The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton

Today on the  Built Different Podcast , we’re joined by  Pastor Ed Newton , Lead Pastor of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, Texas, and author of the new book  Why Not You? . Ed’s story is one of prophetic calling, personal struggle, and God’s relentless pursuit. From a prophetic word at a young age to leading a multi-ethnic, multi-generational churc...

On this episode of the  Built Different Podcast , we’re joined by  Josh Rutledge , Vice President of Spiritual Development at Liberty University. Josh is passionate about equipping the next generation to live out authentic faith in a culture that constantly challenges it. From his leadership on campus to his preaching in Convocation and Campus Community, Josh has a unique vantage p...

In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Zach sits down with worship leader, recording artist, and teaching pastor,  Charles Billingsley,  to explore the topics of leadership, calling, and the power of a quiet life. In this power packed conversation, Dr. Zach and Charles begin by reflecting on the upcoming  Refuel Conference : a free, two-day conference at Thomas Road Baptist Church (Oct...

In this powerful conversation with Pastor Jonathan Falwell, we unpacked what it means to lead with integrity, stay grounded in faith, and navigate the pressures of ministry in a world filled with uncertainty. From cultural challenges like rising fear, tragedy, and moral compromise to the immense personal weight pastors carry, Pastor Jonathan reminded us that these days call for courageous, Spirit-...

Pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado joins the Built Different Podcast to talk about his newest book, Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life , which released August 12th and is now available wherever books are sold. We discuss what it means to take every thought captive (2 Corinthians 10:5), renew our minds (Romans 12:2), and dwell on what is true (Philippia...

As Dr. Zach was unable to make the trip to LA due to a family member’s passing, his dear friend and frequent cohost Joshua Broome sat down with marriage coaches  George and Tondra Gregory  in Los Angeles to discuss their new book  The Marriage Game Plan: Developing a Winning Strategy for Marital Success . In this conversation, they unpack how to live o...

Earn It: Building Champions for Christ Through Winning in the Dark with Liberty University Head Football Coach, Jamey Chadwell What does it take to truly shine under the bright lights? In this week’s episode of the Built Different Podcast , Dr. Zach sits down with Liberty University Head Football Coach, Jamey Chadwell, for an authentic conversation on faith, leadership, pressure, and the hid...

In today’s episode of the Built Different Podcast, Zach Bowsher, worship leader at  Thomas Road Baptist Church  and leader in their young adult ministry (TRYA), joins the show to share how worship can be a powerful weapon in life’s wilderness seasons. Together Dr. Zach and Zach discuss how praise can shift our perspective, why quiet time with God in hidden places matters, and...

In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, frequent cohost, Joshua Broome sits down with content creator, entrepreneur, and hip-hop artist  Ruslan KD  to unpack his new book  Godly Ambition: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Time, Talent, and Treasure . In this conversation you’ll learn to understand the difference between selfish and godly ambition, clarify your ident...

In today’s powerful and vulnerable conversation, Drs. Zach & Tim Clinton sit down with Joshua Broome to briefly unpack his incredible testimony which includes a journey from being one of the most recognizable faces in the adult film industry to finding true identity, healing, and purpose in Jesus Christ. Together they discuss the devastating effects of pornography and sexual compulsivity...

In this powerful episode of the  Built Different Podcast , Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with father-and-son evangelists  Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle , the voices behind  Give Me an Answer  and leaders at Grace Community Church in New Canaan, Connecticut. Cliffe, Senior Pastor and founder of  Give Me an Answer , has spent decades engaging skeptics and truth-seekers on college...

She broke records. She earned the accolades. She defied the odds. And she’s just getting started! But Izzie Smulik’s story isn’t just about soccer…it’s about rising through adversity with grit, grace, and an unshakable faith in God’s plan. In this inspiring episode, Dr. ZachClinton sits down with his second cousin, Izzie Smulik, a standout high school soccer st...

What if magic wasn’t just smoke and mirrors, but a doorway into deeper faith? What if curiosity wasn’t something to outgrow, but something to reclaim — even in your walk with Jesus? In this episode, we explore the intersection of illusion, inquiry, and intimacy with God, and how wonder may be one of the most powerful evangelistic tools we’ve overlooked. In this unforgettabl...

In this powerful and personal episode of The Built Different Podcast , Dr. Zach sits down with Meredith Andrews to talk about what it really means to worship through suffering . Known for her anthems of faith and honesty, Meredith opens up about her journey of learning to praise in the valley, not just the victory. Together, Zach and Meredith unpack what it looks like to choose worship as a respon...

In this episode of The Built Different Podcast , Dr. Zach sits down with Zach Windahl , a Bible teacher and the creator of The Brand Sunday , to talk about his brand new book The Bible Simplified . Known for helping people overcome fear and confusion when it comes to Scripture, Zach shares how his own spiritual journey shaped his passion to make the Bible accessible, clear, and transformational fo...

As we celebrate Independence Day and the incredible freedoms we enjoy in the United States, this special 4th of July episode of the Built Different Podcast invites you into a deeper conversation on the freedom that lasts — the kind that goes beyond borders and fireworks and reaches deep into the soul. Today’s guest is best-selling author, Bible teacher, and joy-warrior Margaret Feinber...

In this powerful episode of The Built Different Podcast , host Zach Clinton welcomes Ryan Dobson — speaker, author, son of Dr. James Dobson, and co-founder of REBEL Parenting . Ryan opens up about what it was like growing up in one of America’s most well-known Christian families, the pressure and privilege of following in his father’s footsteps, and how he found his own voice thr...

In this bold and deeply needed conversation, Dr. Zach Clinton and co-host Joshua Broome sit down with Pastor Joby Martin —founding pastor of The Church of Eleven22 and author of the new book Stand Firm and Act Like Men . Together, they unpack the urgent difference between cultural masculinity and biblical manhood, calling men to reject passivity, embrace godly responsibility, and lead with c...

In this heartfelt and hope-filled conversation, Dr. Zach Clinton and co-host Joshua Broome sit down with bestselling author and speaker Justin Whitmel Earley to explore how the habits we form within our households, the friendships we cultivate, and the way we suffer together all serve as sacred ground for spiritual formation. Drawing from his books Habits of the Household , Made for People , and t...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Pastor Tim Timberlake, Senior Pastor of Celebration Church, to delve into the profound topics of legacy, purpose, and resilience. Pastor Tim shares his insights on the importance of expending every ounce of our God-given purpose, stepping up in the face of adversity for our families, and the transformative power of encouraging and serving others. Drawing...

Are you tired of living life scared or following the status quo? Maybe it’s time we remembered what it felt like to believe in ourselves before the world told us who we should be and what we should do. In today’s conversation, we will explore the chasm between the dreams we once had and the reality in which we are now living. Speaking from personal experience, renowned speaker, best-se...

There’s no question that loneliness has become a global epidemic and is now being recognized as the invisible illness of our day and age. And the sad reality is that it’s always the undiagnosed illnesses that are the most dangerous and deadly. Dr. Mark Mayfield defines loneliness as: “The state of being unseen or unnoticed—relationally, emotionally, mentally, physicall...

Keisha Wright is a professional life coach from the Sunshine State of Florida, who like many others, spent her early years doing what she was “supposed” to do. She went to school, became a teacher, wife, and mother, and her life was seemingly normal, until it wasn’t. She went from working in the school system to raising a family and then, all of a sudden, she was faced with trage...

I’ve heard it said that for people who are suicidal, it isn’t that they hate life, it’s that they hate life the way that it is. It’s not even about wanting to end their life, it’s about wanting to end their pain. But sadly, so many find themselves slipping to the point of brokenness where it seems so difficult or at times impossible to see an opportunity for change or...

In the words of today’s guest, none other than President & Chief Visionary Officer of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Renowned Speaker, & Best-Selling Author, Lysa Terkeurst, “The last several years have been the hardest of my life. I know the depths of marital heartbreak, and what it feels like to wrestle through healing. I also know what it feels like to be diagnosed with cancer and...