The Influencers Podcast

How did one couple go from creating picture frames in their garage to becoming the leaders of one of the largest chain stores in America? Hobby Lobby has over 900 stores in 48 states and CEO, David Green, along with Bill High, founder of The Signatry, discuss the unconventional principles leaders can apply to their business, church, or nonprofit. Green offers insight into the “secret sauce” of the...

How do you think your kids would describe the Christmas season? Would their minds immediately go to gifts, food, and family quarrels? Or would they express a genuine understanding and connection to the story of Jesus? Our guest helps make the latter possible. Asheritah Ciuciu, bestselling author, national speaker, and host of the Prayers of REST podcast, joins guest cohost Crissy Cochran to talk a...

How did you feel about how the midterm election went? Faith-filled Americans are needed in our government now more than ever, but why aren't more running for local, state, and federal offices? Terri Hasdorff, author, speaker, consultant, and former congressional candidate, works at the intersection of faith and politics and provides an insider’s perspective on why more Christians are needed in pol...

Is being a "serious" person just a cover? Barnabas Piper, assistant pastor of Immanuel Church of Nashville and cohost of the popular Happy Rant podcast, shares good-natured takedowns of trends and traditions in the church. Piper takes Christian culture and examines and critiques it using humor that causes us to laugh and encourages us to not take ourselves so seriously. He reminds us that joy and...

Are you feeling anxious about this midterm election? Both sides of the aisle, Republicans and Democrats, have been very vocal about all that's at stake on November 8th, 2022. This midterm feels unique coming on the heels of so many important and divisive issues: COVID-19, lockdowns, mandates, Roe v. Wade, Ukraine, and rising inflation to name a few. While some look to this midterm as the chance fo...

Have you ever questioned if your current career path will take you to your ultimate calling and purpose? Jerry Jenkins, author of more than 200 books, 21 NYT Bestsellers, and more than 72 million in cumulative sales, shares the memorable advice he was given as a young man questioning the direction of his life, advice that ultimately led him to a career that spans decades and one beyond his wildest...

As a Christian, do you struggle to talk about the real, hard stuff in life? Blake Guichet, writer and founder of the Crappy Christian Co., and host of the popular podcast Confessions of a Crappy Christian joins Scott Young to talk about why we need to be transparent in the current culture. Guichet believes religious mindsets, fear, or shame are often why we avoid difficult conversations. In those...

Hurricane Ian was one of the deadliest storms to hit the United States this century. The storm's aftermath left thousands in Florida homeless, without power or fresh water, and reeling from loss. Hear from Todd Lamphere, VP of Government Relations with CityServe, and Tamryn Foley, Special Assistant to the CEO & Strategic Partnerships with CityServe, as they provide firsthand reports and share stor...

As the war in Ukraine continues, many families are returning to their homes only to find complete devastation. Dave Donaldson, co-host and co-founder of CityServe International, and Wendell Vinson, pastor, and co-founder of CityServe International join Scott Young to share how CityServe is making a difference on the frontlines through housing, food, and other vital needs. Hear from one family abou...

As the war in Ukraine continues, more people of influence are raising their voices to bring awareness and support to refugees. Dave Donaldson, co-host and co-founder of CityServe International, and Wendell Vinson, pastor, and co-founder of CityServe International join Scott Young to share incredible survivor stories from Ukraine and neighboring countries and how families are coping and rebuilding...

Dads, are you challenged by how to raise a strong daughter amid a culture that is bombarding her with conflicting messages? Dr. Margaret Meeker (Dr. Meg), pediatrician, mother, and best-selling author is the country’s leading authority on parenting, teens, and children’s health with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Meg has been featured on The Today Show , NPR, Oprah Radio,  Fox & Friends , and Da...

Do you believe that where you spend your time and money determines what you worship? Bob Doll, Chief Investment Officer at Crossmark Global, a regular guest and contributor to multiple media outlets such as CNBC, Bloomberg TV, Moneywise, and Fox Business News, brings more than 40 years of experience to the investment process. In Part 2 of our interview with Doll, he drills down into the personal s...

In the midst of financial uncertainty from rising inflation to stock volatility, top investing expert, Bob Doll, joined us to clear the air on what's ahead and how it will affect us personally.  Doll, Chief Investment Officer at Crossmark Global, a regular guest and contributor to multiple media outlets such as CNBC, Bloomberg TV, Moneywise, and Fox Business News, brings more than 40 years of expe...

We know that police officers confront physical danger, endure public disdain, and serve long hours, but have wondered how the stress and trauma that officers are subjected to often impact their spouses and families. The last few years have been especially difficult as law enforcement officers have faced political scrutiny and defunding amidst rising crime rates. Rebecca Lynn, a police wife for mor...

Have you been wondering if we are truly in a recession and how you should prepare? Gil Baumgarten, one of the nation's top financial advisors, Founder, and President of Segment Wealth Management, answers this question and others as he shares how to establish good habits when handling your assets. Hear his perspective on long-term investments both for return and stability, the number one financial...

Imagine if you had an increase in wisdom...how would that change your life? Boyd Bailey, founder of Wisdom Hunters, a ministry whose daily devotional emails help more than 100,000 readers connect with Christ, reminds us that God uses imperfect people to accomplish His perfect will. Bailey shares the importance of being intentional to love and invest in the lives of those that are closest to us and...

Following the striking of Roe v Wade, one state is taking a pro-life stance and creating a model law for other states to follow. Indiana signed into law a new bill that will eliminate 95-99% of abortions while also addressing needed family support due to increased birthrate. Linda Znachko, founder of He Knows Your Name Ministries, recently gave testimony before the Indiana Senate and House and des...

Should the meaning of words we've understood for centuries change? New definitions for words such as truth, recession, gender, assault, woman, and freedom are being assigned in an increasingly divided, "cancel culture." Co-host Scott Young along with guest co-host Crissy Cochran discuss the issue of linguistic theft, the purposeful hijacking of words, changing definitions, and the use of those wor...

What is your immediate reaction when you hear news about leaders on the "other side of the aisle"? Disdain, anger, empathy?  Like President Trump, the Biden Administration has been very polarizing to our Nation, creating trenches of division fueled by mockery and plain hate. We as Christians face a difficult decision as we weigh honor with speaking up against immoral decisions by governors, school...

Honesty moment... would you call yourself a confident leader? Some of the greatest leaders we know have secretly struggled with insecurity, peer pressure, and fear of failure. Glenn Dorsey, an international speaker, author, teacher, mentor, and spiritual father to many, transparently reveals his journey through his own personal struggles in leadership. He encourages any leader experiencing inner t...

Do you have a plan for "the talk" on sex with your kids? If not, others will undoubtedly do it for you in school curriculums, children's TV shows, advertising, and more. Caitlin Zick, co-director of Moral Revolution, discusses our increasingly sexualized culture and the importance of age-appropriate conversations with our kids to help them understand the kind of sexuality that God created and cele...

Are you running to adventure, career goals, or social media attention to solve the pain of unfulfillment and lack of purpose? Ryan George can relate. Snow camping in Antarctica. Surfing in the Arctic. Wing walking over the Pacific Ocean. While these may sound like items on an adrenaline junkie’s bucket list, for George they serve a deeper purpose. He joins co-host Scott Young to talk about how he...

As the highest crowd-funded project of all time, “The Chosen” has become a global phenomenon with episodes watched more than 407 million times. Katherine Warnock, one of the producers, joins guest co-host Crissy Cochran and superfan, to discuss the popularity of the series and the unexpected way it has captivated Gen Z. Warnock admits that while the goal of the show is to help viewers meet Jesus,...

How’s your love life? Can you and your spouse talk openly about sex, or does it create more conflict than unity? Dr. Juli Slattery a clinical psychologist, author, and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, a ministry dedicated to reclaiming God’s design for sexuality, says that when we understand God’s design for sexual purity, it helps us build the framework for addressing issues such as pornography,...

With over six million people in the US diagnosed with Alzheimer’s/Dementia, most of us have someone in our life that has struggled with this disease. Greg O’Brien, award-winning journalist, and bestselling author speaks with Scott Young about his ongoing battle with Alzheimer’s and how his faith, hope, and humor are helping him to weather the storms of the disease. Based on his life, the documenta...