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Going Big! with Kevin Gentry

Kevin Gentry
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Marketing
Nonprofit Organizations
Non-Profit Sector
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Principled Entrepreneurship
Philanthropy
Political Fundraising
Positioning
Benefit
Brand
Differentiation
Nonprofit Marketing
Direct Mail Marketing
Continual Learning
Mentorship
Generosity
Stewardship
Poverty
Leadership

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 unforgettable episode of the Going Big Podcast, Kevin Gentry sits down with one of the most accomplished and authentic public servants of our time — Kay Coles James. From being born on a kitchen table in Portsmouth, Virginia, to leading insti... more

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In this episode of Going Big!, host Kevin Gentry sits down with best-selling author and entrepreneur Don Miller. Known for groundbreaking books like Blue Like Jazz, A Million Miles in a Thousand Years, Hero on a Mission, and the transformative Buildi... more

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In this episode of Going Big!, Kevin Gentry sits down with Wendy Borcherdt, one of Ronald Reagan’s earliest and most influential supporters. From his first run for governor to his years in the White House, Wendy offers rare insights into Reagan’s dee... more

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This highlights episode of the Going Big! Podcast celebrates our first year with some fantastic guests. Host Kevin Gentry brings together the most powerful clips from Year One, showing what it means to Go Big in business, leadership, and life.

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Recent Guests

Don Miller
Best-selling author and entrepreneur, known for his work on storytelling in business
StoryBrand
Episode: Going Big with Don Miller: Why Story Changes Everything
Wendy Borcherdt
Former supporter and prominent figure in the Ronald Reagan administration
Reagan White House
Episode: Going Big! With Wendy Borcherdt: Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Vision for America
Greg Lukianoff
President and CEO of FIRE, advocate for free speech.
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Going Big for Free Speech: Greg Lukianoff on Empowering Minds and Protecting Expression
Art Pope
Chairman and CEO of Variety Wholesalers, former state budget director in North Carolina, philanthropist
Variety Wholesalers
Episode: Going Big in Business, Public Policy, and Philanthropy: The Art Pope Blueprint
Reverend John Yates
Former rector of the Falls Church with over 40 years of experience in church leadership and community service.
Falls Church
Episode: Going Big with Rev. John Yates: Faith, Calling, and Transformational Leadership
Roger Craver
Pioneering direct response fundraising expert
Episode: Going Big: Political Revolutions, Fundraising, and Friendship Across the Aisle with Roger Craver and Richard Viguerie
Veronique de Rugy
George Gibbs Chair in Political Economy and Senior Research Fellow at Mercatus Center
Mercatus Center at George Mason University
Episode: No Free Lunch: Veronique de Rugy on Debt, Freedom, and the Fight for Growth
Cesar Grajales
Entertainer, nonprofit leader, social change agent, and entrepreneur.
LIBRE Initiative, Indie Genius
Episode: Cesar Grajales: From $80 and a Dream to National Impact — Going Big With Vision and Grit
Jeff Rosenthal
Co-founder of Summit and CIV, and author of 'Make No Small Plans'
Summit and CIV
Episode: Going Big with Jeff Rosenthal: No Small Plans, No Limits, and the Power of Bold Vision

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Kevin Gentry
Host of the podcast who engages with a variety of influential figures to discuss their experiences, challenges, and achievements, aimed at inspiring listeners.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • 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.

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    FeaturesFan04
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it!

    Great new podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
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    veryveryveryfunny
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the motivational stories and practical insights provided, highlighting the inspirational nature of the guests hosted. Many express enthusiasm about the diverse range of topics discussed and the actionable advice shared in each episode. People value the host's ability to connect with guests and extract meaningful lessons that resonate personally and professionally.

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Going Big with Don Miller: Why Story Changes Everything
Q: Can you share an example of a nonprofit or a business that has utilized storytelling effectively?
Miller illustrates this with the case of 'You Need a Budget', a budgeting app that has utilized soundbites to greatly increase engagement and sales.
Going Big with Don Miller: Why Story Changes Everything
Q: What is up with story? Why is storytelling so important?
Storytelling is important because it captures attention and helps people understand and connect with messages more effectively.
Going Big! With Wendy Borcherdt: Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Vision for America
Q: What in your judgment can we learn from him in terms of his leadership about how to think about in our own lives, we can live a life of meaning and purpose, finding our contribution and going big?
We learn about his consistency of believing in things, listening, and once he made up his mind on controversial issues, he would proceed forward, showing true leadership.
President Lech Wałęsa on Faith, Courage, and Going Big for Democracy
Q: What advice would you give to people thinking about stepping forward in leadership today?
Wałęsa suggested that effective leadership requires understanding past mistakes and engaging in discussion to ensure that future decisions lead to a beneficial new order for society.
President Lech Wałęsa on Faith, Courage, and Going Big for Democracy
Q: How do you define peace today in a democratic society?
Wałęsa emphasized the importance of taking stock of past actions to choose the correct future direction, and he noted that peace will require collaboration and tough decisions from world leaders, including the US.

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Exploring impactful narratives of personal and professional growth, this podcast features a diverse array of guests including business owners, nonprofit leaders, and political figures who share their journeys of ambition and achievement. Each episode highlights their bold decisions, major risks taken, and the unique challenges they overcame, providing listeners with valuable insights into leadership, innovation, and the power of pursuing one's dreams. The discussions aim to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers to think bigger and strive for significant impacts in their own lives and communities, offering practical advice and motivational stories to encourage listeners in their pursuits.

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Recent guests on Going Big! include:

1. Don Miller
2. Wendy Borcherdt
3. Greg Lukianoff
4. Art Pope
5. Reverend John Yates
6. Roger Craver
7. Veronique de Rugy
8. Cesar Grajales

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