Pivotal People

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! We sit down with author, podcaster, and executive coach Erin Cuccio to talk about purpose, legacy, and the surprising power of small, faithful steps. From a uniquely designed devotional journal to confidence-building coaching, we lean into the peace that comes from living on purpose. • the craft of clear, wise writing and wh...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Amanda Hope Haley makes biblical archaeology accessible and faith-affirming, showing how archaeological discoveries deepen our understanding of Scripture rather than disproving it. • Harvard-educated biblical archaeologist specializing in Iron Age history • Biblical archaeology contextualizes Scripture by helping modern read...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Caroline Beidler shares her deeply personal journey through trauma recovery and explains how unhealed wounds can travel through generations. She offers practical tools for becoming a "cycle breaker" and healing family patterns before they affect our children. • One in five women have experienced sexual assault in c...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! What if the greatest gift you could give your children isn't perfection, but authenticity? Mandy Arioto, CEO of MomCo (formerly MOPS), reveals a startling statistic: 93% of mothers feel pressured to be the perfect mom—yet none of us actually enjoy being around "perfect" people. This paradox sits at the heart o...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Brandon Robbins joins us to explore how understanding the historical context of Jesus' world transforms our reading of the Bible and enhances our experience of "The Chosen" series. As a pastor and YouTube creator with over 30 million views, Brandon brings fresh insights that make Scripture come alive in new wa...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! David Dingess shares his deeply personal journey of caring for his mother through her Alzheimer's diagnosis and the complex realities of elder care. This conversation explores how faith, compassion, and surrender became essential tools when confronted with circumstances beyond his control. • Recognizing early signs of A...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Charles Achampong shares his family's transformative experience taking a seven-month global sabbatical and the valuable life lessons they gained by stepping away from their structured lives. His book "Around the World in Family Days" captures not just their adventures across eight countries, but the profound i...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Clarissa Moll shares how her husband's tragic death in a hiking accident transformed her into a widow with four children and ultimately led to her calling helping others navigate grief and loss. • Author of books on grief including her newest children's book "Hope Comes to Stay" • One in five million chil...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Patrick Day shares his journey from Presbyterian pastor to military chaplain, revealing insights about mental health challenges in today's military and how faith impacts service members in unexpected ways. • Served 30 years as a Presbyterian pastor before recommissioning in the Georgia Army National Guard at an age past...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Justin and Tricia Davis share their powerful insights on how one choice can transform relationships and break harmful cycles that hold us back. • Founders of Refine Us Ministries, focused on rebuilding healthy marriages since 2012 • Authors of "One Choice Away from Change" and other relationship books • Transformat...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Mark Ellis, journalist and founder of God Reports, joins us to discuss his new book "When Kingdom Light Shines," a collection of 60 extraordinary testimonies that showcase God's supernatural intervention in modern lives. • Mark transitioned from commercial real estate to ministry and then to faith journalism a...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Author Rebecca George shares profound insights about her book "You're Not Too Late" which explores finding joy amid unfulfilled longings and learning to trust God's timing in our hurry-up world. • Rebecca is an author, podcaster, and pastor's wife living near the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee • Her bo...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Author, speaker and podcaster Laura Smith is back on the podcast--one of my favorite people and a wonderful writer of GREAT books!  She joins us for a compelling conversation about her fourteenth book, "Brave Woman, Mighty God," which explores the stories of 30 women in the Bible and the courage they displayed in b...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Jen Thompson joins the podcast to discuss her new book "Return to Jesus" and shares how we can find Jesus in every beautiful, stressful, or tedious moment of our daily lives. Her warm wisdom and authentic storytelling offer practical ways to abide with Christ amidst life's chaos. • Jen introduces her family li...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Rachel Taylor, registered nurse and childbirth educator, joins us to discuss her book "After Baby Comes" which bridges the gap between healthcare models and mothers' needs during the critical "fourth trimester." Her practical guidance serves as an essential resource not just for new parents but for a...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Mary Marantz joins us to share insights from her new book "Underestimated: The Surprisingly Simple Shift to Quit Playing Small, Name the Fear, and Move Forward, " revealing how we can overcome the invisible barriers that keep us from reaching our full potential. Mary is a Yale Law School graduate and the first in h...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! What if embracing imperfection is the key to a truly fulfilling marriage? Join us on the Pivotal People podcast as we host the insightful Jill Savage, who shares her  secrets to experiencing genuine relationships through her new book, "No More Perfect Marriages: Experience the Freedom of Being Real Together." J ill...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Kurt Avery, author of the book "Sawyer Think: How a Small Company Disrupts Markets and Changes the World" and Founder and CEO of Sawyer Products, shares his extraordinary journey from the humble beginnings of his Sawyer Products to their monumental impact on the world. His bold entrepreneurial strategies, faith, pe...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! What if the legacy of your faith journey could inspire generations to come? Meet Dan Jacobsen, a fifth-generation pastor, as he shares his remarkable story of transformation and grace on the Pivotal People podcast. From growing up in a deeply religious family to discovering the gospel at 16, Dan's path is one of profoun...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Join us for an inspiring conversation with Justin Kendrick, founder of Vox Church and the author of the USA Today bestselling book "How to Quiet a Hurricane: Strategies for Christian Endurance in the Midst of Life’s Storms." This practical guide to reigniting faith helps all of us who feel stuck in our faith journe...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Author, educator, speaker and counselor Brenda Yoder shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to a mental health counselor on this episode of Pivotal People. Brenda's new book, "Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life" is thought-provoking and inspiring. She guides readers in understanding...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Join us for a great conversation with Jack Mooring, founding pastor of Celebration of Life Church and former band member of the Grammy-nominated group Leland. Learn about Jack's transformative journey from the music stage to the pulpit, and his latest book, "Portrait of God: Rediscovering the Attributes of God Thro...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Meet Vince Miller: Author, speaker and bible study author for men. Vince's website Be Resolute ( beresolute.org ) is the largest online library of men's bible study resources and is a wealth of useful studies for every format and topic. In this episode, we discuss the new study "Forging Godly Men" which I...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Shari Braendel, founder of Style by Color, inspires women to new levels of confidence through her digital products, style programs, and YouTube channel. As the author of *Help Me, Jesus, I Have Nothing to Wear*, and creator of the Color Code System and Closet Outfit Planner, Shari has been featured on ABC News, Focus on the...

Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend! Lisa Steven is the author of A Place To Belong , a book that shares the miracle of Hope House while encouraging women in their leadership journey. A former teen mom, Lisa is committed to empowering teen moms in her community and across the world. Lisa  has more than 28 years of experience working with teen moms. In 2003, she...