Episode 8 | Burgess Jenkins on Friendship, Faith, Acting & Overcoming Life's Greatest Trials

Episode 11: Michael Mauldin on Worship, Spiritual Warfare & Trusting God's Plan

In Episode 11 of the Enter Up Podcast, Will Hardy sits down with Michael Mauldin — visionary minister, filmmaker, author, and worship leader — for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and fully trusting God's plan. Michael shares what it means to truly listen to God and move when He calls. From leading his family with love, to traveling across the U.S. during COVID to bring hope where it was needed most, this episode dives deep into living boldly in obedience. They talk about the power of worship, fighting against the darkness in this world, addressing the reality of suicide and how we can help those who are struggling, and how God guides our steps even when we don't understand the journey. Michael opens up about the movements he's been part of, how God shaped his life to where he is today, and how trusting God's plan — not our own — is the key to growth and purpose. This conversation is about faith in action, courage in uncertain times, and the transformational power of worship. If this episode speaks to you, make sure to like, subscribe, and share. Let us know in the comments what impacted you most.

Episode 10: Finn Wittrock on Acting, Fatherhood & Playing Milton Hershey | EnterUp Podcast

In Episode 10 of the EnterUp Podcast, host Will Hardy sits down with Emmy-nominated actor Finn Wittrock for an honest and inspiring conversation about acting, fatherhood, perseverance, and stepping into one of the most iconic roles of his career. Finn reflects on his early years studying Shakespeare alongside his father, attending an artistic high school in Los Angeles, and eventually earning acceptance into the prestigious Juilliard School — where his craft and discipline were refined at the highest level. We talk about his breakout and defining performances in American Horror Story (earning him an Emmy nomination), as well as major roles in The Big Short, La La Land, If Beale Street Could Talk, and The Normal Heart. Finn opens up about the highs of success, the uncertainty between projects, rejection, resilience, and what it really looks like to sustain a career in Hollywood. One of the most powerful parts of this episode is Finn's transparency about balancing being a present father while pursuing a demanding acting career. He shares the internal tension between ambition and family, long filming schedules, emotional roles, and the grounding perspective that fatherhood brings to his life and work. We also dive into his upcoming film The Life of Milton Hershey, set for release later this year. Finn discusses what drew him to portraying Milton Hershey and how this role connects to legacy, vision, and purpose at this stage of his life. This episode is about passion, discipline, humility, and navigating life's different seasons — on screen and at home. 👇 Comment below: What part of Finn's story resonated with you most? 🔔 Like, Subscribe, and Share to support more meaningful conversations on the EnterUp Podcast.

Episode 9 | Faith, Business & the Journey Through Life's Ups and Downs with April Reed

In Episode 9 of the EnterUp Podcast, host Will Hardy sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and leader April Reed for an inspiring conversation about faith, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and navigating the highs and lows of life and business. April is the Founder and CEO of EHR Concepts, a nationally recognized healthcare IT consulting and staffing company that grew from a two-person startup into an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company. She shares the real behind-the-scenes journey of building a business, overcoming challenges, avoiding burnout, and staying grounded in faith through every season. We also dive into her passion for innovation, leadership, and community impact — including her work in transforming healthcare education and her podcast The Missing Piece. From business breakthroughs to personal trials, April opens up about what it truly takes to lead with purpose, raise a family, and create meaningful change while trusting God along the way. 📱 Like, Subscribe, and Follow to support the podcast and stay connected 🔔

Episode 8 | Burgess Jenkins on Friendship, Faith, Acting & Overcoming Life's Greatest Trials

In Episode 8 of The EnterUp Podcast, host Will Hardy sits down with actor Burgess Jenkins — known for his role in Remember the Titans and many other major film and television projects — for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about friendship, purpose, perseverance, and growth. Burgess and Will reflect on their early days as friends chasing acting dreams, the struggles of breaking into Hollywood, and the moments that shaped Burgess's journey to success. Burgess opens up about one of the hardest seasons of his life as his wife faced cancer — sharing the fear, heartbreak, and strength that came with walking beside her through that journey, and how it transformed his faith, priorities, and outlook on life. They also dive into how Burgess turned his passion into purpose by creating his own acting school, mentoring the next generation of actors, and helping others step confidently into their calling. This episode is filled with real stories, resilience, hope, and inspiration for anyone facing trials while pursuing their dreams.

Episode 7 | William Paul Young on Faith, Suffering, and Overcoming Life's Greatest Challenges

In Episode 7 of the EnterUp Podcast, host Will Hardy sits down with bestselling author William Paul Young, widely known for his transformative book The Shack, to explore the powerful story behind the words. Paul shares his deeply personal background, the pain and challenges that shaped his life, and how those experiences ultimately led to the creation of The Shack. Together, Will and Paul dive into conversations around Christianity, faith through suffering, forgiveness, and what it truly means to prevail after life-altering hardships. This episode is a raw and hopeful reminder that healing, purpose, and meaning can emerge even after the darkest seasons—and that our stories can become a bridge for others walking through their own struggles. 👉 Like 👍 Subscribe 🔔 and Follow to support the EnterUp Podcast and stay connected for more meaningful conversations about growth, faith, and living with intention.