Faith & Life Episodes

In this episode, Wayne sits down with Brandan Thomas, CEO of Houston’s Open Door Mission, for an honest and deeply compassionate conversation about homelessness and addiction, branching into the importance of dignity and the power of human connection. Rather than reducing people in crisis to statistics or social problems, Brandan challenges listeners to begin with something simple but often overlooked: relationship. From learning someone’s name to showing up consistently, he shares why genuine ...

In today's episode Wayne sits down with former Green Bay Packers offensive tackle and Packers Hall of Famer Ken Ruettgers for a thoughtful conversation about football and faith. Ken reflects on his journey from Bakersfield, California to USC and into a 12-year NFL career with the Green Bay Packers, sharing stories from a pivotal era in franchise history—including the culture shift that came with the arrival of Brett Favre and Reggie White as well as the road that ultimately led to a Super Bowl ...

Today on The Wayne Watson Podcast, Wayne welcomes longtime friend and 1996 U.S. Open Champion Steve Jones to explore the intersections of golf, resilience, and faith that outlasts every trophy. From small-town beginnings to winning one of golf’s most prestigious championships navigating the ranks of regional competitions to win that title, Steve shares what it takes to compete at the highest level, diving into the pressure of Q-School and the discipline behind elite performance, along with the ...

In this debut episode of The Wayne Watson Podcast, Wayne sits down with marketing executive, author, and marathon runner Brian Boyd for a compelling conversation about faith under pressure and leadership in uncertain times, diving into the strategies and disciplines required for finishing strong. From his upbringing in a ministry-centered family to building a global marketing agency, Brian shares the defining moments that shaped his journey—including his firsthand experience on September 11, an...