Senator Phil Gramm: Bold Leadership, Big Risks, and Transforming America’s Economy

02/17/25 • 53 min

On this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, host Kevin Gentry sits down with former U.S. Senator Phil Gramm, a leader whose career has been defined by taking bold risks and reshaping America’s economic policies.

From his early days as an economics professor to becoming a key architect of the Reagan Revolution, Gramm shares his journey of challenging the status quo, fighting for lower taxes, and making tough decisions that changed the course of history. He opens up about his daring decision to resign from Congress, switch parties, and run again, proving that true leadership means standing firm on principles—even when the odds are against you.

This conversation is a masterclass in resilience, bold decision-making, and what it truly means to go big. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or changemaker, Phil Gramm’s insights will inspire you to take action and make a lasting impact.

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Financial Freedom & Bold Vision: Rev. DeForest “Buster” Soaries on Breaking Barriers and Going Big

Dr. DeForest “Buster” Soaries has spent his life Going Big—whether as a civil rights leader, mega-church pastor, financial educator, or faith-driven entrepreneur. In this episode of the Going Big Podcast, host Kevin Gentry sits down with Dr. Soaries to explore his journey from community activism to leading a financial revolution through the dfree®️ Movement, empowering thousands to achieve true financial freedom.

From breaking free of debt to building lasting wealth, Dr. Soaries shares his game-changing approach to financial empowerment and how personal responsibility and faith intersect with social justice. He reveals the lessons that shaped him, the mentors who guided him, and how believing in yourself is the first step to Going Big in any area of life.

If you're ready to take control of your finances, think bigger, and make a lasting impact, this episode will inspire and equip you to take bold action. Don’t miss it!

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Going Big with Art: How Polly Gentry Transformed Tragedy into Impact

What does it truly mean to Go Big? For artist Polly Gentry, it meant taking a personal moment of grief and transforming it into a mission of honor, remembrance, and action. After witnessing the heartbreaking events of the 2021 Afghanistan troop withdrawal, Polly was moved to create a one-of-a-kind tribute—her Flags of Honor series, with each piece dedicated to one of the 13 fallen service members.

But Polly didn’t stop at expression—she took her impact even further. Determined to make a tangible difference, she auctioned her art to support military families through the Folds of Honor Foundation, proving that creativity, when paired with purpose, has the power to change lives.

On this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, host Kevin Gentry sits down with Polly to explore how she discovered her artistic gift later in life, the moment she realized her work could serve a greater cause, and why taking bold action with your talents can ignite change beyond what you ever imagined. This conversation is a reminder that Going Big isn’t just about ambition—it’s about using your unique gifts to leave a lasting impact.