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25/09/2025

In this episode, Coach Tom Peterson shares the philosophy that has shaped his life and his players: true success comes when everyone works together.

Tom never believed in the shouting, aggressive style of coaching. Instead, he chose a different path, fostering independence, trust, and self-motivation in his athletes. For him, leadership isn’t about one person shining; it’s about a group achieving something greater together.

With humility, Tom reminds us that sometimes we all need help, whether from our community, our teammates, or the Lord Himself. Because in the end, the real victories aren’t just wins on the scoreboard, they’re the lessons learned in unity, love, and collective effort.

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23/09/2025

In this episode, Tom Peterson opens up about his and his wife Cheryl’s journey with family and connection.

Though they weren’t able to have biological children or adopt, Tom and Cheryl discovered a different kind of family, one built through coaching, mentorship, and unconditional love. Over the years, the athletes Tom has coached have become like sons to both of them. For Cheryl, whose nurturing heart has always longed for children, the hugs, the “love you’s,” and the bonds formed with these young men have become the sweetest rewards.

This conversation is a tender reminder that God’s plan often unfolds in unexpected ways. And when we choose to embrace love, support, and connection, we may discover that family can be created in places we never thought to look.

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18/09/2025

In this episode of the What Now Podcast, I sit down with veteran volleyball coach Tom Peterson to explore his remarkable career and the principles that shaped his life’s work. From humble beginnings in Utah, where boys’ volleyball wasn’t yet recognized, Tom carved his own path, eventually leading teams at Penn State, BYU, and Southern Virginia University to national championships.

Tom shares how faith, unity, and a deep sense of purpose guided his coaching philosophy. Whether breaking California’s dominance in men’s volleyball or building programs from the ground up, he focused on more than athletic success—creating family-like bonds through traditions such as weekly family home evenings and teaching his players to grow as men of integrity and faith.

Beyond the victories, Tom reflects on his true legacy: mentoring young men, being a father figure to those in need, and showing that leadership is about building lives, not just winning games. His story is one of vision, heart, and lasting impact both on and off the court.

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11/09/2025

At first, Gentri chased what was popular—trying to fit the mold. But what they discovered changed everything.
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In this episode, we dive into the moment they stopped following trends and started following their passion—and how that shift not only shaped their music but began touching lives in powerful ways.
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If you’ve ever wondered where true creative fire comes from—or how music can become more than just sound—this one’s for you.

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09/09/2025

In my interview with Casey Elliott this week, I shared a story about my Roman Catholic neighbor in Boston, who grew up listening to the Tabernacle Choir on the radio starting back in the 1930s. Though from a different faith tradition, she and her family were deeply moved by the music—it became a part of their spiritual life.
It’s a beautiful reminder that music has the power to transcend religious lines and bring us together as one Christian family. Gentri’s journey reflects that same spirit—music rooted in faith, passion, and a desire to uplift others.

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04/09/2025

Gentri Tenor, Casey Elliot, shares how their music brings hope, healing and inspiration to the world.

In this episode of the What Now Podcast, I sit down with Casey Elliot, founding member and tenor of the group Gentri, to talk about his journey of faith, music, and purpose. Gentri’s music isn’t just cinematic pop. Their music often feels like a soundtrack for the soul — rich in harmony, emotionally stirring, and anchored in values of hope, faith, and human connection.

Casey opens up about the mentors who influenced his path, the encouragement of his wife in launching his career, and the soul-stirring mission behind Gentri music. He also reflects on the impact of authenticity—why the songs that resonate most deeply are those rooted in faith and truth—and shares touching stories of listeners whose lives have been changed by their music.

We also talk about the challenges and blessings of balancing family, faith, and music while staying true to a higher purpose. With upcoming albums, tours, and a 10th anniversary residency at Hale Center Theater, Gentri continues to inspire audiences worldwide. This conversation is an uplifting reminder of the power of music to heal, connect, and speak directly to the soul.

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28/08/2025

In this episode, Portia Louder opens up about the turning point in her battle with addiction. After realizing she couldn’t overcome it on her own, she turned to her father, who gently encouraged her to seek help from their bishop.

Portia recalls walking across the street and, with raw honesty, introducing herself as a drug addict in need of guidance. Instead of judgment, her bishop offered compassion, inviting her to take simple steps: read her scriptures, pray, and come to church. Though difficult at first, those small acts opened the door to healing and lasting change.

Her story is a reminder that vulnerability is not weakness—it’s a bridge. By opening up about her struggles, Portia found redemption, strength, and the courage to rebuild her life with faith at the center.

✨ New episodes every two weeks!

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26/08/2025

She was drowning in addiction, crushed by guilt, and convinced she was failing as a mother.

One night, she collapsed on the floor, sobbing, believing her children deserved better than her.

But then, her 8-year-old son knelt beside her. He told her she was beautiful. That she was his mom. That she was more than the darkness she felt.

In that moment, she began to see herself through his eyes… and through God’s eyes.

Sometimes, all it takes is one voice of love to remind us who we really are.

✨ New episodes every two weeks!

🎧Listen on Apple Podcast:
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22/08/2025

In this episode of the What Now Podcast, I sit down with Portia Louder to share her extraordinary journey of hardship, resilience, and redemption. From growing up in a loving but chaotic home, to becoming a mother as a teenager, battling addiction, and serving time in federal prison, Portia’s story is one of raw honesty and profound transformation.
Amid loss and brokenness, she discovered healing through faith in Jesus Christ, the power of the Atonement, and the structure she once lacked but found even behind prison walls. Her experience reshaped her identity, restored her family, and gave her a new purpose: to bring hope and healing to others who feel forgotten or judged.
Today, Portia is an author, coach, and advocate who uses her voice to strengthen individuals and families, proving that no one is beyond the reach of grace. Her testimony of love, faith, and second chances will inspire anyone who has ever struggled to believe in their own worth.

✨ New episodes every two weeks!

🎧Listen on Apple Podcast:
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14/08/2025

When the missionaries first visited her family, she was just 12 years old. What started as a simple friendship soon became something more, an invitation into a faith that would change everything.

It was during that time, surrounded by loving Young Women leaders, that she came to understand her divine identity: I am a daughter of God.

Even in the absence of an earthly father, she chose to lean into the love of her Heavenly Father. And that decision became the turning point in her life.

If you’ve ever struggled to believe you are loved, let this remind you:
You are His. And that means you have infinite worth.

✨ New episodes every two weeks!

🎧Listen on Apple Podcast:
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