The Up and Comers Show

Lizzie Effinger is a 25 year-old girl living in southern California who has battled (and beat!) cancer from 2010-2013, and again in 2015. Now she is learning to live with Chronic Graft vs Host Disease, as she strives to be a testimony of God's goodness, a good steward of her health with nutrition, and ultimately thrive.

In this episode we hear the story behind her two-fold battle with cancer, as well as the many perspectives she can provide on suffering, depression, gratitude, and joy. It is an episode that we all need to hear, and you don't want to miss it!

For full show-notes visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/lizzie

Time Markers: 6:00 - Who is Lizzie Effinger 10:00 - Last 7 years of Lizzie's Journey with Cancer 36:40 - What a typical day looks like for Lizzie (currently) 41:00 - How to encourage those who are suffering 55:00 - Depression and the Battle Within 1:05:00 - Questioning God and Entitlement 1:09:00 - Importance of Discipleship / Accountability 1:19:10 - Perspectives on Depression 1:27:45 - What We Know vs. What We Feel 1:29:00 - Lizzie's Definition of Joy 1:40:40 - How Suffering Changed How Lizzie sees God 1:47:40 - What Makes a Good Writer 1:51:45 - What most Non-Sick People Take for Granted the Most 1:57:30 - Where Lizzie finds Inspiration 2:00:20 - Lizzie's favorite "guilty pleasure" 2:01:30 - Lizzie's Daily Reminder to our Generation

Lizzie Effinger is a 25 year-old girl living in southern California who has battled (and beat!) cancer from 2010-2013, and again in 2015. Now she is learning to live with Chronic Graft vs Host Disease, as she strives to be a testimony of God's goodness, a good steward of her health with nutrition, and ultimately thrive.

 

In this episode we hear the story behind her two-fold battle with cancer, as well as the many perspectives she can provide on suffering, depression, gratitude, and joy.  It is an episode that we all need to hear, and you don't want to miss it!

 

For full show-notes visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/lizzie

 

Time Markers:   6:00 - Who is Lizzie Effinger 10:00 - Last 7 years of Lizzie’s Journey with Cancer 36:40 - What a typical day looks like for Lizzie (currently) 41:00 - How to encourage those who are suffering 55:00 - Depression and the Battle Within 1:05:00 - Questioning God and Entitlement 1:09:00 - Importance of Discipleship / Accountability 1:19:10 - Perspectives on Depression 1:27:45 - What We Know vs. What We Feel 1:29:00 - Lizzie’s Definition of Joy 1:40:40 - How Suffering Changed How Lizzie sees God 1:47:40 - What Makes a Good Writer 1:51:45 - What most Non-Sick People Take for Granted the Most 1:57:30 - Where Lizzie finds Inspiration  2:00:20 - Lizzie’s favorite “guilty pleasure”  2:01:30 - Lizzie’s Daily Reminder to our Generation

Wyatt Sosey is a fellow Up & Comer living in the PNW. He attended The Master's College with Thane and Adam, studying business, and then worked for a business consulting firm in Seattle after graduating in 2015. Currently, he is on an adventure with his wife (and dog) traveling the U.S. (and Europe) in a renovated trailer. This episode is a three-way conversation on a wide range of topics. It is thought-provoking and is guaranteed to stimulate your mind, perspective, and beliefs! For the full show-notes, check out theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/broisode Time Markers: 9:00 - What Wyatt is Currently Doing 22:15 - What Led to their Decision 26:30 - Concept of Facing Fears 47:45 - Introspective Talk 55:30 - Main Goals for the Trip 1:02:00 - What Drives Wyatt / His Mission/Goal in Life 1:10:00 - The Question of Why 1:26:30 - Why ask Why 1:37:30 - Parting Advice

Wyatt Sosey is a fellow Up & Comer living in the PNW. He attended The Master's College with Thane and Adam, studying business, and then worked for a business consulting firm in Seattle after graduating in 2015. Currently, he is on an adventure with his wife (and dog) traveling the U.S. (and Europe) in a renovated trailer.   This episode is a three-way conversation on a wide range of topics.  It is thought-provoking and is guaranteed to stimulate your mind, perspective, and beliefs!   For the full show-notes, check out theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/broisode     Time Markers:   9:00 - What Wyatt is Currently Doing 22:15 - What Led to their Decision 26:30 - Concept of Facing Fears 47:45 - Introspective Talk 55:30 - Main Goals for the Trip 1:02:00 - What Drives Wyatt / His Mission/Goal in Life 1:10:00 - The Question of Why 1:26:30 - Why ask Why 1:37:30 - Parting Advice

Rick Dempsey is currently the Senior Vice President of Disney Character Voices and has been working in that department since its creation in 1988. Along with his robust career in the animation film industry, he lives a successful life on all fronts - from his family, to his faith, and even in personal development.

In this interview we hear about his journey to his current job, stories from his childhood, advice for the upcoming workforce, what it means to have a "personal brand", and much more.

For the full show notes, go to theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/rick

Time Line:

5:25 - Setting for Show 6:25 - Who is Rick Dempsey 11:05 - How Rick interacts with famous people 14:35 - Rick's Magician Career 20:20 - What Rick's childhood entailed 22:05 - Rick's college story 25:00 - Balancing creativity with business 26:50 - Rick's father and his influence 30:45 - Rick's Career Path 39:30 - Rick's Motivation for Animation Career 40:45 - Rick's Role at Disney 48:30 - The Value of Integrity 53:35 - Being True to our Personal Brand 58:35 - How Rick Remains Humble 1:01:25 - Low Points in Rick's Life 1:04:00 - Rick's Marriage and Marriage Advice 1:06:10 - Family Advice 1:08:45 - Closing Questions

Rick Dempsey is currently the Senior Vice President of Disney Character Voices and has been working in that department since its creation in 1988.  Along with his robust career in the animation film industry, he lives a successful life on all fronts - from his family, to his faith, and even in personal development.  

 

In this interview we hear about his journey to his current job, stories from his childhood, advice for the upcoming workforce, what it means to have a "personal brand", and much more.  

 

For the full show notes, go to theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/rick

 

Time Line:

5:25 - Setting for Show
6:25 - Who is Rick Dempsey
11:05 - How Rick interacts with famous people
14:35 - Rick’s Magician Career
20:20 - What Rick’s childhood entailed
22:05 - Rick’s college story
25:00 - Balancing creativity with business
26:50 - Rick’s father and his influence
30:45 - Rick’s Career Path
39:30 - Rick’s Motivation for Animation Career
40:45 - Rick’s Role at Disney
48:30 - The Value of Integrity
53:35 - Being True to our Personal Brand
58:35 - How Rick Remains Humble
1:01:25 - Low Points in Rick’s Life
1:04:00 - Rick’s Marriage and Marriage Advice
1:06:10 - Family Advice
1:08:45 - Closing Questions

In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss the question of what it means to learn by discussing their view of education as a whole, the philosophy behind systems of learning, and ending with practical tips and methods to improve your own learning habits.

This episode is as important as it is long, and it is a topic that is obviously near and dear to their hearts, as it should be for all Up & Comers!

Be sure to check out the full show-notes at: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/learning

Timeline:

7:30 - Intro to Learning Episode 10:35 - Philosophy on Education 22:30 - Classical Education Methodology 31:00 - The Benefits of Learning 38:30 - Transition from Philosophy to Application 41:45 - Practical Learning Tips 56:00 - Why you should learn

In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss the question of what it means to learn by discussing their view of education as a whole, the philosophy behind systems of learning, and ending with practical tips and methods to improve your own learning habits. 

 

This episode is as important as it is long, and it is a topic that is obviously near and dear to their hearts, as it should be for all Up & Comers!  

 

Be sure to check out the full show-notes at: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/learning 

 

Timeline: 

7:30 - Intro to Learning Episode 10:35 - Philosophy on Education 22:30 - Classical Education Methodology  31:00 - The Benefits of Learning 38:30 - Transition from Philosophy to Application 41:45 - Practical Learning Tips 56:00 - Why you should learn

In this interview with Austin Duncan, we discuss his path to ministry, the process of maturing as a Christian, the unique times we live in, advice for young adults, and much more. There is plenty of jest and laughs are had by all. Austin has served in student ministry for over a decade. After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico, he moved to Los Angeles to attend The Master's Seminary in 2005. After serving as the junior high and high school pastor, he now serves as college pastor. He and his wife, Merilly, have three daughters and a son. Be sure to reach out to Austin on Twitter with your feedback and thoughts! Time Markers: 8:00 - Austin's Introduction 14:00 - Austin's background/childhood 16:00 - Schooling 19:10 - Personal Testimony 21:45 - Why Austin Went Into Ministry 30:30 - Thoughts on Doug Wilson 33:30 - Saving Faith and Spiritual Growth 41:30 - Being Serious vs. Being Funny 45:30 - Discernment 46:30 - Memorable John MacArthur interaction 48:30 - Thoughts on Millennials 51:20 - What helped Austin most during young adult-hood 52:30 - Top Secular Books 55:15 - Austin the Historian 55:50 - Daily Reminder to Young Adults For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/atd

In this interview with Austin Duncan, we discuss his path to ministry, the process of maturing as a Christian, the unique times we live in, advice for young adults, and much more. There is plenty of jest and laughs are had by all.    Austin has served in student ministry for over a decade. After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico, he moved to Los Angeles to attend The Master's Seminary in 2005. After serving as the junior high and high school pastor, he now serves as college pastor. He and his wife, Merilly, have three daughters and a son.   Be sure to reach out to Austin on Twitter with your feedback and thoughts!     Time Markers:   8:00 - Austin’s Introduction 14:00 - Austin’s background/childhood 16:00 - Schooling 19:10 - Personal Testimony 21:45 - Why Austin Went Into Ministry 30:30 - Thoughts on Doug Wilson 33:30 - Saving Faith and Spiritual Growth 41:30 - Being Serious vs. Being Funny 45:30 - Discernment 46:30 - Memorable John MacArthur interaction 48:30 - Thoughts on Millennials  51:20 - What helped Austin most during young adult-hood  52:30 - Top Secular Books 55:15 - Austin the Historian 55:50 - Daily Reminder to Young Adults     For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/atd