#525 Pro PSA, Prehab, and Philanthropy - Featuring Todd Miller

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National Geographic photographer and conservationist Jaime Rojo has spent decades capturing the beauty and fragility of the monarch butterfly. Their epic migration is one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles, but their survival is under threat. In this episode, Jaime shares how his passion for photography and conservation led him to document the monarchs’ journey. He and host Brian Lowery discuss the deeper story behind his award-winning images, one about resilience, connection, and the urgent need to protect our natural world. See Jaime's story on the monarch butterflies at his website: rojovisuals.com , and follow Brian Lowery at knowwhatyousee.com .…

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Residing in Laguna Beach, California, Todd Miller works in Industrial Real Estate investing. A former USC volleyball setter in the early 1980s, Todd played in two NCAA Final Fours. His daughter also played for USC, competing in one Final Four. Since 2005, Todd has competed in USA Masters volleyball, earning four All-American honors and leading Western States Laguna to six National Championships. His team won the Huntsman World Senior Games 10 consecutive years in the 50-54 age group, and as Team USA captain, he secured gold at the 2017 World Masters Games.

Retired in 2022, Todd overcame prostate cancer and now advocates for PSA testing. He co-founded Global Grins, distributing 1.5 million toothbrushes, and leads a Laguna Beach diving club removing ocean pollution. Todd is married with two adult children and one grandchild.

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