Front Runner
The front runner is an underdog because they are not expected to win the race. Here is the thing though, a front runner is one who takes risk. They bet on themselves. They run their race. They run to win. In this podcast, I will be interviewing friends who are Front Runners. Not in the literal track and field sense but the underdogs who dared to take risks, who bet on themselves, who are determined to run their own race. Who run to WIN. They lead from the front and as they say in track and field they leave it all on the track.
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Monday Nov 24, 2025
Monday Nov 24, 2025
In this episode of Front Runner Podcast, in this series from his live show Beautifully Imperfect, Isaiah shares his spoken word piece “Come to the Altar.” Rooted in 2 Corinthians 4:7–10, this poem reminds us that though we are jars of clay—fragile, flawed, and often broken—we carry within us the surpassing treasure of Jesus Christ. In a world that leaves us afflicted, perplexed, and struck down, the altar is where we bring our pain, our imperfections, and our questions, and discover that we are never crushed, never abandoned, and never destroyed. This piece is both an invitation and a reminder: the altar is not the end, it is the beginning of hope.
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Monday Nov 10, 2025
Monday Nov 10, 2025
In this episode of Front Runner Podcast, in this series from his live show Beautifully Imperfect, Isaiah shares his spoken word piece “More Than Broken.” Written during a season marked by loneliness, grief, and the longing for community, this piece speaks to the deep ache of being surrounded by people yet still feeling unseen. Isaiah weaves together personal experience and the stories of others—father wounds, isolation, and the epidemic of loneliness—to reveal how God meets us in our emptiness. More Than Broken is both a cry and a comfort, reminding us that even when our hearts feel shattered, we are never abandoned, and there is hope for healing and wholeness in Him.
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Intro and Outro Music by Thomas The Third
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Monday Oct 27, 2025
Monday Oct 27, 2025
In this episode of Front Runner Podcast, in this series from his live show Beautifully Imperfect, Isaiah shares his spoken word piece “Our Father.” Born out of grief, brokenness, and the search for healing, this poem wrestles with the deep ache of father wounds and the longing for wholeness. Through raw honesty, Isaiah redeems the pain of earthly absence by pointing to the steadfast love of our heavenly Father. Our Father is both lament and hope—a declaration that even in our deepest loss, God remains present, faithful, and true. It’s an invitation to grieve honestly, yet cling fiercely to the Father who never leaves.
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Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
In this episode of Front Runner Podcast, in this series from his live show Beautifully Imperfect, Isaiah shares his spoken word piece “Manhood Unveiled.” Born out of wrestling with cultural and church messages about what it means to be a man, this piece dismantles the myth that strength means never being weak. Isaiah opens the door to a deeper truth—that we are not Christians because we are strong and self-sufficient, but because we are weak and in need of a Savior. Vulnerability is not failure; it’s the very space where God’s power is made perfect. Manhood Unveiled is a raw invitation for men (and women) to embrace weakness as the pathway to grace.
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Monday Sep 29, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
In this episode of Front Runner Podcast, in this series from his live show Beautifully Imperfect, Isaiah shares his spoken word piece “The Fall.” Before we can embrace the beauty of imperfection, we must first face the reality of sin. This piece wrestles with the weight of our brokenness, reminding us that imperfection points us to the only One who is perfect—Jesus. Through Scripture and raw honesty, Isaiah uncovers the tension of a world that demands perfection yet condemns weakness, and points us to the cross where grace meets our failure. The Fall is both a confession and a declaration: we are fallen, but not forsaken.
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Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Marcus Thigpen hails from Detroit, MI, and boasts an impressive athletic career as a former professional football player in both the NFL and CFL. He made a name for himself playing college football for the Indiana Hoosiers, where he earned first-team All-American honors in 2006. Despite going undrafted, Marcus signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2009, kicking off a dynamic professional journey that saw him don the jerseys of the Denver Broncos, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Oakland Raiders, and Saskatchewan Roughriders over a span of 12 years. Beyond the gridiron, Marcus has leveraged his platform to speak on various stages, accumulating invaluable experience and exposure within the underserved communities he hails from. Additionally, he is a published author, further showcasing his passion for sharing stories and making a positive impact.
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Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Marcus Thigpen hails from Detroit, MI, and boasts an impressive athletic career as a former professional football player in both the NFL and CFL. He made a name for himself playing college football for the Indiana Hoosiers, where he earned first-team All-American honors in 2006. Despite going undrafted, Marcus signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2009, kicking off a dynamic professional journey that saw him don the jerseys of the Denver Broncos, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Oakland Raiders, and Saskatchewan Roughriders over a span of 12 years. Beyond the gridiron, Marcus has leveraged his platform to speak on various stages, accumulating invaluable experience and exposure within the underserved communities he hails from. Additionally, he is a published author, further showcasing his passion for sharing stories and making a positive impact.
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Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
In this special episode we delve into the profound significance of Resurrection Sunday. This episode invites listeners on a reflective journey through a heartfelt spoken word poem that beautifully encapsulates the themes of resilience, redemption, and triumph over adversity.
From Jesus' humble beginnings in a manger to His ultimate sacrifice on the cross and triumphant resurrection, this poetic narrative paints a vivid picture of love, sacrifice, and unwavering faith.
Join us as we explore the transformative power of Easter and the empty tomb that stands as a symbol of victory, salvation, and eternal life. Prepare to be moved, uplifted, and reminded of what Jesus done for us.
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Friday Mar 29, 2024
Friday Mar 29, 2024
On this seemingly paradoxical day, we grapple with the notion of ‘good’ in the face of an innocent life taken. But it’s precisely in this sacrifice, this selfless act, that we find the profound depth of God’s love for us.His nail-scarred hands tell a story of love beyond comprehension. He bore our transgressions, embraced our guilt, and offered us redemption. His suffering on the Cross wasn’t an end but a bridge back to grace, back to Eden.Despite the jeers, the mockery, and the cruel methods of His crucifixion, He breathed His last with words of triumph: ‘It is finished.’ Every promise fulfilled, sin defeated.The very breath that spoke life into existence was willingly surrendered for us. And just as the grave couldn’t hold Him, neither can our sins define us.Today, we remember His perfect sacrifice. The crown of thorns, once a symbol of mockery, now stands as confirmation of His divine purpose and identity.Let this day remind us that no matter our past, our baggage, or our sins, it’s the Pilot who secures our landing place. Through His sacrifice, we are freed, redeemed, and given hope eternal.So, why is this day called GOOD? Because an innocent man died so that we might truly live. Let us bow in gratitude and proclaim His kingship, for His Kingdom alone shall stand.
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Mike O’ is a creative storyteller and content creator from Mount Vernon, NY. He has been passionately sharing his gift in speaking at churches, conferences, concerts, special events, and poetry clubs. He has gained a notable following on social media while sharing his gift that both challenges and inspires his listeners.
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