

An Army of Normal Folks
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Our country’s problems will never be solved by a bunch of fancy people in nice suits talking big words on CNN and Fox, but by An Army of Normal Folks just deciding “hey, I can help.” Hosted by Coach Bill Courtney from the Oscar-winning Undefeated, this podcast is building the Army and celebrating its extraordinary members. New episodes are released every Tuesday.
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Aug 6, 2024 • 41min
Tara Sundem: Helping Babies With Opioid Withdrawal (Pt 1)
Tara is a NICU nurse who experienced the epidemic of newborns withdrawing from their moms’ drugs that they got in the womb. And she also experienced that they weren’t given great treatment. Tara stumbled into a solution that’s better for everyone (babies, parents, taxpayers), and her Hushabye Nursery has helped 695 infants & their families!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 14min
Tara Sundem: Helping Babies With Opioid Withdrawal (Pt 2)
Tara is a NICU nurse who experienced the epidemic of newborns withdrawing from their moms’ drugs that they got in the womb. And she also experienced that they weren’t given great treatment. Tara stumbled into a solution that’s better for everyone (babies, parents, taxpayers), and her Hushabye Nursery has helped 695 infants & their families!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 2024 • 17min
The Impact of the Army
For our latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill answers a premium member's question about the impact of the Army in our first year. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 30, 2024 • 37min
Russell Butler: The Dancing UPS Man (Pt 1)
The story of the UPS driver who almost committed suicide, found healing, and accidentally started a viral ministry of delivering good vibes through dance. Today Russell is better known as “The Dancing UPS Man”, with 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 1.2 million on Instagram.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 30, 2024 • 34min
Russell Butler: The Dancing UPS Man (Pt 2)
The story of the UPS driver who almost committed suicide, found healing, and accidentally started a viral ministry of delivering good vibes through dance. Today Russell is better known as “The Dancing UPS Man”, with 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 1.2 million on Instagram.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 2024 • 16min
The Carpet Capital of The World
75% of the world's carpets and rugs are produced in Dalton, Georgia. For our latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill tells the community's powerful assimilation story that's made it possible. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 2024 • 41min
Yuri Williams: The Superhero Doing 50 State Tours (Pt 1)
After losing his mom to cancer, Yuri was depressed and strangely enough found hope when he created an Instagram account. Posts from Army members Officer Tommy Norman and Rodney Smith lifted his spirits, and he even badgered Rodney to join one of his 50 state tours. Next thing you know these guys have gone on 5 Christmas tours together, with Yuri dressed up as a superhero bringing presents to kids with illnesses or disabilities. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 2024 • 36min
Yuri Williams: The Superhero Doing 50 State Tours (Pt 2)
After losing his mom to cancer, Yuri was depressed and strangely enough found hope when he created an Instagram account. Posts from Army members Officer Tommy Norman and Rodney Smith lifted his spirits, and he even badgered Rodney to join one of his 50 state tours. Next thing you know these guys have gone on 5 Christmas tours together, with Yuri dressed up as a superhero bringing presents to kids with illnesses or disabilities. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 2024 • 15min
It All Starts With Education
67% of America's students aren't reading at grade level. What is An Army of Normal Folks going to do about it? Coach Bill's latest Shop Talk.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 16, 2024 • 50min
Daron Babcock: The Urban Farm That’s Cultivating People (Pt 1)
After the loss of his wife, Daron spiraled out of control and into brawls & cocaine. He found redemption in rehab and eventually dedicated his life to helping others write their redemption stories. Today, Bonton Farms is one of the largest urban farms in the country, but produce is far from its most important fruit. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.