Mess It Up Podcast

In this week's episode the Bow Tie Guy takes a look at the Holiday Blues: what they are, how to recognize them, what to do about them. Our Song of the Week is from Forrest Frank. As part of #GivingTuesday please consider supporting our ministry by texting the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722)

Faith, from Paxton Pantry, joins the show for our annual look at Thanksgiving. Listen in to this show and see if you find some new reasons to be thankful this year.

Bev joins the Bow Tie Guy to talk about dealing with difficult people. We know that we have done this topic in the past, but it's a good one for the week before Thanksgiving.

On this week's show the Bow Tie Guy and Bev talk about freedom. Borrowing from a Kris Kristopherson line that "Freedom's just another word for nothin' left to lose" they examine what it means to have freedom. Our song of the week is "Sobriety" by Blue October. Paul and Bev have a good discussion about the interpretation of art and its application. It's deep stuff folks! Check out the Daily Dose Po...

It's a Halloween day episode of the show and we have one that goes by spooky fast. Check out the Bow Tie Guy's thoughts on masks and denial. It's also our final show for Oldies in October and we close out the month with a hymn from Shane & Shane.

James D'Amato from Cross Works Resources joins the show to share his recovery story. James was instrumental in opening doors for the Bow Tie Guy as he looked at getting back inside, so this is a very special show here at Mess it Up! Check out RecoveryAlive.com CrossWorksResources.com Text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722) and donate to the show.

The Recovering Sasquatch (therecoveringsasquatch.com) joins the Bow Tie Guy to dig into the question "Is it better to die for a cause or to live through your recovery without that thing that called to you?" Listen then share with people!

On this episode of the show the Bow Tie Guy and Bev talk about money. Yes, we dive into the good and bad of money. Our Oldies in October Song of the Week is "Money" from Manic Drive. Help financially support the show by joining the Nehemiah Project. Text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722)

Pastor Dan from the Ben Richey Boys Ranch joins the show today to talk about his work at the ranch. It's Oldies in October so for our Song of the Week we have a chestnut from This Beautiful Republic called "Beautifully Broken".

James Ackerman, President and CEO of Prison Fellowship Ministries joins the Bow Tie Guy for a special episode of the show. James talks about the things that lead him into a life of devotion to Christ and how he has lead Prison Fellowship from a Founder Lead ministry into a Mission Lead ministry. Our Song of the Week is "Salvation Mountain" from Lauren Daigle. To give to the ministry, text the word...

On this week's show Jason from Men of Nehemiah joins the Bow Tie Guy to tell his story of addiction and recovery. He also talks about the program that he is involved with to continue his success in recovery, the Men of Nehemiah. Our Song of the Week is "Every Hour" from David Leonard (featuring Josh Baldwin) To donate to the show text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722)

On this episode of the Mess it Up podcast the Bow Tie Guy chats with Bev about how to move through and beyond difficult situations and tragedy such as the 9.11 Attacks. Our Song of the Week is an oldie from Matthew West.

This week the Bow Tie Guy is joined in studio by Beverly and Kimberly (He's thinking of changing his name to the Bow Tie Guyverly!). The discussion centers on an episode of the BEMA Podcast (Episode 34). Here's a link so you can check it out: https://share.fireside.fm/episode/7HMQ5AvZ+GjNa2Qws During our Song of the Week discussion Paul remembers the old Christian Rockabilly SKA band the W's. Chec...

Phil and Kimberly Parent join the Bow Tie Guy on this week's show to reflect on their recent trip to Prison. Listen to their thoughts about what turned out to be a first time behind bars for them both.

Bev joins the Bow Tie Guy to talk about Hurricane Hilary and the deluge that it brought to California. There are times where we get more than we ask for because God knows more than we do!

Paxton Pantry and Pastor Dan join the show to talk about their cross country move to Texas to become House Parents at the Ben Richey Boys Ranch in Texas.

This week the Bow Tie Guy welcomes Brad to the show. The big message Brad wants people to get is that it is never too late. Listen in and see why. We also have a Song of the Week from the Boss - Bruce Springsteen.

Big Squatch joins the show to share his thoughts about CR Summit 23.

On this episode of the Mess it Up podcast the Bow Tie Guy and Bev talk about their experience at the recent Celebrate Recovery Summit in Lake Forrest, Ca.

On this week's episode of the Mess it Up Podcast the Bow Tie Guy and Bev talk about CR Summit 2023. Listen to recollections from past Summits and a look forward to what might be in store for this year. Our Song of the Week is "Jesus Does" from We the Kingdom. To financially support the show text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA

On this week's show the Bow Tie Guy looks at where we get our inspiration to change. The Song of the Week is "Desert Road" from Casting Crowns and CAIN. To support the show and ministry text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA

On this special Independence Day show Bev joins the Bow Tie Guy to talk about freedom in Christ from addiction and in life.

They say that if you fail to plan you should plan to fail. It's also been said that hope is not a plan. On this week's show the Bow Tie Guy takes a look at these ideas and breaks them down in terms of Christian recovery. Our Song of the Week is "Running Home" by Cochren and Co. To become a financial supporter of the show text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722)

Pastor Dan and the Bow Tie Guy talk about whether we should fight forward or fight back when we are wronged by someone. "What is the difference?" you ask? Well, listen in and see what they think. Our Song of the Week is a great toe tapper from Christian Paul called "Yes I Am". To become a financial supporter of the ministry you can text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA (925-5722)

Kat Merati joins the show today to talk about her experience as a surrogate mother. Nineteen years ago she delivered TRIPLETS to a family who had difficulty with pregnancy. Listen in and be blessed as she turns that mess into a message. To learn more about surrogacy check out creatingfamilies.com To become a supporter of the show text the word "MuM" to 760-WALLS-CA