The Honest Pod

To kick off the very first episode in the Free & Fully Alive Series, Karrie was joined with her husband, Mario Garcia, to share about the formations of her new book Free & Fully Alive and how the purpose of this book has shaped their own lives together. They chatted about: * how to engage and hold depression and anxiety in a spouse  * why men need to look at their story and how it will bri...

Why do we do what we do, when we do not do what we want to do?  Why is this? Why do we wrestle with what we want to do, what we DO NOT do, and then why we actually do what we do? You might’ve found yourself not doing what you actually want to do because of areas in your story where you've learned a behavior from a trauma done from or to us. In today's episode Karrie helps us to actually ta...

We long to be deeply known...and we all have felt the risk of this. But what is the greater risk? Allowing ourselves to be fully known in community OR to be subject to the enemy's ploy in isolation? Through life, we begin to gather data from experiences that can validate the enemy's lie that it is dangerous for us to reveal who we are to others and if we do "will I still be loved?&quo...

In today’s episode, Karrie is joined with author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach Jo Saxton. In today's episode, they discuss: - The realities of being a women in leadership - The misconceptions of "the call to ministry" - Taking up space in ministry as a women Jo Saxton's website: https://www.josaxton.com/ Jo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josaxton/ Karri...

In today's episode, Karrie and friend Phylicia Masonheimer discuss... * the concept of "my truth" vs The Truth * the wrath of God * the stewardship of our emotions and how God values them Karrie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/ Phylicia's IG: https://www.instagram.com/phyliciamasonheimer/ Phylicia's Blog: https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/ Verity Podcas...

In today's episode, Karrie is joined by her father Dr. Timothy Scott, Co-Founder/Co-Host of the Hope Rescue podcast and author of his new book Breathe; Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and Negative Emotions. Where we can often navigate scripture by our personal projections, Dr. Scott emphasizes the importance of reading scripture through the intended cultural lens it was written and the danger...

In today's solo episode, Karrie introduces us to the sometimes hefty topic of theology. She discusses what theology is and why it's important to understand scripture in it's FULL context. Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com Freedom Movement: https://www.wearefreedommovement.org FM Instagram: https: //www.wearefreedommovement.org

Today, Karrie is joined with musician, writer of @commoners_communion, spiritual director and author Strahan Coleman. What is prayer, why do we pray, and how do we pray? It’s easy to get discouraged with prayer - so we need to re-frame it. Strahan chats about his revelation on how prayer isn’t about ‘performance’ for God, but about entering into a meaningful connection with Him. They discuss what...

Overtime, we've seen that the practices of Lent have been adjusted to fit culture, but the tradition remains strong! This season of Lent is something many of us didn't know growing up. Today, Karrie takes us deeper into the meaning of this special season and how it can enrich our faith! Karrie goes through the different practices that are prayer, fasting, and giving, and enlightens us on the impor...

Karrie chats with good friend, author and spiritual formation pastor, Alex Gowler, on today's episode. He walks us through how the choices we make today, form who we are tomorrow. Alex talks through some topics from his book, "What the Feels" such as the importance of our emotional literacy, what it looks like to honor those emotions and answering, "What do we do with all of our feelings?". Book:...

This week, Karrie chats with her friend Heather Stringer, artist, licensed mental health therapist and ritual maker. Heather leads with the quote, “forgetfulness leads to exile, while remembrance leads to redemption” as they dive into the practice of embodiment and the importance of ritual making to mark your life. Heather challenges some of the ideas and misconceptions of rituals today and brings...

Karrie sits down with artist Tanya Godsey to talk about her creative process with God and stepping into obedience to her calling. She discusses the value of walking in confidence and choosing contentment while knowing that what God has entrusted her with, is reward enough in her life. Tanya talks about her transition as the Director of Spiritual Formation at Freedom Movement with spiritual transfo...

Karrie rings us into the New Year with her own reflection of the last year and how she is approaching this new year to set herself up for the future. Karrie walks us through what she is planning for this year and how she is approaching growth and her goals. Listen to Karrie discuss the importance of Spiritual Formation and needing Jesus in our every day.

Karrie sits down with her husband Mario Garcia to talk about family traditions and their purpose. They discuss how traditions are created and knowing when they need to be let go. Hear their conversation covering traditions, family dynamics, and finding belonging. Whether you are a parent, just married, or single, learn more about the value behind having traditions and creating connections during t...

**Warning: references sexual abuse and some explicit language** Blaine and Karrie discuss Blaine’s journey writing his new book “Exit the Cave” and the process of putting his own story into writing. Blaine talks about how he was able to discover his own freedom and healing by working through his story of addiction. Hear Blaine and Karrie dive deeper into how it takes strength and a level of risk t...

**Trigger Warning (references violence and sexual assault)** Karrie sits down with Cheryl Nembhard, an international speaker, author, podcast/tv host & social justice advocate. Cheryl walks us through her own story of her need to belong and how God has used her story to connect with other's pain. Listen in as Cheryl and Karrie discuss the importance of being able to hold other people’s pain an...

This week, Karrie sits down with Cassandra Speer to discuss her new book "Her True Worth", her personal story, and how she provides a healing space for others. Cass talks about stewarding her time in order to walk alongside others going through the trenches of life and how to remain faithful through heartaches. You can find Cassandra and Brittany Maher's book “Her True Worth” at Target, Barnes &am...

Alex and Karrie sit down to continue their discussion on the importance of taking an extended time of rest and restoration through a sabbatical. Alex talks in more detail about how he intentionally rested, the process that came along with ample rest, and the many surprises that occurred. Hear more on the need for rest not only for our leaders, but for everyone. Alex is the Spiritual Formation Past...

Alex and Karrie sit down to discuss the counter-cultural idea of finding value in resting and restoration. They talk about how we need rest in order to tap back into God’s presence, so when moving forward into the next season, we also move closer to God. Alex shares his own experiences with rest in his weekly sabbaths and his recent sabbatical. Alex is the Spiritual Formation Pastor at The Hope Co...

This week Karrie brings back Cathy Loerzel to continue their conversation on calling and how we are meant to live. In this episode, they discuss what it means to live in the fullness God has for us. A life that is filled with both joy and grief - and the importance of bringing God into the pain in our stories. Cathy is a co-author with Dr. Dan Allender of “Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering R...

This week Karrie talks with Cathy Loerzel, speaker and coach, about our calling and what that really looks like in our lives. In this episode, they share their own perspectives of adhering to their calling while also finding joy in their everyday lives. From speaking to many on stage, to serving our families in the mundane, we are called to find beauty and delight in God's calling on us, big or sm...

**Trigger Warning (References Violence and Sexual Assault)** Pastor Florence sits down with Karrie to share her story and how she is living out her dream to serve Rwanda. Listen in as Pastor Florence tells us how God has constantly provided for her and her family while living in her purpose. Pastor Florence’s dream has come to life through the Dream Center in Rwanda, Africa. Africa New Life serves...

Karrie shares about her upcoming trip to Rwanda and how God is challenging her in her preparation. Are you preparing for the BEST case scenarios to happen in your life? Karrie discusses her tendency to prepare for the worst-case scenario as a form of protection instead of planning for God’s best for her. She walks us through what it looks like to trust in God’s goodness in spite of fearing disappo...

This week Karrie and Jen Jones continue their conversation about living with a diagnosis. They share practical tools for how you can offer care to people when they receive a diagnosis for themselves or a loved one. No one is a problem to be solved but STORY to be HELD. Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significant Conference. Through her books,...

This week Karrie and Jen Jones talk about the moments that they have received a diagnosis for themselves and/or people they love. They talk about the power of suffering and honesty throughout the process. Listen in as they share about how those moments impacted their relationship with God and family. Jen Jones is the founder and CEO of Jen Jones Direct LLC, and creative architect of the Significan...