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Episode 608 I Literally Just Said That: The...

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2026/10/05

Ever share an idea that gets ignored—only to hear someone else say the exact same thing and suddenly everyone listens? This week, we're talking about credibility discounting, why some voices are given more weight than others, and how to reclaim your voice without getting louder.

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23:49

Episode 607 Everybody Should Be Able To Talk to Anybody

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2026/10/01

What happens when the organizational chart starts determining not only who is responsible, but who is allowed to talk to whom? This episode explores why healthy churches and nonprofits need both open communication and clear accountability. We’ll talk about organizational silos, communication vacuums, the danger of making leaders the middleman for every conversation, and why talking to people instead of about them is essential for healthy culture. Great organizations don’t just have good infor...

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16:23

Episode 606 Are We Okay? The Deeper Roots of...

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2026/09/28

Why do some of us need reassurance again and again—even after we've already received it? This Mental Health Monday explores the deeper roots of reassurance-seeking, from anxiety and uncertainty to attachment, self-trust, and fear of disconnection, plus practical ways to begin breaking the cycle.

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22:29

Episode 605 The High Cost of Getting It Right

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2026/09/24

How much is your organization spending—through time, energy, bureaucracy, missed opportunities, and frustrated leaders—trying to make sure nobody ever makes a mistake? This episode explores what happens when healthy accountability becomes organizational paralysis. For church and nonprofit leaders, the challenge isn’t to eliminate mistakes; it’s to know which mistakes require strong safeguards and which ones we can afford to make, learn from, and fix. Because sometimes the greatest cost isn’t ...

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18:15

Episode 604 Worst-Case Scenario Thinking:...

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2026/09/21

Ever turn one unanswered text, small mistake, or unexpected problem into a full-blown disaster in your head? This Mental Health Monday explores catastrophizing—why our brains jump to worst-case scenarios, how anxiety makes those thoughts feel believable, and simple ways to come back to what’s actually happening.

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28:00

Episode 603 Make It Safe To Take The Risk

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2026/09/17

What if your team doesn’t have an innovation problem—they have a safety problem? In this episode, we explore what taking risks means for those of us leading churches and nonprofits. We’ll talk about the difference between risk and recklessness, why our response to failure shapes organizational culture, how control can masquerade as responsible leadership, and why people stop bringing us new ideas when we’ve taught them that failure isn’t safe. Great leaders don’t guarantee that every ide...

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18:22

Episode 602 When Your Brain Won’t Let It Go:...

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2026/09/14

Ever replay a conversation long after it’s over? In this Mental Health Monday Mini, we’re talking about rumination—why our brains get stuck in thought loops, how it affects relationships, parenting, and leadership, and three practical ways to stop circling and start moving forward.

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24:55

Episode 601 The Hidden: You Don't Know What You Don't...

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2026/09/10

What if one of the greatest dangers in leadership is what you don’t know? As we begin a new season, we’re turning to the leadership lessons found inside one of the most creative organizations in the world: Pixar. Drawing from Ed Catmull’s Creativity, Inc., this episode explores his powerful warning: “If you don’t strive to uncover what is unseen and understand its nature, you will be ill prepared to lead.” We’ll talk about leadership blind spots, why success can sometimes hide dysfunction, ho...

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39:08

Episode 561 When The Church Gets In the Way

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2026/08/20

What happens when the systems we build to support the mission of the church actually begin getting in the way of it? In this episode, Pastor Brad sits down with Pastor Ryan Dockery for an honest conversation sparked by a provocative reflection on some of the systemic challenges facing organized Christianity. From our obsession with bigger and better to celebrity leadership, constant programming, institutional self-preservation, image management, and the difference between activity and genuine...

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17:02

Episode 560 Be a Goldfish: When Your Brain Won’t Let...

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2026/08/17

Ever replay a five-minute conversation for the next five hours? Inspired by Ted Lasso’s advice to “be a goldfish,” this Mental Health Monday explores why our brains get stuck replaying mistakes, rejection, and difficult moments—and how to take the lesson without carrying the shame. We’ll talk rumination, parenting, leadership, relationships, and four practical ways to help your brain finally move forward.

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25:18

Episode 559 The Leader Who Makes Others Matter

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2026/08/13

What if the greatest measure of your leadership isn’t the impact you make, but the impact others discover they can make because of you? Inspired by a powerful insight from Vanessa Van Edwards at the Global Leadership Summit, this episode explores the difference between being the leader everyone needs and becoming the leader who empowers others to lead. We’ll talk about trust, giving away ownership, asking better questions, and why great leadership isn’t about becoming the most important perso...

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19:35

Believe — Finding Hope When You Can’t See What Comes...

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2026/08/10

What do you hold on to when life hasn’t given you much reason to believe things will get better? Inspired by Ted Lasso’s simple message to “Believe,” this episode explores realistic hope, the psychology behind it, why stress can make possibilities harder to see, and how parents, leaders, and helpers can keep moving forward without pretending everything is okay.

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Episode 557 Honoring Tradition While Innovating The...

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2026/08/06

How do we honor our history while still trying to reach a changing world? How do we preserve our mission without becoming captive to our methods? This episode explores why innovation isn't the enemy of tradtion, why healthy organizations distinguish between mission and method, and how leaders can faithfully guide change while honoring the traditional foundation.

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16:14

Episode 556 Curiosity Creates Connection

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2026/08/03

What if one question could change your relationships? This week, we're exploring the powerful quote, "Be curious, not judgmental," and how choosing curiosity over assumptions can strengthen leadership, parenting, counseling, and everyday relationships. We'll discuss the neuroscience behind judgment, why our brains jump to conclusions, and practical ways to create more empathy and connection in a divided world.

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17:54

Episode 555 Leadership and Hard Conversations

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2026/07/31

In this episode we explore having those difficult conversations. The ones we want to avoid. These conversations are never easy, but leaders owe people honesty, clarity, and dignity regardless. In this episode we will explore why avoiding these conversations often creates greater harm, how honesty can be an act of compassion, and how courageous leaders speak the truth.

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26:27

Episode 554 Back-to-School Anxiety Starts Earlier...

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2026/07/27

School may not have started yet, but your brain already knows change is coming. In this episode, we explore why back-to-school anxiety often begins weeks before the first bell rings. Learn the neuroscience behind anticipatory anxiety, practical ways to calm your nervous system, and encouragement for teachers, school counselors, school leaders, parents, and helpers entering a new season with confidence and compassion.

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15:19

Episode 553 Why Relationships Matter

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2026/07/23

In this episode we continue to look at leadership lessons from Bob Iger and his book "The Ride of a Lifetime". Today we discuss the importance of relationships in leadership. For pastors and nonprofit leaders, this lesson carries special weight. Leadership can be isolating, and without healthy relationships, leaders often find themselves exhausted, disconnected, and vulnerable to burnout. This episode explores why trust is the foundation of leadership, how relationships move vision forward, a...

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28:36

Episode 552 Tired But Wired

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2026/07/20

Insomnia is more than a sleep problem. In this episode, we explore how stress, mental health, an overactive nervous system, and hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can affect sleep—and what can help your brain and body begin to rest again.

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Episode 551 Trust Your Instinct

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2026/07/16

In the book "Ride of a Lifetime," author Bob Iger says that great leaders trust their instincts, but they also don't act impulsively. They gather information, they seek wise counsel, analyze the facts, examine their own motives and then move. This is the process of discernment. Today we examine the difference between impulsiveness and instinct, why over analysis can be dangerous, and how mature leaders make wise decisions even when there isn't certainty.

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24:14

Episode 550 Care Deeply, Carry Less

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2026/07/13

When caring turns into carrying, emotional exhaustion is not far behind. This episode explores how helpers and leaders can stay compassionate, set healthy boundaries, and protect their own mental health. Practical Resources National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Articles and support groups for stress, compassion fatigue, and mental wellness.American Psychological Association: Research-based information on stress, resilience, and healthy coping.The Empath's Survival Guide by Judith Orloff...

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