The Alli Worthington Show

My guest today, Sasha Shillcutt MD, is a dear friend, coaching client, and hero on the front lines during this global pandemic. Today, it's such an honor to share her story!  We spoke a few weeks before the Coronavirus hit the US and Sasha shared her incredible story of how burnout and overcommitment led her to make radical life changes and even start an organization to help others!  She talks abo...

Shaunti joins us to talk about how to protect your marriage in the middle of huge stressors.   “Couples stuck at home during this pandemic may feel alone -- with each other and their money worries. But it’s possible to leverage this crisis to permanently improve a relationship. Your marriage can come out stronger than ever before.”   About-  Shaunti Feldhahn  earned her graduate degree at Harvard...

Today, I'm joined by my wonderful friend Jen Fulwiler and she's sharing the jaw-dropping story of how she started pursuing her dreams of writing and of stand up comedy.  She shares so many lessons from her journey that will inspire us to fall in love with our bomb moments, find the gifts that truly set us aflame, and stop seeing our life-giving passions as "extra work." Jen is so bold and brave an...

How do you keep moving forward when the world seems to be caving in? How do you form habits for your future when everything seems so uncertain? How do you rise from adversity to strength? Friends, today's episode is powerful. It's the episode I recorded because it’s the episode I needed to hear.  I'm joined by one of my best friends, leadership expert, and a picture of strength- Jo Saxton. We get...

Dealing with disappointment and feeling upset with God through this crisis? Listen to this special mid-week conversation with Jarrett Stevens. I'm bringing together friends and experts to give us the encouragement and guidance we need during this pandemic. These are relaxed conversations designed to help us all right now.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! 

Is it possible to reclaim the abundant life, the un-distracted life, a life deeply rooted in God--without making drastic life changes? We are going to tackle that today and let me tell you--our guest is a legend and an inspiration!  Author, Speaker, and counselor John Eldridge pulls back the curtain and shares his struggle with burnout and digital distraction and the simple steps he implemented to...

This quarantine is serious and heavy--but my family is surviving with daily laughter. That's why I'm so thankful that my hilarious and FUN friend Melanie Shankle is on the show today. We recorded last month pre-pandemic, and I’m so happy to have a break to laugh with Melanie today!  We have a great time chatting about extreme hermit crab rescue and rehoming groups, snail mucus for our face, and ho...

We can try so hard to simplify our lives, but it never seems to last.  Why do we make things so complicated?  Today, I'm with one of my best friends and co-founder of Called Creatives, Lisa Whittle! We are celebrating the release of her new book Jesus Over Everything and how this really is so much more than just a book. It's so much bigger than cleaning out a closet or streamlining your schedule. ...

What if saints are more than historical figures with halos? What if discovering your identity as one of Christ’s saints could change everything? I never imagined I’d be interviewing the SON of one of my good friends for the podcast but today we are joined by the amazing Addison Bevere- the grown son of John and Lisa and now COO of Messenger International. Addison bucks our definition of the word “...

What if finding true sobriety is so much more than ditching our substances? In this powerful interview, my friend and brilliant author Seth Haines shares the heart wrenching story behind how he became an alcoholic after receiving his young son's terminal diagnosis, how he ultimately won his battle against addiction, and how he found true wholeness.  Seth also shares the heart behind his newest boo...

What if the breakthrough you are looking for isn't in having all the right answers--but in asking the right questions?  What is my procrastination telling me? Why am I afraid to succeed? Will you give yourself permission to make a change? Sometimes, sitting in a powerful question is the key to success beyond anything you've ever dreamed. Today, we are with a powerhouse woman who loves raising up o...

This may be the most important podcast I've ever aired. In this episode, David Kinnaman president of Barna Group and best selling author shares the results of thousands of hours or research and sheds light on why young people are leaving the church in a mass exodus. You’ll learn why kids are falling away from the faith and how you can parent in a way that builds faith in your kids. He'll also shar...

Today's guest is truly a STAR...A Food Network Star! We are with the winner of Season 5, Melissa D'Arabian and whether you are a foodie or not--this is a conversation you don't want to miss!  We talk about how she landed a spot on the reality show by creating the craziest food ever in her hot, Texas garage and how some hard experiences from her childhood set her on a mission to help those on a tig...

I'm with my wonderful friend Phil Waldrep, founder of The Women of Joy and Gridiron Conferences.  Phil shares his personal story of processing through a deep betrayal and what God has taught him over decades about bitterness and forgiveness. Phil is like your favorite, wise uncle who can gently teach us and encourage us at the same time--and I know this conversation is going to leave us forever be...

I'm with author and OG Blissdom friend Robin Dance! Robin bares all during our time together--including a season where she considered leaving the church and her faith, the trauma of losing her mom at 9, and how chronic people-pleasing left her feeling like a fake.  Robin's vulnerability and transparency in this episode will help us find the life-lines we need during times of doubt and how to let o...

I'm joined by Bible teacher, IF:Gathering Founder, and my good friend Jennie Allen. Jennie is going to share about a recent season that rocked her faith, left her full of questions, and doubting her call.  We talk about Jennie's new book "Get Out Of Your Head" and why she decided to start talking back to her midnight fears.  If you've ever wrestled with God and asked "Is this all true?"-- then Jen...

Do you feel called to write or speak? Over the past decade, I have received questions from hundreds of women who feel called but haven’t known where to start. This week, I have a special episode for you that lays it all out! I'm with my good friend Lisa Whittle to share our personal stories of how we built writing and speaking careers. We'll share common misconceptions, practical advice for gettin...

In this episode, I'm with the one and only Beth Moore. Beth needs no introduction as a trailblazing Bible teacher, author, and speaker-- but we will discuss her call to ministry as a young girl, the fire that keeps her going no matter the circumstances, and what Tuscany taught her about suffering, growth, and God.   In this episode we discuss: 1. How to know if you are actually called or if it's y...

Today I'm with my friend and brilliant Duke divinity professor, author, and TED Talk presenter Kate Bowler.  We talk honestly about suffering, terminal illness, and how Jesus fits into all of it. Kate will also talk about her fascinating and extensive research about the dynamics of women leading in the church.   In this episode we discuss: 1. Why most women in conservative denominations don't atte...

HAPPY almost 2020! We're looking to a new year, a new decade--and it's a great time for a fresh start. What if we all started off with less stress, more joy, greater purpose, and a lower chance of burnout? In this special episode, I'm sharing a free chapter from my book Breaking Busy! I'll share my personal story of how busy almost broke me...until I got (a literal) wakeup call....from my bra. We'...

Merry Christmas! As a special gift for you, today's episode is a free recording of Chapter 9 of my book Fierce Faith called "What If Things Fall Apart" ,all about the fear of the future.  The fear of the future can paralyze us, leave us imagining the worst, and keep us from pursuing our God-given purpose and dreams. Today, I share a lot of my personal story with fear as my family faced illness and...

Today, I'm with the brilliant Jeff Bethke to talk about why you may need to ditch the American dream, say "To With The Hustle", and find a way to be human again.  Jeff shares why his family decided to get off the conveyor belt of overachievement, restructure their family life, and take some leaps that were well worth it.   In this episode we discuss: 1. What Elsa and Arendell can teach us about ri...

One of my most popular guests is back: Beth McCord of Your Enneagram Coach! Today, we are talking about is the Enneagram and your marriage.  We'll chat about how to use the Enneagram for insight into your spouse's perspective, needs, and triggers as well as how to keep turning back to the gospel for our core needs.    In this episode we discuss: 1. How Christians should view the Enneagram. 2. The...

Today, we are with the brilliant women behind the podcast Risen Motherhood- Laura Wifler and Emily Jensen.   We chat about how potty training launched their blockbuster show that millions love, what it's like to balance work and raising small children, and how we can use comparison to point us to truth.   In this episode we discuss: 1. What it looks like when two different personalities and styles...

Today, I'm with one of my long-time and OG blogging friends Sarah Mae. Sarah Mae shares the powerful testimony of how she forgave her alcoholic mother, found healing in her own parenting and relationships, and how she found peace after her mother's death.   In this episode we discuss: 1. The moment she realized her cooking was terrible. 2. The hair removal product she literally carries with her ev...