Next Rung Radio
Welcome to Next Rung Radio Podcast, where each episode is a rung on the ladder to your highest self. Hosted by multi-hyphenate creator and seven-figure entrepreneur Ron Creech, this is more than just a podcast, it’s a raw, real, and radically honest journey into the principles that elevate mind, voice, and vision.
From starting with nothing but a dream and $20 in his pocket to building multiple thriving businesses, Ron brings you the mindset and tools that changed his life—and will change yours.
Sometimes it's just Ron, dropping unfiltered wisdom from the trenches. Other times, he's joined by some of the most powerful and unique voices in the world: artists, thought leaders, visionaries, and warriors of the climb - each sharing how they’ve applied the six principles of faith, imagination, intuition, will, memory, reasoning, and perception to reach their next rung.
This is the show for the bold thinkers, the resilient dreamers, relentless climbers and faith driven leaders. If you're ready to break through limiting beliefs, embrace the climb, and unlock your next level, you just found your tribe that helps you step into your power one rung at a time.
Next stop: Your Next Rung.
Next Rung Radio
"From Prison To Purpose," Featuring Men of Valor Advocate Jay Austin
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Jay Austin’s redemption story moves from addiction, abuse, and years behind bars to a peace he can’t explain without Jesus. In this raw Nashville testimony, Jay shares the moment God “stopped him in his tracks” at a Circle K, how Men of Valor reshaped his identity in Christ, and why community, accountability, and the right voices matter. We talk suicide prevention, transforming shame into wisdom, parenting through repair, and building a purpose-driven life after prison. If you or someone you love is fighting addiction, trauma, or reentry, this faith-forward conversation is a blueprint for second chances and real change.
Episode Highlights
• From addiction, abuse, and prison to a life redeemed by surrendering fully to Christ.
• Shares the moment God stopped his suicide attempt and rewrote his future through grace.
• Talks about Men of Valor, fatherhood, and rebuilding self-worth after incarceration.
• Shows how shame becomes wisdom when placed in God’s hands and walked out in community.
• Inspires listeners to seek help, find purpose, and believe no life is too broken to be rebuilt.