

No Sanity Required
Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters
No Sanity Required is a weekly podcast hosted by Brody Holloway and Snowbird Outfitters. Each week, we engage culture and personal stories with a Gospel-driven perspective. Our mission is to equip the Church to pierce the darkness with the light of Christ by sharing the vision, ideas, and passions God has used to carry us through 26 years of student ministry. Find more content at swoutfitters.com.
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Jul 7, 2025 • 40min
Watching Grace Come Full Circle
At just 18 years old, Hannah Welch found herself pregnant, scared, and under pressure to marry quickly. Desperate for guidance, she reached out to Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters—and the response altered the course of her life. In this episode, Hannah sits down with Brody to share how that single conversation gave her the courage to slow down, seek God first, and make decisions rooted in biblical wisdom.Now an ER trauma nurse and Snowbird’s camp nurse each summer, Hannah reflects on the journey from crisis to calling—and the incredible full-circle moment of watching her daughter Maddie, once the unborn baby in that desperate email, now serve on Snowbird’s summer staff.This is a powerful story of God's faithfulness and generational impact—showing how His guidance in one life can echo through generations.Check out the No Sanity Required book!SWO25 Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 11min
Too Far Gone? A Story of Tragedy, Hope, and Redemption
*In this episode, we talk openly about grief, death, and personal tragedy. If these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care.*In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Blake and Taylor share their journey through professional trauma, personal tragedy, and spiritual crisis. Blake, a firefighter following in his father's footsteps, found his identity in serving others—until the cumulative weight of devastating calls and a heartbreaking miscarriage nearly destroyed his faith, his marriage, and his sense of self.Together, Blake and Taylor recount the darkest moments of their lives: the grief of losing a child, the psychological toll of emergency service work, and the silent suffering that almost tore them apart. But through pain, confrontation, and unexpected grace, they discovered that no one is beyond redemption. This is a story about God's great grace and redemption in the lives of Blake and Taylor—and a reminder that no one is ever too broken for God to restore.SWO25 Summer CampSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 15min
The Porta Potty Princess | Life as a Camp Kid
What’s it like to grow up where summer camp is home and adventure is part of everyday life? In this episode, Brody sits down with his daughter Lailee to reflect on her unique childhood as a “Snowbird kid” and pastor’s daughter. From cliff-jumping and crawdad villages to cleaning porta-potties and choosing mission trips over Disney vacations, Lailee shares stories that are both wild and refreshingly normal.She also opens up about how faith, family, and a love for service shaped her perspective—on sports, identity, and life. This candid conversation offers insight into raising kids with purpose, resilience, and strong values in a world full of pressure.Interview with Brody and Little: 30 Years of Marriage, Ministry, And ParentingSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 4min
Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well | The Middle Miles
In Part 2 of our three-part series, we explore the “middle miles” of life—the busy decades of raising kids, building careers, and juggling growing responsibilities. How do we stay intentional and faithful in the thick of it all?Through touching stories, practical insights, and biblical wisdom, Brody talks about thriving in your 30s, 40s, and 50s—not just surviving. From prioritizing church to rethinking family vacations, this episode offers real help for running hard with purpose during life’s most demanding season.Whether you're in the middle of the race or gearing up for it, this conversation will equip you to live with joy, focus, and generational impact.Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Jun 10, 2025 • 47min
Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well | The Starting Line
In this 3-part mini-series from Ecclesiastes, Brody challenges and encourages young Christians—whether you're a teen, a college student, or someone just now getting serious about your faith. Each episode unpacks a key step in your walk with Jesus: Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well.In Part 1, we explore what it means to start strong—learning to enjoy the goodness of God, build spiritual habits, develop discipline, and let go of what holds you back.Brody also shares powerful stories of students coming to faith and offers practical advice on topics like gratitude, godly friendships, submission to authority, and standing firm in your beliefs—even when it’s hard.This series is packed with truth, encouragement, and real talk for anyone ready to take their faith seriously and live for the glory of Jesus.Philippians 1:6Luke 9:62Ecclesiastes 11Summer Camp SWO25Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam BrownSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Jun 2, 2025 • 30min
His Glory, Our Good: Kicking Off SWO25
In this episode of No Sanity Required, Brody Holloway looks back at the first week of SWO25 and shares what really goes on behind the scenes at Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters. From a single army tent to a camp that now hosts hundreds of students and serves 14,000 meals a week, Brody reflects on how far God has brought this ministry.He gives a quick overview of Romans 1–7 to help set up this summer’s theme, “His Glory, Our Good,” focused on Romans 8. Brody also explains what a typical day looks like at camp and how every part of the team—from bus drivers to kitchen crews—is working hard to point students to Jesus.You’ll hear stories of salvations, challenges like flooding and power outages, and how God is still moving in big ways. Brody reminds us that ministry is messy, hard work—but it’s worth it. Be encouraged and pray with us as we dive into another summer of gospel ministry at SWO!SWO25 Summer CampLeaving Comfort, Finding Calling | No Sanity StoriesSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

May 26, 2025 • 51min
God of Ruth, God of Now | Beyond the Flannelgraph
In this episode, Brody and JB unpack the story of Ruth and Boaz—not just a romance, but a stunning display of God’s redemptive work through unlikely people and difficult circumstances. Set in a time of chaos, Ruth’s bold loyalty and outsider status become the backdrop for a greater story of grace, restoration, and purpose. This powerful narrative points forward to Christ and offers deep hope for anyone navigating seasons of uncertainty.Rahab: Jesus and His Crazy GrandmasTamar: Jesus and His Crazy GrandmasRuth: Jesus and His Crazy GrandmasSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

May 19, 2025 • 44min
Voices of SWO25 | Staff Interviews
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the SWO staff prepares for the summer! JB chats with new and returning staff members—about why they’re giving their summer to serve. They share real stories about challenges, growth, and what it's like to be part of a gospel-centered community. In this episode, you’ll hear from former campers stepping into leadership, first-time staff facing fears, and seasoned staff taking on new responsibilities. This is a deep dive into what makes Snowbird tick—intentional training, authentic relationships, and a shared desire to see lives changed by the Gospel. Whether you're a parent, past camper, or simply curious, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the heart behind the mission.Please continue to pray for our staff as they’re getting adjusted, learning how to lead recreation, and enjoying fellowship with one another.Staff Interviews And The Core Values of Snowbird | SWO24 KickoffInsights from Students on Staying Faithful in CollegeSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

May 5, 2025 • 57min
Leaving Comfort, Finding Calling | No Sanity Stories
On this episode, Brody interviews Joseph Wainwright, one of the newest members of the SWO team! Joseph’s life took a dramatic turn—from battling addiction and nearly losing his family to finding purpose in Christ and stepping into ministry. What began as a reluctant visit to a men’s conference opened his eyes to a deeper understanding of faith and biblical masculinity.With the support of his wife Ashley, biblical counseling, and the church, Joseph’s life and marriage were transformed. He eventually left a successful construction career to follow God’s call and join the SWO staff.Tune in to hear how God used brokenness to build something better—and how the Wainwrights discovered that true blessing comes through surrender.Marriage ConferenceMen’s Be Strong ConferenceRespond Women’s Retreat Blair Bailey’s Interview “Addiction, Abuse, and Redemption”Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Apr 28, 2025 • 59min
Where is God in the Midst of Injustice?
Listener discretion advised: This episode contains sensitive content, including discussions of abuse and assault. In this weighty episode, Brody leans into one of the hardest questions we all face: Where is God when bad things happen? Whether it's the pain of abuse, the heartbreak of oppression, or the overwhelming brokenness we see in the world, Brody recognizes that these are not easy conversations.He speaks directly to those wrestling with the problem of evil, the suffering of the innocent, and the seeming silence of God amid injustice. Drawing deeply from Scripture, Brody unpacks stories of pain and redemption, and offers tools to help believers—both strong and struggling—navigate these hard truths. He shares the hope we find in Christ. Jesus not only understands injustice but also endured it. His death and resurrection bring both freedom for the oppressed and justice for the oppressor.Ecclesiates 4Romans 2Romans 8Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.


