What Do You Say?

Welcome back to What Do You Say, hosted by Frank Termini. Today’s episode is a special one — we sit down with Drew and his sister to talk about family, autism, faith, football, and the incredible community that helped shape Drew into the man he is today.From growing up with autism and finding confidence through sports, to the impact Saint Pius football has had on his life, Drew shares his journey with honesty, humor, and heart. Stephanie opens up about their family dynamic, the challenges and victories, and the transformative power of acceptance and support.This episode is full of powerful moments, emotional stories, and the kind of perspective that reminds you what really matters.----00:00 - Team Manager Background and Early Life01:18 - Autism Diagnosis and Early Indicators02:07 - Growing Up With Autism03:50 - Sibling Perspective and Struggles04:25 - Stimming Observations06:09 - Spectrum and High‑Functioning Discussion07:11 - Faith, Catholic Mass and Spiritual Growth09:42 - Family, Guardianship and Long‑Term Care Planning11:56 - Independence and Daily Living Skills13:54 - Football Impact on Personal Growth15:03 - Team Strategies and Upcoming Season19:06 - Personal Relationships and Future Plans22:25 - Player Name Recap and Recognition25:09 - Family Therapy and Reconciliation27:10 - Legal Guardianship and Protective Plans29:43 - Faith Integration and Volunteer Work32:28 - Music Preferences and Personal Tastes36:04 - Closing Remarks and Appreciation----

In this episode of What Do You Say, host Frank Termini sits down with former Saint Pius coaches Greg Glawson and Benny Palmentere to build the ultimate All-Warrior Team. They break down the best players to ever come through Pius — position by position — while sharing legendary stories, rivalries, and behind-the-scenes memories from years on the sidelines.--00:00 - Introduction04:01 - Defensive tackles, ends, and open-end discussion06:47 - Linebackers and Vince Ross memories11:49 - Cornerbacks and notable hitters15:03 - Safeties and special defensive mentions18:06 - Special teams: long snapper, punter, kicker, returners25:24 - Offense: offensive line, tight ends, receivers, running backs41:40 - Quarterbacks and Michael Santoni47:15 - Nostalgia, coaching, youth sports, archives and closing plans--

In this moving episode of What Do You Say, Frank sits down with Rob and Jeremy Wiley to talk about addiction, redemption, and the incredible power of second chances. Jeremy opens up about his journey from early exposure to drugs and meth addiction to rebuilding his life through Oxford House — a community that helps recovering addicts reintegrate and evolve. Rob, founder of GRACE (Giving Recovering Addicts a Chance at Evolving), shares how his personal loss inspired a mission to save lives. Together, they discuss forgiveness, faith, and the importance of community in breaking free from addiction.--00:00 - Show opening, guests, and Grace/Oxford partnership01:07 - Host's personal loss and upcoming fundraiser02:14 - Event details and Jeremy introduced; Oxford House outcomes03:21 - Request for Jeremy's story and his early family life07:09 - Teen experimentation and first meth experience08:47 - Immediate love of meth, varied reactions, and biological differences11:02 - Habit vs. addiction, missing structure, and self-loathing14:56 - Escalation to daily meth use, arrests, and court-ordered treatment19:30 - Salvation Army recovery, building a foundation, and treatment length21:55 - Therapy stigma, confronting the past, and Oxford House introduction27:01 - Oxford House transformation and early leadership role31:52 - Forgiveness, therapy, and men seeking help38:02 - Gratitude, time as a gift, and self-care43:47 - Returning to Oxford House, alumni work, and moving beyond it48:23 - Work, family, and rebuilding relationships with his daughter51:42 - Genetic risk, openness with his daughter, years clean, and recovery credit55:21 - Community vs isolation, fundraising, stigma, and parental pain--

In this powerful episode of What Do You Say, host Frank sits down with Roosevelt Hampton—a Kansas City firefighter, Army veteran, and former college football player—to share his remarkable story of service, sacrifice, and survival. From the football field to the frontlines in Kosovo and Afghanistan, Roosevelt recounts the intense realities of combat, the toll of post-traumatic stress, and the challenges of returning home to family life.    He opens up about the battles that continued long after deployment—hyper vigilance, PTSD, and the strain it put on his marriage and role as a father—and the breakthrough moments that helped him heal. This conversation is raw, unfiltered, and deeply human, shedding light on the hidden struggles many veterans face while offering hope through resilience, faith, and the power of sharing your story.--00:00 - Introduction and Early Life00:59 - Military Enlistment and Basic Training Experience03:02 - Basic Training Challenges and Physical Demands05:34 - Specialized Military Training and Early Deployments08:22 - Deployment to Kosovo and Peacekeeping Mission08:58 - Military Career Progression and Training Courses10:22 - Deployment to Afghanistan and Combat Environment14:04 - Combat Experiences and Convoy Security in Afghanistan22:23 - Aftermath of Combat Incidents and Emotional Impact24:40 - Daily Combat Stress and Mortar Attacks30:56 - Post-Deployment Symptoms and Challenges34:15 - Struggles with Alcohol and Emotional Outbursts36:12 - Seeking Help and Acknowledging Mental Health Issues38:55 - Treatment and Support Systems42:06 - Personal Crisis and Military Career End43:24 - Ongoing Effects and Emotional Challenges Post-Retirement44:37 - Medical Diagnosis and Veterans Affairs Challenges45:42 - Counseling Experiences and Marital Struggles48:02 - Breakthrough and Empathy from the Host50:29 - Faith and Spirituality in Healing52:11 - Parenting and Humility in Family Life54:29 - Acceptance of Imperfection and Family Challenges56:03 - Mental Health Therapy and Its Challenges58:50 - Finding Joy and Spiritual Growth60:09 - Marriage Strengthened Through Faith and Prayer61:20 - Spiritual Warfare and Family Unity62:15 - Ongoing Mental Health Journey and Pride63:41 - Removing Shame and Addressing Mental Illness65:10 - Teaching Compassion and Helping Others66:36 - Encouragement and Hope for the Future68:32 - Faith as a Source of Strength and Healing69:51 - Father's Heart and Emotional Vulnerability71:21 - Emotional Release and Male Mental Health73:01 - Breaking Unhealthy Habits and Renewing Mindset74:39 - Spiritual Discipline and Staying Connected75:44 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude--

On this episode of What Do You Say, host Frank sits down with physical therapist and former college football player Joe Straws. The two dive into Joe’s journey from the field to the clinic, the challenges of student debt and insurance reimbursement, and why more therapists are moving toward cash-pay models. They also explore the role of faith, fitness, nutrition, and mindset in both patient care and personal health. It’s an honest look at the business of physical therapy, the importance of connection, and what it really takes to feel your best.

Frank Terminé and his brother Andrew welcomes back Tony Cardello, Platform Director at McCarthy Auto Group, for another powerful conversation. This time, Tony dives deeper into what it really takes to rebuild your life after rock bottom. He opens up about the daily disciplines that keep him grounded, the mindset shift that helped him grow into a leader, and how he now uses his story to impact others. If you’ve ever felt stuck, this episode is proof that with faith, grit, and the right people around you — you can rewrite your future.

In this powerful episode of What Do You Say, Frank sits down with Fr. Mark Famuliner — a man of faith, wisdom, and raw honesty. Together, they dive into the real challenges facing our communities today, the role of the church in a divided world, and how faith can be a guiding force through chaos and pain. Fr. Mark opens up about his own journey into ministry, what he's learned from walking with people through both suffering and triumph, and why staying grounded in truth matters now more than ever. Whether you're religious or just searching for meaning, this conversation will leave you thinking deeper about life, purpose, and what it truly means to serve others.

On this week’s episode of What Do You Say, Frank Terminé sits down with returning guest Rob Elsey for one of the most emotional conversations yet.They talk about the upcoming July 19th charity poker tournament supporting Nina’s Wings, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Andrew Ross Terminé Foundation, and Rob’s nonprofit In the Name of Grace.Rob opens up about his daughter’s 12-year battle with meth addiction, the pain of letting go, and the reality of what families go through behind closed doors. They dive into mental health, addiction, faith, and how Oxford Houses are helping people rebuild their lives with structure, community, and hope.Raw, honest, and powerful — this one hits different.

In this powerful episode, Frank sits down with Chuck Cuda—author of Ego Strength—to talk about the highs, lows, and lessons from a life rebuilt. From a pivotal mistake that led to prison to founding a multi-million-dollar real estate company, Chuck’s story is one of grit, grace, and growth.He opens up about turning adversity into opportunity, closing $44M in deals in the first year of Opes Commercial Real Estate, and the deeper mission behind everything he builds: legacy. They talk faith, family, second chances, and what it really means to lead with integrity in today’s world.If you’ve ever questioned whether failure is the end, this episode proves it’s just the beginning.

In this episode of What Do You Say, Frank connects with Talesha Currie, a remarkable woman with a story of strength and resilience. After losing her son in a tragic shooting—and surviving the same event that left her paralyzed—Talesha shares how she’s navigated grief, mental battles, and major life changes. Despite the weight of her story, Talesha brings warmth, honesty, and even a few laughs, showing that hope can grow even in the hardest seasons.