Annie's Pink Chair Podcast

 In Part 1 of this episode, Annie hosts fellow sex-trafficking survivor McKenzie Jordan, now an advocate and executive assistant for survivor-led nonprofit RubiesLV. McKenzie shares the beginning of her journey into trafficking as a wayward 21-year-old who had lost her support system. She tried to quit, but the money lured her back and she ended up with a pimp who nearly took her life. Don't...

On this week's episode, Annie talks with Jennifer Etter, BioField Therapist, Author, Yogi, Entrepreneur and Mom. As host of the Find Her Seat Podcast, Jennifer uses her 16 years of expertise to help bring balance into women's lives, giving them space to finally find their seat at the table.  In this discussion, Jennifer shares about the fear and trauma she endured as a teenager which resulted...

In this episode, Annie’s guest, Roxanne Grace, talks about the journey that took her from being on fire for God as a child to rebelling as a teen — and back again. Growing up with abuse from her father, a boyfriend and another man she trusted left her in search of affection from men — and eventually into the adult entertainment industry. Tune in to find out her turning point and the healing that c...

In this episode, Annie talks with Billy Crone, senior pastor of Sunrise Bible Church in Las Vegas. Billy had a rough road early in life after hypocrisy among so-called Christians led him down a very dark path in search of meaning and significance. He tried everything the world — and, ultimately, Satan — had to offer, and it left him suicidal and headed toward insanity. The terror that took hold of...

In this episode, Annie interviews Joshua Broome, who was one of the most successful adult film stars in the world until his emptiness — and a key relationship — led him to Jesus. His youthful dreams of becoming an actor and vulnerabilities from growing up without a father led to his first role in an adult production, and the ensuing shame kept him there for several years. Tune in to find out how G...

In this episode, Annie talks with Cathy Hoffman, a sex-trafficking survivor, victim’s advocate and women's self-defense advocate. Cathy fell victim to a trafficker when her roommate invited a man she met online over for dinner. After a harrowing three months of abuse, including near-death experiences, she says God helped her escape her trafficker and she now uses her experience to educate and empo...

In this episode, Annie hosts Natly Denise, an investigative journalist with multiple years of anti-sex trafficking activism, ministry, and outreach. Natly also owns and operates the first of its kind human- and sex-trafficking-focused news outlet, The Daily TrafficK. Natly shares how she was soul searching and looking for purpose after a bad breakup — when purpose found her instead. Now, nearly a...

In Part 2 of this episode, Annie continues her discussion with Dr. Nissi Hamilton, owner of A Survivor’s Voice of Victory organization, advocating for African American girls and women who are vulnerable to human trafficking. Nissi shares more about her journey to justice after vulnerabilities led her into an unwanted lifestyle. These survivors also provide a reality check for anyone considering th...

In this episode, Annie hosts Dr. Nissi Hamilton, owner of A Survivor’s Voice of Victory, advocating for African American girls and women who are vulnerable to human trafficking. She was once one of them after aging out of the foster care system in her state at 14. Her search for stability soon led to her becoming pregnant and through a harrowing experience with the courts that criminalized her rat...

In this episode, Annie hosts longtime friend and mentor Lori Wilhite, an author and ministry leader serving alongside her husband Jud, Senior Pastor at Central Church in Las Vegas. She founded Leading and Loving It in 2008 to empower women in ministry and leadership. She knows well the insecurities and loneliness that can come with such roles, and tells of a turning point in her life that helped h...

In this episode, Annie talks with Meri Crouley, author, filmmaker and podcaster with a prophetic ministry. Meri discusses a wide range of topics, from her upbringing in a Catholic-charismatic home to overcoming alcohol addiction. She also shares prophetic words and visions the Lord has given her about the pandemic, cultural issues today and so much more! Don’t miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

In this episode, Annie talks with Carter Featherston, a counselor, retreat leader and author of “God Knows Your Story (and He’s Not Mad!).” Carter endured shame for years after stepping down from his pastoral position due to sexual addiction. However, he said overcoming the addiction was only half the battle. He had to learn how to allow Jesus to heal his shame, and he now teaches others to do the...

In this episode, Annie talks with Kat Rosenblatt, author, FBI assistant and founder of There is H.O.P.E. for Me, Inc. Her book “Stolen,” details her experiences as a young teen being trafficked by those who preyed upon her feelings of worthlessness, arising from abuse and neglect at home. Through it all, she held onto the promise that God would never leave nor forsake her. She believes He helped h...

In this episode, Annie interviews ‘’Survivor” star Anna Khait, who was driven by two passions much of her young adult life: playing professional poker and making it onto the reality TV show. Although she considered herself an atheist, supernatural experiences throughout her life prompted her to seek proof of God’s existence. Tune in to find out the undeniable way He showed up and ultimately led he...

In this episode, Annie talks to John Humphrey, Vice-President and Executive Producer of I Am Second film projects. Prior to joining I Am Second in 2008, he worked on similar projects involving high-profile athletes and now does so with well-known musicians, actors and others willing to bare their soul and share how God has changed their lives. Annie discusses her own experience getting vulnerable...

In this episode, Annie talks with Heather Palacios, founder of WONDHERFUL, INC. — dedicated to saving the lives of those struggling through a mental crisis. Heather herself has had to fight the temptation to commit suicide since she was bullied as a child. Though the battle continues, she shares a turning point 20 years ago, when her anger at God turned to surrender. Don’t miss this potentially li...

In this episode, Annie hosts former Of Mice and Men lead singer Austin Carlile, whose career in the rock band was cut short by Marfan Syndrome. He had turned to music as an outlet for his rage against God, following the death of his mother to the same disease. But the God Austin was introduced to as a child continued to draw him back. Don’t miss his incredible story of unexpected blessings amid on...

In this episode, Annie interviews Kasey McClure, founder of 4Sarah.net, a faith-based nonprofit organization that empowers change in the life direction of women and girls working in the sex industry. Like many who are lured into the industry, Kasey’s past included being molested as a child and struggling to make ends meet as a young adult. She served as a stripper for several years for the income,...

In this episode, Annie speaks with Vednita Carter, founder of Breaking Free ministry and a trailblazer against sex trafficking and prostitution in the U.S. As a naive teen, Vednita got involved in strip clubs, lured by the promise of a big paycheck. After six months, God answered her prayer to get out, and she has been a champion for hurting women ever since. Today, she focuses on sharing the love...

In this episode, Annie talks with Tim Ryan, known as A&E’s Dope Man and a substance-abuse interventionist. Before God enabled him to get clean, Tim says he “lived to use and used to live." He shares how his alcohol and heroin addiction affected his family, how he finally got free and how he’s helping thousands of others do the same. If you know anyone struggling with addiction, this is a must-...

Have you ever felt like your best days are behind you? Or that your past defines your future? In this episode, Annie shares what it’s like to feel used up and discarded — just where the enemy of our soul wants us. It’s not about what we can do but what God has done for us that makes us worthwhile, she says. Whether you’re an empty-nester, out of work or just struggling in your mindset, tune in tod...

In this episode, Annie discusses the first two chapters of Ecclesiastes, paralleling King Solomon’s pursuit of pleasure — despite his God-given wisdom — with her own before she encountered Christ. She notes that, like Solomon, she denied herself nothing that money could buy, but found that material things — even relationships — never satisfied for long. That all changed when she met the Lord, and...

In this episode, Annie interviews Chris Dowling, a Christian film writer, director and producer with one of the top-watched movies on Netflix currently ( Blue Miracle ). After his role was cut from a soap opera some 20 years ago, he turned to writing and directing. He talks about his journey in the industry and how he strives to bring grit and authenticity to his productions — to attract believers...

In this episode, Annie talks with   Tullian Tchividjian, the grandson of Billy Graham, and an author and preacher in his own right. Tullian calls himself the “black sheep” of the family, dropping out of school and leaving home as a teen to live life on his own terms. He soon learned that the pleasures of this world left him empty, and his return to God eventually led to him preaching of His a...

In this episode, Annie hosts Ginger Stache, an Emmy Award-winning documentarian, writer, world-traveler and chief creative officer of Joyce Meyer Ministries. She is also an adventurer at heart and recently authored  Chasing Wonder, in an effort to encourage others to go wholeheartedly after everything God has for them. Listen in to hear about some of her incredible adventures, and how to step...