The Broken Bean

At The Broken Bean, we roast faith, service, and a bold cup of coffee into a rich blend of stories and wisdom! Hosted by Rev. James Campbell—“Chap”—a master roaster of souls with years of experience as a chaplain, a sanctification advocate, success cultivator, leadership developer, revolutionizing inventor, veteran entrepreneur, and global retailer—this podcast brews heartfelt conversations from the frontlines of law enforcement, veteran support, and global outreach. With a career steeped in service across multiple law enforcement agencies, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and international ministry, Chap grinds together duty, resilience, and divine purpose in every episode. Each story is brewed with the comforting ritual of coffee, a warm symbol of connection and community. The Broken Bean is where cops, coffee, chaplaincy, God, leadership, and global perspectives collide. Inspired by Chap’s work nurturing the mental and spiritual wellness of police officers, his outreach as a Veterans of Foreign Wars chaplain, and his travels across the world, the show stirs in cross-cultural insights and lessons from the road. From the bold roast of faith sustaining officers on duty to the finely ground wisdom of leadership drawn from military service and international business, every episode is a unique blend of experiences. Dive into real-life stories of resilience and redemption—whether it’s grinding through the challenges of jail ministry, brewing hope in humanitarian efforts, or sipping on reflections from successes and failures. Chap’s core values—Loyalty, Excellence, Assertiveness, Duty, Endurance, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage—are the beans that fuel this faith-driven mission. The broken coffee bean, imperfect yet transformed into something extraordinary, mirrors the lives reshaped by God’s grace. Expect a robust pour-over of heartfelt interviews, practical wisdom, and coffee-fueled musings. Topics range from navigating the spiritual grit of policing to brewing ministry networks across borders, all while savoring life’s lessons. Whether you’re a law enforcement professional, a faith seeker, or just love a good cup of joe, The Broken Bean is your space to pause, recharge, and reconnect with purpose. Tune in for a fresh brew of inspiration, grab your mug, and join the conversation—because a broken bean can brew something insightfully delicious.