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Feb 25
Love22

Mick Wienholt

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This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for an unforgettable conversation as we sit down with Mick Wienholt, a man who survived a catastrophic avalanche that should have taken his life. With a fractured skull, a broken jaw, and massive blood loss, Mick walked three miles back to his truck before collapsing into emergency brain surgery.

But that miracle was only the beginning.

Years later, Mick and his wife experienced the devastating stillbirth of their son, Luke, a loss that brought them to their knees and ultimately led them into a life-changing relationship with Christ. What followed was a story of redemption neither of them could have scripted.

This episode explores ego, survival, grief, faith, and the way God can redeem even the darkest chapters of our lives.

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In This Episode:

  • What really happened the day Mick triggered an avalanche in Colorado
  • Walking three miles with a fractured skull
  • The difference between surviving something… and being changed by it
  • The grief of stillbirth and losing their son, Luke
  • Hitting the emotional bottom and crying out to God
  • Faith as a daily choice, not a family inheritance
  • The redemption of January
  • How twin boys were born seven years after a loss
  • The difference between coincidence and God in action

Quotations:

”And so what ended up happening was through the grief of Luke’s death, we thought we had a Luke-shaped hole in our hearts. God showed us that we had a God-shaped hole in our hearts. He filled that hole, loved us through all the grief, and changed the trajectory of our lives ever since.”  ~ Mick Wienholt

Bio:

Mick Wienholt is the host of the podcast When You Look, where everyday people share extraordinary stories of God’s presence in their lives. After surviving a catastrophic avalanche as a teenager and later experiencing the stillbirth of his firstborn son, Mick’s life took a dramatic turn. What began as a 25-year faith-avoidant journey became a ministry rooted in redemption, raw testimony, and honest conversations about grief and grace. He is a redeemed son of Jesus Christ, grateful husband to an incredible wife, and father of four children, three of whom are living.

Guest Contact Info:

Website: https://www.whenyoulook.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShow

Oct 22
Love22

Kim Cantin

By Author, Community, Grief, Podcast No Comments

This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a deeply moving episode with Kim Cantin, speaker and author of Where the Yellow Flowers Bloom, to share her powerful journey through unimaginable loss and the unbreakable strength of love. After surviving the 2018 Montecito mudslide that claimed her husband and son, Kim opens up about grief, healing, and the small miracles that helped her rebuild her life.

You’ll hear how Kim’s daughter Lauren survived six hours buried under twenty feet of mud, how community became her lifeline, and why true healing happens on your own timeline. Her story is one of heartbreak and hope, a reminder that even in the darkest seasons, compassion and connection can bring us back to life.

This episode is sponsored by:


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In This Episode:

  • Surviving the unthinkable and finding purpose beyond pain
  • The incredible story of Lauren’s survival
  • Lessons in grief, love, and letting others help
  • Rebuilding with grace and gratitude
  • The healing power of writing and community

Quotations:

“They were giving me the gift on my grief timeline, not on theirs. So everyone grieves differently in different times, right? But they were giving the gift on my timeline.” ~ Kim Cantin

“I’ve mentally and physically felt like I’m not afraid of anything anymore.” ~ Kim Cantin

“I’ve become a different person. I’m definitely wiser. I have more wisdom about what is grief. And that’s a human experience. Anyone whose love is going to have grief in their life.” ~ Kim Cantin

“When they’re done, not when I’m done listening to you talk about your grief.” ~ Kim Cantin

“If I have grandkids in the future, or if Lauren has children, I want to remember the details. And so I just started kind of writing it that way. And then as I started writing it, I was like, I’m seeing my progression going from desperate grief to more peaceful acceptance. And I’m like, I think that might help someone.” ~ Kim Cantin

“I will try to do that for others on their timeline, whatever it is. Some people’s timeline’s short,  some’s long, and some have a hard time ever getting over stuff. Whatever their timeline is, I’ll try to still be compassionate.” ~ Kim Cantin

Bio:

Kim Cantin is a powerful symbol of resilience, having survived the devastating Montecito mudslides of 2018 that claimed 23 lives, including her husband and son, and left her daughter buried alive. Through unimaginable loss, Kim has fought to rebuild her life, driven by a fierce commitment to hope. She courageously shares her experience and new-found wisdom through her first book, Where Yellow Flowers Bloom.

Guest Contact Info:

Website: https://kimcantin.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimcantinauthor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimcantin/

Book: Where Yellow Flowers Bloom

Oct 01
Love23

Ryan Murphy

By Podcast, Professional Athlete, Sports No Comments

This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with nine-time Olympic medalist and world record holder Ryan Murphy for a heartfelt conversation about Olympic glory, family stories, and a brand-new chapter called fatherhood.

Ryan shares his journey from a determined seven-year-old with big dreams to becoming a five-time gold medalist. He opens up about the joy of raising his daughter Eevi, the perspective fatherhood has given him, and why he’s passionate about water safety for kids. Plus, he reveals the mindset that continues to fuel his drive toward the 2028 Olympics.

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In this Episode:

  • Adjusting to life with baby Eevi and the joy of parenthood while keeping love and balance alive
  • How becoming a parent reshapes the way Ryan sees family history
  • Childhood in Illinois and Florida, college years at Cal Berkeley, and proposing to Bridget in San Francisco
  • Why Ryan gravitated toward swimming and the thrill of individual competition
  • Learning resilience and motivation through tough defeats
  • Calories, genetics, and the daily grind behind an Olympian’s body
  • Rivalries that turn into lifelong respect and the true meaning of leading Team USA as captain
  • The physical challenges of swimming, from burning quads to pressure on the back
  • Why Ryan believes Katie Ledecky is the greatest swimmer of all time
  • His mission to teach kids water safety through early swim lessons
  • His Olympic dreams for LA 2028, his interest in media, and his vision for expanding swim schools

Quotations:

“At the baseline of my personality, l’m exceptionally competitive in everything I’m doing. So yeah, I wanted to go to the Olmpics for swimming.” ~ Ryan Murphy

“When it started to get more serious for me at age 12, that’s when I gave up other sports and I had to go a little bit more introspective and be like, okay, what do I enjoy the most? And what do I want to spend my time doing outside of school? And I chose swimming.  And ultimately I chose swimming because that was the sport that made me the most nervous. I would get nervous before every single swim meet and that’s how knew that I cared.” ~ Ryan Murphy

“I want to be exceptional at whatever I’m doing. Like swimming is, swimming, it’s fun to try to be the best in the world. So I love, I love that pursuit.” ~ Ryan Murphy

Bio:

Ryan Murphy is one of the world’s premier backstroke swimmers, a world record holder, and a multiple Olympic gold medalist. Known for his exceptional underwater skills and consistent performances, Murphy has established himself as a dominant force in backstroke events on both the national and international stages. His technical proficiency and competitive drive have made him a cornerstone of the U.S. national swimming team. Off the lanes, Ryan is also a devoted husband and new father, committed to combining his passion for sport with a mission to promote water safety, swim education, and a legacy of family values.

Guest Contact Info:

Website: http://www.ryanmurphy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_f_murphy/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryanmurphyswim/

Aug 06
Love21

Richard Ramos

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What does it really take to raise strong, grounded kids in a world full of noise and pressure? 

This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for a much-needed conversation with Richard R. Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, mentor to at-risk youth, and champion of family reconciliation. We explore what it means to lead with love, humility, and emotional maturity as a parent.

Richard shares practical tools for breaking generational cycles, rebuilding trust, and guiding your children with confidence. If you’re a parent, educator, or someone who works with families, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped.

This episode is sponsored by:

In this Episode:

  • Why healing your own past is the key to becoming a stronger parent
  • How to earn your child’s loyalty in a world full of distractions
  • The quiet power of humility and modeling accountability
  • What “preparation for separation” really means and why it matters
  • Simple ways to build a lasting family legacy, starting today

Quotations:

“I could help more people, but the truth is, there are a lot of families out there or parents that don’t want help. And I can’t do anything about that.” ~ Richard Ramos

“I always tell a parent, growing old is automatic, but growing up is not. And when you don’t keep growing in your maturity, what ends up happening is you have that 35-year-old dad with a 15-year-old mentality. And the problem with that is then they start having children.” ~ Richard Ramos

“If we have the humility and we show as an authority figure, we show our children that, yeah, I’m the person in authority, but I still have the humility to recognize when I’m wrong, admit it, and ask for forgiveness. And that goes a long way. That in itself would solve so many family issues.” ~ Richard Ramos

“Society today is undermining the authority of parents.” ~ Richard Ramos

“We can’t force people to learn and grow and be. They have to want to learn and grow and be better.” ~ Richard Ramos

“​We don’t need to be afraid to have our kids around other kids and other things, because if you don’t do that and you isolate your children, you’re weakening their immune system, and you’re weakening their ability to learn what real life is all about because real life is tough.” ~ Richard Ramos

“We’re battling for heart, mind, and loyalty. Loyalty is a gift that we choose to give. And so when kids are giving that gift to their mom and dad, it’s a done deal.” ~ Richard Ramos

“It doesn’t take a village to raise a child. just takes good parenting. But one child can raise up a whole village. And that’s the power of parenting. And we know through history, one person, just one person, can change a community, can change a state, a nation, or the world.” ~ Richard Ramos

“We’re the only thing on earth that God gave the ability to have free will to choose.” ~ Richard Ramos

“You can be the gardener and the rose at the same time.” ~ Richard Ramos

“We are victims of the choices we make in our circumstances. And if we remember that, we’re not playing the blame game. We’re taking responsibility for ourselves and looking within ourselves and growing ourselves and forgiving ourselves because we’re not going to get it right all the time.” ~ Richard Ramos

Bio:

Richard is an author, speaker, and parent coach with over thirty years of experience in leadership development, family dynamics, and community building. He has made a significant national and international impact through his work with high-risk youth, parents, and families, creating safe, supportive environments for personal growth and community transformation. Richard has trained over 2,000 parent mentors through his innovative leadership curriculum and has authored several books, including Parents on a Mission and From the Margins to the Mainstream—Preparing Latino Youth for Leadership in the Twenty-First Century.

As a recognized expert in preventing community violence and fostering positive family environments, Richard brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional insight to his work. His passion for helping families navigate the challenges of stepparenting and build meaningful connections within their homes has reached communities across the globe. Through his coaching, training, and writing, Richard empowers individuals to lead with confidence and create lasting change in both their families and communities. His mission is clear: to help families not just survive but thrive in a world that demands resilience and connection.

Guest Contact Info:

Website: https://www.richardrramos.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomleadership/