Welcome to Train Smarter, Live Stronger, the official podcast of Smarter Fitness, where science meets strategy to empower everyday people on their health and fitness journey. This series is your go-to source for cutting through the noise in the fitness industry. Each episode dives deep into real-world fitness topics from sustainable fat loss and injury prevention to strength training, mental resilience, and lifestyle optimization. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking ...
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Share Life: Stories & Systems To Live Better & Work Smarter — With Jason Scott Montoya
Jason Scott Montoya
Explore stories & systems to live better & work smarter with author, blogger, and digital marketing specialist, Jason Scott Montoya. Podcast episodes include inspirational people interviews, book discussions, listen-to-learn discussions, & blog reads from https://www.jasonscottmontoya.com
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Make Your Body Work: Live healthier, smarter, and happier!
Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
Make Your Body Work is all about living healthier, smarter and happier…and doing it all one day at a time. Dave Smith, Canada’s Top Fitness Professional, answers your health-related questions!
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158: Unpacking the New Age of Isolation
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1:25:27Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube >>> Tired of feeling alone in a crowded room? It's a silent struggle. You're around people, even family or friends, but that deep isolation hits. Why? You think more connections will fix it. You think being busy helps. Think again. We're facing a connection crisis. Loneliness is a public he…
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157: Transform Your Business With a Revenue Breakthrough | Josh Sweeney
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1:00:23Episode Type: Listen-To-Learn Watch on YouTube >> In this Listen-To-Learn episode of the Share Life podcast, you'll discover: Why B2B is about trust and relationships, and trying to use low-trust marketing tactics can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars. The "delegate and ditch" mistake nearly every founder makes when they hire their first sa…
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube >>> What if the popular advice about retirement is completely wrong for you? In this Share Life Podcast discussion with Kassi Hyde, I cut through the noise and expose a few truths: The Roth 401k mistake: Everyone is saying you need to "push Roth." But if you're in a high tax bracket, tha…
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube >>> For 30 years, Brady Pyle navigated these exact challenges inside NASA. In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, he shares what it’s like to lead through massive change. In this episode, you'll learn: The surprising reason NASA pushed to get people back on-sit…
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube >> In this episode of the Share Life podcast, Jason Montoya speaks with Dana and Bill Wichterman, authors of 'Stewards Not Owners.' They explore the concepts of stewardship versus ownership, the importance of aligning money with faith, and the role of generosity in overcoming fear and loneliness. The c…
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Watch on YouTube >>> --- In this conversation with entrepreneur John Chan, co-founder of 2X Growth Agency, he exposes the counterintuitive secrets behind truly effective design and why so much of what you see out there just… doesn’t work. ---Connect With John Chan Connect with John | LinkedIn 2x Growth Agency | We…
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube >> Do you dream of writing a book, but something holds you back? Maybe it's the **fear** of not being "expert enough" or not having "great writing skills." You might even tell yourself you're "too old, too young, too this or too that." It's a common struggle, and it can take years to get your work done…
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151: If You Feel Stuck at a Crossroads in Life, Watch This | Maria Joyner
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1:00:20Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube >> What if the things you believe are your greatest strengths are sabotaging your happiness? You think your drive to always be on, to chase the next thing, is what makes you successful. You pride yourself on being a "hyper-achiever." But you’re sitting down to watch a sunset and your mind is 100 miles …
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150: How To Retire In Paradise on a Shoe String Budget With Dawn Fleming
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1:03:39Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube >> In this "Listen to Learn" episode of the Share Life podcast, I chat with Dawn Fleming, author of "Claim Your Dream Life," who proves that reinvention and living your dream life are possible, even after significant setbacks. Connect With Dawn Fleming Connect with Dawn >>> Website | YouTube | Instagra…
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Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube >> In this Share Life Academy workshop with Jim Karwisch, we explored the themes of burnout, the importance of having a long-term vision, and the role of accountability in sustaining success. We discuss the challenges of achieving goals, the necessity of aligning advice with personal vision…
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148: Changing Minds & Lives With Personality Expert, Cory Draper
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1:12:59Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube >> Ever feel like you're stuck in a loop, repeating the same struggles at home and work? You're not alone. We all wrestle with understanding ourselves and others, especially in today's wild world of constant "identity crises." But what if there was a cheat code to better communication, s…
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Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube >> Ever feel like you're constantly "buckling under pressure," making decisions you later regret? In this Share Life Academy workshop, I'm joined by narrative coach Jim Karwisch and social media strategist Toby Bloomberg to unpack why maintaining your values and integrity when challenges ar…
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146: This Cop’s Life Unraveled after Tragedy: How His SILENT SUFFERING Came To An End | Adam Meyers
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1:03:00Episode type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube >> It’s time to expose the brutal truth about what happens when a critical incident shatters a law enforcement officer’s life. Think police are invincible? Think again. The silent battle Adam Meyers — Stop the Threat, Stop the Stigma — faced after an on-duty shooting in 2016 will shock you. His journey…
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Smarter Moves with Smarter Fitness is the ultimate fitness podcast for everyday people who want to train better, feel stronger, and live healthier without the hype, fluff, or fitness fads. Hosted by certified fitness experts and real-life clients of Smarter Fitness, this series explores evidence-based training strategies, mindset mastery, nutrition…
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We kick off the series with one of the most misunderstood aspects of fitness success motivation. In this episode, we uncover why waiting to "feel motivated" is sabotaging your fitness goals and how building habits through discipline is the real path to transformation. You’ll learn: The psychology behind motivation (and why it fades). How high-perfo…
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145: If You Get Rejected, Improve, & Keep Going, You'll Succeed. Here's Why — With Former Movie Producer & Entrepreneur Steven Puri
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube >> In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with productivity and remote work expert, Steven Puri, founder of the Sukha company. As a studio executive and producer on films from Die Hard to The Wolverine, Steven had to learn how to inspire a broad ra…
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144: How Dr. Jim Gregory Reinvented Himself Late in Life | From Business Owner to Ph.D. & Author
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with the entrepreneur and author, Dr. Jim Gregory. In this conversation, Jim shares his story from conquering Madison Avenue to becoming a successful novelist after selling his global branding firm. Jim's stor…
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube Are you tired of the myth of job security? In this conversation, I dive deep with e-commerce expert Neil Twa of Voltage. Neil unveils the surprising truth about building genuine security through entrepreneurship by focusing on providing real market value and establishing robust business …
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142: The Power of Storytelling in Politics & Leadership ~ My Commentary on Mark Cuban's Talk at the Principles First 2025 Summit
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch on YouTube here. Politics is not just about policy—it’s about storytelling and salesmanship. In this video, we explore how politicians sell narratives that resonate with people, regardless of whether they align with reality. Featuring insights from Mark Cuban at the Principles First conference, I share my commentar…
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141: Going Viral: The Story of An Independent Movie With Screenwriter and Producer Todd Pringle
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1:06:33Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch this episode on YouTube here. Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with business owner and screenwriter/producer Todd Pringle about his successfully finished independent film, Going Viral (affiliate link). "In a neon-lit backdrop of the 1980s, a nerdy teena…
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140: Success & Perseverance: Resilient Adaptability is Key to Overcome Obstacles — With Jim Karwisch
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1:04:42Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch this workshop on YouTube here. In this Share Life Academy workshop, we explore perseverance and adaptability. Jim Karwisch helps us explore how we can adjust to obstacles without losing momentum. For more episode details and links, click here. Who is Jim Karwisch? Jim Karwisch is the founder of Untang…
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Discussion Watch this conversation on YouTube here >>> Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with author — Religious Rebels: Finding Jesus in the Awkward Middle Way (affiliate link) — Christy Lynne Wood about the Poverty of a Moralistic Gospel. Christy continues t…
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138: Life Lessons From BOXING: Faith, Confidence, & Hope With Literary Pugilist Mark Connor
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1:05:07Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here > --- In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with the author of It's About Time: Millions of Copies Sold for Dad, a writer and boxing trainer, Mark Connor. Mark Connor is a Literary Pugilist from Saint Paul, Minnesota. A lifelong boxer and Box…
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here > In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with comedian and writer, Andres Schabelman. Andres was a successful tech entrepreneur, having been involved in the technology industry early on, including Airbnb and Fiverr. His accolades matter less t…
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136: Fired & Afraid? Motivation to Reinvent Yourself & Find Your TRUE Purpose With Trey McKnight
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1:08:49Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with Executive Coach at Novus Global, Keynote speaker, and Emcee, Trey McKnight. I recently met Trey at a Voices to Connect speaker showcase conference (Thank you, Jessica Lalley), and I was impressed by …
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135: From Isolation to Community: Benjamin Crawshaw's Unexpected Story of Redemption
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1:04:28Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here. In this conversation, Benjamin shares his raw and honest journey through burnout, divorce, and rediscovering his faith. Learn how he rebuilt his identity beyond external validation, embraced the power of grief, and now helps others, especially Gen Z, encounter Jesus in a fresh, aut…
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube here In this episode, I speak with Joe Handley about the concept of 'Changing the Few Who Change the Many.' We explore the origins of this idea, Jesus' unique strategy for leadership development, and the importance of character formation in discipleship. Joe shares insights from his experiences in glob…
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133: How To Become a Digital Nomad: Location Independence With Jason Long & Kristen Zalatan
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1:21:46Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch This Episode on YouTube -- This episode is sponsored by Nomad Insurance by SafetyWing. Safety Wing is the digital nomad go-to source for travel medical insurance to provide you with peace of mind as you move around the globe. Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. I'm Jason Scott Montoya,…
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132: Stop Pandering, Start Living: Confident Vulnerability With Salvatore DiSalvatore
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1:32:47Episode Type: Inspirational People Click here to watch on Youtube In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with my new friend, writer, director, and storyteller, Salvatore DiSalvatore. Salvatore DiSalvatore, whom I know as Jack, is also a Communications team leader for a parish in Georgia. Jack and I met at Lea…
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131: Hope in the Shadow of Tyranny With The Art Pastor, Steve Thomason
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1:24:06Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch this episode on YouTube here. Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Steve Thomason about The Gospel of Luke in the Shadow of Tyranny. In our chat, we explore the themes of the Gospel of Luke in relation to tyranny and the complexities of political disco…
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130: Communication is a Game — Here's How To Play
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1:21:09Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube here. For nine days Tariq Cayne lived amongst Costa Ricans in Puerto Viejo. It was a very refreshing experience that challenged his cultural beliefs that he didn't know he was plagued with. Through this experience, Tariq discovered what gives us strength in humanity; togetherness and the ab…
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch on YouTube here. Right now we're in a societal season where fear and contempt are consuming many people. I'm a Christian and Republican and these dynamics have utterly taken over my political party. They've taken over many parts of the Christian church. And I want to cast a vision of what a courageous person looks …
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128: Overcoming Complex Trauma Through Christ’s Love With Allison M. Miller
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1:26:13Episode Type: Inspirational People In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with my friend Allison M. Miller. Allison is an author, Biblical counselor, and co-founder of Destined For Glory, a Christian ministry helping survivors Unravel Complex Trauma. In this conversation, Allison shares her profound journey f…
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127: Building a Life of Purpose Through Games and Growth With Tariq A. Cayne
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2:13:42Episode Type: Respawn & Reflect I recommend you watch this episode instead of listening to it. You can watch it on YouTube here. In this Respawn & Reflect interview on the Share Life podcast, I attempt to have a meaningful conversation with fellow YouTuber and gamer, Tariq Cayne, while we're playing an increasingly difficult video game, in this epi…
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126: Every Other Weekend: Lessons Learned Growing Up With Two Different Fathers ~ Anthony Mohr
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Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with Anthony Mohr. Anthony J. Mohr served for 26 years as a judge on the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. He also sat as a judge pro tem on the California Court of Appeal. In January 2021, he became a fello…
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125: Navigating Political Chaos: Citizenship Without Illusions By David Koyzis
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1:15:13Episode Type: Book Discussion Watch on YouTube here Welcome to a listen to a book discussion of the Share Life podcast. In this conversation, I'm speaking with David Koyzis about his new book, Citizenship Without Illusions: A Christian Guide to Political Engagement (affiliate link). For the video version, notes, and more links, click here. Connect …
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Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube here. The goal of this free one-hour workshop, led by Jim Karwisch, was to help participants understand the concept of projecting onto others, explore how it hinders genuine connection, and develop skills for seeing themselves and others more clearly. "We are not true to one another as fact…
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch this on YouTube The 2024 presidential election did not pan out the way I hoped. Unfortunately, the nominee of my party won. So, we've got four more years of madness ahead of us. We're all heading into the abyss together. As the chaos and confusion unfold, I don't want to waste my time obsessing about it (I've got t…
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Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Watch on YouTube here. In this Spontaneous Conversation on the Share Life podcast, with Addison Blu Williams, and Ross Boone, we dive deep into the power of language — how it shapes perceptions, fuels division, and ultimately affects the way we see and treat others. From cultural representation in entertainmen…
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Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Watch on YouTube here >> ---In this Spontaneous Conversation on the Share Life podcast, with Addison Blu Williams, and Ross Boone, we explore the challenge of standing against your group, navigating the wilderness alone, and the cost of personal conviction. What happens when you challenge the beliefs of your t…
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120: Visiting Israel After the October 7th Massacre — Discussing David Wittenberg's Perspective On The Conflict
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1:36:32Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch this interview on YouTube Summary: In this episode of the Share Life podcast, I interview David Wittenberg about his recent trip to Israel and the historical context surrounding it. David shares insights into his upbringing, Jewish identity, and the significance of his family's connection to Israel. The conversat…
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119: Empathy-Driven Change: Turning Disruption into Connection ~ Theresa M. Ward
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1:03:21Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Click here to watch this interview on YouTube >> In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with Theresa Ward. Theresa is a keynote speaker, facilitator, culture and communication coach, and the founder of Fiery Feather which helps organizations get things done and enj…
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Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch this workshop here Learn more about this workshop here In this Share Life Academy workshop, narrative coach Jim Karwisch and artistic theologian Ross Boone, alongside host Jason Scott Montoya, dive into practical strategies for success in 2025. Learn how to define your personal vision, overcome obstac…
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch this video here Read the written blog version here Join me as I outline my ambitious plan to achieve YouTube monetization in 2025. I’m sharing my growth strategies from 241 to 4,000 watch hours, including producing 72 videos in 31 days, leveraging podcast clips, and creating evergreen content. I’ll discuss the chal…
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat - Watch the Video Version Here - Read the blog post here.In this fireside chat, I share my vision for scaling a content creation business into a viable income stream in 2025 and beyond. Drawing from my decade of freelancing success, I outline my strategies for balancing client work and passion projects, setting achievabl…
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Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Narratives shape our behavior. This idea is powerfully captured in the 2024 Simpsons Christmas special, O C'Mon All Ye Faithful, which you can watch exclusively on Disney Plus. In this Spontaneous Conversation episode of the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with narrative life coach, Jim Karwisch and artistic …
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat 📺Watch This Talk on Youtube >> 📘 Get the book -- Path of the Freelancer -- https://amzn.to/405XnRc ✅ Download free chapter -- http://eepurl.com/bXHHSX 🏬 Freelancing resources -- https://www.pathofthefreelancer.com/Ready to ditch the 9-to-5 and build a thriving freelance career? In this video, I reveal how I unexpectedly …
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Click here for additional resources on this topic . In this episode of the Share Life podcast, Jason Scott Montoya, Ivan Alfaro, and Jim Karwisch explore the concepts of refuge-seeking and emotional resilience. We discuss the implications of refuge-seeking in journalism and society, the importance of healing and reflec…
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Episode Type: Fireside Chat Read this audio blog post here.Who men choose to become and how we shape the next generation of rising leaders shapes the type of world we contribute to building.America, and the church inside it, is facing an identity crisis as we wrestle over who we want to become as Christians and as a country and what story we want t…
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111: Daring to Disagree: Seeking Truth and Courage in Divisive Times With Margaret Heffernan
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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with entrepreneur, author, speaker, storyteller, and professor of practice at the University of Bath in England, Margaret Heffernan. Over a decade ago, Margaret planted a seed with her Ted Talk, Dare To Disagree. I watched it,…
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