In this episode, Joshua Thelen talks about why Formed By Hope was created, the meaning behind the name, and the vision for what this podcast could become. From faith and mental health to creativity, media, culture, and personal growth, this episode is an introduction to the ideas, struggles, humor, and conversations that inspired the start of the show.

This isn’t a perfect beginning — and that’s the point. Formed By Hope is about learning, growing, creating, and finding purpose even during uncertain moments in life.

Expect honest thoughts, personal stories, humor, and a look into the future of the podcast and the community being built around it.

Welcome to Formed By Hope.