Episode 327: David Heflin

 

Founder of Broken & Mended

            David Heflin is the founder of Broken & Mended, which is a ministry dedicated to providing community for those living with chronic illness. David sat down with me to share his journey and daily life with Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and Crohn's, as well as his heart for those who live in physical pain.

            Please enjoy the 327th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting David Heflin. David, thank you for coming on the show to share your journey with chronic illness and how much you care for those who physically suffer. 

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Episode 326: Emma Schroeder

 

Wife and mom

            Emma Schroeder is a few months out from her 21st birthday but she has already been married for almost two years and has a five-month-old daughter. Emma sat down with me to talk about her journey as a young wife and mom. 

            Please enjoy the 326th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Emma Schroeder. Emma, it was a gift to talk with you! Thank you for coming on the show and sharing your story with me. 

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Episode 325: Susie Singer Carter

 

Filmmaker and advocate

            Award-winning filmmaker, Susie Singer Carter, cofounded the nonprofit, ⁠ROAR 4 LTC⁠, which seeks to expose and end elderly abuse within long-term care facilities. Susie sat down with me to share her mother's own painful experience, the dangers of when care becomes a corporation, and ROAR's first ever national walk advocating for reform. 

            Please enjoy the 325th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Susie Singer Carter. Susie, I am so grateful for the work you are doing to bring awareness to such darkness. Thank you for being on the show!

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Episode 324: Margaux Sauvé

 

Singer

            Margaux Sauvé is the vocalist for the music group, Ghostly Kisses, named after one of the lines in William Faulkner’s short poem "Une ballade des dames perdues." Margaux sat down with me to talk about her creative process, how Ghostly Kisses came to be, and the desire for love and acceptance in her own life.

            Please enjoy the 324th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Margaux Sauvé. Margaux, thank you for talking with me about your musical journey and your heart for open and real relationships on and off the stage. 

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Episode 323: Kit Wallis

 

Schizoaffective disorder advocate

            Kit Wallis lives with schizoaffective disorder. She sat down with me to talk about what her life looks like, her medication journey, and the radical acceptance of limitations and new dreams.

            Please enjoy the 323rd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kit Wallis. Kit, thank you for our conversation. It was a gift for me to cross paths with you and to find a fellow stuffies lover. 

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Episode 322: Jen Lilley

 

Actress, singer, author, advocate

            Jen Lilley sat down with me to talk about her faith journey and the opportunity she had to play Gloria Stewart, Jimmy Stewart's wife, in the upcoming biopic film, Jimmy. ⁠

            Please enjoy the 322nd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Jen Lilley. Jen, thank you so much for sitting down with me and sharing your love for the Lord and this upcoming film.

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Episode 321: Kat Lively

 

Podcaster and storyteller

            Kat Lively is a storyteller and podcaster who has a passion to talk about mental health struggles and provide a space where the conversation is welcomed. She sat down with me to share how she was adopted by her grandparents, the impact of a dear friend taking his life, and how she has processed grief and coped with hardship.⁠

            Please enjoy the 321st episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Kat Lively. Kat, thank you for taking time to share your thoughts and experiences with me. 

            Note to viewers: Video quality is grainy due to technical issues. Thank you for your understanding! 

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Episode 320: Amie Mieko Ellis

 

Founder of Survived Workbook

            Amie Mieko Ellis sat down with me to share the story of the month and a half when her 17-year-old daughter, Sarah, was human trafficked.⁠

            Please enjoy the 320th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Amie Mieko Ellis. Amie, it was a gift to hear your perspective as a mom with a passionate and perseverant love for her daughter. Thankful for you both!

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Episode 319: Blake

Founder of Bear Den Cat Sanctuary

            Blake founded Bear Den Cat Sanctuary based in Texas in 2021 after a fruitless search to find her own missing cat, Bear. She sat down with me to talk about how she started the sanctuary, her passion for homeless cats, and what it looks like to take care of about 150 cats a day.  ⁠

            Please enjoy the 319th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Blake. Blake, thank you for talking with me about your important work and your passion for giving unwanted cats a home. 

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