Better Together Podcast

Better Together Podcast

By Trellis, Ian Stevenson, Kayton GarciaSociety & Culture
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Better Together Podcast episodes

  • Moving Together - Christy Hernandez- S3E6

    In this episode, we sit down with Christy Hernandez, Executive Director of Dance 4 Joy, to explore the power of unity, connection, and courage through movement, creativity, and community.

    Christy shares the story behind Dance 4 Joy — how it began, what it has become, and how dance has become a space for healing, purpose, and belonging. Together, we talk about what it looks like to step into something bigger than yourself and move in rhythm with others in both dance and life.

    We also explore how real connection is formed, why unity matters in creative spaces, and what it takes to bravely show up and participate in community instead of watching from the sidelines.

    If you care about faith, creativity, leadership, community, or building something meaningful with others, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

    🎧 Listen now and join the movement of unity and collaboration

    1 hr 8 min
  • That They May Be One - Adriana Gonzales - Executive Producer

    In this episode of the Better Together Podcast, we sit down with Adriana Gonzales, Executive Producer of the upcoming film That They May Be One (releasing May 19, 2026).


    Adriana shares the story behind the film and the vision that inspired it, rooted in Jesus’ prayer in John 17 for His Church to be one. We talk about her deep longing for Christian unity and explore a unique Catholic perspective that offers helpful insight for Protestant believers and the wider Church conversation on unity today.


    This is a meaningful and honest conversation about what it actually looks like for Christians from different traditions to pursue unity, understand one another, and reflect the heart of Jesus to the world.


    If you care about Church unity, collaboration across denominations, and seeing the body of Christ come together in a deeper way, this episode will encourage and challenge you.


    Topics include:


    * The vision behind That They May Be One

    * Christian unity and Jesus’ prayer in John 17

    * Catholic and Protestant perspectives on unity

    * What it looks like to pursue oneness in the modern Church

    * How unity can impact the Church’s witness in the world

    45 min
  • Uniting 56k Followers & a Family - Rebekah Kalis

    In this episode of the Better Together Podcast, we sit down with Southern California lifestyle creator Rebekah Kalis, whose warm, relatable content reaches more than 56,000 women and moms across Instagram and TikTok. Rebekah shares how she’s built a genuine online community by inviting people into real moments — family adventures, cozy routines, and the beautifully imperfect sides of motherhood.


    We talk about:

    • Community over comparison — how Rebekah uses social media to build real friendships

    • Healthy connection online — why digital spaces don’t have to divide us

    • Teamwork in marriage — the way James supported her leap into full-time content creation

    • Raising Baby Koda while staying intentional with technology

    • Her story and creative background — and what balance actually looks like behind the scenes


    This conversation captures the heart of Better Together: helping people grow in unity, collaboration, and meaningful relationships — whether you’re a parent, creator, leader, or anyone navigating life with others.


    Tune in and be encouraged by a story full of connection, creativity, and everyday joy.

    47 min
  • Impossible Vision - Seth Schmidt on Risk, Teamwork & Growth - S3E3

    What if the risks you’re afraid to take are the very things that could give someone else courage to move forward? In this episode of the Better Together Podcast, Kayton Garcia sits down with executive coach and FORTIV founder Seth Schmidt for a grounded, honest conversation about vision—how it forms, why it matters, and why it almost always asks something from us.

    Seth shares the risks that shaped his journey into coaching, the quiet fears leaders rarely talk about, and the surprising truth that your personal step of faith often becomes an invitation for someone else’s breakthrough. Together, we explore how bold vision is never meant to be carried alone, and how collaboration creates the kind of courage that multiplies rather than drains.

    If you’re stepping into the New Year longing for clarity, direction, or simply the bravery to pursue what’s been stirring in you, this conversation will feel like a deep breath. It’s a reminder of the core heartbeat of this podcast: we become braver, wiser, and more alive when we walk into our future—together.

    39 min
  • Secrets of Leadership - From Commune to Coaching Top CEOs - S3E1

    Dr. Katharine Schmidt - Secrets of Leadership - How one woman went from a commune childhood to coaching top CEOs


    In this episode of Better Together, we sit down with Dr. Katharine Schmidt — one of America’s top executive and strategic coaches, working with CEOs and senior leaders across business, nonprofit, and civic sectors.


    Dr. Schmidt shares a remarkable personal journey: growing up in a commune, navigating a radically different path into the business and leadership world, and eventually coaching some of the nation’s top CEOs. She also opens up about her beautiful marriage to Arne Arens (former CEO of The North Face and Boardriders), the challenges and hopes within their family story, and how hope was eventually answered.


    Through her story and work, we draw out transferable principles for unity and collaboration in any context — business, church, nonprofit, community, family, or relationships.


    You’ll hear Dr. Schmidt unpack:

    • ​ How curiosity and respect across difference unlock trust and unity
    • ​ What great leaders do to collaborate without fear of losing control
    • ​ How to lead people you disagree with without dividing
    • ​ Practical ways to create environments where people feel safe, seen, and empowered


    If you want to grow in leadership and learn how to build unity that actually transforms your context — this conversation is for you.

    47 min
  • S2 IN 11 - Homeless at 15, Restored Through Community - feat. Sam Ashurst
    Sam Ashurst shares a profound story of her experience with homelessness. Sam is now an expert city leader, working from a place of passion and first-hand experience. She actively rallies the community around the housing insecure and has learned the value of togetherness through her incredible story. She teaches others around her how to effectively partner alongside unhoused individuals, instead of just providing relief or doing a simple good deed. #homeless #authentic #honest #selfhelp #addiction #relationships #community #unity #christian #jesus #leadership #non-profit
    32 min
  • S2 IN 10 - Pro Hockey Player and Laker Girl Turned Church Leaders - John and Chris Blue
    John and Chris are loads of fun!! Chris has been in movies like Forrest Gump, danced with the Laker Girl’s, co-raised a family and helped plant a few churches. John has played for the Buffalo Sabres, been successful in the business world, has pastored a few churches and co-raised a family along Chris, his wife! But they also bring profound wisdom on fighting for unity in marriage, family, church, sports and more. After their pro athlete careers, they experienced years of deep suffering and uphill battles, and they’ve both come out the other side closer to each other and to God. They share the principles of unity that they learned along the way! #unity #marriage #sports #hockey #buffalosabres #forrestgump #lakers #lakersgirl #family #parenting #suffering #selfhelp #christian #pastor #church
    31 min
  • S2 IN 9 - Restoring Worship Leaders, Marriage and Family - feat. Falon and Justin Unger
    Falon and Justin Unger from Likewise Worship, a Non-Profit dedicated to preventative and restorative care for worship leaders, share their passion for united and healthy worship leaders. They give us insight into their marriage and family and share some powerful principles for health in these areas! #worship #christian #marriage #family #likewiseworship #music #unity #better together #love
    41 min
  • S2 IN 8 - Natural Phenomenons of Unity- feat. Authors Lucas Ramirez and Mike Devito
    Unity is modeled in nature! Authors Lucas Ramirez and Mike Devito offer powerful language and clear steps to achieve this natural phenomenon called unity in their book, Designed for More. Two unlikely friends partnered together to author a literary anthem for unity. We discover the fascinating analogy of murmuration and dissect critical pieces of this amazing book.
    #unity #nature #community #selfhelp #christian
    33 min

About Better Together Podcast

From the publisher's feed

What if we worked better together? What if we spent our time building bridges instead of drawing dividing lines? The "We’re Better Together Podcast" is all about encouraging and equipping you on your journey towards unity. On this show we talk to real people, have honest conversations and hear profound stories where unity is emerging. As you listen, our desire is to give you practical tools to help create deeper unity in a divided world.