Called & Crowned

Most people overcomplicate personal branding. The real process? It’s simpler, deeper, and more powerful than you think. Become a Crowned Authority™ in your space at https://www.fordivine.com/   In this episode, you’ll hear some of the most powerful clips from Emily’s recent private training call, where she reveals the exact steps to clarify your message, show up consistently, and build a personal...

If you’ve been telling yourself, you just need a break, but deep down, you know you’re checking out - this episode is for you! Emily gets real about the hidden tension every legacy-maker faces: am I resting, or am I stagnant? She breaks down the invisible grind, the spiritual resistance, and the quiet seasons that either sharpen your influence or derail your purpose, depending on your choices. Bec...

She didn’t start a brand to go viral. She started it to find herself again.  At 47, Caroline Baudino thought life had passed her by. Her father was sick, her confidence was gone, and her reflection felt like a stranger’s. But instead of breaking down, she gave herself a simple assignment: Get up. Get dressed. And what began as one woman’s daily act of courage evolved into Shop with Caroline, a bra...

You can’t build influence if people don’t trust you. And you can’t build trust if your brand doesn’t reflect who you are.  In this rapid-fire Q&A, Emily and Jake break down personal branding that converts, how to overcome the fear of sharing your story, choose your one thing when you have ten passions, and step into Crowned Authority (so clients find you).  She reveals: The real reason you’re...

Love doesn’t end in one dramatic moment. It fades slowly in silence - in the kiss we don’t give, the words we leave unsaid, and the gratitude we forget to express. That’s where intimacy slips away. In this episode, Emily welcomes back her dear friend, Emmy-winning entertainment reporter and lifestyle expert, Moll Anderson, to unpack the quiet truths about love that most couples miss. Together, the...

Most people don’t realize they’re addicted to the very pain they’re trying to escape. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Emily and Jake sit down with Ruslan KD to unpack the hidden addictions behind hustle culture, the modern epidemic of performing for approval, and why rejecting God often feels like freedom… until it doesn’t. What You’ll Learn: The difference between selfish ambition and Go...

If your income stops the moment you stop working, you don’t own a business - you own a job. Too many entrepreneurs stay trapped in this cycle, mistaking hard work for wealth. The truth is, hustle will never scale.  Terra Harvell broke out of that game. Once “just a hairdresser,” she went from standing behind the chair to scaling Harper Ellis Hair Co. into an 8-figure brand. Now, she’s rewriting th...

What if the very thing you’ve been fighting all along is the very thing you need to let go of? What if the patterns, shame, and fear you’ve been holding onto aren’t obstacles to push through, but signals pointing you toward freedom? In this episode, Emily sits down with Kevin Crenshaw, known as The Heart Guy, who has spent over a decade helping leaders and individuals break free from the patterns,...

She turned $1,000 and a table at a local market into a multimillion-dollar jewelry empire. What started as a creative outlet for Lisa Valenzuela nearly 20 years ago has grown into Truly Blessed Jewels, a brand known for its timeless designs and bold identity.  From her earliest days selling jewelry in farmers' markets, Lisa understood that people weren’t just buying a product. They were buying int...

Wellness isn’t just about food or fitness. If your relationship is stressed, if your body is inflamed, if your spirit is unsettled, no skincare product or workout will fix that. Wellness is about stacking the right habits that transform your body, your mind, and your soul.  In this episode, Emily and Jake sit down for a raw update on their wellness journey - what’s working right now, what they’ve...

Grief is the wilderness no one prepares us for. The world tells us to move on and bury the pain. But what if grief wasn’t meant to be erased but integrated into who we are becoming? Melissa Dlugolecki knows this firsthand. After losing her daughter Leyden to NEC, her life was shattered, her heart broken, her finances devastated, and her sense of identity stripped away. And yet, it was in that brea...

What if the darkest parts of your past weren’t meant to disqualify you, but to set others free? Meet Caleb Altmeyer, Founder and CEO of Helping Captives. Once entangled in addiction, dealing, and destruction, he now leads a ministry devoted to delivering women out of trafficking, addiction, and exploitation, even transforming a strip club into a house of healing. His calling is clear: to declare f...

Effortless style is not about chasing the next trend. It’s about knowing who you are and letting that confidence speak.  At just 22, Madison Orlando founded Artless, a brand built on simplicity, sustainability, and timeless confidence. Inspired by ‘90s minimalism and the relaxed, sun-soaked California aesthetic, Maddie’s pieces are elevated wardrobe essentials, intentionally crafted to make gettin...

Most personal brand messages fall flat because they’re built to sound good, not to connect. If people can’t feel it, they won’t follow it.  You can have a stunning logo, perfectly curated posts, and show up on every platform, but if people can’t instantly tell a friend why they follow you, you’re not creating impact… you’re just adding to the noise.  In this episode, Emily unpacks why most message...

He tried to end his life three times. What happened next changed everything.  Brad Scot Johnson was once a respected pastor with a global platform. But behind the sermons and stages was a man slowly unraveling - battling addiction, shame, infidelity, and internal collapse. His fall was public. His marriage ended. And his soul was buried in shame. Until one day, he woke up after another suicide att...

What if multiplying your success had nothing to do with doing more, and everything to do with becoming more? In this episode, Emily sits down with her best friend and one of the most influential women in the network marketing world, Sarah Robbins. Once a kindergarten teacher, Sarah went on to build a billion-dollar sales team and helped countless entrepreneurs scale income, leadership, and legacy....

Your calling isn’t just about you. It carries breakthroughs for others. And when you obey, miracles move. Rex Crain is an acclaimed speaker, writer, and peak performance coach who has spent the last 25 years helping people unlock their potential and walk boldly in their God-given calling. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, Olympic athletes, entertainment executives, medical professionals, a...

You’ve been called. You’ve been crowned. But if you don’t rise, if you don’t move, the kingdom loses what only you were meant to carry. Emily Ford welcomes you to Called & Crowned, where faith meets leadership, branding meets breakthrough, and women rise to build with heaven’s blueprint. She opens up about her own story, from chasing success to surrendering to purpose, and the defining moment...

What if the fear of being seen is the very thing holding back your destiny? In this deeply personal solo episode, Emily exposes the spiritual and emotional toll of hiding your truth — and shares the exact process she used to break free from the spirit of rejection. Here’s what you’ll learn: The #1 reason most people stay hidden in their brand and life Why rejection is a spiritual refinement, not a...

We started with nothing but a bold idea, relentless faith, and a calling we can’t ignore. We thought we were just building a brand. But God was building us. In this powerful conversation, we reveal the raw, unfiltered story of how FORDIVINE HQ was built—the real challenges, divine guidance, and pivotal decisions that shaped our path as entrepreneurs and partners in marriage. You’ll discover: The e...

You’re doing everything right. So why do you still feel shame? Cathy Greer unpacks the hidden damage of perfectionism, spiritual misalignment, and the quiet breakdown inside high-achieving women. Cathy Greer is a faith-driven entrepreneur, speaker, and identity coach who has led over 9,000 freedom healing sessions. She helps women heal from shame, release performance-based living, and step into th...

Today’s episode is a masterclass in intentional living! If you’ve ever felt like your home isn’t fully you, or maybe your space feels heavy, chaotic, or disconnected from the life you want to live… this episode is your sign. I sit down with the legendary queen of soulful spaces, Moll Anderson, the Emmy-winning entertainment reporter and bestselling author of Change Your Home, Change Your Life with...

Today, I have something extra special for you — a power-packed interview I recently did at an event in Australia. This isn’t your typical solo episode, but trust me, it’s a must-listen! We went deep into personal branding, how to stand out in today’s online world, and the secret to building powerful, authentic relationships. Whether you’re in network marketing, running a business, or just looking...

Let me ask you something… when was the last time you actually felt at peace? Like, deep, soul-level peace — not drowning in your to-do list, not filling every empty space on your calendar just to feel productive. When was the last time you felt calm? Or honestly… the last time you felt like yourself. Can’t remember? I get it. Today, I’m coming in with a message you probably didn’t know you needed....

Feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin? Trust me, I get it. Between business, relationships, and life’s constant demands, it’s easy to find yourself running empty. But here’s the thing — sometimes, the reset you need is not a big elaborate vacation or a complete overhaul of your routine. It’s much simpler than that.  Today, I am joined by husband, Jake, to talk about how a 24-hour staycation i...