Marnie's Friends Talk Radio

During this interview with Marnie and guest Dr. Shari Bowen, you’ll discover how to: Honestly reflect so you can break free from destructive thinking traps that can sabotage your marriage and ministry. Develop emotional intelligence to best manage yourself and gain compassion for your spouse and team members. Communicate effectively to handle conflict and contention. Operate in patience with the b...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Inseong Kim, we’ll be addressing difficult conversations including pro-life, same-sex marriage, gender dysphoria and more. You’ll discover: Why these conversations are more important now than ever. How to have graceful conversations about life issues without further wounding the wounded. The role of compassion and what not to say. The connection between...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Melissa Gendreau, you’ll discover: How to gently guide women to see God’s presence in their painful past without re-traumatizing them. How to blend professional credentials with authentic faith so you build instant credibility for hard topics. Practical ways to help audiences replace deep-rooted lies with biblical truth about their identity in Christ. Ho...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Priscilla Doremus, you’ll discover: Limited time does not diminish your event. The #1 power play in planning. How to think outside the box. Define success in planning your event. The definition and importance of “Megaphone Mom.” How to communicate the vision clearly. How to delegate tasks you lack time and expertise to complete. The fastest way to find a...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Elsa John, we’ll address how to turn childhood trauma into transformative purpose. You’ll discover how to: Create a Values-Driven Framework That Inspires Trust Turn Awareness into Action by Recognizing & Responding to Emotional Needs with Empathy Equip Your Team to Foster Growth and Resilience Lead with Integrity to Build Resilient Leadership Elsa Jo...

During this interview with Marnie and Layla Rule, you’ll discover four of the main benefits and challenges of being married including how it provides social and spiritual shielding, provides a confidential sounding board, sexual safety and dopamine regulation plus emotional grounding. You’ll learn: 3 leadership hacks for married leaders 4 daily routines that grow your impact as a ministry leader 3...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Jen Ervig, you’ll discover: Everyone Matters: Parking Attendants, Partners & even the Pastors Gifts vs. Advertisements Lines are the Enemy Compelled Volunteers: How and Why Genuine Appreciation How to Work Yourself Out of a Job Networking with the Community Retention Tracking: Why it Matters Jen Ervig is an award-winning author of three books, speake...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Gina Cavallo, you’ll discover: How to uncover the hidden wounds in those you serve and learn practical ways to guide them toward healing and resilience. Gina’s “layered healing” process, a step-by-step model leaders can use to help others peel back pain and rediscover purpose. Trauma-informed leadership tactics, ensuring your church or organization becom...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Kathleen Johnson, you’ll discover: How the Bible really answers the question, “Does God heal today?” Why we are passionate about getting this message out? Why the most selfless, humble, enemy-trouncing and God-honoring thing we can do is to trust God for healing? How the healing message got so mixed up and how to untangle the knots? Why you get to believ...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Michele Chynoweth, you’ll discover how to: Wake up every morning with renewed passion to Write Your Book RIGHT NOW Get back in the driver’s (writer’s) seat with a roadmap to get your book done Write, publish and market your book like a pro Have more credibility by being an “expert” thanks to the prestige of your book Make more money due to book sales and...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Linette Rainville, you’ll discover: Reasons we say NO to God, including fear, border bullies and friendly fire. Why we can trust God with even the smallest of beginnings. How to think about messy middles, elongated gestation periods and hard labors. The power of a clear vision. The beauty of taking inventory. Ways God may use HIStory, as flowed through y...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Dr. Ioana Popa, you’ll discover: How to balance our conscious and unconscious brains. Common habit dilemmas that face Christian professionals and servant leaders. Why holistic habits are essential to achieve our highest potential. How to manage emotions and thoughts effectively to remain grounded in Christ. Ways to notice and prevent burnout before it ha...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Evelyn Taylor, you’ll discover: The beautiful, God-given role of seasons in our lives How to recognize that a season may be changing and prepare for it in advance The importance of support systems A shift in mindset What can be learned inside a tough season What to know as you’re going through a difficult season Dr. Evelyn Johnson-Taylor is the author of...

During this writing training interview with Marnie and guest Sue A. Fairchild, you’ll discover: What it means to write and market for God How to share with confidence and not promote yourself How to launch successfully What God has given already 3 tips to make faith-based marketing easier How to stay encouraged along the way Why must it be about God and not you How to think about the challenges Su...

During this social media & marketing training interview with Marnie and guest Patty Mason, you’ll discover: The key to building lasting success on Facebook Effective strategies you can use to genuinely connect with your audience How to make your audience into solid followers How to change & deal with approaches that didn’t work for you The importance of maintaining an active presence How t...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Becky Baudouin, you’ll discover: What vulnerability is and why it’s so powerful. How much of your story to share, what not to expose and why. How to steward your story to create a connection with your audience while protecting those you love (because all stories involve other people who are also important). How to responsibly share the most painful piece...

During this interview with Angie and guest Marnie Swedberg, you’ll discover: The power of praying Scripture in your daily life Marnie's favorite Scripture experiences and insights How to align your prayers with God’s Word Explore practical steps to deepen your prayer life through the Bible Encouragement for both beginners and seasoned believers The role of the Holy Spirit in guiding scriptural pra...

During this leadership training interview with Marnie and guest Kelly Taubert, you’ll discover: What to start with and it isn’t a plan How to build a team that shares your heart Why must you create moments that matter How to stay flexible How to promote in a way that works The glue that holds partnerships together What to aim for and it’s not perfection Why you should gather feedback and what to d...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Cynthia Billington, you’ll discover: How to lead like Jesus and why we must focus on this both inside and outside the church. 3 reasons why it can be hard to carry the mindset of Christ beyond the church walls. 3 ways to reset your emotional conversations to include the Holy Spirit, even in the marketplace. Tools for witnessing to develop through your le...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Anita Webster, you’ll discover: How to calm racing thoughts and stop anxiety from running your day. Quiet the inner critic to feel more confident and self-assured Enjoy the deep, peaceful sleep your body craves. Set boundaries without feeling guilty or selfish to protect your peace in relationships. Feel safe, stop people-pleasing and release the need to...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Rachel Kerr Schneider, you’ll discover: Why planning a book launch takes longer than you think it should or could. How to choose a venue or venues that are perfect for your launch. The value of a theme and how to narrow down the options. How to think through the timing of your book launch to schedule your party for the best possible results. Who to invit...

During this interview with Marnie Swedberg and guest Susan Neal, author of the new release, “How To Sell 1000 Books a Month,” you’ll discover: The most important marketing tactic a writer or author should do when they start their writing career (or now!) The most important thing to do immediately after book publication. How to build an ideal and powerful marketing plan based on your personality. #...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Julie Rebboah, you’ll discover: The Definition of Sacred Margin & Why It Matters Understanding Ministry Burnout & How to Prevent It Biblical Wisdom for Setting Boundaries How to Serve from Overflow, Not Obligation Strategies for Soul-Care without Selfishness Julie Rebboah is a Christian Mental Health & Wellness coach who equips Christian mini...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Lisa Peters, you’ll discover specific strategies to help you attract and equip brand ambassadors including: The hidden value of a team of brand ambassadors Exactly how to identify and attract ideal promoters What’s in it for them? (and why you’ve got to get this right) Your minimum viable engagement in order to sustain support Resources to develop and sh...

During this interview with Marnie and guest Debbie Roth, you’ll discover: What you must know about Jesus before you hit hard times. How to ask for help during times of trauma. The perspective shift that can carry you through the toughest times. Why praise needs to come before petition and how to build it into every prayer. The nine ways Jesus moves us from separation back into connection. Debbie R...