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Are you ready to be inspired?
Join Jacob, a 17-year old cancer survivor and amputee, as he hosts The Motivational Mic, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of resilience, hope and determination.
Are you ready to be inspired?
Join Jacob, a 17-year old cancer survivor and amputee, as he hosts The Motivational Mic, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of resilience, hope and determination.
Episodes

Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Sport Segment Sundays: NFL Week 15
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.

Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Sport Segment Sundays: NFL Week 14
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.

Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Sport Segment Sundays: NFL Week 13
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.

Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Driven to Independence: A Conversation with Liz Soles of ADED
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
In this episode of The Motivational Mic, we sit down with Liz Soles, Executive Director of ADED (Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists) to explore the transformative world of driver rehabilitation. From rebuilding confidence to restoring independence, Liz shares powerful insights to help people get back behind the wheel safely. A motivating conversation about resilience, mobility, and the road to renewed freedom.

Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Sport Segment Sundays: NFL Week 12
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.

Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Behind the Scenes with Mark Pokedoff
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
In this powerful episode of The Motivational Mic, we sit down with Mark Pokedoff — a sports production veteran whose vibrant career has taken him behind the lights of some of the biggest moments in sports. But beyond the fast pace and high energy of the industry, Mark opens up about a deeply personal chapter: surviving a heart attack and the life-changing perspective it brought him.
Mark shares the highs of his colorful career, the lessons learned on and off the field, and the importance of slowing down, listening to your body, and prioritizing self-care. Now committed to supporting young adults as they enter the world of media and production, Mark brings wisdom, warmth, and honesty to this inspiring conversation.
If you’re seeking motivation, perspective, or a reminder to take care of yourself while chasing your goals, this episode is for you.

Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Sport Segment Sundays: NFL Week 11
Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Sunday Nov 16, 2025
The Motivational Mic is leveling up! Jacob, known for his inspiring takes on mindset and motivation, is now diving into the world of sports broadcasting. Each week, he brings his energy and passion to the mic—breaking down NFL matchups, sharing his picks, and giving fans a fresh perspective with game-day excitement. Whether you’re chasing goals or chasing wins, Jacob’s got you covered.

Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
What you Overcome, You Give
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Nicholas Harrier "The Prosthetic Guy" is a childhood cancer survivor and above-knee amputee — is turning his story into something greater. Through custom, free-of-charge limb “jackets,” he helps others find confidence and identity in their recovery. This is a story about resilience, creativity, and the power of overcoming and giving back.

The Motivational Mic
The Motivational Mic is an inspirational and motivational podcast hosted by Jacob, a 16-year-old cancer survivor and amputee. Having triumphed over a rare bone cancer and undergone a major amputation, Jacob now shares his journey of resilience and hope. As an aspiring sports broadcaster, he combines his passion for storytelling with his personal experiences to motivate and uplift his audience, offering powerful insights on overcoming challenges and pursuing dreams.
