The Up and Comers Show: Recent Episodes
Thane Marcus Ringler
The Up and Comers Show is a podcast about the process of becoming. Our tagline is “learning how to live a good life” which we believe takes living with “intention in the tension” because life is inevitably filled tensions we must live within. Hosted by Thane Marcus Ringler, this show aims to unpack the stories of other inspiring up and comers in long-form interviews, share conversations with fellow peers on common issues we face in this phase of life, and provide concepts and ideas in shorter topical episodes that will help us live a purpose driven life of intentionality.
In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler gives three reasons why he’s going on a sabbatical. These three reasons include time, money, and focus. If you found value in the show and you want it to continue, please listen to this episode. Thane enumerates simple ways you can contribute to help the show go on. If you want to be an active up and comer, consider becoming a contributing member of the community to help shoulder production expenses. Tune in to find out how.
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In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler and his guest, Sean Hanson, come together for a fellowship conversation on ministry, masculinity, and management. Sean launched BUD Ministries, a nonprofit seeking to unite, disciple, and equip young men to be unshakably devoted in their pursuit of Christ. Thane and Sean discuss the modern challenges of spreading the Gospel, how masculinity means having a “humble swagger,” and the challenges of running an organization.
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Marriage is not the end-game for many relationships. It is where the journey actually begins. In an age where many marriages fall through the roof, how can you fight the statistics and maintain a healthy and long-lasting relationship with your life partner? In this Couch Conversation episode, Thane Marcus Ringler and his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler, share learnings and advice from their own partnership and marriage. They catch us up on some of their experiences, challenges, and how they each help the other in their relationship that so many other couples can relate to, showing that what is most personal is most universal. Tackling communication, conflict resolution, growth in the relationship, faith in God, and more, Thane and Evan paint us a clear picture of what it takes to keep a marriage within that loving place while also encouraging growth. Listen in to learn more.
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It is not wrong to give your best in your business and strive hard to achieve success, but it is unacceptable to disregard your physical, mental, and personal states just to accomplish that. An entrepreneur can only be considered successful if they truly understand how to use a sustainable approach when running a business. Sharing his personal experiences with Thane Marcus Ringler is the Founder of EntrepreneurHQ and Owner of The Perk Coffee Co. & Green Spaces Coworking, Austin Gray. Austin explains how he found growth even outside the business scene by appreciating the help from his mentor, business partner, and loving wife, all while keeping a strict workout routine throughout the year. He also talks about his mission of bringing entrepreneurs together, contributing a lot to building his business mindset.
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The human heart is the chamber of humanity where dreams, disappointments, hope, and other emotions and desires are found. The Wild at Heart author himself, John Eldredge, sits with Thane Marcus Ringler and talks about the impact of global trauma on humanity and why the human heart prefers denial and falls short in self-kindness. John is a best-selling author, a counselor and a teacher. In this fascinating conversation, they talk about the importance of where we look for encouragement, the trauma that was experienced in 2020, how we often prefer denial as humans, what practicing self-kindness looks like, John's journey from counseling to writing and speaking, the importance of guarding the heart, and so much more. Enjoy this really deep and impactful interview with John.
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Believe it or not, it’s easier to beat ourselves up all the time for not being good enough than to change our inner dialogue and give ourselves some grace. Self-kindness is the antidote to self-sabotage, whether the latter shows up in the form of unrealistic expectations, self-shaming or the comparison trap. The kinder we are with ourselves, the kinder we could show up to other people around us. Can you imagine a world where people are showing up with kindness to themselves and to each other? It’s a wonderful world that Thane Marcus Ringler begs us to envision in this episode.
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In running a business, values still trump mere money-making strategies. That's why in any setting, entrepreneurs who give enormous regard to servant leadership will always find success in their chosen field. Athlete-turned-businessman John Pierson sits down with Thane Marcus Ringler to share how he concentrates on the mindset of serving others in running his business, Servant Coffee. He goes deep about how putting others in front of you is key in gaining meaningful relationships and even more fulfilling results. He also shares his own recipe of achieving the right balance in life as he jumps roles between a loving father and a hard-working business owner.
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You are called upon to serve where you are. No matter what your circumstances are, God has given you the gifts that you have the responsibility to use in the service of the people around you. Eric Wood lives by this principle everyday as someone who does helping people as his profession. Eric is the first African-American VP of Louisiana Tech, as well as the first Athletic Director to take in that same role. For 22 years, Eric has devoted his heart to serving other people, especially his students and the people he works with. In this interview with Thane Marcus Ringler, we will learn how Eric’s experience as a poor multiracial kid from the Bronx raised by a single mother shaped the way he looks at the world, his relationship with faith and his fight against inequality. Listen in for some of Eric’s powerful stories that teach us a lot on what a life of passion and compassion looks like.
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When your back is finally pushed against the wall, you will start to have a new life perspective centered on gratitude, optimism, and putting trust in God. This is what actor Riji Raja went through by experiencing homelessness with her husband, marking one of the most challenging phases of their lives. She sits down with Thane Marcus Ringler to share how they transitioned from being a homeless couple living in their car to making it big in their own careers, all while battling loneliness, family disputes, and racism. Riji also explains how her constant search for positivity and affirmation eventually brought her from the Hollywood stage to founding the stationery and wellness brand Affirmation Darling.
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What has 2020 taught you? We’ve all had such a challenging year that it bears upon us to reflect on what we have witnessed and experienced so that we may come up in the new year in better form. In this fellowship episode, Thane Marcus Ringler shares the seat with his good friend and partner, Adam Setser. Together, they discuss a host of topics that stood out in their conscious minds in 2020, including: why we need obstacles in our life, the importance of eating humble pie, being motivated by love, pursuing excellence, middle leadership, servant leadership, and being motivated by love. Hopefully you will find gems of thought that will inspire you for the rest of this new year.
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After the long year that is 2020, we’re finally beginning anew with 2021. What better way to kick off the new year than a good processing of the things that happened and what is to come? Starting the show this 2021 with a Couch Conversations episode, Thane Marcus Ringler brings in his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler, to talk about their 2020 reflections, some words of the year, facing anxiety, and questions to ponder for this new year. Evan shares how she learned what peace looks like even amidst the uncertainties of last year and how they each overcome the anxieties often brought on by society’s expectations. Looking forward, Thane and Evan then talk about their plans for 2021 and what they hoped for as they take on the challenges that are to come.
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With the rocky year that is 2020 coming to an end, we look upon 2021 full of hope and positive expectations. In this year-ender episode, Thane Marcus Ringler looks back on everything that happened this year, focusing on both the good and the bad. He reflects on how change and commitment go hand in hand if we expect to find true progress and growth. Thane also emphasizes the importance of motivating oneself to do greater things by gathering the lessons of our previous chapters as we start a brand new page.
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Entrepreneurship is such an enticing word that it can be so easy to get blinded by the name we fail to anticipate the inevitable challenges that come with it. If you plan to become an entrepreneur, this episode will get you covered on the highs and lows of this path that most people don’t realize. Thane Marcus Ringler sits down with Tyler Wilson, a speaker, mentor, and founder of Wurstküche, to discuss Tyler’s journey on helping people fall in love through his business. He talks about his experiences starting a restaurant and sausage business that pioneers a new market niche in LA, all the while overcoming adversities in his life and battling dyslexia. Having grown up in an entrepreneurial family, he also shares the lessons he has learned, dealing with operational efficiencies and turnover, the challenges with generational differences, balancing family and work life, and more. Plus, Tyler also tells us his insights into finding creative solutions to education and improving the education system and then lays down some of his cornerstone habits and self-talk that can also help you face the challenges head-on.
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Entrepreneurship opens up various opportunities to help make people’s lives better, not only with the products you make but the causes you support through them. Changing capitalism by helping others buy better through ethical and impactful shopping, Rachel Kois of Simple Switch joins Thane Marcus Ringler to tell us the amazing things he has been doing in pushing the power of entrepreneurship to solve some of the world’s most serious problems. She takes us into her online marketplace that puts social cause at the forefront of every product there is. An intentional activist, Rachel embraces the belief that you can make a difference. Join her in this episode as she talks about her journey as an entrepreneur, the difference between charity and empowerment, learning how to receive feedback, and more.
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It is not very difficult to empathize with deprivation if you had been on the same boat before. As a child, Hav A Sole Founder, Rikki Mendias spent over five years in a shelter. His mother struggled to make ends meet and couldn’t even afford to buy him a pair of much needed shoes. This early deprivation caused Rikki to develop an obsession for shoes and he started building a substantial sneaker collection. One night, Rikki realized that he had more shoes than he needed and decided to give away some of them – a pivotal moment that started a movement that has been going strong through the years. From that moment, Hav A Sole has since given thousands of pairs of shoes to those in need. Looking back, the woman who gave Rikki his first pair of Vans at the shelter would be proud at the person he has become. Listen to this inspiring story on this episode with your host, Thane Marcus Ringler.
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Society seems to ask too much of us that it can be quite stressful to fully embody who we want to be and feel worthy just as who we are. How do we overcome that and accept that we are worthy as ourselves? Thane Marcus Ringler lets us in on this session of couch conversations with his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler, where they talk about worthiness, lessons from COVID-19, and the coming Holiday Season. They share their experience of having tested positive for the virus and the things they learned during those span of two weeks. Looking forward, Thane and Evan then discuss the upcoming Holiday season, how it is going to be different this year, what mindset they are having for it, and their plans on how to spend it.
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The greatest leaders in the world have no reputation. Like Jesus, they don’t care for accolades or recognition. They simply follow God’s voice in serving Him and His people to the best of their abilities. But those leaders need to come from somewhere. They need to be lovingly cultivated to find their true identity under God’s guidance. This is where Norris Williams comes in, a cherry farmer who prunes not only fruit-bearing trees, but also emerging servant-leaders in the Kingdom of God. As a coach, Norris inspires and equips ordinary men and women to know their true identity and use it to bring about positive transformation in their respective areas of leadership. Joining Thane Marcus Ringler in this conversation, he talks about making the right things easy, living in the Kingdom, being a man of vision, what healthy masculinity looks like, identity versus roles, developing leaders of no reputation, tribalism and so much more.
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In the modern world, many of us are overly specialized. While that has its many benefits, oftentimes, we miss out on seeing the best of other things because we focus too much on one thing. As a modern-day renaissance man, Abel James has known this to be true. Abel is a New York Times best-selling author, musician, online creator, the host of the award-winning Fat-Burning Man. In this episode, he joins Thane Marcus Ringler to share his unique perspective against specialization and why it is necessary to strive for a holistic balance in life. He tells us about his daily practices, the origin story of his show, the things he has learned from coping and navigating through trauma, and the inside perspective on entrepreneurship. Plus, Abel also talks about the importance of operating with integrity, innovating into the future, taking back ownership of the online world, and so much more. Join him and Thane in this interesting discussion as they pull back the curtains of many things and remind us that everything is connected.
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Polarity is based on the premise of dualism, and it is precisely the line of thought that we need to break free from if we are to achieve true unity. As we move on to a new era in American history, we need to be reminded of a few simple things that we can start doing in ourselves to achieve unity amidst difference. Join Thane Marcus Ringler as he gives us eight of these gentle reminders. A quick disclaimer, you are not going to hear about giant leaps and esoteric goals. What Thane talks about here is daily, in-person, real-life work that we need to start being intentional about for the rest of 2020 and beyond.
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In the face of cancer, we can think that all hope is lost. How do you continue to find a reason to keep going, especially when your loved one is fighting for their life? In this inspiring conversation, Thane Marcus Ringler sits down with Deliece Hofen, the President of Braden’s Hope for Childhood Cancer, to share her messages of hope and promise for those whose lives have been affected by this disease, in one way or another, and to live despite it all. She tells us the story of how she went from being a former teacher to starting her own foundation, recounting the events where her youngest son was diagnosed. In the midst of her circumstances, Deliece continued to see life brighter and hope as always possible. She shares that same perspective with us and the lessons pain has taught her, believing that though cancer can take life, it cannot take away how you live.
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Exciting things are coming at the Thane Marcus Academy, and who better to share what they are with us than Thane Marcus Ringler himself? First time on the show, we flip the script as Thane takes a seat on the hot seat opposite his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler. He talks about the two online courses designed to help us grow self-awareness and develop discipline. Sharing his hard-earned and proven and tested wisdom, Thane takes us into his own journey of self-awareness and cultivating discipline. He tells us how it started for him, the lessons he learned from others along the way, and how it is packed within the two courses he’s offering to help us become better leaders and entrepreneurs.
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Interviews are a crucial part of any business. It is the first line of defense for businesses that could either make or break them, and we all know how detrimental hiring the wrong person could be. In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler catches up with his friend Josh Oakes to share with us what goes on in the world of interviewing, how you can interview well, and how, as an interviewee, you can get hired. Josh has been working as a Senior Corporate Recruiter at Agile Sourcing Partners, where he manages the hiring process for the corporate organization as well as their major utility customers all across the United States. On top of the interview process, he also shares with us the story of his life, taking unconventional paths, and transitioning from college to career. At the core of it, he shows us the importance of being the best you, challenging yourself on a daily basis away from living a monotonous life.
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The mental and emotional game is just as important as our physical when it comes to success. Long intrigued by this fact, former professional golfer, Rick Sessinghaus, studied the mental and emotional skills that make or break a performance. In this episode, he joins host Thane Marcus Ringler to share those with us along with his journey as a mental coach, helping others’ performances through the ultimate mind game of golf. Together, and with the help of Rick’s book, Golf, they cover a wide range of topics, including learning from failure, holding high integrity in your life, Rick’s career path, the importance of full commitment, the role of meditation, and why self-awareness matters. Through it all, Rick has now found more satisfaction helping others achieve their dreams than ever before. Listen in on this conversation as he lets you in on that and imparts great wisdom to guide you in your own journey towards success.
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With the presidential elections fast approaching, the political issues that polarize the American people are once more at the core of many conversations. In this divisive atmosphere, it becomes all the more important for us to shift the conversation into how we can work our way around these polarizing issues and achieve unity. Why is diversity of thought important? Why is empathy critical? How do we get over our tendency to label and classify people according to their stances in specific issues? In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler and his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler take a moment to sit down for a couch conversation to tackle this sensitive topic.
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Anyone who has used the LoveBomb app has experienced how it’s making it fun, quick, and easy to stay connected with the people they care about. The product of Mark Shapiro’s genius, this digital expression of kindness helps make you better art keeping in touch with others. Mark has sent over 10,000 personalized appreciation videos to those he cares about and gave a TEDx talk on human connection in the digital age. On today’s show, Thane Marcus Ringler brings him on to talk about the app, being a relational person, the power of acknowledgment and possibility, pivoting careers from corporate to the entrepreneurship world, starting a tech company, and so much more. Stay tuned for this engaging, thoughtful, and fun conversation.
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Podcasting has been slowly growing as an industry as more and more people are tuning in, and businesses, experts, and influencers are discovering its many benefits. If you are curious about what it takes to start one of your own, then this episode will be a treat! Thane Marcus Ringler interviews on the show leadership coach, business consultant, and host of Win Today, Christopher Cook, to share with us some great insights about podcasting. What does it entail? Is it worth it for you to do? What opportunities does it present? Christopher answers this and more while sharing some of the hard lessons he’s learned. Speaking about the tough times in life that we all will experience, Christopher then opens up about his own dark season right now, being vulnerable in letting us in on his experiences and how he is taking and overcoming it with the help of faith.
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More than anything else, what we need now in this world is unity and community. The question is what role can you play to help bring this unity about? In this episode Thane Marcus Ringler takes us back to a recent keynote, where he shared a story that illustrates the role of community in promoting individual and collective welfare. There is sheer power in bringing our unique gifts together in a collective effort towards growth and transformation. It’s time we show up and ask ourselves what we can do to contribute.
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The most important thing is to really connect with your "why" and start doing your thing with a clear sense of purpose. If you are looking to have your voice heard by starting your own show, this episode is a must-listen.
We are no better than anyone else, but we have an individual calling and gifting, which makes us unique and different than everyone else. For Ben Courson, that calling is to ignite God’s hope in the hearts of his listeners. Hope is essential. It is a spark that ignites our world, fuels our progress, and spurs us upward and onward, helping us stay the course. On today’s podcast, Ben joins Thane Marcus Ringler to share how, stemming from his own bout with suicide and depression, he is pursuing his purpose of helping people rise out of despair. Ben is a bestselling author, a TV and radio personality, an international speaker, the Founder of Hope Generation, and the senior pastor at Applegate Christian Fellowship.
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Working your way up in a company, especially a tech company, as a black woman can be very daunting, especially if you don’t have many examples to point to in terms of people who have been on the same professional journey as you. For Rovina Valashiya, the journey had her struggling with finding her identity and staying true to herself. Rovina is a Principal Product Manager at Amazon and has successfully launched businesses, both within the company and independently. Today, she joins Thane Marcus Ringler to share her journey through entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced climbing the corporate ladder, and how she shifted from a strong individual performer to a team leader.
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Vulnerability is scary. We have evolved the tendency to protect ourselves at all cost from possible embarrassment and humiliation that we often shy away from revealing our innermost thoughts and feelings. But once you get past the fear and gain the courage to dig deep, you’ll find that vulnerability has something great in store for you. In this episode of Couch Conversations, Thane Marcus Ringler is joined once more by his lovely wife, Evan Ryan Ringler to trade thoughts and stories that demonstrate the power vulnerability. Thane and Ev practice what they preach, and their courage to become vulnerable is palpable in this conversation. Plus, learn about Ev’s new endeavor that she is extremely excited and vulnerable about.
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The specialty retail industry is going through challenging times now with COVID-19 going on, but the principles of success in the industry remain the same. Retail strategist Krista Boyer teaches these principles to business owners through Retail for the People. Having been through the ups and downs of physical store retail herself, Krista knows the struggles and challenges of retail owners and has accumulated a host of ingenious strategies that center around recreating the retail experience for the client. She aims to serve 10,000 local retail businesses and is excited to lead them through the massive shift the industry is experiencing. In this conversation with Thane Marcus Ringler, they talk about a lot of topics, including how to listen well to others, leading with kindness, her childhood entrepreneurial endeavors, her time spent as a ballerina, her path to retail, what she learned from her different roles along the way, the current state of retail, and future goals. The most important takeaways from this interview are from her powerful stories, so make sure to listen close!
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God has a greater story in store for everyone. We just have to strive to know ourselves and discover our purpose in accordance to His plan. Nothing is impossible with God if we just believe. Pastor, speaker, writer and TV and radio podcast host, Sam Collier drives this powerful message home as he sits down in this interview with Thane Marcus Ringer. There is so much to learn from this conversation as Sam and Thane talk about the power of belief, knowing yourself, finding your purpose, the secret to success and the importance of mentorship – all of which are beautifully elaborated in Sam’s book, A Greater Story. Plus, Sam gives his take on the racial divide and racism in present-day America.
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To change is human, but only as long as you realize that you need to do it to yourself as much as you want the next person to do it. How do we change, exactly? It is often easier said than done. A quick look at any aspect of human existence will show you how resistant we are to change when it comes to ourselves. In this rapidly changing world, we need to constantly check on this important responsibility to ourselves and the world around us. Join in as Thane Marcus Ringler brings this powerful message to us in this episode. Plus, tune in for Thane’s six reminders when facing change in our lives and in our world.
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Conflict starts internally. To live an unconflicted life, we must learn how to live fearlessly in our true identity – that precious gift that God gave out of his love for us. Armed with this powerful, faith-centered philosophy, Jamie Winship spent decades bringing peaceful solutions to some of the world's highest conflict areas. The same philosophy powers Identity Exchange, a training and consulting company he cofounded. In this conversation with Thane Marcus Ringer, Jamie tells powerful stories of radical faith that brought him closer to God and his true identity, as well as his thoughts on the growth process, the role of fear, the conflict narrative, the need for forgiveness, and so much more. Learn how a deep understanding of God unleashes our true identity, eliminates internal conflict, and enables us to smash the conflict narrative that pervades the world we live in.
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In our quest to be perfect all the time, we sometimes forget to allow our human emotions to flow through and guide us towards becoming who we really are. Often, there is so much to be gained from allowing ourselves to be without any fear of being wrong. In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler interviews George Towers, pastor at Denver United Church, to help us tap into the very human emotions that we tend to keep ourselves from feeling. They cover a range of topics from developing as a speaker who communicates for change, becoming a helpful contrarian, and noticing more, to understanding race and injustice in our country and living in the nuance. Plus, George further takes us into self-awareness, role models, perspectives on the bible, grit and tenacity, and more! Dive deep into this jam-packed episode where you’ll find how there is more to life if we allow ourselves to let go and learn from others.
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As we stay at home throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a good time to start a process of introspection and reflect on our realizations in life. Life is a continuous path of learning. In order to move forward, we need to answer questions that we often forget to ask ourselves. What are we learning? What questions are we asking? What new habits are we instilling? Those are just some of the questions you can use to see how you have been living your life and what you can do to improve that experience. Join in as Thane Marcus Ringler has this conversation with his lovely wife, Evan Ryan Ringler. In this casual but powerful Couch Conversations episode, Thane and Evan share their realizations around effective communication, the things that matter, forming new habits, perfectionism, consistency and more.
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A brand focused on creating and curating thoughtfully designed products, Ugmonk was launched in 2008 as a creative outlet to design products that Jeff Sheldon, its Founder, wanted to wear and use. Over a decade later, Ugmonk continues to expand its collection of well-designed products and clothing and attracts a passionate following from around the globe. Jeff joins Thane Marcus Ringler on the show today to discuss his advocacy and illustrate what it takes to run a small business successfully and do it sustainably.
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In this cultural moment that we are in right now with the Black Lives Matter Movement, it is not anymore acceptable to stand idly by and remain silent. If you are willing to join in on the fight but not sure how, then Thane Marcus Ringler has the episode for you! Being helpful, he provides three suggestions for entering the conversation on race, justice, and unity. He shows how we are all capable of stirring up change in the world. And while the change may not happen overnight, never get discouraged and continue to engage in these important conversations. Start with these three things Thane shares in today’s show.
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We are currently facing one of the significant moments in America, one that will continue to live on in history. The Black Lives Matter Movement has finally grown and is getting the recognition that has long been overdue. Furthering the conversation on unity, race, equality, and justice, Thane Marcus Ringler invites Barry Moore, the Director of Church Partnerships at Children’s Hunger Fund and the man behind To Work & Keep. In this episode, they talk about living in a multi-racial family, what’s different about this moment in time, not choosing a side, building the muscle of empathy, bondage versus freedom, the importance of leadership, and the Black Lives Matter Movement. Follow along in this encouraging conversation to learn about the pressing issues during this pivotal moment in history, rethinking what you can do for the cause.
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The racial divide in America reemerges into the spotlight again with the recent turn of events. It is becoming essential for us to move towards racial reconciliation to achieve unity as a people. Josh Goertzen brings this message of unity in this conversation with Marcus Thane Ringer as they explore the issue of race in America, being a better neighbor, and how distance breeds indifference. Josh is a 25-year-old pastor from Hutchinson, Kansas. Making the big move to urban California with his wife, Erika, he is passionate about bringing the Gospel to poor communities in the inner city. He sees beauty in diversity and believes that unity can be achieved by celebrating it as a gift from God and connecting with different people with love and compassion. As we struggle for social justice, we should never forget the greater ministry of reconciling ourselves to God and each other.
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History has not changed as much as some of us would like to think. The overarching fact that injustice is real and has been present for over 400 years is proof of that. We see a resurgence of a cry for justice before our very eyes, a fight against injustice in our world. In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler enters the conversation of the cultural moment being experienced in America today. He highlights what is true, what is helpful, and what we still don't know about the systemic injustice and racism certain races are experiencing.
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In a world where information is right at our fingertips, where do we draw the line between taking in all that we can and exploring for ourselves what we could know? Do we outsource our thinking and simply accept what we've read or heard as the truth? Have we lost the ability to say "I don't know"? In another Couch Conversations episode, Thane Marcus Ringler and his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler, ponder on these questions and dive deep into the idea of being informed—what it means now, what good it does, and how it can be bad. Going through the COVID-19 pandemic, they then talk about depression, which is undeniably more felt in this time of quarantining and social distancing. They discuss the ways social media has made us feel small and how we can take that back. Imparting practical advice to help us grow in these areas, Thane and Evan then end with the importance of open-mindedness, of listening to others in full awareness and humility.
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Human interaction can be a messy endeavor if you don’t know how to play your cards right. To James Bowie, it is always about being humble and aware of the other person so that you can understand the way they view things from their perspective. An accountant by trade, James works as the Assurance Senior Manager at Ernst & Young, a global professional services firm. He joins Thane Marcus Ringler on this fellowship where they talk about awareness and humility, questions and invitations, rhythms, lamenting, and the open door policy. James and Thane got in touch because of James’ open-door policy, where he lets friends and friends-of-friends stay with him when visiting New York. These connections with other people instilled in James a deep understanding of human nature and relationships which he brings to this conversation. Listen and take part in this deep dive into the human experience and learn more about human interaction.
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Podcasting has been a booming market for more than half a decade now, and it shows no signs of slowing down. For host Marcus Thane Ringler, starting a podcast is just a matter of doing it. Of course, you do need to pay attention to certain technicalities, such as hardware and software, launching platforms, and others, which Marcus details in this episode. However, th
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If done the right way, publishing a book about your learnings and experiences has the ability to impact so many people out there. Publishing a book changes lives - not just yours, but your readers’ as well. Chandler Bolt is the Founder and CEO of Self-Publishing School, as well as the author of six bestselling books. Drawing on his experience in the self-publishing field, Chandler speaks to Thane Marcus Ringler about what you need to remember when you're considering publishing a book. There's a lot you can do for people out there who can learn from your experiences, and one of those things is putting out a book that may be able to help them get through whatever they're going through.
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Resilience is being able to adapt to existing conditions. Antifragility goes beyond resilience by getting better and better with each exposure to stressors. Joining Thane Marcus Ringler in this episode is Cody Burkhart, a human performance specialist and the PSION Lab Chief at NASA. Cody and Thane talk about antifragility and how it relates to teaching children. Drawing heavily from his experience as a father, Cody gives his take on the prevailing paradigm in education. He suggests a better model for learning that teaches children how to recognize patterns, attain situational awareness, and think efficiently - all geared at raising good humans who are antifragile and have the ability to thrive in an uncertain world.
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In this busy and rapidly changing day and age, we all can't help but feel the pressure to do as much as we can as fast as we could. As a result, we are sometimes left with unsatisfactory results, where we could have done better. What is lacking in all of this is discipline, and Thane Marcus Ringler reminds us how important this ability is in our lives. In the middle of developing his course about the subject, Thane gives us a teaser on what to expect through some of the tools and practices that can help us become a disciplined person. In this episode, he taps into the value and beauty that is found in self-control or in delaying gratification, which is necessary if we are to lead and change ourselves and the world for the better.
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What is marriage all about, and how much should a ceremony cost? In this fellowship episode, Thane Marcus Ringler has none other than his wife, Evan Ryan Ringler. She is a powerhouse of a woman and is one of the most thoughtful, caring, and intentional individuals Thane has met in his life. Here, they discuss some of their views on weddings, their allotment, marriage, and facing change. They talked through how they have been coping with the changes amid the COVID-19 pandemic while simultaneously trying to get married. They also share some reminders that have been helpful for them in walking forward into the future unknowns together. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this fellowship episode with Thane and Evan.
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Life as a DJ can get a lot more complicated than some people might think because unbeknownst to many, it's not all just pressing buttons all the time. Plenty of thought goes into the process of being a DJ, from the learning to the set-up, before you can actually go out there and call yourself a DJ. Thane Marcus Ringler is joined by a rising DJ and producer, Ken Chen, also more well known by his stage name, DJ Sleeper. They talk about Ken's journey to DJ'ing, and how he uncovers the many layers that music has to offer in what he does. They also go into tennis and its parallels with music, living with heightened senses, and the stories we tell ourselves, and how those narratives ultimately affect us.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has probably never felt this much change in such a short amount of time than ever before. In just weeks and months, our daily lives took a standstill, causing so many unprecedented adjustments physically, emotionally, and mentally. Host, Thane Marcus Ringler, dedicates this episode to share some necessary reminders in the midst of all the changes that we are all thrust into coping. Take heart, however, because these changes may offer us the much-needed encouragement and help to do the things we have put off doing. Thane explains how and why change is what we need to continue our growth, even when it seems like we're stuck right now.
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Living in the fast-paced world as we do in the present does weird things to our mental health. An inability to slow down would possibly only lead to burnout. Finding moments—short or long periods—to slow down is essential to give yourself the mental bandwidth to navigate the modern world. Kate Rentz is a Los Angeles-based director, photographer, and mental health advocate. Thane Marcus Ringler interviews Kate, who speaks about using nature as a sanctuary within which one can slow down, recenter, and find their footing again. If you feel like your mental health is suffering, Kate might have a few tips that you can take to heart for getting the help you need.
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Hardships, disabilities, fear, and emotional trauma are just some of the negativities we encounter in life. In this fellowship episode, Thane Marcus Ringler talks to Kelsey Zahn Melton, a freelance hairstylist and makeup artist by trade, yoga, and meditation teacher in training, and lover of all things food and coffee. Today, Kelsey empowers us with her vibrant aura by educating us about the liminal space, meditation, and how to find God in everything, all of which help us overcome difficulties. Join Thane and Kelsey as they relate their experiences to our everyday lives.
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When things don’t go the way we expected them to be, it becomes so easy to get trapped into blaming others for it. It is time to look past that and back within ourselves. In this short episode, Thane Marcus Ringler talks about the rallying cry to take ownership and never settle. He empowers you to bring awareness to yourself, accepting full responsibility for what we do, and cultivate the ability to be disciplined. Only then will we find the things that truly propel us forward and express our greatest good for the world’s greatest need.
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Because of the differences in the way people live their lives, it's natural that everyone will have differing perspectives on relationships. But from the easy to the hard, it's undeniable that relationships are ultimately enriching parts of the human experience. Thane Marcus Ringler is joined by Gabe Conte and Chad Masters - both influencers as well as married men. Together, Thane, Gabe, and Chad do a roundtable on the enriching power of relationships whether you've been married a while, a newlywed, or just about to dive feet first into marriage.
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Asking yourself the right questions can generate your greater purpose in your life and in the lives of others. Today, Thane Marcus Ringler talks to Danezion Mills, an active member in Good City Mentors, about how the organization is helping him touch the lives of young men as was done for him at the same age. Together, they get down on many different topics - from Danezion’s own story, structure and creativity and how those two mingle, and culture shock and the differences among different cultures, to the power of asking the right question. An incredible singer, Danezion also talks about music and how it speaks to the soul. Be inspired with this episode as you learn more about his upbringing and different childhood traumas, and how he worked through those.
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Anxiety is simply being human. It is typically more present in the build-up to the event rather than in the event itself. In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler helps us regain realization that being anxious is a very natural feeling for humans. Giving you a taste of his own anxieties, he shares some examples where he has overcome his anxiety and found inklings of hope. He also discusses the different elements that impact anxiety and shares some exercises or tools that may allow you to rationalize and conquer your anxieties and fears.
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More than ever, what we all need in this complicated world is a reminder of the simple joys in life. We have become so inundated by the happenings around us that we forget to pull out the stop sign, breathe, and remind ourselves that we, too, must also live. In this fellowship episode, Thane Marcus Ringler reunites with co-founder and former co-host of this podcast, Adam Setser. Now building his life and career as a financial advisor in Valdosta, Georgia, Adam catches us up on the things he is going through in life and what he is learning. He shares to us his new obsession with camping, segueing into our need for grounding in the simple joys and mundane things of life. He also talks about the difference between living a balanced life and a passionate life. Expanding his career, Adam then talks about organ playing, his new writing endeavor, and a whole lot more. Join in on this comfortable and engaging conversation between old friends, and be reminded to find novelty and beauty in the simple things of creation.
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People are beginning to get into tech entrepreneurship earlier and earlier in their lives probably because it is the young people that have their fingers to the pulse of what the target demographic wants. But it's never too late to get started because there are so many niches out there that aren't quite filled. Blending technology with creativity, Erick Lopez is an established actor from Los Angeles, California who's making the jump into tech entrepreneurship with a new social calendar app, Bizzy. Thane Marcus Ringler interviews Erick about the origins of his love for technology, and what finally got him to make the jump into creating an app. Erick has sage advice for both aspiring actors and tech entrepreneurs, so this is not to be missed!
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Intentionality is the key to living a good life. However, a common thing we face in life is coming to a place where we don't know what to do. On today’s show, Thane Marcus Ringler shares some of his personal insights about this dilemma. He also outlines some practical steps we can take when we don't know what to do or when we find ourselves in that place of not knowing.
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Taking a slightly different perspective in life can change your entire attitude and outlook. After playing professionally overseas, David Nurse pivoted into his new career path and worked his way to being in the Brooklyn Nets shooting coach in 2015 to 2016 season, helping them go from third to lowest three-point shooting to first in the NBA. David is an NBA Performance and Life Coach who has trained over a hundred NBA players on the court, as well as being a mentor and life coach to these players. Today, David joins Thane Marcus Ringler to talk about his book, Pivot & Go, and to share how making perspective shifts can lead to immense changes in your everyday life.
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The simple act of sharing what you have can be a huge platform that can trickle down to a bigger effort with a bigger impact. For Head Resident Director at Master’s College, Siona Savini, he ensures that any platform can be used in the best way possible regardless of race and even age group. In today’s interview with Thane Marcus Ringler, Siona shares his observations on different generations, the importance and value of truly listening to others, and the power of perspective and emphasis. They also talk about faith and how it has shifted over the years, leadership and what it entails, and embracing change.
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It's easy to forget one's new year's resolutions, but there are certain principles you can follow to make sure your new year is much better. It's all in the way you view you life and the actions you create. Thane Marcus Ringler discusses the different lenses through which you can make decisions and actions for the new year. Hoping to make a change in yourself, but it doesn't feel like it's sticking? Take charge of your life today!
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Yet another year has nearly passed, so what better time to do a self-evaluation than the present. Remembering your year gives you an opportunity to see what worked for you and what didn't. Host Thane Marcus Ringler teaches on how best to look back at your year to maximize the potential for growth in the next. Each of the twelve months of a year is an opportunity for growth, and you have to be able to look back and see where it went right. The annual tradition is a gift to humanity in that it forces us to be reflective - a time of endless possibility and opportunity that can also lead to so much growth.
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Pursuing a career in the arts, unfortunately, does not guarantee the kind of financial stability we need to survive in this world. This is the reality that filmmaker and writer Jordan Leach continues to face. Having found stability in a 9 to 5 job, Jordan was able to follow his creative pursuits. Now, he has multiple accolades to his name, published the sci-fi, time-travel thriller called Echo, and currently producing his feature film, The Odyssey. In this episode, Jordan shares the journey of how he finds the balance between peace and stress and develops the mental and emotional resilience needed in today’s world. He also talks about his creative pursuits - the process of writing a novel, becoming a filmmaker, and finding a way to make things work. Sharing a load of wisdom, pick up some great life lessons from Jordan as he takes us across the changes of his perspective over time and more.
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From Here to There conveys mental models or frameworks to help you travel down the path to mastery more efficiently and effectively. In this episode, personal development guru Thane Marcus Ringler gives you a taste of his book by revealing his experiences as a professional golfer and some practical applications for turning the information into action. Discover nuggets of wisdom about simplicity, purpose, and why success is not equal to mastery.
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His wisdom in applying knowledge, his ability to analyze things from a different perspective, and his ability to affect and cause change are just a few of the ways people in the community describe Peter Peitz. In his lifetime, Peter lived, learned and worked in four countries. Today, as an 82-year-old businessman, banker, philanthropist and bicyclist, he shares how America helped his dreams to come true and tells of the hazards along the way. Don’t miss this episode as host Thane Marcus Ringler talks with his grandfather about his 50 years in Cotter, Arkansas. As they dive into looking inward versus outward, they also take a look at why it’s important to be silent and still. They also differentiate bending versus breaking as well as fear versus love. Furthermore, Peter shares some tips on viewing risks properly, and his views on the dangers of success, the importance of commitment, employee as partners and associates, and much more!
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Setting goals, dopamine pathways, advertising and marketing, culture and society – these are some of the interesting things we are going talk about today as Thane Marcus Ringler interviews CRACK + CIDER Co-founder Charlotte Cramer. Charlotte shares so many interesting things including her path through advertising and marketing into behavior change, and how we listen to the mind more than the body, and vice versa. Thane and Charlotte also talk about dopamine pathways and dopamine fasting, which is similar to the art of noticing in many ways. Learn from Charlotte’s interesting brain as she shares her insights about the current workforce, what the culture and society are producing within organizations, and so much more.
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Living in varied cultures allows you to explore the meaning of life deeper, be more appreciative, and motivated for success. Today's episode is an interview with Kenishaa Francis who is an artist, a singer, performer, dancer, entertainer, radio host, designer, and therapist. Having lived exposed to many cultures, she talks about its differences and how she was able to overcome childhood adversities and redeem pain and loss. As a single child, Kenishaa opens up about her yearning for parental love. She walks us through her interesting life and teaches how we can use pain for good. She also touches on her wide-ranging career path and some of her future dreams and goals.
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This is an interview with Johnny Youssef, the Swiss Army knife of home renovation. Throughout the years, Johnny has taken on a lot of roles including being a young adult pastor, a television news editor, a real estate agent investor, renovator landlord, interior designer, public speaker, event planner and more. Today, host Thane Marcus Ringler and Johnny talk a lot about different perspectives from the different cultures Johnny lived in. They also talk about being raised with an entrepreneurial mindset and how he views risk as a result. They also touch on learning how to say no and living in different tensions from different seasons of life. One of the large themes during the conversation was the difference between passion and opportunity. It's chock-full of practical, helpful stories and insight. We know you are going to enjoy this interview, so please sit back, relax, and enjoy this interview with Johnny Youssef.
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What if it were easy? At first blush, this question seems overly optimistic and almost like a fantasy. Yet this question has been powerful in Thane Marcus Ringler’s own life and thoughts this past month and he hope it can be for you as well. In this episode, Thane talks about making changes and shifting priorities and opens up about his personal experience with the question. The goal of asking this question is not to pretend that life is easy, that making change is easy, or that embracing discomfort and walking forward despite your fears is an easy thing to do. The point is things that are worthwhile and meaningful aren't easy, so the next time you find yourself paralyzed from the largeness of whatever it is you’re experiencing, ask yourself, “What if it were easy?”
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From childhood, we've been taught to do things on our own and rely on our abilities to face challenges, but can we really do it alone? In this fellowship episode, keynote speaker and entrepreneur True Tamplin talks about reliance on God in all aspects of life. True opens up about what an inspired life looks like and how to balance confidence with humility in admitting that a "backup" is needed to succeed in life. His example is a testament that no matter how accomplished you are, it's not really all because of you. He also touches on entrepreneurship with a purpose and finding joy in seeing a change in people's lives.
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Lanny Hunter is a retired physician with more than fifty years' experience in the consultation room and operating theater. He is a Vietnam veteran and recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for Valor. He has authored and co-authored more than five books and lives in Denver, Colorado with his wife, Carolyn.
In this back-porch conversation, host Thane Marcus Ringler talks with Lanny about the disciplines of science and religion, embracing the mystery, and living a reflective life. Lanny also shares his experiences in the Vietnam War and practicing medicine, and dives into the role of writing, the power of stories and narratives, what real heroism looks like, and more!
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In a world where we are constantly told to set goals and strive for achievement, it is easy to get enslaved with our idea of the perfect destination. What if we can choose our life's direction rather than be tied to a future we may never predict? In today's episode, let's explore the idea of exchanging destination with direction and the many ways we can be unstuck and empowered to pursue the things we really want. This new sense of freedom will let you enjoy the process of life you never thought you could.
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Life is a series of unexpected moments which require us to build stronger relationships and continuously learn skills for transforming who we are now and who we are supposed to be. Ryan Bethea, the head of Restoration Fund, loves answering questions about how he lives his life and how others can benefit from his existence. In this show, host Thane Marcus Ringler talks to him about fellowship and connecting with others, shifting his momentum from unifying to dividing, and his cornerstone habits. Ryan believes that whatever experiences you have, mentors and role models are necessary to guide you and that you must choose your mentors wisely. Ryan also shares the importance of learning many skills while you are still young.
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Life is inevitably filled with tensions, and the best way to live in the midst of the tensions is with intentionality, that is, infusing intention into all we do. Someone living with intentionality so well is Houston Kraft. Houston is a speaker, curriculum developer, and kindness advocate who has spoken at over 600 events internationally. In 2016, he cofounded CharacterStrong, a curriculum and training that transforms the way schools teach the whole child through social-emotional learning, character education, and equipping educators with practical tools to create a compassionate culture on their campus daily. Today, Houston focuses on how they’re building strong character and sustainable growth in education. We also dive into various topics that include challenging our paradigms, empathy and building it through play, the current challenges facing education and the next generation, being helpful versus being right, the power of human connection, mentorship and fellowship, priorities and how boundaries help create compassion, listening and asking good questions, and so much more!
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As Americans, we have a civic duty and responsibility to protect the freedoms that this country was founded upon. At its core, this original foundation is based upon the equality of all humans - the belief that every human being is created in the image of God, meaning that everyone has worth and value that cannot be taken away. Yet, it’s also an understanding that we are fallen humans and capable of much evil just as much as we are capable of incredible good. This two-fold view is what made America different from every prior form of government. However, in our current society, this freedom and original foundation rest in a perilous place as we have begun to spend all our energy pinpointing the flaws and finding ways to discredit others instead of admiring the good and praising the heroic. Don’t turn a blind eye to the hurt, pain, and injustice of our nation and our world. In this episode, Thane Marcus Ringler shifts the focus on liberty and equality for all as a beacon of hope.
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Our world has become an environment obsessed with technology, being busy, and overstimulation that taking the time to stop and smell the flowers seem ridiculous. After all, if we’re slowpokes, we’re going to be left behind, and nobody wants that. Chef, experience curator, and ultimate hostess Kara Elise has mastered the art of slowness and is creating beauty through hosting. Believing that creating intentional time to sit with others is an essential practice, she creates spaces and experiences that cultivate community. Today, she joins host Thane Marcus Ringler to talk about kairos time and epiphanies, and the power of metaphors and story and why she uses that. They also dive into being present more, the abundance versus the scarcity mindset, the importance of doing the work, the power of food, and more. It's fascinating to dive into her mind and her work, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this interview with Kara.
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— Healing Childhood Trauma
— Creating Space for People
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— Life vision / mantra
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Topics include: * Nigerian heritage / childhood * work ethic / importance of school * his maturing into a professional basketball career * the struggles and learnings from 10 years playing professionally * his seemingly incongruent career-path * the importance of optimism / faith * failing fast * his mission in life * and much more!
Peter Peitz is a man who has lived a full life, and isn't near done. From his childhood in WWII Germany, to the cultural exposure in his young adulthood, to the success in business that catapulted him into a long-standing career - Peter is the definition of a "life well lived". This episode is the first a series of interviews that we hope to do with Peter. It covers many topics, ranging from the benefit of work, to developing a healthy tolerance, to how we can properly assess ourselves, to how he ended up in Cotter, AR, and much more. No matter the age or stage of life, there is something in here that you need to learn from and hear. It is an episode you don't want to miss. For the full show notes head to: www.theupandcomersshow.com/peterp
Each day of our life is filled with choices. Most choices we have seem insignificant, but in reality they all have the potential to become powerful choices. Easy choices will be our default if we don’t make a choice, which is why it’s so important we commit to making powerful choices. Powerful change always comes from powerful choices. If we want to lead lives of impact, we must get really good at consistently making powerful choices. Tune in to hear more from Thane on how we can do this. www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/choices
Vanessa is a Venice based event coordinator and stylist who works with local creatives to curate shared experiences and cultivate community. Motivated by seeing people genuinely on cloud nine as they share life events with one another, she is the driving force to make any vision come to life. With a diverse set of experiences from large scale social gatherings of 300+ people to intimate fireside panel discussions, Vanessa can see any event through. Her attention to detail, keen eye for design, love for harmony, and logistical mastery ensure that each and every event highlights artistry and runs like a well-oiled machine. For the full show notes go to: www.theupandcomersshow.com/vanessa
Joshua Davis is an Actor, Producer and Director living in Hollywood, California. He is known for his work producing and directing for BuzzFeed. As an actor, he's appeared in television shows like Grey's Anatomy and General Hospital. In his free time Joshua serves as a mentor to teen boys through Good City Mentors and the Boys Republic. For the full show notes visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/joshua
In life, we can either live out of a place of fear, or we can choose to operate out of a place of love. To hear more of Thane’s thoughts and experiences from both ends of the spectrum, tune in to hear how we can be freed of fear and live from love. For the full show notes, check out: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/twoemotions
TRACE is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter who was made to create music. Growing up in Orange County, California, the daughter of Carol Kim (known as "the Tina Turner of Vietnam"), TRACE never planned to follow her mother's footsteps and pursue a career in music. She picked up an acoustic guitar for the first time as a teenager, but didn't begin writing songs until her freshman year of college. TRACE found her voice in writing songs, and since then, music has become a personal calling that she hasn’t turned away from. In 2016, TRACE brought her first EP, Low, to life through a Kickstarter campaign. The 4-track project earned her comparisons to the “west-coast cool of Lana Del Rey” and the “R&B-kissed ruminations of James Blake,” as well as over 20M streams and her first record deal. In early 2018 TRACE made her Ultra Records debut with 3 singles and a partnership with the California chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) to raise awareness on anxiety in the entertainment industry. TRACE is set to release her next single August 9th. The song will be the third track off her sophomore EP, expected late summer/early fall of 2019. With over 55 million streams across her catalog, and press support from Refinery 29, Teen Vogue, NYLON, Forbes, Milk, HypeBeast, C-Heads Magazine, The Line of Best Fit and L’Officiel it’s clear that TRACE is a voice you can’t ignore. For the full show notes, visit: http://www.theupandcomersshow.com/trace
Raised in Los Angeles, Nate has been surrounded by a variety of educational beliefs his whole life. With being home-schooled, the discussion between the value of public, private, or home school was ever present and became a motivation for him to study education in college. After receiving his B.A. in Mathematics Education from California State University, Northridge, he continued at CSUN for his teaching credential. Currently, Nate is teaching middle school mathematics. Alongside education, his passions are: human development, cognitive development, individual learning styles, and building a caring learning environment. Personally, he loves living in Los Angeles, a city filled with amazing international foods and numerous outdoor activities.
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In this shorter episode, Thane shares some thoughts on two tools for creating change in your life. We all deal with self-limiting beliefs, and often it feels as if we can’t overcome them. Change is hard, and sometimes it doesn’t feel possible.
But it is possible, and through the framework given in this episode, you will learn what the path is for creating change, the key ingredient for empowering change, and the lasting focus needed for solidifying that change.
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YouTuber, Influencer, Entrepreneur, Musician, and Actor, Gabriel Conte is an LA based 24 year old living counter culturally for the name of Jesus. Born and raised in South Florida he began his professional journey through the once popular, short form video app, Vine in his first year of college. Two years later he was able to transfer what he built into a professional, digital entertainment career as an influencer/YouTuber that led him to Los Angeles in the summer of 2015. Since then, Gabriel has continued to grow his follow with his now wife - Jess - who he married in December 2016 and build his career both in digital and traditional entertainment as an actor, musician, and entrepreneur. Through his entire journey he never lost site of the true reason for everything he was building and continued to stay the course, dedicated to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. For the full show notes visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/gabe
Clayton Snyder is a film, television, and stage actor and producer most known for his role as Ethan Craft on Disney Channel’s Lizzie McGuire. After filming The Lizzie McGuire Movie in 2002, Clayton put acting on hold to pursue athletic and academics. He attended Pepperdine University where he earned a BA in Film Studies and All-American honors as a water polo player and continued to play professionally in Europe and train with the US National Team. Heeding the call back to entertainment, Clayton has since starred in various film and TV projects that can be found on Amazon Prime and Netflix, as well as musicals at the Garry Marshall Theatre. For the full show notes visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/clayton
In this episode Thane delves into the reality of shortcuts and how baby steps hold a greater power in achieving success than giant leaps.
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As the 100th episode of this show has arrived, Thane & Adam look back and reflect on some of their favorite episodes through the years. This is an episode filled with sweet memories, changed for the future, and being honest with ourselves.
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I'm Chad Masters. A 20 something from small town Florida. Educationally I have two business degrees and am pursuing a Masters degree while enjoying newly wed life! I work as a model by day and by night I am building what I hope will be a movement that inspires people to 'be the good' wherever they are! A man is not known for what he does from 9-5, but for what he does from 5-9... For the full show notes visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/chad
Jennifer Watson, MPT, I.M.T.,C. is a dynamic motivational speaker with a gift for intuitive and visionary coaching. She is an expert in self-empowerment, mental wellness, post-trauma growth and leadership mastery. She is passionate and honored to help those achieve their own greatness with authenticity, grace and class. As a former collegiate athlete & All-American and current integrative physical therapist, coach, speaker and entrepreneur, she is ecstatic to share a message of strength, courage and hope against mountain tops that may seem unattainable. With 18 years experience in business and leadership management and health + wellness advocacy, she inspires those to unleash their potential and performance in all areas of their life. For the full show notes visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/jennifer
In a culture that pushes working 24/7 in order to achieve dreams, rest is a forgotten part of this algorithm. Thane talks the importance of the Sabbath and practical ways we can make this a reality In our lives.
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Kait Warman is a Los Angeles based lifestyle blogger, inspirational speaker, relationship coach, online educator and host of the Heart of Dating Podcast, a top 50 Christian rated Podcast. . . Kait's mission is to empower both men and women to have the courage to own their story, walk in victory, thrive with PURPOSE, and discover clarity and vision in their life and relationships. Kait is particularly passionate about the topic of relationships and has a deep hope that the dating scene can be transformed (because let’s face it #thestruggleisreal). For the full show notes visit:
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In this episode, Thane and Adam talk about the tensions we all will inevitably face in life. They break these down and suggest approaches to overcome them.
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Oksanna Shulgach is a YouTuber, traveler, and aspiring entrepreneur. Her goal through YouTube Is to motivate people to live bold lives without regrets. She is passionate about travel, her family, and all things related to creating and experiencing life. In this episode, Thane and Oksanna chat about what it’s like to be a YouTuber from who inspired her to the future plans with her channel, Osi Talks. They talk of the lessons that come from being your own boss and the difficulties surrounding living in L.A. From mental health struggles, to being comfortable with yourself, to embracing responsibilities, and everywhere in-between - this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. For full show notes go to: www.upandcomersshow.com/episodes/osi
Change will occur in our lives inevitably, but we get to decide if this is going to be positive or negative change. There are easy five steps that can be used to ensure we consistently create positive change rather than negative.
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Esteban Gast is an entertainer, educator, and entrepreneur. He is Colombian, was raised in Puerto Rico and Illinois and currently lives in LA. He was touring as a comedian at the age of 23, taught creativity at the college level and co-authored a book on creativity while living in Central Illinois, and worked as president of a sustainability-focused institute in Panama. He was also COO of Scriptd, a script database and story platform that elevates underrepresented creators. Most recently, he is speaking at schools with CharacterStrong and has helped create all sorts of web, tv, and film content around masculinity, empathy, civic engagement, and more. For the full show notes go to: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/esteban
In this second part of the Tensions of Life series, Adam and Thane discuss the balance between novelty and mundanity within daily life. From examining the difference between healthy and unhealthy forms of novelty, to discussing the true role of novelty in everyday life, this conversation is sure to be as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. Learning how to live a good life is a daily process for all of us, join us in this journey and tune in to hear what living with intentionality in the realm of novelty entails. For the full show notes go to: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/novelty
For the past ten years, Brigit has been facilitating personal and professional development for women alongside her practice as a painter. As the founder of WE, Brigit believes the quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives. She has a passion for developing Relational Mindfulness to help people have thriving relationships. For full show notes visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/brigit
We live in an age of information and a culture consumed by hyper connectedness. Due to this, we can often forget to take time to just sit with ourselves.
Thane talks the three step process of becoming self aware. Taking a look at the past can help us see the root of why we do what we do and help us to have a fresh outlook on the future.
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Allison Trowbridge is the founder and CEO of Copper Book Clubs, a book club platform and community based company. She published her book, “Twenty-Two” in 2017 with HarperCollins / Thomas Nelson while completing an MBA at the University of Oxford. Allison became obsessed with publishing after witnessing a handful of books ignite the global anti-slavery movement, where she worked for nearly ten years leading marketing, fundraising, and international campaigns—at The Freedom Fund, Not For Sale, and as a partner at an impact investment fund, Just Business. For the full show notes, theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/allie
In this episode Thane and Adam dive deep into what it really means to have a balanced life. In today's society being a workaholic has become the new normal, but it doesn't have to be.
They dissect how to truly rest and what we often forget when it comes to doing it the right way.
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Brian Larrabee leads Good City Mentors and is considered a leader in building strategic community partnerships for social good. In 2014, after meeting students from a continuation high school in south Los Angeles, he brought in 35 inspiring friends and began what is now Good City Mentors. Today, Good City Mentors has over 300 mentors, and has seen graduation rates triple since their inception. Good City Mentors was awarded as one of LA’s top emerging nonprofits for 2018 and is recognized as a leader in high school based mentoring. Brian attended Southern New Hampshire University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and was the Business Student of the Year. He was the school’s first ever NCAA Academic All-American and signed a professional basketball contract to play in Porto, Portugal. Brian resides in Mar Vista, CA with his wife and baby boy, Camden. In this episode, we dive into the power of mentorship, the importance of relationships, how to improve relational capacity, the importance of failure and experiences, the hero’s journey, and much more. For the full show notes, theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/brian
"The point is, we will always be at some place on the spectrum and the goal will always be to find out what side of the fence we’re on and try to move towards the middle more."
In this episode, Thane dives deep into what it means to always be in process & on a spectrum.
Time Markers: 0:30 - Announcements 4:00 - Mental Model of Self Awareness 5:30 - What It Means to Be “In Process” 6:32 - funky glitch 6:41 - funky glitch again 6:55 - funky glitch yet again 7:30 - We Are All On A Spectrum 10:00 - The Lateral & Linear Versions Of Life 12:00 - Questions to Ponder
Paul Tellefsen is a connector, cultural architect and story-listener. He was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, but currently resides in San Diego, California.
Known digitally as technopaul, Paul grew up in the arts with his first passion being music. Now with his degree in emerging media and communication, he has been in the creative industry full time for 7 years working in various positions and projects like Instagram Is, a documentary, Socality, a creative community, and Able Creative House, a creative agency.
His mission is to create a culture of healthy and meaningful connection. He does that by teaching the value of disconnection and solitude and by creating environments that foster relationship.
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1:30 - YouTube Channel Announcement
6:00 - What Never Fails to Make Paul Smile
6:30 - Paul’s Dream Girl
11:00 - Deep Rooted Love For Music
16:30 - Words to Describe Paul
17:30 - Paul's Origin Story
24:30 - Moving to San Diego
29:00 - How Living Alone Has Changed Paul
32:00 - How to Enjoy Life
38:00 - To Know Or Not to Know Your Enneagram
44:00 - Paul's Creative Process
49:00 - The Story Behind Technopaul
51:00 - Exploring All Things Creative
55:30 - The Early Days Of Instagram
59:00 - Instagram Is Documentary
107:30 - How Social Media Has Changed
1:11:00 - Influencers Are Under Pressure
1:15:00 - Purpose + Generosity = Purposity USA
1:19:30 - Redeeming Social Media
1:22:30 - Interconnectedness in Life
1:31:30 - What Is Socality
1:37:30 - Kid Paul’s Dream Jobs
1:40:30 - Creating Able Creative House
1:56:00 - Word of the Year
1:58:30 - Paul’s Ted Talk Topics
159:00 - Daily Self Talk
2:00:00 - Books that Make An Impact
2:02:00 - Guilty Pleasures
2:03:00 - Cornerstone Habits
2:04:30 - Morning Text Reminder
In this episode, Thane and Adam talk through ways to help overcome the barrage of information overload through technology and media. This includes Adam’s new big idea and why he’s returning to the glory days of paper and typewriters. Tune in to learn more about Adam’s new endeavor and be sure to subscribe! For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/notes Time-Markers 1:30 - 5-Star Review 4:00 - Housekeeping! 5:00 - Adam’s Announcement 12:30 - World’s Best Pencil 15:00 - Notes Circular
BC Serna has spent the last 10 years traveling the world sharing stories of good and highlighting non profit organizations through film and social media. He’s also worked closely with high school organizations teaching students how to become heart led leaders in their communities. He spent 5 years as a younglife leader in Denver Colorado.
In this interview, BC shares about the experiences of 10 years spent traveling the world along with the tradeoffs that come with it. He dives into why it’s so important to move from passion to purpose, and why life is centered around authentic relationships and community. He gives perspective on storytelling and film, as well as the unique ways his personality influences his decisions and the life he has lived.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/bc
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5:30 - Memories / Dancing 9:30 - Playing Basketball 13:00 - Playfulness / Being Childlike 21:30 - Running From vs. To (Fear vs. Vision) 25:00 - 10 Years of Travel 32:00 - Powerful Cultural Experiences 34:00 - Lasting Impact from Past 10 Years 36:00 - Transition from Global to Local Ministry 40:30 - Impact of Local / Inner-City Work 42:00 - Downsides / Tradeoffs of Travel 43:30 - Creating Community 47:00 - Championing / Believing in Others 50:30 - Film / Shooting Video 54:30 - What Makes BC Come Alive 57:30 - Marrying Dreams vs. Reality 1:01:00 - Storytelling 1:06:30 - From Passion to Purpose 1:10:00 - Unique Challenges Today 1:14:00 - Most Common Self-Talk 1:15:30 - Biggest Need In The World 1:19:30 - Lowest / Darkest Season in BC’s Life 1:26:00 - Advice He Would Give to 20 year old Self / 40 year old Self 1:28:30 - Class BC Would Teach 1:29:00 - When BC Is Most Himself 1:29:30 - Belief BC Wishes Every Else Believed To Be True 1:30:00 - BC’s Guilty Pleasure 1:30:30 - Cornerstone Habits 1:31:30 - Books with Biggest Impact 1:32:30 - Morning Text Reminder
Tyler Joel Wilson grew up in Santa Barbara, California as the oldest of four siblings. At a young age, Tyler was diagnosed with dyslexia, leading his family to travel around California and Hawaii to best support his development. Being born into an entrepreneurial family, Tyler began his first business at the age of five, selling his Grandpa’s oranges on the street corner, making up to $100 a day. As a high schooler, at age 15, Tyler began his first real business - Turtle’s Frozen Drinks, renting out margarita blenders for private parties throughout the Santa Barbara area. Through his athletic accomplishments in both water polo and swimming, Tyler was accepted to the University of Southern California.After finding a way to enroll in USC’s Business School, Tyler left USC four years later with no degree, but having a business education that would allow him to push forward his professional goals. In 2008, at 22 years old, Tyler co-founded and opened Wurstküche in downtown Los Angeles with his cousin, Joseph Pitruzzelli. Selling exotic gourmet sausages paired with Belgium and German beers, Wurstküchequickly established itself as one of the top restaurant destinations in the city. Tyler and Joseph opened a second location in Venice, CA in 2011. Now, Tyler regularly speaks on entrepreneurship across the country, including on the USC campus to both undergrad and graduate students. He also mentors high school students interested in business. Tyler currently resides in the Los Angeles area with his wife and their four children. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/tyler Time-Markers: 5:30 - Dumpster Pool Party 7:30 - The Art of Correct Cutting 12:30 - What Tyler Loves About Sausages 17:30 - The First Ten Years of Business 23:30 - Operational Efficiencies 34:30 - Dealing With Turnover 42:00 - Generational Differences 50:00 - The Lows / Hardest Moments 55:00 - Healthy Ignorance 57:30 - The Denver Expansion / Failure 1:09:00 - Pioneering a Market Niche 1:13:30 - The Challenges of Dyslexia 1:24:00 - Creative Solutions to Education 1:34:00 - Improving the Education System 1:37:00 - Reading Other People 1:40:30 - Role of Faith in Tyler’s Life 1:44:00 - Family, Balance, and Parenting 1:54:30 - Most Common Self-Talk 1:57:30 - Cornerstone Habits 1:59:30 - TED Talk Tyler Would Give 2:01:00 - Belief Tyler Wishes Everyone Else Believed 2:02:30 - Books Tyler Gifts Most 2:05:30 - Morning Text Reminder
In this episode, Thane and Adam reflect on 2018 and all that’s transpired, as well as take a look at the year ahead and what goals are set before them. Tune in for some quality bro-time and some reminders of what this time of year is all about!
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/vision
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1:00 - Thane’s New Book! 10:00 - End of Year Process / Recap 21:00 - Next Year Projections 34:00 - Merry Christmas!
Natasha is a West Coast Native who, by the time she went to college, lived in every state on the immediate west coast (WA, OR, CA, NV) but considers the Bay Area and Portland OR, to be the two places she feels most at home. The only girl out of 5 boys, her tomboy toughness took her all the way to a Track & Field scholarship at The University of California Irvine, where she earned a degree in Political Science and Education, and split her talents between the track and the chorus; as she was also an integral member of the UCI Chamber choir. Upon graduating, Natasha was scouted by Sports + Lifestyle Unlimited and went on to pursue a career in the Fitness modeling industry. Today: a model, actress, and vocalist, she is best known for her work with Global Brands such as Nike and Athleta; for her Lyrical skills as seen in the Viral Disney/Migos parody ‘Belle and Boujee’, as the face of National commercials such as AmazonGo (as seen on Jimmy Fallon); and most recently, as #19 on the all new Deal or No Deal with Howie Mandel on CNBC. As an influencer, Natasha has become a powerful and eloquent voice for self esteem and body image in the Instagram community. Utilizing her platform to educate and encourage us to ask the tough questions, embrace our vulnerability, face our fears, and chase our dreams. She currently lives in Hollywood, CA and is excited to continue to partner with God as he utilizes her talents and testimony for the kingdom. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/natasha Time-Markers: 5:30 - Favorite Nicknames 8:30 - Natasha’s Childhood 12:00 - Career Transitions 24:00 - Racial Tension / Prejudice 40:00 - What Helpful Opposition Is 48:00 - Natasha The Athlete 1:00:30 - Fitness / Exercise 1:05:45 - Coffee with Jesus 1:23:00 - Defining Moments in Natasha’s Life 1:42:30 - Natasha’s Current Work 1:49:00 - Common Misperceptions of Modeling 1:54:00 - What Natasha Preaches to Herself Most 1:59:00 - Natasha’s Favorite Books 2:02:30 - What Natasha Wants To Know About The Future 2:05:30 - Morning Text Reminder 2:06:30 - Connect with Natasha!
Zack Honarvar is an entrepreneur and talent manager for Yes Theory. Raised in Toronto, Canada, Zack started his professional career at Shopify, building out their streetwear and men’s fashion divisions. Aligning with his childhood entrepreneurial mindset, Zack quit his comfortable job to move to Los Angeles in order to start his own management company, One Day Entertainment. He now works with Yes Theory, one of the biggest and fastest growing YouTube channels in the world. In this interview, Thane and Zack discuss elements of being an Up and Comer, the unseen reality of creating content, managing vs. leading, childhood influences, and much more. This is a conversation you won't want to miss! For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/zack Time-Markers: 5:00 - High School Commitment 8:00 - What "Up & Comer” Means to Zack 13:30 - The Purpose / Importance of Discomfort 21:00 - Nature vs. Nurture 24:30 - Growing in Discomfort 27:30 - Yes Theory 39:30 - YouTubers 43:30 - Storytelling 47:30 - Future Growth 50:30 - Purpose Behind Content Creation 53:00 - Zack’s Foundational Why 54:30 - Management vs. Leadership 1:01:00 - Zack’s Dream as a Kid 1:03:30 - Childhood Experiences 1:14:30 - Pivotal Moments in Zack’s Life 1:21:30 - Personal Board of Directors 1:28:30 - Importance of Having a Mentor 1:30:30 - Most Impactful Books 1:35:00 - Belief Zack Wishes Everyone Else Believed 1:38:30 - Cornerstone Habits 1:40:30 - Most Common Self-Talk 1:42:30 - What Class Zack Would Teach 1:46:30 - Morning Text Reminder 1:48:30 - Connect with Zack!
In this episode, Thane and Adam talk about the benefits of exercise and writing. With recently returning to a daily fitness routine, Adam shares from his personal experiences of the benefits that exercise bring, and they both share how instrumental it is to what they do in all areas of their lives. Both Thane and Adam are passionate about writing and encourage their fellow Up & Comers to engage the life of the mind through reading and writing and examining the thoughts and experiences we face in this beautiful dance called life. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/writing Time-Markers: 3:00 - Housekeeping 4:30 - iTunes Review 7:30 - Fitness Gains 24:00 - Writing
Brad Mulvey is a tech marketer and host of The Millennial Mastermind Podcast. Brad helps motivated millennials and innovators of all ages build amazing lives via stories from best-selling authors, entrepreneurs and startup founders. He is passionate about family, fitness, and all things related to personal development.
In this conversation Brad and Thane talk about all things podcast — what the current market is like, what the process of creating and producing a podcast looks like, and the typical stages of progression as you walk down that path. They also chat about marriage and authenticity in relationships, as well as the importance of community and more specifically Mastermind Groups.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/brad
Time-Markers:
5:00 - Midwest Living 7:30 - Context on Brad 12:00 - All Things Podcasting 25:00 - Should You Start a Podcast? 34:00 - Brad’s New Podcast On Marriage 39:30 - Haters and Pride 43:30 - Early Marriage Experience 48:30 - Millennial Mastermind 59:00 - Book Recs 1:01:00 - Morning Text Reminder 1:03:30 - Connect with Brad!
In this episode, Thane and Adam dive into a wide array of things they are thinking through in current life. From exercise and it's importance, to God's design with the Sabbath, to the life of the mind and the importance of thinking, to the necessity of emotion especially as men.
Join them as they continue striving to live a good life!
For the full show notes, visit: https://theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/fit
Time-Markers:
2:30 - iTunes Review 4:30 - Importance of Exercise / Fitness 12:00 - Purpose/Role of the Sabbath 20:00 - The Life of the Mind 39:00 - Rationality vs. Emotions 46:30 - Men and Emotions 57:00 - Thane’s New Book!
Jake Vermillion is the Director of Mortgage Professionals Providing Hope and a co-founder of Fit For Hope, a growing community of active and aspiring athletes committed to leveraging their fitness to restore hope to the hopeless. Jake and his wife, Hannah, live in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, where they attend Redeemer 30A Church, serve on the Board of SendWell (a movement to reengage the church in missionary car), and are anxiously awaiting the approval of their application to foster. Jake is currently training to run 31 miles in order to raise $3,100 to provide permanent housing to three homeless families. You can follow his journey on Instagram, twitter, or online at fitforhopejake.com. For the full show-notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/jake Time-Markers: 7:00 - What Being an Up & Comer Means to Jake 9:45 - Biggest Struggle for Up & Comers 13:00 - Persisting vs. Pivoting 17:00 - Jake as a Unicorn 19:00 - Early Hardships / Trials Jake Has Faced 26:00 - Jake’s Life-Changing Trip 31:00 - The Role of Mission Trips 41:30 - Other Places Jake Has Traveled 49:00 - Sex Trafficking / Fit For Hope Origins 1:04:00 - Fit For Hope - The Vision 1:08:15 - Jake’s Current Calling/Vision 1:10:45 - Jake’s Perspective on Fitness 1:20:15 - Human Agency vs. God’s Sovereignty 1:26:15 - The Greatest Gift - The Helper 1:31:00 - Reminder Jake Gives Himself / Cornerstone Habits 1:33:30 - Class Jake Would Teach 1:34:30 - What Jake Believes That He Wishes Everyone Else Believed to be True 1:36:00 - Book Recommendations 1:38:30 - Morning Text Reminder
In this episode, Thane and Adam talk about Adam's current life and the way he now views being an "Up and Comer". They break down the different stages of learning and how to develop from acquisition to adaptation, as well as discussing the paradox of knowing God while expressing gratitude in reflecting on His blessings.
From book recommendations, to practical tips, to some good old-fashioned bro-talk: this is a fun and entertaining episode you'll want to enjoy.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/musings
Time-Markers:
9:00 - Milestone 12:00 - Adam’s Definition of an “Up and Comer” 15:30 - Books Adam is Reading Now 19:30 - How Adam is Learning In Current Life 28:45 - Adam’s New Wheels 32:30 - God’s Blessing / Paradox
Josh Thompson is the Lead Pastor for Preaching and Vision at Legacy City Church, located in Studio City, CA where he lives with his wife Katie and their daughter Eden. He was born and raised in Riverside, CA with his two younger brothers Jake and Jesse. After attending Harvest Christian Fellowship in High School, he was brought on staff in 2002 working with the high school ministry.
A few years later, Josh got to attend a pastors-in-training school in Mexico with Pastor Jon Courson. He also got to spend some time studying in Israel after that. Upon returning, he continued to help with the Harvest Crusades and eventually came on staff under Greg Laurie in 2010, where he served until 2014 when he was called to plant a church in L.A. Aside from spending most of his free time with his wife, he loves to surf, play music, and preach the Word of God!
In this interview Josh shares more about how he developed into the man he is today. He talks about how humility is cultivated, what fuels faith, how to pursue intimacy with God, and secret skills he possesses. He also shares about some of the darkest times in his life and how God brought him through those seasons, as well as discussing suicide and it's ramifications.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/josht
Time-Markers:
6:00 - Josh’s Little Known Superpower 8:30 - What Josh Does 10:00 - All Things Surfing 16:00 - Leading with Humility 26:00 - Josh’s Development / Growth 30:00 - Building Blocks for Constructive Criticism 32:30 - Josh’s Childhood / Background 41:00 - Challenges Josh Faced 47:00 - Impact of Losing His Mother 54:00 - How Josh Was Called to Ministry 1:01:30 - What Faith Means / Looks Like 1:09:00 - When Faith is Hardest 1:11:30 - Faith-Fuel 1:15:00 - Intimacy with God 1:22:00 - Early Church-Planting Years / Josh’s Darkest Moments 1:30:30 - Message for People Contemplating Suicide 1:34:00 - What Josh Reminds Himself of Most 1:35:00 - What Book(s) Have Left Biggest Impact 1:37:30 - New Habit/Belief with Most Positive Impact 1:39:00 - TED Talk Josh Would Give 1:40:00 - Morning Text Reminder
Brit, a native of Detroit, is President of The Giving Keys, a company that exists to employ people transitioning out of homelessness in Los Angeles to make inspirational jewelry and accessories. Each wearer of a Giving Key is meant to embrace the word on their key and pass the key on to a person they feels needs the message more than them. The self-funded company’s products are carried in over 1,400 stores worldwide including Nordstrom, ASOS, and Fred Segal. The Giving Keys has created 90+ jobs for people transitioning out of homelessness. Brit is passionate about job creation for community transformation and using business to build self-esteem and break cycles of poverty. Brit lives in Venice, CA, with her husband, Ryan who worked for TOMS. Brit and Ryan believe social business is the way of the future.
In this conversation, Brit shares the story behind her pursuit of impact-driven work. She talks about her developmental years in Detroit, forays into the fashion world, and recent struggles with reaching her own breaking point. In this vulnerable and powerful conversation, Brit leaves listeners with a needed message that: your story isn't over yet, and challenges all who hear to better understand themselves in order to better help others.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/brit
Time-Markers:
5:15 - From Britney to Brit 7:15 - Brit’s Band / Singing Background 10:15 - Brit’s High School Personalities 14:00 - The Origins of Brit’s Identity 17:15 - Developing Objectivity 21:30 - Brit’s Early Travels 34:00 - Shaping Brit’s Passion 45:30 - Marrying Scale and Community 50:15 - Building a Skillset 57:00 - Fashion 1:05:00 - Transition Into Impact-Driven Work 1:09:00 - The Giving Keys 1:12:00 - Anxiety and Depression 1:23:30 - Supporting Others with Depression 1:27:00 - Danger in Resilience / Strength 1:32:00 - Highlights from The Giving Keys 1:35:30 - What the Future Holds 1:44:45 - Favorite Books 1:47:30 - Ted Talk Brit Would Give 1:51:20 - Best New Habit 1:52:30 - Morning Text Reminder 1:55:00 - Brit’s Request
After a month apart, Thane and Adam waste no time diving into life and learning how to make the most of it. As Adam enters into a new season of life with marriage, the differences between Thane and Adam's lives grows even further apart, yet the core remains the same. And that's what this episode and this show is all about, the aspects of life that transcend the external or surface realities of what our culture or location provides. From stories, to laughs, to profundity, memories, and more - this episode is sure to leave you excited for more of what's in store for the future of The Up & Comers Show. Join us in finding Intention in the Tension, once again. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/lava Time-Markers: 1:00 - Mantras 2:00 - Pink Elephant 6:00 - Ratings/Reviews 12:15- Polar Opposites 20:00 - True Friendship 28:30 - Cultures / Locations 43:45 - Teaser for Convo on Work 48:00 - Future Direction for the Show
The summer is upon us, and so is the need for a summer hiatus.
In this short announcement-episode, Thane shares why the show is taking a hiatus for the month of July and what the intention is behind it. He also shares some thoughts on recent struggles he has faced and how to shift perspective in order to regain our footing.
Tune in for the last time ... until August that is.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/summer
Time-Markers:
2:30 - Poem Reading 4:00 - Current Life 5:30 - Summer Hiatus 8:30 - How You Can Help
In this solo episode, Thane shares some of his favorite strategies for prioritizing well. For many of us, life is full up with no room to spare. In order to make sure we are actually moving towards our goals or accomplishing what we set out to do, we need to become proficient in properly prioritizing the most important tasks.
Through the tips shared by Thane, as well as the personal illustrations he provides, you will be enabled and empowered to join him in prioritizing well, and learning how to live a good life.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/practical
Time-Markers:
1:30 - iTunes Review 2:30 - Housekeeping 3:30 - Patreon Shoutout 5:00 - Practical Priorities 5:30 - Context from Thane’s Life 9:30 - Helpful Strategies 12:30 - Understand Your Why 15:15 - Chunking Time/Priorities 20:00 - Pomodoro Technique 23:00 - Collaboration Work 27:00 - Book Announcement
Wes Litton is a fellow Up & Comer living in Springfield, Missouri with his wife and their beautiful daughter. After graduating from The Master’s University with Thane and Adam, Wes moved to Springfield to start his career there. From Banking, to Sales, to Retail, to Real Estate, Wes has had a diverse and varied career-path in the five years since. He currently runs his Real Estate business through Keller Williams, where he has also launched a Real Estate Investment group with his partner Josh Keatts. In addition, Wes also has investment property and is developing a new career-path in coaching and personal development. In this conversation Thane and Wes cover an array of topics, all the way from spiritual sensitivity to scaling businesses. It is a very practical conversation and you are guaranteed to walk away with some tips and tricks to use in thinking through your own career-path and businesses. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/wes Time-Markers: 6:00 - Context for Thane and Wes’s Friendship 11:30 - Wes’s Current Season of Life 14:30 - Spiritual Sensitivity 17:30 - Primary vs. Secondary Callings 22:30 - Cultural Influences 29:30 - Wes’s Cultural Experiences 41:30 - Wes’s Career Path Thus Far 51:30 - Scaling Businesses 1:10:00 - Thoughts on Coaching 1:12:30 - Morning Text Reminder
Kylee MacArthur is a true Los Angeleno - although she has had a few stints living in Chicago, Fort Worth, and Munich Germany, her love for family and the west coast lifestyle will always draw her back to her LA roots. Kylee recently finished her second year at Pepperdine University School of Law; but when she is not focusing her time and energy into her studies you would most likely find her hiking, reading a new book on the beach, or checking out a chic, new restaurant. Apart from Kylee’s legal pursuits, she has a passion for health and wellness specifically tied to interconnection between one’s mind, body, and soul. Kylee’s passion has evolved into a lifestyle where she attempts, daily, to understand better this body and this world that we live in. Kylee is passionate to live the life of a perpetual student with a desire to grow spiritually, intellectually, and relationally for as long as she is able. “he who learns but does not think, is lost! he who thinks but does not learn is in greater danger” - Confucius For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/ky Time-Markers: 6:30 - How Kylee Describes Herself 9:15 - Importance of Staying Active 15:30 - Obstacles for Kylee in Fitness 18:00 - What Kylee is Learning in Health/Wellness 26:00 - Kylee’s Journey with Law School 34:00 - Dealing with Conflict 41:00 - The Importance of Questioning 43:30 - What Holds People Back from Questioning 56:30 - What Surprised Kylee Most About Law 1:02:00 - What Kylee Hopes to Accomplish 1:04:45 - How To Be Involved in Creating Change 1:08:00 - Morning Text Reminder
In this episode, Adam and Thane talk through what marriage will be like for Adam and Faith. From expectations, to fears, to future projections, to how marriage will change him, and more.
Weddings are always life-changing events, but they are celebrations worth cherishing. Join us, as Adam takes the step into this next season of life.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/wedding
Time-Markers:
4:00 - Adam’s Wedding! 8:30 - Pre-Wedding Thoughts 9:00 - How Adam is Approaching Marriage 17:30 - How To Think About a Future Spouse 19:00 - Adam’s Projection on How Marriage Changes Him 22:00 - What Adam's Nervous About 33:00 - Why Adam’s Excited For Faith 38:00 - Closing Remarks
In this solo-isode, Thane shares his thoughts on the topic of knowledge and the ways we acquire it.
Through several messages he recently heard, and learning more about the Wesleyan Quadrilateral, Thane reveals his heart in striving to not see faith and knowledge as mutually exclusive, but rather mutually required.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/knowledge
Time-Markers:
1:00 - Housekeeping 3:15 - Disclaimers 5:00 - Discussion on Knowledge
Meki Blackwell is an Orange County native and “Movement Specialist.” Passionate about vocational calling and purposeful living, Meki views her work as practitioner of Pilates, dance, choreography, and myofascial release (manual release of connective tissue) through the lens of ‘thoughtful collaboration with the great Maestro of Creation’.
Despite congenital deformation, Meki enjoyed ten years of employment as a professional dancer and loves thorough, thoughtful discussions that provide insight to the human body, movement, health, the spiritual life and formation of the soul. She holds a B.A. and M.F.A. in dance, a dance specialization in Pilates, and is a published author of graduate research in fascia release, motor recruitment and movement efficiency.
Meki has lived in Asia and Europe as well as Orange County, feels somewhat certain that God is neither democrat nor republican, and cries every time she hears a good country song. She loves expanding her community and is quite honored to deep dive with other like-minded people via the Up and Comers Show.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/meki
Time-Markers:
5:30 - Name Origins 8:30 - Getting to Know Meki 14:00 - Why Meki Loves Theology 18:00 - Why Theology is Important 21:15 - Our Generations Biggest Question 26:30 - Meki The Idealist 28:30 - Meki’s Background 39:30 - Meki’s Dance Career 49:45 - Meki’s Current Life 52:30 - How Meki Became a Movement Specialist 1:00:30 - Fascial Work 1:10:00 - America and Healthcare 1:14:30 - How People Take Ownership of Their Health 1:23:00 - Meaning and Implication of Shalom 1:26:30 - Enneagram Talk 1:35:30 - Meki’s Life Verse 1:36:45 - Most Predominant Question 1:38:30 - What Meki Believes That She Wishes Others Believed 1:39:30 - Best Investment She’s Made 1:40:00 - Meki’s Favorite Books 1:41:30 - Who Meki Would Be In Another Life 1:43:00 - Morning Text Reminder
Ethan Renoe is a youth pastor, writer and speaker in Denver Colorado. He is a Moody graduate currently attending Denver Seminary in pursuit of his Master of Divinity degree. He has been on 6 continents, is working on his fourth book, and has done 5 one-armed pull-ups. Ethan has not fallen in love, but he did fall out of a tree in front of a cute girl one time.
In this interview, Thane and Ethan dive into a plethora of pertinent and practical topics for Up & Comers of our generation.
From Ethan's cultural experiences, to the tradeoffs in traveling, to viral famedom and the resulting downfalls, to writing, to ministering, to the balance of faith, and more. This conversation is thought-provoking, intriguing, and unassuming as two men strive to honestly assess and evaluate what it means to "live a good life".
For the full show notes visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/ethan
Time-Markers:
5:30 - Typical Day in Ethan’s Life 9:30 - Ethan Described 11:30 - Ethan’s Background 14:30 - The Gift of Traveling 18:00 - Biggest Cultural Impact 20:30 - The Nigerian Goat Heart 25:00 - Ethan’s Book: The New Lonely 40:00 - Living Abroad vs. In Community 44:30 - Sacrifice and Freedom 56:30 - Ethan’s Viral Video Experience 1:06:00 - What Ethan Would Tell Himself 1:09:00 - Celibacy vs. Chastity 1:11:30 - How Ethan Thinks About Singleness 1:17:30 - Faith and the Balance of Spirt and Truth 1:37:00 - Faith Question on Ethan’s Mind 1:44:30 - Ethan’s Favorite Books 1:46:45 - Best Investment Ethan’s Made 1:48:00 - Ethan’s Fitness Regimen 1:49:30 - Ted Talk Ethan Would Give 1:50:30 - Morning Text Reminder
How do we marry faith and reason? How should we pursue meaning, and can we fully know the Truth? How can we live in light of death?
In this solo episode, Adam delves into the tension that lies between faith and reason, and shows us how we can live a life of faith (especially) without knowing all the answers.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/faith
Time-Markers:
1:00 - Inspiration for Episode 2:30 - Faith 5:00 - Meaning 7:00 - Faith-Factor Scale 9:00 - We Aren’t in Charge
On Monday, April 23, 2018, Lizzie Effinger went to be with the Lord. She passed from life to death, and back to life to forever be free from pain and suffering in Heaven.
Having the chance to record a conversation with her a year ago was an incredible privilege and we are eternally grateful for that blessing. To honor her and the amazing life of faith that she displayed, we wanted to share a tribute to how she impacted our lives and to display the hope that we share in Christ.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/tribute
Time-Markers:
1:00 - Intro to Lizzie 8:30 - What We Saw in Lizzie 16:30 - Personal Impact Lizzie Had On Us 25:00 - Closing Tribute
In this episode, Adam and Thane embark upon a lively discourse, discussing the intricacies of idealism. While the Millennial generation is characterized as idealists, it often isn't a helpful mindset to have. Together, they help to highlight the difference between idealism and entitlement, and aim to persuade you of the importance in maintaining and pursuing ideals throughout your life.
At the end of the day, isn't that what being an Up & Comer is all about?
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/idealism
Time-Markers:
4:30 - Housekeeping 10:30 - iTunes Review 12:00 - Fun Facts 15:00 - Idealism 41:00 - Theology 43:00 - The Up & Comies
Geoffrey Bishop graduated from Biola University with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. Outside of school he has experience in the fields of corporate social responsibility from his time as a Google sponsored speaker at the One Young World sustainability conference, business development/agriculture/research with his time at Harvest Craft, environmental analysis/government relations with his time at Kimley-Horn. In 2015 he joined Harvest Craft to help educate, empower, and equip global communities through sustainable food production systems such as aquaponics. Working as the Chief Development Officer (CDO), he had the opportunity to travel the world and try to combat some social and environmental issues with people in Haiti, Brazil, Mexico, Los Angeles, Seattle, Kenya, and Cambodia using innovative solutions. He has been creating business plans for complex international projects, developing sustainable agriculture systems for individual communities, and developing partnerships with donors and governments. In 2017, he joined Kimley-Horn in the Greater Los Angeles area to draw insights from data to determine the impact of projects on the environment. His primary responsibilities include working cross functionally to maintain key business relationships with clients, conducting research on environmental protection while allowing for economic development, and analyzing the effects of policies and regulations. For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/geoff Time-Markers: 5:45 - Story Behind His Name 7:00 - Biola vs. TMU 8:00 - Background with Baseball 11:30 - Health Struggles 16:00 - Life Transition 18:30 - Callings 20:45 - Harvest Craft 25:30 - Non-Profits 32:30 - Experiences with Harvest Craft 35:45 - Failures / Obstacles with Harvest Craft 45:00 - Dreams vs. Reality 1:00:00 - Geoff’s Experience with Singleness 1:10:15 - Future Vision 1:14:00 - Geoff’s Current Rabbit-Holes 1:17:30 - Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro 1:28:30 - Quotes or Phrases Geoff Lives By 1:31:30 - Books that Impacted Him Most 1:34:00 - Weirdest Name Geoff’s Gotten 1:34:45 - Ted Talk He Would Give 1:35:30 - Morning Text Reminder
Deb Victa is a 26-year old singer who was born and raised in the Philippines. She first entered the music scene by joining a reality competition back in her motherland. Her life changed when she and her family moved to the States in 2014. But since living in her new home, she has grown not just in her artistry, but also in her faith. In this conversation, Thane and Deb cover a wide array of topics from dreams vs. reality, to cultural comparisons, to the maturation of her faith, to all things music, and much more. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/deb Time-Markers: 5:30 - How Deb Describes Herself 7:30 - Shower Song 11:45 - Performing as an Introvert 15:45 - The Voice of the Philippines 23:45 - Finding Her Voice 27:45 - Deb’s Musical Development 30:15 - Deb’s Background 32:45 - Life in the Philippines vs. America 35:00 - Culture’s Influence 41:45 - Deb’s Transition to America 45:45 - Impact of Circumstances on Faith 48:15 - Things That Help/Hurt Faith 52:45 - Music In America 54:45 - Dreams vs. Reality 57:45 - Role of Music in Worship 1:01:00 - Deb’s Sanctification Journey 1:08:00 - How Knowledge Impacts Faith 1:14:15 - Deb’s Top 3 Singers 1:16:45 - Most Embarrassing Moment 1:19:15 - Question She Asks Herself Most 1:20:45 - Deb’s Perfect Day 1:27:15 - Books with Biggest Impact 1:29:00 - Morning Text Reminder 1:30:45 - How to Connect With Deb!
In this conversation, Thane and Adam discuss what topic they would write about if they were to co-author a book. This episode is full of ideas, fun facts, life updates, and laughs. Tune in to join the fun!
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/author
Time-Markers:
2:00 - 20k Milestone
4:00 - Housekeeping
5:30 - iTunes Review
7:00 - Life Updates
15:00 - Fun Facts
20:45 - The Book Thane and Adam Would Co-Write
44:15 - Movie They Would Remake
Cody Burkhart is classically trained in both Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder and works as a Robotics Design Engineer for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). He has taken his passion for Engineering, Math, and Science and applied it to movement paradigms, biomechanical analysis, programming, and coaching of athletes.
From competing in Taekwondo to Crossfit, he is both athlete and scientist, and this conversation reveals that potent combo. This conversation is as deep as it is lengthy, but it's worth it's weight in gold.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/cody
Time-Markers:
5:30 - Body Positioning Habits
7:00 - Cody’s Self-Description
10:30 - N=1, and the Power of Self-Experimentation
16:00 - Cold Exposure
24:00 - Benefits of the Cold
30:30 - Origin of Cody’s Obsessive Mind
45:00 - Impact of Being a Father/Husband
59:30 - Cody’s Current Work
1:11:00 - How Cody Processes Risk
1:22:30 - Cody’s Perspective on Faith
1:35:30 - Cody’s Field Journal
1:48:10 - Books that Impacted Cody
1:56:45 - Advice Cody Would Give to His 25-Year-Old Self
2:02:30 - Ted Talk Cody Would Give
2:08:20 - Morning Text Reminder
2:10:30 - Connect with Cody
Leo is the Creative Director and Founder of Synced Culture. He currently resides in San Diego, CA, with his wife Heather and their 3 girls and 1 boy. He loves creativity and thinking outside the box. After becoming a believer on December 14, 2003, Leo joined ministry school 8 months later where God grabbed hold of his heart. Since then, he has been a ministry school teacher, served on the pastoral team of Horizon Christian Fellowship followed by The Rock Church San Diego, and was also an Associate Pastor at Calvary Chapel Mura Mesa in San Diego, CA for almost 7 years. it was then that God gave him a vision to launch Synced Culture - a ministry that is looking at social media and the digital world as the mission field, by bringing gospel-centered photography, videography, and posts, as well as live-streams and devotions by pastors, ministry leaders, and entrepreneurs. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/leo Time-Markers: 5:00 - Leo’s Current Work
8:00 - Taking the Leap of Faith
14:30 - Transition from Synced Youth to Synced Culture
16:00 - The Meaning of Unity 21:00 - Common Obstacles to Unity 24:30 - Role of Open-Mindedness 26:30 - Being a Pastor to Social Media 31:00 - Role of Social Media in Today’s World 35:00 - Impact of Synced Culture Thus Far 39:00 - Future for Synced Culture 42:15 - What Class Leo Would Teach 44:15 - Morning Text Reminder 45:00 - Get in Touch with Leo!
In this solo episode, Adam shares the thoughts and musings of what has been taking up his headspace the past month. From the tyranny of convenience, to the power of the subconscious, to why pursuing joy matters - tune in for encouragement, exhortation, and some southern charm.
For the full show-notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/joy
Time-Markers:
2:00 - Tyranny of Convenience
5:00 - The Power of the Mind / Subconscious
7:00 - Relationship with God
16:00 - Keeping a Clean Mind / Be Still
20:30 - Recommendations
26:45 - Signing Off
In this brief episode, Thane shares his thoughts on a quote by Thomas Edison on success. By walking back in time through his life thus far, Thane illustrates the point that preparation is the one variable we are truly in control of.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/preparation
Time-Markers:
1:00 - Housekeeping 2:00 - Introduction/Preface for Argument 4:30 - Narrative Illustration
Philip De Courcy is the senior pastor of Kindred Community Church in Anaheim Hills, California, and speaker on the daily radio program, Know The Truth.
Philip was born in Belfast, Ireland, to Christian parents who instilled in him a love for the Lord, Jesus Christ. At sixteen years of age, Philip trusted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior.
Growing up in a neighborhood where civil tension was commonplace, many of Philip’s friends became involved in acts of terrorism. As a result, Philip decided to serve as a part-time reserve police officer in the Royal Ulster Constabulary in North Belfast. Although some of his comrades were injured and even killed during that six-year period, Philip was unharmed. To this day, he believes God used this faith-building season to prepare him for pastoral ministry.
After receiving pastoral training, Philip spent six years shepherding the congregation of Carr Baptist Church in Lisburn, a suburb of Belfast. Then, in 1994,
Philip relocated his family to The United States, serving in churches in southern California and central Ohio. In 2007 Philip began his current ministry as senior pastor at Kindred Community Church.
The daily radio broadcast, Know The Truth, was launched in March 2010, on three local radio stations in southern California. The program features Philip’s expository Bible teaching and is hosted by broadcast veteran, Wayne Shepherd.
He and his wife, June have three grown daughters and one son-in law.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/philip
Time-Markers:
4:30 - What It Means to Be a “Professional Talker”
6:15 - Philip’s Typical Morning Routine
7:30 - Devotional Books / Know the Truth
10:00 - Growing up within conflict in Ireland
18:30 - Why Philip Joined the Police Force
24:30 - Philip’s Dual-Career
31:00 - What Brought Philip Peace
40:30 - Relying on God’s Presence
46:00 - Philip’s Decision to Leave Police Force
52:00 - Discussion on Callings
1:02:30 - Importance of Being Present
1:07:30 - How Philip Thinks About “Contemporary”
1:12:15 - Where We Devalue History
1:21:30 - What Philip Desires for the Next Generation
1:25:00 - Philip’s Optimistic Demeanor
1:31:00 - Milking Everybody and Making Butter
1:33:15 - Book Organization
1:35:15 - Book Recommendations
1:41:00 - Favorite Sport
1:43:15 - Question/Thought Currently Dwelling On
1:44:30 - Non-Preaching Subject Philip Would Talk On
1:46:45 - Morning Text Reminder
1:49:00 - Where to Connect with Philip
In this conversation, Thane and Adam unpack what transitions often entail - an emphasis on making decisions and choosing the right priorities that inform those decisions.
The stimulus for change is often found in fierce conversations, with yourself or with others. This stimulus is only as good as the actions that follow. Along with fun-filled discussion on life and stories from the past few weeks, Thane and Adam dive into these pertinent topics for all of us who experience the tumultuous nature of transitions.
For the full show-notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/transitions
Time-Markers:
3:00 - Stories from Life
7:00 - Housekeeping
8:10 - Decision-Making
17:00 - Priorities
22:00 - Transitions: with the show and in life
32:45 - The Greatest Showman
35:30 - Thane’s Acting Blunder
Jon Roberts is an Associate Partner and the Director of Coaching at Novus Global, a premier executive coaching firm based in Los Angeles. Jon believes that when people start asking themselves the question, "What am I capable of," unprecedented results in their life are possible. Following a successful career in corporate finance and business development, where Jon learned the strategy and mindset required to execute on key projects at a top level, he turned his focus to coaching leaders and change-makers. Jon uses the power of vision, strategy, and mindset to bring transformation to the individuals and teams that he works with. His list of past and current clientele include corporate executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, artists, and other high performing individuals who wanted to turn their dreams into a reality and experience a life worth waking up for everyday. Jon is involved in various leadership and business organizations in the Los Angeles area, where he currently resides. For the full show-notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/jon Time-Markers: 5:30 - Why Jon Loves Plants 9:30 - What Jon Does For a Living 12:15 - The Impact / Importance of Coaching 15:00 - Jon’s Career Transition 23:30 - How Jon Developed His Coaching Skills / Business 26:30 - Difference Between Shame and Guilt 30:00 - Importance of Language 35:00 - The Danger of Victim-Mentality 40:30 - Actual vs. Theoretical 47:00 - Results Mechanism 52:30 - Creating Powerful Space 1:04:00 - Success vs. Failure 1:08:30 - Perspective 1:19:15 - How Jon Built His Business 1:31:00 - How Jon thinks about Family 1:35:00 - Jon’s Reading List 1:36:30 - What Class He Would Teach 1:38:00 - Morning Text Reminder He Would Send
"Intention In The Tension" is one of the new motto's for our show that we are "re-branding" under for the year ahead.
It's a phrase that encapsulates what we face in life - a battle of reconciling tensions that are often irreconcilable. This is what creates the tension we can't avoid, but that isn't a bad thing. What it means to live in the midst of that tension is to have intention behind what you do and why you do it. This mantra (and t-shirt) is a visual and verbal way to encapsulate our heart in what we are doing with our show.
For the full show notes, visit - theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/iitt
Time-Markers:
1:30 - IITT
3:00 - Why We Picked a Mantra
5:00 - Meaning Behind IITT
8:30 - T-Shirt’s!
13:20 - Housekeeping
In the first ever Fellowship episode, Thane and Adam keep the "Bro-isode" spirit alive in this casual and entertaining conversation with Josh Goertzen.
Josh is a fellow Up & Comer and life-long friend of Thane. He is currently serving on staff at Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, KS, where he overseas the college ministry - called CORE - as well as the Love Hutch ministry that's focused on reaching the impoverished parts of Hutchinson.
In this conversation, the three discuss the importance of discipline, what ministry looks like, why service is important, and the reality that all everyone wants in life is joy.
For the full show notes visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/josh
Time-Markers:
4:00 - Prayer Stacks
6:30 - Deleting Instagram
12:00 - Discussion on Discipline
29:00 - Importance of Joy
34:00 - Knowing Our Calling
41:30 - Finding Direction
48:00 - Inner-City Ministry
In this episode, Adam and Thane discuss what they love about the Holiday season. With the celebration of Christmas comes the reminder of Christ's birth and the purpose behind it. But it also brings with it a season of reflecting on what this past year has held in our own lives.
In looking towards what 2018 has in store, it is important to approach the year intentionally and mindfully. With these projections come a re-clarification of what the true purpose behind this show is, and what their heart is in producing it.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/holiday
Time-Markers:
4:30 - Newest Review
5:45 - New Name for Broisodes
6:45 - Holiday Reflections
12:00 - Future Projections
14:45 - What’s Ahead for Thane’s Future
16:00 - Re-Clarifying Show’s Purpose
29:45 - New Slogan and What it Stands For
Alyson Stoner is a 24-year old Up & Comer. She is most known for her singing, acting, and dancing careers that have all had storied success for her age. From roles in Cheaper by the Dozen, to the Step Up series, to Camp Rock, The Suite Life of Zach and Cody, and much more. Her career has entailed roles and appearances in over 50 films and shows, alongside a successful dancing and singing career.
Beyond the statistics and accomplishments to her name, Alyson has experienced the weight of social responsibility that comes with notoriety at a young age.
Beginning her career in the entertainment industry at age 6, the life she has lived is rare and complicated. She has been forced to grow up faster than most, and has dealt with many of the ramifications that come from never having experiencing a normal childhood. Through both the opportunities and challenges, she has developed a deep-seeded ambition to pursue excellence in creativity, as well as the desire to understand her self and the workings of her mind, in order to find balance in an increasingly imbalanced world and profession.
In this conversation, Adam, Thane, and Alyson talk through her background, her journey of faith, what it means to live a life of contribution, the importance of community, and much more. This episode is fascinating and riveting, and it is a conversation you do not want to miss.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/alyson
Time-Markers:
5:30 - What Song Alyson Sings in The Shower 8:30 - Favorite Nickname She’s Been Given 10:30 - Where Alyson Comes From 14:00 - Alyson’s Career Progression 18:45 - Alyson’s Personal Transformation 22:00 - Discovering Purpose and Meaning in Life 27:00 - The Role of the Church in Her Upbringing 40:00 - The Life of Faith and Contribution 43:45 - What Alyson Has Learned from Africa 46:30 - Importance of Community 51:30 - Her Interest in Neuroscience 55:15 - Dance Talk 1:00:00 - Deciding Between Singing, Dancing, and Acting 1:07:00 - What Class Alyson Would Teach 1:08:45 - Alyson’s Approach to Social Media 1:13:10 - Her Favorite Disney Role 1:14:10 - Book That’s Left Biggest Impact on Her 1:15:30 - Who She Thinks of when She hears the word “Success” 1:16:45 - Morning Text Reminder She Would Send 1:18:30 - Where to Find Alyson
This episode is a lively and entertaining conversation between Thane and Adam with their newest Teammate - Cassidy Rochow.
In the episode, the three discuss Cassidy's background, sharing the context for who she is and how God has shaped her life thus far. They talk about her strengths and unique gifted-ness, along with her successes and failures along the way. Through it all, many laughs are shared by all, as you will surely experience yourself when listening.
From faithfulness, to learning, to child-like wonder and awe, this is a wide-ranging conversation you don't want to miss.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/cdiddy
Time-Markers:
1:45 - Instagram Live @ 5 4:15 - Fruiterer 7:30 - Cassidy’s Background 12:45 - Pivotal Moments in Cassidy’s Life 27:30 - How Cassidy Came to The Up & Comers Show 36:45 - New Title for Episodes 40:00 - Cassidy’s Future 43:30 - Beat-Box Challenge 48:00 - Future for The Up & Comers Show 50:00 - Morning Text Reminder Cassidy Would Send
In honor of the American holiday and tradition of Thanksgiving, Adam and Thane share their thoughts on this cherished time of the year.
From the biblical basis for it, to their own personal struggles within it, they talk through many practical ideas of how we can cultivate a heart of gratitude, not just once a year. And if you want to know their special surprise, make sure you tune in to the end of the episode!
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/thankssending
Time-Markers:
1:30 - Thanksgiving Eating 3:00 - Biblical Principle of Thanksgiving 8:20 - Where We Are At Personally 12:15 - Contentment as a Part of Gratitude 14:45 - The Tension within Contentment 17:00 - Benefit of a Day of Thanksgiving 19:30 - Being Filled with Hope 26:30 - Exciting New Update!
Money runs the world. It is the means of exchange that grants it's owner the power. Our culture and our world worships and deifies it, but how should we view it?
In this conversation, Adam and Thane talk through why it's an important topic, where the struggle lies for each personally, and how we should all be striving to view and use money.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/money
Time-Markers: 1:00 - Fan Review and Housekeeping Updates 3:45 - Cotton Bureau T-Shirt Relaunch 5:00 - Adam’s Harley 9:00 - Introduction to Money 11:30 - Why Money is Important 19:00 - Adam’s View on Money as an Adviser 26:30 - The Current Struggle Financially 30:30 - Thane’s Current Thoughts on Money 35:00 - The Tension Faced with Money 40:00 - Two Helpful Books on Money 42:30 - Closing Thoughts on Money 47:30 - The Power of a T-Shirt
Barry Moore is a friend of Thane and Adam's from The Master's University, where they all attended college. In this episode, they talk through Barry's early lessons from marriage, his "word of the year", wisdom in seeking counsel, commitment, and much more.
During the final segment of the conversation, the three share their opinions and views on the state of affairs regarding Race in America. This will be an on-going discussion, but it will give you some food for thought for your to chew on now.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/bmoore
Time-Markers:
1:30 - Background/Context 4:00 - Early Lessons From Marriage 19:45 - Sustainability 23:30 - Determining Priorities and Seeking Counsel 33:00 - Commitment vs. Comfortability 40:45 - Hebrew Flows 43:00 - Lecrae’s New Album 48:45 - Race in America
For All Seasons is a Christian pop/worship band out of Southern California. The band is comprised of Emily Hamilton (lead vocals, guitars, keys), Johnny Hamilton (drums), Jeff Luckey (guitars, keys, vocals), and Randy Charlson (bass, guitars).
The guiding vision for their band is: "our ability to create music isn't rooted in our circumstances or our emotions, our gifts or our talents. We worship, not because of how we feel or what we're going through; we worship because of who God is. He has proven faithful time and time again, and so we continually choose to seek Him - in joy and in pain - in every season. Regarding their music, "it's a sound that marries artfully-crafted lyrics with rock and modern pop. With vertically-slanted lyrics, the songs are born out of time spent with the Lord and real-life stories of the places where God has met the For All Seasons members."
In this interview, Jeff, Johnny, and Emily unpack a lot. From how their band originated, to what worship means at its core, to balancing strategy with authenticity, to the challenges faced in being full-time musicians, and much much more. There is so much here, you are going to want to listen to the full two hours.
Be sure to check out their music on your favorite streaming platform, and get your stoke on for their new album dropping January of 2018!
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/seasons
Time-Markers:
5:00 - Introductions 9:00 - Origin of band name: For All Seasons 13:00 - How the Band Met/Started 21:00 - Challenges Faced in Starting Band 26:10 - The Role Music Plays in Worship 30:30 - Goal / Category of the Band 37:20 - Balancing Strategy and Authenticity 46:30 - How to Maintain a Heart of Worship 58:45 - Current Season with the Band 1:06:10 - Band’s Writing Process 1:11:45 - The Dark Side of Being a Band 1:16:20 - Darkest/Lowest Moment for Band 1:26:30 - Music Role Models 1:31:20 - Being Married and in a Band 1:39:00 - Sanctification in Marriage 1:43:00 - One Instrument to Play if Stuck in Jail 1:45:20 - What Advice They’d Give to Their 22-Year-Old Self 1:48:30 - Who They Think of in Hearing the Word “Success” 1:54:45 - Morning Text Reminder to Millennials
In this conversation, Adam and Thane discuss relevant issues in this stage of life as Up & Comers. From the importance of prioritizing well, to the benefit and balance of introspection, to the process of change, to risk assessment and management, and much more.
This is a light-hearted discussion, but one that will stimulate much thought and introduce some new perspectives on issues we all face.
For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/portugal
Time-Markers:
1:30 - Adam’s Current Workload 3:30 - New Teammate Information 5:00 - Donation Option 7:00 - Current Struggles in Adam’s Life 11:00 - Update on Thane’s Golf Career 14:30 - Thane’s First Legitimate Hater 22:30 - The Dark Sides of Traveling 25:15 - Airport Adventures 27:30 - Thoughts on Introspection 38:00 - Development - The Process of Change 46:00 - Adam’s New Ride 49:00 - Risk Assessment 57:30 - Adam’s YouTube Channel
In this episode Adam takes off the gloves and throws down some real talk. It's not everyday that you have deep conversations about things that matter, but this is one of those times. We all go through trials, we all doubt and experience cynicism and hopelessness at some point, and we all are seeking the Good Life. That's one thing this show is built on. We are trying to learn how to live a good life. But too often we pretend to have it all together.
If you don't have it all together, this episode is for you. If you do have it all together, pat yourself on the back and keep moving. We all struggle, but the meaning is in the striving, not the perfection. If life has gotten you down and you feel like you're alone in that struggle, listen to this conversation with Adam. May God use it to lift you up.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/solo
For the past 12 years Shannon Hurley has been living as a missionary in Uganda with his family. He founded SOS - Sufficiency of Scriptures - Ministries in 2002 as a way to support mission work in a more tangible way. Four years after beginning SOS, Shannon, his wife, and six children all transplanted to Uganda to make it their new home.
Sufficiency of Scripture Ministries is a faith-based organization that exists solely for impacting the people of Uganda with the gospel. Its strategy for impact is sound Biblical teaching in God's Word, prayer, and the sacrificial demonstration of Christ's love.
In this interview, Shannon talks through what it means to live in the Kingdom and on mission for the King. He discusses some of the cultural differences between Uganda and America, and how giving his life towards mission work has changed and impacted him. You will get to here his unique background and how God brought him to his current role, as well as a helpful discussion on what "faith" really means.
To see the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/shannon
Time Markers:
6:30 - How Shannon Defines Being an Up & Comer
8:00 - Brief Background and What Shannon is Currently Doing
9:45 - What “Living For Heaven” Means to Shannon
14:45 - Defining “Missions”
19:00 - What Drove Shannon to Become a Missionary in Africa
25:00 - Being Faithful
31:00 - Shannon’s Background / Early Years
42:45 - Effects of Business Success
44:45 - African vs. American Culture
53:30 - Shannon's Move from Business to Missions
58:00 - Early Years in Africa
1:05:00 - Being “Lonely”
1:08:00 - Favorite Part of Living in Africa
1:10:15 - Misperceptions of Africa
1:13:15 - Shannon’s Vision for SOS
1:16:30 - How Shannon is Led by God
1:20:20 - What Shannon Would Do With Unlimited Funds
1:23:10 - What Advice Shannon Would Give Himself at 25
1:24:30 - Recurring Text Message Reminder to Millennials
The Up & Comers T-Shirts are officially live! Go to cottonbureau.com/shop to buy your very own. But hurry! It is a limited release sale that is only available for two weeks, so don't take too much time to think about it.
During the rest of the episode, Thane and Adam share what they have been learning in life, and how the things they are pursuing - from book-writing, to home-owning, to financial-planning, and golf-playing - are all providing valuable lessons and opportunities for personal growth.
For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/launch
This episode is a fun, three-way conversation with Adam, Thane, and Josiah Zimmerman. The main topic at hand is announcing the launch of the Up & Comers T-shirt, that will be dropping in the coming weeks. You are going to want to get your hands on at least one of these, as they are a limited edition production.
They also spend some time discussing JZ’s thought-process behind the logo design and branding work he’s produced for the show. Afterwards, each co-host gives their take on the importance and role of design in the world we live in.
For the full show notes, visit - theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/shirt
Time-Markers:
1:20 - Adam’s First Time in Kansas
2:30 - Announcement on U&C T-Shirt
5:00 - Further Info on Cotton Bureau
8:20 - “Official” Addition of JZ to the U&C Team
9:30 - JZ’s Thought Process Behind U&C Brand
12:45 - Importance/Role of Design in All Parts of Life and Business
18:00 - JZ’s Thoughts on the Role of Design
19:45 - Final Thoughts
David Jonathan "J. D." Drew is a former American Major League Baseball right fielder. He is a left-handed hitter, and began his major league career in 1998 with the St. Louis Cardinals. He also played for the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Boston Red Sox where he won a World Series in 2007 and was an All-Star in 2008. He has two brothers, Stephen and Tim, who have also been major league players. Before playing professionally, J.D. was the winner of the 1997 Dick Howser Trophy and the 1997 Golden Spikes Award, being named the 1997 Collegiate Baseball Player of the Year while playing at Florida State University. Currently, J.D. lives in Hahira, GA with his wife Sheigh, and their five children. During this interview, J.D. shares the story of his journey to playing at the highest stage. Along with baseball, he discusses his faith, how he held firm to his convictions, handling the media and false stories, what life after baseball looks like, the problems faced from social media, how he approaches being a father, and much more. This is a captivating, encouraging, and thought-provoking conversation you don’t want to miss. For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/jd
Jeremy Davis is Co-CEO and Founder of The Kerrigan Davis Group, a financial planning firm based in Valdosta, GA. He is married and has two children, including his son Noah who has cerebral palsy.
In this interview, Jeremy shares his story on how he ultimately became a financial advisor. He talks about many of the struggles along the path, including learning what real work is on the family farm, working under four different companies in under five years, and learning how to raise a son with special needs.
There is much wisdom to be gleaned from Jeremy, on compassion, living into the possibilities, finding fulfillment in your work, and more. Be sure to check out the full show-notes at: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/jeremy
Time-Markers:
9:15 - Jeremy’s Interest in Dogs 15:00 - Jeremy’s Background 21:00 - Impact / Effects of Growing Up on the Farm 25:00 - Uselessness of Worrying and Value of Experience 33:30 - Finding Fulfillment in Your Work 39:35 - Goal/Role With Current Work 43:10 - College and Post-College Path 47:30 - How He Met His Wife 57:30 - Career-Path and Calling 1:02:20 - Walking By Faith, Into the Possibility 1:10:30 - How He's Learned From His Children 1:13:20 - Story of His Son Noah’s Birth 1:17:30 - How To Accept What God Gives 1:20:00 - What Noah Has Given 1:29:00 - Effects of Cerebral Palsy 1:30:10 - What Brings Noah the Most Joy 1:32:00 - Misperceptions of Special Needs 1:35:30 - How to Handle Being in the Minority (in Your Calling) 1:38:25 - The Way of Compassion 1:43:30 - The Value of Committing to a Community 1:47:30 - Guest Appearance by Noah 1:48:10 - What Jeremy Wishes Adam Was Better At 1:48:40 - What High-School Class Jeremy Would Teach 1:49:10 - Daily Morning Message to All Millennials
In this special episode recorded from Adam's car, Thane and Adam share an exciting opportunity for the Up & Comer community, as well as some teasers on developments in the works. During the second half of the show, they discuss what it means to be an "Up & Comer", and what this characteristic entails. To see the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/carisode Time-Markers: 4:00 - Our Exciting Announcement 9:00 - Our Time in Savannah, GA 12:30 - What It Means To Be An Up And Comer
In this episode, Adam and Thane record their first book review episode. And what a book to talk about!
When Breath Becomes Air is the story of Paul Kalanithi - a man who was fascinated with the pursuit of finding meaning in life. He began his journey to find life's meaning in literature and human intellect. After seeing the fallacy of all knowledge and no experience, he redirected into the medical field (and specifically neurosurgery) in order to experience suffering and death firsthand. Near the end of his residency, he was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, drastically changing his life from that point forward. He wrote this book during the remaining time he had left before passing away in March of 2015.
This book is a powerful depiction of what a purposeful and intentional life looks like. He displays amazing courage and honor by living a life of ceaseless striving, even when it seemed hopeless.
For the full show-notes visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/breath
Time-Markers:
4:00 - Intro For Topic At Hand 9:00 - Goals For The Episode 11:10 - Overview and Review of the Book 36:40 - Pursuing the Meaning of Life
This is Chandler's second appearance on The Up & Comers Show (see episode #3 for more of her background and bio). During this conversation, Chandler shares her perspective and experience on the massively important topics of Singleness and Social Media. In the current social age we live in, these are issues faced by us all. Chandler provides a mature understanding of the importance of intention in all that we do. In the midst of the serious discussions, there are plenty of laughs shared by all three as they were able all be in the same location for the episode - an unusual treat. For the full show-notes, be sure to visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/chandlerdos Time-Markers: 7:00 - How Chandler Thinks About Singleness 9:45 - What God has Taught Her Through Singleness 12:50 - When Singleness is Most Difficult 14:10 - False-Narratives that Arise in Singleness 16:20 - Reminders of Truth to Combat Discontentment 23:30 - Chandler’s Recent Life and Job Transition 29:30 - Challenges Faced When Transitioning in Life 32:15 - Living in a New City Every Year 41:45 - Impact Social Media Can Have 1:02:00 - The Positives of Social Media 1:11:35 - Chandler’s Most Cherished Habits and Routines 1:17:00 - Common Misperceptions People Have of Chandler 1:19:20 - Question Chandler is Asked Most Frequently 1:20:00 - Chandler’s Advice for College Girls 1:22:40 - High-School Class Chandler Would Teach 1:24:20 - What Chandler Wishes She Was Good At 1:26:45 - What Chandler Can’t Live Without
Sarah Long is a 26-year-old nurse who is about to embark upon her second voyage with Mercy Ships - a missions organization that provides the world's largest civilian hospital ship, giving care to those without it in Africa and other needy regions.
In this conversation we get to learn how Sarah found her calling through trials faced as she was a child. We talk about common struggles nurses face, the benefit of summer camps as a kid, how dealing with death changes you, how to think about missions trips, and much more.
It was a fun conversation and there is a lot of interesting perspectives that you will want to hear!
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/sarah
Time-Markers:
8:00 - Unique Aspects of being an Up & Comer 9:50 - How Sarah Thinks About “Her Calling” 12:00 - Sarah’s Background 15:30 - Impact of Father’s Cancer 22:00 - How Emotion Can Help/Hurt in Nursing 26:30 - What Dealing with Death Changes 28:15 - How Trials Have Impacted Her Faith 32:30 - Sarah’s Nursing Path and Experience 36:30 - Common Challenges with Nursing 41:45 - Background on Mercy Ships 59:20 - How People Can Get Involved with Mercy Ships 1:02:50 - How Sarah Thinks Through Mission Work 1:06:00 - Greater Impact of Mercy Ships 1:10:00 - Impact of Kanakuk Institute on Sarah 1:14:50 - Benefit of Kanakuk Camp on Sarah’s Childhood 1:22:30 - What Topic Sarah Wishes Was Discussed More
Peter Peitz is a man who has lived a full life, and isn't near done. From his childhood in WWII Germany, to the cultural exposure in his young adulthood, to the success in business that catapulted him into a long-standing career - Peter is the definition of a "life well lived".
This episode is the first a series of interviews that we hope to do with Peter. It covers many topics, ranging from the benefit of work, to developing a healthy tolerance, to how we can properly assess ourselves, to how he ended up in Cotter, AR, and much more.
No matter the age or stage of life, there is something in here that you need to learn from and hear. It is an episode you don't want to miss.
For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/peter
Time Markers:
6:00 - How Peter Describes Himself 8:30 - What He Likes/Dislikes About Birthdays 10:00 - How Growing Older Has Been Different Than Expected 14:00 - How Peter Ended Up in Cotter, Arkansas 28:00 - Peter’s Childhood and Route to America 40:30 - Most Beneficial Character Traits as a Young Adult 47:30 - What a Healthy Tolerance Entails 51:30 - Peter’s Thoughts on the Path of Education 59:00 - How to Develop a Helpful Tolerance 1:01:30 - Common Mistakes Made as "Up and Comer” 1:08:30 - Core Premise for Assessment of Self 1:14:30 - The Partnership with the Holy Spirit 1:23:45 - Failure and Service as a Part of Success 1:31:00 - The Benefit of Work 1:36:00 - What Class Would Peter Teach 1:39:00 - What Daily Reminder Peter Would Send to Millennials
If you're looking for a good laugh, this light-hearted episode will provide it. In this casual conversation with Bryant Wiens, we talk about cherished memories from past lives, and get to hear what Bryant has learned throughout his 26 years of life so far.
Working in the construction field and being a superintendent at a young age, Bryant has a lot of insight and practical wisdom that he was able to share throughout this episode. It was a fun, interesting, and encouraging discussion that you don't want to miss!
For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/broisode2
Time-Markers:
4:10 - Context 6:30 - Bryant’s Current Life 9:45 - Being a home-owner 12:10 - Common Misperceptions in Construction 18:00 - Areas of Compromise in Construction 22:00 - Bryant and Thane - Childhood Friends 26:15 - College Experience 37:10 - What Bryant has Learned from Marriage 42:10 - What Bryant Loves About Hutchinson 49:30 - Which Marvel Character Bryant Would Be 52:00 - How He Navigates Role of Superintendent 57:30 - Leadership as an Up & Comer 59:20 - What the Future of Construction Holds
In this discussion, Thane and Adam define what fear is and what it entails, followed by talking through personal illustrations of fear in their own lives. They talk about how a fear of man impacts our daily lives and what a proper fear of God really means.
Fear is an issue we all face, so conversations like this are healthy and therapeutic, as well as enlightening to help reveal the areas we battle fear in our individual spheres.
For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/fear
Time-Markers:
3:00 - Intro to Fear 5:00 - Defining Fear 16:45 - Personal Fears 25:00 - Fear of Man 34:30 - Fear of God 42:30 - Offshoots of Fear 48:30 - Listener Questions on Fear 54:00 - Practical Ways to Overcome Fear
In this quarter-of-a-century episode (25th), Adam and Thane discuss what life has been like for each of them the past month and the lessons they have learned along the way. They also talk about how this podcast has helped them grow personally.
For the full show-notes, go to theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/life
Time-line:
6:00 - Update on Adam’s Life 17:00 - Update on Thane’s Life 27:15 - Diversity of Life Experience 37:30 - Reflections on First 25 Episodes
Lizzie Effinger is a 25 year-old girl living in southern California who has battled (and beat!) cancer from 2010-2013, and again in 2015. Now she is learning to live with Chronic Graft vs Host Disease, as she strives to be a testimony of God's goodness, a good steward of her health with nutrition, and ultimately thrive.
In this episode we hear the story behind her two-fold battle with cancer, as well as the many perspectives she can provide on suffering, depression, gratitude, and joy. It is an episode that we all need to hear, and you don't want to miss it!
For full show-notes visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/lizzie
Time Markers: 6:00 - Who is Lizzie Effinger 10:00 - Last 7 years of Lizzie’s Journey with Cancer 36:40 - What a typical day looks like for Lizzie (currently) 41:00 - How to encourage those who are suffering 55:00 - Depression and the Battle Within 1:05:00 - Questioning God and Entitlement 1:09:00 - Importance of Discipleship / Accountability 1:19:10 - Perspectives on Depression 1:27:45 - What We Know vs. What We Feel 1:29:00 - Lizzie’s Definition of Joy 1:40:40 - How Suffering Changed How Lizzie sees God 1:47:40 - What Makes a Good Writer 1:51:45 - What most Non-Sick People Take for Granted the Most 1:57:30 - Where Lizzie finds Inspiration 2:00:20 - Lizzie’s favorite “guilty pleasure” 2:01:30 - Lizzie’s Daily Reminder to our Generation
Wyatt Sosey is a fellow Up & Comer living in the PNW. He attended The Master's College with Thane and Adam, studying business, and then worked for a business consulting firm in Seattle after graduating in 2015. Currently, he is on an adventure with his wife (and dog) traveling the U.S. (and Europe) in a renovated trailer. This episode is a three-way conversation on a wide range of topics. It is thought-provoking and is guaranteed to stimulate your mind, perspective, and beliefs! For the full show-notes, check out theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/broisode Time Markers: 9:00 - What Wyatt is Currently Doing 22:15 - What Led to their Decision 26:30 - Concept of Facing Fears 47:45 - Introspective Talk 55:30 - Main Goals for the Trip 1:02:00 - What Drives Wyatt / His Mission/Goal in Life 1:10:00 - The Question of Why 1:26:30 - Why ask Why 1:37:30 - Parting Advice
Rick Dempsey is currently the Senior Vice President of Disney Character Voices and has been working in that department since its creation in 1988. Along with his robust career in the animation film industry, he lives a successful life on all fronts - from his family, to his faith, and even in personal development.
In this interview we hear about his journey to his current job, stories from his childhood, advice for the upcoming workforce, what it means to have a "personal brand", and much more.
For the full show notes, go to theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/rick
Time Line:
5:25 - Setting for Show
6:25 - Who is Rick Dempsey
11:05 - How Rick interacts with famous people
14:35 - Rick’s Magician Career
20:20 - What Rick’s childhood entailed
22:05 - Rick’s college story
25:00 - Balancing creativity with business
26:50 - Rick’s father and his influence
30:45 - Rick’s Career Path
39:30 - Rick’s Motivation for Animation Career
40:45 - Rick’s Role at Disney
48:30 - The Value of Integrity
53:35 - Being True to our Personal Brand
58:35 - How Rick Remains Humble
1:01:25 - Low Points in Rick’s Life
1:04:00 - Rick’s Marriage and Marriage Advice
1:06:10 - Family Advice
1:08:45 - Closing Questions
In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss the question of what it means to learn by discussing their view of education as a whole, the philosophy behind systems of learning, and ending with practical tips and methods to improve your own learning habits.
This episode is as important as it is long, and it is a topic that is obviously near and dear to their hearts, as it should be for all Up & Comers!
Be sure to check out the full show-notes at: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/learning
Timeline:
7:30 - Intro to Learning Episode 10:35 - Philosophy on Education 22:30 - Classical Education Methodology 31:00 - The Benefits of Learning 38:30 - Transition from Philosophy to Application 41:45 - Practical Learning Tips 56:00 - Why you should learn
In this interview with Austin Duncan, we discuss his path to ministry, the process of maturing as a Christian, the unique times we live in, advice for young adults, and much more. There is plenty of jest and laughs are had by all. Austin has served in student ministry for over a decade. After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico, he moved to Los Angeles to attend The Master's Seminary in 2005. After serving as the junior high and high school pastor, he now serves as college pastor. He and his wife, Merilly, have three daughters and a son. Be sure to reach out to Austin on Twitter with your feedback and thoughts! Time Markers: 8:00 - Austin’s Introduction 14:00 - Austin’s background/childhood 16:00 - Schooling 19:10 - Personal Testimony 21:45 - Why Austin Went Into Ministry 30:30 - Thoughts on Doug Wilson 33:30 - Saving Faith and Spiritual Growth 41:30 - Being Serious vs. Being Funny 45:30 - Discernment 46:30 - Memorable John MacArthur interaction 48:30 - Thoughts on Millennials 51:20 - What helped Austin most during young adult-hood 52:30 - Top Secular Books 55:15 - Austin the Historian 55:50 - Daily Reminder to Young Adults For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/atd
In this episode, Adam and Thane discuss the usefulness of Evernote, what effective communication entails, and provide an update on their lives.
To see the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/evernote
Time Markers: 3:30 - Thane’s trip to Thailand 12:00 - Adam’s newsletter change / Information Overload 22:40 - Evernote Shtuff 40:00 - Communication
Courtney Roberts is currently the Director of Marketing at The Giving Keys - based out of the Art's District in Los Angeles, CA. In this interview, we cover a wide array of topics from the role of sports in childhood, advice for college students, how to develop into a leader, why confrontation is essential to relationships, what work/life balance looks like, and much much more. This was one of the most inspiring and information-rich episodes to date, so you don't want to miss it! For the full show-notes visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/court Time Markers: 6:00 - Cat-Talk 8:30 - Hair-Talk 10:30 - Childhood/Upbringing 14:00 - College Years 17:00 - Role/Impact of Sports 23:15 - Finishing College in 3 Years 25:30 - Benefit of Taking Gap Year Before College 30:30 - Post-College Career Path 39:00 - What Work/Life Balance Looks Like 42:35 - Managing a Team 47:20 - Feedback and Honesty 51:30 - Developing into a Leader 56:00 - Learning Style 56:50 - Confrontation in Relationships 1:03:45 - How to Lead Up The Chain of Command 1:08:00 - Methods of Learning 1:12:30 - How Faith Impacts Her Life 1:19:00 - Role of Relationships 1:25:00 - What Scares Her 1:32:40 - Family Plans for Future 1:36:10 - What She is Passionate/Curious About 1:38:00 - Most Common Self-Reminders 1:40:00 - Most Important Habits 1:41:40 - Best Books
In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss what they have learned from the first four months of The Up & Comers Show, as well as an update on what 2017 will hold.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/reflectisode
Greatness is often desired but rarely defined. Sure it can sound great, but what does it look like when played out in real life? How can we cultivate the habits needed to live a "great" life?
In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss what characterizes "Greatness" from the world's perspective and then from God's perspective.
For a full breakdown of the show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/greatness
Reading is ESSENTIAL to being an effective, intellectually sound, culturally diverse, and linguistically robust human being. The goal of this episode is to convince the listener of this fact (and yes it can be considered a fact due to the overwhelming agreement of humans since books became mainstream).
Thane and Adam cover their definition of why reading is important, as well as comparing the different styles and intent of reading. They discuss the books each prefer and end by giving their personal top 3 favorite books of all time.
Make sure you check out the shownotes for this episode - theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/reading - as there are LOTS of links and information waiting for you there!
Taylor Reynolds was referred to by Adam as "the smartest dude I know", and in this interview you will see why.
Taylor is currently a student at Washington University in St. Louis, MO where he is studying American history. He is not only an intellectual, but also an entrepreneur and has begun several ventures already at a young age.
In this interview, we delve into an array of topics ranging from parenting, to the comparison of Christianity and other worldviews, to following your dream versus the bottom line, to problems faced uniquely by Millennials, and much, much more.
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/taylor
Happy Thanksgiving!
This is a special episode to debrief Adam's trip to Geneva and catch up with our personal lives some before we settle down this weekend to give thanks for all God is doing in our lives. We talk about travel, culture, setting goals, picking yourself back up after disappointment, and other super important shtuff.
If you want to see the pictures from Adam's trip, check out the full show notes here: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/thanksgiving
“It’s like going to sleep and having a dream, but you’re awake and you actually get to visualize things with way more detail - that’s what I love about film.” - Graham Kelley
In this interview with Graham and Ryan, we dive into a host of topics. From their unlikely friendship that led to the founding of NakNek, to each of their lowest moments in the NakNek journey thus far, to their production process, and much, much more.
They do a great job of highlighting the importance of integrity in all that you do, and help remind us all that success can only be achieved when you are concerned more about the client (customer) and maintaining your own personal character, rather than the bottom line.
In the world of choosing between pursuing your dreams or making a living, NakNek is an example of Up & Comers who are striving to marry the two.
“There’s nothing you can do to create success other than just being honest, have integrity, trusting and being pleasant to work around - that’s it.” - Graham Kelley
For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/naknek
Why habits are important Habits are what make up our lives, and the reason LOOKING at them is so important right now is because we are at the Up and Comers stage of life. If we don't focus on what defines our life, we will fall into one of two alternatives: 1. Detachment and surrender - “do my time”; “the system can’t be changed”; “don’t have enough responsibility to make an impact”; minimal effort required to cash the paycheck - mentality 2. Overly ambitious and scatterbrained - “get rich quick”; “follow your passion”; application without solidification (sustainability)
Developing "right" habits (ones based on longterm goals and time-proven wisdom) And it all must be tied to your ultimate purpose/meaning in life! * “How you do anything is how you do everything.” * When it is disconnected, the habits will eventually die off
The definition of habits Merriam Webster — "7 a : a behavior pattern acquired by frequent repetition or physiologic exposure that shows itself in regularity or increased facility of performance b : an acquired mode of behavior that has become nearly or completely involuntary"
The Description of Habits: how they shape the way we live our personal lives Thane's Habits * Reflection (journaling specifically; started out during professional golf as catalyst for growth and has become a keystone for all ares of life)
* Meditation (my mind is constantly going/planning; this practice has provided the most “unseen” benefit throughout all of life - allows me to be more fully present)
* Fitness/Exercise (generates energy, positivity, motivation, and longevity in all areas of life - even helps improve sleep!)
* Purpose-driven pursuits (connecting all I do to my “why” - aka the gospel)
* Starting and ending the day in God’s Word
Adam's Habits * Reading Bible in AM (keystone bcs foot soak, reading theology, studying the original languages all come too) * Pray on the way to work (keystone bcs it gets me in that mindset and I schedule my day with God in mind) * Clearing out inboxes in AM (keystone bcs I plan day in calendar and to-do list software, adding in emails to respond to, and review what I did yesterday; as well as saving articles for review for newsletter, which I do in downtime at work; asking myself the Ben Franklin question) * Read after supper (25 pages per day min outside of seminary, which gets jumpstarted then (vs tv)) * Journal at night (to review, asking myself the Ben Franklin question) * Exercise (walk, yoga, weights, etc. which is keystone to maintaining diet and health focus)
Persuasion: GET STARTED For the full show notes, check out theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/habits
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” - Amelia Earhart Definition * Decision-making is..".In psychology, decision-making is regarded as the cognitive process resulting in the selection of a belief or a course of action among several alternative possibilities.” (Wikipedia). * Decision-making is either... + 1. The gut-level response we have to choose one path over another (System1). + 2. The active, critical-thinking process of applying wisdom to several options in order to find the best one (System 2)
Research * Start with WHY + What’s the purpose? + Famous Decisions: 1. JFK’s team deciding to have the top down on his car that he rode through the streets in - which led to his assassination 2. Rosa Parks deciding toast down on a bus and jumpstarting the civil rights revolution 3. MLK’s speech - deciding to go off his notes and talk about “I have a dream” * The psychology of decision making + Thinking fast and slow by Daniel Kahneman. System 1 vs System 2 thinking. + We make decisions based on what we perceive as best and that is either an active perception (kaneman) or passive. Actively being aware of our biases is crucial * How we go about actively making choices + Get active - Don't settle for status quo...which will be a conglomerate of how your family and friends make decisions. Get active, stop apathy. Own your choices. + Determine your defaults + Determine other influences - Biases like advertisements, confirmation bias, etc. * (Re)Designing our Defaults + We have to redesign our lives so that we make better decisions by default + With bigger decisions, we need a framework for judging that becomes our default. We have to measure the options we have by the truth and our sense of self and calling. * Defining our Process to making a decision + Decision-Making Framework (From TRG blog posted last week) - Remove self from individual moment and look at big picture - Eliminate emotion as much as possible (and replace with rational logic) - Seek counsel, but don’t give up the decision-making responsibilities 1. Must seek counsel from the right people - experts, and those who have your best interests in mind 2. The best advisers will never make the decision for you - Trust your gut! (Arguably the hardest part) 1. If you have wrestled with the decision for long enough and still don’t have a clear answer, you will have a gut reaction (usually from early on in the process) that, if well-informed, will almost always be the right decision. 2. "The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity." –AMELIA EARHART - Never Look Back! 1. The only place to move towards after making a decision is forward! 2. http://www.thaneringlergolf.com/blog/2016/10/18/the-summer-of-2016
For all the resources and a full breakdown of the episode, check out the show-notes here: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/fyco
Answer to email question: 1. Discipline trumps motivation (and especially if you’re NOT type A) 1. Hebrews 12:3-13 2. Thus it comes down to creating the structures for success, and here are some helpful ways to do that: 1. 1. Start by journaling - figure out the things you know you need to do but aren’t yet doing 2. Think through/brainstorm what the obstacles are that are hindering success 3. Then craft a game plan for overcoming those obstacles 4. Finally, publicly communicate it in some way (accountability partners, talk to a mentor about it, talk with friends you see a lot about what you’re trying to do, etc. etc.) - helps us follow through because we all long to be consistent with what we say 5. And then, as Jocko poignantly stated - DO THE WORK! 3. At the end of the day, you are what you tell yourself you are. Meaning, we largely operate on the narrative that we are telling ourselves (if you say you aren’t a motivated person, you won’t be motivated). You won’t wake up one day and suddenly be motivated or disciplined, but, as you work on convincing your own mind of a new truth, you will slowly but surely creative a mindset of motivation, discipline, and a greater belief in your own capabilities!
Adam’s Topics 1. Why Grind? Find your why. 2. https://medium.com/@rudehunch/sentences-where-the-word-coffee-has-been-replaced-with-the-healing-power-of-crystals-7526ddb8eff4#.icqs195bx 3. The Wealth Principle by Randy Alcorn review 1. http://center.spurgeon.org/2016/10/11/4-reasons-spurgeon-died-poor/ 4. Is voting for Trump Idolatry? 1. http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2016/october-web-only/speak-truth-to-trump.htmll
Thane’s Topics: 1. Update on selfishness and what habits I have been working on forming
- The return to California and what problems/challenges that presents
To read the full show-notes, visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/caliprobz
Nic Mayne is an entrepreneur and author who is currently in the J.D. program at Harvard Law School. Throughout college, he managed the marketing agency he founded, Mayne Marketing, working with businesses throughout Canada, the U.S. and worldwide. Nic’s latest venture, four|thirteen Sports, allows him to use both marketing & law to passionately represent athletes, primarily professional and pre-professional hockey players. He is a member of the Sports Lawyers’ Association and the Professional Hockey Players’ Association Agent Program. He is also actively involved in the Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project, through which he assists other entrepreneurs in a legal capacity. Nic lives with his wife Katie in Cambridge, MA. In this interview, we dive into where Nic is from, what his journey to Harvard Law looked like, how being an athlete helped him, what his experience at Harvard Law has been like, how he has managed all that he has on his plate, his view of our judicial system's current state of affairs, and much more! For the full show-notes, be sure to visit: www.theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/nicmayne to find out how you can connect with Nic and learn more about his work.
Adam’s Topics: 1. Email on friends and friendship
1. Her argument: to avoid feelings of false guilt, we need to clearly distinguish friends from acquaintances.
2. My argument: I agree, but there are more than 2 categories (friends and acquaintances), so I have “tiers” of friends (Facebook friends, email friends, long distance friends, local friends, and then soul-mate like friends)
- Millennial weakness
- "Wish we could turn back time, to the good ol' days, when our momma sang us to sleep but now we're stressed out." Those are the lyrics of a song called Stressed Out (by the great Twenty One Pilots) that has quickly become what The Atlantic calls an Anthem of Millennial Anxiety. http://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2016/03/one-thing-considered-stressed-out-an-anthem-of-millennial-anxiety/470034/
- http://babylonbee.com/news/millennial-diagnosed-tragic-inability-even/
- Anxiety: managing it from information overload. Lifehacker says "Don't Voluntarily Take on Other People's Anxiety if You Can Avoid It," but Paul said "bear one another's burdens" (Gal 6:2). I think both are right, but Lifehacker goes too far. We love and help others, but we realize our limitation and trust in God's sovereignty FOR them. After all, Jesus said "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?" (Matt 6:25).
- Part of the fall, but comes from fear. We are always confused, Calvin
- Jocko Willink follow up
Thane’s Topics: 1. Selfishness
1. - is okay when you're alone/by yourself (goes along with recovery)
- is not okay whenever you are with others (generalization but is the better side to habitually err on)
- how to recognize your selfishness (from personal experience this week): are you consistently showing up late? Do your conversations mainly revolve around you or the person you are talking to? Do you more often adjust to others schedules or have them adjust to your own?
2. Article from Adam’s friend
1. http://www.newyorker.com/science/maria-konnikova/social-media-affect-math-dunbar-number-friendships
Josiah is a designer & illustrator living and working in Wichita, Kansas. He's married to the love of his life, Jenni Zimmerman, and just moved into their first home back in June of this year. They recently adopted their first dog, Ellie, a now five month old beagle, that healthily terrorizes their two cats, Pennie and Lolli.
"I’m a follower of Christ Jesus, striving to live a life that pleases Him and continually places my trust and faith in the fact that He has paid it all." - Josiah Zimmerman
In this episode we cover Josiah's journey into his career path of design, what his path of development has looked like in growing up, struggles he faces that are inherit within the design community, habits he desires to develop, where his insecurities lie, what it was like to be married at a young age, and much more!
If you're a designer, this will be MONEY. If you're not a designer... it will still be money! This episode is chalk full of takeaways to any up and comer, so be sure to give it a listen.
Adam’s Topics: 1. Becoming and being a knight 1. https://www.farnamstreetblog.com/2016/08/20-rules-knight-timeless-guide-1483/ 2. The Liturgy of Life 1. http://www.theamericanconservative.com/articles/liturgies-for-young-and-old/ 2. Learning to love God by practicing liturgy. The role of discipline and raw willpower in shaping the emotions and directing obedience. It’s not just making the right (moral) choices, it’s investing yourself into the right (redemptive) narrative. You do that through the imagination, developing a biblical imagination, imagining yourself as someone else—a someone who may actually be more YOU and you are right now. Like a Knight.
Thane’s Topics: 1. What is character? (Define). And is it something that can be developed/how?
1. 1 Tim. 6:6 - “Godliness with contentment is great gain"
2. “Never hope for it more than you work for it"
2. Jocks Willink Podcast with Tim Ferriss
1. "Motivation is unreliable and when you're counting on motivation to get your goals accomplished, you're likely going to fall short. You know what you have to do, go make yourself do it. Everybody wants some life-hack that eliminates the need to do the work, well I will tell you what: YOU NEED TO DO THE WORK. You gotta hold the line. You gotta make it happen yourself. You have to MAKE it happen, it's not gonna happen on its own. You have to make it happen, so dig in. Find the discipline, be the discipline, and accomplish the goals. THAT'S IT."
- Jocko Willink
2. http://fourhourworkweek.com/2016/09/21/jocko-willink-on-discipline-leadership-and-overcoming-doubt/
3. What will our "top 5 things learned from starting the U&C" be in 3/5/8 years?
1. http://ugmonk.com/2016/09/26/8-things-ive-learned-from-8-years-of-ugmonk/?utm_campaign=8+Things+I%27ve+Learned+in+8+Years+%28xusmss%29&utm_medium=email&_ke=cmluZ2xlci50aGFuZUBnbWFpbC5jb20%3D&utm_source=Newsletter+Master+List+%5BNon-Sales%2FPromotion+Related%5D
Adam's topics 1. Information overload (update) 1. Biases (example: confirm bias) shape the way i look for information, so I’m disciplining myself on what I even look for. 2. http://nymag.com/selectall/2016/09/andrew-sullivan-technology-almost-killed-me.html 2. Purpose driven life by Rick Warren. 1. Goals aren't things you should be able to do without God. There is a goal to life for humanity (telos) set up by the creator.
Thane’s Topics 1. The Decision (withdrawing from European Tour Qualifier due to injury)
1. Factors at play; gut instinct and why it’s hard to trust; why I was relieved the evening after making the decision and am not looking back.
- Sleep - Importance of, why it’s becoming a fad, and does that make it a bad thing?
- https://theringer.com/how-much-is-your-sleep-worth-1b311d0d6ea4#.rcaqxfu3l
- The Power of Full Engagement
- p.12 - cultural view of recovery
- p.31 - ultradian rhythms (could be big help)
- p.37 - a world hostile to rest
Born and raised in the small town of Hutchinson, Kansas, Chandler was blessed with two incredible parents and is one of four girls. She was bred to bleed crimson and blue, and attended the University of Kansas majoring in Visual Arts with an emphasis in printmaking, where her obsession with Jayhawk basketball only increased. After college Chandler continued her education through a graduate seminary program, The Kanakuk Institute. It was here that The Lord grew her heart to share the gospel through the gift of visual art and design. Shortly after K.I., she started interning remotely from Kansas City for a lifestyle and gift brand, Scarlet & Gold. Her internship turned into a full time design & styling position. Today, Chandler resides in Auburn, Alabama - the headquarters of Scarlet & Gold. Day to day you can find her anywhere from styling photoshoots, to teaching calligraphy, or even working with various mediums (like nail polish) to create a product. “ 'It’s a rare gift to pay your bills as you fill up your soul.’ - Jennie Allen. A rare gift. That is was my career as a creative is to me. People search their whole lives to find an occupation that gets them out of bed in the morning. I can honestly say, getting to design daily lights a fire in my soul. It is so sweet, so life-giving, so rare. To me it is so clearly God’s calling on my life.” - Chandler Mann To find more about Chandler and her work with Scarlet & Gold, check out the following links. You can connect with her through email or by hitting her up on the socials!
Scarlet & Gold: www.scarletandgoldshop.com
Personal Website: ChandlerGrace.com
Email: chandlergrace4@me.com
Socials: @chandler.mann
Thane’s Topics: 1. Reflective Learning 1. How journaling has impacted my practice for golf 2. Smiling 1. The power of something as simple as a smile 3. Convictional Living 1. My belief (in golf) turning into a conviction
Adam’s Topics:
- Information overload
- I’m spread too thin, and it’s been hard focusing my energies
- Limit how much information you process to avoid brain fog
- Doing too much—overcommitting
- Fatigue, yes, but also inherent limitation. Deeper not wider. Cal Newport. Not about how many books you get through but how many to get through you.
- Productivity and daily, weekly, and monthly reviews.
- Living intentionally--discipline to review
This virgin episode of The Up & Comers Show gives an overview of the co-host's background and the show's purpose. In the episode they discuss who Adam Setser is and what his life story has been thus far, then they move on to Thane Ringler and discuss his own life and background.
The last 20 minutes are used to provide the origin story of this show, and to describe what Adam and Thane hope to accomplish in this pursuit! Join them, as they learn to live a good life.