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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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In this episode of Going Big!, host Kevin Gentry sits down with former Vice President Mike Pence for a conversation about faith, conviction, public service, and the moments that test a leader’s character. Pence reflects on his journey from a young De... more

In this episode of Going Big!, host Kevin Gentry talks with Kip Woodward, a Canadian business leader, investor, and public-policy advocate whose career has spanned family enterprise, ranching, health care governance, and reform efforts around some of... more

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Human trafficking and exploitation are often hidden in plain sight. In this episode of Going Big!, host Kevin Gentry sits down with Rev. Becca Stevens, founder of Thistle Farms, to explore how one home for five women became a survivor-led movement se... more

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Most people spend their lives trying to escape work. David Bahnsen thinks that’s a tragedy — and a recipe for emptiness.

In this episode of Going Big!, host Kevin Gentry sits down with David, founder and CIO of a wealth management firm overseeing mo... more

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Recent Guests

Kip Woodward
Business leader; investor; president of Woodcorp Corporation; chairman of Second Street (public policy organization in Canada)
Woodcorp Corporation; Second Street
Episode: The Entrepreneur Who Challenged Canada's Healthcare Monopoly with Kip Woodward
Becca Stevens
Reverend; Founder of Thistle Farms and Center for Restorative Justice
Thistle Farms; Center for Restorative Justice
Episode: How Love and Enterprise Are Rescuing Thousands with Becca Stevens (Thistle Farms)
David Bahnsen
Founder and Chief Investment Officer of the Bahnsen Group, wealth management leader
Bahnsen Group
Episode: Why Retirement Culture Has Work Backwards with David Bahnsen
Adrien Lewis
Founder and CEO of CarePortal
CarePortal
Episode: How CarePortal Has Served 600,000+ Children and Families with Adrien Lewis
Paul Atkins
Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Episode: Going Big with Paul Atkins: Why Public Companies Have Been Disappearing—and What Comes Next
Heather Rice-Minus
President and CEO of Prison Fellowship
Prison Fellowship
Episode: Going Big with Heather Rice-Minus: Hope Behind Bars and the Power of Second Chances
Arthur Brooks
Public policy scholar, author, and happiness researcher
Harvard/AEI
Episode: Going Big with Arthur Brooks: Finding the Meaning of Your Life in an Age of Emptiness
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

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Kevin Gentry
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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 States2 months 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!

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How Love and Enterprise Are Rescuing Thousands with Becca Stevens (Thistle Farms)
Q: What has helped the model scale from a single house to a national network and beyond?
Becca explains the shift from housing to a vertically integrated model that includes social enterprise, scalable partnerships, and an aligned network, with a focus on sustainable margins and global collaboration (e.g., Rwanda partnerships) to expand impact.
How Love and Enterprise Are Rescuing Thousands with Becca Stevens (Thistle Farms)
Q: How did Becca decide to pursue the priesthood and how does faith inform the work at Thistle Farms?
Becca describes her path from math and theology to ordained ministry, explaining that love, faith, and a practical, humane approach to healing guide both the organization's mission and its emphasis on empowering women to become healers and leaders.
How Love and Enterprise Are Rescuing Thousands with Becca Stevens (Thistle Farms)
Q: Is there somebody at Thistle Farms whose story illustrates what the model can accomplish for individuals?
Becca shares a resident who came in after extreme trauma, rose to leadership within the organization, and now directs residential services while also pursuing higher education and helping others in the program; the story underscores how healing can translate into community leadership and systemic impact.
Going Big with Paul Atkins: Why Public Companies Have Been Disappearing—and What Comes Next
Q: Well, kickoff question: what do you see as your role as the chairman of the SEC and the role of the SEC?
The SEC's job is to provide material information through disclosure so investors can decide what to buy, hold, or sell, while avoiding overregulation; we aim for minimal but effective regulation, protect against conflicts of interest, and modernize disclosure for a dynamic market.
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.

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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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1. The Art of Manliness
2. The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk
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Recent guests on Going Big! include:

1. Kip Woodward
2. Becca Stevens
3. David Bahnsen
4. Adrien Lewis
5. Paul Atkins
6. Heather Rice-Minus
7. Arthur Brooks
8. Lily Wu

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