A Glimpse Into a Life: Juliet Barker

 

Literary biographer and historian

           Attention all literature nerds!! If you are a fan of Jane Eyre or Wuthering Heights, I would highly recommend giving this interview a watch. Juliet Barker is a British literary biographer and historian who sat down with me to discuss the lives of the Brontë sisters and their written works.

           Please enjoy the eighty-fifth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Juliet Barker. Thank you, Juliet, for such an engaging and informative interview about the Brontë sisters!

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Kurt Bestor

 

Composer

           Kurt Bestor talked with me about his love of music, and how he sees music as a means to bring healing and harmony to the world. Kurt Bestor's musical oratorio, The Redeemer, will be performed at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland this Thursday, March 28th, from 7-8:30 p.m.

           Please enjoy the eighty-fourth episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Kurt Bestor. Thank you, Kurt, for sharing your love of music with me!

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Corina Caba

Founder and Director of Hope House Family Center

           Corina Caba was the mother of fifteen baby orphans in her early twenties in Romania shortly after the fall of Communism in the country. Corina shared with me how she started caring for Romanian orphans, how the Lord provided for her needs and those of her children, and the beauty of singleness in service to Christ. 

           Please enjoy the eighty-third episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Corina Caba. Thank you, Corina, for sharing your life story with me! I was so encouraged. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Dean Butler

 

Actor and Author

             Dean Butler, who played Almanzo Wilder on the popular TV series Little House on the Prairie, talked with me about being known as an iconic character, his fascination with voice acting, and how he wishes we as people would interact with one another.

           Please enjoy the eighty-second episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Dean Butler. Thank you, Dean, for taking time to share a part of your life story with me!

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A Glimpse Into a Life: Nightbirde's sister, Kate Marczewski

 

Sister of Jane Marczewski, aka "Nightbirde"

             Kate Marczewski sat down with me to discuss her grieving process after her sister's death, Kate's love for missions, and the importance of Christian community.

           Please enjoy the eighty-first episode of a "glimpse into a life" series highlighting Kate Marczewski. Thank you, Kate, for sharing your heart for the Lord and others with me. 

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Three Christian Gals Discuss Barbie

 

Danielle Richardson (Host), Emma Armbrust, and GraceAnna Schmidt

            This was such a fun episode to put together! Huge thank you to my fellow ladies, Emma and GraceAnna. In light of the recent Oscars, I didn't think it was too late to publish an episode on the film, Barbie. So, sit back and relax as three Christian gals discuss Barbie. We would love to hear your thoughts!

           Please enjoy the eightieth episode of "Lament of Hope." Thank you, Emma and GraceAnna, for such a fun and intriguing conversation!

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A Glimpse Into a Life Series: Emma Warren

 

Member of Celtic Woman

            Emma Warren joined Celtic Woman less than a year ago, and now is touring the U.S. for their 20th anniversary tour. Emma talked with me about her experience with the group so far, how she unwinds during the hectic tour schedule, and what song she hopes to try her hand at someday.

           Please enjoy the seventy-ninth installment in a "glimpse into a life series" highlighting Emma Warren. Thank you, Emma, for taking time out of your full schedule to speak with me! 

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A Glimpse Into a Life Series: Jessica Steen

Actress

            Jessica Steen is a Canadian actress who is currently acting in the CBC Heartland series. Jessica talked with me about the unhealthy obsession culture has for depressing entertainment, aging in acting, and her take on the spirituality of nature.

           Please enjoy the seventy-eighth installment in a "glimpse into a life series" highlighting Jessica Steen. Thank you, Jessica, for giving me a glimpse into your story. 

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A Glimpse Into a Life Series: Elizabeth Ford

 

CEO & Executive Director of BetterALife

            Elizabeth Ford knows what it is like to be hungry. She grew up sitting outside of 7-Eleven asking customers for quarters so that she could buy a hotdog. Elizabeth talked with me about her upbringing, her relationship with her mom, and how she came to start BetterALife, a nonprofit organization in Purcellville, Virginia that ministers to children and families in need.

           Please enjoy the seventy-seventh installment in a "glimpse into a life series" highlighting Elizabeth Ford. Thank you, Elizabeth, for sharing your inspiring story with me! 

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