The Collected Podcast

Gary Thomas is a writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas. He is the author of 19 books, including Sacred Marriage (Over 1 MILLION copies sold!), Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winni...

This week on the show we are excited to welcome Nathan Ring, an Area Developer for Clean Juice! Nathan loves to radiate positive energy throughout any environment in which you may find him... and the podcast was no exception! Get exclusive access to even more inspiring and helpful content by becoming a patron! Find us on Patreon at  patreon.com/thecollectedpodcast . The Collected Podcast is sponso...

This week on the show is Melanie Shankle! Melanie writes regularly at The Big Mama blog and is the New York Times bestselling author of six books, including On the Bright Side (Zondervan) and Piper & Mabel (Zonderkidz). Melanie is a graduate of Texas A&M and loves writing, shopping at Target, checking to see what’s on sale at Anthropologie and trying to find the lighter side in every situa...

Meredith McDaniel is a licensed professional counselor and owner of her private practice Milk + Honey. A graduate of Gordon- Conwell Theological Seminary, she has also served on staff with Young Life and as the Lead Counselor with Inheritance of Hope. Her new book In Want + Plenty asks us to delve deeper into our own personal story through guided narrative journaling, honest consideration, and ref...

Rebecca Bender, CEO & Founder, RBI, Survivor Leader and Author of  In Pursuit of Love , Rebecca thought she found her fairytale when she moved to Las Vegas with her boyfriend. But her dream became her nightmare when her boyfriend became her pimp at the age of 19. Trapped in a life of chaos, coerced into prostitution, abused and controlled by her trafficker, Rebecca was forced into sex traffick...

Kellee Stall is the founder and Artistic Director of Inhabit Theater Company. Since 2009, Inhabit has been creating and performing immersive theater. Plays are written with an actor’s and musician’s talent in mind then performed in sight specific locations. Prior to moving to Charlotte from Chicagoland in 2018, Kellee was a guest director for both professional theaters and local Universities. Dire...

Enjoy this fresh update from Tia, Jes, and Mikala. They’re sharing about their holidays, their ONE WORD for 2020, and dreaming about what’s ahead for Collected! Hey, Patrons! (Are YOU a Patron?!) We have a special New Year’s gift for you waiting over on our Patreon page!!! Jes has generously offered to hand letter your word for 2020— FOR FREE! If you aren’t a Patron yet, now’s a great time to sign...

Merry Christmas! Katie M. Reid is an author of Made Like Martha , national speaker , singer/songwriter , co-host of The Martha & Mary Show podcast and the live marriage show, “ Stop! Hammock Time. ” As the Inspiration Doula , she coaches creatives, helping them give birth to their purpose and projects. ... Get exclusive access to even more inspiring and helpful content by becoming a patron! Fi...

Before we tell you about Melissa, we want to make sure you know that THERE IS A SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT AT THE END OF THIS WEEK’S EPISODE!!! Mikala teamed up with our dear friend, Seth Snider to record a song for you! Don't miss it! And be sure to find Seth's album, Pitch Black Pines and give it a listen! Melissa Camara Wilkins is the author of Permission Granted: Be Who You Were Made to Be and Let...

Meshali Mitchell (AKA “The wallpaper lady” around here) is a portrait artist, lover of people, and a storyteller. The quality of her work stands alone, known by its immersion in heart and soul. In an unforeseen step of faith, the combination of a deep love for Christ, a heart for restoration, and an eye for creativity led her to purchase an 1886 Farmhouse in May of 2018. During this time, she bega...

This week we are interviewing a Power couple who visited NC for an extended stay. We were blessed to pull them into the studio and we can't wait for you hear their incredible story! Carlos + Beth Padilla are a Kingdom-minded family, passionate about Jesus. It is an honor to equip the local church (the saints) to walk in supernatural power, purity, and fullness of identity. Carlos graduated his 3rd...

Welcome back— and Happy Thanksgiving!!!This week we’re interviewing the President and co-founder of Flourish Kenya , our charitable partner. Krista is a nurse, a wife, a mom of four, and a warrior in the fight to end unplanned teen pregnancy in rural Kenya. Flourish Kenya prevents and supports unplanned adolescent pregnancy in rural Kenya. Join us this GIVING TUESDAY as we work to raise funds to p...

IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!!! Make sure you're following us on Instagram so you don't miss out on the chance to enter a MASSIVE giveaway! @collectedworkshops This is our 52nd week of episodes!!! Tia, Jes, and Mikala are sharing an update on what God's been doing in each of their lives over the last year since they began the show. Some of what they'll share will be updates on what's happened since they were...

Mike is a NASCAR athlete and coach, as well as the Co-founder of DECK Leadership . Being the oldest of four siblings, learned the struggles of leadership at an early age. The Charlotte native and former football student-athlete graduated with honors from Appalachian State University. He first entered the world of motorsports in 2006 as a member of a NASCAR Pit Crew. Mike quickly climbed the ranks...

Michaela Beel is an interior designer offering in-home full-service interior design services for those in West Michigan. For those who aren’t local to Michigan, she also offers 2-hour design consultations where she can help you answer any design dilemmas, find solutions for certain spaces, and can even create inspiration boards so you can execute the design plan on your own. She is also the co-fou...

This week we are honored to share a long-awaited interview with you. Jacob Early has been recording our podcast since Episode #20. His expertise, investment, and participation in our show has certainly taken it to the next level. We’re grateful to have had this chance to sit and chat with him! Jacob Early is a songwriter, producer, and worship leader. He’s a husband to Amy Early and they have 5 ch...

***Don't miss our extended interview with Lori Kawulok over on Patreon!*** Lori is a gifted Marketing & Business Strategist, Trainer and dynamic Speaker, working throughout the US and China since 2004. She is known for her work with organizations as an executive leader in branding, marketing & organic growth through creating and communicating their story to the ideal consumer. She works wi...

Brian is passionate about helping authors, speakers, and aspiring messengers create a sustainable business through growing their platform, and creating compelling online courses. He is the co-founder of hope*writers, a membership site of over 2,000 working writers. Brian has a doctoral degree from the University of San Diego. He and his wife Julie live in Charlotte, NC with their three young child...

Shamyra is mama bear to two amazing boys, Ascher and Asa. She is a Charlotte native, with a mission to not only inspire but to also be a catalyst for transformation and emotional freedom. She is an inspirational speaker, educator, and author whose passion in life is serving women and girls by imparting tools, education, and guidance to spark mindset shifts that are vital to fully walking in the au...

Jessica Mayhew has given God her yes is ways most of us would find impossible. She's an entreprenuer and a single mom of two adopted daughters. Learn about her story, her struggle to remain steadfast in her belief that God is always good, as well as her fascinating business on this week's episode! Jessican's sleep consulting business:  www.alliscalmsleep.com ... Get exclusive access to even more i...

Rina is an artist, designer, and passionate follower of Christ. As Principal Designer at Rina Norwood Designs, she creates and edits spaces that help usher her clients into God's presence. Listen as she shares a bit about her story and how God guides and directs her in her work. CONNECT WITH RINAPrincipal Designer: Rina Norwood Design Phone: 704. 806.2145 Website: rinanorwooddesign.com Instagram:...

We are thrilled to have Niki Hardy back on the show just in time for the launch of her first book!!! She is a Brit in the USA, a rectal (yes, rectal) cancer survivor, pastor’s wife, tea drinker and teller of terrible jokes. As a speaker and the author of Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart she’s all about meeting us when life’s not fair and embracing the reality that with God, li...

Gene Krcelic is an  accomplished author , speaker, entrepreneur and leader. Gene’s journey has been as diverse as it is long. Before joining the Premier Foundation in 2009, Gene created and served as CEO for OMG, a multi-faceted sponsorship, music, sports, and event management firm with offices in the Southeast and California. Listen to our interview to hear more about his incredible story! Don't...

Crowned Miss South Africa + Miss Universe in 2017, Demi is now working with a number of charities while she plans her wedding with Tim Tebow! In today's episode Demi share her story of being car-jacked and how her self-defense training saved her from the unthinkable. Her experience has spurred her on to teach other women through her #UNBREAKABLE initiative. Demi is also active as a volunteer and a...

You may know bass guitarist Will McGinniss from the two-time Grammy Award winning Christian rock band, Audio Adrenaline. He and his wife Andrea have leveraged their positioning to come alongside the people of Haiti through two incredible organizations: Hands and Feet Project and Haiti Made. Listen as they get super real about the joys and struggles of non-profit life, orphan care, sustainably serv...