THE PODCAST featuring
Authentic interviews with top industry minds sharing personal and professional turning points. Curveball features influential leaders and experts who open up about their challenges and triumphs.
REAL TALK
Listeners can expect a diverse range of topics, from overcoming personal hardships to navigating professional setbacks, all aimed at inspiring and motivating those facing their own curveballs.
NAVIGATING CURVEBALLS
Each episode offers insights into how embracing adversity can lead to profound personal (and professional) development and ultimately, a deeper understanding of the human experience.
EMBRACING ADVERSITY
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About the Show
Life confronts us with the unexpected. Curveball is about facing an unimaginable life event, the human experience of responding to it and how we can all hit life’s curveballs.
Hosted by Scott Reich, the show features candid conversations with guests who share their personal stories of resilience, growth, and the lessons learned from life's unforeseen twists.
Featured Episodes
THE CARLIN ISLES STORY
From Foster Care to Fastest Man in Rugby
In this moving episode of Curveball, US Olympian Carlin Isles shares his journey from a deeply challenging childhood — being separated from his family, time in foster care, and facing abuse — to becoming the fastest rugby player in the world. He discusses how faith, mentorship, self‑discipline, and vision helped him push through trauma and adversity. He also talks about shifting sports from track toward rugby and how those choices shaped his identity and purpose.
TRAUMA, FORGIVENESS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
RFK’s Daughter and Global Human Rights Advocate: Kerry Kennedy
In this powerful episode of Curveball, Scott Reich speaks with human rights advocate Kerry Kennedy about growing up in the iconic Kennedy family and turning personal tragedy into a lifelong pursuit of justice. Reflecting on her childhood alongside civil rights giants like Dr. King and Cesar Chavez, Kerry shares how the quiet strength of the Kennedy women helped shape her path. She opens up about the trauma of losing her father, Robert F. Kennedy, and the radical act of forgiveness that followed. From global legal victories to mentoring young activists, Kerry’s work at RFK Human Rights is rooted in resilience, compassion, and action. Her message is clear: in a world on fire, we must run toward the flames—with courage, empathy, and purpose.
DEFYING ALL ODDS
Austin Hatch’s Story of Purpose After Surviving Two Tragic Plane Crashes
On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Austin Hatch, whose story defies every imaginable odd. Once a rising basketball star from Indiana, Austin survived not one, but two tragic plane crashes that claimed the lives of his parents and both of his siblings. But Austin’s journey is about so much more than survival. In this gripping conversation, he opens up about profound loss, the relentless road to recovery, and the unwavering commitment of those who stood by his side. Austin shares the origins of his powerful GRIT framework—growth mindset, resilience, integrity, and team-first mentality—and explains how we can all find purpose and light even in our darkest moments. Tune in for a masterclass in courage, faith, and how doing even the most common things in uncommon ways can change a life.