Episodes

  • Leading a Christian University Without Losing Its Mission | Dr. Jon Kulaga of Indiana Wesleyan

    Leading a Christian University Without Losing Its Mission | Dr. Jon Kulaga of Indiana Wesleyan
    Jun 25 2026
    What does it take to lead a Christian university without compromising its mission? Indiana Wesleyan University President, Dr. Jon Kulaga, joins Kurt Luidhardt to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing higher education today, the importance of remaining grounded in a Christ-centered mission, and why authentic institutions are seeing renewed interest from families seeking more than career preparation alone. The conversation explores Indiana Wesleyan's record enrollment growth, the integration of faith and learning, national championship athletics, vocational training initiatives, and how Christian universities can prepare students to navigate emerging technologies like AI while remaining committed to biblical truth. Dr. Kulaga also shares his personal journey from youth ministry to university leadership, lessons from nearly four decades in Christian higher education, insights on marriage and family, and the legacy he hopes to leave for the next generation of leaders. 0:00 Intro 5:26 Athletic Success and Esports 13:44 The Integration of Faith and Learning 16:48 Challenges Facing Higher Education Today 21:08 Why Christian Education Offers a Different Perspective 23:35 Dr. Kulaga's Journey Into Higher Education 27:41 Life and Community on Campus 35:01 Family, Marriage, and Leadership 38:15 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Indiana Wesleyan University https://www.indwes.edu IWU on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indwes/ 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • What Happens When Parents Challenge the System? | Sherronna Bishop

    What Happens When Parents Challenge the System? | Sherronna Bishop
    Jun 23 2026
    A sixth grade classroom visit changed everything. What Sherronna Bishop found inside her son's school raised questions that eventually pulled her far beyond the classroom and into some of the biggest education battles in the country. Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with Sherronna to discuss why school boards became a national flashpoint, what most parents miss about how education policy is shaped, and why local involvement matters more than many people realize. The conversation moves from parental responsibility and classroom culture to grassroots organizing, political backlash, and the surprising consequences of challenging powerful institutions. Sherronna shares the lessons that helped mobilize parents, flip 13 Colorado school boards, and keep going after becoming the target of an FBI raid. For parents and leaders wondering where real influence begins, this conversation starts closer to home than most people think. 0:00 Intro 2:24 Origins of Grassroots School Advocacy 9:56 Sheltering Children and Parental Responsibility 17:11 The Reality of Modern Classrooms 24:12 Steps for Effective Parental Action 28:47 Protecting Constitutional Rights in Schools 38:51 The FBI Raid and Political Retaliation 45:51 Flipping School Boards and Parent Empowerment 48:59 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Moms for America https://www.momsforamerica.us Lindell Offense Fund / Lindell Plan https://lindellplan.com Parents Support Line (833) 42-PROTECTKID 📚 The Frontiersmen by Allan Eckert 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • How One Podcast Email Led to a $100,000 Referral | Jeremy Weisz

    How One Podcast Email Led to a $100,000 Referral | Jeremy Weisz
    Jun 22 2026
    Jeremy Weisz was a practicing chiropractor when he stumbled into something that would eventually lead him to sell that business and go all in on podcasting. He's interviewed founders from Pixar, Atari, P90X, RXBAR, and hundreds of other companies. But the path from chiropractor to podcast entrepreneur looked nothing like a traditional business plan. Kurt Luidhardt sits down with Jeremy to explore how podcasting became a tool for building relationships, opening doors, and creating opportunities that rarely come through cold outreach alone...including a $100,000 referral. The conversation also covers the follow up strategy behind landing high profile guests, the framework Jeremy uses to stay connected with key relationships, and why some business owners focus on metrics that have very little to do with results. For entrepreneurs looking to grow through relationships instead of constant promotion, this conversation offers a different way to think about podcasting. 0:00 Intro 10:04 Benefits of Podcasting for Professional Growth 16:12 Identifying and Reaching Your Dream 200 21:22 Maximizing Business Value Through Strategic Touchpoints 26:49 Transitioning From Chiropractor to Podcast Founder 32:42 Aligning Media Strategy With Core Business Values 37:20 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Rise25 https://rise25.com Inspired Insider https://inspiredinsider.com 📚 Influence by Robert Cialdini 📚 The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz 📚 How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie 📚 Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Why Growing Companies Break Without Alignment | Hassan Bash

    Why Growing Companies Break Without Alignment | Hassan Bash
    Jun 16 2026
    Businesses rarely break because they lack systems. They break because leaders carry too much themselves, priorities compete for attention, and teams lose alignment. Hassan Bash joins Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt to explain why operational clarity starts long before SOPs, why accountability follows conviction, and how growing companies create bottlenecks when everything flows through the founder. The conversation explores how Hassan diagnoses operational breakdowns, maps customer journeys, builds standards inside organizations, and helps founders focus on the work that actually moves the business forward. Hassan also shares how growing up between American and Saudi cultures shaped his ability to navigate different perspectives, why caring for his mother at a young age developed empathy and responsibility, and how asking better questions changes the quality of decisions. For leaders who feel buried by complexity, this episode offers a practical framework for creating alignment before chasing the next opportunity. 0:00 Intro 06:04 Navigating Cross-Cultural Business Relationships 12:10 Diagnosing and Mapping Business Processes 17:03 Avoiding Overcomplication in Scalable Systems 22:15 Establishing High Standards for Clients 27:41 Overcoming Ego to Foster Growth 32:51 Early Responsibilities and Leadership Lessons 36:05 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Hassan Bash https://hassanbash.com/ Dale Carnegie https://www.dalecarnegie.com Tony Robbins https://www.tonyrobbins.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Why Culture Fit Matters More Than Talent in Executive Hiring | Kip Knippel

    Why Culture Fit Matters More Than Talent in Executive Hiring | Kip Knippel
    Jun 11 2026
    A company can hire a proven executive and still end up with the wrong leader. Kip Knippel, president and CEO of KIP Search, joins Kurt Luidhardt to discuss why culture fit often matters more than talent when hiring senior leaders. A candidate can look perfect on paper, but if their values don't align with the organization, the costs can extend far beyond a bad hire. The conversation explores retained executive search, common hiring mistakes, and why the strongest candidates aren't always the right candidates. Kip shares the unlikely path that took him from law to commercial real estate to executive recruiting, what he learned from running for Minnesota state Senate while finishing law school, and why a lesson from endurance sports still shapes how he approaches business today. For leaders responsible for hiring, building culture, and growing teams, this conversation offers a different way to think about what makes a successful executive hire. 0:00 Intro 05:08 Comparing Contingency and Retained Search 10:12 The Search Firm as Quarterback 11:40 Common Mistakes in Executive Hiring 16:10 Prioritizing Culture and Core Values 18:12 Transitioning from Law to Recruiting 24:28 Lessons from a State Senate Campaign 31:27 Mental Toughness and Endurance Sports 42:16 Business Impact and Economic Principles 49:43 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned:KIP Search kipsearch.com 📚 Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand 📚 The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand 📚 The Fourth Turning Selvedge Denim: https://denimhunters.com/denim-wiki/denim-explained/selvedge/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • How a Former Army Ranger Turned a Business Into a Mission | Brett Baker of VAUSA

    How a Former Army Ranger Turned a Business Into a Mission | Brett Baker of VAUSA
    Jun 9 2026
    After 13 years as an Army Ranger and nine combat deployments, Brett Baker thought he knew exactly what he was built to do… Then he left the military. What started as a solution for military spouses struggling to maintain careers through constant relocations eventually became a mission. Brett joins Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt to share how VAUSA evolved from a remote staffing company into a mission-focused organization centered on faith, service, and human flourishing. They explore the unexpected transition from military service to entrepreneurship, building a company alongside a spouse, creating purpose-driven cultures, and why many people are searching for more than a paycheck. Along the way, Brett shares how surrender changed the way he views leadership, success, and the responsibility of stewarding the people God places in his path. For business leaders wrestling with growth, purpose, or what comes after success, this conversation offers a different lens on what business can become. 0:00 Intro 01:47 Serving Military Families 06:25 Building a Faith-Driven Company Culture 10:39 Business as a Ministry and Spiritual Support 15:11 Transitioning from Army Ranger to Entrepreneur 21:53 Navigating Business and Marriage with a Spouse 30:11 Scaling Through Mission 33:22 Why Choose Military Spouses as Virtual Assistants? 37:23 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: VAUSA https://www.hirevausa.com C12 https://www.joinc12.com/ EOS Worldwide https://www.eosworldwide.com 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • The Real Reason Americans Are Losing Faith in Free Markets | Alexander McCobin

    The Real Reason Americans Are Losing Faith in Free Markets | Alexander McCobin
    Jun 4 2026
    Capitalism has its lowest approval rating in America in more than 20 years. Alexander McCobin believes that's not because capitalism failed. It's because too few business leaders are willing to explain what capitalism actually is. As founder and CEO of Liberty Ventures, Alexander is building a network of investors, executives, and entrepreneurs committed to creating value, growing businesses, and proving that capitalism can be a force for good. Kurt and Alexander explore why capitalism is often misunderstood, how cronyism gets confused with free markets, why values-driven companies outperform short-term thinking, and what entrepreneurs can do to become better representatives of capitalism. They also discuss the growth of Liberty Ventures, the success of companies like Angel Studios and Boom Supersonic, and the vision to build a movement of one million capitalists who are actively shaping a freer and more prosperous future. Changing people's minds about capitalism doesn't start with politics. It starts with business leaders building companies worth believing in. 0:00 Intro 04:59 What Capitalism Is and Isn't 11:07 Why Liberty Ventures Exists 15:40 Angel Studios and Values Based Growth 21:10 Why Values Drive Better Profits 23:01 Boom Supersonic and Entrepreneurial Innovation 28:53 Building One Million Capitalists 31:11 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Liberty Ventures https://libertyventures.vc/ Principled Business Summit https://www.principledbusiness.org/summit Angel Studios https://angel.com Boom Supersonic https://boomsupersonic.com Capitalists for Capitalism Magazine https://www.capitalistsforcapitalism.com/ Exodus 90 https://exodus90.com 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • How Seth Greene Uses Podcasting to Generate Clients Without a Massive Audience

    How Seth Greene Uses Podcasting to Generate Clients Without a Massive Audience
    Jun 2 2026
    Most people start a podcast hoping for more downloads, bigger rankings, or a larger audience. Seth Greene built his strategy around a different outcome. Instead of treating podcasting as a media business, he uses it to create access to the people who already have the trust of his ideal customers. Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with Seth to unpack why podcasts may be the greatest relationship building tool ever invented, how the DREAM 50 strategy creates partnerships with "co-opetition" businesses that already serve your ideal clients, and why the real value of a podcast often comes long after the interview ends. They also dive into AI generated podcasts, answer engine optimization, voice cloning, and how businesses are using audio content to build authority as search behavior shifts from websites to AI summaries. Underneath the tactics is a simple idea: Access to the right people creates more business opportunities than attention from the wrong audience. 0:00 Intro 06:35 The DREAM 50 Relationship Strategy 12:19 Overcoming the Fear of Podcasting 18:43 Success Beyond Downloads and Rankings 24:41 Turning Podcast Guests Into Business Opportunities 29:56 AI Podcasts and Answer Engine Authority 35:56 Turning Content Into Ongoing Sales Assets 40:27 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: Book with Seth https://bookwithseth.com Market Domination LLC https://marketdominationllc.com The Ultimate Podcast Guest Book https://www.ultimatepodcastbook.com SharkPreneur Podcast https://marketdominationllc.com/education/sharkpreneur/ 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins