GIVE A HECK

GIVE A HECK

In the last 20 years, I have lived a life like many, by accident, going to work, go home get paid than the next day starting all over again, living on a proverbial hamster wheel. I can tell you though through coaching and mentorship, I learned that living a life on purpose is less stressful and ensures I am happy more days than not. My goal is to introduce you to guests, ideas, and thoughts that can help you learn that you to can “LIVE YOUR LIFE ON PURPOSE, NOT BY ACCIDENT”.

Episodes

January 27, 2026 86 mins

What if the simple act of writing could help you better understand yourself, process emotions more effectively, and make clearer decisions in life and business?

In this episode of Give A Heck, I sit down with Michele Novack, a cybersecurity leader, entrepreneur, author, and empath who has spent decades navigating high-pressure environments while doing deep inner work. Michele shares how journaling became one of her most trusted tool...

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🎙️ David Webb The No Money Millionaire How to Build Wealth With No Money Down

Are you tired of believing that building wealth requires a hefty savings account or perfect credit? In this powerful episode, I sit down with David Webb, widely known as the No Money Millionaire, who shattered every excuse about real estate investing by building a multi million dollar portfolio without using a single dime of his own money.

David shares his...

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Have you ever wondered how life's most devastating losses can become the foundation for your greatest purpose? In this profound episode, I sit down with John DeDakis, an awardwinning novelist, journalist, and writing coach whose 45year career in journalism includes serving as a White House correspondent during Ronald Reagan's presidency and working as an editor on CNN's The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer.

John shares h...

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Are you trapped in survival mode, wondering if financial freedom is just a fantasy for people like you? In this powerful episode of Give A Heck, I sit down with Scott Curry, founder and CEO of Faith Roar, whose journey from homelessness to building multiple six-figure businesses proves that your past does not determine your future.

Scott shares his raw story of overcoming childhood trauma as a military brat, strug...

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Are you spending half your life in a space that drains your energy instead of fueling your dreams? In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Talor Stewart, a licensed architect with over 25 years of experience whose book Conscious Home Design has hit number one bestseller status in seven countries.

Talor shares his fascinating journey from building hand drums and traveling across North America to discoveri...

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Are you ready to discover how life insurance could be the foundation that protects everything you’ve worked to build? In this compelling follow-up episode, Dwight reconnects with Steve Short and Mark Schlipman to explore the critical gaps left uncovered in their first conversation. 

This episode reveals why most people approach protection planning backwards—and how one simple shift in perspective can safeguard yo...

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     Are you watching your financial future slip away while feeling powerless to change course? In this compelling episode of Give A Heck, Dwight sits down with Steve Short and Mark Schlipman, co-authors of the #1 Amazon bestseller The Simple Road toward Financial Freedom with a foreword by Will Ferrell. Together, they share their mission to help the next generation escape the financial literacy crisis plaguing socie...

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    Are you living paycheque to paycheque, wondering if you will ever escape the financial hamster wheel that keeps you trapped in survival mode? In this eyeopening episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck breaks down the harsh reality facing millions across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond. A retirement crisis threatens to leave 88 to 91 percent of people either dead or dead broke by ...

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    🔥 Episode OverviewWhat does it take to reinvent yourself across industries and decades? In this inspiring episode of Give A Heck, Dwight sits down with Troy Horne, Broadway star, musician, entrepreneur, best selling author, and dedicated father. From starring as Tom Collins in RENT on Broadway to competing on NBC’s The Sing Off with Urban Method, Troy’s career has spanned music, television, and entrepreneurship.

    But his most powerf...

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    Have you ever wondered why some people command attention the moment they walk into a room while others seem to fade into the background? In this compelling episode of Give a Heck, Dwight reconnects with Jake Stahl, a communication strategist and fractional chief learning officer who has transformed his personal struggles into a powerful mission to help others own their presence and voice.

    Jake’s journey is a testa...

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    Have you ever caught yourself saying "I will never forgive them" or "I'm just not good with money" or "That's just how I am"? These aren't just thoughts, they are lines in the sand that keep you trapped in limiting beliefs and stuck in survival mode.

    In this powerful solo episode, Dwight challenges you to examine the invisible walls you've built around your mindset and...

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    🔥 Episode OverviewHave you ever felt like life was asking you to rewrite your entire story? In this powerful episode of Give A Heck, Dwight welcomes Kira Hartley Klinger, a transformational coach, speaker, and hybrid author whose journey is a masterclass in creative reinvention. From stay-at-home mom to resale entrepreneur to published author and speaker, Kira’s story is a blueprint for rising through uncertainty with courage and ...

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    🔥 Episode OverviewWhat’s holding you back from pursuing that business idea you’ve been thinking about?In this empowering episode of Give A Heck, Dwight welcomes Richard Gearhart, intellectual property attorney, founder of Gearhart Law, and cohost of the nationally syndicated radio show Passage to Profit. Richard is also an award-winning speaker, TV network expert guest, and recognized legal voice in entrepreneurship and innovation...

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    What happens when Hollywood says no and life strips everything away? In this powerful episode of Give A Heck, Dwight sits down with Kay A. Oliver, an award-winning author and former Hollywood screenwriter, to explore how adversity can become the fuel for creative rebirth.

    Kay’s career began behind the scenes at Universal Studios and DreamWorks, where she worked alongside cinematic giants including Steven Spielberg...

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    Are you chasing success or curating it for the feed? In this soul-stirring episode of Give A Heck, Dwight sits down with Dr. Angelo Valenti, a consulting psychologist, author, and founder of The Company Psychologist, to explore what it truly means to live and lead authentically.

    With over 40 years of experience guiding executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations, Angelo shares how early life with his grandparents...

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    🔥 Episode OverviewAre you ready to harness the power of action, belief, and consistency to achieve your goals? In this high-impact episode of Give a Heck, Dwight sits down with Danny Lehr, a speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has mastered the art of turning ambition into achievement.

    Danny shares his remarkable journey from childhood mountain hikes with his father to building a multi-million dollar lifestyle brand. His story rev...

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    What happens when your body breaks down but your spirit refuses to quit? In this powerful episode of Give a Heck, Dwight sits down with Teresa Blaes, a resilient entrepreneur who has survived multiple heart attacks, open heart surgery, and complete vision loss and still presses forward with fierce faith and purpose.

    Teresa shares how her medical trauma and family adversity became the foundation for a Christ ce...

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    🔥 Episode OverviewHave you ever wondered if your body is trying to tell you something? In this eye-opening episode of Give a Heck, Dwight sits down with Inna Segal, a visionary healer and best-selling author who transformed her own chronic pain into a powerful method for helping others.

    Inna shares her extraordinary journey from debilitating health issues to spontaneous healing, and how this experience led her to develop a unique a...

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    Have you ever felt invisible, silenced, or trapped by your past? In this powerful episode of Give a Heck, Dwight welcomes Deena Kordt, publisher of Life Changes and Divorce Magazine Canada, podcast host, and advocate for domestic abuse survivors. Deena’s journey from a strict religious upbringing and a 30-year abusive marriage to becoming a voice for the voiceless is nothing short of inspiring.

    Deena shares how sh...

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    How do you turn trauma into triumph? In this powerful episode of Give a Heck, Dwight welcomes Rory Paquette, a coach, author, and host of multiple podcasts who transformed a near-death experience and a painful past into a mission of faith, healing, and impact.

    Rory’s story is a masterclass in resilience. From surviving childhood abuse and family hardship to embracing his calling through coaching and podcasting, he...

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