In this episode of "Enthusiastic Life," host Brendan Walsh sits down with Andrew Stein, President and CEO of the Children's Foundation in Detroit. Andrew shares his journey from the legal industry to leading a nonprofit, discussing the impact of his work and the vision for the Children's Foundation. Discover insights into leadership, philanthropy, and the importance of community-driven initiatives. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about making a lasting difference in the lives of children.

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EPISODE SUMMARY: Sailing, Storytelling & Detroit Roots with Sandi Svoboda
In this episode of The Enthusiastic Life, Brendan Walsh and producer Ryan Dewan sit down with longtime friend and trailblazing sailor Sandi Svoboda—incoming Commodore at Bayview Yacht Club. From swapping sailing stories that span decades to discussing Sandi’s impressive media career and community work, this episode is full of heart, humor, and history.

We dive into:
⚓️ Sandi’s origin story with Brendan (and his dad!) during the Mackinac Race
🌊 The evolving accessibility of sailing in Detroit and how to get involved
👩‍✈️ Sandy’s journey as one of Bayview’s first female Commodores
🎖️ Legendary sailors like Dawn Riley and their global impact
🌎 The Detroit River as an underappreciated international waterway
📚 A behind-the-scenes look at the 100-year Bayview Mackinac Race exhibit
💡 Life lessons learned from racing—like calm leadership, teamwork, and foresight

Whether you're a lifelong sailor or totally new to the water, this episode offers a compelling look at how sailing connects people, builds character, and continues to shape Detroit’s community.

🔗 Learn more about Bayview Yacht Club: byc.com
🎙️ Hosted by Brendan Walsh | Produced by Ryan Dewan, Wave Media

In this episode of the Enthusiastic Life podcast, host Brendan Walsh interviews Lee Padgett, the CEO and founder of Busted Bra Shop. Lee shares her unique journey from military service to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges and triumphs of starting a specialty bra boutique that caters to a wide range of sizes. The conversation explores the importance of proper bra fitting, the supportive environment she creates for her employees, and her vision for expanding the business as a franchise. Listeners will gain insights into Lee's personal experiences, the significance of women's health, and the impact of community support in business.

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