Guys Like Us

Jason, a long time ESPN producer is now an author, speaker, media consultant and church leader. Jason joins the Guys Like Us on his ministry and in particular his new book, “Live to Forgive: Moving Forward When Those We Love Hurt Us” sharing the journey of forgiving his alcoholic father. Jason invites you to understand your personal pain and then allow yourself to forgive those who caused this pain. We learn about the value of prayer and intention on conversation and the greater relationship with our God. And also a sneak peak into Jason’s best time at ESPN, a full day with his childhood hero, Darryl Strawberry. An 8 year prayer, and a connection that lasts forever. You can find his book at www.jasonromano22.com/book/

David Sliker, Senior Leader at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City joins the Guys Like Us to share his journey. David reveals an encounter with God at the age of 12, and that is just the beginning. David discusses discernment, discipleship, and hope for the future. Are you looking to get deeper in your relationship with God? You may want to consider a discovery into your prayer life. From people interested in Christianity, to devout believers, we touch on elements on both ends.

Faith+ Politics, yes, in the same sentence! How putting religious freedom first shows to improve economic prosperity and the development of human rights. Eric Teetsel, recently serving as the Director of Faith Outreach for Marco Rubio’s presidential campaign shares what it means to be at the intersection of faith and politics. The author of Marriage Is: How Marriage Transforms Society and Cultivates Human Flourishing, promoting the origins and purpose of marriage as the starting place for the discussion. Eric’s humble view of this life, “we didn’t deserve it and we didn’t earn it”

Honored to welcome Brian Sullivan coming from Columbus, Ohio! He is newly married, living and playing professional basketball in Europe, and currently stationed in the Czech Republic! Brian recognizes that stepping into vulnerability and trusting that God is our father is important for him. Failure is not who you are, and are successes are not what He’s after. Catching up with Steph Curry, and all around keeping it real.

Rickey Jasper II, founder of 4:13 Health and Fitness joins the Guys Like Us to share his story. After being laid off twice in 6 months, it was time for a change, and there was one prayer that changed everything. Flash forward to 2017 and Rickey is living in San Diego all in with 4:13 Health and Fitness. Curious about storytelling, vulnerability, and what like-mindedness means? Join us for this packed episode.

"Criticize by creating, join me, and see what this journey looks like." Pastor Dave Schmidgall invites us into his walk, and learn to be disciples together. Dave identifies 3 ways to truly be a lifelong learner in Christ. We go back 2,000 years and sports is still used as an analogy! Come join us in the "sandbox" for this episode.

“When I pray, I’m silent….We spend all of our time speaking at God, when God already has a pretty good idea of what we need or want. I think we rarely listen to what God has to say to us..”

Pastor Dave Capozzi of Brockton Covenant Church in Brockton, MA, walks us through his life to becoming a Pastor. How about trials and tribulations? With 2 classes left to complete at seminary school, he stood up and walked out of class leaving his faith for 4 years. Action packed conversation with Dave that will leave you desiring to learn more about what being a "Christian" means.

Joel Buckner, Columbus, Ohio native, and now a resident of Washington, D.C. opens up to his journey as a worship leader for the past 20+ years. Now humbling serving as the Worship Director at National Community Church (NCC), Joel discusses what "worship" means to him. This episode also delves into Joel's role as Protege Director at NCC, Discipleship and living as a follower of Christ.

Tayo Rockson joins the Guys Like Us and tells us about his passions in business, culture, diversity & inclusion, all deep rooted in his faith. A TEDx speaker, founder of the "As Told by Nomads" podcast, UYD Management President/CEO, and a contributing writer for Forbes and the Huffington Post! Most importantly, Tayo uses his difference to make a difference.

The Guys Like Us takes a trip of a lifetime with Steve Schirra. Steve, the founder of Around the Worlds, Around the World, donates soccer balls and runs soccer clinics to underprivileged youth. For Steve, soccer has always been in his blood, which shapes the way he lives. Through faith and "futbol", Steve takes us through his beginnings in a local church in Lima, Peru, to the gang ridden streets of San Salvador, El Salvador, back to his family roots in Southeast Asia, and in his backyard in the United States.