Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Episode 336: Vinko Bogataj

 

Former ski jumper

            Vinko Bogataj became famous for the snippet of his ski crash that was highlighted in each opening of ABC’s Wide World of Sports with the words "...the agony of defeat." Vinko sat down with me to talk about his passion for skiing, his love of art, and his perspective of the famous crash.

            Please enjoy the 336th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Vinko Bogataj. Vinko, thank you so much for your time. It was a gift to hear your perspective of not only the crash but the many moments in life when we fall. 

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Friday, November 6, 2026

Episode 335: Katsura

 

            Katsura sat down with me to talk about how she came to the United States, her journey to knowing the Lord, and how she started her social media channel to encourage others and share her unique experience.

            Please enjoy the 335th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Katsura. Katsura, thank you so much for sharing your story with me. It was such a gift to talk with you!

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Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Episode 334: Kara Killmer

 

Actress

            It was a gift to sit down with Kara Killmer, famous for portraying Sylvie Brett in "Chicago Fire," to talk about her role of Lady Julia in the upcoming biopic, "Jimmy," which hits theaters nationwide this weekend.

            Please enjoy the 334th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kara Killmer. Kara, thank you for talking with me about your passion for this film. 

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Friday, October 30, 2026

Episode 333: Grace Yockey

 

            Grace Yockey is in her twenties, and she is her grandmother's primary caregiver. She left what many would consider the American dream to live with her grandmother who has dementia. Grace sat down with me to talk about caregiving as a young adult, her special relationship with her grandma, and Grace's perspective of success.

            Please enjoy the 333rd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Grace Yockey. Grace, thank you so much for talking with me about your life with your grandma. It was a gift to hear your story! 

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