Becoming Steadfast
Becoming Steadfast is the podcast for athletes, leaders, and competitors who refuse to settle for average. Each episode delivers raw, tactical conversations to help you build identity, consistency, and grit that lasts—on and off the field.
Episodes
34 episodes
The Inner Work of Leadership | ft. Nate Jewett
In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, I sit down with Nate Jewett, founder of The Refinery, to talk about what it really looks like for men to pursue a life defined by fruit, not just worldly success.Nate takes us d...
The Overcomer | ft. Walker Merrill
Walker Merrill had his eyes set on the NFL. After earning the opportunity to play Division 1 football, he was chasing a dream he had worked for his entire life.Then, everything changed.A devastating head injury forced Walker to co...
Grateful Anyway: Finding Gratitude in the Things That Don’t Go Our Way
What if gratitude isn’t just about being thankful when life is going well—but learning to recognize what’s good even when it isn’t?In this episode, we explore three simple ways to practice gratitude each day:Remember the g...
When Survival Mode Looks Like Success | ft. Dr. Amy Hoyt
You can be disciplined, driven, and high-performing—and still feel completely out of sync.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Hoyt of Mending Trauma to talk about what happens when your nervous system is constantly in overdri...
Dig Ditches - Your Preparation Determines Your Capacity
What do you do when you're putting in the work but can't see any evidence that it's working?In 2 Kings 3, three kings find themselves in the wilderness without water. God's instruction through Elisha seems strange: start...
When Good Is Never Enough | ft. Collier Buttgen
What happens when your identity is built on constantly trying to prove your worth?In this episode, I sit down with Collier Buttgen, CEO of Facility Coach, to talk about his journey from playing baseball to serving in ministry with...
Lead Free: Breaking the 5 Lies of Shame
The strongest leaders aren't the ones who never fail—they're the ones who refuse to let shame define them. In this episode, we explore five lies shame tells every leader, why those lies are so convincing, and the practical steps you can take to...
The Leader Everyone Wants Around
Most athletes and leaders spend so much time focused on their own performance that they miss one of the most powerful ways to create impact: taking a genuine interest in other people.In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, we explo...
When Performance Becomes Your Identity - Part 2 | Luke Loheit & Jackson Jutting
In Part 2 of this conversation on Becoming Steadfast, Nolan continues the discussion with Kansas City Mavericks teammates Luke Loheit and Jackson Jutting — two former college captains who understand what it takes to lead at a high leve...
When Performance Becomes Your Identity - Part 1 | Luke Loheit & Jackson Jutting
In Part 1 of this episode of Becoming Steadfast, Nolan sits down with current Kansas City Mavericks teammates Luke Loheit and Jackson Jutting — two former college captains who have experienced the highs, pressure, and reality of chasin...
The 3 Voices Quietly Controlling Your Life (And How to Shut Them Up!)
Most athletes don’t struggle with talent— they struggle with the voice they listen to.In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, we break down the three voices in your head—the critic, the monkey mind, and the...
You Didn’t Lose Your Why… You Lost Your Connection
Most athletes and leaders think they’ve “lost their why.”But that’s not the truth.In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, we break down what’s actually happening when motivation fades in the middle of a season—and how grea...
Expanding Your Window of Tolerance
What is your window of tolerance?In psychology, the window of tolerance is the range where we can handle stress, pressure, and adversity while still staying composed, thoughtful, and grounded. Inside that window, we’re able to thi...
The Disease of Me
In this conversation, Nolan Sullivan and Griffin Ludtke compare James 4 with Pat Riley’s The Disease of Me, focusing on the seven danger signals that can impact teams inexperienced with success. They explore themes such as prioritizing...
The Most Dangerous Weapon in Your Locker Room
In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, we dive into James 3 and unpack the real power of the tongue in leadership and sport. Words don’t just communicate — they create culture.We break the passage down into practical appl...
Leading with Character
In a world where leadership is often defined by status and accolades, the Book of James offers a refreshing perspective on what it truly means to lead. In this episode, we delve into key insights from James Chapter 2, as discussed in a recent p...
Navigating Trials with Joy (Part 2)
In this episode, Part 2, Nolan Sullivan and Griffin Ludtke explore the practical teachings of the Book of James, chapter 1, focusing on how to navigate trials, find joy in adversity, seek wisdom from God, and understand identity beyond st...
Navigating Trials with Joy (Part 1)
In this episode, Nolan Sullivan and Griffin Ludtke explore the practical teachings of the Book of James, chapter 1, focusing on how to navigate trials, find joy in adversity, seek wisdom from God, and understand identity beyond status. They dis...
The Fight for Inner Peace - with Max Rosenthal (Part 2)
In Part 2 of my conversation with former Ohio State golfer Max Rosenthal, we go even deeper into the moments that shaped him — the highs, the heartbreak, and the holy ground found in adversity.Max opens up about the pressure of co...
The Fight for Inner Peace - with Max Rosenthal (Part 1)
In Part 1 of The Fight for Inner Peace, Max Rosenthal shares his journey from being a promising young golfer to navigating the challenges of faith, identity, and life after sports. He discusses the impact of mentorship, the importance of commun...
Do Not Be Anxious About ANYTHING
“Do not be anxious about anything.” Sounds impossible, right?In this episode of Becoming Steadfast, we dive deep into Philippians 4 — one of the most misunderstood yet powerful passages for athletes and leaders f...
The Art of Building Confidence (Part 2)
In Part 1, we laid the foundation: confidence is earned, not given — built through preparation, identity, and the small wins that stack over time.In Part 2, we go deeper. This episode is all about application — how to tra...
The Art of Building Confidence (Part 1)
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build. In this episode, Nolan sits down with co-host Griffin Ludtke to unpack what real confidence looks like, how it’s earned through consistency, and why so many at...
