Maddie Zimmerman is a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter—and one of the lead worship leaders at Grace Free Church. But behind the voice is a story full of creativity, mental health battles, ADHD ups and downs, and the sacred way songwriting helps her make sense of it all.

In this warm and honest episode, Maddie talks about the tension between struggle and art, the gift and chaos of ADHD, why medication shouldn’t carry shame, and how her songwriting is less about performance and more about processing real life.

We talk music production, creativity, self-worth, and how God uses all of it—not just the polished stuff.

🎧 Let’s get into it: Songs, Struggles, and the Studio.

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I’m Here For It with Josh Ott and Friends Real talk. Real life. Real hope.

This episode hits deep and close to home.

Brandon Horan is a teacher, coach, drummer, girl dad, and my good friend — the kind of guy I can angry text during an Eagles game and then cry with over what really matters.

We talk about what it was like walking through his daughter’s cancer diagnosis and treatment, how it wrecked him and grew him, and how his faith got stronger in the middle of all of it. We also get into why he “hated” my preaching (his words, not mine), and how growth usually shows up in uncomfortable places.

This one’s about friendship, grit, service, sports, faith, and fighting for the people you love — and it’s one of the most real convos we’ve had on the show.

We’re here for all of it.

We grew up riding buses through Cressona, PA—blue-collar roots, small town grind, and a whole lot of lessons that didn’t come from a classroom. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Lucas Hahn—author of Lean Into It—to talk about how the principles behind Lean Six Sigma aren’t just for factories or business nerds.

We’re talking about:

• Why working hard matters (but working smart matters more)

• How to get 1% better every day

• Measuring what actually helps your relationships

• Where to even start when life feels stuck

• And why the culture around you always beats the tools you try to use

This one’s packed with throwbacks, real-life wisdom, and ideas you can actually use—at work, at home, in whatever chaos you're navigating.

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend Alyssa O’Neill, an independent sales director, leader, mom of four, and one of the most driven, thoughtful people I know.

We talk about:

• Pushing past limiting beliefs — including her own

• Why her job is about so much more than makeup

• Helping others get unstuck by serving and seeing others

• Visionary thinking — and why you need other big thinkers at the table

• How she keeps everything in harmony (not balance) through rhythms that ground her

• And the real challenges of being a woman, a leader, and a mom — without losing yourself in the process

This conversation is vulnerable, motivating, and full of practical wisdom. Whether you're leading a team, raising kids, or rebuilding your confidence — Alyssa’s story will hit home.

🎧 I’m Here For It – Episode 008 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you listen.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Curtis Artz — a top-level soccer official who’s reffed state championship games and built a reputation for excellence on and off the field.

We talk about what it really takes to get better at what you do: staying humble, being a student of the game (and life), and building real relationships along the way. Curtis also shares about surviving two heart attacks and what it’s taught him — not just about health, but about what really matters.

This one’s about more than soccer. It’s about slowing down, paying attention, and learning to love the life you get to live.

🎧 I’m Here For It – Episode 007 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you listen.

In this episode, I sit down with licensed marriage and family therapist Kathy McCaw for an honest and eye-opening conversation about relationships, therapy, and what really helps people grow.

We talk about:

• What getting stuck — and how to get unstuck

• Why compatibility matters

• The assumptions people make about therapists

• How curiosity can be a secret superpower in relationships

• And the real impact of church hurt and healing

It’s thoughtful, funny, and full of real-life wisdom from someone who sits with people in their hardest moments — and helps them move forward.

🎧 I’m Here For It – Episode 006 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you listen.

In this episode of I’m Here For It, Josh sits down with artist, designer, and guitarist Brody Gray. You’ve seen him play with the Nick Tauer Band and in the Grace Worship Band — but there’s a lot more going on beneath the calm, cool surface.

They dive into what it’s like to create under pressure, the trap of imposter syndrome, and the overlooked importance of designing not just for expression but for reception. They also get into what it means to show up, keep your cool, and grow through it all.

Whether you’re a creative, an anxious achiever, or just someone who’s ever felt like a fraud — this one’s for you.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shawn Fitzpatrick — Superintendent of the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, dirt track racer, former radio guy, and all-around creative thinker.

We talk about leading through rejection, the tough stuff educators are facing, and why asking “What can we do?” is way more powerful than just saying no. We also get into the importance of movement, why kids are more resilient than we think, and how thinking outside the box isn’t just a leadership strategy — it’s a survival skill.

This one is full of insight, energy, and perspective on what it looks like to lead well in hard spaces — with heart, creativity, and grit.

Whether you’re leading a team, raising kids, working in education, or just trying to show up well in your world… this one’s for you.

We’re here for all of it.