Welcome to The Fora
Each story is a chance to discover a hidden connection. The Fora provides an opportunity for real people to share their stories. The more you listen, the more connected we become. If you’re curious and care about people, then this podcast is for you.

Every Day Friends, Far Flung Friends
Episode 4: In this episode of The Fora Podcast, Kenan interviews Cheryl about the women who shaped her. Through stories of her grandmothers, she reflects on grit, bounty, and joy—and what it means to carry that forward in work, play, and parenting.

Lean on the Door
Episode 3: What does it mean to be ready when the door opens? In this episode, Drew Foster shares how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu became a path to growth, confidence, and service. He talks about learning through play—not perfection—coaching with intention, and what it really takes to “lean on the door” until it opens.

Just One Swing
Episode 2: In this episode of The Fora Podcast, Kenan interviews Cheryl about the women who shaped her. Through stories of her grandmothers, she reflects on grit, bounty, and joy—and what it means to carry that forward in work, play, and parenting.

Don’t Let Fear and Common Sense Hold You Back
Episode 1: In this candid conversation, Emmett Makarushka shares how a college course in New Zealand helped him find clarity, connection, and purpose after a dark and disconnected period. From anger and isolation to building fires that fed others, his story explores how service, nature, and change can reignite the self.
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