
Changing the Rules
by Wildfire Podcasts, Raymond D. Loewe, "The Luckiest Guy in the World", Ray Loewe
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E252: Conducting the Perfect Cocktail, Guest, Julia Adams
Jun 30, 2026
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E251: Taking the Back Seat to History
Jun 23, 2026
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E250: How Did We Ever Survive Childhood
Jun 16, 2026
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E249: Send in the Clown, Guest, Terry Lieb
Jun 2, 2026
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E248: Interupting Your Life To Do What You Want, Guest, LaKiesha Tomlin
May 26, 2026
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| 6/30/26 | ![]() E252: Conducting the Perfect Cocktail, Guest, Julia Adams | Guest: Julia Adams, Clear Ice & Bitters - What if the most memorable part of a party wasn't the food or the music—but the feeling that someone created just for you? In this episode of Changing the Rules, Ray Loewe and co-host Mary Ann Steinhauer talk with Julia Adams, founder of Clear Ice & Bitters, who is redefining hospitality one guest at a time. Drawing on her background as a classical musician, conductor, and educator, Julia approaches cocktail creation as an art form designed to make every person feel seen, valued, and unforgettable. Rather than asking, "What would you like to drink?" Julia begins by asking questions about your favorite memories, colors, aromas, and flavors. The result isn't simply a custom cocktail—it's a personalized experience that reflects who you are. From crystal-clear ice and handcrafted garnishes to thoughtful conversation and presentation, every detail is orchestrated to create connection. This episode isn't really about cocktails. It's about changing the rules of hospitality, discovering the power of intentional experiences, and learning how small, thoughtful touches can transform an ordinary gathering into an extraordinary memory. | — | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() E251: Taking the Back Seat to History | What happens when you accept an invitation to experience someone else's passion? In this episode of Changing the Rules, Ray and Sandy Loewe climb into the back seat of a beautifully restored 1911 Stevens-Duryea (a $300,000 antique car) and join a caravan of thirty Brass Era automobiles winding through the Pennsylvania countryside. What began as an invitation from friend Jane Grove quickly became much more than a ride in a rare antique automobile. Along the way, they met fascinating people from ten different states, including travelers from California, Oregon, and even Dubai. They learned the history behind these remarkable machines, discovered the dedication required to keep them running, and experienced the unique camaraderie that develops when people gather around a shared passion. Joining the conversation are Jane Grove, who introduced Ray and Sandy to the tour; Pat Gamble, driver, mechanic, tour leader, and antique automobile enthusiast; and co-host Mary Ann Steinhauer. Together they explore how curiosity, friendship, and a willingness to say "yes" can open doors to unexpected adventures. As Jane likes to describe it, the tour was simply a journey from one food stop to the next—just conducted in magnificent antique style. This episode is a reminder that some of life's best experiences begin when we step into someone else's world and allow ourselves to be surprised. Key Takeaway: You don't have to become an expert in someone else's passion to enjoy it. Sometimes the greatest rewards come from being curious enough to take the ride. | — | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() E250: How Did We Ever Survive Childhood | Host: Ray Loewe - A few weeks ago, I had coffee with some friends. We started talking about the incredibly stupid things we did as kids and how we ever survived childhood. Maybe we were just the "Luckiest Kids in the World. "Hopefully, this podcast will take you back a few years to your youth. Enjoy! | — | ||||||
| 6/2/26 | ![]() E249: Send in the Clown, Guest, Terry Lieb | Guest: Terry Lieb - Host: Ray Loewe - Co-Host: May Ann Steinhauer - A journey from coal mine country through trade school, the circus. From college to finding the life he wanted by exploring the counseling world. All told through some of the most fascinating stories you'll ever hear. | — | ||||||
| 5/26/26 | ![]() E248: Interupting Your Life To Do What You Want, Guest, LaKiesha Tomlin | LaKiesha Tomlin, Engineer, MBA, Company Owner, just returned from a four-week immersion trip to southern France to learn French. LaKiesha credits intentionality and the ability to seize opportunities. If it's important, just do it! Host: Ray Loewe, Co-Host: Mary Ann Steinhauer | — | ||||||
| 5/19/26 | ![]() E247: The Stories That Define Us - An Interview With Ray Loewe, Host: Jim Rose, Cohost: Mary Ann Steinhauer | What started as a simple internet TV experiment became something much bigger. In this special episode of Changing the Rules, host Jim Rose — usually the voice behind the engineering console — turns the microphone on Ray Loewe, founder of Changing the Rules, Life Under the Willow Tree, and The Friends Connection Forum. Ray shares the unexpected evolution of these projects: from early internet television, to pandemic-driven podcasting, to a growing movement centered on storytelling, connection, and legacy. Along with co-host Mary Ann Steinhauer, the conversation explores how podcasts have become more than just interviews. They became a way for people to truly know one another — neighbors becoming friends through stories instead of small talk. The episode dives into: The birth and evolution of Changing the Rules How Life Under the Willow Tree created deeper community connections Why storytelling helps combat isolation and build relationships The emergence of storytelling dinners, coffee conversations, and live events How “The Luckiest People in the World” are beginning to build their life stories through a collection of short, meaningful moments At the center of it all is a simple but powerful idea: A life isn’t defined by a résumé. It’s revealed through stories. And sometimes it only takes a handful of stories to understand who someone really is. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() E246: Storytelling: How to Tap Your Creative Genius, Guest, Rebecca Hoffman | In this episode of Changing the Rules, hosts Ray Loewe and Mary Ann Steinhauer welcome Rebecca Hoffman, founder of Good Egg Concepts and keynote speaker for the March 2026 Friends Connection Forum. Building on her inspiring presentation from the Forum, Rebecca takes listeners deeper into the art — and power — of storytelling. But this isn’t just about becoming a better speaker or writer. It’s about learning how stories unlock creativity, reveal identity, build connection, and help us make sense of our experiences. Through practical insights and engaging discussion, Rebecca explores how anyone can tap into their “creative genius” by paying attention to memories, emotions, curiosity, and the stories we often overlook. Because great storytelling isn’t reserved for authors, performers, or marketers. It belongs to all of us. And sometimes the story you need to tell most… is your own. | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | ![]() E245: Leadership: What Lou Holtz Taught Navy Vice Admiral Dan Cooper, Guest, Dan Cooper | What if the best leadership lessons aren’t found in boardrooms… or even on the battlefield? In this episode of Changing the Rules, Ray Loewe sits down with Vice Admiral Dan Cooper (Ret.) to explore leadership through an unexpected lens—a legendary college football coach. Dan shares personal stories about his friend, Notre Dame’s Lou Holtz—not the public figure, but the man behind the reputation. Through a series of powerful, behind-the-scenes moments, a different picture of leadership emerges: Making hard decisions when it would be easier not to Showing up for people—every time Seeing potential others miss Building loyalty that lasts a lifetime This isn’t a conversation about football. It’s about what real leadership looks like when no one’s keeping score. Because maybe the rule worth changing is this: Leadership isn’t about how many people follow you… It’s about how many people you lift. | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | ![]() E244: What the Obituary Missed: Remembering a Life Through Stories | “I lost a friend this week.” That’s how this episode begins—with a simple sentence that opens the door to something much deeper. After reading an impressive obituary filled with accomplishments and milestones, host Ray Loewe is left with an unexpected realization: the most important parts of his friend’s life weren’t there. Not the lunches. Not the conversations. Not the laughter. Not the way Bill could take an idea apart—only to leave you more confident it would succeed. Joined by co-host Mary Ann Steinhauer and guests Don Helin and Jim Rose, this conversation explores what really defines a life well lived. Through stories of wit, friendship, and one final unfinished collaboration—the “Legacy Project”—they reflect on the moments that truly endure. Because in the end, it’s not the résumé that people remember. It’s the stories. The ones that get retold. The ones that make us laugh. The ones that quietly shape who we become. This episode is a tribute to a friend, to the power of storytelling, and to the idea that our real legacy lives on in the lives we touch. | — | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | ![]() E243: Meet the Reverend Legs Malone, Guest, Anna Brooke✨ | reinventionidentity+3 | Anna Brooke | the Bethnal Green Working Men’s ClubChanging the Rules+1 | LondonU.S.+2 | artperformance+2 | — | 30m 59s | |
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| 4/14/26 | ![]() E242: Designing Great Projects—and an Even Better Life, Guests, Dawn Mahan✨ | project managementstorytelling+2 | Dawn Mahan | Projectland Goes to the MoviesThe Great Escape+2 | Key West | inspirationtrust+2 | — | 27m 34s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() E241: More Than Time: The Stories We Wear on Our Wrists, Guest, Bill Hughes✨ | watchesstories+1 | Bill Hughes | SeamasterOmega Seamaster+2 | Europe | timememory+1 | — | 30m 59s | |
| 3/31/26 | ![]() E240: The Sweetness of Doing Nothing… Over a Glass of Wine, Guest, Justina Latura✨ | winefood+2 | Justina Latura | La Dolce Far NienteVine Bar+2 | LancasterPA+1 | relaxationadventure+2 | — | 23m 22s | |
| 3/24/26 | ![]() E239: The Mirracle of Applied Improv, Guest, Dr. Sally Harrison-Pepper✨ | improvcommunication+3 | Dr Sally Harrison-Pepper | Impied Improv | — | spontaneous communicationcreative collaboration+3 | — | 30m 28s | |
| 3/17/26 | ![]() E238: "The Greatest Risk In Life Is Running Out Of Meaning," Guest, Dale Power✨ | retirementpersonal development+1 | Dale Power | Reimagine Your Retirementan "Outward Bound Experience" | — | Outward Bound ExperienceLuckiest People+1 | — | 24m 22s | |
| 3/10/26 | ![]() E237: A Great Golf Story, Guest, Robert Kleckner✨ | golfentrepreneurship+1 | Robert Kleckner | golf coursesA Great Golf Story | — | golf course managementpassion+1 | — | 32m 25s | |
| 3/5/26 | ![]() E236: Authentic Influence Group, Guest, Shelly O'Donovan✨ | communication strategiescareer development+1 | Shelly O'Donovan | Authentic Influence Group | — | Authentic Influence Groupopportunities+1 | — | 27m 22s | |
| 2/24/26 | ![]() E235: My Two Hearing Goddesses, Guests, Dr. Heather Eck & Dr. Kerry Hermann✨ | hearing lossaudiology+2 | Dr Kerry HermannDr Heather Eck | hearing aidshearing testing technologies | — | hearing improvementaudiologist+1 | — | 29m 13s | |
| 2/18/26 | ![]() E234: It's Not Just A Cup of Coffee, Guests, John Gardner & Jeff Lincoln✨ | coffeelifestyle+1 | John GardnerJeff Lincoln | Passero's Coffee Roasters | — | coffee historycoffee culture+1 | — | 31m 36s | |
| 2/11/26 | ![]() E233: Viking Sagas, The Story Behind The Story, Guest, Don Helin | Host - Ray Loewe Co-host Mary Ann Steinhauer Guest - Don Helin Don didn't think his heritage was all that exciting until he started probing beyond the lives of some Minnesota farmers to a small town in Norway, the home of many of his family relatives. Then, a trip he and his wife took to the Northern Maritimes provinces, visiting a very old Viking settlement, and learning about the Viking sagas and the Viking volvas. All of these add up to his next novel, tentatively titled Viking Sagas. | — | ||||||
| 2/3/26 | ![]() E232: It Started With A Letter, Guest, Lana Edwards Santoro | It started with a letter. Or rather an envelope. About an inch thick. Forwarded from my previous address. The address was handwritten, and I didn't recognize the sender. I opened it. It was a manuscript. I started reading and didn't put it down until I finished. It was about a friend of mine from junior high school (recently deceased) and about me, too. AND IT STARTED ME ON A JOURNEY. | — | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() E231: How Do The Luckiest People Deal With The Winter Blues? | Host: Ray Loewe, Co-Host: Mary Ann Steinhauer, and our podcast team talk about how they stay engaged and on track when winter starts to get them down. | — | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | ![]() E230: Where Good Stories Come From - Guests, Don Helin, Phil Fretz, Julie Stauffer | Word has been getting around about our Storytelling Dinners. People keep asking the same questions: How do I get to one? What kind of story should I tell? Where do the best stories in my life even come from? And how do I make a good story better—and tell it well? So we decided to answer those questions the best way we know how: by telling stories. In this episode of Changing the Rules, four storytellers from our dinner table came to the microphones—Don Helin, Julie Stauffer, Phil Fretz, and Ray Loewe. They each retell one of their stories and pull back the curtain on how they found it, shaped it, and brought it to life. Along the way, you’ll hear how ordinary moments become memorable stories, how a little polishing goes a long way, and why storytelling is a skill anyone can learn—and enjoy. The result? Insight, laughter, and more than a few “I could tell a story like that” moments. What a hoot. | — | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | ![]() E229: Looking Ahead to 2026 | The mission hasn't changed. We're still about helping the luckiest people get lucky, stay lucky, and get around the obstacles that get in their way. But there will be greater emphasis on the people who help them and the conversations they have to get there. | — | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() E228: Storytelling: With Don Helin & Ray Loewe | Don & Ray talk about how to pull your stories out of you and then tell stories. Stories in this episode: 1. Don talks about his first job. 2. Ray talks about rediscovering the Aurora Borealis. Don talks about "Do we really want to do this? And more... | — | ||||||
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