The Conversation with Adam Weber

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Brad Montague, a New York Times bestselling author of books for kids and former kids. You may know Brad as the creator of the series Kid President. His newest mission, The Fantastic Bureau of Imagination, is about keeping the world’s creativity going through dreaming AND doing. In this episode, Brad speaks so beautifully about the gifts and talents God has given us through creativity. About how to be both a dreamer and a doer. Naturally we’re good at one (dreaming or doing), but it takes courage to do both! “Dare ​to ​dream, ​but ​please ​also ​do. ​For ​dreamers ​are ​many, ​but ​doers ​are ​few.” Get a copy of The Fantastic Bureau of Imagination here. To be encouraged, follow Brad on Instagram. Take 3 minutes and watch this Pep Talk from Kid President. Special shoutout: to my late brother Hugh and his family Amy, Emerson, & Finn. Thanks to our amazing partner on this episode: Simple If you are a church or lead a faith based nonprofit, you have to look into working with Simple! Simple provides an easy, secure way to make giving super user-friendly. I promise you won’t regret it! For more info, check out their brand new website simpledonation.com Sign up for the Crew at: adamweber.com/thecrew

What would you say if you were completely honest with yourself and with God? It’s time to find out! In today’s conversation, Adam sits down with his friend Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about her new guided journal Stuff I'd Only Tell God. Jennifer lives on a farm in northwest Iowa, she is an author, an acquisitions editor with Baker Books & she has a heart of gold. Adam typically leans away from talking about a guest’s book, but this week he’s leaning in. With daring questions, provocative lists, and quirky charts and illustrations, this journal is a place to record all the stuff you’d only tell God: ideas, beliefs, secrets, memories, wonderings, and wishes. You’ll find the space, the courage, and the help you need to unearth the real you… The you that is sometimes buried deep beneath a layer of self-protection. If you find it hard to be honest with God or maybe you struggle being honest with yourself… this episode is for you! Get a copy of Stuff I'd Only Tell God here. Follow Jennifer on Instagram. You can check out Adam & Jennifer’s previous conversation here. Thanks to our amazing partner on this episode: Simple Simple provides an easy, secure way to make giving super user-friendly. If you are a church or lead a faith based nonprofit, you have to look into working with Simple! You won’t regret it! For more info, check out their brand new website simpledonation.com If you are not signed up yet to receive the Crew newsletter, you need to! It’s totally free. It takes less than 30 seconds. Sign up at: adamweber.com/thecrew

In today’s conversation, Adam sits down with thought leader, author, & speaker, Gabe Lyons. Gabe is the founder of THINQ Media, formerly Q Ideas, an organization who educates and equips thought leaders to create conversations that lead to wisdom. Gabe’s work represents a timeless, yet current perspective on faith’s role in culture. If you’ve ever wanted to know how to talk about cultural issues with others… or you’d like to hear different perspectives on issues you may be wrestling with yourself, this episode is a master class in how to engage and ask the right questions with humility and grace. Here are links to the resources Gabe mentioned in the podcast: THINQ media (free resources to have conversations) Felicia Wu Song, her book Restless Devices Jordan Peterson Doc Amen on Instagram The AI Dilemma presentation on YouTube Kevin Kelly The Joe Rogan Experience Podcast Jon Tyson Timothy Keller sermons Os Guinness Mark Sayers Thanks to our amazing partners on this episode: Simple & Asbury Seminary Simple provides an easy, secure way to make giving super user-friendly. If you are a church or lead a faith based nonprofit, you have to look into working with Simple! You won’t regret it! For more info, check out their brand new website simpledonation.com. Asbury Seminary is a multi-denominational graduate school of theology called to teach the unchanging truth of Christianity! According to Adam, it’s “the best seminary on the planet!” He might be a little biased. If you’ve ever had a desire to take Christian Leadership class or in depth courses about the Bible, visit asburyseminary.edu today! Check out these free devotionals: https://www.adamweber.com/devotionals Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

On this episode of The Conversation, Adam sits down with Katherine Warnock, VP of Original Content with the global phenomenon television series The Chosen, which at the time of this recording was #3 on Amazon’s top 10 in the US! From high school English teacher to Hollywood executive, Katherine shares her story of obeying God’s call on her life. One might assume that faith & Hollywood don’t go well together but she’s found that is not true! Just the opposite! Hollywood is hungry for faith! In this conversation, Katherine shares with Adam how she - and how anyone - can share & bring their faith into the workplace (it’s not what you’d think) and how she juggles her family and her successful career. Watch The Chosen for free here: https://new.thechosen.tv/ Thanks to our amazing partner on this episode: Asbury Seminary Asbury Seminary is a multi-denominational graduate school of theology called to teach the unchanging truth of Christianity! According to Adam, it’s “the best seminary on the planet!” He might be a little biased. If you’ve ever had a desire to take Christian Leadership class or in depth courses about the Bible, visit asburyseminary.edu today! Sign up and join The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

In today’s episode of The Conversation, Adam sits down with Granger Smith. After 24 years of touring as an award-winning country music singer-songwriter, Granger is choosing to leave the music business after losing his 3 year old son, River, in a tragic drowning accident at their home. On his darkest night, Granger had an encounter with Jesus that lifted him up and set him on a new path. During their conversation, they talk about how Granger got through the unfathomable pain and how he connected with God - and how we can too! Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation about grief and hope. Get a copy of Granger’s new book “Like a River” here. Thanks to our amazing partner on this episode: Simple Simple provides an easy, secure way to make giving super user-friendly. If you are a church or lead a faith based nonprofit, you have to look into working with Simple! You won’t regret it! For more info, check out their brand new website simpledonation.com If you are not signed up yet to receive the Crew, you need to! It’s totally free. It takes less than 30 seconds. Sign up at: adamweber.com/thecrew

Adam sits down with best-selling author and keynote speaker, Jon Gordon. Jon is an expert in leadership & mindset… and he may need to add the title of “pastor” after this conversation! He’s worked with teams like the Miami Heat & the Los Angeles Rams along with companies like Publix, State Farm, & Southwest Airlines. Adam and Jon talk about the angry state of the world, why there is a mental health crisis, and how everyone, Christian or not, can use the power of positive thinking to heal and feel more fulfilled! What is “positive thinking”? Listen in! In this conversation you’ll also hear leadership gold from Kalen DeBoer, head football coach of the Washington Huskies. Kalen is originally from South Dakota and is currently one of the most respected coaches in all of college football. Thanks to our amazing partner on this episode: Tommy John. Tommy John has thousands of five star reviews for a reason! They sell the most comfortable undershirts, modern polos, and loungewear you’ll find. You are gonna love it!Check them out today at tommyjohn.com Get a copy of Jon’s new book “The One Truth” here: https://amzn.to/3ObnC41 Sign up and join The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

In today’s episode of The Conversation, Adam sits down with Bianca Juarez Olthoff! She’s a wife, step-mom, pastor & author. Together, the two talk about grit. What is it? How to cultivate more of it? How grit is different from hustle and the importance of Sabbath and rest. Bianca also dives into self-awareness and how it’s critical to know who you are in order to be “gritty.” Near the end, Adam asks Bianca if there’s an area of her life in which she’s personally asking God for more grit (a question she’s never been asked before) and she responds by sharing she has struggled with her weight since she was a teen. Her answer is vulnerable and really relatable. So, to anyone having a similar struggle or if you generally feel like you lack confidence, perseverance and grit, we hope her answer and encouragement brings you hope! You can preorder Grit Don’t Quit here. Thanks to our partner on this episode: Simple. Simple provides an easy, secure way to make giving super user-friendly. If you are a church or lead a faith based nonprofit, you have to look into working with Simple! You won’t regret it! For more info, check out their brand new website simpledonation.com Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author and speaker, shares practical steps to set and achieve goals. He discusses writing a “best moments list,” picking achievable goals, operating in your potential zone, figuring out what fuels your goals, and closing the potential gap. The episode also explores sustainable fuels for goals, the importance of desire, deepening the relationship with God, and dreaming big.

Adam’s back for this month’s South Dakota series episode with wellness influencer, & his friend, Hailey Peters (@happyhealthyhailey_)! After struggling with body image and other health problems throughout high school and her early career, Hailey decided to make a change. A 21-day challenge on Instagram jump-started what would become a whole new mindset towards food, working out, and Hailey’s relationship with Jesus. During their conversation Hailey shares her top 3 tips for jump-starting your health (hint: none of them involve a complicated plan or intense workout regimen!), plus Adam and Hailey talk about the role faith plays in how we take care of our bodies. Hailey closes the episode by sharing the “why” behind her choice to show up online as her authentic self—challenging all of us to stop playing the comparison game. Go and follow Hailey on Instagram at instagram.com/happyhealthyhailey_ To find out more about our amazing partner Tommy John check out tommyjohn.com Tommy John has thousands of five star reviews and over 20 million pairs of Tommy John sold. Whether it’s undershirts, modern polos, or underwear, you are gonna love Tommy John. Look into visiting the Needles Highway on your next trip to South Dakota by checking out: custerresorts.com/activities/scenic-drives/needles-highway Sign up for The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew

Today, Adam sits down with Shawn Johnson, pastor of Red Rocks Church. Shawn shares his story and candidly talks about his battle with anxiety in a raw conversation. Adam and Shawn talk about Shawn’s experience with severe anxiety, how rehab, therapists, pastors, & medication helped him, how to support the person you love when they’re struggling with anxiety, and the specific challenges leaders face when it comes to anxiety. If you or someone you love is dealing with anxiety, this episode is for you! Get a copy of Shawn’s new book, Attacking Anxiety: ​​https://amzn.to/3XhrBPn Sign up and join The Crew: adamweber.com/thecrew