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Wãké Up With PurposeEntrepreneurial Athlete W/ Cam McConnellJoin us as we discuss Faith, Life, Track and Entrepreneurship with Cam McConnell, a Track student athlete at Bethel University and rising Entrepreneur of Eden Studios.You can find Cam on Instagram at:Instagram: Cam.mc122@edennstudioss2025-07-151h 01Wãké Up With PurposeAddiction - The Good, Bad & UglyAddiction comes in many different forms. It can be an addiction to your phone, comfort, substances, success, money..etc. Theres many different addictions out there. What is important to remember is that you can get through whatever it is that is holding you back and you can overcome from being a victim to becoming a victor!2025-05-2351 minWãké Up With PurposeThe future relies on you!The past is kind enough to give you lessons. The present is kind enough to give you opportunities. The future is kind enough to give you both.2025-05-0633 minWãké Up With PurposeLive in your purposeStrive to become the best version of yourself daily. God has called you to be a servant of his and the best way to be the best version of yourself is to walk in your purpose given to you by God. 2025-01-3133 minWãké Up With PurposeIs 2025 your year?As we have entered this new year of 2025, try not to be set on resolutions. Instead be set on growth. Growth in different areas of life. Pick a word and do your best each day to grow in that area. Give yourself grace along the way because without grace, you're expecting yourself to be perfect and were not created to be perfect. Be your biggest supporter and encourager. Try not to become a person of success, rather be a person of value. 2025-01-1033 minWãké Up With PurposeThe reason for each seasonJoin us as we discuss today the importance of embracing the seasons you are in. "Do you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be"Christ was born this season to save us from the world and the world's perspective. The only person who we should listen to and strive to be like is Christ Jesus himself, not like others in this world. 2024-12-1932 minWãké Up With PurposeFinding Confidence W/ JJ AbnerJoin us as we discuss with Seattle University Baseball Player, JJ Abner. "Baseball is a game of failure and life. You have to have confidence in yourself and not give up on the first sight of failure"You can find JJ on instagram @tharealjj2062024-11-0132 minWãké Up With PurposeGo Birds!!Join us for an episode of non stop laughter and joyful conversations!2024-09-0740 minWãké Up With PurposeYou are More than an AthleteYou are more than an athlete. I believe that in this younger generation right now, athletes are viewing themselves as just an athlete..when they are much more. Allow yourself to try new things in life, you never know you just might really enjoy it. 2024-08-1608 minWãké Up With PurposeTreat others right W/ Paris Dawson"You never know where that person is going to end up"Join us as we discuss lifes journey, faith and athletics with Seattle University Mens Basketball Student-Athlete, Paris DawsonYou can find Paris on Instagram: @parisiodawson2024-08-1632 minWãké Up With PurposeIt gets better w/ Micky Mcalexander"It always does get better eventually and God's plan is always greater than anything we can imagine because things happen for a reason"Join us as we discuss with guest, Micky Mcalexander, a track and field athlete at Cal State University Bakersfield, her journey and track career.You can find Micky on instagram: @micky.mcalexander2024-08-0331 minWãké Up With PurposeHelping others grow w/ Jakari HunnecookJoin us on todays episode with guest Jakari Hunnecook, as we discuss his life mission and future goals and aspirations that he has for himself on and off the football field. Jakari is a University of St. Johns former football player and graduate who now attends Crown College where he plays football as a grad transfer.You can find Jakari on instagram @jhunnecook_ Twitter/X @jakari4Hunn2024-07-1927 minWãké Up With PurposeTaking advantage of your opportunitiesJoin us as we have an open discussion about life and the opportunities that it brings us. Life will throw us some curveballs that we arent always prepared for but its best to look at it with a positive outlook and be grateful for all that we have and the opportunities of growth that we can take away from the situations life gives us. 2024-07-1351 minWãké Up With PurposeLife DecisionsWe make decisions each day that we live. Some decisions are easier to make than others but allow the decisions that you make, be beneficial for your future. The decisions you make today go on to produce your future. Give yourself some grace along your journey because you wont make the right decisions always. 2024-06-1439 minWãké Up With PurposeLife BalanceJoin us today as we discuss ways to properly balance. As we progress along our journeys, there will be times where our life is unbalanced, and thats okay because being unbalanced while becoming who we want to be and achieving our goals, it will take times where we need to focus on different areas to grow. Take your time, this game of life is no race, go your pace. 2024-05-2427 minWãké Up With PurposeNavigating Life's stressJoin us as we discuss on todays episode, the stresses that we encounter in life and how we can calmly navigate through them. 2024-05-0335 minWãké Up With PurposeLiving life with PrinciplesJoin us as we discuss living our lives with principles that will help us become the best version of ourselves to be used by God. Principles are important to instill in our daily lives. When we act on principles and not on feelings, we are able to live a life that we can enjoy and find peace in. We are able to face adversity, challenges, and opposition in a way that we can grow and not self sabotage and feel sorry for ourselves. Thank you for your support. Please like, share and give us a ra...2024-04-2249 minWãké Up With PurposeThe JourneyJoin us as we discuss the Journey of Life. Embrace your journey. Enjoy your journey. Respect your journey. And don't compare your journey to anyone else's. We all start and end in different places. Your journey is uniquely yours..live it!2024-03-2947 minWãké Up With PurposeFull Surrender w/ Josiah DudenhoferJoin us for this episode as we have on guest, Josiah Dudenhofer, a college freshman baseball player at Bethel University who also is a BÉ ŸÕÚ Athlete. Tune in as we hear Josiahs story, what it means to fully surrender and how he maintains a positive mindset by knowing his role. "It's not about you"Support Josiah along his journeyInstagram: josiahdudenhofer_BÉ ŸÕÚ Athlete - visit ( beyouklothing.com )...use promo code: Josiah5 for 15% off 2024-03-1530 minWãké Up With PurposeThe obstacle is the wayOften times when we face challenges or an unexpected obstacle, we tend to want to give up and quit. We can see it as a barrier being thrown our way to stop whatever momentum we have and smile or we can negatively ask why does this keep happening to me. Join us on this episode as we discuss what it means by the obstacle is the way and how we can use adversity, challenges, setbacks, and opposition to become and thrive. 2024-03-0448 minWãké Up With PurposeCharacter Development w/ Coach Tim SowdenJoin us on this episode as we discuss with our previous college basketball coach, Tim Sowden, on how we develops players on and off the court. Coach Sowden has played an instrumental role into how Kaz & Bryce live their lives today and the principles we were able to take away and apply to our lives, whether it is leading our own families, teammates, or environments we find ourselves in. We can all take something away from the wise words and insights of coach Sowden and how he lives his life!2024-02-161h 06Wãké Up With PurposePlayer Development w/ Coach ElyJoin us for another episode as we discuss with Kaz's 8th grade basketball coach, Coach Adam Ely, the importance of developing as a person off of the performance field as well as on the performance field. While being a good player can get you on the court, being a good person with character can get you into rooms and environments where you will find greater success.2024-02-0243 minWãké Up With PurposeOpportunities in LifeJoin us as we discuss during this episode opportunities that we are able to have in life to provide value to others, find success in life, and accomplishing our goals.There's opportunities everywhere, all we have to do is make sure we are prepared for it. Embrace the moment and give your best. 2023-12-3133 minWãké Up With PurposeChallenge Yourself Pt.2Join us as we continue our discussion on challenges that we should and can take head on in life. We at times can be scared to face something that we don't know how to do, but that's the beauty of life. Challenge yourself to dive in and trust that God knows what he's doing and he wont lead us astray. Life is meant for growth and without challenges, without stepping out of our comfort zone, we limit our growth and don't live our life to the fullest. 2023-12-1636 minWãké Up With PurposePro Basketball Player, Cullen DonovanJoin us for this episode as we discuss life, sports, and chasing dreams with Professional Basketball player, Cullen Donovan. Cullen has played basketball in many different locations, different countries and teaching the youth to become better individuals on and off the court. Cullen has a light to him that is contagious to be around and a work ethic that is 2nd to none. Follow Cullen on Instagram at: @CullenDonovan2023-11-2441 minWãké Up With PurposeChallenge YourselfJoin us as we discuss the Challenges that life throws our way. Regardless of how much money you have, how good your life may seem, or how talented you are, you will face challenges in your life. Regardless of the challenge being faced, it's important to understand that challenges in life are meant to allow you to grow. Embrace the challenge and use it for your good, that's what a challenge is meant for. Along your journey of life, challenge yourself in ways that are going to be beneficial for your growth. 2023-11-1137 minWãké Up With PurposeAll Things Through ChristJoin us in this episode as we discuss Phil 4 and what it means to be able to do what we do through Christ Jesus and the strength that he gives us. We are so weak alone, but with the power of Christ, he is far more stronger and helps equips us to face this world with the proper tools necessary to add value and impact others while staying strong in our own Faith and relationship with him. Listen on Spotify, Apple PodcastsInstagram: Wakeupwpurposepodcast2023-10-2646 minWãké Up With PurposePause and Reflect"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect"Take a look inside your life right now and ask yourself, am I doing what the rest are doing or am I doing what I am doing out of my authentic self.2023-07-2946 minWãké Up With PurposeDistractions along the JourneyJoin Kaz for a solo episode as he discusses the 4 phases of the process, how to handle adversity, and what success is and isn't in this world. Thank you for joining me for this vulvernable discussion. Praise God you are here. 2023-07-1734 minWãké Up With PurposeControlling your Controllables W/ Coach KJoin us as we discuss with Coach K, who is not just the Founder of Game Changers, rather also A well known mental performance coach who pours into student athletes all over the nation, encouraging them to take control of their athletic experience by winning the game of life, which is the Mental Game.This episode is packed with knowledge, great tips on how to win the mental game on and off the performance field. Great insight shared by Coach K. Control your Controllables. Instagram: @gamechangers___ & @kidscallme_coachkWebsite: www.thementalgameisthegame.comTiktok: @g...2023-06-2349 minWãké Up With PurposeSacrifices Pt. 2Join us as we continue our discussion of Sacrifices we should and need to make in life. "Whatever is keeping you away from your relationship with Christ, is what you need to sacrifice the most"2023-06-1054 minWãké Up With PurposePrivate Sacrifices W/ Marathoner Sam BreiterJoin us as we discuss with Today's guest, Sam Breiter, sacrifices you should make in your life to be the best you can be in all phases, and In Sam's case, the best he can be for miles at a time. Sam has ran many marathons during his journey of life and has a goal to run a marathon in all 50 states, with a dream of qualifying for the Boston Marathon. Go be great, Sam and I know a 2 hour 59 minute finish is right around the corner. If you are a runner or have interest in running, pl...2023-06-0542 minWãké Up With PurposeSacrificeIn order to win, you have to sacrifice. Sacrifice the Temporary for the Forever2023-05-2939 minWãké Up With PurposeYour Story MattersOne thing in this life that is uniquely ours, is Our Story. No one can ever take that away from us. Our stories are powerful, unique, beautiful and should be cherished. At times it can be hard to embrace our stories and actually feel as if they matter. Join us as we discuss how Changing your Story, can Change your Life. 8:00 - 26:00: Bryce Telling his life StoryPlease like, share, rate, and subscribe!2023-05-1446 minWãké Up With PurposeAcceptance and Support Pt.2On this episode, we are continuing our discussion on acceptance and support. Join us as we go in depth of the cultural battles that are being faced in this world today. 2023-04-1340 minWãké Up With PurposeAcceptance and SupportJust because you are accepted, doesn't mean you are supportedJust because you are supported, doesn't mean you are acceptedBeing accepted in todays world is not ever guaranteed. At times, getting caught up doing things of this world, such as following the path of your "friends" to feel accepted by them, getting involved in temporary "fun" as in partying, wearing or saying certain things because if you don't, you may be unfollowed on social media or not accepted by those who you surround yourself with. The feeling of need for Acceptance can make us feel s...2023-03-1835 minWãké Up With PurposeFinding Success In Your Purpose w/Derrick HatchIn today's episode, Kaz & Bryce discuss with Founder of All Things Narrative, Derrick Hatch, finding success in your purpose. Support Derrick @Instagram: allthingsnarrativePodcast: allthingsnarrative.com/podcast2023-03-0336 min
Wãké Up With PurposeProperly facing Life's AddictionsJoin us as we discuss the addictions that we may face & encounter along our journeys Opening: Congratulations Bryce on welcoming baby girl #2, Lillian into the world2:40 - "You measure the size of the accomplishment by the obstacles you had to overcome to reach your goals" - Booker T. Washington4:35 - I'm addicted to success, great..measure that success and at what costs it may come6:25 - We all have an addiction, the addiction is up to us on how we want it to serve our life and be used in our l...2023-02-1737 min
Wãké Up With PurposeTrusting the Process W/ Jayce HallToday's guest, Jayce Hall, is known for his remarkable artistic abilities using words & names to create his drawings. His commitment to the process and developing himself by being uncomfortable to getting to where he is now in his journey is nothing short of inspiration. As a kid, just doodling cartoon characters, he never saw himself doing what he currently is doing. "If you want to get better at something, it has to become a daily practice, don't be afraid to put yourself out there"Social Media's: @jaycehallartWebsite: jaycehallart.com2023-02-0433 min
Wãké Up With PurposeWho do you do it for?Welcome to season two. Join us as we discuss our why, living our purpose, and being resilient in life. You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it. 3:15 - Satan attacks those who are growing closer to God11:00 - Develop discipline for your future14:50 - When you do what you do for money, that is when you will see gaps in your life 19:00 - Develop your why25:15 - To further his kingdom.26:30 - You must give God something to work with29:15...2023-01-2030 min
Wãké Up With PurposeSeason 2 intro: Wãké up with PurposeThank you for all of your support & love you have supplied. God is great. Season 2 is here! 2023-01-1705 min
Wãké Up With PurposeThe God that Never changesAmidst a world full of chaos, hurt, excitement and all the unknowns..our world that we live in is bound to change. The people in our life change, the place we live changes, the jobs we work at include changes. Change is inevitable. One thing is certain though that never changes and that is God and his love for us. How we works miracles each day. Renews us and refreshes our souls to carry on in our ever changing lives. Where is an area in your life that you are scared to change? Where is an area w...2023-01-0825 min
Wãké Up With PurposeLiving life with PatienceLife can be hard living in a "I want it now" mindset. Join us as Kaz and Bryce discuss living with patience and how developing patience even in the small things can positively impact how you live and how you treat those around you. As they say, Patience is a...virtue and quite honestly, one of the most important ones to truly have. What have you ever received that was worthwhile without having to wait for? A thought for you: A Pine Tree develops and matures faster than an Oak Tree. While both are useful, an oak t...2022-12-1926 min
Wãké Up With PurposeGod meets us where we areWhen we think of God, some may think of just an older Santa Claus, big white beard, others may think of a deity so high we can't even talk to him, but the reality is that God is our loving Savior who meets us where we are in life and sent His only child, Jesus, to take on our sin through death. Give a listen as Bryce and Kaz talk about our only true deep hope, that is God.2022-12-0924 min
Wãké Up With PurposeGod Meets us where we are atWhen we think of God, some may think of just an older Santa Claus, big white beard, others may think of a deity so high we can't even talk to him, but the reality is that God is our loving Savior who meets us where we are in life and sent His only child, Jesus, to take on our sin through death. Give a listen as Bryce and Kaz talk about our only true deep hope, that is God.2022-12-0924 min
Wãké Up With PurposeFaith & MaturityIn this episode, Kaz and Bryce discuss how maturity plays a vital role in all aspects of our lives. Realizing that maturity is not just an age, rather a mindset of how you want to react to a circumstance. How can strengthening your maturity help you improve your relationships, at your job, with your friends, with your teammates, and in your family?2022-11-1828 min
Wãké Up With PurposeA Heart of GratitudeIn this episode, Kaz and Bryce discuss living life with a heart of Gratitude and Thankfulness. Gratitude is not just an emotion, it's a principle. No matter where we are in life, the good, bad, or ugly..we should always strive to be grateful. Why is that? It's simple, this is not our home. When we leave this earth, we can't take any of the possessions with us. Living for the next thing takes away the Joy of contentment and gratefulness that we should live our lives with. Having the heart of Gratitude prepares of for God's riches and...2022-11-0428 min
Wãké Up With PurposeUnbreakable CourageWhat would you do if you weren’t afraid? Courage that can’t be shaken comes from within you given by God. Fear not for I am with you says the Lord2022-10-2726 min
Wãké Up With PurposeHonesty in everyday RelationshipsHonesty is something that can be hard because you don’t know how the other person will receive it. Relationships are stronger when Honesty is kept2022-10-2732 min
Wãké Up With PurposeUnbreakable CourageIt took a little bit of courage to even record this episode, but that's something that we have to learn to choose in our everyday life. On this talk, Kaz and Bryce discuss not only courage, but the necessity of why we need it, fear. Fear is far too prevalent in our lives, tune in to find out how we can stand against it, love you!2022-10-2126 min
Wãké Up With PurposeHonestyLet's be honest, how many of you are honestly truthful (you think you know what the episode is about yet). On this feature, Kaz and Bryce discuss the weight and importance of honesty in every relationship/aspect of our lives. It's a crucial key to our identity in Christ, and answers the question, "how can people really know who I am?" Tune in for lots of great points and no internet lagging this time, hallelujah! 2022-10-0732 min
Wãké Up With PurposeEpisode 6 - Spiritual GiftsA little late, but that's just because of how good this edition is! Kaz's roommates and fellow brothers in Christ, Sam and Adam, join us to talk about what God's faithfulness in our lives looks like! We could keep explaining it, but then you wouldn't have a reason to listen! Queue this one up, and listen to the awesome ways that our Lord is working in both of these guys' lives! 2022-08-2632 min
Wãké Up With PurposeEpisode 5 - FailureOn this episode, Kaz and Bryce discuss what it means to fail, and they are a couple of experts, but in this journey of life, isn't that a good thing? If you haven't failed at something, then you've probably never done anything, it's something we all go through, and we hope this conversation can relate to your life and maybe even give you some inspiration. BE YOU. 2022-07-0130 min
Wãké Up With PurposeEpisode 4 - JudgmentOn today's episode of the BÉ ŸÕÚ podcast, Kaz and Bryce discuss something that only our Lord and people in robes should do, and we're not either of those - judge. It's a daily struggle for all, both being judged and unfortunately judging others as well, but is that really what our purpose on this earth is? Always remember to spread God's love and light in your everyday lives, BÉ ŸÕÚ. 2022-06-0327 min
Wãké Up With PurposeEpisode 3 - AdversityOn this episode of the BÉ ŸÕÚ podcast, Bryce finds out he needs to get better internet that doesn't make him sound like he's talking into a potato. Our apologies for the shaky audio in some places, but the message is solid - no matter what kind of adversity you're facing, God is there. Adversity looks different in all of our individual lives, but there is one sure fire way to deal with it that works for everyone! Give a listen to the episode to find out our secret. Love yawl. 2022-05-0624 min
Wãké Up With PurposeBe You Ep. 2 - Social MediaKaz and Bryce look at the pros and also cons of social media. You'll find out social media is good for listening to this podcast *insert winky face emoji here*, but not the most productive for other areas in life. We hope you enjoy this discussion, that it helps you in your struggles, and never forget to be who you are created by Christ! 2022-04-0824 min
Wãké Up With PurposeEpisode 1 - What is Love?If you saw the title you're probably now going to have the song "What is Love" stuck in your head all day, but on the pilot episode of the BÉ ŸÕÚ podcast, Kaz and Bryce attempt to tackle a simple topic, what is love? The two discuss what love looks like in life, and how it is displayed in three specific relationships: with friends, in marriage, and most importantly, from God. Tune in to see how the action of love can change your life, or even better, someone else's life around you. Love yawl. 2022-03-1134 min
The Midwest TrinityEp. 5 - We Almost Ruin A Wedding! Ft. Kaz LangnessThis week we interview and share some funny stories with the one, the only, Kaz Langness.2020-08-2150 min