Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B , Jennie sits down with Tudor and Susie to share their remarkable second chance love story. From blended family challenges and rebuilding trust to discovering how faith, forgiveness, and serving others transformed their marriage, their journey is a powerful reminder that hope is never lost. You'll even hear how one unexpected dog help...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B , Jennie sits down with Dan and Jan to share their 28-year blended family love story. What began with a weekend blind date became a life built on faith, marriage after divorce, raising eight children, resilience, and choosing each other through every season. A powerful story of second chances, blended family love, and building a life...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Jennie and Bryan— the real-life inspiration for Kelly and Jake in As Sure as the Stars —look back on their favorite 80s memories, movies, and music while sharing what was real in the book and what was changed for the story. A heartfelt conversation about love, healing, and second chances. Takeaways:  • Meet the real Jake and Kelly be...

Summary In this roundup episode, Jennie reflects on the stories, faith, and timing that shaped this unforgettable journey. From a teenage love story in 1980s Alaska to a reconnection decades later, she shares the heart behind her book As Sure as the Stars —inspired by a song lyric that echoed her life long before she understood it. Through personal storytelling and reflections from this season’s g...

In this bonus episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, features a fun, fast-paced 80s music trivia showdown between two hosts competing to recall iconic song lyrics, artists, and pop culture moments. From Michael Jackson to Madonna and Prince, the game highlights nostalgic hits while delivering laughs, friendly competition, and surprising memory gaps. Perfect for music lovers, triv...

In this bonus episode, Tricia Goyer sits down with audiobook narrators Jim Rupert and Mackenzie Koppa , along with the real-life couple behind As Sure as the Stars , Jennie and Bryan . They share what it was like hearing their story brought to life, how the narrators created the characters, and the true events—including a missed phone call in 1989 and 32 years apart—that inspired the book. Takeawa...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, this conversation revolves around the themes of divine timing and the healing power of second chances. It explores the reconnection of Darice and Mitch after 30 years, highlighting the impact of their first phone call in 1989, a surprise message over thirty years later, the miracle of their connection, and the presence of divine inte...

This episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, the conversation explores the timeless connection between Darice and Mitch, who first met in 1989 and reconnected after decades apart. They share their initial meeting, the early days of their romance, the challenges of separation, and the misunderstandings that led to lost contact. The discussion highlights the power of fate, the impor...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, this conversation, Jennie explores the journey of love and friendship between Debbie and Jerry, high school sweethearts from Alaska who reconnect after decades apart. They share their experiences of teenage romance, the challenges of life, and the joy of rekindling their relationship. The discussion highlights the importance of perso...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Jennie takes us on a nostalgic journey back to 1985, exploring the intertwined love stories of Debbie and Jerry Fullmer, and how their past connections influenced her own relationship with Bryan. Through tales of high school dances, handwritten notes, and long-distance calls, the episode captures the essence of young love and the end...

As Sure as the Stars” — A Love Story Rewritten by Time In this episode of Second Chances, The Best Parts are on Side B, this tender, tear-tinged, and occasionally chuckle-worthy episode, Jennie K. Drollinger and Bryan Drollinger open up about their extraordinary reunion after decades apart — a love story that feels like it was penned by the stars themselves (with maybe a little help from divine ti...

In this Bonus episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Jennie and Bryan never expected to win America’s Favorite Couple 2025 —they almost didn’t enter. What followed surprised everyone. This episode explores how their story sparked community action, raised nearly $4 million for good causes, and became a reminder of the power of hope and second chances. Takeaways Sharing your story...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Jennie and Bryan’s continue their story, a heartfelt stroll down memory lane — with just enough detours to keep it interesting. After decades apart (and probably a few questionable hairstyles in between), they reunite in a moment that’s more than just romantic serendipity — it’s a soulful realignment. Their conversation is rich with...

Rekindling Lost Love: A Journey of Reconnection This episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, traces the winding emotional path of Bryan and Jennie Drollinger as they reconnect after decades apart — like rediscovering your favorite mixtape from the '80s, a little dusty but still playing all the right notes. They candidly reflect on love lost, misunderstandings that aged like milk,...

Lost and Found Love: A Promise as Sure as the Stars In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, take a step into a fairytale of real-life romance as we journey through the decades-spanning love story of Jennie and Bryan. From a magical 80's teen dance under the shimmering Alaskan skies to a sudden separation that seemed like the end, their youthful bond never truly faded. Fate...

The Nostalgic Journey of Long-Distance Love In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Part is on Side B, we rewind to the days when mixtapes were the ultimate love language and long-distance calls were a strategic sport. Jennie and Bryan's love story is a delightful romp through the analog era, where miscommunications were as common as cassette tape tangles. Fast forward 34 years, and these high...

High School Heartbeats: Bryan and Jennie's real life "Lost and Found " love story... In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, we explore second chances, healing, faith, forgiveness, and finding hope after life's unexpected turns as Jennie and Bryan are interviewed by Tricia Goyer, a USA Today ,Best Selling Author, as they revisit the story of how they first met. As teenager...