Mature Me w/ Rich Wilkerson Jr.

This week on Mature Me, Rich sits down with Jimmy Rollins—speaker, author, and former pastor who, alongside his wife Irene, spent 25 years in full-time ministry, including 10 years as Senior Pastor of i5 City.They discuss the tension between external success and internal struggle, how easy it is to get comfortable in discomfort, and what it took for Jimmy to step away and rebuild from the inside out. Miracles can happen in a moment, but restoration takes a process.Jimmy shares his journey of hitting rock bottom, taking a year-long sabbatical, and learning that you can’t preach your triggers away—you have to lean into them to understand what they’re revealing. Now, through TWO=ONE, he and Irene are helping others build marriages, families, and lives that are whole—not just holding it together.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

This week on Mature Me, Rich sits down with Dan and Jojo Watson, Location Pastors at Passion City Church and former leaders at Hillsong London, where they helped build and lead a thriving young adult ministry.They discuss building teams, raising leaders, and staying anchored in calling—even when everything shifts. Leadership isn’t about control—it’s about recruiting, raising up, and releasing others into their purpose.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On Ep 48, Rich sits down with Travis Hearn–leader, pastor, and author, who shares his extraordinary journey of recovery after surviving a massive stroke. His story is a living testament to God’s work through signs and wonders, reminding us that miracles are real and still happening today.They also dive into leadership, ministry, and Travis’ new book, The Fire Is For You, out now. If you’ve been hoping or waiting for a miracle in your life, this conversation is the encouragement you’ve been looking for to reignite your faith.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On ep 47, Rich sits down with Erwin McManus—husband, father, author, Pastor of Mosaic Church, visionary, communicator, and so much more. They dive into the art of communication—not just as a skill, but as a soul connection, leadership, and worship. Erwin breaks down the seven frequencies of communication from his latest book, Seven, and why understanding ourselves and others shapes the quality of our relationships—and ultimately, our lives.He shares what decades of leading and working with people have taught him, breaking down the connection between thinking and communication and explaining why great communicators must first become great thinkers.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

What does it really take to plant a church? How do you stay obedient when the weight feels overwhelming?On Ep 46, Rich sits down with Russell Johnson and Jabin Chavez, lead pastors of The Pursuit NW in Seattle and City Light Church in Las Vegas. They get real and share the weight of obedience, untold church stories, the pressure of the calling, and how God’s grace meets us in the struggle.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On Ep 45, Rich has an insightful conversation with Dino Rizzo—a leader who has spent his life building the Church, pouring into pastors, and helping people step into their purpose.As the Executive Director of ARC, he’s helped plant over 370 churches, but more than that, he has a heart for seeing people stay planted and grow where God has called them to be. We talk about leadership, purpose, and being part of something that lasts through generations.Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter:⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠Watch this episode on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/Follow Rich on TikTok:⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On Ep 44, Rich and Dakota Duron sit down with NFL legend Wes Welker, one of the greatest wide receivers to ever play the game. From going undrafted and getting cut to becoming a key part of New England’s winning culture, Wes shares how discipline, consistency, and faith shaped his journey—even when he didn’t understand it at the time. We talk about the highs, the setbacks, his sudden departure from the Miami Dolphins and the lessons he learned through it all. Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ  Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/ Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On Ep 43, Rich sits down with Jason Kennedy—celebrated news anchor, husband, father of two and, believe it or not, Rich's best friend of 25 years! From the highs and lows of his 16-year career at E! News to navigating life’s valleys and mountaintops, Jason shares how he found his identity beyond his job and embraced growth in every season. You won't want to miss this episode full of untold stories, laughter, tears and more. Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ  Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/ Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

What does it mean to stand firm in your convictions, even when the world is against you? To kick off the new year, Rich sits down with Sage Steele—an icon in sports journalism whose story is one of courage, resilience, and purpose. From being canceled by mainstream media to walking through divorce and heartbreak, Sage shares how she found strength in her faith, family, and calling. Now, as the creator of The Sage Steele Show, she reflects on finding purpose in the pain and standing firm through life's storms. Her story will leave you inspired—don’t miss it. Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ  Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/ Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠

On ep 41, Rich sits with John Cameron–pastor, author, coach and more. After founding and leading the largest church in New Zealand, John & his wife Gillian are now based on the Gold Coast of Australia and travel the world preaching at Christian events and coaching pastors and leaders. They talk about facing crisis and opposition, learning the rhythms of each season, how to grow and scale what your sphere of influence and more. Sign up for Leadership With Rich free weekly newsletter: ⁠https://www.richwilkersonjr.com⁠ Watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARNPkLHwzeC4KSXGu4RISQ  Follow Rich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/ Follow Rich on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@richwilkersonjr?lang=en⁠