Why Me Project

After 7 years and almost 350 episodes, the Why Me Project is wrapping up... for now! This week features Hollie and Johnny as they reflect on the Why Me Project, including some Why Me Moments from each of their lives, the incredible story of Johnny Rocket's start in radio, and encouragement for those difficult seasons of life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She was co-anchoring Good Morning America Weekend and co-hosting The View when she stepped away from both to follow her true purpose: To Love God and Love People. Originally aired in May 2020, Paula Faris joins the Why Me Project to talk about her career, fears, burnout, hitting the reset button, and her "Why Me?" moments. Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired in August 2018, this episode features worldwide worship leader and acclaimed artist Chris Tomlin. Despite his busy schedule, Chris joined the *Why Me Project* to share how he stays focused on God, his roots and family life, and the journey of his incredible music career. Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired in July 2019, this episode features keynote speaker and coach Gary Greeno as he shares his "Why Me?" moments with Johnny and Hollie. Gary dives into conversations about faith, sports, and crafting a legacy game plan. With over 25 years of experience in coaching and leadership, Gary brings powerful insights on what it takes to win in sports, business, and life. Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you are 6’5 and weigh over 300 pounds, football kind of makes sense -- but for our guest this week, David Beard, it wasn’t always on the radar! In this podcast from February 2019, Johnny and Hollie follow David's journey to becoming an offensive lineman in the CFL and talk faith, football, and the responsibility he feels towards the community. Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode, originally aired in March 2018, features Toby Morrell—a man of many talents. You might know him from the bands Emery or Matt and Toby, the Bad Christian Podcast, or as the host of the TrueMan Experience. Whether you're familiar with him or not, Toby offers valuable insights on being authentic to ourselves and to God, making this a conversation worth hearing. Toby talks about: Growing Up Conservative Passion for Music Birth of Emery / Tooth and Nail Parenting and Music Finding Your Way Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode originally aired in November 2019. Author and radio host Dr. Gary Chapman shares his "Why Me?" moments with Johnny and Hollie. They talk about marriage, counselling, and his best-selling book "The 5 Love Languages." Learn all about building better relationships and viewing God's plan not as a roadblock, but guidance of where we need to be!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's From the Archives episode originally aired in January 2020. Writer, artist and musician Morgan Harper Nichols shares her journey with Johnny and Hollie on this episode of Why Me Project. They talk about being home-schooled as a preacher’s kid, being creative, writing and music, and her "Why Me?" moments. Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode From the Archives originally aired in May 2022. Hollie and Johnny are joined by Kechi Okwuchi, who miraculously survived a plane crash in 2005. She shares about the crash, her recovery, and what she's doing now. Kechi talks about: ⦁    Growing Up ⦁    Crash ⦁    Rehab ⦁    Faith ⦁    More Than My Scars Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's From the Archives episode originally aired in March 2022. Most teenagers are trying to figure out what their future will be. Juxtapose that with this weeks guest Jesse Sprinkle, who was making music, playing shows, and going with the flow! 30 years later, we look at how Jesse's amazing career always seems to be changing! Jesse talks about: Music Career Blue Brick Recordings Photography Tea Release of Universes Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why would someone hurl themselves down an ice track at over 120 km/h?! Who signs up for that challenge? Originally aired in March 2021, Johnny & Hollie talk with two time world championship silver medalist in bobsled, and representative of Team Canada, Melissa Lotholz. Melissa talks about: Being in a small town Sports Training Support Faith Why Me Rapid Fire What's Next? Episode Links Melissa Lotholz: @melLotholzWhy Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isn't it great when you can sit back and hangout with an old friend? This week welcomes Christian radio veteran Bill Scott to the show! They talk faith, radio, and life -- with a cheeky sense of humour! Bill talks about: Radio Faith Z-Jam Fundraising Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's From the Archives originally aired in May 2021. Our guest Branan Murphy has a passion for music and people. Johnny & Hollie brought some tough questions, to which he gave some honest, real answers. Branan talks about: Music Adoption Faith Art & Creativity Why Me? What's next? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week features a conversation that originally aired in March 2023. Heather shares with Hollie and Johnny about mental health, support, suicidal ideations, and the incredible things she is doing with her Life Box. If you or someone you know are struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can text 9-8-8 in both Canada and the United States. Heather talks about: Mental Health Support Life Box Financial Support Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's fascinating how a story, a message, or a word can impact so many. This week features Hollie and Johnny's conversation with author & pastor Doug Bender which originally aired in January 2021. Doug talks about: Growing Up New confidence I AM SECOND “I Found Love” Why Me? Episode Links Doug Bender: @dougbenderWhy Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when someone you love struggles with addiction? This week features Hollie and Johnny's interview with author / blogger Leah Grey which originally aired in September 2021. Leah talks about: NYC Writing Addiction Help Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're featuring an episode from October 2020 with one of the top Christian hip-hop artists of all time, and definitely of this generation. It was great to gain insight not only into the hip-hop lifestyle but also into the personal struggles of the man behind the music. He is an author, writer, artist, actor, advocate, and family man -- it was an absolute pleasure to speak with Lecrae! Lecrae talks about: Music Faith Nov 1st, 2018 I Am Restored Family Why Me Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week features a replay of Why Me Project's 200th episode with Grey Cup champion quarterback Chuck Ealey. Chuck talks about: Growing up Football / Professional Sports Education Retirement Hall of Fame Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's From the Archives episode features Dr. Heather Thompson Day who appeared on the Why Me Project in June 2021. She shares about her life, her incredible career, and most importantly, about how we communicate. Heather talks about: Educators Communication Faith It's Not Your Turn A Whole Person Why Me? Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week features an episode from February 2021. How many of us have said, “My resolution or goal is to read the entire Bible in one year”? Our guest Tara-Leigh Cobble, has a podcast and a book, The Bible Recap, to help make that possible. Tara talks about: Growing up in church Reading the Bible The Bible Recap D-Group Why Me Episode Links Tara-Leigh Cobble: @taraleighcobbleWhy Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.