Guys Like Us

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Jason Wilson who is the founder and CEO of Yunion, the Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy (CATTA), and author of Cry Like a Man: Fighting for Freedom from Emotional Incarceration. Jason shares the inspiration behind his book and message for readers. Masculinity does not define all of being human, it’s only part of a man. “There is no such thing as toxic masculinity, I say a man becomes toxic when he only allows himself to be defined or live under the attributes of masculinity.” We dig into some of Jason’s profound experiences that have shaped his walk with Christ. At CATTA, he is more interested in sharpening each other rather than polishing. Hear more the creative and strategic language that Jason uses to rethink clichés. Finally, some advice for fathers, and for all men! You can find Jason’s book where books are sold and Jason’s latest news @mrjasonowilson on social media.

The Guys Like Us podcast is joined with Micah Christian who is the lead singer for Sons of Serendip. We discuss some of his latest music, their upcoming tour, and his two performances on America’s Got Talent in 2014, and then in 2019 for The Champions series. Micah shares his missionary and service work in Peru and how hitting a low helped catalyze his music career when he returned back to the United States. Hear more about Micah’s faith journey and some spiritual practices that he incorporates into his life. You can find Micah and Sons of Serendip at www.sonsofserendip.com and on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Cornell Brooks who is a Professor and Director of the William Monroe Trotter Collaborative at Harvard University, former President of the NAACP, attorney, minister, husband, and dad. We dive into the importance of knowing biblical texts, constitutional documents, and notable historical figures. Cornell elaborates on the Old Testament and the books of the prophetic and its influence on his career. He speaks on modeling ministry, walking the walk, practicing what you preach. His successes at the NAACP were numerous in the tumultuous times with police brutality, the Flint, Michigan water crisis, among others. Cornell details what prophetic ministry looks like on the ground and rallying the numbers in response to the cry for justice across the nation.

The Guys Like Us podcast is joined with Dr. Finny Kuruvilla who is the co-founder of Eventide Asset Management and Funds and the founder of Sattler College. Dr. Kuruvilla holds an MD from Harvard Medical School, a PhD in Chemistry and Chemical Biology from Harvard University, a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT, and a bachelor’s degree from Caltech in Chemistry. We discuss the early church, before the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD, the importance of the Greek language in understanding the Scriptures, and the impact on political and social dimensions. Finny details the Anabaptists and radical reformer movement and its impact on the creation of Sattler College. Hear what makes Boston’s academic and religious environment so special in the value proposition of Sattler College. Finally, we explore business and work, its Biblical roots in Genesis, and the importance of nature in the life of a Christian. You can learn more about Sattler College by visiting www.sattlercollege.org and Eventide Funds and Asset Management at www.eventidefunds.com

The Guys Like Us is joined with Scott Erickson who is a touring painter, performance artist, and creative storyteller. His latest book with Justin McRoberts, Prayer: Forty Days of Practice. The book combines word and image prayers. He says, “we pray because we are human, not because we are religious.” He starts with the assumption that there is already a conversation going on within, and it is bringing the “excavation tools” through prayer to illuminate it. Scott takes us back through his creative years and how he came to the place he is today. He shares more about his Stations in the Street artwork which models the Stations of the Cross, depicting Jesus on the day of his crucifixion. You can visit him at scottericksonart.com or on Instagram @scottthepainter.

The Guys Like Us is joined with Dr.Luigi Gioia who is lecturer in Systematic Theology, Spiritual Writer, and Research Associate of the Von Hugel Institute of the University of Cambridge. Luigi originates from Italy and lived as a monk for years before heading to Oxford University to obtain his Masters and Doctorate degrees. We discuss his new book, “Touched by God: The Way to Contemplative Prayer.” You can find Luigi at www.vhi.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/directory/gioia

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Tom Ohmer, an actor who has played roles in Red Band Society, Moonlight, Tosh.O, NCIS:LA, Criminal Minds, Monk and many others. Tom shares his early childhood times and roots in Indiana to later shifting into an acting career. We discuss the various roles that Tom has played and how he finds strength in his times on set and in his daily walk. Tom shares some of his core values and how he navigates between the lines in the entertainment industry. You can visit Tom at www.tomohmer.com!

The Guys Like Us is joined with Alec Penix who is a celebrity trainer and author. Alec is based in Los Angeles, California and has worked with many athletes and celebrities including Olympic Gold medalist Gabby Douglas, singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield, actor/singer Aaron Tveit, and Derek and Julianne Hough. He is fresh off his latest book release, “Seven Sundays: A Six-Week Plan for Physical and Spiritual Change.” This book combines faith, fitness, and health as a daily devotional. We discuss the approach of focusing on small changes in fitness & health and how this process can impact your spiritual life. Alec details his aim of shifting culture, and starting with Sunday as the start of the week for preparation, but also as completion. We discuss his personal training with celebrity clients and how he engages and connects in the fitness world. You can find Alec at www.alecpenix.com and his book where books are sold!

The Guys Like Us is joined with John Eldredge who is an author, counselor, teacher, and founder of Ransomed Heart Ministries. John searched for meaning in high school taking interest in the allure of California and the spiritual trends in the widespread. He came to find a new found understanding of treasure and dove in head first. John speaks on recovering gender, and the importance it has at the level of the soul. How can one hear the voice of God? How can we bring back a healthy masculine soul? John discusses the image of Christ, as both an authoritative voice on strength and power, but also on playfulness and tenderness. John takes us through his best-selling book, “Wild at Heart” and his latest book, “All Things New: Heaven, Earth, and the Restoration of Everything You Love.” He explains the necessity of union with Christ. Through Him we are able to address mental health and sexuality. Finally, we see some essential pieces of a romantic and intimate relationship. To get through woundedness of a woman, you need to share your own woundedness. Check out www.ransomedheart.com for more on John and their ministry!

The Guys Like Us Podcast is joined with Lieutenant Colonel Damon Friedman who is the President and Founder of SOF (Shield of Faith) Missions, Special Ops Officer, Iraq and Afghanistan Veteran, Spirit of Hope Award Winner, and Executive Producer to the Surrender Only to One movie. We discuss background on the film and the message of hope and the freedom of liberty to the American Veteran. Damon rehashes his personal ambitions at war through his multiple deployments which finally came to a tipping point when he was at the verge of self-destruction. The film highlights a handful of stories and testimonies of people experiencing God in some of the world’s most hostile situations. Damon unpacks the roles and responsibilities of a Special Forces team and how it can parallel to spiritual gifts, or “superpowers,” for the Kingdom. How can a warrior walk with Christ on the battlefield? You can find more about Damon at sofmissions.com. SOF Missions are creating awareness of PTSD and the suicide epidemic through film, support through national groups and education, and holistic intensive care for those in need. *Disclaimer: The information herein do not imply official endorsement by the DoD or its components.*