Episodes

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 worl...

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 liv...

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, le...

It's episode #200! Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Stephen Brewster to talk about what it means to truly be a creative. Discover common misconceptions about creatives, practical advice for those who work with or raise creatives, and Stephen’s lessons on balancing passion projects with a paycheck. From insights on the creative process to favorite travel foods, this episode is full of inspiration for creatives and supporters alike. Learn how to nurture creativity, thrive in your craft, and...

Leaders Who Create Leaders: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Nicole Lucas, (Creative Pastor, Author, and Founder of The Creative Level) for a conversation on recognizing and developing the leadership potential in those around you. In this episode, Jason and Nicole unpack the difference between true leadership and simply holding a leadership title, as well as share practical strategies for building leaders instead of managing followers. If you’re passionate about creative leadership, team ...

Leaders Who Create Leaders: What does it take to be a leader who creates leaders? In this episode, Jason Squires sits down with Jason Harris, Executive Pastor at Browncroft Community Church in Rochester, NY, to talk about the real work of multiplying leadership. Together they unpack how to spot leadership potential in others, why some leaders hesitate to raise people up, and how to handle the tension when those you’ve developed surpass you in skill or influence. This practical and inspiring conv...

Leaders Who Create Leaders: Leadership isn’t a title, it’s a journey. In this episode join Jason Squires as he sits down with John Cassetto to explore what it really means to lead and to be led. From discovering our own leadership paths to helping others see the potential within themselves, the guys talk about the balance between humility and confidence, the true measure of success, and the impact of multiplying leaders. Stick around to the end to hear who John wants to share a meal with.

Leaders Who Create Leaders: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Darren Penny in a podcast crossover! Darren was recently on The Life You're Made For with his wife and familiar voice on The Table, Dr. Heather Penny. He said something on that podcast that we wanted to dig a little deeper on as we kick off this month of Leaders Who Create Leaders. Check out Episode 86 of The Life You're Made For as well as Episode 181 of The Table where Darren talks about creating your inner circle.

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires in a conversation with David Cummings, church leader in Northwest Indiana and Director of the ReFuel Conference. Together, they unpack practical strategies for planning events that truly serve your community. Discover how to identify your purpose, clarify your audience, and build events that function as powerful resources. Learn why collaboration matters—because we are better together, and stronger when we don’t lead alone. Explore more about the ...

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Mark MacDonald, Founder of Be Known For Something, a leader in branding and communication. In this episode, Jason and Mark dive into how organizations and leaders can use creativity to create resources while maintaining a strong brand strategy. Discover why staying on brand is critical for engagement, how to keep communication consistent without becoming stale, and what it takes to build resources that truly connect with your ...

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Johnny Burkhalter (a.k.a. Johnny B) to talk about the power of humor in creating resources. In this episode, Jason and Johnny dive into how humor makes difficult topics easier to understand, why pacing is key when using comedy, and how laughter can become a powerful leadership and communication tool. Get ready for practical insights, a lot of laughs, and a surprise answer at the end when Johnny reveals the one person he’d love...

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Alex Smith. Alex is on staff at The Pointe Church in Eastanollee, GA. Alex shares how her passion for helping others started, whether creating resources was intentional or a natural outflow of her church role, and what her process looks like for turning ideas into practical tools anyone can use. In this conversation, Alex opens up about the challenges she’s faced when hitting creative walls, how she pushes through, and the adv...

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Jeremy Spears, an Annie Award–winning Story Artist who has helped bring to life some of Disney’s most beloved films, including Encanto, Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia, Moana, and Frozen. Jeremy pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be a story artist from his day-to-day responsibilities to the collaborative process of shaping characters and storylines alongside directors, writers, and animators. In this conversation, J...

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: What does creativity truly mean in today’s world of artificial intelligence? Join Jason Squires in conversation with Leadership Coach and Strategic Advisor Brian Taylor as they dive into the evolving relationship between human imagination and AI. Together, they explore how to keep your creative muscle strong while using AI tools, where to draw the line between AI as a collaborator versus a tool, and how the next decade could redefine creativity altogether. Whether...

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: Join Jason Squires as he sits down to talk all things creativity with worship leader, songwriter, and artist Jonas Woods. They talk about where inspiration comes from, how to grab it when it catches you off guard, and how it can shift over time. Jonas shares stories, practical advice for songwriters feeling stuck, and a few favorite eats from his travels across the country. Learn more about Jonas at https://www.jonaswoods.net

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with worship leader, songwriter, and creative thinker Brent Brunson for a deep dive into the rhythms of inspiration, leadership, and artistic growth. Brent shares where he finds his creative spark—whether it’s through specific places, daily practices, or the people who surround him. Together, they explore the tension between pursuing creative excellence and crafting meaningful experiences that lead others well. Whether you're a w...

Leaders Who Create Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Doug Holck to dive deep into the power of family traditions, intentional moments, and the stories that connect generations. From the legacy of Sunday dinners to turning ordinary days into unforgettable memories, they explore what it means to create lasting moments with family. Learn how storytelling helps future generations understand where they come from and why traditions matter more than ever in today’s fast-paced world. Whet...

Leaders Who Create Moments: In this episode of The Table Podcast, join Jason Squires as he continues the conversation on how creativity creates moments. He’s joined by PC Walker, a dynamic speaker, author, and leader in Student Development at Jessup University in Rocklin, California. Whether he's performing spoken word, teaching at a church or in a college classroom, or improvising on stage, PC is a master of using storytelling to connect with audiences. Together, Jason and PC unpack how to use ...

Leaders Who Create Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with event planner Rick Tan, co-owner of Tan Weddings & Events, a premier wedding and event planning company based in Northern California. Together with his wife Jennifer, the Tans specializes in turning vision into reality—designing experiences that leave a lasting impression. Tune in as Jason and Rick explore how to create meaningful moments through the power of listening, storytelling, and creativity. Learn how their team brings c...

Leaders Who Create Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with videographer and backyard BBQ enthusiast Jeremy Wayland. When he’s not behind the lens, Jeremy’s behind his Traeger, crafting mouthwatering meals. This month, we’re diving into the theme of creating moments. In this episode, Jason and Jeremy explore the difference between creating a moment and capturing one—and how both play a powerful role in storytelling. Make sure you follow Jeremy on Instagram @campwestbbq to see his love of...

Leaders Who Create Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with artist and songwriter Chandler Letner. Chandler is a gifted songwriter working to create moments on stage that will capture you as an audience member. Jason and Chandler talk about how creating moments with intentionality and pre-planning will transform your performance into a memorable event. Whether you're a worship leader, event planner, or creative artist, you'll gain insight into how to create impactful moments on stage tha...

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: What happens when your bandmates become your brothers? In this episode, Jason Squires sits down with Andy Chrisman, former member of the Grammy-nominated vocal group 4Him, for an honest conversation about friendship, faith, and life on the road. They explore the pivotal moments that turned coworkers into lifelong friends, the unspoken rhythms that kept their bond strong, and how they handled conflict while living in tight quarters on a tour bus. Andy also shar...

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Darren Penny to talk about the importance of having people around you. Creating an inner circle is something that will help develop you as a person and as a leader. No matter what you do in life, you are not meant to go at it alone. Who are the people in your corner that can call you out when you need it and ask you the hard questions?

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Joe Horness. Joe is a familiar voice in previous seasons. Joe brings his wisdom into this conversation and shares the importance of creating the inner circle of people. Jason and Joe focus on the community aspect of why the inner circle is important.