What happens when an average high school athlete ends up drafted into the NHL?
What happens when that same athlete sits down with his dad — a U.S. Army veteran, former mayor of Cumberland, and lifelong competitor?In this episode of Cumberland Unfiltered, Mike Murray joins the table to share how a near-death illness, a forgotten cassette tape, and years of hard-fought grit changed his life — and led to the book Chasing the Goal.
His father, Bill Murray, weighs in with his own story: from military service to Town Council to the mayor’s office. Together, their father-son dynamic cuts deep into legacy, resilience, and what it really takes to succeed — whether you're on the ice, in public office, or in life.
This one’s about perseverance, family, and refusing to quit.
🎧 Featuring: Caleb, Brad, Jason
📘 Mike’s Book: Chasing the Goal
🔗 Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/b889rmr
This Episode is sponsored by:
Chasing Tail – Hunting & Fishing Apparel
A lifestyle brand born in the woods — built for hunters, fishermen, and folks who live life on their terms.
Owned and operated by CU-POD co-host Brad Dean.
🌐 https://www.chasingtail.com
Cumberland Coalition for Small Business
Empowering local entrepreneurs, protecting small business rights, and amplifying community-driven economic growth in Cumberland.
🌐 https://cumberlandcoalitionforsmallbusiness.com
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