Renee Dollenmayer: My Disability Is My Healing
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: On this episode of The Daniel Kelley Podcast, Daniel welcomes his very first female guest, Renee Dollenmayer, a founder, speaker, and coach who is on a mission to reframe disability into hope and healing. Renee opens up about her journey living with cerebral palsy, growing up feeling like she had to be “fixed,” and the transformative power of her faith. From her early days of feeling out of place in church pews, to launching a global online ministry for women with disabilities, Renee’s story is one of vulnerability, resilience, and radical joy. Daniel and Renee dive deep into...
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Jim Hicks: How one yes has impacted over a million lives
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: Welcome back to The Daniel Kelley Podcast! In this episode, Daniel sits down with Jim Hicks—a world-renowned photographer, devoted husband and father of four, and the founder of Thirst Relief, an organization that’s brought clean drinking water to over a million people since 2005. Over the past nine months, Daniel has had the privilege of getting to know Jim and his family, and today he dives deep into Jim’s incredible journey. From a life-changing late-night encounter that sparked the idea for Thirst Relief, to building a marriage that went through real turbulence and...
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Danny Ortiz: Breaking Free From Man's Religion
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: Welcome back to The Daniel Kelley Podcast! In this episode Daniel sits down with his good friend and mentor, Danny Ortiz—a dynamic author, entrepreneur, and creative leader whose journey from the South Bronx to the boardroom is rooted in resilience, faith, and a passion for storytelling. Alongside special guest, Tucker - this candid conversation unpacks what it really means to discover your true identity, let go of religious performance, and live from the unshakable reality that you are fully loved just as you are. Get ready for a thought-provoking deep dive into the difference...
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Jon Giganti: The Power of Vulnerability and Intention
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: In today’s episode, Daniel sits down with John Gigante—a husband, father, entrepreneur, former Division 1 soccer player, and USA Today bestselling author of With Intention. With over $500 million in closed sales under his belt, John’s professional record is impressive, but it's his internal journey—overcoming personal battles, facing mental health challenges, and committing to living with purpose and intention—that truly sets him apart. Daniel and John dive deep into John’s upbringing in a hardworking immigrant family, the formative experiences that set the stage for both...
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Josh Link: Building Culture And Leading When It’s Hard
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: What if obedience cost you everything—but gave you more than you imagined? In today’s episode, Daniel sits down with Josh Link, founder of Visionary Meals—a seven-figure, software-driven meal prep company born from grit, conviction, and a four-burner stove in a modest apartment. Raised on a farm in Ohio, Josh shares how discipline, hard work, and his close-knit family shaped the entrepreneur he’s become. The conversation explores Josh’s journey from college football and the police academy to stepping out in obedience toward a God-given calling, ultimately...
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Alex Heiden: The Creator Economy Is Changing Everything
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: In this episode of The Daniel Kelley Podcast I sit down with Alex Heiden—an entrepreneur making serious waves in the software and creator economy space. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Alex shares his inspiring journey from flipping shoes and working at tennis courts to building SaaS companies and diving deep into no-code development. He gets real about the highs and lows: dropping out of college, moving across the country, handling explosive business growth, and navigating major setbacks. Alex opens up about his drive to become financially independent, the lessons learned...
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Joshua Weir: The Power Of Virtue And Perseverance
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: On this episode of The Daniel Kelley Podcast, Daniel sits down with Joshua Weir—husband, father of seven (soon to be eight!), and co-owner of Transform Construction, a Columbus-based general contracting business Joshua has built since 2002. But behind the numbers and the business accolades lies a truly remarkable story of radical faith and transformation. Joshua opens up about his unconventional beginnings, from being born to a 15-year-old mother and growing up between hippie communes and divided households in Phoenix and Columbus, all the way to navigating childhood trauma and the...
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Hustle, Hardship & Hope: The Shawn Cunix Story
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: Welcome back to The Daniel Kelley Podcast! In this powerful episode, Daniel sits down with Shawn Cunix—a Columbus, Ohio native whose life story is equal parts inspirational and deeply human. From humble beginnings marked by financial struggle and family challenges, Shawn's entrepreneurial spirit led him from selling Jolly Ranchers in high school to building one of the largest Verizon dealerships in the nation, generating nearly $100 million in revenue with over 70 stores and 350 employees. But Shawn's accolades don’t stop in the business world—he's also a passionate car...
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Finding Faith and Peace After a Life in the Streets
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview: Welcome back to another episode of Divine Potential. Today, we sit down with Jacob Yates, a remarkable individual with a profound story of transformation. Growing up in Columbus, Jacob faced numerous challenges, including the incarceration of his father and a troubled home life. By the age of 12, Jacob was entrenched in the streets, engaging in illegal activities from a young age. Despite having the odds stacked against him, his journey took a significant turn after a series of personal trials and a pivotal spiritual awakening. Now, Jacob is not only an incredible father and...
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How to build a 7 figure newsletter with Nate Kennedy
Daniel Kelley Podcast
Overview Welcome to episode 14 Divine Potential! Today we have an inspiring story of resilience and entrepreneurial wisdom with Nate Kennedy. Nate is a digital marketing expert and a serial entrepreneur who has successfully built and sold seven online businesses, spending over a hundred million dollars on paid ads. After facing bankruptcy in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, Nate pivoted from being a mortgage broker to navigating the digital space, ultimately leading to the creation of a million-dollar agency. He now focuses on building high-value newsletters and media companies, sending...
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Welcome back to another episode of Divine Potential. Today, we sit down with Jacob Yates, a remarkable individual with a profound story of transformation. Growing up in Columbus, Jacob faced numerous challenges, including the incarceration of his father and a troubled home life. By the age of 12, Jacob was entrenched in the streets, engaging in illegal activities from a young age. Despite having the odds stacked against him, his journey took a significant turn after a series of personal trials and a pivotal spiritual awakening. Now, Jacob is not only an incredible father and an entrepreneur, but also a testament to the redemptive power of faith and determination. Join us as Jacob shares his compelling story of resilience and how he turned his life around.
Timestamped Overview:
00:00 "Father's Broken Promise"
06:48 Childhood Revelation: Father's Incarceration
14:39 "Quick Exchange Instructions"
16:21 Unsupervised Freedom
23:20 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Success
30:33 Spiritual Turmoil and Descent
35:47 Consequences of Ignored Decisions
41:42 Conflicted Beliefs in Prison
42:42 Finding Peace Through Growth
49:14 "Reality Check: Earning Respect"
55:11 "Finding Purpose Through Honesty"
58:41 Life-Changing Realization in Jail
01:05:00 From Streets to Spiritual Transformation
01:09:51 Friendship Appreciation Expressed
5 Key Takeaways from the Podcast Episode with Jacob Yates
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A Divine Meeting – Daniel and Jacob’s friendship began at a worship night, later discovering they shared the same gym, reinforcing the idea that God aligns relationships for a purpose.
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A Challenging Upbringing – Growing up in Columbus with an incarcerated father, Jacob was exposed to instability, addiction, and the influence of street life from an early age.
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The Trap of the Streets – Introduced to drug dealing at just 10 years old, Jacob was shaped by older influences, leading to escalating illegal activities, poor school performance, and dangerous consequences.
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Rock Bottom and Redemption – The deaths of loved ones, prison time, and repeated struggles forced Jacob to confront his life choices, ultimately leading him to seek faith and transformation.
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Faith as the Foundation for Change – Through an invitation to church, Jacob encountered God, breaking free from his past and building a legitimate business, now using his story to inspire others seeking a way out.
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Resources:
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