“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts” is a quote that today’s Built Different guest embodies. Chonda Pierce has walked through significant loss and pain in her life, but it didn’t hinder her calling as a renowned comedian. Chonda shares with listeners how the joy of the Lord has been her strength and how she has used the broken pieces of her story to bring laughter and healing to others. 

Laughing in the Dark (movie)

Laughing in the Dark (book)

Branches Recovery Center

Rachael Flick

“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts” is a quote that today’s Built Different guest embodies. Chonda Pierce has walked through significant loss and pain in her life, but it didn’t hinder her calling as a renowned comedian. Chonda shares with listeners how the joy of the Lord has been her strength and how she has used the broken pieces of her story to bring laughter and healing to others. <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Chonda-Pierce-Laughing-Dark/dp/B01DCZSEOI'>Laughing in the Dark</a> (movie)<a href='https://www.amazon.com/Laughing-Dark-Comedians-Journey-Depression/dp/1501115251'>Laughing in the Dark</a> (book)<a href='https://branchescounselingcenter.com/who-we-are/our-founder-and-director/'>Branches Recovery Center</a><a href='https://rachaelflick.com/'>Rachael Flick</a>

The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton will air every Tuesday morning from here on out covering topics such as Leadership, Grit, Work Ethic, Relationships, Managing Anxiety and Depression, Isolation/Loneliness, Grief/Loss, Strengthening your Marriage & Family, Championship Mindset, Creating a Winning Culture, and so much more... Through meaningful interviews with some of America’s leading motivational speakers, athletes, counselors/psychologists, pastors, and more... Our heart and mission is to provide ENCOURAGEMENT, HOPE, and CHALLENGE to help push you past your limits and reach goals you never thought possible! Colossians 2:6-7 says, “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”No matter what life throws our way, we must remember WHO WE ARE, by first remembering WHOSE WE ARE!

The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton will air every Tuesday morning from here on out covering topics such as Leadership, Grit, Work Ethic, Relationships, Managing Anxiety and Depression, Isolation/Loneliness, Grief/Loss, Strengthening your Marriage &amp; Family, Championship Mindset, Creating a Winning Culture, and so much more... Through meaningful interviews with some of America&rsquo;s leading motivational speakers, athletes, counselors/psychologists, pastors, and more... Our heart and mission is to provide ENCOURAGEMENT, HOPE, and CHALLENGE to help push you past your limits and reach goals you never thought possible! Colossians 2:6-7 says, &ldquo;So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.&rdquo;No matter what life throws our way, we must remember WHO WE ARE, by first remembering WHOSE WE ARE!

The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton

The Built Different Podcast-Laughing in the Dark with Best-Selling Female Comedian, Chonda Pierce, Ep. 008

In this powerful Fourth of July special celebrating America's 250th anniversary, Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with former Marine, Navy SEAL, and SEAL Team 6 Tier One Operator Eddie Penney for one of the most raw and unforgettable conversations ever featured on Built Different. After serving twenty years on the front lines of America's fight against terrorism, Eddie witnessed unimaginable evil, carried the weight of life-and-death decisions, lost brothers in combat, and returned home searching for peace in all the wrong places. Together, Zach and Eddie explore the psychology of combat, moral injury, PTSD, identity beyond performance, biblical masculinity, spiritual warfare, and the difficult road of reintegration. Eddie candidly shares how alcohol, pornography, pills, and achievement could never satisfy the deepest longings of his soul until one simple question: "What do you want?", began a journey that ultimately led him to surrender everything to Christ. Whether you're a veteran, first responder, husband, father, or simply someone wrestling with your own battles, this conversation is a compelling reminder that you're never too far gone, freedom always comes at a cost, and the greatest battle you'll ever fight may not be on a battlefield but within your own heart.

 

Links:

Visit the Unafraid Website: https://unafraid.org/connect/

Follow Eddie on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/eddie.penney/?hl=en

Purchase Eddie’s Book, Unafraid: https://shorturl.at/LOJI0

Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care & Counsel Today: https://christiancareconnect.com/

In this powerful Fourth of July special celebrating America's 250th anniversary, Dr. Zach Clinton sits down with former Marine, Navy SEAL, and SEAL Team 6 Tier One Operator Eddie Penney for one of the most raw and unforgettable conversations ever featured on Built Different. After serving twenty years on the front lines of America's fight against terrorism, Eddie witnessed unimaginable evil, carried the weight of life-and-death decisions, lost brothers in combat, and returned home searching for peace in all the wrong places. Together, Zach and Eddie explore the psychology of combat, moral injury, PTSD, identity beyond performance, biblical masculinity, spiritual warfare, and the difficult road of reintegration. Eddie candidly shares how alcohol, pornography, pills, and achievement could never satisfy the deepest longings of his soul until one simple question: "What do you want?", began a journey that ultimately led him to surrender everything to Christ. Whether you're a veteran, first responder, husband, father, or simply someone wrestling with your own battles, this conversation is a compelling reminder that you're never too far gone, freedom always comes at a cost, and the greatest battle you'll ever fight may not be on a battlefield but within your own heart.
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Links:
Visit the Unafraid Website: <a href="https://unafraid.org/connect/" aria-label="Link https://unafraid.org/connect/">https://unafraid.org/connect/</a>
Follow Eddie on Social Media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eddie.penney/?hl=en" aria-label="Link https://www.instagram.com/eddie.penney/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/eddie.penney/?hl=en</a>
Purchase Eddie&rsquo;s Book, Unafraid: <a href="https://shorturl.at/LOJI0" aria-label="Link https://shorturl.at/LOJI0">https://shorturl.at/LOJI0</a>
Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care &amp; Counsel Today: <a href="https://christiancareconnect.com/" aria-label="Link https://christiancareconnect.com/">https://christiancareconnect.com/</a>

Eddie Penney: UNAFRAID - SEAL Team 6, PTSD, Spiritual Warfare, Freedom, and the True Cost of Courage, Ep. 308

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/9a6d1026-8123-4b03-ba71-b4730134e681/transcript

In one of the most honest and heartfelt conversations yet on the Built Different podcast, Hall of Fame wide receiver and three-time Super Bowl champion Michael Irvin opens up about the highs of fame, the lows of addiction and brokenness, and the grace of God that changed everything. Behind the spotlight and success was a man wrestling with identity, poor decisions, emptiness, and pain, but in 2001, Michael surrendered his life to Jesus Christ and began a journey of true transformation. In this episode, Michael shares powerful lessons on redemption, responsibility, purpose, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who point you back to God. From his relationship with Bishop T.D. Jakes to the hard truth that “God didn’t save you for you,” this conversation is a reminder that your past does not disqualify you from being used by God. If you’ve ever felt too broken, too ashamed, or too far gone, Michael’s story will encourage you to come home, embrace grace, and believe that God can still use your life for something greater.

 

Links:

Find Out More About Michael’s Testimony: https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2018/05/02/hall-of-famer-michael-irvin-says-he-gave-his-l…

Find Out More About Michael’s Storied Career: https://www.profootballhof.com/players/michael-irvin

Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care & Counsel Today: https://christiancareconnect.com/

In one of the most honest and heartfelt conversations yet on the Built Different podcast, Hall of Fame wide receiver and three-time Super Bowl champion Michael Irvin opens up about the highs of fame, the lows of addiction and brokenness, and the grace of God that changed everything. Behind the spotlight and success was a man wrestling with identity, poor decisions, emptiness, and pain, but in 2001, Michael surrendered his life to Jesus Christ and began a journey of true transformation. In this episode, Michael shares powerful lessons on redemption, responsibility, purpose, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who point you back to God. From his relationship with Bishop T.D. Jakes to the hard truth that &ldquo;God didn&rsquo;t save you for you,&rdquo; this conversation is a reminder that your past does not disqualify you from being used by God. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt too broken, too ashamed, or too far gone, Michael&rsquo;s story will encourage you to come home, embrace grace, and believe that God can still use your life for something greater.
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Links:
Find Out More About Michael&rsquo;s Testimony: <a href="https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2018/05/02/hall-of-famer-michael-irvin-says-he-gave-his-life-to-christ-in-2001/" aria-label="Link https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2018/05/02/hall-of-famer-michael-irvin-says-he-gave-his-l&hellip;">https://sportsspectrum.com/sport/football/2018/05/02/hall-of-famer-michael-irvin-says-he-gave-his-l&hellip;</a>
Find Out More About Michael&rsquo;s Storied Career: <a href="https://www.profootballhof.com/players/michael-irvin" aria-label="Link https://www.profootballhof.com/players/michael-irvin">https://www.profootballhof.com/players/michael-irvin</a>
Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care &amp; Counsel Today: <a href="https://christiancareconnect.com/" aria-label="Link https://christiancareconnect.com/">https://christiancareconnect.com/</a>

Michael Irvin: The Playmaker - Football, Failure, Redemption, Repentance, & the God of Second Chances, Ep. 307

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/c28542a0-c481-4239-83d2-b46a00ecbf39/transcript

What happens when you achieve everything the world says should satisfy you… and you still feel empty inside? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, former NFL punter, Super Bowl champion, and 2x NFL’s ‘Fittest Man’, Steve Weatherford joins Dr. Zach Clinton to unpack the hidden emptiness behind fame, performance, achievement, and external success while revealing how true fulfillment can only be found in Christ. Together, they discuss identity, purpose, biblical masculinity, personal responsibility, breaking generational cycles, high performance, leadership in the home, and what it means to steward your mind, body, and spirit God’s way. Steve vulnerably shares how his identity shifted from performance to purpose, why success can never fill the God-shaped void within us, and how God can redeem anyone willing to surrender their life fully to Him. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who God is calling you to become, this conversation will challenge you to stop living for applause and start living on mission.

 

Links:

Visit Steve’s Website: https://thesteveweatherford.com/

Pick Up a Copy of Steve’s Book: “Wake Up Champion”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZZN67SX

Sign Up for the Weatherford Fit App: https://steveweatherford.app/

Register for a Launching Pad Intensive: https://championsinchristministry.com/launching-pad-intensive-details/

Shop Seek First Apparel: https://shopseekfirst.com/

Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care & Counsel Today: https://christiancareconnect.com/

What happens when you achieve everything the world says should satisfy you&hellip; and you still feel empty inside? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, former NFL punter, Super Bowl champion, and 2x NFL&rsquo;s &lsquo;Fittest Man&rsquo;, Steve Weatherford joins Dr. Zach Clinton to unpack the hidden emptiness behind fame, performance, achievement, and external success while revealing how true fulfillment can only be found in Christ. Together, they discuss identity, purpose, biblical masculinity, personal responsibility, breaking generational cycles, high performance, leadership in the home, and what it means to steward your mind, body, and spirit God&rsquo;s way. Steve vulnerably shares how his identity shifted from performance to purpose, why success can never fill the God-shaped void within us, and how God can redeem anyone willing to surrender their life fully to Him. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who God is calling you to become, this conversation will challenge you to stop living for applause and start living on mission.
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Links:
Visit Steve&rsquo;s Website: <a href="https://thesteveweatherford.com/" aria-label="Link https://thesteveweatherford.com/">https://thesteveweatherford.com/</a>
Pick Up a Copy of Steve&rsquo;s Book: &ldquo;Wake Up Champion&rdquo;: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZZN67SX" aria-label="Link https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZZN67SX">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZZN67SX</a>
Sign Up for the Weatherford Fit App: <a href="https://steveweatherford.app/" aria-label="Link https://steveweatherford.app/">https://steveweatherford.app/</a>
Register for a Launching Pad Intensive: <a href="https://championsinchristministry.com/launching-pad-intensive-details/" aria-label="Link https://championsinchristministry.com/launching-pad-intensive-details/">https://championsinchristministry.com/launching-pad-intensive-details/</a>
Shop Seek First Apparel: <a href="https://shopseekfirst.com/" aria-label="Link https://shopseekfirst.com/">https://shopseekfirst.com/</a>
Find Clinically Excellent, Distinctively Christian Care &amp; Counsel Today: <a href="https://christiancareconnect.com/" aria-label="Link https://christiancareconnect.com/">https://christiancareconnect.com/</a>

Steve Weatherford: Success Can’t Save You - Finding Identity, Freedom, and Fulfillment in Christ Alone, Ep. 306

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/5b7077a3-3b79-40b6-a4db-b45d0144df4c/transcript

The Built Different Podcast-Laughing in the Dark with Best-Selling Female Comedian, Chonda Pierce, Ep. 008

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