Life (Re)viewed

Stephen Bargatze may be best known as "Nate's dad", but he is also a magician and comedian. He shares stories with Lisa Steven of his exceptional challenges growing up, including being bitten in the face by a dog and living in a home where he was constantly told he was a mistake. He also shared the day he discovered the difference between mercy and forgiveness, as well as the reason he is a strong...

The Bandimere name is widely known throughout Colorado and so was their legendary race track. Many who came to Bandimere Speedway to drag race ended up with even more, a relationship with Jesus. In this episode, Lisa sits down with Tami Bandimere to discuss her experiences at the track, the influence of her grandfather and the lessons she has learned from some of the hardest times in her life.

Join us for our newest episode of "Life (Re)viewed" as Lisa Steven hosts Columbine survivor Lauren Bohn, who shares her experience on April 20, 1999, when she was a freshman at Columbine High. Tune in to hear Lauren as she walks us through her experience hiding under a table in the cafeteria, escaping the school, dealing with the trauma afterwards and her realization that NOT forgiving keeps you i...

All of our relationships at Hope House are of great importance, including with our vendors. Join Lisa Schlarbaum (Hope House director of developmnet) and Jim Fortune (senior account executive with Print Pointe) as they discuss whether physical letters are still relevant, how to personalize large mailings and why Hope House holds a special place in Jim's heart. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio —...

Join Jenny Macias (Hope House director of partnerships) and Hannah Schoeninger (former Hope House teen mom) as they dive into Hannah's journey to becoming a Family Law Licensed Legal Paraprofessional. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

How do you sell a coffin to a crowd that doesn't believe in burial? Join Lisa Schlarbaum (Hope House director of development) and Gary Corbett (auctioneer of many Hope House galas) as they discuss his many experiences in and out of the auction block, including the answer to today's question. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

Arranged marriages may seem like a thing of the past, but unfortunately they still occur to this day. Join Lisa Steven (Hope House founder & executive director) and Tina Vang (former teen mom) as they discuss Tina's journey growing up in the Hmong culture, and what it was like being sold into a marriage at the age of 15. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

What are the values you are passing down to the generations to follow? Join Chris Ridings (Volunteer Coordinator at Hope House Colorado) and Kim Buettner-Garrett (Hope House champion and boutique volunteer) as they talk about the impact of intentionally finding space to volunteer in your community, and the joy of doing it with family. Hear more about their mutual passion for service and background...

Many of us have heard the saying, "It takes a village" and our guests today couldn't agree more. Join Lisa Steven (Founder and Executive Director of Hope House) and Lindsay Bernum ("adult teen mom" and champion of Hope House) as they discuss how important it is for teen moms to have at least one person in their corner saying, "you can do it!" Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

What lessons can motocross teach about success in life and sales? Tune in to this episode of Life(Re)viewed as Hope House board member, Chris Johnson, reflects on his journey from the motocross track to tech sales and the many lessons he has learned along the way that have empowered him to be a force for good at Hope House and beyond. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

 Last summer, Hope House Colorado opened their very own early learning center. Join Jenny Gonzales (Director of Programs) and Lisa Kirk-Plowman (Director of Early Childhood Education) as they discuss their involvement and experiences as integral members of the planning and development team and the impact they have seen in the lives of the teen moms and their children. Music Courtesy of Mary George...

It takes a lot to keep a non-profit moving forward every year. Join Lisa Schlarbaum (Hope House Director of Development) and Emi Blomster (Hope House Development Officer) as they dive into the ins and outs of fundraising, building relationships and reminisce about some of their favorite Hope House memories. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

Join Hope House development coordinator, Celeste, as she chats with teen mom, Alice, about life, growth, friendship and more on this episode of Life (Re)viewed. These two have a special connection as they share their experiences at Hope House from both the staff and teen mom perspectives. As you listen to their banter, overlapping of sentences, layering of stories and laughter, you will easily hea...

Join Hope House empower program manager, Jamie, as she catches up with teen mom alum, Maddie. Maddie shares her Hope House journey from her first day to graduation, and what she and her three kids are up to now. Make sure to listen to the second half to learn of Maddie's amazing passion for sharing Hope House with teen moms and medical providers across hospitals in Denver as she advocates for the...

The cost of housing can often be a big obstacle to our teen moms, but through hard work and resilience, our moms can find a place to call home. Even so, the cost of furnishing that hard-earned home also poses a challenge. That's where our partner Knock Knock Angels comes in. Join Hope House director of partnerships, Jenny Macias, and Knock Knock Angels vice president, Barrett Miller, as they delve...

Join Hope House lead residential advisor, Sasha, as she sits down with teen mom, Daisy, to reflect on how Daisy's time in the residential house brought self-knowledge, a deeper relationship with God, and stability for her and her son, Malachi.   Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

Join Kristina and Grace, two Hope House staff members, as they individually chat with teen mom, Myra, about her walk with God as she navigates motherhood, college, and building community and friendships. Myra is a Hope House graduate who has touched so many staff, teen moms and volunteers at Hope House with her vibrant and joyful personality. This is an episode that will encourage you to see how G...

*This episode shares details about domestic violence and may not be suitable for all listeners. In this episode, Alicia Quintana, Hope House teen mom alum and current board member, continues her story of becoming a teen mom and the years of violence she survived before finding Hope House Colorado. Jenny Macias, our director of partnerships and the staff member who answered Alicia's call for help,...

*This episode shares details about domestic violence and may not be suitable for all listeners. In this episode, Alicia Quintana, Hope House teen mom alum and current board member, shares her story of becoming a teen mom and the years of violence she survived before finding Hope House Colorado. Jenny Macias, our director of partnerships and the staff member who answered Alicia's call for help, joi...

Wayne Anderson joins us on episode 13 of our "Life (Re)viewed" podcast to share how his life experiences have brought him to the position of executive leadership coach at Leadership Science Institute. As a U.S. Navy veteran, publicly elected official as a city council member and county commissioner in Broomfield, adjunct professor in business and management at Front Range Community College and aut...

One of Hope House Colorado's Residential Advisor's, Desirae, sat down with teen mom, Mekhi, to talk about friendship, forgiveness, working hard, seeking dreams, Popeyes chicken, learning to trust in God and more.   Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

Hope House Colorado's Education & Career Coordinator, Olivia Timken, chats with teen mom Ashley, about how the challenges and blessings of her past have become the fuel for a brighter future for her and her son, Elias. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music

Hope House Colorado's Director of Partnerships, Jenny Macias, chats with Hope House Northern Colorado's Executive Director, Colleen Emery, about Colleen's journey as she navigated opening the first Hope House affiliate. Listen in to learn how God moves Colleen's heart to pursue the calling to empower teen moms in northern Colorado on their path to self-sufficiency. Music Courtesy of Mary George: ...

Hope House Colorado's Empower Program Manager, Jamie Barnes, catches up with Jackie, a teen mom who will graduate from our Hope House programming this year and become an alum! In this episode you will hear about Jamie's role at Hope House; Jackie's journey as a teen mom with her daughter, Aaliyah; and how Jamie and Jackie have cultivated a beautiful friendship along the way.     Music Courtesy of...

Hope House Colorado's Founder & Executive Director, Lisa Steven, and Empower Program Manager, Jamie Barnes, talk about growing up, growing in faith, motherhood, their hearts for teen moms and the ways in which God wove their stories together at Hope House. Music Courtesy of Mary George:  Bio — Mary George Music