Leaders Who Create

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Leaders Who Create is the podcast where leadership and creativity collide. Each episode is designed for creatives, dreamers, and leaders who believe in the power of idea and the impact of authentic conversation. Hosted by Jason Squires, each episode brings together artists, entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday innovators to explore the intersection of creativity, leadership, and purpose. Whether you’re a worship leader, graphic designer, musician, small business owner, stay-at-home parent, or just someone passionate about bringing ideas to life, there’s a seat for you here. Through real stories and candid conversations, Leaders Who Create equips and inspires creatives to take bold steps, embrace their process, and make meaningful impact. Pull up a chair. Let’s talk creativity, leadership, and everything in between.

  1. 208 The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol with Jason Squires

    DEC 24

    208 The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol with Jason Squires

    Join us for the final episode of Season 4 as our host Jason Squires shares a poem he wrote called The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol. As we end this season and head into 2026 we are transitioning The Table to the Leaders Who Create Podcast. Big things are ahead and we hope you will join us. If you are interested in purchasing the book Jason is reading from, here is the link: https://amzn.to/43UKsEI

    5 min
  2. 207 Creating Holiday Community Events with Andy Chrisman | O Holy Night, Collaboration, & Honey Baked Ham

    DEC 17

    207 Creating Holiday Community Events with Andy Chrisman | O Holy Night, Collaboration, & Honey Baked Ham

    Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with worship leader and producer Andy Chrisman for a deep dive into crafting holiday events that people genuinely look forward to year after year. Andy shares the story behind the annual Christmas event he’s part of in Tulsa with Church on the Move; how it started, why it matters, and what it’s become for the community. Together they explore the art of balancing fresh creative ideas with traditions, and what it really looks like to lead and collaborate with a team to bring a large-scale Christmas events to life. Andy also reflects on why community traditions are so powerful and how they help shape the rhythms of a city. Whether you're a ministry leader, creative, or someone dreaming about building meaningful moments in your community, Andy offers practical encouragement and wisdom for creating holiday experiences that last. Learn more about Andy at https://www.andychrisman.com/.

    41 min
  3. 206 Creating a Home worth Returning to with Dr. Heather Penny | Holiday Moments, Healthy Rhythms, & Family Connection

    DEC 10

    206 Creating a Home worth Returning to with Dr. Heather Penny | Holiday Moments, Healthy Rhythms, & Family Connection

    Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with author and leadership coach Dr. Heather Penny for a conversation on family, rhythms, and creating a home worth returning to. With her kids newly released into adulthood, Heather talks about crafting meaningful holiday moments, keeping traditions focused on people, not perfection, and building a family culture that invites connection at every stage. Known for championing rest, Heather also shares why healthy rhythms matter more than ever as we close one year and step into the next. An encouraging episode for anyone navigating changing seasons and seeking deeper intention. Pull up a chair, this one’s for you.

    36 min
  4. 205 Creating Holiday Magic with Hannah Carpenter | Art, Inspiration, and the Creative Process

    DEC 3

    205 Creating Holiday Magic with Hannah Carpenter | Art, Inspiration, and the Creative Process

    Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join host Jason Squires as he sits down with illustrator Hannah Carpenter for a conversation filled with creativity, inspiration, and holiday storytelling. Hannah shares the moment she first knew she wanted to become an artist, offers a peek into her creative workspace, and breaks down the tools and software she trusts most when illustrating. They also explore how art weaves its way into her family’s holiday traditions and what sparked her imagination while illustrating Jason’s book, The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol. And of course, they wrap up with the signature food question; what holiday dish simply has to be on the Carpenter family table? Whether you're an artist, a creative at heart, or someone who loves the story behind the work, this episode brings warmth, insight, and a behind-the-scenes look into Hannah’s world. Follow Hannah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artsyhannah8/

    32 min
  5. 204 Serving Your Community at Any Age with Drew Trowbridge

    NOV 26

    204 Serving Your Community at Any Age with Drew Trowbridge

    Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Drew Trowbridge, a high schooler from Santa Cruz, CA, who turned a simple idea into years of steady, meaningful impact in his local community. What started as a lemonade stand grew into a movement of compassion, generosity, and collaboration. In this episode, Jason and Drew talk about where the heart for helping others really begins, how to rally people around a vision, and why age has nothing to do with the size of the difference you can make. Drew shares how his understanding of compassion has matured over the years, what it looks like when kindness becomes a lifestyle, and why small ideas, when acted on, can become something bigger than you ever imagined. Whether you’re a student, leader, or someone wondering if your idea matters, this conversation will inspire you to start right where you are and serve the community in front of you.

    21 min
  6. 203 Turning Compassion Into Global Storytelling with Jeremy and Justin Willet

    NOV 19

    203 Turning Compassion Into Global Storytelling with Jeremy and Justin Willet

    Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Justin and Jeremy Willet to explore how creativity and compassion shape the way we tell the world’s stories. Justin serves as the CEO of GLBAL Media, gathering footage and crafting narratives that help nonprofits share their impact. Jeremy leads The Million Movement, an initiative with a bold vision to see 1,000,000 kids sponsored by 2050.Together, these brothers have devoted their lives to making a difference around the world. In this episode, they dive into purpose, what first led them to share global stories, how they define compassion, and why creative storytelling connects with audiences in ways simple reporting cannot. They also break down how creativity can move people from awareness to action and what makes a story powerful enough to spark real, lasting change. Learn more about them at https://www.glbalmedia.com/ and https://themillionmovement.com/.

    41 min
  7. 202 Living a Life Fueled by Compassion with Rachel Hampton | Serving Beyond the Borders

    NOV 12

    202 Living a Life Fueled by Compassion with Rachel Hampton | Serving Beyond the Borders

    Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Rachel Hampton. Rachel has a heart for serving internationally that has shaped the way she sees people, purpose, and partnerships. Rachel shares her journey into global service, the lessons she’s learned about presence over rescue, and the faces that have changed her understanding of compassion. Whether you’ve traveled the world or simply want to make a difference right where you are, this conversation will inspire you to live a life of compassion wherever your feet land.

    35 min
  8. 201 Creating a Heart of Compassion with Preston Holck | How to Live What You Believe

    NOV 5

    201 Creating a Heart of Compassion with Preston Holck | How to Live What You Believe

    Leaders Who Create Compassion: What does compassion look like when it moves beyond emotion and becomes action? In this week’s episode, host Jason Squires sits down with Preston Holck, a high school student who is already living out a lifestyle of intentional, Christ-centered compassion. Preston shares how following Jesus has shaped his relationships, his worldview, and his everyday decisions and why compassion is something you do, not just something you feel. Whether you're a student, parent, leader, or creative, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to look around your world, see people the way Jesus sees them, and act with purpose.

    28 min
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Leaders Who Create is the podcast where leadership and creativity collide. Each episode is designed for creatives, dreamers, and leaders who believe in the power of idea and the impact of authentic conversation. Hosted by Jason Squires, each episode brings together artists, entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday innovators to explore the intersection of creativity, leadership, and purpose. Whether you’re a worship leader, graphic designer, musician, small business owner, stay-at-home parent, or just someone passionate about bringing ideas to life, there’s a seat for you here. Through real stories and candid conversations, Leaders Who Create equips and inspires creatives to take bold steps, embrace their process, and make meaningful impact. Pull up a chair. Let’s talk creativity, leadership, and everything in between.

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  • Creator
    The Creative Launch
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    208
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Creative Launch
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    Leaders Who Create