Quick chat with William :)

Today’s guest is the incredible Andrew Bernstein, affectionately known as "Bernie". Bernie possesses a rare combination of both physical and mental strength. Andrew is an accomplished journalist, editor, race promotor and cyclist. Over the past 16 months, he has had to draw on every ounce of that strength to rebuild and repair after a near fatal hit and run while he was riding his bike. Bernie currently resides in Boulder, Colorado. Bernie’s resilience is the stuff of legend and I’m honored to have him on the podcast.  I want to first recommend the podcast that Bernie participated in with Outside Magazine. Here is the link for that. Additionally, here is a link to the essay that Andrew wrote for Outside Magazine following his near fatal injuries. You can keep up with all things Bernie through his instagram account. Check him out @Bernietweets Be sure to keep up with our podcast on Instagram @TheSugarbench and send in any questions or comments to [email protected] Thank you and I hope you enjoy this episode!

Health coach, educator, ovarian cancer survivor and all around amazingly positive person. Oh yeah, she's my sister-in-law too! What a joy to get to chat about the way she has gracefully navigated the turbulent waters of the past year. Feeling lucky to learn from Bridge and honored to have her on the pod. Listeners be sure to check all things B on instagram @healthcoachingbybridgette or check out this link for her new book: https://www.amazon.com/RISE-UP-Defining-Cancer-Journey-ebook/dp/B08NFNP6KR Send your questions my way at [email protected] or check us out on Instagram @ THESUGARBENCH Thank you! 

NCAA Div. I basketball official, educator, father, husband, the list goes on. Nathan Farrell's success is rooted in optimism, confidence and sheer ability. What an honor it was to sit down with him. Lots of people root for Nathan now, but I like to think of myself as one of his earliest fans. I hope you enjoy this episode. Send any questions or comments to [email protected] or check us out at THE SUGARBENCH on instagram.

Outdoor enthusiast, math teacher, ultra-runner, youth soccer commissioner and family man extraordinaire are just some of the words that describe Michael Letzring. I am so honored to have him on the pod where we take a deep dive into the intersection of goals and ambition and family and adventure. Check us out on Instagram at THE SUGARBENCH and send any comments or questions to [email protected]. Thanks for listening! 

The pod rolls on this week with Will Rothermel. Will is a an outstandingly compassionate, hardworking and gifted human being. In addition to his role as the associate athletic director at Ithaca College, Will is a an amazing father, husband and friend. We take a deep dive in this episode with regard to his work with the Great Cycle Challenge and how he brings gratitude into his life. What an honor brother!  Check out Will's work to raise money and awareness for child cancer research at www.greatcyclechallenge.com and click "Find a Participant" and search Will Rothermel.  I hope you enjoy the show! Check us out on Instagram at THE SUGARBENCH and send in any comments or suggestions for future guests to [email protected]. 

What a steward for our planet! So thrilled to have Andy on the pod. We hope you enjoy. Hit us up at [email protected] and at THE SUGARBENCH on instagram. Always try your best!

200 miles on the bike over 2 days. Here's to summer and adventure even if it looks different that what we may have expected. We hope all is well! Send in any questions or comments to [email protected] and check us out on Instagram at THE SUGARBENCH. 

So I guess this is what happens when you find a magic sound machine in your closet on the hottest night of the year. El and I came up with this one and tried to do it in one take. I hope you give it a listen and let us know what you think. There's four magic buttons so hopefully a couple more stories at least. Also, thanks for sending in the silly sentences! Send in any questions or comments to sugarbench@gmail,com and check us out at THE SUGARBENCH on Instagram. 

A 100 yard crushed gravel driveway takes you up to their farmstead. They're far from any city and close to peace and in harmony with the sweeping land around them. David and Frances Schaftlein are as hardworking as they are beautiful human beings. I've been lucky to get to know them and honored to be able to share even a part of their story. We could all do well to follow in their footsteps. Thanks to Sarah for making the logistics of this work and for Donna for conducting the interview. Send in any questions to [email protected] and check us out at THE SUGARBENCH on Instagram.