The Mike Gilland Show

For Erika Donalds, school choice wasn't an issue until she learned that she didn't have it! One difficult experience pertaining to her son's schooling launched Erika deep into action and involvement in education policy, all the way to her appointment by President Trump to work under our nation's Education Secretary. Plus, Erika talks about the governor's race in Florida - from her unique perspective as the wife of Byron Donalds. Also in this episode...pastor Andy Searles, chaplain for the Orlando professional soccer team, discusses the significance of the World Cup that is currently happening, hosted by the US.

He's only 22 years old...yet, he has held a Financial Advisor's license for a year, and is currently working with a wealth management firm. Grayson Bishop is a Gen-Z'er who is on the move, and wise beyond his years. He shares his background and how he got into the business sans college. Also, the last interview from the recent SWC (US Christian Chamber Conference)...Karl Diffendurfer shares how he has been impacted from that organization, and how it is growing in his area of Pennsylvania.

From "Podcast Row" at the US Christian Chamber's big SWC 2026 Conference, Mike interviews Rebecca Stanley, Matt Wilmoth and Elaine Lankford. Each of these leaders have a fascinating personal story of both faith in Christ, and a calling to the marketplace.

Sean Song now realizes that it was the call of God that caused him to leave China and immigrate to the US. He wasn't a Christian until he was impacted by a Campus Ministry - there, Sean found Jesus, and his purpose in life. Sean, along with our other two guests - Chuck Worley, and Jacob Dyke - all took part in the recent US Christian Chamber conference in Orlando.

Three interesting interviews lined up, starting and ending with some Central Florida business leaders. Morris Hartley leads a Central Florida beverage business called H and H Products, and he tells an amazing story of faith at work in the marketplace. Another prominent leader who works with business leaders, helping them integrate their faith into those reached by their businesses. Finally, local trainer, consultant and business coach Ana Maria Lowry drops by Mike's booth on Podcast Row.

Former Fox 35 Morning Anchor Ryan Elijah recently resigned his high-profile position in Central Florida's media market in order to become a candidate for the US House. Ryan explains the process that led to his decision, and shares what he sees to be the hurdles he will encounter in the Congress should he win. Also, from the recent "SWC US Christian Chamber Conference," Jim Schneider and Candace Rockel.

Garrett Bryant, a youth pastor and leader in "Prayer at the Heart" on how God is moving among the Gen Z age group; Mother/Daughter actresses Denise Gossett and Riley Beeson, stars of "Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries," give the back story on their first season on UPtv, which is also available to stream on UP Faith & Family. And, from the SWC 2026, Rey Feliciano on a new concept in banking.

SWC 2026 brought together a plethora of speakers, coaches and business experts. The host for the conference is the US Christian Chamber, led by Krystal Parker (Krystal hosts "The Shepherd At Work" on the Shepherd). In this episode, Mike interviews conference speakers and participants - Stephen Scoggins, one of the keynote speakers, talks to business leaders from around the world with his "One Part Lion, One Part Lamb" philosophy, believing that as leaders re-align their hearts and minds with God, their businesses will improve. Also, Chris Young and Loree Cameron.