The CLIMB with Teko Bailey: For Men Ready to Rise in Purpose

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Welcome to The CLIMB—a podcast for men who are tired of coasting… and ready to rise. I’m Teko Bailey—husband, father, coach, and your guide in the climb. I believe there’s a hero inside every man. But that hero doesn’t just show up on the mountain peaks… He’s forged in the fire. In the silence. In the valleys. In the everyday. This isn’t a podcast about pretending to have it all together. It’s about waking up to the purpose inside of you— and learning to walk it out with God, step by step. Some episodes will be short, raw devotionals. Some will be honest solo teachings. And others will be conversations with men who’ve walked through the storm… and kept climbing. Whether you’re navigating fatherhood, rebuilding after failure, or searching for what’s next—this space is for you. You don’t need to climb alone. And you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to take the next step. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts—and join me every Thursday as we awaken the hero within. This is… The CLIMB. The CLIMB is brought to you by The Frequency Network.

  1. Picking Pineapples at 14, Winning Emmys at 40: The Long Climb of Lanai Tabura

    15 HR AGO

    Picking Pineapples at 14, Winning Emmys at 40: The Long Climb of Lanai Tabura

    When life forces you to grow up fast, grit becomes part of your DNA. In this episode of The Climb, Teko Bailey sits down with entertainer, storyteller, and cultural voice Lanai Tabura to trace the journey from a pineapple field on Lānaʻi to award-winning media creator. Raised in poverty by a single mother, shaped by back-breaking plantation work, radio hustle, and the responsibility of cooking for his brothers at age twelve, Lanai’s story is a case study in resilience. He unpacks the realities of growing up without a father, why hardship became his greatest teacher, and how the plantation generation built the foundation of Hawai‘i’s modern culture. From picking pineapples in 120-degree fields, to building one of Hawai‘i’s most influential radio stations, to hosting global food shows and winning Emmys, Lanai shows how a tough childhood forged the discipline, drive, and creativity that fuel his work today. Lanai and Teko dive into the pressures of entertainment, the evolution of island music, and the science behind radio that most people never hear about. He talks candidly about fatherhood, the weight of modeling healthy communication, and why telling your kids “I love you” can change the trajectory of their lives. They explore the responsibility of carrying ancestral stories, the importance of cultural preservation, and how travel, food, and storytelling became his way of honoring the people who raised him. This episode is for anyone grinding their way forward, anyone pulled between culture and ambition, and anyone who needs to remember that tough beginnings don’t disqualify you—they shape you. CHAPTERS (00:00) Why Hard Work Built His Life (03:00) Growing Up Poor on Lānaʻi (06:00) Pineapple Fields, Pain, and Grit (09:30) Plantation History and Hawai‘i’s Melting Pot (12:30) Radio Beginnings at Sixteen (15:00) Music, Artists, and Building Island 98.5 (18:40) Family, Fatherhood, and Modeling Love (22:10) Anthony Bourdain, Food, and Storytelling (25:00) Creating Shows and Global Travel (28:10) Preserving Culture and Helping Local Businesses (31:00) Success, Responsibility, and What Matters Now About Lanai Tabura Lanai Tabura is an Emmy Award–winning producer, radio host, actor, culinary storyteller, and creator of Cooking Hawaiian Style, now in its 22nd season. Born and raised on the island of Lānaʻi, he has built a multi-decade career in television, radio, travel media, and food culture. His work includes The Great Food Truck Race, documentaries such as Ramen Yokocho, TV hosting across Asia, and pioneering the launch of Island 98.5, one of Hawai‘i’s most influential island-reggae stations. Lanai’s passion is preserving Hawai‘i’s culture through food, travel, and storytelling while helping local artists and businesses thrive. Instagram: @lanaitabura About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by ⁠MassifKroo.com⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min
  2. Priceless in His Eyes: Keagan Denney on Worship, Identity, and the Secret Place

    6 NOV

    Priceless in His Eyes: Keagan Denney on Worship, Identity, and the Secret Place

    When your worth is defined by applause, platforms, and pressure, worship can quietly turn into performance. In this episode of The Climb, Teko Bailey sits down with worship leader and songwriter Keagan Denney to talk about what happens when you strip all that away and make it only about Jesus. Raised under a piano in Pasadena, Texas, shaped by a ministry family, and refined through loss, financial strain, spiritual warfare, and grief, Keagan shares how God turned his love for music into a call to minister. From planting a church in Nashville and losing critical funding overnight, to walking through the death of his grandfather and a dark battle with depression, Keagan opens up about the moments that forced him to decide whether his identity was built on feelings, followers, or the presence of God. He talks about the night God ripped depression out of his life, the power of the secret place, and why real freedom starts when you stop accepting every label the world tries to put on you. Together, Keagan and Teko confront the noise of social media, self-diagnosis culture, and trends in the worship industry, and call worship leaders—and anyone listening—back to clean motives, holy confidence, and the truth that in Christ you are intentionally designed, fearfully and wonderfully made, and priceless in His eyes. This episode is for those leading from the platform, serving in the shadows, or fighting in private, who need a reminder that it is not about perfection, it is about presence. CHAPTERS (00:00) Heart for Worship Over Applause (03:00) From Pasadena Roots to Ministry Call (06:00) Church Planting, Loss, and God’s Care (09:00) Legacy, Alaska, and Time That Shapes You (11:30) Depression, Identity, and Meeting God (15:30) Social Media Noise vs. Priceless Worth (20:40) Worship Leading Without Performance (23:00) Secret Place, David, and Real Authority (25:10) New Music, Identity Album, Global Burden (28:26) Bold Faith in a Confused World About Keagan DenneyKeagan Denney is a worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist recognized as a collaborating artist at the Canadian Sila Music Awards and featured on the single “Priceless” with Dimas Cortez. Raised in a ministry home and shaped by years of hands-on church and worship experience, his heart is to write songs that carry the presence of God, confront counterfeit narratives of worthlessness, and call a generation back to its true identity in Christ.Instagram: @kaegan_music About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by MassifKroo.com Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  3. From Loss to Legacy: Greg Boyd on Grief, Growth, and Living Intentionally

    24 OCT

    From Loss to Legacy: Greg Boyd on Grief, Growth, and Living Intentionally

    When tragedy strikes, it tests everything you believe about yourself, your faith, and your purpose. In this episode of The Climb, Teko Bailey sits down with Greg Boyd—founder of Vienna Waits—to unpack how he rebuilt his life after losing his wife, Allison, to glioblastoma at just 34. From the depths of grief and fatherhood through COVID, Greg learned to live intentionally, parent with compassion, and build a new life rooted in gratitude and action. He opens up about his journey from anxiety and high-performance culture in the tech world to discovering the healing power of presence, therapy, community, and purpose. Greg shares how therapy gave him the tools to face grief head-on, why men must take off their “hero” armor to heal, and how post-traumatic growth reveals strength you never knew you had. Together, he and Teko explore what it means to live in alignment with your true self—and why taking action, not waiting for the “right time,” is the first step toward freedom. Chapters 00:00 – Start Before You’re Ready: The Power of Action 02:00 – From Tech Executive to Turning Point 04:45 – The Diagnosis That Changed Everything 06:50 – Grieving Through COVID and Chaos 09:00 – Tools for Survival: Therapy, Journaling, and Mindfulness 10:30 – Post-Traumatic Growth and Finding Strength in Suffering 13:00 – The Role of Community and Friendship in Healing 15:00 – Rebuilding Love and Family After Loss 17:00 – Parenting Through Grief and Acceptance 20:00 – Letting Go of the Hero Complex 23:00 – Therapy Lessons: Telling the Truth to Your Kids 26:00 – The Backpack Metaphor: How Men Carry Emotional Weight 30:00 – Finding Purpose After the Storm 33:00 – Building Vienna Waits: Helping Others Live Intentionally 37:00 – Gratitude, Action, and Redefining Success 41:00 – Lessons in Fatherhood, Faith, and Fearlessness 49:00 – How to Get Unstuck and Start Living with Purpose About Greg BoydGreg Boyd is the co-founder of Vienna Waits, an organization dedicated to helping people live more intentionally and find purpose through action. A former tech executive turned speaker and coach, Greg’s life changed forever after losing his wife, Allison, to brain cancer in 2020. Through his experiences of grief, growth, and healing, he now empowers others to pursue meaning beyond success. Website: vienna-waits.comInstagram: @vienna_waits_studioLinkedIn: Greg Boyd About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  4. Noel Robinson: Saying Yes to Destiny and Becoming the Revival

    16 OCT

    Noel Robinson: Saying Yes to Destiny and Becoming the Revival

    Gospel artist and worship leader Noel Robinson has spent more than three decades shaping the sound of modern worship across continents. From touring with legends like Ron Kenoly and Graham Kendrick to leading revival through his latest album Change the Atmosphere, Noel’s story is one of obedience, refinement, and faith tested in the fire. In this conversation with Teko Bailey, Noel unpacks what it means to say “yes” to God’s call—even when it means turning down worldly success. He reflects on the moment the Holy Spirit told him no to a life-changing opportunity, only to open doors that aligned with his true purpose. Together, they explore what prophetic destiny really means, the cost of obedience, and the courage required to walk in faith when the outcome is unknown. From the passionate worship of his Jamaican roots to his global ministry, Noel reveals how God tempers and strengthens His servants through seasons of testing. He shares lessons on fatherhood, legacy, revival, and how worship is more than a song—it’s a lifestyle of revelation and response. His message to this generation is clear: revival isn’t coming; we are the revival. Chapters 00:00 – The Call of Prophetic Destiny 02:19 – Change the Atmosphere: Creating a “Jesus Album” 05:07 – The Sound of Revival in Worship and the Earth 07:19 – From Classical Training to Calling in Worship 09:31 – When God Says No: The Test of Obedience 12:24 – Mentorship, Ministry, and Spiritual Temperature 14:10 – Faith Beyond Earthly Success 17:04 – God’s Timing and the Refinement of Purpose 19:25 – Bridging Generations Through Worship 21:01 – Encounters, Instruction, and True Revival 23:40 – The Spirit of Prophecy and the Sound of the Church 25:34 – Breaker of Chains: Revival in the Modern Age 27:33 – Worship as a Lifestyle and Kingdom Expression 29:25 – Finding Purpose and Hearing God’s Voice 31:00 – Gifts, Calling, and the Blueprint of Destiny 33:13 – Kingdom Influence and Cultural Barriers 37:09 – Faith, Fatherhood, and the Cost of the Call 40:22 – Touring Change the Atmosphere and the Message of Salvation 43:11 – Taking Back What the Enemy Stole 46:38 – Legacy, Loss, and Worship as Healing 47:49 – Prayer for Revival, Healing, and Renewal About Noel RobinsonNoel Robinson is an award-winning British worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist with more than nine albums to his name. Known for his fusion of gospel, rock, and prophetic worship, he has served as music director for Ron Kenoly, Graham Kendrick, and numerous global ministries. His latest album, Change the Atmosphere, calls the Church to rediscover its power and authority in Christ through worship and revival. Instagram: @noelrobinsonukYouTube: Noel RobinsonSpotify: Noel RobinsonWebsite: noelrobinson.com About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min
  5. Bret Green (Dad Got Bars): Redefining Fatherhood, Family, and Faith Through Hip-Hop

    9 OCT

    Bret Green (Dad Got Bars): Redefining Fatherhood, Family, and Faith Through Hip-Hop

    Bret Green’s journey is one of fatherhood, growth, and courage. Known to millions as Dad Got Bars, his mix of music, honesty, and humor is reshaping how men talk about parenting and masculinity. Before becoming a viral voice for modern dads, Bret built a Hollywood career with roles in The Inspectors, How to Get Away with Murder, Stalker, and The Goldbergs. But it was fatherhood—not fame—that gave his life deeper meaning. In this conversation with Teko Bailey, Bret opens up about showing up fully for his kids, the humility of early fatherhood, and learning patience and purpose while home with his newborn daughter. Together, they unpack the real challenges men face—ego, expectations, and healing from absent or distant fathers—while exploring how to break generational cycles with empathy and shared responsibility. Bret’s reflections on marriage, the song “Child Support,” and supporting his wife through postpartum depression reveal a man intent on building a new model of love. His message is simple but profound: real strength is found in vulnerability, and fatherhood is sacred work. Chapters 00:00 – A Challenge for Fathers: Presence, Respect, and Connection 02:05 – From Hollywood to Fatherhood: Rediscovering Purpose 03:36 – Breaking Generational Patterns in Parenting 05:44 – The Modern Dad: Empathy, Balance, and Shared Responsibility 07:12 – Losing and Reclaiming Identity in Early Fatherhood 09:00 – Lessons in Worth, Friendship, and Being Present 11:14 – Healing Father Wounds and Modeling Healthy Love 17:34 – Marriage, Commitment, and the Song “Child Support” 27:43 – Honoring Women: Postpartum, Partnership, and Support 33:34 – Reinvention, Legacy, and the Power of Vulnerability About Brian Doerksen Bret Green, known as Dad Got Bars, is an actor, recording artist, and content creator redefining modern fatherhood through storytelling and music. His work blends hip-hop with heart, sparking honest conversations about parenting, marriage, and manhood. His acting credits include CBS’s The Inspectors, ABC’s The Goldbergs, How to Get Away with Murder, and Stalker. Through his viral platform, he continues to inspire families worldwide to lead with empathy, love, and intentional presence. Instagram: @dadgotbars YouTube: @Dadgotbars Spotify: Dad Got Bars IMDB: Brett Green About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min
  6. Brian Doerksen: JUNO & Dove Award Winner on Faith, Family, and Writing Worship for the World

    2 OCT

    Brian Doerksen: JUNO & Dove Award Winner on Faith, Family, and Writing Worship for the World

    Brian Doerksen’s journey is one of faith, resilience, and love. Known worldwide for timeless worship anthems like Come Now Is the Time to Worship, Faithful One, and Hope of the Nations, Brian has spent over 35 years writing songs that carry people through both joy and grief. Behind the awards and global recognition lies a deeper story of brokenness, family, and learning to worship through pain. In this conversation with host Michael Wildes, Brian shares how songs like Hope of the Nations were birthed in the shadow of 9/11, and how Come Now Is the Time to Worship emerged during a season of financial collapse and personal struggle. He reflects on the whispers of God he first heard as a child under a ginkgo tree, and how music has remained a river of renewal throughout his life. Brian also opens up about raising two sons with Fragile X Syndrome, staying grounded through decades of marriage with his wife Joyce, and the way community, family, and long friendships have anchored him through an unpredictable creative journey. From writing worship music that circles the globe to creating an album about long love and an upcoming Christmas film, his climb reminds us that beauty can emerge from fragile places. For men navigating identity, purpose, and perseverance, Brian’s story is a testament to showing up with authenticity, staying faithful in love, and allowing God to turn brokenness into something enduring. Chapters 00:00 – Serving the Hurting in Worship 01:00 – Music as Renewal and Connection 03:37 – Early Inspiration Under a Ginkgo Tree 07:21 – Writing Hope of the Nations in the Shadow of 9/11 10:30 – The Collapse That Led to Come Now Is the Time to Worship 15:26 – Faith, Failure, and the Surprise of Obedience 17:00 – Marriage, Family, and Long Love 20:44 – Raising Sons with Fragile X and Finding Perspective 23:20 – Community, Friendship, and Faithfulness Over Decades 28:46 – Hiking as a Metaphor for Life and Clarity 33:13 – Identity, Purpose, and the Calling of Men 39:44 – Encouragement for Worship Leaders in Low Seasons 43:28 – New Projects: The Second Noel and Love for a Lifetime 46:36 – Where to Find Brian’s Music and Tour Dates 47:48 – Final Encouragement: Love, Identity, and Purpose About Brian Doerksen Brian Doerksen is a songwriter, worship leader, and recording artist whose songs are sung in churches around the world. His works include classics like Faithful One, Come Now Is the Time to Worship, and Hope of the Nations. A Juno Award and Dove Award winner, Brian is also the recipient of the Gospel Music Association of Canada’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Beyond music, he is a husband, father, mentor, and creative voice reminding the world of the power of love, faith, and authenticity. Website: www.briandoerksen.com About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min
  7. Jason Khalipa on Brotherhood, Fatherhood, and the Power of Training Hard

    25 SEPT

    Jason Khalipa on Brotherhood, Fatherhood, and the Power of Training Hard

    Jason Khalipa’s journey is one of discipline, brotherhood, and calling. Known worldwide as a CrossFit Games champion and founder of NC Fit, Jason has spent nearly two decades at the intersection of fitness and personal development. But behind the podiums and gyms lies a deeper mission: helping men become protectors, providers, and present fathers. In this conversation with host Teko Bailey, Jason opens up about the men’s community he’s been leading in a parking lot every weekend—workouts followed by coffee that have connected dozens of men who once felt isolated. He shares how physical training is more than exercise; it’s a tool to build confidence, fight back against unhealthy crutches, and reclaim purpose as fathers, husbands, and leaders. From his daughter’s battle with leukemia to his work with law enforcement, Jason highlights how adversity can be met with strength and presence. He also reflects on the role of rites of passage, the importance of taking ownership, and how faith and calling shape his next chapter. For men seeking brotherhood, clarity, and resilience, Jason’s climb reminds us that training hard isn’t just about the body—it’s about showing up for the people who matter most. Chapters 00:00 – The Isolation Men Face Today 01:30 – From Gym Sales to CrossFit Champion 03:20 – Protector & Provider: What It Really Means 04:45 – Playing with Your Kids, Not Watching from the Sidelines 06:00 – Supporting Law Enforcement Through Fitness 07:25 – Breaking Crutches: Alcohol, Porn, and Habits 08:45 – Training Hard as Therapy for Life’s Adversities 10:30 – Building Brotherhood Through Shared Struggle 12:00 – Raising Young Boys with Confidence & Respect 14:00 – Rites of Passage and Western Culture 16:00 – Early Success, Time Management & Family Balance 18:20 – Gratitude vs. Victimhood in Moving Forward 20:00 – Leadership and Taking Ownership 21:30 – The Train Hard App & Future Cohorts 23:30 – Faith, Calling, and Listening to God’s Direction 25:30 – Final Challenge: Go for a Walk Today About Jason Khalipa Jason Khalipa is a CrossFit Games champion, entrepreneur, and founder of NC Fit and Train Hard. With a career spanning competitive fitness, gym ownership, law enforcement training, and community leadership, Jason has dedicated his life to helping men reclaim strength, discipline, and connection. His mission: train hard to protect, provide, and show up fully as fathers, husbands, and leaders. Instagram: @jasonkhalipa Podcast: The Jason Khalipa Podcast Website: www.jasonkhalipa.com Website: Train Hard by Jason Khalipa About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  8. Purpose, Parenting, and Perseverance with Juno Award Winner K-Anthony

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    Purpose, Parenting, and Perseverance with Juno Award Winner K-Anthony

    K-Anthony’s journey is one of faith, family, and perseverance. Growing up in Trelawny, Jamaica, his early identity was rooted in athletics—on track to follow in the footsteps of Usain Bolt’s alma mater. But a near-death experience at age twelve shifted everything. Calling on God for the first time, K-Anthony discovered that life’s true purpose wasn’t about talent or achievement, but about surrender and character. What followed was a transformation: from aspiring agronomist to gospel artist, from struggling student to Juno Award-winning musician, from gifted athlete to a father intent on raising children with honesty, humility, and faith. Along the way, mentors, hard lessons, and even grief redirected his path toward music and ministry. In this conversation with host Teko Bailey, K-Anthony opens up about the challenges of the music industry, the importance of therapy and healing, and how fatherhood keeps him grounded. He reminds us that giftedness is not the purpose—it’s the vehicle—and that legacy is measured not in trophies but in character. For men balancing fatherhood, calling, and faith, K-Anthony’s climb reveals that God’s guidance often comes in detours that lead us exactly where we’re meant to be. Chapters 00:00 – Purpose vs. Giftedness 02:00 – Parenting and Apologizing to Your Kids 06:00 – A Near-Death Experience in Jamaica 09:30 – Losing Track & Finding Music 13:20 – Agriscience Dreams and a New Direction 17:45 – Learning the Business of Music 22:15 – Competition, Creativity & Perseverance 29:30 – Staying Grounded Through Family 33:30 – Encouragement for Fathers in Struggle 37:50 – Trusting God with All Your Heart 39:20 – New Music, Concerts & What’s Next About K-Anthony K-Anthony is a Juno Award-winning gospel artist whose music blends authenticity, resilience, and faith. Born in Trelawny, Jamaica, his story spans athletics, agriscience, and ministry, culminating in a career that uses music as a vehicle to point people to Christ. His latest single Fallen speaks to redemption in the midst of struggle. Instagram: ⁠@kanthonylive Website: ⁠kanthonylive.com About Teko Bailey Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IamTekoBailey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tekobailey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing: Massif Studio & Production Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠massifsp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massif Studio & Production⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Tallawah Group Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tallawahworldwide.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Tallawah Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsorship Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to The CLIMB—a podcast for men who are tired of coasting… and ready to rise. I’m Teko Bailey—husband, father, coach, and your guide in the climb. I believe there’s a hero inside every man. But that hero doesn’t just show up on the mountain peaks… He’s forged in the fire. In the silence. In the valleys. In the everyday. This isn’t a podcast about pretending to have it all together. It’s about waking up to the purpose inside of you— and learning to walk it out with God, step by step. Some episodes will be short, raw devotionals. Some will be honest solo teachings. And others will be conversations with men who’ve walked through the storm… and kept climbing. Whether you’re navigating fatherhood, rebuilding after failure, or searching for what’s next—this space is for you. You don’t need to climb alone. And you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to take the next step. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts—and join me every Thursday as we awaken the hero within. This is… The CLIMB. The CLIMB is brought to you by The Frequency Network.

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