The Be Unbound Podcast

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The Be Unbound Podcast Podcast

The Be Unbound Podcast teaches young adults and their parents how to ask the right questions, take action, and understand key truths that will enable them to live well, by showcasing conversations with guests who display what it looks like to be extraordinary at the ordinary.

  1. Abe Chen: Undistracting Excellence in Filmmaking

    AUG 14

    Abe Chen: Undistracting Excellence in Filmmaking

    Welcome back to the Be Unbound podcast! We're delighted to be joined in this episode by Abe Chen, former cohost of this podcast turned Senior Videographer for a marketing agency. Abe shares insights from his journey in videography, including a unique concept he calls 'undistracting excellence.' We talk about the nuances of storytelling through video, the importance of excellence in art, and how Christians can integrate their faith into their craft. Whether you're a budding videographer or just curious about storytelling and art, this episode is packed with wisdom and reflections you won't want to miss. 02:54 Abe's Current Ventures 04:16 Launching Resilient Art Productions 04:57 The New Video Production Track from Unbound 05:20 The Importance of Mentorship 07:43 Learning by Doing 14:12 Undistracting Excellence in Videography 17:53 The Power of Storytelling in Video Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/ Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    36 min
  2. Julia Gottfried: Hope for America's Youth

    AUG 7

    Julia Gottfried: Hope for America's Youth

    In this episode of the Be Unbound Podcast, we sit down with the extraordinary Julia Gottfried, one of our own Unbound alumni, who has chosen an unconventional path of faith, education, and mentorship. From her roots in a farming community, to a real estate career at 18, to a transformative mission year traveling across the U.S. and Jamaica, and now to coaching students, Julia shares her unique perspective on youth, identity, and hope. If you're looking for somebody who has a unique viewpoint and perspective on the country and it's people right now, you'd be hard pressed to find somebody more qualified to talk about that than Julia. 01:46 Julia's Journey with Unbound 04:03 Julia's Background and Homeschooling 07:15 Choosing Real Estate at 18 15:10 Mission Work and Traveling 21:24 Insights on Youth and Mentorship 28:47 Reflections on the State of the Country Learn more about Unbound: beunbound.us Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    36 min
  3. Nadine Lauffer: How to Homeschool in High School

    JUL 31

    Nadine Lauffer: How to Homeschool in High School

    In this episode of the Be Unbound podcast, we welcome Nadine Lauffer, a recent homeschool graduate and college-bound student, to discuss her transformative homeschooling journey. Nadine shares her initial struggles comparing her home school experience to those in public school. An experience she had at a homeschool convention shifted her perspective, and she discovered a drive to help other homeschoolers realize their full potential. We dive into the unique benefits and challenges of homeschooling through high school, the importance of community, and Nadine’s passion for encouraging students to explore diverse educational alternatives. 02:40 Nadine's Homeschooling Insights and Podcast Journey 06:33 The Power of Homeschooling Community 16:14 Challenges of Homeschooling in High School 19:49 Overcoming Academic and Social Hurdles 25:56 Nadine’s College Transition and Reflections 28:37 Encouragement for Homeschoolers Check out Nadine's podcast here: https://hshighschoolpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Find Nadine on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/howto_homeschool_inhighschool/ Learn more about the programs we have for high school students: https://beunbound.us/ Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    39 min
  4. Trent Schrock: Training Young Adults for Financial Freedom

    JUL 24

    Trent Schrock: Training Young Adults for Financial Freedom

    Trent Schrock joins us on the Be Unbound podcast for a practical conversation on how to set young people up for financial success. Trent shares his background and journey, detailing his shift from social work to landscape design and his creation of the Freedom Program. We talk about the complex relationship between Christians and money, and the temptation we all have of letting it dominate our lives instead of using money as a tool. Trent shares about the Freedom Program, a program he started that focuses on financial, intellectual, vocational, emotional, and spiritual freedoms. His program teaches young people the importance of saving early, playing great defense, and setting themselves up for a successful financial future. Trent has some really profound insights on the vital role of hard work, vision, and discipline in achieving impactful success that you'll definitely learn a lot from. 01:06 Trent's Journey from Landscape Design to Financial Mentorship 05:35 The Freedom Program 07:56 Financial Freedom for Young People: The FIVES Framework 10:41 The Power of Early Financial Planning 12:25 Real-Life Success Stories from the Freedom Program 23:27 The Work Path to a Meaningful Career Check out the Freedom Program: https://www.thefreepro.com/ Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/ Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    37 min
  5. Briley Crisafi: Christian Art - Cringy or Compelling?

    JUL 17

    Briley Crisafi: Christian Art - Cringy or Compelling?

    What makes Christian art cringy vs. compelling? Briley Crisafi joins us on this episode for a conversation on making art from a Christian worldview. No matter what kind of art she's making, Briley centers herself on storytelling - from songwriting, to choreography, to acting, to production. Briley is an Unbound alum, and has gone onto use her talents in a professional capacity in musical theater and creative writing. We unpack some compelling ideas about how Christians should portray sin and darkness in their arts, how wordless art forms like choreography can communicate the gospel, and storytelling's effect on us beyond our emotions. 01:57 The Role of Christians in Arts and Entertainment 05:10 The Power of Storytelling in Culture Change 06:24 Christian Art vs. Art Inspired by Christian Belief 13:01 Choreographing with a Christian Worldview 20:19 Creating Impactful Art: The Sherlock Holmes Project 28:52 Future Aspirations 34:19 The Power of Community and Storytelling Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/ Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    38 min
  6. Kevin and Becky Laramee: Marriage Isn't Hard

    JUL 10

    Kevin and Becky Laramee: Marriage Isn't Hard

    Kevin and Becky Laramee are long time friends, volunteers, and figurative adoptive parents of Unbound. They share a delightful mix of heartfelt marriage wisdom, thrilling stories of exploration, and insights into the lifelong partnership of marriage. Kevin and Becky share their experiences from 36 years of marriage and how they've grown together through every joy and sorrow. They also recount their ambitious goal to visit every national park in the United States, embracing the excitement and challenges that come with their adventures. Whether you're looking for relationship advice or adventurous inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways and a lot of fun.   00:55 Meet Kevin and Becky Laramee 02:37 Becky's Journey with Unbound 03:56 Kevin's Involvement with Unbound  06:10 Favorite National Parks 09:43 Exciting and Scary Moments in Adventuring 16:21 Marriage Insights and Attitudes 18:30 The Dynamics of Marriage 18:57 Embracing Change Together 20:15 Attitudes Towards Life and Marriage 22:11 Facing Challenges as a Team 23:44 Advice for the David as he looks forward to his own wedding 26:31 The Importance of Constant Communication  27:04 Marriage as a Journey of Growth 38:04 Upcoming Unbound Events and Opportunities   Register for a free upcoming webinar: beunbound.us/webinar-series/ Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/   Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer  Producer: Kyle Hill

    40 min
  7. Ben Billups: Growth Requires Being Uncomfortable

    JUL 3

    Ben Billups: Growth Requires Being Uncomfortable

    We're very excited to welcome back Unbound alum and former host of the Be Unbound Podcast Ben Billups to share his unique insights on learning, growth, and resilience. From the self-driven faith instilled by his parents, he reflects on his career journey from freelancing and filmmaking to founding Noble, his current company. Ben discusses intentionally seeking out discomfort and the importance of setting goals that align with becoming the type of person capable of achieving them. We also pick Ben's brain about building an "antifragile" mindset and grounding his hope in more than blind optimism.   03:20 Ben's Journey and Career Evolution  08:29 The Mindset of Continuous Learning 15:46 Setting Goals and Embracing Challenges 22:30 Building a Sustainable Business 28:31 Hope, Resilience, and Perspective 37:01 Join Us at Apex   Join us at our next Apex event: beunbound.us/apex   Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/ Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer Producer: Kyle Hill

    39 min
  8. Kian Bisschop: Toxic Masculinity vs. Biblical Manhood

    JUN 26

    Kian Bisschop: Toxic Masculinity vs. Biblical Manhood

    Kian Bisschop joins us for an episode we recorded just a few days before his wedding to talk about masculinity - where do we get it right, and where have we lost our way? As our culture has conversations about exposing toxic masculinity, men are left to wonder how to replace some of the cultural stereotypes and poor examples we've grown up with. Kian helps us explore the essence of biblical masculinity, responsibility, and community through a few engaging stories. We talk about why it's important for men to embrace hard work, take on first responsibilities, and cultivate strong friendships.    00:00 Introduction to the Be Unbound Podcast 01:43 Meet Kian Bisschop 02:09 Kian's Journey with Unbound 06:29 Kian's Professional Life in the Trades 08:21 The Flat Tire Story 14:26 The Importance of Masculinity and Responsibility 22:13 Fixing What's Broken 22:46 Toxic Masculinity in Trades  24:18 Accepting Responsibility 27:04 Cultural and Biblical Influences 30:03 The Importance of Community 31:59 A Wedding Story 37:34 Community Over Prepping 43:40 Unbound Community and Final Thoughts   Learn more about Unbound: beunbound.us   Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer  Producer: Kyle Hill

    46 min
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The Be Unbound Podcast teaches young adults and their parents how to ask the right questions, take action, and understand key truths that will enable them to live well, by showcasing conversations with guests who display what it looks like to be extraordinary at the ordinary.

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  • Creator
    Be Unbound
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    151
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