Taking Donors Seriously® Podcast

Believing Jesus When He Said, "I Will Build My Church"

Brad Layland sits down with his longtime friend and pastor for a deeply personal, surprisingly practical conversation about succession, spiritual reproduction, and what h

The Founder Who Sat Next to Steve Jobs

In this episode, Jamie Radtke, CEO of ExploreGod, shares insights into how digital evangelism is transforming global outreach. She shares staggering statistics including

How Women Are Changing Philanthropy

In this episode, Julie Wilson, president of Women Doing Well, shares insights on empowering women financially and philanthropically amidst a significant wealth transfer.

From Tracts to Cold Brew (Aaron Abramson with Jews for Jesus)

In this episode, Aaron Abramson shares his inspiring journey from exploring his Jewish roots to becoming the CEO of Jews for Jesus. Discover how strategic pivots, relatio

From One Prayer to a Thriving Community

In this interview, Lisa Franklin shares the remarkable journey of founding Alpha-Omega Miracle Home, a faith-driven ministry transforming lives through housing and suppor

Beyond the Transaction: Taking Every Donor Seriously

In this conversation, Brad Layland interviews Steve Woodworth, the founder and executive chairman of Masterworks, a marketing agency focused on serving Christian nonprofi

The Secret to Record Enrollment

In this interview, Dr. Mark Yarbrough, president of Dallas Theological Seminary, shares insights into the seminary's mission, growth strategies, and the importance of mis

Enough: Leadership, Contentment, and the Stewardship Journey

In this interview, Brad interviews Dr. Scott Rodin, Chief Culture Officer of The FOCUS Group, to discuss the transformative power of contentment and stewardship in leader

Known by Name: The Life-Changing Ministry of Young Life Canada

In this interview, David Thakkar shares his journey which took him from Kenya to Canada as a young man and eventually to his current role as President of Young Life Canad

From Desert to City Center: Trinity Church Aberdeen

Summary In this conversation, Brad Layland and David Gibson discuss the journey of Trinity Church in Aberdeen, Scotland, from its formation to its current status. They ex

The Power of Pro Abundant Life Ministry

In this inspiring interview, Roland Warren shares his personal journey and the transformative vision of Care Net, emphasizing the importance of a Pro Abundant Life perspe

Anti-Trafficking Work in Indonesia

In this episode of the Taking Donors Seriously podcast, Brad Layland interviews Mike Mercer, founder of Compassion First, a Christian relief and development organization

Inventivity: The Legacy of Gatorade and the Cade Museum

In this engaging podcast episode, Brad Layland interviews Phoebe Miles, the founder and board chair of the Cade Museum, which honors her father's legacy as the inventor o

Empowering Evangelism: Wheaton College Billy Graham Center

In this conversation, Brad Layland interviews Andy Cook, the executive director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. They discuss the center's mission to equip bel

Year-End Appeals: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

In this episode, Brad Layland is joined by Jamie Sellers in his annual Year End Appeals episode. In this episode, he evaluates the year-end appeals he received last year.

The Superpower of Starting Something Good — From the UK to the Kingdom

In this conversation, Brad and Patrick McDonald discuss the founding and mission of OpenWell, an organization dedicated to supporting mission entrepreneurs. Patrick share

Before You Quit

In this conversation, Brad and Doug Gehman, President of Globe International, discuss Doug's extensive experience with Globe, a mission sending agency, and the importance

153 Years of Hope: Fighting Homelessness in NYC

In this episode Brad Layland interviews James Winans, CEO of the Bowery Mission, discussing his journey from intern to CEO, the mission's response to homelessness in New

Leading a College On Top of a Hill

In this conversation, Brad Voyles, the president of Covenant College, shares his journey to leadership, the distinctives of the college, and the importance of community a

Answering Hudson Taylor's Challenge

In this episode of the Taking Donors Seriously podcast, Brad Layland interviews Justin Burkholder, the International Director of Team, a mission-sending organization with