Dr. Michaela O’Donnell is the Executive Director of the Max De Pree Center for Leadership where she oversees the center’s vision, strategy, program, and team, all with the goal of helping leaders respond faithfully to God in all seasons of their life and leadership.

Michaela is the author of, Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World. The book is for those who want to untangle themselves from all the mantras about work that don’t quite work. It is a reflection of Michaela’s heart as both an entrepreneur and a practical theologian.

Dan Blythe is a husband, father, proud Londoner, and passionate evangelist who is committed to encouraging the next generation as they discover who God is and their relationship with him. He is currently serving as the Global Youth Director for Alpha.

We are so thankful that Dan could share some of his insights about Gen Z and how the world will continue to be impacted by their commitment to rethink and change.

Chari Orozco (pronounced Cha-dee) is an author of books, teacher of the Bible, and podcaster focused on all the feels. In 2021 Chari stepped away from 20+ years of vocational ministry and stepped into a new season. She is currently serving as the Creative Director of The Smithee Group in New York City and writing her next book, Fruitful; Motherhood and Lack thereof.

In this episode of the podcast, Joanna and Chari talk about the blessing of brokenness and that it is the exact spot where God chooses to do the new thing. Hope this conversation inspires and encourages you today!

Daniel Yang currently serves as the Director of the Send Institute at the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton College where he leads and oversees all of its initiatives. Prior to directing the institute, Daniel planted a church in Toronto where he also helped recruit, assess, and train church planters through the Send Network and the Release Initiative.

It is not overstating to say that the conversation about race, diversity and healthy belonging in the church is essential today and as it continues forward. We're thankful that Daniel would spend time with us and share his insights.

Christina Crook is a writer, speaker, and podcast host that has been studying the relationship between joy and technology for over a decade. Whether you're seeking presence, peace, focus, or productivity, Christina has shaped tools and teachings to reconnect your habits with your happiness.

In this conversation host, Joanna la Fleur and Christina chat about how to navigate the digital world and stay open and attentive to the needs of others. How the joy of missing out might be the mindset that changes everything.

Vijay Krishnan is the lead pastor of The Well Church, a multi-site community throughout the GTA. He's a driven leader, a fantastic teacher, and profoundly encouraging and motivated to create space in the Church for the questioning, the hurting, and the healing.

In this episode of the podcast, Vijay and Joanna want to encourage current Pastors and Christian leaders how to care for their own souls and nurture a healthy inner life that will keep them focused and faithful in the long term.

Andi Andrew, along with her husband Paul, is pioneering a church community in New York City called Liberty Church. She is a wife, mother, motivator, communicator, author, tv show host, and all-around amazing person.

In this episode of the podcast, Andi and host Joanna la Fleur chat about grief in this season and the effects that not dealing with it has on our society, communities, and mental and physical well beings. This is a poignant conversation that we too often avoid.

Jon Tyson is a pastor and church planter in New York City. His passion to cultivate renewal in the Western Church has him leading Church of the City NY, as well as authoring a number of books including: "A Creative Minority", "Beautiful Resistance" and most recently "The Intentional Father".

Jon beautifully shares his heart for the renewal of family values and the connection to the current anxiety epidemic plaguing younger generations. With endless choices and the pressure to present a perfect life online, Jon shares his observations about the way to move forward in faith.