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Solid Steps Radio Kurt Sauder Chad Russell

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A show to engage, encourage & equip men to ask tough questions of themselves, and to live out their destiny as men, by God’s design. Saturdays at 10am on 94.7FM the Spirit, Louisville, KY, with Kurt Sauder and Chad Russell
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Straight from Revelation 14, the Three Angels’ Messages are God’s last call to a world in crisis. It’s an end-time invitation to truth, worship, and freedom. This compelling series takes you step-by-step through each message—what it means to fear God, give Him glory, come out of spiritual confusion, and avoid the mark of the beast. With solid biblical insight and practical application, you’ll discover why these messages matter now more than ever—and how they point us to Jesus. Check out our ...
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Voiceover Business Strategies That Work The VO Pro Podcast is the go-to show for voice actors who want to grow their voiceover business without relying on casting sites or waiting for agents to hand them work. Hosted by voice actor and business coach Paul Schmidt, this podcast delivers no-fluff, tactical advice on how to market your voiceover services, attract high-quality clients, and build a profitable VO business in a world of AI-generated voices and shifting industry standards. You’ll le ...
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Berlin Wall, and competitive Muay Thai boxing. This sounds life quite a life. As hard as those things sound, nothing could compare to the difficulty of watching your son be zipped up in a body bag after dying from a drug overdose. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad talk to Trey Anson, a man who’s life story needs to be told. It’s a story that involv…
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Are “work for hire” contracts stealing your future? Learn how to protect your voice and your income! If you’re a part-time voice actor dreaming of going full-time, you can’t afford to ignore the dangers of “work for hire” contracts. In this video, I reveal the industry’s dirtiest trick, how it’s costing you thousands, and the steps you must take to…
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From murder to “Uncle Mike”First time incarcerated: 10yrs oldFirst time in adult prison: 18 yrs oldAmount of time in isolation: 7 yrs Total number of years in adult prison: 23 yrs On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome former prisoner Mike McIntosh and friend Justin Lewis about how a softball game lead to going from the identity of tough guy mur…
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Trey Moses Career Numbers at Ball State:An All-MAC Third Team selection as a junior and a MAC All-Defensive Team choice as a sophomore … completed his career as the school record-holder for games played (132) … also ranked second in blocks (139), fourth in rebounds (905), eighth in field goal percentage (53.1), 12th in games started (94) and 13th i…
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“I was a hopeless drug fiend now I’m a drugless hope fiend” -Darin Ashley “prodigal”:1. Wastefully extravagant – spending money or resources recklessly, without care.2. Lavishly generous – giving or spending on a grand scale (can be positive or negative depending on context).When the word prodigal is used, it typically brings to mind the thoughts o…
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“Suicide is a disease for which prevention is the only acceptable treatment.”- Dr. Matthew Sleeth author of Hope Always: How To Be A Force For Life In A Culture Of Suicide. Suicide. It’s a cold, frustrating and gross word. When you hear it, someone comes to mind, someone personal. 130 people everyday will take their own life in America. About 5 an …
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Stop guessing your way to VO success. Discover the metrics that turn talent into full-time income. Are you tired of hustling with little to show for it? In this video, we reveal the essential business metrics every voice actor must track to go from part-time hopeful to full-time pro. Learn how to analyze your audition-to-booking ratio, marketing RO…
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“He doesn’t have much hope.”In a hospital because of Covid and on a respirator for weeks. Cancer spread out on your internal organs. Widowmaker heart attack. Not much hope to survive, let alone thrive. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome great friends John Archer and Barry Suggs on their friendship journey of health challenges and near death …
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The Three Angels' Messages culminate with God's final call in Revelation 14:12: "Here is the patience of the saints!" This isn't about waiting—it's about spiritual toughness when the world pressures you to compromise everything you believe. As the final crisis over worship approaches and two groups form—those who receive the mark of the beast versu…
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Unlock the secret to going full-time as a voice actor with a brand that truly converts. This video reveals how to build a powerful voiceover brand that attracts your ideal clients, boosts your bookings, and grows your business. Learn step-by-step strategies for defining your unique selling proposition, crafting your brand voice, marketing smartly, …
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Every good and perfect gift is from above; every breath is from above. This weeks guest is Amos Martin, and Kurt talks with him about the medical crisis he suffered last March. At the time, Amos thought he had a bad stomach ache, but in reality it was the “widow maker” heart attack! What did he learn from his near-death experience? Make sure you te…
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The Three Angels' Messages deliver God's final wake-up call, and the third angel brings the most solemn warning ever given in Scripture—the only place where God directly threatens unmingled wrath for making the wrong choice. Discover what the mark of the beast really is (it's not a microchip!), who the beast represents, and why forced Sunday worshi…
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Unlock the secret to turning your voiceover demo reel into a client magnet. Discover how a genre-specific landing page can transform your VO career from part-time hustle to full-time success. This video breaks down the exact steps to craft a high-converting demo reel landing page that speaks directly to your ideal clients, boosts SEO, and drives bo…
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The world is being lulled to sleep by a spiritual deception so powerful that even sincere believers are caught in its web. The Three Angels Messages sound a shocking alarm: "Babylon is fallen!"—but this isn't about ancient history. Who is modern Babylon that's intoxicating nations with false doctrines, and why is God urgently calling "Come out of h…
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“Don’t retire, repurpose!…follow the plan…trust the process…” -Ron Mann, Northern Arizona-Louisville hall of fame track coach. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome Hall of Fame track and field coach Ron Mann as he talks about his career, from how he got into running, to how he got into coaching, to how he got to be one of a handful of men to t…
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Worship isn't just singing songs—it's about loyalty, allegiance, and who gets the throne of your heart. The Three Angels Messages reveal that worship is the ultimate battleground between God and Satan, with heaven thundering "Worship Him who made heaven and earth!" But why does this call to worship the Creator matter more than ever in our chaotic w…
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Men can run a company, complete complex projects, and accomplish challenging physical acts. When it comes to emotionally and relationally connecting with a child, however, it can be like speaking a foreign language. Not only is connecting with a child important, but being able to disciple them in the ways of God is even more crucial. On this week’s…
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Feeling like the world is spinning out of control with no accountability in sight? The Three Angels Messages deliver breaking news from heaven: "The hour of His judgment has come"—not someday, but right now. But here's the shocking twist: God's judgment isn't the terrifying courtroom scene you think it is, but the best news you've never heard. Why …
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Ready to Crush Your Next Networking Event? Here’s how. Most voice actors walk into events with no plan—and walk out wondering why they didn’t make any real connections (or land any gigs). In this video, I break down exactly how to network like a pro without being pushy, salesy, or awkward. Whether you’re heading to VO Atlanta, One Voice USA, or a n…
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Is it too late? Can you make a change in your life and path? On this week show, Fritz Bauer talks about his journey from free wheeling bartender in San Fransisco in the 80’s to a husband, father, and adoptive father. How can such a change happen in a man’s life? He met a man that walked out of the grave.…
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In a world obsessed with self-promotion and moral confusion, what does it actually mean to "fear God" without being terrified? The Three Angels Messages reveal that fearing God isn't about terror—but trust, surrender and truth. Why is this call to "give Him glory" cutting through modern chaos like lightning, and how can it anchor your soul when eve…
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Want more VO clients in addition to cold emails? Learn how to create a lead magnet that builds trust, grows your email list, and positions you as the go-to voice actor in your niche. In this video, I’ll show you how to create a simple, high-converting voiceover lead magnet from scratch. We’ll cover how to choose the right client, what format works …
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“Freedom isn't free.” That's a bumper sticker for some people, but it's been a way of life for the men, women and families of the United States military. On this weeks special 4th of July show, Kurt and Chad sit down with veterans Don Waddell (Air Force, Vietnam) and Derek Henricks (West Point, Army, Afghanistan). Don and Derek talk about their exp…
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What if heaven has a personal message just for you that cuts through all the noise of this broken world? The Three Angels Messages start with the most powerful good news ever—the everlasting gospel that transforms addicts, restores the hopeless, and proves your infinite worth through Christ's cross. Why would God open His last message to humanity—n…
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What if heaven sent you a final warning that could literally save your life? The Three Angels' Messages aren't just ancient prophecies—they're God's urgent wake-up call for our generation, revealing the truth about worship, judgment, and where you stand in the final battle. Are you ready to discover which side you're on, and why these messages matt…
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Depression. Anxiety. More than 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. But how many suffer in silence? We’re on the air this weekend talking to Men’s Minister Ronnie Cordrey about his battle with depression and how it’s a reality in men’s lives. (This is a repeat from an episode - enjoy!)…
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Is SEO Dead for Voice Actors in 2025? Not if you do this instead. In this video, we break down how AI has changed the way clients search and what voice actors need to know to keep getting found online. If your website isn’t bringing in leads, traffic, and demo listens, your SEO strategy might be stuck in the past. Learn: • Why old SEO tactics don’t…
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Where did you learn about money? Did your parents ever sit down with you to discuss how to make it, how to spend it, how to save it, and how to give it away? On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome financial author Matt Bell (mattaboutmoney.com). As a young man, Matt received an inheritance, went away and squandered it and then came to his senses…
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Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: What’s the Difference? Wondering whether you need an agent, a manager, or both as a voice actor? In this video, we break down the real difference between talent agents and talent managers in the voiceover industry... what they do, what they don’t, what’s legal, and how to avoid signing with the wron…
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“The same man we saw at the pulpit was the same man we saw at home.”-Dave Stone on his father Sam. On this special Fathers Day week special, former Southeast Christian pastor Dave Stone talks about his father Sam’s legacy, and how it affects him and the rest of the Stone family. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)…
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Want more voiceover clients in addition to cold outreach? A referral program might be the secret weapon you’re missing. In this video, we break down how to build a referral system that actually works, not the vague “just ask your friends” advice. You’ll learn: ✅ What makes a referral program irresistible ✅ Who to ask ✅ How to incentivize referrals …
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The authorities enter the house, filled with 10 children from 3 different fathers, and a mother who struggles with mental illness. In the corner, is a little boy, barely clothed, malnourished, and all alone. After a few years of living in different foster homes, at age 6, he meets the people that become his family. But imagine this child growing up…
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“Evangelism”What comes to your mind when you hear that word? Billy Graham? A man standing on the corner with a sign and megaphone? Does evangelism matter and make a difference? Is there a right or wrong way to do it? On this week’s show Kurt and Chad welcome back Phil Morrison, founder of Hoops For Christ ( https://hoopsforchrist.org ) to talk abou…
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Struggling to stay organized in your voiceover business? You’re not alone—and the solution isn’t more gear. It’s better systems. In this video, I’ll walk you through the exact tools and workflows professional voice actors use to manage projects, track clients, quote confidently, and keep their VO business running like a machine. Whether you’re bran…
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Grief is another word for love.-Firsthourgrief.orgTrauma, loss, and pain are inevitable. It’s just a matter of when. What happens when you lose someone unexpectedly? Whether it be suicide, a car crash, or a sudden death, when and how does the grieving process start? On the latest show episode, Kurt and Chad welcome First Hour Grief’s Rick Schardein…
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Are you a newer voice actor struggling to market yourself? You’re not alone—but you might be making a few rookie mistakes that are costing you clients, gigs, and momentum. In this video, we’re breaking down the biggest marketing mistakes beginners make in voiceover—and how to avoid them like a pro. From bad outreach habits to relying too much on yo…
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In this bonus VO Pro Podcast episode, I sit down with psychologist and procrastination coach Dr. Christine Li — and we dive headfirst into the mindset traps holding voice actors back from building the business (and life) they want. Christine breaks down why imposter syndrome actually means you’re leveling up, how perfectionism masks itself as “prof…
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She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed;” Proverbs 31:27-28 NIV “It’s not easy being a mother. If it were easy, fathers would do it.” —Dorothy on The Golden Girls. Mother’s Day. It’s a day where mothers receive 1/365th of the attention they deserve each year. Moth…
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Struggling to get voiceover clients even though you’ve got the talent and the gear? You’re not alone—and it’s probably not your demo holding you back. In this video, we break down the real marketing strategies voice actors need to start booking consistently. We’ll cover what’s actually working in 2025, what most beginners get completely wrong, and …
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The Kentucky Derby is known as “the greatest two minutes in sports.” The Derby is the oldest American sporting event. Every year the city of Louisville, Kentucky celebrates for two weeks in preparation for a two minute horse race. Is the build up worth it? If you've ever been to the Kentucky Derby, you’d have to say it is. And the majority of the t…
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Struggling to find voiceover clients? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this video, we break down how to find voiceover clients without relying on casting sites or burning yourself out. Whether you’re brand new and looking for beginner voice acting clients or a seasoned talent trying to reboot your marketing, you’ll get rea…
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“From the fall of man, the rest of the Bible is the story of man coming back to the tree of life. ”Question: What is the most mentioned living thing in the Bible, other than God and people? Answer: Trees On this week’s show, author Matthew Sleeth MD talks about his new book “Reforesting Faith - what trees teach us about the nature and love of God.”…
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AI voices are here—and they’re not THAT awful. So where does that leave you as a professional voice actor? In this episode, we break down exactly how to position yourself to beat AI voices and stay booked in an industry that’s changing fast. If you’ve felt the fear, the doubt, or that pit-in-your-stomach moment when you heard a robot that sounded “…
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“Understanding Passover means understanding deliverance.”- John Weiner. “This is my body….” When Jesus said those words, he was practicing a Jewish tradition called Passover, remembering the grace and work of God for the Jewish people hundreds of years before. But this was a different Passover than had ever happened before. One that would change th…
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Want to get booked more from social media — without going viral, dancing on TikTok, or posting random mic-and-headphones pics? In this video, I’m breaking down the 4 content types that actually attract voiceover clients. These aren’t trends or fluff — they’re based on tested strategy that works in the real world. If you’re serious about growing you…
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Imagine you wake up, thinking about what you have to do for the day. You go about your routine, which includes going out for a run before you go to work. Now imagine it’s the end of the day, and you’re lying in a hospital https://www.bankofamerica.com/index.jsp bed, drifting in and out of consciousness, about to die from blood loss. The doctors are…
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Marketing your voiceover business shouldn’t feel like selling your soul. If “promote your VO services” makes you break out in hives, this one’s for you. In this video, we’re flipping the script on everything you think you know about marketing—so you can find voiceover clients, grow your VO business, and build real connections without feeling fake, …
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“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 NIV If we are free why do we sometimes feel like we are living in bondage? Condemning thoughts, compulsive behavior, personal conflict, and spiritual despair can be struggles we all face on a regular bas…
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