Beyond the Horizon Podcast

The conversation dives deep into the psychology of sales, overcoming self-doubt, and the tension between artistry and business. They also explore how AI is rapidly transforming music creation, and what that means for producers, musicians, and the future of the industry. If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or someone navigating uncertainty in your career, this episode offers powerful perspective and practical mindset shifts you won’t want to miss.

Chris Amaral shares the inspiration behind her book “Ask a Question. The Door Will Open” and how a single student interaction sparked a lifelong mission to help others step outside their comfort zones. From teaching for 35 years to shaping countless careers, she dives into the importance of curiosity, mentorship, and being proactive—especially in a world where technology is replacing face-to-face interaction.

Neil Broere shares the heart behind his upcoming book Liminal: The Delicate Space Between Breaths, unpacking how seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and even suffering are often where God does His most important work. From the story of Wilbur Wright to deep theological discussions on salvation, backsliding, and the end times, this episode is filled with raw honesty and thought-provoking insight.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Jacqui Renshaw, the Event Manager at Shelter Social Club, for a powerful conversation about personal growth, community, and navigating the unexpected turns life throws your way.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with creative director and Vamped agency founder Lindsey Heppner to unpack her journey from fashion school in Orange County to becoming one of the OG architects of influencer marketing. 

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, Matt Franchina sits down with David Yardley for a masterclass in systems, scale, and responsible leadership. From breaking down the difference between commodity and specialty coffee to managing 120+ employees, David explains what it really takes to build something sustainable. This isn’t just about coffee — it’s about eliminating mission creep, auditing your systems before they break, and learning how to “see around two corners” as a leader.

In thisepisode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Pastor Michael Dow of Habitation Church and founder of Burning Ones. What begins as a conversation about house churches and biblical community quickly turns into a gripping testimony of radical transformation.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Ben Cook, founder of Hangar 24 Brewery, pilot, sailor, and lifelong entrepreneur. Ben shares the unlikely journey from backyard homebrewing at a small airport to building one of Southern California’s most recognizable craft breweries. Along the way, they dig into leadership, faith, friction, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts decades. From managing resistance to change, to aligning incentives in business, to finding meaning beyond growth, this conversation blends entrepreneurship, spirituality, and hard-earned wisdom in a grounded, real-world way.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Mikey Taylor — professional skateboarder turned entrepreneur and current Mayor of Thousand Oaks — for a deep, unfiltered conversation about identity, faith, leadership, and responsibility. Mikey opens up about transitioning out of a legendary skateboarding career, navigating the loss of identity that followed, and how entrepreneurship became a new proving ground. The conversation goes far beyond business, touching on faith, public scrutiny, fatherhood, political pressure, and what it truly means to lead when the stakes are real. From facing online attacks and death threats to learning how to surrender control, this episode is an honest look at purpose, conviction, and living authentically in public life.