Courageous Crossroads

Send us Fan Mail Danica Wytcherley and her family of five moved to the Inland NW from Minnesota’s Twin Cities during the height of Covid. She co-lead the mom’s ministry at their former church in downtown Minneapolis for five years and has been a women’s Bible study leader at her local church for the past three years. Two years ago she would have identified herself as a reluctant homeschooler whose...

Send us Fan Mail Lauren Gomez, a beacon of faith and intellect, gracefully combines the roles of an executive, a devoted wife and mother, and a passionate scholar. Originally hailing from Columbia, Lauren now resides in the historic and vibrant city of London with her husband and young son. Her life's journey is a tapestry of diverse experiences woven from her extensive travels across the glo...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a special graduation party episode of the Courageous Crossroads podcast as we chat with the dynamic duo, Evan and Owen Walker, at their festive celebration in West Des Moines, Iowa. These recent graduates of Valley High School share their unique perspectives on courage. Owen, who is set to attend Vanderbilt University on a scholarship, and Evan, who is embarking on a c...

Send us Fan Mail Mia Beshr, a first-generation British citizen with a rich Egyptian heritage, joins us on the next episode of the Courageous Crossroads podcast. Mia brings a unique blend of Middle Eastern culture and British upbringing to her work as a project management consultant in the UK. She comes from what she describes as a semi-conservative Muslim background. Mia holds an undergraduate deg...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming episode of our podcast, we sit down with Michael Meggison at our favorite bustling coffee shop, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee blends with tales of tenacity and faith. As a devoted family man, seasoned real estate agent, and fervent follower of Christ, Michael shares his insights on living courageously amidst life's challenges. Over cups of our...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of the Courageous Crossroads podcast, Jeff Johnson, CEO of Johnson Machine Works and executive coach, is interviewed by his son, Emmett Johnson. The tables turn as Emmett, Jeff's witty and candid 19-year-old son, asks probing questions about courage, bravery, and personal growth. Jeff shares intimate stories about his journey to sobriety, the bravest p...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on "Courageous Crossroads" as we welcome Lee Paris, a distinguished son of the South from Indianola, Mississippi. A profound racial reconciler and devout Christian leader, Lee has made a significant impact in both the business world and his community. Now residing in Oxford, Mississippi, with his beloved wife, Lisa, and their family, Lee embodies a deep commitmen...

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Send us Fan Mail Thank you for joining us again for the Courageous Crossroads podcast. Jeff is currently enjoying some time away, so this week, we are bringing to you a replay of a great episode from Courtney  McBath. We will be back next week with more exciting episodes of stories of courage from people all around the world. Thank you for listening and please enjoy the story of courage from Court...

Send us Fan Mail Katie O'Hara is a dynamic leader and recent graduate of the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. Based in the UK, she currently serves in leadership, overseeing the construction of the National Grid project, showcasing her strong leadership and strategic acumen. Katie brings a rich tapestry of experiences and a diverse background to her role, embodying resilience...

Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologetics Email us at info@crossroadsapologetics.org Visit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.org See you in the next episode! Be blessed!

Send us Fan Mail Neeraj Doddamane is the Chief Strategy Officer at ShikshaLokam, an NGO dedicated to empowering leadership development in India’s K-12 education sector. At ShikshaLokam, Neeraj spearheads the organization's growth strategies and manages its national programs and major strategic initiatives, coordinating across multiple teams. Under his leadership, over 570,000 leaders have lau...

Send us Fan Mail Bobby Folsom's journey is one of remarkable transformation. Hailing from Des Moines, his early life was marred by the challenges of drug and alcohol abuse, violence, poverty, and addiction. Surrounded by drugs from a young age, he became entangled in a world of criminal activity. Yet, Bobby's story is one of redemption and renewal. With unflinching honesty and without re...

Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologetics Email us at info@crossroadsapologetics.org Visit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.org See you in the next episode! Be blessed!

Send us Fan Mail John is a founding partner of Midwest Growth Partners, with a rich background in finance. He has been a Managing Director at The PrivateBank (now CIBC) and an investment banker at First National Bank of Omaha. John's expertise in M&A has earned him recognition as one of the top 40 M&A professionals under 40 by The M&A Advisor. He began his entrepreneurial journey...

Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologetics Email us at info@crossroadsapologetics.org Visit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.org See you in the next episode! Be blessed!

Send us Fan Mail William Holmes, also known as "Will Keeps," hails from Chicago, Illinois. His childhood was shattered at the young age of seven when he suffered sexual abuse at the hands of his stepfather. The once safe haven of his home transformed into a place devoid of security and love. This trauma left Will confused, angry, and desperately searching for answers in the years that fo...

Send us Fan Mail      Mamadou Baldé is the esteemed Market Leader and Managing Director for CBRE's Pittsburgh, PA, and West Virginia operations. In his role, he is responsible for overseeing real estate sales and support professionals across Pittsburgh, PA, and Charleston, WV. His strategic management encompasses all Advisory Services lines of business, including Property Management, Advisory...

Send us Fan Mail Sarif Hossain is a distinguished entrepreneur and philanthropist, currently serving as the Owner and Director of Pataka Group of Companies, a conglomerate renowned for its consumer goods, tea, and silk products in India. With a portfolio of prestigious academic credentials, including a PGDip in Organizational Leadership from the University of Oxford and an MSc in Marketing & S...

Send us Fan Mail Wayne Williams is a seasoned entrepreneur and innovative leader in the telecommunications industry, best known for his role as the former CEO of Telect, a leading manufacturer of telecommunications equipment based in Spokane, Washington. With a career spanning over three decades, Wayne has been  instrumental in driving technological advancements and shaping the telecommunications...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Everett Piper is a renowned author, educator, and commentator, best known for his national bestseller "Not a Daycare: The Devastating Consequences of Abandoning Truth." With a distinguished career as the former president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, he elevated the institution to national prominence over his seventeen-year tenure. Dr. Piper is a regular contribut...

Send us Fan Mail Kory Ballard, an Iowa native, is a devoted husband to Lindsay and a proud family man. As the founder of Perficut, a leading lawn care company, and the president of Ballard Incorporated, which caters to the lawn care and landscaping industry, Kory has established himself as a highly successful entrepreneur. Known for his unparalleled work ethic, he has built a remarkable career roo...

Send us Fan Mail Gary is a highly experienced HR leader with a rich background across Ireland and the Middle East. He is deeply passionate about embedding the people agenda at the heart of business strategy. He dedicates his career to ensuring that organizational culture is a central pillar of performance rather than a peripheral concern. Gary's expertise centers on navigating the intricate d...

Send us Fan Mail Kadakwashe Chitanga is a distinguished legal professional, currently serving as the Regional Head of the Legal Department for First Quantum Minerals in the Sub-Saharan region. In his pivotal role, Kadakwashe excels in delivering a broad spectrum of in-house legal services, including corporate advisory, board advisory, as well as tax and human resources consulting. Renowned for his...

Send us Fan Mail Danica Wytcherley and her family of five moved to the Inland NW from Minnesota’s Twin Cities during the height of Covid. She co-lead the mom’s ministry at their former church in downtown Minneapolis for five years and has been a women’s Bible study leader at her local church for the past three years. Two years ago she would have identified herself as a reluctant homeschooler whose...