Marcus Smith, host of BYUradio’s Constant Wonder podcast, encourages a mode of study, thought, action, and feeling that puts the strongest check on our all-too human inclination to normalize creation. With a master's degree in German literature, Marcus has worked as a writer, editor, teacher, radio talent, and a composer of sacred music. He adores cute kids, fine poetry, avocets, pikas, Mirabilis multiflora stumbled upon in the wild, and chocolatey truffles.

Lisa Valentine Clark graduated with a B.S. in English from Brigham Young University. She was part of the sketch comedy/improv troupe The Garrens, and co-founded the theater-as-improv troupe The Thrillionaires which performs original, improvised plays and musicals in a variety of genres. She has been featured in a variety of commercials, including the “real mom” in the viral videos for Chatbooks. Lisa works as a freelance writer for commercials, webseries, and scripts. She wrote the book, Real Moms Making It Up As We Go, hosted the feel-good service show “Random Acts,” and headlined the musical improv tv show Show Offs, for three seasons on BYUtv. She has starred in movies like Stalking Santa, and was a script consultant, producer, and starred as “Carrie Carrington” in the film Once I Was a Beehive and Once I Was Engaged. She currently hosts the weekly podcast The Lisa Show (www.thelisashowpodcast.com) on BYUradio. Lisa and her late husband Christopher have 5 children.

Kurt Francom is the founder and executive director of Leading Saints and manages the day-to-day efforts of Leading Saints and is the host of the podcast. Kurt graduated from the University of Utah in 2008 with a degree in Business Marketing. He ran a web development company for 5 years before focusing on Leading Saints full-time. Kurt currently lives in Stansbury Park, Utah with his lovely wife Alanna. They are blessed to have three children.

Kristen Walker Smith is the creator of the One Minute Scripture Study podcast, a BYU Education Week speaker, EFY teacher, and Deseret Book masterclass teacher. Kristen graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University where she met her darling husband of over 20 years; they are the parents of three wonderful, rascally children. When Kristen isn’t teaching the gospel you can usually find her rock climbing, listening to Elder Holland talks, or eating peanut butter– frequently all at the same time.

Julie Rose has been a radio journalist for 20 years, reporting for NPR local stations in Salt Lake City and Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as network shows including Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Her feature and news reporting won multiple national and regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. In 2015, Julie began hosting BYUradio’s daily live radio show on Sirius XM 143 called Top of Mind and went on to win a Gracie Award for radio hosting. After several years on the air daily, Julie began fighting the urge to avoid the news completely, because of how anxious and angry it made her feel. She knew she couldn’t be alone in that. So, in 2022, Top of Mind became the answer, switching to a podcast that tackles tough topics in a way that’s honest and probing, but also leaves people feeling empathetic and empowered.

Inspiring Latter-Day Saints around the globe through uplifting books, motivational talks, and an uncanny sense of humor.

I remember standing on a hot, dusty hiking trail at girls camp when I was 14 years old and having the profound impression that I got to decide whether I was going to be miserable or not. It was so empowering." Many years later, as a certified life coach, Heather Rackham is the host of the Latter-day Life Coaches podcast and director of two coach directories: The Life Coach Directory for Latter-day Saints AND the Life Coach Directory. That 14-year-old girl had no idea she would get to spend much of her life helping others find the coaches and tools to empower themselves in the same way: choosing who you want to be, on purpose. Heather and her husband Lance have 4 children and live in Kuna, Idaho where they are almost empty nesters and love exploring and adventuring in the beautiful world our Heavenly Parents have created for us.

Heather Bigley is the Senior Producer of BYUradio's In Good Faith podcast. She has published film criticism, satirical poetry, and interviews in a variety of outlets. She holds a PhD from the University of Florida, an MFA from the University of Houston, and a BA from Brigham Young University. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a teenager in Maryland and has lived most of her life outside of Utah, called to serve in her local wards as an adult Sunday School teacher or to women's leadership. She is married to Kwang Lee, a poet.

Hank has presented as keynote presenter at international programs, universities, school assemblies, and other forums around the world. Hank is the bestselling author of many books and audio CDs, including, Be Happy, Unconquerable, and Running Down Your Dreams. Hanks powerful messages of high trust culture and its impact on achievement, inspire leaders, employees and students in becoming exceptional in life and work. Hank engages audiences with his happiness, hilarious humor, and motivating insights. Hank has an MBA from Utah State University and a Ph.D. from Brigham Young University. In addition to his work in consulting with companies and families, Hank has presented at nationwide programs, several University Education Weeks and various forums around the country

Ganel-Lyn is a popular motivational speaker - known for inspiring others with her unique honesty, authenticity and spirit. She is dedicated to her family, faith, and inspiring others. Ganel-Lyn loves teaching others with speaking and writing. She has experienced healing from a major chronic illness and is the mother to two miracle children. After the heart-breaking suicide of her 40 year old sister, Ganel-Lyn is constantly working towards prevention. Ganel-Lyn lives with an open heart and feels passionate about sharing principles that will empower others to live life with more joy. She is a regular television/radio guest and hosts the popular shows REAL TALK CFM and THE MIDDLE. Ganel-Lyn's talks and books have now encouraged thousands of people all over the world. She loves growing older with her cute husband Rob and aims to keep learning and loving.