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Biblical Investing: Why More Christians Are Looking at Israel | Evan Liberman of Wise Money Israel Apr 28, 2026

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A two year war ends and the expected collapse…never comes.

Evan Liberman, founder of Wise Money Israel, sits down with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt as Israel’s market outperforms during conflict, forcing investors to reconsider long held assumptions about risk.

Valuations remain lower than US markets even as returns climb, while the shekel continues strengthening through long term structural demand. That disconnect exposes a gap between how Israel is priced and what has already changed beneath the surface.

Biblical investing adds another layer as conviction-driven capital begins aligning with economic opportunity. Foreign institutions have started moving, but broader market sentiment has not fully caught up.

The next phase depends on regional agreements tied to trade, energy, and defense that are still not priced in.

That delay leaves a narrow window before perception, capital, and pricing fully align.

0:00 Intro

00:40 Wise Money Israel

05:36 International Diversification Strategy

10:42 Strength of the Israeli Shekel

15:43 How to Invest in Israel

19:15 Biblically Responsible Investing Framework

23:10 Financial Alignment With Faith

26:40 Building a Congregation in Israel

34:43 Post October 7 Market Shift

40:26 Lightning Round

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Wise Money Israel

https://www.wisemoneyisrael.com

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Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch.

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Why Sales Stops Solving Problems as You Scale | Karl Maier Apr 23, 2026

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Growth introduces a problem most owners don’t see until it’s already affecting the business. Karl Maier focuses on the moment when selling more no longer solves what’s happening underneath the surface. In this conversation with Kurt and Kristin Luidhardt, Karl walks through a business that expanded across multiple locations while continuing to rely on the same sales driven approach that worked early on. That approach left operational gaps unaddressed as inventory slowed, cash tightened, and a downturn exposed how fragile the model had become. The shift comes from aligning pricing, delegation, and process with the current reality of the business instead of the conditions that existed during early growth. Today Karl Maier works with business owners to build systems and decision frameworks that hold as the company scales and conditions change. 0:00 Intro 02:41 New Energy Startup and Market Context 03:18 Target Customers and Energy Reliability 06:33 Startup Partnership and CFO Role 09:43 Listening as a Growth Lever 13:41 Family Business Breakdown Under Growth 20:50 Pricing Model Breakdown 24:03 Selective Pricing Strategy 27:11 Delegation and Early Systems 31:14 Surfing Economic Chaos Framework 36:10 Lightning Round Resources Mentioned: 📚 Surfing Economic Chaos by Karl Maier Connect with Karl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlkmaier/ Abunden https://abunden.com/ 🔗 Connect with Liberty Spenders™: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyspenders • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyspenders • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/libertyspenders • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6192506 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-vzlA03r59neWZD0ofJA • X: https://x.com/LibertySpenders 🔗 Connect with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luidhardts • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luidhardts • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luidhardts • Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@luidhardts • X: https://x.com/luidhardts Liberty Spenders™ Podcast Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch.

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How Businesses Become Uncancellable by Owning Their Infrastructure | Andrew Riddaugh Apr 21, 2026

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Andrew Riddaugh built his company around a problem most business owners ignore–they depend on systems that can shut them out instantly.

In this conversation with Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt, Andrew traces his path from presidential advance and the 2020 campaign to launching Liberation Technology Services after watching platforms remove access and control communication through vague enforcement.

That exposure shows up inside businesses when data lives across too many platforms, email stops reaching customers without warning, and one outage can interrupt operations overnight.

The change comes from bringing infrastructure, communication, and files into one controlled environment where businesses can see what they own and resolve problems quickly.

Today Andrew Riddaugh helps business owners reduce dependence on outside platforms, protect private communication, and build operations that are harder to disrupt.

0:00 Intro

05:03 Why Small Businesses Face Risk

11:52 Switching to Liberation Technology

13:44 Spending Aligned With Values

16:33 Hub for Teams Platform

23:27 Campaign Logistics and Pressure

31:42 Future Risk With Political Shifts

34:15 Preparing Before 2028

35:19 Becoming Uncancellable

39:55 Lightning Round

Resources Mentioned:

Liberation Technology Services

https://liberationtek.com

American Cloud

https://americancloud.com

Hub for Teams

https://hubforteams.com

RedBalloon

https://redballoon.work

PublicSquare

https://publicsquare.com

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Why Business Performance Breaks Down at Home First | John Hulen Apr 16, 2026

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John Hulen built his work around a connection most leaders overlook: how unresolved issues at home directly impact performance at work.

In this conversation with Kurt Luidhardt, John walks through his path from ministry to entrepreneurship, including a failed startup and a divorce that forced him to confront how he handled relationships.

That reality shows up inside companies where employees disengage, call in sick (when they’re not), and operate below their capacity because problems at home remain unaddressed.

The shift comes from treating relationship skills–especially vulnerability–as something that can be learned and practiced rather than avoided.

Today John works with men and early stage entrepreneurs to build those skills at home first, changing how they show up in leadership and eliminating hidden costs inside their business.

0:00 Intro

01:32 Ministry to Entrepreneurship Journey

11:27 Why He Started Coaching Entrepreneurs

15:13 Coaching Approach Rooted in Home Life

19:23 Speaking and Organizational Work

21:51 Limiting Beliefs in Relationships

23:16 Vulnerability as a Learnable Skill

27:28 Purpose Through Pain and Action

31:54 Lightning Round

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with John Hulen:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen

Relationships and Revenue Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1516363435

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How AI Systems Turn Small Teams Into Scalable Operations | Avi Vatsa Apr 14, 2026

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Avi Vatsa built multiple companies across marketing, AI, and software while working long hours and trying to manage everything himself.

In this conversation with Kurt Luidhardt, Avi traces how that approach created constant bottlenecks, forcing him to confront the limits of doing the work alone.

That pattern showed up in stalled growth, slow execution, and the repeated ceiling that came from relying on effort instead of leverage.

The shift? Hiring experienced operators and building automation systems that removed entire layers of manual work, from email management to client onboarding and lead follow up.

Now Avi runs multiple companies through systems that execute daily operations, using AI and structured teams to scale output without increasing complexity.

0:00 Intro

05:28 Effective AI Automations

10:41 Risks of AI Autonomy

15:48 Staying Ahead of AI Noise

18:56 AI Voice Agent Use Cases

23:11 Common Scaling Mistakes

27:32 Youth for Human Rights India

32:52 Lightning Round

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Avi Vatsa

https://avivatsa.com

Dialora

https://www.dialora.ai/

Youth for Human Rights

https://www.youthforhumanrights.org/

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112- Protecting Christian Businesses in Today’s Culture | Margaret Iuculano Apr 09, 2026

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Recorded live at NRB 2026 in Nashville, this episode of Liberty Spenders features Margaret Iuculano, CEO of the Christian Employers Alliance, in a powerful conversation about what it means to lead boldly as a faith-driven business owner in today’s legal and cultural environment.

Margaret shares the mission behind the Christian Employers Alliance and how the organization is equipping business leaders with both legal protection and a proactive voice in public policy. From landmark legal victories to emerging challenges facing Christian employers, this episode dives into the real-world pressures CEOs are navigating right now.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting to think about integrating faith into your leadership, this conversation offers practical insight, encouragement, and a clear call to action.

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111 - Why Trust in Media Is Collapsing—and What Comes Next | Rob Bluey Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode of Liberty Spenders, Rob Bluey of The Daily Signal shares an inside look at the collapse of legacy media, the rise of new platforms, and how audiences are reshaping the way news is consumed.
As trust in legacy media continues to decline, Rob shares what’s driving the shift—and what’s rising to take its place. From the explosion of independent media to the growing influence of podcasts and digital platforms, this conversation explores how news is being reshaped in real time.

Rob also pulls back the curtain on how The Daily Signal is approaching journalism differently—focusing on policy-driven reporting, investigative work, and building direct relationships with audiences in an era where algorithms can change overnight.

If you’ve ever questioned where to get trustworthy news—or what the future of media looks like—this episode offers clarity, insight, and practical perspective.

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110 - The Mission Field of Media: Faith’s Role in Shaping Hollywood | Dr. Ted Baehr Apr 09, 2026

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Dr. Ted Baehr grew up in the film industry, but his perspective on media shifted after a personal transformation that reframed entertainment as a force shaping culture and belief. That conviction led him to found Movieguide with a mission to help families choose wisely and show Hollywood what audiences actually want.

What he found challenges the narrative. Faith-friendly content is not just growing, it is succeeding at the highest levels. That shift came not from standing outside the industry, but from engaging it and influencing it in ways that matter. Hollywood ultimately responds to what people support.

For those looking to make an impact, the takeaway is clear. Influence does not come from avoiding culture, it comes from stepping into it with purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to doing the work over time.

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109 - Faith Over Fear: Standing for Freedom Against a Communist Regime | Virginia Prodan Apr 09, 2026

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Virginia Prodan’s story does not start with influence or platform. It begins in communist Romania, where fear was normal, truth was suppressed, and even speaking freely came with consequences. As a young girl, she recognized something was wrong and carried a conviction that would shape her life.

That conviction led her into law, but her encounter with faith changed everything. After coming to Christ, Virginia began taking on cases no one else would, defending religious freedom and human rights in a system designed to silence both. What followed were moments of real risk, including threats, imprisonment, and even facing an assassin sent to kill her.

What stands out is not just the courage, but the source of it. Her story reframes strength, not as something self-made, but something rooted in surrender. Again and again, she chose conviction over fear.

If you are building something or navigating pressure, this conversation highlights a tension. It is easy to wait or assume someone else will step in. Virginia’s story challenges that. The responsibility to act is not outsourced. It is accepted, often in moments that are uncertain, uncomfortable, and costly.

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108 - Beyond the Headlines: Israel, Influence, and the Power of Innovation | Eitan Weiss Apr 09, 2026

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Eitan Weiss operates at the intersection of diplomacy, business, and global perception, representing Israel in a region where relationships matter as much as strategy. While Israel is often defined by headlines, this conversation highlights something deeper: a small nation with outsized influence, built on resilience and innovation.

That mindset is evident in Israel’s startup culture, where failure is not avoided but expected, and often fuels what comes next. Whether in healthcare, defense, or technology, the focus is simple: solve real problems and think globally from the start.

At the same time, leadership in this environment requires clarity and discernment. With constant complexity and competing narratives, understanding what is true—and acting on it—becomes essential for anyone looking to build meaningful partnerships.

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