100 Million Downloads and Counting with Annie F Downs, Best-selling Author and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with ANNIE F DOWNS on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 275. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is ANNIE F DOWNS, host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, one of the most popular and influential podcasts in the world. Annie is a best-selling author of multiple books, a frequent speaker, entrepreneur, co-founder of the That Sounds Fun Podcast Network, and an influencer in the faith space. We discuss building a team, current podcast trends, the power of wisdom, travel tips, tour life, and much more. Plus check out the top weekly leadership links. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and SUBSPLASH for their partnership on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE

Please donate to the Texas Flood relief efforts and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods destruction, the LA fires rebuilding efforts, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

SUBSPLASH

Engage your congregation through Subsplash. Schedule your free demo at http://subsplash.com/brad. Subsplash is the platform made to help maximize your church’s growth and engagement. The go to for mobile apps, messaging, and streaming, along with building websites, groups, integrated giving, AI and key communication tools, Subsplash puts today’s most innovative church technology into your hands so you can focus completely on ministry. Visit http://subsplash.com/brad and join more than 20,000 churches and ministries who partner with Subsplash. Again, visit http://subsplash.com/brad to schedule a quick, no obligation demo.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Breaking down the new reality of the infinite workday – from Microsoft

 The Gentle Singularity – from Sam Altman – insights on AI

 Job hugging is the new career trend right now- and Gen Z is into it- holding on for dear life – from Fast Company

 Good article on mistakes we make with remote teams and communication

 How to keep going – from Austin Kleon

 Path to Purpose Podcast – David and Brandon Lindell from James River Church

 Morning Manna Podcast – from Christopher Fletcher and Manna Church team

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Leadership, Leveling Up and Church Growth with Jason Mitchell, pastor of LCBC in Pennsylvania + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with JASON MITCHELL on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 274. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is JASON MITCHELL, lead pastor of LCBC Church in Pennsylvania, one of the largest multi site churches in the state and across America. Jason is also the author of No Easy Jesus and big time Alabama Crimson Tide fan! We discuss influence, leadership transition, connecting with young adults, how to level up with new vision, the power of faithfulness, patience, and much more. Plus check out the top weekly leadership links. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to REGENT BANK and SUBSPLASH for their partnership on this episode.

SUBSPLASH 

Engage your congregation through Subsplash. Schedule your free demo at http://subsplash.com/brad. Subsplash is the platform made to help maximize your church’s growth and engagement. The go to for mobile apps, messaging, and streaming, along with building websites, groups, integrated giving, AI and key communication tools, Subsplash puts today’s most innovative church technology into your hands so you can focus completely on ministry. Visit http://subsplash.com/brad and join more than 20,000 churches and ministries who partner with Subsplash. Again, visit http://subsplash.com/brad to schedule a quick, no obligation demo.

REGENT BANK

Connect with the team at https://www.regent.bank/. Regent Bank is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country, uniquely positioned as a faith-based bank with a clear purpose: “To show God’s love to employees, clients, and communities.” Regent Bank stands out in the banking industry, with both a dedicated prayer team and a specialized department focused exclusively on serving faith-based organizations, and is actively building one of the largest ecosystems for faith-based organizations nationwide. As part of this mission, all nonprofit clients are offered completely free banking services, along with highly competitive interest rates and access to specialized support across multiple financial areas. Find out more at http://regent.bank. 

Top Weekly Leadership Links

“Experts are the ones who think they know everything. Geniuses are the ones who know they don’t.”  – Simon Sinek

Listen to Jason’s interview on Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

The genius marketing strategy of Ryan Trahan’s 50 state challenge and fundraising campaign

What employees need most right now from their senior leaders – from Gallup and Fast Company – it’s hope, then trust as top two

Workplace Friendships are fading – from Fast Company

25 Chat GPT Hacks  

The Old model of philanthropy is ending- what is the new model? – from Bloomberg

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Leading GEN Z - A Top 25 List of Resources to Help You Lead Young Leaders

Check out this practical list of resources to help you lead GEN Z, also appearing as this recent episode of the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 273. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

A special episode focused on Leading GEN Z,. Including a new version of the Young Influencers List, with 15 leaders to know. As well as 15 organizations that are gathering, resourcing, connecting and equipping Gen Z and the next generation. And the Top Weekly Leadership Links, with a special emphasis on Gen Z, including recommendations on podcasts, books, videos and articles. And a special Leadership Nugget segment with 4 keys to leading Gen Z. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE for their partnership on this episode.

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Texas Flood relief efforts and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods destruction, the LA fires rebuilding efforts, along with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton. And still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Young Influencers List – 15 Leaders to Know

Kory Barnett – head basketball coach for Oral Roberts University

Tanner Morgan – coach, analyst, entrepreneur and part of Search Ministries

Ryan Trahan – YouTube influencer

Bryce Crawford – podcast host and speaker

Alena Pitts – actor, influencer, author

Chloe Hamaker – heads up Jennie Allen Ministries

Lyle Phillips – lead pastor of Legacy Church in Nashville

Leslie Johnston – running Thrive out of Bayside Church

Ali Parsons – host of Neighbors Podcast and part of team at Church of Eleven22

Connor Champion – president of Austin Christian University

Grant and Cheyanne Skeldon – heads up Next Gen for Thinq, and also life coach with Patterson Life Plan

Will Chung – lead pastor of Beloved Church

Kevin Kubandi – youth and young adult pastor

Maria James – executive director of Leaderfest in Wichita Falls

Zach Meerkreebs – author of Lower and pastor and speaker and part of Asbury University teaching team

Daniel Macleod – evangelist, speaker and ministry leader

Luke Lefevre – global revival expert and part of the Gather team

Top Weekly Leadership Links – Gen Z Special Edition

Next Up Podcast with Grant Skeldon

Generations at Work Podcast – from Tim Elmore and Growing Leaders

Whoa That’s Good Podcast – Sadie Robertson Huff

Becoming Something Podcast – Jonathan Pokluda

Leading the Next Generation Series Podcast – with Tim Elmore – on YouTube

Simon Sinek on Gen Z

The Future Begins with Z – new Tim Elmore book

The Anxious Generation – Jonathan Haidt

Welcome to Adulting – Jonathan Pokluda

Ready or not, Gen Z is managing you. Key distinctives of how they manage – from Fast Company

How to Understand the new work expectations of Gen Z – from Fast Company

is Gen Z lost on its way to a meaningful career? – from Fast Company

Top 15 Organizations Gathering and Connecting Gen Z

Passion and Passion Conferences

Relevant

Thinq Culture Summit and Next Gen Summit

TenX10

Live Original - Sadie Robertson Huff

Becoming Something Podcast and Conference

Generation Distinc

OneHope

Highlands College and Motion Conference/Movement

Austin Christian University

Vanguard University

SEU

Barna Group

Jonathan Haidt

Growing Leaders

Leadership Nugget

Leading younger leaders - 4 Keys

Give more responsibility early

Provide a seat at the table – take them with you

Help them navigate calling and assignment

Challenge them to a higher level 

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Everybody Leads with CEO of Baker Donelson (Top 100 Law Firm) Tim Lupinacci + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with TIM LUPINACCI on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 272. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Our guest is Tim Lupinacci, author of the new book Everybody Leads, and chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson Law Firm, one of the largest and most influential law firms in America. Tim is a speaker, blogger, and also host of the Everybody Leads Podcast. We discuss leadership, leading high achievers, how anyone can lead, the power of building culture, how to connect with your team, and much more. Plus check out the top weekly leadership links. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to HELP ONE NOW and KINSMEN for their partnership on this episode.

HELP ONE NOW 

Empowers families in developing countries through partnership with high-capacity leaders with proven solutions to end extreme poverty. Visit https://helponenow.org/thecircle. Get involved by joining The Circle, a growing network of people committed to ending extreme poverty through family empowerment. Your monthly recurring gift will send students to school, empower families to launch businesses and support the growth and impact of Help One Now. The Circle creates a sustainable pathway to break the cycle of poverty for generations to come!  To learn more visit http://helponenow.org/thecircle.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Still a few spots for Kinsmen Summit happening September 21-23 in Branson, MO at Big Cedar Lodge. Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. A perfect fit for men’s small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter and register for the Kinsmen Summit.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

When does the boss speak up in a meeting? As late and as little as possible.

Carey Nieuwhof Updated 2025 Church Trends  

Lead Like You Mean It Podcast – new podcast from Masi Willis

Google and Search and How it’s Changing – from TechCrunch  

The Leading Smart Podcast – including 40 lessons in 40 years, from Tim Stevens

Writing lessons from 250 editions and 5 years of newsletters – from Matt Rutherford 

Top 40 jobs that might go away because of AI - from Microsoft

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

President of One Hope, Leadership Author and Global Missions Expert Rob Hoskins + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with ROB HOSKINS on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 271. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

Dr. ROB HOSKINS is co-founder and president of OneHope, best-selling author, global missions expert, and host of The Missional Leader Podcast. Rob is considered one of the top leaders in the world on global development, missions and evangelism. We discuss his new book Theology of the City, leadership, young leaders today, revival happening globally, finding calling and purpose in life, and much more. Plus check out the top weekly leadership links. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to GENEROUS COFFEE and ONEHOPE for their partnership on this episode.

GENEROUS COFFEE

Visit http://generouscoffee.com. You are going to drink coffee anyways, so why not make it life changing coffee? Generous is a specialty coffee roaster who donates 100% of profits to non-profits focused on fighting human injustice around the world. Whether a church, business, or event looking to order coffee in bulk, or simply ordering for your home visit http://generouscoffee.com and use Rate Code H3 for 10% off your entire order. You’ll be drinking some of the highest quality craft roasted coffee in the world. Again, visit http://generouscoffee.com and use code H3 for 10% off your entire order.

OneHope

God’s Word for every child. Visit http://onehope.net. Providing children and youth around the world with relevant Gospel messages and Scripture resources. Over 2 billion children globally have encountered God’s Word through local churches through One Hope. Partner with OneHope to provide God’s word for every child: http://onehope.net 

Top Weekly Leadership Links

John Wilds – from Jesus Image

The Next Great Distribution Shift

A breakdown of multisite vs church planting – from Nathan Aaartt

25 Career Success Secrets you won’t learn in school – from Matt Rutherford

Fractional Leadership and how it’s growing – from Fast Company

Some of the most effective tools for researching and writing with AI – from Fast Company

40 thoughts and things on a 40th birthday

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.