Foundational Fathers Podcast

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, hosts Nick Sash and Marcus Phillips sit down with Nathan Graybill, Founder and National Director of Re:generation, to unpack the true meaning of resurrection — not just as a historical event, but as a daily invitation to live transformed. Together, they explore how recovery is more than breaking bad habits — it’s stepping into new life...

What does it really mean to lead your family through Easter—not just as a tradition, but as a transformational moment? In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” and Marcus "The Philippian" sit down with Jeff Hamilton from Dad Academy to unpack what it looks like for fathers to lead with intentionality, courage, and biblical conviction. From...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” and Marcus "The Phillipian sit down with Nate Parrish to explore the journey from dependence to divine direction. When we surrender our lives to Christ, our calling begins to take shape—not through titles, platforms, or recognition, but through obedience, service, and alignment with God’s will. Together...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, host Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Nathan " The Pacemaker " Haley sit down with author, evangelist, and recovery pastor, Rev Andrew Rosenbarker, to talk about his twenty-one day devotional “Like Never Before.” Andrew shares his raw story of growing up surrounded by addiction, alcohol, and dysfunction—spending years trap...

In this creative and joy-filled episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick Sash and Marcus Phillips sit down with Rob Evans — widely known as The Donut Man — to explore how humor, creativity, and storytelling can communicate powerful biblical truths to the next generation. Rob shares the story behind the famous “Donut Hole” illustration, a simple but profound metaphor that reveals the spiri...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers podcast, Nick, aka The Mute Bass Player and Marcus The Phillipian engage in a deep conversation with Glenn Kaiser, a man whose life embodies redemption and faith. They discuss the importance of being intentional in following Jesus through various life stages, the significance of community and accountability in faith, and the role of modeling faith within...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick Sash sits down with author Rob Coburn to unpack what it truly means to live uncaught. Together, they explore how men can break free from shame, addiction, offense, comparison, and isolation by embracing their God-given potential and the freedom found in Christ. Drawing from Rob’s book Uncaught, this conversation dives deep into for...

In this powerful and hope-filled episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick Sash and Marcus Phillips sit down with special guest Carl Joseph to explore what it means to walk in the God-given potential placed inside every believer. From surrender and obedience to the work of the Holy Spirit, this conversation challenges men to stop living beneath their calling and step fully into the life Go...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick and Marcus sit down with author, worship leader, and preacher Navontae Hamp to tackle a crucial question every man must face: Is inspiration enough—or are we willing to pursue transformation? While inspiration can stir the heart, true transformation requires action, discipline, and obedience to God’s will. Together, the conversation challen...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, hosts Nick Sash and Jamie Hansen sit down with comedian John Branyan to wrestle with one of the most common—and painful—questions men ask in moments of loss, disappointment, and silence: “Where was God when…?”Through honest conversation, biblical truth, and well-timed humor, the guys explore how God’s silence does not mean His absence. John shar...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, hosts Nick Sash (The Mute Bass Player) and Marcus sit down with Steve Neace II to close out the Reset–Restructure–Resist arc with one powerful word: Renew. Renewal isn’t hype—it’s sustainability. This conversation explores what it means to maintain what God has already started. From spiritual structure and resisting temptation to the power of co...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, hosts TheMuteBassPlayer and Marcus The Phillipian tackle a reality every man faces after making commitments to change: resistance. After the reset and restructure, resistance shows up quietly—through temptation, discomfort, and compromise. Special guest Hezron Gomez joins the conversation to unpack why resistance isn’t a setback—it’s often confi...

In Season 4, Episode 2, Restructure, the Foundational Fathers Podcast moves beyond the idea of a simple reset and dives into what it truly takes to build a life that lasts. Nick and Marcus unpack the difference between starting over and restructuring from the ground up—highlighting discipline, community, accountability, and faith as the pillars of lasting transformation. Through personal stories a...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers podcast, hosts Nick and Marcus kick off Season Four with a focus on personal growth and spiritual alignment for the new year. They introduce the 75 Hard challenge as a way to reset and motivate themselves, discuss the importance of aligning one's life with God's will, and reflect on Christmas traditions and family dynamics. The conversation empha...

As we close out the year, Nick Sash and Marcus “The Philippian” sit down with Stephen Christian—former vocalist for Anberlin and current artist behind Anchor & Braille—for a powerful, reflective conversation on identity, calling, and finishing the year anchored in Christ. Stephen shares his journey from music to ministry, the dangers of defining identity by success, and how quiet seasons often...

In this special Christmas episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, host Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash sits down with Brett Clark of One Flock Ministries to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, unity within the church, and what it looks like to lead our families with faith in every season. Through honest conversation and heartfelt storytelling, this episode invites listeners into the qu...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick and Marcus sit down with Craig Washington to unpack what freedom in Christ truly means—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Together, they explore why so many men struggle to express their emotions, how grief and healing intersect with faith, and why community support is essential for personal transformation. Craig shares real s...

In this powerful episode, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash sits down with Jeff Hamilton, founder of The Dad Academy, to talk about the journey from being a default dad to becoming an intentional father. They unpack the power of purpose, legacy, service, and leading your home with love — not passivity. If you’ve ever felt distracted, worn down, or “checked out,” this conversation gives you the blue...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, host TheMuteBassPlayer welcomes Randy James — the frontman of Hopeful. Together, they dive into Randy’s musical legacy, his personal journey through anxiety and health battles, and how God redirected his story toward purpose and hope. The conversation reveals how music can become a lifeline — especially during the Christmas season — pointing tho...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, we sit down with Tim Blake to explore the transformative power of storytelling. Together we unpack how your personal narrative can unlock freedom for others, why vulnerability is the doorway to authentic connection, and how God uses every struggle to shape purpose. Tim shares his own journey—from challenges and uncertainty to becoming a steady g...

What does it mean to walk with Jesus every day — not just on Sundays? In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, the hosts sit down with Bill Zeltman to unpack the daily habits of a disciple. Together, they explore how prayer, Scripture, and accountability help believers grow deeper in faith and live out obedience to Christ in everyday life. The conversation highlights the importance of...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Host TheMuteBassPlayer (Nick Sash) sits down with Jay Gauthier Sr. — pastor, author, and founder of Audacious Faith Ministries — to discuss what it truly means to hear God’s voice in everyday life. Jay shares wisdom from over 39 years in ministry, unpacking how faith, prayer, and Scripture shape our ability to discern God’s direction am...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers podcast, host Nick, the mute bass player, engages in a profound conversation with Mike McKenzie, who shares his life-altering near-death experience in 2004. Mike recounts his encounter with Jesus, the vivid details of heaven, and how this experience transformed his faith and life purpose. The discussion delves into the importance of faith in daily life,...

In this special All Hallow’s Eve episode, Nick Sash sits down with Luke Eddington to explore the fascinating intersection of theology and fantasy — where deep thinking meets humor, imagination, and faith. Together, they unpack how figures like C.S. Lewis and John Calvin inspire a blend of spiritual reflection and storytelling that shapes how we see God’s truth in unexpected ways. From dad jokes to...

Welcome back to the Foundational Fathers Podcast — where duct tape fixes most things, dad jokes fix the rest, and faith fixes everything. In this episode, hosts Nick “TheMuteBassPlayer” Sash and Marcus “The Philippian” Phillips dive into the surprising significance of dad jokes in family life. Together, they explore how humor builds connection, lowers tension, and creates an atmosphere of love, gr...