Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: What happens when your bandmates become your brothers? In this episode, Jason Squires sits down with Andy Chrisman, former member of the Grammy-nominated vocal group 4Him, for an honest conversation about friendship, faith, and life on the road. They explore the pivotal moments that turned coworkers into lifelong friends, the unspoken rhythms that kept their bond strong, and how they handled conflict while living in tight quarters on a tour bus. Andy also shares behind-the-scenes stories—from unforgettable food moments to the challenges of staying spiritually grounded while touring. For anyone realizing they lack a close inner circle, Andy offers practical advice on building meaningful community. Whether you're in ministry, music, or simply longing for deeper creative connection, this episode delivers timeless wisdom on brotherhood, vulnerability, and purpose.

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Darren Penny to talk about the importance of having people around you. Creating an inner circle is something that will help develop you as a person and as a leader. No matter what you do in life, you are not meant to go at it alone. Who are the people in your corner that can call you out when you need it and ask you the hard questions?

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Joe Horness. Joe is a familiar voice in previous seasons. Joe brings his wisdom into this conversation and shares the importance of creating the inner circle of people. Jason and Joe focus on the community aspect of why the inner circle is important.

Leaders Who Create an Inner Circle: Join Jason Squires as he gets to sit down with a guy who wrote the book that launched Jason into the artist life. Rory Noland is the author of many books including the book "Heart of the Artist". Jason and Rory dive into this month's topic on leaders who are creating their inner circle. We are made for community. We are not made to do life alone.

Leaders Who Create Space: Join our host Jason Squires as he shares something he’s deeply passionate about — the importance of creating space in your calendar. We weren’t designed to constantly run in the red. In this episode, Jason breaks down three practical ways you can create space in your schedule so you can be more present, less distracted, and ultimately more effective in your work and life. Whether you're a leader, creative, or just someone who feels constantly maxed out, this episode will challenge and encourage you to rethink how you manage your time. Jason is the Director of The Creative Launch, the organization behind this podcast. Learn more about what we offer at: https://thecreativelaunch.com. Listen now and start creating space in your life!

Leaders Who Create Space: Join Jason Squires for a meaningful conversation with Dr. Kate Kootstra—a counselor and compassionate listener with a heart for helping others feel seen and heard. With a Master’s in Counseling and a Ph.D. in Clinical Pastoral Counseling, Kate has spent her career creating spaces where people can open up and be themselves. In this episode, we explore what it really means to create environments that value people—places where honesty is welcomed and empathy leads the way. Kate shares practical wisdom on how to slow down, listen well, and be present for the people around us. Whether you’re leading a team, building community, or just trying to be a better friend, this conversation will encourage and equip you. If that's not enough, they talk about smash tacos.

Leaders Who Create Space: Pull up a chair and join Jason Squires for a heartfelt conversation with a familiar friend, Dr. Heather Penny. Heather—leadership coach, trusted advisor, and author of Grace Space—returns to share wisdom on something we all long for: creating spaces where grace thrives. This month, we're diving into what it looks like to build environments that reflect kindness, empathy, and intentional living. You’ll be reminded that your actions shape the atmosphere around you—and that you hold the power to influence your circle with grace. How are you showing up in your relationships? What kind of space are you creating? To learn more about Heather and explore her books, visit heatherpenny.com.

Leaders Who Create Space: Join host Jason Squires as he sits down with Brian Engle, Founder and CEO of Arrow & Jay, a cutting-edge design company known for transforming spaces into inspiring, creative environments. Learn how Brian approaches stage design, the essential questions to ask when starting with a blank space, and how thoughtful design fuels innovation. Whether you're redesigning a church sanctuary, home theater, or any creative space, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration.