Ten Talents

"Christians want the same thing transhumanists do. We just believe we're already going to get it." From the BOLD Awards in Barcelona, Keith Koo sits down with Jose Luis Cordeiro - author of "The Death of Death" and one of the world's leading voices on transhumanism - for the companion conversation to this week's Silicon Valley Insider. The SVI episode covered the science of cryonics and the 2045 f...

In this episode of  Ten Talents , host  Keith Koo  sits down with  Larry Hill , founder of Cal Pro Research and the Domos Project, for a deeply personal and reflective conversation about integrity, identity, and calling.   Larry shares his journey from a successful career in technology and business into a season of deep questioning—what he describes as a midlife reck...

In this episode of 10 Talents, host Keith Koo discusses a surprising finding in the AI field: Chinese open source AI models outperforming US models in aligning with Christian values. He clarifies that this does not imply China is becoming more Christian or endorsing authoritarianism. Koo highlights the importance of values, alignment, and stewardship in AI, explaining that these Chinese models hav...

As the new year begins,  Ten Talents  host  Keith Koo  invites listeners to pause and reflect rather than rush into resolutions.   In this episode, Keith explores purpose, faith, and alignment through the lens of stewardship instead of speed. He examines what truly bore fruit over the past year, what efforts were misaligned, and why clarity often requires letting go before...

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✨ FULL VERSION (for website, blog, newsletter, or long-form platforms)   🎙️ Ten Talents: Sir Isaac Newton — Faith and Science Byline:  Keith Koo, Host of  Ten Talents 🌟 Episode Overview Sir Isaac Newton is remembered as the father of modern science — the man who gave us the laws of motion and gravity, reshaped mathematics, and transformed how we see the...

On this episode of  Ten Talents , Keith Koo speaks with Tina Teng-Henson, a sent missionary through  DEO Works , hospice chaplain, full-time parent, and ministry leader whose journey of faith spans prestigious halls and pressing human needs. From serving with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at Harvard to full-time ministry leadership in California churches, Tina shares how her calling...

In this special episode, host Keith Koo engages in a heartfelt conversation with Hooman Khalili, a visionary artist, longtime Bay Area radio personality (over 20 years on “The Sarah and Vinnie Show” on 97.3 KLLC), and the driving force behind the ‘Women, Life, Freedom’ mural project. This series of powerful murals initially took shape in response to the persecution and oppr...

In this solo recap, host Keith Koo revisits the inaugural season of  Ten Talents , spotlighting the show’s guiding vision and core pillars. Upholding our tagline, “Multiplying impact, Adding Value,” Season One reflected how Ten Talents empowers individuals to discover and use their unique gifts to create meaningful change. Ten Talents’ Mission Ten Talents’ vision...

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Welcome to  Ten Talents Media , where we explore how individuals use their God-given gifts to shape the world around them. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Alin Vrancila, President of Jessup Global—the international digital university of Jessup University. Dr. Vrancila’s fascinating journey began in Romania, where his passion for Computer Science merged...

In this inspiring episode of Ten Talents, host Keith welcomes William Norvell, a dynamic leader who co-founded both Forte and Faith Driven Entrepreneur. William unpacks his journey—from discovering his faith in Alabama, to living out that faith amid the innovation-driven culture of Silicon Valley. Throughout the conversation, William underscores one central theme: being your best in every sp...

Join host Keith Koo on this inspirational episode of  Ten Talents  as he sits down with Hermie Smit, Director of Neighborhood and Church Engagement at CityTeam. In this deeply personal conversation, Hermie reveals how his upbringing in a Christian home laid the groundwork for his passion to disciple and be discipled. Unexpectedly, Hermie found himself in construction when he first arrive...

In this Ten Talents conversation, Keith Koo is in conversation with David Lee, whose diverse background spans wealth management, investments and franchising. David opens up about the struggles of scaling any business—from running a successful franchise operation to guiding high-net-worth clients in wealth strategies. He also shares how his faith has been a guiding force, shaping his resilien...

In this enlightening episode of Ten Talents, we sit down with Alan Pratt, a lifelong financial services professional who has dedicated his career to serving clients—and more importantly—serving Christ. He candidly shares how the savings and loan crisis in the 1990s became an unexpected turning point in his spiritual journey, and how today he’s on a mission with The Signatry to te...

In this Christmas edition of  Ten Talents with Keith Koo , Keith takes us along on his family vacation—reminding us that the most impactful spiritual conversations can happen anytime, anywhere. From unexpected encounters on a plane to a simple chat over holiday festivities, Keith shares personal stories that reveal how faith can light up the most ordinary moments. You’ll discover...

Guest: Roland Ellingsen, Executive Director of Tri-Valley Seek and Save Episode Highlights Segment 1: Journey of Faith and Career Roland Ellingsen shares his early years growing up in a Christian home, where faith was present but not fully personal. A transformative moment came during his involvement in youth ministry as a student, where he connected deeply with Christ and discovered his passion f...

Episode Summary: Host Keith Koo talks with Farah Allen about how an early big-box retailer internship opened her eyes to the realities of the glass ceiling, prompting an entrepreneurial leap grounded in faith. Farah shares how her spiritual beliefs guided her through the pitfalls of funding, product pivots, and team-building—ultimately leading to The Labz, a creator-focused platform built ar...

Episode Description In this encouraging episode of the Ten Talents Show, host Keith Koo delves into how faith profoundly impacts professional networking into all areas of life including business, philanthropy and career. Keith shares insights on integrating faith into networking practices to build authentic, meaningful, and purpose-driven connections. Episode Highlights · The Role of Faith in Netw...

In this thought-provoking episode of Ten Talents with Keith Koo, we welcome Christina Lennox, the co-founder of Brownstone, a pioneering shared living community transforming the affordable housing landscape in the San Francisco Bay Area. Christina shares an intimate look into her early faith journey and how it intertwines with her mission to foster communities that not only provide affordable livi...

In this inspiring episode, Keith Koo sits down with Jonathan Fuentes, the Executive Director and Youth Pastor of Oakland's Points of Light non-profit organization. Jonathan shares his remarkable faith journey, starting from his upbringing in a Christian home in Redlands, California. Discover how he felt the divine call to preach at the tender age of 12 and began delivering sermons by 13, showcasin...

Episode Overview: In this inspiring episode of Ten Talents, host Keith Koo sits down with Tyler Wiest, the Operations Manager at CityTeam and Program Lead for the innovative @Work initiative. Tyler opens up about his personal faith journey, growing up in a Catholic home and attending Mission San Jose in Fremont, CA, before becoming agnostic. His journey took an unexpected turn while working for a...

Episode Overview:   In this captivating episode of the Ten Talents Radio Show, we sit down with Yinan Gu, an inspiring entrepreneur hailing from Shanghai, former startup CEO, and current coach at Stanford University. Yinan shares her remarkable story of coming to faith under unexpected circumstances which started in her youth in Shanghai, which has been a journey that transformed her life both per...

Episode Overview:   In this enlightening episode of Ten Talents, we sit down with Jon Talbert, the Chief Guide Officer at Forte, former chaplain to the Oakland A's, San Francisco Giants, and San Jose Earthquakes, and an ordained pastor. Jon shares his unique journey from providing spiritual guidance to professional athletes to empowering organizations with mental wellness solutions.   Segment 1: T...