Help Me See with Justin Driedger

Exhaustion has a way of disguising itself as purpose. And for a lot of us, being busy has become the proof that we matter. In this episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Calissa Ngozi, mental health expert, professor at Mohawk College, seven-time award-winning international speaker, and author of The Oxygen Mask Mindset: Reclaiming Your Energy in a World that Glorifies Exhaustion....

What if God never meant to be "first on your list"? In this episode of Help Me See, Justin talks with Kevin Shepherd - CEO of Crossroads and YES TV, assistant superintendent in the PAOC's Western Ontario District, long-time pastor, husband and dad about the deeper work of faithfulness, leadership, and possibility. Kevin shares about growing up in a pastor's home with a busy but present dad and a m...

What if the "more" you're sensing isn't ego ... it's obedience? Phil Kniesel, lead pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, shares how God broke his heart for his city, why he set a 1% vision, and how to lead with both audacity and wisdom. From launching prayer nights that grew from 125 to over 1,100 to creating financial buffers that preserved his staff during crisis, Phil shows a path any leader...

What if your story began with "unfortunate"—and God renamed your future? Julius Rwotlonyo shares how he moved from scarcity and limiting labels to leading a 35,000-person, 17-location church and dreaming in decades for a continent. This conversation will stretch your vision for what's possible and show you how to pair courage with wise stewardship. Guest: Julius Rwotlonyo Theme: identity, calling,...

He was kidnapped at 13… and thrown off a cliff for his faith. In this raw and powerful episode of Help Me See , Anees Khan tells the story of how he survived an attempted murder in Pakistan—and how it marked the beginning, not the end, of his life. From waking up on the edge of death to walking into his own funeral, Anees shares what happened when trauma collided with calling. His story is a maste...

What if the thing that frustrates you most is actually pointing you toward your purpose? In this episode of Help Me See, Johnny Henderson shares how discovering his "why" completely changed how he shows up in the world—from comedy clubs and motivational stages to humanitarian leadership in Mexico. Johnny opens up about how one moment of clarity—reading a phrase on the side of a truck—set the tone...

In this compelling episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Brett Esslinger, pastor and author of 'The Hope Habit,' to unpack how to reclaim hope in a world that feels increasingly heavy. Brett shares the powerful backstory of how the unexpected loss of a close friend led to the creation of his book – a practical guide for transforming hope from a fleeting feeling into a daily, inten...

What if the very place you feel trapped in is the exact place you're meant to thrive? In this episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Josh Abcede — a creative, entrepreneur, and faith leader in Niagara Falls who turned his barbershop into a hub for community, art, and connection. Josh opens up about growing up feeling like an outsider, the pivotal moment when he finally embraced his...

Ashley Gee joins Help Me See for one of the most moving conversations we've had yet. At 16, she was told she'd never be a mother—a moment that launched her into a 20-year journey through grief, surrender, spiritual disappointment, and ultimately, possibility. In this raw and honest episode, Ashley unpacks how she rebuilt her mindset, stopped performing for God, and learned what true faith and part...

Chris Driedger was drafted into the NHL at 18. But it took seven years to play a game. He fought through injuries, setbacks, and being overlooked by the very system that once believed in him. In this raw and honest episode of Help Me See, Chris opens up about the moment his career nearly flatlined—and what he did to turn it around. From reinventing his approach to training, to mentally resetting a...

What if the only thing standing between you and your goals is the way you think? In this episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Brady Shearer, CEO of Pro Church Tools, to talk about belief systems, self-doubt, and unlocking possibility. Brady shares how he built a business from the ground up without waiting for permission, the power of calculated delusion, and why most people never...

What if the way you see your relationship is limiting what's possible? In this episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with his wife, Melanie Driedger, for a candid conversation about marriage, mindset, and choosing to see the best in each other—even when it's hard. They open up about the early days of marriage, working together in ministry, what it really takes to thrive as a team, and...

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances—but your mindset? In this powerful episode of Help Me See , host J ustin Driedger sits down with Bill Markham —a world-class communicator and visionary leader —to uncover the limiting beliefs that keep people stuck and how to break free. What You'll Learn: -Why most people never reach their potential (and how to avoid that trap) -...