Maverick River Podcast with Tim Lukei (Mariners Men's Pastor) & Eric Heard—raw, shoulder-to-shoulder conversations in the wild about faith, manhood, marriage, fatherhood, leadership & spiritual growth. Featuring guests like John Eldredge & Kenny Luck plus powerful real-life testimonies. Ignite your walk with Jesus and impact your world.
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From Performance to Grace: Noah Elias on Kingdom Creativity
In this episode of the Maverick River Podcast, we are joined by world-renowned artist and Kingdom strategist Noah Elias. Noah’s story is a powerful testament to what happens when a "self-made" man encounters the refining fire of the Creator.
From overcoming a traumatic childhood to building a creative empire with partners like Disney and Universal, Noah has seen it all. But his most profound insights come from the "crucible" moments—the seasons of loss and foreclosure where God stripped away his performance and revealed his true identity as a son.
Join us as we discuss:
Moving from "boy" to "king" in your spiritual journey.
Why transformation cannot be microwaved.
How to turn your business into an asset that underwrites the Kingdom mission.
The power of "metabolizing" biblical truth into real-world results.
This is more than a business interview; it’s a roadmap for any man looking to steward his talent and story for something greater than himself.
Connect with Noah Elias:
Website: noahelias.net
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahelias
Life & Business Vital Signs Audit: noahelias.net/audit
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Maverick River Collective: https://maverickriver.com
1 Sept 2026
Why I Became a Firefighter After Ground Zero | Phil Hanlen
In this moving episode of the Maverick River podcast, we sit down with Phil Hanlen, a Long Beach Firefighter/Paramedic and Vice President of the Long Beach Firefighters Association.
As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Phil shares a deeply personal account of his journey. At just 20 years old, he felt a spiritual pull to Ground Zero, where a profound encounter amidst the recovery efforts changed the trajectory of his life forever. Phil discusses how that experience birthed his calling to the fire service, the importance of mental health and spiritual support for first responders, and how he is now working to ensure we "Never Forget."
Support the Event: Phil is the Co-coordinator for the inaugural Long Beach World Trade Center 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Join the community on September 12th to honor the fallen and support the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Whether you are climbing the 110 stories or attending the memorial reception, your presence matters.
Register and learn more here: https://longbeachstairclimb.com/
In this episode, we discuss:
Phil’s experience volunteering at Ground Zero in 2001.
The "Salvation Moment": A vision of a lion in the rubble.
The reality of "compartmentalization" and mental health in the fire service.
The incredible story behind the 343 occupancy load at the Long Beach event.
What it means to answer a divine calling.
Connect with Maverick River: If this episode spoke to you, please subscribe and leave a review. It helps us continue to bring you stories of faith, leadership, and resilience.
22 Aug 2026
They Called Him Crazy: The Story of Daniel Nuñez
What does it take to turn a "crazy" dream into a reality that impacts an entire nation?
In this episode of Conversations in the Wild, we sit down with Pastor Daniel Nuñez, the visionary leader behind Kingdom Builders Ministry. From his early days as a young leader thrust into the fire of a church split to his current mission of planting 500 churches across Mexico, Daniel’s story is a masterclass in faith, humility, and the power of a God-sized vision.
We explore:
The Power of Waiting: Why Daniel spent two years in submission before leading his first church.
Scaling the Vision: How he reached his goal of 50 churches and why he’s now aiming for 500.
The Heart of the Father: Why the greatest need for men in Mexico isn’t just a building, but a father figure.
Practical Mission: How Maverick River is partnering with Daniel to build homes, churches, and pickleball courts to reach the community.
Whether you're a leader looking for inspiration or someone seeking to understand how to build a lasting legacy, Pastor Daniel’s wisdom on "retiring from what you don’t like" to focus on your true calling is something you don't want to miss.
Connect with Maverick River Collective: Visit our website to learn more about our mission and how you can join us on a build in Baja.
https://maverickriver.com/ (https://maverickriver.com/)
Visit Kingdom Builders Website:
https://www.kingdombuildersministry.net/ (https://www.kingdombuildersministry.net/)
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