The 20 Effect

In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Silvas, a dear friend who had a profound impact on my life in my early 20s and post-grad transition. Now in graduate school for counseling, Amanda has worked closely with clients and developed a research project focused on self-esteem in women in their 20s. We unpack self-esteem during this pivotal season of life and explore why so many of us struggle with the...

In this episode, I’m celebrating a big milestone...one year of The 20 Effect Podcast! This past year has been full of growth, change, and self-reflection. Like many people in their 20s, I’ve experienced what I like to call a 'Quarter-Life Crisis': questioning my path, navigating uncertainty, and learning how to show up and improve just 1% each day. I reflect on the mountaintops and valleys of the...

In this episode, I’m joined by Brian and Cheri Beltramo, two incredible mentors that greatly impacted my life when I lived in Arizona. The Beltramos share their experience of working in Young Adult Ministry and helping guide 20 somethings through their most pivotal years. We explore why as humans, we get so caught up in the worry trap. In today’s fast-paced world, it's easy to become overwhelmed w...

In this episode, I'm joined by KayDianna Mackenzie Davis Garza, a sweet friend and such a truly authentic person. KayDianna and I met through my cousin, Camryn, and were bridesmaids together in her wedding. She shares her story of growing up a dancer and ultimately going on to become a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader for four incredible seasons. We discuss how life doesn’t always unfold the way we expe...

In this episode, I'm talking about a big life update...I moved to Austin, TX! I'm currently going through a big season of change and have been navigating the ups and downs that come with it. The past few months have been filled with incredible blessings, but also moments of doubt, uncertainty, and growing pains. I open up about what this move has looked like for me, what I've learned along the way...

In this episode, I’m joined by two incredible friends, Paityn Frye and Dustin Crenshaw, who are currently engaged and will be getting married next fall. Paityn and Dustin share their story of first meeting at a Fellowship of Christian Athletes event and open up about their journeys through singleness, dating, and engagement. They share what they’ve learned in each season and how those experiences...

In this episode, I’m joined by my roommate, Karrera Nevins, as we record on our last night in the apartment together. While sitting among boxes, we reflect on the past two years of living together. We talk about what it’s been like to go through life in similar seasons, the laughs, late-night talks, and the hard moments that pushed us to grow. We open up about the challenges we faced as roommates,...

In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Schmidt, an incredible mentor in my life and in the lives of so many college students navigating their 20s. Kelly shares her own story of being at a crossroads and having to decide between playing professional basketball overseas or stepping into coaching. At the time, it felt like a “right or wrong” decision, but over the years she’s learned that either path w...

In this episode, I’m joined by Kinsey Vollendorf, one of the coolest, kindest, and most genuine people I know. Kinsey and I met through mutual friends at GCU, and she’s been a big supporter of this podcast since day one. She shares her journey playing softball at the University of Oklahoma, winning a national championship, and then transferring to GCU where she was able to walk out life with amazi...

In this episode, I'm joined by Ariel Thompson, a sweet friend who truly embodies joy, warmth, and light. Ariel and I met through a mutual friend and immediately felt like we had known each other for years. She shares her journey of transitioning out of college softball, stepping into coaching, and now navigating a season of uncertainty while fully trusting God with what’s next. We dive into the be...

In this episode, I’m getting real about one of the biggest transitions in life...graduating college and stepping into the “real world.” I share my own post-grad journey and talk about what it’s really like to be in your 20s trying to figure it all out. If you’re feeling a little lost or unsure of your next step, I want you to know that you're in the right place. I open up about the decisions I’ve...

In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Pekovich, a friend whose story is a true testament to God’s perfect timing. Grace and I first met at a party in college. With our lives never crossing again after that, we never would’ve imagined that five years later, we’d be reunited in the same Bible study! Completely unexpected, but it’s clear God was at work. We dive into what it’s like to carry shame from...

I’m so excited to finally bring this podcast to life, and I couldn’t think of a better way to start than with my friend BK Obi, who actually helped inspire me to start this journey. BK and I met through mutual friends at GCU, and after some time apart, we’re reconnecting to catch up on life, faith, and the lessons we’ve learned in seasons of waiting. BK shares his journey of life after college vol...

Welcome to The 20 Effect Podcast! In this trailer episode, I introduce who I am, share the purpose of this podcast, explain the meaning behind its name, and give you a glimpse of what’s to come. I’m so excited to have you here and hope you’ll stay for the journey! This episode is dedicated to Leo Doyle. An incredible husband, father, grandfather, friend, pastor, and man of God.