Episode 225: Marni Kagan

 

Professional matchmaker

           ⁠ By far, one of my most fascinating interviews yet! I got to sit down with a professional matchmaker of over fifteen years, Marni Kagan, who shared with me several of her client experiences as well as her process for taking on clients and walking them through the dating journey. Enjoy a conversation on dating etiquette, managing expectations for "the one," heartbreak, and wedding bliss. ⁠

            Please enjoy the 225th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Marni Kagan. Marni, thank you so much for talking with me about your matchmaking journey. 

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Episode 224: Tiffany Sullivan

 

Author

           ⁠ ⁠Tiffany Sullivan published a memoir at the beginning of this year entitled Coming Out Restored - Struggles with Self & Sexuality Made New. Tiffany shared her journey with me as a young woman desperate for love who chose a romantic partnership with a female for several years before deciding to close the door on that chapter and accept God's love instead. This is an honest discussion about same-sex attraction, the universal desire to be known and loved, and faith. 

            Please enjoy the 224th episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Tiffany Sullivan. Tiffany, thank you for sharing part of your life journey with me. It was a gift to hear and to see God's work in your story. 

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Episode 223: Miriam Stockley

 

Singer

           ⁠ ⁠Miriam Stockley has been singing ever since she was a child in South Africa. She went on to become a backing singer for several prominent artists such as Tina Turner, Queen, and Elton John. She recorded the famous Adiemus: Songs of Sanctuary album with Karl Jenkins and Mike Ratledge, which ended up being the last album that Princess Diana purchased before her death. Miriam was one of the artists to sing at Princess Diana's tribute concert at Althorpe House in June 1998. Additionally, Miriam Stockley's rendition of "Perfect Day" continues to be a soothing balm to the soul since she sang it in the 90s as the theme song for BBC's "The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends." Miriam sat down and talked with me about her life, the healing power of music, and how she sees the world. 

            Please enjoy the 223rd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Miriam Stockley. Miriam, thank you for talking with me about your life and passions. It was a gift, and I am so glad we were able to connect. 

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Episode 222: Jorden Halvorsen

 

Bull Rider

           ⁠ ⁠Jorden Halvorsen is a four-time world champion female bull rider with a passion to give women an opportunity to enjoy bull riding and succeed in the sport. She founded "The Elite Lady Bull Riders" to provide an avenue for women to try their hand and/or compete in bull riding. Jorden sat down with me to share what she loves about bull riding, her nearly fatal injury in 2020, and how she is trying to bring women back into the bull riding arena in a way that acknowledges their physical limitations but still allows them to live to the fullest that eight seconds on a bucking bull. 

            Please enjoy the 222nd episode of Lament of Hope highlighting Jorden Halvorsen. Jorden, thank you for sharing your bull riding journey with me. It was a gift to connect and hear how much you love the sport. 

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