Ruslan KD Podcast
The Ruslan KD Podcast bridges the gap between faith and real life. Hosted by Ruslan KD—Christian artist, YouTuber, and author of Godly Ambition—the show explores how to steward your time, talent, and treasure in a culture often at odds with biblical values. Born in the former Soviet Union and raised as an Armenian refugee, Ruslan shares honest conversations, cultural commentary, and practical wisdom to help you live with purpose and bless God.
Episodes
What happens when one of the biggest producers in music—behind hits for Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, and more—reveals that he’s actually a devoted follower of Jesus? In this episode, Ruslan sits down with Rodney Jerkins, better known as “Darkchild,” to talk about his journey of faith, success, and struggle inside the secular music industry.
They discuss the tension of creating music for the wo...
In this episode, we unpack the simple but not easy formula to truly defeat lust and addiction. Drawing from scripture, we explore why lust promises freedom but delivers slavery, and how to go beyond just removing sin by replacing it with purpose, calling, and godly ambition. Ruslan shares his personal journey of breaking free and the biblical blueprint that can lead to real transformation. Subscribe and leave a review!
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In this episode, Ruslan sits down with Christian apologist Wes Huff to explore the difference between chasing influence and building expertise. They discuss the years of faithfulness, study, and behind-the-scenes preparation that led to Wes’s viral impact, emphasizing the importance of character, stewardship, and godly ambition. Together, they unpack what it means to pursue passion that embraces discomfort, live a life worth questi...
Why do so many Christians—celebrities and regular folks alike—still struggle with addiction after coming to faith? In this honest conversation, Ruslan and John McCrae (What Do You Meme?) dive into their personal battles with sexual sin, addiction, and the identity traps that kept them stuck. They explore how culture twists our sense of value, how sin hijacks our purpose, and how freedom is possible through a top-down identity roote...
In this episode, Ruslan KD sits down with Jonathan from Ear to Hear to dive deep into one of the most debated theological frameworks among Christians: dispensationalism vs covenant theology. They unpack what Scripture says about Israel—past, present, and future—and whether modern geopolitical Israel aligns with biblical prophecy.
They explore questions like:
Are the Jewish people still God’s chosen people under a unique covenant?
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In this powerful episode, Ruslan KD shares one of the biggest business mistakes in history—the time Excite’s CEO turned down buying Google for $750K—and draws a profound parallel to how many of us overlook the influence and opportunities God has already placed in our hands. With a deep dive into Luke 19 and the parable of the minas, Ruslan unpacks how stewardship, not status, is what matters most. You’ll learn the difference betwee...
Powfu, the artist behind the viral hit “Deathbed” with over 2 billion streams, sits down to share the untold story of his rise to fame — and the tension it created with his faith. From being told to stop posting about Jesus, to choosing integrity over industry pressure, Powfu reveals how his relationship with God shaped his journey. We also dive into how he creates his unique sound, his ministry in his local community, and how he’s...
In this powerful episode, Ruslan sits down with actor Nick Alvarez—best known for his role in The Chosen—to unpack his incredible journey through Hollywood, faith, and family legacy. From being cast in a Pampers commercial as a toddler to almost walking away from acting for soccer, Nick opens up about the real grind of being a working actor, including countless auditions, rejection, and the emotional toll of trying to "make it."
He ...
In this powerful conversation, Ruslan sits down with Father Josiah Trenham, a prominent Eastern Orthodox priest, author, and YouTuber, for an in-depth dialogue about sacred architecture, spiritual formation, and reclaiming the culture for Christ.
Father Josiah shares the incredible story of how his Riverside parish began in a hot, windowless warehouse next to a train track—and how, through faith, grit, and community, it became a bre...
In this special panel from the Bless God Summit, Ruslan KD sits down with some of the most influential Christian YouTubers—David Wood, Inspiring Philosophy, What Do You Meme, Nate Salah, and God Logic Apologetics—to talk all things YouTube, faith, and calling.
They dive deep into how each of them got started, what it takes to grow a channel in today’s saturated landscape, and why authenticity matters more than fancy gear or a viral ...
Ruslan unpacks the Michael Tait scandal, shares his own journey with sin, and offers a biblical, practical path to freedom through confession, transformation, and purpose.
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This video contains links to products and ...
In this powerful episode, Ruslan KD sits down with lawyer, author, and spiritual formation advocate Justin Whitmel Earley to unpack the intersection of habits, faith, mental health, and purpose. Justin shares his deeply personal story of anxiety, burnout, and the turning point that led him to rediscover the ancient Christian practice of spiritual disciplines — not as legalism, but as a path to flourishing.
From missionary work in un...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop📖: My Go-To Bible Software (Logos 60 Day Free Trial): http://logos.com/ruslan🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.comThis video contains links to products and platforms that we've created because we ...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop📖: My Go-To Bible Software (Logos 60 Day Free Trial): http://logos.com/ruslan🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.comThis video contains links to products and platforms that we've created because we ...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream
🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop
🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop
📰: Bless God Newsletter: https://www.mastermyhabits.com/newsletter
🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.com
📲: SMS Text from Ruslan (Don't Send Links Please) 714-710-1017
This video contains links to p...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream
🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop
🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop
📰: Bless God Newsletter: https://www.mastermyhabits.com/newsletter
🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.com
📲: SMS Text from Ruslan (Don't Send Links Please) 714-710-1017
This video contains links to p...
David Wood Debates Alex O'Connor You Won't Believe How It Went🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop📰: Bless God Newsletter: https://www.mastermyhabits.com/newsletter🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.com📲: SMS Text from Ruslan (Don't...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream
🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop
🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop
📰: Bless God Newsletter: https://www.mastermyhabits.com/newsletter
🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.com
📲: SMS Text from Ruslan (Don't Send Links Please) 714-710-1017
This video contains links to p...
🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream
🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop
🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop
📰: Bless God Newsletter: https://www.mastermyhabits.com/newsletter
🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): https://www.mastermyhabits.com
📲: SMS Text from Ruslan (Don't Send Links Please) 714-710-1017
This video contains li...
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