Kingdom Factor Collective

The Promise That Changed Everything

Jannine Prokop was laid off after 20+ years in semiconductor manufacturing—and experienced more peace than ever before. In this conversation, she shares how God turned a 25-year-old promise to write a book into an invitation to trust, the costly lesson of not listening to God when choosing a spouse, and how daily obedience transformed uncertainty into purpose. From tithing miracles to foster care, discover what it means to rest in God's timing.

Obedience Over Outcomes

Constantine Antonopoulos shares how surviving a dissolving marriage, losing a home, and years of isolation became the foundation for a mindset coaching ministry called Lost and Souled. Based on the article by Apryl Morin. Read the full article here: [insert link]. Learn more about Constantine's books 'Off the Top of My Head From the Bottom of My Heart' and 'I Chose You, Mommy' in the article.

Watch Your Six with Spiro

Spiro Demetriadi — military veteran, martial arts trainer to 100K+ law enforcement and military, and spiritual warfare teacher — shares how losing everything led him to his true calling. From the Gracie jiu-jitsu mat to the Spiritual Combatives Master Class, this conversation will change how you think about the battle for your mind. Full article: 'Watch Your Six: How Spiro Demetriadi Is Training Warriors to Win the Battle for Their Minds' by Apryl Morin. Resources at spiritualcombatives.com and actcert.com.

Drumsticks to Dream Jobs

Justin Pohlmann went from touring drummer to reluctant entrepreneur — and found his true identity along the way. In this episode, he shares how losing his music career led to a years-long journey through fog and false starts, ultimately landing him in HR, talent acquisition at LOPA, and founding Resound Coaching. Based on the article by Apryl Morin: https://kingdomfactorcollective.com/drumsticks-to-dream-jobs

Let Go of the Why

Anne Wooten left nearly 50 years in accounting at 63 to become a Certified Christian Life Coach. In this episode, she shares how people-pleasing, buried wounds, and a wilderness season led to radical surrender — and a calling she never saw coming. Read the full article by Apryl Morin: [link in show notes]. Connect with Anne on LinkedIn or at her website to learn about her 5F coaching framework, books, and weekly newsletter.

Born a Light: Faith in the Marketplace

Deepak Alick is a fourth-generation Christian and Senior Sourcing Merchandiser in southern India. In this episode, he shares a legacy of miraculous faith — from his great-grandfather's conversion to his mother's cancer healing — and what it means to carry that faith into a demanding global marketplace. Full article: 'Born a Light' by Apryl Morin.

Shattered Career, Global Mission

Based on the article 'From Shattered Career to Two Continents: How Elaine Lankford Let God Build Something Bigger' by Apryl Morin. Elaine Lankford shares how losing her nurse practitioner career to political pressure became the foundation for She Steps Forward — a coaching and nonprofit ministry now operating in the US and Kenya. Full article linked below.

A Million Disciples: Mark Rowan

Mark Rowan, founder of SheepFeast, shares how a West Virginia sheep farm, a prayer-born goal of one million disciples, and a principle called the 2,000 Cubit Rule shape his faith-integrated CRM platform. Full article by Apryl Morin: https://kingdomfactorcollective.com/mark-rowan-sheepfeast | Learn more at sheepfeast.com

JJ Shawver: When Identity Breaks, Faith Rebuilds

JJ Shawver, former world-class gymnast and Division I football player, shares his journey from high-performing athlete to opioid addiction after losing his father, and how the intersection of neuroscience and faith helped him rebuild his identity. Now leading Always Developing Leaders, JJ teaches that wounded doesn't mean disqualified. Full article available at kingdomfactorcollective.com

From Chef to Health Insurance Advocate

Dan Maher left a 12-year culinary career—including roles at Cheesecake Factory and launching Troy Aikman's restaurant—to become a health insurance broker. In this conversation, Dan shares how faith led him to trade burnout for a calling that serves small businesses while prioritizing family and integrity. He discusses his approach to finding better coverage, the power of challenging assumptions, and what it means to live out faith in business. Based on the article by Aundre Blasingame.