Can 'Gaming' be Godly? with game designer and tech leader Holy Liu
Today's episode is fresh and thought-provoking as Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is joined by Holly Liu— veteran of the video game industry, creative leader, and passionate believer — to explore the surprising spiritual power of play. Together, they unpack why gaming isn’t just a pastime for teenagers, but rather a cultural force shaping how people connect, think, and feel. Holly shares her experience as a woman in tech and reflects on why more Christians need to enter the creative spaces that influence millions daily.This episode dives into:What Christians often get wrong about gamesThe theology of joy, imagination, and funHow moms and leaders can navigate game content wiselyWhy God cares about culture—and why we should too🎧 Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone shaping the next generation of culture-makers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Spiritual strategy: leading in culture today with tech founder Mike Gaglione
What do faith, tech, and networks have in common?In this dynamic conversation, Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing sits down with tech founder and storyteller Mike Gaglione to explore how innovation and faith intersect in our modern world. From building brands and startups to serving on the board of global nonprofits, Mike shares how connection and communication fuel everything, especially when rooted in kingdom purpose.Together they explore the exponential impact of gathering the right people, why density in community matters for breakthrough, and how faith isn’t just compatible with innovation... it fuels it. This episode tackles themes for navigating leadership, the search for clarity, and how to sense where God is moving in a noisy world.🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who leads, builds, or dreams big. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What if the thing God called you to… didn’t work? with Heather McCormick
What if the thing God called you to… didn’t work? In this powerful follow-up conversation, Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing continues unpacking the realities of Christian leadership, entrepreneurship, and obedience with a guest who’s lived through the high hope, and sometimes, hard endings of following God’s call. Joining Amy on the Podcast today is Heather McCormick, Global Marketing Executive and AI go-to Market Strategist. They discuss the misconception that God’s favor always leads to worldly success, the emotional weight of letting go, and how to reframe “failure” through the lens of spiritual formation. Alongside practical wisdom, you’ll hear hope: that even when a dream dies, God’s purpose doesn’t.This episode is for anyone who’s ever launched something in faith and felt the sting of disappointment. Your story isn’t over, and nothing is wasted.🎧 Be sure to subscribe, review, and share this conversation with someone facing their own turning point. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why do some God-given dreams still fail? with Ben Siekmeier
Why do some God-given dreams still fail? In this vulnerable and wisdom-filled conversation, Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing sits down with Christian entrepreneur Ben Siekmeier, to unpack what happens when our callings don't unfold the way we hoped. They explore the reality that even with God’s favour, not everything works out the way we'd plan, and yet that doesn’t mean you’ve failed. From leadership lessons and personal setbacks to the tension between supernatural calling and earthly outcomes, together, Amy and Ben discuss the spiritual and practical side of leadership, the emotional toll of failure, and the kind of resilience that doesn’t give up. You’ll hear wisdom for navigating disappointment, lessons on hearing God in the aftermath, and encouragement for rebuilding with a deeper sense of purpose.Because in God's economy, nothing is wasted—not even failure. Sometimes, the loss is the soil for your next season of growth.🎧 If this speaks to you, subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to know their story isn’t over. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to face rejection, move forward with grace, and seek God through it all with Actor Ashley LaLonde
What does it mean to keep showing up when rejection is constant? In this episode, Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing speaks with Broadway and Netflix actor, Ashley LaLonde, about the gritty reality of the entertainment industry — and how faith in Jesus Christ shapes unique resilience, identity, and grace. Drawing from a powerful insight from Roger Federer’s career and how often even champions lose, this episode unpacks what it means to live with eternal perspective, offer yourself grace, and find purpose even in the setbacks.If you’ve ever questioned your worth in the face of failure or struggled to keep going in a calling that’s tough, this conversation will strengthen your soul.🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone who needs encouragement today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lessons on authentic leadership, Christian apologetics, and standing firm in faith through open conversations and powerful reflections. Inspired by the book Lead Like the Real You, this podcast is your go-to resource for discovering how Christian leaders navigate their unique paths, defend their faith with confidence, and discern God’s calling for their lives.Hosted by Public Theologian, Author, and International Speaker, Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing, each episode features candid interviews with remarkable Christian women and men, as well as Amy’s own reflections on key talks she has given in the public sphere. Through these conversations, The Lead Podcast explores the power of apologetics, the challenges of leadership, and the wisdom gained along the way.Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, these episodes will equip and encourage you to stand firm in your faith, articulate your beliefs with confidence, and lead with Christlike conviction.Join us as we uncover what it truly means to lead with faith, truth, and authenticity. Get ready to be inspired by some of the most dynamic and influential voices of our time—let’s embark on this journey together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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