Created to Be
The Created to Be podcast is hosted by Bethany Pigott, Justin Pigott, Darius Brown, and Brandi Morgan. Episodes incorporate what’s happening in FCA at Mississippi State, fun and lighthearted conversations that help you get to know the hosts and their guests, and real-life topics and themes being discussed with coaches and athletes.
Episodes
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, Darius, and Mary Ashley dive into the “stretch time” with a conversation about the best and worst marriage advice they’ve heard over the years. From “never go to bed angry” and “happy wife, happy life” to learning how to communicate for understanding instead of just reacting, the group shares honest stories, hard-earned lessons, and a lot of laughter along the way.
The c...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Justin, Bethany, and Darius sit down with MSU FCA intern Mary Ashley Culpepper to hear her FCA story and talk about her upcoming wedding in July.
The crew shares engagement stories filled with awkward moments, close calls, stress, surprises, and a lot of laughter — including Disney proposal backup plans, baseball field proposals, fake appreciation dinners, and accidentally walking away w...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, the crew takes a more story-driven approach as they reflect on meaningful moments from FCA this semester, the impact of relationships in spiritual growth, and the hilarious — and sometimes chaotic — realities of vacations.
From Open Mic testimonies that revealed just how much students have grown this year, to conversations about how transformation is often “caught” through community inst...
In this episode of Created To Be Podcast, former MSU All-American softball player Madisyn Farmer joins Bethany, Justin, and Brandi for an honest conversation about the transitions we all face in life.
Madi shares her deeply personal journey of stepping away from college athletics and the unexpected grief that came with it. From discovering she played her final season on a broken foot to navigating the loss of structure, community, a...
In this episode of the Created to Be Podcast, Bethany, Justin, Doc, and special guest Jeremiah Pierce explore a powerful connection between gardening and formation.
What begins as a fun and light-hearted conversation about planting, growth, and tending to a garden quickly becomes a deeper reflection on how life itself is formed. Jeremiah shares how plants and children both reveal a humbling truth—we don’t give life, but we do get to...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Darius welcome special guest—MSU strength and conditioning assistant Jay Zbieszkowski—to talk about becoming secure.
But before diving into the main topic, the conversation takes a fun detour into Arbor Day—trees, childhood memories, and plenty of laughs about planting trees (and occasionally forgetting where they ended up). What starts as lighthearted nostalgia quic...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Darius are back together after a short break—Bethany’s recovery and a sound equipment upgrade included—and it feels good to be back.
They kick things off with plenty of laughs, including Darius admitting he has no idea what pickleball is, before jumping into some of the biggest moments they missed during their time away—from the Olympics to March Madness—and even sha...
In this episode of the Created to Be Podcast, we’re going to the vault—but with fresh perspective. Bethany reintroduces a powerful conversation on honesty and vulnerability, beginning with a current update from former Mississippi State soccer goalkeeper Maddy Anderson, now playing professionally in France.
Maddy reflects on how vulnerability—with God and with others—has shaped her, deepened her relationships, and prepared her for li...
In this episode of the Created to Be Podcast, Bethany and Brandi are joined by Mississippi State softball player Taylor Troutman for a powerful and honest conversation about becoming free—on the field and in life.
From lighthearted moments about Mahjong and softball cheering culture to deeper reflections on fear, injury, identity, and trust, Taylor shares her story of walking through sickness, a torn ACL, and learning how to play—an...
In this episode of the Created to Be Podcast, the team explores the question: Who or what is shaping you? Through honest stories of failure, disappointment, people-pleasing, loss of platform, and unmet expectations, the conversation unpacks how the process of formation in the life of the believer reveals what’s already inside us. Rather than avoiding discomfort, they discuss how God uses it to bring awareness, refine posture, and f...
In this episode of the Created To Be Podcast, the gang is back kicking off a new semester of FCA by catching up and diving into the cultural conversation around “2026 is the new 2016.” As student-athletes and leaders navigate a fast, filtered, always-on world, Bethany, Justin, Darius, and Brandi, reflect on what life looked like before algorithms, constant connectivity, and performance-driven pressure.
Through stories, laughter, and...
In this episode of the Created To Be Podcast, Bethany and Justin sit down with Mississippi State radio voice Jason Crowder for a wide-ranging conversation about their friendship, stories, and sports broadcasting.
The episode opens with Bethany, Justin, and Jason sharing how they met and how their stories have intertwined over the past 20+ years, then shifts into a timely discussion on postseason formats across college football, the ...
In this episode of the Created To Be Podcast, Bethany takes time to reflect on the journey of the podcast, the stories shared so far, and what’s ahead as we step into 2026. Whether you’re brand new or have been listening all along, this episode serves as a reintroduction to the heart behind the podcast—sharing what God is doing through FCA at Mississippi State and creating meaningful conversation around faith, sports, and life as a...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin wrap up the year by leaning into one of sports fans' favorite formats—top 10 lists. From iconic ESPN countdowns to unforgettable sports moments, they talk about why highlights matter and how they shape the way fans remember a season.
Then, the conversation shifts to what really made this year special: memorable MSU FCA moments. From spiritual growth and powerful t...
In this episode of the Created To Be podcast, Bethany and Brandi sit down with Mississippi State athletic trainer Taylor Pitts for a meaningful conversation about hometowns, career paths, and discerning life’s big decisions. Taylor reflects on growing up in inner-city Detroit, navigating different cultures, and finding her way into Division I SEC athletics—along with the courage it takes to take risks and pivot when life doesn’t un...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, Brandi, and Darius move from lighthearted holiday traditions to deeper conversations about character and identity. They talk about Santa Claus and family expectations, what it really looks like to respond well after a tough sports loss, and why handling defeat with maturity matters far beyond the scoreboard. The conversation closes with a thoughtful discussion on hometo...
In this episode of the Created to Be Podcast, we’re talking all things traditions—how they start, why they matter, and the funny ways they become “our thing.” We recap an encouraging open mic night, celebrate the ways God is moving through community, and share some end-of-semester highlights.
MSU Track & Field athlete Anje Nel also jumps in with stories from growing up in South Africa, cultural surprises in the U.S., and her fam...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Justin, Bethany, and Darius dive into where rivalries come from and what truly defines them. From childhood memories to the storied histories of college football programs, they unpack every angle—including the messy and heated moments. As you listen, see if you can guess some of the rivalry highlights featured in this week’s conversation!
Send us your comments! Either ...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin fly duo and shift from relationships to the idea of finishing well and learning how to win. They start with some fun FCA updates then dive into some of the wildest finishes in sports they can remember. From there, the conversation turns to what a winner’s mentality actually looks like: playing to your standard, not just the scoreboard; treating losing as data, not dis...
In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Justin shares his top 5 list of the most iconic coach sound bites that are memorable to him, then everyone chimes in about how leadership identity is shaped. The episode concludes with conversation about the differences in dating norms among the different generations.
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