The Austin Moss Show
Welcome to The Austin Moss Show—a podcast where business, leadership, and purpose come together. Hosted by Austin Moss, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and leader in business and finance, this show focuses on real conversations with people who have built successful ventures while creating meaningful impact.
Each episode shares the experiences of leaders who have faced challenges, made bold decisions, and developed strategies that combine personal growth with professional success. The show dives into the key moments that shaped their paths and the practical lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Whether you’re starting your journey, leading a team, or looking for ways to make a greater impact, The Austin Moss Show offers straightforward insights, valuable strategies, and perspectives on what it means to lead with purpose and intention.
Join Austin Moss each week as he explores how to align business success with making a difference—one conversation at a time.
The Austin Moss Show
God Closed One Door And Opened a Movement: Michael Loney | The Austin Moss Show Ep. 10
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In this episode, Austin sits down with Michael Loney, founder of Freedom Hoops — a powerful Kansas City basketball discipleship ministry transforming the lives of young men who need mentorship, structure, and hope.
Michael shares the raw and honest story of being let go mid-season, believing his dream career was collapsing… only to discover that God was redirecting him toward a purpose far bigger than he imagined.
Today, Freedom Hoops serves hundreds of young men through:
🏀 Basketball
🍽️ Weekly meals
🤝 Life-on-life mentoring
📖 Gospel-centered discipleship
💛 Real relationships that extend far beyond the gym
This conversation covers faith, leadership, calling, nonprofit growth, overcoming setbacks, and the power of being obedient to God’s direction — even when it hurts.
Topics Covered
00:00 – Processing fees, humble beginnings
00:10 – How being fired became a turning point
00:55 – Austin opens the show
01:20 – Who is Michael Loney?
02:00 – Growing up in rural Iowa
03:00 – Calling, family, and a heart for ministry
04:40 – What is Freedom Hoops?
05:30 – Basketball + mentoring + discipleship model
07:00 – Tracking hours, impact, and goals
09:00 – Launching a second site & rapid growth
12:00 – Building a strong, diverse team
15:00 – Behind the scenes: nonprofit operations
20:00 – Funding stories & how God provided
28:00 – Losing his coaching job & the emotional battle
33:00 – Recognizing God’s signals
37:00 – How to take the first step when you feel stuck
42:00 – Freedom Hoops vision for 2024–2026
45:00 – The March Madness 3v3 Tournament
48:00 – The impact of family + faith in leadership
50:00 – How to get involved or volunteer
51:00 – Michael’s mission & how he wants to be remembered
ABOUT FREEDOM HOOPS
Freedom Hoops is a basketball-driven discipleship ministry serving young men across Kansas City by creating safe spaces, long-term mentorship, and Christ-centered community.
Website: https://freedomhoops.org
Instagram: @freedomhoops
LinkedIn: Michaelloney
WAYS TO SUPPORT
Donate to help Freedom Hoops reach its $300k year-end goal
Sponsor the 3v3 Tournament
Volunteer as a mentor, coach, or helper
Follow + Share their mission with your community
🔗 Connect with Austin Moss:
Instagram: @austinmossofficial
Facebook: Austin Moss Official
LinkedIn: Austin Earl Moss
TikTok: @austinmossofficial
YouTube: Austin Moss Official
Twitter (X): @austinmossoffcl
🌐 Websites:
austinmoss.com
capitalcollab.com
blackbayfund.com
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