Extraordinary Us

Entrepreneur duo, podcast hosts, and board members of Faith Matters, Aubrey and Tim Chaves, are interviewed by Jeff Burningham on season 2 of Extraordinary US. In this episode, the married couple share tales of their entrepreneurial journeys, their thoughts on faith and family, and learning to be okay with uncertainty. Above all, they remind the listeners that it’s okay to ask for help and prioritize their mental health.

Alma Ohene-Opare, entrepreneur, engineer, motivational speaker & one of the newest citizens of the United States of America is interviewed by Jeff Burningham on season 2 of Extraordinary US. Alma Ohene-Opare discusses the dark side of contentment, entrepreneurship, and the best ways we can support one another. In this episode, Ohene-Opare reminds us the importance of striving for more and living your life to the fullest.

Mark Pope, current head coach of the BYU men's basketball team and former NCAA National Champion & NBA player talks with Jeff this week. Coach Pope discusses how to keep a positive mindset, the importance of being a team player, and the reason why we should all want to experience failure. It's only through loss and disappointment that we are able to become the best version of ourselves.

Joseph Woodbury is an up and coming entrepreneur, the co-founder and CEO of Neighbor.com, a company that provides a better solution for customers in the $400+ billion self-storage industry. Joseph has been featured on Forbes 30 under 30, The Wall Street Journal and more. His story illustrates the power of the entrepreneurial journey to create positive change in communities around the entire country.

Scott Paul, former CEO of Wooly, a platform for word-of-mouth commerce, talks about being an igniter and a connector and knowing when self-awareness is necessary to get out of your own way. Scott dives into his different business ventures, the qualities of a leader, having a strong mind, entrepreneurship, taking chances, crypto, and the art of not making any plans.

Steve Starks, former president of Utah Jazz, discusses work-life balance, mental health, learning from Larry H. Miller, and the myth that money equals happiness. The sale of the Jazz and the importance of finding the right buyer are also discussed. The podcast explores Gail's philanthropic efforts and the transition of leadership in Utah for progress and inclusivity.

Susan Petersen, entrepreneur and social media expert, is interviewed by Jeff Burningham on this second episode of season 2 of Extraordinary US. Susan Petersen discusses the ups and down of social media, our relationship with money, forgiveness, the journey of becoming a women entrepreneur and more. It’s only once we are able to let go of the fears and anger holding us back that we are able to become the best version of ourselves and inspire others to do the same.

Derek Brown, former chair of the Republican Party, is interviewed by Jeff Burningham on the first episode of season 2 of Extraordinary US. Derek Brown discusses the effect social media has had on people in recent years, the importance of becoming comfortable with change, developing tolerance, and much more. In these unprecedented times, social media has become a symbol of unity, while simultaneously a place for criticism. When we are quickly able to block out opinions that don’t align with our values with a click of a button, we are left to wonder about the long-lasting effects this might have on our world.

We end season 1 of the Us podcast with the entire Burningham family looking back at a challenging 2020 & forward to an exciting 2021! This is a candid & unscripted conversation of the highs and lows found in 2020 and hopes and fears for 2021. Hope you enjoy all the voices/personalities in this episode & the thoughts & laughs we shared.

Merry Christmas! Today I spoke with Senator Lee’s state director, Rob Axson, about being physically separated but still connected. We spoke about sweating in the service of others, Christmas and politics in WA DC.