Good Times, Bad Friends

Collin Rutherford

Real conversations. Real friendship. Real faith. A podcast where we talk life, culture, sports, and the things that actually matter — with people we love and people we’re learning from. Spotify Wrapped Highlights: • 163% audience growth this year • 999% new listeners • Top 20% of all video podcasts • #1 show for 84 listeners • More comments than 91% of podcasts • More shares than 94% of podcasts If you're new here — welcome. Start with one of our listener-favorite episodes and jump into the conversation. New episodes every other Friday. Hit Follow, Rate the show, and share an episode!

  1. 2D AGO

    Justin Brumfield: You’re More Than the Game — Sports, Humility & Becoming a Leader

    Justin Brumfield finally takes the guest chair — and it didn’t go how he planned. From growing up in Celina, Texas during a culture of winning, to chasing the dream of college football, to realizing the hard way that sports can’t be your identity — this episode is more than a host interview. It’s a deep dive into ego, setbacks, leadership, and learning that God’s timing rarely matches our own. Justin opens up about: Tearing his ACL and watching the dream shift The reality check of chasing Division I football How bad decisions followed disappointment Why trying to be the “cool young coach” almost cost him What it actually means to coach championship men And how God repeatedly redirected his path This conversation isn’t about highlight reels or hot takes. It’s about: Humility after failure Accountability over popularity Identity beyond performance And building young men for life — not just scoreboards If you’re a coach, athlete, parent, or someone wrestling with unmet expectations, this one will hit close to home. 🎧 Follow, like, and subscribe for weekly conversations about faith, leadership, culture, and real life.📲 Share this episode with a young coach or someone chasing a dream that didn’t go as planned.

    1h 21m
  2. Kade Maddock (MADD Hunts): The Truth About Hunting in Mexico

    FEB 13

    Kade Maddock (MADD Hunts): The Truth About Hunting in Mexico

    Kade Maddock grew up hunting in Mexico before he ever realized it was “different.” Now he runs MADD Hunts — guiding hunts across Arizona and Sonora, building a hunting brand on YouTube, and turning a lifelong passion into a business that reaches millions. In this episode of Good Times, Bad Friends, we talk about: What it’s really like hunting in Sonora, Mexico The difference between hype and reality in the hunting industry How to build a hunting brand from scratch Balancing passion with profitability Faith, family, and building something your kids can be proud of The 3-year pursuit of a world-class Arizona mule deer This isn’t just about trophy animals — it’s about legacy. 🎯 If you enjoy real conversations about hunting, entrepreneurship, and faith:Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who loves the outdoors.

    1 hr

  3. FEB 6

    Josh Brewton: Texas A&M, Tradition, and a Faith Bigger Than Yourself

    Josh Brewton thought he had his future mapped out. From a young age, Josh worked toward one clear goal: attending the Naval Academy, playing football, and serving in the military. But after years of preparation, that door closed — and everything he thought was certain suddenly wasn’t. In this episode of Good Times, Bad Friends, Josh walks us through growing up in Texas, playing multiple sports, and learning leadership through both success and injury. He shares what it was like being named team captain while battling a torn labrum, how rejection forced him to confront control, and why trusting God’s plan didn’t come easily in the moment. Now a student at Texas A&M, Josh reflects on what makes the university’s culture and traditions so unique — from Silver Taps and Muster to serving as Reveille’s handler and becoming a Yell Leader. Along the way, he explains how faith, surrender, and community reshaped his understanding of purpose. This conversation is for anyone who feels “average,” stuck in an in-between season, or wrestling with unanswered prayers — and is learning that God often does His best work through ordinary people who are willing to trust. Spotify / YouTube footer: 🎧 New episodes every week 📌 Follow Good Times, Bad Friends on Spotify ⭐ Rate & review if the episode resonates YouTube chapters (later): 00:00 Intro 04:30 Growing up & sports 14:00 Injury & leadership 23:00 Naval Academy rejection 32:00 Texas A&M traditions 48:00 Faith & surrender

    1 hr

  4. JAN 30

    Ryan Horne: God Gave Me the Same Story Back — Faith, Failure, and Restoration

    Some stories don’t get rewritten — they get redeemed. In this episode of Good Times, Bad Friends, we sit down with Ryan Horne, an educator, coach, and mentor whose life includes near-death experiences, career detours, broken relationships, and a faith that had to be rebuilt from the ground up. Ryan shares how surviving paralysis, serious accidents, and two battles with cancer forced him to confront who he was living for — and how losing his marriage became the painful catalyst for becoming the man God was calling him to be. Through humility, growth, and an unwavering commitment to faith and family, Ryan was given something rare: the same story, lived the right way this time. This conversation explores: Why performance can’t be your identity How failure can become the foundation for restoration What real leadership looks like when no one is watching The power of faith, second chances, and staying present If you’ve ever felt like you missed your moment or ruined your chance, this episode is proof that you’re not done yet. 👉 Follow the show, leave a rating, and share this episode with someone who needs hope today.

    1h 10m

  5. JAN 23

    Shawn Ankrom: You’re Not Done Yet: Faith, Purpose, and Living Beyond Your Prime

    Just because the world thinks you’re past your prime doesn’t mean you’re done living. In this episode of Good Times, Bad Friends, we sit down with Shawn Ankrom — a veteran, award-winning journalist, and lifelong storyteller — for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, resilience, and what it means to keep moving forward when life doesn’t go as planned. Shawn shares lessons from sports, military service, journalism, and seasons of loss — and why going back to the basics often matters more than reinventing yourself. We talk about aging, truth, character, and how faith shapes the way we see time, work, and calling. This episode is for anyone who’s felt written off, stuck between seasons, or unsure if their best days are behind them. 🎧 Listen now and follow Good Times, Bad Friends for weekly conversations about faith, life, and the people who shape us.

    59 min

  6. JAN 16

    Nick Schad: Why Performance Can’t Be Your Identity (Faith, Golf & Purpose)

    What happens when your identity is built on performance — and the performance fades? In this episode of Good Times, Bad Friends, we sit down with Nick Schad, founder of Mission Golf, to talk about faith, purpose, and why identity can’t be tied to success, scores, or outcomes. Nick shares how golf, ministry, and leadership all taught him the same lesson: purpose doesn’t stop at the church doors — it shows up in everyday life. We talk about pressure, presence, and what it looks like to live with conviction when no one’s watching. This conversation is for anyone navigating:• Performance pressure• Faith in everyday life• Identity beyond achievement• Purpose beyond the spotlight 🎙️ Topics include:• Faith beyond Sunday• Performance vs. identity• Purpose in leadership and sport• Living present, not perfect 📍 Episode now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts. 👉 Follow, like, and subscribe to support the show.

    1h 2m

  7. JAN 9

    What Worked, What Flopped, and Why We’re Changing Everything in 2026

    We survived another year… and somehow the podcast did too. To kick off 2026, we’re doing a full, honest reset. In this episode, we talk through what actually grew Good Times, Bad Friends, the ideas and episodes that flopped hard, the guests and moments we forgot about, and the lessons we learned the long way. We get into: Wins, failures, and unexpected surprises Episodes we thought would blow up (and didn’t) What we’d change if we were starting today Why consistency beat talent for us Why New Year’s resolutions feel broken What’s changing for the podcast in 2026 How listeners can be more involved moving forward No hype. No fake resolutions. Just real conversation and a look at where we’re headed next. 👉 Follow the show, leave a review, share this episode, and let us know what you want to hear next.

    54 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    Kevin Herron: Coaching, Culture, and What Actually Lasts

    Kevin Herron has spent decades in high school athletics — as both a basketball coach and an athletic director — but the lessons that matter most had nothing to do with wins or losses. With over 435 career wins and 15 years as an AD, Kevin joins Good Times, Bad Friends to talk about what actually lasts: culture, leadership, faith, and the impact coaches have long after the season ends. In this conversation, we discuss: Why the scoreboard doesn’t tell the full story What most coaches get wrong about building culture Why former players calling years later matters more than trophies How faith quietly shapes leadership without being forced The difference between being a lighthouse — or just another wave This episode is for coaches, parents, leaders, and anyone trying to build something that outlives the moment. 🎙️ Good Times, Bad Friends is a podcast about real conversations, leadership, faith, and the stories that shape us. 👉 Follow the show, rate the episode, and share it with someone who needs this perspective.

    1h 1m
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Real conversations. Real friendship. Real faith. A podcast where we talk life, culture, sports, and the things that actually matter — with people we love and people we’re learning from. Spotify Wrapped Highlights: • 163% audience growth this year • 999% new listeners • Top 20% of all video podcasts • #1 show for 84 listeners • More comments than 91% of podcasts • More shares than 94% of podcasts If you're new here — welcome. Start with one of our listener-favorite episodes and jump into the conversation. New episodes every other Friday. Hit Follow, Rate the show, and share an episode!

Information

  • Creator
    Collin Rutherford
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Collin Rutherford
  • Show Website
    Good Times, Bad Friends