Just God Pod

This week on Just God Pod, I’m joined by Matt Palmer, the founder of Jesus Won Apparel, for a powerful and honest conversation about faith, obedience, and calling. I have been blessed in getting to know Matt personally through multiple conversations on the phone and one thing that has really stood out to me has been his humility. It is evident in his company, Jesus Won, as they continue to give an...

On today’s episode of the Just God Pod down with my good friend Dave Kasanganay who shared a powerful, honest, and deeply encouraging conversation about basketball, faith, and purpose. We start by going back to our time at East Carolina University, where our paths first crossed and where Dave was instrumental in helping get FCA up and running on campus. That season wasn’t just about building a min...

The Just God Pod is baaaaack! Apologies for that 2 month long hiatus, but I am extremely excited the Lord has brought me back to the microphone. Thank you to those who encouraged me and spoke life over me during that time so that I would work my way back. Episode 41 is one I’ve been looking forward to sharing. I sat down with my friend and teammate Sean Keys, someone who consistently leads with hu...

This week on the Just God Pod, we’re joined by someone whose work has impacted millions—from locker rooms and boardrooms to everyday people trying to live with intention and faith. Jon Gordon, the New York Times bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The Power of Positive Leadership, The Garden, and more, sits down with us for a powerful, raw, and faith-filled conversation about life, leadership, a...

In today’s episode of the Just God Pod, I was fortunate and blessed to bring on Laura Beth Tyndall. This was a conversation I was looking forward to having for a long time! Her verse of the week was a great spark to start conversation, it comes from Colossians 1:16-18, “For by Him all things were created… and in Him all things hold together… that in everything He might be preeminent.” Laura Beth l...

Not much of an introduction needed for this episode! For episode 38 of the Just God Pod I had on my beautiful, intelligent, hard-working, determined, fearless girlfriend, McKenzie Autry! There probably aren’t enough words to describe her and I am not sure why the Lord sent me an angel from above but I thank Him everyday for it! What most people don’t know about me is that it was McKenzie that real...

Today I’m joined by one of my best friends in the entire world — Reid Haddock. If you know Reid, you know he’s one of the most passionate, genuine, and loyal people out there. He’s also — without question — the biggest East Carolina baseball fan to ever live. Pirate Nation runs through his blood, and he reps it with pride. But beyond his love for the game, Reid lives with a heart that’s anchored i...

This week I got to sit down with CJ Patrick, team chaplain for the Dunedin Blue Jays, and someone who’s been a steady mentor and spiritual brother to me over the past year. Our conversation was rooted in this weeks verse(s) of the week which came from Colossians 3:1–17, a passage that calls us to live with our hearts and minds set on things above — and to walk in the new identity we’ve been given...

In this powerful episode of the Just God Pod, I sit down with my good friend Tim Nicholson—a man whose story beautifully captures what it means to respond to God’s quiet nudge with bold action. Tim graduated from George Washington University, where he played four years of Division I baseball. But beyond the field and the classroom, Tim noticed something that stirred his heart deeply: the visible a...

In Episode 34 of the Just God Pod, I sit down with Chase Johnston, a basketball player at High Point University (who won the Big South Tournament and had a March Madness appearance last year) who’s not just known for his talent on the court — but for his heart to serve his teammates and live boldly for Jesus in a world that constantly pushes the opposite message. This conversation isn’t about perf...

This episode is a little different. No guest this week—just me and a message the Lord laid on my heart. I wanted to take a few minutes to share something simple but deeply important. I dive into Matthew 7:21-23, where Jesus speaks some of the most sobering words in Scripture: “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven…” These verses have been weighing on me lately...

In this special episode, I’m joined by Cliff Ursel — my team chaplain with the Vancouver Canadians and a pastor at Centre Church here in downtown Vancouver, BC. Together, we open up the powerful and often-overlooked epistle of Titus. This short letter from Paul is packed with instruction, encouragement, and a call to pursue sound doctrine and godly living. We unpack the context, the challenges of...

In this episode of the Just God Pod, we’re joined by Dylan Grace—a graduate of Battlefield High School and current dedicated YoungLife leader and student at James Madison University—who shares what it looks like to live a life surrendered to God and committed to serving others. As a YoungLife leader, Dylan spends countless hours investing in the lives of high school students, walking with them thr...

In this powerful episode of the Just God Pod, we’re joined by James Tibbs III — a rising athlete whose impact goes far beyond the baseball field. James opens up about the real journey behind the headlines: the quiet moments of doubt, the deep role of family and mentors, and the faith that keeps him grounded through every win and loss. But more than that, James shares why serving others and living...

Episode 29 of the Just God Pod is a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Robelin Bautista — assistant pitching coach for the Vancouver Canadians. Born and raised in El Seibo, Dominican Republic, Robelin shares his incredible journey of faith, perseverance, and purpose. From growing up in the D.R. to moving to the U.S. to attend Point Park University, and eventually joining the Toronto Blue Jay...

In this special episode of the Just God Pod, I sit down with someone who’s made a lasting impact on my life—Mike Aman. He’s not only the generous sponsor behind this podcast but also a mentor who’s helped guide me through some of my most pivotal moments. Mike shares his journey of building a life anchored in faith and family, and how he’s seen God’s favor show up time and time again. From navigati...

Episode 27 of the Just God Pod is now streaming — and it’s one you don’t want to miss. 
I had the pleasure to sit down with Brandon Barriera, 2022 first-round draft pick by the Toronto Blue Jays and one of my best friends, for a transparent and powerful conversation about faith, growth, and walking in purpose. Brandon opens up about the trials and tribulations he’s faced, how he’s learned to lean...

This week, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with one of my best friends Parker Byrd — someone whose story is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and the strength that comes from leaning into God during life’s hardest moments. This dude inspires me and so many others every single day and I am blessed to just have a guy like this in my life! Parker shares his journey — one filled with...

In this deeply moving and powerful episode, we sit down with Shane Canestra to discuss the chilling plot against Park Valley Church that unfolded in September of 2023. It was a moment meant to bring chaos, fear, and harm to a place of worship — but through God's grace, it became a testimony of His protection, redemption, and purpose. Together, we unpack the emotional weight of that event, the impa...

Episode 24 features Dan Palacios @livekinetically. Dan is a part-time personal trainer, full time disciple of the Lord. We actually got put into contact through my agent that is trained by Dan twice a week. Dan’s story is one that could only be written by God, and he would be the first one to tell you that. His authenticity and outright love for the Lord is contagious and motivating! Throughout th...

On today’s episode, I brought on another one of my mentors, Leonard Paulk (Scooter). Talk about wisdom. God has imparted a ton in him! However, it is not by happenstance because Scooter is not just a fan of Jesus, he is a true disciple of Jesus. He is always in the Word, being led by the Holy Spirit which is evident in the way he interacts with you. My roommate Chuck and I would always laugh at Bi...

Episode 21 features a brother of mine that I have only met recently, Pat Gallagher. I met Pat a little over a month ago and already I count him a brother, and I do not say that lightly. Pat is someone to look up to whenever I walk into the locker room each day. He embodies Christ in everything he does, whether that is in his interactions with other players, staff, coaches, trainers, etc. or sharin...

Episode 20 of the Just God Pod featured Cole Garrett. I only met Cole once in person through mutual friends, but after getting to know him better and spend time in fellowship with him, he is someone I want to have a lasting friendship with. He is a genuine, down to earth, God fearing follower of Christ. Cole played college baseball at Virginia Military Institute which we dove deeper into throughou...

A year ago if you were to tell me I’d have JW Kohlmeyer and Caden Merritt on a podcast to talk about God I would have said you’re insane. Again, the transformational power of God. These two studs are both committed to play division one baseball but reflecting on the episode, we hardly even mentioned baseball! That is exactly what I love about these guys… their identity is not in baseball anymore,...

This week I had on someone that has been a true friend and mentor in my life these past several years, Mr. Trey Haddock. I met the Haddock family before ever stepping on campus at ECU through my best friend Zach Agnos. Trey’s youngest son, Reid, is the biggest ECU baseball fan on the planet so I quickly built a relationship with the Haddock family. What I believe is so special to me, is seeing the...