Wake up, Gear Up, Come Alive! Known Legacy

Wake up, Gear Up, Come Alive! Known Legacy

Known Legacy Podcast | Christian Men’s Podcast on Faith, Family & Leadership The Known Legacy Podcast is a top Christian men’s podcast designed to help men grow in faith, leadership, marriage, and fatherhood. Hosted by the team behind Known Legacy Ministries including Podcast hosts Bill Yuhasz and Travis Hartjen, this podcast equips men to live with purpose, integrity, and biblical truth in a world that challenges their role. Each episode features authentic conversations on topics like Christian discipleship, marriage, parenting, mental health, men’s ministry, and spiritual growth. Whether you’re a husband, father, pastor, or leader, you'll find practical wisdom, encouragement, and real-life stories to help you build a lasting legacy. Topics We Cover: ✔ Biblical Manhood & Christian Leadership ✔ Marriage & Parenting from a Christian Perspective ✔ Faith-Based Conversations on Culture & Identity ✔ Overcoming Struggles & Growing Spiritually ✔ Encouragement for Pastors, Husbands & Fathers ️ New episodes drop biweekly! Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Join the conversation and start building your legacy today!

Episodes

June 11, 2026 33 mins

Everything rises and falls on leadership—but in a world filled with broken leaders, how do we know who to trust?

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, Bill and Travis welcome Brian Becker back to the show to tackle one of the greatest needs facing men today: strong, healthy leadership.

Drawing from his new book, Igniting the Powder Keg, Brian shares what real leadership looks like, how to identify leaders worth following, an...

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AI is changing the world faster than most of us can keep up—but what happens when we begin relying on it for more than information?

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys dive into the opportunities, challenges, and hidden dangers of artificial intelligence. From creativity and critical thinking to relationships, purpose, and human connection, they explore how AI is shaping our lives and how we can use it without lo...

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“Am I really becoming the man I want to be?”

Summer is the perfect time to slow down and honestly reassess the direction of our lives. Are your priorities leading you toward the life, faith, marriage, and legacy you actually want… or are you just staying busy?

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, Bill and Travis sit down with author Ryan Tinetti to talk about his powerful book, The Quiet Ambition. Ryan shares t...

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Addiction destroys in the dark. Freedom begins in the light.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, Brian Becker — certified executive coach, author, and speaker — joins Bill and Travis for a raw and powerful conversation about addiction, confession, healing, and restoration.

For years, Brian kept his struggle with pornography hidden, believing silence would protect him and his family. Instead, it slowly eroded trust, i...

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How to hear the voice of God.

This week on the podcast Bill breaks down some practical truths about how to hear the voice of God and what might be in the way for you to hear His voice clearly. If you struggle to know whats next on your journey or feel distant from God this one is for you. check it out now.

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Life can hit hard and be discouraging with no reprieve in sight. This week teh guys relaunch one of Bills favorite episodes. This one reminded Bill of the value of staying the course. If you are fighting to stay encouraged and you know God has called you to what your doing, this one is for you. Check out the full description below. 

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God has placed a warrior inside every man—but somewhere along the way, many of us have believed the lie that we have nothing to offer. This week on the podcast, the guys sit down with Chris Grainger, founder of The Lion Within Us, as he shares a powerful story of betrayal, loss, and ultimately renewal through the transforming power of Jesus Christ.

Chris unpacks how God meets us in our brokenness, restores what’s been l...

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The average person will experience 1–2 traumatic events in their lifetime.

A career first responder will face 600 to 700.

That’s the heavy reality Jay Mayo couldn’t ignore.

Instead of looking away, Jay stepped up and founded Epic Warrior — a powerful nonprofit ministry dedicated to walking with first responders, veterans, and their families through trauma, PTSD, and the hidden battles they face.

In this powe...

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Not everyone gets the happy childhood or strong family they dreamed of.

Dr. John Trent, founder of StrongFamilies, grew up without ever knowing his father until later in life. The pain and confusion from that absence shaped his early years — until a godly man stepped into his life and introduced him to Jesus.

But the trials didn’t stop there. Years later, John faced one of a father’s greatest fears — a waywa...

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Raising Your Kids to Know God

Discipling your children doesn’t have to be awkward or intimidating.

Many dads feel unsure where to start or worry it will feel forced, but helping your kids know God and understand their identity in Christ is one of the most important things you’ll ever do.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys break down four practical, doable steps to make family discipleship simple and natural...

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When the Story Isn’t Over

“Gods not looking for perfect people..”

There are moments in marriage when it feels like the walls are closing in… when giving up seems like the only way out. But what if that’s not the end of the story?

This week on the podcast, Brian and Alissa Fields join us to share their powerful journey through brokenness, betrayal, and restoration. They open up about how God met them...

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It’s hard to take the right steps if you don’t know where you’re going.

This week on the podcast, the guys dive into why it’s crucial to define the end goal—what success really looks like—and how that clarity shapes the decisions you make every day.

They unpack practical steps for men to cast a clear vision, lead with purpose, and show up stronger for their families and communities.

If you’...

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Gaming isn't just play—it's a powerful way to reach hearts for Christ.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys welcome Carter Hammond and Brandon Hargest from Soldiers for Faith Ministries. They share the inspiring vision behind Warriors Gaming: creating a welcoming space where kids with autism and other disabilities can connect with peers, build friendships, experience fun through gaming, and most importantly, hear ...

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Marriage is both beautiful and a battle. This week on the podcast the guys dig deeper about the struggle that marriage can bring. They talk about how to keep communication open and how to stop passivity that can creep in as the years go by. if you are single or have been married for years, there is truth to be taken from this podcast.

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Behind every healed heart is a story of radical forgiveness and God's redeeming love.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys sit down with John Smithbaker, founder of Fathers in the Field Ministry—a powerful outreach that pairs godly men with fatherless boys to introduce them to their Heavenly Father and guide them toward healing.

John vulnerably shares his own transformative journey: growing up abandoned by his ear...

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Behind every legacy is a faithful life lived behind the scenes. ️

Loved sitting down with David Smallbone on the Known Legacy Podcast, to talk about Unsung Hero — the power of perseverance, family, faith, and trusting God when the dream feels impossible. His story is a reminder that the quiet sacrifices no one sees often shape the greatest impact.

You may also be familiar of his family, including his children of Grammy, award...

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Parenting is difficult no matter the age, but guys like Jim Burns are helping us to make it easier. This week the guys have Jim Burns, founder of HomeWord ministry on the podcast sharing about his book “Doing life with your adult children”. The interview doesnt stop there with helpful insight on how we should journey with our aging parents as well as walking through tumultuous relationships with those who have hurt in a...

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Do you know that marriage can make you happier? This week on the podcast the guys interview Arlene Pellicane, Author, Speaker and contributor of National Marriage Week going on Feb 7-14th 2026. She shares insight from her book Making Marriage Easier and helpful tips for Husbands and Wives.  If you are skeptical about marriage, or feel like your marriage has lost it’s spark, this ones for you! Don’t miss out on this...

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Ever feel completely burned out—exhausted from loss, grief, the grind of life and ministry, and that deep sense of disconnection from your purpose and from God?

You're not alone, and there's real hope on the other side.

This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys welcome back their friend Mike Weaver, lead singer of Big Daddy Weave. Mike vulnerably shares his raw journey through one of the darkest seasons of his life: nav...

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What would you say if you could sit down with your younger self? In this episode, the guys have an honest and reflective conversation, sharing the wisdom they wish they had known as teenagers and young adults. From faith and purpose to identity and calling, they talk through lessons learned the hard way—and truths rooted in God’s Word.

With a growing number of men ages 18–24 returning to the church, this conversat...

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