The Speakeasy

Blogger and author Alyssa Bethke joins Blake to talk about not focusing on what you lack and start feeling grateful and satisfied with what you have. Listen in as they touch on topics like fear, worry, dissatisfaction, anxiety, and body image. Alyssa walks us through issues that rob us of our joy and helps us recognize them for what they are: distractions.     Alyssa is the author of Satisfied: Fi...

Bestselling author, pastor, and podcast host Shawn Bolz joins Blake to talk about how humans were uniquely created by God to innately hear His voice. He urges Christians to seek and partner with Him in their daily decisions to unlock His wisdom, guidance, and provision in and for the marketplace. Listen in as they discuss imparting courage to those in the marketplace to trust and hear God for thei...

Pastor and musician Rick White joins Blake to talk about challenging some beliefs that are taught in many churches today. In his new book, he exposes the top 10 lies that pervert the gospel and promote legalism. Listen in as they discuss various lies that have caused the faith of many to be ruined and as they defend the pure gospel of grace.  Rick is the author of The Top 10 Stinking Lies From The...

Vicki Ellis joins Blake to talk about her ministry Heritage Ranch. At a very young age, Vicki was sexually abused, and in the process of her personal healing, her vision and heart for the Ranch was born. Vicki is the founder and Executive Director of Heritage Ranch, a Christian children's home committed to operating a sustainable and effective organization that will enable generational change in t...

Pastor Patrick Linnell joins Blake to talk about his radical movement - Grace Bomb - that gives people a way to bless and encourage both those they know and complete strangers. Listen in as they chat about personal stories of blessing people with everything from large tips to encouraging notes, and how you can get involved in the Grace Bombing movement. Patrick is the author of Grace Bomb: The Sur...

Pastor Rob Singleton joins Blake to talk about the social media age, how it's changed us, and asking the question - is social media the problem, or is it how we use it? Listen in as they talk about their personal experiences with social media and how Rob believes we should be using it in our lives. Rob is the author of Overliked: Finding Direction, Courage, and Meaningful Relationships in a Societ...

Enneagram expert Beth McCord joins Blake to talk about using the enneagram as a tool as a believer in Christ. Listen in as they discuss the impact the enneagram has had on both of their lives and marriages and what their answer is for people who seem to have an issue with Christians using the enneagram. Beth is an enneagram coach and leader, and the author of Becoming Us: Using the Enneagram to Cr...

Counselor and leadership expert Nicole Unice joins Blake to talk about how to navigate (necessary) conflict in a Christ-like, effective matter. Listen in as they chat about how to have difficult conversations and to use it to further our relationships instead of end them. Nicole is a speaker and the author of the Miracle Moment: How Tough Conversations Can Actually Transform Your Most Important Re...

Professional storytelling Robyn Kown joins Blake to talk about the incredible things that happen when people tell their stories. Listen in as they chat about Robyn's ministry, Storytellers Live, and the amazing things that have happened in living rooms around the country when women get together and share vulnerably and authentically. Robyn is the fearless leader and visionary behind Storytellers L...

Podcaster Amber Cullum joins Blake to offer a new perspective on the idea of comparison. Listen in as they discept comparison and how maybe, just maybe, it can be used for good in our lives instead of harm. Amber is the host of the Grace Enough podcast as well as a wife, mom, & physical therapist. Audible is the best way to listen to all of the great books you hear about on our show, with thousand...

Star of Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta Lori Allen joins Blake to talk about the power in saying yes to new opportunities and adventures, no matter what age you are. Listen in as they chat about what it's like to star on a popular reality show, what the wedding industry has taught them both, & how Lori has no interest in letting her age define her or what she is capable of. Lori Allen is an American...

Dr. Terrance McLain joins Blake to share his powerful testimony of God's deliverance in his life and his journey through homosexuality and deliverance. Listen in as they have an authentic conversation about a difficult topic, what God says about it, and Terrance's experience.  Dr. Terrance McClain serves as a Pastor at New Life Fellowship Church in Seguin, TX, and is the author of God Brought Me T...

Listen in as your host Blake gets real about our God-given gifts. In a time where certain abilities are elevated above others, we need the truth of Scripture to remind us that all gifts are given by the Spirit. So in this week's episode, Blake gets real about the lie of the spotlight and reminds you that she believes in YOU, in how God created you, and what He created you to do. Be sure to tune in...

TI Lowe joins Blake to talk about the process of writing a fiction novel and the premise of her new book Under the Magnolias. Listen in as TI and Blake chat about a story of loss, gain, and falling in love, and the journey TI took to writing it. T.I. Lowe is an ordinary country girl who loves to tell extraordinary stories and is the author of nearly twenty published novels, Under the Magnolias bei...

Nicolas C. Day joins Blake to talk about discovering the wonder of discovering a God you've always denied and how we can share that wonder with our children. Listen in as they have an authentic conversation about Nic's shift from atheism to Christianity and his new fiction novel bringing that story to light for children. Nicolas C. Day is an author, his debut novel Into the Great Marinara, is a sp...

Carey & Toni Nieuwhof join Blake to talk about those tender moments when a marriage is at a crossroads. Listen in as they have an honest conversation about tough marriage seasons, considering divorce, and what you can do to restore and rescue your marriage with God. Toni Nieuwhof is a family law mediator, former divorce attorney and co-host of the Smart Family Podcast. She is the wife of Carey Nie...

Rebekah Hargraves joins Blake to talk about what is often the hardest part of motherhood, combating lies, guilt, & shame thrown at us by the enemy. Listen in as they tell their personal stories of struggling with believing lies as well as the redemptive power of the Father's truth in the face of doubt and fear. Rebekah is a podcaster, speaker, and the author of Lies Moms Believe (And How the Gospe...

Elizabeth Meyers joins Blake to talk about walking through difficult life experiences and coming out the other side. Listen in as they discuss Elizabeth's story of loss and trauma and how God was faithful to heal her hurts and turn her around to help others.   Elizabeth is a wife, homeschool mom, motivational speaker, and the author of Undaunted and Undefeated, available everywhere!   This week's...

Ben Kirby, the man behind the viral Instagram account @preachersnsneakers, joins Blake to talk about the cultural phenomenon of mega church pastors and the lives they lead and the shoes they wear. Listen in as they discuss the often nuanced subject of how much money our pastors make and if we're allowed to ask questions about how they use it.   Ben Kirby is the author of Preachers n Sneakers: Auth...

Mary Whitman Ortiz joins Blake to talk about intimacy within marriage and what's holding you back from achieving it. Listen in as they have an honest conversation about overcoming roadblocks to intimacy with communication and talking openly about sex in your marriage!   Mary Whitman Ortiz is an author and relationship coach who focuses on sexual intimacy within marriage. Her book Why Can't I Talk...

Kari Kampakis joins Blake to talk about loving our daughters and cultivating joy in their lives. Listen in as they give practical and helpful advice for changing your own mindset and approach as a mother in order to build strong relationships with your daughters.  Kari Kampakis is an author, speaker, podcaster, and newspaper columnist from Birmingham, Alabama. Her book Love Her Well is available e...

Arden Bevere joins Blake to talk about the problematic language used around millennials and how we can reclaim and redefine an entire generation. Listen in as they chat about what God says about you and how to live out of that truth.   Arden is the youngest son of John and Lisa Bevere and the cofounder of Sons & Daughters, a movement committed to raising up a generation of uncompromising followers...

Gretchen Saffles joins Blake to talk about the importance of daily time in the Word and truly following Jesus in order to show up in your own life and to be a leader. Listen in as they give practical, non-overwhelming advice for getting in your Bible, and both share their personal stories of burn out from trying to do it all on their own.   Gretchen is an author and the founder of the Well Watered...

Ainsley Britain joins Blake to talk about the in-between and grey areas that can come with conversations surrounding mental and physical abuse. Listen in as they share their personal stories and the healing that God brought both of them, as well as shedding light on this sensitive topic. Ainsley is an Author, Podcast Host and Enneagram Coach, helping young adults discover or rediscover their ident...

Stephanie Rouselle joins Blake to talk about the nuance and complexity of Scripture outside of the Americanized lens we tend to see it through. Listen in as they discuss how understanding the culture of the time the Bible was written enriches your experience with it. Stephanie is the founder of Gospel Spice ministries, which exists to inspire Christ-followers to delight in the glory of God. She is...