Creating Legacy with Hobby Lobby Founder David Green and Legacy Stone CEO Bill High (ep. 824)

David Green is the founder of Hobby Lobby, one of the largest privately owned arts and crafts retailers in the world. Bill High is the CEO of Legacy S...

When Life Invites You to Say "Yes" (Monday Moment ep. 823)

Throughout the promotion of SOUL ON FIRE, one name kept coming up around our office- Jan Roseberry! She was booking theaters, posting constantly on so...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Mark Isham (ep. 822)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series concludes by welcoming Mark Isham, the award-winning composer for film and television whose music has sha...

Bringing Heroes into the Light (Monday Moment ep. 821)

The past few weeks have been humbling and joy-filled. Interviews, headlines, sold-out theaters, and messages from around the world have celebrated SOU...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: John Corbett (ep. 820)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes John Corbett, the beloved actor, musician, and storyteller who portrays my dad Denny O'Leary on...

Love That Shows Up (Monday Moment ep. 819)

Returning to school after the fire 38 years ago, I worried if I'd still belong. That day, my classmates embraced me, and last Thursday they again show...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: William H. Macy (ep. 818)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes the man who brought one of America's most beloved voices to life: legendary broadcaster Jack Buc...

Amazing Grace: SOUL ON FIRE Style (Monday Moment ep. 817)

None of it really makes sense.
Last Thursday, a black SUV picked up the O'Leary family and transported us to the gorgeous Powell Hall in St. Lou...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Joel Courtney (ep. 816)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes the actor tasked with the impossible job of being as charming, joyful, and good-looking as yours...

The Joy That Lights Up SOUL ON FIRE (Monday Moment ep. 815)

In just over a week and a half, SOUL ON FIRE will light up theaters across the country. And last week, as part of The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE podcast s...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Stephanie Szostak (ep. 814)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes my dear friend Stephanie Szostak.
Stephanie has brought memorable characters to life in A...

Help: The Strongest Word We Can Speak (Monday Moment ep. 813)

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: DeVon Franklin (ep. 812)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes the actor who brings to life the unforgettable role of Nurse Roy: DeVon Franklin.
DeVon is...

Out of the Shadows (Monday Moment ep. 811)

Often the most beautiful parts of our lives are the very ones we tuck away.
We hide them in closets, leave them in boxes, store them in corners,...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Masey McLain (ep. 810)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series welcomes Masey McLain, the gifted actress who portrays my wife, Beth O'Leary, in our upcoming film.
...

The Power in Saying Yes (Monday Moment ep. 809)

I'm too busy.
I'll get back to them later.
I'll just ignore it.
These are common ways to respond to life's interruptions.
But...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: James McCracken (ep. 808)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE shines a spotlight on one of the youngest members of the cast: James McCracken.
At just nine years old, Ja...

The Ripple Effect of a Simple Act (Monday Moment ep. 807)

While visiting patients at a children's hospital last week, a little boy asked who my favorite nurse was during my own hospital stay. It felt a bit li...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Mac Powell (ep. 806)

This week, The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series turns up the volume as we're joined by the man whose song has become the heartbeat of the film: Mac Powel...

Reframing the Goodbye (Monday Moment ep. 805)

As we step into a new school year, many of us are in a season of transition. Sending little ones off to kindergarten, big kids off to high school, and...

The Voices of SOUL ON FIRE: Sean McNamara (ep. 804)

As we begin the Voices of SOUL ON FIRE series, it only makes sense to start with the man who's been with this story from the very beginning: Sean McNa...

What's the Most I Can Give? (Monday Moment ep. 803)

John Ruhlin built a wildly successful business and life practicing radical generosity. While many spend their lives asking, "How much do I have to giv...

Neal McDonough: Faith-Driven Actor and Producer (ep. 802)

Neal McDonough is an award-winning actor known for memorable roles in Band of Brothers, Justified, and Desperate Housewives, as well as more than 150...

Seen, Scarred, and Still Worthy (Monday Moment ep. 801)

True value doesn't come from how others see us; it comes from knowing who we are.
Sometimes the most important lessons are taught in unexpected...

Dr. Rebecca Heiss: Transform Stress to Work for You (ep. 800)

Did you know 84% of Americans say stress impacts them as deeply as trauma?
Recognizing this, Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a stress physiologist whose wo...

What a Gift! (Monday Moment ep. 799)

Earlier this summer, I sat next to my dad in a darkened movie theater. We shared some popcorn, fought over Milk Duds, and watched a movie together.

John Kasich: How Communities Inspire Hope and Build the Future (ep. 798)

Former Governor John Kasich has spent his life bringing people together to tackle tough problems, guided by a deep belief that we all have a role to p...

The Power in Showing Up (Monday Moment ep. 797)

More than 20 years ago, my wife Beth and I volunteered to take on a Little Brother from our local chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters. We thought we w...

Rescue at the Reef: The Miraculous Story of Shark Attack Survivor Jameson Reeder Jr. (ep. 796)

Jameson Reeder Sr. and his 10-year-old son, Jameson Jr., were swimming nine miles off the coast of Florida when a 9-foot bull shark appeared out of no...

Love the One in Front of You (Monday Moment ep. 795)

In the early 2000s, I worked in residential construction. As a general contractor, my days were long, dusty, and jammed with deadlines difficult to hi...

Cristina Baker: A 60-Second Voice of Hope (ep. 794)

Cristina Baker is a speaker, author, and digital creator whose short videos have brought hope and encouragement to millions. And yet, before she becam...

I Have No Regrets (Monday Moment ep. 793)

"I do."
 57 years ago, Mom spoke those words while holding Dad's hands.

John Register: Resilience, Reinvention, and Running a New Race (ep. 792)

John Register is a two-time Paralympian, a silver medalist, a Persian Gulf War veteran, and a TEDx motivational speaker. He's also someone who knows w...

Let the Parade Begin... Again (Monday Moment ep. 791)

Remember being little, and how natural it was to dive fully into life?
We raised our hands when questions were asked, made best friends with eve...

What Is Toxic Productivity? Israa Nasir Explains (ep. 790)

Israa Nasir is a psychotherapist, speaker, writer, and the founder of WellGuide, a digital platform dedicated to making mental health tools accessible...

Out of Darkness, Light (Monday Moment ep. 789)

During five agonizing months in the hospital, physical pain, emotional anguish and unceasing monotony were constant companions. And yet, one thing I t...

Kyle Scheele: Champion of Crazy Ideas (ep. 788)

Kyle Scheele is a speaker, author, content creator, and self-described "maker of weird stuff for the internet." He's built a Viking ship out of cardbo...

Make Time for Play (Monday Moment ep. 787)

I don't enjoy convertibles in August. Especially not in the southern Florida heat.
I don't typically eat at the Olive Garden. In particular, two...

Christine Handy: From Cancer to Courage and Inner Worth (ep. 786)

As a high-profile model and bestselling author, Christine Handy built a life that seemed picture-perfect as she graced campaigns for iconic brands lik...

This is Real Love (Monday Moment ep. 785)

This weekend marked the first Father's Day I've ever celebrated without my dad. It was a bittersweet milestone- filled with both gratitude for the way...