The Unsettled Podcast

Todd&Thomas
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Join Todd, Thomas, and their guests for inspiration to live a life that’s nothing less than what God has intended and invited us into.  Find encouragement to pursue this invitation through honest conversations, stories from the trenches, intriguing questions, and practical challenges.  We are called to more and made to risk.  

  1. 1d ago

    017 - Laughter, Light-Heartedness, & Grief

    In Episode 17 of The Unsettled Podcast, Todd and Thomas dive back into their heart-reflection series, exploring how intentional questions act as vital guardrails against the daily "slog" and digital autopilot. Tune in as they discuss: Finding Laughter: The joy of watching growing kids and breaking out of serious work modes.Lightheartedness & Control: Overcoming the exhaustion of always having to be "on"—highlighted by an unexpected airport realization in New York.Grief & Loss: Processing the bittersweet reality of children growing up and sending a son off to college, and the power of inviting Jesus into those emotions instead of bottling them up.Join us on the journey as we learn how to step out of comfort routines and lean into a deeper connection with God! Questions asked in the episode: Have you found laughter flowing easily?How often do you feel light-hearted?What have been your significant losses this year?Wild at Heart Episode Mentioned - https://wildatheart.org/podcasts/wild-at-heart/e887-homecoming-replenish-session-1-the-heart/  CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  2. Oct 7

    016 - Dreaming, Vacationing, and Wonderful Turns

    In this episode of The Unsettled Podcast, Todd and Thomas reconnect in the studio after a brief break to tackle a topic central to personal and spiritual growth: discovering where your heart is at. Todd kicks off the episode sharing a powerful personal story of divine confirmation involving a staff member and the biblical theme of the "Year of Jubilee." Drawing inspiration from a message by John Eldredge on Proverbs 4:23 ("guard your heart, for from it flows the wellspring of life"), the hosts discuss how easy it is to tamp down our desires, settle for routine, or lose heart entirely. To help listeners re-engage with their passions and identity, Todd and Thomas walk through three reflective, heart-locating questions: What have you been dreaming about?Where would you like to go on vacation?If life could take a wonderful turn, what would happen?Through their candid answers—ranging from float plane fishing trips in Alaska and European travels to overcoming health challenges, pursuing spiritual direction, and experiencing continuous union with God—they explore why dreaming big isn't just wishful thinking, but an essential way to align with a transcendent life. Key Topics Covered: The Year of Jubilee: How paying attention to spiritual nudges can lead to unexpected confirmation and encouragement for others.Why We Suppress Desire: Overcoming societal pressure to sacrifice present passions solely for practical, future-focused goals.A Redeemed Heart: Addressing common misunderstandings about the heart's nature after coming into faith.Thinking Beyond the Binary: How to view dreams and desires not as all-or-nothing outcomes, but as compass points revealing your core identity.Living Beyond Yourself: Reconnecting with hope, healing from chronic struggles, and desiring deeper spiritual transformation. Three Questions for Reflection: Take time to sit with these questions individually or discuss them with family and friends: What have you been dreaming about?Where would you like to go on vacation?If life could take a wonderful turn, what would happen?CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  3. Sep 30 ·  Bonus

    Special Guest - Jason Graves - Embracing the Unfinished: Risk, Growth, and the Wild Prairie

    In this episode of The Unsettled Podcast, hosts Todd and Thomas sit down with good friend, bivocational pastor at Belmont Church, and K-State Extension horticulture agent Jason Graves. Together, they explore what it truly means to take risks—not just by stepping into the unknown, but by staying present, leaning into uncomfortable relationships, and embracing our "unfinished" selves. Jason opens up about his personal journey from preferring solitude on a farm in Kansas to stepping into deep relational ministry, non-traditional family building through foster care and adoption, and navigating early marriage struggles. Drawing on his unique background in horticulture, Jason shares a powerful metaphor comparing our spiritual and personal growth to the difference between a carefully manicured, contained bonsai tree and a wild, magnificent oak standing strong on the Kansas prairie. Key Topics Covered: The Two Sides of Risk: Why staying in a difficult place, opening yourself to accountability, and committing to personal change can often be far riskier than running away.Building Family Through Faith: Navigating the uncertainties and fears of foster care, adoption, and non-traditional family life.The Bonsai vs. The Prairie Oak: How attempting to control and manipulate our lives creates artificial limits—and why embracing a "wild" ecosystem allows us to truly thrive.Living as "Unfinished": Moving away from the pressure to have everything figured out and learning to inhabit our weaknesses alongside God.Seeing Creation as Reality: Using nature, horticulture, and everyday creation to better understand spiritual growth and the Kingdom of God. Notable Quote: "It’s very ironic that the tree that looks the most magnificent is truly the unfinished tree." — Jason GravesCALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  4. Sep 23

    015 - Reservoirs, Canals, and ...Pickleball?

    In this episode of the Unsettled Podcast, Todd and Thomas continue their conversation about Jesus' invitation to rest and explore what that looks like in everyday life. Why do we often feel guilty for slowing down? Why do we wait until we're completely exhausted before giving ourselves permission to rest? And is it possible to find rest even in the middle of a busy workday or a chaotic season? Using the image of a reservoir versus a canal, they discuss the importance of being filled up so that we can overflow into the lives of others rather than constantly running on empty. From walks outside and exercise to naps, family time, pickleball, and simply paying attention to God's presence, this conversation offers a practical and encouraging reminder that rest isn't laziness—it's necessary. They also look at Jesus sleeping in the middle of a storm and consider what it might mean to experience peace even when life around us feels chaotic. Maybe the best place to start is simply asking God: What do I need? And then, trusting the answer enough to do it. Rest is not something reserved for the weekend. It's an invitation available to us every day. CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  5. Sep 9

    014 - Stop Trying to be a Good Christian

    Why is true rest so difficult to receive, even when we need it most? In this episode of The Unsettled Podcast, Todd and Thomas take a candid, unscripted look at Jesus’s invitation in Matthew 11:28–30 to "come to me, all you who are weary and burdened." Moving past the idea that rest simply means taking a nap or checking off the day's to-do list, they explore how to find internal peace and release the exhausting need for performance and control. From navigating real-life stresses like home repairs and packed schedules to learning how to operate from your "true self," this conversation offers practical insights on how to stay connected with God right in the middle of life's busiest seasons. Key Highlights: Redefining Rest: Why spiritual rest isn't physical sleep or freedom from responsibilities, but freedom from having to prove yourself.The Trap of Control: How micromanaging outcomes leads to burnout—even when it yields short-term results.Consecration in Action: Practical steps for inviting God into everyday stressors before tackling them on your own.Gifts vs. True Self: Differentiating between using your abilities to seek approval versus operating out of genuine communion with God.CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  6. Sep 2

    013 - The Winsome, Funny, Relatable, Unshakeable Jesus

    In this episode of The Unsettled Podcast, Todd and Thomas revisit the topic of expectations to explore a deeper question: How did Jesus navigate the heavy expectations placed on Him by God, Himself, and the people around Him? Rather than avoiding unmet expectations, Jesus embraced them. By looking at Scripture—like the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus in Luke 24—Todd and Thomas discuss how Jesus met disappointed people right where they were, honored their grief without compromising His identity, and reframed their limited perspectives into a much bigger story. Join the conversation as we look at how to show up authentically for others, trust God through life’s uncertainties, and embrace the invitation to live with unshakeable confidence in who He is. CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  7. Aug 26 ·  Bonus

    Special Guests - Christian & Michaela Killingsworth

    What does it take to uproot your life for a dream? Imagine moving to a different part of the country for a part-time job that doesn't even cover rent, starting a family with your college sweetheart, and then starting all over again in a brand new city. In this episode, meet Christian & Michaela Killingsworth, Todd's former co-workers, as they share their wild journey of faith, risk, and building a life upon the foundation of hearing God's voice. CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

  8. Aug 12

    012 - Ending Up in the Middle of Nowhere in the Rain With People from Ohio

    In today’s episode Thomas shares about a recent unexpected encounter with God.  Listen in as he describes what happens when we don’t rush into doing what we think we should do and instead accept the invitation from God to take his backroads.   CALLED TO MORE.  MADE TO RISK. Episodes Produced by Guestroom Studio Mastering Engineer Caden Baughman Music Credit - It was Never Enough by Sunbreak.  EpidemicSound.com

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Join Todd, Thomas, and their guests for inspiration to live a life that’s nothing less than what God has intended and invited us into.  Find encouragement to pursue this invitation through honest conversations, stories from the trenches, intriguing questions, and practical challenges.  We are called to more and made to risk.  

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  • Creator
    Todd&Thomas
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
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