The Sheckler Spotlight
🎙️ The Sheckler Spotlight Welcome to The Sheckler Spotlight, where creativity meets purpose and conversation goes deeper. Hosted by pianist, professor, and creative entrepreneur Harrison Sheckler, each episode features inspiring conversations with artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, faith leaders, and everyday heroes. At The Sheckler Spotlight, we explore the stories that shape us, uplift us, and connect us — diving into creativity, faith, perseverance, mental health, leadership, and living a life of purpose. Whether you're chasing a dream, building a career, or simply seeking encouragement, you'll find honest, uplifting dialogue that sparks inspiration and moves you forward. 🎧 New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe and be part of th...
Matthew Chenard: Faith, Purpose & Resilience | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 5
In this powerful episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with Matt Chenard, a business, leadership, and life coach for Christian men. From hockey rinks in Alberta to the frontlines of faith-based entrepreneurship, Matt shares his journey through personal trials—burnout, business setbacks, autoimmune illness—and how he emerged with a Christ-centered mission: to help men lead with integrity, resilience, and purpose.
Together, we explore:
How faith transformed Matt’s mindset and businessThe impact of lockdowns and financial hardship on his familyWhy writing your eulogy today could change how you live tomorrowThe power of cold exposu...Jeffrey Biegel: A Life at the Piano, A Voice for the Future | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 4
In this captivating episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison Sheckler sits down with world-renowned pianist, composer, and educator Jeffrey Biegel—a visionary force in the classical music world.
From performing the first-ever live internet recital in 1997 to commissioning over 30 new concertos from living composers, Biegel shares stories from a trailblazing career rooted in innovation, artistry, and heart. He opens up about his early struggles with hearing loss, mentorship under legendary teacher Adele Marcus, and the emotional power of connecting with audiences through music.
We discuss the ambitious “Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue” project, which brought togeth...
Noel MacNeal: Puppetry, Purpose & Creativity | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 3
Episode 3 – Noel MacNeal: Puppetry, Purpose & Creativity | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 3
In this episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, I sit down with Emmy-winning puppeteer, voice actor, and director Noel MacNeal, best known as Bear from Bear in the Big Blue House, Magellan from Eureeka’s Castle, and countless iconic characters from Sesame Street, The Puzzle Place, Between the Lions, and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.Â
We talk about:
- His start in puppetry and inspiration from Jim Henson
- Lessons from his mom and mentors like Caroll Spinney and Kermit Love- His b...
Sarah Kroger: Leading Worship with a Humbled Heart | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 2
In this inspiring episode, Harrison Sheckler sits down with GMA Dove Award-nominated artist, songwriter, and worship leader Sarah Kroger. Sarah shares her powerful journey from growing up in a musical family, to facing bullying and fear, to finding healing and purpose through worship.
We explore her new album A New Reality, her upcoming book Belovedness: Overcoming Your Inner Critic, and her experiences leading worship around the world — including touring with Matt Maher and singing at the National Eucharistic Congress. Sarah opens up about faith in seasons of silence, staying grounded in humility, and the deep beauty of bl...
Ben Zobrist: Finding True Worth Beyond Performance | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 1
In this powerful episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, two-time World Series Champion and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist opens up about his journey from a small town in Illinois to the heights of Major League Baseball — and the even deeper journey of finding his true worth beyond athletic performance.
Ben shares incredible stories from his career (including winning with the Royals and Cubs), his struggles with mental health after reaching the mountaintop, and how his faith helped him rediscover his identity.We also dive into Champion Forward, Ben’s initiative helping young athletes, coaches, and parents build emot...
