The GOA Speakers Podcast

Welcome to The GOA Speakers Podcast — a bi-weekly conversation where inspiration meets insight and faith meets practical living. Hosted by the team behind GOA Speakers, this podcast brings you into the hearts and minds of some of today’s most impactful Bible teachers, Christian communicators, inspirational leaders, and motivational voices shaping the way we think about life, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Each episode features candid interviews, powerful testimonies, behind-the-scenes stories, and transformational teaching from a diverse roster of speakers represented by GOA — from seasoned ministry voices to world-class communicators with a message of hope, healing, and encouragement. Whether you’re planning your next event, seeking fresh spiritual perspective, or just looking to be challenged and encouraged, this podcast is your go-to source for faith-fuelled conversation. We believe in balancing ministry with everyday life, helping you grow deeper in your faith while navigating real-world challenges. Tune in for honest dialogue, faith-filled insights, and practical inspiration that will move you forward with purpose.

The GOA Speakers Podcast is a christianity podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The GOA Speakers Podcast, a christianity show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Darin Kinder - A Secret Service Agent’s 9/11 Story :: Ep 16

  Sep 18, 202652 minS1

  Former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent and 9/11 survivor Darin Kinder joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share how a small-town kid from Virginia ended up protecting five U.S. presidents and walking through the fire at Ground Zero. Darin unpacks his firsthand experience inside the World Trade Center complex on 9/11, the unseen “hell on earth” between the tower collapses, and the moment he started calling people to “follow the light.” He also explains the powerful meaning behind his book title “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit,” why courage is a choice, and how God turned one of America’s darkest days into a launching pad for his life’s purpose—calling men into fierce, biblical faith and into the arena against real-world evil like child sex trafficking. Timed highlights: 00:00 – Intro to GOA Speakers Podcast; meet former Secret Service agent and 9/11 survivor Darin Kinder 03:00 – Small‑town Virginia, parents’ example of service, and a front-row seat to his mom’s faith through divorce 08:00 – Coming to genuine faith in high school and the love‑at‑first‑date story at James Madison University 12:30 – From history teacher and basketball coach to Secret Service candidate after a “divine appointment” 16:30 – What it really takes to become a Secret Service agent: testing, vetting, and seven months of training 21:00 – 9/11 morning: Secret Service office in 7 World Trade Center and realizing “we’re under attack” 26:00 – Inside the chaos: climbing Trade Center stairs, the second plane overhead, and choosing to stay in the fight 31:00 – Fire everywhere: cars, paper, ammo cooking off—and four agents figuring out how to run a firetruck 36:00 – The alleyway moment: choking in the dust, seeing a shaft of light, and calling people to “follow my voice” 40:00 – From Ground Zero to the gospel: coming to Christ filthy, wounded, and taken as you are 44:00 – Clean suits vs. dirty suits: the scene that inspired “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit” and a life of mission 48:00 – Fierce Faith, book two ideas, and Darin’s heart for younger men and dads in the grind today 51:00 – Where to find Darin online and how to bring him to your church, men’s group, or event Socials and links: Darin Kinder Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @DarinKinder Faith/ministry site: https://fierce-faith.com Speaking site: https://DarinKitner.com GOA Speakers Booking & info: https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Production: ItsYourShow.co

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  Episode #15

  Shari Rigby - Redemption & Storytelling :: Ep 15

  Sep 17, 202640 minS1

  Director, actress, writer, and ministry founder Shari Rigby joins the GOA Speakers Podcast to share her powerful journey from small‑town North Dakota and teenage pregnancy to Hollywood sets, immersive audio dramas, and discipling women in entertainment. Shari dives into redemption after abuse and abortion, meeting her husband Matt, finding her calling in media, launching Women in My World, and creating faith-filled projects like October Baby, Divine Influencer, and the upcoming Defiant Ones and Ultimate Romance. This episode is a rich blend of testimony, creative process, and practical encouragement for anyone navigating calling, creativity, and culture. Timed Highlights: 0:00:02 – Welcome to the GOA Speakers Podcast and introduction of guest Shari Rigby 0:01:15 – Shari’s 10-year journey with GOA and growth of the speaking industry 0:04:10 – Growing up in Cooperstown, ND, early faith, and love for movies and storytelling 0:08:20 – Teenage years in Phoenix: abusive relationship, rock ’n’ roll, and becoming a mom at 16 0:12:45 – Leaving an abusive marriage, single motherhood, abortion, and crying out to God 0:16:30 – Meeting Matt, encountering grace at Calvary Chapel, and a new life in Christ 0:20:40 – From church coffee shop to first commercial: God opens a door into entertainment 0:24:30 – Mentorship on set, Jim Caviezel/John Kirby connection, and acting class “holy ground” 0:28:00 – Birth and growth of Women in My World and discipling women in the industry 0:31:10 – October Baby, sharing her post-abortive testimony, and saying yes to ministry 0:34:20 – Immersive Dolby Atmos audio dramas, Western project, and Defiant Ones concept 0:37:10 – Ultimate Romance, pregnancy resource centers, and where to connect with Shari online Links & Socials: Shari Rigby Instagram: @ShariRigby Facebook: @ShariRigby Websites The Women in My World: https://thewomeninmyworld.org Beautifully Flawed Productions: https://beautifullyflawedproductions.com GOA Speakers: https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Producers: ItsYourShow.co

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  Episode #14

  Turning Tragedy Into Purpose with Davey Blackburn :: Ep 14

  Sep 3, 202641 minS1

  In this powerful conversation, GOA Speakers Podcast hosts Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver sit down with speaker, author, and Nothing Is Wasted Ministries founder Davey Blackburn. Davey shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife Amanda in a random home invasion and the long, messy road of grief, doubt, wrestling with God, and ultimately discovering purpose in deep pain. He unpacks how Nothing Is Wasted Ministries was born, why we can’t heal in isolation, and how their Pain to Purpose course is helping people in churches, prisons, and on campuses move from survival mode to true healing. Davey also tells the remarkable story of how he met his wife Christy, blended their families, and continues to walk out redemption in real time. If you’ve ever asked, “Where are you, God?” in the middle of suffering, this episode will help you reframe the question and see how God can work with both the sweet and the bitter to create something beautiful over time. Timed Highlights: 0:00 – Intro: Abigail and Greg welcome guest Davey Blackburn 1:10 – Life on 13 acres, homestead living, and “When You Give Your Wife Some Land” 4:05 – What Nothing Is Wasted Ministries does and the Pain to Purpose course 7:55 – Planting a church in Indianapolis and the dream beginning to take off 10:40 – November 10, 2015: The morning Amanda was killed and Davey’s world changed 15:55 – Wrestling with grief, functional theology, and learning to trust God again 20:30 – Choosing to lean into pain instead of numbing it, and how God met Davy there 24:40 – The role of the Big C Church, counselors, and guides in accelerated healing 28:20 – Content, community, and coaching: the ecosystem of Nothing Is Wasted 31:10 – Matching people “pain point for pain point” with specialized coaches 35:00 – Why we must wrestle with God and ask better questions in suffering Guest Links & Socials: Davey Blackburn Instagram/Facebook: @daveyblackburn Website: https://daveyblackburn.com Nothing Is Wasted Ministries Website: https://nothingiswasted.com Social: @nothingiswastedministries GOA Speakers Website: https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Studio Website: ItsYourShow.co

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  Episode #13

  Jimmy Sites - Preacher, Producer, Outdoorsman :: Ep 13 The GOA Speakers Podcast

  Aug 20, 202651 minS1

  On this episode of the GOA Speakers Podcast, Abigail Garrett and Craig Oliver sit down with Dr. Jimmy Sites: preacher, theologian, best-selling author, award‑winning TV producer, and lifelong outdoorsman. Jimmy shares how he started preaching at age four on a milk crate, spent over a decade earning his doctorate in theology, and eventually became one of the top outdoor TV hosts in the world. He unpacks the difference between Western and Eastern views of faith, describes life‑changing tours through Israel and the biblical world, and tells a jaw‑dropping story about nearly crossing paths with head‑shrinking cannibals in the Amazon. They also dive into his musical roots, his unexpected connection to Elvis, producing spiritual outdoor television, writing books on faith and spiritual warfare, and his new competition series Basecamp 101 that’s training the next generation in outdoor skills and character. Perfect for pastors, church leaders, outdoorsmen, and anyone who wants to see how God weaves calling, creativity, and courage into a single life. Timed highlights: 00:00 – Welcome to the GOA Speakers Podcast and intro of Dr. Jimmy Sites 02:10 – Preaching at age four on a milk crate in rural Arkansas 07:45 – Small‑town churches, wasps in the pulpit, and “McDonald’s church” stories 12:30 – 12 years of study: Greek, Hebrew, and earning a doctorate in theology 18:40 – How Eastern vs. Western thinking shapes our view of conversion 24:10 – Why the spiritual “valleys” matter more than the mountaintops 28:00 – Leading tours to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and seeing Scripture come alive 34:20 – The story behind Spiritual Outdoor Adventures TV and reaching unchurched men 42:30 – From unknown host to North American Outdoor Sportsman of the Year 47:50 – Folk music roots, Elvis in Arkansas, and growing up in a musical family 54:00 – Producing and writing in Nashville, guitars that end up on the big stage 59:20 – Inside his books: Heart of the Outdoors Bible, Legend of Indian Rock Cave 1:04:10 – Decoys of Deception and how Satan “hunts” us with spiritual decoys 1:11:30 – Progressive Christianity, Gnosticism, and discernment in the church 1:18:00 – Basecamp 101: a big‑budget outdoor competition show for teens 1:24:00 – Sneaking a 12‑year‑old into the cast and the social experiment that followed 1:29:00 – What’s next for Jimmy and where to find his resources and YouTube channel Guest Website: jimmysites.com Guest TV show / ministry site: spiritualoutdooradventures.org GOA Website:: goaspeakers.com Podcast Filmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

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  Episode #12

  Joshua Shaw - Faith in a Secular City :: Ep 12 The GOA Speakers Podcast

  Aug 6, 202637 minS1

  Pastor, author, and speaker Joshua Shaw joins hosts Abigail Garrett and Greg Oliver to share his journey from the heavy metal scene in Colorado to pastoring Vineyard LA on the West Side of Los Angeles—one of the most secular corners of the country. Josh talks about his radical conversion, planting a church in Denver, moving to LA for his wife’s health, and leading a historic Vineyard church in a post-Christian culture that’s surprisingly curious about Jesus. He unpacks his passion for millennials and Gen Z, his Masterclass on Faith discipleship curriculum, and his upcoming book, “Practicing the Supernatural.” You’ll also hear how he and his wife navigate marriage, mental health, and terminal illness, plus a look at new projects like “Keep Christianity Weird” and an AI-powered tool to help pastors get back to real ministry. Timed Highlights: 0:00 Intro – GOA Speakers Podcast 0:07 Meet Pastor and author Joshua Shaw 1:06 Colorado roots and radical conversion from heavy metal 4:38 Moving to Southern California for his wife’s health 5:28 Becoming millennial senior pastor at the first Vineyard church 6:50 Raising kids and doing ministry in secular West LA 8:01 How Josh met his wife and the 11 rejections 10:18 Pastoring in a curious, post-Christian environment 12:52 Vineyard LA’s size limits and adding services 14:46 Why Josh focuses on millennials and Gen Z 18:08 Creating Masterclass on Faith for new believers 21:18 COVID hits as Masterclass launches 22:52 Book preview: Practicing the Supernatural 25:18 Charismatic sacramentalism and healing prayer 25:49 Speaking with his wife on mental health and marriage 26:51 The “king’s table” for men and healthy male friendships 30:15 Keep Christianity Weird curriculum and podcast 31:30 Pastoring with ADHD and building tools for leaders 33:30 AI app to help pastors focus on people, not paperwork 35:10 Where to find Joshua Shaw online 36:11 Outro – GOA Speakers Podcast Find Joshua online: Website: https://joshuashaw.co Church: Vineyard LA (West Los Angeles) More from GOA Speakers: https://goaspeakers.com Podcast Studio and Producer: ItsYourShow.co

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