For All Seasons is a Christian pop/worship band out of Southern California. The band is comprised of Emily Hamilton (lead vocals, guitars, keys), Johnny Hamilton (drums), Jeff Luckey (guitars, keys, vocals), and Randy Charlson (bass, guitars). The guiding vision for their band is: "our ability to create music isn't rooted in our circumstances or our emotions, our gifts or our talents. We worship, not because of how we feel or what we're going through; we worship because of who God is. He has pro...
Oct 18, 2017•2 hr
In this conversation, Adam and Thane discuss relevant issues in this stage of life as Up & Comers. From the importance of prioritizing well, to the benefit and balance of introspection, to the process of change, to risk assessment and management, and much more. This is a light-hearted discussion, but one that will stimulate much thought and introduce some new perspectives on issues we all face. For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/portugal Time-Markers: 1:30 - Adam...
Oct 04, 2017•1 hr
In this episode Adam takes off the gloves and throws down some real talk. It's not everyday that you have deep conversations about things that matter, but this is one of those times. We all go through trials, we all doubt and experience cynicism and hopelessness at some point, and we all are seeking the Good Life. That's one thing this show is built on. We are trying to learn how to live a good life. But too often we pretend to have it all together. If you don't have it all together, this episod...
Sep 27, 2017•46 min
For the past 12 years Shannon Hurley has been living as a missionary in Uganda with his family. He founded SOS - Sufficiency of Scriptures - Ministries in 2002 as a way to support mission work in a more tangible way. Four years after beginning SOS, Shannon, his wife, and six children all transplanted to Uganda to make it their new home. Sufficiency of Scripture Ministries is a faith-based organization that exists solely for impacting the people of Uganda with the gospel. Its strategy for impact ...
Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 26 min
The Up & Comers T-Shirts are officially live! Go to cottonbureau.com/shop to buy your very own. But hurry! It is a limited release sale that is only available for two weeks, so don't take too much time to think about it. During the rest of the episode, Thane and Adam share what they have been learning in life, and how the things they are pursuing - from book-writing, to home-owning, to financial-planning, and golf-playing - are all providing valuable lessons and opportunities for personal gr...
Sep 06, 2017•39 min
This episode is a fun, three-way conversation with Adam, Thane, and Josiah Zimmerman. The main topic at hand is announcing the launch of the Up & Comers T-shirt, that will be dropping in the coming weeks. You are going to want to get your hands on at least one of these, as they are a limited edition production. They also spend some time discussing JZ’s thought-process behind the logo design and branding work he’s produced for the show. Afterwards, each co-host gives their take on the importa...
Aug 30, 2017•22 min
David Jonathan "J. D." Drew is a former American Major League Baseball right fielder. He is a left-handed hitter, and began his major league career in 1998 with the St. Louis Cardinals. He also played for the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Boston Red Sox where he won a World Series in 2007 and was an All-Star in 2008. He has two brothers, Stephen and Tim, who have also been major league players. Before playing professionally, J.D. was the winner of the 1997 Dick Howser Trophy and the 1...
Aug 16, 2017•1 hr 46 min
Jeremy Davis is Co-CEO and Founder of The Kerrigan Davis Group, a financial planning firm based in Valdosta, GA. He is married and has two children, including his son Noah who has cerebral palsy. In this interview, Jeremy shares his story on how he ultimately became a financial advisor. He talks about many of the struggles along the path, including learning what real work is on the family farm, working under four different companies in under five years, and learning how to raise a son with speci...
Aug 02, 2017•1 hr 51 min
In this special episode recorded from Adam's car, Thane and Adam share an exciting opportunity for the Up & Comer community, as well as some teasers on developments in the works. During the second half of the show, they discuss what it means to be an "Up & Comer", and what this characteristic entails. To see the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/carisode Time-Markers: 4:00 - Our Exciting Announcement 9:00 - Our Time in Savannah, GA 12:30 - What It Means To Be An Up A...
Jul 19, 2017•26 min
In this episode, Adam and Thane record their first book review episode. And what a book to talk about! When Breath Becomes Air is the story of Paul Kalanithi - a man who was fascinated with the pursuit of finding meaning in life. He began his journey to find life's meaning in literature and human intellect. After seeing the fallacy of all knowledge and no experience, he redirected into the medical field (and specifically neurosurgery) in order to experience suffering and death firsthand. Near th...
Jul 12, 2017•55 min
This is Chandler's second appearance on The Up & Comers Show (see episode #3 for more of her background and bio). During this conversation, Chandler shares her perspective and experience on the massively important topics of Singleness and Social Media. In the current social age we live in, these are issues faced by us all. Chandler provides a mature understanding of the importance of intention in all that we do. In the midst of the serious discussions, there are plenty of laughs shared by al...
Jun 28, 2017•1 hr 30 min
Sarah Long is a 26-year-old nurse who is about to embark upon her second voyage with Mercy Ships - a missions organization that provides the world's largest civilian hospital ship, giving care to those without it in Africa and other needy regions. In this conversation we get to learn how Sarah found her calling through trials faced as she was a child. We talk about common struggles nurses face, the benefit of summer camps as a kid, how dealing with death changes you, how to think about missions ...
Jun 14, 2017•1 hr 26 min
Peter Peitz is a man who has lived a full life, and isn't near done. From his childhood in WWII Germany, to the cultural exposure in his young adulthood, to the success in business that catapulted him into a long-standing career - Peter is the definition of a "life well lived". This episode is the first a series of interviews that we hope to do with Peter. It covers many topics, ranging from the benefit of work, to developing a healthy tolerance, to how we can properly assess ourselves, to how h...
May 31, 2017•1 hr 41 min
If you're looking for a good laugh, this light-hearted episode will provide it. In this casual conversation with Bryant Wiens, we talk about cherished memories from past lives, and get to hear what Bryant has learned throughout his 26 years of life so far. Working in the construction field and being a superintendent at a young age, Bryant has a lot of insight and practical wisdom that he was able to share throughout this episode. It was a fun, interesting, and encouraging discussion that you don...
May 24, 2017•1 hr 8 min
In this discussion, Thane and Adam define what fear is and what it entails, followed by talking through personal illustrations of fear in their own lives. They talk about how a fear of man impacts our daily lives and what a proper fear of God really means. Fear is an issue we all face, so conversations like this are healthy and therapeutic, as well as enlightening to help reveal the areas we battle fear in our individual spheres. For the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/fea...
May 10, 2017•1 hr 3 min
In this quarter-of-a-century episode (25th), Adam and Thane discuss what life has been like for each of them the past month and the lessons they have learned along the way. They also talk about how this podcast has helped them grow personally. For the full show-notes, go to theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/life Time-line: 6:00 - Update on Adam’s Life 17:00 - Update on Thane’s Life 27:15 - Diversity of Life Experience 37:30 - Reflections on First 25 Episodes...
Apr 26, 2017•48 min
Lizzie Effinger is a 25 year-old girl living in southern California who has battled (and beat!) cancer from 2010-2013, and again in 2015. Now she is learning to live with Chronic Graft vs Host Disease, as she strives to be a testimony of God's goodness, a good steward of her health with nutrition, and ultimately thrive. In this episode we hear the story behind her two-fold battle with cancer, as well as the many perspectives she can provide on suffering, depression, gratitude, and joy. It is an ...
Apr 12, 2017•2 hr 5 min
Wyatt Sosey is a fellow Up & Comer living in the PNW. He attended The Master's College with Thane and Adam, studying business, and then worked for a business consulting firm in Seattle after graduating in 2015. Currently, he is on an adventure with his wife (and dog) traveling the U.S. (and Europe) in a renovated trailer. This episode is a three-way conversation on a wide range of topics. It is thought-provoking and is guaranteed to stimulate your mind, perspective, and beliefs! For the full...
Mar 29, 2017•1 hr 40 min
Rick Dempsey is currently the Senior Vice President of Disney Character Voices and has been working in that department since its creation in 1988. Along with his robust career in the animation film industry, he lives a successful life on all fronts - from his family, to his faith, and even in personal development. In this interview we hear about his journey to his current job, stories from his childhood, advice for the upcoming workforce, what it means to have a "personal brand", and much more. ...
Mar 15, 2017•1 hr 23 min
In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss the question of what it means to learn by discussing their view of education as a whole, the philosophy behind systems of learning, and ending with practical tips and methods to improve your own learning habits. This episode is as important as it is long, and it is a topic that is obviously near and dear to their hearts, as it should be for all Up & Comers! Be sure to check out the full show-notes at: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/learning Timeline: ...
Mar 01, 2017•1 hr 7 min
In this interview with Austin Duncan, we discuss his path to ministry, the process of maturing as a Christian, the unique times we live in, advice for young adults, and much more. There is plenty of jest and laughs are had by all. Austin has served in student ministry for over a decade. After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico, he moved to Los Angeles to attend The Master's Seminary in 2005. After serving as the junior high and high school pastor, he now serves as...
Feb 15, 2017•58 min
In this episode, Adam and Thane discuss the usefulness of Evernote, what effective communication entails, and provide an update on their lives. To see the full show-notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/evernote Time Markers: 3:30 - Thane’s trip to Thailand 12:00 - Adam’s newsletter change / Information Overload 22:40 - Evernote Shtuff 40:00 - Communication
Feb 01, 2017•57 min
Courtney Roberts is currently the Director of Marketing at The Giving Keys - based out of the Art's District in Los Angeles, CA. In this interview, we cover a wide array of topics from the role of sports in childhood, advice for college students, how to develop into a leader, why confrontation is essential to relationships, what work/life balance looks like, and much much more. This was one of the most inspiring and information-rich episodes to date, so you don't want to miss it! For the full sh...
Jan 11, 2017•1 hr 52 min
In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss what they have learned from the first four months of The Up & Comers Show, as well as an update on what 2017 will hold. For the full show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/reflectisode
Dec 28, 2016•41 min
Greatness is often desired but rarely defined. Sure it can sound great, but what does it look like when played out in real life? How can we cultivate the habits needed to live a "great" life? In this episode, Thane and Adam discuss what characterizes "Greatness" from the world's perspective and then from God's perspective. For a full breakdown of the show notes, visit theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/greatness...
Dec 14, 2016•49 min
Reading is ESSENTIAL to being an effective, intellectually sound, culturally diverse, and linguistically robust human being. The goal of this episode is to convince the listener of this fact (and yes it can be considered a fact due to the overwhelming agreement of humans since books became mainstream). Thane and Adam cover their definition of why reading is important, as well as comparing the different styles and intent of reading. They discuss the books each prefer and end by giving their perso...
Dec 07, 2016•52 min
Taylor Reynolds was referred to by Adam as "the smartest dude I know", and in this interview you will see why. Taylor is currently a student at Washington University in St. Louis, MO where he is studying American history. He is not only an intellectual, but also an entrepreneur and has begun several ventures already at a young age. In this interview, we delve into an array of topics ranging from parenting, to the comparison of Christianity and other worldviews, to following your dream versus the...
Dec 01, 2016•1 hr 46 min
Happy Thanksgiving! This is a special episode to debrief Adam's trip to Geneva and catch up with our personal lives some before we settle down this weekend to give thanks for all God is doing in our lives. We talk about travel, culture, setting goals, picking yourself back up after disappointment, and other super important shtuff. If you want to see the pictures from Adam's trip, check out the full show notes here: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/thanksgiving...
Nov 23, 2016•55 min
Why habits are important Habits are what make up our lives, and the reason LOOKING at them is so important right now is because we are at the Up and Comers stage of life. If we don't focus on what defines our life, we will fall into one of two alternatives: Detachment and surrender - “do my time”; “the system can’t be changed”; “don’t have enough responsibility to make an impact”; minimal effort required to cash the paycheck - mentality Overly ambitious and scatterbrained - “get rich quick”; “fo...
Nov 09, 2016•52 min
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” - Amelia Earhart Definition Decision-making is..".In psychology, decision-making is regarded as the cognitive process resulting in the selection of a belief or a course of action among several alternative possibilities.” (Wikipedia). Decision-making is either... 1. The gut-level response we have to choose one path over another (System1). 2. The active, critical-thinking process of applying wisdom to several options i...
Nov 02, 2016•52 min
