Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Episode 331: Kristen Armstrong

 

Wife, legal guardian, and mother

            Kristen Armstrong's life was changed forever when her husband of two years, Brandon, was in a car accident that left him with permanent brain damage. Kristen sat down with me to talk about the early years of Brandon's injury, her decision to become his legal guardian and ultimately remarry, and the sustaining power of her faith.

            Please enjoy the 331st episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kristen Armstrong. Kristen, thank you for sharing your story with me and my audience. It was such a gift to connect with you. 

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Friday, October 9, 2026

Episode 330: Kelsey King Vandermyde

 

            Kelsey King Vandermyde grew up in a cabin in Montana with no electricity, a pet deer, and living off the land. She was one of twenty siblings. Kelsey sat down with me to talk about the fear that drove her father to raise his family in the mountains, her life in the cabin, and her journey to becoming a Mormon.

            Please enjoy the 330th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kelsey King Vandermyde. Kelsey, thank you for sharing your story with me and my audience. 

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Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Episode 329: Moriah Smallbone

 

            Moriah Smallbone sat down with me to share more about her musical contribution to the upcoming "Jimmy" film, her passion for living authentically, and how she is embracing laughter and enjoying her own company.

            Please enjoy the 329th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Moriah Smallbone. Moriah, thank you for blessing me and my audience with your laughter and passion for embracing to the fullest the life God has given you. 

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Friday, October 2, 2026

Episode 328: Jackie Darby

 

            Jackie Darby's newborn cries were heard by a missionary nurse passing a landfill in Seoul, Korea in 1963. Jackie sat down with me to talk about the trauma of her birth, her adoption story, and her struggle with identity.

            Please enjoy the 328th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Jackie Darby. Jackie, thank you for sharing your story with me, and for all you do to bring hope to those longing to belong. 

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