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A homestead isn't just a place where produce grows – little minds can grow here, too. Alicia from Providence Farmstead in Indiana shares with Megan on the podcast about how her family's journey in homesteading began and the many things happening on the homestead like growing food for her family's CSA (community supported agriculture), and how she utilizes the land to teach littles abou...

What we put on and in our bodies matter, so today's conversation starts off with a conversation about the importance of cleaner, better-for-you makeup! However, what's going on inside our bodies also matters, too, and Kate from Flourishing Lifeway joins Megan on the podcast to chat about all these things, including her heart for Christians to live lives that are flourishing and not merely...

Keith's life has been marked by both deep loss and incredible faith. As a teenager, he lost his sister in a tragic car accident. Years later, after a 12-year battle with breast cancer that began shortly after the birth of their triplets, he said goodbye to his wife. In this moving episode of Shine 180, Keith shares how God carried him through grief and how Shine. FM has been a source of encour...

Yes, even as you make bread, you can do it for the glory of God! Alexis from Knead for Christ Baking Co. in Franklin, Indiana talks with Megan about the science of sourdough, what it's like to run a microbakery (or cottage bakery), and her mission of pointing others to Jesus through her work of baking bread. Follow her on Instagram at kneadforChristbakingco or Facebook at Knead for Christ Baking C...

What are some helpful ways to naturally clean our homes? And why is it important to keep a home organized? Kate joins Megan in the studio to chat about some of the practices of her company Deep Clean Swedish Homemaking and some helpful tips for families as well. If you want to learn more about Kate's company or reach out, you can visit her website deepcleanhome.org or find her on Instagram at ...

Why are pollinators, like bees and butterflies, so important to the garden, and how do we encourage their presence? And why are native plants and wildflowers so important, instead of just buying what might look pretty at the store? Dr. Parry Kietzman, Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Olivet Nazarene University, and also co-director of the Olivet Biological Sanctuary,...

Parental Warning (PG13) Jackie grew up surrounded by abuse and drugs, and by 15, she was on her own, learning how to survive in a world that offered little safety. For years, she stayed away from drugs. But at 21, everything shifted. She was prescribed opioids by a doctor, someone she was also in a relationship with. When he was suddenly taken by the feds, the stability she thought she had disappe...

Leon and Lindsey wrap up season 3 and share a few special updates from the Center for Faith & Family.

Leon and Lindsey welcome Dan Lovaglia to share simple ways to apply faith in daily life. Each episode offers practical tips, real-life examples, and honest conversations about modeling values, handling challenges, and building meaningful routines at home. The goal is to help parents and kids take small, actionable steps to live out their faith together in everyday situations.

Lindsey along with guest co-host Brian McIntyre from Shine. FM welcome World Series MVP Ben Zobrist to share simple ways to apply faith in daily life. Each episode offers practical tips, real-life examples, and honest conversations about modeling values, handling challenges, and building meaningful routines at home. The goal is to help parents and kids take small, actionable steps to live out thei...

Did you know that American Idol alum and Shine. FM artist Danny Gokey and his wife Leyicet have a garden? And bees? And chickens? The Gokeys join Megan for the most fun conversation about their experiences doing these things at home and how some of these activities are currently making and going to make a community difference through their nonprofit and other ministry connections as well...like th...

Leon and Lindsey share simple ways to apply faith in daily life and especially the holidays. Each episode offers practical tips, real-life examples, and honest conversations about modeling values, handling challenges, and building meaningful routines at home. The goal is to help parents and kids take small, actionable steps to live out their faith together in everyday situations.

Katie grew up in a Christian home and is thankful for her rooted faith to help her face the trials that she has faced in her young adult life. Losing her mother at a young age, pushing through infertility, and then finally celebrating a full term pregnancy with a loss at the end has been heartbreaking, but God has shown up in ways unimaginable. Listen as she shares the goodness of God and how He i...

Leon and Lindsey are joined by guest Traci Smith to share simple ways to apply faith in daily life. Each episode offers practical tips, real-life examples, and honest conversations about modeling values, handling challenges, and building meaningful routines at home. The goal is to help parents and kids take small, actionable steps to live out their faith together in everyday situations.

The fruit and veggies that are planted in the garden won't grow without good soil. And there's a parallel there to our spiritual life. Fruit won't grow out of our hearts without a heart that is ready and willing to receive the Word. Michelle Akrami, author of " A Good Soil Life: Cultivating a Resilient and Whole Heart in a Hurried World, " joins Megan to talk about her book a...

Leon and Lindsey are joined by Traci Smith to share simple ways to apply faith in daily life. Each episode offers practical tips, real-life examples, and honest conversations about modeling values, handling challenges, and building meaningful routines at home. The goal is to help parents and kids take small, actionable steps to live out their faith together in everyday situations.

Leon and Lindsey are again joined by Kayla Smith to discuss what "Shalom at Home" looks like for parents who want to cultivate homes rooted in safety, peace, belonging, and worth. Through practical wisdom and honest encouragement, parents can find ways to create everyday rhythms where children feel secure, deeply loved, and truly at home.

One of the greatest responsibilities at home is to share your faith with your family. If you have children in your life, how do you pass your faith down to them? The Center for Faith and Family at Olivet Nazarene University exists to help parents and guardians do just that, and Leon and Lindsey from the organization (also co-hosts of the “Faith Together” podcast), join Megan in the studio to share...

Leon and Lindsey are again joined by Kayla Smith to discuss what "Shalom at Home" looks like for parents who want to cultivate homes rooted in safety, peace, belonging, and worth. Through practical wisdom and honest encouragement, parents can find ways to create everyday rhythms where children feel secure, deeply loved, and truly at home.

Born and raised in a Christian home, Hollie was rooted in Christ but not necessarily expecting the challenges ahead.  Listen as a young mom who loves her boys with her whole heart stands strong in her faith when the doctors discover her youngest has a rare disease (only 150 known and documented cases). The fear of the unknown tried to creep in, but Hollie and her husband KNOW the author of their f...

Leon and Lindsey welcome back Kayla Smith to discuss what "Shalom at Home" looks like for parents who want to cultivate homes rooted in safety, peace, belonging, and worth. Through practical wisdom and honest encouragement, parents can find ways to create everyday rhythms where children feel secure, deeply loved, and truly at home.

There is a world of supplements at the store, but what are some of these things that have big names? What are the best ones to take? Dan Chapman from Shine. FM Impact Partner Sunrise Health Foods and Redd Remedies joins Megan for the very first video podcast of The Home & The Maker and answers some questions about supplements and shares about the miraculous bodies God made for us!

Leon and Lindsey welcome guest Kayla Smith to discuss what "Shalom at Home" looks like for parents who want to cultivate homes rooted in safety, peace, belonging, and worth. Through practical wisdom and honest encouragement, parents can find ways to create everyday rhythms where children feel secure, deeply loved, and truly at home.

Leon and Lindsey welcome guest Antonio Marshall to discuss what "Shalom at Home" looks like for parents who want to cultivate homes rooted in safety, peace, belonging, and worth. Through practical wisdom and honest encouragement, parents can find ways to create everyday rhythms where children feel secure, deeply loved, and truly at home.

Leon and Lindsey kick off the next semester with updates for the Center for Faith & Family.