The Owenverse

EPISODE [17]: My Dad Died Without Warning My Senior Year | FEAT. Avery Mattinson Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I sit down with Avery Mattinson as she shares what it was like to suddenly lose her dad to a heart attack during her senior year of high school. At the time, Avery was on the cheer team and serving as a cheer captain when everything chan...

ONE DIAGNOSIS AFTER ANOTHER | FEAT. Haylee Gardner Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Haylee Gardner shares her experience of facing one health problem after another—and how she continued searching for answers when she knew something still wasn’t right. After years of difficult symptoms, Haylee was diagnosed with POTS. Then came severe digestive probl...

Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Taylor Joyce shares how a four-year friendship with his future wife eventually turned into love, marriage, and a family of five kids. For years, they were just friends. They dated other people, experienced the friend zone, and had no idea that their friendship would eventually become something more. Taylor shares why...

EPISODE 13: The Secret to Becoming a Lifelong Learner | FEAT. Ammon Case Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Ammon Case shares why we should always be focused on learning and becoming better. He discusses the benefits of having an open mind and being willing to learn from the people and experiences around us. Ammon explains how lifelong learning can le...

EPISODE 12: You Can Overcome Addiction | FEAT. Rylee Mabey Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Rylee Mabey shares her powerful journey of overcoming drug addiction. She opens up about living in Tennessee, where she was first exposed to drugs, and how addiction began affecting her life. Rylee shares how moving to Utah, meeting new friends, and surroundi...

Welcome back to The Owenverse —this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Andrew Allman shares the incredible journey that led him to become the Owner-Operator of two Chick-fil-A restaurants. From the challenges and setbacks he faced to the highly competitive interview process, Andrew opens up about what it really took to earn the opportunity. We talk about the sacrifices, leadership less...

EPISODE 11: Everyone has a CALLING in life. Here is how I found my calling and how YOU can too! Welcome back to The Owenverse —this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I'm joined by Tanner Tate for a conversation about discovering your calling in life and how looking back at what you loved as a child can reveal the passions and purpose you were meant to pursue. Together, we explore: How...

EPISODE 10: Why Leaving My Dream Job Was the Hardest Decision I've Ever Made Welcome back to The Owenverse —this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I'm joined by Shayla Bentley for an honest conversation about what it means to walk away from something you've always dreamed of. As a talented piano accompanist, leader, and friend , Shayla had built a career filled with so much joy and ex...

**EPISODE 9: The Truck She Built Hit Her the Day Before Her Missionary Farewell!!**Welcome back to The Owenverse—this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I sit down with Lily Bateman to hear her incredible story. The day before her missionary farewell, she was hit by the very truck she had been building. What should have been one of the most exciting moments of her life turned into an u...

**EPISODE 8: How to Find Yourself Without Losing Who You Are** Welcome back to The Owenverse — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I'm joined by Maleigh for a conversation about self-discovery, confidence, and the people who help shape who we become. Maleigh shares how she found herself during high school through the friendships, experiences, and connections that influenced her...

EPISODE 7: Visiting Every LDS Temple in Utah | What I Learned! Welcome back to The Owenverse — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, my friend Stockton shares his experience visiting every single LDS temple in Utah. He opens up about the spiritual moments he had, the people he met along the way, and how those experiences shaped his perspective and faith. This is a powerful and meanin...

Welcome back to *The Owenverse* — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I sit down with a friend to talk about what it’s like growing up around both Catholic and LDS beliefs, and how those experiences can shape your identity and perspective. This is one of the more personal and thought-provoking conversations we’ve had — centered on faith, understanding, and growth. We talk about:• W...

How Joining the LDS Church Changed My Life Welcome back to The Owenverse — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Kaily Bench opens up about her journey of joining the LDS Church and how that decision changed her life. This is one of the most personal conversations we’ve shared, centered on faith, identity, and the path to finding deeper purpose. We talk about: • What led her to explo...

Welcome back to The Owenverse, this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Elder Porter Butterfield talks about his mission experience, including being reassigned to a service mission and what it was like coming home afterward. He shares how those experiences changed his life and strengthened his faith. This is one of the most personal conversations we have shared, centered on faith, growt...

EPISODE 3: Losing My Dad to Cancer: The Impact He Left on Me Welcome back to The Owenverse — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, Jonas Dyal opens up about losing his dad to cancer and the impact his life — and his passing — has had on him. This is one of the most personal conversations we’ve shared, centered on grief, growth, and the legacy the people we love leave behind. We talk...

EPISODE 2: The Charlie Kirk Shooting — “The Day My Life Flashed Before My Eyes.” Welcome back to The Owenverse — this little corner of my universe. In this episode, I sit down with Taylor Dayton to share our firsthand account of what happened at the Charlie Kirk shooting and how that day changed us. We talk about:• What we remember most from that moment• How the experience shifted our perspective•...

Welcome to the first episode of The Owenverse. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the challenges and realities of pornography, the struggle of addiction, and what it looks like to take initiative toward recovery. Abby Rogers joins me to share her perspective and experiences, offering encouragement and practical insight for anyone who wants to break free and build a healthier, more intention...