The GOA Speakers Podcast

Greg Oliver
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Welcome to The GOA Speakers Podcast — a bi-weekly conversation where inspiration meets insight and faith meets practical living. Hosted by the team behind GOA Speakers, this podcast brings you into the hearts and minds of some of today’s most impactful Bible teachers, Christian communicators, inspirational leaders, and motivational voices shaping the way we think about life, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Each episode features candid interviews, powerful testimonies, behind-the-scenes stories, and transformational teaching from a diverse roster of speakers represented by GOA — from seasoned ministry voices to world-class communicators with a message of hope, healing, and encouragement. Whether you’re planning your next event, seeking fresh spiritual perspective, or just looking to be challenged and encouraged, this podcast is your go-to source for faith-fuelled conversation. We believe in balancing ministry with everyday life, helping you grow deeper in your faith while navigating real-world challenges. Tune in for honest dialogue, faith-filled insights, and practical inspiration that will move you forward with purpose.

  1. 3d ago

    Faith Eury Cho - Finding God in Every Season :: Ep 17

    Faith Eury Cho joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share the winding story of her faith—from growing up in a non-churchgoing family and searching for Jesus as a child to finding a deeper commitment to God at a youth camp in Mexico. She reflects on how pain can lead beyond religious clichés toward a more honest experience of God’s presence. Faith also talks about meeting her husband in college, serving in youth ministry, planting a church in northern New Jersey, and raising four children. She shares the story behind her books, including Experiencing Friendship with God, Never Alone, and her forthcoming book Unlikely Unanointed, about recognizing and walking in the Holy Spirit’s power. Timed highlights:00:00 — Introducing Faith Eury Cho and her early search for God05:10 — A youth camp in Mexico and a turning point in her faith08:40 — Pain, honesty, and seeking God’s presence beyond clichés12:05 — College, her call to ministry, and meeting her husband16:25 — Planting a church in northern New Jersey19:55 — Raising four kids and finding joy in family life21:35 — Faith’s journey to publishing and the stories behind her books26:45 — Speaking engagements, the upcoming book launch, and where to find Faith Links: https://www.faitheurycho.com/ https://goaspeakers.com/ https://www.itsyourshow.co/

    Faith Eury Cho - Finding God in Every Season :: Ep 17

  2. Sep 18

    Darin Kinder - A Secret Service Agent’s 9/11 Story :: Ep 16

    Former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent and 9/11 survivor Darin Kinder joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share how a small-town kid from Virginia ended up protecting five U.S. presidents and walking through the fire at Ground Zero. Darin unpacks his firsthand experience inside the World Trade Center complex on 9/11, the unseen “hell on earth” between the tower collapses, and the moment he started calling people to “follow the light.”  He also explains the powerful meaning behind his book title “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit,” why courage is a choice, and how God turned one of America’s darkest days into a launching pad for his life’s purpose—calling men into fierce, biblical faith and into the arena against real-world evil like child sex trafficking. Timed highlights: 00:00 – Intro to GOA Speakers Podcast; meet former Secret Service agent and 9/11 survivor Darin Kinder 03:00 – Small‑town Virginia, parents’ example of service, and a front-row seat to his mom’s faith through divorce 08:00 – Coming to genuine faith in high school and the love‑at‑first‑date story at James Madison University 12:30 – From history teacher and basketball coach to Secret Service candidate after a “divine appointment” 16:30 – What it really takes to become a Secret Service agent: testing, vetting, and seven months of training 21:00 – 9/11 morning: Secret Service office in 7 World Trade Center and realizing “we’re under attack” 26:00 – Inside the chaos: climbing Trade Center stairs, the second plane overhead, and choosing to stay in the fight 31:00 – Fire everywhere: cars, paper, ammo cooking off—and four agents figuring out how to run a firetruck 36:00 – The alleyway moment: choking in the dust, seeing a shaft of light, and calling people to “follow my voice” 40:00 – From Ground Zero to the gospel: coming to Christ filthy, wounded, and taken as you are 44:00 – Clean suits vs. dirty suits: the scene that inspired “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit” and a life of mission 48:00 – Fierce Faith, book two ideas, and Darin’s heart for younger men and dads in the grind today 51:00 – Where to find Darin online and how to bring him to your church, men’s group, or event Socials and links:Darin Kinder    Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @DarinKinder    Faith/ministry site: https://fierce-faith.com    Speaking site: https://DarinKitner.com GOA Speakers    Booking & info: https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Production:     ItsYourShow.co

    Darin Kinder - A Secret Service Agent’s 9/11 Story :: Ep 16

  3. Sep 17

    Shari Rigby - Redemption & Storytelling :: Ep 15

    Director, actress, writer, and ministry founder Shari Rigby joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share her powerful journey from small‑town North Dakota and teenage pregnancy to Hollywood sets, immersive audio dramas, and discipling women in entertainment. Shari dives into redemption after abuse and abortion, meeting her husband Matt, finding her calling in media, launching Women in My World, and creating faith-filled projects like October Baby, Divine Influencer, and the upcoming Defiant Ones and Ultimate Romance. This episode is a rich blend of testimony, creative process, and practical encouragement for anyone navigating calling, creativity, and culture. Timed Highlights: 0:00:02 – Welcome to the GOA Speakers Podcast and introduction of guest Shari Rigby 0:01:15 – Shari’s 10-year journey with GOA and growth of the speaking industry 0:04:10 – Growing up in Cooperstown, ND, early faith, and love for movies and storytelling 0:08:20 – Teenage years in Phoenix: abusive relationship, rock ’n’ roll, and becoming a mom at 16 0:12:45 – Leaving an abusive marriage, single motherhood, abortion, and crying out to God 0:16:30 – Meeting Matt, encountering grace at Calvary Chapel, and a new life in Christ 0:20:40 – From church coffee shop to first commercial: God opens a door into entertainment 0:24:30 – Mentorship on set, Jim Caviezel/John Kirby connection, and acting class “holy ground” 0:28:00 – Birth and growth of Women in My World and discipling women in the industry 0:31:10 – October Baby, sharing her post-abortive testimony, and saying yes to ministry 0:34:20 – Immersive Dolby Atmos audio dramas, Western project, and Defiant Ones concept 0:37:10 – Ultimate Romance, pregnancy resource centers, and where to connect with Shari online Links & Socials:  Shari Rigby     Instagram: @ShariRigby     Facebook: @ShariRigby Websites     The Women in My World: https://thewomeninmyworld.org     Beautifully Flawed Productions: https://beautifullyflawedproductions.com     GOA Speakers: https://goaspeakers.com    Podcast Producers: ItsYourShow.co

    Shari Rigby - Redemption & Storytelling :: Ep 15

  4. Sep 3

    Turning Tragedy Into Purpose with Davey Blackburn :: Ep 14

    In this powerful conversation, GOA Speakers Podcast hosts Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver sit down with speaker, author, and Nothing Is Wasted Ministries founder Davey Blackburn. Davey shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife Amanda in a random home invasion and the long, messy road of grief, doubt, wrestling with God, and ultimately discovering purpose in deep pain.  He unpacks how Nothing Is Wasted Ministries was born, why we can’t heal in isolation, and how their Pain to Purpose course is helping people in churches, prisons, and on campuses move from survival mode to true healing. Davey also tells the remarkable story of how he met his wife Christy, blended their families, and continues to walk out redemption in real time.  If you’ve ever asked, “Where are you, God?” in the middle of suffering, this episode will help you reframe the question and see how God can work with both the sweet and the bitter to create something beautiful over time.  Timed Highlights: 0:00 – Intro: Abigail and Greg welcome guest Davey Blackburn1:10 – Life on 13 acres, homestead living, and “When You Give Your Wife Some Land”4:05 – What Nothing Is Wasted Ministries does and the Pain to Purpose course7:55 – Planting a church in Indianapolis and the dream beginning to take off10:40 – November 10, 2015: The morning Amanda was killed and Davey’s world changed15:55 – Wrestling with grief, functional theology, and learning to trust God again20:30 – Choosing to lean into pain instead of numbing it, and how God met Davy there24:40 – The role of the Big C Church, counselors, and guides in accelerated healing28:20 – Content, community, and coaching: the ecosystem of Nothing Is Wasted31:10 – Matching people “pain point for pain point” with specialized coaches35:00 – Why we must wrestle with God and ask better questions in suffering Guest Links & Socials: Davey Blackburn Instagram/Facebook: @daveyblackburn Website: https://daveyblackburn.com Nothing Is Wasted Ministries Website: https://nothingiswasted.com Social: @nothingiswastedministries  GOA Speakers Website: https://goaspeakers.com  Podcast Studio Website: ItsYourShow.co

    Turning Tragedy Into Purpose with Davey Blackburn :: Ep 14

  5. Aug 20

    Jimmy Sites - Preacher, Producer, Outdoorsman :: Ep 13 The GOA Speakers Podcast

    On this episode of the GOA Speakers Podcast, Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver sit down with Dr. Jimmy Sites: preacher, theologian, best-selling author, award‑winning TV producer, and lifelong outdoorsman. Jimmy shares how he started preaching at age four on a milk crate, spent over a decade earning his doctorate in theology, and eventually became one of the top outdoor TV hosts in the world. He unpacks the difference between Western and Eastern views of faith, describes life‑changing tours through Israel and the biblical world, and tells a jaw‑dropping story about nearly crossing paths with head‑shrinking cannibals in the Amazon. They also dive into his musical roots, his unexpected connection to Elvis, producing spiritual outdoor television, writing books on faith and spiritual warfare, and his new competition series Basecamp 101 that’s training the next generation in outdoor skills and character. Perfect for pastors, church leaders, outdoorsmen, and anyone who wants to see how God weaves calling, creativity, and courage into a single life. Timed highlights:00:00 – Welcome to the GOA Speakers Podcast and intro of Dr. Jimmy Sites02:10 – Preaching at age four on a milk crate in rural Arkansas07:45 – Small‑town churches, wasps in the pulpit, and “McDonald’s church” stories12:30 – 12 years of study: Greek, Hebrew, and earning a doctorate in theology18:40 – How Eastern vs. Western thinking shapes our view of conversion24:10 – Why the spiritual “valleys” matter more than the mountaintops28:00 – Leading tours to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and seeing Scripture come alive34:20 – The story behind Spiritual Outdoor Adventures TV and reaching unchurched men42:30 – From unknown host to North American Outdoor Sportsman of the Year47:50 – Folk music roots, Elvis in Arkansas, and growing up in a musical family54:00 – Producing and writing in Nashville, guitars that end up on the big stage59:20 – Inside his books: Heart of the Outdoors Bible, Legend of Indian Rock Cave1:04:10 – Decoys of Deception and how Satan “hunts” us with spiritual decoys1:11:30 – Progressive Christianity, Gnosticism, and discernment in the church1:18:00 – Basecamp 101: a big‑budget outdoor competition show for teens1:24:00 – Sneaking a 12‑year‑old into the cast and the social experiment that followed1:29:00 – What’s next for Jimmy and where to find his resources and YouTube channel Guest Website:jimmysites.com Guest TV show / ministry site:spiritualoutdooradventures.org GOA Website::goaspeakers.com Podcast Filmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

    Jimmy Sites - Preacher, Producer, Outdoorsman :: Ep 13 The GOA Speakers Podcast

  6. Aug 6

    Joshua Shaw - Faith in a Secular City :: Ep 12 The GOA Speakers Podcast

    Pastor, author, and speaker Joshua Shaw joins hosts Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver to share his journey from the heavy metal scene in Colorado to pastoring Vineyard LA on the West Side of Los Angeles—one of the most secular corners of the country. Josh talks about his radical conversion, planting a church in Denver, moving to LA for his wife’s health, and leading a historic Vineyard church in a post-Christian culture that’s surprisingly curious about Jesus. He unpacks his passion for millennials and Gen Z, his Masterclass on Faith discipleship curriculum, and his upcoming book, “Practicing the Supernatural.” You’ll also hear how he and his wife navigate marriage, mental health, and terminal illness, plus a look at new projects like “Keep Christianity Weird” and an AI-powered tool to help pastors get back to real ministry. Timed Highlights: 0:00 Intro – GOA Speakers Podcast 0:07 Meet Pastor and author Joshua Shaw 1:06 Colorado roots and radical conversion from heavy metal 4:38 Moving to Southern California for his wife’s health 5:28 Becoming millennial senior pastor at the first Vineyard church 6:50 Raising kids and doing ministry in secular West LA 8:01 How Josh met his wife and the 11 rejections 10:18 Pastoring in a curious, post-Christian environment 12:52 Vineyard LA’s size limits and adding services 14:46 Why Josh focuses on millennials and Gen Z 18:08 Creating Masterclass on Faith for new believers 21:18 COVID hits as Masterclass launches 22:52 Book preview: Practicing the Supernatural 25:18 Charismatic sacramentalism and healing prayer 25:49 Speaking with his wife on mental health and marriage 26:51 The “king’s table” for men and healthy male friendships 30:15 Keep Christianity Weird curriculum and podcast 31:30 Pastoring with ADHD and building tools for leaders 33:30 AI app to help pastors focus on people, not paperwork 35:10 Where to find Joshua Shaw online 36:11 Outro – GOA Speakers Podcast Find Joshua online:Website: https://joshuashaw.coChurch: Vineyard LA (West Los Angeles) More from GOA Speakers:https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Studio and Producer: ItsYourShow.co

    Joshua Shaw - Faith in a Secular City :: Ep 12 The GOA Speakers Podcast

  7. Jul 23

    Margaret Feinberg - Clinging to Christ in Crisis :: Ep 11 The GOA Speakers Podcast

    In this episode of the GOA Speakers Podcast, hosts Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver sit down with author and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg for a powerful conversation on experiencing Scripture, walking through suffering, and discovering the practical presence of the Holy Spirit. Margaret shares how her curiosity led her to shepherds, beekeepers, fishermen on the Sea of Galilee, and olive growers in Croatia to better understand biblical imagery. She opens up about her cancer journey, the tension between clinging to crisis vs. clinging to Christ, and how the Holy Spirit meets us in adversity. Margaret also talks about her newest book, The God to Know, her upcoming Proverbs study, and her slow-thinking, precise-writing process. Timed Highlights:00:08 Meet Margaret Feinberg and her immersive approach to Scripture02:40 Traveling the agrarian world of the Bible04:38 The shepherdess in Alaska who changed everything10:45 From magazine intern to full-time writer and speaker11:59 The love story: moving to Alaska after six weeks16:29 Writing about the Holy Spirit from Genesis to Pentecost19:16 Cancer, suffering, and the “fellowship of the afflicted”21:55 Clinging to the crisis vs. clinging to Christ23:00 Repainting the house as a prophetic act of hope24:33 Cancer-free today and navigating long-term effects28:03 What she wants every audience to walk away with31:18 New Proverbs Bible study and her long-haul creative process Connect with Margaret:Website: margaretfeinberg.comEmail list: hello@margaretfeinberg.comSocial: @mafeinberg Connect with GOA Speakers:Website: goaspeakers.com Podcast Studio and Producer: ItsYourShow.co

    Margaret Feinberg - Clinging to Christ in Crisis :: Ep 11 The GOA Speakers Podcast

  8. Jul 9

    David Nasser - Refugee to Pastor :: Ep 10 The GOA Speakers Podcast

    Iranian-born pastor, speaker, and author David Nasser joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share his powerful journey from fleeing the 1979 Iranian Revolution to finding refuge, faith, and purpose in the United States. Bullied as a teenage refugee in Texas, David chased popularity and approval until a persistent youth group and one faithful friend introduced him to the gospel. His decision to follow Christ cost him his home and family acceptance, but ultimately led to the salvation of his parents and siblings in a series of miraculous moments, including his mother’s near-death experience on the operating table. David also unpacks how a good God can allow suffering, shares what it means to live a crucified life, talks about his books Jumping Through Fires and A Call to Die, and reflects on his calling as a missionary to America. Timed highlights:  0:41 Introducing pastor and author David Nasser1:40 Escaping Iran and seeking asylum3:42 Landing in Texas near Fort Hood4:50 Bullying, loneliness, and feeling unwanted6:59 Reinventing himself to fit in8:32 A smoke session turns into a church invitation9:14 Meeting Larry Noh and the youth group that pursued him10:09 Eight weeks of Monday night visits and gospel conversations12:10 Conversion, baptism, and being kicked out of his home13:35 One by one, his family comes to Christ15:05 His mom’s heart surgery and his dad’s breaking point19:59 Flatline, a blinking red light, and crying out to Jesus23:12 Two heart surgeries: physical and spiritual26:03 Why he keeps telling his story after four decades30:17 Sent from the 10/40 window to reach America32:10 Responding to “How can a good God allow bad things?”43:28 His books, ministry, and upcoming movie project48:52 Where to find and follow David online For more about GOA Speakers and David Nasser: https://goaspeakers.com/speakers/david-nasser/ Podcast Studio: ItsYourShow.co

    David Nasser - Refugee to Pastor :: Ep 10 The GOA Speakers Podcast
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Welcome to The GOA Speakers Podcast — a bi-weekly conversation where inspiration meets insight and faith meets practical living. Hosted by the team behind GOA Speakers, this podcast brings you into the hearts and minds of some of today’s most impactful Bible teachers, Christian communicators, inspirational leaders, and motivational voices shaping the way we think about life, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Each episode features candid interviews, powerful testimonies, behind-the-scenes stories, and transformational teaching from a diverse roster of speakers represented by GOA — from seasoned ministry voices to world-class communicators with a message of hope, healing, and encouragement. Whether you’re planning your next event, seeking fresh spiritual perspective, or just looking to be challenged and encouraged, this podcast is your go-to source for faith-fuelled conversation. We believe in balancing ministry with everyday life, helping you grow deeper in your faith while navigating real-world challenges. Tune in for honest dialogue, faith-filled insights, and practical inspiration that will move you forward with purpose.

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