The Hope Over Coffee Podcast

🎙️ Two hours of raw, honest, and inspiring conversation with Taylor McDonald. In this extended interview, Taylor opens up about his personal journey—his struggles, faith, lessons learned, and the pursuit of living with authenticity. This isn’t a highlight reel; it’s a deep dive into the highs and lows that shaped who he is today. Whether you’re wrestling with your own challenges, searching for enc...

In this powerful follow-up, Zach Guidry returns to the couch for a raw, redemptive continuation of his testimony—one that he hadn’t shared in over five years. Recorded on Good Friday, this episode dives deeper into the supernatural ways God has been moving in Zach’s life, stirring conviction, healing past wounds, and reigniting his calling. 💥 From revisiting deep guilt over the death of his Marin...

In this milestone episode, I open up about my personal journey — the battles I faced, the brotherhood that carried me through, and the birth of Hope Over Coffee . I dive into the transformative experience of going through Fight Club , how it reshaped my identity as a man of faith, and how it ultimately led to the creation of Steel and Stone Ministries . This episode is raw, real, and a reminder th...

The Full Video is on YouTube! 🔥 Zach Guidry | A Story of Redemption and Purpose 🔥 In this episode of the Hope Over Coffee Podcast , Zach Guidry shares his powerful journey of faith, transformation, and redemption. From a turbulent childhood filled with struggles to serving in the Marine Corps and ultimately finding hope in Christ, Zach’s story is a testament to God’s grace and restoration. Join...

Welcome to the Hope Over Coffee Podcast! In this episode, we had the privilege of hosting Mark Collins, a distinguished author and thought leader. Join us as we delve into an insightful conversation about Mark's work and the profound message behind his latest book. Get ready to be inspired as we explore themes of personal growth, positive change, and making a meaningful impact. Don't miss...

The "Mirrors" episode dives deep into Dusty's life story. Dusty opens up about his upbringing and his survival as he vividly recounts the challenges and struggles he faced during this period of abandonment and how it shaped his perspective on life. Throughout the podcast, Dusty emphasizes the profound impact of Jesus in his life. He shares how Jesus served as a guiding light, helping...

Welcome to the Hope Over Coffee podcast! In this episode, we have the honor of hearing Aaron Cole's inspiring story. Aaron openly discusses his journey through trauma, including the struggles of fertility and pregnancy. He courageously shares his experiences, including the challenges of coping with past trauma and the emotional journey of forgiveness and self-acceptance. Join us as we delve in...

Join us for an inspirational journey as we dive into the extraordinary life of Sean Emory, a perception artist whose unwavering faith and commitment to serving God has led him on a remarkable path. From facing adversity to embracing triumph, Sean's story is a testament to the transformative power of faith. Discover how Sean's experiences have shaped his calling to minister and how he has b...

In this episode titled "Going through what I've been through" of the "Hope Over Coffee Podcast," I have a candid conversation with our guest, Casey Chisholm. Casey shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges and finding hope, a story that underscores the importance of transparency and authenticity in navigating life's obstacles. His experiences have provided hi...

In this episode of the Hope Over Coffee Podcast, we have the privilege of sitting down with Mr. Jeremy Hutto. His journey toward a life of transparency and authenticity is not just inspiring; it's transformative. We get to witness how Jeremy's pride was humbled and he found salvation in Jesus. We explore the 'Cinema of Life in the Uncomfortable,' as Jeremy bravely shares his strugg...

Jack Tillery tells his story of still finding the goodness of God in the land of the living after surviving a double transplant. Jack narrates his personal journey of discovering Jesus, even after serving as a staff member in a church. He also talks about his experience of undergoing a double transplant of a heart and kidney. Despite the challenges he faced, Jack's account highlights the goodn...

On the latest episode of the Hope Over Coffee Podcast, we dive into the incredible story of Henry Iatesta. Join us as we explore the ups and downs of his life, from the tragic loss of his father to the joy of finding his wife, and the heartbreak of losing his brother. Throughout it all, one common thread weaves through Henry's story: the unwavering goodness of God.

Join host Jared Ogea and guest John Louviere in this electrifying episode of the Hope Over Coffee Podcast. Get ready to be mesmerized as they delve into a range of topics, from the power of conversation to the importance of stepping outside our comfort zones. John shares his insights on being a mouthpiece for God, while Jared reflects on his growth as a host and interviewer. You won't want to...

Bryson Skinner's journey to redemption is a powerful story of overcoming addiction that started in his childhood. In this podcast, Bryson shares his personal journey of how he found faith and turned his life around, now being happily married with a child on the way. He talks about how his experiences have shaped him into the man he is today and how he wants to lead his family as a man of God....

Ross Blankenship shares his inspiring story of finding God to overcome his addictions and restore his marriage. Ross spoke about his journey to sobriety, which led him to Hope Quest, a rehab facility in Atlanta, Georgia. Ross shares how he struggled with addictions for years and how it affected his personal and professional life. He also opens up about how his double life was affecting his marriag...

On this episode of The Hope Over Coffee Podcast, we are honored to sit down with Tyler Churchman, a survivor of addiction and suicidal thoughts. Tyler shares his journey with vulnerability and honesty, inspiring us all to find the strength to overcome our struggles through faith. Through his story, we learn that hope and healing are possible even in our darkest moments. Tyler's journey has tau...

In this compelling and inspiring podcast, join Chris and me as we share our journey of overcoming our fears and finding freedom in our faith in Jesus while conquering a porn addiction. We share our struggles and how living in a community can hope, healing, and strength to break free from the chains of addiction. Through Chris's story, we explore the link between addiction and fear and how tru...

Giving space to those around us seems harder today than ever before. Everyone wants to be heard and have their viewpoint be the right one. It doesn't matter if you are a Christ follower or not, whether you are in the church or not. But giving or holding space for someone is the first step to being empathetic with someone. Why is it so hard for people to listen to what others are saying? Why d...

Equipping a man of God. What does that look like in today's culture? What boundaries do you have set in place while you are trying to raise your children? Do you have a mindset of equipping your kids with tools, wisdom, and knowledge to handle the unknown? Will you have enough grace, compassion, and foresight to lead your kids through their bad decisions? We live in a culture of relentless pu...

Do you know who you are? What is your identity wrapped up in? Could it be where you spend your time, energy, and money? I know that when I was heavy in my addiction there was a lot of effort put to satisfy that addiction. Now that I have found freedom from that addiction I spend a lot of effort to not satisfy that addiction. I'm spending my time, energy, and money on things that bring me clos...

Stop Start Continue. The new season of The Hope Over Coffee Podcast is here! I took a few weeks off and got the opportunity to upgrade some of the Hope Over Coffee equipment. In other words, I got a new computer… So with that, I now have the ability to produce a video for the pods. I am super nervous about it. I don't think it's any different than putting out audio-only other than everyo...

Finding perspective! Are we truly concerned with those around us? This week I brought Kristen and Chance to the kitchen table to talk about living as a teenage believers in our current culture. Trying to wrap my thoughts around what it is like for a non-believer to survive in our current state without Jesus. I'm trying to figure out what they do. Our society and climate in America are complet...

The incomplete guide to foundational repair is based on the idea that Christ is the firm foundation we build upon and that what we are building is an imitation of Christ. In this episode, we tap into the question of whom you follow. Are you putting in the work to discipline your body to follow Christ? And 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul tells us to be imitators of him just as he is an imitator of Christ,...

Foundational Crack. We know that Jesus is the firm foundation we all need to build our lives on. But are we actually doing it? Or do we build a life on a counterfeit foundation? A foundation that does not lead to anything worthwhile in the vision you have for your family. Do you even have a vision for yourself, your family, your co-workers, or anyone around you? Does it have that person looking mo...

Pause. When was the last time you stopped and took stock of what was happening in your life? I just wanted to stop and do a heart check in this episode. I must take a breath and ask, have I been pursuing my kingdom with The Hope Over Coffee Podcast? I have to take a step back and take the bigger picture of Hope Over Coffee and my role in it. I have to navigate the tension between the calling God h...