Rooted & Radiant

What is forgiveness really..and what it's not. In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, we're breaking down the true meaning of forgiveness from a faith-based perspective. If you've ever struggled with letting go, healing from hurt, or understanding what God says about forgiveness, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Forgiveness is not excusing bad behavior. It's n...

In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, we're having an honest conversation about what it looks like to hold onto faith during seasons of grief. Grief is not always loud or obvious. Sometimes it shows up in the quiet ways. The disappointment, the unanswered prayers, the loss of what we thought life would look like. And in those moments, faith can be feel complicated. In this episode, we talk...

Sometimes the hardest cycles to break are the ones we never chose to carry. In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, Ashley explores what it means to recognize and break patterns that may have ben passed down through families, relationships, or life experiences. From emotional habits to relational dynamics, many of the cycles we experience were learned over time. But awareness gives us the opportu...

There’s a version of you that is still showing up… and still healing. In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, we’re talking about what it looks like to heal while still functioning. To go to work, lead, serve, build, post, pray, and smile… while quietly processing something heavy. Just because you’re functioning doesn’t mean you’re fine. We unpack: • The tension of being strong and stretched at t...

What does it really mean to guard your heart… without hardening it? In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Emerick for a deeply honest and grounding conversation about protection, discernment, and staying soft in a world that often teaches us to shut down. We talk about the difference between wisdom and fear, surrender and control, and how to remain open to God without building emotional walls that...

How do you know if it’s God leading you… or just your feelings? In this week’s episode, Alex Koszeghy joins me for a real and honest conversation about discernment in dating. Alex is a therapist, coach, writer, and adventurer who helps people step into their wild, free, and beautifully authentic selves while pursuing their God given purpose. We talk about how to slow down emotionally, recognize re...

In this episode of Rooted in Radiant, host Ashley discusses the importance of dating with purpose, emphasizing that dating should be a decision made with intention rather than a casual hobby. She explores what truly matters in relationships, such as character, emotional maturity, and alignment, while also addressing common pitfalls like focusing on chemistry and potential. Ashley provides insightf...

Have you ever wondered if God is really speaking to you or if you’re just hearing your own thoughts? In this episode, we talk about what it actually means to hear God’s voice and why so many of us struggle to recognize it. If you’ve ever prayed for clarity, direction, or confirmation and felt like all you were hearing was silence, you are not alone and you are not broken. We unpack the quiet and p...

What does it really look like to set faith-filled goals without burning out or feeling like you are constantly behind? In this episode, I sit down with Katie Andaur to talk about intentional growth, sustainable discipline, and how to pursue goals while staying rooted in faith, health, and wholeness. We unpack the pressure to do more, hustle harder, and prove yourself, and instead explore what alig...

The discipline you’re praying for won’t magically show up one day. It’s built, practiced, and protected in the life you choose to live. In this episode, we talk about the gap between the prayers we pray and the habits we keep. If you’ve been asking God for consistency, focus, peace, or growth, this conversation will challenge you to look at your routines, your boundaries, and the daily choices sha...

Our daily routines shape our lives more than we realize, yet so many of us feel busy without feeling aligned. In this episode, we sit down with Hailey Sykes to talk about habits, values, and the rhythms that actually support the life you are trying to build. We explore how to identify routines that serve your bigger goals, how to stay grounded when life feels chaotic, and how to balance productivi...

Continuing in our top listened to episodes, this is a special end of the year conversation. You’ll finally meet my three siblings, Jessica, Albert, and Jennifer. We laugh through old childhood memories. We talk about places we’ve traveled. We share a bucket list dream or two and the best advice we’ve ever received. This episode means so much to me, and I’m grateful to share a piece of my family wi...

In this honest and empowering conversation, Ashley revisits a powerful discussion she previously had with Dina Hunter, BSN, RN, NASM certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and corrective exercise specialist, about what really happens after a marriage ends. Dina reflects on her journey of rediscovering herself after divorce, the identity shifts that shaped her healing, and the unexpected stre...

Week two of our top five favorites this year is here, and coming in at number two is my “Who Am I?” episode. This one is close to my heart because I opened up about my background, where I come from, what shaped me, and the pieces of my story that make me… me. If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to dive in. Stay Connected: Personal: @_itsashcash Podcast: @rooted_radiantpodcast #Roote...

This week on Rooted & Radiant, we’re kicking off Inside the Male Mind with a powerful conversation: Faith vs Flesh: The Tension Men Feel in Dating Meet my guest, Joshua Norwood 👇 📍 Proud native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana 📍 Devoted follower of Christ, walking boldly in faith 📍 Building his career in law enforcement in the DMV 📍 Passionate about mental and physical health, youth development,...

In this episode we dive into the quiet wins that shaped us long before anyone noticed. The moments you chose discipline over comfort. The days you kept going even when life felt heavy. The choices you made in private that created growth in public. These quiet wins matter more than we often admit. They shape our character. They prepare us for bigger moments. They remind us that progress does not al...

Today we are diving into The Grateful Gap, the space you feel when being thankful is hard and life feels heavier than you expected. This episode will encourage you, challenge you, and inspire you to notice the small places where gratitude still shows up. Meet this weeks guest, Nichole Dunas. She’s a wife, a soon to be mom, and she recently celebrated two years of marriage to her sweet husband Paul...

In this episode, I’m sharing a few lessons God’s been teaching me in this season. From learning to be quiet, to staying grateful when things don’t make sense, to trusting progress even when I can’t see it . He’s been showing me that growth often happens in the stillness. I’ll also talk about standing firm on His Word and learning to speak life with my words. If you’ve been in a quiet or uncertain...

This week on the Rooted & Radiant Podcast, we’re joined by the amazing Leah Chevis for a powerful conversation on **“Grateful in the Gap: How God Turns Burden into Breakthrough.”** 💛   Leah is originally from North Carolina but now calls Florida home. She’s a Venue Manager in Tampa’s luxury events industry and the founder of Christian Single Young Professionals, a nonprofit building community...

Part 2 is here, and we’re getting real about what actually makes a godly connection work. Joel and I dive deep into faith, attraction, and what truly draws two people together beyond looks. We’re talking discernment, spiritual maturity, and how to build love that honors God and lasts. 🎧 Tune in, grab your journal, and share this with a friend who’s believing for a relationship that’s rooted in pu...

This week, I’m joined by Joel Zizi, a faith-driven leader originally from Metro Detroit who recently moved to Tampa after spending a year and a half serving on mission in Haiti. Joel has a heart for fellowship, worship, and helping others grow in their faith, and it truly shows in the way he lives and leads. Beyond his love for the Lord, Joel is also passionate about fitness. Whether he’s in the g...

This week, I’m replaying one of the most listened to episodes from last year featuring my twin brother. This real and raw conversation about love lost, the kind that changes you, humbles you, and teaches you who you really are. We talk about: 💔 Heartbreak and healing 🧠 How men process pain differently 💬 The silent struggles most don’t talk about ❤️ Learning how to love again This one goes deep...

Ghosting. We’ve all experienced it or maybe done it. But what’s really happening when someone disappears without a word? In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, we’re joined by William Thomas , an actor dedicated to bringing characters to life on stage and screen. Before acting, he developed his communication and storytelling skills through radio and a successful stint in life insurance, connecti...

Dating isn’t easy. For Christian men, the tension between faith and flesh is real. In Part 2 of my conversation with Joshua Norwood, we close out this series by leaning into the hard but necessary topics: ✨ What transparency really looks like in dating ✨ How women can support men while still upholding Godly standards ✨ Words of encouragement for young men who want to walk in change ✨ What it m...

Uncertainty can shake us, but God’s Word steadies us. 🌿 In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, I’m sharing 5 truths Christians need to hold onto in uncertain seasons. These reminders will help you anchor your faith when everything around you feels shaky. ✨ You’ll be reminded that:     1.    God is still in control     2.    His promises don’t expire     3.    Peace is available right now     4...