The Unbridled Creative Podcast

What if your calling isn’t something waiting for you in the future—but something God has already placed right in front of you?In this episode, we sit down with J. Randall Gladden to unpack a powerful shift in perspective: calling isn’t primarily what we do; it’s what we apply. Every assignment, season, relationship, workplace, and opportunity can become a place where we apply what God has placed within us for the benefit of others.Randy shares honestly about seasons when following God meant letting go of success, identity, comfort, and certainty. Through those wilderness seasons, he discovered that the wilderness isn’t necessarily where God is absent—it can be the very place where we learn to hear Him more clearly and develop the capacity to carry what He wants to entrust to us.Together, we explore what it means to move from being consumers to governors, to see our work as ministry, and to understand that what God gives us is not simply for ourselves. Our businesses, gifts, resources, influence, and opportunities are entrusted responsibilities meant to flourish, create opportunity, bless others, and extend into the next generation.If you’ve been standing at the fence, waiting for clarity, confirmation, or the “right” opportunity before taking the next step, this conversation is an invitation to look again. You may already be standing in the middle of your calling.Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)Stop waiting for the perfect assignment. Start being faithful with the one in front of you.Ask:- What has God already entrusted to us?- How can we apply what He has placed in us for the benefit of others?- Where is He asking us to trust Him instead of judging His will by our circumstances?Our job is faithfulness. We apply ourselves, listen for the Holy Spirit’s direction, and keep moving forward. God is responsible for the results.Connect & SubscribeIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with someone who may be standing in the wilderness, questioning their calling, or waiting for their next step.Keep choosing faith over fear, obedience over perfection, and trust over circumstances.Connect with J. Randall Gladden and explore his resources at GodPowered.com.And keep following The Unbridled Creative Podcast as we continue creating space for faith-filled conversations about calling, creativity, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the courage to follow where God is leading.

What happens when the labels others place on us become the identity we begin to believe?In this deeply honest conversation, we sit down with Daniel Curtis as he shares the journey from a lonely, misunderstood child to someone who found the courage to step onto stages, speak to thousands, and help others discover their own voice. Together, we explore how rejection, bullying, abandonment, and the need for acceptance quietly shape our lives—and how healing begins when we stop believing the lies we've carried for years.Daniel opens up about growing up feeling different, constantly adapting himself to earn love and friendship, only to realize he was losing sight of who God created him to be. We talk about the hidden impact of childhood wounds, the danger of living according to labels instead of truth, and why boundaries, authentic relationships, and honest self-reflection are essential for lasting transformation.You'll also hear practical tools Daniel uses every day—including his simple but powerful Mood • Mission • Action framework—to interrupt negative thinking, take the next faithful step, and build momentum toward healing.Most importantly, this episode reminds us that our worth has never been determined by other people's opinions. We don't have to stay trapped by fear, shame, or the expectations we've carried for years. Freedom begins when we choose truth over labels, faith over fear, and obedience over perfection.Whether you've struggled with rejection, questioned your value, or simply long to find your voice again, we pray this conversation encourages you to keep walking toward the person God has always created you to be.Break Free Blueprint (Today's Takeaway)When old labels begin to speak, answer them with truth—not feelings.This week:Notice one limiting belief you've been carrying.Write it down.Challenge it with what's actually true.Ask God for the courage to take the next right step, not the next hundred.Remember: small acts of obedience create lasting transformation.Freedom rarely arrives all at once—it grows one faithful step at a time.Connect & SubscribeIf today's conversation encouraged you, we'd love for you to continue the journey with us.Subscribe to The Unbridled Creative Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may be carrying labels they were never meant to wear.Let's keep choosing faith over fear, purpose over perfection, and freedom over shame—together.

We often think of the birth of a child as a fresh start—a blank slate of health and comfort. But what if many of the "normal" struggles we see in newborns, from colic to restless sleep, are actually cries of physical pain rooted in the womb? Today, we are joined once again by Ken Moench, author of the groundbreaking new book Every Baby Hurts.Ken shares the powerful story of how his own grandchildren led him to a world-changing realization: the cramped quarters of the womb create "pre-birth postural deficits" that babies carry into the world. We explore how these hidden tensions don't just affect infants—they follow us into adulthood, manifesting as chronic pain, anxiety, and even depression. This conversation is a gentle invitation to stop normalizing discomfort and start seeking the "optimal" healing that God intended for our bodies, from our very first breath to the present day.Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)Audit the "Normal": This week, pay attention to the tension you’ve explained away as just "part of life" or "how I'm built." Bring those areas of chronic tightness to God in prayer, asking for discernment on whether you are settling for a "normal" state of pain instead of the "optimal" state of freedom He has for you.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pain and Healing01:45 The Genesis of 'Every Baby Hurts'10:12 Understanding Pre-Birth Postural Deficits16:52 The Connection Between Physical and Mental Trauma20:04 Practical Advice for New Parents and Caregivers24:15 The Challenges of New Parenthood27:03 Understanding Infant Pain and Sleep Patterns32:59 The Medical Community's Perspective on Infant Pain37:40 The Importance of Knowledge in Health Decisions48:47 The Long-Term Effects of Infant Pain01:01:12 The Healing Power of Understanding and EmpathyConnect & Subscribe

What if the path you’ve built… isn’t the one God is asking you to walk next?In this conversation, we sit with Lisa Marie Garcia—former tech CEO turned faith-led publisher—and trace the winding road that led her from control to complete surrender. From leading enterprise-level clients like Nike and NASA to standing in worship with open hands, asking God a risky question—“Which path do You want for me?”—Lisa shares what happened when heaven answered clearly.And it wasn’t subtle.Through unexpected closed doors, a complete industry pivot, and a calling she didn’t plan, Lisa reveals what it looks like to be held, guided, and reshaped by God over time. We talk about the courage it takes to step into the unknown, the transferable gifts we often overlook, and why obedience rarely comes with a perfect plan.This episode is for the one standing at the fence—wondering if they’re ready, qualified, or prepared.You may not feel ready. But you might already have everything you need.Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)If God is stirring something in you—move.Don’t wait for clarity, confidence, or perfect timing.Start with what you have, trust what He’s placed in you, and take the next step in obedience.Clarity comes as you go.Chapters00:00 The Call to Purpose06:08 Journey of Transformation11:57 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Risk Taking17:46 The Transition to Publishing24:05 Navigating the Publishing Landscape29:56 The Future of Print in a Digital World32:44 The Importance of Authentic Branding35:07 Quality Over Quantity in Publishing38:20 Defining Success in Book Launches40:34 The Interplay of Public Speaking and Writing42:49 Navigating the TEDx Experience46:04 Embracing Opportunities and Overcoming Fear49:24 Taking Action on Your Calling52:17 Lessons from Closed Doors55:33 Recognizing Industry Shifts59:15 The Courage to StartConnect & SubscribeIf this episode encouraged you, we invite you to stay connected with us.Subscribe, share with a friend who’s feeling stuck, and join us as we continue to explore what it means to live boldly and walk fully in your calling.You can also connect with Lisa Marie Garcia at:• Website: lizamariegarcia.com• LinkedIn: Liza Marie Garcia

If you’ve ever felt like your marketing is a constant cycle of trying, stopping, and starting over again… you’re not alone. We’ve seen it time and time again—business owners caught in the noise, chasing the next best thing, wondering why nothing seems to stick.In this final Creative Spark of our How Marketing Works series, we invite you into a different way.Because the truth is, marketing was never meant to feel chaotic. It was never meant to be a collection of random efforts, disconnected campaigns, or short bursts of hope followed by disappointment. What you’re really longing for is something deeper—something steady. A system.We talk about what it looks like to move from reacting to building… from guessing to understanding… from scattered to connected. A system doesn’t just ask, “Did this work?” It asks, “Is this building momentum?”And maybe most importantly, we remind you—you’re not meant to carry all of this alone. Your calling is to be excellent at what you do, to serve well, to show up with integrity. Marketing is simply the bridge that connects that calling to the people you’re meant to reach.So if you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next… this is your moment. Not to do more—but to see differently.Because when you begin to see marketing as a system, something shifts. It stops feeling random… and starts becoming reliable.Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)Pause before you pivot.Instead of asking, “What should I try next?”Ask, “What part of my system is missing?”Return to clarity:Who are you called to serve?Where are they?What message truly resonates?Where might they be slipping away?Build with intention, not urgency—and trust God with the momentum.Connect & SubscribeIf this series has helped bring clarity where there was confusion, we’d love for you to stay connected with us.Subscribe, share this episode with someone who feels stuck in their marketing, and continue walking this journey with us as we pursue bold, faith-filled creativity together.We’re here to educate, equip, and walk alongside you.