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The Life @AHEAD PodcastAgents of Change: The People Side of TransformationWhat does it really take to lead change well, especially in a company built for growth? In this episode of The Life at AHEAD Podcast, host Nick Rodriguez sits down with leaders across AHEAD to unpack how we navigate transformation with a people-first mindset. From mergers and acquisitions to major system shifts and evolving ways of working, this conversation explores how organizational change management helps teams stay aligned, engaged, and empowered – even when things are moving fast. You’ll hear from: Kelly Kennon, SVP of Enterprise Transformation Brian Krup, Director of Organizational Change Management Rich Falcone, President of AHEA...
2026-01-081h 08
Touchdown TexasOffensive Breakdowns | Schedule PredictionsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick breakdown down each position of the Texas offense and the impact players to watch. We give our schedule predictions for each game and the record that Texas will finish with. Check out our last episode breaking down the defense. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-08-2146 minTouchdown TexasDefensive Position BreakdownsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick breakdown down each position of the Texas defense and the impact players to watch. We reacts to the top 25 CFB plays since 2000 and where the Vince Young national championship touchdown against USC. Check out Shivam's interview with CJ Vogel from OTF for nuggets & insights about the 2025 Texas team. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. ...
2025-08-1239 minTouchdown TexasBreaking Down the Preseason All SEC TeamsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts to Texas landing Derek Cooper a 5 star running back from Florida. They react to the Preseason All SEC offensive & defensive Teams and whether there were any snubs. They react to the SEC Wide Receivers & Head Coaches rankings and where Texas players fit on the list. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. ....
2025-08-1036 minTouchdown TexasThoughts and Reactions to SEC Media DaySend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts to SEC Media Day. They react to the SEC QB rankings list and give their analysis where Texas will finish in the conference this year. They discuss where Texas players are ranked among SEC running backs, edge rushers, safeties, and linebackers. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-07-1840 minTouchdown TexasRanking the Longhorns Toughest Games & CFB Top 10 Greatest QB'sSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on the ranking of the Longhorns toughest games this season. They react to a CFP projection that has Texas winning the national championship and the likelihood it will happen. They debate the CFB top 10 greatest QB's and if Vince Young was snubbed. They analyze the top 5 ranked WR's in college football this season and if Ryan Wingo belongs on this lit. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on...
2025-07-0839 minTouchdown TexasRanking the most iconic moments in Texas Football HistorySend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on Kevin Durant being traded to the Houston Rockets & where former Longhorn Guard Tre Johnson will get drafted. They rank the most iconic moments in Texas Football history and 2026 QB commit Dia Bell winning the Elite 11 MVP. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-06-2536 minTouchdown TexasRanking the All Time RBs and WRs at TexasSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on Texas softball winning the national championship. They discuss the top RB's and WR's in Texas football history and give their individual rankings. They react to percentages that each SEC team will make the college football playoffs. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-06-1045 minTouchdown TexasTop 25 CFB Players since the 2000s & Sark's ranking in CFB Head CoachesSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on the top 25 CFB players since 2000 rankings & discuss whether Sark's place among current college football head coaches. They debate the post spring football player transfer rankings and college football's most impact player list. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-06-0337 minTouchdown TexasSEC Teams Win Totals & Best CFB RivalriesSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on the SEC win totals and discuss if they agree with them. They also talk about the 2025 Top 10 Non Conference games & the best CFB coaches in the 21st century. They also discuss the best college football rivalries and where Texas Oklahoma fits on the list. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / t...
2025-05-2742 minTouchdown TexasReacting to Top 25 Post Sprint PracticesSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their thoughts on the post spring college football team rankings and if Arch Manning a top QB in the country. They also react to a college football playoff projection that has Texas winning the national championship. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-05-1446 minTouchdown TexasNFL Draft Recap & ReactionsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick react to 12 Texas players getting drafted to the NFL. They discuss the fit with their NFL teams and whether they will have a successful career at the next level. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-04-2927 minTouchdown TexasTransfer Portal Additions & NFL Draft PreviewSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick react to the latest transfer portal additions for the Texas Longhorns and the impact they will have. They discuss the PFF NFL Mock draft and where the Texas players will be drafted. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-04-2344 minTouchdown TexasTexas lands a portal WR & Spring Football NewsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick react to the controversy about the Tennessee QB & breaking down the portal wide receiver that Texas landed. They discuss the top 10 quarterback rankings & which college football non conference matchups we are most looking forward to watching. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-04-1642 minTouchdown TexasNational Championship Preview & Texas Basketball Roster AdditionsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick react to the Men's Final Four and preview the National Championship game. They discuss the roster additions for Texas Basketball & breakdown the PFF College safety rankings. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-04-0827 minTouchdown TexasTexas Women’s Advance to Final Four | Breaking Down to Sean Miller HireSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick react to the Texas Women's basketball team advancing to the Final Four. They preview their next game against the South Carolina Gamecocks. They also discuss the Sean Miller hire and the impact it will have on Texas basketball. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-04-0236 minTouchdown TexasSpring Practice Defense PreviewSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick breakdown the transfer portal additions and do positional previews for the Longhorns defense. They breakdown the impact players on defense to watch this season and what Freshman will have an impact this fall. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-03-2436 minTouchdown TexasSpring Practice Offense PreviewSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick discuss the Texas women's & Men's basketball team making the NCAA Tournament. They do positional previews for the Texas offense and discuss Chris Simms quarterbacks rankings. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-03-1847 minTouchdown TexasReacting to the Early Top 25 and QB RankingsSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick discuss the Texas women's basketball SEC championship game against South Carolina! They react to the early college football team & quarterback rankings for next season. The next episode they will preview the Longhorns spring practice.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-03-0929 minTouchdown TexasNFL Combine RecapSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick discuss the performance of the 14 Longhorns players that were invited to the NFL Combine! They talked about how many Longhorns will get drafted and what teams they would fit well on.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-03-0459 minTouchdown TexasNFL Combine PreviewSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick preview the 14 Longhorns players that were invited to the NFL Combine and how they will perform! They also discuss The Texas basketball's loss to South Carolina lasted nigh and their NCAA Tournament chances. They react to the news last week that Texas Football will not have a Spring Game.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on...
2025-02-2348 minTouchdown TexasTexas Player Draft & Super Bowl PreviewSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick draft conduct a draft of all time Texas players on offense & defense! They also discuss whether Texas basketball will make the NCAA tournament after their win over LSU. They preview and give their predictions of the Super bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs & Philadelphia Eagles.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Su...
2025-02-021h 06Touchdown TexasHow many Texas players will get drafted? | Who is Staying?Send us Fan MailShivam & Nick preview the national championship game between Ohio state & Notre Dame and give their game predictions! They also breakdown how many Texas players will get drafted in the NFL and & the key players returning to Texas next season.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...Follow us on IG: / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-01-2052 minTouchdown TexasTexas Falls to Ohio State in the SemifinalsSend us Fan MailOhio state beats Texas 28-14 in the CFP Semifinals! Shivam & Nick breakdown down the missed opportunity Texas had at the 1 yard line, Quinn Ewers performance, and how the defense defended the high powered Ohio state offense. Stay tuned for our offseason content coming up!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow....Follow us on IG:  / touchdown_t. .Support the show
2025-01-1354 minTouchdown TexasTexas Survives Slugfest Advances to the CFP Semifinals | Books Date with Ohio StateSend us Fan MailTexas beats Arizona State 39-31 in 2OT to advance to the CFP Semifinals! Shivam & Nick breakdown Quinn Ewers clutch plays in OT, Andrew Makuba's game saving interception, whether Michael Taffe's controversial hit in the 4th quarter was targeting, and Matthew Golden's huge performance. They look ahead to the semifinals match against the Ohio State Buckeyes.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdown_texas?s=21&t=...
2025-01-0352 minTouchdown TexasTexas vs Arizona State Preview!Send us Fan MailTexas plays Arizona State in the quarterfinals on January 1st! Shivam & Nick provide in depth analysis of the game and give their predictions. They also preview the other quarterfinals games and predict who will win.Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow...Follow us on IG:https://www.instagram....Support the show
2024-12-2837 minTouchdown TexasTexas Dominates Clemson 38-24; Headed Back to Atlanta for QuarterfinalsSend us Fan MailTexas beats Clemson 38-24 to advance to the Quarterfinals! Shivam & Nick breakdown Quinn Ewers performance, Jaydon Blue's big game, and how the defense played. They look ahead to the quarterfinals match against the Arizona State Sun Devils and keys to the game for another Texas win. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we upload a video.Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/touchdow...Follow us on IG:https://www.instagram....S...
2024-12-2347 minTouchdown TexasGeorgia edges Texas in the SEC Championship GameSend us Fan MailGeorgia beats Texas 22-19! Shivam & Nick talk about how the offense struggled to score touchdowns in the red zone, the defensive performance, and looking ahead to the College Football Playoffs 1st round match against the Clemson Tigers! Check us out next weekend as we will give a in depth preview of the next game and fill out our college football playoff brackets!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us...
2024-12-1035 minTouchdown TexasTexas Beat the Aggies | Rematch vs UGA is SetSend us Fan MailTexas beats Texas A&M 17-7! Shivam & Nick talk about Quinn Ewers the defense suffocating the Aggies, Tre Wisner's huge game, and keys to beat Georgia next week! Check us out postgame next weekend after the Longhorns face off of against the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC Championship Game!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdow...Follow us on Instagram:
2024-12-0138 minTouchdown TexasTexas Takes Care of Kentucky | Eyes SEC Championship GameSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their reactions to the the Horns were able to get the win at Home against Kentucky! Check us out postgame after the Longhorns face Texas A&M on the road!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdown_TexasFollow us on Instagram: / touchdown_texasSupport the show
2024-11-2541 minTouchdown TexasLonghorns Win Ugly vs ArkansasSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their reactions to the defense dominating performance & how the Horns were able to get the win on the road in Arkansas! Check us out postgame after the Longhorns face off of against the Kentucky Wildcats!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdown_TexasFollow us on Instagram: / touchdown_texasSupport the show
2024-11-1728 minTouchdown TexasLonghorns Smoke the Gators | Move to Third in AP PollSend us Fan MailTexas beats Florida 49-17! Shivam & Nick provide their analysis & breakdown of the game! Check us out next weekend after the Longhorns face off of against the Arkansas Razorbacks!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdow...Follow us on Instagram: / touchdown_texasSupport the show
2024-11-1127 minTouchdown TexasSEC QB Rankings | Predicting SEC Championship GameSend us Fan MailShivam & Nick give their SEC QB rankings so far in the season and discuss the standings and who will make the SEC Championship Game! Check us out postgame after the Longhorns face off of against the Florida Gators!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdown_TexasFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/touchdown_texasSupport t...
2024-11-0332 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Ep 6: Final Thoughts on the ElectionNick and Thabiti wrap up season 4 with their final thoughts on the 2024 election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-11-0233 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Ep 5: The Case for Trump/The Case for HarrisNick and Thabiti weigh the arguments for both political candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-3145 minTouchdown TexasNo. 5 Longhorns Win 27-24 vs No. 25 VandySend us Fan MailTexas beats Vanderbilt 27-24! Shivam & Nick talk about Quinn Ewers bounce back game, the offensive & defensive performances and look ahead to the Florida! Check us out postgame after the Longhorns face off of against the Florida Gators!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdow...Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram....Support the show
2024-10-2831 minTouchdown TexasThe Golden Hat Comes Back to Austin | Horns Win 34-3 over SoonersSend us Fan MailTexas beats Oklahoma 34-3! Shivam & Nick talk about Quinn Ewers coming back from injury, the defense dominating performance, and keys to the game to beat Georgia next week! Check us out postgame next weekend after the Longhorns face off of against the Georgia Bulldogs!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdown_TexasFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.c...
2024-10-1334 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Episode 4: The Role of Christian LeadersNick and Thabiti think about how Christian leaders should act in the run-up to the 2024 election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-1251 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Ep 3: The Existential QuestionsNick and Thabiti chop it up about what existential questions they have in relation to the upcoming election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-0838 minTouchdown TexasTexas Rolls ULM Moves to 4-0Send us Fan MailTexas beats ULM 51-3! Shivam & Nick talk about Arch Manning's first start, the offense/defense performance, and if Quinn Ewers will play next week. Check us out live postgame next weekend after the SEC opener. Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live or upload a video. Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdow...Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram....Support the show
2024-09-2228 minTouchdown TexasTexas Lands Number 1 Spot in AP Poll | Update on EwersSend us Fan MailTexas destroys UTSA 56-7! Shivam & Nick talk about how Quinn Ewers injury will impact Texas, Arch Manning's huge game, and the offense/defense performance! Check us out next game postgame next weekend for in depth analysis & breakdowns!Subscribe to our channel and get notifications when we go live!Music:Texas Wealth (Prod by Rod Samba)Follow us on Twitter:https://x.com/Touchdown_TexasFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/touchdown_texas?...Support the show
2024-09-1526 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Episode 2: The Issues at Stake in 2024Nick and Thabiti break down the issues coming up in the current election cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-09-1450 minTouchdown TexasColorado State RecapSend us Fan MailTexas football had a 52-0 dominant win in the season opener! Shivam & Nick talk Quinn Ewers performance, and the offense & defensive players of the game! They also look ahead to the big matchup with the Michigan Wolverines next weekend! Check us out next weekend live from the Texas has Exes Atlanta Chapter watch party postgame!Support the show
2024-09-0223 min
Prophetic PoliticsS4 Episode 1: Where Things StandProphetic Politics is back. It's been a while, but with the upcoming presidential election, Nick and Thabiti thought a third season was in order. This episode is all about where things currently stand and how our Christian witness should influence our political participation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-08-3056 min
Touchdown TexasTouchdown Texas Show Episode 1Send us Fan MailTexas football season is right around the corner! Shivam & Nick talk about who will breakout this year, players to watch on offense & defense, and Texas move to the SEC! Check us out next game postgame after the first game for in depth analysis & breakdowns!Support the show
2024-08-2526 min
The Life @AHEAD PodcastStories of ImpactAHEAD’s vision, our vision, is to make an extraordinary impact on our industry, our clients, and each other. But what does it mean to make an impact? In this episode, we are joined by three remarkable employees who share how they’re making an extraordinary impact on their team, community, and clients. Nick Colyer, a leader who fosters a culture of continuous learning and empowers his team. Shea Allen, a senior recruiter who extends her impact beyond the workplace to support her local community. And Ian Hansen, a Service Account Manager who drives his commitment to making a positive impa...
2023-08-1845 min
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast Church Review | Nick Rodriguez Visits The Well Community | Pastor Brad BellNick Rodriguez tells his Experience visiting The Well Community where Pastor Brad Bell ministers. Josh Hawley is a Campus Pastor at The Well who was a guest on the Podcast also.
This Review is not a "Review", there will be no 5 Stars, 1 Star, Thumbs up or Thumbs down. Just a Story of my Experience. I want to Bless each Church or Ministry as much as Possible!
Josh Hawley was on Episode 11 check it out to learn more about Him-
https://youtu.be/m-49Vn4n1DI
Josh Hawley reall...
2020-10-1816 min
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #15 Rudy G - Fresno Rapper Producer - Plain Kidz Records - Homecoming 2020 - Winter Dreams PT.2 Rudy G is a man on a Mission! He thought up "Plain Kidz" as a young man. Envisioning the Future, Dreams of Making It drove him. San Jose, to Central California, L.A., to here and there... Rudy has finally come HOME.
His passion to help everyone in FRESNO know that we are all Special comes across from His story that he tells here.
I hope you enjoy hearing it in this Episode...
Rudy's Links- https://linktr.ee/RudyG
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/tpkrudyg/
Youtube- https://y...
2020-10-151h 16INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #14 Nick Bradley First Baptist Church of Clovis - Lead Pastor - Rubik's Cube - Clovis Ministry Nick Bradley can't hide his love and adoration towards his Wife. We dive into his love for Football, Dance, and Nerdy things. Theology and Life Lessons are sprinkled through-out. Really unique background for a "Lead" Pastor with no formal seminary type of schooling.
I really found him to be fascinating and holding interesting ideas when it comes to how church should or shouldn't be done. It was a conversation that went way different than expected and I LOVE that!
I hope you enjoy him in this Episode!
2020-10-081h 24
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezRuth Bader Ginsburg | 2020 Presidential Debates | What is Racism | PERSPECTIVE with Nick RodriguezWe talk about what Pastors and Ministry Leaders don’t often talk about! The Political, Cultural and Social topics and stories of the day. We dive in, come with us....
Today's Guests -
Jason Rodriguez is a Home Builder in California and Coffee Enthusiast. You can learn more about him on Episode 4 of The Influencers Podcast.
https://youtu.be/N_YU20E1r5Q
https://www.instagram.com/jpilgrim27/
Hunter Bachman is a Worship Leader, Newlywed, a believer in the Lord. You can learn more about him on Episode of...
2020-10-041h 54INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #13 Jess Visser - Fresno Ministry - The Well Community Church - Woman's Ministry - Monat GlobalJess Visser is a Business Woman who is also the Wife of a Dairy Farmer, Mother to her Own Children and Now also reaching into the Community and Blessing Families in need of Mothers.
Jess is also a Leader in Her Church, The Well Community Church. She is apart of the Coaching Team and the Teaching Team. She has further her Leadership and Teaching abilities venturing into the Business World.
As an Independent Market Partner with Monat Global she has been able to Bless people she wouldn't normally have encountered!
Joyful Jess captured my at...
2020-09-261h 03
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast Review | Nick Rodriguez visits The Well Madera Church | Pastor David HawesNick Rodriguez tells his Experience visiting The Well Madera where Pastor David Hawes ministers. Isaac was the Worship Leader this Saturday Night Service I attended.
This Review is not a "Review", there will be no 5 Stars, 1 Star, Thumbs up or Thumbs down. Just a Story of my Experience. I want to Bless each Church or Ministry as much as Possible!
David was on Episode 10 check it out to learn more about Him-
https://youtu.be/0VbsFJS6Wmk
David is a Man after God's own Heart and I...
2020-09-1922 min
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezNever Forget September 9/11 | NFL Moment of Silence | Creek Fire | PERSPECTIVE with Nick Rodriguez * Jim's audio is not 100% FYI we tried to fix it but had no luck. So we decided to continue and i'm glad we did...
We talk about what Pastors and Ministry Leaders don’t often talk about! The Political, Cultural and Social topics and stories of the day. We dive in, come with us....
Today's Guests -
Missy is a Retail Manager and Stylist. You can learn more about her on Episode #3 of The Influencers Podcast. https://youtu.be/D2xov0iMGy0 https://www.instagram.com/missyv_stylist_/
2020-09-121h 05INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #12 Sybil Kolbert - Fresno Ministry - Bethany Church - Biblical Teacher - Breaking the ChainsSybil is a gifted Teacher and Facilitator who Loves asking those deep questions that help us search out the Truth of who we are. Her passion to help Women started in small ways until we find her leading in so many ways today! Creating ways for women to know God & live into the knowledge of who he created them to be, might be considered her Motto.
Her future is filled with C's, watch and learn what they are in this Episode. I am now looking forward to experiencing The Bethany Church's, Drive-Thru "Journey to Bethlehem" in the n...
2020-09-0857 min
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezKenosha Kyle | Jacob Blake Shooting | Politics in NBA and NFL | PERSPECTIVE with Nick RodriguezToday's Guests -
Jason Rodriguez is a Home Builder in California and Coffee Enthusiast. You can learn more about him on Episode 4 of The Influencers Podcast.
https://youtu.be/N_YU20E1r5Q
https://www.instagram.com/jpilgrim27/
Bret Thomas is a Pastor at First Baptist Church of Clovis and a Proud Bulls Fan. You can learn more about him on Episode 7 of The Influencers Podcast.
https://youtu.be/7kI-5tm1hL0
https://www.instagram.com/bretthomas413/
Nick Rodriguez desires t...
2020-09-062h 04
INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezLOVE, JOY, and PEACE Today | New Show Launching this Weekend | PERSPECTIVE with Nick Rodriguez |Nick Rodriguez desires to create a place to gain PERSPECTIVE on Today's Events, News, Sports, Politics and more! Guests will give their PERSPECTIVE, Listen and ask questions to better understand each other. Let us Lovingly learn how to disagree well. Find common ground if possible. And bring Unity to all of God's Children. Aim for the Stars right? :)
So much HATE, DEPRESSION, and FEAR in the Media today. It's time to replace that with LOVE, JOY, and PEACE! Please help us by sharing whatever content will bless and edify your communities! Give us your P...
2020-09-0404 minINFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #11 Josh Hawley - Fresno Ministry - The Well Community Church - Campus Pastor - Enneagram TestJosh Hawley really has an impressive mind and a skilled Teacher! Campus Pastor at The Well Community Church, Fig Garden Campus I asked him what and how does the Multi-Campus Church operate. He explains what his responsibilities are as a Campus Pastor and a little of the Origin of The Well Church.
Growing up in Pinedale and Fresno he was apart of the BridgeChurch Fresno Church through-out his Childhood. Eventually becoming The Pastor of Community there before being led to The Well. Married with three Boys his Pastoral heart is evident just from talking to him. He c...
2020-09-021h 12INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezIPN #10 David Hawes - Madera Ministry - The Well Madera - Elder Pastor - Garden in the Backyard#nickrodriguez #influencerspodcast #ipn
David is a Man after God's own Heart and I love that about him! He is heavily influenced by his upbringing in the Church, which many times met in peoples homes in the country. His humility is not typical for someone so young and its refreshing!
David seems to exude a Pastors Heart to everyone he encounters, come into his home and you will Tangibly feel the Fruit of the Spirit or at least get to eat some from the garden he tends in the backyard. You...
2020-08-281h 04INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #9 Hunter Bachman - Fresno Ministry - Worship Leader - Newly Wed - Fresno ChurchHunter is a Worship Leader at Fresno Church and Finishing up his Pastoral Studies to become a Licensed Minister. Hunter was Just Married to His Wife Rachael and now both are looking forward to doing God's work together!
We talk Wedding in the Midst of a Pandemic, Honeymoon, Re:generation, Basketball and more! Hunter shares about his Influences that he has had throughout his life. His passion for his brothers and sisters can be felt and his desire for the lost is inspiring!
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2020-08-231h 45INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #8 Dorina Gilmore-Young - Author - Fresno Ministry - Mama - Walk Run Soar BookDorina Gilmore-Young Chasing God's glory down unexpected trails. Author of Cora Cooks Pancit, Mama, remarried widow, Bible teacher, runner, foodie, (in)courage writer.
Dorina believes her path, though not straight or anything like she would have imagined for herself, has been directed from the beginning by God. Come and listen to her tell how she came to Fresno, how she was inspired through both life's tragedies, and blessings... to Walk, Run and Soar!
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2020-08-2053 min
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 9: Why Are We the Way that We Are?Our fearless leader, Thabiti, was absent for this episode. But fear not, Nick and Ben spent the episode exploring why each came to the political conclusions and positions that they did.Works Referenced:The Road to Serfdom by F.A. HayekModernity without Restraint by Eric VoegelinThe Origins of Totalitarianism by Hannah ArendtEichmann in Jerusalem by Hannah ArendtThe Republic by PlatoNichomachean Ethics by AristotleThe Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich EngelsA Theory of Justice...
2020-08-1757 minINFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #7 Bret Thomas - First Baptist Church of Clovis - Clovis Ministry - BSSMBret Thomas is a Pastor at First Baptist Church of Clovis. He is passionate about Men's Ministry, and helping all people be equipped to live a Kingdom Lifestyle. He has an interesting story from being raised in the church but not really hearing the Gospel till he was out of High School.
Military Life, Bible School, Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry, and Family Life is all talked about in this Episode. Bret has a unique perspective on Battling Depression, Encountering the Presence of God for the first time, and learning the value of Discipleship.
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2020-08-161h 43
Prophetic PoliticsBiblical JusticeThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about Biblical justice and how it interacts with secular visions of justice.Show Notes:Tim Keller: A Biblical Critique of Secular Justice and Critical TheoryThis is the article we reference a few times in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-08-101h 01INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #6 Teri Gonzalez - Madera Ministries - Remnant Church International - RCI FresnoTeri Gonzalez lives in Madera, Ca and Ministers all over the Central Valley. Helping to Revive Ministers, and Churches she has been a Blessing to many! Ministering out of her Home, or Outside the 4 walls, she brings the Fire of God with her everywhere she goes!
She is Passionate about helping to bring Revival and uses the lessons she learned through out the years, to now teach and disciple others. She speaks fondly of her time at Jubilee Christian Center in Tulare, Ca. Where in the early 2000's she was able to learn and grow in the Presence of God t...
2020-08-101h 06INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #5 - Jay Bakker - Speaker - Author - Pastor of Revolution Church - MinneapolisJay Bakker lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he is pastor of Revolution, a church that meets in a bowling alley and has a worldwide online audience. He speaks to congregations and other groups all over the country about faith, grace, and his experiences with the underbelly of life and Christianity.
Jay has authored the books Fall to Grace, Son of A Preacher Man, as well as his most recent title, Faith, Doubt, and Other Lines I’ve Crossed: Walking with the Unknown God.
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2020-08-092h 01
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 7: Confederate Statues and How We Understand HistoryThabiti, Nick, and Ben discuss the tearing down of monuments and how we understand the good and the bad in historical figures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-08-031h 05INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #4 - Jason Rodriguez - Entrepreneur - Home Builder - Coffee Enthusiast - FatherJason Rodriguez is my Brother, he is an Entrepreneur, and maybe the person I owe the Most Thanks too, for the Influence and Positive Impact he has had on my life. Coffee is a Pleasure of his right along Pizza and helping peoples live just be better and more enjoyable!
He was born into the Terra Bella, Nazarene Church. And after moving to Porterville around 5 years old continued to attend the Porterville Nazarene Church. A Licensed Minister at a young age, Jason talks about his experiences growing up in the Church and being at one point "A Ship without a Ru...
2020-08-032h 29INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #3 - Missy Valdez - Marketplace Ministry - Hair Stylist - Beauty IndustryMissy has a Passion for spreading Love and Positivity! Both of which pour out of her like a river. She is an atmosphere changer in a big way. Bringing Love, Joy, and Laughter everywhere she goes!
Retail Management and Styling Hair is her Specialty. Missy’s heart is pushing her to move into the Beauty Industry full time! Yay 🎉🎉🎉
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2020-07-301h 14
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 6: The Supreme Court Part 2We're back from our impromptu midseason break! (Which really meant Ben's vacation, what a slacker).In this episode, Ben, Thabiti, and Nick talk about the Supreme Court and various judicial philosophies.Follow us on Twitter @ProphPolitics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-271h 14INFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #2 Joe Buitrago - Fresno Ministry - The Well Church - Iglesia La FuenteJoe Buitrago is a Miracle of God! Born in the second poorest Country in the Western Hemisphere, Nicaragua, Joe Lived in poverty. Grew up in the 1980's under Communism. Growing up in a household lacking a Godly Father caused Instability in the Home.
Which lead His Mother, his Hero, to find her way to America and to return for her Children. Joe made this Journey as a young boy, weeks and weeks until....
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2020-07-2750 min2020-07-2600 minINFLUENCERS PODCAST with Nick RodriguezInfluencers Podcast #1 - Jim Lawrence - Fresno Ministry - Worship Leader - Bag of Skittles - VisionJim Lawrence is a Worshiper, a believer in the Lord. He has been around Fresno, Ca for many years! Apart of many Ministries, Jim, with his BT4W Ministry Services has a lot to offer Local Churches and other Ministries. Jim is apart of "Chosen", a Worship Group and is Excited to Launch a Local Church soon to Bless the Community.
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2020-07-2657 min
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 5: The Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court has long been a focus for Christians and non-Christians alike. This is somewhat unusual for Supreme Courts in democracies. Nick, Thabiti, and Ben discuss the court and how it could change.If you hear some voices in the background, that's Ben's family. Brothers, we are not professionals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-0653 min
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 4: Religious LibertyNick, Thabiti, and Ben talk about religious liberty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-06-2953 min
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 3: Syncretism and Political ReligionNick, Thabiti, and Ben discuss how love of country can be idolatry, what rightly ordered love of country looks like, and what traps Christians fall into regarding syncretism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-06-221h 13
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 2: COVID-19 and its ChallengesThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about what good political leadership looks like in a crisis. They also reflect on the challenges of the pandemic, both as it relates to political questions and policy challenges.Note: This episode is a few weeks old and does not reflect the latest news about COVID-19 and its stats are out of date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-06-1558 min
Prophetic PoliticsS3 Episode 1: How Long O Lord? Talking George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna TaylorThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about the long history of police brutality against African-Americans. There are several policy positions that should be discussed and challenged when thinking about this issue. But more fundamentally for us, how should Christians respond? How do the three of us respond? Apologies for Ben's poor microphone, podcasting in the age of COVID was a bit challenging! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-06-081h 03
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 10: What We Mean When We Say Prophetic PoliticsThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about the meaning of Prophetic Politics and what is distinctly Christian about being prophetic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-02-1238 min
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 9: Criminal Justice ReformT, Nick, and Ben talk about what changes they'd like to see in the U.S. Criminal Justice System. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-02-0354 min
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 8: EpistemologyEpistemology, did I spell that right? How do we know what we know? How can we know what's true as it relates to politics? Nick, Thabiti, and Ben discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-2748 min
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 7: Social InsuranceThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk social insurance, largely health care, and the various perspectives each has on the issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-211h 03
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 6: TaxesSorry for the late upload! Ben's internet was broken. Today. Thabiti gives some Biblical background on taxes while Nick and Ben debate how much taxation is too much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-131h 02
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 5: How We Think About VotingWe're back from our holiday break! Hope ya'll had a great Christmas and happy new year. This week T, Nick, and Ben think out loud about their various grids for how they decide who to vote for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-0651 min
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 4: Impeachment!Impeachment! It's all over the news. Thabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about the mechanism of impeachment, it's history, and why they are grateful for inclusion of impeachment in our governmental system. One note, this episode references an episode on elections, that will be released next week. We switched up the order on ya'll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-12-1650 min
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 3: Voting RightsThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about voting rights in America. They take a quick walk through the history of voting rights, recent changes, and try to evaluate those recent changes in light of scripture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-12-091h 00
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 2: Foreign Policy NerderyTwo foreign policy nerds, Nick and Ben, get to talk about all things realism and liberalism in regards to foreign affairs. Thabiti looks on in amusement. All three of them try to apply Biblical principles to foreign policy debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-12-021h 02
Prophetic PoliticsS2 Episode 1: Reparations, Are they Biblical?In the season 2 kickoff, Thabiti, Ben, and Nick talk reparations, the current debate over them, and how the Bible can help guide that discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-2659 min
2019-07-0310 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 10: Abortion Part 2Thabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about how pro-choice arguments are lacking, what the pro-life movement gets right, and what it could do better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-07-0153 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 9: Abortion Part 1Thabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about the history of abortion, it's cost, and why Christians feel so passionately about this issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-06-2433 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 8: Identity Politics and UsThabiti, Nick, and Ben talk about identity politics and how it is viewed in the political sphere. Are such identities biblical? Anti-biblical? How do questions of identity impact how we relate to one another? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-06-1753 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 7: Political Correctness, Speech, and Scripture.Thabiti, Nick, and the new guy, Ben, talk about political correctness, speech, and how the Bible addresses how we should speak to one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-06-1054 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 6: Race, Racism, and the Church.Thabiti and Nick chop it up over race, racism, and the church. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-06-0346 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 5: ImmigrationIn this episode, Thabiti and Nick break down the topic of immigration. They explore how Scripture informs both of their views on the topic as well as sheds light on personal experiences. While recognizing the government's legitimate right to enforce it's borders, they also explore what a Biblically-informed, Christian position on immigration might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-05-2741 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 4: Gun ControlThis week, Pastor Thabiti and Nick discuss gun control and what the Bible has to say on this topic, if anything, as well as the Biblical principles Christians should consider as they think about this issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-05-2044 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 3: How Should Christians Think about Tribalism in Politics?In this episode, Thabiti and Nick talk about political party as a source of identity, and discuss the dangers of letting that identity supplant our identities as Christians. We talk about the American Founders' approach to political tribalism, how tribalism is deeply rooted in the division of humankind into tribes in Genesis 10, and why saying something as simple as "I am a Republican" or "I am a Democrat" may go too far for a Christian. Finally, we try to give some practical guidance for how to approach political differences within the church.
Biblical references:
Genesis 10 - the Tower of Babel...
2019-05-1335 min
Prophetic PoliticsEpisode 2: Political Philosophies and the BibleIn this episode, Thabiti and Nick provide an overview of an age-old question of politics: what is the role of government? We trace the development of our modern ideas about this to the 18th-century Enlightenment - noting that while it wasn't a Christian phenomenon, Enlightenment thinkers had an uneasy alliance with the church that papered over some of the fault lines we're beginning to see emerge today. We talk about different reasons for government to be bigger or smaller, but note that this specific question is beside the point. The real question is: is government doing what it should do?
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2019-05-0659 min