One thing that you won't miss if you're tuning in to watch the Summer Olympics is loss and disappointment, more so even than victory and celebration. The games, and the journey to get there, are filled with grief, setbacks, rejection, loss, and pain. The question for every athlete who experiences loss is this: what will you do with it? Will you allow it to define you and predict your path?

The same question applies to us because no one escapes those types of experiences.

The most recognized male figure skating star in the world, Scott Hamilton has won 70 titles, awards and honors including an Emmy Award nomination, induction into the United States Olympic Hall of Fame and a privileged member of the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame.

In 1984, Scott captured the attention of the world with his Olympic Gold medal performances in Saravejo and since has shared his love and enthusiasm for the sport as a analyst/commentator, performer, producer and best-selling author (Finish First: Winning Changes Everything, 2018; The Great Eight, 2009; Landing It, 1999). He further inspires others as a speaker, humanitarian, and as a cancer and pituitary brain tumor survivor.

After losing his mother to cancer, then becoming a survivor himself, Scott turned activist, launching the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation (Cancer Alliance for Research, Education and Survivorship). He founded several education and survivorship programs including Chemocare.com and the 4th Angel Mentoring Program. Events such as Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer and An Evening with Scott Hamilton & Friends galas fund research into treatments that treat the cancer and spare the patient harm.

Scott recently launched Live Your Days – a call to being present and not let day after day pass, just going through the checklist of life. It is about putting down your phone to enjoy the people and moments that God has given you, because we don’t control the number of days we have on this earth, we only control what we do with them. The online platform includes a weekly podcast interview, 30-day life challenges with easy to implement tips and merchandise, with proceeds benefiting the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation.

He is also the founder of the Scott Hamilton Skating Academy at the Ford Ice Centers in Antioch, TN and Bellevue, TN, where he may frequently be found coaching Learn to Skate students and sharing his love of skating.

In what little free time remains, Scott can be found on the golf course and enjoys spending time with his wife Tracie and four children – at their home in Nashville, Tennessee.

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If you've ever found yourself with a full schedule but an empty heart, you're in good company. It's far too easy to get caught up in our tasks and commitments and miss out on the presence of God who's always with us.

Tim Timmons is one of my friends who reminds me that God is always available in the here and now.

After two decades of ministry and a lifetime of looking for Jesus, Tim is no stranger to pain, cancer, sorrow, failure, joy and hope. “For most of my life,” Tim shares, “I found myself working FOR God, and not WITH Him, which led to my tired soul desperately searching for more. Saying, ‘Jesus, is this all there is?’” 

When Tim is home, he, Hilary (his wife of 23 years), their four children, and friends gather all week long, including Sunday mornings (Journey Church), and encourage each other to put Jesus into practice in the regular rhythms of our days.

Tim has a new album with Integrity Music, titled HERE, which is now available.

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We all want to make a difference with our lives, to do something meaningful and leave a mark. But for so many people, they wait too long to be zapped by a specific, unique calling. If that’s you- you find yourself waiting and wondering, maybe on the verge of feeling like you’re languishing, then you’re going to want to meet my friend, Liz Bohannon.

Liz Forkin Bohannon is the founder of Sseko Designs. Sseko is an ethical fashion brand that works to educate and empower women. By providing employment and educational opportunities, Sseko enables women to continue their education and become leaders in their country. In four years, Sseko has grown from three women making sandals together under a mango tree, to an international fashion brand that provides employment, educational opportunities and entrepreneurial training to over 50 women in East Africa.

Using her unlikely story of a journalist-gone-shoe-maker, Liz shares her passion for social enterprise, conscious consumerism, social justice, creative leadership, gender equity, risk-taking, and empowering women. She believes deeply that business is a powerful platform for social change and that girls are our future.

She now splits her time between Uganda and Portland, Oregon, where she and her husband Ben run Sseko Designs.

Her new book, Beginner’s Pluck: Build Your Life of Purpose and Impact Now, is now available. 

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It's far too easy to take things too seriously. It makes sense- life is intense, especially the long season we just went through. Even when we approach our dreams and ambitions- things that are actually designed to bring us more life, more joy, and more adventure- it's easy to slip into a mode of intensity that saps all the goodness from us. 

So what does it look like to return to joy, even amid working through the tough challenges and setbacks, too?

I'm so happy to have my good friend Lysa TerKeurst on our podcast this week. Lysa is president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the #1 New York Times’ bestselling author of Seeing Beautiful Again: 50 Devotions to Find Redemption in Every Part of Your Story and Forgiving What You Can’t Forget and It’s Not Supposed to Be This. She writes from her gray farm table and lives with her family in North Carolina. Connect with her at LysaTerKeurst.com or on social media @LysaTerKeurst.

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Some of us can sense the moments or seasons when we know deep down that the path we're on is no longer working. Whether you'd describe it as a deep dissatisfaction or a draw towards something else, sometimes it feels like we're on the edge of discovering our next ambition. 

For anyone right now feeling like it's about time for a change, I can't wait for you to listen to Todd Tilghman's journey on the podcast this week. 

Todd Tilghman is a husband and father passionate about family, adoption, loving people, bringing joy and music. Though Todd is best known as the winner of Season 18 on NBC’s The Voice, he has been involved with music and singing his entire life. Todd sang his first song in church at age eight and has spent the years since singing for the love of singing. It’s difficult to place Todd’s music into genre constraints as he simply sings what he experiences. Todd has spent his adulthood in full-time ministry and currently resides in Meridian, Mississippi, with his wife, Brooke, and their eight children. Todd and Brooke have a new book coming out June 2021 titled Every Little Win: How Celebrating Small Victories can Lead to Big Joy and Todd is currently working on music for his debut album. Here's a peek at his new song, Jesus and You.

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It's tempting to look at someone who's been successful and assume it was an easy ride for them. For most people though, success didn't come easy at all. They pushed through a bunch of obstacles and kept persevering through a variety of setbacks.

Confronting fear and anxiety, tolerating a lot of risks, maintaining a relentless focus on an ambition despite the odds or opinions- those are the ingredients that differentiate folks who make it and those who don't. And it's in those realities that we develop the resolve that will sustain us no matter what comes. 

This week I'm so thrilled for my new friend and Nascar racing sensation, Natalie Decker, to join us in our ongoing conversation about dreaming big. She not only embodies focus and determination but also someone who knows what it takes to push through setback after setback.

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With Father's Day this Sunday, this is your official reminder- it's not too late to send a gift! Honoring the dads, granddads, and father figures in our lives is a great way to not only acknowledge them but also to give a nod to God for placing them in our lives. 

I know that Father's Day can be a mixed bag. Not everyone grew up with a kind, loving dad in their lives. There are many dads themselves who struggle with regret or heartbreak because of the broken relationships they have with their own kids. 

Regardless, this week is an invitation to lean into whatever you need to. It's a reminder that the story with your dad or as a dad isn't finished yet, there's still more to be learned, or still more to be grieved. So let the conversation I have with Michael W. Smith about his latest book be a guide to the reflection work you need to do. 

Michael W. Smith, a multi-platinum recording artist, has won three Grammy Awards, forty-five Dove Awards, an American Music Award, and has sold more than fifteen million albums. He has also given back to the global community, having raised funds to battle AIDS in Africa alongside U2’s Bono; started Rocketown, a safe haven for young people in Tennessee to meet and find hope; and has helped to improve more than 83,000 children’s lives through Compassion International. With a career spanning more than four decades, Smith has also starred in two films and written fourteen books, including his newest The Way of the Father: Lessons from My Dad, Truths about God. He lives with his wife, Debbie, in Franklin, Tennessee. They have five adult children and sixteen grandchildren.

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For those of you who live a life of constant confrontation- whether it's with the status quo or injustice, you know what it's like to push through. You've developed the fortitude, strength, and resilience to keep moving and keep fighting. But, have you developed the "unforced rhythms of grace" you need to continuously restore your soul, too?

As we transition to summer, this is your official invitation to take care of yourself. We all need you to be at your best and have everything you need internally to keep fighting the fight.

Christine Caine is an Australian born, Greek blooded, lover of Jesus, a sought-after international speaker, author and activist. Known for her ability to effectively communicate a message of hope, Christine has a heart for reaching the lost, strengthening leadership, and championing the cause of justice. Together with her husband, Nick, she founded the anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign–a recipient of the Mother Theresa Memorial Award for their work combating human trafficking among refugees. They also founded Propel Women, an organization designed to celebrate every woman’s passion, purpose, and potential. Christine and Nick make their home in Southern California with their daughters, Catherine and Sophia.

Her latest book, How Did I Get Here? Finding Your Way Back to God When Everything is Pulling You Away is now available. 

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Nobody stands at the altar on their wedding day and vows, "Hey- let's just shoot for typical, ok?" Rather, wedding days are filled with hope and imagination for a beautiful life spent together.

But then real life happens.

Marriage is certainly not an easy endeavor. And rarely does anyone get taught how to navigate the complexities of marriage, like navigating conflict, financial stress, career struggles, or raising kids together. With all of that, you throw in a global pandemic on top of it, and so many marriages have really struggled recently.

So, where can we turn to help us sort it all out? I can think of no one better suited than Carey and Toni Nieuwhof.

Carey Nieuwhof is a best-selling leadership author, speaker, podcaster, former attorney, and church planter. He writes one of today’s most influential leadership blogs, and his online content is accessed by leaders over 1.5 million times a month. He speaks to leaders around the world about leadership, change and personal growth. Carey and his wife, Toni have been married for over 30 years.

Toni Nieuwhof is a family law mediator, former divorce attorney, author, speaker and co-host of the Smart Family Podcast. Toni and Carey have spoken publicly about their marriage and she has just released a book to help struggling marriages, Before You Split. From her attorney work, she gives her readers a clearer view of their future options, while also showing how her marriage with Carey went from that bad to this good.

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There are so many ways to get distracted from pursuing our big ambitions. Some of them, though, are much more serious than others- like depression and other mental health challenges.

We can't separate our mental health from the rest of our lives- it's the foundation for everything. That's why it's so important to develop habits of getting real, being authentic and honest with friends, and seeking help when you need it.

This week, on the Dream Big Podcast, we're engaging in a serious discussion about mental health with a dear friend of mine who is articulate and incredibly genuine.

About Michelle Williams: Michelle Williams is a Grammy Award-winning recording artist and actress who rose to stardom as a member of the R&B mega group, Destiny’s Child, and most recently appeared as the Butterfly on Fox’s hit series, The Masked Singer. Her successful solo albums include Heart to Yours; Do You Know; Unexpected, which spawned the internationally charted single, “We Break the Dawn”; and Journey to Freedom, which featured groupmates Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland on the single, “Say Yes.” Also a talented actress, she debuted on Broadway in Aida (2003) and starred in productions of The Color Purple (2007), Chicago (2009–10), What My Husband Doesn't Know (2011) and Fela! (2013). Michelle is passionate about raising awareness about mental health and about sharing the lessons she has learned in her own struggle with depression.

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We talk often about what we do for work- it's one of the most common questions and points for conversation. But rarely do we talk about how we work, which matters as much if not more than what we do. 

When we're not approaching our work with thoughtful intentionality, when we aren't allowing others to speak into our approach, our calendars, and our commitments, we miss the opportunity to experience more joy, meaning, and impact. 

So this week I wanted to spend some time inviting Michael Hyatt, one of the most deliberate and thoughtful guys in the world, to guide us to be more reflective about work. 

Michael Hyatt is the founder and chairman of Michael Hyatt & Co., which helps leaders get the focus they need to win at work and succeed at life. Formerly chairman and CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers, Michael is also the creator of the Full Focus Planner and a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of several books, including Free to Focus, Your Best Year Ever, Living Forward, and Platform. His work has been featured by the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, Businessweek, Entrepreneur, and other publications. Michael has been married to his wife, Gail, for more than forty years. They have five daughters, three sons-in-law, and nine grandchildren. They live just outside Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more at MichaelHyatt.com.

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Bart Millard, best known as the front man of award-winning Christian group MercyMe, is also an acclaimed songwriter and artist in his own right. The iconic song “I Can Only Imagine,” written solely by Millard, made history in 2019 as the first song in Christian music to go 4x platinum. 

The band was recently named Billboard's Top Christian Artist of the 2010 decade and in. In 2009, Billboard named MercyMe's "Word Of God Speak," co-written by Millard, the No. 1 Song of The Decade in both the Christian Songs and Christian AC Songs categories. The songwriting talents of Millard and his fellow band members have made MercyMe a radio mainstay, yielding 48 No. 1 multi-format Christian radio singles and 4 consecutive mainstream hits. The band has won numerous GMA Dove Awards, several American Music Awards, a Billboard Music Award, and has received multiple GRAMMY® Award nominations.

Millard received a GRAMMY® Award nomination for his solo project, Hymned Again, which was a follow-up to his first successful solo outing, Hymned. Most recently, he received the GMA Songwriter of the Year (Artist) award at the 2019/50th Annual GMA Dove Awards. 

A major motion picture based on the life of Millard, who penned the mega hit song “I Can Only Imagine” after the loss of his father, opened at a remarkable No. 3 at the box office on March 16, 2018 (Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions.) The film grossed over $83 million and starred Dennis Quaid, Trace Adkins, J. Michael Finley, Cloris Leachman, Madeline Carroll, and Priscilla Shirer. Carrying the same name, Millard’s first memoir also released in 2018. 

MercyMe’s highly anticipated tenth studio album, inhale (exhale) released April 30, 2021. 

Millard and his wife, Shannon, reside in Franklin, TN along with their five children.

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As we try to think through shifts in our careers or moving forward on our ambitions, nothing will debilitate us faster than focusing on the roadblocks or distractions. Our human nature will draw us to see things that just aren't there, or to miss the important pieces altogether.

That's why I asked my dear friend, Ginny Owens, to shed some light on what it looks like to listen to another voice.

Blind since age three, Ginny’s unique approach to music and books on darkness, life, and faith has a way of helping us see more clearly so we can find hope in the midst of suffering. Here's what she's learned: "You don't always get to choose your circumstances, but you do get to choose the story your life tells."

A multiple award-winning and critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter, Ginny Owens became a household name when she was named the Gospel Music Association’s “New Artist of the Year” in 2000. In a meaningful career that now encompasses nearly two decades of music – including 10 full-length recordings, three EPs, a popular Christmas album, number one radio singles, and numerous film and television placements – Ginny’s heartbeat behind the music remains the same – to inspire others through sharing her own story in song.

Born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, a degenerative eye condition left Ginny completely blind by the tender age of three. As her vision diminished, her love of music and the piano expanded, and Ginny discovered songwriting as a window into her unseen world. The unique perspectives inspired by her vision impairment have resulted in inspirational lyrics paired with her diverse musicianship to afford her a space on an even more diverse set of stages, including the Sundance Film Festival, Lilith Fair and the White House, and recordings that transcend genre expectations.

In November 2016, Owens launched the Love Be the Loudest campaign, an initiative in which a portion of album sales are donated to increasing the work of already thriving non-profit organizations.

A 3-time Dove Award winner, Ginny’s songs have also been recorded by popular artists like Michael W. Smith, JJ Heller and Rachael Lampa, and the sought-after songstress was commissioned to write the song, “Fly Away,” for the 2017 film, Trafficked – a song that found itself among the song selections considered for the Academy Awards ballot for Best Original Song in a Motion Picture earlier this year. Ginny is also an author, co-authoring Transcending Mysteries, published by HarperCollins in 2015, and the multi-faceted performer also hosts a popular video blog entitled, “How I See It,” in which Owens helps viewers understand the ins-and-outs of living day-to-day life as a blind person.

For more information on Ginny, or her philanthropic work with Love Be the Loudest, visit: GinnyOwens.com and LoveBeTheLoudest.com. Ginny's new book, "Singing in the Dark: Finding Hope in the Songs of Scripture" is now available. 

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When we started the Dream Big Podcast, our hope was to provide some inspiring and empowering content for a few of our friends who’d participated in past Dream Big workshops. We didn’t have the imagination that it would be shared with so many friends. 

Thank you for giving us the honor to walk alongside you as you chase your big ambitions- you’re the fuel that keeps us going. 

As a way to celebrate 4 million downloads to date, we want to share the From Dream to Reality mini workbook we put together. Just click here to grab i t, print it out, and spend some time making your dreams come to life.

Greg McKeown is a speaker, a bestselling author, and the host of the popular podcast What’s Essential. He has been covered by The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, Politico, and Inc., has been interviewed on NPR, NBC, Fox, and The Steve Harvey Show, and is among the most popular bloggers for LinkedIn. He is also a Young Global Leader for the World Economic Forum. McKeown’s New York Times bestselling book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less has sold more than a million copies worldwide. Originally from London, England, he now lives in California with his wife, Anna, and their four children.

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Jenny Nuccio is the Founder and CEO of Imani Collective — a social enterprise + holistic women’s empowerment program in Mombasa, Kenya committed to breaking the generational poverty. Having lived as an integral part of her Kenyan community since 2013, she is committed to the collaborative advancement of equitable opportunity for the friends she works with every day, as well as for marginalized populations world-wide.

She also is the Co-Founder of the School of Ethical Impact and brings a unique intersection of both classroom + real-world social entrepreneurship expertise. But this is only part of her identity: Most days you can find her laughing with her kiddos, wondering the streets of Mombasa, or simply enjoying a great cup of Kenyan coffee. She wears many hats, but some of her favorites are being a wife and mother of three who is passionate about spreading joy and helping inspire women from all walks of life to pursue their dreams and step into their true potential.

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Gifted comedian, actor, podcast host, and author, Michael Jr., lives life with the punchline in mind. His laugh-out-loud stand-up shows, paired with his remarkable humility and candor, have landed him appearances on shows including The Tonight Show, The Late-Late Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, BET's ComicView, and more. A touring comedian, Michael Jr. uses comedy to inspire audiences to find their purpose and live a life fulfilled. Michael Jr. has spent a significant portion of his career making laughter commonplace in uncommon places such as homeless shelters and prisons, in addition to empowering his audiences with an appearance in Sony Pictures' feature film War Room as well as starring roles in Selfie Dad and MORE THAN FUNNY. Out on April 13, 2021, Michael Jr.'s debut book, FUNNY HOW LIFE WORKS, shares pivotal, often hilarious stories from his life, punctuated by self-reflections, universal truths, and earnest encouragement for readers to pick up the same threads and lessons in their own lives. On the home front, Michael Jr. is happily married and is the father to five beautiful children.

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Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of seven books, including his Wall Street Journal #1 bestseller, Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done. He’s an INC Magazine Top 100 Leadership speaker and has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people at conferences and companies around the world including: FedEx, Nissan, Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Chick-fil-A, Nokia, and Comedy Central. His large and highly engaged social media following includes nearly 300,000 Twitter followers, more than 187,000 Facebook followers, more than 125,000 Instagram followers, and more than 90,000 email subscribers who look to him for his unique blend of humor, honesty, and hope. He lives outside of Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife and two teenage daughters. His latest book, Soundtracks, will be available nationwide April 6, 2021.

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Anne Lamott is the New York Times bestselling author of Help, Thanks, Wow; Small Victories; Stitches; Some Assembly Required; Grace (Eventually); Plan B; Traveling Mercies; Bird by Bird; Operating Instructions, and the forthcoming Hallelujah Anyway. She is also the author of several novels, including Imperfect Birds and Rosie. A past recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and an inductee to the California Hall of Fame, she lives in Northern California.

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Roma Downey is an Emmy® nominated actress, producer and New York Times best-selling author for her novel “Box of Butterflies” and has been creating inspirational content for twenty-five years. Born in Northern Ireland, she was classically trained in London. She has performed on stage with the famed Abbey Theater and has appeared both on and off Broadway. For almost a decade, Roma starred on the hit CBS show, “Touched by an Angel.” In her role as the tender-hearted angel, Monica, she garnered multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.

Roma and her husband Mark Burnett produced “The Bible” series on the History Channel that was viewed by more than 100 million people in the US alone. They also produced the feature film “Son of God” that stunned the box office when it became one of the highest faith movie openings of all time. In 2016 Downey received the Irish Diaspora Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Screen from the IFTA as well as her star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Hollywood trade publication Variety recognized Downey as a "Trailblazer" and listed her as Variety’s ‘100 Most Powerful Women in Hollywood.’ The Hollywood Reporter included her and Burnett as their ‘Most Influential People of 2013’. In 2014, Downey won the ‘Movie Guide Grace Award’ for her role as Mother Mary. That same year, Downey was also honored on Variety’s Women of Impact.?

Roma launched LightWorkers Media (LightWorkers) in 2011 along with her husband, award-winning producer Mark Burnett. LightWorkers is now an MGM company, with Downey serving as its creative lead. LightWorkers.com, has become an online destination for uplifting and encouraging short-form digital and social content with over 300M monthly video views. Additionally, LightWorkers has produced the series “A.D.: The Bible Continues” for NBC, “The Women of the Bible” for Lifetime, “The Dovekeepers” for CBS, “Answered Prayers” for TLC, the feature films “Little Boy” for Open Road Films, “Woodlawn” for Pure Flix, “Ben-Hur" for MGM and Paramount, “On A Wing And A Prayer” for MGM, along with "Messiah” and "Country Ever After" for Netflix and “Redeeming Love” coming this Spring.

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Jessica Zweig is an award-winning entrepreneur and one of the nation’s most preeminent personal branding experts. As the Founder/CEO of SimplyBe. Agency, Zweig’s visionary work in defining and enhancing personal brands has gained her many notable accolades, including being named one of Crain's Chicago's 2020 Most Notable Entrepreneurs, one of Inc.’s Top Digital Marketer to Watch in 2017, a Personal Branding Expert by Forbes, and one of the Chicago Tribune’s Top 10 Entrepreneurs to Follow. Zweig also received a Stevie Award® “Female Entrepreneur of the Year” in 2018 and 2019. Zweig is also the host of The SimplyBe. Podcast, one of the Top 20 Marketing podcasts on iTunes. Guests of the show include NYT best-selling author Candace Bushnell, global peace ambassador Prem Rawat, and designer Rebecca Minkoff to name a few. Zweig’s highly anticipated debut book, “Be. A No Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself” will be released in February 2021, with Sounds True Publishing (Macmillan).

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What a thrill it was to have a conversation with the movie star, Jennifer Garner. The spirit of her life and the message of her new film, Yes Day, couldn’t jive any more closely with Dream Big.

Listen in to this special bonus episode as Bob and Jennifer talk about parenting, ambitions, and creating joy for the world. And make sure you watch the uplifting movie, Yes Day, premiering on Netflix Friday, March 12th.

* We also have exclusive video content from Bob and Jennifer’s conversation available on Bob Weekly.

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Mark Clark is the founding pastor of Village Church, a multi-site church with locations in multiple cities across Canada and online around the world, that seeks to reach skeptics and challenge Christians. He is the author of The Problem of God, winner of the 2018 Word Award for Evangelism. Mark has been the subject of several articles in Christianity Today and Outreach Magazine voted him one of the Top 26 Leaders to Watch. He resides in Vancouver, Canada, with his wife, Erin, and their three daughters.

Everybody Always For Kids is out now!

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Steve Leder is the senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles. After receiving his degree in writing and graduating cum laude from Northwestern University, and spending time studying at Trinity College, Oxford University, Leder received a master's degree in Hebrew letters in 1986 and rabbinical ordination in 1987 from Hebrew Union College. He is the author of the recently published book: The Beauty of What Remains.

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As one of the most respected leaders in the Church, Craig speaks frequently at leadership events and conferences worldwide. In addition to writing and speaking extensively on leadership principles and strategies, he serves as champion for the Global Leadership Summit, and hosts the top-ranking Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast. Glassdoor has also named him in the top 10 CEOs in the U.S. (small and midsize companies) and named Life.Church the #1 Place to Work under his leadership.

Craig is a New York Times bestselling author of books on a wide variety of topics, including dating and marriage, social media, purpose, direction, church leadership, and more. His latest book, Winning the War in Your Mind , shows you how to break free from the grip of destructive thinking, enabling you to live the life of joy and peace God has for you.

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Jamie Kern Lima started IT Cosmetics in her living room and grew the company into the largest luxury makeup brand in the country. She sold the company to L’Oréal in a billion-dollar deal and became the first female CEO of a brand in its history. Her love of her customers and remarkable authenticity and belief eventually landed her on the Forbes America’s Richest Self-Made Women list. Today, she’s a mother of two and an active investor, speaker, and thought leader who is passionate about inspiring and elevating women. She’s also an active philanthropist who has donated over $40 million in product and funds to help women face the effects of cancer with confidence. Learn more at JamieKernLima.com .

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Jason Brown grew up in Henderson, North Carolina. He went on to attend the University of North Carolina, where he played both guard and tackle before moving to center. He never missed a game. He was drafted in the fourth round by the Baltimore Ravens in 2005. Brown became a free agent in 2009 and was signed by the St. Louis Rams for $37.5 million, making him the highest-paid center in the league. He was again a free agent three years later, but rather than signing a new contract, Brown left the NFL and bought a 1,000-acre farm nearly Louisburg, North Carolina. Brown has been farming full-time since 2013, and he gives nearly everything that he grows (mostly sweet potatoes) to the poor. He shares his story in his book, Centered: Trading Your Plans for a Life That Matters, written with Paul Asay. He and his wife, Tay, have been married since 2003 and have eight children.

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Do you ever wonder if the Gospel is truly "good news" for your actual, everyday, often difficult, sometimes painful, and typically crazy real life? Well, it is. But sometimes we all need a reminder that God's faithfulness really does follow us into the face of all that harried, hard, and even humorous stuff of life.

In her new devotional LIFE, Lisa Harper gives you exactly that: a gut-level exploration of pertinent and redemptive moments in Scripture that prove God’s grace is more than sufficient for both the massive and the minuscule things of life.

Whether we deal with personal loss, ongoing trauma, global crisis, or simply a super bad hair day, the Gospel is more than enough to handle everything, so dive into LIFE and find some tangible hope for yours!

Lisa Harper is an engaging, hilarious communicator as well as an authentic and substantive Bible teacher that many enjoy hearing in person, or on countless TV and radio platforms. She holds a Master of Theological Studies from Covenant Seminary, and a doctorate-in-progress at Denver Seminary. She’s been in vocational ministry for thirty years and has written fifteen books and Bible study curriculums but says her greatest accomplishment by far is that of becoming Missy’s (her adopted daughter from Haiti) mama! They live on a hilly farmette south of Nashville, Tennessee, where they enjoy eating copious amounts of chips, queso, and guacamole.

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Elisabeth is a New York Times best-selling author, Emmy award-winning television co-host graduated from Boston College in 1999. Elisabeth played on their Big East Division I Championship Softball team while majoring in Studio Art and holding an apprenticeship at Reebok in their design department. After graduating, Elisabeth designed footwear for PUMA. In 2000, she competed in the second season of Survivor, The Australian Outback, outlasting her way to the final four. She co-hosted "The Look For Less" on E! Networks for three years, and then co-hosted the daytime talk show, The View on ABC, for ten years, marking a decade at the table with Barbara Walters. In 2013, Elisabeth joined the morning News Broadcast of Fox News Channel's, FOX & Friends, where she served as a co-host for two years. As a gluten-free celiac, Elisabeth has written "The G-Free Diet" and "Deliciously G-free" both about her journey cooking and living joyfully with Celiac disease. Her third book "Point of View" details her time at the View, and looking back on those years through God's lens, and the perspective of faith through the lessons she has learned the hard way. Elisabeth has been a member of TeamRWB, a veteran nonprofit since its founding year, and currently sits on the advisory board of The Positivity Project. Elisabeth is married to former NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst, Tim Hasselbeck, and they have three children, Grace, Taylor and Isaiah.

Her latest book, Flashlight Night: An Adventure in Trusting God is now available for pre-order, releasing on February 2nd.

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The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry is Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church. He is the Chief Pastor and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, and as Chair of the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church. Presiding Bishop Curry maintains a national preaching and teaching ministry, having been featured on The Protestant Hour and as a frequent speaker at churches, cathedrals, and conferences around the country and internationally.

He has authored five books: Love is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Time (2020); The Power of Love (2018); Following the Way of Jesus: Church's Teachings in a Changing World (2017); Songs My Grandma Sang (2015); and Crazy Christians: A Call to Follow Jesus (2013). He was one of the subjects of In Conversation: Michael Curry and Barbara Harris by Fredrica Harris Thompsett (2017).

He has authored numerous publications including columns for the Huffington Post and the Baltimore Times.

In 2018, Religion News Association named Presiding Bishop Curry religion newsmaker of the year.

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Tim Tebow is a two-time national champion, first-round NFL draft pick, and Heisman Trophy winner. After playing in the NFL for the Denver Broncos and the New York Jets, Tebow joined the SEC Network. In addition to his role on SEC Nation, the network's traveling road show, Tebow also contributes to a variety of other ESPN platforms. In 2016 he signed a professional baseball contract with the New York Mets. Through everything, Tebow’s true passion remains the work of the Tim Tebow Foundation, which he began in 2010. The foundation's mission is to bring faith, hope, and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. The foundation is fulfilling that mission every day by fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves all around the world.

Former NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner, multi-sport athlete, special needs advocate, and positive role model Tim Tebow encourages children to embrace their unique qualities in his first book for children, BRONCO AND FRIENDS: A PARTY TO REMEMBER (WaterBrook: January 5, 2021).

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Rachel Cruze is a two-time #1 national best-selling author, financial expert and host of The Rachel Cruze Show. Since 2010, Rachel has served at Ramsey Solutions, where she teaches people to avoid debt, save money, budget and how to win with money at any stage in life. She’s authored three best-selling books, including Love Your Life, Not Theirs and Smart Money Smart Kids, which she co-wrote with her father, Dave Ramsey. Her latest book Know Yourself, Know Your Money: Discover WHY You Handle Money the Way You Do and WHAT to Do About It will release in January 2021. Follow Rachel on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube or online at rachelcruze.com.

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Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC. One church in seven locations, NCC owns and operates Ebenezers Coffeehouse, The Miracle Theatre, and the DC Dream Center. NCC is currently developing a city block into The Capital Turnaround. This 100,000-square-foot space will include an event venue, child development center, mixed-use marketplace, and co-working space. Mark holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Regent University and is the New York Times best-selling author of twenty books, including Chase the Lion, the ECPA award-winning Whisper, and the children’s book God Speaks in Whispers, co-written by his daughter, Summer. Mark and his wife, Lora, have three children and live on Capitol Hill. For more information, visit markbatterson.com

In Win the Day: 7 Daily Habits to Help You Stress Less & Accomplish More (a Multnomah hardcover; 12/29/20), he now shares publicly—for the first time—his life-transforming habits which have helped him persevere through obstacles, solve problems and stay focused on his God-given assignments.

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Miles McPherson is the pastor of the Rock Church in San Diego, former defensive back for the San Diego Chargers, author, actor, motivational speaker, and founder of DoSomethingChurch.org. Miles is a unifier who makes the hope of the gospel real, relevant, and accessible, to empower people to make a difference in the world. Miles latest book “The Third Option” speaks out about the pervasive racial divisions in today’s culture and argues that we must learn to see people not by the color of their skin, but as God sees them—humans created in the image of God. In addition, Miles created The Third Option Similarity Training is designed to help individuals and organizations focus their attention on our similarities, rather than our differences, and to help us develop honoring relationships with those of different racial and ethnic backgrounds.

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Dec 16, 2020

Here's some good news: 2020 is coming to a close!

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Maybe you find yourself weary as we transition into the holidays. Weary from waiting or frustrated with the current state of our world and your circumstances. Well, you’re in good company. The disappointment or discouragement you feel is normal. The longings you feel and the hope you have for a new season have to be cultivated and kept alive. Advent is the season to bring our longings front and center, to create space for God to intervene and step into your world. Listen in this week as Bob and Scott talk about the hope of the advent season.

Soon we’re launching Bob Weekly, a member ship subscription where you receive weekly inspiring teaching messages from the one and only Bob Goff, plus guided reflection exercises and activities. Stay tuned, Bob Weekly launches on December 15th.

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Even in a long season of crisis, loss, or disappointment, turning our hearts to gratitude can make a big difference. Listen in this week as Bob and Scott talk through gratitude and thanksgiving as a declaration for being engaged and embracing the good in life.

We've designed a new online course, Dreaming Big For Your Family, for anyone who wants to create more connection and direction for their family.

Registration is open until December 1st. We hope you can join us!

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Brooke Ligertwood is a Grammy award winning songwriter, producer and worship leader and is the head of Hillsong Worship globally. Brooke has called Hillsong Church home since 2004, serving the church through creativity and song whilst also enjoying a successful 15 year mainstream career under her maiden name (Brooke Fraser). She passionately asserts that all of life, for the follower of Christ, is ministry. She and her husband Scott (also a songwriter) along with their two young daughters, are based in Orange County and are part of Hillsong California. Brooke is obsessive about the marriage of theology and art, and as such has penned beloved congregational anthems like ‘What a Beautiful Name’, ‘King of Kings’, ‘Hosanna’ and ‘Man of Sorrows’ as well as devotional favorites like ‘Awake My Soul’, ‘New Wine’ and ‘None But Jesus’.

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Joni Eareckson Tada is founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, an organization that provides Christian outreach in the disability community. Joni and Friends provides practical support and spiritual help to special needs families worldwide. Joni is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Joni and Ken: An Untold Love Story, Diamonds in the Dust, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning When God Weeps. Joni and her husband, Ken, reside in Calabasas, CA. For more information, visit www.joniandfriends.org.

Not sure if you heard, but we’re in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemic. Get it here. 

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Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel

Adrienne (Liesching) Camp is a South African-born singer/songwriter who was the lead singer of multi-GMA Dove Award-nominated pop/alternative rock band The Benjamin Gate, before retiring from the band to focus on her family. With five gold albums and more #1 radio singles on Billboard’s Christian AirPlay Chart than any other solo act, Jeremy Camp is one of the most successful artists in Christian music. His most recent album, The Story’s Not Over (2019), has already yielded two #1 radio hits, and three GMA Dove Award nominations.

In March of 2020, Jeremy and Adrienne partnered with Lionsgate and Kingdom Pictures for the release of I Still Believe, a biopic based on a portion of Camp’s life. The couple recently released In Unison (Harvest House Publishers), a marriage memoir with personal anecdotes and practical relationship tips.

Not sure if you heard, but we’re in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemic. Get it here.

On the episode:

Producer : Tatave Abeshyan 

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

For more than two decades, well-respected worship leader Kari Jobe has been using her gifts to lead people into the presence of God. When she began leading worship at age 13, she never imagined she would be nominated for a GRAMMY®, win multiple Dove Awards, have a RIAA Gold Certified single, or be praised by the New York Times. She has sold more than 1.4 million albums (TEA) in her career and has more than one billion career streams. Originally from Texas and now residing in Nashville, she tours the country with her husband Cody Carnes and their two boys, Canyon and Kingston, and they both serve at their home church The Belonging Co.

Not sure if you heard, but we’re in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemic. Get it here.

On the episode:

Producer : Tatave Abeshyan 

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Katie Spotz is a Christian adventurer, charitable ambassador, author and world-record holder. Katie is the youngest person to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean and was the first person to have swum the entire length of the Allegheny River. Katie recently finished her latest challenge, Run4Water, running 138-miles nonstop across Maine. To date, $400,000 has been raised for clean water projects as a result of Katie’s adventures. Katie’s story has been featured on CBS Morning Show, CBS Evening News, World News with Diane Sawyer, Anderson Cooper 360, New York Times, NPR, and other media outlets.

Not sure if you heard, but we’re in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemic. Get it here.

On the episode:

Producer : Tatave Abeshyan 

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Lecrae is a Grammy award-winning hip hop artist, entrepreneur, activist, and New York Times best-selling author. He is internationally respected for his socially responsible advocacy work, from mental health awareness and suicide prevention to racial justice and police brutality awareness. His newest book, entitled I Am Restored: How I Lost My Religion but Found My Faith, released Oct. 13 from Zondervan. Lecrae lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife and three children.

Calling All Writers!

Bob is opening up his unique, exclusive Facebook writing course this week only. Bob will guide you through his best practices-tips, mindset, process-everything. It's a really special community that gets formed, too, with a ton of peer feedback and support. It's only $99 and closing quickly. If you're interested, click HERE .

Not sure if you heard, but we’re in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemic. Get it here.

On the episode:

Producer : Tatave Abeshyan

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Eight-time Grammy nominee Natalie Grant has remained one of Christian music‘s top-selling artists with more than 500 million streams and multiple number 1’s on the Billboard albums and singles charts. Most recently, Grant launched her newest album No Stranger, which set a 20-year milestone and gave the singer the biggest first week debut of her career.

A fierce advocate for social justice, Natalie is also the co-founder of Hope For Justice, an international non-profit organization with 32 offices spanning 10 countries that works to end modern day slavery.

Over her 20-year career, Natalie’s prayer and mission has remained consistent: that people would experience faith and hope in everything that she does. Though her reach and responsibilities are vast, she continues to focus on her number one priority - family. Grant and her husband, Grammy award-winning songwriter/producer Bernie Herms, live in Nashville with their three daughters Bella, Grace and Sadie.

Not sure if you heard, but we're in a global pandemic. We put together a free workbook for you- Dreaming Big in a Pandemc. Get it here.

On this episode:

Producer: Tatave Abeshyan

Producer & Co -host: Scott Schimmel 

Season 3 is now live, and we’re so excited to share it with you. This season, we’re going to dive deep with each conversation into the nitty gritty of bringing an ambition to life. We want to know what it’s really like to go from dream to reality.


On the episode with Bob:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan 

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

It's a wrap on Season 2 of the Dream Big Podcast with Bob Goff and Friends. We've been through quite a bit together throughout the past few months with this season. Political division, global pandemic, economic shutdown, racial injustice...throughout all of it we've continued to carve out time each week to engage in thoughtful conversations about pursuing big ambitions.

Thank you for being a part of the podcast family! Don't worry, although we're taking a break for a few weeks, recording and production efforts have already begun on Season 3 with a unique twist...so stay tuned!

Bob's new book, Dream Big, is now available. In meantime, Click HERE to receive your free Dream Big Workbook.
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Also on this episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Jeremy Courtney is founder and CEO of Preemptive Love Coalition, a "first in, last to leave" community of peacemakers who provide front lines relief and long-term development in Iraq, Syria, and other areas of polarizing conflict. He is the author of Preemptive Love: Pursuing Peace One Heart at a Time.

Preemptive Love Coalition is regularly featured on CNN, FOX, ABC, NBC, PBS, CBS, Al-Jazeera, the BBC, and in The New York Times and USA Today. Jeremy has written for The Washington Post, TIME, and The Daily Beast. 

Jeremy has lived in Iraq with his wife, Jessica, and their two children since the middle of the Iraq War.

Bob's new book, Dream Big, is now available.
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Jamie Ivey is a podcaster, author, and speaker from Austin, Texas. She and her husband, Aaron, are parents to four kids, three of them being teenagers, so they are primarily Uber drivers.

Jamie loves to encourage women to love Jesus with all of their heart, soul, and mind. She believes stories change the world! She reveals this through her popular podcast, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, and through her bestselling book "If You Only Knew: My Unlikely, Unavoidable Story of Becoming Free." Her new book, "You Be You: Why Satisfaction and Success Are Closer Than You Think" (B&H Books), is now available.

Connecting with Jamie is easy,
@jamieivey on Instagram and Facebook, or visit www.jamieivey.com for more. 

Bob's new book, Dream Big, is now available.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Scott Sauls is the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee, co- founding pastor of the Nashville Institute for Faith and Work and author of "Jesus Outside the Lines," "Befriend," "From Weakness to Strength," and "Irresistible Faith." He previously served at New York City's Redeemer Presbyterian Church as a lead and preaching pastor alongside Dr. Timothy Keller.

His work has been featured in Christianity Today, Relevant, The Gospel Coalition and more.Scott's new book, "A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them" is now available. 

Bob's new book, Dream Big, is now available.
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Levi Lusko is the founder and lead pastor of Fresh Life Church located in Montana, Wyoming, Oregon, and Utah. He is the bestselling author of Through the Eyes of a Lion, Swipe Right, and I Declare War. Levi also travels the world speaking about Jesus.

He and his wife, Jennie, have one son, Lennox, and four daughters: Alivia, Daisy, Clover, and Lenya, who is in heaven.

For more information about Levi, please visit LeviLusko.com.

Bob's new book, Dream Big, is now available.
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Brad Montague is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and the award-winning writer, director, creator of Kid President.

As an artist, Montague's illustration work is spread across the internet daily and can regularly be seen on newsstands in Joanna and Chip Gaine's The Magnolia Journal. His work has garnered millions of views, been translated into countless languages, and caught the attention of people like Beyonce, Tom Hanks, and even the Obama White House. His book 'Becoming Better Grownups' released from Penguin Random House's Avery Books on March 31, 2020.

Montague Workshop is the creative agency Brad runs alongside his wife, Kristi. They serve as a 'friendly bureau of imagination' working to reimagine the future through the stories people tell and the ways they are told. From large brands and events to projects with Cartoon Network, the Walt Disney Company, the Fred Rogers Center and more, Montague Workshop is a joyfully rebellious breath of fresh air. With a special emphasis on finding ways kids and grownups can work together, their work is always about inspiring, encouraging and entertaining. 

Montague is the force behind 'Socktober' the worldwide annual drive connecting people to their local homeless shelters. Each year millions of people take part in providing basic human needs to men, women, and children without homes. It is a community driven project where people take part for no reward or recognition, but strictly for the good of their neighbors who are homeless.

Social links: 
Instagram: @bradmontague
Twitter: @thebradmontague
Facebook: http://facebook.com/montagueworkshopBecoming
Better Grownups: http://beabettergrownup.com

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Rory is one-half of the Grammy award winning country-music duo Joey+Rory.

As a songwriter, he's written multiple number-one songs including "Some Beach" by Blake Shelton and "Little More Country Than That" by Easton Corbin. His memoir This Life I Live is a New York Times Bestseller.

As a blogger, Rory shares his heart and story with the world in real-time through his personal blog that has over 2.3 million Facebook followers. And as a filmmaker and storyteller, he recently signed on as the chief-creative-officer for the television cable network RFD-TV and oversees all new shows and production. He also writes, shoots, and edits his new television docu-series This Life I Live, that brings his blog-style storytelling to life in 50 million homes each Sunday night.

Rory and his 6-year-old daughter Indiana live an hour south of Nashville on a historic farm where she attends a one-room schoolhouse with a dozen other children from the community that was built on the farm. 

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan
Engineer : Jackson Carpenter
Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

JOHNNYSWIM—Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano—translate the memories, moments, and milestones on their journey as a married couple into spirited, slick, and soulful anthems steeped in singer-songwriter tradition, yet amplified by alternative experimentation, rock energy, and pop ambition.

Building a fanbase through constant touring, 2013’s Heart Beats EP spawned “Don’t Let It Get You Down,” which clocked 17 million-plus Spotify streams. Their first full-length, Diamonds, arrived in 2014 as its single “Home” famously became the theme to HGTV hit Fixer Upper. The 2016 follow-up Georgica Pond yielded another fan favorite “First Try” as the duo sold out dates around the world.

Along the way, they garnered acclaim from Rolling Stone, NPR, The New York Times, Huffington Post, Nylon, Du Jour, and VH1 in addition to performing on The Today Show, CONAN, and more. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winning powerhouse Malay [Frank Ocean, Sam Smith], the group’s 2019 third full-length, Moonlight [Britannia Row Recordings/BMG], shines a light on the strength of their bond, the scope of their musical palette, and spirit of their stories together.
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Popular Instagram poet and artist Morgan Harper Nichols has created her life's work around the stories of others. Morgan's popular Instagram feed (@morganharpernichols) has garnered a loyal online community, and she is the author of All Along You Were Blooming, a book of poems and art she created in response to the personal stories submitted by her friends and followers.

Known for its lyrical tone and vibrant imagery, Morgan's work is an organic expression of the grace and hope we've been given in this world. Morgan has also performed as a vocalist on several GRAMMY-nominated projects and written for various artists, including a Billboard #1 single performed by her sister, Jamie-Grace.

Morgan is often on the road creating, teaching, and performing, in hopes of spreading her unique inspirational message and inviting others into her creative process. Morgan currently resides in Orange County, California, with her family.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Lauren Akins is a devoted mother, wife and philanthropist who lives in Nashville, TN with her husband, Country superstar Thomas Rhett and their three little girls, Willa Gray, Ada James and Lennon.

Lauren has been a passionate supporter and active volunteer for years and is enthusiastically continuing to support children in Uganda through her efforts with Love One International. 

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Donald Miller has helped thousands of businesses clarify their marketing messages so their companies grow.

He's the CEO of StoryBrand, the cohost of the Building a StoryBrand Podcast, and the author of several books, including the bestsellers Blue Like Jazz and A Million Miles in a Thousand Years.

He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife, Betsy, and their dogs, Lucy and June Carter.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Jen Hatmaker is the author of 12 books, including the New York Times bestselling "Of Mess and Moxie: Wrangling Delight Out of This Wild and Glorious Life," "For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards," and "7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess."

Jen is also the creator and happy host of award-winning For the Love! Podcast with Jen Hatmaker, delighted curator of the Jen Hatmaker Book Club and sought-after speaker who tours the country every year speaking to women. She and her husband, Brandon, founded the Legacy Collective and also starred in the popular series "My Big Family Renovation" and "Your Big Family Renovation" on HGTV.

Jen is a mom to five and a zealous resident of Austin, Texas, where she and her family are helping keep Austin weird.

For more information, please visit www.JenHatmaker.com.

Make sure you pick up a copy of Jen's latest book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire: The Guide to Being Glorious You.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Rachel Hollis is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a top business podcaster, the founder and CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives, and one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the world. As a bestselling author and wildly successful lifestyle influencer, she has built a global social media fanbase in the millions.

Dave Hollis is the COO of the Hollis Company. He is husband to Rachel and father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Together with his wife, Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together, a top health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company.

Rachel and Dave live with their family in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Max Lucado is a best-selling Christian author and writer and preacher at Oak Hills Church (formerly the Oak Hills Church of Christ) in San Antonio, Texas.

Max has written almost 100 books with 80 million copies in print, including three recipients of the Charles "Kip" Jordon Gold Medallion Christian Book of the Year (Just Like Jesus, In the Grip of Grace, and When God Whispers Your Name), and has also appeared regularly on several bestseller lists including the New York Times Best Seller List.

Lucado was named "America's Pastor" by Christianity Today magazine and in 2005 was named by Reader's Digest as "The Best Preacher in America." He has also been featured on The Fox News Channel, NBC Nightly News, Larry King Live, LLBN, and USA Today. He has been a featured speaker at the National Prayer Breakfast.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

John Cotton Richmond serves as the United States Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons and leads the Department's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. In October 2018, the Senate unanimously confirmed him and President Trump appointed him to lead the United States' global engagement to combat human trafficking and support the coordination of anti-trafficking efforts across the U.S. government.

Ambassador Richmond comes to the highest position in the federal government dedicated to combating human trafficking, after a distinguished career in the global battle for freedom. He co-founded the Human Trafficking Institute that exists to decimate modern slavery at its source by empowering police and prosecutors to use victim-centered and trauma-informed methods to hold traffickers accountable and ensure survivors are treated with respect and care.

Prior to the Institute, Ambassador Richmond served, for more than ten years, as a federal prosecutor in the U.S. Department of Justice's Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit where he was named one of the "Federal Prosecutors of the Year" by the Federal Law Enforcement Foundation. He investigated and prosecuted numerous victim-centered labor and sex trafficking cases throughout the United States. He also prosecuted cross burnings, police misconduct, and neo-Nazi hate crimes cases. Ambassador Richmond regularly served as an expert to the United Nations Working Group on Trafficking in Persons. He also lived in India for three years pioneering International Justice Mission's anti-slavery work.

Ambassador Richmond's work to combat human trafficking has earned numerous honors, including: receiving the David Allred Award for Exceptional Contributions to Civil Rights, twice earning the Department of Homeland Security's Outstanding Investigative Accomplishments in a Human Trafficking Award, as well as twice receiving the Department of Justice's Special Commendation Award.

Ambassador Richmond has trained judges, prosecutors, federal agents, law enforcement officers, and non-governmental organizations on effective, proactive human trafficking investigative and prosecutorial strategies. He also taught Human Trafficking Law, Policy, and Litigation at Pepperdine School of Law and Vanderbilt Law School. In 2018, while at the Human Trafficking Institute, he co-authored the first Federal Human Trafficking Report that collected and analyzed all the active federal human trafficking cases in the United States.

Ambassador Richmond earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Mary Washington and his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

There's never been a time where we're more mindful of the connections we share globally.

Way more than infecting each other with viruses through a pandemic; everything we do is interwoven, between our economies, policies, health practices, and values. Like the quarantined Italians serenading each other across the piazzas, we're all learning how to look out for each other's shared interests and get more involved in each other's welfare.

The pressing question then becomes: how do we be thoughtful and wise about the role we might play in redeeming the world?

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Entrepreneur, speaker, and host, Miles Adcox.

He is the Owner and CEO of Onsite, an internationally acclaimed emotional health retreat center that delivers life changing personal growth workshops, inspiring content, leadership retreats, and emotional health intensives. He is the owner of Onsite Music Publishing and Milestones at Onsite. He also serves as the spokesperson of The Onsite Foundation and the International Society for Experiential Professionals (ISEP).

Miles has created and managed multiple mental health programs, personal growth workshops, and speaks nationally on emotional wellness. He and Onsite have been featured on 20/20, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Dr Phil Show, and many more.

Miles works with, consults, and serves on the board of several non profits. He also consults major brands on organizational health and emotional wellness. He is a communication, personal growth, and mental health consultant to the entertainment industry.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Lisa Bevere's authentic and passionate teachings weave profound biblical truths with practical application. A New York Times best-selling author, her books are in the hands of millions worldwide.

Lisa and her husband John are the founders of Messenger International.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

 Bethany Hamilton has become a source of inspiration to millions through her story of determination, faith, and hope.

At the age of 13, Bethany lost her left arm to a 14-foot tiger shark, which seemed to end her career as a rising surf star. One month after the attack, Bethany returned to the water and within two years had won her first national title.

In 2007, she realized her dream of surfing professionally and since then, her story has been told in a New York Times best selling autobiography and in the 2011 film, Soul Surfer.

Bethany is involved in numerous charitable efforts, including her own foundation, Friends of Bethany, which reaches out to amputees and youth, encouraging and offering hope to overcome through Jesus Christ. Using her platform as a professional athlete to promote living a fit and healthy lifestyle, she authored the book Body and Soul in 2014. Bethany's latest project, Unstoppable, a surf documentary which showcases her as one of the best women surfers in the world, released theatrically in the USA on July 12, 2019, accompanied by a photo book and a children's book.

Passionate about helping young women be unstoppable in life and faith, Bethany has launched a new website and online course for sharing content and facilitating connection. Her greatest joy is being a wife and mother, and she continues to touch and inspire lives globally as a professional surfer and motivational speaker.

BethanyHamilton.com 
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

When our lives and routines get disrupted, big feelings arise. Then you add in the threat to our financial stability and health...even bigger reactions. Maybe you find yourself overcome with fear and anxiety. Or maybe you're disengaging and shutting down emotionally. Either way- you're human!

What does it look like to engage this unusual time with wisdom and grace?
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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Kayla Stoecklein resides in southern California with her three young boys. Her life was flipped upside-down by the sudden loss of her husband, Andrew. In the wake of his death Kayla has bravely and vulnerably shared her deepest pain with the world. Her pain has become her purpose as she continues to encourage others who are struggling while pointing them to God along the way.

When she has a day to herself you can find Kayla sitting by her favorite lifeguard tower at the beach, sipping an iced coffee, reading a good book, and searching for little glimpses of heaven on earth.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Producer & Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

For the past year Bob and friends have been regularly visiting the inmates at San Quentin State Prison just north of San Francisco. Although the context is for Bob to teach a modified Dream Big workshop, the inmates have been the real teachers. They are living examples of grace, redemption, respect, and the courage to dream again.

Maybe you're not in prison, but you find yourself stuck in the circumstances of your life. Listen in to this thoughtful conversation between Bob Goff and Kevin (aka 'Special Kay'), Vincent, and Brandon and be inspired by the courage of the inmates to dream for a new life. 

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Bianca Juarez Olthoff is a best-selling author of Play with Fire and How to Have Your Life Not Suck. She is a passionate Jesus-loving, bible-teaching, book-writing MexiRican who loves to help people navigate life, connect in community, and live significantly.

Bianca is passionate about inspiring the next generation to discover life and purpose in Jesus. As founder and President of In The Name of Love, she is committed to the incarcerated and equipping inmates to discover freedom despite their surroundings.

Through conferences and resources, she travels to host gatherings for both men and women. Knowing the power of words and how to wield them wisely, Bianca travels over 40 times a year both domestically and internationally to speak at conferences, churches, and colleges.

Order her latest book:
How to Have Your Life Not Suck

Follow her @BiancaOlthoff

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Author and speaker Beth Moore is a dynamic teacher whose conferences take her across the globe. Beth founded Living Proof Ministries in 1994 with the purpose of encouraging women to know and love Jesus through the study of Scripture. She has written numerous bestselling books and Bible studies, including So Long, Insecurity, Breaking Free, Believing God, Entrusted, and The Quest, which have been read by women of all ages, races, and denominations.

Another recent addition includes her first work of fiction, The Undoing of Saint Silvanus.

Beth recently celebrated twenty years of Living Proof Live conferences. She can be seen teaching Bible studies on the television program Living Proof with Beth Moore, aired on the Trinity Broadcasting Network.

She and her husband of forty years reside in Houston, Texas. She is a dedicated wife, the mother of two adult daughters, and the grandmother of three delightful grandchildren.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Propaganda is a poet, political activist, husband, father, academic & emcee. With LA flowing through his veins & armed with a bold message, Propaganda has assembled a body of work that challenges and guides.

Propaganda's ideas stem from where he sits at the intersection. He sees how cultures cross and inspire one another, and can see the oneness of us all. Propaganda will cause you to nod your head, but more importantly, he will stretch your mind & heart. 

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Are you someone who wants to engage the world, inspire others and build a platform?  Only a few years ago, Bob was a practicing attorney managing a law practice. Now, he runs an international non-profit, he's a bestselling author and a renowned speaker. How did he get there? What steps did he take to pursue his big ambitions to bring justice to developing countries and inspire everyday people to be a part of justice, too?

This week Scott interviews Bob and walks him through step by step what he did to start speaking and writing books. Discovering what your big ambitions are is the first important step. After that, you need to figure out how to get there.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Kirsten Powers is a USA Today columnist and CNN senior political analyst where she regularly appears on Anderson Cooper 360, CNN Tonight with Don Lemon and The Lead with Jake Tapper. The Washington Post called her "bright-eyed, sharp-tongued, [and] gamely combative" and "a ferocious advocate for her points of view." 

Prior to USA Today, Kirsten was a columnist for the Daily Beast, American Prospect Online and the New York Post. The Columbia Journalism Review praised her as "an outspoken liberal journalist" in a sea of opposition at Fox News, where she previously served as a political analyst.

Before her career in journalism, Kirsten was a political appointee in the Clinton Administration and worked in New York Democratic politics. She was also Vice President for International Communications at America Online, Inc. where she oversaw the public launches of AOL businesses in Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Hong Kong and Australia.

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Dr. Cloud is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and his books have sold nearly 20 million copies. His leadership book, Integrity, was dubbed by the New York Times as "the best book in the bunch." In 2011, Necessary Endings was called "the most important book you read all year." His book "Boundaries For Leaders" was named by CEO Reads in the top five leadership books of its year. Dr. Cloud's work has been featured and reviewed by the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, Publisher's Weekly, Los Angeles Times, and many other publications. Success Magazine named Dr. Cloud in the top 25 most influential leaders in personal growth and development, alongside Oprah, Brene Brown, Seth Godin, and others. He is a frequent contributor to CNN, Fox News Channel, and other national media outlets.

In his leadership consulting practice, Dr. Cloud works with CEOs, Fortune 500 companies and smaller private businesses alike. He has an extensive executive coaching background, and experience as leadership consultant, devoting the majority of his time working with CEOs, leadership teams and executives to improve performance, leadership skills, and culture. He also has a specialty in high net worth family offices.

His experience includes three decades as a consultant, and as an entrepreneur, he started and grew a successful chain of treatment centers in over 40 cities across the western United States. His experience running a business of this magnitude lends credibility to his expertise on leadership matters in the companies with which he works.

As a speaker, Dr. Cloud has shared the stage with many business and global leaders and experts, such as Tony Blair, Jack Welch, Condoleezza Rice, Desmond Tutu, President George Bush, Marcus Buckingham, Magic Johnson, Peyton Manning, and many others. ??Dr. Cloud is a graduate of Southern Methodist University, with a B.S. in psychology. He completed his Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Biola University and his clinical internship at the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. His philanthropic interests lie in homelessness in the inner city, as well as missions in the developing world. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Tori, and their two daughters, Olivia and Lucy. He enjoys golf, scuba diving, boating, and fishing.

BACKGROUND:
B.S. Psychology, Southern Methodist University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Clinical Psychology, Biola University

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On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King
Engineer : Jackson Carpenter
Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Season 2 is now live, with more friends, deep conversations, and practical tools to guide you to discover, declare, and chase your big ambitions! 

This month, in honor of the new year and the new decade, we have a free PDF workbook for you to download . It's a user-friendly guide to defining your core values and fundamental beliefs- the essential building blocks to discovering which dreams you should invest in this year.

On the episode:

Producers : Tatave Abeshyan and Haley King

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

It's true- we're landing the plane on Season 1 of the Dream Big Podcast with Bob Goff & Friends. Over one million of you downloaded episodes during our first season, and we couldn't be more thankful! We've had such a profound journey of talking with and learning from some dear friends. It's been such an honor to learn from them, and from each of you as you've engaged with us!

What was your favorite episode from Season 1?

We did something special for this final episode. We posted an Instagram story to hear from you the questions that were left unanswered from all of the episodes, and Bob responded to a few. Questions like:

"How do I know what my big dream even is?"

"What do I do when my family doesn't understand my big dream?"

"How do you know if what you're chasing or pursuing is right?"

"How do you share a sense of ambition when you're on a different track with someone?"
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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

He tours with artists who have sold more than 30 million records collectively. He regularly performs in front of more than a million people per tour all around the world. As a guitarist for artists like Carrie Underwood and others, Ed has performed on most major TV and award shows, including the Grammy's, Saturday Night Live, American Idol, The Voice, The Tonight Show with Letterman, Leno, Jimmy Fallon and countless more. As well, Ed has performed alongside music icons like Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac.

Just like Ed's music, his speaking is passionate, inspiring, and delivered flawlessly. It is truly a one of a kind talent, with a one of a kind heart. He speaks to corporate audiences, churches, non-profits, colleges, and student groups.This month we also have a free resource giveaway you can easily download to create a final checklist to land the plane of your big ambitions.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Danielle Strickland is currently based in Toronto, Canada. Her aggressive compassion has served people firsthand in countries all over the world. From establishing Justice Departments for The Salvation Army to launching Global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new movements to mobilize people towards transformational living. Danielle trains, advocates, and inspires people to live differently.

Danielle is the author of 5 books with her most recent being The Ultimate Exodus: Finding Freedom From What Enslaves You and The Zombie Gospel: The Walking Dead and What it means to be Human. She is host of DJStrickland Podcast, Co-founder of Infinitum, Amplify Peace, Brave Global and Women Speakers Collective. Danielle is a mom of 3, wife to @stephencourt and has been affectionately called the "ambassador of fun".

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Named the "Most Influential Photographer on the Internet" by Huffington Post, Forbes and Yahoo in 2014, Jeremy Cowart is an award-winning photographer, artist, and entrepreneur whose mission in life is to "explore the intersection of creativity and empathy." Jeremy has published four books and is a sought-after speaker, having presented at TEDx, the United Nations and creative conferences across the country. 

His latest endeavor is The Purpose Hotel, a planned global for-profit hotel chain designed to fuel the work of not-for-profit organizations. He's the founder of a global photography movement, Help-Portrait, a mobile social networking app called OKDOTHIS, and an online teaching platform, See University. He lives in Nashville, TN, with his wife and four children, two of whom they recently adopted from Haiti.

Jeremy's new book "I'm Possible: Jumping Into Fear and Discovering a Life of Purpose" is now available! The book is based on Jeremy's viral life story video that was released in 2015 and launched Jeremy's speaking career where he has delivered this message to tens of thousands across America ever since. The book dives much deeper into all of the stories and projects Jeremy has done and ultimately encourages people of all ages to jump into fear in order to find their own purpose in life. Order NOW! 

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

For all the planning that you've been doing to set absurd expectations, explore opportunities,  clear the path, take action, expect setbacks and sustaining belief, it's now time to land the plane of your big ambitions. This is the moment, now is the time. Don't wait a minute longer, heaven is leaning over the rails to watch what you do next.

For some, the hardest part of the dream big framework is finding the courage to set absurd expectations in the first place. 

For others, though, they get stuck in the planning. There's so much thinking and pondering and ruminating that it becomes a never-ending cycle of inactivity. Going public with your dreams requires courage, and the temptation to wait a little longer or plan a little more is strong. 

But you have to land the plane.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel   

Priscilla Shirer is a wife and mom first, but put a Bible in her hand and a message in her heart, and you'll see why thousands meet God in powerful, personal ways at her conferences and through her books and Bible studies.

She and her husband, Jerry, lead Going Beyond Ministries through which they provide spiritual support and resources to the body of Christ. They count it as their greatest privilege to serve every denomination and culture across the spectrum of the church.Between writing and studying, you'll probably find Priscilla at home cleaning up after (and trying to satisfy the appetites of) her three rapidly growing boys.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Ian Morgan Cron is a champion of the Enneagram, awakener of people, and bestselling author of the popular Enneagram book, The Road Back to You. As a pioneer in the contemporary Enneagram movement, Ian is a highly sought-after speaker, thinker and advisor to a growing roster of clients such as: Leadercast, Catalyst, Ramsey Solutions, Michael Hyatt Company, Discovery Channel, EDGE Mentoring, Willow Creek, Berkeley Divinity School at Yale University, Denver Seminary, Belmont University, Laity Lodge, and The Storyline Conference with Donald Miller.Ian is an accomplished author who "has the gift of making his human journey a parable for all of our journeys" (Fr. Richard Rohr).

Ian's writing career began in 2007 when he published his widely acclaimed novel, Chasing Francis: A Pilgrim's Tale, which offers a historical account of St. Francis of Assisi's life, woven into the compelling narrative of a 21st-century pilgrimage. Ian's 2011 memoir, Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me: A memoir of sorts..., was a Wall Street Journal bestseller and a featured title in the Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers program. Most recently, Ian authored the bestselling book, The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery, which introduced the Enneagram to its broadest audience yet.

Ian is an Episcopal priest and a trained psychotherapist. He and his wife, Anne, live in Nashville, Tennessee.This month we also have a free resource giveaway you can easily download to help you learn how to create your own personalized plan to sustain belief for your dreams.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Jamie Tworkowski is the founder of To Write Love on Her Arms, a non-profit organization that brings hope and help to people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. He is the New York Times Bestselling Author of If You Feel Too Much. Jamie is also a surfer, music lover, basketball fan, proud uncle, and puppy dad. He lives in Melbourne Beach, Florida.

IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Here's the landing page for our World Suicide Prevention Day campaign: https://twloha.com/youmaketodaybetter/

Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ (24/7 resource for USA, Canada, UK)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

TWLOHA Find Help: https://twloha.com/find-help/

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Shannon Sedgwick Davis is the CEO of Bridgeway Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to ending and preventing mass atrocities around the world, and the author of To Stop A Warlord. As an attorney, activist, passionate advocate for social justice, Ms. Sedgwick Davis has guided Bridgeway Foundation in pioneering solutions to seemingly intractable issues around the world. Ms. Sedgwick Davis and the Bridgeway Foundation have been credited for their pivotal role in mobilizing awareness, civilian protection, and recovery efforts against the Lord's Resistance Army and its leader, Joseph Kony, the first-ever indictee of the International Criminal Court.

Before joining Bridgeway Foundation in 2007, Ms. Sedgwick Davis served as Vice President of Geneva Global and was the Director of Public Affairs at the International Justice Mission (IJM).

Ms. Sedgwick Davis is an honors graduate of McMurry University and Baylor Law School. Ms. Sedgwick Davis currently serves on the advisory council of the Elders and is a board member of several organizations including Humanity United, charity: water, This Bar Saves Lives, Verdant Frontiers, Virunga Fund Inc., and formerly, TOMS LLC.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

If your dream is big enough, it's going to take you months or maybe even years to see it realized. There's no question that you're going to have multiple moments of doubt, discouragement, or even a deep questioning about your capacity to keep going.

If your dream is going to see the light of day, then you're going to need to learn how to sustain belief.

It's different for everybody. You might need close friends to give you frequent reminders of encouragement. You might need to keep returning to the original reason why you had this ambition in the first place. Or you might need to establish a habit of writing down, again and again, the reasons why this matters to you.

No one else can manufacture belief for you- it's something you're going to have to do on your own.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Annie F. Downs is a bestselling author, nationally known speaker, and podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Flawed but funny, she uses her words to highlight the everyday goodness of a real and present God. An author of multiple bestselling books- including 100 Days to Brave, Remember God, and Looking For Lovely, Annie loves traveling around the country speaking at conferences, churches, and events. She also hosts the popular That Sounds Fun Podcast. Annie is a huge fan of bands with banjos, confetti, her community of friends, boiled peanuts, and soccer. Read more at anniefdowns.com and follow her @anniefdowns.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Sleeping At Last is the moniker of Chicago singer-songwriter, producer and composer, Ryan O'Neal. His music is often heard on TV and Film (Grey's Anatomy, The Twilight Saga, Ellen, The Fault In Our Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, Criminal Minds, Bones, Ads for Budweiser, Mercedes and more.) After many years of making full-length albums and touring, Sleeping At Last began writing long-form series of songs. In 2011, the 36-song collection "Yearbook" was released. In 2014, "Atlas" began- a new and ongoing series of songs released over the following several years. "Atlas: I" contained 30 songs inspired by the origins of the Universe. "Atlas: II" explored the theme of involuntary human development throughout 25 songs, including 9 inspired by The Enneagram of personality. The third chapter in this series will begin in 2020 and will explore the concept of voluntary human development- what we DO with all that we're given.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Mike Foster is a gifted communicator, author and executive counselor dedicated to helping people build strong lives and relationships.

He is a student of the human heart and soul and a nationally recognized expert in helping people turn their setbacks into superpowers. He is a self-described "friend of imperfectionists" and his approach is often referred to as a combination of Mr. Rogers and a Navy Seal.

He is the author of "You Rise Glorious" and "Five Dates" which helps couples create strength and connection in their relationships.

His chart-topping and highly acclaimed "Fun Therapy" podcast helps individuals build self-compassion, confidence and unstoppable stories of hope.

His work has been featured on Good Morning America, FOX News and the New York Times. He lives in San Diego with his wife and two children.

You can learn more about Mike at his website: MikeFoster.tv

Social Media:

Instagram: MikeFoster2000 Twitter: @MikeFoster

Websites: MikeFoster.tv FiveDates.co SecondChance.org

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Fundamentally, how you respond to setbacks and challenges will determine if you have what it takes to accomplish big things in life. Make sure you have some wise friends who love you and tell you the truth, and a clear dedication to what's setting your heart on fire. Just keep going!

In this week's episode Bob and Scott dig in to the setbacks they've faced as they pursue big dreams and talk about what it takes to become someone who keeps going no matter what.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympic track and field athlete who competes for Team USA. Competing primarily in the long jump, Lex has acquired four Paralympic medals, and three world champion titles, with his most recent long jump crown being won in the summer of 2017 in London, England. He currently holds the world record in the long jump for totally blind athletes with a leap of 22 feet-1 inch, making him the only totally blind athlete in the world to eclipse the 22 foot barrier in the event.

When he is not competing around the world, Lex is a motivational speaker who has spoken to organizations both large and small, including Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, professional sports teams, non-profit foundations, and school districts. He is constantly challenging his audiences to see past their current reality as there is more to life than what is in front of their eyes.

Lex is a 2007 graduate of East Carolina University where he majored in recreation management. The four years that he spent in Greenville, North Carolina have helped shape him into the influential figure that he is today. As an athlete, motivational speaker and inspiration to many, Lex Gillette exemplifies the phrase, No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

 Maria Shriver is a mother of four, an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, a seven-time New York Times best-selling author, an NBC News Special Anchor, and the founder of the nonprofit The Women's Alzheimer's Movement. A trailblazer for empowering women, Shriver uses her voice and her platforms to advance some of the most pressing issues affecting women and women's health. She started The Women's Alzheimer's Movement to raise awareness of women's increased risk for the disease and to raise funds for critical women-based research. Shriver's media company, Shriver Media, also works to elevate the voices and ideas of individuals who are moving humanity forward. Her latest books, I've Been Thinking... and I've Been Thinking...The Journal, offer wisdom, guidance, encouragement and inspiration for those seeking to create a meaningful life.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel   

Darla K. Anderson joined Pixar Animation Studios in 1993. Since then, her prodigious producing talents have contributed to some of the world's most beloved and acclaimed animated feature films including "A Bug's Life," "Monsters, Inc.," the Golden Globe®-winning "Cars" and Academy Award®-winning "Toy Story 3." The Producers Guild of America and the Academy Awards recognized Anderson's work on "Toy Story 3" with a nomination for Best Picture.

Anderson most recently produced Disney*Pixar's "Coco," for which she earned the award for Producer of the Year in Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures from the Producers Guild of America, an honor she also received for her work on "Cars" and "Toy Story 3." Anderson's work on "Coco" also earned her a Golden Globe® win and an Oscar® nomination in the Best Animated Feature category.

Before assuming her feature film production duties, Anderson was the executive producer of Pixar Animation Studios' commercial group. Prior to joining Pixar, she worked with Angel Studios in Carlsbad, California as the executive producer of their commercial division. It was here she was introduced to the world of 3D computer graphics, and from there she relocated to the Bay Area, with the intention of gaining a position at Pixar.

As one of the studio's and the animation industry's most accomplished producers, Anderson was elected to the Producers Council Board of the Producers Guild of America in July 2008. She is the first producer from the animation arena to be elected to the Council.

Born and raised in Glendale, California, Anderson studied environmental design at San Diego State University. Soon thereafter she began her career in the entertainment industry, working on San Diego-based film and television productions. Anderson currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        No matter how clear or compelling your ambitions are, they aren't going to just fall in your lap. They will require big, bold steps of action and courage. Last month we explored what it looks like to clear the path in your life from barriers, limiting beliefs, fear or discouragement, and this month we turn our attention to becoming people of action.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

    Korie Robertson is best known for her role on A&E's hit reality television series?Duck Dynasty. A wife to Duck Commander CEO, Willie Robertson, mother of six, speaker and NYT Bestselling Author, she is active in both domestic and international philanthropic work and is a strong advocate for adoption and foster care. Writing credits include?The Duck Commander Family: How Faith, Family, and Ducks Built a Dynasty, The Women of Duck Commander, Duck Commander Devotions for Kids?and?Strong and Kind: Raising Kids of Character.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        Ben Higgins is best known from season 20 of ABC's hit series, "The Bachelor," where he opened himself up to millions of viewers, giving them the chance to truly get to know him. The opportunity ultimately led to an enhanced platform that he now uses to share what he is most passionate about with others - his faith, his hope for humanity and his love of sports.

Born and raised in Winona Lake, IN, Ben currently resides in Denver, CO, where he moved after graduating from Indiana University in 2012. Since "The Bachelor," Ben has been keeping up with a number of projects with the help of some of his closest friends.

Most recently, Ben founded Generous International, a for purpose company dedicated to contributing profits to social issues around the world, starting with a cup of coffee. With a vision to change the way society thinks of consumer products, all Generous merchandise is designed specifically to create and multiply good in the world. Whether creating jobs, feeding children or improving education, it begins with giving back in order to build a world that we all want to live in.

In 2017 Ben created a lifestyle blog, The Mahogany Workplace, where people?are free to openly and honestly discuss all things life, love and everything in between. From style to travel to world views, Ben and his team of refreshing contributors cover it all, with the one common thread being complete transparency about how life can truly be - a series of ups and downs, joys and sorrows, triumph and pain.?

Ben stays connected with his loyal Bachelor following with his iHeartMedia podcast, "Almost Famous," which he co-hosts with his friend and former Bachelor contestant, Ashley Iaconetti. It's the perfect destination for fans to get an inside perspective on the popular franchise as they break down the current Bachelor season in addition to discussing pop culture, offering relationship advice and allowing listeners to keep up with their personal lives.

Along with "Almost Famous" a new project started in 2018 for Ben and IheartMedia; a new podcast venture called Lady Bosses (and Ben). Ben along with his co-host Jesse Draper believe that we are at our best when we can communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully. Lady Bosses (and Ben) interviews and highlights women leaders in whatever arena they are operating. From celebrities, CEO's, to athletes Lady Boss (and Ben) desires to show off their stories and empower all leaders listening that they matter and that they can make a difference.

Of all Ben's ventures, his longest-running connection has been with Humanity and Hope United, where he holds a seat on the board. Established by one of his best friends and Mahogany Workplace contributor, Riley Fuller, Humanity & Hope United is a non-profit organization working to assist underserved villages in remote parts of Honduras. They partner with the people of each community to achieve sustainable change, focusing on the needs of individuals rather than a single issue or approach.

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     Entrepreneur, speaker, and host, Miles Adcox. He is the Owner and CEO of Onsite, an internationally acclaimed emotional health retreat center that delivers life changing personal growth workshops, inspiring content, leadership retreats, and emotional health intensives. He is the owner of Onsite Music Publishing and Milestones at Onsite. He also serves as the spokesperson of The Onsite Foundation and the International Society for Experiential Professionals (ISEP). Miles has created and managed multiple mental health programs, personal growth workshops, and speaks nationally on emotional wellness. He and Onsite have been featured on 20/20, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Dr Phil Show, and many more. Miles works with, consults, and serves on the board of several non profits. He also consults major brands on organizational health and emotional wellness. He is a communication, personal growth, and mental health consultant to the entertainment industry.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        As we go through life, there are a few things we pick up along the way. Some of them are good- talents, experiences, friendships, and habits. But some of them aren't so helpful when it comes to dreaming big dreams and living a life of adventure and purpose. In this episode, Bob and Scott are going to guide you to have the courage to look in the mirror at your own life to see what you might've picked up along the way that isn't leading you to the life that you've always wanted.

It takes courage to look in the mirror and clear the path.

It's not easy. You're probably going to see things in your own life that either you haven't seen before or things that you've been working hard to avoid. Some of them might be small things- little idiosyncrasies you do that are unique to you but have become unhelpful habits. Some of them, though, might be more significant- like the limiting beliefs we all carry inside about who we are or who we could be in this life. Regardless, this is some of the most important work you can do to develop capacity within yourself to reach for bigger dreams.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        If you know Bob at all, you know he's involved in bringing hope and restoration to countries across the world through Love Does. Recently, Bob and team traveled to Afghanistan to facilitate another Dream Big live workshop with emerging leaders in Afghanistan, and they spent a few minutes with Bob's good friend, Aref Dostyar.

Aref Dostyar works with the Afghan government to help craft policies to create lasting peace. He has been part of several national, regional, and international initiatives for peace in his country. Additionally, he supports young Afghans who envision an inclusive & open society. He is also passionate about education for kids, particularly those who have been internally displaced due to conflict. Dostyar has a Master of Arts degree in International Peace & Policy Studies from the University of Notre Dame. He loves his people and lives with them in Afghanistan. He can be followed @ArefDostyar.

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Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        Rebekah Lyons is a national speaker and bestselling author of You Are Free: Be Who You Already Are and Freefall to Fly: A Breathtaking Journey Toward a Life of Meaning. An old soul with a contemporary, honest voice, Rebekah reveals her own battles to overcome anxiety and depression—and invites others to discover and boldly pursue their God-given purpose from a place of freedom. Finding joy in raising a special needs child—Rebekah wears her heart on her sleeve, a benefit to friends and readers alike. Her work has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN, Huffington Post, The Tennessean, Publisher's Weekly, and more. Alongside her husband, Gabe, she serves as co-founder of Q Ideas, a nonprofit organization that helps Christian leaders winsomely engage culture. Gabe and Rebekah are raising their four children and two toy poodles in Franklin, Tennessee.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter

Co-host : Scott Schimmel  

        Christy Nockels has long had a huge appreciation for music and for ministry and its role in the kingdom of God. As a worship leader for over 25 years, she's seen first hand how music can usher people into the presence of God in a powerful way. Whether she's singing a gentle lullaby or belting out a corporate anthem, Christy's heart has always been to simply lead people to connect and communicate with the living God.

The daughter of a pastor, born in Texas and raised in Oklahoma, Christy remembers simple beginnings that laid a sure foundation for her life. By the time she was seventeen, Christy was leading worship corporately on a regular basis, mostly thanks to her worship pastor at her church, who believed in her and helped to raise her up. In 1993 - at the Christian Artists Seminar in Estes Park, Colorado, - she met her husband, Nathan, and the two went on to record an independent album called Holy Roar with fellow worship leader and friend, Charlie Hall, under the name Sons & Daughters. The trio had a ground-breaking sound for their time, with hearts to see renewal happen in the Church. The record seeped out and into the hands of Louie Giglio, founder of Passion Conferences. In 1996, he wrote to Christy, Nathan, and Charlie to encourage them that "the songs you are singing are the prayers we are praying" and Giglio invited them to participate in the first ever Passion Conference in Austin, Texas in 1997.

Christy and Nathan eventually moved to Houston, Texas to lead at a weekly gathering of over 3,000 people called "Metro Bible Study" - a ministry to singles held at Houston's First Baptist Church. Leading here was the gateway for Christy and Nathan being discovered and signed by Rocketown Records, a label formed by longtime Christian artist, Michael W. Smith. The two would form the duo, Watermark and Christy's voice began gaining a national platform. Christy and Nathan moved to Franklin, TN and over the next ten years recorded five acclaimed albums, including seven number one radio singles, before deciding to lay down their Watermark journey, for the sake of their family.

In 2008, the Nockels family - now a family of five - moved to Atlanta, GA to become a founding family of Passion City Church, where they served on the worship team with friends Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, and Kristian Stanfill. Christy eventually signed with sixstepsrecords, releasing her solo debut album, Life Light Up, and later released two more solo albums, Into the Glorious as well as her live, worship album Let it Be Jesus. Christy and Nathan spent twenty years altogether serving and traveling worldwide with Passion Conferences. In 2015, Christy and Nathan returned to Franklin, TN to continue raising their family in the place that has always felt most like home.

Christy is now co-owner of Keeper's Branch Records, with her husband, Nathan. Christy released three albums in just three years after creating their independent label: The Thrill of Hope released in 2016, Be Held; Lullabies for the Beloved in 2018 as well as the instrumental version of that album. Christy's latest endeavor is her podcast called "The Glorious in the Mundane", which has exceeded her expectations since it's beginning in 2016. It has grown in listeners but also in Christy's heart as a place where she's learning to use her voice beyond singing. Christy calls Franklin, TN home, with her husband Nathan and their three children, Noah (18), Elliana (16) and Annie Rose (11).

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Conventional wisdom has it that Amy Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map, becoming the first CCM artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts, and the first to perform at the GRAMMY Awards. Since then, Grant has been strumming her way through a thirty-plus year adventure as a singer-songwriter, author, television host, and speaker. 

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On the episode:
Producer : Haley King
Engineer : Jackson Carpenter
Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

        This month we're going to spend time in conversations with Bob's friends who've learned how to be really creative as they explore opportunities to move forward. In this episode, Bob shares his experiences on how he goes from idea formation to planning.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter 

Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

Elisabeth Hasselbeck is an Emmy Award-winning talk show host, former broadcaster, and New York Times best-selling author of The G-Free Diet and Deliciously G-Free. Thrust into the spotlight on "Survivor" and then at the round table on "The View," Hasselbeck learned in front of millions of viewers for more than ten years how to share her opinions boldly, sincerely, and honestly.

She is married to former NFL quarterback and current ESPN NFL analyst Tim Hasselbeck, and they have three children—Grace, Taylor, and Isaiah.

Learn more at http://elisabethhasselbeckbooks.com/.  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElisabethHasselbeck/ 

Twitter: @ehasselbeck 

Instagram: @elisabethhasselbeck

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter 

Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

        Many people, on their deathbed, regret they didn't pursue their ambitions more. In hindsight they did what they felt like they were supposed to do, and didn't live in the freedom to create their own stories.

Jason Russell is not going to be one of those people, and you don't have to be, either.

Jason Russell

As Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer at Invisible Children, Jason Russell led the company's creative vision with an emphasis on the power of storytelling for over a decade. In 2016, he launched Broomstick Engine, a creative agency that is dedicated to using storytelling to inspire movements and real action. Jason is both a work and life partner to his childhood sweetheart Danica, and recently released their book "A Little Radical: The ABC's of Activism". He believes the greatest stories he gets to co-direct are those of his two children, Gavin Danger and Everley Darling.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter 

Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

        Most people never give themselves permission or know how to chase their big ambitions. We have a framework helps you discover, declare, and realize yours so you can have a fulfilling life and impact the world for good.

Everybody has a big ambition...what's yours?

Welcome to the Dream Big Podcast with Bob Goff & friends!

Every episode you'll get to listen in on a real, vulnerable conversation between me and one of my good friends. Each month we'll focus on one of the foundational principles of the Dream Big Framework, a process we created a couple of years ago to help guide people to chase after their big dreams. Ultimately, I really want to help you understand that your big ambitions matter, and guide you to organize your entire life to pursue them. Your dreams matter and all of heaven is peering over the edge waiting for you to chase them.

My hope is you feel like you're sitting at the kitchen table with us with a cup of tea and a journal. Feel free, of course, to share the episodes with your friends who could use a little encouragement and inspiration. Can't wait to hear what you think!

All my love,

Bob

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter 

Co-host : Scott Schimmel 

        Ambitions and opportunities sometimes happen together, but many times you need to find a way to create opportunities to pursue your ambitions. Joshua Dubois is the kind of person who demonstrates how great things can happen with great tenacity and perseverance.

Joshua DuBois

CNN Contributor, author, and CEO of leading consulting company, Joshua DuBois is one of our country's top voices on community partnerships, religion in the public square, and issues impacting African Americans. Joshua led the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships in President Obama's first term and was called the President's "Pastor-in-Chief" by TIME Magazine. He spearheaded the White House's work on responsible fatherhood, grassroots community partnerships, and religion in foreign affairs, and brought together leaders from across the ideological spectrum to tackle the nation's biggest challenges. Joshua is the author of the bestselling book, The President's Devotional: The Daily Readings that Inspired President Obama, a compilation of the devotional meditations he shared with the President and narratives of faith in public life.

Joshua now leads a consulting firm, Values Partnerships, that develops creative engagement campaigns for diverse sectors and audiences, provides strategic advice on complex issues, and markets and produces films and television programs with meaning and value. Joshua is Executive Producer of THE 44TH PRESIDENT IN HIS OWN WORDS (HISTORY) and SHINING A LIGHT (A&E). Joshua is also a frequent media commentator and has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, ABC News' This Week, PBS Newshour, CNN and elsewhere. Joshua has been named to "The Root 100" and Ebony Magazine's "Power 150" list of the most influential African Americans in the country. He has authored four cover stories for Newsweek magazine, including a seminal piece entitled "The Fight for Black Men" which historian Taylor Branch called "stunning."

Joshua received his Master's Degree in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School and his Bachelor's Degree from Boston University. A former associate pastor at a small Pentecostal church in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Joshua originally hails from Nashville, Tennessee. He currently lives in Washington, D.C. with his wife, Michelle, son, August and daughter, Adelaide.

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On the episode:

Producer : Haley King 

Engineer : Jackson Carpenter 

Co-host : Scott Schimmel