Crusade with Me

This episode is titled “Attention, Empathy, and the Weight of Being Awake.” Because sometimes it feels like the more awake you are, the heavier it gets. The more you notice, the more you feel — and the harder it becomes to stay grounded, kind, and clear. So today, let’s talk about what it means to pay attention in a time where everything around us seems to be demanding we don’t.

Today we’re continuing something we started in Episode 97—talking about masculine and feminine energy, and why balance between them isn’t just some poetic concept... it’s the key to harmony. And today—we’re getting personal. We’re talking about marriage. And yes—we’re talking about sex. Because if you’re married, and you’re struggling to connect… If your intimacy feels flat, or confusing, or simpl...

Today we’re wading into a subject that’s been both misunderstood and misrepresented in a whole lot of conversations lately, masculine and feminine energy . Now, before you brace for controversy—take a breath. This episode isn’t about stereotypes. It’s not about one gender being better, stronger, smarter, or more important. And it sure isn’t about labeling anyone. This is about balance . This is ab...

This episode is a full-circle recap of the Jasper County 4-H Fair , right here in Rensselaer, Indiana . And if you think this is just going to be a rundown of who won what ribbon—you’re in for a surprise. This episode is about something much deeper. It’s about what we learn from animals. From young people. From dirt, and wind, and sweat. It’s about what happens when we show up. With love. With dis...

Today’s episode is going to make some people squirm—and that’s good. We’re talking about a social media post that’s been flying around like wildfire: “Why are men’s standards called toxic—but women’s delusions are called self-worth?” Now… whether you agree with it, hate it, or aren’t sure what to make of it—that post hit a nerve. And there’s a reason for that.

This episode is raw, real, and important. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the long-running soap opera we call our lives—and asking one piercing question: “Who’s been the one constant character in every single episode?” That’s right. It’s us. Inspired by the words of James Hollis, we’re going to talk about blame, responsibility, self-awareness, and what happens when we finally stop waiting...

This episode is dedicated to everyone getting ready for the county fair —especially those of you out there grooming goats, walking pigs, brushing cattle, or getting horses ready for the show ring. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned hand, this week can be emotional and intense. But underneath all the noise and nerves is something much deeper. Showing animals—working with them, caring for th...

"Faith in Pieces: What to Do When You’re Not Sure What You Believe Anymore." It’s not a light conversation. But maybe it’s one of the most important ones we’ve had. Because I’m right there too, walking through the fog, asking the hard questions, trying to figure out what it means to be a believer in a world where the very word Christian has become... complicated.

Kat and I are showing up to tell you something loud and clear: If we can do it, so can you. We’re not superhuman. We’re not magic. We’re not perfect. But we made a decision. Not to be done. Not to wait for “someday.” Today we’re going to talk about what it means to choose Day One —and why waiting is the enemy of transformation.

Today we’re going to dig into a hard truth: we might have messed up. Not out of malice. Not out of neglect. But maybe out of too much love. Out of too much rescue. Out of too much solving and not enough standing back and letting our kids—and even ourselves— struggle.

You’ve heard me talk about boundaries before—why we need them, how they protect us, how they define who we are and who we are not. But today... we're going deeper. This is not just about saying no to toxic people. This is about something more fundamental: Choices. Habits. Energy. Evolution. You see, life isn't just happening to you— it's happening through you . Your reality—your peace, your proble...

Now listen, this isn’t a PSA packed with stats and slogans. This is a conversation. This is me pulling up a chair across from you, looking you in the eyes, and saying, “Let’s try to understand this thing together—and let’s not be afraid to talk about it.” Whether you’ve lost someone, or you're afraid for someone, or maybe you’re the one walking through that silent tunnel yourself... I want to spea...

Buckle in, because today we’re going to talk about something that might feel lost in today’s climate— common ground. Not common sense. Not common goals. Not even common politics or beliefs. I mean the art of seeing what we share in common as human beings. The stuff underneath the noise. This episode is about evolution—not biological, but personal. Social. Psychological. And dare I say, spiritual.

Today, we’re taking a walk—down memory lane. Not just to reminisce, but to reflect. Because this isn’t just about nostalgia... it’s about leadership—how it was, how it is, and where it’s headed. There’s this quote from Patton that hit me like a brick to the heart: "Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way." Now, Patton wasn’t exactly known for being soft-spoken either. But his legacy? Leadership t...

And whether you’ve been riding with me since episode one… or you accidentally clicked this while trying to play your favorite true crime show — I’m glad you're here. Because this? This is not just another podcast episode. This is the start of something fresh. Something needed. This… is the relaunch of Crusade with Me!

Today’s episode is 83A in our series “The Appointed Hour: Living Like the Clock Is Ticking.” So far, we’ve faced the big question: “What if you knew the exact day you were going to die?” Then we talked about what you’d want to do before that moment — your real bucket list. And now… we’re getting into something trickier. We’re calling this one: 👉🏽 “Eat, Drink, and Be... Wise?” Because if time is...

Today is Episode 82A , and we’re in the thick of a new series called “The Appointed Hour: Living Like the Clock Is Ticking.” If you missed last time, go back and catch Episode 81A — where we asked the big question: What if you knew the date you were going to die? Now we move forward with a natural next question: What would you want to do before then? And that brings us to today’s title: 👉🏽 “Kick...

We’re calling this series “The Appointed Hour: Living Like the Clock Is Ticking.” And today’s episode — Episode 81A — asks one simple, terrifying, exhilarating question: What if you knew the exact day and time you were going to die? Would you live any differently? Would you finally rest? Would you finally move? Would you finally say what needs to be said? Would you let go of the fear that’s been c...

Now, if you’ve been with me the last couple rides, you’ll know we’ve talked about more than boots, hats, or horses. We’ve been talking about a way of life. A rhythm. A code. So today, I want to tie it all together. We’re callin’ this final ride in the series: “The Cowboy Way.” And it’s all about how we walk through this life with quiet strength , how we take responsibility , how we enjoy the life...

Because being a cowboy—or a crusader, or a mentor, or just a good person—it ain’t just about doing the job well. It’s about what you leave behind . It’s about how you hand off the reins . What do folks learn by watchin’ you? What are you really passin’ down? Let’s talk about it.

Now, you don’t have to own a pair of spurs or rope a steer to ride with me today. This episode isn’t about rodeos or Western movies—though I’ve enjoyed plenty of both. No, today we’re talking about the spirit of the cowboy … and what it teaches us about how to live in a noisy, fast-moving world that’s forgotten the value of quiet strength, personal responsibility, and respect for other people’s fe...

Over the past two episodes, we’ve awakened the inner flame at Pentecost. We’ve faced the fork inside and stared down the shadow in the saddle. And now? Now we take the next step. The decisive step. We walk in integrity—where the flame becomes our light, the fork becomes one road, and the divided self begins to heal into wholeness.

This is part two of our Pentecost series, and we’re riding straight into the heart of the double-minded life. You’ve felt it before—the pull in opposite directions. Two voices, two paths, one body caught in the tension. It’s like trying to ride two horses with one saddle. Eventually, you fall. So today, we face the fork inside. We look at that shadow within—the part that wants something different...

Today, we’re going to talk about what it means to awaken the flame within—what it means to live from a place of unity, clarity, and spiritual wholeness. Pentecost was not just a historical event—it is a living reminder of what happens when Spirit breathes into our lives.

last episode was about discernment—cutting through the fog—then today we’re talking about what comes next: discipline . The training. The reps. The fight. Jesus said in Matthew 7:14: “But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Here’s the truth: nobody stumbles down the narrow road. You train for it. This episode is your spiritual gym session. We’ll stret...