Chocolate Cake Bytes

This week, we're diving into what it really means to be “created in the image of God”—and how that understanding could radically change the way you see yourself and your place in the world. I share insights from a powerful conversation with Bishop Kevin Foreman from the Harvest Church, where we explore the difference between believing in God and truly believing God. What if our divine identit...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, we’re diving deep into the sweet (and sometimes complicated) process of repentance and forgiveness. Have you ever thought of repentance as a checklist or as a punishment for your mistakes? You're not alone—and we get real about these common detours on the road to true forgiveness. Join me and Justin as we unpack stories, both humorous and vulnerable, from ou...

This week, we’re diving deep into something that sounds simple at first—knowledge vs. wisdom—but turns out to be a lot messier (and way more fun) than you’d guess. Have you ever found yourself tangled up between what you know and what you can actually apply? Annette and I swap stories about teachers who made facts come alive, misremembered family rules, and the strange ways history gets told (and...

This week, we’re talking about how to create the most powerful shift you can make when kicking off a new year: your identity. In this special New Year’s episode, I share the exact process that’s helped me move out of the “passenger seat” and into the driver’s seat of my own career and life. We’ll break down the 12 illusions that secretly dictate how we think, act, and even judge our supposed “fail...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, I’m inviting you into a conversation that could transform your entire year ahead. As 2025 winds down and we glance into the promise of 2026, I’m sharing a straightforward process that’s shifted my own mindset about goals—and it might just do the same for you. If, like me, you've had a complicated history with goal-setting, let’s take a new approach together....

Are you ready to wrap up another year? This week on the podcast, I'm reflecting on what it means to approach a new year and asking some deep questions about our understanding of the plan of salvation. We've all heard lessons about the "plan of the adversary" versus the plan of happiness, but what if we've misunderstood what Satan's alternate plan actually was? I'...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, I get real about one of the trickiest questions in our faith: If God truly loves us, why doesn't He just fix things? You know those moments—the ones filled with heartbreak, pain, or just plain unfairness—when you've pleaded for a miracle and wondered why it didn't come. I share some of my personal journey through a year of growth and challenges, an...

This week, we kick off the Christmas season and get personal about Thanksgiving traditions. What did you do to celebrate, and what makes your holiday unique? I'd love to hear what makes Thanksgiving special. But the heart of this week's conversation is an exploration of "relentless pursuit"—not just God's pursuit of us, but what it would mean if we relentlessly pursued a r...

In this week’s episode of Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken welcomes back fan-favorite guest Kammi for a soulful and thought-provoking conversation on fear—what it is, why it matters, and how it shows up in our everyday lives. Can you really “fear not” when scripture and biology seem to be at odds? Together, they dig into the language and interpretation of “fear not” in the Bible, exploring how translatio...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken takes us on a journey into the unexpected sweetness of unasked prayers. Have you ever wondered if some of your deepest wishes—ones you’ve never dared to put into words—might still find their way into your life? Ken shares personal stories of dreams fulfilled and blessings received, not through formal requests or carefully stated goals, but through the quiet,...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, we visit with Kammi for an episode that will have you rethinking the language of self-growth and spirituality. What do we really mean when we talk about abundance, authenticity, or manifesting? And how do the words we use shape our understanding of gospel principles—sometimes in subtle, crucial ways? Dive in as we untangle the world’s definitions from sacred doct...

In this week’s episode, Ken dives solo into a sweet subject—faith. Is faith really just about feelings, or have we misunderstood what it means to believe? Drawing from scripture, chocolate milk cravings, and even some TEDx talk wisdom, Ken Williams challenges the idea that faith is just a warm fuzzy sensation, inviting us to reconsider how we approach the things we hope for and pursue. Through pla...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken reflects on the delicate balance of living authentically as a Latter Day Saint in a diverse world. What does it really mean to let faith shape your actions without being pushy or preachy? Ken shares a candid conversation with a friend about encouraging others to draw closer to Christ—without insisting on a single viewpoint. Digging into his own beliefs about...

In this week's episode, Ken takes us behind the scenes of success and personal impact, using the parable of the talents as a springboard for deeper reflection. How can we truly apply its lessons to our everyday lives? Ken shares stories from his own journey—like the Chocolate Cake Phenomenon TEDx talk—and reveals how small acts, like giving away chocolate cakes, can ripple far beyond our expe...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Brett returns to join Ken Williams for an episode that flips the script—in more ways than one! Brett takes the hosting reins, inviting Ken to step into the hot seat as they explore what it means to truly trust in God, even when life spins out in all directions. Using the story of infamous football player Johnny Manziel as a jumping-off point, Brett draws a powerf...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken brings his friend Kaelynn to the table for a candid, no-holds-barred look at suffering, trust, and divine purpose. Are we meant to suffer? Is there a master plan that pain fits into, or are we simply navigating a messy, beautiful world full of unexpected twists and lessons? Ken and Kaelynn challenge the classic, often uncomfortable idea that “everything happe...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken reconnects with longtime friend Dr. Russ for a candid, thought-provoking exploration of limiting beliefs. Ever wondered what’s holding you back from that big, scary goal? Ken and Dr. Russ dig into the deeply personal doubts that lurk beneath the surface—those invisible stories we tell ourselves that quietly shape our ambitions, our actions, and our outcomes....

In this week’s episode, Ken takes us on a thoughtful journey through one of the longest—and perhaps most overlooked—allegories in the Book of Mormon: the olive tree in Jacob 5. Drawing from a recent discussion in his stake, Ken dives into the symbolism behind pruning branches and what it means for our own efforts to grow and improve. Can we cut away all our bad habits at once? Ken doesn’t think so...

This week, Ken is flying solo as he unpacks the powerful impact of intentional kindness. What happens in our lives—physically, emotionally, and even spiritually—when we choose to act with purpose and generosity? Ken shares insights from his own experiences preparing TEDx talks, connecting the dots between research, the gospel of Jesus Christ, and our everyday interactions. Tune in as Ken examines...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken takes us behind the scenes of his recent adventure to the TEDx stage, sharing the messy, hope-stretching journey of applying, getting rejected, and ultimately finding just the right fit for his story. If you've ever struggled to keep the faith when there's little evidence that your work is paying off, you’ll want to hear Ken’s candid reflections on...

On this week's episode, Ken hits the road with early guest C.J. for a spontaneous and insightful conversation, Chocolate Cake Bytes-style. You never know what kind of inspiration will strike when these two are together—this time, it’s prompted by a random scripture generator and some open-ended curiosity during a road trip to Philadelphia. Listen as Ken and C.J. tackle themes of humility, tur...

In this week’s episode, Ken is flying solo as he reflects on the bittersweet season of becoming an empty nester. After dropping his son Edison off at college, Ken turns his thoughts to the “little things”—those small gestures and talents that often make the biggest difference in our lives and the lives of those around us. Why do the smallest details—like remembering a name or sharing a simple choc...

This week on Chocolate Cake Bytes, Ken shares a simple yet powerful thought that might just change your perspective: nothing changes until you change. Drawing inspiration from a recent conversation with a mentor, Ken explores what it truly means to not just do something different—but to become someone different. Can transformation really start with something as simple as pretending to be the perso...

In this week’s episode, Ken takes us on an unexpected journey that starts with a simple thought about colors—blue in particular—and leads us into a deeper conversation about the language we use to describe our experiences, especially those tied to the gospel. What happens when a culture doesn’t have a word for a concept, like the Himba people and the color blue? How does that shape what we’re even...

In this week’s episode, Ken is flying solo and digging deep into the sweet—and sometimes challenging—topic of little childlike faith. With the hustle and bustle of August on his mind—from family, church activities, and even preparing for his first TEDx talk—Ken reflects on what it truly means to approach life and faith with the trusting heart of a child. Have you ever wondered what could change if...