BE A BALLER -"Building a lifelong legacy"

Built by Faith: Motherhood, Legacy & Leading Through Life’s Seasons

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/fan_mail/new] Legacy doesn’t happen by accident, and Celeste Allen proves it with a life that’s been shaped by faith, discipline, and service. We’re talking with a mother, educator, mentor, and ministry leader with more than 45 years of experience who has helped build people, not just programs. If you’ve ever wondered whether your everyday choices matter, this conversation makes the case that they matter more than you think.  We get honest about motherhood in real life: the part no one explains, the way worries shift as kids become adults, and why “it gets easier” isn’t the whole story. Celeste shares how God led her into homeschooling, why spiritual formation mattered more than simply “getting a good education,” and what it took to keep going as a single parent after losing her husband. Her parenting principles are simple but weighty: start with the Word, build Christian character, and trust God with the outcomes.  We also dig into servant leadership and purpose through seasons, including how Celeste’s relationship with Christ transformed her love for people and her willingness to speak up for God. Her prayer life is practical and memorable, from written prayers to persistent intercession for her children. We close with a definition of “being a baller” that has nothing to do with status and everything to do with significance: being available, lifting others up, and strengthening people spiritually and emotionally.  If you’re a mom who feels unseen, a leader who wants to serve well, or a woman questioning your timeline, press play and take notes. Subscribe, share this with someone you’re building with, and leave a review so more legacy-minded listeners can find the show. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/support]

Elizabeth Gaddis, Mother’s Month Special: Triplets, Faith, and Finding Strength in Prayer

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/fan_mail/new] Triplets. A baby at home. A working husband. Tight budgets. Big faith. At the center of her story is a steady foundation—faith expressed through prayer. You’ll hear how prayer has guided her marriage, shaped family decisions, and anchored her through uncertainty, including big transitions like college planning and raising children into adulthood. In this Mother’s Month conversation, Elizabeth Gaddis joins Be a Baller to share the real story behind motherhood—no filters, no highlight reel. As a mother of four sons (including triplets), married since 1981, and a grandmother of 11, Elizabeth brings 35 years of experience serving students and families through Columbus City Schools and a lifetime of lessons learned in the middle of everyday life. This episode dives into what many parents quietly wrestle with: the overwhelming days, the moments you wish you handled differently, and the slow, shaping work of learning to respond instead of react. Elizabeth speaks honestly about raising boys, the importance of presence over perfection, and why “enjoying the moment” matters even when life feels stretched thin. If you’re a parent who feels unseen, tired, or pulled in too many directions, this conversation offers grounded encouragement: stay connected to people who pour into you, give yourself space to breathe, and stay faithful in the small daily choices that shape your home. If this episode encourages you, subscribe to Be a Baller, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more families discover these conversations and build a legacy with intention.   Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/support]

“More Than a Workout: Training for Life & Legacy” with Austin Parker (Coach AP)

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/fan_mail/new] What’s up, Ballers! Welcome back to The NxtUp Ballers Podcast — where we highlight individuals who are building something bigger than themselves. Today’s guest is someone who’s using fitness as a vehicle — not just for physical transformation, but for discipline, mindset, and purpose Austin Parker, or Coach AP, is a Corporate Wellness Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and CEO of APFit — where he’s spent over a decade helping individuals strengthen not just their bodies, but their confidence and mental resilience. Today, we’re talking about what it really means to go beyond the workout — and start training for life and legacy. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/support]

Dr. Michael Langan on Faith, Medicine & Legacy

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/fan_mail/new] In this episode of the BAB Podcast, Dr. Michael Langan shares how faith, discipline, and purpose shape leadership in medicine and life. From burnout and mentorship to healthcare access and serving underserved communities, this conversation is full of wisdom on leading well, serving people, and building a legacy that honors God. 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who values purpose-driven leadership. #BABPodcast #Leadership #FaithAndLeadership #Medicine #Legacy #Mentorship Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/support]

Helping You Prosper: Redefining Wealth Beyond the Bottom Line

Send us a comment about the Be a Baller Podcast Episode. Thanks for support. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/fan_mail/new] What does real prosperity look like when it’s not just about money? In this episode, we sit down with First Merchants Bank Jennifer Griffith and Matt Gerhardts, to explore how true success is built through relationships, trust, and long-term impact—not just bigger numbers. From business lending to community investment in Central Ohio’s Northland area, we unpack how people-first banking creates stronger businesses, healthier cash flow, and lasting opportunity. You’ll also get practical wisdom for entrepreneurs and young professionals, including mentorship, financial habits, and simple frameworks like the 50/30/20 rule. This conversation goes beyond finances, connecting financial literacy to mental wellness, leadership, and legacy. If you’re building something that matters—at work, at home, or in your community—this episode will challenge you to think bigger about what it truly means to prosper. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064785/support]