Some moments in life are difficult to explain. A mountain climbing accident that should have ended differently. A spontaneous journey across the country that eventually led to a man with “Lost Hope” tattooed across his fingers. A dream involving three numbers—555—that led Max Bloeser down an unexpected path toward something much bigger than the numbers themselves. In this episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas sits down with Max—a husband, father, dentist, adventurer, and man who has spent mo...

The last 72 hours have changed everything for our family. After waking up Sunday in excruciating eye pain, Finley was rushed to her specialists and underwent emergency surgery Monday after doctors discovered an infection inside her eye. Now, we wait. In this episode, I sit down with Finley while we’re still in the middle of the story. She shares what the last few days have been like, her frightening experience coming out of anesthesia, how she’s feeling now, and what it’s like to face another...

Why does someone stay in a relationship they know is hurting them? In this deeply personal episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas Fears sits down with her childhood friend Christy Martin—a woman whose life took a path Dallas never knew was unfolding behind the scenes. Christy shares her journey through addiction, multiple DUIs, prison, abusive relationships, and eventually reaching the realization that if she went back, she might not survive. But this conversation explores something deeper: wh...

In this powerful episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas sits down with Officer David Gomez, a longtime law enforcement officer, School Resource Officer, and trusted advocate for online safety. Officer Gomez shares the story behind his mission and the experiences that led him to become a leading voice for parents navigating today’s digital world. The conversation explores smartphones, social media, cyberbullying, online predators, sextortion, gaming platforms, artificial intelligence, and the hid...

Can someone believe in Jesus without truly surrendering to Him? In this powerful episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas Fears sits down with Quintin Elliott—speaker, pastor, and leader at Concord Church—to share the remarkable story of how one faithful father, one persistent invitation, and one unforgettable night completely transformed his life. Growing up in Baton Rouge, Quintin was raised by parents who modeled discipline, integrity, and perseverance. Although he believed Jesus was real, he ...

What would you do if you suddenly lost your eyesight at just 19 years old? In this powerful episode of Dallas The Podcast, Dallas sits down with Jeremy Poincenot—a three-time World Blind Golf Champion, inspirational speaker, and advocate for resilience—to discuss how one life-changing diagnosis became the beginning of an extraordinary purpose. Jeremy shares the emotional journey of losing his central vision to Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), the fears and uncertainty that followed, ...

What if one of the greatest leadership classrooms isn't the boardroom—but a stand-up comedy stage? In this episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas sits down with entrepreneur, executive leader, and Executive Director of EO Dallas, Jon, for an honest conversation about leadership, communication, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. From managing political campaigns to building businesses and leading entrepreneurs, Jon shares the lessons he's learned through success, failure, and even performing...

What if your hardest season became the beginning of your greatest purpose? In this episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas sits down with her friend, Natalie Tuman, breast cancer survivor and founder of the Tuman Breast Cancer Foundation, for a deeply personal conversation about faith, suffering, and the power of community. After Natalie was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer, she experienced firsthand the love and support of those around her. Rather than letting that chapter define her, she t...

What does it take to build a life of purpose? In this episode of Dallas the Podcast, Dallas sits down with Catherine Grant, entrepreneur, healthcare leader, and founder of ExperCARE Health, to discuss the journey behind the success. Together, they explore faith, leadership, resilience, and the defining moments that shaped Catherine's life and career. From caring for patients as a Physician Assistant to leading one of the Southeast's fastest-growing healthcare organizations, Catherine shares th...

What happens when God asks you to let go of everything you’ve built? In this inspiring episode of Dallas The Podcast, Dallas sits down with Deanna, an entrepreneur whose life took an unexpected turn after finding Christ. After years of building businesses, experiencing both success and failure, and searching for deeper purpose, Deanna surrendered her life to God, was baptized, and made a radical decision—she sold everything she owned. Now traveling across America with her husband and their dog...

What happens when you sell everything you own to move to America—twice—and God says, “Not yet”? In this powerful episode of Dallas The Podcast, Dallas sits down with South African entrepreneur, compliance executive, and woman of faith Tash Pollard to discuss an extraordinary journey marked by tragedy, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and unwavering trust in God's timing. Tash shares the heartbreaking story of losing her mother to a violent hijacking in South Africa, the challenges of raising a ...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Brynlie, one of the top young soccer players in the country, ranked #1 in Texas and #20 nationally in the Class of 2029. Brynlie shares her journey from falling in love with the game to competing at the highest levels, suiting up with the Houston Dash, representing the U.S. U-16 Women's National Team in England and Turkey, and helping lead her high school to the state finals. She also opens up about tearing her ACL at Nationals, the mental and physica...

What if the very thing you're striving so hard to achieve is the thing keeping you from experiencing peace? In this powerful conversation, Dallas sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and leadership coach Mairin Moore Cane to discuss the message behind her book, Rooted. Not Rushed. Together, they explore the tension between striving and surrender, ambition and alignment, and why so many people feel exhausted trying to carry burdens they were never meant to bear. Mairin shares her persona...

Former NFL quarterback Seneca Wallace joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about mindset, resilience, preparation, and what it truly takes to compete at the highest level. From “The Run” at Iowa State — one of the most iconic plays in college football history — to building a decade-long NFL career, Seneca shares the discipline, adversity, leadership, and mental toughness behind his journey both on and off the field. We also dive into his transition from player to coach, mentoring the ...

What happens when life hurts so deeply that your faith is tested? In this powerful episode of Dallas from Dallas, Shelley Beam shares the heartbreaking journey that inspired her book Come Closer, God, It Hurts. Through grief, pain, and personal loss, Shelley opens up about wrestling with God, finding hope in suffering, and discovering that sometimes the hardest seasons are the ones that draw us closest to Him. This conversation is for anyone walking through grief, heartbreak, unanswered questi...

Kris Andersen shares her powerful story of conviction, courage, and family during the Covid pandemic. What began as helping connect families with alternative care resources quickly became a season of arrests, legal battles, public scrutiny, and deep personal cost. In this episode, Kris opens up about faith, freedom, fear, and what it means to stand firm when everything is on the line.

What happens after you build and sell a successful business? In this episode of Dallas The Podcast, Dallas sits down with entrepreneur, mentor, and Texas State educator Randy Haran to talk about the realities few people discuss after success—the identity shift, the search for purpose, and learning who you are when the business you built is no longer yours. Randy shares his journey from Texas State to becoming CEO of a successful company, how he used principles from The Great Game of Business t...

She grew up in foster care… and swore she would never go back. But then life put her in a position she never expected. In this powerful episode, Dallas sits down with Christie Werts to share her viral story of foster care, trauma, adoption, and redemption. From a childhood marked by instability and identity struggles to a life-changing moment that brought her full circle, Christie’s story is a raw and honest look at what it means to face your past—and find purpose in it. This conversation dive...

What separates good athletes from elite performers isn’t talent—it’s mindset. In this episode, Dallas sits down with Coach Kip, a sports psychotherapist, high-performance coach, and former professional football champion, to break down the mental side of elite performance. From performance anxiety and pressure to confidence, identity, and resilience, this conversation dives into the real challenges athletes face behind the scenes. Coach Kip shares practical strategies used by top athletes to im...

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and in this episode of Dallas the Podcast, we take a real, behind-the-scenes look at foster care, adoption, and the critical role CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) plays in protecting and advocating for children. Join us as Bethany shares her powerful journey from stay-at-home mom to foster parent, adoptive mother, and now CASA volunteer. What began as a simple Mother’s Day conversation in 2021 became a life-changing calling—welcoming a medically fr...

What happens when life changes in an instant—far from home, with everything uncertain? In this episode, Dallas sits down with author Natalie Kirkley to share the powerful story behind her book What Didn’t Happen. From a life filled with meaningful moments like her engagement in Pagosa Springs to a devastating accident that changed everything, Natalie opens up about fear, faith, and the journey of walking through the unknown. Through it all, she discovered a perspective that would redefine her ...

What does it look like to follow something you’ve been drawn to since you were young—and trust where it leads? In this episode, I sit down with actress Alison Miller to talk about her journey from constantly moving as a kid to finding stability in theater, and ultimately taking a leap of faith to Los Angeles to pursue acting. From working behind the scenes on MTV productions, including The Real World/Road Rules Challenge, to landing roles on shows like Chicago P.D., 24, and Scrubs, Alison share...

One moment changed everything for Amberly Lago. A devastating motorcycle accident left her facing 34 surgeries, chronic pain, and an uncertain future. But instead of giving up, she rebuilt her life and turned her story into a message of resilience that is now inspiring people around the world. In this episode, Amberly shares how she navigated trauma, found purpose through pain, and learned to choose joy through the journey.

What if your biggest challenge wasn’t a mistake? In this powerful episode, Finley Fears shares her incredible journey of being born blind, undergoing 25 eye surgeries, and living with severe visual impairment. Despite losing sight in her only eye at one point and continuing to face ongoing vision challenges, Finley now competes as an elite competitive cheerleader and main flyer. Through every setback, her faith has remained unwavering. Finley believes her story was given to her for a purpose —...