Dan LaRock is a husband, a father, and a Principle and Shareholder with HUB Great Plains. He and his wife, Marie, are also the founders of Rock Ranch, a non-profit ministry that provides horsemanship training, riding lessons, senior programming and mental health counseling in a natural, Christ-filled setting. On this episode of The RESGEN Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Dan discuss how he processed and embraced the emotions of both grief and joy during the recent loss of his father, what prompted h...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Jon Skudlarek is a husband, father, follower and a regional supervisor for Tradehome Shoes, a shoe store that has locations all over the country, and that has been in business for over 100 years. On this episode of The RESGEN Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Jon discuss what it looks like out our faith in the workplace, how we can move away from a transactional mindset in our relationships (especially at home) and how we can be men who give life to our employees, co-workers and customers. The Giving...
Apr 21, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Clay Scroggins is a husband, father, author and devoted follower of Jesus. For the past 20 years, Clay has served in many pastoral roles at North Point Ministries in Atlanta, GA, and is now devoting is full time attention to both speaking and writing. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Clay talk about 4 simple habits we can do to quiet the noise in our world, leaving something stable and stepping out in faith towards something new, and so much more. The Giving Life Podcast: Conv...
Apr 07, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Sam Acho is a 9-year NFL veteran and current ESPN sports analyst. He is also an author, a two-time Walter Payton man of the year nominee, and the founder and president of Athletes for Justice. Most importantly, he is a husband, a father, and a devoted follower of Christ. On this episode of the RESGEN Giving Life Podcast, RESGEN Founder Tom Henderson and Sam talk about a lot of great stuff including the importance of “putting the bat away” and being kind to yourself, how every one of us is worth ...
Mar 24, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley have been married for 29 years and have 4 kids. Greg serves as the vice president of Marriage at Focus on the Family, and Erin is a licensed professional counselor and the strategic spokesperson for Focus on the Family’s marriage ministry. On this episode of RESGEN’s Giving Life Podcast, Greg, Erin and I talk about, you guessed it, marriage – specifically, we talk about the 10 things every woman wants from her husband. Get ready, there are some real gems dropped in this...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Jason Romano was an Emmy-Award winning Producer at ESPN for 17 years and is currently the host of the Sports Spectrum podcast, where he interviews athletes, coaches and others in the world of sports about their faith in Christ. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Jason talk about some of his favorite stories from his time at ESPN, the biggest hurdles he had to jump over in order to forgive his dad, and how the workplace is the perfect place for us to join the Lord in his work. Th...
Feb 24, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Jason VanRuler is a counselor, coach and speaker who owns Solomon Recovery, a private practice specializing in the treatment of intimacy, trauma and transitional concerns. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Jason discuss the most common relational issues couples are facing today and how to overcome them, how we can build resiliency in our kids so they are better prepared for being an adult and how we can take care of our mental health in a world that is filled with so much negat...
Feb 10, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Jeremy Brown is a husband, a father, and the founder of Throne Publishing – a company that has published over 400 books and whose mission is to empower people to tell their stories. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Jeremy talk about how we can successfully lead our families through times of difficulty and crisis, how hard times, if we allow them, can help us become better husbands and what a mindset of becoming 1% better each day can do for our lives. The Giving Life Podcast: ...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Dennis Thum is a husband, father, and grandfather, who has invested over 30 years of his life into the lives of thousands of college students as the campus pastor of the University of Sioux Falls. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Dennis discuss some of the most significant changes he has seen in college students over the last three decades, how men can wrestle with and figure out the role they are to play in God’s Kingdom and what he is doing to finish strong in the race God c...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 32
Coach Bob Young is a husband, father, grandfather, mentor for countless men, and the former head coach of the University of Sioux Falls Cougar football team – a team that he led to 6 undefeated seasons, 13 conference championships, and 1 national championship. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Bob talk about his passion for helping the young men he coached throughout his 22 years at USF, get wins both on and off the football field, how his faith in Christ helped him as he griev...
Dec 30, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 31
David Fergen is a friend of Tom's who first committed his life to Christ over 20 years ago. After graduating from college, while working in youth ministry, David fell into sexual sin which ended up dissolving, not only his ministry, but his marriage and other relationships as well. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, David and Tom discuss the restoration that took place his life – both with God and with others – and the steps that it took for that to happen. They also talk about the stru...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Walt Mueller is the founder and president of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding and has been working with young people and families for over 35 years. He is also an internationally recognized speaker and a prolific author on contemporary youth culture. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Walt and Tom talk about this ever-changing culture and the impact it is having on teens and families. Topics discussed include managing screen time, the rise of anxiety and mental issues amongst s...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Rich Merkouris is a husband, father, and pastor. He also serves on the board of Empower Sioux Falls – an organization focused on uniting ministries and churches in order to better meet the needs of those in poverty. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Tom and Rich discuss what we may not understand about poverty and those that struggle with it, the difference between a “hand out” and a “hand up”, and some simple steps we can take as men, that will help restore our community and give life...
Nov 18, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Rob Loane is a husband, a father, an author and the president of VantagePoint3 - a ministry that is focused on helping people discover who God is, who they are and what God desires to do through them. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, which is part two of the series, Rob and Tom focus their conversation on friendship – both with God and with others. They also talk about the importance of living a reflective life and why being in community is crucial for all of us. The Giving Life Podca...
Nov 04, 2021•38 min
Rob Loane is a husband, a father, an author and the president of VantagePoint3 - a ministry that is focused on helping people discover who God is, who they are and what God desires to do through them. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, which is part one of a two-part series, Rob and Tom focus their conversation on mentorship – what it is and what it isn’t, why it is so important, and why it truly is for everyone. They also talk about the best gift that we, as men, can give our loved one...
Oct 21, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Nate Blaylock is a husband, father, Certified Life and Recovery Coach and follower of Christ. In 2020, he and his wife Maggie launched Known Counseling Services where they provide counseling and coaching to individuals and couples with the goal of restoration, healing, and intimacy. On this episode of RESGEN’s Giving Life Podcast, Nate tells his story of how pornography almost destroyed his marriage, and about the impact that pornography is having on our marriages, kids and culture as a whole. H...
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Maggie and Nate Blaylock have been married for 15 years and have 3 kids ages 11, 9, and 5. Maggie is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and a Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist. Nate is a Certified Life and Recovery Coach. In 2020, they launched Known Counseling Services where they provide counseling and coaching to individuals and couples with the goal of restoration, healing, and intimacy. On this episode of RESGEN’s Giving Life Podcast, Nate...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Jason Wilson is a husband, a father, an author and the founder and CEO of the Yunion, a non-profit youth development organization in Detroit Michigan. As an expert in Emotional Stability Training®, he teaches males how to introspectively confront and conquer their negative emotions with composure. On this episode of RESGEN’s Giving Life Podcast, Jason and Tom discuss how we can both deal and heal with the hurt and pain in our lives, how we can learn to embrace our emotions as men and not run fro...
Sep 09, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Message from Tom on the wrap of Season 1 and plans for Season 2! The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others. Watch the video version on youtube - youtu.be/07OqLoshx5Y More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org
Jul 29, 2021•2 min
Terry Liggins is the founder of the Hurdle Life Coach Foundation and a founding member and advocate of the SD Coalition for Justice and and Equity. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Terry and Tom visit about how overcoming hurdles in his own life, including moving 17 times prior to the age of 18 and surviving neighborhoods saturated with drugs, violence and gangs paved the way for him to help others; how mentorship, education and coaching can help both today’s youth and adults deal wit...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Rick Melmer has been a teacher, a superintendent of schools in 3 states, the dean of education for the University of South Dakota and the Secretary of Education for the State of South Dakota. He is also the founder of Leadership South Dakota – a highly respected program that trains individuals for leadership positions at the community, state and national levels. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Rick and Tom talk the guiding principles that helped shaped Rick’s leadership philosophy th...
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Reed DeVries is a husband, father, grandfather, pastor and business leader whose influence has impacted thousands around the world. He has also been a friend, father figure and mentor of RESGEN founder Tom Henderson for over 30 years. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Reed and Tom talk about how dads can successfully navigate the different stages of their kids’ lives, how he was able to break free from his addiction to pornography and how powerful our words truly are – not just in othe...
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 20
LECRAE is a Multi Grammy Award-winning platinum selling artist, a New York Times best-selling author, and the Co-Owner and President of Reach Records. On this episode of RESGEN’s Giving Life Podcast, Lecrae and Tom discuss how to stay on mission while being the target of disapproval from critics, how to deal with the fear of making the same mistakes that our dads may have made, what communities and churches that desire unity amongst people groups need to have in place to see that fulfilled and s...
May 20, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Mike Goodwin is a refreshingly funny comedian and speaker who uses his ability to merge leadership and laughter to leave people and places better than he found them. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Mike and Tom discuss the shift that happened in Mike’s mind and life when his identity became less about what he did and more about who he was, how laughter helps our work culture and overall lives, and how professional counseling played a significant role in dealing with the pain from his...
May 06, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 18
John Thune is a husband, father, grandfather, and is one of two Senators for the state of South Dakota. He also serves as the minority whip in the US Senate. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Senator Thune and Tom talk about so much great content including what compelled him to run for office and serve in politics, the impactful role that his dad played in his life, and how his faith and knowledge of the Word of God helps him deal with the negative things that are printed, tweeted and ...
Apr 22, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Ted Cunningham is an author, comedian and founding pastor of Woodland Hills Church in Branson, MO. In addition to pastoring, Ted also invests in marriages all over the country at Date Night Comedy events and through his online resources, Helping Couples Win. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Ted and Tom talk about so much good stuff including the gift of being able to pastor the same church for almost 20 years, the importance of being intentional in our marriage (and how we do that) an...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 16
John Garrick is a speaker, the founder of Eternal impact and has been a ministry and personal friend of RESGEN founder Tom Henderson for over 20 years. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, John and Tom talk about what God taught him as he was lying in a hospital bed after a horrific motorcycle accident, how we can all live out our faith wherever we are and what it means to live a 3D life. The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others. W...
Mar 25, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Sam Acho is an NFL player, author, speaker and humanitarian. He is also a two-time Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee and the vice president of the NFL players association. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, RESGEN founder Tom Henderson talks with Sam about how he dealt with setbacks like injuries and roster changes, how his identity in Christ has helped him throughout his career and what prompted him to write his newly released book, Let the World See You: How to be Real in a Wo...
Mar 11, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Tommy Woodard and Eddie James, otherwise known as THE SKIT GUYS, have been best friends since high school where they were the class clowns who had everyone laughing and then managed to make a career out of it – a career where they have been teaching God’s word, all over the world, using comedy and drama for over 25 years. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, The Skit Guys and RESGEN founder Tom Henderson talk about how they overcome the fear of trying new things and the biggest adjustment...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Chris Broussard is an award-winning journalist for FOX Sports, a published author and the founder of the K.I.N.G Christian Men’s Movement. On this episode of The Giving Life Podcast, Chris and RESGEN founder Tom Henderson have a lively discussion about how he grew his career without losing his family, the most effective ways we can reach others for the Lord in the workplace and what it is going to take for us to truly be unified as the body of Christ. And of course, we talk a little bit about sp...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 12
