Announcement: I'm pausing the podcast to close out Season One.

I'm taking time to focus on some major goals and get ahead on episodes so that I can keep producing great content.

Check out Episode 16 for a recap of the best moments from Season One.

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A few of the best clips from my first 15 episodes…

Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

0:44 - The Danger of Filter Fatigue [Ep 1: Brandon True]

5:30 - How to find your Calling [Ep 6: Ps Dave Smith]

8:06 - Action Creates Insight [Ep 9: Cody Lutz]

14:42 - Manifesto Against Mediocrity [Ep 10: Dr. Matthew Weathers]

15:59 - Embrace the Boring [Ep 10: Dr. Matthew Weathers]

20:31 - The Power of Asking Better Questions [Ep 11: Dr. Jim Wiginton]

23:49 - Missions and the 1040 Window [Ep 13: Jono Brake]

27:06 - Braking the Tribal Caste System [Ep 15: Paul Zimmer]

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The islanders refuse access to Westerners. Unless you have a beneficial reason to come - then they beg you to show up. That is BAM at work - using skills and talents God gave to create access.

Guest Bio:

Paul Zimmer is a missionary, innovator, and founder of Faith Baptist Church and Faith Christian Academy on Yap Island, Micronesia. With a background in electrical engineering and theology, Paul has uniquely blended his skills to serve remote communities since 2001.

He pioneered the use of a sawmill and later solar energy to build both relationships and infrastructure, overcoming cultural barriers with practical solutions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul shifted focus to a solar business in the US, funding ongoing ministry efforts back in Yap.

Social Links:

Pacific HELPS: https://pacifichelps.org

Detail Solar: https://detailsolar.com/

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Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Paul’s Salvation and Calling

9:30 - First Mission Trip to Micronesia

15:45 - Starting Ministry in Yap

24:00 - Using a Sawmill to Open Doors

32:00 - Cultural Challenges on Yap

38:30 - Language, Stone Money & Gospel Pictures

43:00 - Solar Power and Ministry Expansion

51:20 - Government & Outer Islands Solar Projects

58:40 - Certification and Business as Missions

1:07:00 - Starting Faith Christian Academy

1:13:30 - School Culture and Breaking Caste

1:23:00 - COVID Lockdown Impact

1:29:00 - Funding and Future Vision

1:35:00 - Paul’s Early Business Ventures

1:41:00 - Spiritual Currency & Faith in Action

A friend and I have a conversation. It's wide-ranging, topics from AI to education after college to how to stay motivated.

Hope you enjoy!

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Time Stamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:55 - Getting Started with AI 12:00 - Building an AI Audit Agency 22:15 - Learning and Overcoming Overwhelm 33:40 - Investing in Skills and Education 44:50 - Seasons of Life and Work Priorities 56:30 - Physical and Spiritual Discipline 1:05:10 - Community and Intentional Relationships 1:14:00 - Faith in Ambition 1:25:45 - Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

Half a million dollars lost, a tax office ally, and a radical shift from marketing to marketplace pastor—this journey is anything but typical.

Guest Bio:

Jonathan Brake, known as Jono, is an Australian entrepreneur, leadership mentor, and Business as Mission (BAM) coach with over 20 years of experience. Co-founder of the Forge Leader and creator of the Forge Mentor, he helps business owners align their purpose with strategy. Having worked with companies on six continents, from startups to billion-dollar enterprises, Jono bridges faith and leadership to impact the toughest mission fields across the globe.

Guest Social Links:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonathanbrake

The Forge Leader: https://theforgeleader.com

Resources:

"Measure What Matters" by John Doerr BAM Global: https://bamglobal.org "Insanity of God" - Book on underground church movements

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Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

4:20 - From Marketing to Marketplace Ministry

15:32 - The 1040 Window Explained

25:40 - Business as Missions (BAM) Growth

35:15 - Leadership Lessons Through Failure

46:55 - The Trail Markers Framework for Leadership

59:10 - The Power of Pause and Listening Prayer

1:12:00 - Motivation Rooted in Identity in Christ

1:24:50 - Motivation and Evangelism Insights

1:35:00 - Reflections on Church and Community

1:45:20 - Closing Thoughts

From a family hobby, Seth Roland built a global business selling luxury pens—and used Facebook Live to create access to redemptive relationships!

Guest Bio

Seth Roland is an international high-end pen dealer whose entrepreneurial journey started as a family hobby and grew into a global business. He’s skilled in designing and sourcing pens made from exotic materials like mammoth ivory, gold, and rare woods, selling them across 30+ countries. Along the way, Seth has spent significant time in North Africa, learning Arabic, connecting with local vendors, and experiencing firsthand the nuanced opportunities for missions in Islamic cultures. He’s passionate about using business not just for profit, but as a tool to support missionaries, foster relationships, and bring creativity to the mission field.

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Fired for sharing an executive summary of the Bible! Why learning how to ask great questions is a superpower.

Guest Bio: Dr. Jim Wiginton is a global executive turned business coach and mentor with decades of experience at the helm of corporations like Michelin North America. A Doctor of Business Administration graduate from the Paris School of Business, he has dedicated his post-corporate career to coaching over 200 companies, focusing on leadership grounded in biblical wisdom. Beyond business, Jim leads mission teams abroad and offers strategic guidance rooted in faith.

Guest Social Links:

• Broad Insights: https://broadinsights.com

Resources:

• Charles Bridges’ Commentary on Proverbs
• Change Your Questions, Change Your Life by Marilee Adams

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Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

2:13 - Faith Cost in Corporate Life

7:10 - Spiritual Conversations at Work

12:38 - The Art of Asking Questions

15:53 - Speak to People Not About Them

18:26 - Proverbs as Leadership Tools

21:10 - Transition to Entrepreneurship

26:15 - Building Trust with Clients

28:27 - When to Get an MBA

31:29 - Lessons from Living Abroad

34:08 - Consulting Success Story

36:58 - Advice for Ambitious Young Christians

40:41 - Following God’s Lead Daily