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Ep. 358 - Building Character with Raymond Foster

July 16, 2026

What if character isn't something you're born with—but something you build every day?In this episode of The On Purpose Podcast, Jerrod sits down with Raymond Foster—retired LAPD lieutenant, author, educator, and leadership expert—to explore the lifelong process of developing character, leading with integrity, and becoming the kind of person others can trust. Raymond shares lessons learned from decades in law enforcement, public service, and leadership, revealing why true leadership begins lon...

Ep. 357 - Pietro Deserti: From Bullied to Unbreakable

July 09, 2026

In this episode of The On Purpose Podcast, Jerrod Hardy sits down with Pietro Deserte to discuss a journey that began with bullying, self-doubt, and feeling like an outsider—and led to confidence, resilience, and purpose through the game of American football.Growing up in rural Brazil, Pietro often felt different from those around him. Bullied for his appearance, interests, and personality, he struggled to find where he belonged. Everything changed when he discovered sports. While his first e...

Ep. 356 – Lucky Is a Lie; The Work Behind Success

July 02, 2026

Are they really lucky... or are you just seeing the highlight reel?Tag someone who needs this reminder,It's easy to look at someone's success and say, "They got lucky."What's harder is seeing the early mornings.The sacrifices.The setbacks.The years of showing up when nobody was watching.When we label someone's success as luck, we often ignore the work that made it possible.And sometimes, if we're honest, calling it luck protects us from asking a tougher question:What would happen if I committ...