From Near-Death to Divine Purpose: Composer Erik Couttolenc on Faith, Excellence & Working with Hans Zimmer

Thando Mbhele on The Art and Science of Storytelling, Faith, and Making Jesus Practical

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Christian John Bradley sits down with South African filmmaker Thando Mbhele to explore how storytelling, faith, and discipline intertwine to create meaningful art. Thando shares his journey of learning the science of creativity—from daily practice and artistic systems to his deep passion for editing and filmmaking. He opens up about seeing himself as a "gatekeeper" of stories, his desire to make Jesus practical through authentic storytelling, and how film builds real community across cultures. Whether you're a filmmaker, storyteller, or believer passionate about purpose-driven creativity, this episode offers timeless lessons on consistency, nuance, and making faith relatable through art. You'll Hear: 🎬 The formula behind creating good art 🧠 Why discipline fuels creativity and consistency ❤️ How storytelling connects communities ✝️ Making faith and Jesus practical through film 🎞️ The power of editing as the "final writing" of a story If you love conversations about filmmaking, faith, creativity, and storytelling, this one's for you.

Kris Germaine on Redefining Winning, Embracing Loss & Finding Success Through Faith

In this inspiring conversation, Kris Germaine joins Christian John Bradley to unpack what it truly means to hate to lose — and how faith, growth, and perspective redefine what winning really looks like. Kris shares powerful lessons on embracing the process, staying grounded through success and failure, and keeping faith at the center of your competitive drive. From his experiences in coaching, fatherhood, and personal growth, this episode challenges the idea that losing is failure — and reveals how it can actually be transformation. You'll learn: * How to embrace the process, not just the outcome * Why faith is the foundation of true success * Lessons from Kobe Bryant on mindset and work ethic * How competition refines character, not just skill * Leadership, humility, and purpose in the face of loss If you're driven by growth, leadership, or faith in action, this episode will motivate you to redefine success and stay committed to your higher purpose.

From Near-Death to Divine Purpose: Composer Erik Couttolenc on Faith, Excellence & Working with Hans Zimmer

In this powerful episode of The Hate to Lose Podcast, host Christian John Bradley sits down with Erik Couttolenc — visionary film composer and artist currently working with Hans Zimmer's Bleeding Fingers Studio — to explore how faith, discipline, and surrender can shape true excellence. From discovering music as a child in Mexico to studying at Berklee College of Music, surviving a near-fatal car crash, and ultimately finding his divine calling, Erik shares a raw and inspiring story of perseverance, faith, and purpose. Together, Christian and Erik unpack what it means to "be on belay" with God — trusting Him to hold the rope through seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and breakthrough. They discuss creativity as worship, the power of sound to move the soul, and how excellence becomes an act of obedience when rooted in faith. 🎶 Whether you're an artist, athlete, or believer pursuing purpose, this conversation will challenge you to redefine success, embrace surrender, and live with conviction.

Cowboys Chaos: Jerry Jones, Micah Parsons & Ben Johnson's Chicago Bears | NFL Preseason Week 2

🔥 Cowboys Conundrum * Jerry Jones' missteps in handling Micah Parsons' contract negotiations * Dak Prescott's playoff failures still haunting Dallas * Why the Cowboys' culture is "rotten at the core" and destined for another lost season 🐻 Fresh Air in the Windy City * Ben Johnson brings confidence, honesty, and energy to the Chicago Bears * Caleb Williams' promising preseason performance under Johnson's leadership * Why Johnson is the complete opposite of Matt Eberflus and is primed to deliver the Bears' first winning season in 7 years 💡 Final Takeaway A rotten core cannot produce good fruit — in football, in business, and in life. * Entrepreneurs can't build joyful cultures if they are depressed. * Parents can't build discipline in their kids without being disciplined first. * Leaders reproduce who they are.

Nate Dumlao | Competing as a Father, Leading with Purpose, and Winning from Within

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Hate To Lose, Christian sits down with Nate Dumlao—pastor, communicator, co-founder of the wildly popular Dads Who Try podcast (2.2M+ followers), and a man whose life has been defined by purpose, perseverance, and radical transformation. From watching his father battle early-onset dementia to leading a global youth ministry, Nate shares how competition has evolved in his life—from paintball tournaments to parenting, from ego-driven ambition to Christ-centered leadership. Together, they explore what it means to compete in fatherhood, how to find rhythm over balance, and the tension between your eternal identity and physical reality. 🔥 Topics Covered: * Competing as a dad vs. competing with your dad * Learning to lead by loving, not dominating * Winning by showing up: in life, marriage, and parenting * Flow states, adrenaline addiction, and post-sport identity * What it really means to die to your dream—and watch God resurrect it * How the Cross redefines what it means to never lose If you're a high-achiever, parent, or purpose-driven leader who hates to lose—but wants to grow in how you win—this one will speak to your soul. 🔔 Subscribe and drop a comment if this episode resonated with you. 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube 📲 Follow @hatetolosepodcast | @christianjohnbradley | @dadswhotry Purchase your Crown Cards today! https://www.forthecompetitors.com/crowncards