The Beacon Show with Tamara Jackson

The Beacon Show with Tamara Jackson

Welcome to The Beacon Show, where visionary host Tamara "Tam" Jackson empowers Christian leaders to ignite their God-given potential and illuminate the world with their unique purpose. With over two decades of experience, Tam is a leading light in Christian leadership. Through powerful conversations with True Beacons—leaders who are shining brightly through their faith and influence—you'll gain biblical wisdom and practical strategies to shatter glass ceilings, tap into divine power, and authentically live out your calling. Grounded in Tam's core values of faith, significance, excellence, and classiness, every episode is designed to help you redefine success, prosperity, and godliness in a way that aligns with your Christian values. As you tune in, you'll find yourself inspired, equipped, and energized to fully integrate your faith and leadership like never before. You'll gain the clarity and confidence to walk in your God-given purpose, knowing that your divinely-inspired dreams aren't just possible but inevitable. Get ready to see your impact and influence soar to new heights! Join The Beacon Show community every week and start your journey to ignite your inner beacon. Subscribe now and become part of a growing movement of Christian leaders committed to illuminating the world in a way that only they can!

Episodes

April 27, 2025 22 mins
"How you start is not how you have to finish." In this powerful Season 2 finale of The Beacon Show, Tamara Jackson reflects on the lessons, breakthroughs, and faith-filled moments that have shaped her journey. Through a special Q&A session, she answers key questions on leadership, faith, finances, and walking boldly in purpose. This episode covers: The inspiration behind The Beacon Show and how it serves faith-driven leaders How t...
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Imagine if the funding, resources, and relationships you’ve been praying for could come from someone who’s been listening to your message all along. In this episode, Tamara Jackson breaks down why podcasting is one of the most powerful tools for faith-driven leaders, nonprofit founders, and impact-driven entrepreneurs. If you’ve been looking for ways to attract donors, investors, and supporters who truly align with your mission, th...
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We live in a world that glorifies hustle, exhaustion, and overwork. But what if that’s not how God designed us to operate? In this episode, Tamara Jackson shares her personal journey of juggling God-given responsibilities while battling stress and burnout. She unpacks the moment she heard God’s voice say, “Work from a place of rest, not stress,” and how it led her to rethink everything about leadership, productivity, and faith. T...
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Setting goals is easy—but have you ever stopped to ask if they align with God’s plan for you? In this episode, Tamara Jackson shares her personal journey of shifting from self-driven ambition to Spirit-led goal setting. After years of setting goals her own way, she found herself frustrated when things weren’t working out as planned. That’s when she realized she had been making decisions first and asking for God’s blessing later—ins...
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Over the next two decades, $84 trillion will transfer from Baby Boomers to the next generation, with much of it earmarked for charitable giving and impact investments. Are you ready to position your business or nonprofit to receive funding? In this powerful episode of The Beacon Show, Tamara Jackson breaks down the five key things you need to have in place to attract major donors and impact investors who are looking for good soil t...
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 In this powerful episode of The Beacon Show, host Tamara Jackson sits down with Brian Holtz,, CEO of Compass, to explore his remarkable journey from being an “evangelical atheist” to embracing faith and biblical financial stewardship. Brian shares how a childhood confrontation led him to reject God in favor of science, only to be drawn back through deep study and personal challenges. He opens up about the financial hardships he f...
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MEET YOUR HOST: TAMARA M. JACKSON Tamara M. Jackson, author of "Unlocking Christian Leadership" and Founder of Beaconship, has dedicated over two decades to empowering Christian leaders to make a deep impact on the world. Her vision for The Beacon Show stems from her unwavering belief that every Christian leader has the potential to become a beacon of guidance, hope, and inspiration. Through this podcast, Tamara aims to bridge the...
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In this episode of The Beacon Show, host Tamara Jackson sits down with Janey Oliver, CEO of Stewardship, to discuss how faith-driven financial stewardship can create real impact. Growing up in South Africa, Janey witnessed firsthand the stark inequalities of wealth and poverty, sparking her passion for economic justice. From her early career in banking to leading a Christian financial organization, Janey shares her journey of using...
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Relationships are at the core of who we are—but they’re also where some of our biggest struggles begin. In this episode, Tamara sits down with renowned author and speaker Shaunti Feldhahn to explore the intersection of faith, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of marriage, friendships, or your relationship with God, this conversation is packed with insights to help you thrive. Shaunti sh...
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 In this inspiring episode, Tamara speaks with the trailblazing Bishop Vashti McKenzie about her journey from a family of writers to becoming a leader in ministry. Bishop McKenzie reflects on her days as a social justice writer during the Civil Rights Movement, her unexpected leap into gospel radio, and the pivotal moments when God opened doors she never imagined.She shares how, like Moses, she often felt unqualified but learned th...
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In this empowering solo episode, Tamara dives into the transformative role of faith in achieving business success. She shares practical insights on how to use faith as a guiding force to grow your business, attract the right funding, and make a lasting impact in your community. Drawing from her own experiences and biblical principles, Tamara provides actionable advice for entrepreneurs and leaders looking to align their vision with...
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In this heartfelt episode, Tamara speaks with T Dallas Smith  about his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a trailblazer in real estate. Dallas shares how his grandmother’s prayers and unwavering faith laid the foundation for his dreams of building wealth and breaking generational curses. Through hard work, determination, and keeping God at the center, Dallas turned his vision into reality while staying rooted in ...
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In this thought-provoking episode, Tamara sits down with renowned artist, author, and activist Sho Baraka to delve into his unique journey and the powerful intersection of faith, social justice, and art. Sho shares how his faith fuels his creative expression and drives his passion for advocacy, addressing systemic issues and inspiring change. From navigating the challenges of being a voice for justice in faith-based spaces to using...
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In this powerful episode, Tamara sits down with the dynamic and inspirational Pastor Kim, also known as Real Talk Kim, to explore her incredible journey of faith and resilience. Pastor Kim opens up about hitting rock bottom, losing everything, and the trials she faced on her path to starting over. She shares how she leaned into God’s calling, found purpose in her pain, and built a thriving ministry that touches lives around the wor...
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In this episode, Tamara Jackson opens up about her faith journey, from corporate success to founding Beaconship. She shares how a growing sense of spiritual unrest led her to enter entrepreneurship. Tamara’s story offers a glimpse into the challenges she faced and overcame, her faith's influential role, and the transformative impact of founding Beaconship. Listeners will gain insight into Tamara’s vision for empowering high-end, fa...
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Tom Hoban, Chairman of the Coast Group of Companies, shares his remarkable journey from sleeping in his car to building an $8 billion real estate management empire. He demonstrates how faith-driven business principles and servant leadership can create lasting impact.

 Starting with just $1,200, a plunger, and a pickup truck, Tom and his brother built Coast Property Management through persistence, ethical sales practices, and a commi...

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Pastor Heather Zempel shares her fascinating journey from an environmental engineer on Capitol Hill to a ministry leader, revealing how God uses seemingly unrelated experiences to prepare us for His purposes. She discusses National Community Church's innovative approach to ministry and her work with Dream Collective.

From playing church with stuffed animals as a child to leading discipleship at one of DC's most innovative churches, ...

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Todd White, the incoming CEO of Rescue Mission Alliance, shares his 35-year journey from accounting to faith-based leadership. He discusses how business principles can drive ministry impact and the importance of embracing complex challenges with creativity and optimism.

Growing up in Ventura, California, Todd started his career in dentistry before discovering his passion for accounting and business. His journey led him from public a...

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Alan Barnhart, CEO of Barnhart Crane & Rigging, shares his remarkable journey of building a $250 million company while maintaining a kingdom-first mindset. He discusses how committing to biblical stewardship and capping lifestyle expenses led to extraordinary business growth and charitable impact.

Alan's story begins with embracing Christianity in high school and choosing to view his business career as full-time ministry. Together w...

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In this incredible episode, Chris Lambert, founder and CEO of Life Remodeled, shares how his organization transforms Detroit neighborhoods by repurposing vacant school buildings into community hubs. Chris discusses his journey from aspiring real estate developer to nonprofit leader, revealing key principles for building effective nonprofit organizations.

Chris Lambert's path to nonprofit leadership began with a radical encounter wit...

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