The One Big Thing with Steve Campbell

In this episode, I'm joined by twin brothers Kaleb and Kyler Cook , filmmakers, storytellers, and founders of Twin Bolt Media. After leaving behind stable careers, cashing out retirement accounts, and stepping into the unknown, the Cook brothers followed God's calling to create Just One More —a powerful film inspired by true stories of addiction, redemption, and the life-changing hope found in Jes...

In this episode of the One Big Thing Podcast , I’m joined by Hyrox World Champion Meg Jacoby. She shares her inspiring journey from Division 1 athlete to dominating competitive fitness—all after turning 30! With a background in running and a passion for strength training, she overcame personal challenges, including becoming a single mom, to redefine her life and pursue her dreams at an elite level...

In this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with Ashley Merrick — cancer survivor, founder of United Capping, wife, mom, and someone whose story deeply challenged and encouraged me. Ashley opens up about the moment she received a breast cancer diagnosis at just 38 years old and how, instead of allowing bitterness to take root, she chose to trust God through one of the hardest seasons...

In this episode, I’m joined by Justin Buonomo, the owner and creator of Journey to Financial Freedom (JFF)—but what we get into goes way beyond money. After coming off one of the hardest and most refining seasons of my life, this conversation hit deep. Justin and I unpack what it really looks like to follow Jesus when things don’t make sense—when suffering shows up, when prayers feel unanswered, a...

This brand new episode is a little different. It's been three months since I've recorded an episode and I felt the need to share my story and what God's done. There’s no guest joining me today—just me, speaking directly to you from the heart. Over the last few months, my family and I walked through one of the hardest and most humbling seasons of our lives. After stepping away from a career I thoug...

This episode marks a brand-new chapter for The One Big Thing . From here on out, every conversation will center on faith — on what Jesus is teaching us in this season of life. I couldn’t think of a better person to start this new direction with than my friend Jake Kauffman . Jake and I go deep on something that every believer eventually faces: the role of suffering and dependence in our walk with...

Join me for an insightful conversation with actress, producer, and writer Nakia Burrise, best known for her role as the Yellow Ranger on Power Rangers. Beyond the world of entertainment, Nakia shares her core values and how her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ guides her decisions, from choosing roles to navigating the unpredictable landscape of Hollywood. Nakia opens up about: Putting God first, fa...

In this episode of The One Big Thing , I had the privilege of sitting down with former MLB pitcher and current high school coach Justin Masterson. You might know him from his days on the mound with the Red Sox, but what really struck me in our conversation was his heart for people and his deep insights on emotional maturity. We talked about what it means to grow—not just as a leader or athlete, bu...

Broadway, Hallmark, Singing, Acting—Laura Osnes Does It All! Laura Osnes is a ray of sunshine and a positive light in this world, and I was honored to have her join me on this episode of One Big Thing . In our conversation, Laura shares her journey from Broadway star to rediscovering her identity beyond her career. We discuss the courage to try new things, the importance of community and connectio...

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Catherine Sutherland—aka Kat—the iconic Pink Power Ranger, for a conversation that moves beyond her pop culture legacy. Kat opens up about turning 50, entering a new chapter as an empty nester, and how digital detoxing, fasting, and reconnecting with her faith helped her rediscover purpose and peace. Together, we explore how to reset unhealthy habits, stay p...

In this episode of The One Big Thing , I sit down with my friend Paul Hassell for one of the deepest and most challenging conversations I’ve had on this show. We talk honestly about discipleship — not as a church buzzword or an occasional coffee meeting, but as a way of life that actually shapes how we follow Jesus. Paul shares how being truly discipled later in life changed everything for him, an...

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Grant Redmond, a youth pastor, husband, father, basketball coach, and someone who carries a deep love for Jesus. Grant and I go to church together, and as I prayed about who to bring into this new season of the show, his name was one of the first the Lord placed on my heart. Grant shares the one big thing Jesus is teaching him right now: grace in the midd...

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Laken Kimsey — a husband, father of three, former ministry leader, and the owner of Laken Lee Creative . Laken has been part of my journey behind the scenes for years, and now I finally get to share his heart, his story, and what Jesus is teaching him in this season. Laken opens up about stepping out of the comfort of a steady salary and into the unk...

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Rachel Hale , a singer/songwriter from Nashville and former American Idol finalist who loves Jesus deeply and is learning how to follow Him with courage in the entertainment world. Rachel opens up about navigating the music industry as a Christian woman — especially the pressure to compromise values around purity, image, and identity. She shares stor...

In this episode of The One Big Thing , I sit down with Neil Broere — pastor, writer, Bible teacher, and former missionary to Iraq — for one of the most profound conversations we’ve had on this show. Neil shares what Jesus has been teaching him in this season: union with Christ . We talk about what it really means to be in Him — not just saved by Him, not just working for Him, but living from a pla...

In this episode of The One Big Thing , I sit down with my friend Andy Mason , founder of Heaven in Business , to talk about what it really means to walk with God — not just at church, but in every part of life. Andy shares his incredible story of hearing God’s call to leave everything behind in New Zealand and start over in the United States. We talk about how to trust God when the next step isn’t...

Rereleasing this episode as it fits the new format. In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I had the opportunity to reconnect with a longtime friend, Kristen Campbell - a collegiate volleyball player turned mentor, nonprofit leader, and now founder of her own business. Kristen opens up about the highs and lows of her journey: from feeling on top of the world in her career, to walking throug...

Special re-release! Ever feel like God has called you to take a massive risk or trust Him in a leap of faith that you may have wrestled with?  This episode is for you! In this thought-provoking episode, I had the honor and privilege of interviewing Shae Bynes, an inspirational storyteller, best-selling author,  and co-founder of Kingdom-Driven Entrepreneur. Shae shares her personal journ...

What happens when success on the outside doesn’t match the peace you crave on the inside? In this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast , I sit down with my friend and powerhouse leader, Keri Ford. Keri works with high-impact leaders, entrepreneurs, and parents to help them rewire their nervous systems, set healthy boundaries, and reclaim presence in a world that constantly demands more. We dive in...

On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast , I sit down with Jabari Davis , former University of Tennessee running back (2001–2004) and the man fans still call The J-Train , Big Juice , and The Gator Killer . While his highlight reels and touchdowns against Florida made him a Tennessee legend, what inspires me most is the work he’s doing now to make an impact far beyond the gridiron. Jabari open...

On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast , I sit down with Elliot Johnson—former Major League Baseball player, father, and leader—to talk about what it really means to live with gratitude and earn the life you want. Elliot shares powerful stories from growing up in a family of six siblings where competition was the norm, his journey to the big leagues, and the lessons he now passes on to his k...

This week on The One Big Thing Podcast , I sit down with my friend Eric Chiofalo — a husband, dad to three little girls, and sports radio host at 105.3 The Fan in Dallas . If you’ve followed my journey, you know how much the Dallas Cowboys have always meant to me because of my dad. So having Eric on — someone I’ve admired from a distance — was really special. But this conversation went far deeper...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Kiltz, the founder and director of CNY Fertility, to talk about faith, mindset, and medicine. Dr. Kiltz’s story is incredible—he went from a tough childhood in Los Angeles, even spending time in a gang, to becoming one of the leading fertility specialists in the country. What stood out to me in our conversation is how he sees hardship not as something to...

This episode is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it ends. I sat down with my friend Morgan Vance, Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, and we talked about something that so many of us face but often feel alone in: what happens after you hit rock bottom? Morgan opens up about walking through a painful divorce, the loneliness that followed, and the moment she fo...

On this episode of The One Big Thing , I had the honor of sitting down with General Stanley McChrystal. You may know him as one of the most respected military leaders of our time, but in our conversation, we focused less on medals and missions and more on the thing that truly defines a life: character . We talked about what it means to be a father, a grandfather, and a human being trying to live o...