Are we “two normal guys”… or just serious? 😂 In this episode, we debate high school basketball glory days, invent a Hallmark card business guaranteed to get cancelled, and consider handing affirmation cards to Nebraska basketball players before tip-off (what could go wrong?). From “boxy one” defenses to getting “caught by laughter,” the word salads are flying.

But then we pivot.

In one of our most meaningful conversations yet, we unpack Ephesians 2:10 — what it means to be God’s handiwork, created with purpose, and why true freedom isn’t independence… it’s dependence. If you’ve ever wrestled with calling, anxiety, identity, or wondering if you’re “on track” with God’s will, this one’s for you.

You were built different. And on purpose.

Key Moments:

0:00 – “Don’t look behind you… Happy Thanksgiving.” The first accidental Hallmark card 
0:47 – The “Compliment Coach” business idea is born (pay someone to affirm you?)
2:15 – “Disney World” confidence vs. false affirmation debate
5:13 – The 1-on-1 high school basketball showdown begins 
8:21 – “Boxy One” vs. “Box and One” — all-time word salad moment
9:50 – “We’re serious.” The gym story that makes zero sense
13:41 – Getting “caught by laughter” (including at a funeral…)
15:56 – Paul’s Hallmark Card business officially launches 💌
19:12 – Nebraska basketball depression + writing encouragement cards to players
23:33 – Transition to Ephesians 2:10 — “We are God’s handiwork”
31:03 – Anxiety, panic attacks, and God giving you a “language” for others
34:04 – Independence vs. dependence: Why dependence is actually freedom

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Build Different Podcast | Episode 10 | Released 02/17/2026

Watch on YouTube:
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