Angels Among Us

One year ago, a simple prompting turned into something much bigger than we ever imagined. In this special anniversary episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Michaela reflect on the journey that started it all—infertility, adoption, and the unexpected calling to share their story with the world. They open up about the fears, the faith, and the moments that confirmed they were exactly where the...

From a small farm town to the sidelines of the Super Bowl, Porter’s story is nothing short of extraordinary -- but it’s not just about football. After a devastating childhood accident that led to losing his arm, Porter refused to let limitations define his future. Alongside his wife Carly, they share a powerful journey of faith, resilience, and unexpected blessings. But their greatest challenges -...

What if you’re not as alone as you feel this Easter? In this Short Story Wednesday episode, Brent and Mikaela keep things simple, real, and meaningful as they reflect on life, love, and the power of the Atonement. From lighthearted “get to know you” questions and funny marriage moments to deeply personal stories about influence, faith, and healing—this episode builds to a powerful reminder of what...

She went into the hospital pregnant… and woke up weeks later to a baby she’d never met. In this powerful episode of Angels Among Us, Tess Frame shares her unimaginable story of surviving a coma, sepsis, and organ failure—only to face a new battle she never expected: addiction caused by the very medications that saved her life. From meeting her newborn for the first time weeks after birth, to endur...

In this episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Mikaela take a step back from storytelling to share something more personal—what’s been happening behind the scenes and why it matters so much to them. After receiving an unexpected email from a listener, they reflect on the impact this podcast is having and how small moments of encouragement can mean everything. That one message sparked bigger c...

In this deeply personal and emotional episode of Angels Among Us, Brent and Mikaela sit down with someone incredibly close to their hearts—Alex. If you’ve been following along, you heard Heidi’s side of this story last week. Now, Alex shares her perspective—what it was like growing up adopted, navigating relationships with both her adoptive and birth families, and eventually meeting the people she...

What if a simple conversation could change someone’s belief in God? In this Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Mikaela share exciting updates about the podcast, including the removal of mid-roll ads and their very first sponsor. But more than that, they open up about the real impact these stories are having—including a moment where one listener walked away believing in God. With a mix of humor, real...

At just 19 years old, Heidi faced an unexpected pregnancy and a decision that would change her life forever. In this powerful episode, Heidi shares the emotional story of choosing adoption for her daughter and the faith that carried her through one of the most difficult moments of her life. Through heartbreak, courage, and trust in God’s plan, Heidi discovered that even our hardest trials can beco...

The Dream That Solved a Plane Crash Mystery Sometimes the most powerful pieces of a miracle come from those standing quietly on the outside. In this episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Mikaela sit down with Betty and Jeremy Chamberlain to hear the incredible experience they had following the tragic plane crash that nearly took the lives of Rob and Kelly Hatch. After hearing that Kelly had...

They shouldn’t have survived. In Part One, we left you in the middle of the flames— a crashed plane, they were trapped... Kelly heard a voice that said, “Be calm. I am here.” Who was it? In Part Two, Kelly shares what happened next. You’ll hear the incredible story of how Kelly escaped the burning wreckage, the moments that followed in the hospital, and the powerful confirmations that came later—d...

Brent sits down with his five-year-old daughter, Reese, for an unfiltered, sweet, and surprisingly profound conversation about life, adoption, angels, and what she knows to be true. From declaring she “knows everything” to sharing what it means to be adopted, Reese reminds us of the simple, powerful faith children carry so naturally. She talks about seeing angels, why she believes God protects us,...

What started as a normal day ended in flames. In Part One of this two-part episode, Kelly and Robb recount the terrifying plane crash that changed their lives forever. First responders Deb and Clay recount the moments leading up to the crash and what lead them to the wreckage — a scene that didn’t add up and injuries that didn’t make sense. And then, in the middle of the fire, Kelly heard a voice...

This week on Short Story Wednesday, it’s just Brent and Mikaela  In this behind-the-scenes conversation, we share something that happened during and after Sarah’s episode that we didn’t record — and it gave us chills. While Sarah was sharing the heartbreaking story of losing her daughter Whitney, Mikaela experienced something she couldn’t ignore… a strong nudge, a message she felt needed to be del...

What if losing someone you love didn’t mean losing your connection to them? In this deeply moving episode of Angels Among Us, Sarah shares the heartbreaking story of losing her daughter Whitney at 34 weeks — and the unexpected signs that followed. From a strawberry-scented unicorn eraser to a giant “W” carved naturally into a fallen log, Sarah began noticing moments that felt too intentional to ig...

This week on Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Mikaela are celebrating 15 years of marriage with a fun (and slightly dangerous 😅) anniversary Q&A. From their first impressions of each other (yes… they went there), to early teenage stupidity, pet peeves, comfort foods, infertility, faith, and the moments they’ve seen God’s hand in their marriage — this episode is equal parts hilarious, heartfel...

In this episode of Angels Among Us, we sit down with Mary Alice Hatch, host of the "What Now" Podcast, for a deeply honest conversation about faith in the middle of unimaginable hardship. Mary Alice shares what it was like to walk through one of the most painful seasons of her life — doing everything she could as a mother while still feeling helpless. She opens up about wrestling with God, feeling...

In this episode of Angels Among Us, Brent and Mikaela sit down with Samantha, host of The Soulful Project, for a powerful conversation about faith, healing, and the angels who show up in the middle of our hardest moments. Samantha shares her journey as a collegiate athlete, a life-altering car accident, seasons of loss and confusion, and the quiet promptings that guided her forward when she felt l...

In this episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent is joined by his youngest brother, Tyler Wyatt, who shares two powerful experiences that testify of angels, divine timing, and loved ones who are never far away. From help that appeared in a moment of danger, to a sacred reminder of a beloved grandmother’s presence, Tyler reflects on how God and those on the other side of the veil quietly watch over...

In this deeply moving episode of Angels Among Us, Brent and Mikaela sit down with Vicki to talk about grief, faith, and the long journey of learning how to live after the unthinkable. After the loss of her son, Vicki opens up about the raw reality of grief — the questions without answers, the pain that never fully disappears, and the struggle to trust God when healing doesn’t look the way we hoped...

In this episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent is joined by one of his closest friends, Jesse “DeBo” DeBock, who shares a deeply personal story about faith, timing, and a moment of unexpected joy during a difficult season of life. While playing a solo round of golf on a cold, rainy birthday week in Oklahoma, Jesse decided to press forward — even when everything told him to stay home. What happene...

In this episode of Angels Among Us, Brent and Mikaela sit down with Lynn Arches-Rappaport as she shares her extraordinary near-death experience after nearly drowning while surfing in Puerto Rico at age 22. As Lynn was pulled beneath relentless waves, she found herself outside her body — witnessing a life review, surrounded by overwhelming love, and guided by Jesus, her father, and unseen beings be...

In this episode of Short Story Wednesday, Brent and Mikaela sit down together to retell a deeply personal story about infertility, heartbreak, vulnerability, and the miracle that led them to their daughter, Reese. They open up about years of prayers, a devastating failed adoption, and the moment when hope felt almost impossible to hold onto. With honesty and tenderness, they talk about what it was...

In this deeply moving episode of Angels Among Us, Brent and Mikaela are joined by author, and mother Kelly Cervantes, who shares her story of love, loss, and learning how to carry grief without being consumed by it. Kelly opens up about losing two children — her son Elvis during pregnancy and her daughter Adelaide after years of complex medical care — and the impossible decisions that shaped her f...

Welcome to the very first episode of Short Story Wednesday, a new series we’ll be releasing twice a month. These episodes will be shorter, more intimate moments where we share meaningful stories—some from our own lives, some sent in by listeners, and sometimes stories found along the way that remind us God is always near. In this first Short Story Wednesday, Brent shares a powerful moment from his...

In this unforgettable episode of Angels Among Us, we sit down with Logan Mayberry to talk about what happens when God removes the distractions so we can step fully into our purpose. Logan shares how a season of unexpected loss and disruption forced him to slow down, listen, and ultimately surrender control. What once felt like everything falling apart became the very thing God used to realign his...