The Ordinary Hero

04/03/2023

INTERVIEW: Eric Forseberg - a Renaissance man.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/stop-and-smell-the-roses-ft-eric-forsberg
Eric is a long-time family friend and someone that I truly admire. He's also my employer and I get to see him in action every day at work. Eric is a brilliant inventor and businessman.

In this episode, Eric discusses how the experiences of his childhood have influenced his adult life. You'll be amazed at how much he has accomplished. It's so fun to see how he had the faith and confidence to chart his own course. But, Eric, is incredibly humble acknowledging those that paved the way before him, especially his parents.

When I asked Eric what piece of advice he would give to his 17-year old self if he could go back in time, I was quite surprised by his answer. He said he would tell himself to "be to calm down and take time to stop and smell the roses." The reason this surprised me is because he is incredibly hard working, milking every productive second out of the day.

Eric is a free thinker and full of wisdom. There are just so many gems in here that you'll want to listen to this more than once!



Novak Conversions

24/01/2023

INTERVIEW: Miles Colledge--Mishu Wallets, Service, Selflessness.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/people-like-being-around-selfless-people-ft-miles-colledge
My buddy, Miles, is a cool and creative guy. He's making and selling wallets to fund a service trip. www.mishuwallets.com.
Miles says self-less people make him happy. Do you agree?
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/55jMHaJo3FJuoreIDO3TJp?si=YzaIKerJRqu_tror1ybpEg
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/people-like-being-around-selfless-people-ft-miles-colledge/id1625600004?i=1000595111488

Jedediah Colledge

23/01/2023

My Take: Faith leads us to action. Take the steps and trust the path.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/faith-is-not-to-have-a-perfect-knowledge-of-things-alma-3221

22/01/2023

INTERVIEW: Devin Davis -- A Man for All Seasons.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/i-believe-in-christ-so-come-what-may-ft-devin-davis
Devin is a master at helping people find peace and realize their potential. I look up to Devin in every way. Listen and be inspired!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7MqHSAOP4Ujq8PPt8pGJtb?si=TwnhTg3aTqSUA38WqGa9Pw
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-believe-in-christ-so-come-what-may-ft-devin-davis/id1625600004?i=1000595425065

Jill Vellinga Davis

22/01/2023

My Take: Seek and He will Hear and Deliver (Psalm 34:4).
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/psalm-344
God will hear us if we seek Him. And will deliver us in His own way and in his own time.

22/01/2023

Quick take from Patrick Ord -- cheer the success of others.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/you-shouldnt-benefit-over-someones-loss-ft-patrick
Enjoy the FULL INTERVIEW HERE: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4N7vJ4Ijm8RDWD66jakI2v?si=AO0gb7IbTr-I9AphsyB44g
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-shouldnt-benefit-over-someones-loss-ft-patrick/id1625600004?i=1000582079836

21/01/2023

Happy MLK Day!
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/martin-luther-king-jr-day
Forgive, drop grudges, love others and gain friends.

19/11/2022

17/11/2022

“I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him down.” – Abraham Lincoln

Our daily challenges and pursuits take on a different flavor when you consider that other people need you in their life. You are a rock. You are an example. You are a beacon of light for many people. My little bro looks up to me whether I want it that way or not.

Don’t do it for yourself, but do it for them.

https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/dont-let-them-down

06/11/2022

MY TAKE: Counsel with the Lord. Sharing a favorite scripture - Alma 37:37.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/alma-3737-pray-unto-the-lord

03/11/2022

MY TAKE: Keep moving forward! One of my all-time favorite quotes.
“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” — Martin Luther King, Jr.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/keep-moving-forward

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZNklhPM9TVs8kPfBa9jV2?si=WhJcROybSn6q07zdD-n2-Q
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-moving-forward/id1625600004?i=1000576187468

What's your favorite quote?

02/11/2022

INTERVIEW: Drew Young -- Survivor and author. Listen to this touching story and find strength. An important message on mental health, su***de prevention, and bullying!
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/mental-health-su***de-prevention-and-bullying-awareness-interview-with-drew-young

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ogDtfaRRx1ZHRvuYen98V
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-health-su***de-prevention-and-bullying/id1625600004?i=1000577494901

Please share this where it needs to be shared.

01/11/2022

MY TAKE: You are a rock that others might be leaning on. Today I am sharing a quote from Abraham Lincoln: "I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him down."
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/dont-let-them-down

30/10/2022

QUICK TAKE: Find the good in miserable times, featuring Mason! Touching story of the glad game. Your life needs 3 minutes of this right now.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/can-you-find-the-good-in-misery-ft-mason

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Bvl1uT6vJ9ZdndXImhnPs?si=8U2EELVnRK6WwJgQQWjubg
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/can-you-find-the-good-in-misery-ft-mason/id1625600004?i=1000578961022

Listen to the full-length interview with Mason here: https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/dont-compare-yourself-to-others-interview-with-mason-smith

29/10/2022

MY TAKE: "Good reminder to do stuff for you and not because other people tell you to." Take ownership, stop following aimlessly, and go after what YOU want.
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/do-it-for-you

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eJJGqWWOBtwVASeG839j8
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-it-for-you/id1625600004?i=1000576310120

28/10/2022

QUICK TAKE: The Key to Self-Confidence featuring Mason! Do you have 4 minutes to find out what the key is?
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/the-key-to-self-confidence-ft-mason
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YL5s7qDSp7gP2uncV8UmP?si=fQDeaPywRd2XYT3lagRI-A
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-key-to-self-confidence-ft-mason/id1625600004?i=1000578837897

If you liked this short episode, please listen to the full-length interview here: https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/dont-compare-yourself-to-others-interview-with-mason-smith

27/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Mason Smith - Father, hobbyist, businessman. Dropping wisdom as aggressively as he skis off cliffs! This episode jam-packed with gems! One of my favorite episodes. Everyone needs a Mason in their life!
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/dont-compare-yourself-to-others-interview-with-mason-smith

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6g0pXlorsc5j4oe6pQH3nq?si=3cG0T4VRTBa62Lx4FZzAtw
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-compare-yourself-to-others-interview-with-mason-smith/id1625600004?i=1000577132700

Share this with your teenager/young adult. If you are a teenager/young adult, share this with your parent. See what I did there?

26/10/2022

MY TAKE: What do you do under pressure? Do you need to be more like a coffee bean? Awesome short message from Damon West Make sure to listen to the end to understand!
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/pot-of-boiling-water
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HyMPMmfaxiMZnaJqkT5ll?si=kuYQ-wg3RCKRLi5IVrnHzw
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pot-of-boiling-water/id1625600004?i=1000569743221

Be like a coffee bean! Wherever you go and whatever you do, remember that you are a coffee bean and you have the power to transform any environment you are in.

You are the ordinary hero…and coffee bean.

26/10/2022

QUICK TAKE: Enjoy what you are doing and you'll be better at doing that thing. I share my recent experience with this.
"Success is not the key to Happiness. Happiness is the key to Success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” –Albert Schweitzer
https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/happiness-is-the-key-to-success

26/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Chuck Smith (Part 1)-- Financial Advisor/Business Owner/Philanthropist shares great advice for anyone ready to embark on a career. https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/chuck-tells-us-about-careers
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3WSKjqqPj2tsFvTknN4cFs?si=w5BQUOl_Rp2M4fsc0_2LFw
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chuck-tells-us-about-careers/id1625600004?i=1000563183823
Chuck shares his history of work and what to look for in a career! Chuck is one of the smartest guys I know. He’s always putting me on the spot with random math questions. Ha!

There’s just so much wisdom here, especially for teenagers or young adults getting ready to embark on a career.

This is only the first of many segments to come with Chuck! Why multiple episodes with Chuck, you ask? Because there are more wisdom gems to be mined. Stay tuned for Part 2!

12/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Patrick Ord -- President of Studio McGee gets personal and shows his integrity. https://theordinaryhero.com/podcast/kind-and-encouraging-words-ft-patrick-ord

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4N7vJ4Ijm8RDWD66jakI2v?si=Cr0eXbufQGCfKwpUF3hEOQ
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-shouldnt-benefit-over-someones-loss-ft-patrick/id1625600004?i=1000582079836

This is a story of loyalty, family, determination, and hard work. Patrick shares an amazing story of a time when he had to dig deep and push towards the end. And it paid off!

In this incredible life journey we see Patrick like a phoenix emerging from the ashes to glory. Patrick is the President of one of the fastest growing home decor and furnishing businesses in the world, Studio McGee. Studio McGee has deals with Target and have started Season 3 of their popular show on Netflix.

However, Patrick wasn’t always president of Studio McGee. He worked hard, endured, and stayed true to his principles during some very difficult times.

Studio McGee

07/10/2022

This woman has no professional resume. But, she raised six kids, cared for her mother, cared for her mother-in-law, and her husband that just passed away from cancer. www.theordinaryhero.com

02/10/2022

My Take: Abe Lincoln reminding us that you are a success because someone believed in you. Believe in someone! www.theordinaryhero.com



SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4URLYXsqUX5Prv1gPTN2fV?si=MqD-8O8uQNK_pr9FG9b7-Q
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-let-them-down/id1625600004?i=1000578841430

02/10/2022

My Take: The Steph Curry mindset gives you the confidence to keep going, turn your weaknesses into strengths, and achieve your goals. www.theordinaryhero.com



Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7LPXY2Y5iclFrhmGfeNIpB?si=OFlBcwu5R3aZPnguMcvVMA
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steph-curry-and-his-recipe-to-greatness/id1625600004?i=1000571087545

02/10/2022

My take: "Happiness is the key to success." Find joy in the journey and you'll be better at the journey. www.theordinaryhero.com



Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3O6NNCOmPRWqcfCkPj4ojJ?si=wv06wpx6RMmYtwD_ZpXu8Q
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiness-is-the-key-to-success/id1625600004?i=1000575997021

02/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Jake Smith
"Be the hero of your own story."
Malaria, depression, anxiety, illness, rejection, injury--doesn't matter. You cannot keep this guy down. Jake figures it out. He's a friend and a light to all around him. www.theordinaryhero.com

Jake is only 26 years old and has lived in Honduras, graduated from college, played college baseball for two colleges, and currently has his own business! He's a semi-pro football player and was a finalist to be a contestant on the show, Bachelorette.



Anchor: https://anchor.fm/lewis-smith19/episodes/One-of-the-funniest-guys-ever---Interview-Jake-Smith-e1n13c8/a-a88bcta
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-of-the-funniest-guys-ever-interview-jake-smith/id1625600004?i=1000577577333
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4snGDKENp2gxluZDMonWar?si=xIkFhbATR-SeA-qQP7HxZQ

02/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Mekson! Senior in high school. Came to America as a refugee from Eritrea Africa. PERSPECTIVE! www.theordinaryhero.com



Anchor: https://anchor.fm/lewis-smith19/episodes/I-Interview-a-refugee-from-East-Africa-e1modc0/a-a88bcta
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2mGslHPT91XTrFOYpJEkSJ?si=CnIBrw7AT82xvtNmd5igzA
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-interview-a-refugee-from-east-africa/id1625600004?i=1000576696711

01/10/2022

INTERVIEW: Samuel, a smart Singaporean crushing it in China.
Gems from the interview:
What would you go back and tell your 16 year old self?
"Be very careful of playing in a rugby match in 2009🤣. And, the other thing is, don't give up on your dreams. No force on earth can stop you." ☺️ www.theordinaryhero.com

This episode will change your perspective of China and give you confidence to create the life you want.

Samuel knows what he wants in life and goes after it!

Samuel is a shareholder and the Chief Problem Solver for the Chinese outdoor camp education company, Summerhill Education.

He tells us about growing up in Singapore, serving in the army, his toy collection, and chasing dreams in China!


Anchor: https://anchor.fm/lewis-smith19/episodes/Whats-life-like-in-Shanghai-China----Interview-with-Samuel-e1n133p
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-life-like-in-shanghai-china-interview-with-samuel/id1625600004?i=1000577523681
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PluvkBKXOHSlZPWYli6J5?si=a479ae6afdea45d7

21/09/2022

Join me as I explore the lives of "ordinary" people.

You, too, will soon realize that our lives are not at all ordinary. Occasionally, we may have a heroic moment in life. But, it is the conquest of the ordinary that gives birth to the heroes in life.

These moments may include raising a child, putting food on the table, battling mental and physical illness, acts of self-less service, befriending the outcast, or just hanging on to each day. www.theordinaryhero.com

I am totally inspired by those around me and you will be, too.
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PluvkBKXOHSlZPWYli6J5?si=2719d1999db64221
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ordinary-hero/id1625600004