The Generosity NOW Podcast

In this season wrap-up episode, hosts Eric and Laurie take a heartfelt look back at some of the most inspiring moments from this season of Generosity Now. Together, they revisit powerful stories of generosity and whole-life stewardship, showcasing how God’s hand has guided individuals, families, and businesses in remarkable ways. Highlights Include: Tim McTavish’s Radical Business Transformation (...

In this heartfelt episode of the Generosity Now podcast, we sit down with Fran and Neal Davidson, a remarkable couple with decades of experience in whole-life stewardship and generosity. From their roots in Southern California to building a life in Colorado, Fran and Neal share their journeys of faith, family, and the incredible lessons they've learned along the way. Join us as Fran discusses her...

Join us as we sit down with Tony Julianelle, CEO of Atlas Real Estate, a visionary leader in the real estate industry with over 24 years of executive experience. Tony shares his journey from climbing the corporate ladder in mortgage finance to discovering a deeper purpose through real estate. We explore Atlas Real Estate’s mission to "uplift humanity through real estate," how faith informs Tony’s...

In this episode, Eric and Laurie dive into the concept of Whole Life Stewardship—a framework for aligning our lives with purpose and generosity. What does it mean to truly steward your labor, influence, finances, and expertise? How can we live in such a way that our presence in a community is both meaningful and transformative? Eric and Laurie unpack these questions, blending personal insights, sc...

In this episode of the Generosity Now podcast, Eric nd Laurie sit down with John and Ash Marsh to unpack their compelling story of redemption, reconciliation, and the transformative power of generosity. The Marsh family’s journey showcases the depth of God’s faithfulness and serves as a moving testimony to the power of love, community, and intentionality. Together, they discuss the importance of h...

In this episode of the Generosity Now podcast, we sit down with Greg Ast, who shares his inspiring journey of moving from religious tradition to a deep, personal relationship with Christ. Raised in a strong Catholic household, Greg always knew God, but it wasn’t until later in life that he truly understood what it meant to have a relationship with Jesus. Join us as Greg talks about his family’s fa...

Tim McTavish shares his background growing up in a Christian home and his journey of falling in love with Jesus. He discusses his experience as a business owner and how integrating biblical principles transformed his company's culture and success. Tim emphasizes the importance of stewardship and generosity in all aspects of life, including finances and investing. He also highlights the hope he see...

Vip Vipperman and Wes Lyons discuss their personal faith journeys and their work in the fight against human trafficking. They share their experiences with the Lion's Den, a faith-driven angel network that invests in companies making a positive impact. They highlight the importance of collaboration between for-profit, nonprofit, and government organizations in addressing human trafficking. They als...

The conversation revolves around the topic of giving together as couples and families. The guests, Josh and Caitlin Saenz, and Rachel and Nick Wolverton, share their experiences and motivations for partnering in a project to support Bible translation for the Niha people in Tanzania.   They discuss the importance of having scripture in the heart language of communities and the impact it can have on...

Barry and Linda Rowan share their personal journeys of faith, exploring the intersection of work and spirituality. They discuss the importance of finding meaning in work, the power of surrender, and the role of generosity and stewardship in their lives. Barry introduces his book, 'The Spiritual Art of Business,' which aims to help individuals discover a life-giving perspective on work through guid...

On this episode, Eric and Laurie interview Jeff Shafer, CEO and co-founder of Common Good Capital. They discuss impact investing and how aligning investments with values can make a positive impact on people's lives. Jeff shares his personal journey and how a back surgery and subsequent crisis led him to shift his focus to impact investing. He explains the work of Common Good Capital in sourcing, d...

In this final episode of our summer series, we wanted to feature a phenomenal conversation Eric and Laurie had with Entrepreneur, Speaker, and author Pete Ochs. They discuss four simple but powerful principles that bear on creating Economic, Social and Spiritual Capital. When brought together they result in a High Impact LIFE   About Pete Pete Ochs is founder and chairman of Capital III, an impact...

Continuing in our summer series, We highlight a a phenomenal conversation with entrepreneur and faith based investor, Greg Lernihan about redemptive investing.    About Greg Greg is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others and has refocused his life with this purpose. As a faith based investor, Greg dedicates his time and talents to mentoring and investing in for-profit bus...

Continuing in our summer series, we wanted to re-engage this episode Mike Scheid, the Executive Director of the Community Impact Fund. The Community Impact Fund offers impact loans to individuals and families in need, providing a lifeline for those struggling to make ends meet. Mike shares his personal journey and how it has shaped his passion for helping others. He explains the motivation behind...

As we continue our summer series, producer Jonathan Collier introduces Impact Investor and International Development Professional, Dana Wichterman. Dana joins Eric and Laurie, and shares her journey of generosity and stewardship, highlighting significant inflection points and the impact of impact investing. She emphasizes the importance of sharing generosity stories and provides helpful resources...

On todays episode in our summer series, Eric and Laurie sit down with kingdom serial entrepreneur Chad Roach for a great conversation about business, Kingdom economics, and the ministry of business.   About Chad Homeschooled his entire life, Chad graduated at the age of 16. For his higher education, Chad studied at Oak Brook College of Law and was mentored for six years by Kevin Swanson – Director...

In this episode, Eric and Laurie  interview Ross Chapman and Bob Larkin from Denver Institute for Faith and Work. They discuss the organization's mission to help people connect their faith and work, and the importance of bringing hope and life to their communities through their daily work. They also highlight Denver Institute's programs and initiatives, such as their fellowship program and events...

Continuing in our summer series,  Eric and Laurie interview Jeff Waldron, a complex gift attorney with the National Christian Foundation (NCF). They discuss the power of asset-based giving and the various tools available for charitable giving. Jeff shares his personal journey of generosity and stewardship and how it led him to join NCF. They explore the benefits of giving from assets and provide e...

Welcome back to the Generosity Now podcast! As we continue our summer series, producer Jonathan Collier introduces international business leader John Halverson, a seasoned expert in investing, development, and strategy consulting. John shares his inspiring journey from working with Cargill and Land O'Lakes to leading impactful investments in East Africa through Talanton Impact Investing Fund. John...

Eric and Laurie are joined by Tim Macready for a conversation about faith-aligned investing. Tim shares his journey from managing a billion-dollar pension fund in Australia to establishing Brightlight in the US, aiming to bridge the gap between investors' values and their portfolios. We explore the challenges and rewards of integrating faith with financial strategy, and how Tim's work is paving th...

On this weeks episode, we kick off or summer series highlighting some of our favorite episodes from season two. Eric and Laurie interview Shannon Hawkins Morris, Vice President of Helping Hands. They discuss the history and purpose of Helping Hands, a ministry that provides financial assistance to individuals and families in need. Shannon shares examples of projects they have supported, such as pr...

In this episode, Eric and Laurie wrap up Season 2 of the Generosity Now podcast by highlighting some of their favorite episodes. They express gratitude for the podcast's global reach and encourage listeners to share their favorite episodes with others.   The highlighted episodes include discussions on inheriting wealth, setting a financial finish line, generosity as a gateway to intimacy with God,...

On this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by Andrea and Haril Kazindra, co-founders of Musana, along with Sam Mitchell, a supporter of Musana.   Andrea and Haril share their journey of starting an organization in Uganda to lift children out of poverty. They discuss the importance of using business to make a positive impact and the shift from traditional charity models to sustainable social enter...

In this episode, Eric and Laurie sit down with Josh and Kaitlin Saenz to discuss the importance of cultivating a lifestyle of generosity and whole-life stewardship with our children. Josh and Kaitlin share their journey from youth ministry to running a donor development organization, all while homeschooling their two boys. About Josh and Kaitlin Josh and Kaitlin both attended Biola University (Jos...

In this episode, Eric and Laurie are joined by finance author and speaker,  Matt Bell. Matt discusses the importance of teaching children about money and generosity. Matt shares his personal journey of financial struggles and how it led him to a saving relationship with Christ. They discuss practical skills for teaching kids about money, such as earning, planning, giving, saving, investing, and sp...