If the Pope needs to do a Podcast maybe you do too!
Inconvenient Ideas with Stan Hustad...the Radio Man
Release Date: 06/13/2025
Inconvenient Ideas with Stan Hustad...the Radio Man
On the first day of December, while many people are still digesting Thanksgiving leftovers and arguing about when it’s “socially acceptable” to play Christmas music, broadcaster and performance coach Stan Hustad steps up to the microphone with something more than seasonal sentiment. In his new Monday series, Inconvenient Ideas with Stan Hustad, he invites listeners into a world where what we see, hear, and even believe may be—quite literally—too real to be fake and too fake to be real. Stan begins with a memory from his days hosting the early morning show “Morning Sound” on a...
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A TWiT Talk with Stan “The Radio Man” Hustad On this post-Thanksgiving “Black Friday,” veteran broadcaster and performance economist Stan Hustad explores why so many people still “leave money on the table.” With sharp insights and light humor, this 15-minute TWiT Talk explains the real origin of the phrase and how it applies to modern business, media, and the performance economy. Key Ideas: • The poker-table origin of “leaving money on the table” • How entrepreneurs underprice, under-offer, and underperform • The importance of full performance in the modern economy •...
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On Thanksgiving Eve—one of the most meaningful, reflective, and even quietly complicated days on the American calendar—veteran broadcaster and business-performance coach Stan Hustad steps into the “How to Be Useful” virtual studio with a simple story and a profound invitation: Let this Thanksgiving Eve be different. Let it be useful, grateful, and transformational. In a warm and deeply human 10-minute reflection, Stan guides listeners through a practice he began years ago—a practice he now teaches in his performance coaching and encourages leaders everywhere to adopt: ...
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As Thanksgiving week arrives, What It Takes Radio brings forward another thoughtful, 10-minute conversation from veteran broadcaster and business performance coach Stan Hustad—a message wrapped in gratitude, wisdom, a touch of humor, and a powerful challenge to do it right in life and business In this Thanksgiving meditation—part encouragement, part coaching moment—Stan reminds listeners that this season isn’t just about turkey and tradition. It’s about relationships, gratitude, and the courage to live and work with intentional excellence. A Summary That Stands on Its Own In “When...
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Living on the Edge — Lessons from a Heart and a Life A Transplant Zone Reflection with Gary Register In this moving short feature from The Transplant Zone, host Stan Hustad sits down once again with Gary Register — a man living day by day in the tension between hope and uncertainty as he awaits a heart transplant. Today’s conversation was framed by the news of the passing of former Vice President Richard “Dick” Cheney, who died at 84 after a long and complex journey with heart disease — a journey that, for many years, mirrored the one Gary now walks. A Shared Story of Fragile...
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And he and you must decide what to do next because we are all at turning points. In this latest episode of Inconvenient Ideas with Stan “the Radio Man” Hustad, listeners are invited to step into the Curiosity Zone—that place where everything you thought you knew might be wrong. With his signature mix of humor, insight, and challenge, Stan declares a new national observance: Turning Point Day. Why? Because almost everything—from world politics to personal purpose—is shifting, and every one of us is standing at a crossroads. From the geopolitical to the...
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The Tuesday Truth: Reflections from the Radio Man On a brisk Tuesday morning, broadcaster and performance coach Stan Hustad—known to listeners as The Radio Man—takes his audience on another insightful journey through modern leadership and media reality. His latest episode of Inconvenient Ideas begins, as always, not with politics, but with a principle: “Donald Trump is still the king.” Not, Stan clarifies, the king of America—but the king of the ratings. And that’s no small difference in today’s performance economy, where visibility equals influence and airtime equals authority....
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In this thought-provoking edition of Inconvenient Ideas, Stan Hustad offers a 15-minute story-time reflection on power, personality, and perception — all wrapped around a provocative headline: “Donald Trump is smiling now because he’s the King of POP.” But in Stan’s hands, POP doesn’t mean “Prince of Peace.” It means Power, Opportunity, and Personality — the currency of modern influence. An Idea Worth Wrestling With Broadcasting from the What It Takes Radio studio — standing tall, gesturing, and speaking with his whole body as he always does — Stan begins by reminding...
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The latest episode of TWIT Talks with Stan Hustad dives into a topic we all know but rarely name: the strange power of empty threats, the certainty of foes when you try to do good, and the absolute necessity of performing in today’s world. Stan kicks off with a smile and a sting: “If you’re doing well—and especially if you’re helping others do well—you will have foes.” It’s a truth rooted in history, spirituality, and everyday reality. Add to that a few comic tales from Stan’s days as “Mr. H” the high school teacher—like the student who threatened to “pee on the...
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The Curiosity Zone, hosted by Stan Hustad, has always been a place where inconvenient ideas meet everyday wisdom. In his latest program, Stan takes listeners on a thought-provoking ride through media, leadership, and the surprising lessons of a fiery presentation given by former Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Whether you loved the message or loathed it, the performance itself offers a master class in communication for anyone navigating today’s performance economy. The Power of Performance Stan begins by reminding us that podcasting—whether with video or audio—has always been “radio at...
info_outlineWell maybe the Pope doesn't have to after all he is the Pope. But maybe he wants to. But he is a missionary just as I was a missionary and still am, and that means that we will do any media in any way we can to reach people with good news and good ideas and tell good stories. That's where I learned to do radio, as a missionary radio guy broadcasting all around the world.
But the thing that turns me on right now is the fact that you don't have to be a big shot and have lots of money and stuff like that to be on the radio. You can be on the radio with your own program and even your own radio station.
It's a wonderful opportunity, and remember that Donald Trump did not become president because he had lots of money and was a real estate development leader. ... He became president because he was the only one running who knew something about using the mass media and had been a television star... And the chance is that he was re-elected because he went on all of the podcasts.
And as I used to say on late night radio, "just let that sit on your head for a while."
And now STOSH the robot wants to add his two cents to the conversation.

If the Pope Can Podcast, Maybe You Should Too
*By Stan the Radioman*
Let’s get real for a moment: when the Pope decides it’s time to do a podcast, it might be a gentle nudge from above that it’s time you considered it too. Yes, that’s right—His Holiness behind a microphone, reaching out with stories, insights, and blessings via a podcast. Now, if that doesn’t make you stop and think, what will?
Hello friends, this is Stan, your friendly Radioman, and today I want to have a heartfelt conversation with you—one that starts with a bit of humor, moves through the madness of modern media, and ends with a serious call to action. Because in a world where even the Pope is podcasting, you and I have something important to consider: the voice we were given is meant to be shared.
A Podcast with a Purpose
The idea of the Pope doing a podcast might sound like the punchline to a late-night monologue, but it’s real—and it’s revealing. It shows us that no matter who you are or what platform you occupy, communication is changing. The microphone isn’t just for professionals anymore; it’s for teachers, leaders, creators, dreamers, and everyday folks with something meaningful to say.
I’ve been preaching this for years. As someone who’s been part of the podcasting world since its scrappy early days, I’ve seen firsthand how it empowers people. Podcasting is not just about talking—it’s about performing, persuading, connecting, and even healing. In a world heavy with war, noise, and division, there’s something beautiful about claiming a little corner of the digital universe to speak your truth.
And trust me, it’s not just about becoming famous or building a brand (though it can do that too). It’s about making sure your story, your message, and your mission aren’t left unsaid. That might be for your business, your ministry, your family legacy—or even just your sanity.
Why This Matters Now
We live in war-like times. Cities burn, nations battle, and the noise of conflict seems louder than ever. But in the middle of all that, there’s room for something different: storytelling. Hope-sharing. Peace-making. And that’s where podcasting becomes more than just a marketing tool—it becomes a mission.
You don’t need a studio or a big audience. You just need your voice and the courage to use it. Take it from me—and now from the Pope—your message matters.
You may try it and discover, like I did with golf, that it’s not quite your thing. That’s okay. But at least you’ll have explored it. And maybe along the way, you’ll discover a new version of yourself. You don’t have to be a podcaster. But you need to understand the power of this platform because the world is listening—and they need voices that speak truth, peace, and hope.
Key Takeaways for You to Remember and Share
• Podcasting isn’t just media—it’s mission. Your voice can be a force for good in chaotic times.
• You don’t have to be perfect—just present. Try it, test it, and see what happens.
• Performance is the new marketing. People respond to authenticity, personality, and presence.
• Storytelling is soul work. It heals the speaker and the listener.
• If the Pope is podcasting, you’ve run out of excuses.
A Gentle Challenge and a Call to Peace
So here’s the deal. I’m starting a podcast on podcasting. Why? Because I want to help people like you discover that your voice can make a difference. Whether you want to grow a business, write a book, teach a lesson, or just speak peace into a noisy world, I want to help you do it.
And in the spirit of peace—real, deep, abiding peace—I leave you with this thought from Jesus himself: *“My peace I give to you.”* That’s the kind of peace we need more of. And maybe, just maybe, your next step in building that peace starts behind a microphone.
So let’s do this together. Reach out to me at stan@witradio.net. No pressure. Just possibilities. Because in this day and age, if the Pope can do it… well, maybe it’s your turn.
**Amen. Let’s go.**