Life Talk Podcast: Recent Episodes
Susan Penner
In this episode, Susan talks to Tara Reimer from Cloud 9 Ranch. Tara talks about the power of equine therapy, explaining how horses make all decisions in order to stay safe, which is true of people as well. Her experiences and stories provide incredible insight into our own lives.
In this episode, Susan talks to Janet Campbell, CEO & President of the Joy Smith Foundation. They will be discussing human trafficking, including how it happens, how to spot it, and who is vulnerable.
In this episode, Susan talks to Candace Loewen about her experience of miscarrying a baby at 20 weeks and how it was the impetus for her to start a pregnancy & infant loss support group, which later became Angel Baby.
In this episode, Susan talks to Steph Wiens about how to balance having a career while being a mom. They also delve into the roles of men and women, and how it is never too late to explore career aspirations.
In this episode, Susan talks to Meg Pfeifer-Brandt about how we can support someone living with Alzheimer’s, as well as their caregivers. Although the conversation focuses on Alzheimer’s and Dementia, there is a lot of good insight to help with any diagnosis and with aging in general.
In this episode, Susan talks to Monica Snyder from Secular Pro-Life about the secular case for life. Monica has written and spoken extensively on the pro-life debate; her work is intelligent, articulate, and well-researched. Although many people view pro-life support as being motivated by religious beliefs, Monica is a great example of the growing number of atheists and agnostics who support life.
In this episode, Susan talks to Jody Arsenault about Living Intentionally. Jody shares how being conceived in rape has made her realize how precious life is. She approaches life with a willingness to be intentional with others and to see God’s hand in difficult circumstances, including her daughter’s Lyme Disease diagnosis.
In this episode, Susan talks to Melanie Reimer, the founder of Selah Place. Selah Place is an incredible new organization whose mission is to provide a safe healing home to educate, equip, and embolden mothers in need.
In this episode, Susan talks to Sandi Toews about her struggle with body dysmorphia and her journey towards restoring a healthy relationship with her body.
In this episode, Susan talks to Candice Bakx-Friesen. Candice is a money manager coach and business coach and has some great advice when it come to money as it relates to crisis situations, tips on better money management in general, and the importance of having a will in place.
In this episode, Susan talks to Shelia Wray Gregoire about her new book She Deserves Better. It is a refreshing conversation about the unbiblical messages women & men have been taught about sexuality, the damage it has caused, and a healthier way forward.
In this episode, Susan talks to Jordan Guilford, founder of Gems for Gems and Hope’s Cradle, about her work in empowering domestic abuse survivors and what inspired her to start Hope’s Cradle.
In this episode, Susan talks to Alex about MAiD - what it is, the concerns surrounding Canada's MAiD legislation, and how it is impacting our culture.
In this episode, Susan talks to Michael Zwaagstra about three views of hell, including traditionalism, conditionalism, and universalism.
In this episode, Susan talks to Annabelle Kehler about her journey through infertility. Infertility is something at 1 in 8 couples struggle with, yet it is rarely talked about.
In this episode, Susan talks to Jamie Penner about What Matters in the End, including why thinking about the end of our lives can actually give us better lives right now, what are some things to consider if we ever receive a difficult diagnosis, and how we can support others dealing with illness. Jamie is an expert in end-of-life care and is particularly passionate about supporting family caregivers.
In this episode, Susan and Thom discuss deconstruction, discrediting those with different doctrine, fear-based faith, and what Christians need to agree on.
In this episode, Susan talks to Trish Braun about what led to her & Mike’s decision to adopt six children from Ukraine, the realities of parenting adopted children, and what we can do to support foster and adoptive families.
In this episode, Susan talks to Cari Thiessen about life with a chronically sick child. Three-year-old Hallie was born with a congenital gastro-intestinal disease that has been virtually impossible to diagnose and even harder to treat.
In this episode, Susan talks to Marina Reimer about her son Jackson’s brain injury, including what happened and how it has changed their lives.
In this episode, Susan interviews Thom van Dycke about Purity Culture, including what it is, how it has impacted men & women, and what a better way forward looks like.