Ep. 135: The Light Foundation Buckeye Blast

Send us Fan MailIn 2001, former NFL player and 3x Superbowl Champion, Matt Light, and his wife Susie, established The Light Foundation to help young people develop the skills, values, and mindset they need to create a meaningful and productive future.The mission of The Light Foundation mission is to take young people out of their everyday environments and provide them with unique opportunities that ignite their passion, purpose, and motivation to succeed.-Quick Episode Summary:Buckeye Blast celebrates youth mentorship, outdoor fun, and community leadership together.-🔥 Torch Takeaways Include:◼ Insights from Buckeye Blast: athletes, mentors, and veterans unite at the Light Foundation event to inspire youth, leadership, and community impact.◼ Inspiring stories about the impact of the Light Foundation on young lives and communities◼ Candid conversations about mentorship, the great outdoors, and the values needed for future generations◼ Lighthearted debates on who would survive in the wilderness—Buckeyes, Boilermakers, or pro athletes!◼ Reflections on leadership, service after the military, and building a legacy of purpose-Podcast Chapters:00:00 Appreciating team support and fun01:05 Matt Light05:36 The importance of genuine experiences07:17 Leadership Academy goals and programs11:54 Susie Light13:04 The Light foundation's impact on youth13:59 Event fundraising with incentives15:40 Troy Eden20:17 Intense overnight obstacle course20:59 Struggling with national identity25:56 Foundation's programs and volunteering info26:56 Joey Eden29:50 Tyler Farr30:18 Visiting military bases abroad32:40 Nate Ebner32:53 Matt Light's impact on the community35:12 Bobby Carpenter35:30 Bobby Carpenter riding in an F18 fighter jet38:53 Community role in youth development41:06 Bronze star recipient introduction43:46 Ohio State Wrestling Coach Tom Ryan46:47 Looking forward to next year's event-Light Foundation Resources:Website: https://www.mattlight72.com/ Ways to Give: https://www.mattlight72.com/ways-to-give/ -Get In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torchmartin/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@torchmartinFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/torchfosterSupport the showConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartinMore Amazing Stories:Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel------------© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.