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Curveball with Scott Reich

Scott Reich
Trauma
Resilience
Cancer
Forgiveness
Post-Traumatic Growth
Castleman Disease
Rare Diseases
Gloria Steinem
Gratitude
Grief
Hance Family Foundation
Everycure
Grief Support
Drug Repurposing
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Self-Pity
FOXG1 Syndrome
Super Survivors
Social Support
Beautiful Me

Life confronts us with the unexpected. Curveball is about facing an unimaginable life event and the human experience of responding to it—and how we can all hit life’s curveballs. Host Scott Reich was dealt a huge curveball when his infant son, Eli, was diagnosed in 2019 with a rare brain disorder called FOXG1 syndrome. Eli cannot walk, talk, or do anything independently while suffering seizures an... more

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On today’s episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes Maria Trusa—author, entrepreneur, human rights advocate, and survivor. At just nine years old, Maria experienced profound trauma that nearly destroyed her, both physically and emotionally. In... more

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Alan Stein Jr.
Internationally renowned performance coach, keynote speaker, and author
Episode: #39 How to Respond to Adversity: Alan Stein Jr.’s ‘Next Play’ Mindset for Growth
Maria Trusa
Author, entrepreneur, human rights advocate for children, philanthropist, public speaker, and leader in the health care field.
Episode: #38 Forgive to Live: Maria Trusa’s Journey from Childhood Trauma to Healing
Judd Shaw
Keynote speaker, lawyer, author, and advocate for recovery and authentic living
Episode: #37 From Material Success to True Connection: Judd Shaw’s Journey Through Addiction and Renewal
Liz Scott
Co-founder of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research.
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Episode: #35 Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation: From Loss to Hope—Liz Scott’s Dedication to Her Daughter’s Vision to Cure Childhood Cancers
Caryn Hershleifer
Mother of Jenn Goldman, co-author of In the Face of Catastrophe
Episode: #34 When Life Changes in an Instant: The Story of Jenn Goldman’s Brain Bleed and the Mother-Daughter Bond that Led to Recovery
Jenn Goldman
Stroke survivor and co-author of In the Face of Catastrophe
Episode: #34 When Life Changes in an Instant: The Story of Jenn Goldman’s Brain Bleed and the Mother-Daughter Bond that Led to Recovery
Brent Fields
CEO of Morgan's, a nonprofit supporting the disability community and a father to Chloe, who suffers from a rare genetic disease.
Morgan's
Episode: #33 Navigating Rare Disease Parenthood and Nonprofit Leadership: Dr. Brent Fields on Hope, Loss, and Building Inclusive Communities
Guillermo Söhnlein
Co-founder of OceanGate and pioneer in extreme exploration.
OceanGate
Episode: #30 What We Missed About the Titan Tragedy: Guillermo Söhnlein’s Lessons on Exploration, Resilience, and Perspective
Danielle Moss
Mom of three, creative entrepreneur, and founder of The Every Girl, The Every Mom, and Anecdote.
Episode: #28 Navigating Childhood Leukemia and Motherhood During Covid: The Journey of Danielle Moss

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Scott Reich
Host of Curveball; engages in conversations about resilience and navigating life's unexpected challenges, drawing from personal experiences with his family's health issues.

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#39 How to Respond to Adversity: Alan Stein Jr.’s ‘Next Play’ Mindset for Growth
Q: What is the sort of guiding mantra, if you will, for planning ahead for the next 50 years?
Alan emphasizes the importance of being aware of and separating feelings from behaviors, advocating that how we respond to situations is crucial for fulfillment.
#39 How to Respond to Adversity: Alan Stein Jr.’s ‘Next Play’ Mindset for Growth
Q: And tell me, Alan, I don't want to cut you off, but you're saying things that are interesting to pause on. So you said the word shame. And I want to explore that a little further because shame implies that there was some external pressure that you felt.
Alan reflects on how he felt shame associated with his divorce, discussing his upbringing where he felt he needed to perform to receive love and approval.
#39 How to Respond to Adversity: Alan Stein Jr.’s ‘Next Play’ Mindset for Growth
Q: Tell me a little bit about you.
Alan shares that he believes he is at the halfway point of his life, expressing optimism for the future based on lessons learned from his mistakes and experiences.
#37 From Material Success to True Connection: Judd Shaw’s Journey Through Addiction and Renewal
Q: What does it mean to transition from needing external validation to finding internal validation?
It involves recognizing and addressing one's own pain, allowing for true connections, and embracing vulnerability without the need for a perfect ending to one's story.
#37 From Material Success to True Connection: Judd Shaw’s Journey Through Addiction and Renewal
Q: How does one actually dig out of trauma when they can't change the past?
One must bravely own their story, understand the root of their pain, and share it with others to break the cycle of shame and isolation.

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Focusing on the human experience in response to unexpected life events, this podcast explores stories of resilience and determination from individuals who have faced unimaginable challenges. Central themes include personal loss, mental health, and advocacy for positive change, highlighting how these experiences can reshape one's life and perspective. Each episode encourages listeners to recognize that, while life may throw curveballs, there is potential for growth and inspiration in navigating these hurdles. The host often draws from personal family experiences to cultivate meaningful conversations around overcoming adversity and supporting broader communities facing similar struggles.

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