The Lowe Down
Tune into the "The Lowe Down" where guests share stories, dreams and insights in hopes to entertain, inform, inspire, motivate and uplift listeners. Hosted by award-winning writer, speaker, big dreamer and self-proclaimed magician Jessica Lowe. You won’t want to miss an episode.
Episodes
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Sarah Patterson - A Positive Force
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
In this engaging episode of "The Lowe Down," our host Jessica interviews esteemed teacher, coach and leader, Sarah Patterson, who shares her inspiring journey and unique insights from a rich 30-year career. Starting as a competitive swimmer to earning accolades as a distinguished coach, Sarah discusses her transformative leadership style and elements of successful leadership.
Discover Sarah's approach that focuses on inclusivity and empowering each team member. She emphasizes the importance of having a strong, unified message to ensure everyone's buy-in and acknowledgement, no matter their seniority or performance level. She also highlights the unconventional approach of giving every senior a chance to lead and grow.
Explore Sarah's philosophy of imparting life skills to students, observing how her students have grown, learned, and stepped into the world with confidence and resilience under it. This episode is a must-listen for educators, coaches, and individuals looking to enhance their leadership style.
Sarah Patterson further discusses overcoming pressures, creating meaningful connections, embracing positivity, fostering personal growth, and the role of sports in shaping young minds. Emphasizing her take on the transformative power of positivity, she shares her experiences with high school students, demonstrating the importance of fostering a supportive environment.
Her enlightening conversation is infused with personal experiences and reflections on resilience, determination, and the power of gratitude on the journey of recovery. With tales of leadership, resilience, and overcoming struggles, this episode is a conversation with Sarah Patterson that will leave listeners feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to take on the world - one positive step at a time.
Host Note: Sarah is truly a POSITIVE FORCE!!!! From the first conversation we had she made me feel like "Jessica Lowe Vokes" is amazing too. That may be her greatest gift or perhaps her super power. As a leader, a coach, a person all her positivity reflects back on and shines a bright light on all those around her. I loved this conversation and I look forward to many more as Sarah continues to inspire, coach and lead those around her. Thank you Sarah for a great conversation. To all the listeners, enjoy this episode!
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Travis Gorsch & The IOWA Foundation
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
“Build it and (they) will come!” Just like the beloved Iowa-based film “Field of Dreams” today’s episode of “The Lowe Down,” features an Iowan with a big dream and a passion to build something special.
“The Lowe Down” welcomes guest Travis Gorsch - founder of The IOWA Foundation, a sports-based nonprofit committed to positively impacting youth through athletics. Travis, a driven advocate for youth and lover of sports, shares his experiences from the bustling professional sports scene to taking a leap of faith and establishing The IOWA Foundation.
Get ready to be inspired by Travis as he shares his story to build and grow a nonprofit in his native Iowa!
Host Notes: Travis has a pretty amazing story and I couldn't wait to have him share. After the interview Travis shared he loves "Field of Dreams" and his foundation's logo is a nod to baseball, Iowa and the movie. I felt those fun facts needed to be shared! And don’t forget to connect with Travis and The IOWA Foundation at www.theiowafoundation.com and www.facebook.com/TheIOWAFoundation.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Stacie Lowe - A Very Good Sister
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
The very first episode of The Lowe Down features guest Stacie Lowe, sister of the host Jessica Lowe. As the first episode goes we had great conversation but are still learning about recording, audio quality and editing. Thank you for joining us on this journey. And a shout out to our one listener - MOM!!
About Jessica
Jessica Lowe is a speaker, writer, and non-profit leader. She is also the self-proclaimed Iowa's Funniest Woman 2006 after being the only woman to finish in the Top 10 of a Central Iowa comedy contest.
Jessica has a variety of interests including magic, history, writing, philanthropy, bingo, "Murder, She Wrote," cross stitch, old movies, Elvis, Christmas, collecting autographs, learning new things, and spending time with her husband, dog, cats, family and friends.
Jessica is also an award-winning writer who loves meeting people, asking lots of questions and having great conversations. It is her hope the "The Lowe Down" will serve as a way for guests to share their stories, dreams and insights to entertain, inform, inspire, motivate and uplift listeners.