Best Cherish Conference Podcasts (2025)

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Why Private Equity Firms Are Investing in Franchises Franchise Friday with Jeff Dudan & Pat Galleher 18:10

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Private equity isn’t what it used to be. In this conversation, Jeff Dudan and Patrick Galleher reveal how smart capital transformed from “barbarians at the gate” to strategic partners helping franchisors grow, scale, and build lasting wealth. If you’re building a brand worth buying—or planning your exit—this conversation is essential. 💼 Subscribe f…

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Words That Win: How Intentional Speech Drives Results With Phil M. Jones and Jeff Dudan #224 1:17:41

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What if the words you use every day are quietly deciding your success? In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we’re joined by one of the most powerful communicators on the planet — Phil M. Jones, the legendary author of Exactly What to Say and one of the world’s most in-demand speakers and sales trainers. Phil has taught millions of peopl…

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I Must Be About My Fathers Business - Shirley James 32:17

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This weeks message is by Shirley James

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Why Showing Up at Franchise Conferences Can 10x Your Business Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #223 9:26

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Welcome back to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan—it’s Franchise Friday! In this episode, Jeff explains why showing up at conferences, conventions, and industry events can supercharge your franchise success. From Homefront Brands’ annual Homecoming Convention to the IFA Conference and regional franchise expos, Jeff reveals how proximity, preparation, an…

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Should You Ever Sell Your Own Business? Here’s the Real Answer with Patrick Galleher #222 58:31

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In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner at Boxwood Partners, one of the leading investment banks in franchising with over $7 billion in completed transactions. Patrick shares his insider perspective on selling a business the right way—from running a proper process and attracting privat…

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S10E02: The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ 27:37

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This episode discusses President Oaks’ talk from General Conference, “The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ,” focusing on eternal family doctrine, covenants, and how discipleship in the home prepares us for exaltation.

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Yesterday, Today & Forever - Jock James 21:12

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Today's message is by Jock James

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Stop Buying Yourself a Job — Build a Business That Scales Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #221 7:54

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If you’re paying attention — something BIG is happening. Franchise buyers aren't looking for a “job you own” anymore. Today’s entrepreneurs are: ✅ Building assets ✅ Leveraging systems ✅ Thinking like investors And the smartest builders? They’re moving into property service franchises. For 35 years — from scaling a national restoration company to fr…

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Pricing, Self-Worth & the Trades: Why Most Service Businesses Stay Broke with Ellen Rohr #220 1:23:17

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In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Ellen Rohr — industry icon, financial educator, and co-founder of Zoom Drain, former president of Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, and current executive with ServiceTitan. Ellen shares her 40-year journey from cleaning up her husband’s plumbing business to leading multi-million-dollar …

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12.Resident Rights in Action: A Conversation with Leilani Pelletier 32:38

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Host Susan Wallace sits down with Leilani Pelletier, Ohio's Long-Term Care Ombudsman, to explore the exciting changes with Ohio’s Ombudsman program and what it means to serve as a trusted voice for residents. Together, they reflect on the meaning of advocacy during Resident Rights Month and spotlight the newly launched Ohio Residents’ Rights Counci…

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Our Hands For His Work - Shirley James 26:04

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This weeks message is by Shirley James

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Why People Leave Corporate for Franchising | Franchise Fridays with Tom Ryan Jr. and Jeff Dudan #219 26:56

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In this Franchise Friday edition of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Tommy Ryan, Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands, to unpack the real truths behind franchising — from mindset and timing to community and leadership. Tommy has helped thousands of franchise owners build lasting success. He’s seen what works, what fails, a…

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How to Know If Your Business Is Ready to Franchise iFranchise Group Mark Siebert Explains #218 1:05:05

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Franchising expert Mark Siebert, founder of iFranchise Group, joins Jeff Dudan on Unemployable to reveal what makes a franchise truly scalable — and why franchising remains the most powerful wealth-creation model for small business owners. With 40 years of experience advising over 500 brands — including McDonald’s, Subway, and Ace Hardware — Mark s…

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90,000 Hours - Jock James 38:44

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This message is by Jock James

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S10E01: Conference Recap! 40:41

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In this episode of the Conference Talk podcast, hosts Tommy May, Matthew Watkins, and Rachel recap the October 2025 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They discuss the emotional impact of President Dallin H. Oaks’ address, reflecting on his personal experiences and his upcoming role as church president. The trio …

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He’s Helped 15,000 Franchisees Win Here’s His Best Advice | Franchise Friday with Michael O'Driscoll 41:24

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Welcome back to Franchise Fridays on the Unemployable Podcast with Jeff Dudan — where we break down the mindset, systems, and leadership that make franchise owners succeed. Today’s guest is Michael O’Driscoll, President of Franchising and COO at Homefront Brands, with 38 years of experience leading franchise systems across four continents. From bui…

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11.Keeping Up the PACE in Ohio 41:26

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What’s PACE — the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly — who’s it for and why does Marcie Campbell love it so much? (Hint: hugs are involved) Join Susan Wallace and Marcie from Buckeye PACE for a fun and insightful chat about how this unique model of care helps Ohio’s seniors stay healthy, safe, and connected to their communities and how i…

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Are People More Important Than Brands? | Brooke Budke with the Truth About Building Authority Online 1:08:51

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By Homefront Brands

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Let Justice Flow - Jock James 23:47

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This weeks message is by Jock James

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Avoid These Mistakes as a New Franchise Owner | Franchise Fridays with The Designery's Casey Ridley 16:55

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Avoid These Mistakes as a New Franchise Owner Franchise Fridays with The Designery's Casey Ridley On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, I sit down with Casey Ridley, President of The Designery, to talk about the journey from a mom-and-pop surplus store to building a fast-growing franchise brand with over 40 locations. We cover: Why franc…

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What’s Blocking Your Energy and Success? Energy Expert Erin King Explains #214 1:12:48

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Erin King joins Jeff Dudan on Unemployable to reveal why energy—not time or money—is the ultimate edge in business and life. From building a top social media agency to conducting the world’s largest research study on human energy, Erin shares how to unlock your “energy instinct,” lead with clarity, and avoid burnout while building a bold future. Er…

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I Will Carry You To Jesus - Jock James 41:11

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This weeks message is by Jock James

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Franchising Isn’t Easy—And That’s Why It Works | Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #213 26:49

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Franchising works when franchisees are at the center. In this Franchise Friday, I sit down with Homefront Brands’ Chief Legal Officer to talk FDDs, legal guardrails, and the real reasons some owners scale while others stall. We cover the traits of top performers (intuition, smarts, grit), the biggest misconception (“it’s easy”), why private equity …

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Resilience, Grit & Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities Kyle Maynard Shares His Story #212 1:15:20

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What does it really take to push past every limit life throws at you? In this powerful episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, I sit down with world-record mountain climber, champion wrestler, and New York Times bestselling author Kyle Maynard. Born without arms and legs, Kyle has summited Kilimanjaro and Aconcagua, fought in jiu-jitsu world champ…

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Make Room For People - Fiona Baxter 31:00

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This weeks message is by Fiona Baxter

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The One Question to Ask Before You Buy a Franchise with Window Hero President Keven Elwood #211 23:30

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Franchise Friday goes inside the mindset of a decorated Army special-operations veteran turned franchise president. Jeff Dudan sits down with Keven Elwood, President of Window Hero, to explore how military discipline translates to business freedom and why franchising is a natural path for veterans and driven entrepreneurs. Keven shares: Lessons fro…

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The Health Issues Everyone’s Talking About with Former U.S. Asst. Secretary for Health Joxel Garcia 1:09:26

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On today’s Unemployable, we tackle the hard stuff: why cancer remains our biggest health challenge, why water quality may define the next global conflict, how outbreaks re-enter the U.S. (measles, dengue, bioterror), what COVID actually taught us, and where AI and genomics help—or create new risks. Along the way we talk access to care, compounding …

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At This Table - Aaron Baxter 41:28

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This weeks message is by Aaron Baxter

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From Risk to ROI: How to Pick the Right Franchise (and Lead It) Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan 19:34

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If you’re on the fence about franchising—or expanding your portfolio—this one’s for you. We break down who actually wins in franchising, the real traits of top owners, why “required service” beats “sexy concept,” and how to play the long game with guardrails, data, and community. Michael Wagner, president of Roof Scientist at Homefront Brands, join…

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Family-First Wealth Through Franchising: Franchise Secrets with Erik Van Horn #208 1:31:55

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Family-First Wealth Through Franchising : Franchise Secrets with Erik Van Horn Franchising from the ranch. 🌾 In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Erik Van Horn—multi-unit franchisee, franchisor, advisor at Front Street Equity Partners, and host of Franchise Secrets—shares the real playbook: building wealth as a franchisee and franchisor…

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The Secret Lake - Arianna Walker 32:44

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This weeks message is by Arianna Walker

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10.Live from the 2025 Annual Conference: A Year in Review 11:06

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Recorded live at the 2025 Annual Conference and Trade Show, this episode of Another Word for Living… brings you straight into the heart of the action with more than 400 colleagues and friends. Host Susan Wallace sits down with LeadingAge Ohio’s outgoing chair, Kristi Strawser, and incoming chair, Rick Marshall, for a thoughtful conversation about t…

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How To Break Stagnation In Life and Build A Winning Legacy With Frankie Russo #207 54:50

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What if the secret to unlocking your business potential—and your life—was embracing the very thing you’ve been told to hide? In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, globally recognized entrepreneur, author, and thought leader Frankie Russo shares his philosophy of Love Your Weird. From losing it all in the 2008 crash, to rebuilding through…

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Who Do You Pursue? - Matt Harrison 36:36

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This weeks message is by Matt Harrison

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Can You Keep Your Job and Still Run a Franchise? | Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #206 11:20

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Can You Keep Your Job and Still Run a Franchise? | Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan Can you really keep your job and still build a successful business? In this Franchise Fridays episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we break down the truth behind owner-operator vs. semi-absentee (executive) franchise models. Jeff Dudan reveals what it really ta…

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From Microsoft to $700 Million In Real Estate | Feras Moussa’s Syndication Journey #205 1:07:01

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from microsoft to $700 million in real estate Feras Moussa’s Syndication Journey How does someone go from a Microsoft engineer to managing over $700 million in multifamily real estate? On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we sit down with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, who shares his incredible journey from tech to becoming…

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For Crying Out Loud - Mark Richie 41:36

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This weeks message is by Mark Richie

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S9E16: My Love for the Savior Is My “Why” 48:14

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In this episode of the Conference Talk Podcast, host Tommy May and his wife, Chelsea May, discuss Elder Jimenez address from the most recent General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, titled "My Love for the Savior Is My Why." They explore how connecting actions to a love for the Savior provides purpose and clarity in de…

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Franchise Partnerships: Top 5 Reasons to Say Yes—or No Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #204 14:27

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Is it smarter to go solo or bring in a partner when launching your franchise? In this Franchise Fridays episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we break down the Top 5 reasons entrepreneurs bring on a partner—and when it could destroy your business. Jeff Dudan, founder of AdvantaClean and CEO of HomeFront Brands, shares real-world insights from de…

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9.Medicaid Cuts & Nursing Homes: Reality or Rumor? With Bob Applebaum 31:36

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Are Medicaid cuts going to lead to nursing home closures, or is the story more complicated? Join Susan Wallace in conversation with renowned researcher Bob Applebaum of Miami University’s Scripps Gerontology Center as they unpack a recent study on the “Big Beautiful Bill” and its impact on nursing homes nationwide. Bob also sheds light on broader l…

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S9E15: Eternity's Great Gifts: Jesus Christ's Atonement, Resurrection, Restoration. 22:30

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In this episode of the Conference Talk Podcast, hosts Matthew Watkins and Tommy May dive into Elder Gerrit W. Gong’s address from the most recent general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, titled Eternity’s Great Gifts: Jesus Christ, Atonement, Resurrection, Restoration. The hosts explore key themes from the talk, share …

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The #1 Leadership Skill No One Teaches | Chris Dyer on Company Culture & Scaling Businesses #203 1:13:11

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The #1 Leadership Skill No One Teaches | Chris Dyer on Company Culture & Scaling Businesses Culture isn’t an afterthought—it’s the foundation of every successful business. In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, I sit down with Chris Dyer, Inc. Magazine’s #1 leadership speaker on company culture, elite water polo athlete, and author of The…

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How To Pray In Difficult Times - Harrison Conley 40:54

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This weeks message is by Harrison Conley

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Why Franchising Is The Perfect Fit For Veterans | Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #202 5:36

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Are veterans built for business ownership? In this powerful Franchise Fridays episode, Jeff Dudan makes the case that they absolutely are — and franchising might just be their next great mission. From discipline and leadership to execution under pressure and a mission-driven mindset, veterans already possess the traits that make franchise owners su…

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Turning $500k Debt Into a Million-Dollar Luxury Rental Business Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh's Journey #201 23:23

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Turning $500k Debt Into a Million-Dollar Luxury Rental Business Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh's Journey #201 Welcome back to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan! In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh, a pharmacist turned successful luxury rental entrepreneur. She shares her inspiring journey from managing $500K in student loan debt to building a …

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Do Whatever He Tells You - Rich Martin 34:24

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This weeks message is by Rich Martin

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5 Smart Strategies to Exit Your Business with Maximum Value Franchise Fridays with Jeff Dudan #200 10:31

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5 Smart Strategies to Exit Your Business with Maximum Value Thinking about selling your business? Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned owner, this episode of Franchise Fridays is your ultimate guide to building a business with a high-value exit in mind. Jeff Dudan breaks down the 5 essential strategies for maximizing your business…

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The Masculinity Crisis and the Power of Vulnerability Judd Shaw’s Message to Men #199 1:17:21

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The Masculinity Crisis and the Power of Vulnerability Judd Shaw’s Message to Men Authenticity, emotional resilience, vulnerability, leadership, raw storytelling, men’s identity, healing from addictions—this episode with Judd Shaw dives deep into unmasking the persona we create for the outside world and discovering real connection, authenticity, and…

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I'll Be The One - Michael El-Takrori 48:04

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This weeks message is by Michael El-Takrori

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S9E14: We Talk of Christ 50:58

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Join Richard and Krista as they explore Elder Gary E. Stevenson’s April 2025 general conference talk, “And We Talk of Christ.” Elder Stevenson teaches the importance of keeping Jesus Christ at the center of our lives. He emphasizes that Christ stands at the heart of His Church and should be the focus of our personal discipleship. Using the example …