December 13th to 16th - The James Cooley Show

With Sonya Morton Firth, Kami Qualls, Art Buckley and Stan Ross

Weekday evenings at 7pm - The James Cooley Show presents It's Your Life!

This LIVE show is broadcast on The Answer San Diego FM 96.1 AM 1170 North County, San Diego, and multiple other national platforms including Amazon Alexa, iHeart Radio, Tune-In and Radio.com; and also made available as a podcast.

Listeners also have the opportunity to call LIVE into the show KCBQ Hotline number Call-In 1-888-344-1170

This week's Co-Host

Michelle Cooley - has been part of the JC Cooley Foundation since its inception in 2014.
Her continued focus is on giving back to the community and finding ways to inspire and help those in need

#212 Monday, Dec 13th : Sonya Morton Firth - The Queen of Transformation

Introducing host, entrepreneur, speaker, transformational/executive coach, property investor, and personal trainer Sonya Morton Firth
The YouTube Channel and podcast The Sonya Morton Firth Show
How Sonya consistently reinvents herself
Sonya's Fitness Journey

Sonya's winning mindset and purpose in life Sonya is the founder and host of her YouTube channel and podcast: The Sonya Morton Firth Show. Her guests are truly inspiring, influential and courageous people – from veterans, MMA fighters and disruptor entrepreneurs, to leaders in personal growth. They have all overcome adversities and contribute to serve humanity in one way or another. Her mission is to shine a light on these people, by giving them a platform to tell their amazing stories, and in turn to promote a positive mental mindset amongst viewers.

More information here: https://www.sonyamortonfirth.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/thesonyamortonfirthshow

#213 Tuesday, Dec 14th: A Day in the Life of an Educator and Teacher with Kami Qualls.

Introducing educator and teacher Kami Qualls
Kami's experience in special education
The challenges and rewards being an educator/teacher.

Kami Qualls grew up here in San Diego. She is a single mom of two awesome kids. Her 14-year-old son, Noah, has a rare chromosome disorder that has led her on an adventure in special needs parenting. And her 10-year-old daughter, Annabelle, adds much needed imagination and sass to their family. Kami is also a teacher with credentials in both general education and special education. She currently teaches 7th grade math and science at a small urban charter school in National City.

#214 Wednesday, Dec 15th The True Meaning of Christmas

The James Cooley Show…IT’S YOUR LIFE Team’s thoughts on the true meaning of Christmas
Christmas family traditions past and present
People in need during the holiday season
Gift giving

James Cooley:

James Cooley, a motivational speaker, and a retired Navy Officer was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He is the Host of The James Cooley Show…IT’S YOUR LIFE. He is the author of “Country Boy, City Boy, A Journey, That Ain’t Over Yet” (2020) & Audiobook narrated by James Cooley (2021), "The Book of Knowledge: Your Pathway to Enlightenment" (2015), "My Path" (2014).

James is the President and CEO of JC Cooley Innovation Solutions, LLC, and The JC Cooley Foundation Options & Opportunities / The Choice Program. James was presented with the 1992 Senior Enlisted Admirals Gallery and Renken Award of Merit for the development of a Breakfast Tutoring Program for academically at-risk students.

He also qualified and re-qualified over 1,000 military and civilian personnel in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation as well as hosting 47 television shows titled “Cooley’s Fitness Tips”. James was selected as one of the first George H. Bush’s One-Thousand Points of Light recipients for outstanding community service. He resides in Temecula, California and Fort Worth, Texas with his wife of almost 14 years Michelle.

More information here: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/

Michelle Cooley:

Michelle is a native of New York City, NY and currently resides in Fort Worth, Texas and Temecula, California. She has been married to James (JC) Cooley for almost 14 years. She spends most of her spare time with her family, friends, and her wonderful dog Bella. Michelle was a Sunday School teacher for children ages 6-10 for the Youth and Teen Ministry during her residence in Atlanta, GA. Her hobbies include walking, running and basically working out at the gym. Michelle has a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing Management, and a Masters Degree in Marketing from Concordia University Nebraska. She has been part of the JC Cooley Foundationsince its inception in 2014. Her continued focus is on giving back to the community and finding ways to inspire and help those in need.

Noah Dingley:

Noah Dingley is host of "Across The County" Radio. He interviews guests that impact the San Diego community as a whole; sometimes these issues are local non-profits doing good works throughout the county. Other times these topics are national issues that also directly impact the city of San Diego. Noah is a single father and has a heart and passion for lifting-up kids. He loves to talk about anything that can benefit the life of a child. Book authors fascinate him, and much can be learned from hearing their tales. He often likes to use the phrase, "It's about what matters locally to you." Also, sail aboard "Noah's Ark" on KPRZ M-F; 9pm - midnight as Noah brings you through various national ministry programs. Noah enjoys world history, loves the film industry, and is a podcast aficionado.

More information here: https://kprz.com/personality/2275

#215 Today, Thursday, Dec 16th - Grace Times Non-Profit Ministry, serving the needs of children in Kenya.

Introducing Art Buckley who runs a non-profit ministry.
The non-profit ministry, Grace Times.
The challenges and rewards of missionary work in Kenya
The projects the organization is planning for March 2022

Art Buckley is a retired banker. He worked for Wells Fargo Bank for 35 years and retired in 2015. Art now runs a non-profit ministry that does missionary work in Kenya, East Africa with children. Art has a BA degree in social science from Loyola Marymount University and a Masters of Science Degree in gerontology from the University of Southern California.

#216 Friday, Dec 17th: Positive Influence Team (PIT) - Leading to make a difference.

Getting to know the background of the Executive Director of the Positive Influence Team (PIT) Stan Ross
The background and mission of PIT
Learn about the Process of Transformation and The Power of Your Circle of Influence
The Group Coaching & Mentoring Program
The Criminal Justice System (Federal Prison & State Juvenile System)

Stan is the Executive Director of the Positive Influence Team (PIT), helping to build relationships with youth and adults by shifting them towards a constructive and fulfilling lifestyle through positive transformation, personal development, education, awareness, and engagement. Stan provides group mentoring and coaching to those transitioning from confinement back into the community. He focuses on client’s strengths and help them find their inner power to succeed and move forward. Stan also provides relationship training to offender/Probation Officers to bridge the communication gap.

More information here: https://positiveinfluenceteam.org/