The Influencers Podcast

Bill High, CEO of The Signatry breaks down the CARES Act and reveals what it means for individuals, small businesses, and churches. He encourages us to take time to understand the provisions and shares how we can take advantage of the benefits. High provides insight, tips, and resources that will help you feel better equipped to navigate this difficult season. Some great tools and opportunities ar...

John Johnson, Assistant Superintendent for the Assemblies of God SoCal Network and a co-founder of CityServe International returns to give us an inside look into the refugee crisis. With over 80% of refugees comprised of women and children, the need is greater than ever before. Today there is a New Exodus taking place as people from Syria, Iran, Somalia, and other countries are fleeing oppression...

John Johnson, Assistant Superintendent for the Assemblies of God SoCal Network and a co-founder of CityServe International joins the podcast to talk about topics that are close to his heart. He oversees the network’s global mission and compassion initiatives and helps the local church to be a pillar in its community. A former missionary and pastor of a multisite church John well understands why it...

Scott Wilson is the senior pastor of Oaks Church in the South Dallas area. He is an author, conference speaker, mentor, and is committed to raising up the next generation of leaders through The Oaks School of Leadership. He sits down with Dave to discuss the part we play in the greater kingdom of God through community engagement, how to authentically walk with people, the difference between vision...

Barry Meguiar, President of Meguiara’s Inc., a company of car care products, and a television host is passionate about Jesus and soul-winning. He joins guest host John Johnson, Assistant Superintendent to the Assemblies of God SoCal Network, to talk about the great commission. Barry shares the story of his family’s business legacy and when he became president how God showed him to love and reach o...

Steve Haas joins Dave to talk about the work of World Vision International with refugees in the Middle East. Steve destroys the myths and gives us a look at the life and challenges faced by today’s refugees. You will be surprised to discover that half of all refugees are children living with their mothers, as many have lost their fathers in the war. For most, their greatest wish is to return to th...

Todd Lamphere, Chief of Staff to Paula White, Senior Advisor to the President for Faith and Opportunity Initiatives, stops by to talk with Dave Donaldson and co-host Wendell Vinson, pastor and CityServe cofounder. In Washington, D.C. Todd works as a liaison for Paula White to the Faith Directors at the various federal agencies. Todd gives an inside perspective on what’s at stake for the faith comm...

Anne Beiler, the founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, is among an elite group of women who have founded national companies in America. She joins the podcast to talk about women in leadership and business, the power of confession, and living an authentic life. In her new book, The Secret Lies Within, she shares with great transparency how out of pain and suffering her purpose was born. Through the da...

Gary Blackard, president of Adult and Teen Challenge discusses the work of faith-based recovery. He addresses the drug crisis in America and how the legalization of certain drugs has increased addictions and its impact on society. He provides alarming statistics and acknowledges that our nation is in trouble and that the problem continues to grow. Yet, even in the midst of addiction, there is hope...

Lynn Johnson joins Dave and his co-host Todd Lamphere, Chief of Staff to Paula White, Senior Advisor to the President for Faith and Opportunity Initiatives, to discuss some of the biggest challenges facing American communities. She addresses the important role faith-based agencies play in providing hope, shares her passion to strengthen families, and for children in the foster care system to find...

Tim Goeglein, Former White House Public Liaison and vice president for External and Government Relations at Focus on the Family in Washington, D.C. talks about faith-based community initiatives and his book “American Restoration.” Launched under President George W. Bush, faith-based community initiatives were created to engage the faith community in partnering with federal, state and local agencie...

Dave Donaldson welcomes guest Doug Wead, World renown Presidential historian, New York Times bestselling author and former adviser to two American Presidents. Doug, a regular guest on national television is known for going to the primary sources in his research and shares his perspective on leaders and the traits that made them succeed. You will be surprised, intrigued, challenged, and encouraged...

In this episode, renowned presidential historian Doug Wead shares stories and insights from his latest book “Inside Trump’s White House.” Given unparalleled access to the President and his children, you will hear never before shared stories of the Trump family in this fascinating and insightful interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.