Everyone Has A Voice: Comeback Stories. Hope For A Better Tomorrow.: Recent Episodes
Christy Neal
Do you feel like a failure? Do you feel like God can no longer use you because of your past? Friend, you are in the right place! Join me as I share my own personal comeback story from adultery as a Christian woman and interview countless other 'underdogs' like myself who are now thriving after their own personal failures, trauma, addictions, and abuse. There is absolutely hope, healing, and redemption after huge failure! Join me for your weekly dose of Hope where you too can be one different choice away from a better tomorrow!As a Relationship Recovery Strategist, Christy Neal is an advocate for women who feel tainted and cast out after adultery. Christy is the voice of hope and healing she desperately needed but never found over a decade ago after her own affair. She is the author of 'Don’t Ever Tell' and the podcast host of 'Everyone Has A Voice' and the founder of Choose Different Media.Learn more at https://ChooseDifferent.org
Heather Castro Northcutt returns to share how her passion for design turned into a mission to support adoption.
Addie Lane Design isn't just a store—it's a space where every purchase contributes to bringing children to their forever homes. Hear how Heather's journey of overcoming personal storms inspired her to create a business that gives back, blending old and new to craft a story of redemption.
This Middle Tennessee boutique features curated home designs, inspired living, rare finds, and a tea shop. Every purchase at Addie Lane helps support the cause of adoption.
Addie Lane Design can be found at: 8731 Horton Hwy, College Grove, TN 37046
You can follow Addie Lane on Instagram @AddieLaneDesign
My talented Husband, Kevin Burke, joins us in the studio to share about the mission of LIT86, a Men’s faith-based TV show produced by Choose Different Media.
LIT86 creates visual God moments that reprogram negative memories shared by guests. This powerful new show highlights previous guests from ‘Everyone Has A Voice’ podcast and brings their stories of overcoming to Life.
LIT86 will air this Fall on Christian Television Network (CTN)!
“We can’t do it on our own, God has to do it.” - Kevin Burke
Mother and Daughter Podcasters, Brandi and Madison Rayburn join us to share about why they started their show 'It's Not Gossip...If It's With Your Mom'. Be inspired to connect with your female friends and build deeper relationships with your Mother and Grandmother despite your differences in opinions and beliefs.
"Even though we are a generation apart, we can still have these conversations, still talk about things and show that you can have a good relationship if you try." - Madison Rayburn
"There's been many times we've had conversations in our home where we did not end on the same page, but we came back and were like, we still love each other. At the end of the day, the one comfort that we have is we do live according to the Bible. We always have the Bible to back up our beliefs and thoughts on everything." - Brandi Rayburn
Listen to 'It's Not Gossip' wherever you get your podcasts!
Terry Coulter is back with us in the studio and stronger than ever!
Terry joined us in Season 4 Ep 36 with ‘Fit & Fabulous over 50’, and she returns to keep us motivated to keep moving no matter our age. Listen to her inspiring story of how a knee surgery turned into a love for strength training.
“We are already fighting against time and losing muscle. From the age of 30 on up, every decade you lose about 3-5% of your muscle mass. If you don’t use it - you lose it!” - Terry Coulter
Follow Terry on Instagram at: @terrytc3fit
Blain Poynor, Winner of The Shakedown TV show contest & The Host of 'Small Town Testimonies', joins us in the studio with his proud Momma, Amber Poynor.
This impressive 15-year-old student from Eagleville, TN is showing the world that you can make a difference for God, no matter your age! Blain tells us about his life, his TV show idea, and how 'Small Town Testimonies' came to be a reality.
“I feel God calling me to reach millions of people.” - Blain Poynor
Max Williams, My Favorite Nephew and Liberty University Student, returns to the studio to share his personal testimony of divine healing from Crohn's disease. Hear about Max’s miraculous three-year comeback journey from the chronic inflammatory bowel disease, Crohns, without using medication.
“We walked out of the Doctor’s office living a miracle”, Max Williams
Follow Max on Instagram at: @williams_max004
Becky Hatfield, a Bible-based kinesiologist, shares her practice of Emotion Code, Body Code and Belief Code. She unpacks how negative emotion and negative energy can be trapped in the body and cause pain and disease. Open your mind as Becky shares how her customized practice of muscle testing and the power of intercessory prayer can bring about supernatural healing.
“These types of trapped emotional energies are the very root of sickness and disease in our life,”- Becky Hatfield
Link to Becky's website & The Emotion Code Chart:
journeyforeden.com
https://discoverhealing.com/the-emotion-code/the-emotion-code-chart/
My husband, Kevin Burke, gives tribute to his best friend and brother, Marc Garner.
Marc faced more trials and grief within a 7-year period than any individual should have to face in a lifetime, and many called him ‘The Modern Day Job’. Although he is no longer with us here on earth, Marc will always be with us in our hearts. He made us a promise to be on the podcast one day, and Marc never broke a promise.
Please join us as we honor Marc's life and hear from him as he shares his personal testimony of A Simple Faith. We love you 'Commander Great Guy', and we miss you terribly.
“To meet Marc, was to love Marc.” - Friend of Marc Garner at his Celebration of Life ceremony.
Get ready to fall in love with River, The Blind Pit Bull!
River has inspired his owner and proud Mama, Bethany Van Meter, to author a series of children’s books around River’s life. The first book is titled, ‘I See With My Heart’ - A true story about a dog with no eyes.
Bethany and her husband rescued River from the Dallas Animal Shelter, and River now enjoys teaching kids empowering lessons of loving those who are different from them.
“It’s my goal to plant those seeds of goodness in young kids to know that… ‘I can help somebody, and I have worth and value’ ” - Bethany Van Meter
To purchase River’s books, go to:
rivervanmeter.com
Follow River on Instagram - @rivervanmeter
Follow River's Owner, Bethany Van Meter on Instagram - @bethanyvanmeter
Author, Judi Merriam, joins us to discuss living after losing a child to suicide. In her book, ‘Empty Shoes By The Door’, Judi gives a heartfelt account that explores the emotional journey of surviving the loss of a loved one to suicide. Through her own personal experience, Judi intimately captures the complexities of grief. The resilience of the human spirit, and the transformative power of healing. Her book not only honors those who have departed but also provides solace and understanding to the survivors, guiding them through the tumultuous seas of loss.
Judi’s voice emerges as a beacon of hope and empathy for individuals and families who grapple with the aftermath of losing a loved one to suicide. Through Jenson's story, Judi provides hope and healing.
"Suicide happens in good families." - Judi Merriam
‘Empty Shoes By The Door’ is available on Amazon and fine bookstores nationwide.
Follow Judi on Instagram @judimerriam
To learn more about Judi's mission visit: Judimerriam.com
Ladies! It’s time to clean out your closet for an excellent cause!
Our Shop Local featured Guest, Angie Brantley, joins us to share how God took a ‘wilderness season’ in her life and turned it into a thriving non-profit give-back boutique. Ten Thirty Five provides confidence building resources for at-risk youth and young women.
“Your worth is rooted in Christ” - Angie Brantley.
Ten Thirty Five has locations in Donelson, TN and Mount Juliet, TN. They accept all seasons of clothing donations year round.
Please consider giving your best, gently used clothing to the mission at Ten Thirty Five. It turns cleaning out your closet from being a chore into being a blessing! Thanks!
Website: tenthirtyfive.net
Email: Angie@tenthirtyfive.net
God doesn’t make mistakes. Katelyn Pavey’s story shares this powerful message in the movie ‘I CAN’. She joins us in the studio with her Dad and Softball Coach, Eric Pavey, to discuss 'I CAN' the movie, what inspired the movie, and what God has taught them both through their faith journeys. “I was born this way to show others how good God is.” - Katelyn Pavey
If you haven't seen the movie ‘I CAN’, you can find the movie description below with a link where you can watch ‘I CAN’:
Based on a true story, a couple’s adulterous affair leads to an unexpected pregnancy. They leave their spouses to begin a new life together, but their daughter, Katelyn is born with a birth defect. While her Dad believes Katelyn’s condition is God’s punishment for the affair, Katelyn, with only one fully developed arm, defies all odds with an incredible gift for softball. “I Can” is a story about Katelyn overcoming adversity, and her Dad eventually finding genuine forgiveness.
Website: https://www.icanmovie.info/
To rent or buy the 'I CAN' movie on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/I-Can-Danner-Brown/dp/B0CPWR6VWQ/ref=tmm_aiv_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ilmy5oJipytVTVFPtG49J7tuPQ4PMvKlVjjK4vxk77umjo2K0hTxdPCPI5XSMhFTRzTOPlr2_vrTptKr7JDc9UUd4xqSBqHCdfPjTehbodMKDpBWajNT-Nh9tj9DuLtBPSRiyRmtFfwIkP8ujyMjfDL7z0Yrdkrw1ejWa0EHD7jE2ylV4Z4o6djcy6YbI0Evn9bj8iifeLyZCFDzMO6Q4dcSZ7e7U6PmBOe00zIP_x0.GRUc0X4Qqcv4g_6v1ouxgmsgHZzQknyf_m1PEFU30QI&qid=1716582055&sr=8-1
To purchase the 'I CAN' DVD: https://www.amazon.com/I-Can-DVD-Tyler-Sansom/dp/B0CJMQC3BX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8AXWDP5BRVWR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ilmy5oJipytVTVFPtG49J7tuPQ4PMvKlVjjK4vxk77umjo2K0hTxdPCPI5XSMhFTRzTOPlr2_vrTptKr7JDc9UUd4xqSBqHCdfPjTehbodMKDpBWajNT-Nh9tj9DuLtBPSRiyRmtFfwIkP8ujyMjfDL7z0Yrdkrw1ejWa0EHD7jE2ylV4Z4o6djcy6YbI0Evn9bj8iifeLyZCFDzMO6Q4dcSZ7e7U6PmBOe00zIP_x0.GRUc0X4Qqcv4g_6v1ouxgmsgHZzQknyf_m1PEFU30QI&dib_tag=se&keywords=i+can+movie&qid=1716582055&sprefix=i+can+movie%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1
After a one-year Intentional Step-Away from podcasting, Christy Neal & Producer Jimmy are back in the studio and excited to bring you another season full of powerful comeback stories! In this episode they unpack:
- Break from Podcasting
- Social Media Vacay
- Focus on TV productions
- Choose Different Media's Mission is more than an origin story about overcoming adultery, it’s more than a book, it’s more than this podcast…
- Choose Different Media (CDM) is now an official 501c3 Non-Profit Media Group. CDM supports and produces God Honoring Media that educates, entertains and inspires.
- It’s amazing what God will do if you just say 'OK' and follow Him!
- God has an amazing Plan for your life… not an amazing life for your plan. His plan is to be discovered. Seek Him daily. Put Him first. Matthew 6:33 - Seek ye first the kingdom of God and ALL these things will be added to you.
- Step-aways that are not so intentional.
- Suppressed emotions can make you sick.
- Quiet your mind to hear God's direction for next steps.
- What step-away do you feel God nudging you to take? What would it look like if you chose to take a 6-month step away from that specific thing, job, responsibility, relationship… What would God show you during that six months? Would you look back and regret it?
Christy shares full circle moments with Producer Jimmy about the first year of empty nest and the payoffs of intentional co-parenting. Just because you have failed in your past does not make you a failure as a parent. Raising a thriving, emotionally healthy child after failure or divorce is possible!
Producer Jimmy unpacks his worst first date ever! As a 53 year old Bachelor who has never been married, Jimmy has had many first dates... but this one takes the cake! If laughter is the best medicine, get ready fro a dose of happy!
Author, Speaker, and John Maxwell Coach, Stephanie Winslow retursn to share about her newest book release, 'Joy Unspeakable: Regardless of Your Circumstances'. We discuss how God has use the pain of losing her brother and her mother to allow Stephanie to put into practice what she talks about and teaches on a daily basis. "We all have something that we are suffering through at some point in our life. Pain is a common denominator." - Stephanie Winslow
To Learn more about Stephanie, visit:
StephanieWinslow.com
To connect with Stephanie:
FB: @Stephanie.Winslow.50
Instagram: @mama.wins
YouTube: @StephanieWinslowCupOfHope
Joy Unspeakable is an Amazon Best Seller:
Joy Unspeakable: Regardless of Your Circumstances https://a.co/d/3LaKv3N
Shelly Hood of Widow Rebranded joins us to unpack the sudden loss of her husband, and how becoming a widow at 35 changed her life forever. From diagnosis to death was a total of 49 days. “The reality was he was gone, but I was not.” - Shelly Hood . This experience birthed a new mission in Shelly to create a community that would re-brand being a widow/widower.
How to connect with Shelly:
Shelly Hood or Widow Re-Branded on Facebook - send me a DM that you heard me here, and I’ll send you link to join our FREE weekly zoom hangout sessions!
What an honor to 'Kingdom Kick-it' with former NFL Player and former federal prisoner, Sterling Harris. Sterling tried all life had to offer and found no peace and fulfillment, until God moved him from being a lukewarm and religious Christian, to hearing God's voice and being on Fire for Jesus! Sterling shares how he learned to hear from God and how we can begin recognizing God's voice in our own lives.
For Sterling's book, 'How To Hear God: 10 Ways God Speaks' at:
Sterling Harris Ministries
SterlingHarris.org
Email: Sterling@SterlingHarris.org
Always Remember Jese Loves You and So Do We! - Sterling Harris Ministries
Author, Speaker and Health Advocate, Marion Pyle joins us to share why she wrote her book, Healed, Healthy and Whole: How We Beat Cancer with Integrative Therapies and Essential Healing Strategies. "Most of us have no idea that there might be different healing options available besides the conventional chemo and radiation approaches."
You can find Marion's book on Amazon or at:
Healedhealthyandwhole.com
Producer Jimmy and Christy 'Shoot the Bull' in a tribute to Daddy-O & The Outlaws. Never take your parents for granted. If you are blessed to still have your Dad here on earth, take the time to call him and just 'Shoot the Bull.'
Crystal Partney is a Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Suicide Grief Coach, and the Host of ‘You Are Loved’ podcast. She is also the Founder of Scattering Hope and Owl & Thistle. The day before Crystal’s 32nd birthday, would be the day that changed her life forever. Little did Crystal know, she would receive the devastating news that her sister, Gina had taken her life that morning. Shortly after her sister's suicide, Crystal felt compelled to begin healing right away. “I knew somewhere deep in my spirit that if I didn’t decide that I was going to heal, that I never would.” - Crystal Partney
Crystal’s mission through Scattered Hope is to help others heal after the loss of a loved one to suicide, and to help prevent suicide through Owl & Thistle. You can order an online care-box that helps those who have lost a loved one to suicide at Scatteringhope.com . To order an online care-box to someone you feel needs to be loved and seen go to: Owlanthistle.com
This episode can save lives! Laing Rikkers joins us to share her passion around Sleep Apnea. Laing is a leader in the field of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), an often hidden - and potentially fatal - medical condition. After her sister died of undiagnosed OSA, Laing sought solace from nature and creativity, and wrote Morning Leaves, a book of poetry to help others navigate grief. Her mission now is to save lives by encouraging people to recognize the symptoms of OSA and take better care of themselves and their loved ones.
Laing's website is: https://LaingRikkers.com
Her new book Morning Leaves: Reflections on Loss, Grief, and Connection is available for pre-order here: https://a.co/d/hY6MdZ5
Her book releases May 16, 2023.
Visit Choose Different Media @ https://ChooseDifferent.org
Alcohol Free Coach and Best-Selling Author, Rose Ann Forte' shares how she went from addiction to freedom! Her unique coaching approach empowers others to choose freedom from addiction in a manner that's simple, healing, and healthy.
Rose Ann's Website: https://theplanshehasforme.com
Rose Ann's Book 'The Plans He Has For Me: A 12-Week Daily Devotional for Freedom from Alcohol' https://a.co/d/3rF0qq3
Christy & Producer Jimmy share some of the most memorable highlights covering 99 episodes of 'Everyone Has A Voice.' Some of the most encouraging, entertaining and downright funny moments await you in The 100th Episode!
Brigitte knows what it's like to go from a survivor to thriver. Between beating cancer twice with her intentional approach to health, Brigitte found out she had a rare brain tumor. She had to learn to listen to her instincts and body. Now a recognized expert in health and wellness, Brigitte shares her journey about how she took control of her health. Brigitte encourages us to kepp moving no matter what!
Brigitte's Books are available at: https://BrigitteCutshall.com
sfdgsdgsdg Dr. Kate Lund, a licensed clinical psychologist, peak performance coach, best-selling author and Tedx Speaker, joins us to discuss why failure is a good thing for our kids. WIth a specialized training in medical psychology, she uses a strength and evidenced-based approach to help parents and children build resilience so they can thrive in school, sports, and life. During Kate's childhood, she faced and eventually overcame a difficult childhood illness. she learned at an early age to believe in the possibility that exists on the other side of challenges.
Dr. Kate's best-selling book, 'Bounce: Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive,' is available on Amazon and on Dr. Kate's website at: https://KateLundSpeaks.com
Dr. Kate Lund's TEDx Talk 'Finding Ordinary Within the Extraordinary: The Superpower Children Need' is available on Youtube at: https://youtu.be/-p6YcTsWySU
Paul Renfroe, Author of 'Nobody Sees This You' joins us to discuss how he was born with a life threatening heart defect. Eight times throughout Paul's life, doctors pronounced that he had a fatal condition. Instead of bitterness through these health issues, he chose joy and God delivered him each time.
'Nobody Sees This You' is the 1st book in a 9 book series called 'Unseen.' You can learn more about Paul and his book series at:
https://paradigmlighthouse.com
"Don't start a business unless you have a heart for failure." - Kevin Burke.
My brilliant, entrepreneurial husband joins me in the studio to discuss the ups and downs of business and finances. Kevin reflects on the differences in attempting to do it all himself versus working unto the Lord and living life Biblically.
The musically talented Krista Francis shares her love for God and worship and how she was led to founding Girls With Guitars. We discuss how her connection to Garth Brooks and holy-ghost-imagination brought her to Nashville where she has taught nearly 1000 girls to play guitar.
Gabi Brown is a beautiful, young lady with a heart for Jesus. She has a knack for sharing her faith and design on instagram and other social media. In this episode she shares how social media can be used for both bad and for good, and encourages people to use it for the good and for taking a break from it to engage with people directly.
Author, Pastor Patricia Douglas discusses her adoption story and how her adopted Mom encouraged her to find her biological Mother. Pastor Patricia shares words of healing that released her biological Mother. “I never was angry at you. I never held anything against you.”
Sharmyn Smith of CS3 Farms returns to discuss parasites and more herbal remedies. Do you have chronic pain? Could it possibly be a parasite?
Sharmyn Smith of CS3 Farms shares her passion for herbalism, health and healing. Have you tried all things medical and still don't have healing or answers? This episode is for you. There are many paths to the top of the mountain of health!
Losing a fur baby can be devastating. Producer Jimmy shares about the recent loss of his lil' buddy, Sassy the Kitty.
Neil Getzlow continues to share how he overcame a 40 year addiction to porn and reclaim intimacy in his marriage. "Do you want to turbocharge your sex life with your partner? Stop looking at porn."
Be inspired as Neil Getzlow shares how a life without porn is possible even after a 40 year addiction.
Freedom from guilt and shame is possible. Christy Neal shares 5 wisdom nuggets to overcoming guilt and shame.
Max, a Senior in high school discusses his political stance, backlash from those views, and how one professor made a huge impact on his life. Max encourages youth to use their voice, and his story proves learning from others with differing opinions and beliefs is possible.
Karen Keeley returns to discuss how Jesus has stamped on her heart His ever-present love in her life. She also sings and showcases her voiceover talent!
The talented Karen Keeley shares her story of encountering Jesus for the first time and the wisdom she's learned since that monumental day.
Warning! This episode contains white-noise and may make you sleepy. Christy and Producer Jimmy go rogue on positive affirmations with their #1 fan.
Are you completely over labeling and name calling in today's culture? Christy and Jimmy discuss an unfortunate occurance proving many have forgotten it's ok to have a different opinion.
Would you like to cultivate a relationship of open communication with your kids? Christy shares 5 keys to creating a safe atmosphere of communication with your tweens and teens. It is possible!
Christy & Producer Jimmy discuss twelve warning signs that you may be susceptible to bad habits that can lead to the slippery slope of adultery. “Never say never.” - Christy Neal, Author, Speaker & Founder of Choose Different Media
Linda Zelnik tells us about the sweet story of Zoe proving that miracles still happen today. “We had just gotten home from a trip to Mexico over Mother’s Day, because I could not spend one more Mother’s day with everyone celebrating.” - Linda Zelnik, Author of ‘Burnout To BOOM’, International Speaker & Your Thinking Partner
Dana Horne tackles the crucial need for support and education before and throughout the adoption process. “We are 50% genetics and 50% experience. Your biological families’ decisions aren’t who you are.” - Dana Horne, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specializing in Adoption
Rebecca Davis shares how her passion for dance and academics fashioned a program that serves Rwandan children helping them discover a mind-body connection that fuels their hopes for a better future. “It’s hard for youth to see that ‘better tomorrow’ unless they feel that they have the support of today.” - Rebecca Davis, Founder & Executive Director of MindLeaps
Does the culture have a grip on your teen? Maggie Kavanaugh updates us on The Godfident conferences that equip tweens and teens to live a life they don’t have to recover from. “Our kids cannot see us as perfect because then they try to live up to a standard that is unrealistic, and then their world crumbles.” - Maggie Kavanaugh, Biblical Coach, Counselor & Co-founder of Moving Forward Ministries
Do you have trouble saying ‘No’? Linda Zelnik unpacks what burnout is, what it looks like, what it feels like, and how to turn your burnout into a bounce-back. “We cannot self-care ourselves out of burnout. If we could, we wouldn’t be burned out.” - Linda Zelnik, Author, International Speaker & Your Thinking Partner
Ron Phillips Hill continues to walk us through the rest of the story as he discovers his biological father. “If I were to die tonight, I would be the happiest man.” - Ron Phillips Hill, Songwriter & Marketing Ninja
Ron Phillips Hill walks us through his abandonment, his adoption and finally the discovery of his biological father. “There was always a sense of conflict in my heart.” - Ron Phillips Hill, Songwriter & Marketing Ninja
Inspirational Pop-Artist, NEDY & Drummer, Cheryl Hill explain how being bullied birthed a mission in their hearts to share God’s love with teens and tweens who experience bullying. Hear their anti-bullying anthem, ‘Made To Be’. “God didn’t create us different on accident. He does everything on purpose with a purpose.” - NEDY
Monica Schmelter shares how a God-moment at the age of 13 changed the course of her life forever. “I knew that Jesus was what I wanted, and I knew that was what I had been looking for my entire 13 year old life.” - Monica Schmelter, The Host of Christian Television Network’s daily show ‘Bridges’ & Author of ‘Messy To Meaningful’
Producer Jimmy and Christy discuss the trending 'cancel culture' and how dangerous it can be. How can future generations learn from the past if we keep erasing it?
Born with a very large birthmark, Richella found herself from a very young age in a pattern of constant comparison. "Sometimes what we hold as 'our truths' may not be true at all," Author of Mythical Me and Podcast Host of Friends In Formation.
Learn how author, speaker and entrepreneur, Janell Marie turned the job she hated into an opportunity for financial freedom. "I began to beg God; If you will get me through this, I will find a way to help others out of their desperation," Janell Marie, Author of Kaleidoscope.
Tom lost both parents before the age of 10. He discusses making the shift of being owned by his story, to owning his story, and serving at a grief camp. “It wasn’t until 5 years ago that I started sharing my story. I felt like I had to have it all together. I had to fulfill this image that I created. Telling this story did not fit in with that,” Tom Schaefer, Grief Warrior.
After losing her brother to addiction, author, speaker, and blogger, Stephanie Winslow decides to turn her pain into purpose by creating hope for families of addicts. "God knew better than I did, even though I didn't like the outcome I was seeing," Stephanie Winslow, Author of Ascent To Hope.
Neil shares how the culture seduced him and defines where his addiction to porn began. This is an encouraging, empowering conversation about porn, sex addiction, the shame cycle, and how overcoming is possible! “Our culture is accelerating into the darkness faster than I think we could ever imagine,” Neil Getzlow, Author of Unmasked.
As an atheist for over 50 years, Neil would have never imagined that he would be sharing his testimony of how Jesus set him free from a 40-year bondage to porn addiction. Neil walks us through his miraculous journey of overcoming sexual sin to now enjoying complete freedom. “If you fill yourself up with garbage, that is what you are going to put out into the world,” Neil Getzlow, Author of Unmasked.
Millions of women are struggling in porn affected relationships. Rosie exposes the traumatic impact porn has on the brain and teaches wives how to fight for their marriage. "Instead of fighting against your husband, you need to fight with your husband," Rosie MaKinny, Author of Fight For Love and Podcast Host of Fight For Love.
Are you dismissing your child’s bullying situation as teenage drama? Ava Knott, a 15-year-old advocate against bullying, shares how she was physically paralyzed by conversion disorder brought on by bullying. Her biggest regret is not telling someone sooner. “I thought I was doing the right thing by keeping it to myself,” Ava Knott.
Bernard Salandy, a formal Correctional Officer of over 31 years, gives an emotional account of losing his oldest daughter to a tragic accident. “When you are in a silent mode, and you want to hear the words of Jesus...You will hear it.” - Bernard Salanday
Paula continues to share how God has turned her traumatic, abusive past into an international ministry. “What did you need to know the most when you were hurting the worst?” - Paula Wallace, President of Bloom In The Dark, Television Producer, Author and Speaker
Paula tells of her traumatic childhood experience of being raised in a cult with an abusive environment. She explains how every abused child has an egocentric worldview which causes them to believe the abuse is their fault. “My purity wasn’t about what was done to me.” - Paula Wallace, President of Bloom In The Dark, Television Producer, Author and Speaker
Jenny gives a voice to those who struggle with being obese, and how the public treats you as an overweight individual. After losing 88 lbs, Jenny realized just how invisible she was before her surgery. “It’s not about the weight you lose, but the life you gain.” - Jenny Loftis, Advocate Against Weight Discrimination
Maggie continues to share how God redeemed her destructive lifestyle and is now using her past pain to help teens live a life they will not have to recover from. “God is very resourceful. He never wastes a pain.” - Maggie Kavanaugh
Maggie opens up about her very dysfunctional childhood that led to a destructive lifestyle of drug addiction, sexual immorality, relationship addiction, and co-dependence. But God. Maggie is now a Biblical Coach & Counselor, and Co-founder of Moving Forward Ministries.
After learning about her husband’s affairs and secret life, Cortney was able to walk through the pain of infidelity to the other side into complete healing and forgiveness. Cortney Donelson, Author, Speaker and Entrepreneur, shares how she heard from God, “Don’t Leave Yet”.
Clay Callahan, Owner of Convergent Concierge Physical Therapy, explains how his job loss in 2020 turned into a new business venture that brings healing therapy to people in their homes. “For every single day that you are in bed, it takes one week for your body to recover from that one day in bed. Exercise is medicine.” - Clay Callahan.
Greg Horn speaks to his own experience with losing his business, his marriage, and his home within a 24 hour period that left him suicidal. He is now passionate about saving others from taking their own lives. “God will make a way where there seems to be no way.” - Greg Horn, Executive Director of ‘HOPE is Here’ Ministries in Lexington, KY.
At the young age of 16, Ava Paige has literally sang herself through the battle of Leukemia. Hear Ava’s wisdom, and how she discovered her lifeline of hope by singing with Kelly Clarkson. “Use your circumstances in life to push your dream.” - Ava Paige, Singer, Songwriter & Founder of Pick’n & Kick’n Cancer with Ava Paige.
Christy & Producer Jimmy discuss why this season took over a year to produce. Through the pandemic, tornados, injuries, and sold studios…we share positives despite the ’storms’ of 2020.
Terry shares how she almost walked through divorce, but as a parent of adult children chose different and is grateful she did. “I feel like God did rescue our marriage. Not for just us, but for the sake of our children.“ - Terry Coulter, Fitness Trainer & Motivational Speaker
Bring peace and harmony to your life through home organization. Nicole explores how organization can be an art. “You can balance your life with organization.” - Nicole Harris, Investigator & Organization Blogger
Is home birth right for you? How do you prepare? Beth compares her first two experiences of labor and delivery at hospitals versus her last four experiences with home birth. “Home birth preparation is mind work.” - Beth Wehmeyer, Childbirth Educator & Momma of Six
Producer Jimmy explains how losing his job of over 21 years has opened an exciting new door of opportunity. “It was almost like a weight was lifted off my shoulders.” - Jimmy Tidwell
Ginny announces The Bloom Channel, the latest venture of The Bloom Team in helping others heal from trauma . Are you ready to thrive and experience total freedom? “There is another option.” - Ginny Priz, The Single Handed Serenity Coach
A dog saves two families in the Nashville tornado of March 2020. Deborah shares how her family dog, Maggie warned them before the winds wreaked havoc on their Donelson neighborhood. “Oh they got that right on Twister! It really does sound like that!” - Deborah Kilgore, Nashville Realtor & Tornado Survivor
Sheila returns to share more about her miraculous story of survival, her book, and how there is always hope. “When we let go of the burdens, then we can move on.” - Sheila Preston Fitzgerald, Speaker & Author of One Foot In Heaven
Sheila teaches us to choose happy and not crappy as she tells her compelling story of how she survived a near fatal motorcycle accident. “It’s a miracle that I wasn’t decapitated.” - Sheila Preston Fitzgerald, Speaker & Author of One Foot In Heaven
Anthony takes us through his wild journey from professional boxer to prison to TV preaching. “All of my outward craziness was because of my inward emptiness based on fear.” - Anthony Cooper, Former Reality TV Star (The Contender) & Founder of Ring of Faith Ministries
2020 has given us anything BUT perfect vision! Christy & Producer Jimmy discuss the shenanigans of this new decade thus far and discover blessings despite being quarantined.
How to retain your joy when the storms of life hit. Lisa shares her faith walk through her husband’s stage 3 pancreatic cancer diagnosis. She encourages us to choose joy instead of disappointment. “Is he gone today? Then don’t live in tomorrow.” - Lisa Miller-Rich, Ordained Pastor, Motivational Speaker & Author of ‘218 Ways To Own Joy’
Learning to let the voice of God marinate. When God tells us something, it doesn’t necessarily mean right now. “Yet. It hasn’t happened yet.” - Lisa Miller-Rich, Ordained Pastor, Motivational Speaker & Author of ‘218 Ways To Own Joy’
Christy talks about the ‘why’ behind not giving her daughter a phone until she was 14. Delayed gratification breeds appreciation.
One of the biggest fears in life is being alone. Amy shares her story of being single, being conned, and bouncing back. “God is a redeeming God.” - Amy Butler, Author, Speaker & Teacher
Don’t stop moving! Find what you love so you can remain active …even if it’s just ten minutes a day. It is possible! “Just give me ten!” - Terry Coulter, Fitness Trainer & Motivational Speaker
"No one else is going to make your body their priority. You’ve go to do it yourself. It will pay off.” - Leslie Squires, Massage & Self Care Specialist
Great parenting is possible even after a failed marriage. Tammy gives hope for complex families. Learn co-parenting tools that serve as a road map on how to share time, how to communicate, and how to make decisions. “Give your child a FULL family with two homes.” - Tammy Daughtry, Founder of Co-Parenting International & Author of ‘Co-Parenting Works! Helping Your Children Thrive After Divorce’
Be inspired by Connie’s story of going from a dead place in her life where she had nothing left but a broken heart to a deeper understanding of God’s love. "God is always pursuing us with His love."- Connie Smith, Author & Inspirational Speaker
Be productive without planning. Learn six abilities to become more efficient, productive and intentional. “I do not plan!” - Amber Davis, Author, Consultant, YouTuber & Blogger
Feel healthier and more energized! Learn how real food, strategic fitness, and slowing down pays off. “Healthy eating is not just grabbing a salad everyday for lunch.” - Angel Scott, Wholistic Lifestyle Coach
Sarah Jones, Advocate For Moms Who Have Experienced PPROM. Preterm Premature Rupture of the Membranes (PPROM) is a pregnancy complication. Sarah walks us through her experience with PPROM, and the aftermath of grief turned into anger that began effecting her marriage. She is now passionate about speaking life to those who have experienced PPROM and uses her own marital wisdom to help other married couples survive their loss.
Emily Zapton, Survivor of sexual abuse, continues to share her inspiring story of trauma survival, teenage pregnancy, truth, bravery and overcoming the impossible!
Emily Zapton, Survivor of sexual abuse, shares her detailed story of survival through an extremely traumatic childhood. She goes on to become a rebellious teenager who finds herself pregnant. Hear her story of childhood abuse, healing, and overcoming impossible odds.
Nicole Valentine Vaughn, the Community School Manager at Two Rivers Middle in Nashville. Nicole shares that one in five youth in Nashville are experiencing food insecurity. There is a huge need for community engagement. Learn how you can help.
Rodrick Butler, Cancer Conqueror & Financial Planner. Rodrick speaks to the aggressive, daily strategy he took after hearing his cancer diagnosis. Learn how to face fear and NOT let it control you.
Mitzi Zeitz, Fantastic Mom of 3 & Fabulous Wife. Mitzi inspires us to NOT reject those who are born different. She shares her inspirational journey through childhood abuse, rejection, and the struggle of finding her self-worth. Now on the other side...there is Purpose, JOY, and a Love for who she is today!
Debbie Cunningham - Jazz Artist, Author & Speaker. Debbie shares her passion about her book ‘Dancing In The Kitchen’ and her mission to help couples stay in love. You CAN build lasting love in your marriage.
AnnaMaria Finn - Preacher’s Daughter, 6th Grade Teacher, Mom of 3 Girls & A Grace Warrior. Anna shares her walk of shame through an unplanned pregnancy out of wedlock that nearly ended in abortion. Hear how she felt led to have her child, and how her decision to choose life has impacted her today. You CAN like who you are again!
Our thoughts become our actions. If we are constantly bombarded with negative self-chatter, those beliefs will limit our future potential. Learn how a 21 Day Challenge can change your life for the better!
When Everything is Lost, ALL is GAIN! God is a Restorer, a Redeemer, & a Turner! …Even for those who have committed adultery. Healing & Flourishing after failure is absolutely possible!
Sue discusses letting go of the things that hide our true beauty, and how she discovered her voice after years of being silenced by shame, guilt and fear. “If I can’t see myself, then you can’t see me.” - Sue McGray, Author, Speaker & Director of Christian Women In Media, Nashville TN Association.
Leslie shares about tackling negative self-limiting beliefs as a single parent and speaking life over your kids. "What is my truth right now? And the truth was...my life was not over, and the beauty was not over." - Leslie Squires, Massage & Self Care Specialist.
Carrie continues to share her wisdom about life after divorce, dating as a single Mom, and love-bombing that eventually leads to second divorce.
"I found myself slipping into depression and that's what caused the great divide between us." Carrie shares her journey through a divided home, divorce and then her hunt for happiness.
Dr. Ray explains the cycle of abuse, trauma repetition and how to recognize the red flags. “Shame hits our brain the same way as trauma does.” - Dr. Kaka Ray, Owner of TN Neuro Feedback, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Neurotherapist.
Dr. Ray addresses trauma, the brain's reaction to it, and alternative treatments to avoid medication. "The brain remembers when something bad has happened to it...You can change things." - Dr. Kaka Ray, Owner of TN Neuro Feedback, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified Neurotherapist.
Heather shares about the loss of Alivia to SIDS, the walk through her grief, the misconceptions about grief, and how to have low expectations of self during a season of loss. “If I am going to get through this, I must allow myself to take a step back in life.” - Heather Castro, Owner of Vintage Farmhouse Interiors.
Eating disorders can take your life. Now a Professional Counselor, Evonna explains maladaptive behavior, purging and cutting. "I took my emotional pain out on my physical body." - Evonna Surrette - Licensed Professional Counselor & Founder of Refined Hope.
From Prison to Pulpit: Part 2 with Todd Byrd - Todd continues to share his journey of discovering Jesus after 17 years in and out of prison. “Jesus can be everything to everybody…You’ve got to find out who Jesus is to you.” - Pastor Todd Byrd of the Vineyard Church in Milan, TN.
After 17 years in and out of prison, Todd finds Jesus in solitary confinement. Hear how his life radically changed from a path of violence to a path of evangelism. “I’ve done every drug that’s known to man. Unless you’ve been through it, you can’t relate to it.” - Pastor Todd Byrd of the Vineyard Church in Milan, TN.
Producer Jimmy delves into a heart-felt look at his 30 year career in radio, and how he landed back in Nashville. He shares words of wisdom learned from caring for his parents who both battled cancer. Be inspired to care for and speak love to your parents while you can.
Ginny Priz - Author, Speaker & TV Personality - Part 2… Ginny continues to tackle a variety of topics:
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Childhood & life with a prosthetic
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Some symptoms that you've experienced abuse
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How gaslighting works
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How following God after a DUI turned into a ministry
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How God expanded that ministry all over the world through The Bloom Today TV show
Ginny Priz - Author, Speaker & TV Personality - Part 1… Ginny covers a variety of topics - even some that "should" be depressing. You'll hear about:
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Childhood & life with a prosthetic
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Some symptoms that you've experienced abuse
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How gaslighting works
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How following God after a DUI turned into a ministry
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How God expanded that ministry all over the world through The Bloom Today TV show
Michelle Moore - Award Winning Author, Speaker & Podcast Host - shares her story of being abandoned by her parents at a young age and how forgiving them radically changed her life. Learn through Michelle’s story how choosing to forgive can set you free!
Producer Jimmy tells how one bad decision cost him his toe. Listen and learn how choosing different can save your toes. Literally.
Hope Beryl Green - Author, Speaker & Human Rights Activist - Part 2… Hope continues to share her gut-wrenching testimony of being born into sex slavery. She brings a raw look into the world of human trafficking encouraging us to become Street Warriors against this evil epidemic. This episode is another must-listen.
Hope Beryl Green - Author, Speaker & Human Rights Activist - Part 1… Hope pours out her gut-wrenching testimony of being born into sex slavery. She brings a raw look into the world of human trafficking allowing us to become more aware of this epidemic that is closer to home than one might think. This episode is a must-listen.
Jason Goolesby - Songwriter & Journalist - Jason talks on how he overcame a decade-long addiction to alcohol. “I wasn’t even a good lost-Christian.” Be inspired by his story, and how choosing different brought amazing blessings into his life!
Angel Scott - Fitness, Nutrition & Wholistic Lifestyle Coach - Angel shares her battle with Graves disease and how it helped feed her passion for health, fitness & lifestyle coaching. Be inspired to choose a healthier life!
Adultery in the church: How does it happen? Christy exposes the slow-fade of this silent epidemic and turns her mess into a message of hope. Learn from her testimony and choose different.