The Greatest Story
Our lives are woven from stories—those we hear, read, and tell ourselves, shaping our future and potential. Often, just one story can pivot us from a downward spiral to a transformative paradigm shift.
Our struggles are rooted in the stories we choose to believe. It's a delicate balance between being realistic and maintaining hope. Unfortunately, many people end up abandoning their dreams.
"The Greatest Story" exists to bring to light the untold stories that energize individuals, families, and communities. Our podcast delivers empowering messages, urging you to discover your purpose and unlock your potential, inspiring you to craft your own success story. Welcome to "The Greatest Story Podcast."
Episodes
41 episodes
Why Most Entrepreneurs Never Make It (And What Winners Do Differently) - Michael Oakes
Why do 9 out of 10 businesses fail? Business coach Michael Oakes breaks down the fundamentals every entrepreneur needs to master.Michael went from coaching college basketball to becoming one of the first employees at FedEx in 1973, then ...
The Future of Auburn, CA with Sean Rabe
Sean Rabe sits down with us to talk about what's really going on behind the scenes in Auburn, California. Why hasn't the city's master plan been updated since 1992? Why did Costco almost come to Auburn? Why can't young families afford to buy he...
This High School Gives Students a Head Start on Real Life
Kevin Dobson, founder of Capital College and Career Academy, built a public charter high school where students earn college credits, gain career skills, and land paid internships all before graduation.In California, only about 30% of 9t...
Dr. Binus - How Dopamine Is Training Your Brain
Your brain is chasing dopamine.And it is being trained to want more.That constant pull to check your phone, refresh, and stay stimulated is not random. It is how the brain responds to intermittent rewards. Small hits of pleasure tha...
Kevin Kiley Speaks Out About California Fraud
Billions of dollars have gone missing in California.At the same time, housing keeps getting more expensive, fewer homes are being built, and families are getting priced out.So what’s actually happening?In this episode of The...
Money Didn’t Change Him – A Pastor’s Crypto Story
This conversation is for two kinds of people.Those who are still trying to figure out where they’re headed in life.And those already carrying responsibility, business, family, momentum, who are seeking practical success principles t...
The Truth about $250 Billion Human Trafficking Industry
Ashlie Bryant breaks the myths about human trafficking, explains how social and economic issues create vulnerable victims, and why prevention is the key to ending human trafficking.Ashlie is the founder and president of 3Strands Global ...
Serving Love, Not Food: Story of Mario’s Early Toast
Paul sits down with Mario Astorga, founder of Mario’s Early Toast, to unpack why so few restaurants survive, and how faith and humility helped him build one that thrives. Mario shares how putting people first and serving love, not just food, tu...
Why Organized First Response Saves Lives in Chaos
In this episode of The Greatest Story Podcast, we sit down with Sal Cortez, a veteran with 43 years in emergency medical services and the California Highway Patrol. Sal shares his journey from responding to some of the nation’s earliest active ...
Keith Diederich - The Man Behind the Organization That is Solving the Homelessness Crisis
Everyone agrees we need to solve homelessness, until a shelter or rehab center is proposed in their own community. The “not in my backyard” mindset has become one of the biggest roadblocks to solving homelessness crisis.In this episode,...
How One Man Turned His Health Struggles Into a Wellness Franchise | Arctic Elevation
He went from being bedridden at 13 to launching wellness centers across the U.S. David Kostroub founded Arctic Elevation after years of personal health struggles and getting nowhere with traditional care.Today, his wellness centers offe...
Fatherlessness Is Destroying America — Here’s What Needs to Change
In this episode, we talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—the crisis of fatherlessness in America. Too many kids are growing up without a dad, and the effects are everywhere: in classrooms, in crime stats, and in emotion...
Joe Patterson Says California Needs a Wake-Up Call
Assemblyman Joe Patterson joins us for a real conversation about what’s going wrong in California — and what it’ll take to fix it. We get into gas prices, homelessness, voter ID laws, parental rights, and why so many people feel disconn...
Jim Menconi - Decision Make or Break You
Jim Menconi’s life has been a series of high-stakes decisions—from flying helicopters in Vietnam and surviving a crash landing under enemy fire to navigating the unpredictable world of business and real estate development. In this conversation,...
How To Succeed In Business And In Life | Dima Tupikov #27
What does it really take to build a multi-million dollar business? In this episode, we sit down with Dima Tupikov, founder of Good Life Construction, who shares the hard-earned lessons, mindset shifts, and personal sacrifices behind scaling his...
The Second Amendment Debate: Who’s Really After Your Guns? | #26
What’s really at stake with the Second Amendment? In this episode, Chad Hertzel, owner of Confidence Safety Academy, joins us to unpack the evolving landscape of gun rights in America. From the rise of constitutional carry laws to the political...
#25 – Garrett Konrad – Are You Losing Money Without Even Realizing It?
What’s the biggest mistake people make with money—and how can you avoid it? In this episode, Garret Konrad, partner at Auburn-based wealth management firm Integrated Financial Concepts (IFC), shares his insights. From budgeting and investing to...
#24 – Melissa Moon – Effective Ways to Heal Stress Using Nervous System Training
In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Moon, owner of Moon Healing Studio in Auburn CA, to dive deep into the power of the nervous system and its role in managing stress. Melissa shares her personal journey of facing physical manifestations ...
#23 – Ken McKee – Rate Cut Finally Arrives: What It Means for Your Mortgage and Future
Home loans/mortgages may not be a sexy topic, but it has been on many American people’s minds lately, especially for the Millennials and Gen Z generations. Since rates went up, starting in 2022, hundreds of thousands of loan officers left the i...
#22 – Cindy Gustafson – Placer County District 5 Supervisor
Cindy Gustafson oversees one of the most diverse and expansive districts in Placer County—District 5, which spans from Newcastle to Lake Tahoe and makes up 80% of the county’s geography. With over 40 years of experience living and working in th...
#21 – Doug Van Howd – Legendary White House Artist from Auburn, CA
In this episode, I got the chance to sit down with Doug Van Howd, a renowned sculptor and painter whose incredible journey took him from Nevada to becoming a celebrated artist known worldwide. Based in his studio in Auburn, CA, Doug’s lifelike ...
#20 – Dallas Drake – The Man Behind The Yeti Tavern in Auburn, CA
In this episode, we have the opportunity to meet Dallas Drake, an entrepreneur and the owner of the well-known ice cream shop, The Yeti Tavern, located in Auburn, CA. Dallas shares his journey from landing his dream job to encountering the hars...
#18 - West Point Values, Auburn Roots: The Story of Bob Litchfield
Meet Bob Litchfield, a remarkable and generous individual who breaks the mold of the typical lawyer. A key figure in our early career development, Bob has been instrumental in our success. A proud graduate of West Point, he went on to earn his ...
#19 – The Story of Wayne Timble, Founder of Auburn Auto Doctors
What drives a small-town kid to become a successful business owner? Meet Wayne, a lifelong Auburn, CA resident whose journey from selling lemonade to running a successful auto shop and gun store will inspire and surprise you. Wayne shares how h...
#17 – Dr. Binus – Battle for Your Mind
In this episode, we dive into the world of holistic mental health with Dr. Daniel Binus, founder of Beautiful Minds Medical in Auburn, California. Dr. Binus shares his inspiring journey from aspiring surgeon to pioneering psychiatrist, revealin...