The MakeReady Podcast

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Coach Randy Allen to talk about the kind of impact that doesn't fade with the scoreboard. With over 50 years in the trenches of Texas high school football, Coach Allen has seen wins, losses—and lives changed forever. We dive into what it means to lead with conviction when the world chases hype. From fatherhood and faith to journaling God's...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Deepak Benjamin for a raw, honest conversation about drifting from your purpose—and what it takes to come back. After stepping away from church leadership and chasing success, Deepak hit a wall: burnout, anxiety, even a heart attack. But God wasn’t done with him. From confronting false identities to rediscovering joy in serving, Deepak sha...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Todd Wagner to talk about why men today feel lost, aimless, and unsure of what it really means to lead well. Todd doesn’t hold back—he tackles the root causes of cultural confusion, spiritual apathy, and the collapse of strong male leadership with clarity and conviction. From raising kids with purpose to resisting the lure of worldly succe...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Derek Matthews to unpack the hidden ways men can get trapped living for God without truly living with God. Derek shares the heart behind his ministry, StoryVerse, and how helping people rediscover the true story of Scripture can radically change the way they see God—and themselves. We dive into the false narratives many men carry from thei...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Ron Dodson to talk about what it really means to lead with wisdom, conviction, and heart. From his deep love of story and film to the way he raised his daughters with spiritual intentionality, Ron offers a rich and honest look at biblical masculinity in everyday life. We talk movies, marriage, and method acting—but we also talk about what...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Bill Yuhasz to talk about what’s missing in the lives of so many men—and how to get it back.  Bill shares his heart for helping men come alive to their calling, reconnect with their identity in Christ, and build real brotherhood in a culture that keeps them isolated and passive. From the struggles of church life to the deeper war for a man...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Klint Guerry to explore the power of discipline and the importance of intentional reflection.  Klint shares how recording your life—lessons learned, prayers answered, and moments of clarity—can shape the way you lead, grow, and follow Christ with purpose. From building daily habits to capturing the spiritual milestones that matter, this co...

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Ron Dodson to discuss the urgent need for strong, biblically grounded men in today’s world. From leadership in the home to standing firm in faith amidst cultural opposition, this conversation dives deep into what it means to walk in biblical masculinity. Ron shares personal experiences, wisdom from Scripture, and practical steps for men wh...