Ryan and his wife Kari share their thoughts on the COVID-19 situation, and Ryan shares some tips for getting started on a monthly budget. We can all still live free, even on lockdown!

Ryan finally looks into the productivity aspect of the pod by sharing a list of ways to seize your commute from the Life of a Steward Podcast (https://www.lifeofasteward.com/commuting-like-christ-blessings-of-travel-time).  He also discusses some struggles and blessings of 2019 and talks about some hopeful goals and expectations in 2020. Lastly, as we think about hitting the reset button in a new year, we hear one of Ryan's favorite songs - Start Over by Flame Ft. NF.  (© 2013, Clear Sight Music)

Ryan's good friend and fellow soldier Tyler joins the show as they tackle how to deal with bad leadership. They also discuss pros and cons of credit cards and give a strategy for a young  member of the military looking to build their credit. The episode concludes with some personal stories and a heartfelt reminder to take care of yourself.

Ryan & his wife Kari talk about young relationships and examine an article announcing a ban of marriages between 18-20 year old soldiers in the US Army; Ryan talks finances: Black Friday Shopping and properly stewarding a monetary bonus; Jacksonville Jaguars QB Nick Foles offers a message of hope and identity amidst hardship. (Music used in second segment is property of Abby Road Studios © 1973.)

Ryan & his wife Kari talk about their beloved Portland Trailblazers and how Damian Lillard dropped 60 points in a LOSS to the Brooklyn Nets on Nov. 8; they also briefly discuss the idea of "load management" in the NBA.

The very first installment of Freedom Talks Podcast. The show's host Ryan speaks on what the podcast is going to be all about as well as why he is doing it in the first place. He will then examine an article about the church ditching hymnals and talk about the church's freedom to worship.