We're Going There with Bianca Juarez

What happens when a crisis in leadership affects an organization? Is the opportunity for restoration and rebuilding possible? Yes it is!  Dr. Jon Chasteen is on the podcast today. He is a husband and father, an author, the Lead Pastor of Victory. Church, and the Former University & Seminary President. Our conversation helps us understand better: How we can rebuild after a leadership crisis The rol...

Are you holding back in being vulnerable with others? Is not being part of an authentic community a factor?  I had a deep discussion with my friend Jennie Allen on all things emotions and vulnerability. Jennie is founder and visionary of IF:Gathering, a writer, podcaster and public speaker who will be sharing with us: There is power in friendship How to pursue God-Sized dreams Creating space for v...

Have you ever been misinterpreted or criticized by something you said? Are you trying to navigate the challenges of cancel-culture while maintaining your commitment to speaking the truth?  My friend Tim Ross, and my guest on today’s show, is a podcaster, social media influencer, author, and preacher who’s had his experiences with controversy and conflict, both in public and on social media. Tim sh...

Are you going through a personal crisis that has been made public? Have you faced scrutiny because of it? Going through challenges and painful experiences is difficult. But know this, friend: YOU ARE NOT ALONE.  Brandi Wilson is an author, coach, speaker, and my friend. We will listen to her personal journey of going through divorce and starting over. She discusses the challenges she faced as a pa...

Did you know that food has the ability to elevate moods and foster connections? Are you ready to find healing and restoration in the kitchen? My friend and renowned chef, Aarti Sequeira, shares how she found her passion for cooking and how it can be a source of peace, connection, and healing. Find out how: Food can lift spirits and bring people together Cooking as a reflection of life Finding peac...

Do you have a calling as a woman in ministry or in leadership and are facing opposition and resistance? If God called you, He will make a way! I’m always in awe at the stories that I hear from other women in ministry. Some knew their calling from early on. Others, like me, found themselves “unintentionally” entering into ministry and how my ambitions and desires changed over time because of God’s...

Do you need massive clarity on how to thrive? If you are ready for a framework that will help you to live authentically by unlocking your highest emotional need, this is the episode for you!  My guest today is best-selling author, speaker, and executive coach Mike Foster. He will help us understand the power of our primal questions. We go over: Shifting from the scramble to the primal truth How ou...

How can faith help you heal from trauma and rebuild your life? What are some of the benefits of grieving and reframing pain after a collapse? My guest today is my friend Mike Noriega who shares his experience of starting over after facing trauma. Mike shares his story of the collapse of a building in Surfside, Florida, which resulted in the loss of his grandmother.  He discusses the concept of: Wh...

Are you drawn to underdog stories like I am? Have you ever witnessed ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary circumstances and rise to the occasion?  You don’t want to miss out on this episode where I talk to Andy Erwin, producer of the film Ordinary Angels, about the uplifting and emotional film based on this true story. This is a story of a hairdresser who becomes a hero and a frien...

Are there things in your life today that don’t align with your vision of tomorrow? What do you need to leave behind as you move forward into the future that God has for you?  It’s hard to let go of things. Trust me, I know. It is important to realize that in order for us to experience personal growth and find spiritual success, we need to have necessary endings in our lives.  Boundaries are necess...

Do you find it hard to make sense of the different views on sex in culture? Is it time for you to reevaluate your view of sex? Join me on today’s episode to have an open and honest conversation on… sex. Society keeps sending mixed signals on what sex is all about. I want us to discuss the topic of sexual boundaries but from a Biblical perspective. It's high time we redeem the narrative that the en...

Have you turned your boundary line into a boundary wall? If you find yourself lonely because of unrealistic boundaries, today you can take a sledge hammer and Bring. The. Wall. Down.  I want us to have a real talk and address the issues of isolation and loneliness that many people experience. I want to emphasize: The importance of community and relationships The need for boundaries in friendships ...

Do you know how to establish healthy boundaries in your life? Are your boundaries clear to you and to others? Today we start a new series on just that! This week, I’ll be discussing the importance of drawing clear boundaries and how they can elevate your life. There have been instances where I have allowed my boundaries to be crossed - like a tiny incident I had at an airport. That and other exper...

Have you ever felt like you don’t know who you are or what you are meant to do in life? Do you struggle with shame, guilt, or fear of rejection from others? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you don’t want to miss this conversation with Real Talk Kim.  Kimberly Jones, a.k.a Real Talk Kim, is a preacher, podcaster, author, and speaker. Throughout our conversation she will share po...

Are you coping with rejection and failure in your life? What if they are actually blessings in disguise? I have the privilege to discuss this with my guest today, none other than Gospel artist, producer, worship leader, artist, and author Anthony Evans. Anthony shares his journey in music and writing, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and knowing one's worth. He also talks about:  Overcom...

Have you ever experienced church hurt? Is there an offense that has been causing you bitterness? If this is your case, I want you to know that I’m so sorry for the hurt that you have experienced.  My friend, Pastor Larry Brey, from Elevation Church, and I sat down to discuss the topic of church hurt and how to overcome it. Our goal is to parse out the realities of:  Dealing with and overcoming Chu...

How can you view eating and food as a gift rather than a burden? What are some healthy behaviors that you can adopt outside of diet culture? Today's episode concludes a week-long exploration of dismantling diet culture and shifting the focus from weight loss to health.  All good things come to an end, but Leslie and I close out the series by giving you practical tips for health and wellbeing. We w...

Are you ready to detox from toxic detoxes? Embracing food freedom begins by getting rid of practices that can be toxic to our bodies.  Our bodies are wise and intricate miracles. In order for us to function optimally, we need to be aware of diet culture by: Listening to our bodies Rebuilding a healthy relationship with food Owning our worth and having guilt-free progress Friend, you know yourself...

Are you aware of diet culture infiltrating safe spaces like school or church? Everyone is on a journey of their own. I want to make sure that as we talk about the impact of diet culture in the church, that we do it from a place of love, kindness, grace, health, and healing. I believe that we can have meaningful conversations around the topic of weight by: Being receptive to the needs of others Ext...

Does it seem like everywhere you go someone is asking you for your weight? Are you tired of obsessing over the number on your weight scale? Real talk - I’m tired too!  Let’s be honest friends, talking about weight issues is uncomfortable. That’s why Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Therapist is back with us for day 2 of The Weighting Game series. Today we discuss: The issues with the scale  Bodi...

Is diet culture managing your life without you knowing it? Friends, we are starting this new year with a series of conversations around… food and diet. Today is day 1 of a new series called The Weighting Game. Registered Dietician and Nutrition Specialist Leslie Schilling is my guest for the next five days where we will discuss the pervasive influence of diet culture in our lives. Today we explore...

Is it time for you to take a leap of faith and experience new things this year? Are you ready to orient your life toward what God has been calling you to? I’m glad you’re here, friend, because I want you to know that this can be your best year yet!  To have a successful year, we need to do some soul searching and examine ourselves. This is what I want you to know that: New beginnings are possible ...

It's time for the new! Yes, it's a new year and a new season for We're Going There. We all need a great do-over at some point in life.  Our guests come from different backgrounds giving their learnings and life lessons on how to start again. From Food Network star and chef Aarti Sequeira, to award winning gospel singer Anthony Evans Jr. From the straight up truth talking Real Talk Kim to the eye o...

Are you committed to starting the new year strong? In this bonus episode, I’m sharing my practice of choosing a word or phrase for the year. It's important to end the year strong and set oneself up for a strong new year.  That’s why I will be going through the five steps of choosing a word, which include evaluating the past year, thinking about what is needed in life, creating a list of words, vis...

Has it become difficult for you to be grateful? Are you ready to shift into a positive state of thinking? In this episode, my best friend Melanie Nyema and I chat about the gratitude practice that has positively shifted our attitudes and helped us walk through life in a different way. We explore: Finding gratitude in hard times Strengthening relationships with gratitude   Cultivating a powerful at...