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Episode 162: Hezekiah’s Playbook: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leaders
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Today Counts: Unlock the Ancient Keys of Leadership

LEADERSHIP Episode 162: Hezekiah’s Playbook - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leaders In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper dives deep into the life and leadership of one of Judah’s most remarkable kings—Hezekiah. What can a 2,700-year-old ruler teach today’s leaders navigating complexity, crisis, and culture? A lot more than you might think. From bold reforms and strategic decision-making to humble prayer and unwavering faith, King Hezekiah's story offers a timeless blueprint for...

Episode 161: God Might Be Speaking—How Can You Be Sure? (Genesis 12 Study)

LEADERSHIP Episode 161: God Might Be Speaking—How Can You Be Sure? (Genesis 12 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst and Winston Harris as they dive into the powerful story of Genesis 12. God calls Abram to step out of his comfort zone and embark on a journey that will change the course of history. They explore the challenges Abram faced, the faith required to leave behind his familiar...

Is This the Most Overlooked Chapter in Genesis? (Genesis 11 Study) |Ep. 160

LEADERSHIP Episode 160: Is This the Most Overlooked Chapter in Genesis? (Genesis 11:10-31 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst and Winston Harris as they dive into an overlooked portion of scripture in Genesis 11. At first glance, Genesis 11:10–31 looks like just another list of names — a genealogy most people skim or skip altogether. But what if this so-called "boring" chapter holds the...

Episode 159: From Crime to Calling – The Unlikely Rise of a Former Prisoner to Powerful Leader

LEADERSHIP Episode 159: From Crime to Calling - The Unlikely Rise of a Former Prisoner to a Powerful Leader In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Richard Mireles, a transformational leader, speaker, and advocate committed to empowering justice-impacted individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity, purpose, and success. Richard is a sought-after public speaker, leadership coach, and consultant who has dedicated his life to creating pathways of opportunity for the formerly...

Episode 158: Dr. David Yeager on the Science of Motivating Gen Z, Alpha, & Beta

Episode 158: Dr. David Yeager on the Science of Motivating Gen Z, Alpha, & Beta In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with David Yeager, PhD, a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and the cofounder of the Texas Behavioral Science and Policy Institute. In this masterclass on leading younger generations, Yeager explains how to adopt what he terms the "mentor mindset", which is a leadership style that’s attuned to young people’s need for status and respect....

Episode 157: Jerks, Jokers, and Jackasses: How To Deal With Difficult People

Dealing with a difficult person? Be watching for our new episode entitled “The Jerk, the Joker, and the Jackass” on the Today Counts show and podcast! Episode 157: Jerks, Jokers, and Jackasses: How To Deal With Difficult People In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim addresses the elephant in the room! How should we deal with difficult people in our lives? We all have them, but could we be missing the potential value they bring—even from the jerks, jokers, and jackasses in our lives?...

Episode 156: The Tower of Babel, Spirit of Babylon, & Human Innovation (Genesis 11:1-9 Study)

Episode 156: The Tower of Babel, Spirit of Babylon, & Human Innovation (Genesis 11:1-9 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst and Winston Harris about the opening 9 verses of Genesis 11. We see God's people disobey his command to fill the earth and they attempt to build a tower to get to heaven. Jim, Gary, and Winston explore the realities of human innovation, God's response to disobedience,...

Episode 155: Britton Moore Talks Music, Pain of Broken Dreams & Performing on NBC's "The Voice"

Episode 155: Britton Moore Talks Music, Pain of Broken Dreams & Performing on NBC's "The Voice" In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Britton Moore, a new music artist featured on NBC's "The Voice." Britton shares his experience auditioning for the national television music competition and his journey to launching a music career. Jim and Britton discuss navigating broken dreams, life lessons from sports, and the future for this young artist. SUBSCRIBE AND WATCH/LISTEN ON...

Episode 154: Divided Nations, Divine Diversity & God's Sovereign Plan (Genesis 10 Study)

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK If you want to accomplish more than survival, more than the average person, you’re going to have to get stronger. Stronger in mind, emotions, and best and appropriate behaviors. You have to get better every day. I don’t know that this is possible without faith. Faith in what? That’s the question because your faith is only as strong as the object of your faith. No exceptions. 🎧 Episode 154: Divided Nations, Divine Diversity & God's Sovereign Plan (Genesis 10 Study) In this...

Episode 153: The Real Rainbow Meaning, God's View On Capital Punishment, & Relationship Issues (Genesis 9 Study)

Five Principles of Parenting: 1. Prepare them 2. Protect them 3. Praise them 4. Play with them 5. Pray with them 🎧 Episode 153: The Real Rainbow Meaning, God's View On Capital Punishment, & Relationship Issues (Genesis 9 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst about the new world we find in Chapter 9 of Genesis. Is Capital Punishment a form of justice from God? Culture has hijacked the...