Mere Christians

Jordan Raynor sits down with Diane Latiker, Founder of Kids Off the Block, to talk about what standing in between an AK-47 and 50 kids will teach you about leadership, how the pandemic has forced leaders to reframe their missions at a higher level, and how seemingly unsolvable problems bring us to greater levels of hustle and trust in God.Links Mentioned:Diane Latiker on LinkedInDiane Latiker on TwitterKids Off The BlockKids Off The BlockCalled to CreateBaker BooksBET Shine the Light AwardGeorge Floyd

Jordan Raynor sits down with Tamika Catchings, Hall of Fame Basketball Player, to talk about how Tamika and Jordan became friends over Called to Create, her surprising answer to the key to mastering her sport, and how mastery and joy have opened up doors for Tamika to share the gospel.Links Mentioned:Tamika Catchings on TwitterTamika Catchings on InstagramTamika Catchings on FacebookTamika CatchingsCatch a StarCatch the Stars FoundationTea’s Me CafeMultiply ConferenceFor an Audience of OneAthletesinActionImage of ExcellenceCalled to CreateMaster of One

Jordan Raynor sits down Greg Brenneman, Exec. Chairman of CCMP Capital, to talk about how leaders can exude hope and absorb fear in times of crisis, the 1 page, 5 step plan he uses for turning around or “turning up” any business, and why in Greg’s words, “revenue growth is next to godliness.”Links Mentioned:Greg BrennemanRight Away & All At OnceCCMP CapitalBurger KingPwC ConsultingQuiznosHome DepotBain CapitalBain & CompanyMitt RomneyErik WeihenmayerFrancis HealyTrammell Crow CompanyDavid BondermanFortune 500Texas Pacific GroupJamie DimonJPMorgan ChaseCraig MenearJoel ManbySeaworldBernard MarcusArthur BlankKen LangoneStrong and WeakAndy CrouchLarry SennSenn DelaneyBaylor College of MedicineAwanaA.W TozerTimothy KellerMennonite Mutual AidDorothy L. SayersSame Kind of Different As Me on AmazonEpisode with Tim KellerEvery Great EndeavorC.S. LewisThe Meaning of MarriageTom ColeNew Canaan SocietyRobert DollNuveenThomas Britton Harris IVTeacher Retirement System of TexasUTIMCO

Jordan Raynor sits down with Harris III, professional illusionist, to talk about why wonder is essential for mastery at work, why he (and many of the shows other guests) refuse to wear the mastery label, and how Harris and Jordan geek out over circadian rhythms while sleeping and working.Links Mentioned:Harris IIIHarris III on TwitterHarris III on InstagramDavid CopperfieldAaron SorkinThe West WingThe Social NetworkA Few Good MenMarshall McLuhanThe Wonder SwitchRoald DahlAtomic HabitsThe Artist’s WayFull Focus PlannerDeep WorkRiseWhy We SleepFitbitThe War of ArtThe Reason for GodMindset: The New Psychology of SuccessSeth GodinJordan Raynor BookshelfBrad Montague

Jordan Raynor sits down with Andrew Campbell, Master Craftsman and Owner of Beaver Hill Woodcrafters, to talk about how mediocre work takes the Lord’s name in vain, how to calm “the cocktail party inside our minds,” and the death of ambition and the value of living a “quiet life.”Links Mentioned:Beaver Hill Woodcrafters on InstagramRed Gypsy Wagon AirbnbYouth DynamicsOutliers: The Story of SuccessMalcolm Gladwell on TwitterThe Tipping PointMaster of OneDeep WorkGood WorkInto the Silent LandJordan Raynor Bookshelf

Jordan Raynor sits down with Kevin and Sam Sorbo, Film and Television Actors, to talk about why we must focus on mastering our crafts before we push any particular agenda, Kevin’s conversation with Johnny Depp about watching your own work and, how to “put miles on the car” on the path to mastery.Links Mentioned:Kevin SorboKevin Sorbo on TwitterSam SorboSam Sorbo on TwitterHercules: The Legendary JourneysGod’s Not DeadGuthrie TheatreAndromedaUniversal StudiosWhat IfUnplannedSoul SurferLet There Be LightKilling KennedyKilling EnglandKilling LincolnThey’re Your KidsJim CaviezelTrue Faith

Jordan Raynor sits down with Jenna Fortier, Founder of PASTA - Peers and Students Taking Action, to talk about her genius habit of emailing God her prayers, why the truth that you can’t be anything you want to be is paradoxically freeing, and how to use being relatively unknown to your advantage at work.Links Mentioned:Jenna Fortier on LinkedInJenna Fortier on TwitterPeers and Students Taking Action (PASTA)High Point UniversityBrett HaglerStrong and WeakMaster of OneCalled to CreateThreshold 360Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessEvery Good EndeavorThe Go-GiverGood the GreatBuilt to LastGreat by ChoiceJordan Raynor BookshelfSheryl J. Anderson

Jordan Raynor sits down with Phil Corson, Senior Product Manager at 7shifts, to talk about the value of literally “doing what your customer does” in order to cultivate empathy, how to get deep work done in a collaborative office environment, and how Phil and his team are using software to be the hands and feet of Jesus.Links Mentioned:Phil Corson on LinkedInPhil Corson on Twitter7shiftsThreshold 360GasBuddyThe Lean StartupMaster of OneTeamworthy VenturesCalled to CreateMister RogersWhy We BuyFaithTechJames KellyDoug Gehman on TwitterBefore You QuitAngela DuckworthMoody PublishersMalcolm Gladwell

Jordan Raynor sits down with Chris Basham, Lead Pastor of The Church at Odessa, to talk about why our sometimes “insufficient” view of the gospel leads to a bad theology of work, how gaps in between creation and delivery of content lead to great analogies, and how every job—even trash collection—brings us closer to Eden.Links Mentioned:Chris BashamChurch at OdessaTim KellerThe Gospel According to PaulJohn MacArthurThe Gospel According to GodKnowing GodJ.I. PackerMaster of OneJohn PiperN.T WrightJen WilkinC.S LewisDavid PlattSurprised by HopeDesiring GodCounter CultureDon’t Waste Your LifeJohn Cordova

Jordan Raynor sits down with Mike Maihack, Graphic Novelist, to talk about why Mike initially declined an offer from Dreamworks, how the Old Testament’s “slow crawl to Jesus” inspires Mike’s stories, and how we can all—regardless of our vocations—think about “writing characters, not Christians.”Links Mentioned:Mike MaihackMike Maihack on InstagramMike Maihack on YouTubeMike Maihack on TwitterCleopatra in Space TV SeriesScholasticDreamWorksPeacockBoneChronicles of NarniaThe Lord of the RingsStephen LawheadToy StoryComic-ConRyan HolidayStar Wars: The Empire Strikes BackBrick by Brick: Principles for Achieving Artistic MasteryUnderstanding ComicsJordan Raynor BookshelfJon Acuff

Jordan Raynor sits down with Mike Arrieta, Founder of Garden City, to talk about how he became the #1 Cutco salesperson at the age of 17, the 3 things he looks for when investing in businesses, and how excellence and distinction serve as calling cards for Christians.Links Mentioned:Mike Arrieta on LinkedInMike Arrieta on TwitterGarden CityBrett HaglerNew StoryCutcoZig ZiglarDocuSignThe University of AlabamaWiseDell TechnologiesY CombinatorMaster of OneAtomic HabitsAbideGarden CityJohn Mark ComerServiceMasterBerkshire HathawayYouVersion: Essential Workers in the KingdomThe Good Jobs StrategyZeynep Ton on TwitterManaged by QWeWorkHorst SchulzeLove DoesSacred PaceExcellence WinsJordan Raynor BookshelfGeorge W. BushThe Bush Years: Family, Duty, PowerDecision Points41: A Portrait of My Father

Jordan Raynor sits down with Lou Holtz, Fmr. Head Coach of Notre Dame football, to talk about the keys to mastering the art of coaching, the simple “WIN” framework he uses for budgeting his time, and his three rules for a good, God-glorifying life.Links Mentioned:Lou Holtz on TwitterNotre Dame Fighting IrishWoody HayesSee You At The TopJordan Raynor BookshelfBen CarsonMark Twain

Jordan Raynor sits down with Glo Atanmo, a world-class travel blogger, to talk about how she turned $500 after graduating college into a hugely profitable travel blog, the important difference between “learn from me” and “look at me” content, and how to stop comparing your “Chapter 1” to others’ “Chapter 20” when you’re starting up.Links Mentioned:Glo Atanmo on LinkedInGlo Atanmo on InstagramGlo Atanmo on TwitterAlly Resource GuideAirbnbHorst SchulzeThe Ritz-CarltonXangaThe Blog AbroadRyanaireasyJetMaster of OneJoel ManbyClay HebertShooting Death of Ahmaud ArberyThe Miracle MorningCalm (App)High Performance HabitsThe InvitationEssentialismThe Power of NowJordan Raynor BookshelfTim TebowCommunity for Redemptive Entrepreneurs

Jordan Raynor sits down with Beth Stafford and Jeremy Slagle, Children’s Book Author & Illustrator, to talk about how we can learn to celebrate the wins of others, why empathy is key to mastering any vocation, and the types of side-hustles that can improve your “one thing.”Links Mentioned:Happy Cargo BooksBeth Stafford on LinkedInSlagle DesignJeremy Slagle on InstagramJeremy Slagle on TwitterThe Jesus Storybook BibleLuke FlowersEric CarleMo WillemsOliver JeffersKarma WilsonBecauseSkillshareJordan RaynorJordan Raynor’s DevotionalsCalled to CreateCapital GainesGet WeirdDavid and GoliathHinds' Feet on High PlacesJesus Through Middle Eastern EyesChris Pratt on TwitterBrian GodawaTo End All WarsVivian MaierFinding Vivian Maier

Jordan Raynor sits down with Dave Hataj, Owner of Edgerton Gear, Inc., to talk about what it means for our work that Jesus talked far more about his Kingdom than about “being saved,” how apprenticeships give you wisdom, while info products give you knowledge, and what Scripture says about our work lasting into eternity.Links Mentioned:Jordan RaynorMaster of OneDave HatajEdgerton Gear, Inc.Good WorkThe Road Back to YouThe Fisherman’s Lady / The Marquis’ SecretJordan Raynor’s Bookshelf

Jordan Raynor sits down with Dee Ann Turner, Former VP of Talent at Chick-fil-A, to discuss Jordan’s previously untold experience going through the hiring process at Chick-fil-A, the importance of choosing a spouse who will collaborate, rather than compete professionally, and the power of the “What’s your story?” question for creating empathy and understanding.Links Mentioned:Dee Ann TurnerBet on TalentChick-fil-ADee Ann Turner on TwitterIt's My PleasureCarly FiorinaSheryl SandbergLiz WisemanTrillion Dollar CoachBill CampbellEric SchmidtIntegrityHenry CloudMike PenceCalled to CreateMaster of One

Jordan Raynor sits down with Michelle Myers, Founder of she works His way, to talk about how to under-promise and over-deliver in order to create superfans, what Paul’s growing humility in the New Testament means for our work, and the danger in our man-made term, “servant-leader.”Links Mentioned:Michelle MyersShe Works HIS WayDave RamseyTim KellerThreshold 360BombBombLoomBonjoroDeep WorkMaster of OneHorst SchultzeLet Me Be a WomanPrayer: The Timeless Secret of High Impact LeadersDr. James Andrews on Facebook

Jordan Raynor sits down with Alec Avierinos, 2X World Champion obstacle course racer, to talk about what happens to you mentally when you run a 24-hour obstacle race, how hobbies can make us more masterful at our vocations, and why you should “write your vision in pen and your plans in pencil.”Links Mentioned:Alec AvierinosAlec Avierinos on LinkedInOCR World ChampionshipsSpartan RaceTough Mudder3inONE Health Kickstart challengeJokes Aside gymThe Bible AppCraig GroeschelCalled to CreateDave YarnesAn Introduction to the Three Circle StrategyGavin Porter’s courseHorst Schulze

Jordan Raynor sits down with Tim Newton, Senior Creative Officer at Ramsey Solutions, to talk about how Nike, Apple, and Disney have built “transcendent brands” by mimicking personal friendships, how Tim’s faith fuels his passionate hatred of certain brands, and how you can open up space and time for God to speak into your work.Links Mentioned:Tim Newton on LinkedInRamsey SolutionsDave RamseyNikeAppleDisneyRamsey Live EventsLuke LeFevre on LinkedInShoe DogPhil KnightChristy WrightChris HoganMaster of OneSoul KeepingThe Ride of a LifetimeLet My People Go SurfingPatagonia21 Irrefutable Laws of LeadershipMarvelLucasfilmESPNDeshaun WatsonSho Baraka on SpotifyLecrae

Jordan Raynor sits down with Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, one of the world’s leading climate scientists, to talk about why climate change is a pro-life issue, how the “expressed word” of God’s creation aligns with the “written word” of Scripture, and how combating climate change can help Christians provide food, clean water, and shelter to the world’s most vulnerable populations.Links Mentioned:Dr. Katharine HayhoeDr. Katharine Hayhoe on TwitterDr. Katharine Hayhoe TED TalkGlobal Weirding with Katharine Hayhoe (YouTube)Timothy KellerFrancis CollinsPlymouth Brethren Christian ChurchInterVarsity Graduate Christina FellowshipStephen CoveyEvangelical Environmental NetworkHeavenElaine EcklundThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate ChangeThe Evangelicals

Jordan Raynor sits down with Andy Le Peau, a lifelong editor and author of Write Better, to talk about how the gospel gives us the courage to create and stop creating, the wisdom of taking all your vacation at the same time, and how "the idol of individualism” can impact our work.Links Mentioned:Andy Le PeauWrite BetterAndy Unedited BlogInterVarsity PressAndy CrouchN.T. WrightChristianity TodaySteve JobsScott KaufmanEvery Good EndeavourCulture MakingJohn Mark ComerThe Ruthless Elimination of HurryWilliam ZinsserPlaying GodStrong and Weak

Jordan Raynor sits down with his dad, Tom Raynor, a world-class salesperson turned entrepreneur, to talk about what Jordan learned while frequently going to work with his dad as a kid, what is takes to be in the top 1% of sales performers in a massive industry, and how Jordan’s dad earned the nickname Claw-Pa.Links Mentioned:Nu Vista Foods GroupMaster of OneCalled to Create

Jordan Raynor sits down with Emily P. Freeman, bestselling author of The Next Right Thing, to talk about her response to The Next Right Thing in Frozen II, the genius of “theme days” on your calendar, and how to avoid the temptation to “fake mastery.”Links Mentioned:Emily P. FreemanEmily P. Freeman on TwitterThe Next Right Thing PodcastThe Next Right Thing“The Next Right Thing” Song on YouTubeKristen Bell on TwitterThe Walt Disney CompanyUniversity of North Carolina GreensboroAnnie DownsB.J. Novak on TwitterGreg DanielsTim FerrissOprahMaster of OneParks and RecreationJohn OrtbergHope*WritersThreshold 360Dallas WillardThe Ruthless Elimination of HurryThe Good and Beautiful God SeriesTo Bless the Space Between UsCandace Cameron BureJames Bryan Smith on Twitter

Jordan Raynor sits down with N.T. Wright, whom Newsweek has called “the world’s leading New Testament scholar,” to talk about why Paul is “rolling over in his grave” over the Church’s response to George Floyd and systemic racism, the danger in the Church’s overemphasis on “saving souls,” and how the work we do today can physically last into eternity.Links Mentioned:NT WrightN.T. Wright on TwitterTimothy KellerGod and the PandemicChristianity Offers No Answers About the CoronavirusZondervanHistory and EschatologyPaul: A BiographyWilliam WilberforceSurprised by HopeE.P. SandersRomans DisarmedBrian J. WalshSylvia KeesmaatHaley Goranson JacobConformed to the Image of His SonDominion: The Making of the Western MindEchoes of Scripture in the GospelsScot McKnight

Jordan Raynor sits down with Joon (J.S.) Park, Hospital Chaplain and author, to talk about how the Lord moved him from a “devout atheist” to a hospital chaplain, the three phone habits he employs that positively affect his mental health, and how God’s sovereignty is manifested through the “miracle” of our work.Links Mentioned:Joon ParkJoon Park on InstagramJoon Park on TwitterThe Voices We CarryCleopatra in SpaceJordan RaynorMaster of OneMade to StickZora Neale HurstonTimothy KellerEvery Good EndeavorBeing MortalChris Pratt on InstagramMoody Publishers

Jordan Raynor sits down with Sheryl Anderson, Showrunner of Netflix’s #1 new show, Sweet Magnolias, to talk about Netflix’s reaction to the Christian characters Sheryl wrote into this megahit show, how we can model Jesus’s “gospel subtext” as we tell great stories through our work, and how to give and take great “notes” of feedback.Links Mentioned:Jordan RaynorSheryl J. Anderson on IMDBSheryl J. Anderson on TwitterSweet Magnolias Master of One: Find and Focus on the Work You Were Created to DoThe Hollywood Standard: The Complete and Authoritative Guide to Script Format and StyleAdventures in the Screen Trade: A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting

Jordan Raynor sits down with Noah Elias, to talk about how to make space to hear the “screaming whisper” of God, the most common disciplines of highly successful creatives, and how Christ-followers can work for a “100X” eternal reward.Links Mentioned:Noah EliasNoah Elias on InstagramNoah Elias on TwitterNoah Elias on LinkedIn31 Disciplines of Highly Successful CreativesCal NewportTimothy KellerArtCenter College of DesignWHOOPDavid AllenGetting Things DoneStephen R. CoveyThe Law of RewardsWild at HeartWar of Art, TheHeavenNorman Rockwell

Jordan Raynor sits down with Duane Blasdel, Camp Director at Mapleridge Ranch, to talk about what Duane did to increase his camper retention rate from 40% to 80%, why boards of advisors are so valuable and how to easily build one, and his powerful testimony of seeing God do “immeasurably more” than he could imagine in his work.Links Mentioned: Duane Blasdel on LinkedInDuane Blasdel on TwitterMapleridgeJordan RaynorMaster of OneCalled to CreateStartup StoriesStandoutGood to GreatGarden CityDeep WorkBasecampThe Ruthless Elimination of HurryThe Circle MakerDo OverKanye WestJon Acuff

Jordan Raynor sits down with Lindsey Ray, a nurse practitioner, to talk about why “obedient absence” from your kids is better than “disobedient presence,” how to avoid envy of other people’s callings, and Jordan’s life-changing hire that Lindsey plans to copy (and you can too).Links Mentioned:The Happy HourPopcastThe Bible BingeFSUUniversity of North FloridaThe Bible RecapThe West WingChristy NockelsThe Insanity of God The Freedom of Self-ForgetfulnessFixer Uppers

Jordan Raynor sits down with Will Weatherford, former Speaker of the Florida House, to talk about the insane plane crash that changed his life his first day working in politics, why politics is a reflection of culture rather than a driver of it, and how the Church can approach 2020 in a different, less polarizing way.Links Mentioned:Will Weatherford on TwitterWeatherford CapitalGavin Newsom on TwitterGary VaynerchukRodel Fellowships in Public LeadershipAllan G BenseMarco Rubio on TwitterJeb Bush on TwitterSam Weatherford on LinkedInDrew Weatherford on LinkedInPayItThreshold 360Master of OneUncle Tom's CabinFrom Moral Majority to 'Prophetic Minority'Culture MakingMargarita RomoDonald J. Trump on TwitterPaul RyanAndreessen HorowitzGritStart With WhyThe Speed of TrustTony DungyDJ Snell

Jordan Raynor sits down with Joel Manby, Former CEO of SeaWorld, to talk about the brilliant 2X2 matrix Joel used to measure goals and values in tandem, how Christians can “lead with love” during times of crisis, and the steep price Joel paid for losing sight of the gospel at work.Links Mentioned:2X2 matrix to measure "do goals" and "be goals"Jordan RaynorMaster of OneMy BookshelfJoel ManbyLove WorksLove Works by Joel Manby FacebookGeneral MotorsHerschend Family EntertainmentDollywoodStone MountainSeaWorldBlackfishSara BareillesGoodbye Yellow Brick RoadThe WaitressElton JohnChick-fil-AJim CollinsPeter DruckerZoomWall Street JournalPETATim KellerSix FlagsDolly PartonThe Good Jobs StrategyTony de MelloThe Way to LoveGordon MacDonaldHarvard Business School

Jordan Raynor sits down with Dr. Gisela Kreglinger, a wine expert & theologian, to talk about her “passion for reclaiming food and wine as spiritual gifts,” what Jesus’s first miracle of turning water into wine means for our work today, and why “relinquishing control” is essential to mastering wine-making and any other vocational discipline.Links Mentioned:Dr. Gisela KreglingerDr. Gisela Kreglinger on InstagramDr. Gisela Kreglinger on LinkedInThe Soul of WineSamford UniversitySurprised by HopeThe Spirituality of Wine The GardenerWendell BerrySabbathFor the Life of the WorldThe Body Keeps the ScorePeter HarrisA Rocha

Jordan Raynor sits down with Brett Hagler, Co-founder of New Story, to talk about New Story’s innovative solution to preventing homelessness during the COVID-19 crisis, Brett’s personal testimony about vocational mastery making the gospel winsome, and why A-players attract other A-players to your team.Links Mentioned:Jordan's Link on New StoryBrett HaglerNew StoryThe NeighborhoodMaster of OneFastCompanyY CombinatorGoldman SachsForbesFlorida State UniversityIconNew Story Apple TV EpisodeCharity: waterScott HarrisonViktoria HarrisonHow Google WorksTeach For AmericaPassionMaya MooreJim CollinsThe Ruthless Elimination of HurrySoul KeepingThe Return of the Prodigal SonProdigal GodMichael ArrietaGarden City

Jordan Raynor sits down with Tim Keller, Founder of Redeemer Presbyterian Church, to talk about how the Church should respond to COVID-19, which of his books he hoped would reach a wider audience, and how creatives like Lecrae and C.S. Lewis have made art that points to God’s “Master Narrative” for the world.Links Mentioned:Master of OneTimothy KellerTimothy Keller on TwitterRedeemer Presbyterian ChurchThe Reason for GodThe Prodigal GodEvery Good EndeavorThe Meaning of MarriageReformed Theological SeminaryRedeemer City to CityUncommon GroundJohn InazuTo Change the WorldLecraeC.S. Lewis The Lion, The Witch, and The WardrobeThe Great DivorceScrewtape LettersMere ChristianityDouglas GreshamFrancis CollinsJordan Raynor Bookshelf

Jordan Raynor sits down with Ruth Chou Simons, founder of GraceLaced, to talk about what good, righteous, gospel-driven ambition looks like in our work, how the simple creative connection of “depth and beauty” allowed Ruth to create something unique in the world, and how to think about our work as a generous gift to the world.Links Mentioned:Ruth Chou SimonsRuth Chou Simons on TwitterGraceLacedGraceLaced (book)Beholding and BecomingECPA Christian Book AwardMorning and EveningCharles SpurgeonThe Valley of Vision12 Ways Your Phone is Changing YouRifle Paper Co.Anna Bond on LinkedIn

Jordan Raynor sits down with Shundrawn Thomas, President of Northern Trust Asset Management, to talk about how to gracefully renegotiate commitments when you’re overwhelmed, why commitment is what makes a calling, and how to find joy in the job you already have.Links Mentioned:Shundrawn ThomasShundrawn Thomas on TwitterNorthern TrustDiscover Joy in WorkMorgan StanleyMaster of OneGallupThe 4 Hour WorkweekTim FerrissMalcolm GladwellTrillion Dollar CoachBill Campbell9 Lies About WorkThe Infinite GameSimon SinekDave RamseyWhat Does Your Soul Love?Bet on TalentDee Ann Turner

Jordan Raynor sits down with Sam Eitzen, Co-founder of Snapbar, to talk about the genius of learning entrepreneurship on someone else’s dime, how you can win at business by “caring about the boring stuff,” and why there’s no such thing as a “Christian business.”Links Mentioned:Sam Eitzen on LinkedInSam Eitzen on TwitterThe SnapBarInc.The Missional EntrepreneurRhino Camera GearCESMaster of OneSayfie ReviewThreshold 360Jeff Bezos on TwitterGood to GreatThe E-Myth RevisitedMalcolm Gladwell on TwitterPatrick Lencioni on TwitterThe AdvantageGlobal Leadership Summit

Jordan Raynor sits down with Mark Fincannon, an Emmy Award-winning casting director, to talk about how casting a TV show works week-in week-out, the incredible story behind casting End of the Spear (the story of Jim Elliot), and how Christians can “impose hope” rather than their explicit faith in film.Links Mentioned:Mark FincannonEmmy AwardsSteven SpielbergGeorge Lucas David LynchRayThe Blind SideSandra BullockHomelandDawson's CreekOne Tree Hill NashvilleEnd of the SpearJim ElliottOscars1917ParasiteFoxThe ResidentCBSNBCWells FargoDick Clark Killers ThreeBonnie & ClydePeanutsStroker AceBurt ReynoldsLoni AndersonFrank Capra Jr.Stephen KingFirestarterDino De LaurentiisIt Happened One NightOne Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestKing KongDe Laurentiis Entertainment GroupWycliffe Bible TranslatorsThe MissionFrom the Earth to the MoonHBOTom HanksNASARay CharlesC.S. LewisThe Case for ChristMike VogelAaron SorkinThe West WingCarly FiorinaNetflixDisney+Michael van DykeParadigmRalph WinterX-MenSame Kind of Different as MeGreg KinnearRenée ZellwegerWhat's So Amazing About Grace?Philip YanceyRory NolandHeart of the Artist Willow CreekBill HybelsThe Devil is in Pew Number SevenRebecca AlonzoAnthony HopkinsThe Two PopesFred RogersHollywood Reporter RoundtableMaxwell King

Jordan Raynor sits down with Kristin Molenaar, Founder of YesBossVA, to talk about how to delegate well, habits for “starting days slowly,” and why less is sometimes more when it comes to consuming content.Links Mentioned:Kristin Molenaar on LinkedInYesBoss VASumo MayaHireMyMomThreshold 360Richard Branson on TwitterThe Ruthless Elimination of HurryEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessClockworkMarshawn Evans DanielsCalled to CreateMaster of One

Jordan Raynor sits down with Mignon Francois, Founder of The Cupcake Collection, to talk about their quest for the best donut on earth, the benefits of not raising capital, and how to earn the right to be mentored by the world’s most masterful people.Links Mentioned:Jordan RaynorMaster of OneCalled to CreateMignon FrancoisThe Cupcake CollectionThe Cupcake Collection TwitterTripAdvisorBlack Enterprise MagazineBAM 323Donut PalaceChris' DonutsGibson's DonutsHole in One DonutsFirecakesEntrepreneur CenterCatalystThreshold 360The West WingThe Successful Principles

Jordan Raynor sits down with David Block, Founder of Previnex, to talk about the leap of faith David took to give away vitamins to malnourished children before it made sense financially, the wild story about how 3 separate street preachers in 3 separate subway cars helped lead David to Christ, and what Abraham and Joseph can teach us about patience in our work.Links Mentioned:Master of OneJordan RaynorJordan Raynor on TwitterJordan Raynor EmailDavid Block on LinkedInDavid Block on TwitterPrevinexWall Street JournalTOMSPepperdineScott Harrisoncharity: waterThe 80/20 PrincipleEssentialismGreg BrennamanContinentalJim CollinsGreat By ChoiceScott StephensonVeriskForbesElon MuskJeff BezosCheryl BachelderCitibankRob PelinkaLA Lakers

Jordan Raynor sits down with Maxwell King, Author of The Good Neighbor (the first full-length biography of Fred Rogers) to talk about how Fred “rehearsed” each day through prayer, which books Fred was reading on his deathbed, and the transformative moment in which Fred realized his work was ministry.Links Mentioned:Maxwell KingFred RogersMr. Rogers’ NeighborhoodThe Good NeighborThe Pittsburgh FoundationThe Fred Rogers CenterThe Philadelphia InquirerWon't You Be My Neighbor?The Heinz EndowmentsJoanne RogersRollins CollegeThe Pittsburgh Theological SeminaryDr. Margaret McFarlandDr. Berry BrazeltonDr. Benjamin SpockErik EriksonSesame StreetPittsburgh Athletic AssociationWQEDJohn Mark ComerThe Ruthless Elimination of HurryHenri Nouwen

Jordan Raynor sits down with Carly Fiorina, former CEO of HP and 2016 presidential hopeful, to talk about her fond (and not so fond) memories of the campaign trail, the difference between following a path and following a plan for your career, and how technology played a role in drawing Carly closer to Christ.Links Mentioned:Carly FiorinaHewlett-PackardFind Your WayBy Example PodcastThe Good NeighborJohn MaxwellCalled to CreateMaster of One

Jordan Raynor sits down with Chris Perry, the Lead Researcher for Jordan’s latest book, Master of One. In this conversation, Jordan and Chris talk through their process for researching and writing Master of One, how the promise of Heaven on Earth should shape our work today, and the value of a weekly “mind dump.”Links Mentioned:Chris Perry on LinkedinChris Perry on InstagramMaster of One on AmazonYouVersionDavid BoudiaFred RogersTony DungyMonday Night BrewingBrett HaglerNew StoryCalled to CreateAntoni GaudíEvernoteJeff Heck on TwitterJeff Heck on Call to MasteryBob Horton on LinkedInC. S. LewisJohn Mark ComerJohn Mark Comer on Call to MasteryThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry on AmazonChristy Adams on Call to MasteryMissy Magnussen WallaceMissy Wallace on Call to MasteryPraxisLectio Divina - Bible SocietyThe Art of ManlinessGetting Things DoneSurprised by HopeN.T WrightTimothy KellerDesiring the Kingdom on AmazonYou Are What You Love on AmazonAmusing Ourselves to Death on AmazonInvisible CreatureKevin DeYoungThe Biggest Story on AmazonMalcolm GladwellThe Tipping Point on AmazonDavid and Goliath on AmazonJordan RaynorJordan Raynor on TwitterJordan Raynor’s email

Jordan Raynor sits down with Luke LeFevre, Chief Creative Officer at Ramsey Solutions, to discuss how a copy of Called to Create at Goodwill led to their meeting, the importance of hiring mission-focused people, and why Luke so strongly recommends journaling to anyone looking to master the art of leadership.Links Mentioned:Luke's tips on journalingLuke LeFevreLuke LeFevre on LinkedInLuke LeFevre on TwitterRamsey Solutions Jordan Raynor Jordan Raynor on LinkedIn Master of OneRoyal Caribbean La Sagrada Familia Called to CreateDouglas Gresham Pearl Jam John Grisham Threshold 360 Casey Cox on LinkedIn Rachel Cruze Netflix Hulu Ken Coleman The Dave Ramsey ShowThe War of ArtThe Inner Voice of Love Wild at Heart I Don’t Want to Talk About It Denzel Washington God and Hamilton

Jordan Raynor sits down with Douglas Gresham, C.S. Lewis's stepson and Executive Producer of Disney and Netflix's Narnia series, to share a detailed account of C.S. Lewis’s daily routines as he pursued mastery of his craft, Doug’s surprising first encounter with his soon-to-be stepdad at the age of 8, and which Lewis book Doug gives away most frequently.Pre-order Jordan's new book, Master of One, and enter to win a European cruise for two, dinner with Jordan in Barcelona, and a private tour of the magnificent La Sagrada Familia: https://jordanraynor.com/tripLinks Mentioned:Douglas GreshamThe C.S. Lewis CompanyLenten Lands‘Till We Have FacesMaster of OneThe Lion, The Witch and the WardrobeOut of The Silent PlanetPerelandraI Can Only ImagineA Grief ObservedRalph WinterJack’s LifeJoy Davidman

Jordan Raynor sits down with his good friend Christy Adams, a masterful educator, to talk about why finding your “one thing” requires a ton of career experimentation, the importance of getting feedback from those you serve (even if they’re middle schoolers), and how the Lord grants us power as we achieve mastery of our crafts.Pre-order Jordan's new book, Master of One, and enter to win a European cruise for two, dinner with Jordan in Barcelona, and a private tour of the magnificent La Sagrada Familia: https://jordanraynor.com/tripLinks Mentioned:Christy Adams on FacebookJeff HeckMonday Night BrewingMaster of OneCalled to CreateUniversity of GeorgiaMark TwainRangeDavid EpsteinGritAngela DuckworthSherron WatkinsEnronStephen King11/22/63James FrancoLittle Blue TruckJen WilkinHarry Potter and the Goblet of FireKanye WestC.S. Lewis

Jordan Raynor sits down with Stefan Kunz, internationally acclaimed artist and hand letterer, to talk about how Stefan thinks about being open about his faith even when working with non-Christian clients at places like Apple and Coca-Cola, what Stefan’s routines are that enable him to consistently produce great art, and how Stefan’s “30 Days of Bible Lettering” challenge took off. This episode also includes a bonus conversation with Aundi Kolber, author of Try Softer.Pre-order Jordan's new book, Master of One, and enter to win a European cruise for two, dinner with Jordan in Barcelona, and a private tour of the magnificent La Sagrada Familia: https://jordanraynor.com/tripLinks Mentioned:Stefan Kunz Stefan Kunz on InstagramStefan Kunz on TwitterAundi Kolber Aundi Kolber on TwitterJordan Raynor Jordan Raynor on LinkedIn Master of OneRoyal Caribbean La Sagrada Familia Called to CreateYouVersion Antoni Gaudi Dr. Anders Ericsson Atomic HabitsFitBitStar Alliance30 Days of Bible LetteringAppleCoca-Cola Love DoesEverybody Always Building a Story Brand Excellence WinsJustin BieberChance The RapperEllen Selena GomezJonas BrothersTry Softer

Jordan Raynor sits down with his literary agent, DJ Snell, to talk about how to get a book deal with no platform, the impact Payne Stewart’s death had on DJ’s career, and the Church’s overemphasis on the depravity of man. This episode also includes a bonus conversation with Drew Dyck, author of Your Future Self Will Thank You.Pre-order Jordan's new book, Master of One, and enter to win a European cruise for two, dinner with Jordan in Barcelona, and a private tour of the magnificent La Sagrada Familia: https://jordanraynor.com/tripLinks Mentioned:DJ Snell on LinkedInLegacyDrew DyckYour Future Self Will Thank You Jordan Raynor Jordan Raynor on LinkedIn Master of OneRoyal Caribbean Called to CreateTony Dungy on TwitterPayne Stewart Jerry MaguireJoe Gibbs Mark McCormack Arnold Palmer Quiet Strength The Jay Leno Show Barnes & Noble LifeWay Thomas Nelson Zondervan WaterBrook & Multnomah Baker Publishing GroupC.S. LewisN. T. Wright Wild at Heart The Lord of the Rings The Chronicles of Narnia Dolly Parton John Mark Comer The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

Jordan Raynor sits down with Carey Nieuwhof, Founding Pastor of Connexus Church, to talk about the seven greatest challenges nobody expects, but everyone experiences, how we can be “dealers of hope” through our work, and how Carey made himself a morning person.Links Mentioned:Carey NieuwhofConnexus ChurchCarey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastJohn OrtbergToronto Film FestivalToronto Christmas MarketUniversity of TorontoKnox CollegeUniversity CollegeJordan PetersonDiablo’sJim CareyMike MyersDrakeThe Barenaked LadiesThe WeekendShania TwainCeline DionNorth Point ChurchReggie JoinerAndy StanleyMaster of OneOsgoodeFan 590Didn’t See it ComingAtticus FinchEmmerson EggerichsSeinfeldThe High Impact LeaderTony DungyC.S. LewisDouglas GreshamScott HarrisonCharity: WaterTed TurnerBill GatesJim Collins Good to GreatJohn AcuffCal NewportJohn MayerHamiltonN.T. WrightSurprised by HopeHenri NouwenThe Genesee DiaryPatrick LencioniThe AdvantageCloud and TownsendNecessary EndingsJohn CalvinThe InstitutesMichael ServetusThreshold 360Preorder Jordan’s Book