Echos of Impact

In this special episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down—just the two of us—for a conversation that's close to our hearts: how do we hear God's voice? We don't come to this as experts, but as women who have spent a lifetime praying, listening, wrestling, and sometimes wondering if we heard Him right. Together, we share our own stories of hearing God through scripture, prayer, fastin...

Trigger Warning: This episode includes themes of loss and grief. Please use discretion when listening. In this heartfelt episode of Echos of Impact, Briana sits down with Lauren Sterling Garcia—a remarried widow, mom of eight, real estate agent, "pretend farmer," and host of the Ordinary Grit podcast. Introduced by a mutual friend (and later realizing they'd just attended the same family camp!), B...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of infidelity, substance abuse, and marital conflict. Please listen with discretion. In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Erika Taphorn, a photographer, wife, and mom of five from central Illinois, to share her raw and redemptive story of marriage restoration. Erika opens up about her journey—from becoming...

In this heartfelt conversation, Cherise and Briana sit down with Michelle McMahon—follower of Jesus, wife, girl mom, former pastor, and trauma-trained therapist—to unpack how curiosity (not control) opens the door to connection, clarity, and healing. Michelle shares how God restored what was lost in her childhood story and how that redemption now shapes her calling as a counselor for couples and i...

 In this season-opening conversation of Echos of Impact, Cherise and Briana invite you behind the curtain—what God's been teaching us lately, how testimony shapes us, and why "slow is fast" can change the way we show up at home. We talk about setting the "temperature" of our homes with peace and intention, letting the Holy Spirit lead our pace, and why learning through people's stories is often a...

In this inspiring episode of Echos of Impact , Briana and Cherise sit down with Andrea Hill —a wife, mom of four, nurse, entrepreneur, and founder of Mission 212 Foundation—to hear her powerful story of finding God's peace in the midst of unimaginable trials. Andrea and her husband, Austin, walked through years of uncertainty after he was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer. What began as a terr...

In this heartfelt episode of  Echos of Impact , Briana and Cherise sit down for another real and raw conversation about friendship—the beauty, the wounds, and the longing we all carry for meaningful connection. After hearing powerful feedback from listeners on their last friendship episode, Briana and Cherise return to unpack what friendship really looks like through a Christian lens. Together, th...

In this wisdom-packed episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Leigh-Ann Campbell — wife, mom of five, women's ministry leader, and truth-teller with a heart for building strong families and authentic communities. Raised in New England and planted in the Midwest for the past 26 years, Leigh-Ann married her husband Troy in 1999 and has worn nearly every kind of "mama" title — fo...

  In this inspiring episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Cassie Ferren, co-lead pastor of Midtown Church in Kansas City, foster mom, mentor, and advocate for women in ministry. Cassie's story is a powerful testimony of surrender, obedience, and what it looks like to follow God when the path ahead is anything but clear. Cassie shares how growing up in a family that planted c...

In this deeply moving episode of Echos of Impact, Briana sits down with Rebekah Albaugh, an internationally published wedding photographer, co-founder of The Reset Conference, and host of the Honest to Goodness Podcast. Rebekah shares her powerful testimony of walking through profound grief—losing her father, her mother, three miscarriages, and most recently, her two-month-old granddaughter—while...

In this honest and heartfelt episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down to talk about something we all wrestle with at some point—friendship. From seasons of loneliness to shifting relationships, adult friendship can feel tender, confusing, and even painful. Briana and Cherise share vulnerably about what they've learned (and are still learning) when it comes to letting go, going deepe...

In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Cherise sits down with Rebekah Hoover—midwife, mama of six, and one of Cherise's dearest friends—to talk about purpose, surrender, and trusting God through the unexpected. Rebekah was Cherise's doula when she gave birth to her daughter Ellie, and her steady presence during that faith-stretching moment left a lasting mark. Since then, Rebekah has walked...

Ep. 31: "When God Asks for Everything: The Power of Obedient Faith" with Staci Wallace In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Staci Wallace, CEO and co-founder of Fueled by Fire, a global business consulting firm, to talk about surrender, purpose, and what it really means to reflect God in every area of life. Staci's story is one of radical obedience—from sin...

In this heartfelt solo episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down for a powerful and practical conversation on something they hear again and again: "How do I share my story?" Testimony is a core part of the Christian life—but it can feel intimidating. What do you include? What do you leave out? How do you share your story without dishonoring someone else or exposing unhealed pain? And...

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive content related to infant loss, sudden death of a parent, caregiving stress, and miscarriage. Please take care while listening.   In this deeply moving episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Meagan Spires—a stay-at-home mama, military wife, and woman of quiet strength—to talk about grief, healing, and the quiet faithfulness...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of anxiety and mental health struggles. In this freeing and heartfelt episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with writer, creative, and purpose-driven voice Sarah Kruzel to unpack what it really means to take the pressure off. From social expectations to the weight of internal perfectionism, Sarah shares how her personal journey—fr...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault, infertility, miscarriage, and military loss. While shared with sensitivity and hope, these topics may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening, and know it's okay to pause or step away if needed. In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Laura O'Malley—a military wife,...

In this heart-opening episode of Echos of Impact, Cherise sits down with Shayne Givens—Jesus lover, wife, mom, hairstylist, minister, and Heart Physics® coach-in-training—to talk about how true transformation begins not in our circumstances, but in the unseen places of our hearts. Shayne opens up about her powerful journey through teen motherhood, trauma, and toxic relationships, and how intimacy...

In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Krystalle Saucedo, Kansas City native, mama of three, and founder of Lullaby of Hope, a nonprofit that curates gift boxes for women experiencing loss in the womb. Krystalle also serves on the board of Solace Photography and currently works at Harvesters, a local food bank. But behind her leadership and compassion is a st...

In this moving episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Charley Laas—a worship leader, vocal coach, and songwriter—to talk about doubt, identity, creativity, and the hard but holy journey of finding intimacy with God through pain. Charley vulnerably shares her story of growing up in a Christian home, encountering heartbreak and loss, and walking through a long wilderness season...

In this inspiring episode of Echos of Impact, Cherise sits down with Nikki Vivas, beloved Kansas City radio personality, to talk about what it means to trust God when life takes an unexpected turn. Nikki is a longtime radio host known not only for her voice on air but also for her boldness in sharing her faith in spaces where it wasn't always welcomed. Nikki shares how losing her dream job—the mor...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of personal testimonies, including mentions of infidelity and emotional struggles. Please listen with care if these topics are sensitive for you.   In this special episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise are joined by two dear friends, Zakiyah and Laura, to celebrate a full year of podcasting and reflect on the true heartbeat behind their jo...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive content, including discussions of childhood trauma, abuse, and neglect. Please listen with care and take breaks as needed.   In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Cherise and Briana sit down with Tisha Hensel, co-lead pastor at The River Church Family in Raytown, Missouri. Tisha's story is one of resilience, restoration, and radical faith. Wi...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics related to teen pregnancy.   In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Pachion Moore, a devoted single mother, life coach, and passionate advocate for young women navigating unexpected challenges. Pachion's story is one of resilience, redemption, and discovering God's purpose even when life takes an unexpected turn....

In this heart-centered episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise dive into a conversation that's been stirring in their spirits—how to carry the burdens of others in a way that honors God without losing themselves in the process. Through personal stories, Scripture, and vulnerable moments, they unpack what it really looks like to help others from a place of spiritual abundance, not self-relia...