Kyler Hamilton’s mission story did not go the way anyone expected - and that’s exactly why part two hits so hard. From language struggles and a devastating medical crisis in the Dominican Republic to the moment he realized God was still shaping his life, this conversation traces the unexpected path that led him from injured missionary to seminary and institute teacher, husband, and podcast host.

Kyler opens up about the brutal reality of serving in the Dominican Republic Santiago mission as a black American missionary who looked local but could barely speak the language. He shares how frustration, tears, and a simple piece of counsel from his trainer changed everything, then takes you into the shocking health emergency that sent him home, only to reveal the deeper diagnosis that nearly derailed his future.

You’ll hear how a broken mission plan became a turning point, why his mom’s words about never taking the tag off his heart stuck with him, and how that same consecration eventually led him to his calling in seminary and institute. Kyler also shares the unlikely classroom moment that made him realize teaching the gospel could be his life’s work, plus the path that took him from sports psychology ambitions at BYU to teaching student athletes at the University of Utah.

We break down the spiritual habits that keep him grounded - daily Book of Mormon reading, consistent repentance, temple worship, and learning how the Holy Ghost actually works. Kyler explains why he believes God has been orchestrating every piece of his life with purpose, especially for the students and families he serves now.If you’ve ever wondered how setbacks, detours, and disappointments can become part of a divine design, this episode will challenge you, encourage you, and remind you that your story is still unfolding. Essential listening for anyone navigating faith, identity, leadership, or a season that didn’t go according to plan.

Kyler Hamilton is a seminary and institute teacher with 11 years of experience, currently teaching at the University of Utah and serving student athletes. He is also the host of We Talk Of, where he helps families have better conversations about Christ, faith, and home-centered gospel living.

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Episode 16

The advice that changed Ryan Flint's life was never about confidence, success, or even real estate - it was a simple plea from his grandmother: start seeing yourself the way I see you. That moment set him on a journey that reshaped how he leads, serves, builds businesses, and talks about faith in public.

Ryan Flint has spent nearly two decades in real estate, entrepreneurship, and advisory leadership, but this conversation goes far deeper than career wins.

Brennon Schweikart and Ryan unpack the “second mile” philosophy, the power of imperfect action, and why the real test of leadership is whether you see people for who they are, not just what they produce.

You'll discover how Ryan went from chasing titles and external validation to prioritizing people, journaling through every season of life, and building a public presence that blends professional credibility with personal testimony. He shares how his grandmother’s courage, his father’s example of service, and his mission experience on the Mexico border helped him understand that influence is about being a conduit, not the center of attention.

We break down why social media became a tool for one person, not a platform for applause, how the atonement informs his work, and why he believes the strongest businesses are built on trusted representation, humility, and the willingness to do more than expected.

Ryan also explains the framework behind The Second Mile, his upcoming book rooted in Matthew 5 and the idea that the Savior doesn’t just tell us where to go - He walks with us.If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career identity, unsure how to share your faith, or overwhelmed by the pressure to be perfect before taking action, this episode will meet you where you are. Essential listening for anyone trying to build a meaningful life, a stronger family, or a business that leaves people better than it found them.

He thought he’d blown up every chance at a mission, football, and a future. Instead, one relentless friend, one unexpected bishop, and one line from Isaiah 6 changed everything.

Kyler Hamilton shares the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how a year and a half of bad choices, shame, and rejection turned into an unmistakable comeback - one that led him from Provo to Dixie State, from near-total spiritual drift to a life-changing mission call, and eventually to BYU.

Host Brennon Schweikart pulls back the curtain on the moments that mattered most: the conversation with Kyler’s mom that cracked him open, the bishop’s invitation to read 10 verses a day from the Book of Mormon, the football teammate who refused to take no for an answer, and the interview with a church office leader who had already read Kyler’s letter. Along the way, Kyler opens up about conversion as an ongoing process, the power of repentance, and why his story is proof that God can keep moving you forward even when you cannot see the path.

You’ll discover:

• Why Kyler says his conversion started in the middle of his worst decisions
• How his mother’s response changed the entire direction of his life
• The Book of Mormon promise that felt almost impossible at the time
• Why Isaiah 6 became the verse that made his mission make sense
• How a denied mission call eventually became a setup for something bigger

Kyler also shares why he created his podcast, We Talk Of - a show built to help parents, leaders, and friends have the hard conversations that point people back to the Savior. That mission threads through the whole episode: conversion, communication, and the kind of faith that shows up in real life, not just in theory.

If you’ve ever felt too far gone, stuck between what you’ve done and what you hope God still wants from you, this conversation will hit hard. It is especially essential if you’re navigating faith, wrestling with regret, or trying to help someone else find their way back.

A powerful story about repentance, second chances, and the quiet ways God connects the dots before you ever can.