This is an episode I’ve been looking forward to for a LONG time. My great friend and the creator of the statement that has changed my life and many others… Mike Ashcraft is in the house!Mike dives into what it really means to not stand on issues and walk with people. Plus we talk about what it’s like to build and lead a church AND taking care of aging parents.Get ready for some deep WISDOM and quite possibly to have a new favorite pastor!. . . . .Find Mike Ashcraft on Instagram here: instagram.com/mikeashcraft/  Get a copy of To Be Concluded here: https://amzn.to/4a955OuGet a copy of My One Word here: https://amzn.to/3VsU0mS Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now.BETTER HELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HUMANHOPE and get on your way to being your best self.FACTOR: Go to FactorMeals.com/CARLOS50 and use code CARLOS50 to receive 50% off!NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If it feels like you just can’t catch a break in life, this episode is for you.Today we’re acknowledging the fact that sometimes life just sucks. And it’s okay to admit that! But how do we not get stuck there?I’m sharing what I love to do in those tough seasons… praying promises, feeling the feelings, celebrating the small wins, and so much MORE! Resilience isn't about never falling down. And it isn't even about standing up all the way again. It's about the next best thing you can do. . . . . .Listen to The Effects of Doom Scrolling here!. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .WEAR WE ARE: Listen and subscribe to Wear We Are here: https://tinyurl.com/WearWeArePodcastLMNT: Go to DrinkLMNT.com/CarlosWhittaker to get a free sample pack with your purchase!AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today.HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever created something that you’re really proud of, but when it comes time to share it with the world, you don’t feel like it’s good enough? Or maybe even that you’re not good enough? Let me tell you something: no matter how many books I’ve written or talks I’ve done or videos I’ve shared, I fear self-promotion. I’m fearful of what people think of the work itself, but I’m also fearful of what people think of me. On this episode we’re tackling that fear. . . . . .Purchase your copy of my NEW book, Get Your Hopes Up: 90 Devotions + True Stories for Young World Changers HERE: https://www.carloswhittaker.com/get-your-hopes-upFill out this form to receive video resources and a discussion guide for Get Your Hopes Up HERE: https://www.carloswhittaker.com/pre-order-get-your-hopesPurchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .BETTER HELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HUMANHOPE and get on your way to being your best self.ATHLETIC GREENS: Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/HUMANHOPE .INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now.AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I LITERALLY had to hold myself back from saying “oh, that’s good!” every ten seconds during this conversation because it is just SO GOOD.Todd Deatherage from the Telos Group is back again to answer YOUR questions on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Todd’s ability to speak to people from all different points of view is incredible. He brings a nuanced and level-headed voice to this highly emotional topic. And he offers hope amidst a seemingly hopeless conflict. . . . . .I want to hear from you! Please take 5 minutes to fill out this survey that will help me produce the best podcast for you!! https://bit.ly/428x0LgListen to my first conversation with Todd here: Is Peace Possible Between Israel & Palestine?Learn more about The Telos Group here: telosgroup.orgDownload The Principles and Practices of Peacemaking here.. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates.https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .AQUATRU: Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier! Visit aquatru.com/HUMANHOPE and use the code HUMANHOPE at checkout.SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today.HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPENOTES CANDLES: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a heavy couple of weeks, so this week I asked YOU what you wanted me to talk about.There were so many great ideas that I couldn’t pick just one. So today is a smorgasbord of thoughts based on your submissions! I talk about...How to “faith” again when Christian spaces feel hardWhatever happened to the ASL goal?What did I think my life NOW would look like 20 years ago?Robbin SchoolWhy pickleball is the BESTMy family's experience with eating disordersWhat happened when I disappeared from social media 2 years agoAnd how I handle being in the sandwich generation, taking care of my kids and parents at the same timeWe cover A LOT!!! As always, thanks for listening!. . . . .Buy Walking with God by John Eldredge here.Start learning ASL with Lingvano here.Watch my video on Robbin School here.. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .FACTOR: Go to FactorMeals.com/CARLOS50 and use code CARLOS50 to receive 50% off!AIRDOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!NOTES CANDLES: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, historical trauma, American involvement, and the role of peacemakers. The conversation is educational, inspiring, and calls for action towards seeking peace in the Holy Land.

Yesterday, we witnessed yet another mass shooting in America...This time, on the anniversary of another mass shooting. The Parkland High School mass shooting.They can no longer have their days to mourn. They have to share days. I think I speak for the majority of Americans when I say that I wonder if we have become desensitized and if we actually will ever do anything. Or have we given up? Accepting this as our new normal. And I can exchange "we" for "me" cause I found myself today, desensitized to 21 people being shot at a Superbowl parade. It almost felt like just another news story...Until I put up a question box asking the Kansas City Instafamilia how they were doing...Their answers were sobering. This isn't an episode with answers...But I hope it is filled with the right questions.I recorded this live on Instagram, so it's a little different but I think it works.Visit https://safertn.org/ for info on how TN is coming together from both sides of the aisle to stop this now.... . . . .Listen to my episode with Voices for a Safter TN here.I want to hear from you! Fill out this survey and tell me your thoughts! Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HUMANHOPE and get on your way to being your best self.NOTES CANDLES: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone’s favorite guest is joining me today: my wife HEATHER! We talk about why Heather left Instagram, what it’s like having my parents across the street, how I’m feeling about my dad’s dementia, our kids growing up, and all the change that’s happening in our family.We laugh, we cry, and we wouldn't change anything about this crazy, FULL season of life we’re in!. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now.HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPESHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today.AQUATRU: Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier! Visit aquatru.com/HUMANHOPE and use the code HUMANHOPE at checkout.NOTES CANDLES: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’ve talked about a lot of controversial things on Instagram, but I don’t know if I have EVER gotten the kind of reaction that I got from my Taylor Swift reel this week. When I tell you that comment section is a dumpster fire, I mean it! So I wanted to dig a little deeper into why this feels like such a big deal. This episode is part commentary, part introspection, and part warning of the underlying toxicity of this controversy.. . . . .NOTES CANDLES: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are courageously joined by Katy Dieckhaus, who lost her daughter Evelyn in the Covenant School Shooting in Nashville in 2023, and Annette Lake, who lost both her father Kenny and son Terrance to suicide by firearm less than a year apart in the early 2000s. They’re sharing their stories with you.We are also joined by Erin Rogus, who is walking with people like Katy and Annette to fight for change. Erin is the policy director for Voices For A Safer Tennessee, which is a nonprofit, nonpartisan statewide coalition dedicated to prioritizing firearm safety and advocating for common sense gun laws to make communities across Tennessee safer for all of us.Listening to stories like Katy's and Annette's is how we practice walking with people and not standing on issues. These women’s stories will change you— maybe not your opinion, and that’s okay— but they will change your heart if you let them. Submit your questions for next week's episode on Spotify, in my question box on Instagram, or email them to whitney@carloswhittaker.com.. . . . .Learn more about Voices for a Safer Tennessee (Safer TN) that Katy and Erin are a part of at: https://safertn.org/Join the Safer TN Coalition: https://safertn.org/join-the-coalition/Donate to Safer TN: https://safertn.org/donate/Follow Safer TN on social: https://www.instagram.com/voices4safertn?igsh=MWwyeWNnbW02ZzY1Ng==Find your TN state legislators: https://safertn.org/guide-to-reach-out-to-your-state-legislators/Join Safer TN at the Capitol: https://safertn.org/legislative-session-sign-up/Find resources from TN Suicide Prevention Network here: tspn.orgIf you or a loved one are experiencing crisis or suicidal thoughts, call 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifelife. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.. . . . .Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotesLet’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here.. . . . .AIRDOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now.HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices