Ep. 76 - The Untold Power of Second Chances: A Conversation with Jeff Olds
In this deeply moving episode of "Greatness From Small Beginnings," Keith Callaway sits down with longtime friend and mentor figure, Jeff Olds. They explore the meaning of greatness—not in achievements, but in how we treat people and walk through our struggles. Jeff’s story is raw and real, from battling addiction and kidney failure to becoming a steady father figure and coach for young men at K&L.
Key Highlights:
- Jeff’s personal definition of greatness
- Lessons from his 105-year-old grandmother and the power of prayer
- The truth about faith: past victories build future resilience
- Why he's called "Coach" and the meaning behind it
- How over-empathetic generosity can sometimes hurt more than help
- His journey through dialysis and what brought him back to fight
- A powerful final message: "Don't give up on yourself, because God won't."
Notable Quotes:
“Faith is based on what God’s already done.”
“If you do something for your kid they can do for themselves, you’re actually hurting them.”
“I'm in the worst circumstances of my life—and I feel complete.”