The Collide Podcast

What if faith was never meant to be complicated? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Kelsey Jenney , a longtime Young Life staff member, speaker, and certified Spiritual Director, to talk about what it looks like to keep our relationship with God simple - especially in seasons when prayers feel unanswered and hope feels hard to hold. Through meaningful conversation (and...

What would it look like to renew your mind by allowing God to meet you in the thoughts you’ve been struggling to change on your own? In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with therapist Emily Weidlich, MA, LPC to talk about reframing negative thought patterns as we step into a new year. Emily shares how our internal narratives are often shaped by past experiences—an...

What if the small habits you practice every day are shaping your faith and health more than the big moments ever could? In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Justin Whitmel Earley to talk about how intentional habits and spiritual rhythms can lead to healing, clarity, and deeper connection with Jesus in the midst of a distracted world. Justin shares about recog...

Where do you go when God feels distant—even though everyone says He’s “with you”? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Pastor Bob Marvel to talk about the deeply personal and sometimes confusing reality of Immanuel—God with us . Bob shares about seasons when God felt hard to sense, dismantling the myth that pastors have a “fast pass” to God. Through stories, theology, an...

How do you hold on to hope when grief feels overwhelming—especially during the holidays? In this honest and powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Doug and Laurie Bunnell to talk about walking through profound loss and choosing hope in the midst of deep grief. They vulnerably share about their experience with unimaginable loss and how God has met them in their pain, offering ins...

What if the stories of people who have died and come back could reshape the way you understand God, heaven, and your purpose on earth? In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with pastor and author John Burke to explore the mysteries of near-death experiences (NDEs) and what they reveal about the God of the Bible. John shares how three decades of studying more than 1,...

What if pursuing what is lovely could transform every part of your life? In this inspiring episode of The Collide Podcast, we sit down with Jenn Johnson to explore her journey as a worship leader, songwriter, author, and mom. Jenn shares about her early love for music, how her faith became her own, and the stories behind some of her most beloved songs, including a personal love song written to Jes...

What if “I’m sorry” isn’t enough? In this thought-provoking episode of The Collide Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Thomas to talk about how to give and receive apologies that actually heal. Together, we unpack the power of restoration through meaningful apologies, explore why forgiveness is essential to our faith, and learn how understanding The 5 Apology Languages ™ can completely transfor...

What if the way to heal our divided world starts with simply walking with people? In this inspiring episode of The Collide Podcast , we sit down with Carlos Whittaker to talk about what it means to truly connect with others—even when we don’t see eye to eye. Carlos shares his passion for bringing hope and humanity to the forefront of our conversations and challenges us to live out empathy in actio...

What if your “yes” to God changed everything? In this inspiring episode of The Collide Podcast, we sit down with author, speaker, and God Hears Her podcast host Vivian Mabuni to talk about the beauty and bravery of saying yes to God. Vivian shares how surrendering to God’s leading has shaped her story—from ministry and motherhood to surviving cancer—and why the risks of obedience are always worth...

What if the growing number of people walking through church doors aren’t just seeking community, they’re desperately seeking healing? In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Shaunti Feldhahn to talk about the surge in hurting people coming to church and what we can do about it. Drawing from her extensive social research and deep understanding of human relationshi...

How do you break generational trauma, navigate motherhood, and still keep your sense of humor intact? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Melanie Shankle to talk about halting generational trauma and the the realities of momming, and handling emotional ups and downs. She shares about her journey from blogger to New York Times bestselling author, offering insights on bui...

Feeling Overwhelmed by Life’s Hard Seasons? In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Wallace to talk about building mental toughness in the face of loss, pain, and life’s toughest valleys. Sarah shares her personal story of profound loss and how God is using her pain for purpose, offering insights on resilience, vulnerability, and practical ways to grow inner strengt...

Are you ready to rethink what it means to study God? In this inspiring episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Phylicia Masonheimer to talk about breaking stereotypes around theology and helping everyday women engage deeply with the Bible. She shares her journey from knowing “Christianese” without understanding it, to discovering how the gospel transforms every area of life. Whether you’r...

How do you find peace when life doesn’t go according to plan? In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Kara Stout to talk about finding calm in the midst of anxiety, suffering, and uncertainty. She shares her story of heartbreaking loss, medical crisis, and waiting seasons, offering insights on trusting God’s timing and experiencing His peace even when circumstances feel o...

Have you ever wondered how you’d know if what you’re experiencing after childbirth is “normal” or something more serious like postpartum depression? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Therapist Rachael Elmore to talk about her journey through postpartum depression and how she found healing. She shares about the bravery it took to ask for help, the emotional and spiritu...

What do you do when the kids are grown, the house is quiet, and your heart feels both full and empty at the same time? In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Jim Burns to talk about the emotional and spiritual journey of entering the empty nest season. Jim offers honest insight into the grief many parents experience when children leave home, and he shares practi...

What’s holding you back from living free, and how can you finally move forward? In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Rachael J. Gilbert, licensed therapist, speaker, podcast host, and author of Image Restored , to talk about the ways trauma and past experiences can keep us stuck. Rachael shares openly about her own journey of overcoming fear, insecurity, and emotional...

Are you living the life you actually want to live—or just the one you think you should ? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Stephanie May Wilson to talk about releasing expectations, redefining success, and choosing a life aligned with God’s voice—not the world’s. She shares how she learned to recognize the unwritten rules she was living by, how God gives us agency to...

Have you ever wondered if anxiety could actually be an invitation to draw closer to God? In this powerful episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Tucker , to talk about finding peace in the midst of anxiety. She shares about her journey of reframing anxiety through faith, offering insights on Christian meditation, biblical breath prayers, and practical tools for both adults and k...

🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the Collide Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Amazon Music , or wherever you listen. What if the very thing you see as your greatest weakness is actually where God wants to meet you with His deepest strength? Welcome to The Collide Podcast Summer Highlight Series! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most impactful episodes — powerful conversations cent...

Do you ever feel unsure how to lead your kids in prayer without it feeling forced or awkward?  Welcome to The Collide Podcast Summer Highlight Series! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most impactful episodes — powerful conversations centered around life-changing collisions with Jesus. Whether this is your first time hearing the episode or you’re revisiting an old favorite, eac...

What is happiness, really? And how do you find it when life feels messy, unfair, or nothing like you planned? Welcome to The Collide Podcast Summer Highlight Series! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most impactful episodes — powerful conversations centered around life-changing collisions with Jesus. Whether this is your first time hearing the episode or you’re revisiting an old fav...

Are you your own harshest critic? What if gentleness—not perfection—was the path to purpose? Welcome to The Collide Podcast Summer Highlight Series! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most impactful episodes — powerful conversations centered around life-changing collisions with Jesus. Whether this is your first time hearing the episode or you’re revisiting an old favorite, each story...

What if joy isn’t something you find, but something you fight for—right in the middle of your everyday life? Welcome to the Summer Highlight Series on The Collide Podcast!  All summer long, we’re revisiting some of our most impactful episodes—powerful conversations that highlight life-changing collisions with Jesus. Whether you’re tuning in again or hearing this episode for the first time, each s...