<![CDATA[Heiden Ratner Level Up Leadership Podcast]]>56fc0fd4-e573-5cd5-97c8-c82e48f5e3e6Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:12:01 +0000Captivate.fmHeiden Ratnerhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/7ae244fd-48b3-41ca-896b-0c33b4ae2e52/4cG8KdbcTjyTz1FC41hUf2_7.jpgHeiden Ratner Level Up Leadership PodcastHeiden RatnerHeiden RatnerThe Heiden Ratner Level Up Leadership Podcast is a podcast all about leadership, faith, and finding joy in the journey. Every person has the potential to level up in their leadership, and the content in these episodes will help you do just that. We will learn from leaders from a variety of different backgrounds, dive deep into their stories and catch leadership lessons along the way. For more sermon based content from Heiden Ratner you can go to walkchurch.com/sermonshttps://level-up-leadership.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcast"Leading through Systems, Developing People" feat. Heiden Ratner and @RuslanKD"Leading through Systems, Developing People" feat. Heiden Ratner and @RuslanKDIn Episode 32 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Ruslan, Podcaster, YouTuber, and Artist. Together, Heiden and Ruslan share on topics about building systems, loving people well, and how to master the fundamentals when growing as a leader.

Check out Ruslan's channels here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj2yZE96gWsFyeVYnY9zXeg @BlessGodStudios 

]]>In Episode 32 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Ruslan, Podcaster, YouTuber, and Artist. Together, Heiden and Ruslan share on topics about building systems, loving people well, and how to master the fundamentals when growing as a leader.

Check out Ruslan's channels here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj2yZE96gWsFyeVYnY9zXeg @BlessGodStudios 

]]>bbae872b-123d-4c20-a4ff-87ec37a75500Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -080028:56falsefull3232Heiden Ratner"Leading with Grit" feat. Heiden Ratner and Will Browning from Send California"Leading with Grit" feat. Heiden Ratner and Will Browning from Send CaliforniaIn Episode 31 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Will Browning, director of Send California (Church Planting Network). Together, Heiden and Will share on topics of leading relationally, growing throughout each season of life, rejecting passivity, and leading with grit.

]]>In Episode 31 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Will Browning, director of Send California (Church Planting Network). Together, Heiden and Will share on topics of leading relationally, growing throughout each season of life, rejecting passivity, and leading with grit.

]]>836f7c5f-97c9-40f8-b824-30957d0505a7Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -080026:43falsefull3131Heiden Ratner"Leading from Surrender" feat. Heiden Ratner and Jakorian (JB) Bennett (Vegas Raiders)"Leading from Surrender" feat. Heiden Ratner and Jakorian (JB) Bennett (Vegas Raiders)In Episode 30 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Jakorian (JB) Bennett, current NFL player and starting cornerback for the Las Vegas Raiders. Together, Heiden and JB share on the journey of life in sports and how JB has continued to level up in his leadership through each season. In this episode, he goes deeper into the power of surrendering his control to the Lord, and trusting God's plan over his.

]]>In Episode 30 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Jakorian (JB) Bennett, current NFL player and starting cornerback for the Las Vegas Raiders. Together, Heiden and JB share on the journey of life in sports and how JB has continued to level up in his leadership through each season. In this episode, he goes deeper into the power of surrendering his control to the Lord, and trusting God's plan over his.

]]>50332f35-2b7c-4a2e-a093-229c8bfc647cSat, 08 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -080012:54falsefull3030Heiden Ratner"Leading with Resilience" feat. Heiden Ratner and Otis Amey"Leading with Resilience" feat. Heiden Ratner and Otis AmeyIn Episode 29 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Otis Amey, former NFL player for the San Francisco 49ers, now pastoring at Midtwon Church in Sacramento, CA, as well as working with Northern California FCA (Fellowship Christian Athletes). Together, Heiden and Otis share on how to level up through Resilience and gaining wisdom. Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>In Episode 29 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden interviews Otis Amey, former NFL player for the San Francisco 49ers, now pastoring at Midtwon Church in Sacramento, CA, as well as working with Northern California FCA (Fellowship Christian Athletes). Together, Heiden and Otis share on how to level up through Resilience and gaining wisdom. Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>5c1df321-0a14-4267-bba0-a9c673a53a98Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -080020:14falsefull2929Heiden Ratner"Making the Best Use of the Time" Level Up Your Leadership feat. Heiden Ratner"Making the Best Use of the Time" Level Up Your Leadership feat. Heiden RatnerIn Episode 28 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden shares about three keys for "Making the Best Use of the Time." Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>In Episode 28 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden shares about three keys for "Making the Best Use of the Time." Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>57814886-64d7-4331-b742-4b2e869613f8Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -080013:03falsefull2828Heiden Ratner"Reading, Resting, Remaining" 3 Keys to Level Up Your Leadership feat. Heiden Ratner"Reading, Resting, Remaining" 3 Keys to Level Up Your Leadership feat. Heiden RatnerIn Episode 27 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden shares about three keys for growing as a leader this year: Reading, Resting, and Remaining. Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>In Episode 27 of the Level Up Leadership Podcast Heiden shares about three keys for growing as a leader this year: Reading, Resting, and Remaining. Let us know in the comments how you are leveling up through this podcast.

]]>281d7e57-f638-4fa5-af64-9c43059294f2Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -080017:33falsefull2727Heiden RatnerGuard Your Heart While Leading Up with Jud WilhiteGuard Your Heart While Leading Up with Jud WilhiteIn this episode, Heiden interviews Jud Wilhite, Lead Pastor of Central Church in Las Vegas, NV. Heiden and Jud discuss leveling up in leadership while guarding your heart above all.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews Jud Wilhite, Lead Pastor of Central Church in Las Vegas, NV. Heiden and Jud discuss leveling up in leadership while guarding your heart above all.

]]>9e447a53-0715-4c1a-9052-b75a23f2fcefTue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -080034:44falsefull2626Heiden RatnerLeveling Up through 5 Key Relationships with Marvin MumfordLeveling Up through 5 Key Relationships with Marvin MumfordIn this episode, Heiden leads a discussion with Marvin Mumford, Worship Pastor at WALK Church. Heiden and Marvin share leadership insights around 5 Keys Relationships that will help every leader level up!

]]>In this episode, Heiden leads a discussion with Marvin Mumford, Worship Pastor at WALK Church. Heiden and Marvin share leadership insights around 5 Keys Relationships that will help every leader level up!

]]>761f3d8c-6ec7-405e-a31d-e6ac8a178aefFri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00 -080025:52falsefull2525Heiden RatnerLeveling Up through Transitions and Goal Setting with Ryan IvyLeveling Up through Transitions and Goal Setting with Ryan IvyIn this episode, Heiden facilitates a discussion with Ryan Ivy, Executive Pastor of Favor City Church. Heiden and Ryan share leadership lessons learned through seasons of transition as well as how to effectively set and achieve goals.

]]>In this episode, Heiden facilitates a discussion with Ryan Ivy, Executive Pastor of Favor City Church. Heiden and Ryan share leadership lessons learned through seasons of transition as well as how to effectively set and achieve goals.

]]>2c41957c-bfd6-4b3d-9e55-22d1ad8aa1a4Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -080029:50falsefull2424Heiden RatnerLeveling up through 3 Different Seasons: With Reward SibandaLeveling up through 3 Different Seasons: With Reward SibandaIn this episode Heiden sits down with Reward Sibanda, one of the Teaching Pastors at Saddleback Church, in Orange County, CA. Pastor Reward reflects on leadership lessons he has learned from three different ministry contexts he has lived in: Africa, Texas, and Souther California.

]]>In this episode Heiden sits down with Reward Sibanda, one of the Teaching Pastors at Saddleback Church, in Orange County, CA. Pastor Reward reflects on leadership lessons he has learned from three different ministry contexts he has lived in: Africa, Texas, and Souther California.

]]>95e4ae21-2c2a-482e-86c8-b83ce05bf6c9Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -080033:19falsefull2323Heiden RatnerLeveling up by Innovation: With Joe Larot and “KB” Kevin Brewer, of the JabbawockeezLeveling up by Innovation: With Joe Larot and “KB” Kevin Brewer, of the JabbawockeezIn this episode Heiden sits down with Joe Larot and “KB” Kevin Brewer, two of the originators of the Jabbawockeez Dance Crew.

Recently, the Jabbawockeez celebrated 20 years together and Joe and KB reflected on some of the key leadership lessons learned throughout the past two decades.

]]>In this episode Heiden sits down with Joe Larot and “KB” Kevin Brewer, two of the originators of the Jabbawockeez Dance Crew.

Recently, the Jabbawockeez celebrated 20 years together and Joe and KB reflected on some of the key leadership lessons learned throughout the past two decades.

]]>89e0a299-81de-4a61-9967-f855473fd820Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -080047:16falsefull2222Heiden RatnerLeveling up by Leveling Down: Prioritizing the Right Things with Chris PhillipsLeveling up by Leveling Down: Prioritizing the Right Things with Chris PhillipsIn this episode Heiden sits down with Chris Phillips, Lead Pastor of Riverside Church in Denver, CO. Together they shared about how to say “Yes” to the best things and not just anything. How you can level up by prioritizing rightly.

]]>In this episode Heiden sits down with Chris Phillips, Lead Pastor of Riverside Church in Denver, CO. Together they shared about how to say “Yes” to the best things and not just anything. How you can level up by prioritizing rightly.

]]>5f1382ed-8f3d-4aea-bcbe-8d262e4ef39eWed, 29 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -080034:22falsefull2121Heiden Ratner20 years of Leadership with Pastor Benny Perez20 years of Leadership with Pastor Benny PerezIn this episode Heiden sits down with Benny Perez, Lead Pastor and Planter of Church LV in Las Vegas, NV. Pastor Benny recently celebrated 20 years of pastoral ministry and in this podcast he reflects on several of the leadership lessons he’s learned along the journey.

]]>In this episode Heiden sits down with Benny Perez, Lead Pastor and Planter of Church LV in Las Vegas, NV. Pastor Benny recently celebrated 20 years of pastoral ministry and in this podcast he reflects on several of the leadership lessons he’s learned along the journey.

]]>4b9c061f-d979-4fbc-b2e9-a3c5cb2189baTue, 14 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -080043:23falsefull2020Heiden RatnerLeveling Up By Being Led By The Holy Spirit with Todd KaunitzLeveling Up By Being Led By The Holy Spirit with Todd KaunitzIn this episode 19, Heiden sits down with Todd Kaunitz, Lead Pastor of New Beginnings Baptist Church, in East Texas. Together they discuss leveling up in your leadership by inviting and allowing the Holy Spirit to lead in and through you.

]]>In this episode 19, Heiden sits down with Todd Kaunitz, Lead Pastor of New Beginnings Baptist Church, in East Texas. Together they discuss leveling up in your leadership by inviting and allowing the Holy Spirit to lead in and through you.

]]>9585f3b8-f3f1-4286-bfd5-e87248037e0dWed, 25 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -080032:20falsefull1919Heiden RatnerLeading with Expectant Faith and Compelling Vision with Joseph GibbonsLeading with Expectant Faith and Compelling Vision with Joseph GibbonsIn this episode, Heiden sits down with Joseph Gibbons, Lead Pastor of Favor City Church, who recently celebrated 2 Year as a church. Together they discuss key leadership components that Joseph has learned and applied over the last 2 years of church planting in Las Vegas.

]]>In this episode, Heiden sits down with Joseph Gibbons, Lead Pastor of Favor City Church, who recently celebrated 2 Year as a church. Together they discuss key leadership components that Joseph has learned and applied over the last 2 years of church planting in Las Vegas.

]]>719778c1-9307-47d8-ba57-18af521a76a8Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -080030:57falsefull1818Heiden RatnerLeveling up through Fasting, Running, and Perseverance with Mark LeeLeveling up through Fasting, Running, and Perseverance with Mark LeeIn this episode, Heiden sits down with Pastor Mark Lee, Lead Pastor and Planter of Vantage Point Church in Southern California! Heiden and Mark talk through leveling up in leadership through the disciplines of fasting, running, and perseverance. Let’s grow!

]]>In this episode, Heiden sits down with Pastor Mark Lee, Lead Pastor and Planter of Vantage Point Church in Southern California! Heiden and Mark talk through leveling up in leadership through the disciplines of fasting, running, and perseverance. Let’s grow!

]]>9f49f4bc-42e9-4e89-a6e2-c775581b1d74Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -080033:49falsefull1717Heiden RatnerGrowing Pains: Leveling Up by Growing Through Pain with Marvin MumfordGrowing Pains: Leveling Up by Growing Through Pain with Marvin MumfordIn this episode, Heiden sits down with Pastor Marvin Mumford, the worship pastor at WALK Church and they together share about how we level up in our leadership through pain and intentional relationships. Let’s grow!

]]>In this episode, Heiden sits down with Pastor Marvin Mumford, the worship pastor at WALK Church and they together share about how we level up in our leadership through pain and intentional relationships. Let’s grow!

]]>91c67ee1-8bce-43fe-ae43-a6cd67e9767eThu, 05 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -080033:18falsefull1616Heiden RatnerLevel Up By Growing UpLevel Up By Growing UpIn this episode, Heiden shares about the power of growing when it comes to leadership. He also breaks down the word as an acronym, highlights Grace, Repentance, Obedience, and Wisdom. Let’s grow!

]]>In this episode, Heiden shares about the power of growing when it comes to leadership. He also breaks down the word as an acronym, highlights Grace, Repentance, Obedience, and Wisdom. Let’s grow!

]]>bf7bc848-88c8-4058-8b8a-e28acf990f3cTue, 26 Sep 2023 18:00:00 -080017:26falsefull1515Heiden RatnerLeading on and off the field with Miles Killebrew from the Pittsburgh SteelersLeading on and off the field with Miles Killebrew from the Pittsburgh SteelersIn this episode, Heiden interviews Special Teams Captain for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Miles Killebrew. Within this episode Heiden and Miles share about growing throughout the different seasons of life, while prioritizing time to hear the Lord’s voice and follow His leading. As Miles approaches his 8th year in the NFL he reflects on his journey and leadership lessons learned.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews Special Teams Captain for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Miles Killebrew. Within this episode Heiden and Miles share about growing throughout the different seasons of life, while prioritizing time to hear the Lord’s voice and follow His leading. As Miles approaches his 8th year in the NFL he reflects on his journey and leadership lessons learned.

]]>b80166e3-38a5-48d8-b721-1746ea77ca1cThu, 03 Aug 2023 11:15:00 -080039:20falsefull1414Heiden RatnerPrinciples of Great Leadership with Kevin EzellPrinciples of Great Leadership with Kevin EzellIn this episode, Heiden interviews the President of the North American Mission Board, Dr. Kevin Ezell. Throughout this episode Kevin shared multiple principles of great leadership, including: surrounding yourself with great leaders, loving people well, working through adversity, and being honest.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews the President of the North American Mission Board, Dr. Kevin Ezell. Throughout this episode Kevin shared multiple principles of great leadership, including: surrounding yourself with great leaders, loving people well, working through adversity, and being honest.

]]>a31f5e18-c6d3-41b3-9575-d9533e5b1628Mon, 08 May 2023 16:15:00 -080025:09falsefull1313Heiden RatnerLeading by Eliminating Distraction with Darren WallerLeading by Eliminating Distraction with Darren WallerIn this episode, Heiden interviews star NFL Tight End Darren Waller from the NY Giants. Together they share leadership insights on how to eliminate distraction, break through addiction, and lead a level up lifestyle.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews star NFL Tight End Darren Waller from the NY Giants. Together they share leadership insights on how to eliminate distraction, break through addiction, and lead a level up lifestyle.

]]>ad37cc59-5d57-4644-b764-6c78facb8c1cFri, 21 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -080034:45falsefull1212Heiden RatnerLevel up your leadership through the Resurrection of ChristLevel up your leadership through the Resurrection of ChristIn this episode, Heiden takes a look at the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how Jesus models intentional leadership.

]]>In this episode, Heiden takes a look at the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how Jesus models intentional leadership.

]]>329387c3-9f27-48fc-85d3-fa69ccd39c91Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:15:00 -080015:07falsefull1111Heiden RatnerLeading by being Others-focused with David ButlerLeading by being Others-focused with David ButlerIn this episode, Heiden interviews David Butler, who serves with the Send Network as an executive coach to pastors, leaders, and City Missionaries. Heiden and David have a discussion on leading by being others-focused.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews David Butler, who serves with the Send Network as an executive coach to pastors, leaders, and City Missionaries. Heiden and David have a discussion on leading by being others-focused.

]]>c17aad2f-e983-4fa9-9882-3a8d994a5f22Mon, 13 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -080033:07falsefull1010Heiden RatnerLeading Through Culture Shift With Dr. Eric MasonLeading Through Culture Shift With Dr. Eric MasonIn this episode, Heiden interviews Dr. Eric Mason, Lead Pastor of Epiphany Fellowship Church in Philadelphia, PA. Heiden and Dr. Mason have a discussion on leading through culture shift, and strategic leadership development.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews Dr. Eric Mason, Lead Pastor of Epiphany Fellowship Church in Philadelphia, PA. Heiden and Dr. Mason have a discussion on leading through culture shift, and strategic leadership development.

]]>34e8d3b9-7ea5-4f47-8d96-69a5e6ad25d3Fri, 10 Feb 2023 04:15:00 -080024:54falsefull99Heiden RatnerLeading Through Failure with Vance PitmanLeading Through Failure with Vance PitmanIn this episode, Heiden interviews Vance Pitman, the President of the largest church planting network in North America: Send Network. Heiden and Vance have a discussion on leveling up through failure.

]]>In this episode, Heiden interviews Vance Pitman, the President of the largest church planting network in North America: Send Network. Heiden and Vance have a discussion on leveling up through failure.

]]>27a1b49f-ff55-4166-a28b-8fd94ae2dfefWed, 01 Feb 2023 09:15:00 -080042:28falsefull88Heiden RatnerLevel Up by Showing UpLevel Up by Showing UpLean in as Pastor Heiden brings us three points of leveling up by showing up.

]]>Lean in as Pastor Heiden brings us three points of leveling up by showing up.

]]>11546891-d878-4df7-8b55-b7a951f0994eSun, 22 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -080015:44falsefull77Heiden RatnerLevel Up Your Bible Reading With Mike BusseyLevel Up Your Bible Reading With Mike BusseyAs we jump into 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, level up your bible reading with WALK Church's Executive Pastor, Pastor Mike Bussey.

Watch it online - https://youtu.be/ij8dVm4K-ao

]]>As we jump into 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, level up your bible reading with WALK Church's Executive Pastor, Pastor Mike Bussey.

Watch it online - https://youtu.be/ij8dVm4K-ao

]]>b190e7ed-4b61-4df8-9ffa-577b9ce8deebSun, 08 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -080034:10falsefull66Heiden RatnerDesign your year to have Leadership Momentum with Travis OgleDesign your year to have Leadership Momentum with Travis OgleYour year will be shaped by design or default. Start the New Year off right by designing your year to level up in your leadership with Vice President of the Send Network, Pastor Travis Ogle.

Watch it online - https://youtu.be/Ec6WNVNzz54

]]>Your year will be shaped by design or default. Start the New Year off right by designing your year to level up in your leadership with Vice President of the Send Network, Pastor Travis Ogle.

Watch it online - https://youtu.be/Ec6WNVNzz54

]]>6adf77a3-8ca4-4597-88b4-de1ba59da587Sun, 01 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -080037:33falsefull55Heiden Ratner3 Things To Remember This Christmas Season3 Things To Remember This Christmas SeasonMerry Christmas! Pastor Heiden shares an excerpt from the sermon he preached titled, "A Christmas To Remember".

]]>Merry Christmas! Pastor Heiden shares an excerpt from the sermon he preached titled, "A Christmas To Remember".

]]>5063894f-c329-4736-9f19-857bbbfca5feSun, 25 Dec 2022 10:30:00 -080022:31falsefull44Heiden RatnerLead With GratitudeLead With GratitudeIn Episode 3 - “Lead with Gratitude," Heiden shares three areas of gratitude every person listening can consider and apply in the season of life they are in.

]]>In Episode 3 - “Lead with Gratitude," Heiden shares three areas of gratitude every person listening can consider and apply in the season of life they are in.

]]>9116855a-ca12-45d7-af25-79d7a74a1389Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -080010:25falsefull33Heiden RatnerLeaders are Confident with Trey Van CampLeaders are Confident with Trey Van CampIn Episode 2 - “Leaders are Confident" Heiden interviews Trey Van Camp on areas of leadership, lifestyle rhythms, and his new book: The Non-Anxious Pastor.

]]>In Episode 2 - “Leaders are Confident" Heiden interviews Trey Van Camp on areas of leadership, lifestyle rhythms, and his new book: The Non-Anxious Pastor.

]]>83cff80c-a9c8-4f13-9746-3b13a8e5e156Sat, 19 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -080038:50falsefull22Heiden RatnerLeaders are Learners (3 Lessons learned along the journey)Leaders are Learners (3 Lessons learned along the journey)In Episode 1 - "Leaders are Learners", Heiden shares about leveling up his leadership in 3 key areas of life: sports, ministry, and family. In each of these areas there is a leadership principle you can grow in today.

]]>In Episode 1 - "Leaders are Learners", Heiden shares about leveling up his leadership in 3 key areas of life: sports, ministry, and family. In each of these areas there is a leadership principle you can grow in today.

]]>29d3eca7-dc2b-42c6-9ac5-7abfd3fb9336Sat, 29 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -080028:57falsefull11Heiden RatnerIntroducing: The Heiden Ratner Level Up Leadership PodcastIntroducing: The Heiden Ratner Level Up Leadership PodcastIn this opening episode Heiden shares the vision and heart behind the Level Up Leadership Podcast.

]]>In this opening episode Heiden shares the vision and heart behind the Level Up Leadership Podcast.

]]>c327eeef-9d47-4fed-a5d4-a88aefacf52cThu, 15 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -080003:19falsetrailerHeiden Ratner