Marci in the Middle: Recent Episodes
Marci in the Middle
Marci in the Middle is a podcast about real life and the transitions that come along with it. Here we talk about everything from relationships, to finding yourself and your place in the world, aging, as well as food, faith and everything fun. Just think of me as an older sister who’s gonna share her friends and maybe a few things I’ve learned along the way. Episodes premiere every other Monday and you can always find me on Instagram and Facebook @marciinthemiddle and on the web at marciinthemiddle.com. Whatever you’re in the middle of, remember - you’re not alone - and I hope to see you soon!
I don’t know about you, but I just love being around someone who is really living life, taking on new challenges, and also encouraging others to do the same. Shani Wilson is one of those people, and in this episode she shares about her life and growth as a person. She is beautiful and hilarious- constantly working to achieve her goals, loving her family, and following hard after Jesus. She is refreshingly real, and you are absolutely going to love her!
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When I first met Chloe, I was immediately drawn to her zest for life. While she has battled CF her whole life, she hasn’t let that slow her down or dim her light. She’s a true beauty with a big smile and wisdom that only comes from persevering through difficult times. In this episode, Chloe shares about the loss of her sister, life with Cystic Fibrosis, and the best surprise of her life. Her story is sure to remind you that life is what you make it and to make every second count!
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In today’s world, there is almost no one who hasn’t been personally affected by substance-abuse or addiction. And while it may seem impossible to overcome, today’s guest has a beautiful story of not only overcoming addiction but also living a life to help others out of the same darkness. Ashley Self is a beautiful example of hope, perseverance, and victory, and you are going to love her story. If you or anyone, you know, struggles with substance-abuse or addiction of any kind, this episode will encourage and empower you to not give up!
We like to include resources for those who may be looking for help. Below are just a few.
https://www.celebraterecovery.com/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088902489517&mibextid=LQQJ4d
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Today’s guest knows what it’s like to face her fears and follow her dreams. Several years ago Tabitha Richardson took a chance and began the process of obtaining her real estate license. Now she runs her own real estate company, 4 T Land Group, which has grown into a very successful business while also being a devoted wife & mom. Today, Tabitha shares what obstacles and mindsets she had to overcome and all the things she’s learned in the process. After listening to Tabitha’s story, you’ll be inspired to leave your comfort zone to pursue your own goals and chase your dreams!
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Today’s guest is Kristi Usher Harbuck, a dear friend, who has been through a lot. From losing her first husband to cancer, raising three kids as a young widow, and then finding love and happiness again., Kristi shares her journey through the best and worst of times. This is a very honest conversation about good things and hard things and holding on to hope through the unimaginable. If you are going through a hard season and struggling to find hope, this is the episode for you.
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Today’s guest is Jennifer Irvin, a friend and inspiration. Jennifer is a small town girl who grew a multi-million dollar business and then left it to follow her convictions. She continues to pursue new dreams and crush her goals while lifting others up along the way. Jennifer champions other women, and her story will leave you hopeful and fired up to follow your own passions and purpose!
Jennifer owns a fabulous boutique, The Cosmic Hippie, in Whitesboro, TX which you definitely need to visit in person or online at shopcosmichippie.com or on Instagram @shopcosmichippie .
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Y’all are just going to LOVE today’s guest, Breanna Webber! She is a friend and an inspiration. Bre and her husband, Chris, have struggled through infertility and found hope on the other side; she is beautiful, brave, genuine, and funny. Breanna graciously and candidly sat down with me to share their story of disappointment, loss, and unexpected joy as they’ve ridden the roller coaster ride of infertility and fostering. Their story is both beautiful and hard, as life usually is, but it’s definitely going to leave you with hope.
Breanna mentioned several resources in our interview. These are a few:
Waitingforbabybird.com
IVF Warriors- support group on Facebook
Fostering Change podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/6tSWSLs0ScWU1AFP7lykcy?si=sEijDuwdQpiZw8or2MUfjQ
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Kelly J. Norman was my very first guest last January, and we loved her so much that I thought I would have her back to check in as we begin 2024! You may remember that she is a life & business coach, an author and Bible teacher as well as a wife and mom. Today, we talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and how to know when you might want to work with a life coach. Kelly is inspiring and wise when it comes to personal development so buckle up and get ready for a very informative and motivating conversation!
Follow @kellyjnorman on Instagram, and visit her website at kellyjnorman.com to set up your own personal coaching sessions, corporate training events, and keynote presentations.
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Today’s guest, Ashley Bachmann, shares about her new book, Caught Off Guard: A Testimony of Overcoming Suffering through Trusting God and Embracing Community. This is an incredible story of rescue as Ashley broke free from a tumultuous marriage and started over with nothing except her faith. Ashley shares about writing her book, the importance of community, and offers encouragement to anyone facing a difficult situation. Her story is a beautiful example of God’s grace and will give you hope to face your own battles!
Caught Off Guard is available for preorder now and can be purchased on Ashley’s website:
https://www.ashleybachmann.com
OR on Amazon at:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ashley-Bachmann/author/B0CNS1GYSK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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Today’s guest is Julie Busler, a wife & mom, speaker & author who graciously and honestly shares the story of her mental health journey through depression. She and her husband Ryan served as missionaries to Turkey for several years when she was overcome with debilitating PTSD and depression. She even considered ending her life. Instead, after seeking help both mentally and physically, Julie is now thriving and has written a book about how God continues to walk her through recovery. Her story of hope is both raw and beautiful. I am so grateful for her bravery and boldness. Her book, Joyful Sorrow : Breaking Through the Darkness of Mental Illness, is available on Amazon or wherever books are sold.
https://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Sorrow-Breaking-Through-Darkness/dp/B0BCHDLL31/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2JASDHA7VLIJ4&keywords=joyful+sorrow+julie+busler&qid=1699845605&sprefix=joyful+sor%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1
Follow Julie at:
Facebook: @Julie Busler, Author
Instagram: @juliebusler
Website: www.JulieBusler.com
WARNING:This episode contains content relating to suicide and may be triggering. If you or anyone you know is contemplating suicide, please call 988 for immediate assistance.
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Today’s guest is Christi Copeland, who has spent a year trying to recover from a surgery gone wrong . She is a warm, funny, loyal friend who has showed us all what it looks like to persevere. In this episode, Christi is sharing her story of recovery and all the things she’s learned along the way. You can follow her on TikTok @christicopeland.
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Today’s guest is Jordan Rainer, Nashville recording artist, songwriter and musician. Born in Atoka, Jordan left home to follow her dreams and is now a contestant on NBC’s The Voice. She joined me for a conversation about her career and some of the obstacles she’s overcome as she continues to find her way and build her career. Jordan’s humor, grit, honesty, and voice are just a few things that you’re going to love about her! She is already a huge success, but she’s just getting started, and I’m so glad she let us in on the journey.
Follow along with Jordan at Jordanrainerofficial.com and be sure to join her fan club, The Spitfire Nation, for special events and opportunities.
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The first season of Marci in the Middle is coming to a close, and I ended with my best guest yet: my mom. She is a true beauty, inside and out. She is strong, kind, encouraging, and the absolute best mother, I know. I couldn’t let Mother’s Day go by without interviewing her. She graciously shares about her life and some of the joys and sorrows life has held. I am ridiculously lucky to have her as a mom, and I think you’re gonna love her too.
Thank you so much for listening over the past few months; I have thoroughly enjoyed each guest and hearing from you about your favorites. We will start again in the fall, and may have a few special episodes this summer. If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a rating and a review. And, of course, share it with your friends!
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Today’s guest is my good friend and superstar Crystal Robinson. She has had an extraordinary career in women’s basketball as a player and a coach, and in this episode we reminisce as Crystal shares what she’s learned along the way! If you haven’t read her book, order Finding Myself today on Amazon.
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My friend, Amy Seiffert, just launched her new book, Starved, and I’m here to tell you that you need it now! Amy is a speaker, author, wife, mother, and on the teaching staff at Brookside Church. She has written a beautiful and timely book that offers a look at the things that starve us and some simple practices that can nourish our souls and heal our brokenness. In this episode, she shares her heart and her story of dealing with her son’s Crohn’s Disease. Amy is gracious, wise, and encouraging- the “real deal.” You can find her on the Youversion Bible app, on Instagram @amyseiffert , and at AmySeiffert.com. Starved is available wherever books are sold.
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April is Autism Awareness Month, and today you’re going to hear from 2 amazing women who share what it’s like to raise an autistic child. Brina and DeeDee share the joys, struggles, laughter, and tears that go along with being a mom as they share their own personal stories of life with autistic children. They will also be sharing valuable resources available through The Owen Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps caregivers get the best available care for their autistic children. You can find information at theowenfoundation.org and on Facebook. You are going to leave inspired and thankful for life even when it doesn’t turn out like you planned.
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My friend, Shannon, and her son, Walker are sharing their story. In 2017, Walker had a diving accident while swimming with friends and is now in a wheelchair. The accident drastically impacted his life and the life of his family, to say the least. Today this mother and son duo will give their perspectives on how to not only survive but thrive after a serious accident. This is an inspiring story of turning tragedy into triumph, and I know you’re going to love these two as we laugh, cry, and everything in between! If you feel like life is just too hard right now, this episode is for you.
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Today's guest is Leslie Clingenpeel from The Spring, a shelter and survivor treatment center for human sex trafficking and domestic violence survivors. The Spring is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma and serves the entire state. Today Leslie shares information on human trafficking in Oklahoma, ways to prevent trafficking of those around you, and explains the services that her organization, The Spring, offers to survivors. This is a very forthright conversation about the sex trafficking industry and topics surrounding so please consider that before listening.
For more information about The Spring, go to www.thespringok.org.
24/7 Crisis Line: (918) 245-4075
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She may be young, but Janelle Batts has lived long enough to fight a battle more than once. I can't wait for you to hear her story of overcoming personal addiction and fighting for her marriage after her husband, Kevin, had to deal with PSTD after his military service. They went from surviving to thriving and now work together in conservative media. If you are tired of fighting for the life you want, give this episode a listen; you're not alone, and victory is possible!
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I can't wait for you to hear from Susie McEntire Eaton as she shares her story and what she's learned along the way. She's a country gospel music superstar who has escaped an abusive marriage and gone on to find love, happiness, and continued success. Susie is a true beauty and an inspiration to women everywhere. She's won countless awards, but she's not even close to being done, and if you didn't already love her, you will after listening!
Warning: This episode contains some content that may be triggering to some. We want you to know before listening that it references domestic violence. If you or someone you love is in a dangerous relationship, please know that there is help available. To reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline, call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788.
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Today's guests are some of the most inspiring, funny, and genuine people I know. (They're also some of my favorite cousins!) Stan and Renae Cochran have faced the unexpected in life and daily live a beautiful example of living with hope when things aren't easy and don't make sense. If you are going through a difficult season or facing a challenge that seems to be too much, this episode is for you!
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I can't wait for you to hear from my dear friend and life strategist, Kim Swindall. She has spent the last few years going through several life transitions and is sharing what she's learned and how she's grown in these seasons of great change. Kim is wise, real, and kind, and you're going to learn so much from her! You may visit her website at canvasandcompass.com to schedule a personal life strategy session as well as corporate sessions which can take your business to the next level.
Kelly Norman has spent lots of time coaching and encouraging people to live their best lives. She's a business trainer, keynote speaker, and author of Living to Leave a Legacy. I think you're going to love today's conversation which is full of truth, humor, and several practical tools for personal growth & development. Follow @kellyjnorman on Instagram, and visit her website at kellyjnorman.com to set up your personal coaching sessions, corporate training events, and keynote presentations.
Join me and my personal trainer, PJ Humphrey, as we talk about fitness in real life. It can be overwhelming to begin a fitness plan, but PJ shares some great advice with us "regular people" who want to start the year off setting healthy goals. Follow @fitwithpj on Instagram to connect and keep up with her latest fitness challenges!