In this episode of The Journal, I sit down with Eric Mishne for Part 2 of our conversation! We dive into his experiences traveling through Europe, discussing culture shocks like the prevalence of smoking and the differences in public transportation. 🚆🚋

We also talk about Eric's love for coffee and how his first trip to Europe changed the way he drinks it. ☕ From gas station coffee to rich espresso in Italy, his coffee journey is one for the books! Plus, would he ever open a coffee shop or food truck? His answer might surprise you!

And finally, we explore the balance between coaching speech and debate vs. teaching fundamentals, the challenges of shifting between experienced and beginner speakers, and what keeps him passionate about it all.

💬 Topics Covered:
⏳ 5:21 – Culture shock: Smoking in Europe 🚬
⏳ 6:22 – Coffee culture in Italy & beyond ☕
⏳ 10:14 – How cheap is European public transportation? 🚆
⏳ 11:29 – Would Eric ever start a coffee shop? 🤔
⏳ 15:14 – The challenge of coaching vs. teaching 🎤
⏳ 17:01 – Avoiding burnout & staying passionate

🎧 Tune in for an insightful, fun, and inspiring episode!

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EPISODE 3: The Story of Kary Oberbrunner – Bestselling Author & CEO 🎙️What does it take to be a bestselling author, CEO, and leader while staying true to your faith and family? In this episode of The Journal, I sit down with Kary Oberbrunner, a Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author of 14 books, CEO of Igniting Souls® & Instant IP™, and a visionary entrepreneur changing the game. In this episode, we talk about:✅ How Kary balances faith, family, and running multiple businesses✅ The secret to powerful storytelling & why it’s the key to success✅ His journey from struggling to thriving as an author & entrepreneur✅ What most people get wrong about success and purposeThis is one of the most inspiring conversations yet—full of wisdom, laughs, and real talk about what it means to build a life that matters.🎬 Watch now & don’t forget to check out exclusive clips on Instagram/TikTok @TheJournal!👊 Drop a comment & let me know your biggest takeaway!

☕ When one cup of coffee turns into thousands of dollars! Tune in as Professor Eric Mishne talks about the unexpected costs of his caffeine habit and shares his journey of juggling multiple roles at Cedarville University—from professor and public speaking coach to a lifelong performer. Join Izak Smith on The Journal for insights, stories, and a closer look at Professor Mishne’s passion for teaching and the arts. Watch now for more! 🎥 Check out the Instagram for short form content. :)

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Join us as we sit down with Jarrett Doherty, the driving force behind the band Jady. In this episode, we explore how Jarrett crafts Jady's signature sound, blending a wide range of musical styles. We talk about his personal journey in music—from humble beginnings to where he is now—while touching on both deep insights and lighter, more fun topics. If you're a fan of dynamic, genre-defying music like Twenty One Pilots, this episode will give you an inside look into the heart and soul behind Jady's music.