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Giovanni Hamilton (Gio the Podcaster) was born and raised in Philadelphia and is a major sports fan! Gio was born with a rare condition called Schwartz-Jampel syndrome and has already had 30 surgeries at age 16. Although Giovanni has encountered numerous trials and difficulties, he is a walking miracle and overflows with positivity and love. Gio hosts his own sports talk show called The Giovanni Show and has dreams of being an NFL reporter.

In this episode, Giovanni shares his story and talks about the challenges he has faced throughout his life. We also talk about how to deal with negativity, overcoming bullying, faith, and football. And yes...Gio talks about some of his epic sports memories including working the NFL combine, having Lucas Oil Stadium all to himself, and hanging with Pat McAfee. Stephen and Gio met during Stephen's time working for the Carson Wentz AO1 Foundation and have been friends ever since. Enjoy this episode!

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A practice of year-end reflection is one of the most impactful habits you can develop. By taking time to recap and reflect the past year, you can avoid bringing the same old struggles into the new year. 

In this episode, Stephen Glasser breaks down his Year-End Reflection Guide and walks you through how to look back, reflect, and go forward with year-end reflection. Make sure you download the FREE year-end reflection guide before you get started!

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Zach Wentz is the Executive Director of the AO1 Foundation, the nonprofit organization he helped launch in 2017 with his brother, NFL Quarterback, Carson Wentz. Zach has helped grow AO1 from a dream in a tree stand to a multi-million dollar organization that is making an impact in the midwest, Philadelphia, and Haiti. Zach is also an avid outdoorsmen and stars in an online outdoor show, Wentz Bros Outdoors. He, his wife Andie, and their three children live in Indianapolis, IN - but will always call North Dakota home. FUN FACT: Zach was Stephen's boss for three years when Stephen served as the Director of Operations & Events for AO1 from 2019-2022. 

In this episode, Zach dives into the story of AO1 and his unconventional journey into non-profit leadership. He talks about his background in sports and education and how it has helped shape him into the leader he is today. He also talks about the challenges he and the AO1 Foundation have faced over the past few years and how he has lead AO1 through rapid growth and intense adversity. Zach embodies servant leadership - eager to serve others and use his powerful leadership style for the good of those around him. Enjoy this episode!

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Terry Parkman is best known for being Stephen's youth pastor... Ok, maybe that is just part of his leadership journey. Terry serves as the founder of Next Generation Leader, a leadership group committed to seeing the next generation of leaders discover their purpose, empowering them to step out into the plan of God for their lives. Terry serves in a variety of leadership roles that revolve around empowering the next generation. He is the Global Co-Chair for Empowered21 NextGen, the Global NextGen Ambassador for  OneHope,  and the NextGen Pastor at River Valley Church in Minneapolis, MN, a multi-site church with locations in the US and abroad. Terry is a sought after speaker around the world! 

In this episode, Terry and Stephen recount some youth ministry shenanigans and dive into a conversation about understanding, identifying, and claiming God's unique calling for your life. Regardless of whether you are in full-time ministry or a stay-at-home parent, you have a God-sized calling on your life and we hope this episode helps you discover it and fully step into it. Terry also unloads some of his vast knowledge of generational trends to better help us understand our current cultural moment and discover our role in seeing God's kingdom advance. Enjoy the episode!

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Steve Jamison serves as the Lead Pastors of Eastridge Church, a dynamic multi-site church with two campuses in the Seattle, Washington area and one in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Prior to pastoring Eastridge Church, Steve served as an evangelist ministering on six continents. Steve has a unique ministry blend, having led Jammin' Against the Darkness, an evangelistic outreach which featured NBA players, award-winning music, and the message of Jesus Christ in premier venues such as Madison Square Garden, The Verizon Center, and T-Mobile Park. He grew up fishing the treacherous waters off the coast of Alaska, which was both thrilling and full of adventure. It was in the thick of these adventures when he heard the voice of God for the first time, calling him into ministry, and realized there’s no greater thrill than discovering God’s calling on your life. He unpacks this and invites us into a deeper life in his new book, The Most Valuable Catch.

In this episode, Steve and Stephen talk about Steve's adventures fishing the treacherous waters off the coast of Alaska where he heard the voice of God for the first time, calling him into ministry. He unpacks some of the valuable lessons he has learned along the way, including realizing there's no greater thrill than discovering God's calling on your life. Enjoy the episode!

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Jason VanRuler is the author of Get Past Your Past: How Facing Your Broken Places Leads to True Connection. He began his career in 2011 and has worked with many populations over the years, ranging from persons who are incarcerated to top CEOs, performers and artists, and just about everyone in between. Jason has extensive experience as a clinician, coach, and speaker and operates a multistate private practice. Jason is known for his ability to relate and connect with his clients and offer hope to those who have felt hopeless. He has an engaged and rapidly growing online audience for his insightful, short videos sharing practical tips for psychological care, self-help, and healthy relationships. 

In this episode, Jason and Stephen talk about all things emotional health, dealing with brokenness, getting past your past, navigating challenges, and prioritizing appropriate vulnerability in order to deepen relationships. This conversation is FULL OF GOLD and I'm excited for you to hear it!

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Bill and Kristi Gaultiere are Drs of Psychology and the Founders of Soul Shepherding, a ministry to help pastors, leaders, churches and all those desiring to thrive with Jesus in emotional and relational health. In their Soul Shepherding Institute retreats and training they offer a certificate for serving as a Spiritual Director. They are also authors of a number of soul care books and resources. They have been speaking and writing about following Jesus in life and ministry since 1987. Their new book Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith, uses the Enneagram to help you grow in emotional health, loving relationships and intimacy with Jesus. 

In this conversation, Stephen and Kristi talk about all things Enneagram. Kristi provides an overview of each Enneagram type as well as their core emotions, stress and security expressions, primary defense mechanisms, soul care practices and so much more. Ultimately, Kristi is passionate about the Enneagram because she believes it is an effective tool for emotional health, empathy, and discipleship.

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Bri McKoy is an accidental home cook, the author of and Come & Eat, and a lover of gathering people around her everyday table. She is the creator of The Everyday Kitchen Masterclass, a five-week online course that teaches people how to become more confident home cooks. She is relatable, funny, engaging and truly helps simplify the art of cooking so everyday people can learn to not just embrace cooking in order to survive, but truly enjoy it! Her very first cook book, The Cook's Book, is available NOW anywhere you buy books!

In this episode, Bri and Stephen talk about Bri's journey from fellow kitchenphobic to a home chef who LOVES cooking. She shares practical advice to help everyday people learn to enjoy the kitchen. We talk about kitchen hacks, must have kitchen tools, go-to Superbowl recipes to impress your friends, meal planning, and more! Bri's passion is helping everyday people become more confident in the kitchen!

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Dustin Nickerson is an in demand comic on the rise originally from Seattle, now living in San Diego. In 2020, he released his debut comedy special Overwhelmed which is currently one of the highest rated specials on Amazon Prime Video. In addition, he’s been featured on Comedy Central and Netflix by Kevin Hart, the Late Late Show with James Corden, Fox, Hulu and can regularly be heard on Sirius Radio XM. Online, his stand-up clips and jokes have received tens of millions of views and his podcast, Don’t Make Me Come Back There, has over a million downloads. He’s also the author of How to be Married be Married to Melissa, an Amazon #1 New Release published by Harper Collins in June 2022. Dustin describes himself as “the world’s most average person” but is far from it when on stage. He brings you into his life through his jokes about the struggles of parenting, marriage, and being generally annoyed by most people. At 38 years old, Dustin has been married for 18 years and has three kids. This helps makes Dustin truly one of the most unique voices in the comedy scene.

In this episode, we talk about navigating faith, marriage, and share a few laughs along the way. Dustin dives into his one-of-a-kind marriage and shares about his fascinating journey into stand-up comedy. Enjoy!

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Tyson Motsenbocker is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and composer from the Pacific Northwest. His audience has come to know him as a brilliant lyricist, unflinchingly honest and an artist who embraces vulnerability above all. He has played for hundreds of thousands of people at famous and historic rooms, including Los Angeles' Wilturn Theatre and Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. In this conversation, Tyson shares about the loss of his mother and his 600-mile journey on foot along the California coastline and what he learned along the way. In this episode, we talk about grief, living beyond your comfort zone, and ultimately rediscovering faith. Enjoy!

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Jami Nato is an author and a serial entrepreneur who has used humor, storytelling, and authenticity to connect with her audience. Early in her marriage, her husband's infidelity rocked her marriage but they have since experienced restoration and live to tell their story. Jami is a testimony of how God can bring purpose out of even our darkest pain. In this conversation, we talk about Jami's start as a blogger on Blogspot, selling her neighbor's rocks back to them, Stephen excessively peeing his pants, and how it all leads to purpose. This episode is full of fun and laughter. Also, Jami is a GREAT FOLLOW on Instagram. Enjoy and don't forget to buy Jami's brand new book, This Must Be the Place.

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Bryce Bakkegard is a Chi Alpha campus missionary at North Dakota State University. He works alongside his wife, Morgan, to pastor, train, and disciple college students as they transition into post-college life. He is the perfect co-host to join Stephen to talk about 5 tips for new college grads:

1. Stay Close to Jesus
2. Find a new rhythm
3. Fight for community
4. Be smart with your money
5. Lean into your life

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Whitney Leedahl is a bi-vocational pastor serving with Chi Alpha (a campus ministry) at NDSU alongside her husband, Nate, who is a pharmacist at Sanford Health. Whitney's genuine kindness, joy, generosity and intentionality is felt by everyone she interacts with. She has mentored hundreds of young women and is an organizational mastermind! 

In this episode Whitney joins Stephen for a conversation about being an initiator. Whitney shares her experiences of post-college life and talks about the importance of initiating workplace friendships, mentorship, financial growth, spiritual development, and so much more. She also shares about how she has overcome timidness in order to be intentional in life, relationships, and ministry. She is one of a kind and you do not want to miss this episode.

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Stephen is joined by Katie Westenberg for a conversation about the cost of distraction, prioritizing what really matters, and focusing on God in our everyday lives. Katie has a deep love for God's Word and is passionate about encouraging people. 

Katie Westenberg is the author of I Choose Brave and contributes to Club 31 Women, the Huffington Post, The Gospel Coalition, and Mothers of Daughters. Katie is passionate about speaking truth and encouraging women to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus. Katie and her husband live with their four children in Washington State.

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Amy Olson is a professional golfer on the LPGA tour. She turned pro in 2013 after her collegiate career at North Dakota State University where she won an NCAA record 20 collegiate events. She is originally from Oxbow, ND and currently resides in Fargo, ND where she is married to Grant Olson - who is a fellow NDSU alumni, currently coaching football for the Bison. Amy's love for Jesus is a driver for everything she does and seeks to make an impact on people wherever she goes. 

In this episode, Amy shares about the ups and downs of her professional career - dealing with disappointment, setbacks, unmet expectations, and tragedy. Amy and Stephen talk about Amy's deep rooted faith and how it affects everything in her life, including navigating a long distance marriage. Amy even shares some simple tips to improve your golf game! Oh, and we finish it off with a big announcement from Amy and a friendly little putt-off!

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Tom Trask serves as the VP of Feed One, a compassion ministry of Convoy of Hope, which currently feeds over 500,000 children in 33 countries. In this episode, Tom talks about his 20+ years of campus ministry - unloading some of his best advice for young adults. He also shares his journey and talks about how God called him to Feed One - a ministry with a mission to curb malnutrition around the world! 

The Going Somewhere Podcast is excited to partner with Feed One. Our goal as a podcast community is to feed 100 children for an entire year! All it takes is $10/month to feed a child for one whole year. You can join us on this journey by visiting feedone.com/goingsomewhere to make a donation today!

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Stephen is joined by Debra Fileta for a conversation about what it takes to change from the inside out. As a licensed professional counselor, Debra has committed her life to helping people find freedom and healing. In this episode we talk about common misconceptions about emotional and mental health, owning your junk, dealing with internal and external noise, and stopping in order to start. 

Debra Fileta is a licensed professional counselor, national speaker, relationship expert, and author of Reset: Powerful Habits to Own Your Thoughts, Understand Your Feelings, and Change Your Life, True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage, Love in Every Season, as well as Are You Really OK? She's also the host of the hotline style Love + Relationships Podcast. Her popular relationship advice blog, TrueLoveDates.com, reaches millions of people with the message that healthy people make healthy relationships. 

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Laurie Polich Short is a popular speaker, author, and part of the teaching team at Ocean Hills Covenant Church in Santa Barbara, California. A graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, Laurie has spoken to more than a half million people at conferences, colleges, churches, and denominational events around the country, and she has been featured on PBS, Focus on the Family, RightNow Media, and more.Be sure to buy Laurie's new book, Faith, Doubt, and God's Mysterious Timing:

In this episode, Laurie shares her powerful story of having an engagement called off at age 43 and the challenges of navigating God's plan for her life when it was so unclear. We talk about how God can turn our pain into purpose and she shares about being married and gaining a step-son. Laurie is a dynamic communicator and this episode was truly a joy to record!

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Hannah Schermerhorn lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is an electrical engineer who has worked in legal, business, and global marketing. Hannah enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Hannah is also the author of a brand new book called A Single Life to Live: Stop Waiting for Your Life to Begin and Thrive Where God Has You Today!

In this episode, Hannah shares her unexpected journey of singleness after calling off her engagement and all God has been teaching her, including the fact that true life doesn't just begin when you get married! We talk about navigating singleness, myths and misunderstandings of singleness, how to deal with pressure from loved ones, and how to better serve and love our single friends.  Hannah is a gem and you are not going to want to miss this episode!

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Sam Griesel is a DI Basketball player at the University of Nebraska. He is the starting point guard for his hometown Huskers - which is a true dream come true. Before playing at Nebraska, Sam starred at NDSU for the Bison, including leading the Bison to a Summit League title in 2020. During the 2022 season, Sam's life changed forever when he suffered a stomach ulcer on an away trip. 

In those moments, Sam encountered God and his life has never been the same. Sam's perspective on life changed as he stepped out of his comfort zone in order to serve and champion others. You're not going to want to miss this one!

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