The Motivational Mic
Are you ready to be inspired? Join Jacob, a 17-year old cancer survivor and amputee, as he hosts The Motivational Mic, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of resilience, hope and determination.
Episodes
In this inspiring episode of The Motivational Mic, Jacob sits down with Zach Arter, founder of Help 1 Person Today, an organization founded in the summer of 2024 with a simple but powerful belief: one meaningful connection can change a life.
Through one-on-one mentorship, family support, and uplifting events, they serve children facing cancer and serious illness, building relationships that bring hope, strength, and joy.
This conve...
In this special Read Across America Week episode of The Motivational Mic, Jacob sits down with Andi Green to explore The Magic Inside the Pages: Helping Kids Navigate Big Feelings.
Through the power of storytelling — including lessons inspired by the The WorryWoo Monsters — Andi and Jacob highlight how books do more than teach children to read. They help kids understand emotions, build resilience, and feel seen in moments of worry,...
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness about one of the most preventable yet deadly cancers when detected late.
In this special PSA of The Motivational Mic, Jacob highlights the importance of early detection, knowing your family history, and paying attention to the warning signs of colorectal cancer. With rates rising — especially among adults under 50 — this conversation is a reminder that ...
In this episode of The Motivational Mic, Jacob sits down with Claire, founder of Pediatric Cancer Heroes, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating, advocating, and fundraising for pediatric cancer patients.
Founded when Claire was just 12 years old, Pediatric Cancer Heroes was born from compassion and has grown into a powerful movement for awareness and action. Together, they discuss purpose, advocacy, and how one person’s deci...
February is Heart Health Month, a time to raise awareness, promote early detection, and take action for our hearts. In this episode, we speak Hannah Drake Litman from the Heart Foundation about practical steps to protect your heart and the life-saving research they support.
We also reflect on the Foundation’s origin: the sudden loss of Steven Cohen, a healthy 35-year-old, whose legacy continues to inspire efforts to prevent heart d...
On this episode of The Motivational Mic, we welcome Nico Calabria, adaptive athlete and disability advocate, who shares his powerful journey of resilience, leadership, and redefining what’s possible. Born without his right leg, Nico has turned adversity into purpose — becoming a national team athlete, educator, and voice for inclusion. His story is a reminder that limitations don’t define us — courage does.
In honor of National Cancer Prevention Month, Jacob shares an inspiring and impactful PSA, raising awareness about healthy habits and encouraging proactive steps for cancer prevention.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
In this emotional episode of The Motivational Mic, host Jacob Orlick speaks with Elena Bliss, mother of Brittney Bliss, who passed away at just five years old from a "rare" cancer. Elena shares Brittney’s story, the harsh reality of underfunded pediatric cancer research, and how Brittney’s legacy lives on through Brittney’s Believers. A powerful conversation about love, loss, and turning grief into purpose.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
What happens when school ends for individuals with Autism — and how can communities step up to ensure what comes next is meaningful?
In this episode, we sit down with Lee Ann Vetrone from The Nicholas Center, an organization revolutionizing the way Autistic adults learn, live, and work, and Cory Levine, whose personal connection to Autism inspired him to launch the annual Tailgate for Autism fundraiser. Together, they share how pas...
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
In this episode of The Motivational Mic, we sit down with Liz Soles, Executive Director of ADED (Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists) to explore the transformative world of driver rehabilitation. From rebuilding confidence to restoring independence, Liz shares powerful insights to help people get back behind the wheel safely. A motivating conversation about resilience, mobility, and the road to renewed freedom.
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.
In this powerful episode of The Motivational Mic, we sit down with Mark Pokedoff — a sports production veteran whose vibrant career has taken him behind the lights of some of the biggest moments in sports. But beyond the fast pace and high energy of the industry, Mark opens up about a deeply personal chapter: surviving a heart attack and the life-changing perspective it brought him.
Mark shares the highs of his colorful career, the...
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