Going Big! with Kevin Gentry

Welcome to Going Big! — the podcast where we share the stories of people who have truly gone big in their own lives. Hosted by Kevin Gentry, Going Big! has consistently ranked as a top podcast on iTunes in its category and has earned multiple national honors, including the 2024 MarCom Gold Award for Non-Profit Podcast, the 2024 Viddy Gold Award for Non-Profit and Marketing Podcast, the 2025 Viddy Award, and the 2025 Communicator Award.
Each episode features in-depth conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, political figures, and other trailblazers who have achieved extraordinary impact in their work and communities. You’ll hear firsthand how they pursued bold ideas, took major risks, overcame challenges, and built something remarkable.
We no longer focus solely on fundraising and marketing. Instead, Going Big! explores the full spectrum of leadership, innovation, and personal drive — uncovering the lessons, values, and pivotal moments that propelled our guests to think bigger and push further.
Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a nonprofit leader, a political changemaker, or simply someone inspired by real stories of ambition and achievement, Going Big! offers insights and inspiration to help you take your own next leap.
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Episodes
Episodes



Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
In this compelling episode of the Going Big! Podcast, host Kevin Gentry sits down with Eli Alony, Vice President of the City of David Foundation, for a profound conversation about one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries in human history. Speaking from Jerusalem, Eli takes us on a journey through the ancient City of David, a site that has unearthed 3,000 years of history central to Judaism and Christianity.
Eli shares the incredible story of how this ancient city, long buried and forgotten, is being brought back to life through groundbreaking archaeological efforts, uncovering ties to King David, the First and Second Temples, and pivotal biblical events. Learn how modern-day archaeologists, with the Bible in one hand and ancient maps in the other, are proving the historical accuracy of stories once thought to exist only in faith.



Monday Dec 16, 2024
The Christmas Gift with Rev. Sam Ferguson
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
On this special holiday episode of the Going Big! Podcast, Kevin Gentry welcomes the Rev. Sam Ferguson, rector of The Falls Church Anglican in metro Washington, DC, to explore the true meaning of Christmas. Rev. Ferguson shares insights into how God wants to give you Himself.
Through reflections on faith, hope, and the transformative message of Christ’s birth, they discuss how to keep the holidays rooted in spiritual truth amidst the hustle and bustle. And they also discuss the transformative power of giving. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will enrich your Advent journey and remind you of the joy and meaning found in the story of Jesus.
Tune in to the Going Big! Podcast for this uplifting holiday episode that celebrates the heart of Christmas.



Monday Dec 09, 2024
Business as a Force for Good – Lord Matthew Elliott
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
On this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, Kevin Gentry sits down with Lord Matthew Elliott, President of The Jobs Foundation in the UK and a key strategist behind Brexit, to discuss how businesses can be a transformative force for good in society.
Lord Elliott delves into The Jobs Foundation's mission of creating jobs, providing training, and addressing the drivers of poverty, all while building a powerful coalition of business leaders across Great Britain. With an innovative approach that emphasizes local impact through regional councils, The Jobs Foundation connects businesses offering bottom up solutions to eliminate barriers to opportunity.
Join us as we explore the vital role businesses play in shaping a better future, the lessons learned from Brexit, and how businesses can lead the charge in fostering economic and social progress.
Subscribe to the Going Big! Podcast and discover how you can help business become a force for good in the world.
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Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
In this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, Kevin Gentry welcomes Charles Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the Commonwealth Foundation, to discuss the pivotal role Pennsylvania played in the 2024 elections. As the only recipient of both the State Policy Network’s Overton and Roe Awards, Charles brings a unique perspective on the fight for common-sense American values in his home state.
Tune in as Charles shares the challenges, triumphs, and grassroots efforts that shaped the outcomes in Pennsylvania, offering insights into how citizens stood up for freedom and principles that resonate across the nation. Don’t miss this compelling discussion on Pennsylvania’s stand for values and what it means for America’s future. Subscribe and listen now!



Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
In this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, Kevin Gentry is joined by Evan Feinberg, Chairman of Stand Together Foundation. Together, they explore innovative strategies for poverty alleviation, emphasizing a bottom-up approach where neighbors help neighbors, fostering community-driven solutions.
Evan shares why traditional top-down methods have fallen short, despite trillions of dollars spent, and how empowering individuals and communities can lead to real, lasting change.
Don’t miss this compelling conversation on how we can help others improve their lives and build a stronger, more connected society. Subscribe and listen now to discover how Stand Together is transforming the fight against poverty!
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Kevin Gentry founded TenX Strategies to help great causes transform their effectiveness by 10xing their fundraising. He previously served as Vice President at Stand Together and also Vice President for Special Projects at Koch, where for more than 20 years he helped build the fundraising and marketing capabilities of organizations dedicated to the principles of a free society. With previous leadership roles at the Institute for Humane Studies, the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, and the Leadership Institute, Kevin brings a wealth of experience to solve big problems and a passion for advancing meaningful causes.








