Episode 172: Following God’s Voice with Peter Ostapko
Peter Ostapko is a Vice President of commercial banking, but also the founder and publisher of the “Kinsmen Journal.” On this episode of “Linch with a Leader” Peter shares his journey and how God has wired him to do what he is doing today. Additionally, Peter discusses the mindset needed to be ready to respond […]
Episode 171: Mighty with Brian Dodd
Mike Linch welcomes back author and leadership consultant Brian Dodd to the podcast to discuss his latest book, Mighty: 7 Skills You Need to Move from Pandemic to Progress. Did 2020 feel like a wilderness experience for you? So many people lost loved ones, opportunities, financial resources, careers, time, and much, much more during COVID. […]
Episode 170: The Ways of God with Richard Blackaby
Mike welcomes back Dr. Richard Blackaby to the Linch with a Leader podcast, as they discuss Dr. Blackaby’s latest book, The Ways of God: How God Reveals Himself Before a Watching World. Many Christians scratch their heads at how God works – and for good reason. God’s ways are vastly different than ours. Problems arise […]
Episode 169: Why Hard Work and Obedience Matter with Pastor Joby Martin
What are the true keys to success in the life of a believer? Mike sits down with pastor and author Joby Martin, who shares his feelings on the value of hard work, and ultimately why it’s trusting God’s sovereignty – and being obedient – that matters most in our life journey. From his initial call […]
Episode 168: Please, Sorry, Thanks with Mark Batterson
Please, Sorry, Thanks: These three magic words are the keys to healthy relationships and successful careers. Nothing opens doors like a genuine “please.” Nothing resolves conflict like a sincere apology. Nothing incurs favor like heartfelt gratitude. Mike Linch welcomes back Mark Batterson, Pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and author of Please, Sorry, […]
Episode 167: Leading with Love with Coach Gary Gilmore
As we officially head into spring and dive into the college baseball season, Mike sits down with Coastal Carolina head coach Gary Gilmore, who began his 28th season at the helm of the Chanticleers’ program in 2023. Sure, Coach Gilmore is one of the most knowledgeable baseball minds you’ll ever meet. But it’s his love […]
Episode 166: Coach Me Up with Jimmy Dykes
In this episode of Linch with Leader, Mike welcomes back former college basketball coach and current ESPN & SEC basketball analyst, Jimmy Dykes. In this episode, Coach Dykes offers up his assessment of what makes a truly great coach, how a coach can structure his life with balance for the long haul, and how Biblical […]
Episode 165: Inspired Every Day with Kevin Scott
We’ve all heard that inspiration matters in life. But can inspiration be measured? And what true effects does inspiration have on our performance in life – work, athletics, in the classroom? Mike welcomes back entrepreneur and author Kevin Scott to talk through the principles behind his new book, Inspired Every Day. According to what Kevin […]
Episode 164: Steady Leadership with Coach Rich Maloney
Some call it grit. Some call it moxie or perseverance. When it comes to the game of baseball, and in becoming a living example to other coaches and players, perhaps the best word to describe Rich Maloney is “steady.” In this episode, Mike sits down with one of the coaching greats in all of college […]
Episode 163: Trusting God in Leadership with Reed Livesay
Mike sits down with Reed Livesay, CEO of Pine Cove, a Gospel-centered Christian camp with 12 locations in Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. Reed shares his unique journey, from being a college athlete to helping startup a business in his 20’s, to finding his way to Pine Cove and expanding the reach of the organization […]
