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Finding balance in life is a process and it’s ever changing. Journey with Uncle Dave as we find out how to get through the rollercoaster of life while enjoying our clan of engaging, supportive individuals along the way. Peace and love is in abundance on our journeys, but what if sometimes you just need to bring a bat to the party and take a stand for the things you hold closest in order to find that balance. Deep conversations and deliberate chaos to expand and grow our minds and embrace our highest good...that’s what this podcast is about.
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Friday Apr 16, 2021
Friday Apr 16, 2021
Another "Opening Day" celebration episode celebrating not only the starting of a new sports season but the power of the Goons for Good effort. Talking with the Commissioner of Charities for the Over the Hill Gang Charities.
The charity was created by Jim Reilly as part of the softball league he created 46 years ago. The beauty is not only of playing softball BUT the families the charity has impacted. We discuss some of the magic of the past 5 years of the charity.
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
As baseball season begins I want to have some conversations about our “National Pastime” does more for us by the players and teams who participate in the game.
Imagine being a rookie on the team that is expected to win the World Series and even being in the music video “Let’s Go Met’s Go!” He juggled his way into our hearts as the glasses wearing back-up catcher on the eventual 1986 World Champion New York Mets. That next spring, he was traded (notice the Mets have not won a World Series since – Curse of Ed Hearn ???) to the Kansas City Royals who had an impressive starting pitching staff. All seemed to be Amazing and then the world crashed. Injuries and life threatening health issues allowed Mr. Hearn to gain another perspective.
Ed Hearn shares his message that we all need to “Conquer Life’s Curves” and just Keep on Swinging. We talk about life, dropping some seeds of knowledge that he has gained outside of the diamond and how when we show up magic happens. We might even talk about the heart of a warrior and advice he received from Dan Quizenberry.
Anyone can count the seeds in one apple, but you can’t apples in one seed” – Ed Hearn
https://www.amazon.com/Conquering-Lifes-Curves-Baseball-Battles/dp/1570281300
https://bottomofthe9th.org/about-us/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNlucdWb1aE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N4VIXM1RJk
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
As baseball season begins I want to have some conversations about our “National Pastime” does more for us by the players and teams who participate in the game.
Being part of a team was a lesson today’s guest learned early on from his family and through life experiences. Baseball and sports have been important but knowing that is only a part of what brings us all together. Jake learned the value of people showing up in life and how communities pull together during the most trying times. Learning how to experience the highs and lows of life has created Jake to be a forward thinking and leader in his community. Being an athlete is something Jake has done but participating in the growth of others and charitable endeavors is who he is.
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
This world is sometimes a very small place where you might be able to connect with people whom you would never have connected with before. Today's guest Wanje Ivan is a man who connected with me and became an Angel in my life.
Wanje runs a NGO whose mission is to reduce the number of children dropping out of school in his community and in Uganda. He does this by creating a safe space where he can nurture and develop the talents in performance and creative arts of the local children.
Every child matters and deserves the best opportunities in life. Two-thirds of children in Uganda drop out of school before completing their primary education. 67% of children living in Kampala slums do not attend school. Out of the 91% children that enroll for primary school, 53% complete primary and only 34% complete secondary school education
Wanje and his organization is making a difference in the world
If you can support his organization and check him out on Facebook or at his website:
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect then can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky, we do have a facebook page for Peace, Love and Bring a Bat or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
April is Autism Awareness month and as an effort to move the dial on stigmas around people, places and experiences involving people on the spectrum I want to invite you to meet a few amazing people who are doing their part to change the stigmas and providing safe spaces to teach and learn.
Imagine a world where you can love what you do, impact others and be part of creating a new Zoomiverse for those around you. Well for my next guest, Dave Thompson that is his reality. Dave is currently the Director of Work Force Development at the Nicholas Center which has two locations in New York. In addition to being a super dad, Tedx Speaker, podcast host, and all around great person we will hear the story of what brought him to find the passion in assisting neuro-diverse people to find the best in themselves and in their futures.
https://www.spectrumdesigns.org
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
April is Autism Awareness month and as an effort to move the dial on stigmas around people, places and experiences involving people on the spectrum I want to invite you to meet a few amazing people who are doing their part to change the stigmas and providing safe spaces to teach and learn.
“Finding a Place You Never Have to Say Sorry” is the wish of many parents of special needs children. Dina Kimmel knew that feeling all too well, and as the parent of a son diagnosed with autism she knew that she needed to find a solution. That solution started first in her home with her husband and her remodeling the their home. Eventually it became the “home away from home” which became a respite for “her kiddos”, caregivers who wanted to “Play with a Purpose” and find a safe place where EVERYONE could be included in the fun times – We Rock the Spectrum Gyms was born! We Rock the Spectrum Gyms are now worldwide with over 100 locations in 8 countries for “People of Determination” who just want to have some fun. During this year of the pandemic, Dina and her team of heroes lead the way in their communities to bring a level of stability to lives.
https://www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com/rock/
Dina created a 501(c)(3) organization – My Brother Rocks the Spectrum Foundation to support children and families.
https://www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com/nonprofit/
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
April is Autism Awareness month and as an effort to move the dial on stigmas around people, places and experiences involving people on the spectrum I want to invite you to meet a few amazing people who are doing their part to change the stigmas and providing safe spaces to teach and learn.
Imagine being Sam Mitchell, who is an 18 year old man who is hosting a very successful podcast, where he has interviewed huge stars and influencers, launched a successful merchandise line and is currently conducting an fundraiser. Sam’s podcast which is pushing 5K downloads is called Autism Rocks and Rolls. Sam was diagnosed with Autism at age 4 and with the support of his amazing supportive family, found the resources to build a platform to speak his truths and began sharing how he sees life and its experiences so others can learn from him. Sam is bringing his power and voice to support Autism Awareness through a fundraiser on his website - http://autismrocksandrolls.com/
https://feed.podbean.com/trickles/feed.xml
I would enjoy hearing from you if you would like to connect you can find me, Uncle Dave on most social media as David Chametzky (facebook page Peace, Love and Bring a Bat) or just drop an email: peacelovebringabat@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Today's guest is known as the Powerful Presence™ mentor and “Outfluencer™,” Dr. Wayne Pernell is a highly sought speaker, seen on multiple stages including TEDx Farmingdale, Broadway, and Hollywood. He is an Amazon #1 International Best-Selling Author, blogger, podcast host (One Sharp Sword), and Breakthrough Success Coach.
Dr. P joins us today to discuss a number of things that he has learned in his 30 plus years of stepping into the world of high-performance leadership, working with senior level individuals and global organizations, in addition to earning his PhD he has been featured in the Amazon Prime Television series SpeakUp, and is regularly seen on NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, and The
CW, as well as heard on radio and podcasts around the world. His written works can also be found in publications like Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and the NY Times.
You can find Dr. P at the following:
ALL SOCIAL: https://linktr.ee/WaynePernell
The Powerful Presence Program is accepting registration now. It starts againin May. It’s an online group where you’ll learn to truly own your space,stepping into the world as you deserve to be!
www.PowerfulPresence.com
He also has a retreat coming up with only a few seats left. It’s April 16 th and 17 th in St. Louis - following COVID protocols.
It’s by application and early bird pricing is happening now.
www.StuckAtTheTop.com
When registering for any of the programs tell him "Uncle Dave sent me!".
You can reach me "Uncle Dave at peacelovebringabat@gmail.com.
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
The universe aligns the right people and some of those people stick with you long after that initial meeting. Today's guest Consolee Nishimwe and I met and were fitted at a dinner party almost 6 years ago. We had a short conversation and that conversation stuck with me over the years.
Consolee discussed her survival and resilience from the 1994 Rwanda genocide that murdered close to a million Tutsis in 3 months. Think about that for a moment!
Come join us in hearing some of her journey BUT also of her resilience and how the power of love flows through her today. This episode is one of inspiration for all to gain some seeds of knowledge. She's spoken at the United Nations and was chosen by SAFE magazine as one of the 50 Global Heroes who have worked on Women's rights. While there are genocides in the world we must all make the efforts to share their stories.
Learn more about Consolee:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15874243-tested-to-the-limit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f9htH18RIk
https://www.un.org/africarenewal/web-features/i-was-tested-limit-—-rwanda-genocide-survivor
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Today we enter the Human Arts Lab that has been created by Marisa Zalabak. Marisa is an educational psychologist, author, Tedx speaker and founder of the Open Channel Culture as well as the creator of the Human Arts Lab.
Marisa will talk to us about some of the work she is involved in regarding being and training others about organizational leadership, how using AI will add to our creative thinking, planting seeds of social justice and making her world a better place by finding ways to figure it out one thought at a time.
You can out more about Marisa below:
Charitable Cause: Claim Our Space
A resource created by young Black & Brown activists providing information and inspiration to educate, motivate, and mobilize in the effort of dismantling the systems built to maintain white supremacy.
https://www.claimourspacenow.org/meet-the-board
Educational Fire Drills for Flourishing | Marisa Zalabak | TEDxFarmingdale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdYrjmvUAfw
The Unique Role of Humanity in the Age of AI / Marisa Zalabak / Speakers Who Dare NYC 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPDaq9uQiS8