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The Nothing Is Wasted Podcast

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The Nothing is Wasted podcast explores the deep impact of trauma, loss, grief, and tragedy, while providing listeners with the hope and healing of Jesus. Born from Host Davey Blackburn’s own story of trauma and grief after the tragic loss of his wife Amanda and unborn child during a home invasion, this show features powerful stories of resilience and faith and practical tools to navigate pain and heartache. Listen each week for encouragement and insight as guests share how they’ve found that even in life’s darkest, most tragic moments, pain can lead to purpose and with God–nothing is wasted.

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That Sounds Fun Network

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Religion

Podcast website

www.nothingiswasted.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 22 - Daniel & Brittany Brooker 05.04.2018

Daniel and Brittany found each other in the midst of their pain, and before long their two families became one. They sat down with Davey and Kristi for a conversation on loss, remarriage, blending families, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 21 - Jake Baird 22.03.2018

Have you ever wondered what it would take to have the faith to walk through unforeseen and unexpected tragedy? How could you possibly stand in the face of heartache and loss and say that God is good? On this episode, Jake and Davey talk about what it's like to walk through difficult seasons, loss, and what it takes to stay faithful to God even in the midst of unthinkable pain. Jake shares his stor...

Episode 20 - Elliott Park 08.03.2018

You may not know Elliott Park's name, but you've probably heard his work. Elliott's songs have been sung on the hallowed stage of the Ryman Opry Theater, as well as on major network programs like “Late Night With David Letterman”, and “The Late Late Show” with Craig Ferguson. In 2006, his song “I Loved Her First” hit #1 on Billboard and R&R Magazines. On this episode, Davey and Elliott talk about...

Episode 19 - Brian Cromer 22.02.2018

Brian is the Lead Pastor of Queen City Church, a church plant located in Cincinatti, OH. He recently moved his family to a brand new city to follow God's calling to build a church and reach all people and teach them to have a relationship with God that gets better and better. In this episode Brian and Davey talk about the challenges of building church - parachuting into unknown territory with the...

Episode 18- Todd & Kathy Erb pt. 2 08.02.2018

Three years ago Todd walked into his house to find his worst nightmare and had his entire life turned upside down in a moment.  Kathy had her life turned upside down almost eight years ago when she lost her husband in an instant. Both Todd & Kathy have walked through  devastating loss and grief - hear how their stories collide and how they are seeking to find purpose and follow Jesus in the midst...

Episode 17 - Todd & Kathy Erb pt. 1 25.01.2018

Three years ago Todd walked into his house to find his worst nightmare and had his entire life turned upside down in a moment.  Kathy had her life turned upside down almost eight years ago when she lost her husband in an instant. Both Todd & Kathy have walked through  devastating loss and grief - hear how their stories collide and how they are seeking to find purpose and follow Jesus in the midst...

Episode 16 - Joe & Shannon Zimmerman 11.01.2018

Learn more about their story of faith and how they learned to walk with God in seasons where things didn't go as planned. To hear the bold way that they trust God and how they learned to lean on Him in the toughest of times will encourage and challenge you - no matter what season you're in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 15 - The End of the Year Best of Spectacular 28.12.2017

When you can't pick just one favorite podcast episode ... you pick 5! And when you can't pick one topic to talk about ... you pick as many as you can fit into the hour! We had a blast recording the podcast these last 6 months and we want to celebrate by sharing some of our favorite moments and answer some of your questions! Don't miss the Nothing is Wasted Podcast End of the Year Best of Spectacul...

Episode 14 - Trevor Bayne 14.12.2017

Ever since he started driving go-karts at the age of 5, Nascar driver Trevor Bayne's life has been about racing. He's pretty good at it, too. In 2011, Trevor became the youngest driver ever to win the Daytona 500. Trevor knows where his ability and successes come from, and he's always quick to give God the glory with every win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 13 - Andrew Collins & Jameel McGee pt. 2 30.11.2017

Andrew & Jameel's story of brokenness and bitterness turned to forgiveness and friendship will shift your perspective on what reconciliation really means. In part one,  Andrew & Jameel talk through the story of how they met and the road that started with pain, hurt, lies and ends with restoration and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 12 - Andrew Collins & Jameel McGee pt. 1 16.11.2017

Andrew & Jameel's story of brokenness and bitterness turned to forgiveness and friendship will shift your perspective on what reconciliation really means. In part one,  Andrew & Jameel talk through the story of how they met and the road that started with pain, hurt, lies and ends with restoration and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 11 - Mike Foster 02.11.2017

Mike Foster is the Chief Chance Officer at People of the Second Chance. He has dedicated his life to helping people relaunch their lives with a sense of hope and purpose. Mike & Davey talk about what it means to be People of the Second Chance - using your past, your trials, and your pain to turn your setbacks into superpowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 10 - Carlos Whittaker pt. 2 19.10.2017

Carlos Whittaker joins Davey on the podcast this month to share ... in the most authentic and vulnerable way you've ever heard ... his story.  They talk about following Jesus in the ups and downs of life and ministry, Carlos shares some of his lowest moments and how he's learned to find and kill the spiders in his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 09 - Carlos Whittaker pt. 1 05.10.2017

Carlos Whittaker joins Davey on the podcast this month to share ... in the most authentic and vulnerable way you've ever heard ... his story.  They talk about following Jesus in the ups and downs of life and ministry, Carlos shares some of his lowest moments and how he's learned to find and kill the spiders in his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 08 - Ally Fallon pt. 2 21.09.2017

This month on the Nothing is Wasted Podcast - you can join in on this conversation about pain, joy, heartache, and healing. Part one is all about Ally and her journey through heartache and how she's turning it into purpose and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 07 - Ally Fallon pt. 1 07.09.2017

This month on the Nothing is Wasted Podcast - you can join in on this conversation about pain, joy, heartache, and healing. Part one is all about Ally and her journey through heartache and how she's turning it into purpose and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 06 - Samantha Smith pt. 2 17.08.2017

Samantha Smith's conversation with Davey continues as they talk about some of the ways they've dealt with grief, the importance of community, finding new purpose in the wake of tragedy, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 05 - Samantha Smith pt. 1 03.08.2017

When Samantha Smith married her high school sweetheart Andrew, she never would have guessed that cancer would leave her a widow after just a few years. In this episode, Samantha sits down with Davey to talk about the shock of loss, mourning, and what to do when it seems like God disappoints you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 04 - Robin Byars & Amber Wilkinson pt. 2 19.07.2017

Davey continues his conversation with Amanda's mom and sister as they talk about how pain has changed them, raising children in the wake of tragedy, how to help someone going through loss, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 03 - Robin Byars & Amber Wilkinson pt. 1 06.07.2017

Davey sits down with Amanda's mother and sister to talk about their family relationship, dealing with grief, questioning God, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 02 - Phil Byars pt. 2 15.06.2017

Davey continues his conversation with Phil Byars, Amanda Blackburn's father, as they talk about ministry, leadership, family relationships, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 01 - Phil Byars pt. 1 01.06.2017

Welcome to the first full episode of the Nothing Is Wasted Podcast! In this episode, Davey sits down with Amanda Blackburn's father Phil Byars to talk about living through tragedy, some of the emotions that come with grief, and how to relate to God in the midst of our pain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Nothing is Wasted 25.05.2017

Welcome to the Nothing Is Wasted Podcast, conversations designed to help you as you live, learn, and lead through pain. Check out this promo for the podcast with a special message from Davey, and don't miss the first full episode coming June 1st. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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