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Welcome to Going Big! — the podcast where we share the stories of people who have truly gone big in their own lives. Hosted by Kevin Gentry, Going Big! has consistently ranked as a top podcast on iTunes in its category and has earned multiple national honors, including the 2024 MarCom Gold Award for Non-Profit Podcast, the 2024 Viddy Gold Award for Non-Profit and Marketing Podcast, the 2025 Viddy ... more

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On this special episode of Going Big!, released on March 16 -- Wichita's "316 Day" -- Wichita Mayor Lily Wu joins host Kevin Gentry for a conversation about civic leadership, immigrant grit, and what it looks like to “go big” as a true outsider.

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Recent Guests

Lily Wu
Mayor of Wichita, Kansas
City of Wichita
Episode: Going Big with Mayor Lily Wu: From Learning English at 8 to Leading a Major American City
Andy Kessler
Regular columnist for the Wall Street Journal, author, and technology investor/analyst
Wall Street Journal / Hedge fund founder
Episode: Going Big with Andy Kessler: Productivity, Profits, and Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Asha Curran
CEO of Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday
Episode: Going Big with Asha Curran: Building GivingTuesday into a Shared Culture of Generosity
John Yates III
The Reverend and rector of Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Episode: Going Big with John Yates III: Faith, Leadership, and the Digital Age
Father Robert Sirico
Catholic priest and co-founder of the Acton Institute
Acton Institute
Episode: Going Big with Fr. Robert Sirico: Faith, Freedom, and the Formation of a Life’s Calling
Aditi Goel
Executive Director of the Sixth Amendment Center and former public defender
Sixth Amendment Center
Episode: Going Big with Aditi Goel and David Carroll: Taking On America’s Hidden Justice Crisis
David Carroll
President and Founder of the Sixth Amendment Center
Sixth Amendment Center
Episode: Going Big with Aditi Goel and David Carroll: Taking On America’s Hidden Justice Crisis
Rand Paul
United States Senator and physician
U.S. Senate
Episode: Going Big with Dr. Rand Paul: Independent Leadership from the Operating Room to the Senate Floor
Dr. Michael Crow
President of Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Episode: Going Big with Dr. Michael Crow: Redesigning the American University

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Kevin Gentry
Host of Going Big!

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Real Stories of Bold Leadership

    Going Big! is such an inspiring and substantive podcast. Kevin Gentry brings depth and thoughtfulness to every conversation, drawing out the real stories behind big impact, the risks, the pivots, and the defining moments. I appreciate that it goes beyond surface-level success and explores leadership, innovation, and personal drive in a meaningful way. If you’re looking for grounded inspiration and practical wisdom from people who’ve truly built something remarkable, this show absolutely delivers... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Kwong
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kevin is the real deal!

    Kevin Gentry has long been a leader in the nonprofit fundraising industry — connecting prospective donors with ambitious visions and mentoring fellow fundraisers along the way. I’m excited to see the conversations and projects these podcast episodes inspire.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FeaturesFan04
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it!

    Great new podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veryveryveryfunny
    United States2 years ago

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Going Big with Asha Curran: Building GivingTuesday into a Shared Culture of Generosity
Q: How has data influenced Giving Tuesday and donor engagement over time?
Data demonstrated a year-over-year net lift in giving, showed that giving on Giving Tuesday often precedes and boosts December contributions, and reinforced the value of everyday donors as the backbone of philanthropic impact.
Going Big with Bo Ghirardelli & Nicolas Cary: Sky’s the Limit and the American Dream
Q: What encouragement would you have for would-be entrepreneurs?
Join our community, participate, learn, come with an open mind, and we will be there to help support your journey.
Going Big with John Yates III: Faith, Leadership, and the Digital Age
Q: What advice would you give to someone looking to go big in their faith as Lent approaches?
Yates suggests that addressing life's big questions during Lent can cause significant personal reflection and growth.
Going Big with John Yates III: Faith, Leadership, and the Digital Age
Q: What did you learn from your time with John Stott that influences your approach to ministry today?
Yates emphasizes the profound influence of John Stott's example of humility, curiosity, and the power of living out one's work well as mentorship.
Going Big with John Yates III: Faith, Leadership, and the Digital Age
Q: How would you say you've gone big with respect to a life devoted to your faith?
Yates speaks about going deep rather than seeking fame, focusing on building a strong foundation for community and ministry over time.

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The show features in-depth conversations with leaders across business, philanthropy, technology, academia, religion, and public policy who have pursued bold ideas and big impact. Episodes center on leadership, innovation, and practical strategies for navigating rapid change, with guests sharing origin stories, lessons learned, and actionable guidance for listeners aiming to scale ideas, drive social impact, or advance in their careers. Noteworthy are the breadth of fields, a focus on real-world problem solving, and the host's emphasis on purpose-driven ambition over mere hype, making it appealing to aspiring entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and policy influencers.

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Recent guests on Going Big! include:

1. Lily Wu
2. Andy Kessler
3. Asha Curran
4. John Yates III
5. Father Robert Sirico
6. Aditi Goel
7. David Carroll
8. Rand Paul

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