Marnie's Friends Talk Radio

Sold to the Highest Bidder. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Lisa Miller about her life story and book, “Sold to the Highest Bidder,” you’ll discover: 1.  How to muster the courage to tell your story – even if it’s a painful one. 2.  Why your story of redemption needs to be told. 3.  Exposing Evil: Why difficult topics need to be spoken and written about. 4.  Putting it on paper: Outli...

During this hour with Marnie & Guest, Debbie Ormonde, you'll discover how to: respond to those impacted by crime, incarceration, and povertybring hope to seemingly hopeless situationsovercome crushing circumstancesimprove interpersonal relationshipsbuild team unitycommunicate with people outside your typical sphere of influencelead like Jesus--servant leadershipget free from bondagestep out of...

During this hour with Marnie and Sharon Wilharm you'll discover the stories behind these truthes:  When God closes a door, He doesn’t want us sneaking through windowsWhen God calls us to do something, He doesn’t always mean for us to do it immediately. God is the master of “out of the box” thinking. What a blessing it is that God doesn't limit Himself to our puny prayers. When God calls us to Goli...

During this hour with Marnie and guest, Michele Medlock Adams, you'll discover: An easy way to break into the children’s book marketHow to promote your books all year longThe secret to selling over 4 million booksThe importance of finding a new way to share a tired topicHow to overcome fear and step out of your comfort zone and write in a category/genre you’ve never written beforeThe importance of...

During this hour with Marnie and RJ Jackson, you’ll discover: How to view yourself from God’s perspective. The one truth that will set you free from fear. How to keep up your courage. What it takes to take a risk. How to avoid letting your painful experiences make you bitter. How to press past your pain. How to trust God to reposition your journey. Why where you live life matters. How to embrace t...

Secret Strategies from a Career Writer. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Cindi McMenamin, you’ll discover: What a successful writing career might look like (even if you never become a best seller).The 5 common myths about writing books. The types of writing that can financially sustain a person full time. The top 3 indicators that someone is ready to write as a career. The 3 biggest ch...

During this hour with Marnie and guest, Michelle Rooney, you'll discover: What to do when “Reality Bites.” The art of bouncing backThe gift of bouncing backHow to face “sucker punch” situationsA model's insider strategies for dealing with imperfection and rejectionHow to break out of the solitary confinement of the soul. Stories that prove God still heals today, and how to think about your needs....

During this hour with Marnie, you’ll discover strategic insights from fashion expert, Lynnae Bussel about: The roll of your unique body shape. Why colors count and the secret you’d never guess. How to accessorize like a pro. Feet fashion faux paus and what to do instead. How to look great without breaking the bank. The litmus test for a truly great hairstyle. A few simple rules about your hands. W...

Dive in with us as we discover the joy of the Lord! Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again, "Rejoice!" Phil 4:4He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it. Phil 1:6For me to live is Christ and to die is gain. Phil 1:21Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Phil 1:27Do everything without grumbling or arguing. Phil 2:14In humilit...

Tune in as Cec shares the backstories behind 10 of his favorite life-transforming perspectives: 1.Today I have time to do everything I need to do today. 2. The greatest privilege I have in this life is to be exactly who I am. 3. The messes in life are my best teachers. I don't like them, but I need them. 4. No one else can define my success. I get to choose my own definition 5. I'd rather be disli...

Presentations: Boring to Brilliant. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Buife Nomeh, you’ll discover: The importance of your “root” and how to identify yours. How and why to respond to people’s calls for help. How to develop strong content. The key to creating a simple structure. The value of intense preparation and how best to invest your time. Introduction to “Story Vaults.”The Burning...

ANTHOLOGIES: How to Write One, Pitch to One or Enjoy This Genre. Being part of an anthology is the hands-down, easiest way to become a published author. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Elizabeth Clamon, you’ll discover: The best reason to be part of anthology. The most important part of the project (and one most authors don’t think about until it’s too late).3 often overlooked benefit...

During this interview with Marnie and guest, Marilyn L. Donnellan, author of “Ten Keys to Effective Leadership: A Guidebook for Women of Faith,” you’ll discover: The 10 proven strategies or keys for improving your leadership. The most important leadership strategy. Why an avoidance of promotion may be false humility. The most difficult aspect of leadership for women of faith. The single biggest mi...

During this interview with Marnie and guest, Barb Roose, author of the newly released book, Breakthrough: Finding Freedom in Christ (A Study in Galatians), you’ll discover: Break free from legalism and performance-based acceptance. Stop trying to measure up and embrace God’s grace. Distinguish between lies and truth. Discover that you cannot mess up God’s love for you. Cultivate and celebrate spir...

Stronger Than You Think! During this interview with Marnie and guest, Karolyn Smith, you’ll discover: The difference between Holy Spirit inspired “self-control” and will powered “self-control.”What it means for a Christian woman to “Self Elevate” and why God is interested in us taking care of our “selves.”The 3 “Self Elevations” and why focusing on Spiritual Wellness is the most important. Why liv...

How to Increase the Influence of Your Blog. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Suellen Estes, you’ll discover: Why NOW is the time to start or grow your blog, and how to find available platforms. The most important thing in successful blogging. The biggest mistake new bloggers make, and how to reverse it if you’re doing it. How to see your blog as a coherent step-by-step path forward for...

During this interview with Marnie and Laine Lawson Craft, author of the “Enjoy Today Own Tomorrow Journal,” you’ll discover: How to connect with God anytime, anywhere to increase your joy. Why faith needs frequent reactivation, and how to do it daily. The most important key to turning your hurts into healing. How to overcome discouragement. How to experience God in both your heart and your head. T...

Divine Conversations: Experience a Powerful Relationship with God. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Kathy Schwanke, you’ll discover: How to set the stage for an intimate relationship with God. The fastest way to go deeper (listen).The power of journaling and some tips. Why and how to use your Bible during prayer times. A strategy for releasing power. Speaker, author, Bible study leader...

You Are Chosen for Such a Time as 2021. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Lisa Spivey, you’ll discover: The key to seeing your future as God sees it. Why and how to make the commitment to move forward from here. How to get yourself going using Lisa’s S.T.A.R.T. acronym. Stay in God’s Word. Trust God. Align yourself with His promises. Remember what God’s brought you through. Take it one...

Finding Joy In A Messy Life: Living with & Loving a Depressed Husband. During this interview with Marnie and guest, Carole Leathem, you’ll discover: The one foundational truth that will never let you down.5 keys to staying sane while living with insanity. The most important mindset for making it through the roughest seasons.3 verses to keep in your purse (and on your heart).The most shockingly...

Required Retreats: How To Maximize Times of Forced Quarantine with Marnie and guest, Peg Arnold. Why you should trade the realities of quarantine, isolation and separation for the God-honoring perspective of a God-ordained retreat to renew and refresh your soul. The challenges of required retreats and how to reframe each crisis into an opportunity. The mental shift you can make that changes everyt...

How To Host A Hybrid Conference with Marnie and guest, Kathy Bruins.  What a hybrid conference is and why you need to consider one. The #1 strategy to survive and thrive through the planning, live and follow-up stages. (3a) The document you must have in hand to ensure your event meets your God-given goals. (1+2) Key factors in selecting a venue. (3b) The 2 words you will use over and over when fin...

Support for Women Caregivers. During this interview with Marnie and guest and author, Nancy Poland, you’ll discover: 3 surprising insights Nancy learned while caring for her father. The role of faith, and one of her favorite God-sightings. Why she wrote the book, “Dancing with Lewy” – the story of her father, Lee’s, life with Lewy Body Dementia, and the project she’s working on now. Nancy Poland i...

Train to Reign: Living Your True Identity with Victory & Authority. During this session with Marnie and guest, Holly LaChappell, you’ll discover: Why DIY behavior modification doesn’t work and what to do about it. The most important aspect of your relationship with Jesus—and it’s not about performance. How to be a life catcher and a life giver, and the #1 reason you must act now. Your own Suff...

Communication Strategies for Speakers. During this hour with Marnie and guest, Jill Richardson, about ​Communication Strategies for Speakers, you’ll discover:  How to lock in the longevity and relevance of your ministry and messages. [Keep changing: I’ve been speaking for 25 years, and if I’d never changed my style, I wouldn’t be doing it anymore.]Communication strategies for a sound bite world. I...