Mission of Spe Podcast

About Mission of Spe Podcast

The Mission of Spe Podcast dives into the stories and people living out their best lives in business, sport, and much more! Host Mark Spewak is a passionate small business owner and non-profit leader that strives to make a positive difference in the world. This podcast will hopefully motivate you to be a better human.

Publisher

Mark Spewak

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Aug 2020

Latest episode

24 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

58 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Jul 2025

   Market Mile Feature: If the walls could talk at St. Louis Union Station #058

   Welcome back to the Mission of Spe Podcast! In this episode, Mark sits down at St. Louis Union Station with Brian O'Loughlin, Vice President, and Cameron Schoeffel, Director of Sales & Entertainment at Lodging Hospitality Management (LHM)—the team behind some of St. Louis’s most iconic hospitality destinations. Brian and Cameron share the inside story of Union Station’s transformation, the art of hospitality, and how LHM is building community through innovative events—including the Market Mile, a unique downtown race and fitness festival that’s quickly become a new St. Louis tradition. What’s Inside: The evolution of St. Louis Union Station: from historic train hub to a vibrant center for entertainment, dining, and family fun. The story behind the Market Mile: how LHM partnered to launch this one-of-a-kind race, its roots in the 1980s Market Street Mile, and its mission to bring people together downtown. How the Market Mile is more than just a run—it's a celebration of community, wellness, and St. Louis pride, complete with a post-race party, local vendors, and opportunities to support nonprofit partners. Insights into LHM’s approach to hospitality, event creation, and the vision for the future of Union Station and Westport Plaza. The impact of events like the Market Mile and Polar Express on the local economy, tourism, and the spirit of St. Louis. Get Involved: Sign up for the Market Mile and experience the excitement for yourself! https://www.marketmilestl.com/ (https://www.marketmilestl.com/) Learn more about Lodging Hospitality Management and their properties: https://www.lhmc.com/ (https://www.lhmc.com/) Plan your visit to St. Louis Union Station: https://www.stlouisunionstation.com/ (https://www.stlouisunionstation.com/) Follow LHM and Union Station on social media for updates, events, and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram: @stlunionstation | @lhmhotels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlunionstation/ (https://www.facebook.com/stlunionstation/) | https://www.facebook.com/lhmcstl/ (https://www.facebook.com/lhmcstl/) Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review. Your support helps us highlight the organizations and leaders making a difference in St. Louis. #MissionOfSpe #StLouisUnionStation #MarketMile #LHM #Hospitality #StLouis #Community #Podcast #Innovation #Running

2. 

   17 Jul 2025

   Catching up with Great Rivers Greenway #057

   Mission of Spe Podcast – Emma Klues, Great Rivers Greenway Welcome back to the Mission of Spe Podcast! In this episode, Mark does a follow up with Emma Klues, Vice President of Communications & Outreach at Great Rivers Greenway (GRG), a returning beneficiary for the 2025 Market Mile. GRG is dedicated to making St. Louis a more vibrant, connected, and active community through the development of greenways, trails, and public spaces. What’s Inside: Emma shares exciting updates on GRG’s latest projects, including the expansion of the Brickline Greenway and the impact of ongoing construction in downtown St. Louis. Reflections on GRG’s 25 years of community-driven work, the transition to a new CEO, and the organization’s vision for the future. Insights into how GRG collaborates with local neighborhoods, hosts community events, and learns from similar organizations nationwide. The importance of accessible outdoor spaces for everyone—runners, bikers, walkers, families, and people of all abilities. How the Market Mile event supports local nonprofits and strengthens the St. Louis community. Ways listeners can get involved: volunteering, attending events, sharing on social media, and supporting GRG’s mission. Get Involved: Visit greatriversgreenway.org (https://greatriversgreenway.org/) for volunteer opportunities, event calendars, and more. Follow GRG on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube (@GreatRiversGreenway or @GreatRiversSTL). Register for the 2025 Market Mile at marketmiletl.com (https://marketmiletl.com/) and choose your beneficiary! Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review. Your support helps us highlight the organizations making a difference in St. Louis. #MissionOfSpe #GreatRiversGreenway #MarketMile #StLouis #Community #Podcast

3. 

   16 Jul 2025

   You aren't slow...it's just hot out with Coach Spewak #056

   Welcome to Mission Of Spe Podcast! In this motivating episode, Mark returns to share practical wisdom for runners facing the challenges of summer training. As the heat rises and the initial excitement of signing up for fall races fades, Mark offers encouragement, actionable advice, and a reminder that the journey is just as important as the finish line. This solo episode is packed with honest talk about staying consistent when conditions get tough, the power of process goals, and the importance of building mental resilience. Mark draws from his coaching experience and personal journey to help listeners find motivation, embrace adversity, and keep running—no matter the season. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon, this episode is full of real-world strategies to help you stay on track, enjoy the process, and become a stronger, more confident runner. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: How to stay motivated when summer heat makes training difficult and the “honeymoon phase” of race prep is over. The value of setting process goals—like consistency, strength training, and nutrition—beyond just chasing a race-day result. Why community, coaching, and accountability partners can make all the difference. Building mental toughness by embracing hard training days and learning to bounce back from setbacks. Mark’s advice for finding joy in running, keeping perspective, and making the sport a positive part of your life. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it helps us reach more listeners and keeps the Mission of Spe community growing! Thanks for tuning in, and stay tuned for more inspiring, practical conversations in upcoming episodes. Reach out to Mark Spewak: Website: https://spewaktraining.com (https://spewaktraining.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spewaktraining (https://www.instagram.com/spewaktraining) Email:mark@spewaktraining.com (mailto:mark@spewaktraining.com)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

15 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

18

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77