Music for the Soul Podcast

In this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, we are very blessed to sit down with author, advocate, and survivor  Angela Williams for an honest conversation about childhood sexual abuse, survivor advocacy, and the urgent need to protect vulnerable children. Drawing from her own experiences as a survivor, Angela shares how finding her voice became a catalyst for helping others find theirs, of...

In this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, we welcome  Pamela Alderman , founder of Healing in Arts , to share how art became both a lifeline in her own healing journey and a ministry to survivors of trauma around the world. Pamela opens up about the loneliness and pain she experienced as a child after her parents' divorce, the eating disorder she developed while trying to cope, and how re...

In this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, Author Sharon Jaynes joins us to share how God can transform even the most painful chapters of our story into something meaningful. Drawing from her own upbringing in a home filled with conflict, fear, and brokenness, Sharon offers both personal insight and practical tools for moving forward even in moments where the story of our life seems so gri...

In this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast , we are so blessed to sit down with author, speaker, and mentor Dawn Damon for a deeply honest conversation about healing after childhood sexual abuse. Dawn shares parts of her personal story and the journey that led her from silence and trauma to a life of encouragement, leadership, and ministry. Dawn explains how healing often requires actively...

In this episode of Music for the Soul , we welcome writer and caregiver Richard Peterson to share his experience walking alongside his wife Elizabeth through her journey with multiple sclerosis. Together, they explore the emotional and spiritual tension that often accompanies long-term caregiving — the sense that illness can feel like an unwelcome intruder that suddenly rewrites the rules of every...

In this episode of Music for the Soul , Becky and Steve welcome Reverend Dr. Russell Mauldin — a songwriter, pastor, counselor, and longtime creative whose life bridges music, ministry, and deep pastoral care. Russell shares his journey from decades in Nashville songwriting and producing to stepping into a new calling as a shepherd for creatives, counselors, and the weary. Through stories of silen...

In this episode of Music for the Soul , we welcome back Dove Award winning songwriterTony Wood to discuss his latest book, Manger Throne , a Christmas devotional shaped by 28 original songs written over the span of his career. Tony shares how music, prayer, and storytelling can open the door to hope—especially during a season that often holds both celebration and sorrow side by side. Tony's conver...

On this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast , Becky and Steve welcome nonprofit fundraising expert Vic Pooler to discuss the heart and practice of giving. As we enter the holiday season, Vic, Becky and Steve explore why generosity is so essential—both for the healing work of ministries and for the donors who want their resources to make a meaningful impact. Vic shares wisdom from over 35 yea...

In this episode of Music for the Soul Podcast , we are so excited to welcome Julie Reuschel, founder of Faith45, a ministry dedicated to supporting families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. Julie shares her personal journey of faith, grief, and resilience, including the loss of her daughter Faith, who lived for just 45 minutes before passing. Julie explains how these experiences i...

  Adoption is one of the most selfless and loving acts a parent can do for a foster child. However, there are a lot of complicated emotions that surround children who are adopted that can be difficult to navigate. That is why we are so blessed to welcome Dr. Ron Nydam to this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Dr. Nydam is a Christian counselor and seminary professor who has served as a pa...

On this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, we're delighted to explore a heartfelt new collaboration between Phillip Keveren and Steve Siler: Candle & Compass: Songs for Sanctuary. Phillip and Steve delve into the inspiration and purpose behind this deeply prayerful collection, their influences in getting started in their music careers, and how the project evolved organically rather...

Being a single parent creates unique challenges and struggles that are invisible to most people. So how do you walk through life as a single parent, especially if the relationship with the former spouse is strained?   We are so blessed to welcome Singer/ Songwriter Andra Moran to this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Andra shares her story of walking through a difficult divorce while per...

"What started out as a simple trip home from the beach ended in a five-car pileup started by an uninsured, inattentive driver while we sat waiting at a red light." This is the start of a story of brokeness, healing, and restoration from our guest, author Carmen Leal. On today's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, Carmen shares with us how she healed from the emotional heartbreak and physica...

We have spoken before on Music for the Soul the amount of physical, emotional, and spiritual trauma abortion can inflict. Today we are so blessed to welcome Founder and President of SaveOne, Sheila Harper, to this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast.    Sheila shares her story of having an abortion when she was just 19 years old and how traumatic the decision was for her. Over the course of...

On this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast, we are starting a new series where we want to hear from you! We are looking for listeners who have been deeply impacted by music in their lives and would like to come on the show to share those stories with out listeners.   Steve Siler shares his story of how music transformed his life and how a piece he originally wrote for a friend about...

  Miscarriage is a tragedy that strikes many expecting mother's every year. However, one area that can often times go overlooked is the impact it has on the fathers. That is why we are so blessed to welcome singer-songwriter Brian Parker to this heartfelt episode of  Music for the Soul.     Brian opens up about his personal journey through grief after experiencing a miscarriage as a husband. He sh...

God hides a teasure inside every affliction. These powerful words come from a guest we are honored to have on this episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast.    Susan Piper joins us to share her story of how, guitar in hand, she walked into the Cleveland bars at 15 years old in pursuit of stardom. A couple of decades later, Jesus decided that was long enough and pulled her out again with His might...

  We have discussed trauma on many episodes of the Music for the Soul Podcast. However, today's discussion really digs down to the root of trauma and what recovery, support and healing look like for victims struggling with big T and little t trauma.    Our guest on today's episode is licensed professional counselor, EMDR trauma Therapist and author Lisa Saruga, as she speaks on different points fr...

As we close out 2024, Music for the Soul reflects on the extraordinary guests who've graced our podcast this year. In this week's special episode, we revisit some of our most memorable moments with living legends of the music industry—Gloria Gaither, Larnell Harris, and Bob Farrell. Steve and Becky share what made these conversations truly special, as they explore the heartfelt stories and life-ch...

The holidays are often a time spent with family, friends, and festive traditions. Yet for many, this season can also bring feelings of stress, sadness, or loneliness. In this episode, we are honored to welcome Sue Foster, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to help us navigate these complex emotions. Sue dives into common challenges people face during the holidays—whether it's tension within...

We've spoken a lot about anxiety and stress on the last few episodes of the Music for the Soul Podcast. They both can be debilitating and raise a lot of "what if" questions in our lives. However, what would happen if we started asking "what if this is God's best for my life?"   We are so blessed to welcome vocalist Ally Jackson to this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. We had the p...

Stress can play a large role in musicians lives. From expectations of how they will perform during events to personal anxiety about venues or songs, how can we find calm and peace when creating and performing music. Well we are so blessed to welcome Jeniffer Roig-Francoli to this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast.   Jennifer is an award-winning violinist who has performed on some of...

This week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast is one that is very near to all of us at Music for the Soul. Founder Steve Siler shares his story about the creation of the song Whole in the Sight of God and the new music video to accompany it. Steve talks about going to get a routine ultrasound on his wife in 1994 and being told by the nurse that their son would be born with Spina Bifida. Sp...

Welcome back to the second part of our two part discussion on Music for the Soul's newest project, What Hope Says. This week, Steve Siler, Scott Krippayne and Tony Wood discuss the second half of the album including the songs Tell Yourself the Truth , Taking Care of Me , Hope Says There's a Way , Merciful Jesus , Anyway , and Imagine God's Best . Steve shares that each of these songs serve to prov...

We are very excited to bring you this episode today with guests Scott Krippayne, Tony Wood, and our own Steve Siler as they discuss the creation and release of Music for the Soul's latest project, What Hope Says . The team talks about how What Hope Says was conceptualized, and that after years of discussion with therapists, the number one issue most people encounter or experience in their day to d...