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Conversations with BuddyEp. 158 Connor Laeng - PicknPivot!Connor shares his life, his passion and his faith! “Don’t die without Jesus!” 🙏He is highly disciplined, gets up early and works out 6-7 days a week! His mindset is at a professional level! 💪Avid learner… reads lots of books and devours podcasts for breakfast! 👍For only being 25 years old, he has accomplished a lot… currently working on his masters degree living in Colorado, while finding his way to a career in coaching baseball at the collegiate or possibly the pro level along with starting a brand called picknpivot!To learn more about Co...
2025-08-221h 02Conversations with BuddyEp. 157 Cole Hanes - Faith, finance and the college life!Great podcast with Cole! Getting to hear about his upbringing, mom and dad, girlfriend, college, future plans and his walk with Jesus! 🙏Hanging around young people and hearing about their dreams and desires is amazing and Cole is no exception… He has a great head on his shoulder and a bright future ahead of him! Let’s see what Cole does after graduation from Oregon State University, what career path he takes and if he makes his way to Bali to live! 😎Psalm 118:1-6Give thanks to the Lord, for He is...
2025-08-151h 10Conversations with BuddyEp. 156 Skylar Simpson - Ye of little faith…Skylar and I had a great conversation about his life and the lessons God is teaching him! You will enjoy learning how Skylar has lived his life for God through each phase of his life. From a young kid, high school, college, military and now to a husband and father! He is still learning to have faith and trust in Jesus on a daily basis with all his needs! (PS. We never arrive on this side of heaven!)“And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he...
2025-08-0856 minConversations with BuddyEp. 155 Mike Murphy - For His glory!Desiring to win at anything always costs something… what was the cost of becoming a 2 time high school wrestling state champion? Les Schwab career? And now, finding purpose after retirement? How is God still working out HIS plan in Mike’s life? Mike shares his life… high school and college wrestling, his amazing wife, kids, grand kids, a 30+ year career with Les Schwab and his faith in Jesus! Everyone wants to win at something, but it’s rare to win at everything! With that said, wanting to win in one area of your life will...
2025-08-011h 13Conversations with BuddyEp. 154 JD Shinn - Foundation to Fruitfulness!JD Shinn and I did 3 podcasts together in one day. It was awesome and this was the first of the 3! 👍In this podcast, JD and I talk about his personal podcast, “Christianese with JD Shinn”! If you want to have a conversation on what it means to be a Christ follower, this podcast is for you! Labeling yourself as a Christian does not save you, UNLESS you have accepted Jesus as your Savior like what you read in Romans 10:9-10… “that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart t...
2025-07-251h 00Conversations with BuddyEp. 153 Mike Peterson (Part 2) - “Wanted Turmoil”: Why Embracing Discomfort Can Be God’s Greatest Gift!This podcast episode, Mike shares the difficulties or challenges in the different seasons of life. We also talk about God given gifts and how he thinks he is gifted! Mike is a first class marketing/business owner! He realizes the value in coaching people and also being coached. He is a continual learner, which shows his humility! He cares about his family and also the clients he works with! Creativity is his strength. For more information about Mike and Hite Digital, go to: https://mikegpeterson.com/If you missed his first epi...
2025-07-1852 minConversations with BuddyEp. 152 Kary Hadden - Faith over Fear!In this podcast, Kary shares his life as a coach! Coaching is a gift and a calling he has been given… knowing that early on, watching his dad coach sports, that he had a desire to be around athletes with his dad, and one day become a leader and a coach! Like father, like son! 🙌To be given a National Hall of Fame award as a wrestling coach, is truly amazing! Well done, Coach Kary!!! 💪The impact a coach can have on his student athletes can be life changing to them in their...
2025-07-111h 11Conversations with BuddyEp. 151 Kyle Greeley - Between the buzzer and real life!Kyle is an incredible human being! He has compassion for life, talent for basketball, love for family and faith in Jesus! Growing up in Salem, playing basketball in high school, D1 in College and now a professional player in Spain! Living out his childhood dream! 🏀 Being away from family this past year helped him grow to depend more on his faith in Jesus and close friends who help him stay sharpened! With all this freedom now comes a higher responsibility! 🙏I love some of his quotes:“If you’re not early, you are late!”
2025-07-041h 01Conversations with BuddyEp. 150 Ashley and T. G. Brown - Who would you go to war with?A must listen… In this episode, we have our very first husband and wife on here sharing their life… Ashley and T.G. are honest and transparent about how they have agreed to do life and interact with each other.They are super respectful and intentional about their marriage! Making their priorities focused on family and fun! Ashley is a marriage and family counselor and T.G. is a detective…. They share how this has helped them in their marriage! T.G. is an author as well. To order his newest book, “Cut Them Down”...
2025-06-271h 01Conversations with BuddyEp. 149 Kevin Stone - Ripples in the pond!In this episode, Kevin talks about the “ripples in the pond” being the good or bad decisions we make that affect everything and everyone around you!Kevin talks about growing up in Salem, family life, marriage, kids, grand kids, ministry, building homes and next chapters! This will challenge you to show up better in your life as a man of God, husband, father, friend, brother and mentor!To connect with Kevin and/or talk about building a home, go to: https://www.stonecustomhomes.com/“But seek first His kingdom and His righte...
2025-06-201h 05Conversations with BuddyEp. 148 Rob Saffeels (Part 2) - Learning how to be authentic!This episode with Rob is part 2. If you missed part 1, go back and listen to it as well. Rob knows the Gospel and has for most of his life, and admits that he struggles to continuously follow Jesus daily by surrendering to Him… we all do at times in our lives! Learning to live the authentic Christ centered life, the way God designed us, provides joy and peace… if we live out the calling God has on our life!When we don’t live out the life God has called us too, like Jonah, w...
2025-06-1352 minConversations with BuddyEp. 147 Ryan Rasmussen - Reframing your past!In this episode, Ryan shares his life… Growing up in Oregon, working with his dad in the family business, learning how to “work hard and play hard”, raising kids and the calling to minister to people on mission trips…. being willing to traveling far and wide to serve people they are going through hard times! Life on this side of heaven is not perfect, but God uses each one of us that say yes to HIS calling and Ryan is that guy that continues to faithfully do what God has called him to do! “For I delivered...
2025-06-0656 minConversations with BuddyEp. 146 Rick Bruggeman and Samuel Medina - Hispanic church planting!This episode with Rick and Sam was great! The calling of God to be a preacher is just that! To obey God is to pray, trust and do what He has called each one of us to do! The conviction that Rick has toward his faith in Jesus, his love for his family and the calling God has on his life is incredible to see! The trust that Sam has put in God to move himself, his wife and 3 kiddos to Oregon and be a part of the Hispanic Church planting alongside Rick shows incredible fai...
2025-05-301h 02Conversations with BuddyEp. 145 Buddy Puckett - The abundant life!Yes, this is my podcast, but my friend, Nick McWilliams, asked if he could interview me on the podcast! Of course, I am an open book and want people to see and know the real me… the good and the bad! To be authentic and transparent about my faith in Christ is what really matters! I hope you enjoy this episode! 🙏“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came so that they would have life, and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down...
2025-05-231h 03Conversations with BuddyEp. 144 Todd Zieg - Jesus is the true narrative!Adopted at birth… Todd shares the joys and also the pains of being adopted! Wondering if he was really loved!He also shares his journey to faith, marriage, family, servanthood and also the loss that occurs with divorce.God is still on the throne of Todd’s life and you will see redemption in his story! To connect with Todd, and learn more about his story, you can reach him at (971) 304-9284 or email at ttzieg@gmail.com.“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in bel...
2025-05-161h 10Conversations with BuddyEp. 143 Andy Gadach - They know my name!Andy is a great man of God who deeply loves Jesus, his wife and kids! Pay attention to a man who has his priorities in place! 🙏“Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” 2 Cor. 5:17He’s also a first born who is entrepreneurial with goals of building wealth through real estate. 🙌God created all of us in HIS image! 🙏 God has so much creativity and the fact that we were made in HIS image is nothing short of amazing! Andy’s pass...
2025-05-091h 09Conversations with BuddyEp. 142 Mark Charlton - Strength in vulnerability!Mark shares his life from really bad decisions that left him feeling empty! The world promises much, but always delivers less than what God promises! We are all ONE decision away from doing something that isn’t God’s best! But, thankful for the grace of God that is always available to each one of us! Listen to Mark’s transparent and authentic story that causes him to make some drastic changes in his life! We all have something that needs to be shared and redeemed… To be set free by addiction we must bring...
2025-05-021h 16Conversations with BuddyEp. 141 Mike Adams - Feed My People!Great podcast with Mike! Anyone who has lived long enough knows that life will have its challenges, which he shares in this episode! Mike had a great upbringing with wonderful parents and siblings, but that does not translate into smooth sailing with no problems in life! He is transparent and authentic and shares the ups and downs he has faced and remains positive about where God has him at… 🙏🙏🙏“Feed My People” is something Mike heard early on from the Lord and he has since opened up several restaurants and catering food trucks to obviously make...
2025-04-251h 13Conversations with BuddyEp. 140 Craig Holt - Not Worthy but thankful, grace based Christianity!Craig and I have a great friendship and it was awesome to have him on the podcast to share his journey of faith, marriage, kids, grandkids and discipleship!He’s an all in kind of guy! If you want to be challenged, meet up with Craig! He will encourage you in ways you may not have thought of and there will also be some Biblical exhortation! Through our bi-weekly coffee meetings at Starbucks over the past couple of years, I have learned that we can mentor guys to be better husbands, fathers and disc...
2025-04-181h 01Conversations with BuddyEp. 139 Phillip Wade - An interview with an Oregon FilmmakerPhillip and I had a great conversation and I really appreciate his transparency! His conviction about his faith, family, filmmaking and more were the topics we covered! His main passion is filmmaking and he is the co-founder/producer at Ambition Pictures. Mt. Adam’s is a sci-fi film he was a part of a few years ago and they have a new film that is close to being done. Check out the full podcast episode to hear more! Reach out to him if you want to learn more about filmmaking… His contact info is: 971-273-91...
2025-04-1152 minConversations with BuddyEp. 138 Rian Rasubala - Enjoying Sabbath and Blessing Your Kids!Rian is a long time Jesus follower, but is vulnerable enough in this episode to share an addiction he had and how he overcame it. Listen to the podcast to hear the full story! He’s also a husband and a father with a deep conviction to love his wife and bless his children! His passion is around men’s ministry. He works for Salem Leadership Foundation and also involved in several Bible studies. To connect with Rian, go to: https://www.salemlf.org/staff/#Jesusfollower #faith #familyman #SLF #rainfest #mensdiscipleship ...
2025-04-0458 minConversations with BuddyEp. 137 David Brown - Men! Pay Attention!David Brown in not just a guy I know, but a longtime friend of 45+ years! He shares his upbringing, growing up Catholic… and the feeling something was missing as a young man! But in 1984, he gave his life to Jesus Christ! “Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17As David talks about in the podcast, knowing and accepting Jesus as your Savior, does not mean you never sin anymore… but it does mean you can humbly come to the throne of Grace and confess your sins and thank God for HIS forgiveness and incredible...
2025-03-281h 23Conversations with BuddyEp. 136 Jaffet Jefferson (Part 2) - Three sentences to reframe reality!Jaffet and I have enjoyed deep conversations and this episode will prove to be no different. He’s a deep thinker, similar to Jordan Peterson, with lots of questions about life, consciousness and walking in God’s truth! He admits that he struggles with this stuff… just like the rest of us! 🙏The hope is that this will encourage you, the listener, to walk through Jaffet’s “Three sentence framework” to simply get you back on track to following God and being an obedient Christ follower that benefits you, your family, your community and the world! 1. F...
2025-03-2157 minConversations with BuddyEp. 135 Arjay Mendiola - You belong!Arjay talks about life… being adopted, his track and field identity and his view of God before and after accepting Jesus Christ as his Savior!Life without Christ and feeling like he did not belong led to confusion and ultimately an attempt at suicide. Arjay was very open and transparent about his personal life… reach out to him through social media and hear his story! The Good News… God continues to pursue each one of us, not wanting anyone to perish, but to have eternal life with Him in heaven! The encourag...
2025-03-141h 11Conversations with BuddyEp. 134 Matt Miller (Part 2) - Listen to the Spirit!This is a great podcast with Matthew! This is part 2 of his journey in this life! Make sure and go back to also listen to our first conversation in Episode 97. Learning to lean on the Holy Spirit who desires to produce fruit in each of our lives is the topic of our conversation! Question…. • How is God working in your life? • Have you accepted the free gift of ETERNAL LIFE that only Jesus Christ can provide? • Will you trust in HIM today and begin to follow HIM for the rest of your life...
2025-03-071h 03Conversations with BuddyEp. 133 Zak Stone - Never give up even if your arm is almost ripped off!Zak shares his life growing up with awesome parents, his amazing marriage, awesome kids, outdoors, hunting, wakeboarding, photography and so much more! Referred by a mutual friend, Billy Botieff…. 🙌A near death experience while down in Florida became a wake up call for Zak…Make every day count! You never know when it’s your last one!!! Reach out to Zak and consider hiring him for your photography needs… go to: http://www.zakstonephotography.com/For more Zak Stone YouTube footage:https://youtube.com/@zakstone9821?si=ahhc-NISE9YdmVOMWake sk...
2025-02-2851 minConversations with BuddyEp. 132 Gary Wallace - Concern for the body of Christ!Gary shares his life, marriage, kids, ministry and being semi-retired… Concern for the body of Christ:Easy believismFalse teachingLack of discernmentLack of knowledge. Romans 6:6-11 dead to sin, alive to God2 Corinthians 5:17-21 reconciled to be ambassadors Christ... Colossians 2:6-9 firmly rooted with gratitudeEphesians 4:11-16 no longer children tossed by false doctrine, Christian maturity, building up of the body.Interests: Gospel MusicJesus movement era or what some would call early Christian rockClassic Rock. Most an...
2025-02-211h 01Conversations with BuddyEp. 131 Brandon McElroy - Unfortunate beginnings don’t define you!Great conversation with Brandon! Growing up without his real dad in the house and his deep desire to have a father figure in his life… he did grow up with a younger brother and a loving mom! Thank God for moms! God does provide opportunities and in this episode you will hear how his Grandpa also played a major role in his life! I appreciate the transparency Brandon has in this episode. Though it all, he’s not bitter or angry, but grateful… Maybe God was the Father figure all along?Brandon is a husband...
2025-02-1457 minConversations with BuddyEp. 130 Cary Solmi - To Lean on God!Cary shares his life growing up with a great family in Southern Oregon and without the hope of Jesus… but God was calling him all along like He does all of us and eventually came to faith in his late 20’s!His story is profound because God is always putting someone in our life to share the Good News of Jesus! Listen to Cary’s story to hear who God was using to lead him to a relationship with Christ. (Who is God using in your life to share the Good News?)Connect with Ca...
2025-02-071h 04Conversations with BuddyBonus Episode: Chris Harper - Unleashing a Better Manhood!Special Event: The 3rd Annual Pacific Northwest Men’s Conference “Unleashing a Better Manhood” is coming to Salem, Oregon on Feb. 22, 2025 at the Salem Convention Center! If you could figure out how to improve your walk with Jesus, your marriage and all that life throws at you, would you come to a ONE day event to learn what those principles are? The Challenge: click on the link below and sign up for a full day with Chris Harper and the BetterMan crew… Godly men who are “Disciple-Makers”! Bring a friend with you! http://pnwconference.c...
2025-02-0127 minConversations with BuddyEp. 129 Spenser EvanKo - Beyond the bars!Spenser shares his life growing up in a Mormon home and what he eventually came to believe at 8 years old!“Beyond The Bars” is his life after leaving a career as a correctional officer… but, it’s actually more of a metaphor for life before accepting Christ as his personal Savior and what life is like now as a Christ follower and the freedom he now has! “It was for freedom that Christ set us free.” Galatians 5:1We all want this thing called freedom, but it’s only found in a relationship with Christ! ...
2025-01-311h 04Conversations with BuddyEp. 128 David Korniyenko - Entrepreneurship Leads to Opportunities in Life!David shares his personal story, from learning how to begin making money at 8 years old to becoming a full blown entrepreneur… Real Estate career started at 18, while becoming a 2nd Generation Builder, Coach, Mentor and much more!Most importantly, he is a follower of Jesus, married to a wonderful wife and they have 4 kids… Family is his driving force! Get to know David! You can connect with David by going to: https://poweredbyground.com/#Jesusfollower #builder #poweredbyground #realestate _ _ _For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@Budd...
2025-01-2450 minConversations with BuddyEp. 127 Will Cabanilla - My GOD is real and I can feel HIM in my soul! 🙏I love having conversations like I had with my Filipino brother, Will… fully transparent with all of life’s challenges, mistakes, but also the victory he has through his Savior, Jesus Christ! 🙏Will is a father, general contractor, golfer, fisherman, cook, evangelist, brother and so many other cool things! He’s a one of a kind guy that you will love! Will’s quote, “HE came to my rescue!”If you want to connect with Will, text or call him on his cell at 503-979-2605! He goes by Will, William or his close friends mig...
2025-01-171h 11Conversations with BuddyEp. 126 Sadie and Melissa - Sweet and Sour with Sadie!Sadie and Melissa (daughter and mom) bring a lot of joy to this podcast! We get to uncover what a 10 year perspective looks like in the modern world... Sadie’s relationship with her mom and how they communicate with open conversation.From private school to public school, social media, YouTube, podcasts and friends who are a part of her life! You will enjoy seeing life from Sadie’s viewpoint! She has a new podcast coming out soon called “Sweet and Sour”, so be on the lookout! _ _ _For mo...
2025-01-1051 minConversations with BuddyEp. 125 Chris Mckeown - The Quali-T difference with TRT!Happy New Years!!! 🎆The podcast with Chris is all about men’s health, specifically, TRT (testosterone replacement therapy)! Chris does a great job explaining the challenges men face in the area of low testosterone as well as how to improve the levels for optimal health and life benefits! Side note, Chris is a married man, outdoor enthusiast who also loves to archery hunt and also shared that he and his wife have a baby on the way… congrats! For more info about TRT (testosterone replacement therapy), go to: https://quali-tmenshealth.com/trt...
2025-01-0348 minConversations with BuddyEp. 124 Kevin Coriano - Rivers and Deserts… God is with us!Kevin is a really cool guy… great family man, kind, caring and is a believer in Jesus! He grew up in Alaska, graduated college from Corban (undergrad) and George Fox (PT school), has been married for 10 years, has 3 boys and is an Orthopedic PT!He is a guy who loves to challenge himself through endurance running. If you want a challenge, follow Kevin on social media to see what he is up to! Check out Isaiah 43 to learn more about rivers and deserts! “The comfort crisis”“Milestone moments”“Counting your blessing...
2024-12-2750 minConversations with BuddyEp. 123 John Werst - Transformed by the Gospel!John is a man of God who has a heart for sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and then discipling men! He’s been married for a long time and is a family man!Goes along with these two Bible verses: “And He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature’.” Mark 16:15“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit; teaching them to observe all things that I have command...
2024-12-201h 01Conversations with BuddyEp. 122 Rob Saffeels - Meant to live!The conversation with Rob was great! Learning about how life, marriage and fatherhood has positively impacted his life! I saw him get really emotional when sharing parts of his testimony! Understand that God allows us FREE WILL to make our own decisions, which most often brings unwanted pain… These challenging and painful times in our life are often the catalyst of CHANGE! Pain can be a great teacher and can usher in some much needed humility! Humility has a purpose… to bring us to a point where we realize our need for a Sa...
2024-12-131h 07Conversations with BuddyEp. 121 Conner Locke - No Dead Ends!Conversations with Buddy is an opportunity for people to share their story, the trials and tribulations along with the victories and how God is winning in their life! If you want to share your story or refer someone to share theirs, text me at 503-851-8031_ _ _Conner shares his life as a husband, a parent, along with his work and ministry! One thing we need to learn about marriage is that, marriage is designed to keep us humble and fully dependent upon the Lord! Which is why Conner says.. “A Conner ne...
2024-12-0644 minConversations with BuddyEp. 120 Madiba Thompson - The abundance of God is more than just money!Conversations with Buddy is an opportunity for people to share their story, the trials and tribulations along with the victories and how God is winning in their life! If you want to share your story or refer someone to share theirs, text me at 503-851-8031_ _ _The conversation with Madiba was deep! The scope and the meaning of life… Knowing God and living for God! We all have specific gifts given by God Himself and the question Madiba unpacks is… how are you allowing God to be in your life and to us...
2024-11-2957 minConversations with BuddyEp. 76 Jordan Hill - Living life with intentional purpose!Jordan shares her life journey, which includes the ups and downs, trials and tribulations. Her growth, persistence and faith are remarkable! 🙏Marriage, 4 kids, 3 ministries and the Hilltop Property Group! She’s kind, productive and… competitive! 🙌The title: “Living life with intentional purpose!” To connect with Jordan, you can reach her on Instagram at: @jordanhillrealestate Hit the DOWNLOAD button when this one comes out and SUBSCRIBE to listen to more great stories today!Click here to SUBSCRIBE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-buddy/id1638442457?i=1000575179111#ConversationsWithBuddy#Jesusfollower...
2024-01-1955 minConversations with BuddyEp. 75 Scott Bigler - Faith through tragedy.The podcast with Scott was heavy, authentic and honoring! We all live life in this world and there are no guarantees as to what happens…The title: “Faith through tragedy!” To hear more, click here to SUBSCRIBE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-buddy/id1638442457?i=1000575179111#ConversationsWithBuddy#familymatters #Jesusfollower#authenticliving#relationshipsmatter
2024-01-121h 06Conversations with BuddyEp. 65 Aaron Qualls - Building a Winner’s Mindset!🎙️“Conversations with Buddy”🎙️ Aaron talks about the challenges and disciplines of “Building a winners mindset”! Completing 75 Hard changes you and he proudly wears the shirt he earned! Subscribe and download this ONE on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite platform by clicking on the link below…https://conversationswithbuddy.transistor.fm/subscribe#ConversationsWithBuddy#disciplineandcommittment#75hardcompleter#girldad#relationshipsmatter
2023-11-0348 minConversations with BuddyEp. 64 Jennifer Jacobs - Zero LimitsJennifer has an incredible story and shares her life’s journey. The thing I love most and reminded of often is that… you never really know people until you spend time with them and hear their story!This is a story that will impact and change you! 🙏🙏 Faith, Family & Fortitude! 🙏🙏For Jennifer, it came down to ONE question that she asked herself to DECIDE to change directions on what she would begin to FOCUS on. What was the question she asked, you’re wondering? Well, you’ll just have to listen and find out...
2023-10-2751 minConversations with BuddyEp. 63 Jack McAllister - The Gen Z-er LifeJack shares his life from growing up as a kid in Salem to adulting as a married Gen Z-er! 🙌He is a guy who lives with purpose, loves his wife and he is also learning to lean on God when the struggles of life get difficult!What makes Jack who he is? Well, take a listen to this episode and find out what matters to him and how he lives authentically in todays culture! If you would like to be a guest on “Conversations with Buddy” to share your story or know some who would...
2023-10-2045 minConversations with BuddyEp. 62 Phil Hyre - Tattoos, Cold Plunges and Hard WorkPhil shares life as a CODA (Child of deaf adults). It made life more challenging growing up! Not being allowed to play sports during the early years of life began to fuel his fire.While a tough upbringing, one of the positive lessons Phil learned from his dad and mom was to be committed to hard work! So, Phil has done almost any job you can imagine… from farming, being a lineman to a real estate broker!More importantly, he has been married to Tara Hyre for 23 years, has 3 daughters, 3 grandchildren and 2 on the...
2023-10-131h 09Conversations with BuddyEp. 61 Fausto Ramos - From Struggles to Servant LeadershipFausto shares his life story from a kid growing up in Salem/Keizer, being influenced by his older brother with drugs and alcohol. Soccer and breakdancing is what he ultimately loved doing, but amazing how some influences can cause you to make bad choices. These choices did land him in jail for a short time..But then he met a guy, Tim Davis, who had a profound effect on him (positive influence) by simply asking some questions. Fausto began being mentored by Tim and 10 years later he lives a different life.Sto...
2023-10-0659 minConversations with BuddyEp. 60 Lori Haraldsen - The Girl With MoxieLori shares her life growing up as a PK (pastor's kid). She is bold, courageous, convicted and has “Moxie”! She admits life has not been easy, but that is also why it makes it worthwhile to stay in the fight! Turn a challenge into an opportunity! She has traveled the world, loves marketing, entrepreneurship and serving people with her whole heart! Take the time to listen to her story and then connect with her to find out how she can help you with your business. You can connect with her on Facebook...
2023-09-2942 minConversations with BuddyEp. 59 Terry Markey - Stay In The FightTerry shares what life was like as a kid, going into the Army, marrying his wife and everything in between. His passion is ministry! Sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ! He recently spent 3 months going through a course with YWAM here in Salem to continually learn what God has in store for him and the people he connects with! Terry’s desire and passion is that people get involved with ministry and do the work God has called them to do! To reach out to Terry, you can email him at ter...
2023-09-2246 minConversations with BuddyEp. 58 Jeff Laeng - Never Miss A Day!Jeff shares his life from an early age in Southern California before moving to Oregon! Surfing with his friends before school and early morning golf with his grandfather! 🏌️♂️⛳️Being impacted by his grandfather helped Jeff create early morning disciplines that start around 4:10am!If you want some motivation around time in the Word, your workout, food to eat and the joy of being alive, check out Jeff’s story this Friday!His mantra… “Never Miss A Day!”Jeff has been married for 27 years, has a son in college, is in the mortgage industry and wo...
2023-09-151h 05Conversations with BuddyEp. 57 Isaiah Burrell - College Dropout to Devoted Family ManIsaiah shares his life story, from being lost, broken and a college dropout early in life… to a place of joy, peace and a college degree in psychology later in life. Why do we have to go through hard times? Well, I think Isaiah does a great job explaining this with his own story! Listen to his story and understand the pain he went through early in life allows him to do what he does today… working for a local non-profit, Safe Families for Children through Valor Mentoring. Isaiah is married to his wife an...
2023-09-0844 minConversations with BuddyEp. 56 Becka Brisbin - Acceptance, Love & ForgivenessBecka shares her story from life as a baby being raised by a 13 year old mother… through homelessness and alcohol as a way to cope. Her story is remarkable because of where she is today. Life has been hard for her, but there is hope in her story! If you have lived long enough, we all experience challenges in our life. Acceptance, Love, Forgiveness is the message! I know this will impact you and also encourage you to get involved in your local community like Becka has!“I am a catalyst for connection.” - Becka
2023-09-011h 04Conversations with BuddyEp. 55 David Giglio - The Struggle is realFirst of all, David is a pretty cool guy and has his act together… however, he admits there were times in his life that weren’t great due to some addictions he allowed in his life. But, the one thing you will get when you are around him is the true, genuine and authentic David! He is sincere in his struggles and also in his faith! He is a partial business owner of company called Skykine Video Productions. He is also a youth and worship leader at his church and has felt a call to full ti...
2023-08-251h 07Conversations with BuddyEp. 54 Gabriel Shields - The True GospelGabriel grew up in the south with an alcoholic parent after his parent’s divorced. Neglect and abuse as a young boy lead to confusion and anger! But God... can do all things and create a better future for anyone willing to say yes to following Jesus Christ. Gabriel’s words.. “from man’s trash to God’s treasure!”He is now a business coach to the Christian community. To learn more, go to: https://benucreations.comIf you would like to be a guest on “Conversations with Buddy” to share your story...
2023-08-1846 minConversations with BuddyEp. 53 Tim Fahndrich - The Goodness of GodTim was born in Mexico as a missionary kid! He is a Jesus follower, married for 30+ years to his wife Pam and loves helping people… He shares the pain of starting up a business during the meltdown of 2007/2008 and to where it is today! Life is tough on everyone and quitting is always an option, but not for Tim and his wife, Pam… They run a successful media and marketing business for local businesses called WhirLocal! “We’re local and proud of it!”He talks about what their vision is in this episode t...
2023-08-1145 minConversations with BuddyEp. 52 Matthew Mehlschau - Perseverance and ManhoodCelebrating 1 year of “Conversations with Buddy” and I get to do this episode with Matthew! 🙌Matthew is a young man who shares about the struggles of life that make the successes worth while! 🇺🇸🙏😎It’s packed full of incredible stories and shows his maturity and also his humility! Thank you Matthew for your leadership, transparency and an example of what a man is supposed to be like! 💪If you, like all of us, have ever struggled, this episode will be an encouragement to you! It’s a must listen to! If you would like to be a guest...
2023-08-0454 minConversations with BuddyEp. 51 Jack McLennan - Military, Marriage and MentorshipJack is a dear friend who has lived a great life! If you want a lesson in discipline, perseverance, faith and SO MUCH MORE, this will be worth your time to listen to!Strength And Honor!!! 🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸If you would like to be a guest on “Conversations with Buddy” to share your story or know some who would, please reach out to me! We would love to make that happen! LASTLY…. Please SUBSCRIBE, GIVE US A REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” with your friends and family if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just si...
2023-07-281h 08Conversations with BuddyEp. 50 Matthew Miller - Abuse and RedemptionMatt owns Miller’s BBQ, but the podcast story starts when he 6 years old… when he gets put into a foster home along with his two younger sisters.From abuse, trauma and suicidal attempts to a life of love, forgiveness and redemption. It’s a heavy story, but a worthwhile one! Matt is writing his first book right now that tells the full story of his life called “Behind The Why”! To learn more about the ministry behind Millers BBQ and to hire them to cater an event, go to: https://millersbbqcatering.comYou can...
2023-07-2150 minConversations with BuddyEp. 49 Aaron Parsons - Pushing the RockFirst of all, Aaron is an extremely humble guy who is incredibly creative and talented and truly lives out his life by faith! You will hear it throughout our conversation! As a husband, father, worship leader and business owner he has plenty of challenges… but what I noticed is that he still has joy! We all know life can be challenging at times… There are some nuggets in here that will encourage you to have a new perspective on your current situation as well as your life! 🙏You will hear about his journey of life an...
2023-07-1449 minConversations with BuddyEp. 48 Alex Ferry - DrivenAlex shares about his life… growing up as the oldest of 1 brother and 2 sisters. Being competitive with a younger brother and learning to work hard from an early age! Encouragement from a great dad and mom to work hard, have responsibility and unconditional love! The challenge to continue to “show up” as a college basketball player when you aren’t the star player and being patient to eventually earn your place on the team as a starter and a leader! The joy of being married, owning a business, investing in real estate and building a...
2023-07-0742 minConversations with BuddyEp. 47 Mitch Andersen (Part 2)- Attributes of Manhood!Mitch visits us again and we talk more about what manhood looks like. He is the author of "ATTRIBUTES of MANHOOD" and is currently working on his next book that will serve as a continuation of that.The question Mitch asks is, “are you a fan or follower of Jesus?”Please… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#attributesofmanhood#connection#relationshipsmatter
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 46 Travis Youngs - Life beyond ADHDPlease join us this Friday morning as we bring to you Episode 46 of “Conversations with Buddy” with my guest and new friend, Travis Youngs! Travis shares life as a kid with severe ADHD. A troubled kid that continued into early adulthood. Interesting how you discover over time what changes you and what really inspires you… what captivates your attention and allows you to begin to focus on what really matters and to overcome any of life’s challenges! Travis has now been married for 8 years and has 3 children! He does early morning workouts with a friend...
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 45 Ken Wright Jr. - LimitlessKen is a young man who left the comforts of his family and home in Dallas, Texas to come to Oregon to play college basketball at Willamette University! While in college he discovered that he has a passion for a variety of things, such as owning his own clothing business called Ovrlymisunderstood Clothing and Events. He continues to play music since he was 14! Go here to learn more about his local events: https://www.ovrlymisundertsood.club/membersignupHis family and friends help support who he is as well and what he des...
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 44 Morgan McPherson - AuthenticityMorgan shares her life’s story and the challenges along the way that helped her become successful as a young mom of 2 girls, a mortgage advisor and a real estate investor!She talks about the future and what she wants to teach her girls about living your authentic self and how to achieve the goals you set your mind to. It’s a great story of what perseverance and determination can do! To learn more about Morgan, you can follow her on Instagram and see what she’s up to! Go here to find her...
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 43 Richi Sede - HopeRichi was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and played different sports, but baseball was his passion!Difficult challenges and decisions in life cause you to make decisions and ultimately shape who you are and Richi is no different!Enjoy listening to Richi’s story… how he migrated to the US along with his family, going to Corban, playing collegiate baseball and getting married! To learn more about Richi and his podcast, go to: https://youtube.com/@storieswithrichiPlease… SUBSCRIBE, GIVE US A REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” with your friend...
2023-06-0241 minConversations with BuddyEp. 42 Manny Martinez - Second ChancesManny starts out his story with where he is currently and things are going quite well, but then the story unfolds to where he was just a few years ago…. Nearly homeless and an extreme alcoholic. The people that new him did not have much hope that he would make it. He was at the bottom of an empty barrel with no hope. Now… Manny is a professional guitarist, singer, songwriter and teaches guitar lessons to over 50 students. He is the leader of the Manny Martinez Jazz Quartet and also the leader of a Rock b...
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 41 Jesse Barnes - Faith, Family and FriendshipJesse has a great story that starts out being born on a military base. Everyone has a story and Jesse is no different. The joys, pains and lessons of life, personally and professionally! How his faith has grown him into the man he is today… to be a great husband, father and friend! Reach out to Jesse if you want to learn more about him or you want to learn how to be an investor! Please… SUBSCRIBE, GIVE US A REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” with your friends and family if you gained any v...
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Conversations with BuddyEp. 40 Don McPherson - OvercomerDon shares his life growing up as the oldest sibling and leaving home at 16 years old! Going into the Navy and serving our Country! The challenges of life choices have shaped him into who he is today. He's a proud dad and grandpa!He talks about the joy of being married and how he proposed to his wife while scuba diving in Mexico!Great story! (The video is on his Facebook page)Reach out to Don to hear more about how he l...
2023-05-1242 minConversations with BuddyEp. 39 Armando Hernandez - 40 Foster HomesArmando is a really cool young man and has a heart for Jesus! He shares his life growing up in 40 different foster homes. His story will encourage you to live out your faith on a daily, moment by moment basis! He is a professional painter and the name of his business is GIHTIIM, which is an acronym for a Bible verse, “Greater is HE that is in me…” 1 John 4:4You will want to be friends with Armando after hearing his story. Reach out and connect with him.Please… SUBSCRIBE, GIVE US A REVIEW, an...
2023-05-0550 minConversations with BuddyEp. 38 Justin Arana - Acres of HopeJustin shares his life… adopted at birth along with his identical twin brother. He later became a fishing and hunting guide in Alaska and also talks about the challenges of running a family business that he eventually left, causing him to wonder what God’s plan was for his life. Now, happily married and has an amazing family! Justin and his wife Emmy Arana are the founders of a ministry called Acres Of Hope, Youth Ranch! A place where young kids who come from broken homes get to come and take care of horses and share their pain a...
2023-04-2845 minConversations with BuddyEp. 37 Dan Weiss - 60 Day FastDan shares the challenges of life from being in the Airforce, the challenge of Vietanm, dealing with agent orange and much more. THANK YOU for your service, Dan! 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸The victories Dan has experienced since his early life is pretty amazing and what his faith means to him! Dan talks about the extreme benefits of doing long-term fasting, which he has been doing for more then 30 years… he even fasted for 60 days. To learn more about an amazing retreat center in Costa Rica, go to: https://tanglewoodwellnesscenter.com/water-fasting/Dan has also written 3 books sharing his life s...
2023-04-2151 minConversations with BuddyEp. 36 Nate Cooke - CommittedNate grew up in Keizer, OR in a Christian family. While searching for meaning and purpose Nate was introduced to alcohol as a 16 year old… then drugs was his next step! For the next 17 years he was fighting a battle he could not win… at least, not on his own!Continued pain and brokenness was not enough to make a change on his own! Listen to his story and you will learn what finally changed! Today, Nate has been clean and sober for over 15 years, has an amazing wife and 4 kids! He is a business owner...
2023-04-1457 minConversations with BuddyEp. 35 Bryce Funk - Life of a Foster ParentBryce shares life, from growing up, college life, his faith, getting married and learning/praying about life as a foster parent! The passion he shares about fostering kids is super impactful and you will hear the full story in this podcast! His SMILE says it all! 😀Bryce is also a “digital creator” and is passionate about helping people and organizations share their story! To learn more about Bryce or to connect with him, go to: https://instagram.com/brycefunk?igshid=Mzc1MmZhNjY=Please… SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if...
2023-04-0741 minConversations with BuddyEp. 34 David Prosser - Fellowship Of Christian AthletesDavid shares what life was like growing up and playing competitive sports in high school and college! 🏀 🏈 From knee surgeries that ultimately left him not able to finish his senior year in college playing football! How God used that difficulty to transform him in to the man he is today! Now, being married with a new baby and a new career with Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) that allows him to share his faith! What a great testimony for such a young man to be able to live and share! I hope you will be e...
2023-03-3141 minConversations with BuddyEp. 33 Justin Simnitt - Real Estate, Golf & FamilyJustin shares his life as a kid growing up with identical triplet sisters, a great mom, with some tough life situations that helped shape him into who he is today. Learning to channel his energy and competitive nature into basketball early on… to now a love for being married to Megan, 3 young boys, a real estate business, golf and a new family adventure of “farming”! 🐄🐓 To learn more about Justin and Megan and their real estate business, click here: Simnitt House and Home! Please… SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuabl...
2023-03-2441 minConversations with BuddyEp. 32 Klinton Pippert - Devoted Husband and DadKlinton shares his love for math as a kid growing up, challenging the mindsets that everyone has to think the same or come to the same conclusion in life, his journey of faith, marriage, raising kids, 20 different jobs and today… he is a licensed real estate agent. Being a stay at home dad with his 2 boys and teaching them to love the outdoors, being active and disc golf! It’s a great story and there are some great lessons and takeaways here! Check out Klinton’s YouTube channel on Disc Golf: https://youtube.com/@klin...
2023-03-1744 minConversations with BuddyEp. 31 Dave Holman - Drinking, Divorce, Golf and GratitudeDave shares his life growing up in San Diego as a military kid, with dad, mom and siblings. His dad was in the Navy and gone 6 months out of the year. Life was more challenging when dad was home and being a military family they had to move quite a bit. A challenging upbringing that lead to drinking, a failed marriage and health problems… to a life that now is filled with incredible relationships with family and friends, snow skiing, wake boarding, basketball, gratitude and yes… golf! To learn more about Dave or connect...
2023-03-1037 minConversations with BuddyEp. 30 Darryl Goltiao - Challenges, Humility, Faith and of course... GolfDarryl shares how his family migrated to the US from the Philippines in the early 70’s, growing up in the Bay Area as a kid with two younger brothers. His college life to marriage, kids, work, travel and of course… golf! The challenges of life to the successes! You will love his word for the year and the way he shares and lives out his faith! He is a humble dude and well liked by all who know him! Please… SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if s...
2023-03-0344 minConversations with BuddyEp. 29 Ross Martinson - Country Living, College, Costco & Married LifeRoss shares his life from living in the country, college life, long distance relationship to marriage, dog lover, real estate agent/investor and let’s not forget his obsession to shop at Costco! 😉😂You will really enjoy Ross’ story… his passion for life and love for people! To learn more about Ross and connect with him regarding life and real estate, go to his website at: https://rossmartinsonrealestate.comPlease… SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍
2023-02-2432 minConversations with BuddyEp. 28 Jerry Jones - Life, Politics & Commercial Real EstateJerry shares about his life, family, upbringing, and real estate! He’s transparent about the good and bad. He has authored over a dozen books, been a professional coach and owns Pikes Northwest, which is primarily a commercial real estate and property management company!To learn more about Jerry, go to: https://pikesnw.com/about/Please… SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#prioritiesmatter#investinrealestate#connection#relationshipsmatter
2023-02-1756 minConversations with BuddyEp. 27 Steven Hill - Changing Lives at the UGMSteven shares his life of being homeless, drugs and prison to a life of freedom! What did it take to change? Listen to this episode! Steven is now married with kids and passionately works at the Union Gospel Mission leading and serving men who have found themselves at the end of a very dark road and not knowing where to turn to! 🙏🙏🙏You can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking this link here: https://conversationswithbuddy.transistor.fm/Please… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if yo...
2023-02-1035 minConversations with BuddyEp. 26 Mike Castronovo - Drugs, Gangs, Divorce to Marriage & FreedomMike shares his early life of drugs and gang life… from divorce to an awesome marriage and the joy of having 2 sons! The challenges and successes of being a business owner - things he has learned about himself along the way and the changes he made! Mike also shares about his time in the Navy! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸THANK YOU Mike for your service!🙏🙏🙏Please… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#businesswithpurpose
2023-02-0336 minConversations with BuddyEp. 25 Marjorie Dudley - Trials and VictoriesMarjorie shares her journey of life as a wife, mom, the struggles of the birth of her 2nd child, overcoming those challenges, hobby baker and a Professional Sales and Leadership Coach! Here is the YouTube link for the live version: https://youtu.be/9WxPcOIpEjAShe coaches professionally for a company called Southwestern Consulting and is absolutely amazing!Go here to learn more about how to elevate your life through coaching with Marjorie! https://southwesternconsulting.com/coaches/marjorie-dudleyYou can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform o...
2023-01-2745 minConversations with BuddyEp. 24 Jake Zufelt - Digital Marketing SucksJake shares life as a new author of a book called “Digital Marketing Sucks”! It’s the lack of transparency that he is shedding light on from his shed in his back yard! Jake is world class at his digital marketing business, Weldwood Marketing, and will help you gain market share in your business! Order his book on Amazon and also learn more about his business by going to: http://sucks.jakezufelt.comJake is also a family man, which he talks about as well! Be encouraged as you listen to this one! Please…...
2023-01-2038 minConversations with BuddyEp. 23 Mitch Andersen - Attributes Of ManhoodMitch is a new author of a book called “ATTRIBUTES of MANHOOD”… calling men to step up and be the man God has called each one of us to be. He is extremely transparent about his life, marriage, parenting, finance and his faith! You can order his new book by going to: https://www.amazon.com/Attributes-Manhood-Stones-foundation-weather/dp/B0BN7KH83WPlease… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#attributesofmanhood...
2023-01-1346 minConversations with BuddyEp. 22 Nick Young - Disobedience, Drugs and DiabetesNick shares his life growing up in Hawaii, disobedience, drugs, diabetes and blindness… to his new life in Christ! I appreciate Nick’s transparency in his journey of life. The good and the bad. No life is perfect, but there is hope! Please… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#FreedomInChrist #connection#relationshipsmatter
2023-01-0630 minConversations with BuddyEp. 21 Rick Saffeels - Transparency In The Struggles Of LifeRick is a great guy who is extremely transparent about his own struggles. He shares what life was like before marriage, being a twin, being a professional disc golf player to now the joy of being married to Caley, being super active with their four kids and being involved in ministry. As a super driven guy, Rick also works a full time job and operates a full time business! Working as a teacher for Salem-Keizer and also running Saffeels Social Media! Rick shares the challenges of being intentional with a busy life, but that he has found a...
2022-12-3045 minConversations with BuddyEp. 20 Reid Saunders - All For JesusReid shares the details of his life from growing up in Petaluma, CA, playing football, marriage, having kids, the founder of RSA where his team shares the Gospel of Jesus here in Salem and all over the world! If you know Reid, he’s all in! This is Reid…“Taking the message of the cross to the ends of the earth. All For Jesus!”To learn more about his ministry, go to: https://reidsaunders.orgYou can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking this link here: h...
2022-12-2327 minConversations with BuddyEp. 19 Ron Heagy - Never Give Up!Ron shares his life story of becoming a quadriplegic from a surfing accident 1 day before his 18th birthday, to becoming an author, mouth painter artist and a motivational speaker with a message “NEVER GIVE UP”! If you ever find yourself complaining about the difficulties of life, hang around Ron and get some perspective!!!You can visit Ron’s website and learn more about his story by going to:https://ronheagy.com https://www.rollonron.com https://m.facebook.com/100066704060084/Shout out to Camden Jackson Davis for making our Podcast awesome! Thank...
2022-12-1649 minConversations with BuddyEp. 18 Corey Gilbert - Sex From A Biblical WorldviewDr. Corey Gilbert shares his passion of marriage, family and also talks all things sex from a Biblical worldview. He is a speaker, author, podcaster, counselor as well as a Professor of Counseling Psychology at Corban University! You can listen to his podcast “Family Features Podcast” (Fighting for Marriages, Families & our Children) right here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-features-podcast/id1471056437?i=1000443380497You can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking this link here: https://conversationswithbuddy.transistor.fm/Please… SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE “Conversati...
2022-12-0935 minConversations with BuddyEp. 17 Mary Lucas - God’s FaithfulnessMary talks about the joys of life and also the trials! The loss of her husband, Chuck Lucas. Her love for her family, kids and grand kids. Life in Costa Rica. An event at the Salem Riverfront Park that will forever leave its mark! Lastly, God’s faithfulness through it all! 🙏You are going to definitely want to hear what Mary has to say! It’s extremely powerful! To learn more about Mary’s ministry, please go to: https://crosswalksalem.orgYou can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking t...
2022-12-0235 minConversations with BuddyEp. 16 Dean Breitbach - In His WakesDean talks about faith, marriage, entrepreneurship and life on the road with “In His Wakes”. Click here to learn more about this ministry: www.inhiswakes.comHe is also an adventure junkie! You can check it out on Instagram @breit_adventures. 😎Shout out to Chris Hahn for making our Podcast awesome! Thank you! You can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking this link here: https://conversationswithbuddy.transistor.fm/Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacte...
2022-11-2532 minConversations with BuddyEp. 15 Eric Wiley - The Mortgage ExpertEric is one of the owners of an Oregon based mortgage company called PacRes Mortgage, a mortgage industry expert for 30 years and a proud dad of 3 kids. We talk about Eric’s upbringing as a kid to where he is today. He shares his incredible knowledge and expertise from a 30 year career in the mortgage space from originating to ownership and also the Federal Reserve and secondary markets. You might want to listen to this one a couple of times! It’s a great one! You can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favor...
2022-11-1840 minConversations with BuddyEp. 14 Sven Anderson - Mentoring Men MattersSven shares what life was like before Jesus and all things marriage, family and business! What true relationships look like and living out the priorities in his life! Sven is one of the founders of a local non profit called, Valor Mentoring. The mission: Mentoring men and teaching them the way of Jesus! Click on this link to learn more… https://valormentoring.comPlease SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#familylife #marriagematters#valormentoring
2022-11-1136 minConversations with BuddyEp. 13 Emily Puckett & Molly Greene - When Dad Gets Roasted!When daughters roast their dad! This may be the funniest episode yet! 😂😂😂They get to roast dad and expose the good, bad and ugly of what their childhood looked like! Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this episode of “Conversations with Buddy” if it impacted you and/or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#familylife #lovemygirls #completecomedy #coffeelovers#connection#relationshipsmatter
2022-11-0449 minConversations with BuddyEp. 12 Scott Wiegal - Living Authentically & IntentionallyScott shares his story about life as a husband, girl dad, work-life balance and how he has overcome the challenges all men face… living an authentic life that is intentional! IF you struggle with honoring your priorities, this is a great one to listen to!To contact Scott, you can reach him at Scott.Wiegal@ampf.com. Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you in a positive way or just simply made you laugh! 🙏😎👍#conversationswithbuddy#financialfreedom#financialplanning #connection#p...
2022-10-2833 minConversations with BuddyEp. 11 Chris Hahn - Adopted Twice, Drummer & Sound EngineerChris talks about being adopted, not just once, but twice. How that experience prepared him to be a better husband and father and opened the door for more creative things like being a drummer in a band and his passion as a sound engineer. You can contact Chris through social media or via email at chris@valormentoring.com.Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you in a positive way or just simply made you laugh! #conversationswithbuddy#valormentoring#connection#passion
2022-10-2242 minConversations with BuddyEp. 10 Dr. Abigail Bisson, ND - Doctor of Naturopathic MedicineDr. Bisson shares her story from real estate agent, real estate investor, business owner to a doctor of naturopathic medicine! Her desire and passion for helping people who are suffering from health challenges is very clear! To learn more about her passion to help all people find the help they need to overcome their health challenges please visit her website: https://doctorbisson.comPlease SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story impacted you in a positive way or just simply made you laugh! #conversationswithbuddy#con...
2022-10-1432 minConversations with BuddyEp. 9 Matthew Maceira (part 1)- Homelessness, Drugs & ViolenceMatt shares his testimony about his life of homelessness, drugs and violence before he came to the TRUTH that he now lives by. He is now married and lives out his faith with his wife, kids and ministry! To learn more about the ministry Matt is involved with, you can watch his video here: https://www.beboldstreetministries.orgYou can listen on Apple Podcast, Spotify, your favorite Podcast platform or by clicking this link here: https://conversationswithbuddy.transistor.fm/Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE “Conversations with Buddy” if you gained any valuable nuggets, if someone’s story i...
2022-10-0738 minConversations with BuddyConversations with Buddy: TrailerWelcome to Conversations with Buddy, where you will hear the stories of everyday people fighting through life’s challenges for meaning and purpose. From fear to faith, struggles to success, trials, and tribulations to triumph and victory. Where did they muster the courage to overcome and where does their hope come from? What is the lesson life has taught each of these people who share their stories and then be willing to share it with the world?
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