Built 4 More
Built 4 More is a podcast where high performance, leadership, and faith intersect. Hosted by quarterback trainer Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin, it features conversations with elite performers and industry leaders. The show explores the mindset, discipline, and faith-driven principles that fuel success. It is designed for those who refuse to settle and are built for something bigger.
Episodes
Obedience Comes Before Confidence - Shane Winnings, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Shane Winnings, the CEO of Promise Keepers, on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Before he led a national men's ministry, Shane was an Army officer and jumpmaster, then a police officer in one of the most violent stretches of Washington State.He has been shot at in war, and the thing that scared him most was walking up to a stranger to
Why You Don't Feel Close to God - Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
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What Christians Get Wrong About Spiritual Warfare - Joel Muddamalle, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Dr. Joel Muddamalle on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Joel is the Director of Theology and Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries, cohost of Therapy and Theology alongside Lysa TerKeurst, and author of The Unseen Battle. Before any of that, Joel was a Bible software salesman at the peak of his career, traveling 150,000 miles a year while his ma
The Faith You Want Takes All of You - Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down to answer listener questions.If you have a question for a future episode, drop it in the comments.👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of Built 4 More.🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-4-more/id1797411058🎧 Listen on Spotify: http
The Season You Want to Escape Has a Purpose - Brady Russell, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Super Bowl champion Brady Russell of the Seattle Seahawks. Brady grew up in church, led FCA in high school, and knew all the right answers. But looking back, he realized there was a major difference between knowing about Jesus and actually knowing Him.Brady walks through the seasons when God’s plan made little sense in the moment. At Colorado, he
The Evidence for Jesus is Undeniable - Jeremiah Johnston, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, New York Times bestselling author of The Jesus Discoveries, president of the Christian Thinkers Society, and one of the world's leading scholars on the resurrection of Jesus. He earned his PhD at Oxford studying the resurrection. Jeremiah did not just talk about the evidence. He put it on the table. The oldest fragment of t
The Enemy Doesn’t Care How He Hooks You - Edwin Martin, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Edwin Martin on this week’s episode of Built 4 More.At 20 years old, Edwin was hiding a four year gambling addiction that nearly cost him his life. He was borrowing money he couldn’t repay, carrying debts no one knew about, and placing bets from the church pew while claiming to follow Jesus.It ended with Edwin alone on his bathroom floor, ready t
You Can’t Outrun What You Won’t Face - Liam Coen, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Liam was a four-year starting quarterback at UMass where he still holds multiple school passing records. He spent nearly a decade grinding through small Northeast programs Brown, Rhode Island, and Maine, writing handwritten letters and knocking on every NFL door he
You Can't Be in Control and at Peace - Tony Boselli, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Boselli on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Tony was one of the most dominant left tackles to ever play the game. The first draft pick in Jacksonville Jaguars history, the best in the world at what he did. Then, at thirty years old and at the top of his game, a shoulder injury ended all of it. In an instant, th
The Life You’re Chasing Will Never Be Enough - Steve Weatherford, Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Super Bowl champion and former NFL punter Steve Weatherford on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Steve spent ten years in the NFL, won a Super Bowl, made the cover of Men's Health, and became known as the fittest man in professional football. From the outside, he had everything. On the inside, he was addicted to pain pills, trapped in pornograp
Hollywood Strengthened My Calling - Jim Klock, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with actor, filmmaker, and former police officer Jim Klock on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Before Jim ever stepped onto a Hollywood set, he spent a decade serving as a police officer and undercover narcotics detective. He loved the job, but God began calling him somewhere he never expected. What followed was a journey of faith that took him fro
I Owe It To The Fallen To Live Well - John Wayne Walding, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Green Beret John Wayne Walding on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Born on the Fourth of July and named after the Western legend, John Wayne Walding lost his right leg in the Battle of Shok Valley, one of the most intense firefights since Vietnam. He tied it off with a tourniquet and kept fighting for hours until every one of his brothers mad
Your Sin Isn't Disqualifying You, It's Refining You - Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
This week on Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down alone. Just the two of them answering listener questions.They open on what may be the most common question in the inbox. What do you do after baptism when you find yourself back in the same sin you thought you left behind. Joby walks through the difference between conviction and condemnation, the three tenses of salvation, a
I Stopped Asking Why - Josh Turner, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Josh Turner on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Josh is a pastor, the founder of the 10:10 Project, and the father of Riley, a 19-year-old with a rare genetic disorder who has had 33 surgeries, sleeps on a ventilator, and just graduated high school.When Riley was born, three doctors walked into the hospital room and told Josh and his wife Bec
The Algorithm Is Not Your Pastor - Ruslan KD, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Ruslan KD on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Ruslan came to America as an Armenian refugee, found Jesus in Southern California, and built one of the most recognizable voices covering Christian content. He started as a rapper, became a commentator, wrote a book on godly ambition, and now hosts the Bless God conference.This conversation is abo
God Might Call You to Walk Away - Drew Parker, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Drew Parker on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Drew Parker is one of the most successful songwriters in country music. He wrote Homemade for Jake Owen, Stay Country or Die Trying for Blake Shelton, and Doing This for Luke Combs, a song that earned a Grammy nomination for Best Country Song. Four number one songs. Stadium tours. The Grand Ole O
Your Faith Isn't Failing, It's Forming - Matt Chandler, Joby Martin, Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Matt Chandler on this week's episode of Built 4 More. Matt is the lead pastor of The Village Church in Texas and has spent more than two decades as one of the most listened to pastors in the country.Most of us were sold a version of faith that goes straight up and to the right. Follow Jesus, and life gets cleaner, easier, better. Matt's new book
You Can't Worship Comfort and Follow Jesus - Tim Timberlake, Joby Martin, Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Pastor Tim Timberlake on this week’s episode of Built 4 More.Tim Timberlake is a pastor, communicator, and leader at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida. In this conversation, Tim opens up about the pain that shaped his life, from walking through his father’s cancer diagnosis as a young boy, running from God, getting shot at 16 years old,
Your Past Has a Purpose You Can't See Yet - Garrett Gross, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of Built 4 More, Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin sit down with Garrett Gross. Garrett is an ex MMA fighter, gym owner, father, and one of the most unlikely men to be doing what he's doing today.For 15 years, Garrett competed as a professional MMA fighter while losing a fight off the mat that had nothing to do with the sport. He tried to fix it, but kept falling. He starte
Marriage, Ministry, and Motherhood | Pastor Joby & Gretchen Martin and Denny & Angie Thompson
For the first time, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson bring their wives into the studio. Gretchen Martin and Angie Thompson sit down to answer questions submitted by listeners on marriage, motherhood, ministry, and everything in between. Joby and Gretchen have been married 26 years. Denny and Angie have been married 28. Between them they've planted a church, built a quarterback training bu
The Man Behind NFL Red Zone - Scott Hanson, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Scott Hanson has one of the most recognizable jobs in American sports. As the host of NFL Red Zone, he speaks to more people on Sunday than almost anyone on the planet. More Americans will spend time watching NFL football this weekend than they will sitting in a church. Scott knows that better than anyone.But behind the highlight reels and the touchdown calls was a guy who had made his career his
What the Fittest Man on Earth Is Building Now - Rich Froning, Pastor Joby Martin, Denny Thompson
Rich Froning is the most decorated athlete in CrossFit history. 4 individual titles. Multiple team championships. A legacy that the sport has never seen before and may never see again. But behind all of it was a guy who kept winning and kept wondering why it wasn't enough.In this episode, Rich sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson and opens up about what it actually felt like to be
Finding God After Escaping Iran - David Nasser, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with David Nasser on this week's episode of Built 4 More.David Nasser was born in Iran and lived through the 1979 Islamic Revolution as a child. His family escaped with nothing, eventually landing in small town Alabama as refugees during one of the most anti-Iranian moments in American history. He was bullied, outcasted, and had no plan, until a frien
I Nailed Jesus to the Cross - Tim Tebow, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Tim Tebow on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Tim Tebow is one of the most decorated college football players in history. Heisman Trophy winner, two national championships, first round NFL draft pick, and he has been one of the most publicly outspoken Christians in the history of American sports. Tim opens up about what it actually looks like
Why You Feel Stuck In Your Faith - Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down for a powerful and unfiltered Q and A covering some of the most real questions people wrestle with in their faith and everyday life. From wondering if you are truly hearing God’s voice to feeling the pressure of parenting and questioning if you are getting it right, this conversation goes straight at the things many pe
Your Mindset Is Shaping Your Life - Jon Gordon, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with 7x New York Times bestselling author Jon Gordon on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Jon Gordon didn't set out to become a bestselling author. He set out to survive. After losing his job, taking a second mortgage on his home, and maxing out $20,000 in credit cards to open a Moe's Southwest Grill in Jacksonville, Florida, he was crumbling from t
Finding Your Identity Beyond Football — Devin Lloyd, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of Built 4 More, Devin Lloyd sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a powerful conversation about faith, identity, and purpose just hours after signing with the Carolina Panthers in NFL free agency. Devin shares what it was like navigating the emotional roller coaster of free agency, leaving the Jacksonville Jaguars after four seasons, and stepping into a new chap
What To Do When God Feels Silent - Pastor Joby Martin, Denny Thompson & Joshua Broome
Pastor Joby Martin, Denny Thompson, and Joshua Broome dive into a wide range of questions about faith, purpose, identity, and what it means to follow Jesus in real life.This conversation explores some of the deeper questions many people wrestle with in their spiritual journey. Topics include trusting God when the future feels unclear, navigating seasons where God feels silent, and learning how to
Your Sin Doesn’t Define You - Joshua Broome, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Joshua Broome for a conversation about forgiveness identity and what it actually means to be free from your past. Joshua shares how growing up without a relationship with his father led him on a lifelong pursuit of affirmation acceptance and approval. That pursuit slowly shaped the decisions he made and the direction his life took as he chased pe
Your Calling Is Closer Than You Think – Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson answer one of the most common questions we receive: How do you know if you are living in God’s calling? And what if your job does not feel “spiritual” at all?From welders to pastors, quarterback trainers, and business owners, this conversation dives into the truth that your calling is not reserved for a stage. It is
Faith That Fights On - Jake Olson, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
At 12 years old, Jake Olson woke up from surgery knowing he would never see again. After battling cancer for most of his childhood, doctors had run out of options. Removing his remaining eye was the only way to save his life. In an instant, everything changed. He went from being a normal middle school kid who loved sports to learning how to read Braille, relearn how to socialize, and figure out ho
When Suffering Becomes Calling – Dylan Mandell, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of Built 4 More, Dylan Mandell joins Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a powerful and hope filled conversation about unwavering faith and a life fully surrendered to God.Dylan faced cancer four times, but his story is not one of doubt or drifting faith. It is a testimony of a young man whose confidence in God only deepened through suffering. Pain did not cause him to questi
Why Growth Requires Accountability - Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Denny and Joby sit down for a raw Q&A on faith, work, leadership, and what it actually looks like to follow Jesus when life is demanding and you keep falling short. They talk about calling and career, why failure doesn’t disqualify you, and why repentance and responsibility are non-negotiable for growth.They go straight at leadership, coaching, fatherhood, influence, and integrity, why competence
Becoming the Man You’re Called to Be - Ty Kelly, Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Ty Kelly joins Built 4 More for a real conversation about faith, family, identity, and what it looks like to lead when life gets heavy. Ty is a Jacksonville local who went from being a baseball phenom where the game became his identity, to building a massive social media platform by making people laugh, and then learning the hard way that attention can’t be the thing that drives you. He opens up a
Trusting God When Life Does Not Make Sense - Lysa TerKeurst with Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode of Built 4 More, Lysa TerKeurst sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a raw and honest conversation about pain, betrayal, faith, and trusting God when life does not turn out the way you planned. Lysa opens up about walking through deep personal adversity, seasons of heartbreak, and the tension of loving God while wrestling with unanswered questions. This is not s
Jesus and Your Mental Health - Rebecca Maxwell, Pastor Joby Martin, and Denny Thompson
In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Maxwell for a powerful conversation on Jesus and mental health and why real growth requires both faith and intentional healing.Rebecca shares what led her into ministry and family therapy, how God shaped her calling, and the role she played in building The Church of Eleven22 Kids Ministry. We talk about why Christian therapy, rooted in a biblical worldview
You Can’t Do This Alone – Pastor Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Built 4 More is back with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a raw, honest conversation about real faith, real growth, and real change. This episode dives deep into the sin, repen, repeat cycle and why remorse alone never leads to freedom. Pastor Joby breaks down what biblical repentance actually means, how your mind gets renewed, and why wisdom, boundaries, and accountability matter if you
The Cost of Carrying Responsibility - Dr. Matt Carter, Pastor Joby Martin, and Denny Thompson
Dr. Matt Carter, pastor, church planter, and now part of the teaching team at The Church of Eleven22, joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a powerful conversation on what it truly costs to carry responsibility. From discipling Colt McCoy through a Heisman run at Texas to planting one of the fastest growing churches in the country, Matt’s story is one of calling, surrender, and learning
The Side of Fatherhood We Don’t Talk About Enough - DR Meadows, Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In this episode, we sit down with DR Meadows for a wide ranging conversation that moves between fatherhood, leadership, and life as a Savannah Bananas. DR Meadows reflects on what it means to be present as a father while navigating demanding seasons of work, life, and responsibility, sharing honest insight into how priorities shift when family comes first.We also recap the Savannah Bananas season
What Men Get Wrong About Marriage, Identity, and Calling - Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin sit down for a real conversation about football, marriage, leadership, and the identity that holds a man together. They start with the intensity of the college football season and the unexpected storylines from the playoff race, but the episode quickly shifts into the deeper places where most men actually live. Denny opens up about the season when his marriage
Rece Davis: The Real Story Behind College GameDay’s Voice | Denny Thompson & Pastor Joby Martin
Rece Davis sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for one of the most personal and meaningful conversations of his career. The ESPN College GameDay host opens up about the family roots, character, and convictions that shaped him long before he ever stepped onto a broadcast set. He reflects on the early sacrifices, the unexpected doors that opened, and the steady foundation that kept
Brad Nortman on NFL Journey, Getting Drafted & Fatherhood | Denny Thompson & Pastor Joby Martin
Join Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin as they sit down with Brad Nortman. Brad is a former Carolina Panthers punter, Wisconsin Badgers standout, ESPN Madison host, and devoted father.In this episode, Brad opens up about his journey from college football to the NFL, the moment he got drafted, and how his time in Carolina shaped him both on and off the field. He shares hilarious and powerful st
Tyler Wells | How God Used Pain to Reshape My Life
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tyler Wells sits down with Built 4 More to talk openly about loss, injury, identity, fatherhood, pressure, prayer, and the moment God completely redirected his life.In this conversation, Tyler shares the parts of his story most fans never hear, losing his mom at four years old, the defining game after his grandmother passed, the loneliness of the minor leagues, the anxiet
Vitor Belfort & Matt Corral | The Conversation That Changed Everything
When a UFC Hall of Famer and an NFL quarterback sit down to talk about faith, pain, and redemption, you get more than a sports interview. You get a rescue story. In this powerful Built 4 More episode, Matt Corral opens up about isolation, identity, and the moment everything shifted, when Vitor Belfort stepped in as a brother, mentor, and disciple and led him to Christ. What started as a 7 am worko
The Untold Story of Matt Corral - Mental Health, Faith, and Redemption
Matt Corral finally opens up about everything. The pressure, the pain, and the purpose behind his journey from five-star high school phenom to NFL quarterback to walking away from the New England Patriots with no plan and no peace. In this unfiltered interview, the former Ole Miss star and Carolina Panthers draft pick sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin to talk through the parts o
How God Used a Broken Neck to Redefine David Pollack’s Purpose
David Pollack, Georgia Bulldog legend and former ESPN analyst, joins the Built 4 More Podcast for one of the most powerful conversations yet. In this episode, David opens up about the moments that shaped his faith, his family, and his purpose far beyond the football field.He shares the inside story of his career-defining play at Georgia, the injury that ended his NFL career, and the transformation
Tyler Shatley | The Truth About Life After Football
Most NFL careers last three years. Tyler Shatley made it eleven.Undrafted. Overlooked. Undeniably consistent.Tyler has been in the trenches of the NFL for more than a decade through regime changes, new quarterbacks, coaching overhauls, and a lifetime of hits that would’ve broken most men. But through it all, he’s stayed grounded in his purpose, his discipline, and his belief that how you live mat
Stand Firm & Act Like Men - Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
Masculinity isn’t toxic. It’s just been twisted. In this episode, Pastor Joby and Denny sit down to talk about what it actually means to be a man and why Joby’s new book Stand Firm and Act Like Men: Becoming the Man You Were Created to Be Instead of Who the World Says You Are is a much needed message in a culture that’s confused about manhood.They talk about the real things: why so many men feel l
Chad Muma | The Side Of The NFL You Don’t See
What really happens when an NFL player gets cut, claimed, and has to move cities in 24 hours? Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Chad Muma sits down with Denny Thompson and Joby Martin to share the inside story of his sudden move to the Indianapolis Colts, the emotions of getting released, and the lessons learned on and off the field.Chad opens up about the moment he was told to “bring in your
Kyle Thompson | Building Strong Men in a Weak World
Kyle Thompson is the founder of Undaunted Life, a movement built to equip men to push back darkness by forging spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. What started in a closet studio has become one of the boldest platforms speaking into faith, masculinity, and culture today.In this episode, Kyle shares his story, from training in jiu-jitsu and navigating career changes to launching a brand bui
Maurice Williams | From Playing in the NFL to Shaping Young Men
Maurice Williams knows what it means to lead on and off the field. From playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars to becoming their team chaplain, and now serving as the head coach at Providence High School, Maurice’s story is marked by more than football, it’s marked by faithfulness.In this episode, he shares what it was like to play in Jacksonville, how he was called into ministry while still in the
How To Find Joy When Life Hits - Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
When life hits hard, through injuries, setbacks, guilt, or pressure, how do you hold onto joy that doesn’t shake? In this episode of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson break down the difference between happiness and lasting joy, and how it’s possible to walk through trials with peace, purpose, and resilience.They unpack what true discipleship looks like in everyday life, how gener
Mike Dragich | The Blue Collar Brawler, Marine Veteran & Rescued by Christ
You’ve seen him go viral tackling massive gators in the streets of Florida, but there’s a whole lot more to Mike Dragich than the alligator wrangler title.In this episode, Mike shares his story, how he went from serving as a Marine and fighting in MMA cages to becoming Florida’s most recognized alligator trapper. But beneath the viral clips and adrenaline is a man who’s been through so much more.
Colt McCoy | Texas Legend, NFL Veteran & Trusting God in Every Season
Colt McCoy’s story is one of talent, toughness, and total surrender. From a small town in West Texas to becoming one of the most decorated quarterbacks in University of Texas history, Colt’s football legacy speaks for itself. But this episode is about more than stats and stadiums, it’s about the faith that shaped him, the family he chose to prioritize, and the quiet strength it takes to walk away
Luke Parker | Baseball, The Bachelorette, CrossFit & a Life Built on Faith
Luke Parker’s journey has been anything but ordinary. From college baseball to national attention on The Bachelorette, he went from chasing a dream to being thrown into the spotlight, and the fire that came with it. Criticized, misunderstood, and labeled, Luke could’ve let the world define him. Instead, he let it refine him.In this episode, Luke opens up about the pressure of fame, the weight of p
Dave Campo | 40 Years of Coaching, Leadership & Lessons from the NFL
Dave Campo’s coaching career has spanned over four decades, from high school sidelines to college stadiums to the heart of the NFL. Best known for his time with the Dallas Cowboys during one of the most iconic eras in football, Campo served as both defensive coordinator and head coach, helping lead teams to Super Bowl victories and through seasons of tough transition.But what defines Coach Campo i
Logan Cooke | Gratitude, Fatherhood & Life Beyond Being a NFL Punter
Logan Cooke’s story is rooted in small town Mississippi, growing up hunting, crafting turkey calls in college, and dreaming of Saturdays in the SEC. That dream became a reality when he landed at Mississippi State, but it didn’t stop there. Now, as the longtime punter for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Logan has proven time and time again that he’s their guy.In this episode, Logan sits down to share his
Spencer Danielson | Building Men, Not Just Players at Boise State
Spencer Danielson’s journey to head coach of Boise State wasn’t handed to him, it was built through faith, grit, and a calling bigger than football. After joining the program as a graduate assistant, he worked his way up through the ranks with relentless energy, humility, and a deep conviction to lead the right way. Now as the head coach, he’s not just focused on wins, he’s focused on building men
Mike Brown | Outworked Everyone to the NFL
Mike Brown was never the most recruited, never the most talked about, but he was always the one who outworked everyone in the room. From Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Miami of Ohio, to earning his spot in the NFL as an undrafted free agent, Mike’s story is built on grit, discipline, and a deeper purpose.He shares what it was like being a defensive back in a linebacker’s body, constantly having to pro
Ike Boettger | Perseverance, Position Changes & Injuries
Ike Boettger’s football story is anything but ordinary. Born and raised in Iowa, he started his football career as a quarterback before eventually transforming into an NFL offensive lineman, a rare switch that speaks to his grit and adaptability. But his path wasn’t easy. From going undrafted to fighting through major injuries and roster changes, Ike has had every reason to quit, but never did.In
DR Meadows | The Unexpected Road to the Savannah Bananas
DR Meadows had just finished his final baseball game, hang up the cleats, and no idea what would come next. Two weeks later, he got the call that would change his life. That call came from the Savannah Bananas.Now known as “center fielder who backflips”, DR is a fan favorite with one of the most viral teams in baseball. In this episode, he shares his full story, growing up in small town Georgia, n
Carter Bradley | Letting Go and Letting God
Carter Bradley joins Built 4 More to talk about the quiet grind, the unseen moments, and what it really means to trust God with the unknown. A coach’s kid who was never coached by his dad, Carter carved his own path, through Toledo, South Alabama, and now onto the Las Vegas Raiders.After going undrafted, Carter signed with the Raiders, started on the practice squad, and eventually earned his spot
We’re All a Work in Progress - Joby Martin & Denny Thompson
In Episode 14 of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down for a real, honest conversation about life, faith, and calling. No guests this time, just two guys reflecting on what they’ve learned through past episodes, the questions that have stuck with them, and how they’re walking through real-life challenges today.They unpack the pressures of leading well, staying rooted in iden
Nathan Peterman | From NFL Struggles to Spiritual Strength
In this powerful episode of Built 4 More, NFL quarterback Nate Peterman joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for an honest conversation about faith, adversity, and what it truly means to lead with integrity, on and off the field.Nathan shares the highs and lows of his journey, from growing up a preacher’s kid to starting in the SEC, transferring to Pitt, and eventually making it to the NFL.
Webb Simpson | What Matters More Than Winning
Webb Simpson has seen it all, major wins, career pressure, losses & stress, but what grounds him isn’t golf. Webb gets real about what it looks like to live a life built on faith, not fame. "I can’t imagine doing this without knowing I’m loved by Jesus."He opens up about parenting, the shifting landscape of professional golf, and how the hardest moments often bring the deepest growth. Whether
Justin James | Long Drive World Champion on Pressure, Purpose & Identity
Justin James won the World Long Drive Championship with a 435-yard shot and thought everything would change. But when the phone didn’t ring and the spotlight faded, he was left asking: Is this really it?In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Justin opens up about chasing titles, carrying pressure, and learning that identity isn’t found in winning.This isn’t just a story about golf. It’s abou
Patric Young | Florida, Faith, and Finding Purpose When Life Changes Overnight
Patric Young had the kind of career most athletes dream of, Florida Gator standout, pro ball, a future in the game.Then everything changed.In this episode, Patric sits down with us to talk about growing up in basketball, what Florida meant to him, and how a single moment forced him to see life through a completely different lens.He opens up about identity, surrender, and how faith has carried him
Josh Wells | Surrender, Setbacks & a 10-Year NFL Journey
This episode isn’t about stats or highlight reels. It’s about what happens when your dream costs you more than you expected. When the pressure to perform replaces your identity. In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Super Bowl champion and 10-year NFL veteran Josh Wells joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a powerful conversation about faith, identity, and resilience.Josh shares
Jeff Kopp | From the NFL to the Front Lines
Jeff Kopp thought he had it all mapped out. Play in the NFL, retire, and move on. But God had a different plan.Jeff sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin to walk through his story: from linebacker in the NFL to leading a prison ministry, becoming a pastor, and now serving as a detective in the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office gang unit.He opens up about getting cut from the league, wre
Carson Beck | Georgia, Recovery, & Miami Football
Carson Beck opens up for the first time since his season-ending injury and transferring from Georgia to Miami.The former Georgia quarterback reflects on his time leading one of college football’s most dominant programs. He talks about the challenges of stepping into a high-pressure role, what it was like navigating the highs and lows of the season, and how his injury forced him to reset both physi
Austin Reed | Pressure, Purpose & His Journey to the NFL
We’re sitting down with Chicago Bears quarterback Austin Reed to talk about what it’s really like coming from the underdog position filled with setbacks, pressure, and trusting God even when the path doesn’t make sense.Austin opens up about being overlooked early in his career, fighting for a shot at college football, and stepping into the unknown on draft day. He shares the emotions, doubts, and
Payton Thorne | Pressure, Faith, & the NFL Draft Journey
From Michigan State to Auburn, Payton Thorne’s journey has been anything but easy. He’s led two major programs, faced the highs and lows of big-time college football, and now he’s stepping into a whole new challenge, the NFL Draft process.In this episode of Built 4 More, Payton opens up about how the rise of NIL has changed college football, what it’s like handling the pressure of big expectations
Anthony Richardson | Faith, Adversity & Staying True
From Gainesville to the NFL, Anthony Richardson’s journey has been defined by resilience, faith, and an unwavering commitment to being the best version of himself. After leading the Florida Gators and being selected 4th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, he stepped into the league with immense expectations. But his story goes beyond football.In this episode, Anthony shares what it takes to overcome ad
Brock Purdy | Faith, Football & Trusting the Process
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