Stephen and Megan dive into the ideas behind Jonathan Haidt’s bestselling book, The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness. Together, they unpack how the rise of smartphones and the decline of play-based childhood have shaped an entire generation.
In this conversation, Stephen explains Haidt’s core argument that childhood was “rewired” around 2012 — trading outdoor play, social learning, and healthy risk for screen-based connection, comparison, and constant distraction. They explore how this great rewiring has uniquely impacted both boys and girls, why young adults today are more anxious and lonely than ever, and how we can begin reclaiming what was lost.
You’ll walk away with practical ways to manage your attention, pursue real-world relationships, and rediscover presence in a digital world that never stops scrolling.
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4 Key Takeaways:
Own Your Attention. Recognize when your phone is managing you instead of the other way around. Create intentional phone-free times each day and reclaim your ability to focus deeply.
Crave What’s Real. Invest in embodied, face-to-face community — shared meals, conversations, and experiences that outlast the scroll.
Curate Your Digital Life. Audit your apps and notifications. Keep what connects you, remove what consumes you, and let technology serve your goals — not shape them.
Relearn Play and Presence. Step outside, try new hobbies, allow boredom, and take healthy risks. These real-world moments build the resilience and creativity we’ve lost in a screen-based world.
Ask Yourself: What’s one simple way you can limit distraction this week — and one real-world connection you can intentionally pursue?
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In this episode, Stephen and Taylor pull back the curtain on their marriage and family life for a conversation that’s equal parts laughter, chaos, and real talk. Together with Megan, they revisit their first date, share stories about parenting three very different kids, and reflect on the rhythms that have kept them grounded in a season of change. From marriage meetings to viral videos, it’s an honest look at what it means to dream big while building a healthy family culture in the everyday moments.
You’ll laugh, you’ll relate, and you might even hear a little unplanned ASMR from Taylor toward the end. It’s fun, unfiltered, and full of reminders that adventure often looks like the life you’re already living.
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Confession isn’t about guilt—it’s about healing, growth, and connection. In this episode, Stephen and Megan talk about how confession can transform your faith, deepen your relationships, and help you live more honestly before God and others. Together, they explore what Scripture teaches, why the early church practiced confession in community, and how we can reclaim that rhythm today.
Here’s what they cover:
1️⃣ What the Bible Says:
2️⃣ A Brief History of Confession:
3️⃣ Barriers to Confession:
4️⃣ The 7 Circles of Confession:
5️⃣ How to Rebuild a Rhythm of Confession:
👉 Next Step:
This week, grab coffee with a trusted friend. Be honest, pray together, and experience the healing that comes when you bring things into the light.
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Dan Schuster is a financial advisor, musician, and partner at Fjell, a financial agency based in Fargo. His journey to partnership began humbly—handing out over 25 résumés to local companies before one opportunity opened the door. Years later, his story is one marked by faithfulness, perseverance, and purpose.
In this episode, Stephen and Megan sit down with Dan to talk about the lessons he wishes he knew in his 20s—about life, money, and faith. Together they explore how to view money through a biblical lens, focus on adding value over chasing success, and develop rhythms of generosity and stewardship that lead to lasting impact. Be sure to subscribe today!
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In this episode, Stephen reflects on a season when God reshaped how he viewed work, calling, and everyday life. Together with Megan, he explores what it means to see all of life as worship, break the myth of sacred vs. secular, and embrace your ordinary with purpose.
Key Takeaways:
Reflection Questions:
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Recently, I had the surreal experience of watching my friend Carson Wentz run out of the tunnel as the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings — the very team he grew up cheering for as a kid in North Dakota. It was a full-circle moment that sparked something in me about dreams, detours, and God’s greater purpose.
In this episode, I share that story, reflect on Proverbs 19:21, and Megan and I invite you to consider the dreams or plans in your life that haven’t turned out the way you hoped. What if God is still at work, just in a different way than you imagined?
Here are four practical handles when your plans don’t line up:
Plans change. God’s purpose always prevails.
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Bill and Kristi Gaultiere have spent over 30 years counseling and ministering to people as a psychologist–therapist duo. They are the founders of Soul Shepherding, co-hosts of the Soul Talks podcast, and authors of several books including Journey of the Soul and Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith. Kristi also joined us back on Episode 40, and today she and Bill return to share insights from their brand-new book Deeply Loved.
In this conversation, we dive into the power of empathy — why empathy is like oxygen for the soul, how to receive God’s empathy for us, and what it looks like to extend empathy to others. Bill and Kristi help us explore the biblical model of empathy, unpack why so many of us suppress emotions and keep God or people at a distance, and offer practical steps to break through those barriers. They also introduce the “Four A’s of Empathy”:
If you long for deeper connection with God and others, this episode will encourage and equip you to live more deeply loved.
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Prayer isn’t always polished — and it was never meant to be. David, called a man after God’s own heart, showed us what raw, honest prayer looks like in the Psalms. He brought every emotion to God — fear, joy, guilt, shame, anger, hope, and more. (If you want an example, read the story of David hiding in a cave in 1 Samuel 22 alongside Psalm 142.)
In this episode, Stephen and Megan explore what Christian counselor Chip Dodd calls the Voice of the Heart — 8 core emotions that every one of us experiences. Each emotion signals something deeper, and when we bring them to God, they can become starting points for unfiltered prayer.
We’ll unpack each one with a definition, reflection questions, and a simple prayer:
Whether you’re feeling joy or pain, grief or gratitude, remember this: if it’s in your heart, it belongs in your prayers.
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Some of the most important lessons we learn in college don’t come from textbooks—they come from life. In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Stephen and Megan continue reflecting on their own college years and share more truths that still matter today. Whether you’re a student heading back to campus or years removed from dorm life, these lessons will help you live with purpose in every season.
Here’s the full list of 10 lessons we cover across both episodes:
If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and listen to get the full conversation. And we’d love to hear from you: What’s one lesson college taught you that still matters today? Share it with us on Instagram (@goingsomewhere.podcast)—we may feature your story in the future!
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College is full of experiences, challenges, and lessons that stick with us long after graduation. In this episode, Stephen and Megan look back on their own college years and share the life-shaping truths they learned then that still matter today. Whether you’re a student heading into a new semester or years removed from campus, these lessons will help you live with purpose right where you are.
Here are the first five lessons we unpack in Part 1:
And we’re not done yet—next week we’ll continue with Part 2 and five more lessons that shaped us during our college days.
We’d love to hear from you: What’s one lesson college taught you that still matters today? Share it with us on Instagram (@goingsomewhere.podcast), and we may even feature your response in next week’s episode!
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Pausing to reflect may be the most important rhythm you can build into your life. In this episode, Stephen and Megan talk about why creating space for reflection matters and share three key benefits you’ll experience when you make it part of your month: clarity, growth, and peace. Together, they cast vision for the power of the pause and encourage you to slow down long enough to notice where you’ve been and where you’re going.
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A new season demands a new rhythm. In this episode, Stephen and Megan sit down to revisit their Growth Plans and talk about what it looks like to reset as summer turns into fall. Stephen shares from his perspective of stepping into a new job and new season of writing, speaking, and resource development, while Megan reflects on the natural seasonal shift that makes this the perfect time to pause and reevaluate. Together, they walk through their own Growth Plans — covering current realities, envisioned futures, and priorities for the months ahead—while encouraging you to do the same.
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In this episode, Stephen and Megan get real about discipline — why it’s so hard, why it’s worth it, and how to keep going when every part of you wants to quit. From Stephen’s unexpected running journey (inspired by a roast from Paul Hurckman and the birth of the I Hate Running Club) to Megan’s honest reflections on her 2024 goals, they unpack the struggles, victories, and lessons learned along the way.
You’ll be reminded that every action you take is a vote for the type of person you want to become — and those votes add up. You’ll hear stories of accountability that actually works and a simple challenge to help you start small, show up, and stick with it — even when you don’t feel like it.
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In this episode, we’re joined by Hannah Aberle, the Kids Ministry Assistant at Northview Church. She previously interned with Megan under Stephen’s leadership and completed a second-year ministry internship as well. With a dual degree in early childhood education and art, Hannah brings creativity and depth to everything she does.
Hannah shares openly about the pain of her parents’ divorce and the difficult years that followed — including a pivotal moment when her dad didn’t show up for their final meeting before she and her mom moved from Minot to Valley City. But this isn’t just a story of brokenness. It’s a powerful testimony of how God began to soften her heart, reshape her understanding of forgiveness, and lead her toward healing. Even when nothing else changed, forgiveness opened the door to freedom — and eventually, God began restoring her relationship with her dad.
It’s a vulnerable, hope-filled conversation about faith, healing, and the grace of God.
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In this deeply personal episode, Stephen shares a major life update: after four years on staff at Northview Church, he's stepping into a new season — working alongside Valley Christian Counseling and Wellness to oversee marketing, social media, and church partnerships, while also pursuing writing, speaking, and resource development.
Stephen and Megan unpack the process of discernment, how long-term dreams from years ago (including conversations from 2021) began to align with God’s timing, and what it looks like to hold dreams in tension with present faithfulness. From Abraham’s "Going Somewhere" journey to the challenge of “leaving tomorrow while staying forever,” this conversation explores calling, obedience, and the sacredness of transition.
They also talk through the completion of Stephen’s upcoming book, navigating emotions in transition, and listening to God’s voice in everyday life.
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Anthony Russo is the creator and comedian behind The Bible is Funny—a wildly popular Instagram account and card game that mixes the unexpected hilarity of obscure Bible verses with modern-day scenarios. Known for his quick wit, deep love for Scripture, and improv chops, Anthony has carved out a unique space at the intersection of faith and funny. And exciting news—Volume 2 of The Bible is Funny game is officially out TODAY!
In this episode, Anthony joins Stephen and Megan for a conversation full of laughs, stories, and spiritual insights. They explore the origin of the game, his background in improv (including how Stephen and his wife Taylor met through improv), and why humor is such a powerful tool for engaging with the Bible. From ridiculous verses and dream college roommates to the deep joy found in Scripture, this episode reminds us that the Bible is full of real, relatable people—and that joy and faith are meant to go hand in hand.
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Ellie Buringa serves as the Creative Director at Northview Church in Fargo, ND -- which makes her Stephen and Megan's co-worker and dear friend. Ellie is more than a teammate -- she has become family, and her story iis one marked by deep faith, raw honesty, and unwavering courage.
In this episode, we explore Ellie’s journey of discovering Jesus in college, moving from a place of seeking validation from others to spending hours in God’s Word, fully captivated by His presence. We also dive into the complexity of faith as it evolves through young adulthood —e specially when the mountaintop moments are interrupted by heartbreak. Ellie shares candidly about losing her mom to cancer, and how that grief reshaped her relationship with God. The young adult years are so full of GAIN -- jobs, friends, experiences, relationships, money -- so how can someone navigate loss in a season of gain?
This episode is a powerful conversation about learning to lament, finding God in suffering, and holding onto hope when life feels heavy. For any young adult trying to make sense of gain and loss in the same season, this one will speak right to your soul.
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Zach Windahl is an author and content creator focused on helping his audience grow in their faith. He is the founder and former CEO of The Brand Sunday, a company that creates tools and resources to hold your hand as you read through the Bible for yourself. Marrying his passion for entrepreneurship and making faith simple and attainable has landed Zach in a unique place in the Christian landscape, where he reaches hundreds of thousands of followers on social media every day. He wrote his latest book, “The Bible, Simplified” (coming July 1, 2025), to help others be less overwhelmed by the Bible and more confident in their faith.
In this episode, Zach Windahl joins Stephen and Megan for a conversation about making the Bible more approachable, practical, and exciting for everyday life. Drawing from his new book The Bible Simplified, Zach shares his journey from frustration with Scripture to a deep hunger to understand God’s Word. Together, they explore the common roadblocks people face when reading the Bible, how to move past intimidation, and the first steps to truly understanding God’s story. Whether you’re a new believer or have followed Jesus for years, this conversation will give you fresh insight, practical tips, and maybe even a fun fact or two you didn’t know about the Bible. You don't want to miss this episode!
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In this episode, we’re joined by our friend Abby Newkirk, a Chi Alpha missionary serving at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. Abby shares her journey of following God's call—one that includes a cross-country move, deep relational roots, and a few surprising connections (including her college roommate Megan and a pivotal conversation with Stephen that helped point her toward Rowan!). Her story is a beautiful reminder that God's plans often unfold through a series of faithful, everyday yeses.
Together, we talk about what it means to say “yes” to God—not just in the big, dramatic moments, but in the small daily choices that shape our obedience and sharpen our ability to hear His voice. If you've ever wondered how to discern God’s direction or if you're in a season of waiting and wondering, this conversation will encourage you to lean in, listen closely, and trust that God is speaking—even in the ordinary.
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This week we’re joined by special guest Heidi Cottingham. Heidi brings experience as a mom, counselor, pastor’s kid, and as someone involved in ministry for decades. She shares her perspective on how her parents’ lives influenced who she is today and the power of speaking life over someone. We dive into the conversation of mental health and ask the question, do we ever arrive in life? We address failure, hard conversations, starting over, reconciliation, and the power of empathy. Enjoy the episode!
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