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We are searching far and wide for young people of faith. As BYU students, we are no strangers to blending our everyday life and faith life. Join us as we learn about the cool things people our age are doing to better their communities across religious traditions. Take a Leap is a production of BYUradio.

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Cultivating Interfaith Dialogue With An Imam: Sabah Ahmedi

In this episode of 'Take a Leap', hosts Neftali Rodriguez and Ocean Marshall converse with Sabah Ahmedi, a British Muslim imam, about balancing faith and modern life. Ahmedi shares insights on his spiritual journey, the meaning of 'Take a Leap', dealing with misconceptions about Islam, and the importance of interfaith dialogue. He also discusses the influence of prayer, gratitude, and how Islam aligns with broader human values like justice and peace.

24 min
2 FEB

Faith, Community, and Impact: A Conversation with Jaleesa

In this video, Ocean interviews Jaleesa about her ideal place to live and her faith journey. Jaleesa shares her deep-rooted belief that faith is an action and responsibility, and how it has influenced her leadership, particularly in founding the Raising a Village Foundation. The nonprofit supports underserved children and families in Washington, DC. Jaleesa discusses the impact of faith on young people's resilience and leadership and details how her spiritual perspective shapes her mentoring approach. She emphasizes the importance of community and offers advice on staying grounded in values and purpose.

21 min
27 ENE

Designing Change: Mirabelle Morah's Creative Look on Faith

In this episode of 'Take a Leap,' hosts Neftali and Ocean, interview Mirabelle Morah, a motion designer and founder of Grohwie. They discuss Mirabelle's journey in using her faith and creativity to make a social impact. Mirabelle shares her background, experiences, and the role of faith in her career. She emphasizes the importance of patience, community, and staying grounded in her beliefs while working in multicultural spaces. Maribel advises young people to pursue big dreams with determination and faith, sharing personal stories of how her faith guided her big decisions and creative initiatives.

24 min
20 ENE

The Faith Behind The Voice: Sadie's Road to Faith

Sadie Dahl, recently on The Voice, joins us to talk about how prayer was a huge part of her experience on the NBC singing reality competition television series. Plus, what it's like to work with Snoop Dog.

28 min
13 ENE

Replay: Where Faith Meets Action - Arizza’s Mission for Unity and Peace

Replay of Ocean and Arriza discussing Arizza's work as a global peace advocate and co-founder of Kris for Peace, a nonprofit promoting peace in conflict-affected areas of the Philippines. Kris for Peace has generated significant impact through libraries, education support, and youth programs. Arizza shares her personal story of growing up in a mixed-faith household, challenges faced, and the importance of interfaith dialogue and action. She emphasizes the role of education, youth empowerment, and faith in fostering peace and social cohesion. Arizza also discusses overcoming skepticism, the power of community, and the need for active listening and purpose.

27 min
6 ENE

Replay: Faith And Language - Ashley's Journey in Chinese Bridge Competition

In this episode of the Take Leap podcast, hosts Neftali Rodriguez and Ocean Marshall interview Ashley Breinholt, a student studying neuroscience and Chinese at Brigham Young University. Ashley recently won second place in the global finals of the Chinese Bridge competition, celebrating Chinese language and culture. She shares her experiences, discussing her favorite Chinese foods, the impact of faith and prayer on her confidence, and the importance of understanding different cultures. Ashley emphasizes the value of humility, perseverance, and seeking help to succeed. She encourages listeners to take opportunities to learn and grow, linking her linguistic skills and international experiences to her future career and personal goals.

22 min
30/12/2025

Replay: A Unified World Through Positive Politics

Hosts Neftali Rodriguez and Ocean Marshall interview Dallin Bundy, a 2025 Truman Scholar and a senior studying political science at BYU. The discussion covers a range of topics, including Dallin's love for silent discos, his interest in epic fantasy literature, and his journey to winning the Truman Scholarship. Dallin shares valuable insights on the importance of civil discourse, the impact of political violence on community cohesion, and his commitment to fostering peacemaking and political engagement. The episode concludes with actionable advice for young people to stay politically active, show up in their communities, and maintain a balanced life.

29 min
23/12/2025

Replay: Love, Service, and Futures: A Faith Journey with Jennifer Eburuoh

Jennifer Eburuoh, a PhD student in international relations at American University. Jennifer shares her journey, detailing her Nigerian American faith background, her work with the UN Refugee Agency, and her study of environmental science. She discusses how her faith motivates her service and advocacy work and provides insights into her experiences in Uganda and the importance of being a good listener. The episode concludes with advice for young adults on navigating career paths rooted in service and justice.

23 min

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Trailer: What even is Take a Leap?

Welcome to the Take a Leap podcast! We are students searching far and wide for young people of faith. We want to know why individuals in our generation are choosing their faith, and learning how they blend their everyday life and faith life. Join us as we learn about the cool things people our age are doing to better their communities across religious traditions.

01/11/2024

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We are searching far and wide for young people of faith. As BYU students, we are no strangers to blending our everyday life and faith life. Join us as we learn about the cool things people our age are doing to better their communities across religious traditions. Take a Leap is a production of BYUradio.