Bleeding Daylight Creators & Guests

Rodney Olsen is a husband, father, cyclist, blogger and podcaster. You'll find his blog at RodneyOlsen.netHe has had over 25 years’ experience in radio but since the end of 2013 he's been working full time to release children from poverty. It’s part of his own efforts to kick at the darkness.Rodney decided to create Bleeding Daylight as a way to use the media skills he built over many years."One of the questions I’m asked most often is if I miss working in radio. While I still love the medium, the main thing I miss is the opportunity to help uncover interesting stories through on-air interviews or conversations.Over many years I’ve interviewed hundreds of musicians, authors, politicians, comedians, actors, sporting identities and others. I’m always captivated by the stories behind the people. I love discovering what drives a person and how they’re kicking the darkness they encounter to allow the daylight to bleed into their everyday lives."In the past, Rodney has also been a consultant and writer on two television programs, screened on the Seven and Ten Networks in Australia.He is also a keen cyclist who has crossed Australia 6 times by bike as well as cycling in Canada and making 2 trips to cycle in India.

Dave Ebert has a passion to use his gifts, talents, and passions to make an impact for God's Kingdom and change people's lives. Through improv and comedy, Dave is all about redeeming the time he lost to depression and suicidal thoughts to help people. Dave is married with 3 cats. He is the founder of Gifts for Glory Ministries, which is the umbrella under which his podcast, improv ministry, and PureFest reside. There is another Dave Ebert in comedy...this one is focused on Christian ministry through comedy.

Sandy Kirkham is a victim advocate, speaker, and author.

Redefining Success in Leadership, Business & Ministry | Performance Coach helping Executive Teams and Entrepreneurial Leaders maximize their potential.

Chris Staron is a writer, producer, and podcast host. Currently, he is a producer for Christianity Today. He hosts the podcast "Truce."Staron's first book, the novel "Cradle Robber," was published in 2016. He wrote and directed the films "Between the Walls," released in 2006, and "Bringing up Bobby," released in 2009.

Dr. Markus Watson is a Presbyterian pastor. He currently serves as an interim pastor at Mount Soledad Presbyterian Church in Westmorland CA. He is also the Director and Storyteller of Flourish San Diego. He also hosts the podcast "Spiritual Life and Leadership."Watson's first book, "Beyond Thingification: Helping Your Church Engage in God’s Mission." was published in 2020.Watson recieved his B.A. in Communication from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, and his M.Div. in Theological and Ministerial Studies and his D.Div. in Missional Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary.

Elizabeth Meyers is an Air Force veteran, a fighter pilot’s wife, and a homeschooling mother of eight, as well as the author of Undefeated: From Trial to Triumph and Undaunted in Darkness: Finding Your Path From Broken to Bold. Elizabeth encourages and equips people who are feeling stuck in their trial, trauma, or tragedy, to build resilience so they can enjoy a fulfilling life doing what they were created to do. Liz is also the host of the weekly podcast Resilient Life Hacks. As a motivational speaker and Bible teacher, Elizabeth enjoys expressing theological concepts through relatable metaphors that enhance personal understanding of big ideas for ordinary people.

Podcasting since 2014, Jerry Dugan brings to the microphone his experiences as a husband, father, combat veteran, leadership coach, instructional designer, and men’s ministry servant. His hope is to help Christian men pursue their dreams, without compromising their faith, families, and health.