John Koelliker is a young dad doing his best to care for his family while leading a growing startup as its founder and CEO. Much of the way he lives today comes from watching another dad—his own father, David Koelliker—who passed away in 2019 after battling a brain tumor for nearly a decade.

2:05- Consecration and Cancer
5:45- Confidence as a Missionary
7:41- Achievable Ends
11:30- The Act of Kneeling
13:16- An Entrepreneurial Itch
15:28- And Culture
17:30- A Champion of the Underdog
19:53- Failure and Faith
21:43- The People That Give Us Wings
25:30- Sports and Work
28:28- Leadership
31:12- What Does It Mean to Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I think the 'Be ye therefore perfect' has always felt like such an insurmountable challenge for all of us and I think it taught me that perfection in action certainly is but perfection in intent or in your heart is something that feels a little bit more attainable."

Links:
"Everyone Needs a Brain Tumor" by David Koelliker- https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Needs-Brain-Tumor-Koelliker/dp/0692993118

Leland- https://www.joinleland.com/

Kore Baseball- https://a.co/d/g3nmL7d

Forbes 30 Under 30- https://www.forbes.com/30-under-30/2023/education?profile=leland

Growing up in Madrid, Spain, Irene Caso dreamed of becoming a television broadcaster. That dream came true when she became an anchor and news director for Univision—but God had even greater plans. In this episode, Irene shares how her faith and her family's lifelong commitment to serve the Lord have guided her through every opportunity and challenge.

2:40- A Party or the First Missionary Lesson?
9:59- A True Love for the Gospel
12:12- Choosing a Mission
18:23- Univision
21:22- Meeting Mike
23:21- A Career Change
26:51- A Growing International Church
29:52- Juggling
33:45- Working With Women
36:18- A Message to Children
37:16- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"Isn't it wonderful that tomorrow we get a fresh opportunity to be better at that one thing we weren't so great at the day before? I'll take it."

Links:

Irene's "I Am a Mormon" video: I'm a Mormon, Mother, and Spanish Newscaster

Quick interview with Irene: Irene Caso: How we can rely on, and help, other women in our lives

In the 1984 Summer Olympics, Rowdy Gaines captured hearts around the world—and three gold medals in the pool. But for Rowdy, his Olympic triumphs are just one chapter in a much bigger story. In this week's episode, the legendary swimmer opens up about the moments that shaped him: the discipline of elite competition, the unexpected turns of life before and after gold, and the personal journey that led him to faith and family.

3:55- Discovering an Incredible Talent
7:05- An Olympic Boycott and Four More Years
11:14- Being an Olympian
15:00- Mental Vs. Medal
16:31- Finding True Love at a Gas Station in Vegas
20:50- Judy's Conversion
23:17- Rowdy's Conversion
29:32- Guillain-Barré Syndrome
31:23- USA Swimming Community
33:10- Feeling the Lord's Love
36:46- The Olympic Spirit
39:39- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I never said I was perfect in swimming but one thing I was, I was consistent. …Don't worry about being perfect, just worry about being consistent. And that's what I try to work on with the gospel is just trying to work on the consistency…"

Links:
Video of Rowdy's Olympic Individual Medal: 1984 Olympic Games - Men's 100 Meter Freestyle westnyacktwins•152K views•11 years ago

Arthur Brooks article (behind paywall): The New York Times https://www.nytimes.comScottie Scheffler raised questions about happiness and fulfillment. This ...

McKay Coppins piece following President Nelson's passing: The Atlantic https://www.theatlantic.comA Prophet's Diagnosis

Recent Editorial by Rowdy Gaines: https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/rowdy-gaines-i-stand-with-michael-phelps-im-fighting-too/

Grand Blanc Bishop following Michigan tragedy: Bishop of Michigan Congregation Speaks About Tragic Shooting Church Newsroom•84K views•3 weeks ago