Cia: Contagious Influencers Of America

Jordan Lee Dooley is the epitome of a go-getter. At 25 years young, Jordan had already founded two companies, wrote a national best-selling book, and garnered a large social media following. But now the entrepreneur is learning how to slow down and cultivate a lifestyle that prioritizes herself first. Jordan sits down with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, to discuss her latest best-selling book called “Embrace Your Almost” and how she is still chasing her dreams, but with clarity and contentment.  #SoulScripts #OwnYourEveryday #YourBrokennessIsWelcomeHere #SHEpodcast

“Happy Birthday!” Is what you’d usually say when celebrating someone turning another year older, but if you’re Ainsley Earhardt you say, “I’m So Glad You Were Born!” Ainsley is a TV news anchor and New York Times best-selling author. She is catching up with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, about her latest children’s book to hit #1, “I’m So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are”. This book really celebrates all the happiness and love between a parent and child and treasures the traits that make us uniquely different.   #GladYouWereBornBook #FoxandFriends #AinsleyEarhardt

Imagine writing 19 books, now imagine writing 19 books blind! Jennifer Rothschild has never met a challenge she hasn’t been able to overcome. As an author, speaker, podcaster, wife, mom, and grandma making appearances on TV's "Today" Show and "Good Morning America", there is no such thing as limitations for Jennifer. She shares countless stories of hope and adversity with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, that are sure to give you new-found perspective on life. #4:13Podcast #JenniferRothschild #LessonsILearnedInTheDark

Senator Tim Scott is living proof that the American Dream still exists today. From his family’s history of facing discrimination, growing up in a poor single-family household, or the obstacles he’s faced in his schooling and career, Senator Scott has risen above the hardships to become a leader of our nation. He is the first African American to be elected to both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate and chats with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams about these remarkable stories that are also detailed in his New York Times Best Selling memoir, “America, A Redemption Story.”   #SenatorTimScott #Memoir #AmericaRedemptionStory

Does it is sting when you think about the division in our society right now? Well, let this episode fill your heart with honey! Kyle Mann and Joel Berry are two of the masterminds behind the popular satire site the “Babylon Bee.” Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, talks with the two about some of their best jokes to date and dealing with the scrutiny that comes with being a Christian, conservative platform that tells jokes. When Kyle and Joel aren’t “making up” headlines, they are also writing best-selling books. The two of them talk about their first fictional book, “The Postmodern Pilgrim’s Progress: An Allegorical Tale” and their second tongue-in-cheek guidebook, “The Babylon Bee Guide to Democracy.” #BabylonBee #FakeNewsYouCanTrust #GuidetoDemocracy

Tony Dungy may be best known for becoming the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl and currently a football analyst on NBC, but it’s the work he does with his wife, Lauren, that really is truly remarkable. Throughout their 40 years of marriage, the two of them have fostered over 100 kids and counting. Not to mention, they also have 11 children of their own, eight via adoption. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, chats with the couple about their recently released book, “Uncommon Influence.” They share how they have a purposeful life due to the intentional choices they make every day and how they create positive change by using their gifts and talents when God calls them to. #TonyDungy #UncommonInfluence #LaurenDungy

Four time Emmy Award-winning TV personality, actress and best-selling author, Kathie Lee Gifford returns to the Contagious Influencers of America podcast to talk about her latest project, “The Way.” In theaters September 1st only, it’s a film that brings biblical stories to life with orchestral arrangements, powerful narration, and breathtaking visuals. She also has a book to compliment the project, called “The God of the Way,” co-written with Rabbi Jason Sobel that will help explain the Bible with a fresh perspective. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, asks his friend Kathie Lee about what it took to make all this possible. #KathieLee #TheWay #TheGodoftheWay

TobyMac has endured some of the deepest of valleys but is finding a way to see the little glimpses of goodness again. The seven-time Grammy award winner with six Gold Records is releasing his first full-length project since 2018. Special guest interviewee, KeepTheFaith’s host, Keith Stevens, gets real with Toby, dissecting the songs that helped him grieve the loss of his oldest son. Now, those songs are offering wisdom and hope for those going through similar struggles. The greatly anticipated “Life After Death” album releases August 19.

Has work got you stuck in a rut? Need courage today to make a change? It’s true that Jaime Villalovos became a seven-figure earner before the age of thirty, but her true achievement is being able to make all those business dreams come true, while also building a strong family unit. She shares about that in her book “Happy and Strong” and with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams. Of course, it wasn’t an easy road to the top. Jaime also tells of her days living in poverty, overcoming roadblocks and the motivation behind her business endeavors.  #HappyAndStrong #JaimeVillalovos #DreamLife

They say sharing your story is a courageous step towards healing your own heart, but Nicole Crank’s story is healing countless others as well! Nicole is a popular TV host, international speaker, and author of the new book, “I Will Thrive.” She shares her gut-wrenching journey from assault and abuse, to thriving where she is today with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams. Also joining them is Nicole’s husband, David, to talk about co-leading the large multi-site Faith Church, and their daughter, Ashtyn, who’s diving into the Christian music industry. #NicoleCrankShow #FaithChurch #IWillThrive

Wonder if you have what it takes to be a singer-songwriter? Sheri Thrower has the heart of a teacher and can get you there. Sheri is an award-winning vocal coach and music producer and has helped countless young artists create and produce their own music. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Sheri and one of her artists, Emily Ashby, to talk about the Xs and Os of creating original songs. You can hear Emily’s music, plus many other original pieces created by Sheri and her students, under the music hub, “The Grove Jesus Music,” on all streaming platforms. #TheGroveJesusMusic #SingAkadamie #SheriThrower

What does it take to be a genius? Erwin McManus says if it’s breaking the status quo and changing the ways we view the world, Jesus must be the greatest genius of all-time. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with the author to discuss his latest book “The Genius of Jesus” and how we can all discover our own personal genius. Erwin also shares how his church, Mosaic, based in Hollywood, is impacting lives around the globe. #ErwinMcManus #TheGeniusOf #Mosaic  

Needing that halftime pump up speech to get you through this week? Well look no further than Brian Dawkins. Brian is an NFL Hall of Famer after playing 16 seasons in the league primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles. Also known by his nickname “Weapon X,” Brian’s intensity and leadership on the defensive side of the ball was palpable. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, uncovers what anchored Brian through it all and he reveals incredible stories of faith and family shared in his new autobiography “Blessed By The Best.” Photo courtesy Chasity Edwards. AP Photo/George Widman. #BrianDawkins #BlessedByTheBest #ImpactFoundation

There are no perfect parents, but there are plenty of perfect moments along the way. Stephen Miller, of the YouTube famous family, “The Miller Fam” has learned that raising, get this, seven kids! In his new book “The Art of Getting It Wrong” this dad shares how your failures and disappointments don’t have to be defining. Also a big advocate of adoption and foster care, Stephen talks with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, about his family’s unique dynamics and how they get through the highs and lows in life, including currently living as a family of nine in an RV! #TheMillerFam #TheArtofGettingItWrong #WhatsUpBeautifulPeople    

As an evangelist, Nick Hall is anything but old school and is finding ways to incorporate Jesus into his everyday conversations. But how is he attracting the next generation in droves? This summer,  thousands are gathering in Dallas, Texas at the Cotton Bowl June 24-25th for what he’s calling a “generation defining moment.” Together ‘22 is a modern-day Jesus movement event. On this episode, Nick talks with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, about what he finds younger Christians are looking for in faith, and what they are not.  #Together22 #TogetherorBust #MakeJesusKnown

We The Kingdom has seemingly popped on the music scene out of nowhere earning Grammy nods as a brand new artist, but some of the members have been making music for decades. This contemporary Christian band is a multi-generational family band— consisting of brothers Ed and Scott Cash, Ed’s children Franni and Martin, and dear friend Andrew Bergthold. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with three of the members to discuss how they make it all work­­— from writing songs for their second album to living on a tour bus together. They also discuss the meaning behind some of their most popular music to date like “God So Loved” and “Holy Water.” #WeTheKingdom #GodSoLoved #HolyWater

Nelson Mandela said, “the youth today are the leaders of tomorrow.” Greg Stier is making sure those leaders are empowered by reinventing youth ministry as we know it. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, discusses Greg’s passion for working with teens, which only grew stronger after the tragic Columbine high school shooting happened just down the road from where he worked. Greg is an author, speaker, and movement leader. His latest book “Unlikely Fighter” is his memoir of violence and mayhem―and how God can transform everything. #Dare2Share #GregStier #EveryTeenEverywhere

What would it be like growing up with Charlie Sheen and Rob Lowe and then later become America’s heartthrob as Superman? Actor and producer Dean Cain would know! Before starring in the TV show “Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman”, he was hanging out in Hollywood while his parents were working in the film industry. But Dean paved his own way onto the big screen. He has made over 100 films throughout his career, getting involved with faith-based films as of late. Nine-time Emmy Winner, David Sams, sits down with Dean Cain ahead of the release of his latest film “No Vacancy.” It’s based off a true story and is in theaters exclusively May 9th. #NoVacancy #DeanCain #SuperMan

Need coaching through a challenge? Are you not sure how to be a leader through the immense changes we’re seeing in the workplace? It’s time for some Ziglarisms! Tom Ziglar is the son of the late, great motivational speaker, Zig Ziglar. Tom is carrying on the legacy as the CEO of the Zig Ziglar Corporation helping businesses reach their wildest dreams. His latest book, “10 Leadership Virtues for Disruptive Times,” is especially timely as companies are adapting during the great resignation. Tom shares with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, the groundbreaking guidance for leaders in any setting to succeed. He also shares what it was like growing up with one of the best motivational speakers of all time as his dad.   #Ziglarisms #TomZiglar #DisruptiveTimes