Courageous Stewards

In this episode, the Courageous Stewards sit down with financial advisor, Jacob Black, known for his deep commitment to relationships, integrity, and God‑honoring leadership. Jacob shares practical financial wisdom every Christian man needs — from building a long‑term plan to stewarding resources with clarity and conviction.

But this conversation goes deeper than money. Together, they unpack what it means to be a man of integrity, to work hard without losing your soul, and to lead your family with purpose in a culture that constantly pulls you off mission.

Guest: Jacob Black, Financial Advisor, Foguth Financial Group

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Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/jrblack99Instagram: @jrblack99

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected] Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

The scale is broken. It’s time to stop weighing your life and start living it. We’ve all been told that “work-life balance” is the goal – a perfect 50/50 split where everything stays in its lane. But life isn’t static, and trying to force it into equal parts only leads to burnout and a sense of constant failure.

Work-Life Harmony, Not Balance is an episode for high achievers, parents, and professionals who are ready to ditch the guilt of the “perfect split” and find a rhythm that actually works. Hosts Jake and Sean explore how to integrate your career, your passions, and your personal life into a cohesive, beautiful soundtrack rather than a tug-of-war.

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected] Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

In this powerful episode, the Courageous Stewards sit downwith hometown friend and former MLB pitcher Jonathan Niese. From getting drafted right out of high school to pitching in the World Series, Jon shares the highs, lows, and defining moments that shaped him as a man. After injuries ended his baseball career, he returned home to Ohio andbuilt a new life—launching a hunting preserve and deer farm rooted in stewardship, family, and faith. This is real talk about identity, resilience, and what it truly means to steward your time, talents, and resources in a world full of distractions.

Guest: Jon Niese

Owner & Hunting Guide at Double Play Hunting Preserve

Major League White Tails

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Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

What does it look like to steward your resources—and yourhome—for a higher purpose?

In this episode of Courageous Stewards, we sit down with Jacob and Tori Hope Petersen, a couple whose lives are a masterclass in intentionality. Most know Tori as a powerhouse Christian speaker and the best-selling author of “Fostered” and “Breaking the Patterns that Break You”, but today, we pull back the curtain on the Petersens' everyday life as real estate investors and kingdom-minded parents.

In this episode, we dive into:

How Jacob and Tori transitioned into the world of real estate, balancing a portfolio of long and short-term rentals, along with a growing ministry and family. Jacob shares the highs and lows of his various house projects and what it’s really like to maintain a growing real estate business. Tori gives us an exclusive look into her ministry, upcoming book andthe heart behind her next conference, designed to inspire women to be overcomers.

Whether you’re an aspiring real estate mogul, a fan of Tori’s writing, or a parent looking for inspiration on how to lead a family with courage, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about the "walls" you build and the people you invite inside them.

Guests: Jacob and Tori Hope Petersen

https://www.torihopepetersen.com

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

Courage isn’t just for the workplace or the community – it’s found in the daily rhythms of marriage and parenthood. Join us for a special spouse episode where we share the unfiltered timeline of our lives together. We’re discussing the growth from a couple to a family, playing a quick-fire round of “Would You Rather,” and identifying the specific superpowers that make us better together than we ever were apart.

Spouses: Corinne Skiver and Tina Tracy

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

In this heartfelt episode, the hosts sit down withfamily—one host’s first cousins and their incredible story of going from two biological children to fostering and eventually adopting six more. They open up about the joys, challenges, and daily realities of raising a beautifully blended family built on faith, resilience, and intentional love. They alsoshare how their local coffee shop grew into multiple community hubs where people feel seen, known, and welcomed. From parenting to entrepreneurship to legacy,this conversation is a reminder that stewardship begins at home and ripples outward for generations.

Guests: Adam and Alyssa Tracy

Owners of Cabin Fever Coffee & Cabin Fever Marketplace, Defiance Ohio

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

Most people see a construction site as just wood and nails,but for our guest, it’s a mission field for second-chance hiring. After his own life was shattered by prison and addiction, he found a new blueprint through a local church and a commitment to recovery.

Today, his company doesn't just renovate homes—it helps torebuild people.

Join us as we discuss his miraculous transformation, thechallenges of starting over, and the power of providing a career path to those who once felt they had no future.

Guest: Jeff Beam

R&R Handyman Service

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected] Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

In this episode, the hosts sit down with a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of battle-tested experience. He breaks down creative financing strategies - Subject-to, seller financing and more - while weaving in the faith principles that shaped his journey. With humor, wisdom and a prosperity mindset rooted in God's Word, he challenges listeners to stop waiting for opportunity and start working for it.

Guest: Mike Paschall

Author of "Starting Broke: How a Normal Guy Got Rich in Real Estate, & You Can Too!"

Amazon book link: https://a.co/d/03Y1zuUO

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected] Skiver | Email: [email protected]

Small‑town multifamily investing can be one of the most stable, cash‑flow‑rich strategies out there — but only if you know what to look for. In today’s Courageous Stewards episode, we break down the 5 essential considerations every investor must evaluate before buying in a small town.

Whether you’re developing your buy box, analyzing your first duplex, or expanding your long‑term rental portfolio, this episode gives you the clarity and confidence to invest wisely.

1️⃣ Market Durability, Not Market Size — What keeps the town alive, and how to spot durable rental markets 

2️⃣ Property Condition — CAPEX, deferred maintenance, and the realities of older buildings 

3️⃣ Tenant Quality & Community Dynamics — Why relationships matter more in small towns 

4️⃣ Rental Demand & Rent Ceiling — How to determine true rent potential 

5️⃣ Exit Strategy — Understanding liquidity and long‑term holds in rural markets

This is a practical, faith‑rooted conversation about stewardship, wisdom, and building a portfolio that lasts.

👉 If you’re investing in small‑town America, this episode is your blueprint. 

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Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Aaron and Kelly Hopson—local real estate investors and faith-driven entrepreneurs whose story is nothing short of transformational. Early in their marriage, the Hopsons faced overwhelming financial strain, deep relational conflict, and the painful reality of being on the brink of divorce. But instead of giving up, they made a courageous decision: fight for their family at all costs. With the support of their church community and godly mentors, Aaron and Kelly rebuilt their marriage from the inside out. Today, they operate a thriving family-run business portfolio that includes long‑term rentals, a dry cleaner, laundromats, gyms, and their newest venture—a faith-based coaching, consulting, and retreat center designed to help others experience the same restoration they found. Their story is raw, redemptive, and a reminder that when faith leads, legacy follows.

Aaron and Kelly Hopson, founders of Wellspring Legacy Group

www.wellspringlegacygroup.com

Hosts:

Jake Tracy | Email: [email protected]

Sean Skiver | Email: [email protected]