Finding Better Podcast
At Finding Better, our mission is to help you facilitate the ’better’ you want by offering you a unique and transformative opportunity to uncover the path towards a better and more fulfilling life. Our platform is designed to guide you in your pursuit of a ’better’ version of yourself, and the key lies in the invaluable experiences shared by those who have successfully traversed this very journey. Our approach is firmly grounded in the notion that real-life stories, personal trials, and experiences of successful individuals are the most authentic sources of inspiration and guidance. This experiential element is what sets Finding Better apart. We provide a platform where folks who have gone through their unique challenges and emerged triumphant, willingly share their life-altering insights, strategies, and practical wisdom. Our host John Suzuki believes we all have three careers; first to learn and go to school, second to earn and make a living, and third to return and give back. Now in his third career of giving back, John’s mission is to make the world better by inspiring people to live with less fear and divisiveness and bring a little more love into the world. Know more about John - https://johnsuzuki.com/
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Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Join John Suzuki for a heartfelt and inspiring Christmas Eve episode that dives deep into faith, love, and the true spirit of Christmas. In this special installment, John shares personal stories of miracles, from finding his mother through prayer to the unexpected joy of predicting his wife’s pregnancies. These powerful moments highlight the unique and personal relationship each of us can have with faith.
Discover how Christmas, beyond being a spiritual celebration, is a universal time for unity, generosity, and hope—values that transcend religion and culture. John reflects on the growth of this podcast, inspired by his daughter, and how small acts of kindness, like the starfish story, can create ripples of positivity in the world.
This episode is a call to action: embrace gratitude, live the spirit of Christmas year-round, and open your heart to the miracles happening all around you. John closes with a touching prayer for all listeners, reminding us that the Christmas spirit is within us, ready to shine every day.
✨ Let’s make this Christmas—and every day—a celebration of love, hope, and togetherness. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this message of joy! 🎁
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
In this eye-popping episode of the Finding Better Podcast, host John Suzuki welcomes cybersecurity expert Jocelyn King, the "Queen of Online Safety," to share her incredible journey from cybercrime victim to top cybersecurity advocate. Jocelyn reveals how she turned personal tragedy—including major financial losses, identity theft, and emotional turmoil—into a mission to empower others. With AI rapidly amplifying cyber threats, Jocelyn breaks down hackers' tactics and offering actionable tips to protect yourself: secure your accounts, freeze your credit, avoid public Wi-Fi transactions, just to name a few. Take charge of your online safety today and share this essential advice with your family and friends!
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
🎄 *Welcome to the ultimate heartwarming Christmas episode!* 🎄 Join Kim Sorrelle with her co-host, John Suzuki as they dive deep into the true meaning of Christmas — a season of giving, gratitude, and grace. From personal stories of favorite traditions like “Elf on the Shelf” and surprise childhood gifts to heartfelt reflections on overcoming life’s challenges, this conversation is filled with warmth, wisdom, and inspiration. Discover how small acts of kindness — like volunteering as a family, giving a smile, or visiting someone in need — can make a big impact. Learn how to embrace *“The Christmas Mindset”* all year long by choosing peace, practicing gratitude, and giving more to those around you. Whether it’s tips for finding calm during holiday chaos, building meaningful traditions, or extending grace to loved ones, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to live with joy, generosity, and heart every day. 🎁✨ *“When you lift one person, you lift the world.”* Tune in and spread the spirit of Christmas all year long!
#ChristmasMindset #HolidayGiving #FamilyTraditions #ChoosePeace #Gratitude #Inspiration
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
In this heartfelt episode, host John Suzuki sits down with Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, to unpack what it truly means to lead with authenticity, love, and purpose. Whether you're a parent, a leader, or someone striving for personal growth, this conversation is packed with insights to help you create better relationships, communities, and a better YOU. 🌟
Key Highlights🎯 Leadership Begins at Home: Discover how modeling integrity, responsibility, and ethics within your family can ripple out to transform entire communities.❤️ Authenticity is Key: Learn simple strategies—like taking 60 seconds for reflection—to embrace your true self and inspire others to do the same.🦸 Servant Leadership in Action: Why great leaders serve others, empower their teams (or kids!), and act as guides, not controllers.🧠 Parenting with Purpose: Shift from isolating your kids to preparing them with strong values so they can shine as leaders in the real world.💌 The Power of Love & Tradition: From handwritten notes to family traditions, discover how small acts of love create big impacts.🗣️ Healthy Debate Builds Cohesion: Create a culture where every voice is valued, even when opinions differ—a lesson for both families and workplaces.💡 Heart Over Data: Why authentic experiences always resonate more than rehearsed speeches or endless facts.Unmissable Stories & Analogies🎣 The Upstream Fisherman: A powerful reminder to tackle root causes instead of treating symptoms.🏀 The Basketball Team Exercise: See how simple words of affirmation can leave a lifelong impact.
✨ Ready to transform your approach to parenting, leadership, and personal growth? Don’t just listen—apply these powerful insights to your life today!
💻 Visit Richard Ramos at www.richardrRamos.com to explore his programs and resources for building stronger families and communities.
Saturday Dec 14, 2024
Saturday Dec 14, 2024
Step into the world of AI where possibilities are endless! 🚀 In this video, we explore how anyone - including you - can easily harness the power of artificial intelligence to simplify tasks, spark creativity, and build something amazing—no coding expertise required!
From creating fun apps like a Candy Crush-style dog game 🐾 to planning a picture-perfect vacation ✈️, discover real-world examples of how AI can revolutionize your life and the world. 🌍
👉 Key Highlights: - AI for everyone: You don’t need to be a tech pro! - Learn, experiment, and have fun: The mindset to succeed with AI. - Save time and resources while boosting productivity with AI-powered problem-solving. - Practical tips for customizing AI tools to solve personal and business challenges. - Explore the collaborative nature of AI and its role as a brainstorming partner and life co-pilot.
💡 *"Be a part of it, not a victim of it."* Dive into the strategies, insights, and inspirational takeaways that will motivate you to embrace this groundbreaking technology.
🔮 With AI’s exponential growth, NOW is the time to adapt and unlock its exciting potential. Don’t miss out on being part of this transformative journey. 🌟
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
In this episode, host John Suzuki dives into the groundbreaking world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its unprecedented impact on humanity. From AI's explosive growth to life-changing mindsets for success, discover how you can thrive in this rapidly evolving era.
What You’ll Learn:✨ The astounding predictions for AI's future✨ How to transition successfully into the AI era with the right mindset:✨ Why humanity’s irreplaceable qualities—like human connection and spirit—are the ultimate superpowers in a tech-driven world.
This episode is packed with insights to help you face the future with confidence and optimism. Remember, the choices you make today shape your tomorrow!
#ArtificialIntelligence #MindsetMatters #FindingBetter #AIRevolution #HumanConnection
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
What if The Lion King could inspire a transformative parenting philosophy? In this episode, host John Suzuki sits down with Nate Turner to uncover the profound lessons learned from the iconic film and how they shaped his journey as a parent. Nate shares how intentional parenting can prepare children for leadership, foster a sense of responsibility toward their community, and cultivate global and cultural competency.
From crafting a life vision inspired by Harvard's admissions criteria to using vision boards and journaling as daily tools for success, this conversation dives into actionable strategies for raising purpose-driven, resilient children. Nate also reflects on overcoming his own tumultuous upbringing, choosing to find the good in his father, and breaking cycles of adversity.
This powerful discussion is packed with wisdom on transforming challenges into opportunities, creating a mindset of abundance, and inspiring the next generation to dream audaciously. Whether you're a parent, thinking about starting a family, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is a must-watch. 🌟
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Grief is never easy, especially during the holidays, a time filled with love, family, and memories. In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Ken Rohlf, a successful attorney, loving grandfather, and author of Christmas Sun: A Beautiful Tradition to Remember Grandma. Ken shares his deeply personal journey of losing his wife, Sherry, to pancreatic cancer on Christmas Day and how he and his family have found ways to heal, honor, and thrive.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
💔 Ken’s Story – From caregiver to a family guide, hear how he navigated the sudden loss of his wife after 28 years of marriage.🎄 5 Keys to Coping During the Holidays – Discover practical tips for embracing self-care, adapting traditions, and honoring loved ones during challenging times.📖 The Power of Storytelling – Learn about Ken’s Amazon #1 bestseller and how it inspires families to keep memories alive across generations.🏡 Creating New Traditions – Explore how Ken’s family found solace in a cherished cabin, new rituals, and shared experiences.☀️ A Touching Anecdote – Hear the moving story of how a moment of sunlight symbolized love and connection that transcends loss.
Ken’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the beauty of honoring love, even amidst grief. Whether you’re navigating a loss or want to support someone who is, this episode will leave you inspired and uplifted.
John believes we all have three careers; first to learn and go to school, second to earn and make a living, and third to return and give back. Now in his third career of giving back, John’s mission is to make the world better by inspiring people to live with less fear and divisiveness and bring a little more love into the world. While going to school, John started his earning career selling butter toffee peanuts for the YMCA when he was ten, and then worked on a bait barge in Redondo Beach selling live anchovies when he was twelve (his favorite job ever). John has faithfully served his customers throughout his life ranging from neighborhood families to multi-billion-dollar global enterprises, always offering his utmost care and warm smile. Throughout his professional career, John held leadership and executive sales roles in IBM, Sun Microsystems, Escapia, Vrbo and Expedia Group, where he served as Global Evangelist and Ombudsman, presenting the latest business and technology trends and opportunities for vacation rental partners in Europe and North America.
HONORING THE PAST BY EDUCATING THE FUTURE
American Grit - From a Japanese American Concentration Camp Rises an American War Hero, is the incredible true story about the dark chapter in our history when 122,000 innocent people including 50,000 American children were incarcerated in American concentration camps during World War II solely because of their race, and the thousands of brave young men who volunteered to fight for the United States Army while their families remained imprisoned in the camps by the United States Army. In 2008 the author, John Suzuki, embarked on a poignant journey to Minidoka, one of the ten former U.S. concentration camps that housed over 13,000 inmates. Here, he encountered a remarkable testament of bravery — an Honor Roll listing the names of over 1,000 Japanese American men who volunteered to fight and die for the U.S. Army, the same Army who put them and their families in the camps to begin with. Inspired by this unparalleled act of courage, John set out to tell the story of Shiro Kashino, an American who was incarcerated at Minidoka, volunteered to fight for the U.S. Army to prove his loyalty, and later emerged as one of the most decorated American soldiers of World War II. Despite learning of Kashino's death in 1997, the author remained undeterred and, with the help of Kashino’s beloved widow, Louise, weaved a tale of hardship, sacrifice, and love. While American Grit tells the story of Shiro Kashino, it is also a stark reminder of ruinous hardships endured by over 122,000 victims of American concentration camps while celebrating their gallantry, heroism and grit during and after World War II as they stayed true to their dreams of a better life in America. As the author delves into this profound and transformative journey, he invites readers to reflect on the importance of learning from our history to shape a better future. The book is a tribute to Shiro, Louise, and all the heroes of the era whose stories of courage and resilience inspire us to honor the past by educating the future.