Share Life: Stories & Systems To Live Better & Work Smarter — With Jason Scott Montoya

Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast , I'm speaking with Executive Coach at Novus Global, Keynote speaker, and Emcee, Trey McKnight. I recently met Trey at a Voices to Connect speaker showcase conference (Thank you, Jessica Lalley ), and I was impressed by Trey's emceeing job at the event! Trey i...

Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Watch on YouTube here. In this conversation, Benjamin shares his raw and honest journey through burnout, divorce, and rediscovering his faith. Learn how he rebuilt his identity beyond external validation, embraced the power of grief, and now helps others, especially Gen Z, encounter Jesus in a fresh, authentic way. Discover practical insights on finding...

Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch on YouTube here In this episode, I speak with Joe Handley about the concept of 'Changing the Few Who Change the Many.' We explore the origins of this idea, Jesus' unique strategy for leadership development, and the importance of character formation in discipleship. Joe shares insights from his experiences in global missions, emphasizing the need for...

Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch This Episode on YouTube -- This episode is sponsored by Nomad Insurance by SafetyWing. Safety Wing is the digital nomad go-to source for travel medical insurance to provide you with peace of mind as you move around the globe. Welcome to a listen-to-learn episode of the Share Life podcast. I'm Jason Scott Montoya, and today, I'm here with my friends, Jaso...

Episode Type: Inspirational People Click here to watch on Youtube In this  Inspirational People interview  on  the Share Life podcast , I'm speaking with my new friend, writer, director, and storyteller, Salvatore DiSalvatore. Salvatore DiSalvatore, whom I know as Jack, is also a Communications team leader for a parish in Georgia. Jack and I met at  Learnwell Collective 's story lab when I...

Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch this episode on YouTube here. Welcome to  a listen-to-learn episode  of  the Share Life podcast.  In this episode, I'm speaking with  Steve Thomason  about  The Gospel of Luke in the Shadow of Tyranny.  In our chat, we explore the themes of the Gospel of Luke in relation to tyranny and the complexities of political discourse within the church. We discuss the...

Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube here. For nine days  Tariq Cayne  lived amongst Costa Ricans in Puerto Viejo. It was a very refreshing experience that challenged his cultural beliefs that he didn't know he was plagued with. Through this experience, Tariq discovered what gives us strength in humanity; togetherness and the ability to cooperate. Join us for this Share L...

Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch on YouTube here. Right now we're in a societal season where  fear  and  contempt  are consuming many people. I'm a Christian and Republican and these dynamics have utterly taken over my political party. They've taken over many parts of the Christian church. And I want to cast a vision of what a courageous person looks like. It's someone who can sta...

Episode Type: Inspirational People In this Inspirational People interview on the Share Life podcast , I'm speaking with my friend Allison M. Miller. Allison is an author, Biblical counselor, and co-founder of Destined For Glory , a Christian ministry helping survivors Unravel Complex Trauma. In this conversation, Allison shares her profound journey from trauma to healing, discussing the impact...

Episode Type: Respawn & Reflect I recommend you watch this episode instead of listening to it. You can watch it on YouTube here. In this  Respawn & Reflect interview  on  the Share Life podcast , I attempt to have a meaningful conversation with fellow YouTuber and gamer, Tariq Cayne, while we're playing an increasingly difficult video game, in this episode, Project Zomboid. We discuss...

Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview In this  Inspirational People interview  on  the Share Life podcast , I'm speaking with Anthony Mohr. Anthony J. Mohr served for 26 years as a judge on the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. He also sat as a judge pro tem on the California Court of Appeal. In January 2021, he became a fellow at the Advanced Leadership Initiative at...

Episode Type: Book Discussion Watch on YouTube here Welcome to a listen to  a book discussion of the Share Life podcast. In this conversation, I'm speaking with David Koyzis about his new book, Citizenship Without Illusions: A Christian Guide to Political Engagement (affiliate link).  For the video version, notes, and more links, click here. Connect With David Connect with  David  |  Website, ...

Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch on YouTube here. The goal of this free one-hour workshop, led by Jim Karwisch, was to   help participants  understand the concept of projecting onto others, explore how it hinders genuine connection, and develop skills for seeing themselves and others more clearly. "We are not true to one another as facts, seeing each other as we really are; we...

Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch this on YouTube The 2024 presidential election did not pan out the way I hoped. Unfortunately, the nominee of my party won. So, we've got four more years of madness ahead of us. We're all heading into the abyss together.  As the chaos and confusion unfold, I don't want to waste my time obsessing about it (I've got  things to do! ), so I'm defin...

Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Watch on YouTube here. In this  Spontaneous Conversation  on  the Share Life podcast , with Addison Blu Williams, and  Ross Boone,  we dive deep into the power of language — how it shapes perceptions, fuels division, and ultimately affects the way we see and treat others.  From cultural representation in entertainment to the impact of online discourse, this c...

Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Watch on YouTube here >> --- In this  Spontaneous Conversation  on  the Share Life podcast , with Addison Blu Williams, and  Ross Boone,  we explore the challenge of standing against your group, navigating the wilderness alone, and the cost of personal conviction. What happens when you challenge the beliefs of your tribe? Is exile the cost of speaking u...

Episode Type: Listen to Learn Watch this interview on YouTube Summary: In this episode of the Share Life podcast, I interview David Wittenberg about his recent trip to Israel and the historical context surrounding it. David shares insights into his upbringing, Jewish identity, and the significance of his family's connection to Israel. The conversation delves into the complexities of Zionism, the h...

Episode Type: Inspirational People Interview Click here to watch this interview on YouTube >> In this  Inspirational People interview  on  the Share Life podcast , I'm speaking with Theresa Ward. Theresa is a keynote speaker, facilitator, culture and communication coach, and the founder of Fiery Feather which helps organizations get things done and enjoy the journey. In this interview, we di...

Episode Type: Share Life Academy Workshop Watch this workshop here Learn more about this workshop here In this Share Life Academy workshop, narrative coach Jim Karwisch and artistic theologian Ross Boone, alongside host Jason Scott Montoya, dive into practical strategies for success in 2025. Learn how to define your personal vision, overcome obstacles, and stay committed when challenges arise. Exp...

Episode Type: Fireside Chat Watch this video here Read the written blog version here Join me as I outline my ambitious plan to achieve YouTube monetization in 2025. I’m sharing my growth strategies from 241 to 4,000 watch hours, including producing 72 videos in 31 days, leveraging podcast clips, and creating evergreen content. I’ll discuss the challenges of balancing freelancing with content creat...

Episode Type: Fireside Chat - Watch the Video Version Here - Read the blog post here. In this fireside chat, I share my vision for scaling a content creation business into a viable income stream in 2025 and beyond. Drawing from my decade of freelancing success, I outline my strategies for balancing client work and passion projects, setting achievable goals, and leveraging content creation, publish...

Episode Type: Spontaneous Conversation Narratives shape our behavior. This idea is powerfully captured in the 2024 Simpsons Christmas special, O C'Mon All Ye Faithful, which you can watch exclusively on Disney Plus. In this Spontaneous Conversation episode of the Share Life podcast, I'm speaking with narrative life coach, Jim Karwisch and artistic theologian Ross Boone to discuss a few scenes from...

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Episode Type: Listen to Learn Click here for additional resources on this topic . In this episode of the Share Life podcast, Jason Scott Montoya, Ivan Alfaro, and Jim Karwisch explore the concepts of refuge-seeking and emotional resilience. We discuss the implications of refuge-seeking in journalism and society, the importance of healing and reflection, and how regret can lead to personal growth....

Episode Type: Fireside Chat Read this audio blog post here. Who men choose to become and how we shape the next generation of rising leaders shapes the type of world we contribute to building. America, and the church inside it, is facing an identity crisis as we wrestle over who we want to become as Christians and as a country and what story we want to tell through the way of life we embody. We hav...