Taking it for Granted

Host Grant Smith takes a look back at keys to happiness and joy from former guests.

Rob Drabkin is a Musician from Denver, CO, spreading positivity through his songs. He was born and raised in Colorado, but decided to go to college in Texas to become a doctor. After graduating, Rob made the decision to pursue music full time, and moved back to his home state to get his start. After many open mics and lessons, Rob got one of his first big breaks playing the Fox Theater in Boulder, and has been a touring musician ever since. Having opened for the likes of Michael Franti, Trevor Hall, and Mat Kearney, he has built a devoted fan base in Colorado and throughout the country. After his song "It's a Beautiful Day" was featured in a belVita commercial, his international presence has grown as well. Rob's latest album "Spring in December" continues his mission of finding joy in the little moments, and putting a positive spin on tough situations. He also has a new project in the works that he will be announcing this summer. To learn more about Rob, give him a follow on Instagram @robdrabkin, find his music wherever you listen, or check out his website https://www.robdrabkin.com/.

Scott DeHuff is the Host of the "DeHuff Uncensored" podcast, which was voted the number one comedy podcast in Colorado. Scott covers funny and crazy news from around the world, and talks sports from time to time with some Denver legends. Scott spent nearly twenty years behind the scenes in radio, and now has his own platform that he is making the most of. After working with Mark Schlereth, Alfred Williams, Joel Klatt, Mike Evans, and many more, he has found his calling with his podcast. To learn more about Scott, subscribe to "DeHuff Uncensored" wherever you listen to podcasts, and give him a follow across all social media platforms @dehuffuncensored.

Dave Logan is the Voice of the Broncos for KOA, an 11-time state champion as a high school football coach, a former NFL wide receiver with the Browns and Broncos, , Host of KOA Sports, and Founder of Team Dave Logan. Growing up in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Dave excelled a baseball, basketball, and football, getting drafted in the MLB out of high school, but instead he chose to go play basketball and football for his hometown Buffs at the University of Colorado. After his playing days at CU, Dave was drafted in the NFL and NBA, becoming one of only four people ever to be drafted in all three sports. Dave chose to take his talents to the NFL, playing wide receiver for the Browns during their "Kardiac Kids" era, becoming a fan favorite for his toughness. After his playing days, Dave got his start in radio, and in 1997 became the "Voice of the Broncos" for KOA in addition to coaching HS football, where he has won 11 state championships including three in a row at Cherry Creek High School from 2020-2022. To learn more about Dave, check out the "Dave Logan Podcast" wherever you listen to podcasts.

Joanna Raimo and Patrick Catezone are the Hosts of the Indie Postcard podcast. Both of them grew up with music playing a big part in their lives, and after meeting at the University of Illinois, they knew they were meant to be friends. After graduating, they started the podcast to “deliver” audiences the best emerging indie and alternative music acts. First published in 2023, Indie Postcard began as a way for two former college radio hosts to continue introducing music to new audiences. Indie Postcard delivers you new episodes every week. Listen to it exclusively on Spotify every Wednesday at Indie Postcard. Coming soon to Apple Music and other platforms. Visit their Instagram page, TikTok, and YouTube channel @indiepostcardpodcast to stay up to date on all things indie music.

Host Grant Smith shares some revelations from the mountain, and discusses the importance of trying to be in the present moment.

Kathy Lee brings a smile to everyone's face she meets. After moving to the United States with her parents as a child from South Korea, she attended Colorado University before interning at MTV, the Rockies, and ultimately on 103.5 The Fox, where she still works today. She has been the producer and Co-Host for Rick Lewis the past 27 years! Through her life experiences, which there have been plenty of, Kathy Lee believes she has been molded into who she is today as a result of the good and bad that life has thrown at her. She gives back as much as she can, family means everything to her, and she is a person you hope to meet in your life. To learn more about Kathy Lee, give her a follow on Instagram @kathyleewhite, or tune into the "Rick Lewis Show" weekday mornings from 6-10am MT.

Cortney McDermott is a best selling Author, TEDx Speaker, and Mind-Body Expert. She has written two books, "Change Starts Within You" and "Give Yourself Permission", and has spoken to companies like Nike, Google, Universal, and Virgin Group. Cortney combines ancient wisdom and scientific research to help inspire, educate, and activate people's potential. Through her world travels and studies, she is always trying to ask herself the right questions and trust everything. To learn more about Cortney and her work, give her a follow on Instagram @cortneymcdermott or check out her website https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/.

Carina Marshall is a Certified Master Life Coach, Meditation Teacher, and Author of "Discover & Use Your Greatest Superpower: Metaphysics, Spirituality, and Bubble Gum". In her book, Carina offers you sixteen Metaphysical tools to amplify your powers of intention, intuition, visualization, focus, allowing, and understanding the subtle world of energy. Through her world travels and life lessons learned, she believes she can help you live a happier and joyful life, unlocking your full potential. To learn more about Carina and her work, check out her website https://unlimitedself.us/.

Host Grant Smith talks about some life lessons that have been learned or reinforced recently.

Connor Shreve is a Journalist for the Local News Network in Durango, Colorado. After working all over the country in media, including in Minor League Baseball and at KOA Newsradio, Connor is enjoying his time at LNN, reporting on feel-good stories as opposed to the hard-hitting news that he worked on in some of his previous career stops. He also just started a podcast called "Beyond the Headlines" that you can check out wherever you listen to podcasts. To learn more about Connor and his work, give him a follow on instagram @connorshreve.

Eric Hutchinson has been a Musician for the majority of his adult life. It's always been his passion, but he turned that passion into a prestigious career. After using music as an outlet for most of his childhood, Eric decided to give it a go at making it, and released his debut album "Sounds Like This". He is wrapping up the 15th anniversary tour of that album, and it was a great time to get nostalgic and reminisce about where his music and life have taken him. He is now a proud father and husband, and always tries to spread positivity through his music. To learn more about Eric and his work, check out his website https://www.erichutchinson.com/ or give him a follow on Instagram @erichutchinson.

Kristal Alfonso, The Wine Yogi, returns to the podcast to discuss her journey through the Hard 75 program, what her frequent beach trips do for her mental state, and transitioning into a new chapter of motherhood. To learn more about Kristal, listen to her previous appearance on the TIFG podcast, give her a follow on Instagram @iamthewineyogi, or check out her website https://iamthewineyogi.com/.

Byron Cobb is a giver and a learner. He's also a Botanist, Photographer, and Philanthropist, but Byron is at his core, always trying to learn how and why things work the way they do, and give as much as himself as possible to his loved ones in his life. From an early age, Byron has been an avid reader and lover of the outdoors; values that were instilled in him by his parents at an early age. He also places tremendous importance on having the right people around you in life, and giving everything to those relationships. While Byron has had many different chapters of his life, he always makes sure that the present is the most important. To learn more about Byron, give him a follow on Instagram @lordbyronphoto.

Host Grant Smith's brother AJ Smith joins the TIFG podcast for the fourth time to kick off another year. AJ shares an exciting life update, and talks about how doing the right thing never goes out of style. To learn more about AJ, check out the previous three episodes!

Host Grant Smith takes a look back at some lessons learned throughout the three years of the Taking it for Granted Podcast.

Daniela Bumann is a Swiss native based in California, a Corporate Consultant, International Teacher, Transformational Speaker, Life Coach, and Evolutionary Consciousness Guide. Her insights and teachings open new pathways for change, helping individuals tap into their spiritual potential and fostering greater unity on Earth. Whether trying to advance your career, enrich your relationships, or boost business morale and productivity, Daniela empowers you with mindfulness and performance habits, allowing you to break free from challenges and truly embrace a life that's liberated, boldly real, and authentically yours. To learn more about Daniela, her work, and her two books "High Performance Without Pain" and "Gliding You Home", check out her website https://www.vibrantlivingnow.org/.

Ryan Edwards is the Host of KOA Sports on iHeartRadio 3 - 6 pm MT. After wearing many hats in life, from Bank Teller to Frontman of a rock band, Ryan has found his calling in sports talk radio. An avid fan for many years, Ryan does a tremendous job of bringing in the fan's perspective to a show with two former NFL players. He got his start in radio as a Producer for many different shows, and credits his success to being up for anything throughout his long and winding road of a radio career. To learn more about Ryan, listen to KOA Sports weekdays and give him a follow on Twitter (X) and Instagram @redwardsradio.

Rick Lewis is the Host of the "Rick Lewis Morning Show" on 103.5 The Fox, Founder of the amazing band the "Rick Lewis Project", and Color Analyst of the Denver Broncos Radio Network. To learn more about Rick, check out his first apperance on the TIFG podcast, and give him a follow on all social media platforms @1RickLewis.

A compilation episode of the voices of iHeartRadio Denver on what they are thankful and grateful for this year.