Beliefcast

Beliefcast

Welcome to Todd Sylvester Inspires Beliefcast Podcast. Upon that little word, belief, hang all our sorrows and all our joys.

Episodes

December 8, 2025 64 mins

Elizabeth Smart’s Beliefcast episode is now LIVE.

 

Today, I have the profound honor of sharing my conversation with Elizabeth Smart, a woman whose life is a living testament to courage, faith, resilience, and the power of choosing hope after the unimaginable.

 

At just 14 years old, Elizabeth endured one of the most horrific experiences a person can face. Today,...

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From Darkness to Advocacy — Celeste Edmunds is living proof that the human spirit can rise from the most devastating beginnings.

Taken from her home at age 7, moved through more than 30 cities, and carrying her belongings in garbage bags, her childhood was a cycle of abuse, instability, and survival.

 

But a few caring people stepped in… and those moments saved her life.

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“Transformation isn’t about the perfect body — it’s about the person you become along the way.” — Scott Harrison

 

My latest Beliefcast episode is with Scott Harrison, bestselling author, mindset expert, and founder of The Six Pack Revolution, one of the most impactful transformation programs in the world.

 

Scott has helped tens of thousands of people across 90+...

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Bishop Kevin Foreman is a force of nature. A pastor, author, entrepreneur, and cultural architect who has spent over two decades helping people rise, evolve, and lead.

 

From building one of the most diverse and influential churches in America, to launching a Bible college, a leadership network, and a thriving foundation that serves thousands.  Bishop Foreman is redefining what modern faith...

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From Drummer to Difference Maker

 

Clint Pulver’s story is one of purpose, passion, and impact. An Emmy Award winner, Hall of Fame Speaker, and professional drummer, Clint has inspired millions around the world to live with intention and lead with heart.

 

As the bestselling author of I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations Their People Never Want ...

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November 3, 2025 56 mins

Carlos Vasquez’s story is one of redemption, resilience, and relentless growth. Freed from prison in 2021, he refused to be defined by his past. Instead, he pursued higher education, earning a degree in entrepreneurship from the Drucker School of Management — and founded How To Battle, a movement dedicated to transformation and leadership.

 

Carlos’s book The PRICE: Five Principles to Break...

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Randy Wilstead has been one of my lifelong friends—and truly one of the best human beings I know. His story is a testament to faith, perseverance, and living with purpose.

 

From his days as an All-American baseball player at BYU and Hall of Famer at UVU, to being drafted by the Montreal Expos, Randy’s journey is remarkable. But what makes him truly special is who he is: a devoted husband t...

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From a 29-year prison sentence to transforming lives across the nation, Dave Durocher is living proof that no one is beyond redemption.

 

As the Executive Director of The Other Side Academy, Dave has turned his pain into purpose by teaching honesty, accountability, integrity, hard work, and self-respect to those who need it most.

 

His story will shake your soul ...

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Britt Reid’s story is one of humility, redemption, and hope. Once a Super Bowl Champion coach for the Kansas City Chiefs under his father Andy Reid, Britt appeared to have it all. Yet beneath the surface, addiction and alcoholism were quietly destroying his life.

 

A single devastating choice changed everything. But from the ashes of regret, Britt has risen with purpose, living a life of se...

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Meet Jaylynn Lindley — Miss Provo 2025!

 

At just 19, Jaylynn is already leaving her mark on the world. A biology major at BYU with dreams of becoming an orthopedic surgeon, she’s passionate about helping athletes heal, grow, and rediscover who they are beyond their sport.

 

A former BYU Cougarette and professional dancer for OneRepublic, Jaylynn brings the same ...

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Honored to sit down with Jenn Drummond on my Beliefcast.

 

Jenn is a world record-setting mountaineer, former CEO, and single mother of seven. After surviving a near-fatal car crash in 2018, she made a life-changing decision: to stop playing it safe and start living with purpose. That choice led her to summit Mt. Everest—and ultimately become the first woman in history to climb the second-h...

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September 22, 2025 50 mins

Meet Mathias John — author, award-winning designer, and soon-to-be certified recovery coach.

 

His first book, Not Yet Too Far Gone, grew out of his raw journals during active addiction. Co-written with his therapist Ashley Boyd, it became a lifeline of experience, strength, and hope for anyone who feels lost.

 

As a studio designer, Mathias has built rooms for a...

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Thrilled to share that Jill Schulman’s new book, The Science of Bravery, is now a #1 Best Seller!

 

Jill is a former U.S. Marine Corps Officer, leadership development expert, and founder of Breakthrough Leadership Group. She has dedicated her career to the science of bravery, resilience, and peak performance to transforming research into actionable tools that help people step into courage a...

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Honored to sit down with Al Richards on my Beliefcast!

 

Al is an Internationally Certified Crisis & Recovery Coach, host of The Other Side of Addiction Podcast, and Co-Founder of the Healing Utah Success Summit. His story isn’t just about surviving addiction, it’s about rising stronger through it.

 

After losing a 24-year career, battling addiction, walking ...

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September 1, 2025 51 mins

Honored to sit down with Rob Morris on my Beliefcast!

 

Rob is a former NFL linebacker, Super Bowl Champion, and true resilience explorer. His journey through triumph, adversity, and transformation is nothing short of inspiring.

 

From being a first-round draft pick for the Indianapolis Colts, starting in Super Bowl XLI, and earning the Ed Block Courage Award… to...

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August 25, 2025 46 mins

Today on my Beliefcast, I sit down with Brandy Vega—Army veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Promise2Live, a global movement breaking the silence around mental health.

 

Her mission of Commit. Connect. Community. has reached millions in 117 countries, inspiring people to make the promise to truly live. From the Pocket Hug Project to powerful global livestreams, Brandy is delivering hope, ...

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August 18, 2025 54 mins

Dr. Deonne Johnson is the definition of transformation. She has raised four amazing kids on her own, earned her PhD, climbed the corporate ladder, remodeled homes, and even dug trenches in Nepal. But the most powerful thing she has done is trade in a life of titles and checklists for one that’s aligned with her heart.

 

Today, she’s a coach, speaker, author, and humanitarian helping people ...

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August 11, 2025 45 mins

"She’s led millions in growth, raised a $34M seed round, and still makes it home for family dinner." 🔥

 

This week on the Beliefcast, I sit down with Dr. Amy Osmond Cook—a powerhouse CMO, co-founder of Fullcast, and visionary leader transforming how revenue teams plan, perform, and grow.

 

With a Ph.D. in Communication, 15+ years scaling SaaS companies, and a pa...

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August 4, 2025 55 mins

Derek Miner is the shining example of how we should treat others—in business and in life. He leads with heart, builds with purpose, and blesses everyone in his path.

 

As a partner at @lemonadestandstories and @buildthenbless, Derek is on a mission to transform company culture through positive micro-interactions and service-driven leadership. He’s been named one of Utah’s Top 100 Founders, ...

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July 28, 2025 63 mins

“Writing The Sound of Freedom was a journey through darkness into the light. Every page holds a piece of the fight for the innocent.” – Paul Hutchinson

 

Paul Hutchinson is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist who has dedicated his life to ending human trafficking and uplifting humanity across the globe.

 

As the founder of the Child Liberation ...

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