The IMPACT Network

Tim Holloway
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The IMPACT Network features conversations with podcasters, entrepreneurs, creators, coaches, and leaders who are building more than successful businesses; they're creating transformation. Each episode explores the story, strategy, leadership, and lessons behind people making a meaningful difference through their business, message, platform, or community. Discover how influential builders grow audiences, create authority, scale their ideas, lead movements, and turn their expertise into lasting IMPACT. Success is what you build. IMPACT is what changes because you built it in the world around you.

  1. 4d ago

    Finding Faith and Redemption in Life's Storms

    Nick's journey from struggle to purpose and healing. In a heartfelt conversation, Tim Holloway and Nick delve into a journey filled with struggles, faith, and eventual redemption. FROM CHILDHOOD TO FAITH Nick shares his upbringing in Carlinville, Illinois, where he was immersed in a variety of Christian teachings. He reflects on how these experiences shaped his faith journey and led him to North Central Bible College, a pivotal moment where he began to explore his beliefs independently. "I truly began to figure out who God was and what He meant in my life... I could explore my own ideas, my own thoughts, my own desires." THE STRUGGLE WITH IDENTITY As Nick transitioned into adulthood, he faced challenges that tested his faith and personal integrity. He candidly discusses the struggles he encountered with secular influences and how those experiences impacted his relationship with God and his family. "I focus on the savior that took that sin from me. Everybody has a story, and mine was just one." A DEFINING MOMENT One significant experience for Nick was the aftermath of an F5 tornado in St. Peter, Minnesota. He recalls feeling insignificant in the face of disaster but found a powerful metaphor in a 55 Chevy that remained untouched amidst the chaos. "You're that 55 Chevy. No matter what goes on in your life, I've got you... I've got you in my hands." This moment became a catalyst for his ministry and a reminder of God's steadfast presence in times of trouble. NAVIGATING PERSONAL TURMOIL Nick opens up about a dark chapter in his life, where he faced the possibility of divorce due to personal failings. He sought help, confronting painful memories that influenced his actions. "I committed the sins, I committed the adulteries... I knew it was my mistakes." Through counseling and honest reflection, he began to mend his relationships and seek genuine change. REDEMPTION AND RENEWAL Ultimately, Nick's story is one of redemption. After a transformative experience, he returned to his family with a commitment to change, emphasizing the importance of honesty and accountability. "Your old life is ripped up, thrown away. The new life begins now. Don't mess it up this time." He now dedicates himself to helping others navigate their own struggles, especially fathers facing challenges in their roles. CONCLUSION Nick reminds us that sharing our stories is crucial, not only for our healing but for the encouragement of others. "Let it be known what God has done in your life so that somebody maybe going through what you went through can know there is a win at the end of the tunnel." To hear more of Nick's journey and insights, listen to the full episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Sep 29

    Neil Matthews: The One-Listener Mindset That Changed This Podcast Forever.

    Neil Matthews on empathy, podcasting, and doing hard things Tim Holloway talks with Neil Matthews, host of Other People’s Shoes, about the life experiences that shaped his show, his approach to empathy, and why he focuses on reaching one listener at a time. Neil also shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building a long-running podcast, from gear upgrades and guest outreach to the discipline and sacrifice required to keep going.We discuss how ministry, family, and personal setbacks pushed Neil toward podcasting, and how his mission evolved into creating space for honest conversations with people from all walks of life. The episode is a reminder that growth takes time—and meaningful impact can start with one conversation, one listener, and one step.Key topics Neil’s background, church leadership, and path into podcastingHow his wife’s suggestion to find a “verbal outlet” led him to podcasting in 2019The empathy-focused idea behind Other People’s ShoesBuilding a show through more than 400 episodes, seasonal planning, and new guestsWhy Neil values reaching one listener over chasing download countsHow changes in his ministry work led him toward a new directionConversations with guests from many backgrounds, including people who have experienced trauma and lossLosing seven interviews to a corrupted memory card—and learning to keep goingPromoting a podcast through consistency, word of mouth, and guest sharingNeil’s advice to new creators: start before you feel ready and accept that it takes hard workTimestamps(00:00) Welcome and introduction to Neil Matthews(00:45) Neil’s origin story and family background(04:18) North Carolina fandom, basketball, and the tattoos to prove it(06:25) How ministry and a conversation with his wife led him toward podcasting(10:28) Buying his first podcast gear and launching the show in 2019(11:23) Building the show around empathy—and getting honest feedback from his wife(12:19) Seasons, repeat guests, and the challenge of finding new voices(13:48) Redesigning the website and developing a space-themed direction(16:02) The challenge of relating to young people in a changing culture(18:54) Church hurt, new direction, and trusting the next step(22:34) Who Neil interviews and why he seeks different perspectives(23:33) Conversations with artists, athletes, survivors, and people with powerful stories(28:27) The starfish story and why Neil focuses on the one listener(31:14) Why Neil stopped checking download stats(32:14) The “Run for Grace” story and a listener’s reaction to an episode(35:26) Another reminder that the show matters to its listeners(38:34) How Neil promotes the podcast without depending on guest sharing(41:00) Podcasting setbacks, including losing seven interview files(42:55) People come into your life for a moment, a season, or a lifetime(44:30) Advice for anyone thinking about starting a podcast(47:43) “You can do hard things” and the sacrifice behind a show(50:08) Where to find Other People’s Shoes(51:06) Closing takeaway: step out, take action, and beginNotable quotes Action items Start before you feel ready.Focus on serving one listener rather than chasing numbers.Make room for the time and effort podcasting requires.Build a repeatable workflow for recording, editing, and publishing.Ask guests to share episodes, but don’t rely on that for your show’s momentum. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Sep 14

    Before You Start a Podcast, Answer This Question

    Before you buy a microphone, choose podcast guests, design your branding, or start planning episode titles, there’s one question every podcast creator needs to answer: Why does your podcast need to exist? In this podcasting lesson, you’ll learn how to uncover your podcast purpose, define your target audience, identify the problem your show solves, and create a clear podcast mission statement that guides everything you do. If you’re starting a podcast, building a personal brand, growing a business podcast, or trying to bring clarity to an existing show, this exercise will help you move beyond simply choosing a podcast topic. A topic tells people what you talk about. A mission explains why the conversation matters. You’ll work through practical podcast strategy questions, the Five Whys exercise, an ego test, audience positioning, and a simple framework for writing your own podcast existence statement. By the end of the lesson, you should be able to clearly explain who your podcast is for, what problem or conversation it addresses, what transformation you want to create, and why you are uniquely connected to that mission. You’ll discover the difference between a broad podcast topic and a powerful podcast mission so your show has a clear reason to exist. You’ll identify your ideal podcast audience by uncovering the problems, frustrations, questions, and transformations they are already experiencing. You’ll use the Five Whys exercise to move past surface-level answers and uncover the deeper emotional reason behind your podcast. You’ll create a simple podcast mission statement that becomes a filter for future episodes, podcast guests, content decisions, and the long-term direction of your show. 00:00 Why Does Your Podcast Need to Exist? 00:32 Topic vs. Mission 01:04 Find the Conversation You Need to Have 02:01 Find the Problem Under Your Podcast 02:59 Identify Your Audience and Their Struggle 03:25 Why Are You the Right Person? 04:12 The Five Whys Exercise 05:31 Find the Deeper Mission 05:57 The Podcast Ego Test 06:45 Write Your Podcast Existence Statement 07:13 Turn Your Mission Into a Decision Filter 08:00 Why Your Podcast Needs Boundaries 08:28 Test Your Clarity 08:52 Your Assignment #Podcasting #StartAPodcast #PodcastStrategy #PodcastTips #ContentCreator What You’ll LearnChapters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Sep 2

    The 4 Cop Cars That Forced a Single Dad to Rebuild His Life

    What do you do when the life you built starts collapsing from the inside out? Sean Carey reveals how he went from successful health and wellness entrepreneur to broken single father, then rebuilt his life with a simple but powerful comeback system that changed everything. After years of enabling alcoholism, surviving family upheaval, and hitting a point where he no longer recognized himself, Sean hits a turning point that forces him to answer three brutal questions: Where are we? How did we get here? Where do I go from here? From there, he begins a real comeback, one built on action, accountability, faith, and a decision to stop waiting for someone else to fix what only he could change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Aug 24

    Why Emotional Wounds, Not Psychology, May Be the Real Problem

    When the right man is measured the right way, everything changes. Patrick Fisher makes the case that most men are not dealing with "psychological problems" at all, but with unresolved emotional wounds, identity gaps, and a lack of real guidance on the path to maturity.Tim sits down with Patrick Fisher, a psychometrician who has spent years building and refining assessments in the medical and dental world, to unpack how measurement can reveal far more than performance scores. Patrick explains the Rasch model, computer adaptive testing, and why he believes the future of men's growth depends on identifying exactly where a man is, and what the next stage looks like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Aug 15

    Why Success Can Hide a Silent Drift

    What if the life that looks successful on paper is actually the reason you feel lost? Michael’s story cuts straight to the hidden drift so many high-achieving men never name - and the conversation shows how to reset your authority, reclaim your identity, and stop living by everyone else’s expectations. Raised in a tough childhood and out on his own at 15, Michael built a life shaped by mentors like Les Brown, a speaking career, and years of leading men and fathers. But the real wake-up call came at a breakfast table with his son, when a simple question exposed how external pressure had slowly replaced conviction, presence, and purpose. You’ll discover: Why “success” can quietly become a form of drift The difference between confidence, authority, authenticity, and identity How micro-compromises pull leaders off center without them noticing Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Aug 7

    The Hidden Cost of Success When You Never Heal the Wound

    Freedom is not a feeling. It is a system built after you stop blaming everyone else and decide to own your life. Tim Holloway sits down with Steve Baumgartner for a raw conversation about surviving foster care, addiction, prison, suicide, and the long road from trauma to true leadership. Steve opens up about the childhood chaos that shaped him, the moment he woke up with a gun in his mouth, and the supernatural turning point that changed everything. From there, he traces the harder work most people never talk about - learning how to rebuild character, marriage, fatherhood, and identity after the crisis passes. You’ll hear how Steve went from manufacturing meth and facing 36 years in prison to leading 47 plants, becoming a COO for a global men's organization, and eventually building his own framework for men and businesses. He shares the exact thinking behind his "Extreme Ownership" mindset, his four-stage business process, and the Forged system he uses to help men create work-life integration, accountability, and momentum. We also break down: Why most people stay trapped in cages they built themselves How to diagnose problems instead of guessing at them Why ownership, rigor, and self-sufficiency matter more than motivation How Steve uses LinkedIn, podcasting, and word of mouth to generate clients What it really takes to repair relationships without forcing outcomes This episode goes deeper than success stories and surface-level inspiration. It’s for men who feel stuck, leaders who know they’re leaking potential, and anyone trying to turn pain into purpose without pretending the pain never happened. Tim, Steve, Shane, and Jess also get into faith, father wounds, leadership, personal responsibility, and the difference between talking about values and actually living them. If you need a reminder that your past does not get the final word, this conversation will hit hard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Aug 7

    Why School Doesn’t Teach You Who You Are—and How That’s Ruining Your Business and Life

    Unlock the secret power of your mind and transform your life — even if you’re a successful professional who still feels burnt out and stuck. Dentist turned mindset coach Dat shares how understanding and reprogramming your subconscious beliefs can unlock infinite possibilities—doubling your income, boosting health, and creating genuine personal freedom. This episode reveals the breakthrough mindset shifts that dreamers, entrepreneurs, and high-achievers desperately need. Dat's inspiring journey from Vietnam war refugee to top laser dentist and dedicated mentor demonstrates what’s possible when you harness the hidden power within your mind. He explains how limiting beliefs rooted in childhood and cultural conditioning often sabotage even the most successful professionals. Discover how to identify and rewrite these unconscious narratives, so you can live with purpose, passion, and unshakable confidence.You’ll learn: The difference between ‘Smart Goals’ and audacious ‘C-Type Goals’ that ignite motivation and growth The profound impact of subconscious paradigms on your health, wealth, and happiness Practical techniques to think from the outcome you want, not from where you are now How to break free from insurance, industry norms, and fear that keep many professionals stuck The importance of inner work and spiritual alignment in creating sustainable success This episode matters because ignoring the inner game keeps countless high-achievers trapped in burnout, dissatisfaction, and limited results. Those who master their mindset can radically accelerate their progress, create multiple streams of income, and experience vibrant health and genuine fulfillment—way beyond traditional success metrics. Perfect for dentists, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking a deeper sense of purpose and freedom. If you’re ready to create a life that excites you every day, tune in now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The IMPACT Network features conversations with podcasters, entrepreneurs, creators, coaches, and leaders who are building more than successful businesses; they're creating transformation. Each episode explores the story, strategy, leadership, and lessons behind people making a meaningful difference through their business, message, platform, or community. Discover how influential builders grow audiences, create authority, scale their ideas, lead movements, and turn their expertise into lasting IMPACT. Success is what you build. IMPACT is what changes because you built it in the world around you.

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  • Creator
    Tim Holloway
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 10x Podcasting
  • Show Website
    The IMPACT Network