Courageous Crossroads
Welcome to "The Courageous Podcast," where we delve into the inspiring tales of ordinary people who have shown unwavering bravery in the face of challenges. Join us as we explore the multifaceted dimensions of courage and ask our guests, "What's the most courageous thing you've ever done?"
Host Jeff Johnson guides these conversations with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe space for guests to share their personal experiences. From daring leaps of faith to small yet powerful acts of bravery, you'll hear stories that resonate with the universal human experience.
Through these narratives, we aim to inspire and uplift our listeners, fostering a sense of connection and empowerment. Our guests' stories remind us that bravery is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it.
"The Courageous Podcast" is not just about sharing tales of valor; it's about building a community of individuals who find strength in vulnerability and authenticity.
Join us as we celebrate the indomitable human spirit, one story of courage at a time. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated to embrace your own inner courage, whatever that might look like.
Courageous Crossroads
When Courage Hurts: The Decision That Saved Curt Gear’s Life
In this episode of the Courageous Crossroads podcast, host Jeff Johnson sits down with Iowa native and devoted Cyclone fan Curt Gear to unpack what real courage looks like when life takes a hard turn. Curt shares his journey from growing up in small-town Iowa Falls to building a career in business development for precast concrete in central Iowa, and then into the unexpected world of cancer after being diagnosed with an extremely rare spindle cell sarcoma of the bone.
He talks candidly about hearing he had a 50% chance of surviving five years, choosing to undergo brutal additional rounds of chemotherapy despite permanent hearing loss and constant tinnitus, and how his Christian faith, formed in his late twenties at Valley Church, carried him through. Now living in the West Des Moines area with his wife Carrie and their two sons, Curt is passionate about using his story to encourage others facing cancer and to walk alongside people
in deep struggle with honesty, hope, and quiet strength.
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