Gratitude to Latitude

Kicking-off Her New Podcast—Gratitude to Latitude, Stories of Resilience and Hope

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 21:43:38 +0000

Jodi talks about the WHY of her new podcast and why you should tune-in!

Jodi O'Donnell-Ames is a national speaker, empowerment and wellness coach and tireless advocate for Lou Gehrig's disease, or ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). She is also the founder of Hope Loves Company, a non-profit organization committed to providing educational and emotional support to children and young adults who have had or have a loved one battling ALS in their lives. She lives with her husband Benton in Titusville, NJ. Their children, all young adults, have lost a parent to ALS before the age of 11.

Jodi has written two books, The Stars that Shine and Someone I Love has ALS. She was chosen as People Magazine's "Hero Among Us” and is the recipient of many awards including the Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award, the AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals) Founder’s Award, the TIAA Difference Maker Award, the New Jersey Governors Jefferson Award, the TCNJ Alumni Humanitarian Award and the Princeton/Mercer Chamber of Commerce Women in Achievement Award. In addition, she was invited to give a Tedx talk on Leading a Life with Purpose. https://www.ted.com/talks/jodi_o_donnell_ames_living_a_life_with_purpose/up-next

Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKoshpecmco

On the Today Show: https://www.today.com/video/hope-to-it-kids-learn-to-cope-with-parents-als-at-camp-696665667876

For Pete's Sake

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 20:46:29 +0000

When Jodi first decided to create a podcast, she immediately knew who her first guest would be. Once a podcast name was in place, she called Peter Hall and confirmed him as her very first guest. Pete is a friend, pilot, survivor and USAF officer with over 200 combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Join me as I learn from Pete's enormous wisdom, integrity and strength.

Peter Hall is a dedicated friend and volunteer of HLC. He is also a retired USAF officer and pilot with over 200 combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mr. Hall is an entrepreneur with extensive business and non-profit experience and a peer counselor for crisis and conflict resolution. He is currently a pilot for Delta airlines in Minnesota and is building his own plane! In his free time, he plays piano, guitar and does woodworking too.

Two Kevins, One Journey of Hope

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 21:38:52 +0000

Jodi sits down with Laurice Duffy, a new friend with many connections. In this episode, Jodi and Laurice remember their late husbands, who were both named Kevin and who also died of ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease, and checking the widow box for the very first time.

She Makes Her Dad Proud!

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 17:48:49 +0000

Jodi and Hope Loves Company Ambassador Samantha Mongiello sit down to chat about ALS, gratitude, journeys and celebrating the little things in life.

A Caring Conversation

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:11:16 +0000

Jodi sits down with Christopher MacLellan, founder of the Whole Care Network about his journey as a loving caregiver to his late partner, Richard.

Faithful Friends

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 16:07:05 +0000

Jodi sits down with her friend Dave Howell to talk about parenting, singing, faith and the standard of excellence in all things.

Sharing Gratitude with Gudjon

Mon, 10 May 2021 02:47:46 +0000

Gudjon Sigurdsson and Jodi talk about the power of gratitude, Icelandic volcanoes and LIVING with ALS or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kzdz2lutxs

Jeremy's Journey and Life With Purpose

Fri, 21 May 2021 01:20:55 +0000

Jodi chats with Dr. Jeremy Jon Van Tress about ALS, his mission work, his non profit, his service to our country in the U.S. Army, as well as his new political aspirations.

Soul Sisters

Mon, 31 May 2021 04:00:11 +0000

Multitalented Sara Cooper has been a commercial real estate lender, an event planner and a marketing guru in her professional career. The founder of Cooper Creative Group has even mastered the culinary arts.

Mary Oliver quote: "Watch now how I start the day: in happiness, in kindness."

Icebucket challenge video:

Jodi and Sara talk ALS: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1431811063660783

https://www.facebook.com/jodi.odonnellames/videos/748797545180004

A Conversation with Jon Samnick- Entrepreneur, Executive Coach and Gamechanger

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 16:37:20 +0000

Jodi sits down with her friend Jon Samnick to talk about the joys of coaching, the power of volunteerism and the night he got serenaded by Paul McCartney.

You can find Jon at:

linkedin.com/in/jonsamnick

pivotcoach.com and

https://www.maddyloo.com/

Heroes, Heartbeats and Hugs

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 04:00:14 +0000

Jodi sits down with her friend Donna Valente to talk about her podcast Giving Heart Beat, her family and working alongside Christopher and Dana Reeve.

Season 1 Recap

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 07:25:07 +0000

Jodi summarizes the beauty of her first season as a podcaster.

In loving memory of a dear friend, Sara Erin Katherine Cooper.

Season 2 Kick-off

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 23:22:15 +0000

New season, new guests, and tougher questions!

Proven Results

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 04:00:07 +0000

Jodi sits down with George Kalantzis to talk about his book Nowhere to Go, released on Sept. 28th and the journey that fueled his mission.

Honored! A conversation with Anthony Honoré

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:10 +0000

Jodi sits down with LA Musician and producer Honoré about the craft of writing and producing music, along with the values that drive his success.

The Peace Keepers

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 22:45:42 +0000

Jodi chats with George Anthony about life as a teacher, mentor and as the Primary United Nations Representative for the NGO, Pathways To Peace.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-s-anthony-7766848/

https://pathwaystopeace.org/team/george-s-anthony/

Loss and Found in LA

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 18:59:08 +0000

Jodi sits down with Aleia Kristine to talk about Life in LA, her book Loss and Found and the time she met Queen Latifah.

The Dancing Counselor

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 22:42:08 +0000

Jodi sits down with Latrese to talk about her journey of loss and pain and her road to healing and a powerful mission.

Note: When Jodi asks about makeup ideas for older women, she is referring to tips for herself!

Standing HER Ground

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:00:50 +0000

Jodi sits down with Maureen Pierce to talk about the unthinkable-her childhood abduction and her recovery through self defense and empowerment.

An Engineered Vision

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 14:00:09 +0000

Neil and Jodi sit down and talk about the power of the American dream and how he achieved success.

Grounded Illumination - With Felice Nussbaun DiMartino

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 17:33:32 +0000

Jodi sits down with Felice about the moment that changed her life forever and how she continues to honor her body, mind and spirit.

Books:

Life With a Traumatic Brain Injury by Amy Zellmer

Proof of Heaven--A Neurosurgeon's Journey Into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander, M.D.

Beauty, Grace and Grit

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:34:03 +0000

Jodi sits down with Isabella to discuss adventure, building resilience, nurturing effortless effort and battling stage 4 lung cancer.

You can find out more about Isabella at https://bikebreathebelieve.org/about-isabella/

Cancer Climber

Sun, 26 Dec 2021 20:54:18 +0000

Jodi sits down with Sean to chat about his love for adventure, his enormous determination, and the hardest climb of his life. https://www.seanswarner.com/

A Care Giving Life

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 15:55:33 +0000

Jodi sits down with Debra Hallisey to talk about losing her job and finding her passion as an advocate and caregiver.

Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-hallisey/

https://advocateformomanddad.com/

https://www.facebook.com/advocateformomdad/

IG: debrahallisey

Book: Your Caregiver Relationship Contract

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Caregiver-Relationship-Contract-expectations/dp/0578543834

Making Waves and the Ripple Effect

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 20:49:29 +0000

Jodi sits down with Tom Prather to talk about dreaming big, meeting his idol Eddie Van Halen and the creative thinking that has fueled his entrepreneurial journey.

Website: https://www.thebluewave.net/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-waves-with-tom-prather/id1291939396

The Path Taken

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:00:08 +0000

Jodi sits down with Rob Matthews to talk about healthy eating, fitness and fatherhood.

Care for Caregiving Children

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 20:55:04 +0000

Jodi sits down with Dr. Connie Siskowski, Founder and President of American Association of Caregiving Youth to talk about her childhood caregiving experience, why she started AACY and becoming a CNN Hero.

Links:

American Associate of Caregiving Youth

AACUY News & Videos

An Educated Guest

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:00:07 +0000

Jodi sits down with Dr. Lawrence Nespoli about the importance and accessibility of education, failing at retirement and winning at positivity.

About our guest:

Dr. Lawrence A. Nespoli is the former President of the New Jersey Council of County Colleges (NJCCC), the statewide coordinating organization for New Jersey’s community colleges. New Jersey’s community colleges presented him with the inaugural New JerseyCommunity College Legacy Award in 2018, in recognition of the many contributions he made to New Jersey’s community colleges and its students while serving as president for 27 years. Dr. Nespoli is now a faculty member in higher education and community college leadership doctorate programs at Rutgers University, the University of Maryland Global Campus, New Jersey City University, and Rowan University, while also serving as a trustee at his local community college, Mercer County Community College in New Jersey.