What if building wealth looked more like a team sport than a solo grind? In this episode, I sit down with Scott MacKenzie, author of The Lobster League, a powerful business fable that uses storytelling to simplify the often overwhelming world of personal finance. Scott shares how lessons from leadership, teamwork, and competition translate directly into smarter money habits and long-term wealth building.

We talk about why so many people struggle financially, how mindset drives decision-making, and how anyone can build a practical, sustainable plan for financial freedom. If you’ve ever wished personal finance felt less intimidating and more relatable, this conversation delivers.

Topics

- The art of crafting an interesting fable

- The past, present, and future of finance

- Whose advice to listen to

- Where to start if you're at zero

Check out Scott's book: https://a.co/d/0ePtnqR6

If nothing changes in education, the consequences won’t stop at the classroom door. In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Stoller, author of Becoming a Fully Aligned, Student-Centered Organization, for an honest conversation about the current state of our school systems. We unpack the structural issues holding educators and students back, why misalignment is hurting the profession, and what must change if education is going to remain healthy and sustainable long-term. Kevin shares practical insight on building systems that truly serve students while supporting the people called to lead them. This is a must-listen for educators, administrators, and anyone invested in the future of education.

Topics

- How COVID changed schools

- Teacher retention

- Urgent and non-urgent issues

- Vital measurements

Check out Kevin's book: https://a.co/d/7DNRCiH

Faith doesn’t erase grief, but it can help you survive it. In this powerful and honest conversation, I sit down with Kathy Rogers, author of Look For Good, to talk about grief, loss, and the long road toward healing. Kathy shares how clinging to God and grounding herself in Scripture carried her through deep pain and heartache.

We discuss the reality of grief—how it hurts, how it lingers, and how faith doesn’t erase the pain but gives us strength to endure it. If you’re walking through loss or supporting someone who is, this episode offers hope, truth, and a reminder that even in the darkest seasons, God is still present.

Topics Include:

- Why she wrote on this topic.

- How to approach people who've lost loved ones.

- What the Bible says about grief.

- Daily routines in the Bible.

- What tunnel vision is and how to overcome it.

- Parenting in today's society.

Check out Kathy's book: https://a.co/d/6DqAhX5