Life Stories Podcast

This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Hannah Overton, whose name you might recall from her 2006 wrongful conviction for the murder of her adopted son. Despite being innocent, Hannah endured seven years in prison before her conviction was overturned. Her story of resilience and justice is nothing short of extraordinary. In our conversation, she shares her journey and her inspiring work no...

For the first time since I started my podcast, I chatted with my husband on here. We talked about several things we are thankful for and as usual, he made me laugh. He always does. Thanks for listening!

Today I chat with author Jessica Clancy about her book The Quest for Family. Jessica gives a very honest and vulnerable look at her life and how she has persevered. I encourage everyone to read her story! Thanks for listening! Just a reminder that a video version of this episode is on YouTube!

When I showed up at the Behind Her Brand conference last week, I knew I needed help. The problem was that I didn't know what I needed to know. In this short, but sweet, episode I talk about a few things I learned that I'm able to apply to my creative projects as I move forward. I hope they help you, too! Thanks for listening! Just a reminder that all episodes are available on YouTube! @podcast.lif...

This Spring, I attended a brunch where Linda Strom spoke about her impactful ministry to women on Death Row. Her passion was undeniable, and I immediately invited her to my podcast. In this episode, we dive into her book "Karla Faye Tucker Set Free," explore moving stories from her time in prison, and discuss the driving force behind her mission. You can find out more about what Linda is doing at...

How do you react when your plans change? I don't mean life-altering changes but in general, does it freak you out or are you able to go with the flow? If you're like me, it's a mixture of both responses. I hope my silly story encourages you today. Thanks for listening!

I don't know how long you've been married, but whether it's five years or fifty I'm guessing you don't have it all figured out. I certainly don't. However, one thing I've learned over the years is to celebrate my husband's differences instead of wanting to change him to be just like me. Something happened this weekend at our house that reminded me how much I love this certain quality he carries. I...

I don't know about you, but I tend to get a little lax in different areas in my life when things are going well. I've noticed some places that I need to put in some extra work and I'm excited to see how it's going to pay off. What about you? I hope that I can encourage you today. Thanks for listening!

I was so excited to talk to Nick Austin today!! Nick has an incredible organization called We are Not Broken where she helps women share their stories in a beautiful way. She has her annual WANB Scars to Stars Gala coming up, she has a WANB podcast, AND she is starting camps for girls this summer to encourage and equip them in very powerful ways. You can find her on social media @nickaustin and at...

Every day I am thankful that I get to be a mom. Today I mention just a few reasons why this role in my life is one of my favorites. Thanks for listening!

Today, I had an exciting chat with my longtime friend Ken Noble, who has transitioned from ministry to becoming a top-notch life coach and mastermind group leader. Ken's expertise spans job coaching, business strategy, and personal development, making him a go-to resource for anyone looking to elevate their life and career. Discover how Ken can help you reach your goals by following him @thekennob...

IMPROVED ACADEMICS, & SOCIALLY RESILIENT KIDSChatGPT In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Yavonne Butcher about her book, Positive Parenting for Raising Kids . We explored her strategies for transforming everyday habits into meaningful quality time, enhancing parent-child connections, boosting academic performance, and fostering social resilience in children. Yavonne’s insigh...

I had the privilege of chatting with my friend Michelle Perzan on today’s podcast. Michelle’s journey through cancer is both inspiring and heartfelt. She passionately shares her story and her mission to support and uplift others facing similar battles. Her positivity and dedication are truly motivating. Discover more about Michelle and her impactful work at michelleperzan.com. Don’t miss this upli...

When I showed up at the Behind Her Brand conference last week, I knew I needed help. The problem was that I didn't know what I needed to know. In this short, but sweet, episode I talk about a few things I learned that I'm able to apply to my creative projects as I move forward. I hope they help you, too! Thanks for listening!

Today on the podcast I talk about some of my favorite authors, why reading is important, and how you can encourage an author today. Thanks for listening!

Isn't it amazing that there's only one you? You were created to do something that only you can do. I'm learning to be happy with this fact and to be the best me I can be. Join me, won't you?

Do you enjoy going to concerts? Not everyone does. Most of the ones I have been to are for country music, which we love in this house. There are still some artists that I may only dream of seeing. Hear all about them in this episode. As always, thanks for listening!

Prayer is a topic that has come up repeatedly in my life lately. I thought I would take this opportunity to share some prayers that have been answered, and some that haven't, in my life over the years. May these stories be encouraging to you. Thanks for listening!

Some people come into our lives to stay. Some are only around for a short amount of time. In my life, I'm thankful for them all. Hopefully, you are too. Thanks for listening!

When you look back to your young adulthood, aren't you thankful for the people around you that offered you grace? I sure am. I am on my way to 50 and still don't always have my ducks in a row. However, I will never forget those that loved me and were gracious to me when I was young and needed help. In today's episode I talk about something that happened when I was a young mom and the sweet friend...

I try to start each day being thankful for the little things: a good night's sleep, a comfortable bed, hot coffee with half-and-half, etc. Being grateful changes my attitude and motivates me to do what I was created to do. When you step back and look at your day (week/month/2022), what are thankful for?

I’m thrilled to introduce my first guest, Dominique Egbers—a remarkable mother, creative soul, and the heart of our family through her marriage to my cousin, Dustin. Dominique has made a profound impact as a foster parent and has adopted two boys with Dustin. In our conversation, she shares her inspiring journey and deep passion for fostering and adoption. If you’re moved to support foster familie...

I don't usually pick a word for the year, but 2023 will be an exception for me. I am thankful for the people I am connected to now and for those who have come in and out of my life over the years. My experiences these past few weeks may be an encouragement to you to find your people and maybe even find your word.

To me, writing is about so much more than being an author. I have participated in many different forms of writing over the years, and today on the podcast I encourage you to do the same. I believe that you have something wonderful to say. Enjoy!

Taking a risk doesn't mean everything will turn out exactly the way you want. However, if you never try, how will you know? In this episode I talk about my bakery and some of the exciting things that happened during that season. I hope someone will be encouraged to try that thing (new job, new move, new whatever!) and will realize it doesn't have to be perfect to still be a gift.