The Inspired Legacy Podcast
Our culture is facing some serious challenges, but we have an opportunity to get things back on track by raising a generation of boys who will grow to be strong, God-fearing men. This episode covers six things that our sons need from us today to become men capable of leading themselves, their families, churches, communities, and culture back to the things of God.
This episode is meant to challenge men to step into their God-given role as leaders in the home. My guest is Pastor John Michael Clark, founder of The Family Captain, and coach to men who want to level up their marriage and become the best man their family has ever known. Buckle up because JM brings the heat as he challenges societal norms of what it means to be a man, husband, and leader according to scripture.
I grew up with immense respect for our servicemen and women and have long believed that their experiences have a lot to teach us—if we would listen. That's why I'm excited to introduce John Mollison, an award-winning artist, and filmmaker who, in his words, "interviews old guys and draws their airplanes." But John's work is so much more. It not only captures stories from some of our nation's greatest heroes but provides opportunities for us to learn from their life experiences so that we might become better husbands, fathers, and leaders.
When I started The Inspired Legacy, I felt God gave me the vision to help men understand the divine plans God had in store for them. So whenever I run across other men with the same Kingdom-minded purpose and passion, I want to call as much attention to what they’re doing as I possibly can. That’s what this show is about as I talk with Pastor IV Marsh. He’s the founder and CEO of the global men’s summit, IAM4. Listen in as we unpack this men’s movement toward God, and dive deep into Biblical masculinity and the specific roles God designed men.
Life can be more similar to comedy than we realize. And rather than assume our days are random and the obstacles we encounter unfortunate, we should strategically embrace life’s events as part of a setup that leads to a punchline. This is the theme behind the new book, Funny How Life Works, by my guest, comedian Michael Jr. Listen or watch as we unpack his book, life, career, and so much more in this funny and inspirational interview.
In this episode, I outline some basic principles that will help you to not only get more out of the Bible but activate its power in your life, leading to real, lasting transformation. There’s something for everyone in this message, whether you already have faith or are still skeptical about the whole “God thing.”
In this episode, I talk with Senator John Thune. As someone in the spotlight and under constant scrutiny from the opposition, he has remained true to himself and his heritage, guided by his faith and conviction in Jesus Christ. During our conversation, we touched on a range of topics, from how his upbringing shaped him into the man he is today to how God uses people and opportunities to reveal His plans. We also discuss why we must all remain prayerful as our culture continues to shift away from God at an alarming speed. There's a lot packed into this episode.
In this first GUT CHECK episode of 2021, I cover some alarming reports that demonstrate the level of despair felt by kids and teens worldwide due to ongoing fears around COVID-19. And I pose the questions of whose fault is it, how will the past year impact our children’s future, and what do we, as men, do about it going forward? Tune in as I talk about all of this and more.
Tune in and find out how you can find your “dad edge” to be a better dad, husband, and all-around better man. My guest today is Larry Hagner, and he’s coached men for years to achieve success in 5 dimensions of fatherhood: health, relationships, children, career, and finances. We also talk about Larry’s new book called Screen Time: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly, which promises to be a great resource for kids and parents.
There are a lot of kids out there who lack a consistent father figure or anyone to help steer them through adolescence. This fact does not bode well for our society and is a huge threat to our nation. The good news is, change is possible through the power and impact of mentorship. To help me unpack this topic, I’m joined by Dr. Tom Osborne, former coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers and founder of TeamMates Mentoring, a program serving thousands of boys and girls across the midwest. Tom is a husband, father, and grandfather, but also a legendary leader and motivator. While talking about mentorship, he also shares some profound wisdom as it relates to integrating faith into our everyday lives. Trust me, you do not want to miss this episode!
Our culture is obsessed with evil. If you need proof, look no further than Hollywood, which has largely built its empire on stories involving the occult. But are the claims of possession, exorcism, and demons real? And if so, what should we as Christians and parents know about them as they pertain to spiritual warfare? My guest in this episode is Billy Hallowell, an investigative journalist whose latest book, Playing With Fire: A Modern Investigation into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts, dives deep into this topic. Join us as we unpack all you need to know about evil forces and how they can impact our lives.
Living an authentic life requires us to apply the Biblical principle of stewardship to our time and energy. Effectively doing so unlocks next-level growth potential in every area of our life. Today, my guest is an expert in helping people align their time, talents, and treasures to live a fully authentic life. Meet Scott Materer, founder of Inspired Stewardship, a certified Human Behavior Consultant, and member of the John Maxwell Team. You won’t want to miss the valuable insights Scott shares in this episode or the free resources he’s made available to the Inspired Legacy Podcast listeners.
Leadership and fatherhood are one and the same, and they both require a degree of mental toughness—something every man should strive to develop, maintain, and instill into their kids. Today’s guest is Jason Gardner, a husband, father, and former Navy SEAL and Command Master Chief of SEAL Team FIVE. He knows all about mental toughness and in this episode, he helps me unpack what it means to be mentally tough, how to develop this trait, how to keep it sharp, and how it relates to fatherhood. Men, you do not want to miss this conversation.
When you develop a competitive mindset and learn how to apply it to everyday life, it can help you achieve your God-given potential. Meet Jake Thompson, an entrepreneur, performance coach, speaker, and CEO of Compete Every Day, a training and performance apparel company. In this episode, Jake talks about what it means to “compete every day,” how to push yourself without getting caught up in the comparison game, rhythms we can practice to maintain a competitive edge, how to learn from an occasional loss, why a competitive mindset is so important with family and relationships, and much more.
This episode features Kris “Tanto” Paronto, a former Army Ranger and private security contractor. Hear about the ups and downs of his military career, the impact it had on his family, and what he learned about life as a result. He also talks about the 2012 Benghazi attack, subsequent personal battles, and how his faith has helped him overcome it all. There’s a lot packed into this episode, so buckle up.
