The Even If Podcast

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Kenzie and Sarah are slowing down and sharing about how they prepare their hearts for a brand-new year. From rereading old journals, to taking time to be still, to letting friends speak into our lives, we share the rhythms and reflections that help make room for God as one year closes and another begins. We talk about the gifts of friendship, why shar...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we sit down with our dear friend Jayme Vainer — dating coach, wedding planner, and truly one of the most encouraging people we know. Jayme is the definition of JOY, she brings both wisdom and some fun stories to this conversation. We talk about what it looks like to wait well, what she has learned through dating multiple people at once, and even some...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we look back on the past year through the lens of the words God has spoken to us. We share our personal phrases of the year and words of the month (WOTM) — sharing what the Lord has taught us, revealed to us, and walked us through. There’s power in naming what God is doing, and really sweet having friends who keep us grounded and accountable in His pr...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we needed some laughter. So we’re diving into the wonderfully chaotic world of Girl Logic — the unspoken code every woman somehow understands. You know how it goes – saying “I’m fine” when we’re absolutely not, saying you’re not hungry and not ordering anything but then eating off someone else’s plate, and walking into Target for one thing only to wal...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we’re talking about singleness during the holidays — the pressure, the emotions, the gifts, the fun, and the moments where it’s been hard. We share about feeling behind, navigating family dynamics, and trying to stay grounded even if it’s hard this time of year. Our hope is that if the holidays feel hard for you, you know you’re not alone. There’s a r...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we’re opening up about something we’re both currently experiencing — the moments when God feels silent. Both of us walked into today feeling discouraged in our singleness and unsure of what God is doing behind the scenes. So we decided to sit down and share honestly about the waiting, the questions, the frustration, and the faith it takes to keep trus...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we sit down with singer, songwriter, and faith-filled creative Madison Watkins! Madison has quickly become one of our best friends, and we admitted to her that before that, we were her biggest fan girls. We talk about purpose, perseverance, and what it looks like to chase your dreams while doing it all for Gods glory and His Kingdom. Madison shares he...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we’re talking about what it looks like to live with faith and peace in a digital world. How do we stay authentic online without losing ourselves to performance or comparison? How can we set healthy boundaries with social media, relationships, and influence while keeping our eyes on God? And what does discernment look like in a world that’s always scro...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we’re talking about breaking generational patterns — the behaviors, fears, and mindsets that get passed down through families without us even realizing it. Have you ever caught yourself reacting just like your parents did? Or noticed certain patterns showing up in your relationships, faith, or self-talk? We’ve been there too. We talk about awareness,...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we bring up the common question, can guys and girls be JUST friends? What are the boundaries around this? Is it possible? We discuss what this has looked like for us and talk about what our role can be from the girls side. How can we honor men / our brothers in Christ and treat them respectfully while also being direct, honest and kind. We love the op...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we dive into some insight from a recent therapy session on learning the difference between intimacy verses intensity in dating relationships. Is it intimacy or just intensity? How can we avoid intense relationships and date with more intention; striving towards intimacy? Does kissing on a first date make it intense? What if slow feels boring? How can...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we talk about moving and how to feel planted; specifically as a single girl. The good, the bad, and the lonely. Together, Sarah and Kenzie they have over 35 moves under their belt. At times it’s been really great, fun and exciting… and other times it’s been really hard, sad and lonely. If you’ve moved and felt this way too, you’re not alone! We share...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenzie ARE BACK for Season 2 after taking the summer off! We catch up on our past few months and share more about how we each individually spent this summer in the wilderness -- spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and/or physically. We enjoyed the break, learned and grew a lot, and we are both so glad to be back with y'all again! Enjoy this...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenzie discuss what’s coming up with summer 2025. We look forward to what’s ahead, talk about how to focus on being present and we share an update for what The Even If Podcast will look like in the next couple of months. As Jim Elliot says, "Wherever you are, be all there!" Enjoy this week’s episode and remember, even if, He is still good. C...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we have a super special guest, Coach Madalene Greene (soon to be Mrs. Bodenstein)! Madalene is a dedicated women’s health coach and certified nutritionist with 8+ years of experience, empowering women across all age groups to achieve their health and wellness goals. After discovering a passion for holistic well-being, Madalene has worked more recently...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we talk about Becoming Her! Jumping into Proverbs 31 -- not as a checklist to stress over, but a blueprint of becoming the woman we want to be before we become someone’s wife. It’s all about grace and growth. Becoming "her" before the ring. You don’t have to wait to become a wife to become wise, whole, or valuable. Become more of who God created us to...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenzie give a little recap of what a week on the dating apps was like! We share our thoughts about it, what we liked, didn’t like, some things that we learned and where we are now with them. Let us know your thoughts! We love hearing from you, too. Enjoy this week’s episode and remember, even if, He is still good. Connect: theevenifpod@gmail...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we talk DATING APPS – the good, the bad, the ugly and all the in between. This episode is for you if you’re on dating apps, thinking about being on dating apps, hate dating apps or just curious about the female mindset of going on the apps. We make it kind of a big deal, only to realize it really isn’t that big of a deal… and we just might be signing...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenz talk through how to recognize when your faith is drifting, how to rebuild, and how to stay focused long term. We had a couple of listeners reach out and share similar questions around faith. One listener asked how to keep faith a priority in the midst of busy every day life and another listener said she’s new to her faith and was asking...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, our topic is all about how to know if you’re ready to date again. Sometimes it can be hard to decipher between fear of dating again or is he just not the right one. Even if your past was painful, God can redeem your story. We discuss some signs that you’re still hearing versus signs that you’re walking in healing. We share advice to test your readines...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenzie talk about embracing God’s timing in relationships, career and life in general, especially for single women. We talk about God’s timing verses our own expectations and how there’s a time for everything as the Bible reminds us in Ecclesiastes 3. Waiting can be challenging due to our culture of instant gratification, fear of missing out...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, Sarah and Kenzie talk about the things that were missing in their lives and what they did to create it. It all starts with noticing the gaps and from there, making a game plan for what to do next. We share practical steps to create what’s missing, talk about the importance of having people who support you, and even open up about our own personal doubt...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we jump back into the topic of what we’d say to “younger me”. Last week’s episode was “PART I: What I’d Tell My Younger Self”, and this week we keep the topic and add real questions from high school girls. Conversations about what to do after college, how to find your people, what to do when you’re lonely, how to be content and so much more. As always...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we were inspired by the recent Instagram trend around “having coffee with my younger self”. We share words we’d give to young Sarah and young Kenzie and also discuss our viewpoints of singleness then, verses now. We talk relationships, dating, and the most important thing of all – following Jesus. Enjoy this week’s episode and remember, even if, He is...

On this week’s episode of The Even If Podcast, we hit the topic of female friendships! As Proverbs 27:17 says, "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”. We discuss how friendships can shape our faith, what accountability in Godly female friendships looks like, and how to cultivate deeper, God-centered friendships. We chat about how to overcome struggles us girlies have within friend...