Feeling Things with Amy & Kat

Have you ever wondered, Does God really care about my relationship with food? Isn’t He more concerned with bigger, more spiritual things? If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. In this episode of What’s God Got To Do With It? , we’re tackling a topic that hits closer to home than most of us realize: our relationship with food—and why God cares about it....

A listener writes in feeling lost at 27 after making big changes in her career, friendships, and identity, but Amy and Kat’s answer goes way beyond one age or season. They talk about what it looks like when life is “under construction”: messy, uncertain, and full of potential. Whether you’re 27 or 57, this episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t always look pretty,...

Amy and Kat dive into the final of the Four Horsemen…stonewalling. From why it happens to how to break the pattern, they explore the freeze response, self-soothing, and the difference between stonewalling and the silent treatment. They also share lighthearted conversation starters you can bring to your next date night or friend hang to keep connection fun and alive. Sign up for the Feeling...

Next Friday, October 10th is World Mental Health Day, and that’s why it's the perfect time to talk about the faith-brain connection, and how it has EVERYTHING to do with your own mental and emotional health. In this next episode of The God Pod, Leanne takes you on a journey to explore the profound interplay between faith, self-image, and neuroscience. Leanne breaks down (in simple science te...

The Universe is demanding your deepest commitment. Pluto, the planet of transformation, death, and rebirth, stations direct in Aquarius on October 13, 2025, after its retrograde journey since May 2nd. This shift is more than just an astrological marker; it's a monumental power surge and an evolutionary mandate to step into your highest truth. This episode is a profound, timely deep dive into the p...

What if your life was meant to feel good? I don’t mean that in a “if you can dream it, you can do it!” kind of a way as much as I mean… what if your life— as it is— was meant to be pleasurable?  What if you could learn to slow down enough to see every single day, every breath, every new opportunity, every inconvenience, every hiccup, even every heartbreak...

This week’s Couch Talks is full of listener gems! Casey shares a powerful reframe on how shifting focus changes feelings, L has us cracking up with her story of showering and making a sandwich before heading to the hospital in labor, and Melinda celebrates a sweet anniversary coincidence with Amy. These emails show just how much we all connect through the little details of life…keep t...

In Part 3 of our Four Horsemen series, we dive into contempt, the most dangerous predictor of relationship breakdown. Kat breaks down what contempt sounds like, why it’s referred to as “relational poison,” and how it impacts both emotional and even physical health. Most importantly, we go over the antidote from Dr. Gottman: building a culture of admiration and respect. Plus, Amy&...

Do you have beliefs that are holding you back that (no matter what you try), they continue to have a stronghold on you? In this week's episode of the God Pod, Leanne Ellington shares her personal journey of transforming beliefs through the unique intersection of where "faith meets science"...and where "science meets faith", as we start to unravel how faith and science intersect in transforming you...

When you’re in the middle of your story and it appears that no resolution is on the horizon, it’s easy to assume that you must be doing something wrong.  Maybe if you were stronger, wiser, or more "positive" you would be able to find a solution and bring your story to resolution.  But what if the point of the story is not to resolve the story? What if the unresolved, chaotic,...

Ready for a shift? While September brought intense, logistical energy, October 2025 ushers in a new flavor. We're moving from literal lessons to a rhythmic, transformative dance. This month is about finding lightness, levity, and joy even amidst deep change. You'll feel a powerful pull to be playful and adaptable as you navigate a paradoxical blend of intense energy and profound grace. The numerol...

This week’s Couch Talks reminds us why we love hearing from you! Amy & Kat go over multiple emails: some updates from listeners that have ended up on Couch Talks in the past, Cheryl wrote in and shared her funny “tongue thruster” story from her childhood, and Dave is offering to send us money…no strings attached…so there’s that. Hope you enjoy & have t...

Amy and Kat continue to unpack Dr. John Gottman’s famous ‘Four Horsemen of the apocalypse’ for relationships which has helped him be able to predict the failure or success of a relationship with a 90% accuracy rate. Week 2 is Defensiveness. It is that quick “it’s not me, it’s you” response that shows up when we think we are being criticized. Amy and Kat ta...

When Carley found herself constantly thinking about food—either obsessing over dieting or feeling like a failure for not being able to stick with anything—she knew something had to change. She was sick of the all-or-nothing mindset, the endless rules, and the guilt that always followed. But as the youngest woman to ever go through the Stressless Eating program, she also knew she didn&r...

Do you ever get the feeling like you’re telling the same story over and over again? The details may change (new boss, new partner, new hometown) but the cycle of the story stays the same. In today’s episode I talk about what to do when you seem to be stuck in the same frustrating story on repeat. I’ll share my own experience with finding myself in this rut and talk about how to m...

In this episode, Amanda explores what it means to be a Rainbow Warrior and how this archetypal energy can help us navigate a time of massive transition. As we move through the eclipse season, our systems are breaking down, but new light and abilities are also coming through. We're reminded that our human experience is sacred, and we have a duty to ourselves and to the planet. Discover how to conne...

Amber sent us an email about something we’ve all felt. That little spiral when a friend takes forever to text you back and you start wondering if you did something wrong. Amy & Kat talk about how our brains love to make up stories, and how we won't know what's really going on unless we ask them. Amy immediately relates to this listener and shares her experience. They also make...

This is the start of a 4 part series of Amy and Kat unpacking Dr. John Gottman’s famous ‘Four Horsemen of the apocalypse’ for relationships which has helped him be able to predict the failure or success of a relationship with a 90% accuracy rate. Part 1 is Criticism, the one that often shows up first and sets the tone for conflict. Amy has her own issues with getting defensive an...

Have you ever felt derailed by failure in your life?  Perhaps it was the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, a public embarrassment, or a mistake that cost you more than you felt ready to lose.  Or maybe you don’t experience failure much. It’s possible you tiptoe around failure, making sure that you’re never too far out on a limb so as not to fall.  In that c...

Are you feeling a call to let go and surrender? September is a powerful 9 universal month in a 9 universal year, a time of sacred closure and profound transformation. Join us as we explore the energy of the number 9 and its connection to karmic cycles, tapping into infinite wisdom, and refining your personal frequency. In this episode, Amanda shares a deeply personal journey of sacred closure in a...

Leanne is back with Scott and Ketric for another episode of our "Ask the God Pod" series. This week they tackle a question many newcomers to faith share: What does prayer look like? In this episode of "Ask the God Pod," Scott and Ketric are back to tackle a listener's heartfelt question about coping with the immense stress of supporting a loved one struggling with addiction. Fo...

Amy and Kat respond to a listener who’s struggling with communication differences in her relationship. She wants to talk through feelings, while her boyfriend prefers the opposite (especially when he worries it will lead to a fight). Amy and Kat share that this is a common issue in relationships and go over practical things that can help couples bridge the gap…so there's hope!! Howeve...

Proof that small updates can change your whole vibe: Amy is over the moon about a little makeover at her house. Don’t underestimate the power of a Magic Eraser and some paint. While Amy’s feeling thrilled, Kat shares why she’s feeling annoyed. They also touch on deeper stuff: Amy’s gratitude (and grief) around her dad while watching Kat’s relationship with hers, why &...

What do disciplining a child, teaching preschool and taking good care of yourself have in common? The answer might surprise you.  This week’s episode is inspired by a parenting technique that seemed too simple to actually work. But as soon as I watched this alarmingly unsophisticated tactic have wild success with my four and five year olds—and their friends—I had to ask myse...

Welcome to Eclipse Season! This cosmic period is all about beginnings and endings happening simultaneously, and it can initiate a powerful six-month cycle of change. While the start of this season can feel drastic or dramatic, both on a global and personal level, being aware of these energetic shifts can help you take the edge off and embrace the process. This year, the energy is amplified by Sept...