The MakeReady Podcast

What is Breaking Church? - Jeff Parker - The MakeReady Podcast #14

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Parker—a seasoned ministry leader who has spent over 20 years inside the megachurch world—to talk about what happens when alignment fades, community fractures, and church no longer feels like home.
After decades in a thriving megachurch, Jeff found himself disoriented, asking hard questions about leadership, calling, and the quiet drift from God’s heart. What followed wasn’t deconstruction—it was a deeper return to Jesus. From wrestling with church hurt to rediscovering ancient practices, Jeff shares his honest journey of listening, grieving, and rebuilding.
If you’ve ever felt let down by the institution, confused by the culture, or hungry for something more than Sunday performance, this conversation invites you to consider: what if the breaking is the beginning of something better?

Building Through the Pain - Jacob Robinson - The MakeReady Podcast #13

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Jacob Robinson—entrepreneur, founder of Dig World, and father to a courageous son with special needs—to talk about how pain, purpose, and perseverance collide when life doesn’t go according to plan.
From corporate ambitions to janitorial work, from planting churches to launching a construction-themed amusement park, Jacob’s story is anything but linear. But it was in the valley—when his son Pierce nearly died and life turned upside down—that Jacob learned what it really means to lead, to trust, and to build with eternity in mind.
If you’ve ever wrestled with unanswered prayers, questioned God’s goodness in the storm, or felt the pressure to provide at all costs, this conversation will remind you: the valley is not the end of the story—it’s where the real work begins.

Why we need to date well - Jack Mueller - The MakeReady Podcast #12

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Jack Mueller—former NCAA wrestling standout and aspiring pastor—for a raw and unfiltered conversation on singleness, dating, and biblical masculinity in a culture that’s lost the plot.
Jack opens up about his journey from spiritual apathy to deep conviction, the lessons learned from failed relationships, and why modern dating often feels more like a performance than a path to covenant. With clarity and conviction, he tackles the lies men believe, the dangers of passivity, and the cultural drift infecting even the church.
Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, this conversation will challenge you to reject compromise, lead with truth, and pursue Christ above all.

Why Men Need a Map – Clint Bruce – The MakeReady Podcast #11

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Clint Bruce—former Navy SEAL, NFL linebacker, and founder of several purpose-driven organizations—to talk about why so many men today feel lost, isolated, and overwhelmed by the weight of modern life.
From the ball field to the battlefield to the boardroom, Clint shares how hardship forged his strength, how fatherhood redefined his mission, and why embracing brokenness is the starting point for real impact. He unpacks how men can live intentionally in every domain of life—and why chasing false gods always leaves us empty.
If you’ve ever questioned your purpose or felt like you’re falling behind, this conversation will remind you what it means to live ready.

Why Men Feel Alone at Church– Bill Yuhasz – The MakeReady Podcast #10

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Bill Yuhasz to talk about why so many men—and pastors—are running on empty. Bill opens up about stepping away from the safety of the pulpit to launch Known Legacy, a ministry built on calling men out of passivity and into purpose.
From the loneliness of church pews to the silent burnout happening behind the scenes in ministry, this conversation pulls no punches. Bill challenges the performance culture of the modern church, redefines what real discipleship looks like, and reminds us that every man has a role in the mission of God.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected, disillusioned, or done with the show, this episode will remind you why the fight is still worth it.

#9 | Ron Dodson | Are we a Christian nation?

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Ron Dodson to talk about how men of faith should think about politics, power, and the purpose of government. From the founding fathers to the failures of modern culture, Ron takes us on a thoughtful, biblical look at how the church should engage the public square.
We explore questions like: Is America a Christian nation? What’s the government’s role in morality? And how do we lead our families through cultural confusion without losing our grounding in truth? If you’ve ever felt tension between patriotism and faith—or wondered how to lead in a society that’s drifting fast—this episode will give you the tools, truth, and clarity to stand firm without selling out.

#8 | Coach Randy Allen | More Than Football

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Coach Randy Allen to talk about the kind of impact that doesn't fade with the scoreboard. With over 50 years in the trenches of Texas high school football, Coach Allen has seen wins, losses—and lives changed forever. We dive into what it means to lead with conviction when the world chases hype. From fatherhood and faith to journaling God's faithfulness and discipling young men, this conversation is a masterclass in long-term obedience. Coach Allen shares personal stories of raising a son, grieving well, and finishing strong—not just as a coach, but as a man who walks with God. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead when you're tired, how to stay grounded when culture shifts, or how to be faithful in the unseen moments, this episode is for you.

#7 | Deepak Benjamin | Remember Your Identity

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Deepak Benjamin for a raw, honest conversation about drifting from your purpose—and what it takes to come back. After stepping away from church leadership and chasing success, Deepak hit a wall: burnout, anxiety, even a heart attack. But God wasn’t done with him.
From confronting false identities to rediscovering joy in serving, Deepak shares how accountability, humility, and grace helped restore his calling. We talk about fatherhood, discipleship, and the quiet crisis so many men face when they lose sight of who they are in Christ. If you’ve ever felt the tension between doing more and being present, or wondered how to lead your home while barely holding it together, this episode will meet you there.

#6 | Todd Wagner | You Have Been Lied To.

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Todd Wagner to talk about why men today feel lost, aimless, and unsure of what it really means to lead well. Todd doesn’t hold back—he tackles the root causes of cultural confusion, spiritual apathy, and the collapse of strong male leadership with clarity and conviction.
From raising kids with purpose to resisting the lure of worldly success, this conversation is a call for men to stop playing the world’s game and start living a life that actually matters. If you're tired of chasing empty wins and ready to build something that lasts, this one’s for you.

#5 | Derek Mathews | Are You Performing or Living?

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Derek Matthews to unpack the hidden ways men can get trapped living for God without truly living with God. Derek shares the heart behind his ministry, StoryVerse, and how helping people rediscover the true story of Scripture can radically change the way they see God—and themselves. We dive into the false narratives many men carry from their childhood, how distorted images of authority shape our view of the Father, and why biblical masculinity isn’t about performance but presence. Derek challenges us to stop measuring our lives by output and start anchoring ourselves in the love of God that’s already been given. If you’re tired of striving, performing, or wondering if you’re enough, this conversation will remind you: you already have the approval that matters most. Now it’s time to live like it.