Books 987 - Grateful American 7
The element of connecting to something bigger and taking initiative is on full display as we talk the continuation of Gary Sinise's life and career. For more w/ The Spaniard: Subscribe to The Spani...
21 Apr 20207min
Books 986 - Grateful American 6
It's neat when someone is able to combine their passion with helping others, and that's exactly what Gary did. In the early years of the Steppenwolf Theatre Co., his respect and admiration for Veteran...
20 Apr 20206min
Talks 283 - Ashley Bendiksen, Abuse Survivor, Speaker & Advocate
Ashley Bendiksen knows domestic violence as a survivor of abusive relationships. Now she is as speaker and advocate who helps rescue students from the same trauma. She and The Spaniard discuss how her...
18 Apr 20201h
Books 985 - Grateful American 5
Today's episode focuses on the Vietnam era and how Gary was initially drawn to honor those who had come back to a less-than-welcoming environment. His seeds of giving back are being sewn. For more w/...
17 Apr 20207min
Books 984 - Grateful American 4
Today, we dive into the early development of the Steppenwolf Theatre Co., a production company started by Gary and his friends. We take a look at the realities of creating something special, as well a...
16 Apr 20207min
Talks 282 - Joe Battista, "Pragmatic Passion" Author and Former Hockey Coach & Exec
In this episode, you'll hear the passion in Joe Battista's voice—about his family, friends, baseball, and particularly hockey, in which he worked for decades at world-class levels. But his book "The P...
16 Apr 20201h 18min
Books 983 - Grateful American 3
What were you like when you were young? Is it anything like you are now? Was there someone or something that changed the course of your trajectory? Today, we take a look at that person and that someth...
15 Apr 20207min
Kids 94 - Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast
We're bringing another great picture book to you today in the form of a delicious sounding title and art to match it. Join us as w take a fast-paced journey of friendship and competition through the m...
14 Apr 202014min
