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Krystal Polychronis is a Nashville-based music industry executive, No. 1 hit songwriter, author, artist manager, worship leader, performer, and former Junior Olympic national gymnast and elite gymnastics coach. She has built a distinctive career at the intersection of artistry, faith, ministry, mentorship, and creative development. As the Founder and CEO of 3 Strands Management, Krystal leads with the guiding principle of Ecclesiastes 4:12, "a cord of three strands is not quickly broken," and a mission of Ministry-Minded Management, helping artists use their gifts to inspire, serve, and minister through music. Steve Mckenna caught up with Krystal to hear her story. Listen in!

Krystal Polychronis is a Nashville-based music industry executive, No. 1 hit songwriter, author, artist manager, worship leader, performer, and former Junior Olympic national gymnast and elite gymnastics coach. She has built a distinctive career at the intersection of artistry, faith, ministry, mentorship, and creative development. As the Founder and CEO of 3 Strands Management, Krystal leads with the guiding principle of Ecclesiastes 4:12, "a cord of three strands is not quickly broken," and a mission of Ministry-Minded Management, helping artists use their gifts to inspire, serve, and minister through music. Steve Mckenna caught up with Krystal to hear her story. Listen in!

Lee Brice is a Country Music Artist with over 10 Billion career streams. In 2026 he released a song called, "When the kingdom comes." He said, "This specific song has a much bigger purpose. I feel like all that I have worked for and all that I have hoped for comes down to the message this song hopefully relays - God has always had a plan. He still does and my hope is for as many ears as possible to hear this and if only one person is changed or brought closer to Jesus, His message and the Kingdom, then it will be all I ever wanted it to be." Steve Mckenna caught up with Lee to hear his story. Listen in!

JSP is a Christian Rock Band based in Canberra Australia, made up of husband and wife duo James and Sarah Petterson. Their  Debut Album "No More" is Produced by Josiah Prince (Disciple, Kutless, Fireflight). Synth-strung, raw, and redemptive, their faith-based rock dares to enter the depths of brokenness in order to bring light. Steve Mckenna caught up with them recently, Listen on to their story!

Victoria Sinis went from working inside one of Australia's largest OnlyFans agencies to preaching the gospel in high schools within a year. Her story isn't about someone who cleaned up her life and then came to God. It's about God meeting her in the middle of the mess, with no prerequisites and no waiting period. Andrew McLennan spoke with her recently to find out her story. Listen in!

Victoria Sinis went from working inside one of Australia's largest OnlyFans agencies to preaching the gospel in high schools within a year. Her story isn't about someone who cleaned up her life and then came to God. It's about God meeting her in the middle of the mess, with no prerequisites and no waiting period. Andrew McLennan spoke with her recently to find out her story. Listen in!

Victoria Sinis went from working inside one of Australia's largest OnlyFans agencies to preaching the gospel in high schools within a year. Her story isn't about someone who cleaned up her life and then came to God. It's about God meeting her in the middle of the mess, with no prerequisites and no waiting period. Andrew McLennan spoke with her recently to find out her story. Listen in!

Luke Smallbone is part of the band For King and Country with his brother Joel. As an Aussie based in the USA, he's got an amazing story to tell! He's featured in movies, toured the world and has managed to stay grounded in his walk with the Lord along the way! Steve Mckenna caught up with him recently, listen in to his story!

Daniel Hagen is an Australian worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist whose career has been shaped by a deep commitment to his faith. Before entering Christian music, Daniel fronted Australian rock band The Hollow and was on the verge of signing a major record deal. However, when asked to stop openly expressing his faith, he chose to walk away rather than compromise his beliefs. Since then, Daniel has spent years leading worship and writing songs that have reached audiences across Australia and Europe. As a key voice within the Awakening movement, he has led worship at major gatherings including Awakening Australia and Awakening Europe, helping create powerful moments of worship for thousands. Drawing on his rock background, Daniel's music combines passionate worship with anthemic energy and bold faith. Songs such as "Ready or Not", "The Jesus Hymn", and "God My Deliverer" reflect his heart for leading people into genuine encounters with God. Now based in the United States with his family, Daniel continues his journey as a solo artist. His latest release, "Feels Like Coming Home", carries his passion for sharing the hope of Jesus through music that is honest, heartfelt, and faith-filled. Steve McKenna caught up with Daniel recently, listen in to his story!

Lloyd Nicks is a singer/songwriter from St. Louis, USA. Recently he won a 2025 GRAMMY® Award, co-writing a 49-week #1 single on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs Chart, co-writing a 2024 Billboard Music Award-winning song. Inspired by gospel greats like Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and the Winans, he set out to give a voice to the voiceless. Through his music, Lloyd leans into his perspective as a husband, father, friend, and pastor - all through the lens of someone who loves Jesus. Steve Mckenna spoke with Lloyd recently, listen in to his story!

Lloyd Nicks is a singer/songwriter from St. Louis, USA. Recently he won a 2025 GRAMMY® Award, co-writing a 49-week #1 single on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs Chart, co-writing a 2024 Billboard Music Award-winning song. Inspired by gospel greats like Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and the Winans, he set out to give a voice to the voiceless. Through his music, Lloyd leans into his perspective as a husband, father, friend, and pastor - all through the lens of someone who loves Jesus. Steve Mckenna spoke with Lloyd recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Michael is the former frontman of the beloved Australian Christian band Compliments of Gus. He's now serving as a Pastor in Victoria, and continues to write, record, and serve as a worship leader and creative mentor - carrying forward the same authenticity and passion that defined his band years, now lived out in his solo artistry. Steve Mckenna caught up with Justin recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Michael is the former frontman of the beloved Australian Christian band Compliments of Gus. He's now serving as a Pastor in Victoria, and continues to write, record, and serve as a worship leader and creative mentor - carrying forward the same authenticity and passion that defined his band years, now lived out in his solo artistry. Steve Mckenna caught up with Justin recently, listen in to his story!

Justin Lippiatt is a recovered alcoholic and drug abuser. He's also and Author, a Church planter and has a heart for Marketplace ministry. He has experienced painful divorce, depression, and homelessness in his early life. He often states that, "my scars are a roadmap to my past, but don't define my pathway to my future, by God's Grace". The journey with The Lord has provided him with the empathy and insights required to develop relationships with most people, from every walk of life. Since his arrival in Australia from South Africa in 2007, he has been involved in many transformational aspects of ministry. Wes Leake caught up with Justin to hear his story, listen in!

Brian Doerksen was a well known Worship leader show passed away recently. This week, to honour his amazing legacy we will be featuring a conversation that Matt recorded with Brian. Brian wrote well known songs like, Come now is the time to Worship, Refiners Fire and Light the Fire again. Listen in to his story!