Unleashed

What do you do when you're in the middle of a season that doesn't make sense? When you've stepped out in faith, but the path forward isn't clear yet? In this episode, Ryan shares the two anchor truths he always comes back to in business transitions, in personal struggle, in the wilderness seasons of life. Rooted in his own story of loss, faith, and God's faithfulness, this is a word for anyone who...

What if saying no was actually an act of faith? In this episode, I sit down with Jevonnah "Lady J" Ellison — author, executive coach, pastor's wife, and founder of the Thrive Collective — for one of the most practical and liberating conversations we've had on Unleashed. Lady J unpacks why your inability to say no may be keeping you from the very things God called you to, and gives you real scripts...

What do you do when you grow up watching someone hear from God and you wonder "Why doesn't He speak to me like that?"   That was Abby Robertson's quiet struggle. Granddaughter of Pat Robertson, the man who started CBN with $3 and a vision that would eventually reach hundreds of millions of people around the world, Abby grew up in a Spirit-filled home, surrounded by miracles and testimonies, and st...

You are not an accident. You are not an extra part. You are God's poem — crafted on purpose, for a purpose. In this episode, Don Ankenbrandt, 210 Project co-author, unpacks the first question Jesus ever asked in His ministry: "What are you seeking?" It's the question underneath every decision you've ever made — and most of us have been answering it in the wrong places. If you've ever felt like you...

In this episode, Ryan shares exciting news about the launch of the very first beta cohort of the 210 Project Unleashed — a six-week program designed to help you get clear on what God has called you to do and then activate into it. Ryan dives deep into the foundational truth that must come before any calling can be fulfilled: knowing you are loved by your Heavenly Father. Drawing from a morning dev...

In this episode, Ryan shares a heartfelt message about the faithfulness of God to provide, guide, and work behind the scenes long before we ever recognize the need. Drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and a powerful reflection by Michael Pink, he encourages listeners to trust that God is ordering their steps even when life feels uncertain. This episode is a reminder to let go of striving, st...

Have you ever found yourself in a mess and thought, “I did this to myself… so now I’m on my own”? In this episode, Ryan shares a powerful encouragement from James 1:5: even when we’ve made mistakes, God does not respond with condemnation or fault-finding. He responds with wisdom, grace, and help. Ryan also talks about the power of our words and why speaking life over our situations matters. From p...

What does it look like to leave it all on the field in your walk with God? In this episode, Ryan shares a powerful encouragement to stop coasting, step out in faith, and pursue everything God has called you to do. With stories, Scripture, and personal reflection, this message will stir you to move past fear and into the life of purpose, impact, and obedience you were created for.

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Mark Pfeifer for a grounded and timely conversation on what it really means to build what God is assigning you to build. In a world full of opportunities, pressure, and constant activity, it can be easy to mistake momentum for mandate. Mark shares wisdom from decades of ministry leadership on how to discern your true assignment, stay in your lane, and build fro...

How do you discern your calling without getting stuck overthinking it? In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Ryan shares a simple, practical approach to discovering what God may be leading you to do. Instead of waiting for perfect clarity, he explains how your passions, burdens, and curiosities can point toward your assignment—and why taking small steps of action often reveals the path forward...

What do you do when God feels slow? In this episode, I share a powerful devotional on “active waiting” — the kind of waiting that’s hopeful, expectant, and rooted in confidence in God’s goodness. We look at the father in the prodigal son story and what it means to scan the horizon with faith. I also open up about our journey through miscarriage, seasons of financial uncertainty, and learning to an...

At 17, a split-second decision at a beach party led to a 10-year prison sentence. One year into that sentence — sitting alone in a dark cell — Steve contemplated ending his life. Then he remembered his grandfather’s words: “If you ever find yourself with your back against the wall… cry out to Jesus.” That night changed everything. In this powerful interview, Steve opens up about prison, identity,...

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Sylvia Hopper shares the dramatic encounter that changed her life forever. Raised outside of the Church, Sylvia spent years practicing occultism, New Age spirituality, and witchcraft — searching for truth in places that ultimately left her empty. In one of the darkest seasons of her life, overwhelmed by shame, guilt, and even suicidal thoughts, she challeng...

What do you do when God asks you to build something that makes no sense—and there’s no visible evidence it will ever work? In this episode, Ryan reflects on the story of Noah, a man who obeyed God in exact detail long before he ever saw a single drop of rain. Noah built for decades with no confirmation, no applause, and no proof—only a word from the Lord. Drawing from Scripture and his own journey...

In this episode of Unleashed, Ryan reacts to a candid conversation between Alex Hormozi and Tony Robbins—where extraordinary success meets an unexpected confession. Alex has built what most people dream of, yet he openly admits something is still missing. Tony offers solid insight rooted in purpose, identity, and contribution—but Ryan takes it a step further, unpacking what Scripture makes clear:...

What if your calling isn’t something you’re waiting to discover—but something God is already inviting you to activate? In this episode of Unleashed, I sit down with Kurt Avery, founder and president of Sawyer Products, to talk about calling, wisdom, and Kingdom impact through business. With a background in Fortune 500 marketing and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management...

New season. New growth. New alignment. In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Ryan is joined by Antonio Thompson for a powerful conversation from an Unleashed Community call about making room for what God wants to do next. As we step into a new year, this episode challenges the habit of always adding more—and instead asks a better question: What needs to be removed for real growth to happen? Fr...

What if your calling isn’t about doing more for God—but becoming who you already are in Him? In this episode of Unleashed, Ryan sits down with Tamra Andress—author, speaker, publisher, and Kingdom entrepreneur—for a powerful conversation about identity, calling, and living from sonship instead of striving. Tamra shares her journey through burnout, betrayal, and radical surrender, and unpacks the d...

In this short but timely episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Ryan shares a personal word of encouragement as we step into a new year together. Drawing from Song of Songs 2:11–13, this episode is for anyone who has felt like they’ve been in a long winter season—waiting for promises, dreams, or callings to finally begin to unfold. It’s a reminder that waiting doesn’t mean forgotten, and that God is br...

This episode is deeply personal. You’ll hear a conversation with my dad that originally aired on the Streams of Income podcast, my first show, and was later played at his funeral. His words are simple, steady, and powerful, shaped by a lifetime of faith, perseverance, and joy in the midst of hardship. As we move out of Christmas and into a new season, this message is a reminder to rest in the Lord...

What if God could use your business to reach people the church can’t? In this episode of Unleashed, Ryan talks with Mike Baer, a pioneer in the Business as Mission (BAM) movement and host of the Business as Mission Podcast. Mike shares his journey from pastoring and church planting to discovering how business can open doors to the unreached—especially in regions closed to traditional missionaries....

In this episode, entrepreneur and Kingdom leader Markus Kaulius takes us on a journey through his powerful story...from a painful, insecure childhood to becoming a confident, Spirit-led businessman. Markus shares the moment God rewrote his identity at 15, the years of building (and eventually selling) his global supplement company, and the lessons he’s learned about hearing God’s voice, following...

In this honest and hope-filled episode, Ryan opens up about his own struggles with traditional goal-setting—and why many believers feel defeated by the pressure to hit every target. Instead of fixating on rigid plans and SMART goals, Ryan shares a freeing approach rooted in intimacy with God, daily obedience, and open-handed surrender. You’ll hear real stories from his own “foundation year,” unexp...

In this episode, Ryan talks with Jason Holland, President of Joshua Nations, about his powerful journey from surrendering career plans to leading a ministry that has launched over 9,000 Bible training centers worldwide. Jason shares how God used hidden seasons, unexpected jobs, and years of preparation to equip him for global impact. He also explains Joshua Nations’ mission to reach unreached and...

In this episode, Ryan interviews Harry T. Jones, entrepreneur, author, and founder of Cultivating Impact. Harry shares his journey through major career transitions, identity loss after selling his company, and how God redirected him into helping leaders build businesses that outlast them. He reveals how a Business as Mission trip sparked a new understanding of faith at work, why every business has...