Make It. Share It.

Join us on Make It. Share It. as we sit down with Donna Stuart, worship leader, songwriter, illustrator, and author from the Washington DC area, for a conversation that will change how you think about your creative delays, your hidden seasons, and the projects that won’t let you go. Donna has been making and sharing things for decades: touring with a band, leading worship, co-leading a church with...

What does it look like when a gifted musician graduates with a piano performance degree, has his car repossessed, gets evicted, and can’t land a job? In this episode of Make It. Share It. Kent and Cooper sit down with Dr. Oscar Williams, Jr., entrepreneur, producer, artist, teacher, and Associate Pastor at The Potter’s House, for a rich conversation about divine timing, creative seasons, and the k...

Join Kent and Coop as they sit down with 15-year-old actor, musician, and songwriter Graham Harvey in this inspiring conversation about navigating the entertainment industry while staying grounded. From his new role in STRANGER THINGS to appearances in NIGHT AGENT, RABBIT HOLE, and CHICAGO PD, Graham shares candid insights about the creative life, the importance of staying connected to reality, an...

Kent, Cooper, and Lauren pull back the curtain on their own creative journeys in this one. From the five-year evolution of a coffee shop dream to navigating the harsh realities of independent filmmaking, this episode is a tribute to persistence, faith, and the messy beauty of bringing creative visions to life. Discover how a fun conversation over homemade salsa became a thriving business partnersh...

On this episode of Make It. Share It. we sit down with author Brooke Ledbetter to discuss her new book Closer Than a Brother —an invitation to move from isolation into authentic, life-giving community. Brooke opens up about the unexpected journey that led her to write about friendship, from a last-minute pitch pivot to discovering that friendships aren’t just for this life – they’re eternal. She s...

What's inspiring us now: creative books, vintage music, and overcoming the lies that kill our art. Three Key Takeaways Stop reading books that feel like work. Cooper's current approach to books: ditch the business/self-help books that feel like trudging through mud. Use AI for 2-page summaries and focus your reading time on stories, characters, and creative narratives that actually spark ideas. Yo...

In this episode of Make It Share It, Lauren Chandler shares the vulnerable journey behind her worship song " Praise Him ," from initial inspiration to live recording. Lauren wrote the song as a gift for her children—something they could carry throughout their lives to remind them to praise God in every season. What started as a simple lullaby-like melody evolved through multiple iterations, includ...

Kyle Worley joins the Make It. Share It. crew for a conversation about the creative process. Kyle is the Lead Pastor of Mosaic Church in Richardson, Texas, the author of the recent books " Home with God: Union with Christ " and “ Formed For Fellowship ,” and a co-host on the Knowing Faith podcast. Hear how a college philosophy professor transformed his thinking, why he starts every project with a...

In this episode of Make It. Share It., we discuss what happens when success comes knocking, but it's wearing the wrong shoes. We explore: * The surprising story of Gregg Alexander and New Radicals, who broke up their band by press release after their hit single "You Get What You Give" topped charts * How Alexander discovered that his true calling wasn't being a pop star, but creating music itself...

On this episode of Make It. Share It. we explore Kyle Porter's fascinating journey as a writer and entrepreneur. From Oklahoma State fan site creator to CBS's top golf writer, Kyle reveals what inspired him to start his own independent newsletter, Normal Sport . Kyle opens up about a profound turning point in his life—losing his daughter in 2015—and how this tragedy deepened his faith, shaping bot...

Join us for a powerful conversation with Greg Lathe about rediscovering creativity after failure and pursuing ambitious dreams. From conducting orchestras to developing Broadway Junior musicals, Greg's journey reminds us that our greatest setbacks can become launching pads for unexpected opportunities. ✨ In this episode: Finding creative courage after hitting rock bottom How a one-violin orchestr...

From Oscar snubs to 90s nostalgia, screenwriter Adam Davis (Just Friends) takes us on a wild ride through his creative journey. He talks about his new podcast "What Were They Thinking?" investigating questionable Oscar decisions, shares the story behind Ryan Reynolds' iconic "I Swear" scene, and reveals what it really takes to make it in Hollywood. Join Kent and Coop for a fascinating conversation...

Kent talks to Coop about his behind-the-scenes work on Grammy-nominated albums, moving from business to music, and exploring the beauty of photography with actor Jason Lee. Stories From The Show * Cooper shares his journey of balancing his passion for music with his career in the oil and gas industry, and how the lessons learned in each world have shaped his approach to creativity. * In a providen...

It's time to get honest about our challenges with making and sharing on this episode. Stories * Lauren shares a story about vulnerability from a recent public speaking event and how it led to deeper connections with God and others * Coop talks about finding space to create with his new Mega Desk invention (pic below) * Kent gives thoughts about the effects of award shows on creativity and shares a...

Join us on this episode of Make It. Share It. as we delve into Jamie Winship's extraordinary journey. From his humble beginnings as a police officer in the Washington, DC, area, Jamie was handpicked by the CIA for his innovative, out-of-the-box methods in conflict resolution, which he then applied in some of the world's most volatile regions. Jamie shares more about his unique identity discovery a...

This episode of Make It. Share It. features a lawyer, and no, we’re not in trouble. Kent’s long-time friend, Stewart Shurtleff, who recently formed the law firm Rothberg, Shurtleff, and Dang , joins the show to discuss developing people, building places, and much more. 🔑 4 Keys From The Episode * Leadership Lessons from the Band Hall to the Boardroom: The surprising influence of Stewart’s high sc...

We loved having Grady Spencer from Grady Spencer and The Work on the latest episode of Make It. Share It. 🎧 5 Keys You'll Learn: 1. Authentic Creativity : Discover why staying true to your unique sound is more important than ever in today’s music landscape. 2. DIY Production : Learn how Grady and his band are taking control of their music production, proving that you don’t need a big studio to cr...

Join us as we explore the world of creativity, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving with our guest, Matt Murph. We discuss Matt's journey from building web apps to launching a new lifestyle apparel brand called Mivallo , and how creativity and determination have driven his success. We get started talking about the band “ Dream Theater ” then move to a few significant turning points in Matt’s life...

Christie Purifoy joins the show to talk about a fascinating adventure that takes her from earning a PhD at the University of Chicago to trading the academic life for an old Pennsylvania farmhouse called Maplehurst. Now she cultivates art and space for people to experience beauty, wonder, and peace as a gardener, writer, and photographer. Why did the “The Secret Garden” have such a significant impa...

He’s a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and performed on Good Morning America with Lecrae. He’s a mechanic who worked on the Black Hawk helicopter and a carpenter who has made custom furniture for rappers like TI and T-Pain. He’s a sponsored artist by companies like Home Depot, Timberland clothing and Kilz paint and recently starred in a Kilz sponsored Reality home improvement show .  You’ll lov...

We all need a guide to help us make things and share them, but it can be hard to ask for help or even where to start. Our goal with this episode is to talk through our individual experiences with creative guides in hopes that it helps you find the right guide at the right time. And…incorporate Rick Rubin (as usual), Milli Vanilli (first time), Jon Acuff (also first time), and the movie Ratatouille...

This episode of Make It. Share It. features filmmakers Ean Verdugo and Caleb Davis. Ean and Caleb discuss their journey of making and sharing a TV pilot for a show called Restorage, which won the Audience Award at The Austin Film Festival and is playing at The Slamdance Festival as this podcast goes live. This sci-fi dramedy revolves around a dysfunctional family with an unusual inheritance—a myst...

Writer, Actor, and Producer Jake McEntire joins the show to discuss the decade-long journey of writing and producing the film RUN THE RACE as it nears its 5-year anniversary. Jake's love of filmmaking started when he was young, watching the power of a beautiful story unfold on a screen, giving hope and joy to his family in difficult times. He started working on a script in college that snowballed...

We are thrilled to have Matt Brown as our guest to talk about his latest project: The Timekeeper . Matt wears many hats as a writer, creative director, and strategist. As he humorously notes in his bio, he's had a diverse career spanning startups, agencies, and Fortune 500 companies, with the unique distinction of never having started a startup that's been acquired by a Fortune 500 company. During...

Rachel Joy joins the show to talk about big dreams, bold faith, and the long journey of making and sharing Sparrow. Rachel is the founder of Sparrow, a non-profit that exists to help women learn their gifts, talents, and passions through connecting with content, collaborating with community, and catalyzing into calling.  Rachel shared how one of her favorite and most formative memories is the safe...