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Question everything, in pursuit of your purpose, and ask yourself, what if? Imam Fahad Hussain shares a personal journey from Lahore and the UAE to Minnesota and Texas, moving from an engineering career to life in Islamic ministry. He discusses family, arranged marriage, faith, raising children in America, interfaith engagement, and the importance of teaching purpose to young people. This episode explores how discipline, community, and spiritual education shaped his path, and offers practical reflections on leadership, resilience, and finding lasting meaning beyond material success.

Hosts Rob and Chuck debate the role of the IRS, income tax, and government bureaucracy, arguing that the current system conflicts with America's founding principles of freedom and self-reliance. The episode examines recent fraud cases, questions federal spending and accountability, and proposes alternatives like tariffs, excise taxes, and land sales while discussing how to support communities without creating dependency.

Hosts Rob and Chuck examine the origins and evolution of the U.S. tax system, arguing the income tax and the IRS began as a temporary Civil War measure and exploring the 16th Amendment, tariffs, and the case for replacing income tax with sales/tariff-based revenue. The episode also covers recent developments in Venezuela, the capture of Nicolás Maduro, and how those events tie into concerns about drug trafficking, corruption, and U.S. foreign policy. Throughout, the hosts invite civic engagement and discussion about reform and the future of American governance.

Thank you for joining us for another episode of the Pursuit of Purpose podcast. Rob and Chuck sit down with Joe Evans — community leader, juvenile mentor, father, and candidate for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 2 in Jefferson County. Joe shares his personal story from Orlando to Beaumont, his volunteer work with juvenile programs, the loss of his wife, and what drives him to pursue local public service. In this episode Joe explains why local races matter, how early intervention and accountability can change young lives, and how his experience in business, nonprofit boards, and community outreach shapes his vision for the JP court. Tune in for an authentic conversation about purpose, perseverance, and serving the people of Beaumont.

Live New Year’s Eve Eve conversation with Rob and Chuck on why New Year’s resolutions fail and how to replace them with an ongoing vision and mission for your life. They share a powerful exercise — imagining your own funeral and writing your eulogy — to reveal values, define a vision, and create a mission that leads to lasting change. The hosts discuss practical steps: set short- and mid-term goals, celebrate milestones, focus on the pursuit rather than a finish line, and use vision-driven discipline to create freedom, hope, and a meaningful legacy. Audience questions and candid side discussions round out the episode.

In this episode of the Pursuit of Purpose podcast, hosts Rob and Chuck interview Lauren B. Peña, a congressional candidate in Austin, Texas. Lauren shares her personal journey from homelessness, childhood abuse, and human trafficking to finding faith, reclaiming purpose, and pursuing public service. She discusses her grassroots campaign, priorities including combating human trafficking, ending corporate welfare, restoring true free-market principles, and improving conditions in public housing. Lauren emphasizes education, accountability, and community advocacy as the foundations of her platform.

In this episode Rob and Chuck sit down with Steve Pike to trace his unconventional journey from a teenage ironworker to IT professional and ultimately the founder of SETX Roofing Pros. Steve shares stories about family discoveries, mentors, faith and tithing, leadership lessons, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and his company’s Operation Overwatch veteran roof giveaway. Practical, personal, and faith-forward, the conversation highlights resilience, reinvention, and giving back.

Hosts Rob and Chuck read the nativity from the King James Bible and discuss the true meaning and origin of Christmas—focusing on humility, salvation, and hope beyond the season’s commercial trappings. The episode includes open, compassionate dialogue with live callers about faith, the Old Testament, interfaith learning, personal loss and healing, and an invitation to celebrate the holidays with gratitude, purpose, and kindness.

Rob and Chuck visit a Southeast Texas Islamic Center with guest Faris Khan Abdallah and Imam Fahad. They tour the mosque for the first time, learn about prayer rituals, mosque layout, and cultural practices like removing shoes and washing before prayer. The episode discusses Islam’s connection to other Abrahamic faiths, the role of Prophet Muhammad, differences and similarities with Christianity, translation of the Qur’an, community services, and everyday practices like zakat and family life at the mosque.

Hosts Rob and Chuck interview Katie Durio, founder of Stable Spirit, a nonprofit in Southeast Texas that uses horses to support mental, physical, and emotional health. Katie describes three core programs — Equine Assisted Learning, Hippotherapy, and Therapeutic Riding — and how horses mirror behavior, calm special-needs clients, and aid leadership and addiction recovery work. The episode covers Stable Spirit’s history, volunteer and donation opportunities, community outreach (including veterans and families), current challenges like a recent equine virus, and how listeners can get involved or apply for services.

Live from the Pursuit of Purpose studios, this episode of "What Are We Doing" dives into the heated debate over recent cartel boat strikes, the ethics and legality of rules of engagement, and community reactions to the U.S. drug war. Hosts and live viewers weigh in on whether military-style strikes are justified to stop fentanyl and other drugs from entering American streets. The show also touches on a separate topic of welfare fraud in Minnesota, includes viewer comments and questions, and previews an upcoming episode with a gubernatorial candidate. Audience interaction drives the conversation as hosts explore what leaders should do to protect communities. #pursuitofpurpose

Tim Smith shares his life journey from growing up in New Jersey to a career in financial services, blending his passions for music, mentorship, and faith. He discusses evolving beliefs, the influence of family, the power of discipline, and a shift from success measured by wealth to a life focused on impact and legacy. The episode covers personal stories of resilience, including his wife’s health challenges, his work helping the less fortunate, and practical advice on mentorship, staying true to oneself, and finding purpose.

In this episode of the Pursuit of Purpose podcast (What Are We Doing series), first-time in-studio guest Faris shares his personal conversion to Islam, the daily practices that changed his life, and how faith brought discipline and peace after trauma. The hosts ask candid questions about common misconceptions — terrorism, Sharia, child marriage, women’s roles, polygamy, and the relationship between Islam and Christianity — while exploring interfaith understanding, repentance, and community responsibility. The conversation emphasizes compassion, honesty, and open dialogue as the hosts and guest work to clear up misunderstandings and encourage mutual respect. #pursuitofpurpose #personalgrowth #islam #christian #faith #muslim #belief

Rob and Chuck interview Anthony Cordell about his life, Navy service, and the unexpected diagnosis of Becker muscular dystrophy. He shares how his military experiences, love of the outdoors, and work in electronics shaped him, and how his condition redirected his path. Anthony explains muscular dystrophy in everyday terms, discusses clinical trials, the role of geneticists and the MDA, and offers practical advice to those newly diagnosed. He speaks candidly about the VA system, perseverance, and the value of seeking answers. Through stories about fatherhood, community involvement, and personal determination, Anthony emphasizes the message to adapt and overcome. He invites others to connect, encouraging hope, advocacy, and resilience.

Simone Knego joins the Pursuit of Purpose podcast to share her life story — from growing up in Buffalo and moving to Florida, to raising and adopting children, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, and launching a podcast with her daughter. She discusses parenting, overcoming self‑doubt, her Real Confidence method, practical mindset hacks like Control‑Alt‑Delete, and her new book aimed at helping women move from unsure to unshakeable.