Embrace Zoe

What does it take to say yes to foster parenting — and would you be willing to do it alone? In this powerful episode of Embrace Zoe Series 2 Episode 4, we share Mackenzie's inspiring story--a woman who answered a deeply personal calling to become a foster parent despite uncertainty, fear, and the reality of doing it no matter the cost. Her journey is one of courage, faith, resilience, and uncondit...

In Embrace Zoe Season 2, Episode 3 , we share the powerful true story of Claudia, a woman from Cameroon whose dream of becoming a nurse seemed impossible—until it wasn't. After waiting more than three decades, her journey unfolds as a profound testament to patience in the unknown and the life-changing power of entering into a sacred covenant with God . Through years of delay, uncertainty, and unwa...

In this moving episode of  Embrace Zoe , we share the remarkable true story of a United States Army veteran whose battles didn't end when he came home. Struggling with addiction and the devastating loss of his son, Erie found himself standing at the edge of hopelessness —until tragedy became the turning point that transformed his life. Through grief, grace, and purpose, he rose again—this time, as...

In this powerful Season 2 premiere of Embrace Zoe , we share the incredible true story of a young man diagnosed with congestive heart failure, who died not once—but twice—before receiving a life-saving heart transplant. His journey through near-death, resilience, and hope is a moving testament to the power of organ donation, medical miracles, and a faith that stands the tests of the unknown.  🎧 L...

Episode 12 is our series 1 finale. It concludes our first 12 episodes by packing a punch of courage and faith into our hearts.  Prepare your heart to hear from Joanna Avin who despite enduring loss and physical abuse did not let that define her story. Instead, she shares how a divine moment led her to heal, forgive, and build. Today, Joanna is helping others transform their lives as the founder of...

In Episode 11, Jayme Shiarla — a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) coach and published author — shares her journey of discovering why her life is worth fighting for. Get ready to hear the raw and unfiltered moments that led Jayme to find her passion for helping others. To connect with Jayme, click here.   

Episode 10 journey's through what it was like for Laci Waner, MD, to resist the calling of becoming a medical doctor. Ultimately, the divine plan on her life could not be avoided. As you follow along, take hold of how tragic events led to her greatest strength—learning to surrender. Dr. Waner is using her years of extensive medical experience and pairing that with a holistic wellness plan to suppo...

Episode 9 is a part 2 of an impactful conversation we had with licensed professional counselor Ragan VitaNuova in episode 4 on the grief cycle. Truth is, any life event or non-event (like an unfulfilled dream) can send us into the grief cycle. Understanding what each phase of that cycle represents and how we can process through each of those phases can be found in episode 4. For this episode, prep...

Episode 8 marks two months of powerful, bold and courageous testimonies that showcase we have the spark that it takes to rise up in the dark. This story is another great example of struggle turned into strength. In this raw conversation, Maleah Staton unveils what it took to heal her eating disorder, ultimately leading her to become a registered dietician nutritionist that now empowers others to l...

Episode 7 touches on the profound effects of the infertility journey for a courageous woman, Lexie Tidwell. Her bold testimony is a reminder that a desire can only take us so far—but faith can take us even further. I opened this conversation by sharing my own journey with motherhood. 

Episode 6 takes us to the story of a warrior mother who once faced the reality of a difficult diagnosis, while pregnant with her second child. Some doctors at the time gave Careese Vieregge's child only hours to live after birth. Careese rejected the option to neglect life to her baby, and instead blogged through this difficult chapter to channel the intricacies and blessings of having a medically...

Episode 5 shines a light at what it's like for a cowgirl in a world full of cowboys, through the lens of Kim Rounds. Agriculture and livestock have always been part of Kim's life. She has paved a way as a notable member in her industry, landing her on Cowgirl Magazine 30 under 30. She competes with her horses, raises cattle and advocates for her industry, just to name a few. Kim's true strength, h...

Episode 4 navigates the different phases of the grief cycle--the model that helps people understand their emotions. Together, we learn that we all grieve differently and we can celebrate each stage of the process. The grief can be from a loss of any kind: a person, an expectation, a dream not accomplished, a lost job, a heartbreak, a transition. This thoughtful and raw conversation is led by licen...

Episode 3 digs into the concept that money is not a villain. As America's financial educator, Derrick Kinney, shares in his story: it all starts with our heart and a holistic approach to success. Derrick is the author of Good Money Revolution, the host of   Good Money with Derrick Kinney podcast, and the founder of gettheraiseyouwant.com .

Episode 2 takes us on a revival journey centered around Catherine Garcia, once an orphaned unwanted newborn child, and how a dream led to her redemption story. Catherine is a senior pastor at Freedom Life Church in Mission, Texas, a mentor and a professional public speaker. She was inspired by the power of her own story and started Freedom Empowerment Hub with her husband to support orphanages aro...

Episode 1 dives into the making of a professional Cameroonian soccer player, Eyong Enoh, and what it took for him to pave a way to international success. Eyong played in the World Cup and for various clubs around the world, but ultimately finding his true purpose outside of the field became his true identity. Eyong is the founder of 4pBaller, the author of How to Become a Successful Footballer and...