#086 Gerald Horne: History, Education & Global Perspective

#090 Dr. Matt Lawless: Knee Health & Pain-Free Movement for Life

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379981/fan_mail/new] If knee pain is limiting your life, this episode could change how you move forever. On IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, Dayton knee surgeon Dr. Matt Lawless discusses his book: Your Best Knee: A Surgeon’s Guide to Pain-Free Movement for Life  This episode explores:  • knee pain prevention and recovery  • mobility and active aging  • movement for long-term health  • orthopedic insights and rehabilitation  • staying active and pain-free for life Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor 🌐 Visit → https://www.thebalanceprofessor.com [https://www.thebalanceprofessor.com] 📺 Subscribe → https://www.youtube.com/@ImagineFittingInPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@ImagineFittingInPodcast] Dr. Matt Lawless is a respected knee surgeon and orthopedic specialist based in Dayton, Ohio, dedicated to helping individuals restore mobility, reduce pain, and continue moving confidently throughout life. As the author of Your Best Knee: A Surgeon’s Guide to Pain-Free Movement for Life, Dr. Lawless combines medical expertise with practical strategies designed to help patients better understand knee health, injury prevention, recovery, and long-term movement optimization. Through years of surgical and clinical experience, Dr. Lawless has worked with athletes, active adults, and individuals seeking to regain quality of life through smarter movement and informed care. His philosophy emphasizes not only treatment, but also education, prevention, and empowering people to stay active as they age. On the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, Dr. Lawless shares expert insights into knee health, mobility, active aging, rehabilitation, and how movement plays a critical role in overall wellness and longevity. https://kneerehabpros.com [https://kneerehabpros.com/]  matthewwlawless@gmail.com Greg A Jankowski, CPT NASM thebalanceprofessor@gmail.com GUESTS WANTED! FB: https://www.facebook.com/greg.imgn.jankowski/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/balanceprofessor/ website: www.thebalanceprofessor.com IM AG iN E FITTING IN™ Podcast Creator/Host Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-fitting-in/id1758995032 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aXLHvRK8mE2kSroXaUyHZ?si=XNtZ0ksdRm22hVn2Jn88qQ&preview=coverart Video YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IMAGiNEFiTTiNGIN 🎙️ IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast – Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski, The Balance Professor Greg Alan Jankowski is the creator and host of IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, a podcast born from personal loss and a powerful mission: to inspire mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Fueled by the memory of his late nephew Eion Roger Jankowski, Greg shares stories of transformation, resilience, and belonging—offering a space where guests of all ages explore what it truly means to “fit in” while staying authentic to their own vision. Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athletes...

#089 Dr. Kim Nugent: Leadership, Prison Reform & Second Chances

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379981/fan_mail/new] 🔓 CTA: Know someone working in corrections or education? Share this episode with them. Dr. Kim Nugent joins IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ to discuss prison reform, leadership, and how mentorship and education create real opportunities for rehabilitation and second chances. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor Dr. Kim Nugent is a nationally recognized leadership and mentorship expert, author, and advocate for prison reform, bringing over 25 years of experience in higher education and corporate leadership to her work transforming lives within correctional systems. Dr. Nugent is the author of a powerful trilogy: * From Prison to Possibilities: Paving Your Path * Advancing Careers in Corrections: Promotion Protocol * From Corrections to Careers: Today’s Foodservice Workforce These works provide practical frameworks for rehabilitation, workforce readiness, and institutional transformation, rooted in faith, education, and mentorship. Her mission is to ignite hope and create second chances by addressing systemic barriers to reintegration. Through her work, Dr. Nugent empowers incarcerated individuals, correctional educators, and community leaders to rethink what is possible—both behind prison walls and beyond them. On the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, she shares insights on mentorship, leadership, rehabilitation, and the power of human connection to change lives—especially for individuals seeking a new path forward. drnugentspeaks.com Nugent1234@gmail.com Greg A Jankowski, CPT NASM thebalanceprofessor@gmail.com GUESTS WANTED! FB: https://www.facebook.com/greg.imgn.jankowski/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/balanceprofessor/ website: www.thebalanceprofessor.com IM AG iN E FITTING IN™ Podcast Creator/Host Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-fitting-in/id1758995032 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aXLHvRK8mE2kSroXaUyHZ?si=XNtZ0ksdRm22hVn2Jn88qQ&preview=coverart Video YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IMAGiNEFiTTiNGIN 🎙️ IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast – Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski, The Balance Professor Greg Alan Jankowski is the creator and host of IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, a podcast born from personal loss and a powerful mission: to inspire mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Fueled by the memory of his late nephew Eion Roger Jankowski, Greg shares stories of transformation, resilience, and belonging—offering a space where guests of all ages explore what it truly means to “fit in” while staying authentic to their own vision. Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athletes...

#088 Terry “TJ” Johnson: Comedy, Creativity & Reinvention

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379981/fan_mail/new] 🎤 CTA: Know a creative thinker or comedian? Share this episode with them. Terry “TJ” Johnson joins IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ to discuss his journey through comedy, writing, and game invention. This episode highlights creativity, entrepreneurship, and staying true to your voice. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor Terry “TJ” Johnson, widely known as “The Real TJ,” is a comedian, writer, and game inventor whose creative journey spans Dayton, Ohio, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and international stages. TJ has built a multifaceted career using humor, storytelling, and innovation—blending stand-up comedy, writing, and game design to engage audiences in unique and memorable ways. His work reflects both entertainment and insight, using laughter as a bridge to deeper human connection. After years of working across major cities and diverse creative environments, TJ returned to Dayton, Ohio, bringing with him a global perspective and renewed focus on community impact. His story represents the power of reinvention, creative persistence, and staying true to your voice while navigating different industries. On the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, TJ shares his journey through comedy, entrepreneurship, and storytelling—offering inspiration to creators, young people, and anyone seeking to turn passion into purpose. Website: https://twssguy.com/ info@twssguy.com email: terryjj8@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/terryjohnson6833/ Greg A Jankowski, CPT NASM thebalanceprofessor@gmail.com GUESTS WANTED! FB: https://www.facebook.com/greg.imgn.jankowski/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/balanceprofessor/ website: www.thebalanceprofessor.com IM AG iN E FITTING IN™ Podcast Creator/Host Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-fitting-in/id1758995032 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aXLHvRK8mE2kSroXaUyHZ?si=XNtZ0ksdRm22hVn2Jn88qQ&preview=coverart Video YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IMAGiNEFiTTiNGIN 🎙️ IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast – Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski, The Balance Professor Greg Alan Jankowski is the creator and host of IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, a podcast born from personal loss and a powerful mission: to inspire mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Fueled by the memory of his late nephew Eion Roger Jankowski, Greg shares stories of transformation, resilience, and belonging—offering a space where guests of all ages explore what it truly means to “fit in” while staying authentic to their own vision. Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athletes...

#087 Greg Lawrence: Integration Coaching, Healing & Personal Growth

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379981/fan_mail/new] Greg Lawrence, psychedelic integration coach, mental health support, personal growth coaching, transformational coaching, trauma integration, breathwork meditation CTA: Share this episode with anyone exploring healing, self-awareness, or personal transformation. Greg Lawrence discusses integration coaching, mental health support, and responsible approaches to processing profound life experiences. This conversation offers insight into how individuals can build lasting change through awareness, grounding, and integration. Greg Lawrence is a Psychedelic Integration and Transformational Coach, energy worker, and educator based in Southern California. He works at the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and personal transformation—helping individuals integrate meaningful experiences into lasting, grounded change. Greg serves as an integration coach with The Transpersonal Center, and collaborates with leading organizations in the psychedelic support space, including Psychedelic Experience Integration (PsychedeLiA) and Innerspace Integration. Through these roles, he facilitates one-on-one integration coaching and bi-weekly Community Integration Circles, supporting individuals navigating profound emotional, psychological, and spiritual experiences. As an educator, Greg has contributed as core and guest faculty in multiple certification programs, including The Plant Spirit School, F.I.V.E. (5-MeO-DMT Information and Vital Education), and The Psyched Soul Integration Coach Certification Program—helping train the next generation of integration coaches. His approach draws from psychology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), meditation, breathwork, energy work, and lived experience, offering a grounded, responsible framework for personal growth. Greg is a Certified Transformational Recovery and Integration Coach, a Master Instructor in Integrated Energy Therapy (IET), and a Certified NLP Practitioner. greg@psychedelicintegrationspecialist.com [greg@psychedelicintegrationspecialist.com] https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicintegrationspecialist/ https://www.instagram.com/psychedelic_integration https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregstep1/  https://www.youtube.com/psychedelicintegrationspecialist Greg A Jankowski, CPT NASM thebalanceprofessor@gmail.com GUESTS WANTED! FB: https://www.facebook.com/greg.imgn.jankowski/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/balanceprofessor/ website: www.thebalanceprofessor.com IM AG iN E FITTING IN™ Podcast Creator/Host Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-fitting-in/id1758995032 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aXLHvRK8mE2kSroXaUyHZ?si=XNtZ0ksdRm22hVn2Jn88qQ&preview=coverart Video YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IMAGiNEFiTTiNGIN 🎙️ IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast – Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski, The Balance Professor Greg Alan Jankowski is the creator and host of IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, a podcast born from personal loss and a powerful mission: to inspire mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Fueled by the memory of his late nephew Eion Roger Jankowski, Greg shares stories of transformation, resilience, and belonging—offering a space where guests of all ages explore what it truly means to “fit in” while staying authentic to their own vision. Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athletes...

#086 Gerald Horne: History, Education & Global Perspective

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379981/fan_mail/new] Know a student or educator? Share this episode with them. Gerald Horne joins IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ to discuss African American history, global systems, and the importance of education in shaping informed perspectives. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor Gerald Horne is the Moores Professor of History & African American Studies at the University of Houston, and one of the most prolific historians and scholars in the United States. Known for his extensive body of work, Professor Horne has authored dozens of books exploring African American history, global history, labor movements, colonialism, and the African diaspora. His scholarship bridges historical analysis with present-day understanding—examining how economic systems, race, power, and resistance movements have shaped societies across centuries. Professor Horne’s work challenges conventional narratives and offers deeper context into issues that continue to influence education, politics, and culture today. On the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, Professor Horne brings an academic yet accessible voice to conversations about history, identity, and mentorship. His insights help 14–22 year olds, educators, and lifelong learners understand the importance of historical awareness in shaping critical thinking, leadership, and informed citizenship. Greg A Jankowski, CPT NASM thebalanceprofessor@gmail.com GUESTS WANTED! FB: https://www.facebook.com/greg.imgn.jankowski/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/balanceprofessor/ website: www.thebalanceprofessor.com IM AG iN E FITTING IN™ Podcast Creator/Host Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-fitting-in/id1758995032 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aXLHvRK8mE2kSroXaUyHZ?si=XNtZ0ksdRm22hVn2Jn88qQ&preview=coverart Video YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IMAGiNEFiTTiNGIN 🎙️ IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast – Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski, The Balance Professor Greg Alan Jankowski is the creator and host of IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™, a podcast born from personal loss and a powerful mission: to inspire mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the life-changing impact of mentorship. Fueled by the memory of his late nephew Eion Roger Jankowski, Greg shares stories of transformation, resilience, and belonging—offering a space where guests of all ages explore what it truly means to “fit in” while staying authentic to their own vision. Welcome to the IMAGiNE FiTTiNG IN™ Podcast, where mentorship, creativity, wellness, and purpose come together to inspire the next generation. Hosted by Greg Alan Jankowski – The Balance Professor, this show explores powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and human potential from athletes...