The Ride of Your Life Podcast

Welcome to ROYL Recap (Sort of) LIVE!Join us as we look back on an incredible weekend at the first-ever ROYL Day at the Parks! From fellowship and fun to unforgettable memories across four different parks, we're celebrating everything that made this event so special. In this (kind of) livestream, we'll be sharing:📊 Event statistics and highlights from all four parks🎟️ Golden Ticket giveaw...

In this week’s Midweek Motivation, we continue in 2 Timothy 3:16 and focus on the word correction. If reproof is the exposure, correction is the restoration. God’s Word doesn’t leave us off track — it realigns us with His will. Correction isn’t rejection — it’s affection. It’s proof that God loves us too much to leave us where we are. Let’s talk 👇• What stood out to you?• How will you apply it th...

In this week’s Midweek Motivation, we pause our study in 2 Timothy to focus on what Jesus teaches us about **true love** — loving God with all our heart and loving others as ourselves. Real faith isn’t rooted in ritual, it’s rooted in **relationship** and lived out through love. 📖 “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind… Thou shalt love t...

In this week’s Midweek Motivation , we continue in 2 Timothy and focus on how Scripture lovingly reproves us—shaping our hearts, renewing our minds, and realigning our lives. Let’s talk 👇 • What stood out to you? • How will you apply it this week? • Is there a verse God’s been placing on your heart lately? Join the conversation and encourage someone today. 📖 “All scripture is given by inspiratio...

Life gets busy, distractions are loud, and sometimes we just need a moment to pause and refocus our hearts. In this week’s Midweek Motivation, we continue our study in 2 Timothy 3:15 by examining the subject of doctrine and its significance to us as believers. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousnes...

Life gets busy, distractions are loud, and sometimes we just need a moment to pause and refocus our hearts. In this week’s Midweek Motivation, we begin a new series in 2 Timothy 3:16 by focusing on the opening words: “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God.” Even this short phrase reminds us that the Bible is more than just a book—it’s God-breathed truth, given for our good and meant to draw...

Today we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas through the reading of Luke 2 —the powerful account of Christ’s birth and discover the true source of hope, life and light that can only be found in and through Jesus. Jesus entered a dark world to bring hope, peace, and salvation for all. Whether you’re listening during the Christmas season or any time of year, our prayer is that this message poin...

Join us for the final episode of the ROYL podcast, where Donnie is joined in the virtual studio by Ryan Subler (who is no stranger to the podcast) to reflect on their incredible journey of bringing the pod to life. From humble beginnings to impactful moments, they share personal stories, spiritual insights, and the evolution of the ROYL ministry. Discover how faith, friendship, and a shared missio...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Michael Graham of The Gravity Group to the virtual studio! In this special 2-part episode, Michael shares his journey from building roller coaster models to engineering some of the most thrilling wooden coasters in the world. Discover how his passion for coasters and faith intertwine, and gain insights into the art and science of coaster de...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Michael Graham of The Gravity Group to the virtual studio! In this special 2-part episode, Michael shares his journey from building roller coaster models to engineering some of the most thrilling wooden coasters in the world. Discover how his passion for coasters and faith intertwine, and gain insights into the art and science of coaster de...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome Beth Runkle, a former military spouse turned military missionary, to the virtual studio to share her inspiring journey of faith and resilience. Beth opens up about the challenges and blessings of military life, her transformative spiritual journey, and the unique ministry she and her husband have developed to support military families. Tune in to discover...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome Kris Werner of Kristopher Werner Designs  to the virtual studio to talk about his journey from high school art classes to creating iconic designs for amusement parks and NASCAR. He opens up about his personal struggles with epilepsy and how his faith has guided him through life's challenges. Kristopher also discusses his passion for music and his role...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we are joined in the virtual studio by Jen Brooks, a passionate speaker and author dedicated to helping believers anchor their identity in Christ. In this episode, Jen shares her personal journey from a troubled past to a life transformed by faith, emphasizing the power of redemption and spiritual growth. Discover practical insights on overcoming identity crises, eng...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome JB Thrills to the virtual studio to discuss his journey of faith and passion for theme parks. Josh shares his personal testimony, the inspiration behind his YouTube channel, and how he integrates his love for Jesus into his content. Dive into a conversation about the future of theme parks, the importance of authenticity in content creation, and the power o...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, Donnie welcomes back Jon Engler to the virtual studio for a rapid-fire conversation filled with wisdom and encouragement. They explore the significance of the cross, the impact of worship across generations, and the importance of finding one's worth in God's word. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that bridges faith, culture, and personal growth Connect wit...

Colossians 3:13 tells us, “Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.” This week on the ROYL Podcast, we are joined in the virtual studio by author Micah E. Davis to discuss the topic of forgiveness and his recent release: Three Strikes, You’re Forgiven. Connect with Micah: linktr.ee/micahedavis amazon.com/st...

Is Theme Park Brandon a Skyline or Gold Star chili guy?! This week on the ROYL Podcast we welcome Theme Park Brandon to the virtual studio to discuss all things Christ, coasters and Cincy. You don’t want to miss a second of this exciting episode! And don’t forget… keep ridin’ coasters! Connect with Brandon: youtube.com/@KeepRidinCoasters themeparkbrandon.com x.com/TPRBrandon facebook.com/TPRBrando...

Did you know that MrBeast has a competition show on Amazon Prime called Beast Games and it experienced a HUGE revival that started with just a few Christian contestants reading their Bibles?! This week on the ROYL Podcast we are joined in the virtual studio by one of those bold contestants, Carmen Jordan (aka “the Jesus girl” from Amazon Prime’s Beast Games)! In this episode, Donnie and Carmen tal...

You asked & we answered! This week on the ROYL Podcast, Donnie is answering the questions submitted to our social media over the past few weeks!  Connect with Donnie: youtube.com/@epicdestinationsvlogs instagram.com/epicdestinationsvlog facebook.com/epicdestinationsvlog Learn more about Spark at The Ark 2026 & purchase your ticket: arkencounter.com/spark Planning your next trip or adventur...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome up-and-coming Christian music artist, Brook Abella, to the virtual studio to discuss the heart and passion behind her music and the stories that inspired the lyrics she sings. Connect with Brook: youtube.com/@brookabella instagram.com/brookabellaofficial tiktok.com/@brookabella facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561035825743 Learn more about Spark at The Ark 20...

If you were given 5 minutes with your favorite celebrity, what would you say to them? This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome Dylan Novak, the Celebrity Evangelist, to the virtual studio to talk about his encounter with some of Hollywood’s famous faces including: Ozzy Osborn, Jerry Lee Lewis, Tom Cruise and so many others. Dylan also encourages and challenges listeners to live out their faith in...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome Grace Walston (Grace Adventures) back to the virtual studio! In this episode, Donnie and Grace talk about all things Jesus, parks, coasters, Easter eggs and more. She also answers YOUR questions from a recent ROYL post! Connect with Grace: youtube.com/@graceadventure_s instagram.com/graceadventure.s tiktok.com/@graceadventure.s Learn more about Spark at Th...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome Josh Nordenbrook (aka THE Coaster Josh) to the virtual studio to talk about faith, coasters, theater and more! Josh also shares with us his passion for reaching the lost for Christ and how he uses his platforms to do just that. Connect with Josh: youtube.com/@TheCoasterJosh instagram.com/thecoasterjosh tiktok.com/@thecoasterjosh Learn more about Spark at T...

This week on the ROYL Podcast, we welcome immersive experiences expert and former Disney Imagineer, Theron Skees, to the virtual studio to talk about all things themed attractions and experiences as well as reflect on the thought of how with God, ALL things work together for our good and for His glory! Connect with Theron: linkedin.com/in/theronskees youtube.com/@TheronSkees creatingmemorableworld...

Welcome to the season 6 premiere of The ROYL Podcast! To kick off this season, we welcome content creator (and coffee connoisseur), Aaron roads of Coasters N Coffee to the virtual studio! In this episode, Donnie and Aaron talk about all things Christ, Coasters and you guessed it... coffee! Aaron also shares the secret to The Grind to Happiness with a special brew he came up with just for the ROYL...