InTenD - the 10 mins stop off with Dee

This is our final  Pass The Mic  session for the  Buried  series. My brother Deron and I sat down one last time to unpack some of the questions, reflections, and moments that surfaced while recording the final podcast episode "Breaking Through the Surface". In true  Pass The Mic  fashion, there were plenty of nuggets, honest conversations, and a few good laughs along the way. Because eve...

In this final episode of the Buried series, we explore what it means to finally emerge from a hidden season. After months of growth beneath the surface, the breakthrough moment can feel exciting — but it also requires humility, patience, and continued trust in God. This episode reminds us that being buried was never the end of the story. It was preparation. If God planted you, growth is inevitable...

What happens when life leaves you feeling overlooked, forgotten, or behind? In this episode of the Buried season, we explore the pain of abandonment—missed opportunities, delayed dreams, rejection, and feeling left behind—and how God can still bring growth from those places. Through reflections on Genesis 50:20, Ezekiel’s Valley of Dry Bones, and personal experiences with disappointment and healin...

What if your delay isn’t denial—but preparation? In this episode of the Buried season, we explore the truth that hidden seasons are often the birthplace of purpose. Through the story of Joseph, with references to the lives of David, Jesus, Daniel and Esther, we unpack how God uses process before position—and how even failure, delay, and uncertainty can become part of your calling. If you’ve ever q...

In this episode of the Buried season, we explore the hidden weight we carry—grief, control, past hurt, and unmet expectations—and how they impact our growth. Being buried is already a heavy process, but holding onto what God is asking us to release can make the season even harder. This episode dives into the power of surrender, the freedom found in letting go, and the truth that not everything can...

We often see “the dirt” as something negative—messy, uncomfortable, and unwanted. But what if the very place you’re trying to escape… is the place that’s growing you? In this episode of InTenD, we explore how hardship, delay, and buried seasons can become powerful teachers. Through reflections on faith, personal experience, and stories like Ruth and David, this conversation reframes the dirt as a...

Growth doesn’t always look like progress. In this episode of InTenD, we explore the quiet, often overlooked kind of growth that happens beneath the surface—during seasons of waiting, stillness, and uncertainty. Drawing from personal reflection, powerful lessons from How to Change and Emotional Intelligence, and the concept of “buried seasons,” this episode reminds us that internal transformation i...

In this episode of the Buried series, we reflect on the quiet seasons of life — the moments when prayers seem unanswered and God feels silent. Through the Parable of the Sower and stories from scripture, we explore what it means to trust God while waiting. From Sarah and Abraham to Hannah and Rachel, the Bible reminds us that some promises require patience, faith, and courage. Because seeds don’t...

This is another Pass The Mic session connected to the Buried series — a candid sit-down conversation where I’m again joined by my brother Deron at Infinity Studios. In this episode, we go deeper than the original podcast episode Roots Before Fruit , and unpack what it really means to build from the inside out. Because what’s inside of you will always show up on the outside. We talk about:Why found...

In this episode of Buried, we reflect on the importance of spiritual foundations and why God often develops roots in us before allowing fruit to appear. Drawing from scripture, personal reflection, and everyday observations, this conversation explores patience, discipline, and trusting God’s intentions even when His plans are unclear. If you’re in a season of waiting or quiet development, this epi...

Pressure doesn’t always mean something is wrong. In this episode of InTenD, we explore the purpose of life’s pressing seasons. From oil extraction to diamonds and pearls, we reflect on how value is often formed under pressure — and how our posture determines whether we are refined or exhausted. If you’re facing resistance, roadblocks, or a season that feels overwhelming, this episode invites you t...

This is our first video podcast!!! Yay InTenD!!! This video marks the launch of Pass The Mic, a new video conversation arm of our InTenD Podcast featuring candid video conversations with guests . On this episode, I had a sit-down conversation with my brother, creator Deron, at his Infinity Studios where we spoke openly about The Season No One Claps For - the quiet season, the unseen work, and the...

Not every win is public. Not every breakthrough gets applause. In this episode of Buried, we explore loneliness, delayed affirmation, and the quiet seasons of private obedience. What happens when there’s no cheering section? When you cross milestones alone? When validation doesn’t come? This episode is a reminder that hidden growth is still growth — and what is done in secret is seen by God. If yo...

Ever feel like life pushed you underground? In Episode 2 of our Buried series, we unpack what happens in the hidden seasons — when God develops your roots before revealing your fruit. This is for anyone navigating delay, silence, or isolation and wondering if they’ve been forgotten. You’re not buried. You’re being built.

What if being buried isn’t the end — but the beginning? In this season opener of InTenD, Deidre reframes “buried” as intentional, not final. Through personal reflection, faith, and the story of Joseph, this episode explores how seasons of silence, invisibility, and delay can actually be moments of protection, preparation, and growth. If you’ve ever felt unseen, paused, or left behind — this conver...

Life has a way of handing us “final exams” — seasons that feel heavier, unfamiliar, and overwhelming. In this episode, we explore what it means to trust God in the middle of the test. Drawing from personal reflection, and biblical stories like Job, Joseph, and David, this conversation reminds us that God designs the test, sets the weight, and determines the pass mark. You are more prepared than yo...

In this deeply personal episode of InTenD, Deidre opens up about standing at a painful crossroad — the kind where your heart wants one thing, but truth nudges you in another direction. She reflects on loyalty, endings, the discomfort of transition, and the quiet courage it takes to trust God when nothing feels familiar. Through raw storytelling, scripture, memory, and honest vulnerability, Deidre...

In this episode, we talk about those “potted palm” seasons — the tight, uncomfortable, quiet moments where it feels like nothing is growing. But what if God is working beneath the surface? I share a story about a palm tree, a lesson on internal growth, and a reminder that your mindset in a hard season shapes who you become on the other side. Root work is still work. And gratitude is still a choice...

“Where have you been hiding? And what are you seeking?” In this episode of InTenD, we explore what it means to hide in God — not from Him. Whether you’re in a season of uncertainty, solitude, or quiet transformation, this is a reminder that hiding doesn’t always mean avoiding — sometimes it means God is preparing you, refining you, and reminding you to trust Him above everything else. Through scri...

In this episode of InTenD, Deidre reflects on the question that’s been stirring in her spirit: What is God’s purpose for your life? She explores what it means to plan, surrender, and trust God’s timing — even when life feels uncertain. She unpacks the power of returning — to God, to peace, to love, and to the truths we were raised to know. A gentle reminder that no matter how far we drift, God alw...

This week on InTenD, Deidre reflects on what it means to revisit old spaces—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—with new strength. From canceled plans to unexpected blessings, she shares how 2025 has been a year of surrender, growth, and gratitude. Inspired by messages from Pastor Steven Furtick and Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts, Deidre unpacks what it looks like to walk through life’s detours,...

There seems to be a theme of seasons and changes floating around and I’ve finally caught on. In all the happenings, all the scares, don’t be afraid to embrace the changes and shift your perspective, because through it all, Jehovah remains constant.

It’s Thanksgiving weekend — a time for warmth, gratitude, and a good bowl of soup. But between the stirring and simmering, there’s also reflection. In this episode, I open up about sleepless nights, anxiety, and the comfort that comes from trusting God through it all.

Life is a journey — full of winding roads, scenic pauses, and unexpected detours. But how often do we rush to the destination, missing the beauty of the trip itself? In this episode, we slow down and reflect on what it means to truly journey with God. From the restless “are we there yet?” moments to the quiet stretches of waiting, we uncover the lessons hidden along the way — patience, adaptabilit...

Life has a way of schooling us beyond the classroom. From lessons in identity, empathy, patience, and tenacity, to the unexpected teachers found in hardship and hope—this episode explores what it means to keep learning, keep growing, and keep trusting God’s flawless record. Whether you’re in a season of waiting, rediscovering who you are, or simply trying to make sense of the next step, this remin...