M5 podcast

Meet Paul Okamura rebroadcast 13.11.2025 22:55 ↓

This is a throwback episode. This was one of our most popular episodes that we had done.  Well worth a listen if you may have missed it the first round, or good for a second listen.

Meet Josh Ashby 06.11.2025 56:32 ↓

This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Josh Ashby. I was deeply inspired by his genuine spirit and the powerful way he’s been guided throughout his life. I’m so grateful to Josh for opening up and sharing his remarkable journey.

Meet Dean Barker 23.10.2025 33:35 ↓

This week, I sat down with our Elders Quorum President. It was a great interview. I was impressed with his sincerity and how easy he was to talk to. I am grateful for his service to the ward. I hope you enjoy the listen. 

Meet Darrell Ward 16.09.2025 45:15 ↓

This week I had the chance to sit down with Brother Ward, one of the newest members of our ward. He shared about his profession and his experiences working in the correctional justice system, offering a powerful perspective on how lives can change. A theme that stood out was how the Lord has guided him to new places at just the right times in his life. It was an inspiring conversation, and I’m gra...

Meet Sally Wise 10.09.2025 45:52 ↓

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sister Wise. She shared stories from her youth and about her sheep-herding father—at first recalling what felt like a flock of 1,000 sheep (though her sister later reminded her it was closer to 100). Either way, the experience left a lasting impression. Sister Wise also gave us a sneak peek into the book she’s currently working on. Tune in for lau...

Meet Karen Strong 05.09.2025 36:26 ↓

In this episode, I got to meet Sister Strong.  She and her husband recently moved into the ward. I really enjoyed the time.

Meet Sister Cliche 14.08.2025 46:52 ↓

In this episode Sister Cliche talks about her conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ, being a Mother and serving others. 

Meet Sister Zaharko 17.07.2025 42:02 ↓

This week Sister Zaharko shares a powerful testimony of faith. It is a great listen.

Meet Blake Harrison 10.07.2025 39:21 ↓

Here is the talk Blake referenced in the interview: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/04/the-devils-throat?lang=eng

Meet Aaron Lasley 29.05.2025 39:12 ↓

This week I sat down with Brother Lasley, and really enjoyed getting to know him. It was a great interview.

Meet Joy Hansen 22.05.2025 31:00 ↓

Here is a link to the article Sister Hansen referenced in the interview. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2009/06/hope-the-misunderstood-sister?lang=eng