Leading Saints Podcast

Leading Saints Podcast


Latest Episodes

Making the Bishop's Office the Ward Council Office | An Interview with Stephen Jones
October 14, 2023

Stephen Jones hails from Tallahassee, Florida, and served his mission in the Brazil Porto Alegre North Mission. He is a bishop in Springville, Utah, and has previously served in various leadership cal

How I Lead as Nursery Leader | An Interview with Jim and Marla West
October 12, 2023

Jim West has a master's degree from Brigham Young University in Civil Engineering and has worked in the private sector for over 22 years. He is now the Project Delivery Manager for the Oregon Departme

Aurelia Rogers, Founder of Primary | An Interview with Emily Cushing
October 07, 2023

Emily Cushing was raised in South Jordan, Utah, and met her husband in their middle school math class. Her love of learning led her to become a teacher. She earned a master's degree in Teaching and Le

Apathy Among YSAs
October 04, 2023

Research suggests that it is not uncommon for YSAs to feel a lack of purpose and belonging within the Church. In this episode, renowned author and psychologist Wendy Ulrich shares insight on how lead

YSA Thoughts on YSA-Led Efforts
September 30, 2023

As stated in the November 2022 announcement, "Young single adults lead YSA efforts" and "YSA committee members work to help all young single adults participate in the work of salvation and exaltation.

YSA Leaders in the Church
September 27, 2023

With the counsel to consider YSAs for stake and ward leadership callings, leaders are curious to know how this change has been received. In this episode, two YSAs who are serving in ward and stake lea

When Leaders Accidentally Limit Their Effectiveness | An Interview with Dustin Peterson
September 23, 2023

Dustin Peterson is the founder and president of Proof Leadership Group, a leadership consultancy that works with organizations to train leaders and help develop their company culture. He is also the a

Following the Spirit in Leadership | A How I Lead Interview with Nate Kimbler
September 20, 2023

Nate Kimbler is currently serving as the stake president for the Ridgecrest, California stake. He has served as a bishop, bishopric counselor, high councilor, and other callings such as scoutmaster, a

Is There a Correlation Between Losing Faith and Moving? | An Interview with Ryan Gottfredson
September 16, 2023

Ryan Gottfredson, Ph.D. is a cutting-edge leadership development author, researcher, and consultant. He helps organizations vertically develop their leaders primarily through a focus on mindsets. Ryan

Stepping into the Mentor Role as Young Women President | A How I Lead Interview with Natalie Cox
September 14, 2023

Originally from Los Angeles, California, Natalie Cox currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona. She is the mother of five kids ages 10, 14, 16, 18, and 19, and a new missionary mom. Her son left for the Col