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I believe that we were all Made to be Great! This podcast will get into topics like leadership, marriage, parenting, masculinity, society, pop culture, Christianity and from time to time even politics. The connecting theme is how to reach for greatness in all of these areas of our life!
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Why Most People Feel Stuck Today (Focus, Hustle & The Path Forward) ARJUN DHINGRA
In this episode with special guest ARJUN DHINGRA, we dive into the real reasons people feel stuck in life and business—and the disciplines that help high performers stay focused and keep moving…
The Black & White Conversation Everyone Avoids — But We Had It | Marriage, Race & Hard Truths
In this episode, we talk about fear, race, perception, and the conversations most people avoid having. No yelling. No politics. Just honesty.Sterlin admitted something uncomfortable.Josh asked…
S1E29 Winning in Mortgage: Fairway Independent Mortgage CEO Steve Jacobson on Speed, Trust & Leadership
In this special episode of Made to Be Great, Josh sits down with Steve Jacobson, CEO and Founder of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, for a transparent and powerful conversation about…
S1E28 Will Housing Crash 50% in 2026? Colton Lindsay vs. Logan Mohtashami
Is a 50% housing crash coming in 2026 — or is that fear-driven hype?In this intense debate, Colton Lindsay and Logan Mohtashami go head-to-head on the future of the U.S. housing market.Colton argues…
S1E27 I Survived 2008, Discrimination, and Burnout - This Is What Kept Me Standing
Most people quit when pressure hits.Laura Mead chose gratitude.In this episode of the Made to Be Great Podcast, Josh sits down with Laura Mead to unpack a 30-year journey through real estate,…
S1E26 Real Estate Through Crisis, Growth & Faith (26 Years of Lessons)
In this episode of the Made to Be Great Podcast, Josh sits down with longtime friend and real estate partner Christi Ramey, a seasoned realtor with 26 years of experience, to unpack real lessons from…
S1E25 Men, Modesty & Responsibility | Healing, Self-Control & Godly Leadership
In this episode of the Made to Be Great Podcast, Josh sits down with Sterlin for a raw, honest conversation about men, modesty, healing, and responsibility.Sterlin shares personal experiences,…
S1E24 Part 2: Modesty, Masculinity & Responsibility in Gen Z Dating | New Year 2026 Conversation
Welcome to Part 2 of the Made to Be Great Podcast New Year 2026 conversation.In this episode, Josh and his oldest daughter Juliana go deeper into a faith-centered discussion on modesty,…
S1E23 Part 1: Gen Z Dating, Modesty, Anxiety & “Performative” Culture | New Year 2026 Conversation
Welcome to the first episode of 2026 on the Made to Be Great Podcast.In this special New Year episode, Josh is joined by his oldest daughter, Juliana, for an honest father–daughter conversation about…
My journey | Overcoming Scoliosis | BONUS POD
When What You Love Becomes an Idol — and God Takes It Away | BONUS POD
Still Waiting? Here’s How to Trust God | BONUS POD
Josh shares a powerful perspective: it’s even more inspiring to see someone trust God and worship Him while waiting, rather than only celebrating when they receive answers. Faith is not just in the…
S1E22 She Lost a Navy SEAL Son… A Mother’s Strength with Karen Vaughn
Today on the Made To Be Great podcast, I sit down with Gold Star Mom Karen Vaughn—mother of Navy SEAL Aaron Carson Vaughn (SEAL Team Six), who gave his life during his fifth combat deployment.This…
S1E21 Enduring Pain: Losing Cheer, Finding Purpose | How God Used My Hardest Season
In this emotional and inspiring episode of the Made To Be Great Podcast, Josh sits down with his oldest daughter, Juliana, to share her story of passion, pain, faith, and purpose.From falling in love…
S1E20 How to Keep Moving Forward When Life Gets Hard
Josh opens up about something that’s been on his heart lately — resilience. Not the motivational quote version, but the real side of pushing forward when life gets heavy, when fear takes over, or…
S1E19 The Power of Networking: How the Right People Can Change Your Life
Be Yourself — The Right People Will Find YouIn this episode, Josh and Sterlin open up about their real-life experiences — the wins, the lessons, and the challenges that shaped who they are today.…
S1E18 Part 2: Breaking Old Habits In Marriage | Your Marriage Can Be Saved | We Almost Lost Our Marriage
In this episode of the Made To Be Great Podcast, Josh and Jess open up about the struggles they faced that almost cost them their marriage — and how breaking old habits completely transformed their…
S1E17 We Almost Lost Our Marriage | The Truth About Counseling, Love & Growth
In this episode of the Made to Be Great podcast, Josh and Jess discuss the essential elements of a successful marriage, focusing on communication, love languages, and the importance of…
S1E16 Truth Isn’t Afraid of a Question | A Conversation About Grace, Culture, and Humanity
In a time where disagreement turns into division, Josh and special guest Sterlin sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about truth, grace, and the state of our culture. From cancel culture and…
S1E15 Why I Changed My Podcast Name to Made to Be Great | Josh Velazquez
In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to change the name of my podcast from The Josh Speaks Podcast to Made to Be Great.This new name reflects the heart and purpose behind the show: helping…
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Made to be Great with Josh Velazquez has published 34 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Made to be Great with Josh Velazquez is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 30m.
