Living out Faith in Leadership w/ Audrey Knoll: Lessons in Joy & Resilience

032 - The Counseling Chair w/ Rickie Jacobs: Where Faith Meets Healing

Rickie Jacobs went from seminary to the therapist's chair and hasn't looked back. In this conversation, we dig into why we wait so long to ask for help, what addiction really is, and what it looks like when faith and counseling meet. (0:00) Introduction to Rickie Jacobs(5:52) The Transition from Seminary to Counseling(15:08) Understanding the Need for Therapy(21:22) The Role of a Therapist: Tools for Self-Discovery(23:45) Understanding Sin and Brokenness(29:03) The Role of Therapy in Healing(31:29) Faith and Counseling: A Unique Intersection(34:20) Maintaining Peace Amidst Heavy Burdens(35:20) Integrating Faith in Secular Counseling(43:44) Encouraging a Wild and Adventurous Faith(46:55) Recognizing Signs for Seeking Help(49:14) Taking the First Step Towards Therapy

Significance Over Success w/ RJ Finley: The Power of Aligning Faith, Values, and Finance

In this episode, Collin welcomes RJ Finley to discuss the power of aligning wealth with personal values. RJ shares his journey from a finance student at TCU to a career in wealth management, emphasizing the importance of making intentional decisions that reflect one's true purpose. He highlights the role of community, faith, and personal growth in shaping a fulfilling life. RJ also illustrates how wealth can be a tool for meaningful impact rather than just accumulation. Listen for more! Chapters  (0:10) Introduction to RJ Finley (2:32) The Journey to TCU  (11:12) Internships and Early Career  (15:28) Finding the Fit in Finance (32:58) Aligning Wealth with Values (47:06)The Five Key Decisions  (54:37) Personal Reflections and Advice

Senior Season w/ Ethan Wiley: Presence Over Performance

Collin Bass sits down with Baylor senior Ethan Wiley to reflect on his college journey, from basketball and campus leadership to his Trellix internship. Ethan shares lessons on balancing pressure, staying present, and leaning in on his faith in all things! He closes with a reminder that your worth isn’t built on achievement, but rooted in being created by God. Tune in for more!! Chapters(0:00) Introduction of Ethan Wiley  (1:21) College Journey  (8:26) Role of Faith and Reflection  (12:19) Mentorship (50:47 - 53:31) Advice for the Future

BONUS TALK: The Ordinary Call to Holiness - Through the Lens of St. Zélie Martin & Living Holy Simplicity

Collin shares a talk he led at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dallas, focusing on living out faith in the workplace. The episode is divided into two parts: the first highlights a personal encounter with Alan Barnhart, who transformed his business into a mission field, and the second explores the life of Saint Zélie Martin, emphasizing the ordinary call to holiness. Through these stories, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own vocations and how they can integrate faith into daily life.

Thinking Outside the Box w/ Lachlan: Faith, Purpose & Unexpected Paths

(00:00) Introduction to Lachlan's Journey (01:38) Navigating Post-College Life (04:29) Recognizing Divine Guidance in Career Choices (06:23) The Importance of Thinking Outside the Box (15:03) Transitioning into the Professional World (22:03) Integrating Faith into the Workplace (28:14) Setting Goals and Quotas (30:35) Advice for the Future (41:01) Pursuing Dreams and Growth Summary In this conversation, Lachlan shares his journey from Baylor to his first full-time job, emphasizing faith, outside-the-box thinking, and the power of conversations. Discover how faith influences his work, the importance of listening, and lessons learned from impactful conversations.