Episode 10 - "Ask Anyway" with Nicolas Lirio

Jeremy sits down once again with a familiar voice, Nicolas, founder of Hoksey Native Seeds and host of The Prairie Farm Podcast. Nicolas is known for his authenticity, local impact, and big-picture thinking, and this conversation delivers all of that and more.Together they explore what integrity looks like in real life, from setting healthy boundaries in close friendships to asking hard questions about purity, faith, and financial well-being. They dive into different personal finance philosophies, from Dave Ramsey principles to leveraging low-interest debt, with a nod to True Path Financial Coaching by certified Ramsey coach Shane Cox.The two also talk through Celebrate Church’s strategic planning process, the tension between vulnerability and integrity, and Nicolas’ story of transformation during his time at Bethel College.The episode closes with both sharing ten-word reactions to this prompt:“Many believe the hurt caused by megachurches is beyond repair.”A thoughtful and grounded episode that blends faith, friendship, and financial wisdom for leaders who want to grow with honesty and courage.