Marshall Teague has an extremely diverse portfolio in his acting career from Roadhouse, to Walker Texas Ranger, to other familiar action movies, as well sci-fi and meaningful dramas. It was a privilege to dive into his mind and experiences to glean from his wealth of knowledge.

CHAPTERS:

00:00-Intro

00:37-What about your history are you most proud of?

04:23-What's it like to become various characters and come home to be you?

08:06-Who are actors you've worked with who have inspired you and taught you?

09:36-On Denzel Washington

10:41-On actors going viral for anger on set

12:13-In what ways do you improve in your craft?

13:42-Don't act. Become.

16:53-On actors portraying real people and true stories.

18:51-What's the most challenging character you've had to become?

22:09-Acting in film versus stage plays

24:04-Acting for television

26:48-On sustainably being in acting for so long

29:02-Pushback on being an actor

32:17-Screen acting versus voice acting

35:41-Original Roadhouse versus Amazon Prime's

43:04-On saying no to people

44:00-Faith in the music industry

46:16-On being hit by a helicopter

47:52-Most interesting locations

52:40-Marriage advice to newly weds

56:12-Outro

Dave Russell is the lead graphic at OtterBox and has served exclusive graphics to clients such as Target, AT&T, Verizon, Real Tree, NFL, Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Lucas Film. He also has a passion project on YouTube and Instagram as a custom toy creator. This was an inspiring conversation and the bottom line is to know your gifts and calling from God, work really hard at them, and don't give up on what you're passionate about. Just show up and do what you do best. Check him out at - https://www.youtube.com/@UCC9D_x_vTIaWrtO6Nb07ARw https://www.instagram.com/dr._toys/

Rachel Williams is a film/video game composer who loves the Lord, and I hope this episode encourages you to keep seeking Him as you pursue your dreams!

An incredible testimony! Please check out her music by looking up Eliana Shannon :)

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00-Intro

00:01:00-OCD Vs. misconceptions, Having OCD as a Christian.

00:07:20-When God’s answer is no.

00:10:03-Overcoming through music.

00:14:23-Letting friends in on the struggle.

00:17:10-Spiritual warfare while creating music.

00:19:30-Commentary on her release music.

00:23:00-The only solution is the Word of God, King David.

00:24:50-God’s grace, eternal security, salvation.

00:28:18-Works based salvation vs. works based favor.

00:31:10-King Hezekiah illustration of God’s power / faith.

00:34:10-EP music connecting first two songs.

00:37:18-Jesus gentle and lowly / prayer closet story.

00:41:10-Jordan Peterson on potential, God’s eternal presence.

00:45:00-Level deeper on the Gospel.

00:45:43-EP to full album.

00:49:40-Potential of Eliana’s testimony.

00:51:16-OCD during school.

00:53:22-Questions about the future.

00:56:35-The joy of collaboration.

00:58:57-Final encouragement.

01:00:50-Outro

Jonathan Ivey is a man of many hats that spins many plates, but deeper than that he is a man that wants to serve God and serve others. As he grows he helps others to grow with him. We talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, writing Biblical music, and ultimately, help answer the question, "How do we maximize our effectiveness in serving God?"

LINKS:

https://www.instagram.com/jonathanivey/

https://www.instagram.com/pureaudiorecordingstudio/

https://www.instagram.com/easthillmusic/

https://www.instagram.com/drinkpensacolaofficial/

https://www.easthillmusic.com

https://www.easthillmusic.com/pure-audio-recording-studio

https://www.instagram.com/christianmensnetworking/

https://open.spotify.com/show/6OWBwAmJ08WPfjFXPnFCpu?si=fb5af3a303c94431 (PODCAST)

CHAPTERS:
00:00-Intro

00:50-Resume / Building drive / Diversifying

06:10-Growth in leadership

10:10-Microhabits / Routines

15:23-God and organization / Multitasking

20:40-Community help / Moving on

27:25-Church functionality / Unity and division

31:01-The Ellerslie Experiment / Denominations

35:00-Biblical songwriting / Touring

39:21-Distinct music purposes

42:00-Music industry transition / Investing in people

44:27-Being people of conviction

50:22-Final word / Push limits / Invest in God’s kingdom

52:28-Outro

Olivia and I met when during college I heard her performing a song she wrote called, "The Love of Christ." I found her afterwards and mentioned I'd love to produce that song! It's now out on Spotify under Olivia Wentworth. This conversation was such a blessing as it felt relatable personally, as well as encouraging for anyone who does music as a hobby but hopes to eventually turn it into something more. Cheers to the long game of slowly but surely! Her Links: @wentworth.music/ @wentworth9247 CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 01:00-Life Update 02:30-Music During Life Transition 03:45-Songwriting Process 06:39-Beauty of Music as a Hobby 09:05-Disciplines of Music as a Hobby 10:22-Appeal of Music as a Profession 12:41-Fame Vs. Obscurity 16:28-Praying Specifically 19:15-Time Spent on Skill Vs. Social Media 21:08-Prayer for Contentment and Influence 22:21-Pros of Delegation 23:33-Prayer for Opportunities and Beyond 26:51-Music Vs. People 27:44-Prayer for Skills

Anna Overton is an incredible singer with a really fun personality, and in this conversation we cover from music philosophy to worship and serving God with our gifts. There's so many gold nuggets in this episode and I'm excited to share it with you guys!

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00-Intro

00:00:40-Superpower (ministry singing)

00:05:18-Journey of learning genuineness

00:08:00-Investing in friends

00:10:10-Investment in the music community

00:15:20-Origins of music 

00:17:50-Contrast in art and music

00:19:30-Satan and music and music variation

00:22:44-Christian Music Industry and association

00:30:40-Nature of worship (if we let it be selfish)

00:37:00-Anxiety

00:40:45-Unity and group singing and control

00:45:40-Psalms, prayer, consequences, Christian music leaders

00:48:30-Knowing Biblical truths and obeying

00:56:15-Faith and prayer connected to direction

00:58:50-Spiritual life before music, service instead of judging

01:02:00-Older brother basketball illustration (humility and service)

01:05:30-Outro

minnesotaguitar.com - Please feel free to reach out to him for guitar repair or refurbishing, as well as guitar lessons!

10,000 hours is what it’s said it takes to master any skill. My dad did it. After documenting a six year commitment at the age of 55, he executed and reached his life cumulative total goal of practicing guitar 10,000 hours. In this episode we explore the story, the challenges, and the results of setting out to achieve this goal, and I could not be more humbled by the example my dad has set of discipline and perseverance.

CHAPTERS:

00:00-Intro

00:41-About the goal (from mom)

02:29-Connections between my dad and I (from mom)

04:01-My dad and his story

06:19-Documentation of the goal

09:46-Document details

15:58-The reason / motivation

17:00-Overcoming off days

18:07-Creating his practice studio

20:25-Support from family

23:27-Challenges since covid

26:13-Stories/value behind playing guitar/piano

33:22-Chat GPT on guitar

35:33-Fresh start

37:11-French polish guitar journey/business

41:40-Value of anyone starting or continuing an instrument

43:58-Episode goal / Outro