Let Me Tell You a Story with Steve and Becky Lyles

They Never Expected the Career Paths that Brought Them Together Neither Adrienne nor Frank Signorino expected to spend the bulk of their employment years serving as guards in California jails. Join us for a fascinating discussion of the challenges and rewards that came with doing their best to provide a safe environment for incarcerated individuals...even as they put their own safety and well-bein...

High Flying! We had a good time learning about aerial arts from LuAnne Moresco, who's written a book on the subject titled "Aerial Visions: An Introduction to Silks, Hammock, Lyra, and Other Aerial Arts." That's quite a mouthful, but a fitting title for a sport that entails far more than dangling daintily in the air. Take a listen, and you too may be bitten by the aerialist bug a...

I Am Sparrow: A Story of Healing from Sexual Abuse Meghan Carlisle joined us on this podcast to talk about her first novel, a somewhat autobiographical story of a young girl trapped by an abuser. She graciously answered all our hard questions and then read an excerpt from "I Am Sparrow." Meghan has a passion to shed light on the paths women walk through life’s hardest challenges and thei...

Long Journey to Joy Ruby Contreras's big smile and enthusiasm could give the impression she's had an ideal life. But that would be a false assumption. Her story begins with parents who not only neglected their children but introduced them to drugs at early ages. In and out of foster homes until she turned 18, Ruby continued to struggle with addiction and abusive relationships. Finally, the day cam...

Seeing Jesus in the Pain Earnie Lewis’s journey to emotional health has not been easy. Yet, he’s never given up, and he’s been able to help others along the way. Through tears, Earnie graciously shared with us the trauma and the trials—and the steps he took to wholenesswith the help and prayers of therapists, family members and friends. His story of healing will challenge, inspire and encourage yo...

The Many Hats of Ray Ellis From policeman to pastor, teacher, author, book coach and publisher, Ray has done it all and done it well. In podcast #175, we talk with Ray about his multiple careers as well as what it was like to grow up in the American South during the Civil Rights Movement. And, of course, Steve threw in some cop questions. :-) https://www.passioncm.org/ (Podcast sound effects sourc...

They Grew Up in Prison yet Found a Fulfilling Future Renee and Mike Book both experienced abusive childhoods that led to addictions and crime--and a search for healing. On this podcast, the Books share not only their incredible journeys but amazing wisdom about life, marriage, parenting, emotional and spiritual growth, and so much more. Tune in and be challenged!!!

A Story about Cheating What a fun time we had interviewing the Bryant family about their new children's book titled "Trusting Timothy: A Story about Cheating." https://www.trustingtimothy.com/ (Podcast sound effects source: ⁠⁠ http://www.freesfx.co.uk ⁠⁠)

Brick by Brick Rick Archuleta shares fun stories of restoring Bay Area buildings inside and out, including San Francisco's City Hall, a.k.a. the People's Palace, the Russ Building, and the basement of the Wax Museum at Fisherman's Wharf, among others. Now an Idaho resident, he provides Treasure Valley residents with a unique handyman service . https://archuletass.com/

Pines in the Wasteland Author Barb Sulfridge, lover of mountains and forests, talked with us about her journey through the wilderness of suffering and sorrow to find hope and peace as well as joy. Her new book recounts a nearly 40-year journey of learning to depend on God when life did not turn out the way she hoped or planned. https://www.backwoodsbarb.com/ (Podcast sound effects source: ⁠⁠ http:...

When God Steps In Devotional author Earline Kline joined us to talk about how God has led her through several decades of life, how she got started writing devotionals, and how she and her husband became prison volunteers...including some of her adventures "on the inside." https://meditationsofmyheart.wordpress.com/ (Podcast sound effects source: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.freesfx.co.uk⁠⁠⁠)

Creation Care & the Christian Tri Robinson, a man who's traveled the world and worn many hats over the years, graciously joined us to talk about his latest book, “A Journey of Gratitude: Traversing Four Seasons of Life.” We covered a lot of topics in this podcast, including his experience teaching in a gifted-and-talented program, reviving a family homestead, starting a church, and fulfilling...

High-Elevation Education Several years ago, our guest, Dr. Bryan Williams, and others saw a need for higher education in the mountains of central Idaho and began the process of establishing McCall College. We talked with Dr. Williams about the college as well as his many other interests, including his special love for bioethics. http://mccallcollege.org (Podcast sound effects source: ⁠⁠ http://www...

Life Is Precious This podcast features two special ladies, both named Cathy, who graciously share their pregnancy trauma/s with us. Through ignorance and pain, they sought solutions to unwanted pregnancies that they both now regret. Yet, they've experienced God's forgiveness and emotional healing and want to share the peace and joy they've found with others who suffer the same regrets. (Podcast so...

Greener Grass Syndrome Infidelity nearly destroyed Nancy and Ron Anderson's marriage 40+ years ago, a story they share in a book titled " Avoiding the Greener Grass Syndrome: How to Grow Affair-Proof Hedges Around Your Marriage." In this Let Me Tell You a Story episode, through laughter and tears, they talk about the intentional steps they took to rebuild their relationship and regain love and res...

Empty Arms In recent podcasts, we've talked with several people about the trauma and pain of losing a child. Another Becky (we're on a roll!) joined us this time to discuss how very difficult that time is and how friends and family supported her through the healing process. And how we can do the same for grieving couples and families. https://www.emptyarmsbereavement.org/ Podcast sound effects sou...

Journey to Joy Our longtime friends Linda and Bob talk about deep losses in their family and how they found healing, followed by a sweet friend named Terri who shares a poem she wrote, which beautifully chronicles the losses she and her husband, Larry, experienced. Although both couples' trauma was exceedingly painful, they eloquently relay the process and steps needed to walk through grief and co...

Christmas Ridge, Colorado Patti Shene, author of "Cathy's Christmas Confession," a Christmas Ridge Romance, Book Three, joined us to talk about her contribution to the series. Her fun novella features a colorful cast of characters, including a heroine and hero who are challenged to step out of their comfort zones. If you'd like to enter a drawing for a $50 Amazon card, you can do so by registering...

And Then You Were Gone Becky Avella graciously agreed to discuss the painful loss of four children through miscarriage plus talk about the book she wrote to help other families who've faced the same trauma. Her transparency and sweet spirit, along with her suggestions for healing and ways to support anyone who's lost a loved one, are sure to encourage listeners, whether female or male. Becky on Am...

Temper Tantrums Ever had an angry moment (or several) you'd rather not talk about? Or buried resentment deep inside? Our guest, author Kathy Collard Miller, shares stories from her life and from others who contributed to her latest book. Then she shows us from the Bible how Jesus handled similar situations. I highly recommend "Managing Anger--Jesus Style" for everyone, whether your temperament is...

Movement Matters Katy Nelson's enthusiasm for bringing smiles and movement to older adults is contagious. She has a special love for helping those with memory loss. In addition, she offers lots of tips for caregivers--not just how to help their loved ones but reminders to care for their own well-being. https://knc-movementmatters.net/ (Podcast sound effects source: http://www.freesfx.co.uk )

To Russia and Back Our longtime friend, Lee Eddy, has taught the Bible in churches in America, Russia and Latvia and has a deep desire to see relationships healed. Russia is where he developed the materials for his Pure Man Ministry. Along with discussing that focus, we talk about his Face to Face (counseling) Ministry and Great Romance (marriage) Ministry. Although the subject matter is serious,...

Cop Culture Larry Miller's law enforcement career spanned several decades and taught him much about human nature, especially about himself. He and his wife, Kathy, shared with us how police work affected their marriage and family and the changes they had to make to survive. https://kathycollardmiller.com/

A Fun Ride In her 40-year radio career, Bridget Bonde has adapted to numerous technological advances as well as studio format and music style changes. We had a great time asking about her DJ experiences and the ups and downs of hosting solo radio shows in the Treasure Valley. (Podcast sound effects source: http://www.freesfx.co.uk )

The Wonderful World of Worms Our guest, Agronomist Jerry Arledge, was privileged to spend many years in Latin America learning from farmers and working with them to increase crop yields. Together, they developed techniques that included the lowly earthworm and resulted in amazing harvests. You'll enjoy Jerry's enthusiasm for his work and the people he met along the way.