Sunday Reset w/ Will & Friends

What happens when your dream adventure collides with a global crisis, a toxic breakup, and the fight to reclaim your own voice? Angela Harger Thompson turns a once-in-a-lifetime Pacific sailing trip into an unforgettable story of survival, reinvention, and hard-won freedom.Angela joins Will Craig to unpack the real story behind Quarantine at Sea and her memoir Worst Hits Ever—from setting sail with zero sailing experience to learning that coronavirus had broken out while she was stranded on the ocean, 26 days from land. What starts as an incredible travel story quickly becomes something far more personal: a test of control, trust, creativity, and the courage to keep going when everything you thought was stable starts to unravel.You’ll discover:
How Angela went from acting burnout in Los Angeles to filming a documentary in the middle of the Pacific

What it was like to hear early COVID headlines by satellite email and radio while the world shut down

Why a five-person crew, a dog named Nellie, and a 47-foot boat created a pressure cooker for conflict

How a legal battle over the documentary became a fight over authorship, autonomy, and free expression

Why writing the memoir became a way to heal, reclaim her voice, and tell the story on her own terms

Angela also opens up about the earlier trauma that shaped her resilience, including the assault that changed her life in Los Angeles and the emotional weight of rebuilding after not being believed. Through it all, she shares the mindset shifts that helped her survive impossible circumstances and choose a different future.This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt trapped by a relationship, overwhelmed by uncertainty, or stuck waiting for someone else to hand them their life. Angela’s story is proof that even after betrayal, chaos, and heartbreak, you can still create something powerful from what happened to you.Perfect for listeners who love raw, honest conversations about healing, storytelling, and the courage to start over.Angela Hogger Thompson is an actor, filmmaker, storyteller, and author of Worst Hits Ever. She created the documentary Quarantine at Sea and the Storytell Initiative course, helping others turn lived experience into powerful stories.
Find more at AngelaHargerProductions.com.
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Summary:
Will explores the complex relationship between ambition, satisfaction, and happiness, sharing personal insights on how the pursuit of more can overshadow appreciating what we already have. This episode encourages listeners to reflect on their achievements and redefine what fulfillment means.

Key Topics:
The impact of ambition on happiness
The cycle of setting and reaching goals
The importance of practicing gratitude
Distinguishing between ambition and scarcity mindset
The danger of turning life into a performance
Strategies for appreciating current achievements

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Summary:
Marques Ogden shares his inspiring journey from NFL player to successful entrepreneur and keynote speaker, highlighting resilience, authenticity, and the importance of resetting after setbacks.
Key Topics:
The climb to the NFL and the sacrifices involved
Overcoming adversity and facing setbacks
The importance of authenticity and self-awareness
Building a successful construction business and its pitfalls
The emotional and mental challenges of losing identity
The journey from bankruptcy to motivational speaking
The significance of a strong team and community
The concept of continuous growth and evolution

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Summary:
In this episode, Haydee Acebo shares her extraordinary journey of swimming across Lake Tahoe to honor friends lost during COVID, exploring themes of endurance, purpose, and mental health. Discover how facing fears and asking for help can transform trauma into empowerment.

Key Topics:

- Haydee Acebo's motivation for swimming Lake Tahoe
- The emotional impact of losing friends during COVID
- The significance of choosing 21 social causes
- The mental challenges of open water swimming
- The role of therapy and self-care in resilience
- Cultural background and immigrant experience
- The importance of asking for help and vulnerability
- The upcoming documentary and book projects

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Summary:
In this episode, Daniel Nicholson shares his journey from restaurant management to creating innovative whiskey barrels with integrated tech, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, relationship building, and blending tradition with innovation.

Key Topics:
Daniel Nicholson's journey from restaurant management to whiskey craft
The origin story of C Bus Barrels and the Cervita machine
The importance of authenticity and relationship building in business
Balancing perfection with authenticity in craft products
The impact of social media and unpolished content
The fusion of old-world whiskey techniques with new technology
The role of relationship building over transactional networking
The influence of technology on critical thinking and authenticity
The importance of embracing failure and doing it anyway
The future of blending tradition with innovation in spirits

Keywords:
whiskey barrels, innovation, relationship building, authenticity, tech in craft, Middle West Spirits, C Bus Barrels, entrepreneurship, social media impact

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