The Generation Distinct Podcast

Every Wednesday, we have released a new Episode talking about current events, the big headlines, justice & activism, mainstream conversations, common struggles and even fresh perspectives on things like politics, mental & physical health, the Church, justice and more.In the final Episode of Season 3, Host Hannah Gronowski Barnett takes us back through the past 3 months to reflect on the interviews we have heard and the tensions points we have entered into. Together, we will pause to process through the valuable lessons we have learned. We will see you here later this year for Season 4 when we will continue to dive into current events, inspiration, real conversations on hard issues, expert interviews and the practical tools you need to navigate life as a young leader in a divided world.

Over the last two years, our world has felt overwhelming. A global pandemic, police brutality, a divisive election, vaccine mandates, school shootings, and more. The last two years have left many of us feeling more stressed, anxious and depressed than ever before. In Season #3 of the Generation Distinct, we have entered straight into divisive issues- believing we can discuss difficult issues in a way that leads us into deeper unity. But, the stress & overwhelm of this season has still taken a toll on our minds, souls & bodies. To finish this season, we are going to address the way the last two years have affected our health and discover how we can move forward into the rest of this season with greater wholeness. Joining us in this conversation, we have Director of the Health Performance Institute, Cory Leman. Links:Atomic Habits by James Clear www.hpi-ibji.com

It has been just a handful of years since the Silence Breakers were named the Person of the Year by Time Magazine and #Metoo became a familiar hashtag. Then, it spread to #ChurchToo and our eyes continued to open to the reality of Power Abuse happening both in our world And…even sometimes in our Churches. We have been so hurt by the abusive power in our world, our generation struggles not to become cynical towards every leader, every politician, every pastor, every person in a position of power. But does power always have to lead to the abuse of power? To join us in our conversation today, we have Spiritual Leader, Justice Advocate, Communicator & Peacemaker Danielle Strickland. Danielle's aggressive compassion has served people firsthand in countries all over the world. From establishing justice departments and church plants, to launching global anti-trafficking initiatives, to creating new initiatives to mobilize people towards transformational living. https://www.daniellestrickland.com/Instagram: @DanielleJStrickland

On November 30, 15 year old Ethan Crumbley shot and killed 4 teenagers at his school right outside of Detroit, Michigan. . And as of this week, Oxford High School still isn't ready to reopen. But the superintendent announced a tentative plan early this month to share the local middle school for two weeks.The high school could reopen for classes during the week of Jan. 24 after families are given an opportunity to visit, Throne said.For every shooting that happens, an entire community is changed forever. Today, we are talking with local Trauma Informed Coach & Local Pastor Drew Daniels to help us understand how a community is affected after a school shooting and how we as young leaders can respond. Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email us at Podcast@GenerationDistinct.com Instagram: @Hannah.Gronowski @GenerationDistinct

This Monday, our nation celebrates and honors the legacy of legendary leader Martin Luther King Jr and his work that shaped history forever. Today, to honor his legacy and also discuss how we can continue to see his dreams of equality fully realized in this country, we have Activist, Singer, Songwriter, Poet & Rapper Sharon Irving. Sharon grew up on the South Side of Chicago, living in the light and legacy of her own activist hero - her grandfather who marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr himself. As she grew up, she began to use her remarkable talent to speak out for justice and equality. You may recognize her from Season Ten of “America's Got Talent”, where she received the coveted “Golden Buzzer” at her first televised audition, and was chosen by America to compete in the Semi-Finals. Social: @SharonIrvingMusicWebsite: www.sharonirving.comSpotify: Sharon Irving List of Suggested Resources - A Note From Sharon: Austin Channing Brown's book entitled “I'm Still Here” Her IG is great to follow for the real and honest truth: https://instagram.com/austinchanning?utm_medium=copy_link Divided by Faith: Evangelical Religion and the Problem of Race in AmericaBook by Michael O Emerson White Awake by Daniel Hill “The Souls of Black Folk” (1903)
by W.E.B. Du Bois God of the Oppressed by James Cone The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of ColorblindnessBook by Michelle Alexander FILMS TO WATCH: Watch Women of The Movement - this is a MUST WATCH - A limited series event based on the true story of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley. When They See Us Selma People to follow and engage with: One of my favorite anti racism educators and activists is Faitth Brooks Her is her IG - https://instagram.com/faitthb?utm_medium=copy_link Love the books this account recommends - https://instagram.com/gelslitreviews?utm_medium=copy_link Links to my stuff: IG - @sharonirvingmusic Twitter - @sharonirving https://solo.to/sharonirvingmusic “Bennett Ave” - name of my debut album with original music and features some songs about the injustices and work to bring reconciliation in Chicago. If they'd like, people can follow my group with Q (fiancé), Living Epistle at https://instagram.com/livingepistleofficial?utm_medium=copy_link “To be a living epistle means you are a living, breathing, walking letter of God's goodness, glory, and grace. That's who we are.”Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email us at Podcast@GenerationDistinct.com Instagram: @Hannah.Gronowski @GenerationDistinct

On November 3rd, The Generation Distinct Podcast came back for Season 3: Tension Points - A weekly conversation about what is really happening in our world.

2020 was not only a year marked by a Global pandemic, racial tension and rising levels of anxiety...those of us in America also lived through a highly divisive election season.Republicans and Democrats alike were tearing each other down in the name of democracy. Arguments on social media blazed and hateful memes were simply the norm. Respect, honor and general kindness seemed to be forgotten morals as everyone felt the right to make fun of the “other side” and even de-humanize whoever didn't agree with them. Families shared tense conversations over meals, friends parted ways based on who they voted for and social media seemed to convince everyone that THEY were on the right side.And here we are a year later with very little progress in the area of unity across political party lines, which causes us to wonder...Is that kind of unity even possible in our world today? ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com

On August 30th of this year, The U.S. military departed the country of Afghanistan, ending a 20-year occupation and leaving Afghanistan in the Taliban's hands.Many of us Americans were very aware of what was happening as we received daily updates on our major news channels. Yet, here we are just a few months later and probably many of us are wondering...now what? What happened to the thousands of Afghan Refugees coming into the US and how can we be a part of their welcome here?To educate us on how we as young leaders can respond is the Vice President of Advocacy and Policy at World Relief, Jenny Yang. ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com With both Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day coming up this week, we have to ask the question... Should we celebrate holidays that marked a horrific time in Native American History? And how do we bring more awareness to Native American Heritage Day? ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com

Over the last 30 years, Native Americans and other groups have protested the celebration of Columbus arriving in America, a historical moment that actually sparked the colonization of the Americas, the start of the transatlantic slave trade and the deaths of millions from European settlers bringing a host of infectious diseases that decimated indigenous populations and the Warfare between Native Americans and European colonistsWith both Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day coming up this week, we have to ask the question... Should we celebrate holidays that marked a horrific time in Native American History? And how do we bring more awareness to Native American Heritage Day? Additional Resources: Sign Language: A Look at the Historic and Prophetic Landscape of America by Terry Wildman First Nations Version: An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email us at Podcast@GenerationDistinct.com Instagram: @Hannah.Gronowski @GenerationDistinct

It seems that more public figures, athletes, celebrities and even politicians are talking about mental health and admitting they too are struggling.Every day, more young people are choosing a profession in the Mental Health field. So..why isn't mental health getting any better in our country? Joining us today for this important conversation is Licensed Professional Counselor, Lindsey Blodgett. ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email us at Podcast@GenerationDistinct.com Instagram: @Hannah.Gronowski @GenerationDistinct

While long-standing tensions between law enforcement and communities of color persist across the country, Black officers in the Chicago Police Department have formed a unique professional organization called the Black Public Safety Alliance to lend perspective to an often divisive message coming from the city's largest police union and their president.These innovative and devoted Officers are offering their voices and their experiences, which they believe is pivotal to the national conversation on law enforcement.And to educate us on where we are at as a country in regards to the conflict on policing issues, we have the President of the Black Public Safety Alliance himself, Sgt Jermaine Harris here with us today. ---Did you know Generation Distinct is way more than just a Podcast? We are a community of passionate young change makers AND we have a 6 month program called, “The Launch Your Passion” Program designed to help you discover the wrong you were born to make right and create a strategy to take action. We all desire to make a lasting impact, fight for justice, build our passions and see the world change...but so often we have no idea where to start. That is where Generation Distinct's Launch Your Passion 6 Month Program comes in.Find out more at www.GenerationDistinct.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email us at Podcast@GenerationDistinct.com Instagram: @Hannah.Gronowski @GenerationDistinct

It's no secret that our culture is big on taking sides right now. Democrat or Republican. Masks or no masks. Defund the police or increase policing efforts. The list goes on. And instead of our conversations around these issues making us better, they are actually tearing us apart.But if we ever want to see real progress in our country, we must find a new way.To educate us on how we can be the young leaders to build pathways to unity we have Dr. Kyle Whitaker. Dr. Whitaker is an Associate Lecturer at University of Wisconsin Green Bay and he recently completed his PhD at Marquette University on, “The Epistemology of Disagreement.” He has taught courses in introductory philosophy, philosophical anthropology, ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and logic.

How do we actually start investing in others? What does that word, “discipleship” really mean? What do I need to know before I start mentoring other people? Pastor, Speaker & Leader Jennyfer Quillopo from Hawaii joins us to share her journey to intentionally investing in others. Listen today if you are wondering what discipleship really looks like in our culture today and the power you have to transform the lives around you.

How do you prepare for the future you want? How do you live intentionally now so you can live your dreams later? How do you build the career you feel called to? Leader, Producer, & Photographer Lindsie Herring shares her journey to finding her dream job and everything she learned along the way. If you are ready to discover how to take the next step towards the career you are looking for, then listen to this Episode now!

Some things just aren't talked about enough. This leads to people feeling alone and believing the lie they are the only one struggling. Today, we want to pull the curtain back on what it really feels like for young leaders to...face postpartum anxiety. What happens when you're trying to lead, celebrating the arrival of a baby, facing new limitations on your schedule, all while carrying the weight of an anxiety you didn't expect. Leader & Co-Founder of Bulletproof Human Performance, Erin Case, joins us to talk about her journey of adjusting to her new reality of being a mom, what postpartum anxiety really felt like and how she is continuing to lead through this experience.

What happens when you feel a call to host an event, launch an initiative, start a conference, or build a church...and no one shows up. Did we fail? Did we miss what God was calling us to? Or...is there purpose even in the moments that don't look like a success? Don't miss this interview with Speaker & Leader Luke Lefevre to discover how he focused on his calling even after disappointment.

Bullying happens every single day to people of all ages around the world. So, why don't we talk about how this bullying impacts our leadership? Well today, we are talking about it. Don't miss this interview with Leader, Social Media Infleuncer and Creative Innovator John Wylie and hear how he healed from his story of bullying & anxiety in order to step into his leadership.

After living the traditional Pastor's Kid life, Shayla had a lot of questions. Who was God really? Did she really believe in Him? And how could she know if He really existed? She set off to find the answers to her questions, spent part of her high shool years living as an Atheist, and tried living without Jesus in her life. But this all changed when she found answers to her biggest questions and discovered who Jesus really is.

Hannah is getting married this week and she wants to invite you into the journey. On this Episode, she will share more about the intentional way she lived her single years in order to maximize that season, live out her calling, and steward her leadership. If you are a young leader feeling the tension of making intentional choices that confuse others, this episode is for you. It's time to live with great intentionality. Who's ready?

You want to be a leader. You want to change the world. You want to walk out your calling. But...you wonder if the abuse, heartbreak and shame in your past disqualifies you. Is this your story? Don't miss this interview with Speaker, Author, Podcast Host & Founder of Heart of Dating Kait Warman and hear how she healed from her story of abuse, heartbreak & shame in order to step into her leadership.

After being raised in the church, Daniel felt discontent seeing how “Christians” treated each other. He knew he wanted to make a difference in the world, but didn't want to take the usual route of working in full time ministry, so Daniel set out to discover how he could use Entrepreneurship to change the world.

What if our callings don't make us look successful? What if the business or ministry we feel called to start isn't growing? What if our community doesn't support our God-given vision? What if chasing after our calling feels unimpressive?What if saying yes to God makes me look like a failure?Find out all the answers to these questions and more in this interview with Speaker, Leader & Podcast Host Eli Bonilla.

As a 26 year old Leader, Hannah is committed to surrounding herself with mentors, spiritual advisors, and a Counselor who can help her sustain her leadership for the long haul. In this episode, she will share what she is learning in her journey through Spiritual Counseling and invite you to join her as she embraces the hard work of becoming an emotionally healthy leader.

In Episode #39, we welcome Podcaster Nadine Krill to hear the story of how she discovered the wrong she was born to make right. What do you do when toxic relationships have left you alone, unsure of who you are and no idea what to do next? How do you find Jesus after running so far away from him? And...does all of that disqualify you from leading? Learn from Nadine as she shares her story of how she rebuilt her life after a toxic relationship left her lost in heartbreak and why Jesus was the hope she needed.

In Episode #39, we welcome Creative Director of Generation Distinct, Michael Mims to hear the story of how he discovered the wrong he was born to make right. Adopted from Korea into an American family, Michael was raised in the church...but something still felt like it was missing and he wondered if following Jesus was really for him. After graduating with his degree in Architecture, he suddenly realized the dream he had been chasing for so long wasn't workout out and he was faced with the question so many young leaders are facing today: What do you do when your dream falls through? Find out today how Michael rediscovered the missing piece of his journey in following Jesus and what happened when he finally went all in.

In Episode #38, we welcome Church Planter & Pastor, Cody Byrne to hear the story of how he discovered the wrong he was born to make right. After rising up in leadership at a prominent mega church in America, Cody had all the opportunities that many young leaders dream of. A big ministry. Amazing team. Growing opportunity. Lives being changed. Steady salary. Everything was perfect. Until God tapped his shoulder and asked him to leave it all to plant a Church in Australia. Find out how Cody realized God was asking him to move his family across the globe and how you too can learn to discern the call of God in your own life.

In Episode #37, we welcome Speaker & Entrepreneur Carly Hartman to hear the story of how she discovered the wrong she was born to make right. Starting her first business before graduating high school set her on a trajectory at an early age...but not everyone agreed with her choice to start leading at a young age. Push-back, discouraging comments, and judgment made her doubt if she really was ready to say yes to the call of God on her life. Listen to this powerful episode to find out how she learned how to block out the voices that distracted her from her calling and walk forward anyway.

In Episode #36, we welcome Pastor of Passion City Young Adults, Camilo Buchanan to hear the story of how he discovered the wrong he was born to make right. After his Father passed away, a cross-country move in Middle School, high school years spent drinking, partying, lying, cheating, and addicted, and being fired from the ministry He started...something happened that changed everything and gave Camilo a second chance to live out his calling. Find out more of his powerful story in this Episode of the Generation Distinct Podcast.

In Episode #35, we welcome Founder of @InstagramForBelievers & Young Adult Pastor Myunique Inez to hear the story of how she discovered the wrong she was born to make right. Myunique received a call on her life when she was a teenager and was thrust into a Youth Pastor role. Everything was going great, until her life fell apart and she felt completely lost. She found herself waiting on the full fulfillment of her calling...wondering if God had forgot about her. Find out more of his powerful story in this Episode of the Generation Distinct Podcast.

In Episode #34, we welcome Podcaster & Entrepreneur Trevor Tyson to hear the story of how he discovered the wrong he was born to make right. At the age of 17, Trevor went through a season of depression and anxiety after a panic attack paralyzed him from stepping onto the stage he was scheduled to speak on later that day. After receiving therapy and going deep into his faith, he discovered his calling to spread a message of vulnerability and that God really can use anyone to do His work in this world. Find out more of his powerful story in this Episode of the Generation Distinct Podcast.

Hannah Gronowski welcomes back her special Co-Host for Generation Distinct's first ever Relationship Series - her own Fiance, Aaron Barnett. This week, they welcome Beth & Jeff McCord to discover the unique ways we can love each Enneagram type in our life. Together, we will dive deep into the core desires and longings of each number and find out what it means to create a thriving relationship with any number you find yourself in a relationship with. Join us for the fifth and final episode in this five week series on building healthy relationships

Hannah Gronowski welcomes back her special Co-Host for Generation Distinct's first ever Relationship Series - her own Fiance, Aaron Barnett. This week, they welcome Addison & Julianna Bevere to ask them how THEY have built a healthy, thriving marriage that lasts. Do you sometimes wonder if you're too codependent? Do you find yourself being too critical? Is there a way to have something that grounds your relationship through both the highs and the lows? Then join us for the fourth episode in this five week series on building healthy relationships.

Hannah Gronowski welcomes back her special Co-Host for Generation Distinct's first ever Relationship Series - her own Fiance, Aaron Barnett. This week, they Speakers, Leaders & Authors of “Love Your First Year of Marriage,” Michael & Amanda Pittman. Hannah and Aaron ask all about how to prepare for their own marriage, what it means to be a couple that thrives and...if the first year of marriage is really as hard as people say it is. If you want to discover how to build a vision for your future or current marriage, then join us for the third episode in this five week series on building healthy relationships.

In Episode #30, Hannah Gronowski welcomes on back her special Co-Host for Generation Distinct's first ever Relationship Series - her own Fiance, Aaron Barnett. This week, they go even deeper into how to create a lasting strategy for your relationship, whether you're single, dating or married. If you want to discover how to build a vision for your relationship, then join us for the second episode in this five week series on building healthy relationships.

In Episode #29, Hannah Gronowski welcomes on a very special Co-Host for Generation Distinct's first ever Relationship Series - her own Fiance, Aaron Barnett! Together, they share the story of how they first created strategy for their own relationship. If you want to discover how to build a vision for your relationship, then join us for the first episode in this four week series on building healthy relationships.

Are you ready to discover the tools you need to lead for the long haul? Do you want to avoid burnout this year? Are you ready to finally master your mindset? Are you looking for a reset this year? Join us in January for our Healthy Leaders series, learning how to thrive in our leadership in 2021. Together, we will start our year learning how we can lead from a place of health and commit to being a generation of leaders that last

Are you ready to discover the tools you need to lead for the long haul? Do you want to avoid burnout this year? Are you ready to finally master your mindset? Are you looking for a reset this year? Join us in January for our Healthy Leaders series, learning how to thrive in our leadership in 2021. Together, we will start our year learning how we can lead from a place of health and commit to being a generation of leaders that last.

Are you ready to discover the tools you need to lead for the long haul? Do you want to avoid burnout this year? Are you ready to finally master your mindset? Are you looking for a reset this year? Join us in January for our Healthy Leaders series, learning how to thrive in our leadership in 2021. Together, we will start our year learning how we can lead from a place of health and commit to being a generation of leaders that last.

What if we ended 2020 with hope? What if God was truly at work in places all over the globe even in 2020? Today, we continue our December Series, Finding Hope Around the World. All this month, we will be interviewing leaders from all over the world to hear the stories of hope taking place around the globe EVEN IN the midst of a year like 2020. Today, you'll hear an interview with Jan Meyerson from The Preemptive Love Coalition. Preemptive Love stretches across Iraq, Syria, Latin America, the United States, and beyond, working together to unmake violence and create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible. Together, we will discover the hope emerging around the world and be equipped to go out and create stories of hope in our own communities.

What if we ended 2020 with hope? What if God was truly at work in places all over the globe even in 2020? Today, we continue our December Series, Finding Hope Around the World. All this month, we will be interviewing leaders from all over the world to hear the stories of hope taking place around the globe EVEN IN the midst of a year like 2020. Today, you'll hear an interview with Leader, Communicator, Church Planter and Social Influencer Clare Hooper from England and discover the hope that can be found through leaning into creativity.

What if we ended 2020 with hope? What if God was truly at work in places all over the globe even in 2020? Today marks the beginning of our December Series, Finding Hope Around the World. All this month, we will be interviewing leaders from all over the world to hear the stories of hope taking place around the globe EVEN IN the midst of a year like 2020. We are kicking off the series with Professional Golfer Turned Author & Hope Advocate, Thane Marcus Ringler who will help us discover what Hope really is and how we can develop it in our own lives. https://www.thanemarcus.com/

In Episode #22, Stephen Brewster joins us to speak on Stephen is a creative leader. He worked in the music business for years finding artists, developing albums, and leading marketing teams. From there he moved into church leadership serving not just as a lead over creative but also on the executive team of multiple mega-churches across the country.

In Episode #21, we are saying THANK YOU for the incredible support the Generation Distinct community has shown for the launch of Hannah's brand new book, “Generation Distinct: Discover The Wrong You Were Born To Make Right” by gifting you with a sneak peak of the Audiobook! Click play NOW for the exclusive opportunity to listen to part of the new Audiobook for free!Do you like what you hear?Visit https://amzn.to/2X6sr3O to order your copy of the Book on Amazon.Visit https://amzn.to/3bUysH7 to purchase your Audiobook on Audible.

In Episode #20, Professor, Leader and Author Shane Wood joins us for an in-depth look at how transformation really happens. What if life was never meant to be perfect? What if, instead, we could learn to thrive EVEN IN the hardest seasons? Together, we will learn how to live a full life in the midst of an imperfect world.