Relevate Podcast

It's easy to get comfortable living in "the rut". Day to day life can be exhausting at times and often seem monotonous.  Steven Hartsock and Ron Barnes have found a way to break through that proverbial rut with a simple recipe of loving and serving others.  In this fun and inspiring conversation, may you, too, find a way to use your unique gifts in service to others.   To learn more about Socks Lo...

So much of how we view and perceive the world starts with our own personal mindset. But culture--and especially the news media--wants us to focus on what's wrong instead of what's right. I encourage you to switch off those streams of negativity and instead, choose a life of service and love to other people.   My guest on this episode embodies these principles of faith, hope and love and is also a...

"What's important is not the world you're looking at, but the lens through which you're looking at that world."      - Hassan Boyle Hassan Boyle has made it his life's mission to study and understand the Bible and then impart that knowledge to other people. He's recently launched a new ministry called Bible Optics with the purpose to teach and engage people in the word of God.  Rena sat down with...

Jim Owen is a voice in the wilderness, espousing the virtues of cowboys and now fitness, with a passion that is purely contagious.  If you live in Wyoming, which I did for 11 years, you are probably aware of his work which inspired the Code of the West, the official code of ethics for the state of Wyoming.   Wouldn't you agree that we all need positive role models in life, no matter our age? In th...

Karen White is a New York Times bestselling author of 25 books. Besides being incredibly gifted, she's funny and oh so wise. She's also a very good friend of mine. In this episode, Karen shares more about her Southern roots and her writing. If you're one of her readers, I know you'll love this conversation. For those not familiar with her work, pick up a Karen White novel...I promise, you won't be...

What mask are you hiding behind?  Is your identity too closely bound to your career...does your satisfaction come from the pursuit of stuff and more stuff...does your carefully guarded public persona melt away within the confines of your own home...are you fearful that your habit has turned into an addiction?  In this powerful episode, Jim Shambo shares more about his journey to becoming "unmasked...

Can the pursuit of big dreams keep us from what matters most in life?  In this episode, Chad Bird and I discuss what this means and how one good choice can make all the difference in the world in getting us back on track and focused on what matters most.  Topics discussed in this episode:  faith, life lessons for men, adultery, regeneration of a family, career choice and parenting. Please subscrib...

We all live in victory at times.  We also live in defeat.  Victoria Ray shares her story of addiction, recovery, family, hope, defeat and victory on this issue of the Relevate Podcast.  Listen, share and be inspired.  Special thanks to The Connection, an addiction recovery support center in Forsyth County, Georgia for allowing us the privilege of recording at their facility. Subscribe to Victoria'...

Religion is a deeply personal and often controversial topic that many people choose to avoid altogether.  I contend, however, that it has the ability to transform your life in ways you can only begin to imagine. Listen to this highly personal and informative conversation with life coach Vikki Fraker on how she found Jesus when she had nothing left to give.  And how she discovered that when you tre...

Heather has that rare combination of beauty, wit and wisdom. In this episode, she candidly shares her life-long struggle with mental illness and the enemy that threatens her life. This is a sometimes serious and raw discussion of one woman's life-long battle with suicide, which began when she was eight years old. By openly sharing her story, she hopes to provide insight, save lives and help other...

The act of forgiveness has the power to transform your life. Whether the hurt was inflicted on you or perhaps you hurt someone else, freedom is possible. Rena dives deep with Forgiveness Coach Mark Goodman to discuss this sensitive and highly emotional topic.   Resources mentioned in this podcast: The non-profit organization founded by Mark to help people seeking forgiveness:   https://www.70x7.or...

Addiction and overdose deaths are at crisis levels in the U.S. While the statistics are alarming--over 70,000 people died in 2017, more than homicide and car accidents combined--people do recover. Listen to one man's honest and sometimes painful story of family, addiction, recovery and hope.   Resources mentioned in this podcast: Bradley's baptism video--don't miss it! http://northpoint.org/adults...

Faith is a deeply personal matter.  It has the potential to bring true life transformation to those who are struggling or feel something is missing in life. Rena chats with The Belle of All Things Southern, Shellie Rushing Tomlinson, as the two dive deep to answer the question, "Why Jesus"? Learn more about today's guest: belleofallthingssouthern.com

Be free to live your best life. The Relevate Podcast with Rena Olsen can help set you on a path to greater purpose and life fulfillment.