The Rise Up Kings Podcast with Skylar Lewis

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful and deeply personal conversation, THINK Media Founder and CEO, Sean Cannell shares how being fired by all of his freelance clients became the catalyst for building a million-dollar YouTube empire. But this episode goes far beyond YouTube strategy — it dives into faith, fatherhood, character, spiritual warfare, discipline, addiction, and purpose.Sean reveals:- How God “kicked him off the cliff” into full-time entrepreneurship- The early days of volunteering with a $300 camera in a small-town church- How Think Media grew to 5M+ subscribers across all channels- Why character must grow faster than your platform- How Christians should create culture rather than curse it- Sean’s battles with alcohol, weed, burnout, and pressure- The spiritual disciplines that rebuilt his life- How to future-proof any business in the digital age- Why men lose vision — and how to get it back- What it means to be a “media missionary”- How God is moving through healing, deliverance, and the supernaturalThis conversation is raw, honest, faith-filled, and deeply practical for entrepreneurs, content creators, and Christian men striving to step into their calling with integrity and excellenceConnect with Sean on all social media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWWFavn3ym0w3myTD5OX59ghttps://instagram.com/seancannellhttps://twitter.com/seancannellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/seancannellhttps://linktr.ee/seancannellFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailRyan Michler, founder of Order of Man, joins Skylar Lewis to talk about the war on masculinity, fatherhood, and responsibility. Ryan shares how his own struggles with passivity, addiction, and divorce forged his mission to help men reclaim sovereignty, learning to lead, protect, and serve with purpose. Together they confront the crisis of fatherless sons, the deception of “toxic masculinity,” and how hiding pain destroys a man’s soul. This is a call for men to wake up, take ownership, and lead again.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailFrom crack houses and an orphanage in Philly to Hollywood producer, Joe Knopp shares how God fathered him, why media moves culture, the Dennis Quaid “Who’s God?” moment from I Can Only Imagine, and why Andrew Tate isn’t the model for men. A raw conversation on sonship, strength, and Trojan-horsing truth into film.Connect with Joe Knopp: Website: https://www.joeknopp.comIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7839151/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealJoeKnoppFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtubeFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailA rocket-propelled grenade exploded just 10 feet away from me in Afghanistan. My heart stopped — doctors shocked me back to life. That moment changed everything. This near death experience became the turning point that revealed my purpose and deepened my faith. In this powerful episode of the Rise Up Kings Coach’s Corner, we talk about how God can turn pain into purpose, tragedy into transformation, and how every battle is preparing you for your breakthrough.Featuring Coach C.J., a combat veteran whose story will challenge your perspective on suffering and faith, and Coach Mondoe Davis and Coach B.J., who share how Romans 8:28 plays out in real life: “All things work together for good.”For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Skylar Lewis sits down with Ruslan KD to tackle one of the toughest questions Christians are facing today: Do we have to pick a side on Israel?Within the first 90 seconds, they dive deep into the “I’m done choosing sides” moment — unpacking why Israel isn’t a monolith, what it really means to support a nation’s right to exist, and how believers can honor both truth and compassion. Ruslan challenges the extremes of blind nationalism and anti-Israel sentiment, calling for biblical balance and responsibility.From there, the conversation expands into godly ambition vs. selfish ambition, how to build a business for God’s glory, and why generosity is the antidote to greed. Skylar and Ruslan discuss revival after tragedy, Gen Z’s battle with nihilism, and how personal responsibility is the cure for a culture addicted to victimhood.This is a raw, faith-driven dialogue between two Christian leaders calling men to rise up, think critically, and live boldly for the Kingdom.Watch for: “Israel Derangement Syndrome,” the truth about ultra-Orthodox Israel, how to glorify God through business, Christian revival, and why clarity is kindness in culture.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailIn this Rise Up Kings episode, Skylar Lewis sits down with Don Manning, a seasoned fatherhood mentor and founder behind Crazy Cool Family. Don shares how chasing success nearly cost him what mattered most, why God’s design for family looks “crazy,” and the one shift that turned his marriage and kids’ hearts around. If you want to be a man who leads with strength, humility, and love, this conversation will recalibrate your standards.What you will learn:• How to stop sacrificing your family on the altar of success• Why identity in Christ beats achievement and performance• The “love leads to obedience” model that actually changes behavior• How to build trust with your kids without losing standards• A practical path from control and fear to connection and influence• Why the healthiest gift you can give your family is a healthier you• Real mistakes, real repentance, real results in a 30 year marriage Chapters:00:00 – I Refused to Sacrifice My Life on the Altar of Success01:00 – Achieving for Approval: When Performance Becomes Identity03:41 – The Moment God Redirected My Life07:21 – Meeting My Wife and Redefining Success10:12 – What Makes a Marriage Actually Work11:15 – God Said “Go Get Hurt” — The Lesson That Changed Everything16:54 – God’s Crazy Design for Family19:30 – From Control to Connection in Parenting23:13 – Love Before Obedience: The Model That Transformed Our Home25:41 – The Sentence from My Daughter That Broke Me35:13 – The Parenting Mistake I’ll Never ForgetConnect with Don Manning & Crazy Cool Family:Website: https://crazycoolfamily.com/Podcast: https://crazycoolfamily.com/podcast/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crazy-cool-family/id1452747296Book: https://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Cool-Family-Rethink-Way/dp/171703554XInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazycoolfamily/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crazycoolfamFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailDiscover the hidden truths about America’s founding fathers, the Bible in schools, and the real story behind separation of church and state. David Barton reveals shocking documents and forgotten history…From America’s 250-year legacy as the longest-running constitutional republic to the untold role of faith in shaping laws, education, and freedom, this conversation uncovers what most history books leave out. You’ll hear stories of courage, slavery’s complex history, black elected officials before 1900, the founding of political parties, and powerful moments from World War II to modern policy battles.Connect with Wallbuilders on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/wallbuilders/WallBuilders (official site) — https://wallbuilders.com/For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailThe Rise Up Kings Coaches gathered and sat down to discuss Charlie Kirk’s assassination, sparking a powerful conversation on faith, courage, and the cost of standing for truth. Learn what it means to live fully, risk boldly, and make your life count and the powerful lesson Charlie left us with. Chapters:00:00 – Intro00:15 – Faith over safety00:33 – Never fully showed up01:07 – Opening prayer01:38 – Reaction to Charlie Kirk’s de@th04:32 – Anger, grief, hope, and grace06:23 – Every day is a gift08:04 – Wrestling with celebrating de@th10:01 – Playing at a higher level15:20 – Stepping into the darkness17:21 – Safety in the boat?23:47 – Afraid to live vs. die26:17 – Life is but a vapor29:02 – Be different, live by example30:21 – Love conquers all things32:06 – Closing thoughts#RiseUpKings #CharlieKirk #LegacyFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailChristian Hip-Hop pioneer Tedashii goes from Christian rap stages to the edge of ending his life, then finds a raw, painful path back through faith, therapy, and purpose. In this Rise Up Kings episode, he tells the story of losing his son Chase, 12 suicide attempts, the intervention that saved him, and why emotional movement matters for men. Watch, share, and subscribe — full interview + resources below.🔔 Subscribe for more hard conversations: Rise Up Kings🌐 Connect with Tedashii on social here:🔗 Website: https://www.tedashiionline.com/ YouTube: ‪@tedashii_116‬ Instagram:   / tedashii  X :   / tedashii  TikTok:   / tedashii  Facebook:   / tedashii  Linktree (all links): https://linktr.ee/tedashiiIf you’re struggling: US Hotline 988 / your local crisis line — you’re not alone.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us Fan MailThe 5-Minute Rule: Live Like Today Is All You’ve GotLife is short, and tomorrow isn’t promised. In this powerful conversation, the Rise Up Kings team unpacks what it means to “stay alive until you die” and why five intentional minutes with your family, your marriage, or your calling can transform everything.From biblical wisdom in Psalm 90 to real-life stories of loss, resilience, and legacy, this discussion will challenge you to stop procrastinating, break free from comfort, and live fully present right now.Whether you’re a father, leader, or man of faith, this episode will inspire you to:- Maximize every day instead of waiting for “someday”- Apply the 5-Minute Rule to your family, marriage, and work- Reject comfort and choose growth through pruning and refining- Embrace survivor’s obligation and live with no regrets- Retire from comfort, not from purpose—your pulse is proof you still have a missionDon’t just survive life. Show up and live fully.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt