The Shine Brightly Podcast

In this episode, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks with human trafficking survivor and advocate Niki Rowe Cross, along with award-winning filmmaker Christopher Shawn Shaw. Niki shares her harrowing experience of being trafficked by her boyfriend as a teenager and held captive in an attic—until God used a fellow victim and complete strangers to orchestrate her rescue.   Now the Founder an...

On this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-Founder Jacob Wells speaks with Jon Seidl about The 50/50 Campaign, Jon’s bold initiative to get 50 boxes of his upcoming book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic, into 50 addiction and recovery centers across all 50 states.  “Anyone who donates at least $50 will automatically get a FREE, 1-year, unlimited membership to the daily devot...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Co-founder of GiveSendGo Jacob Wells speaks with Dr. Eithan Haim about his recently dismissed case. Eithan shares his story—how he became a whistleblower exposing Texas Children's Hospital’s transgender program, the intense legal persecution that followed, and his journey to vindication. They dive into the toll this fight has taken, the legal battles...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks  with Bevelyn Beatty Williams to discuss her journey—from facing a prison sentence to life behind bars and now fighting for justice after her release.  Bevelyn’s fight isn’t over yet! If you want to support her fight for justice please, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/BevelynBeattyWilliams . Also go to http...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson talks with Seak Smith, the driving force behind the HOPE Box Project, an initiative led by the MOM Army, a group passionate about fighting back against child trafficking and exploitation.    Seak shares about the HOPE Box—a resource lovingly curated to provide comfort, resources, and hope to children who are naviga...

In this episode, Heather chats with Andrew MacGillivray, President of Veterans for Freedom, about his organization’s fundraising efforts for Kayla Pollock, a 36-year-old who became paralyzed from the neck down after receiving a third booster shot.    Support Operation Kayla at https://www.givesendgo.com/kaylapollock . Visit Kayla’s website at https://www.opkayla.ca/ and learn more about Veterans f...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather talks with Jamie Sanchez, the owner of The Drip Café in Denver, CO. Jamie shares how his café, part of the "Project Revive" initiative to support the homeless, has faced relentless attacks from a group opposed to its Christian values. Despite the vandalism and harassment, Jamie stays committed to his mission, drawing strength from his faith in...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Jacob speaks with Dr. Tammie McClafferty,  CEO of Lifework Leadership First Coast, about expanding Cup of Jōb, a Christian coffee house that employs the homeless, to Murray Hill, Jacksonville, FL.   “We have been given the opportunity to expand this model in the nearby community of Murray Hill, Jacksonville, FL. We are working with another Lifework al...

In this episode, Jacob chats with David Conley about his 2024 worship album and the GiveSendGo campaign that's funding its production. David's music tells a powerful story of a lost soul rediscovering God, himself, his calling, his passion, and his joy.   David shares his personal journey through faith, depression, and anxiety, revealing how he emerged from a dark place with the help of a Christia...

In this episode, Heather talks with Tom Floyd and Tom Anderson about their battle with United Airlines, which mandated the COVID vaccine for all employees, disregarding personal religious and medical beliefs.   “We are in a David vs. Goliath battle as we bring forward the law against United Airlines and their hostile actions against employees. They have deep pockets, and we expect them to try to r...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather speaks with Amie Ichikawa, the executive director of Woman II Woman. Amie founded this nonprofit to support incarcerated women who face harassment, assault, medical abuse, and neglect, often living in fear of retaliation if they stand up for their rights. “We need your help to continue to advocate for them. We need help covering the costs of t...

In this episode, Jacob Wells speaks with Chris Hume, Managing Editor of The Lancaster Patriot, about the raid on Amos Miller's Amish farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. On January 4, 2024, state agents raided Amos' property, seized products, and banned the sale of many of his remaining products, putting his business at risk.   “As Amos fights this injustice, he needs to keep paying his employe...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather speaks with Kyle Wells, a father and the owner of Wells Plumbing. Kyle opens up about the difficult choice to close his business after coming under attack for attending a Trump rally.   “I worked hard to become a master plumber and pursue my dream of helping people in service and creating plumbing systems that I am proud of and it has been tak...

In this episode, Jacob Wells chats with Brennen Hankins about his fundraising success story. Hear how his friends and family rallied to support his recent move to Alaska!    Check out his campaign at https://www.givesendgo.com/hankinsalaska .   Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out o...

In this episode, Jacob Wells chats with Lindsey Messina, executive director of Austin17House, a nonprofit center in Brentwood, NH dedicated to serving the youth and families of their community through free meals, mentorship, activities, and a safe place to visit.    “Without this funding, youth will continue to be caught in the tension between negative activities and environments, leading to negat...

Heather speaks with Jodi Mulder from Building Beyond Borders about their efforts to raise funds for the construction of two homes and two latrines in Tecate, Mexico!    “We are a group of friends from Santa Cruz and beyond who spend three days each summer in Tecate, Mexico building homes. (We cover our travel costs - these funds go directly to cover building materials, including a poured cement fo...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather talks with Brandon about his and his wife's GiveSendGo campaign to support their family in their struggle against the military's COVID mandates. To read more on this story or to support Brandon and his family visit https://www.givesendgo.com/GBE5P . 

In this episode, Jacob talks with Tim Pinon and friends about their GiveSendGo campaign for Grace Place Properties. Support this cause at https://www.givesendgo.com/graceplaceproperties and learn more about Grace Place Properties at https://graceplaceproperties.org/ . 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson sits down with Eithan Haim, a 33-year-old general surgeon and whistleblower, about his fundraising campaign.  To read more and support Eithan’s campaign visit www. GiveSendGo.com/texas_whistleblower .   

In this special episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Joel Strasser and Garrett Smith, best friends, and partners during Season 35 of “The Amazing Race”. They talk about their experience on the show and how it led to Joel starting a GiveSendGo campaign to help get Garrett’s special needs daughter a service dog. To read more about their story and check out thei...

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Monica Matthews about her new venture, Thirst Entertainment Network. It's a streaming platform that selects, produces, and shares digital content that honors the Lord and spreads His hope and love. To learn more about Monica’s campaign visit www. GiveSendGo.com/MonicaMatthews . 

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Pastor Cheryl M. Gaines about Project EDEN. EDEN which stands for "Project Everyone Deserves to Eat Naturally™," is a sanctuary aiming to save lives and empower marginalized youth. To read more about this project visit www. GiveSendGo.com/GB9V4 . 

Join Jacob Wells, Co-founder of GiveSendGo, in a powerful conversation with Karen Fournier about Covenant Homes and Resources, a nonprofit that supports pregnant mothers by establishing family-style, safe group homes near abortion facilities. These homes provide a nurturing environment, offering stays from 2 hours to 2 years, with 24/7 on-site mentors.   Learn more about Karen's GiveSendGo campaig...

In this episode of "Shine Brightly!", GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson chats with Michael about Diego Ranch, an equine therapy program that has helped and healed children, veterans, and others. To give or learn more about Deigo Ranch, visit www. GiveSendGo.com/DiegoRanch . 

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Lauren Dean about starting a GiveSendGo campaign to support her family amidst her husband’s Jan. 6 trial.  To give or learn more about Lauren’s campaign visit www. GiveSendGo.com/GBA9Q .