LoveTalk Network

Special guest Rick Randall joins the Ladies of LoveTalk as they dive into a heartfelt discussion about trauma, to include its toll upon impacted lives and its warning signs. For 23 years, Rick served as Senior Chaplain at the Austin Police Department. Although he retired from that position in 2022, he continues to serve as a spiritual and mental health resource for the officers and employees of th...

The Ladies of LoveTalk host a new friend from Focus on the Family, Dr. Daniel (Danny) Huerta, who serves as Vice President for Parenting and Youth for the FOCF ministry. Dr. Huerta is also author of "Seven Traits of Effective Parenting" and a clinical social worker with a practice based in Colorado Springs. Join Coach Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael as they dive into a tho...

Co-host Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael visit with Amy Ford -- author, keynote speaker, and founder of the Embrace Grace and the Embrace Life programs. The programs, complete with curriculum, give church groups a way to offer encouragement and support to women during and after an unplanned pregnancy. Now in 1,100 churches around the world, Embrace Grace is intended to prov...

The Ladies of LoveTalk share Part 2 of their Forgiveness, Restoration, & Trust program. Forgiveness must be freely given in all cases. Forgiveness is freely given by one person, but restoration requires participation by both parties (the offended and the offender). Join Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael as they discuss why trust is not guaranteed and, instead, must be earned...

The Ladies of LoveTalk examine the nuances and concepts behind the words Forgiveness, Restoration, and Trust. This program, the first of two parts, deals primarily with Forgiveness. What does it mean to forgive? Must we forgive? Who is responsible for extending the olive branch? Join Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael as they discuss Forgiveness -- the first step on the path...

Co-hosts Marlene McMichael, Cathy Endebrock, and Kerri Brinkoeter continue Part 2 of the program which breaks down the Biblical truths behind the second half of Marlene's personal, albeit quirky, self-talk. Those truths confirm that God directs and equips us to do real kingdom work. While fear and/or rebellion may delay us, God still controls the outcome. Join the Ladies of LoveTalk for the conclu...

In this light-hearted program, the Ladies of LoveTalk -- Marlene McMichael, Cathy Endebrock, and Kerri Brinkoeter -- explore the Biblical truths implied in the first half of the sentence: "If God told me to do it, I can't mess it up too bad." 1) God is real. 2) God speaks to me. 3) God has purpose for me. 4) God needs me to complete His work. Join us as Marlene shares why her often-used internal p...

Co-hosts Marlene McMichael, Cathy Endebrock, and Kerri Brinkoeter visit with the founder of KiDs Beach Club®, Jack Terrell -- as well as with the organization's vice president of ministry relations, Craig Vanbebber. The beach-themed program is a fun after-school experience for 3rd through 6th grade students that is oriented around the Bible and that works in partnership with volunteers from local...

The Ladies of LoveTalk -- Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael -- challenge listeners by asking, "Are you able to tell others of God's infinite goodness in the midst of life's greatest storms?" Special guest and three-time cancer survivor, Karin McCannon, proves that you can. Karin has a wonderfully unique perspective on her cancer battle. She shares how the God's joy and love...

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael visit with special guest Mat Staver, the founder and chairman of Liberty Counsel -- a Christian ministry focused on preserving religious freedom, the sanctity of human life, and the family through strategic litigation in the U.S. judicial system. Mat discusses the work of Liberty Counsel since its founding in 1989 and the need for c...

The Ladies of LoveTalk dialogue about the Moms within the Bible. Most of these Moms demonstrated obvious imperfections, yet they believed God and trusted in His promises. For example, Rehab was a prostitute, but she honored God and sheltered her family during Israel's seige on Jericho. In return, Jesus was born through her bloodline. The program relates the stories of many Biblical Moms who, thoug...

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael visit with Van Davison, husband of LoveTalk founder and America's Honorary Prayer Coordinator -- the late Evelyn Davison. Van recounts heartwarming memories from the 71 years, 10 months, and 7 days that he and Evelyn shared life and family together. Plus, listeners will hear Van's top secret formula for a long, happy marriage.

Join the Ladies of LoveTalk -- Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael -- as they interview special guest David Goodwin, the author of "Battle for the American Mind." The program highlights the benefits of a Classical Christian Education over today's public school curriculum. This is an eye-opening program for parents trying to understand why and how the American educational syste...

Co-hosts Kerri Brinkoeter and Marlene McMichael travel to Wimberley, Texas, for the Grand Opening of the newest Focus on the Family (FOTF) Retreat Center. The Center specializes in Hope Restored Intentives for couples in crisis. Join the ladies of LoveTalk as they conduct on-site interviews with Jennifer Krause, the Center's Clinical Director; with Dr. Greg Smalley, the vice president of Marriage...

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael interview Abby Johnson, the 2024 keynote speaker at the Texas Governor's Prayer Breakfast at Round Rock's Kalahari Resort. Believing she was helping women, Abby went to work for Planned Parenthood and rose from volunteer to facility director. Things changed when Abby witnessed a live ultrasound guided abortion procedure. Since then,...

Join the ladies of LoveTalk as they interview two special guests with important updates. First, Boris Zilberman, the Director of Public Policy & Strategy at the Christians United for Israel (CUFI) Action Fund, provides listeners with an update on the war in Israel in light of the United Nations resolution calling for an end in all conflict. Then, Dr. David Smith, the Executive Director of the Aust...

The ladies of LoveTalk discuss the significance of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The death and resurrection of Jesus afford the believer Forgiveness, New Life & New Identity, Eternal Life, and Power Over Sin. Join Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael as they discuss the Life with a Risen Lord.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael conclude their three-part Intentional Living series by discussing the need to forgive offenses, to give liberally, and to serve others. These three traits should dictate every Christian life, just as they did the life of Jesus.

Co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael welcome special guest Geremy Keeton, the Senior Director of Counseling Services at Focus on the Family (FOTF). On Saturday, March 23rd, Focus on the Family executives will host an Open House to mark the Grand Opening of the ministry's newest Retreat Center in Wimberley, Texas. The Retreat Center will offer intensive, biblically base...

The Ladies of LoveTalk continue their discussion with Part 2 of their Intentional Living series. Today's discussion focuses on being "intentional" about the Study of God's Word, about Prayer, and about personal Discipleship -- as well as being intentional about training others to be Disciples of Christ. Join co-hosts Cathy Endebrock, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Marlene McMichael as they explore these ne...

Join the Ladies of LoveTalk as they interview Jim McGee (coordinator) and Richard Battle (master of ceremonies) of the Governor's Prayer Breakfast, which is slated for Monday, April 29th, at Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, Texas. The breakfast heralds the celebration of the National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 2nd, later in the same week. Invited guest speakers for the Breakfast include Governor...

Co-hosts Kerri Brinkoeter, Cathy Endebrock, and Marlene McMichael discuss the need to be "Intentional" in all we do as Christians. This program is the first in a series of three which look at very deliberate, purposeful actions and/or mindsets that Christians must adopt in order to obey Scripture and walk out their faith in Jesus. Join the ladies of LoveTalk in this, the first of the Intentional L...

Dr. Chris Thurman, psychologist and bestselling author of "Emotionally Healthy Christianity: Following in the Psychological Footsteps of Christ," identifies four behavioral torpedoes which destroy marriages and families. Pointing to Jesus' own words and actions, Dr. Thurman and co-hosts Kerri, Cathy, and Marlene discuss how to diffuse those torpedoes and repair damaged family relationships. To fin...

We discuss having fun and loving well. Say goodbye to the idols of life: approval, success, control, comfort. Say hello to playfulness and childlike joy.

Co-host Marlene McMichael, Kerri Brinkoeter, and Cathy Endebrock visit with special guest, Vicky Porterfield, about the Collegiate Day of Prayer (CDOP) which is scheduled for February 29th at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. The CDOP is a united, multi-generational day of prayer for revival and awakening on college campuses across America. Learn how you can become involved in this amazing effort...