Oh My Word with Katie

'Reader's Digest Condensed' Show Notes Katie welcomes Every Moment Holy creator Doug McKelvey to discuss the surprising story behind one of the most beloved Christian book series of the past decade. Doug shares how a simple prayer written to help him focus on writing fiction eventually became Every Moment Holy , why Christians from many traditions have embraced written liturgies, an...

' Reader's Digest Condensed' Show Notes Katie welcomes author, teacher, and Close Reads co-host Heidi White to discuss her book The Divided Soul: Duty and Desire in Literature and in Life. Together they explore why the tension between what we "ought" to do and what we "want" to do lies at the heart of both great literature and everyday Christian life. Heidi share...

The ‘Reader’s Digest Condensed’ show notes Katie welcomes Mississippi singer-songwriter and author Matthew Clark to discuss The Well Trilogy — a sweeping project of albums and companion essay collections inspired by the woman at the well, faithfulness in exile, and the hope of Christ’s return. Together they explore Tolkien, creativity, grief, collaboration, The Rabbit Room, and why paying loving a...

The 'Reader’s Digest Condensed' show notes Katie welcomes historical fiction author Jamie Ogle to discuss Daughter of the Rebellion , her new novel set in the final days of the Western Roman Empire. Together they explore the fascinating history behind the Visigoths and gladiators, the stories that shaped Jamie’s faith and imagination, and how themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the sanc...

The 'Reader’s Digest Condensed' show notes Katie welcomes Mississippi author Sherye Green to discuss a lifetime of storytelling — from teaching history and writing nonfiction on topics like World War II and veteran suicide, to completing her fiction trilogy, The Timothy House Chronicles. Together, they explore how faith shapes storytelling, what it looks like to write through hardship, a...

The “Reader’s Digest Condensed” show notes Katie opens by exploring how the gospel shows up in The Dark Knight Rises , then welcomes Alan Noble to discuss his new book To Live Well: Practical Wisdom for Moving Through Chaotic Times . Together, they unpack what it means to pursue virtue in everyday life — not as self-improvement, but as a way of glorifying God in a confusing world. Unabridged show...

The ‘Reader’s Digest Condensed’ show notes Katie opens with a reflection on how "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" mirrors a famous Bible passage, then welcomes voice actor and creator Jake Phillips (aka “The Cultured Bumpkin”) to discuss Southern-accented readings of classic literature, how great books can point people to scripture, and why real human voices matter in an AI-d...

The 'Reader’s Digest Condensed' show notes Katie welcomes author and literature professor Karen Swallow Prior to discuss what it means to “read well,” why classic literature is worth the effort, and how great books shape our character. Unabridged show notes On this episode, Katie is joined by author, speaker, and literature professor Karen Swallow Prior, whose book On Reading Well: Findi...

The 'Reader’s Digest Condensed' show notes Katie welcomes cozy gothic fantasy novelist Christina Baehr to discuss dragons, classic lit inspiration (from Jane Austen to "Jane Eyre" and more), and the surprising story of writing a novel on her phone while raising 9 children.  Unabridged show notes Topics in this episode: Christian fantasy, Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey, cozy goth...

The 'Reader's Digest Condensed' show notes: Katie welcomes bestselling Christian novelist T.I. Lowe to discuss addiction, second chances, and slow, messy transformation in her new Christian novel, South of Somewhere (releasing March 10).  Unabridged show notes: On this episode, we talk about Christian fiction, addiction recovery, and walking through a “thorn” season with biblical ho...

Authors Lynette Eason & Dani Pettrey discuss their new novella collection, “Whiteout,” involving an avalanche, stalkers, and romance (not with the stalkers). Plus, how they've gotten book titles from grandkids and AI, and Katie's step-by-step guide for how to tell if Tolkien is your jam.  Buy "Whiteout" now: https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9780764245978_whiteout C...

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Katie chats with Toni Shiloh, author of “Hearts On the Fly,” a hockey-themed romance complete with a blind date (in more ways than one), family drama, and redemption. Plus, Katie and Toni talk Jane Austen, K-dramas, and how an author can learn life lessons right along with her characters. Order "Hearts On the Fly": https://tonishiloh.com/hearts-on-the-fl...

Author Sarah Sundin shares about her latest WWII novel, "Mists Over the Channel Islands" - plus, how her grandfather and great-uncle used storytelling to cope after the war, and how she went from full-time mom to full-time author.  Order Sarah Sundin’s “Mists Over the Channel Islands”: https://www.sarahsundin.com/books/mists-over-the-channel-islands/  Connect with Sarah on Facebook @Sara...

Author Heather Kaufman shares how her upcoming biblical fiction book, "On Living Stone: Salome's Story," challenged her (and gave her all the feels) as a mom - plus, the story behind her "Women of the Way" series, and the book that impacted her the most as a young reader. - Preorder Heather Kaufman’s “On Living Stone: Salome’s Story” at https://www.hmkstories.com/onlivings...

Want to transform your Bible-reading journey this year? Listen as Dr. Ben Gladd, co-editor of the Connecting Scripture New Testament, discusses how the Bible is one big story, how many *thousands* of times the New Testament references the old - and how reading the Bible can make us better readers in general. Order the Connecting Scripture New Testament: https://us.amazon.com/Connecting-Single-Colu...

It's the Season 4 finale, and what better way to end than with the UNCUT version of the most downloaded episode of the season! Getting a full ride to the University of Oxford was amazing - then she discovered Jesus. Listen as author and literature professor Dr. Carolyn Weber shares her journey from agnostic to Christian and what she learned along the way.

Starting New Year’s Day 2026, “Oh My Word with Katie” will focus on interviewing Christian writers, providing amazing book recommendations, and marveling at all the ways God shows up in words and stories. I plan to cover Christian romance, study Bibles, and everything in between. Take a listen and get excited! Follow OMW on Instagram , on Facebook , and on YouTube . 

Author and speaker Scarlet Hiltibidal had already been through a lot when she decided to write her latest book, "Hopeful-ish" - then she found out she was unexpectedly pregnant, and her mom's cancer returned. Listen as Scarlet shares how Jesus has met her with hope during life's hard and beautiful seasons.  Hear Scarlet speak LIVE in Madison, Mississippi, December 9, 2025: http...

In 2023, Barbie Bassett was fired from her job at a local news station for unknowingly using inappropriate phrases on air. The scandal went viral around the world as Barbie endured severe online backlash - including from fellow Christians. Watch as she shares about going to counseling for the first time, how the past two years have affected her family, and how God has sustained her. 

Proof that God often uses the “worst” events in our lives to shape our future purpose, Josh Woodward shares about his dad almost dying of Marfan syndrome, his own Marfan’s diagnosis, and why he almost became a doctor “out of spite” - but found a better path instead.  For more information on Mississippi ABLE - the program Josh runs that allows Mississippians with disabilities to save money without...

What are the hopes, dreams, and fears of today’s college freshmen? Katie talked with Emma LeRoy, a Mississippi Christian Living scholarship winner and college freshman at Lee University, to find out what makes her excited about college, what she was dreading at the time of this recording, and why she can trust the Lord with all of it - plus, her encouragement for her peers! 

What do you do when your life implodes? Listen as Lauren Egger shares how God revived her marriage, her mission, and her faith after she and her husband hit rock bottom. Trigger warning: Two separate mentions of suicidality. No specific methods or details are discussed. 

How do you navigate college while making quality friendships, caring for your mental health, and figuring out what your next chapter looks like? Counselor Kristin Odom shares her own experience, plus encouragement for young people and those who want to love them well. 

Amy Ramsey is a firecracker: a high-energy, high-performance coach who lights up big rooms with her voice. But in her own words, this is the *healed* version of her. Listen as Amy shares how she went from abuse and shame to boldness and freedom in Christ.

Is your job just what you do, or is it your identity? Listen as former model Jamie Webster shares how she went from preacher’s daughter to owning a modeling agency in Mississippi - and how her focus has shifted as she’s found her true identity in Christ.