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Little Miracles

February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

If you knew how long you’d live — would you change what you do today? Tomorrow? In this episode, we speak with people who have challenged stereotypes, overcome major obstacles and proven that when you believe in yourself, you can achieve anything.


  • Three Promises

One moment Carolyn and Chad Moor were celebrating their love. The next, he lay dying, the victim of a hit-and-run car accident. During their final moments, Carolyn made three promises that she’s spent many years and tears trying to keep. Hers is a story of Growing Bolder in the face of heartbreaking loss. See how she learned to live and even laugh again and how her story even caught the attention of Oprah Winfrey.

  • Enjoying Life’s Little Miracles

She’s not really an athlete. She’s a retired biologist who loves adventure. That’s why 96-year-old Mary Anne Cooper traveled from British Columbia to Arizona to compete in the U.S. Masters Swimming National Championships. Mary Anne isn’t trying to be a role model or set an example, but with every stroke, she’s doing just that. She even inspired her 70-year-old daughter to also compete at Nationals.

  • Free Throw King

Andy McGuffin is the best there is. Mr. Automatic. The Free Throw King once made 400 in a row. Bill Shafer goes one-on-one with Andy to learn the secrets to his success.

Plus, thoughts from Growing Bolder With… contributor Pat Williams, who wants to you redefine the meaning of “consequences,” and we feature PGA professional and YouTube superstar Don Trahan in our How Are You Growing Bolder? segment!

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Overcoming Obstacles, Season 3, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

A Beautiful View

January 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Sometimes life is all about how you look at it — as something to cherish, or something to get through? All of the people in this episode are striving to meet new goals every day, and we think they’ll inspire you to change your own view.



  • Finding His Purpose Late in Life

Artist Robert Sutz is a messenger for beautiful people filled with horrific memories. Sutz, 82, is creating what he calls irrefutable evidence of one of the darkest chapters in human history — the Holocaust. He calls it proof for those who don’t believe and a painful reminder to those who might forget.

  • Life From the View of a Canoe

Rod Price was a successful businessman, but he wasn’t happy. Then he discovered his passion in the grueling endurance sport of Adventure Canoeing. Now, more than 200 wins later, he has rediscovered his zest for life, and at 51, he has never been happier.

  • The Crown Jewel

An unlikely corporate icon, Bruce Rossmeyer parlayed street smarts and a willingness to gamble into a major business empire. In a GB exclusive, we visited Rossmeyer shortly before his tragic death and found a man motivated not by money, but by fun.

Plus, thoughts from Growing Bolder With… contributor Rowdy Gaines, with advice on setting goals that you can actually reach, and we feature world traveler and birthday celebrator Jay Freeman in our How Are You Growing Bolder? segment!

Filed Under: All Seasons, Big Names, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Season 3, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Still Having Fun

January 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment

What’s your story? Whether you’re inspired by music, art, sports or something else, we think you’re Growing Bolder. So we’re shining the spotlight on people who are proving it’s not about age; it’s about attitude.


  • Orleans: They’re Still Having Fun

Think you know music? Who sang “Still the One,” “Dance With Me” and “Love Takes Time?” Orleans was the band, but who was the singer? Leave it to Growing Bolder to introduce you to one of the most recognized voices but least-known names in music.

  • In for the Long Haul

Siphiwe Baleka is a one-of-a-kind Yale graduating, globetrotting, God-fearing, truck-driving, fast-swimming family man. And he’s got a new mission — to help long-haul truckers everywhere improve their health, fitness and quality of life.

  • Conversations of a Lifetime

We all have a tale to tell, and that’s the premise of NPR’s Story Corps. We take you inside an amped up Airstream that’s a one-of-a-kind time capsule and it’s helping people across the U.S. leave a priceless legacy for future generations.

Plus, thoughts from Growing Bolder With… contributor Dr. Dot Richardson, who says you need to believe in the gifts that God has given you, and we feature intergenerational artists Meg Mosely and her grandmother in our How Are You Growing Bolder? segment!

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Making a Difference, Season 3, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Better Together

January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Bolder is best, right? And we’re boldest when we take chances together, support one another and believe in the power of community.

Segments in this episode include:

  • One Lap at a Time

Susan Helmrich is one of the best swimmers in the world in her age group. She’s also a three-time cancer survivor and a victim of one of the greatest drug tragedies in history. With luck, determination, great medical care, the support of family and friends and the benefits of the sport of swimming, Susan has fought to escape the deadly legacy of a supposed wonder drug turned nightmare.

  • Meet the Hornman!

Bill Nemoyten was a music educator for most of his life. So why would that change when he retired? Instead, he bought an RV, packed up his wife and his collection of 16 different types of horns and set out from his home in the San Francisco Bay Area on a never-ending mission to share his passion for horns with anyone who will listen. Now, he is known far and wide as… The Hornman!

  • One Class at a Time

Kay Mullally is not a typical student, but she does represent an entire generation of women who were told that college was not in the cards. After raising a family, Kay decided to take a step into the future — or, shall we say, onto a campus.

Plus, thoughts from Growing Bolder With… contributor Gary McKechnie on enjoying some of the unexpected journeys that can pop up when traveling, and we feature amateur rapper and professional Growing Bolder fan Kay in our How Are You Growing Bolder? segment!

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Overcoming Obstacles, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Pursuit of Passion

June 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this week’s episode, we shine the spotlight on people who are helping projects soar — whether it’s a tribute to planes or precious birds of prey. Plus, inspiring work from a man who refused to listen to the word “no.”

Segments Include:

  • The Purpose and Beauty of Birds of Prey
    • They are two of the most under-appreciated groups around — birds of prey and the people who dedicate their lives to helping them. Find out what made Carol McCorkle and her husband change careers to educate us on the plight of raptors, and see how their Avian Reconditioning Center has become a big part of their outreach.
  • The Power of Persistence
    • It’s the definitive American success story. See a need, fill it and make millions. Of course, it’s never that easy. But it can be done. Patrick Gottsch is living proof. Eight years of having doors slammed in his face didn’t keep this former farmer from building a global media network.
  • The Sky’s the Limit
    • What would you do if you had all the money in the world and a whole lifetime to spend it? Kermit Weeks realized early on that for him, the sky’s the limit. Literally. He now owns the largest private airplane collection in the world. But it wasn’t until recently that he realized the planes were just a vehicle to help him reach his true destiny.
  • Sliding the Slopes
    • GB’s Wendy Choiji hits the slopes to show how people who’ve spent decades in wheelchairs are zipping down mountains and embracing their need for speed.

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Featured, Full Episodes, Making a Difference, Overcoming Obstacles, Season 2, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Making Memories

June 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this episode, we take a closer look at one of the nation’s most beloved artists — and the people that inspired him! Plus, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn takes us inside the Folk Den and we meet a woman who proves that style has no age limits.

Segments Include:

  • The Faces That Made Norman Rockwell Famous
    • Norman Rockwell was our nation’s most beloved artist. He had always used professional models until he moved next door to the Edgerton family. Their faces are immortalized in some of the artist’s most beloved works.
  • Inside the Folk Den
    • Since 1995, Byrds founder Roger McGuinn has worked to keep the legacy of American folk music alive. Every month, he records a song for his Grammy-nominated Folk Den project. This is an exclusive inside look.
  • Clothes That Never Go Out of Fashion
    • They say if you hold onto clothes long enough, they’ll be back in fashion. But some of the really trendy stuff is hot for one season and never heard from again. And then there are the classics. As a young woman 40 years ago, Joan DesCombes bought clothes from one of the hottest designers in the world, and those outfits still hang in her closet today. She recently shared her stunning collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent fashions to prove that some pieces — and looks — are made to stand the test of time.

Filed Under: All Seasons, Big Names, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Season 2, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Don’t Stop Believing

June 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this week’s episode, we go in the kitchen with a woman who is passionate about faith, food and famiglia. Plus, don’t ever stop believing that you can do whatever you want — even join a college marching band!

Segments Include:

  • Food and Famiglia
    • Isabella Morgia di Vicari has two passions — food and family. They’ve always been her recipe for happiness. When Isabella had a midlife crisis, she didn’t come out swinging — she came out cooking. Now she hopes food and famiglia are also her recipe for success.
  • Miss Matchmaker
    • Driven by a fear of failure, Michelle Valentine learned to light the spark of passion, not just in herself, but in others as well. Her success in creating a world-class dating service helped her to a clear understanding of how to help others build powerful relationships of all kinds.
  • Don’t Stop Believin’
    • The recession has led to difficult times for a lot of people, including 48-year-old Don Cupo. A year ago, he had lost his job and his optimism. But then he decided to take action and a leap of faith. He enrolled at the nation’s second largest university to pursue his passion — film and music. And since he was already being bold, he decided to chase another dream. He tried out for and made the marching band. Now he’s pushing himself in ways he never thought possible, and he’s got a message for anyone who’s lost hope — don’t stop believing.
  • Taking the Plunge
    • More times than not, the one thing that gets in the way of trying something new is fear! What if there was a way to eliminate it? Would you be willing to try something like scuba diving? Find out how taking risks in life can bring you more rewards than you imagined.

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Featured, Full Episodes, Making a Difference, Season 2, Unforgettable Characters, Video

No Strings Attached

June 3, 2011 By 1 Comment

In this episode, we get an update on everyone’s favorite driver to see if she’s still behind the wheel, after 600,000 miles. Plus, musicians with no strings attached and Skydivers Over Sixty smash the world record.

Segments include:

  • No Strings Attached?
    • Musicians strive for perfection. That means their instruments must be flawless. But good luthiers are very hard to find. See what makes Saul Cornell the most important member of any string section, even though he doesn’t play a note.
  • International Celebrity: Rachel Veitch
    • “How’s Rachel? Is Chariot Still Running?” We get the questions daily. Rachel, of course, is Rachel Veitch, the hard-driving, gun-toting, America-loving nonagenarian who became an international celebrity after we told her story. How’s she doing? For starters, she’s a little nervous to have Marc behind the wheel of her beloved Chariot. But she’s also getting ready for a little body work of her own. She shares her busy plans for the coming months (you could say she’s on a bit of a media blitz) and she answers the question everyone wants to know: how many miles are on Chariot now?
  • Skydivers Over Sixty Smash World Record
    • Growing Bolder is something anyone can do. Knitters. Dancers. Writers. Painters. Entrepreneurs. This is how skydivers do it. It’s one of the most inspiring, empowering and unforgettable world records ever, and only Growing Bolder was there to document it.

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Season 2, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Dreams Never Die

May 27, 2011 By 1 Comment

In this episode, we salute women who are creating calendars for a cause. Plus, meet a man who never gave up on his college baseball dreams, and a true artist who has transformed after horrifying tragedy.

Segments Include:

  • Field of Dreams
    • John Wilson‘s story is straight out of Hollywood. It’s a story of personal redemption and hope for us all; a story of struggle and triumph played out in jails, hospitals and finally — on a baseball field.
  • Tubes, Transformers and Tragedy
    • If you have a vintage radio or know anyone who does you’ll be thankful for Dennis G. Williams. He is one of a very few people you can turn to for expert, full-time antique radio repair and restoration. He has four decades of experience at his craft and his business, Radio Relics has a reputation for quality, honesty and integrity that spreads clear across the country. The only thing more interesting than what he does for a living, is who he is as a person.
  • Growing “Bull”der
    • They’ve retired from the rodeo, but these two brothers are still, well, bullish, when it comes to how great life can be as you get older. Just don’t mess with their bodyguard.
  • Calendars for a Cause
    • They’re bold, they’re beautiful — and they’re breast cancer survivors. Now, these women are glamming it up and saluting the stars of the silver screen. It’s art for a good cause, and they think you’ll never look at a calendar the same way again.

Filed Under: All Seasons, Breaking Barriers, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Featured, Full Episodes, Making a Difference, Season 2, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Small Actions; Big Impact

May 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this week’s episode, who needs wireless? We take a look at some high-flying wired art, plus celebrate the cycling community rallying around a great cause and teach you how to be the maestro of your own mind.

Segments Include:

  • Hey, Your Nose is Growing!
    • There are very few full-time marionette theaters in the country. One of them, Pinocchio’s Marionette Theater near Orlando, Florida, is dedicated to keeping the vanishing art alive. See why they believe puppetry is not only still relevant but even more necessary in these high-tech times.
  • Andy’s New Bike
    • Andy was born with fetal alcohol syndrome 40 years ago. His adoptive and loving parents have always encouraged him to get involved in life and he has. He has a job, a lot of friends and gets all around town on his beloved bicycle. So, imagine his despair when it was stolen. And imagine his surprise when the very people he thought were a nuisance turned out to be some of the best friends he ever had.
  • Restore Your Passion and Pass it On
    • The mission was gratifying yet overwhelming. But isn’t taking on projects that are way too big the key to great accomplishment? JT Thompson had such a bright vision for an old, run-down historic home that he never had time to consider failure. And against all odds, he far exceeded even his own expectations.
  • Be the Maestro of Your Mind
    • It may be music to your ears but it’s actually fuel for your brain. Many studies agree — one of the best ways to exercise your brain is by learning to play a musical instrument. As you’ll see, you don’t have to be Mozart to be the maestro of your mind!

Filed Under: All Seasons, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Making a Difference, Overcoming Obstacles, Season 2, Unforgettable Characters, Video

No Limits

May 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In this episode, we share the story of a war hero who says everyone can learn from the lessons on the battlefield. Plus, Marc and his swim team set a world record, we have a ball at a very special event and we feature triathlete Tony Handler.

Segments Include:

  • How World Records are Broken
    • Motivated by the stories we do every week, Growing Bolder CEO Marc Middleton got back in the pool for the first time in 35 years. That was two years ago. Today, Marc is a member of Rowdy Gaines’ Blu Frog Masters Team and now, the Froggers have something to croak about.
  • World War II’s Fading Memories
    • There aren’t many people like Bill Coleman. There used to be, but World War II vets are vanishing. It’s why their stories are so important. Not just for their first-hand accounts, but also to ensure the lessons they learned don’t just fade into history.
  • Come Play With Us
    • From fast cars to talking water — yes, you read that right — we’re showing you the coolest new games and rides at the annual International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions expo. You won’t see this stuff anywhere else … yet.
  • Triathlete Tony Handler
    • Tony Handler isn’t supposed to be here. Twenty-five years ago, he was diagnosed with a rare form of pancreatic cancer and given two years to live. That same year, he completed his first triathlon. After that, the cancer attacked his liver, prostate and thyroid glands but he’s beat them all back. His story will inspire you to keep on fighting, no matter what life throws your way.

Filed Under: All Seasons, Big Names, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Longevity, Season 2, Sports Stars, Unforgettable Characters, Video

Quiet Confidence

May 5, 2011 By 2 Comments

In this episode of Growing Bolder, we prove that beauty is both skin AND body deep at any age. Plus, paying tribute to an aviation hero and tracing family roots — what will you find?

Segments Include:

  • Discover Your Inner Sex Symbol
    • The expression “less is more” has never been more true. Women are taking it off, to turn it back on! Boudoir photography is hot, in more ways that one! And it’s not just those young, skinny 20-somethings, it’s women in mid-life and beyond who are giving their all, well, just about, to prove that age is irrelevant!
  • Celebrating 50 Years of Skydiving History
    • On August 16, 1960, Air Force Capt. Joe Kittinger rode a helium balloon to 102,800 feet — the very edge of space — and jumped. Fifty years later, to commemorate man’s longest leap, Kittinger became the first inductee into the National Skydiving Museum Hall of Fame.
  • Tracing Your Family Tree
    • Ever wonder where you came from? Digging up your family tree’s roots can help you see a more clear future. We’ll take a look at how technology is making it easier than ever to find out who you really are!
  • Bobby Goldsboro: Musical Colors
    • In 1968 while Joplin, Hendrix, the Doors and Jefferson Airplane were singing about sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll, Bobby Goldsboro was singing about “Honey.” After a career in which he sold more than 35 million records, hosted a national TV show, wrote six best-selling children’s books and produced a national PBS show, you’d think the soon-to-be 70 Goldsboro would be winding down. Think again.

Filed Under: All Seasons, Big Names, By Title, By Topic, Current Season, Episodes, Full Episodes, Season 2, Unforgettable Characters, Video
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