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After losing his wife to cancer, Danny Lesslie found himself in a season of unlayering—grief, job loss, financial hardship, and the weight of fatherhood all hitting at once. But instead of shutting down, Danny chose to move with meaning. In this episode, we talk about what happens when everything you cling to for stability is stripped away, how faith shaped his healing, and what it means to rebuild from the inside out. Danny’s story is one of heartbreak, honesty, and the quiet strength that comes from walking through the fire—and still choosing purpose.

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momentumwithdanny/

•Book: ⁠https://bluehatpublishing.com/products/thank-you-cancer-by-raffaella-dobles-and-danny-lesslie?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaetOHkgiIUHinErSv-lXViYxyyafLFhS8pqtX-u1iKe3pQh0x0OLKiKXqtT0A_aem_3O5DYCWHlo1c_XUCo-KzVQ

•Website: https://stan.store/dannylesslie

Mahalo for joining us, Danny 🤙🏽 Let’s dive into his extraordinary story —

1. Intro to Danny & His Family – [00:01:02:18]

2.The loss of his wife and life after grief – [00:04:23:09]

3. The unlayering: jobs, house, identity – [00:09:31:00]

4. Faith, fatherhood, and spiritual grounding – [00:15:04:16]

5. Purpose through pain and meaningful movement – [00:21:44:05]

6. Creating space for honesty and healing – [00:29:58:11]

7. What he hopes other men and dads hear in this story – [00:37:12:07]

8. Final thoughts on rebuilding, love, and letting go – [00:42:46:03]

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• Website: https://www.sickburnpodcast.com

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Credits:

Hosted & Executive Produced by Thomas Craig VIII

Produced by Voice & Video – Bill Lanzarotta

Audio Engineer – Mickey Dixon

Edited by Lizi Bronson

Graphics by Jeff Lee

Special Thanks – Rosie Flores

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Sick Burn Podcast, its affiliates, or any associated organizations. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

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At just 17 years old, Garrison Redd’s life changed in an instant. But that moment didn’t stop him — it became the beginning of a new mission. Today, Garrison is a Paralympian, elite powerlifter, Team USA adaptive climber, motivational speaker, author, and an advocate for purpose-driven life.

In this episode, Garrison shares how he found strength after a spinal cord injury, built a career at the highest levels of powerlifting, climbing, and fashion, and turned his journey into a mission to help others. His story is a powerful reminder that purpose often comes from the hardest moments, and resilience is built one rep, one climb, and one choice at a time.

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• Website: https://garrisonredd.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAac-LYLGhzeCoIArdr2-h6gJZsbFLJkmYZ088TwqfoukTby-evGUWGFZyKWtxw_aem_fw5ZFcdSmOtcDS9yL6r6NA

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrisonredd/

• Redds Denim: https://www.instagram.com/reddsdenim/

• Charity: https://www.instagram.com/thegarrisonreddproject/

Mahalo for joining us, Garrison 🤙🏽 Let’s dive into her extraordinary story-

1. Intro to Garrison – [00:00:30:05]

2. The shooting and spinal cord injury – [00:02:54:17]

3. Processing the aftermath and emotional struggle – [00:10:51:02]

4. His mom's push for independence and mindset shift – [00:15:35:22]

5. Rebuilding confidence through school, friendships, and fashion – [00:21:19:14] 6. Leaving his government job to pursue purpose – [00:42:49:00]

7. TEDx Talk, modeling, and first viral opportunities – [00:46:36:03]

8. Getting back into athletics and discovering powerlifting – [00:55:02:24]

9. Joining Team USA for powerlifting and climbing – [01:01:02:22]

10. Purpose, mentoring others, and current competitions – [01:10:16:26]

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Credits: Hosted & Executive Produced by Thomas Craig VIII. Guest Appearance by Garrison. Produced by Voice & Video- Bill Lanzaratto, Audio Engineer by Mickey. Edited by Lizi Bronson. Graphics by Jeff Lee. Special Thanks for their invaluable work, Rosie Flores.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of "The Sick Burn Podcast," its affiliates, or any organizations we are associated with. This podcast for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and to celebrate three months of The Sick Burn Podcast (Yee!), host Thomas Craig VIII takes the mic solo to reflect on the journey so far. From sharing stories of resilience and healing to laughing through the scars with incredible guests, this episode is both a thank-you and a look ahead.

Thomas opens up about why this month means so much to him personally, what he's learned since launching the podcast, and how storytelling continues to be a powerful tool in recovery. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or just joined the ride, this episode is a heartfelt check-in filled with gratitude, growth, and a reminder that mental health conversations don’t stop in May.

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• Website: ⁠https://www.sickburnpodcast.com⁠

• Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sickburnpod⁠

• TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thomascraigviii⁠

• Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@thomascraigviii⁠

Mahalo for being part of this journey 🤙🏽 Let’s dive into this milestone episode—

1. Intro – [00:00:18]

2. Mahalo to YOU – [00:01:05]

3. What May Means To Me – [00:02:17]

4. The Power Of Storytelling – [00:05:11]

5. Moments That Moved Me – [00:07:08]

6. Lessons I Didn’t See Coming – [00:11:30]

7. What’s Next – [00:12:57]

8. Healing Takes Time & community – [00:14:40]

Mahalo for tuning in! If you enjoyed today's episode, please:

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Credits:

Hosted & Executive Produced by Thomas Craig VIII

Produced by Voice & Video – Bill Lanzarotta

Audio Engineer – Mickey Dixon

Edited by – Lizi Bronson

Graphics by – Jeff Lee

Special Thanks – Rosie Flores

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Sick Burn Podcast, its affiliates, or any organizations we are associated with. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

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