Catching Up With Corey (Podcast)

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This project aims to capture the wisdom and experiences of successful, everyday individuals. The definition of “success” will be defined throughout the project. In my experience, if you ask one thousand people what success looks like, you will get one thousand different answers. Yet, the social definition of success portrays the need to be known by the masses (fame) and make large sums of money (riches), and that everyone has to strive for a more flashy and extravagant lifestyle. This is the inspiration that is put forth for us to aim for. Often, it doesn’t always match an individual’s views of success. So, I want to show the many versions of success and that it is okay if your definition of success does not match society’s. So, join me as I talk to those who have defined success for themselves and strive daily to reach it.

  • The Wilderness and the Wind: Why Your Journey is the Success You’ve Been Seeking
    “Success is you becoming the person you were meant to be, in order to succeed.”
  • EP 08: Catching up With Roy Moye III
    In this inspiring episode of Catching Up with Corey, Roy Moy III shares his remarkable journey from Wichita’s aerospace scene to becoming a celebrated musician and entrepreneur. Through his work with Stem Music LLC, Roy creatively teaches STEM through music, touching lives and igniting the next generation’s passion for learning. Discover his story of purpose, faith, and the transformative power of collaboration.
  • The Whole Truth: Passion, Calling, and the God Who Uses Every Part of You
    It is almost time to release my episode with Roy Moy III. Before its release, I thought I wanted to talk about the distinction between passion and calling. Passion is self-centered and fleeting, while a calling integrates one’s gifts for the benefit of others. Embracing one’s entire self leads to fulfilling one’s divine purpose.
  • Better Together: Collaboration is the Ultimate Success Multiplier
    The upcoming episode of “Catching Up with Corey” features Roy Moy III, a local celebrity from Wichita and a master of collaboration. With a background in aerospace engineering and music, he inspires youth by fusing education and creativity. His journey emphasizes collective success, illustrating that achieving dreams is a communal effort.
  • EP07 Catching up with Olivia
    …”just pick one thing. It can feel very overwhelming to say, ‘I want to get involved in politics,’ or fix every injustice in the world. You can’t fix everything in your life that isn’t right at this moment. But you can fix one thing. You can pick one thing, accomplish that, and focus on that. And when that’s done, you find the next right thing. Don’t pick one big goal… just do one little thing each day towards your goal and build on that.”
  • Ep06: Catching up With Vincent
    In This Episode: A Conversation with Vincent Callahan In this episode, I catch up with my good friend and fellow Air Force veteran Vincent Callahan (aka V Cali), whom I served with at Dover Air Force Base. We haven’t spoken in nearly ten years, but his journey from the military to the IT field andContinue reading “Ep06: Catching up With Vincent”
  • EP05: Catching up with Mister Motivation (Shaun Murphy)
    In a powerful reunion, Shaun Murphy, known as Mister Motivation, shares insights from his book, *Unbreakable Valor*, highlighting personal growth and overcoming setbacks. He emphasizes the importance of defining fears, pursuing mastery over money, and taking massive action to achieve success. Shaun’s journey illustrates resilience and the value of giving.
  • EP 04: Catching up with Nick
    I sat down with my long-time friend, Nick Hewitt, following a memorable “guys trip” that inspired this episode. I wanted to catch up with him and share his insights with all of you. Nick shared his professional journey with me, which involved a significant shift after he was laid off from his corporate logistics roleContinue reading “EP 04: Catching up with Nick”
  • EP03: Catching up with Kelsey
    In this episode, Corey catches up with local entrepreneur and mentor Kelsey Messinger, owner of the Delano-based retail shop, Bungalow 26. Kelsey shares her journey of turning a passion for aromatherapy and home decor into a thriving wholesale and retail business, revealing her personal, non-glamorous definitions of success, the discipline required to sustain a creativeContinue reading “EP03: Catching up with Kelsey”
  • Episode 2: Catching Up With Corey and Janine
    In this second episode of Catching up with Corey, I speak with Janine Stokes. Tune in to hear all about how she defines success and how she finds balance while seeking it.
  • What Does Success Really Look Like? An Eye-Opening Conversation with The Ja Renee on Catching Up with Corey
    Written By Corey L. Stokes In the next episode of “Catching Up with Corey,” I will continue to explore a topic that affects us all: success. And who better to explore it with than someone truly living their multifaceted dreams? I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my sisters, Janine Stokes, knownContinue reading “What Does Success Really Look Like? An Eye-Opening Conversation with The Ja Renee on Catching Up with Corey”
  • Episode 1: Catching Up With Corey and Nalah
    In the first episode of “Catching Up With Corey,” We explore the concept of success. I share my personal definition, citing retirement from the military in 2021 as a significant achievement. We also discusses how success is subjective, influenced by our individual goals and perceptions. We highlights Nalah’s academic and professional success, despite them feeling unsuccessful, and my own blogging journey, where I felt successful despite low readership. Finally we emphasizes that success is about the journey and the steps taken towards one’s goals, not just the end result.
  • What Does Success Really Look Like?
    Corey L. Stokes explores the multifaceted concept of success in his new podcast, “Catching Up with Corey.” He emphasizes the importance of personal definitions, discussing not only achievements but the feelings tied to them. The podcast encourages listeners to reflect on their own perceptions of success beyond societal standards, redefining it on personal terms.