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Are state-side missions less adventurous than foreign missions? In this episode, Jordan and Zack talk to Scott, the tallest missionary we know, who served in the Idaho Boise Mission, Spanish Speaking. Scott talks about what it was like to have a narcoleptic companion and importance of patience and love in working with others.
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What if the language is difficult to learn? Imagine learning a language that isn't written (or at least wasn't at the time). Calvin prayed to serve English-speaking 50+ years ago. However, he soon learned the enabling power of the Atonement as he was called to a Navajo-speaking mission. Jordan and Zack are joined by Calvin who served in the Southwest Indian Mission. Calvin shares what it was like to serve in the late '60's and the miracles and experiences he witnessed from doing the Lord's work. Stick to the end to hear his testimony in Navajo.
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How do I know if I was/am a successful missionary? In this episode, Zack and Jordan speak to their first Sister Missionary, Zoe who served in the Norway Oslo Mission. Zoe shares what it was like to be one of the first sisters to serve after the historic October 2012 General Conference announcement. She teaches us about Norweigan culture and also sheds light on how to find joy in the work, despite serving among a country that is mostly atheist.
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What if my son didn't serve a mission? In this episode Jordan, Zack, and Jayson (Ep. 5) visit with Kolby, an influential disciple in Jayson's ward and stake. Kolby shares his rough upbringing and the moments that helped him turn his life to the Savior. Kolby shares the impact of marrying an amazing LDS woman, and how his unique experience allows him to empathize with those in his stewardship. Kolby continues to serve in the church and donates his time to help others recover from substance abuse.
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What would it be like to serve with one of my best friends? In this episode, Jordan and Zack talk with Dave and Drex who served in the Argentina Buenos Aires South Mission. Dave and Drex were not only companions on the mission but life long friends as well. Dave and Drex share stories of some of the miracles they witnessed while serving together and how their service has changed the lives of countless people.
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Producers Notes:

I thought for a long time about breaking this episode up into two separate episodes but couldn't bring myself to do it. I found the Spirit and reverance that Dave and Drex have for their Mission so amazing and inspiring that I couldn't split it up. This is a longer episode but I promise you it's worth it. Parents, have your children listen to this.

-Zack

Was my service good enough? This week Jordan sits down with Elizabeth who served in the Adriatic South Mission. Elizabeth shares how she her nature and outlook on life changed through missionary service. She tells of amazing investigators, influential companions, and how her relationship with Heavenly Father grew in ways she never imagined. Elizabeth shares the depression of coming home, her experience with therapy, and her testimony in Albanian.
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Pictured below in the middle is Ded, the amazing convert.

How do I stay safe on my mission?In this week's episode, our friend Josh recounts his experiences in Estonia. Josh shares many experiences, including learning about Russian Superstitions, a time he was protected by the Lord from being kidnapped, and overcoming depression after returning home. Josh also shares his advice to those called to the Baltic States, and the amazing faith of the members, many of whom are pioneers in a country ranked among the most Atheist in the world. Listen to the end to hear Josh's testimony in Estonian, a language widely considered to be one of the most difficult to learn in the world.
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What impact will my mission have on my future posterity?
In this week's interview, Jordan and Zack sit down with Jay, Jordan's father. Jay shares what it was like to serve in a country divided by the Iron Curtain of the Soviet Union, sit in a van with Elder Bruce R. McConkie, deliver an address to a congregation of another faith in their own church, and meeting the President of the church, Spencer W. Kimball, at the conclusion of his mission. Along the way, we learn about German culture, cuisine, Christmas, and an investigator Jay worked with. Stick to the end to hear Jay bear his testimony in German for the first time in 45 years.
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Who is more important to focus on, a new investigator or a less-active member? This week Jordan and Zack are introduced to Christiaan Schmid by Scott The Giant (Ep. 6). Christiaan tells us of the adventures and miracles he witnessed in a "hardship mission", the Democratic Republic of Congo - Kinshasa mission. Christian retells experiences from eating porcupine soup, teaching a dear friend to read, to being amazed by the humility of the people in his mission. Although sticking out first intimidated him, Christiaan shares how his confidence and love grew as a missionary. He shares how faith-filled prayer helped him finally learn the language. Christaan concludes with his experience coming home, waiting for his girlfriend to return from her mission (and yes, they got married! She's Ep.21), and the importance of keeping a journal.
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How do I stay sane during a quarantine?
In this episode Zack tells a story of a time where he was "Quarantined" or at least he felt that way. His companion at the time had to be rushed to the hospital to have an emergency appendectomy and for the next 7 days, he had to spend the majority of his time in his tiny apartment while his companion healed.
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