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EPISODE · Jul 12, 2026 · 53 MIN

Michael Pritchard - Winner 1980 SF Comedy Competition and a dude with a big heart for humans

from Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn Langwell · host shawnlangwellwriter

  God Broke the Mold When He Made Michael Pritchard Micahael Pritchard is one of the most down to earth and caring souls I have had the privilege of getting to know. In my mind, and perhaps the hearts and minds of the countless number of people he's helped in his lifetime, I would call him an angel and a hero. When you listen to this podcast you'll understand why. This conversation is real and uncut, as life is when we stop pretending and  start embracing who we already are. That's all I'm going to say... listen and prepare to be moved and entertained by a man who truly wears his heart on his sleeve... Salient Moments Won a comedy competition in 1980 — the same year he was named California's Probation Officer of the Year. Mike is a veteran and military medic who served during Vietnam, flying medevac evacuation flights. Still teaches anti-bullying for Jr. Giants, as well as at schools after shootings. Filmed dozens of specials and series for PBS across the '80s, '90s, and 2000s. Continues to fundraise for Catholic organizations across America. Did thousands of voices for Disney, PBS, LucasFilm, and more. Has countless kids he's helped over the years, along with his own three children and many grandkids, who he calls his medicine. Has been married to his wife, Mary Jo Bannon Pritchard, for 46 years. Still a happy man — featured in Tom Shadyac's documentary Happy, and studied on Netflix's The Neuroscience of Happiness. Follow Michael here: https://www.facebook.com/michaelpritchardlink     ABOUT THE HOST: Shawn Langwell is an Author, Speaker, Teacher and Gap Mindset Coach & Consultant. He has written several transformational books including, Beyond Recovery, Ten Seconds of Boldness and its companion workbook, Today’s The Day, Morning Motivation, and Chill. He’s also the Past President of The California Writers Club (CWC), Redwood Writers, Past President of Toastmasters of Petaluma. Find him at www.shawnlangwell.com. If you like the show, please follow and share, because sharing is caring and the world needs a lot more of it! Until next time... Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Love, Shawn        

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