David Carter interviews John Blaze, owner of BlazeCertified and On-Air Personality at 104.9 The River. For more information about john, visit https://blazecertified.wordpress.com/bio/

In this episode, we are joined by Desmond Reid Jr, executive chef at The Asterisk Supper Club in Westerville, Ohio. Desmond talks about all of the hard work he put in in order to succeed in his craft and how it paid off, even when times were hard.

Join us in this episode as we dive into an enlightening conversation with Kevin King, GM of Byers Imports (by the Airport!) Kevin is a man of deep faith, family devotion, and an infectious passion for music. Starting his journey as a junior high student rocking the bass guitar with his band, Kevin's life has been a symphony composed of relationships that have shaped and enriched his existence. We'll explore how Kevin's passion for music has interwoven with his personal life, leading him to a life-altering relationship and eventually settling down to raise a beautiful, blended family. After a 25-year hiatus, Kevin strikes the chords once again, rekindling his bond with music and proving that relationships with our passions evolve but never fade. Additionally, we talk about how their relationship was built over Cars! In this heartfelt conversation, we reflect on the importance of maintaining and investing in our relationships, whether they be personal or shared through common passions. So, tune in and get inspired to cherish and cultivate the relationships that add rhythm and melody to your life's journey.

David Carter and Bishop Eugene Bellinger are friends who have known each other for over 20 years. Bishop Bellinger is a renowned speaker, teacher, trainer, and developer for church growth strategies, relationship fundamentals, and business procedures. He also serves in business, academic, economic, sports, medical, and mental health communities. David was surprised to learn that Bishop Bellinger is also a referee. Bishop Bellinger explains that he got into refereeing after watching his grandson's basketball games and seeing that the coaches were not treating the kids well, nor were the parents, and the officiators were not kind to the children. He decided to become a referee in order to make a positive change in the sport. The speaker, an educated psychologist and experienced referee, has a self-care project which is fish shading four months out of the year. He also took on coaching basketball, and was determined to improve the situation he saw which was coaches treating the players poorly. He decided to get certified and educated in the States, and applied all of his knowledge in psychology and sociology as well as business principles on the floor. He set the best example for the coaches, not becoming like them, and made sure that the kids could trust him. He also told the kids to make the referee their best friend on the floor. He understands the kids and their behaviour, and so he is not quick to call technical fouls. This conversation is about the importance of having a good character when playing basketball. It is not enough to be an amazing player, as one must also show good character traits to make it in the professional ranks. Factors such as facial expressions, body contour and how one responds to referees are all taken into account. Referees have a designated primary area of coverage which they must stay true to, and not let any negative comments or calls against them defeat them. In this way, they must have a strong sense of self and be able to handle adversity. This is an important lesson that can be applied to other areas of life such as work and church. Timestamps 0:00:11 Conversation with Bishop Eugene Bellinger: Refereeing, Education, and Church Growth Strategies 0:02:19 Heading: Refereeing as a Self-Care Project: Changing the Narrative on the Basketball Court 0:04:10 Refereeing: Teaching Life Principles and Developing Young Athletes 0:05:36 Heading: Character Assessment in Professional Sports Interviews 0:07:15 Heading: Refereeing in the Church, Business, and Financial Worlds: A Conversation with Bishop J.T. 0:11:43 Heading: Pre-Game Referee Meeting: Anticipating Fair Treatment of Star Players 0:13:33 Collaboration and Communication: Principles for Success in Any Walk of Life 0:14:54 Conversation between Bishop John Williams and Pastor Kenny on Leadership Development 0:16:44 Heading: Mental Health in the African American Church and Community 0:21:19 Discussion on Dissociative Identity Disorder and Dysfunctionality 0:23:16 Conversation on Addressing Dysfunctionality in the Church 0:25:15 "The Role of the Church in Healing from Alcoholism" 0:27:27 Conversation on the Need for a Collaboration of Common Sense, Money Sense, Human Sense, and Reality Sense in the Kingdom of God 0:33:51 Discussion on the Necessity of a Comprehensive Examination for Church Leadership 0:35:22 Heading: "Catalyzing Positive Change in the African American Pentecostal Church" 0:43:10 Heading: Reflection on Critical Race Theory and the Legacy of the Next Generation 0:45:13 Interview with Bishop David Bellinger and Pastor David Carter on Experiences at White School and Heart Health

🎙️ Get ready for Episode 3 of The Catalyst Podcast! 🚀 This week, we're honored to have Bishop Mel Griffin, a true champion of the people, joining us for an inspiring conversation. With over 38 years of experience as a motivational speaker, a 45-year career in radio broadcasting, and tireless dedication to community service, Bishop Mel Griffin has positively impacted countless lives in Columbus, Ohio and beyond. 🌟 In this episode, we'll explore Mel's journey, his passion for empowering the youth, and the lessons he's learned from years of working with people from all walks of life. Prepare to be inspired by his wisdom, compassion, and unwavering commitment to making a difference. 💪 Don't miss this incredible conversation! #TheCatalystPodcast #BishopMelGriffin #ProvokingPositiveChange #CommunityChampion #Episode3

Welcome to the show notes for Episode 2 of The Catalyst Podcast. In this episode, host David Carter interviews Jackie Kemp, founder of Lead The Way Learning Academy, as they discuss Jackie's inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and becoming an agent of change. In this episode, you'll learn about: Jackie's upbringing as the seventh of eight children, losing her mother at a young age, and being raised by her grandmother. Jackie's decision to join the military after high school, which she credits as the best thing that ever happened to her. The role of discipline in Jackie's life, both from her grandmother and her time in the military. Jackie's pursuit of higher education, earning an associate's degree, a bachelor's degree, and eventually a master's degree. The challenges and triumphs Jackie faced as a single parent of two children. Jackie's spiritual journey and discovering a personal relationship with God. How Jackie became a self-employed entrepreneur and founded Lead the Way Learning Academy. The mission and impact of Lead the Way Learning Academy, which provides youth development, leadership, and workforce development opportunities for students from kindergarten to 12th grade. Join David and Jackie in this powerful conversation that highlights the importance of resilience, discipline, and faith in overcoming life's challenges and becoming a catalyst for positive change. Tune in to Episode 2 of The Catalyst Podcast to be inspired by Jackie's story and learn about the incredible work she's doing through Lead the Way Learning Academy. Timestamps 0:00:00 Conversation between David Carter and Jackie Kemp on Overcoming Adversity and Finding Success 0:02:37 Reflection on Military Service and Grandmother's Influence 0:07:53 Reflection on 21 Years of Military Service and the Journey to Self-Employment 0:10:28 Self-Employment, Military Service, and Lead the Way Learning Academy 0:16:18 Lead the Way's High School Program: Supporting Young People's Transition During COVID 0:18:07 Encouraging Young People to Reach Their Potential 0:20:25 Leadership and Community Activism with High School Students 0:24:29 Pre-Apprenticeship Programs and Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal 0:26:37 Lead The Way: Bridging the Gap for At-Risk Youth Through Work Readiness and Life Skills Training 0:30:34 Interview with Jackie Kemp, Founder of Lead the Way: Provoking Positive Change for Young People

Pastor David Carter welcomed Pastor Mark Hampton to the Catalyst Podcast to discuss positive change and how to be a catalyst of change. Pastor Mark Hampton shared his upbringing with a family of twelve, with his father being a sharecropper and his mother never graduating from high school. He discussed the sacrifices his parents made so that he and his siblings could have better opportunities than they did. He shared how there is a need to turn the page back to the past and bring those examples forward into the current day. Pastor Mark also mentioned his initiative that he is working on to provoke positive change.

David Carter get's you set for his new series, The Catalyst Podcast. The Catalyst bridges cultural, belief, and ideological divides, fostering meaningful dialogues and connections. From social issues to personal growth, The Catalyst is your source for inspiring stories, compelling interviews, and transformative ideas that empower you to create change in the world.