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Army of Normal Folks

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Mental Health
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September 11, 2001
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An Army Of Normal Folks
Affordable Housing
Memphis
Autism
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Entrepreneurship
Memphis, United States
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Prison Yoga Project
9/11

Our country’s problems will never be solved by a bunch of fancy people in nice suits talking big words on CNN and Fox, but by An Army of Normal Folks just deciding “hey, I can help.” Hosted by Coach Bill Courtney from the Oscar-winning Undefeated, this podcast is building the Army and celebrating its extraordinary members. New episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday.

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What if the most radical thing you could do was just show up?

In this Shop Talk, Bill and Alex dive into Shane Claiborne's book The Irresistible Revolution - and the idea that changing the world has never required extraordinary people. Just ordinar... more

Frank Schwartz is the CEO of F3 Nation, a 100,000-man volunteer led movement built around fitness, fellowship, and faith. Men at 5,000+ locations worldwide show up at 5:30am - no matter if it’s raining, snowing, or freezing - for free peer-led workou... more

Frank Schwartz is the CEO of F3 Nation, a 100,000-man volunteer led movement built around fitness, fellowship, and faith. Men at 5,000+ locations worldwide show up at 5:30am - no matter if it’s raining, snowing, or freezing - for free peer-led workou... more

Researchers at Harvard analyzed the tax records of 40 million Americans to answer one of the most debated questions in the country: does the American Dream still exist? The good news is that the dream is alive, but where you grow up dramatically shap... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Campbell
Executive director of the 111 Project
111 Project (Oklahoma)
Episode: This State Is Solving The Foster Care Crisis (Here's How)
Aaron Hurst
Founder of the US Chamber of Connection, author, and advocate for social connectedness
US Chamber of Connection
Episode: Why Half of America Is Socially Disconnected—and What You Can Do About It (Pt 2)
Mary Catherine Hill
Founder of Arrows Nest, foster and adoptive mom in Memphis
Arrows Nest
Episode: The 36 Year-Old Single Woman Who's Fostered 67 Kids—And Will Change Your Life (Pt 1)
MK Hill
Founder of Arrows Nest; foster/adoption advocate
Arrows Nest
Episode: The 36 Year-Old Single Woman Who's Fostered 67 Kids—And Will Change Your Life (Pt 2)
Ron Sparks
Entertainer and community advocate
Episode: The Secret Coffee Club That Can Heal Your Community (Pt 2)
Sam Quinn
Former lumberyard worker who exemplified commitment
Memphis lumber company (Sam Quinn)
Episode: He Worked for Free—Then Changed My Life (From The Vault)
Dan Jarvis
Veteran, founder of Healing the Hero and proponent of RTM/TRM protocols
Healing the Hero
Episode: What Your Brain Does With Trauma—And How to Finally Heal It (Pt 2)
Dr. Ashley Cross
Founder of Hope 585; advisor to Memphis hope-centered efforts
Hope 585; Hope-centered Memphis
Episode: The One Thing You Need Before Grit, Resilience, or Confidence (Pt 1)
Zach Armstrong
Army member mentioned as the source of an accountability story
Army
Episode: The Plane Was in the Bay. Then He Said Something Remarkable.

Host

Bill Courtney
Host of An Army of Normal Folks; coaches conversation and guides guests through stories of ordinary people making extraordinary impacts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 604 ratings
  • Inspiring and uplifting

    Recently found this podcast and thoroughly enjoying it. Very inspirational as it challenges me to make a difference in my part of the world every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keristew
    United States6 months ago
  • Inspiring and uplifting

    Recently found this podcast and thoroughly enjoying it. Very inspirational as it challenges me to make a difference I my part of the world every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keristew
    United States6 months ago
  • Great concept, but needs a new host

    The concept of the podcast is really good. And if I could get past the first couple episodes, it may get better, but I’ve heard the host talk more than I’ve heard the actual guest. So far it seems like an army of one, Voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MissJamie12
    United States8 months ago
  • Too many ads

    The show now seems to be mostly ads with an occasional little bit of content. Now they even accept ads from anti-American organizations.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    This Ken
    United States9 months ago
  • Great inspirational podcast!

    I look forward to every Army of Normal Folks episode. The stories of those who step up to meet a need and the shop talk episodes always inspire me to do better. Thanks for all you do to bring us the stories that encourage us to do more than status quo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carol Roper
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners frequently praise the show for featuring “normal people” making a real impact and for practical, actionable ideas.
Audience finds stories inspirational and uplifting, with many listeners feeling motivated to make a difference in their communities.
Some feedback notes that host interjections can overwhelm the guest's voice and messaging.

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This State Is Solving The Foster Care Crisis (Here's How)
Q: Can you talk about the goals for churches yearly and monthly?
There are about 15,000 kids going through the Oklahoma foster system annually. If 6,000 churches each served one family per month, that would reach 12,000 families a year and could touch every case in the state, though it's acknowledged that this is a simplification and not a complete solution.
The 36 Year-Old Single Woman Who's Fostered 67 Kids—And Will Change Your Life (Pt 2)
Q: What keeps MK going when the work is so demanding?
She emphasizes daily needs over grand plans, the joy of seeing kids thrive, and the belief that support from a wide community keeps the mission sustainable.
The 36 Year-Old Single Woman Who's Fostered 67 Kids—And Will Change Your Life (Pt 2)
Q: Where did the idea for Arrows Nest come from?
MK explains that the name and mission grew from her desire to give children a place where they belong to something bigger, using Arrows Nest as a symbol of children being guided and supported by a larger network of people.
The Secret Coffee Club That Can Heal Your Community (Pt 2)
Q: What do you think is more important for society—the next presidential election or widespread local community gatherings?
Policy affects many people, but the immediate, daily impact of connecting with others can be more meaningful for individuals, even if politics dominates the headlines.
How Former Gangsters Pulled 1,000 People Out of Gang Life (Pt 1)
Q: What was it like the very first time you talked to a gangster about Jesus?
The guest describes being challenged and skeptical, with his first attempt interrupted when the gang member asked to drink beer; this moment highlighted the need for authenticity and sobriety in his approach, which ultimately led to a deeper commitment and a bold decision to pursue the mission despite personal risk.

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A positivity-driven interview show featuring everyday people who've made measurable community impact. Episodes typically center on social good, resilience, and practical pathways for individuals to help others—often via storytelling, personal journeys, and actionable calls to action. Notable throughlines include empowering underrepresented communities, fostering volunteerism, and turning professional skills into civic outcomes. The format blends heartfelt guest stories with coaching-style prompts and concrete ideas for listeners to contribute locally, making it potentially appealing to volunteers, community leaders, and mission-driven professionals seeking real-world inspiration and scalable models for impact.

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Recent guests on Army of Normal Folks include:

1. Chris Campbell
2. Aaron Hurst
3. Mary Catherine Hill
4. MK Hill
5. Ron Sparks
6. Sam Quinn
7. Dan Jarvis
8. Dr. Ashley Cross

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