Scott went from working in IT to building a successful wood-fired pizza business after an unexpected layoff. He shares how he got started, the art and science of making great pizza, memorable moments serving customers, and why retirement has been harder than he expected. Along the way, he reveals how something as simple as pizza can bring people together.

Alex Hakso shares what it’s like to work as a data scientist, from solving puzzles and uncovering insights in unexpected data to navigating the rapidly changing world of AI. He also discusses his journey from geophysics to data science and why curiosity is essential to his work.

Al Doering, a pastor at Christ the King Lutheran Church, talks about what pastors do all week, how he felt called to ministry, and how he ended up in the Houston Chronicle for skipping work to catch an Astros playoff game. See the church's website: christ4u.net

What does a worship arts director do all week? Steven Pruhs shares how he plans Sunday services, leads volunteer musicians, and helps students discover their gifts—all while trying to keep the spotlight off himself. Learn more about Steven’s church: christ4u.net

What happens when AI can build a website in minutes—and you've spent 20 years learning how to do it yourself? CodePen co-founder Chris Coyier joins me to talk about the changing world of web development, what his job actually looks like, and why humor, creativity, and making things just for the fun of it still matter.

Connie shares the joys and challenges of motherhood, from unexpected beginnings and raising children to letting go and becoming a grandmother. Plus, a little wisdom on forgiveness, family, and why people are her favorite hobby.

Benjamin Nathan Serio joins Nathan to explore what interpreting and charity auctioneering reveal about people under pressure. From a brutally honest first review to the stories that make him connect deeply with strangers, Ben shares how he learned to read a room—and keep going when it gets tough.

Ben on the web: Storiedbid.com

Daniel's hobby is guitar building. A blend of his passion for woodworking and music.

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Outro music by GabrielDouglas from Pixabay