The One Podcast

Hope is more than wishful thinking. It is confidence that God is aware of us and that His promises are real.In this episode, Bradley Holmes welcomes Utah State Athletics broadcaster Ajay Salveson for an honest discussion about hope in Christ. Ajay shares his incredible adoption story, the challenges that tested his faith, his experience serving a mission in Ohio, and how hope carried him through difficult seasons of life.Together they explore how the Savior's Atonement gives us reason to keep moving forward, even when life's path doesn't make sense. This uplifting conversation is filled with personal stories, gospel insights, and reminders that God is shaping us through our trials and preparing us for something greater.If you've ever wondered how to find hope during hard times, this episode is for you.

In this heartfelt interview, David Holmes shares his inspiring journey of faith, from growing up in Cokeville, Wyoming, to joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at age 16. Discover how personal experiences, faith, and community influence his spiritual path and the profound impact of making one life-changing decision.

In episode two of The One Podcast, we sit down with Robert Leifson — a seminary teacher with 36 years of experience — for a conversation that might completely reframe the way you think about faith.For most of his career, Robert taught faith the traditional way. Then a training with Elder David A. Bednar changed everything. He walked away with a new framework built on three elements — assurance, action, and evidence — and it transformed not just how he teaches, but how he lives.The idea is simple but powerful: faith isn't passive. It's not sitting back and hoping things work out. It's taking a step before you can see the outcome. The Israelites had to actually walk into the Jordan River before it parted. David picked up five stones before Goliath fell. Joseph Smith walked into the grove before God answered.Robert breaks down how this pattern shows up in every scripture story — and more importantly, how you can apply it to your own life right now.If you've ever felt like your faith was stuck, or wondered why you're not seeing the results you're praying for, this episode is worth your time.In this episode:Why Robert's understanding of faith completely changed after one training meetingThe three-part framework for understanding how faith actually worksBiblical examples that bring the pattern to life (David, the Israelites, Joseph Smith)The most common mistake people make when trying to exercise faithHow President Nelson's teachings on faith apply to everyday decisionsThe One Podcast explores faith, identity, and the choices that define us. Subscribe and leave a review if this episode resonated with you.

In the inaugural episode of The One Podcast, we sit down with Ridge Lundgren — a standout basketball player, One A MVP, and state champion — who's facing one of the biggest decisions of his life.Ridge has spent years pouring himself into basketball, and it shows. But as his junior year approached, something shifted. Despite a real shot at playing college ball, he began feeling a strong impression that he was supposed to serve a mission in Mexico first.In this conversation, Ridge opens up about the tension between his athletic ambitions and his faith, what it was like to wrestle with that decision, and how he ultimately found peace in trusting God with the outcome. He also shares how a guaranteed college roster spot waiting for him on the other side helped quiet some of the fear — and why he sees being the first missionary in his family as an honor rather than a burden.If you've ever had to choose between something you love and something you feel called to do, Ridge's story will hit home.In this episode:How basketball shaped Ridge's character and work ethicThe moment he started feeling the call to serve a missionHow faith helped him let go of the fear of stepping away from the sportWhat it means to be the first missionary in your familyWhy he believes his best opportunities are still ahead