Exploring The Prophetic With Shawn Bolz

Welcome to Exploring the Marketplace, the podcast where faith meets real life and real work. Hosted by Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson, we bring you unfiltered, powerful conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and culture shapers who are living out their faith in extraordinary ways.From billion-dollar boardrooms to creative industries, we dive deep into how God is moving through everyday people—just like you—bringing purpose, transformation, and supernatural insight to the marketplace.Whether you're a business owner, creative, professional, or just looking to step more boldly into your calling, Season 5 is packed with stories that will inspire you, challenge you, and build your courage to pursue God’s voice in your career and life. These are the stories you don’t hear on the news—but they’re the ones changing the world.

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson welcome professional artist and one of only nine Master Penmen in the world, Jake Weidmann. Certified through IAMPETH in 2011, Jake holds the honor of being the youngest Master Penman by three decades—and the youngest ever to achieve the title. His peers have created works for the White House, Queen Elizabeth, and even the Pope, but Jake’s journey has uniquely blended calligraphy with fine art, painting, drawing, woodworking, and engraving.Jake shares how faith shaped his career from the very beginning, even when industry professionals warned him not to make it explicit. Instead, leaning into his relationship with Jesus led to surprising opportunities, including his celebrated hymn series. He also opens up about overcoming struggles with self-doubt, impostor syndrome, and the “starving artist” complex, and how God has redeemed his perspective of calling.In this conversation, Jake reveals stories of marketplace miracles—from divine provision of mate

Today on Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson:We’re joined by Eric L. Dunavant—not your typical financial strategist. Eric is the architect behind the Kingdom ROI Method, a groundbreaking framework designed to help families fight back against what he calls the Greatest Wealth Heist in History. He’s also the bestselling author of At the Bistro with Bob, a heartfelt book about investing in what truly matters.Eric opens up about how God used his mentor Bob Prichard to transform his view of money, legacy, and purpose—teaching him that God’s lessons are deeply personal and powerfully applicable. Bob modeled what it looks like to walk with peace and integrity in a world full of uncertainty, showing Eric how to trade a mindset of fear and scarcity for one rooted in God’s abundance and shalom.Eric also shares a deeply personal story of his daughter’s miraculous survival in the NICU—where doctors said her only hope was prayer. Through it all, he learned the power of living with an attitude of grati

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Elise Boggs—leadership professor, consultant, coach, and owner of Elise Boggs Consulting, a boutique firm dedicated to building high-performance leaders and teams. Elise’s first book, Lead Anyone!!Elise shares her powerful journey of transitioning from full-time ministry into the marketplace, taking a leap of faith that transformed into a calling. She reveals how prayer, supernatural insight, and discipleship have become her greatest tools in coaching executives and shaping leaders—many of whom don’t share her spiritual background, yet experience transformation through her work.In this episode, Elise opens up about:✨ A personal struggle with certain personality types that God redeemed, leading to breakthrough in her coaching practice.✨ Miraculous marketplace moments, including losing (and then regaining) her biggest client in a way that expanded her influence and business capacity.✨ How her faith journey—including the miracle of her d

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Dr. Philip Nation, VP-Publisher at Thomas Nelson Bibles. With a rich background as a pastor, church planter, professor, and author (*Habits for Our Holiness*), Dr. Nation shares how his faith has guided him through both ministry and the business side of Christian publishing.Now leading a Bible imprint within a global, for-profit company, Philip opens up about the tension between spiritual leadership and corporate responsibility, the challenges of pride, and the supernatural increase in Bible sales. His story is a powerful testimony of aligning marketplace work with Kingdom purpose.Tune in for an inspiring conversation on hearing God in business, surrendering to His process, and walking in humility even at the top.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: Sh

Join Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson as they interview Mike Thakur, an award-winning CEO, adventurous entrepreneur, and author with an incredible journey at the intersection of business, purpose, and impact.From co-founding an internet company before Google was a household name to leading $100 million sales teams and working with billionaire secret service operations, Mike’s career is a testament to bold decisions and innovative thinking. Now based in Tennessee, Mike is passionate about blending business and technology to bring meaningful change to communities.As one of Houston’s "Most Admired CEOs," a two-time Guinness World Record participant, and the author of Mike Drop, Mike shares how entrepreneurship can be a powerful tool for Kingdom impact. Through his coworking business and nonprofit, Hope Economy, Mike has spearheaded projects like building children’s homes, water wells, and feeding programs—distributing over $11 million in food in Houston alone!Mike also opens up about the lessons he’s learned through bo

Today on Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson: Join us as we interview Kurt Avery, founder, president, and owner of Sawyer Products. From humble beginnings mucking horse stalls at age 12 to leading a company that gives away over 90% of its profits annually, Kurt’s story is a testament to faith, perseverance, and divine direction.Kurt shares how Sawyer Products grew from supplying sunblock to troops during Operation Desert Shield to becoming a global leader in creating disease-free water solutions, impacting over 28 million lives worldwide. He opens up about navigating high-stakes moments, relying on God’s wisdom, and walking in faith—even when the path seemed uncertain.Discover how Kurt’s guiding principles of integrity and prayer have shaped his journey and why having a "Big God" sometimes means stepping out into the unknown. This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone pursuing their purpose, trusting God with their business, and wanting to make a global impact.Tune in for this inc

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Kevan Chandler, a remarkable storyteller and advocate who has redefined life with spinal muscular atrophy. Diagnosed with this rare neuromuscular disease, Kevan shares his incredible journey of faith, friendship, and resilience. In 2016, Kevan’s friends carried him across Europe for three weeks in a backpack, leaving his wheelchair behind—a transformative experience that revealed the power of love and community in action.Kevan, a TEDx and Google speaker, is also the founder of the nonprofit We Carry Kevan and a passionate writer. He opens up about the profound ways God has worked in his life, from miraculous provisions for his ministry to moments of personal growth and faith in the face of challenges.Tune in to hear Kevan’s inspiring story, his reflections on relying on God’s strength in his career and calling, and the lessons he’s learned about grace, love, and walking out his faith in everyday life. You won’t want to miss this heart

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz turns the tables, placing Bob Hasson in the hot seat for an insightful conversation about prioritizing time and life.Bob Hasson is a businessman, author, consultant, and podcaster. As the Founder and CEO of HPCI, a painting subcontractor he established in 1978, Bob has over four decades of experience in leadership and business. He has also served as a consultant and board member for churches, ministries, nonprofits, and schools. Bob’s books, Business of Honor (co-authored with Danny Silk) and Wired to Hear (co-authored with Shawn Bolz), reflect his commitment to blending faith and practical wisdom.In this episode, Bob opens up about how a medical emergency involving his wife forced him to reevaluate his priorities, slowing down to focus on what truly matters in life. He discusses the pressures many face in ministry and the workplace that lead to burnout, and how critical it is to prioritize God, family, and self-care.Join Shawn and Bob for a compelling dialogue p

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Stephen Diaz, the visionary entrepreneur behind The Rainmaker Family, ranked #148 on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies. Stephen shares how his faith and prophetic insight have guided his journey in business and life, leading to groundbreaking success in e-commerce while maintaining a family-first approach.From moments of radical generosity that broke financial strongholds to prophetic words that led to miraculous outcomes, Stephen opens up about trusting God as his ultimate provider. Alongside his wife Chelsey, he’s built a business rooted in spiritual intelligence (SQ) and divine guidance, using dreams and prophetic wisdom to navigate tough decisions, partnerships, and growth strategies.Be inspired by Stephen’s incredible story of resilience, faith, and divine provision, and discover how God is moving in the marketplace to shape businesses with Kingdom impact. Don’t miss this faith-filled and empowering conversa

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Bryan Dulaney, a top marketer, funnel expert, and founder of Perfect Funnel System.Bryan’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. After a near-death experience in 2003, he discovered his God-given purpose and has since generated over $500 million in online revenue, helping others share their stories, scale their expertise, and leave a legacy. Recognized by Tony Robbins and Russell Brunson as one of the top marketers in the world, Bryan shares how faith, obedience to God’s guidance, and perseverance have shaped his life and business.From overcoming betrayal and setbacks to becoming a top affiliate for Tony Robbins and building an 8-figure business, Bryan’s journey is a testament to the power of listening to God’s voice and acting on it. This episode is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical insights for anyone looking to align their business and purpose with God’s plan.Don’t miss this powerful conversation!RSS: https://bit.ly