This month, our host Chris Knierem interviews retired Presbyterian pastor Reverend Doug Rumford, who served 44 years across churches in Connecticut, California, and Kansas City before founding Lorica Ministries to equip people for spiritual vitality and intentional living. Rumford describes rewriting his 1996 book Soul Shaping through independent publishing and now coaching pastors and leaders facing cultural pressures, helping them live from the inside out.

This month's episode is something a little different: instead of an interview, host Chris Knierem shares his experience with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. Learn how this affected his life, how he chose to change habits to overcome his illness and gain some useful advice about how to help get yourself out of similar situations.

This month we interviewed Peter Camacho, CFO, HR Expert, EMT-certified and Boy Scouts of America community leader. He and host Chris discuss leading by example, building trust, and how teaching deepens learning, along with the need for proper training and support when promoting employees as well as the problems with punitive cultures and the importance of open communication, asking for help, and treating mistakes as team learning opportunities.

In this episode we interview self-published sci-fi author JR Winton, creator of the Desolation Trilogy and the Witch and the Rifleman series. Winton explains how a Josiey Wales/Star Wars image sparked his “space western” style, how his hero Reed Cooper drew from old-school lawmen he knew as a child and a fighter-pilot father, and how mentors and life events shaped his grit, rewrites, and eventual decision to self-publish via Amazon KDP with improved second-edition covers and edits. He discusses pitfalls like marketing scams, the importance of discernment and learning from anyone.

In this episode of Stop Digging!, Chris welcomes two language experts, Brian Rovito and Dr. Kaitlyn Tagarelli from Mango Languages. Together, they explore the significance of learning new languages for personal travel, professional success, and cultural preservation. Highlighting unique features of Mango’s conversational approach, they discuss the cognitive benefits of multilingualism and the company's initiatives to support endangered languages. Tune in to discover how speaking someone's native language can enrich lives and create genuine connections across the globe.

Introducing the Stop Digging! community podcast, presented by A Squared Lamp Groups.

In this episode of the Stop Digging!, new host Chris and co-host Susan welcome James Dascoli, founder of Sedona Shepherd Sanctuary. The discussion delves into Jim’s passion for rescuing adult and senior German Shepherds, the challenges of running a nonprofit, and the importance of leadership and flexibility. Jim shares insights about his dog training business and how stoicism has shaped his approach. The episode is filled with heartfelt stories and practical advice on building strong human-animal relationships.

In this December episode, Stop Digging! welcomes two business owners at the forefront of the agave-based spirits trend: Brian Neff and Brevin Blach. The conversation delves into the creation of a high-end tequila brand, highlighting the meticulous processes, personal inspirations, and the relentless pursuit of quality that helped them navigate the industry's challenges. With stories of overcoming obstacles and engaging anecdotes, the episode provides valuable insights into the entrepreneurial journey.