What happens when the spotlight fades? Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson has faced battles far tougher than anything on the court. After nearly losing his life to a medical emergency, suffering financial setbacks, and battling mental health struggles, James found a new purpose—helping others find hope.

In this episode, we dive into:
🏀 His journey from NBA dominance to real-life challenges
💔 Losing everything—and finding a way forward
🧠 The importance of mental health and why it’s often ignored in sports
📖 His book Celebrating Your Gift of Life and why he wrote it
🌍 How Your Gift of Life Foundation is making an impact

🔗 Connect with James Donaldson:
🌎 Website: https://standingabovethecrowd
📖 Book Website: https://yourgiftoflife.org/
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donaldson4189/
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourGiftofLifeFoundation-y5u

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In this powerful episode of Mosaic Minds Podcast, we sit down with David Nordel, a retired Air Force Command Chief Master Sergeant, combat medic, and bestselling author. With 30 years of military experience, David shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life.

💬 Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ The real challenges veterans face when leaving the military
✔️ Leadership lessons from military service that apply to everyday life
✔️ PTSD, moral injury, and how they affect veteran transitions
✔️ What businesses must understand when hiring veterans
✔️ Why resilience is the key to success in any field

💡 Are You a Veteran or an Employer Looking to Support Veterans?
David Nordel works with both veterans and corporate leaders to bridge the gap in military-to-civilian transitions. Learn more at:
🔗 MaxFabConsulting.com – Helping veterans transition successfully
🔗 GetVetReady.org – Helping employers create veteran-friendly workplaces

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In this episode, Nick and Jason sit down with Mike Noble, the WCWO Gunslinger Champion, to talk about his rise in professional wrestling, his love for the sport, and his championship mentality. From his humble beginnings as a fan to becoming one of Indiana’s top wrestling stars, Mike shares his experiences, challenges, and triumphs in the industry.

We also talk about the WCWO wrestling scene in Indianapolis, where every Friday night, top-tier independent wrestling takes over WCWO Outlaw Arena at 1151 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46221. If you love professional wrestling, this is the place to be!

Topics Covered:
✅ Mike Noble’s wrestling journey and how he became "Mr. Friday Night"
✅ What it takes to train and perform at a high level
✅ The evolution of independent wrestling and the WCWO experience
✅ The challenges of being a heel and working with a wrestling advocate
✅ What’s next for Mike Noble and how fans can follow his career

🎟️ WCWO Wrestling - Every Friday Night!
📍 Location: WCWO Outlaw Arena, 1151 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46221
⏰ Bell Time: 7:30 PM | Doors Open: 6:30 PM

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