Joe Knopp’s journey is one of raw resilience and redemptive purpose. From growing up homeless and in a Philadelphia orphanage, to serving in the military, to becoming a successful Hollywood film producer (I Can Only Imagine, Unplanned, Woodlawn, The Trump I Know), Joe’s story is a testament to the power of storytelling, faith, and perseverance. In this intimate, in-studio conversation with Jeff Bloomfield, Joe opens up about how his past shaped his mission to bring hope through film.

This episode isn't just about filmmaking—it's about overcoming deep adversity, finding your identity, and using your story to lift others up. Whether you're a creator, leader, or someone walking through a tough chapter, Joe's vulnerability, humor, and faith-filled insight will leave you inspired to live with more intention.

Adversity Can Be a Setup, Not a Setback

Storytelling Is a Superpower

Faith Was the Turning Point

Belonging Matters

Orphan Mentality Is More Common Than We Think

Hollywood Is a Mission Field

The Backstory Gives Power to the Glory

You Can’t Argue with a True Story

God Uses Our Whole Journey

There’s Always a Next Chapter 

00:00–03:00: Studio setup & intro banter

03:00–05:00: Jeff introduces Joe’s bio

05:00–10:00: Joe’s origin story—homelessness, orphanage, faith discovery

10:00–15:00: Loneliness, early identity struggles, and spiritual awakening

15:00–20:00: Joining the military & the power of belonging

20:00–27:00: Transition to finance & the longing for self-sufficiency

27:00–35:00: Entry into film and producing Woodlawn

35:00–40:00: The breakthrough and impact of I Can Only Imagine

40:00–45:00: Producing Unplanned—controversy, courage, and calling

45:00–51:00: The origin of The Trump I Know & White House access

51:00–58:00: Behind-the-scenes stories from the Trump documentary

58:00–01:03:00: Reflections on purpose, calling, and media impact

01:03:00–End: What’s next for Joe & how storytelling brings hope

I Can Only Imagine Movie

Woodlawn Movie

Unplanned Movie

The Trump I Know Documentary

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