Foundational Fathers Podcast

Welcome to the Season 5 premiere of the Foundational Fathers Podcast! In this special kickoff episode, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Marcus “The Philippian” Phillips take a look back at the journey so far, share some of their favorite moments from previous seasons, and cast the vision for what lies ahead. As they discuss fatherhood, faith, discipleship, recovery, restoration, and biblical l...

Join Nick "The Mute Bass Player" Sash and Marcus "The Philippian" Phillips for the Season 4 Finale of the Foundational Fathers Podcast as they sit down with Seventh Day Slumber frontman Joseph Rojas. From addiction, brokenness, and near-death experiences to becoming a voice of hope through music and ministry, Joseph shares his powerful testimony of God's redeeming grace. To...

In this engaging interview, author Kevin Creighton discusses his novel Salvation with Host Nick Sash, exploring themes of redemption, responsibility, and authentic masculinity from a Christian perspective. The conversation delves into the importance of living out faith authentically, the role of biblical masculinity, and how God's grace transforms lives. Key Topics Themes of salvation and grac...

This episode explores the pivotal moments that define a man's life, emphasizing honesty, transformation, and biblical masculinity. Featuring Jimmy the Redbeard, the conversation delves into spiritual growth, leadership, and living a purpose-driven life rooted in faith. key topics The significance of the turning point in a man's life The role of honesty and discipleship in transformation Bi...

Join us as we explore Jason Dunn's journey from Christian rock fame to authentic faith and personal rebuilding. Discover insights on faith, identity, and living authentically in the spotlight. What happens when the applause fades, the spotlight dims, and you're forced to confront who you really are? In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick "The Mute Bass Play...

What really happened in Genesis 6? Were the Nephilim simply giants… or evidence of something much darker happening before the flood? In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Marcus the Philippian sit down with author and theologian Josh Kohl to unpack one of the most mysterious and debated passages in all of Scripture. Together they explore the bibl...

What does it look like to follow Jesus in an industry built on performance, pressure, and public perception? In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Marcus the Philippian sit down with actor Victor Mambu to talk about faith, identity, and standing firm in Christ while navigating the world of acting and entertainment. Victor shares his journey into...

In this episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash sits down with Doug Moore to unpack The Vanguard Project - a powerful resource designed to equip fathers and sons to lead with clarity, conviction, and purpose in today’s digital world. From screen time struggles to identity formation, this conversation dives deep into what it means to raise sons and lead familie...

What happens when God interrupts your story and rewrites your identity? In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Brandy and Terrell Scott share a raw and redemptive testimony—from crime, addiction, and brokenness… to covenant, calling, and ministry. This isn’t just a story about change—it’s a story about transformation through Jesus Christ. From prison cells to pulpits, from c...

What does it actually take to move from knowing what’s right… to living it out daily? In this episode, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash sits down with Paul Ahnert—minister, metal enthusiast, and truth-driven voice—to break down the gap between intention and implementation. Together, they challenge men to step beyond passive faith and into disciplined, intentional leadership in their homes, marriag...

What does it look like to move from wanting to lead your family… to actually doing it? In this powerful episode, Nick Sash and Marcus Phillips sit down with Jeff Hamilton from Dad Academy to unpack intentional fatherhood, spiritual leadership, and how dads can build homes marked by faith, confidence, and consistency. From parenting routines to discipleship rhythms, Jeff shares practical wisdom for...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick Sash sits down with viral worship leader Joel Jackson to unpack a story of redemption, transformation, and purpose. From battling unbelief and brokenness to leading millions in worship, Joel shares how God’s grace rewrote his story. This conversation dives deep into identity, mental health, and what it truly means to live intention...

In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Marcus “The Philippian” sit down with legendary Christian music pioneer Scott Wesley Brown to unpack what it truly means to choose calling over career. Scott shares decades of wisdom from a life marked by obedience, sacrifice, and unwavering trust in God’s voice. This conversation challenges the cult...

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...