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THE MAKING OF ME
Hosted by Aro Benaiah Kehinde · EN
“THE MAKING OF ME” is a podcast that explores the real experiences that shape who we become; the struggles, the lessons, the turning points, and the moments we usually keep to ourselves.
You’ll love this show if you enjoy honest storytelling, personal growth, and conversations that help you reflect on your own journey. Each episode breaks down simple but powerful truths about life, identity, and becoming better, one step at a time.
It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s made for anyone who’s growing, evolving, or finding their way.
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How One Step of Faith Changed Everything: Gary Janzen's Journey from Pastor to Global Mission Leader | The Making of Me
4d ago00:30:34Tap to summarizeWhat if one moment of obedience could change the course of your entire life — and the lives of thousands around the world?In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Gary Janzen — Executive Director of the International Church Mission Service — shares the remarkable story of how he walked away from comfort and certainty to answer a single, life-altering calling rooted in Genesis 12:1.From youth pastoring in Canada to planting churches and supporting 86 missionaries across 50 countries, Gary's journey is a testament to what happens when you say yes to faith — even when the path ahead is unclear.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The moment Gary heard the call from Genesis 12:1 and what made him choose obedience over comfortWhat it really cost him to leave a stable, comfortable life in ministry to step into the unknownHow one step of faith led to planting churches and mobilizing 86 missionaries across 50 countriesThe role of trust, risk, and surrender in building a global ministry from the ground upWhat Gary has learned about purpose, calling, and obedience after years on the mission fieldHow Gary's story can help you discern and respond to your own God-given callingIf you've ever felt the pull toward something greater but fear has kept you from saying yes — Gary's story will remind you that faith always rewards the obedient step.🔗 Support the ministry or connect with Gary: https://www.icms.org/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it moved you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one step of faith you took that completely changed the direction of your life?#Faith #MakingOfMePodcast #GaryJanzen #Missions #Leadership #Obedience #ChristianFaith #Podcast #GlobalMissions #Purpose #Calling #Inspiration #Transformation #Resilience #Motivation
Transcribe →Finding Everyday Joy: How to Notice the Good in a Busy World with Peg Guilfoyle | The Making of Me
5d ago00:21:48Tap to summarizeWhat if joy wasn't something you had to chase — but something you just had to learn to notice?In this beautiful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, award-winning author Peg Guilfoyle shares how the simple, deliberate act of paying attention can help us rediscover everyday joy — even in the middle of busy, messy, difficult seasons of life.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How simple acts of noticing can completely shift the way you experience your everyday lifeThe powerful connection between curiosity, creativity, and joy — and how to cultivate all threeHow Peg balanced a full, busy life while staying rooted in wonder and beautyPractical tips for slowing down and paying attention in a world that never stops movingThe story behind her Midwest Book Award-winning book An Eye for Joy and what inspired itHow to start seeing the world through new eyes — no matter how ordinary your day feelsIf you've been rushing through life and missing the moments that matter most — this episode will gently slow you down and remind you where joy has been hiding all along.🔗 Sign up for Peg's joyful essay series & explore her work: https://pegguilfoyle.com/🔗 Follow Peg on Instagram: http://instagram.com/peg_guilfoyle_author/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one simple everyday moment that brings you genuine joy?#EverydayJoy #MakingOfMePodcast #PegGuilfoyle #AnEyeForJoy #Mindfulness #Podcast #Curiosity #Creativity #Inspiration #SlowDown #PersonalGrowth #Gratitude #Transformation #Wellness #Motivation
Transcribe →How Overcoming "You Can't" Turned Rejection into a Creative Superpower: Zac Baldwin | The Making of Me
5d ago00:19:22Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the world keeps telling you "you can't" — and you decide to create anyway?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Zac Baldwin shares how a lifetime of rejection didn't break his creative spirit — it became the very fuel that powered it. From struggling through dance classes to writing powerful female action heroes in Hollywood, Zac's story is one of stubborn persistence, relentless creativity, and an unshakeable refusal to compromise his vision.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Zac turned a lifetime of being told "you can't" into his greatest creative superpowerThe real story behind his journey from rejection and self-doubt to writing for HollywoodWhy stubborn persistence is often the most underrated ingredient in any creative careerHow embracing hard work and discomfort became the foundation of his creative processThe powerful message behind writing strong female action heroes and why representation mattersWhy staying true to your vision — even when the industry says no — might be the most courageous act of allIf you've ever been told you're not enough, not talented enough, or not the right fit — Zac's story will remind you that rejection is just redirection in disguise.🔗 Get the book The Legend of Johnnie Swann: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-legend-of-johnnie-swann-zac-baldwin/1147862102📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one "you can't" moment in your life that ended up pushing you toward something greater?#Rejection #Creativity #MakingOfMePodcast #ZacBaldwin #Hollywood #Persistence #Podcast #LegendOfJohnnieSwann #Resilience #CreativeSuperpower #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration #Storytelling #Motivation #Transformation
Transcribe →Turning Adversity into Opportunity: The Inspiring Story of Nakia Navarro | The Making of Me
6d ago00:21:06Tap to summarizeWhat happens when life keeps handing you setbacks — do you fold, or do you build something out of the wreckage?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Nakia Navarro — author, entrepreneur, educator, and single mother — shares how she turned every closed door into a blueprint for something new. From building nonprofits from the ground up to starting businesses, earning two master's degrees, and raising children all at once, Nakia didn't wait for opportunity — she created it.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Nakia built nonprofits and businesses from scratch by creating what she could not findWhat it really looked like to raise children, run organizations, and earn two master's degrees simultaneouslyThe role of faith and resourcefulness in turning her biggest setbacks into her greatest fuelHow she navigated the unique challenges of being a single mother and entrepreneur at the same timeWhy Nakia learned to turn heartbreak into humor — and how that shift changed everythingThe hard-earned wisdom she wants every person facing obstacles to walk away withIf you're in a season of setbacks and wondering how to turn the pain into purpose — Nakia's story will move you, motivate you, and show you exactly what's possible.🔗 Explore Nakia Navarro's work & books: https://www.nknavarro.com/🔗 Connect with Nakia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AUTHORNK📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one adversity in your life that ended up opening a door you never expected?#Adversity #MakingOfMePodcast #NakiaNavarro #Entrepreneurship #SingleMother #Faith #Resourcefulness #Inspiration #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #Opportunity #WomenInBusiness #Transformation #Motivation
Transcribe →Overcoming Loneliness and Finding Faith: Desiree Taylor's Journey with Hearing Loss | The Making of Me
1w ago00:23:03Tap to summarizeWhat happens when your world sounds different from everyone else's — and the silence feels like it's swallowing you whole?In this heartfelt episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Desiree Taylor shares her deeply moving journey navigating progressive hearing loss from childhood — and how isolation, depression, and a painful encounter with legalistic religion almost kept her from discovering the freedom and faith that would ultimately heal her.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:What it was really like growing up with progressive hearing loss and feeling different from the world around herHow isolation and depression took hold — and what finally broke through the silenceThe painful impact of legalistic religion and how it almost pushed her away from faith entirelyHow Desiree discovered a true, living relationship with faith beyond rules and religionThe moment she found real hope, healing, and purpose on the other side of her painWhat Desiree wishes she could tell her younger self todayIf you've ever felt alone in your struggle, misunderstood by the world around you, or trapped by religion without relationship — Desiree's story will remind you that healing is possible and freedom is real.🔗 Connect with Desiree Taylor & find more resources: https://www.arenewedcreation.com/🔗 Connect with Desiree on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desiree-taylor-536827199/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it touched your heart🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one thing that carried you through your loneliest season?#HearingLoss #Faith #MakingOfMePodcast #DesiréeTaylor #Loneliness #MentalHealth #Healing #OvercomingAdversity #Podcast #ChristianFaith #Transformation #Hope #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration
Transcribe →How Surviving a Near-Fatal Car Accident Gave My Life New Purpose: Emillio Rodriguez's Story | The Making of Me
1w ago00:31:16Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when you survive something that should have killed you — but the hardest battle is the one happening inside?In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Emillio Rodriguez opens up about surviving a devastating car accident at just 16 years old — and how the years that followed became a journey through guilt, depression, and a deep search for purpose.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How Emillio survived a near-fatal car accident at 16 and what the emotional aftermath really looked likeWhy guilt and depression can outlast physical wounds — and how Emillio found his way throughThe role that family, friends, and mentors played in carrying him through his darkest momentsWhy healing often starts not with grand gestures but with someone simply showing up and seeing your potentialHow Emillio rebuilt his identity and found new purpose on the other side of traumaThe SPACE framework — Emillio's powerful model for building trust and meaningful human connectionIf you've ever felt lost after a life-altering moment, or wondered how to truly show up for someone in pain — this episode will move you and give you the tools to connect more deeply.🔗 Learn more & download Emillio's practical guide: https://www.emilliorodriguez.com/🔗 Connect with Emillio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilliorodriguez/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it moved you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — Who showed up for you during your darkest season, and what did that mean to you?#SurvivorStory #MakingOfMePodcast #EmillioRodriguez #Resilience #HumanConnection #MentalHealth #OvercomingAdversity #Trauma #SPACEFramework #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #Healing #Purpose #Motivation #Inspiration
Transcribe →How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age: Chad Betz's Story of Redefining Success | The Making of Me
1w ago00:22:08Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when you've done everything "right" — and still feel completely unfulfilled?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Chad Betz — author of The Authentic Successor — shares the pivotal moment sitting alone in a parking garage that changed his life forever, and how he redefined success to finally serve his values, not just his resume.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why outward achievement isn't always enough — and what to do when it isn'tHow to conquer sunk cost thinking and reinvent your life at any stageThe daily habits and mindset shifts that made a lasting difference for ChadPractical actions to get unstuck TODAY no matter where you're starting fromWhy it is never too late to redefine what success means to youInsights from Chad's book The Authentic Successor on living a life true to your valuesIf you're feeling stuck or wondering if it's "too late" to make a change — this conversation will give you fresh hope and a clear plan to start moving forward.🔗 Learn more about Chad Betz, his book & free resources: https://www.anauthenticsuccess.com/🔗 Connect with Chad Betz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadcbetz/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one moment that made you question whether you were living true to your values?#Reinvention #Success #PersonalGrowth #MakingOfMePodcast #ChadBetz #AuthenticSuccessor #Podcast #Mindset #SunkCost #LifeChange #Fulfillment #Authenticity #GetUnstuck #NeverTooLate #Transformation
Transcribe →How to Replace Anger with Love: The 30-Day "Role of Love" Transformation | The Making of Me
1w ago00:33:15Tap to summarizeWhat if just 30 days of intentional, daily acts of love could completely transform your mindset, your relationships, and your life?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Paul Zolman shares the simple yet powerful "Role of Love" system — a daily practice that helped him move from anger and criticism to genuine connection and kindness in just 30 days.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How the Role of Love system works and why 30 days is all it takes to shift everythingThe powerful connection between daily acts of love and lasting emotional transformationHow to break negative cycles of anger and criticism that damage relationshipsWhy intentional kindness is one of the most powerful tools for healing a difficult pastHow this practice builds emotional intelligence and deepens your connections with othersHow to make a positive impact on everyone around you starting with one small daily actWhether you're struggling with anger, relationship challenges, or simply want to become a kinder, more connected version of yourself — this episode will give you a simple, powerful system to start today.🔗 Get the book, free downloads & more resources: http://www.roleoflove.com/🔗 Connect with Role of Love on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/roleoflovedice📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one daily act of love that has transformed a relationship in your life?#RoleOfLove #EmotionalIntelligence #Transformation #Healing #MakingOfMePodcast #PaulZolman #Podcast #Kindness #Anger #Love #DailyHabits #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #Inspiration
Transcribe →From Army Lieutenant Colonel to Novelist: Kenneth Webb's Journey of Reinvention | The Making of Me
2w ago00:17:00Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to reinvent yourself after 33 years of military service — and start an entirely new chapter as a novelist?In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Kenneth Webb — retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel and debut author — shares how childhood challenges, faith, and decades of military service forged the resilience that ultimately led him to write his psychological thriller Trapped in Deception.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:How 33 years of Army service and multiple deployments shaped Kenneth's character and resilienceThe powerful role of childhood challenges and faith in forging his unshakeable mindsetWhy Kenneth left his contractor's life behind to pursue his dream of becoming a novelistHow he rebuilt his life and pursued his goals after trauma and major life transitionsThe story behind his debut psychological thriller Trapped in DeceptionWhy Kenneth firmly believes it is never too late to start over and reinvent yourselfWhether you're a veteran, a career changer, or simply someone ready to begin a bold new chapter — Kenneth's story will inspire you to take that first step toward reinvention.🔗 Find out more about Kenneth Webb & his work: http://kenwebb69.com/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it inspired you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one bold reinvention you've made in your life that you're most proud of?#Reinvention #MilitaryVeteran #MakingOfMePodcast #KennethWebb #NeverTooLate #Podcast #PsychologicalThriller #TrappedInDeception #Author #ArmyVeteran #Faith #Resilience #NewChapter #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration
Transcribe →How Cross-Cultural Couples Can Build a United Front in Marriage | The Making of Me
2w ago00:28:01Tap to summarizeWhat happens when two different cultures, two different families, and two different worlds try to become one?In this practical and deeply insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Pesa Shayo — co-founder of Live Your Best Marriage — draws from his own personal experience to share how cross-cultural couples can overcome cultural clashes, loyalty conflicts, and communication hurdles and build a truly united marriage.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why cultural clashes and loyalty conflicts are among the biggest challenges cross-cultural couples faceHow to stop fighting each other and start facing life's pressures as a unified teamPractical strategies for setting healthy boundaries with families from different cultural backgroundsHow to improve communication when you and your partner see the world differentlyThe powerful art of honoring both cultures while building a stronger relationshipActionable tips to build a united front that makes your marriage unshakeableWhether you're in a cross-cultural marriage or simply navigating differences with your partner — this episode will give you the tools to face the world as one.🔗 Learn more about Pesa Shayo: https://pesashayo.com/🔗 Connect with Pesa Shayo on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pesashayo/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it helped you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one cultural difference you and your partner have had to navigate together?#CrossCulturalMarriage #MarriageAdvice #MakingOfMePodcast #PesaShayo #LiveYourBestMarriage #Podcast #CouplesGoals #Communication #CulturalDifferences #Boundaries #Relationships #Unity #MarriageCoach #Faith #Transformation
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