THE ONES WHO DARED
THE ONES WHO DARED PODCAST Elevating stories of courage. You can listen to some of the most interesting stories of courage, powerful life lessons, and aha moments. Featuring interviews with leaders, pioneers and people who have done hard things. I hope these stories help pave the path for you to live out your courageous life.
Episodes
83 episodes
French Landing: From Aerospace Engineer to Startup Founder—Chasing the American Dream | Elisabeth Bykoff
Elisabeth Bykoff is a powerhouse in the SaaS world—startup founder, investor, advisor, and global operator with over 17 years of experience scaling companies across the tech landscape. She is the Founder and CEO of Boxsy, an AI-powered SaaS pla...
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From Empty Nest to Bold New Path: Anne Taylor Hartzell on Reframing Fear, Embracing Change & Choosing Adventure
Why not you?When Anne Taylor Hartzell’s daughter left for college, she found herself in the quiet aftermath of empty nest grief. But instead of staying stuck, Anne chose to ask a life-changing question: “Why not us?” That single...
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67 Miles for Water & Legacy: 3 Women Hiking the Appalachian Trail for a Cause That Moved Us
What happens when three women—two of whom had never backpacked overnight—decide to hike 67 miles on the Appalachian Trail with 40-pound packs, all in honor of a grandmother who was forced to walk a similar distance at age 16 when taken by Nazis...
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10 Important Life Lessons From My Soviet-born Mother - Olya
In this Mother’s Day episode, I share 10 important life lessons I learned from observing my incredible mother, Olya—who was born in the Soviet Union during a time of significant persecution and adversity. Her story includes experiences of livin...
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When Peace Feels Impossible: Kara Stout on Grief, Infertility, and Honest Faith
What happens when life feels like too much for too long? In this powerful episode, Kara Stout joins us to share her remarkable journey through wave after wave of loss—from surviving a near-stroke just one month after marriage, to losing both pa...
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Navigating the Fourth Trimester with Rachel Taylor: Essential Insights for Postpartum Recovery
Navigating the Fourth Trimester with Rachel Taylor: Essential Insights for Postpartum RecoveryPostpartum recovery is far more than a six-week checkup—it's a profound physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation that deserves ...
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The 67-Mile Journey: Honoring My Grandmother's Forced Walk, and Building a Water Well.
Have you ever said yes to something that stretched you beyond your capacity? In a few weeks, I’ll be hiking 67 miles on the Appalachian Trail with two of my friends, Lauren and Stef. Both are marathon runners. It’s not just fo...
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The Secret to Living Over a Century Is Simpler Than You Think | Rebecca Drick
Living for over a century gives a unique lens on what truly matters. In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Drick, a radiant 103-year-old who shares her extraordinary journey and the powerful simplicity behind her long, fulfillin...
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Wisdom at 101: A Century of Living Well
Betty Baker, a 101-year-old, shares her joyful journey through life, engaging in activities like crossword puzzles, reading, and painting despite physical limitations. Key points include:Approaching 102, she remains mentally sharp a...
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Underestimated: Defying the Odds and Overcoming Self-Sabotage | Mary Marantz
Mary Morantz shares her journey from a single-wide trailer in rural West Virginia to Yale Law School, exploring how growing up without resources creates deeply ingrained patterns of self-doubt and self-sabotage that follow us into adulthood. Sh...
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Stop Spinning: Emotional Rest for High Achievers | Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
Saundra Dalton-Smith is a Board-Certified internal medicine physician and work-life integration researcher. She founded Restorasis, which promotes workplace wellbeing through the 7 Types of Rest Framework™ aimed at burnout prevention and work-l...
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Episode 72
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If You’re a Woman, This Message is for You | Svetka
A few thoughts for Women in honor of Women's History Month.
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Episode 71
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Why is there human suffering if there is a loving God? | Dr. Chris Palmer
Dr. Chris Palmer serves as the Dean of Ministry and Theology at Southeastern University. He earned his PhD from Bangor University in Wales, UK, and has authored eight books. His research focuses on the Book of Revelation, the concepts of suffer...
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Episode 70
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How to Stay Married: The Most Insane Love Story Ever Told | Harrison Scott Key
Harrison Scott Key—winner of the Thurber Prize, bestselling author of How to Stay Married: The Most Insane Love Story Ever Told, and a viral TEDx speaker whose work has been featured in The New York Times and McSweeney’s. Harrison shar...
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Episode 69
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How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want and Rewrite Your Story | Chris Janssen
Chris Janssen, MA, BCC, is the author of "Grace Yourself" and a performance and mindset coach. With over 25 years of experience, she has guided athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives in achieving their goals. Trained with Tony Robbins, Chris he...
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Episode 68
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Leaving Amish Series: Ezra Smucker's Leap from Tradition to Entrepreneurship and Urban Renewal
What does it take to leave behind everything you’ve ever known and build something entirely new? Ezra Smucker’s journey from growing up Amish to becoming a successful entrepreneur is a story of courage and transformation. Raised in an Amish com...
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Episode 67
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Leaving Amish Series: Mary Ann Stoltzfus on Rebuilding Identity, Finding Purpose & Becoming a Doula
Mary Ann Stoltzfus shares her experience from the strict confines of the Amish community to rediscovering a new way of living life. She discusses the challenges of questioning her upbringing, leaving her community, and building a new life cente...
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Episode 66
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Leaving Amish Series: Jake Beiler's Journey to Personal Freedom and Real Estate Investor
Jake Beiler shares his transformative journey of leaving the Amish community, highlighting the contrast between his upbringing and current life as a real estate investor. His story sheds light on the complexities of shunning, emerging technolog...
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Episode 65
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Leaving Amish Series: Mary Esh's Path to Freedom, Healing, and Self-Discovery
What would you do if leaving your community meant losing your family, your identity, and everything you’ve ever known? For those who step away from the Amish way of life, this choice is life-altering.Mary Esh recounts her transformative ...
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Episode 64
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Breaking the Patterns that Break You: Tori Hope Peterson’s Journey of Finding Freedom, Healing, and Purpose
Ever wondered how deeply ingrained patterns of pain can transform into a life of purpose? In this heartfelt episode Tori Hope Peterson—author, advocate, and a beacon of hope for vulnerable children. Tori takes us through her inspiring journey f...
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Episode 63
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7 Days, Just Water: Why I Took on a Water Fast + My Top 3 Books of 2024
Why would anyone willingly go without food for 7 days? In this episode, I share why I kicked off 2025 with a water fast—and why it turned out to be less daunting than I expected.Through this experience, I discovered that our bodies are c...
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Episode 62
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From Craigslist to A-list | Teliee Popov's Entrepreneurial Journey of Resilience and Adaptability
Teliee Popov shares his remarkable journey from a struggling musician to a thriving entrepreneur, highlighting the resilience, creativity, and determination that have driven his success. Through failures, setbacks, negotiations, and opportuniti...
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Episode 61
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How to Get Unstuck from a Negative Mindset | Ionica Bazna
In the latest episode of the Once We Dare podcast, psychotherapist and a holistic coach Ionica Bazna shares insights on overcoming negativity and fostering personal growth. She discusses her journey from writing a transformative book to underst...
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Episode 60
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One Simple Life-Transforming Hack | Svetka
In this solo episode, we'll uncover a simple yet powerful life hack to help you live more intentionally and embrace a deeply fulfilling life.
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Episode 59
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From Soviet Oppression to Academic Freedom: Dr. Victoria Khiterer on Russia's History of Religious Persecution
Dr. Victoria Khiterer an esteemed historian and professor at Millersville University, joins us to share her compelling journey from the Soviet Union to the United States, defying the oppressive policies that aimed to silence her voice. Her pers...
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Episode 58
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