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The Author Roundup: Myrl Talkington on Resilience, Grace, and Radical Faith
"Walk the Pretty Way Home" is more than a memoir; it’s a testimony to the strength of a child’s spirit.We are joined by Myrl Talkington, who recounts the harrowing years her family spent on a remote farmland to avoid medical treatment f...
The Author Roundup: Paul Kalbach’s Insights into End-Times Prophecy
Many scholars are split on the end times, but Paul Kalbach is digging deep into the Word to find consistent answers. We talk with Paul about his book, "The Great and Awesome Day of the Lord," and the conclusions he’s drawn from years of teachin...
The Author Roundup: Mark Rose’s Poetry for Times of Worry, Hope, and Joy
Behind every poem in “Under the Pink Moon” is a deep connection to the stillness of the Texas desert. We sit down with Mark Rose to go inside his creative process and explore the romantic and resilient themes of his poems that uses the rugged T...
The Author Roundup: Lila Naimark’s Quest to Find Her True Self
What happens when your dreams of a "bigger life" clash with a road prescribed by religion? Author Lila Naimark joins us to share her story of navigating the safe-and-narrow path of 1960s Pentecostalism while the Top 40 hits of the era were call...
The Author Roundup: Elisabeth Mack on Reclaiming Truth, Dignity, and Self-Love
"Love doesn’t hide her scars," and for Elisabeth Mack, that meant standing boldly in the light of her own truth. She joins us today to discuss her compelling new memoir, "Wine, Women & Weed." Elisabeth shares her journey from t...
The Author Roundup: Moving from Survival to Spiritual Power with Don Claycomb
What can we learn from the forty days Jesus spent in the wilderness? Author Don Claycomb joins us to provide an introspective look at the seven specific events that shaped Christ's experience—and how they mirror our own.Don shares pract...
The Author Roundup: Dr. Brian Lippincott on Helping Families Find Flow in a Digital Age
Grandparents on Zoom, teens in isolation, and the shadow of school violence—the modern family landscape is daunting. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Brian Lippincott pulls back the curtain on how we can use "Neo-Jungian" practice to find flow ...
The Author Roundup: Unlocking the Spiritual Nature of Psychology in Sport with Denise Holland
In a culture obsessed with outcomes and expectations, how do we find lasting fulfillment? We talk with Denise Holland, author of “PlayFreely: The Spiritual Key to Athletic Excellence,” about her mission to help athletes move from frustration to...
The Author Roundup: Dr. Wil Brown on the "Unveiling" of Jesus Christ, Prophecy, and Modern Life
Most people think of the apocalypse as a distant, terrifying event, but Dr. Wil Brown, author of “Apocalypse Dawning: Finding God in Today’s World Through the Fulfillment of Prophecy,” sees it as an "unveiling" that affects our everyday l...
The Author Roundup: Ethel Goodrich on Choosing Love Over Loss
What does it mean to be truly, unapologetically transparent with your story? Today, we are joined by Ethel L. Goodrich, author of "Memoirs of Forgiveness: H.E.A.L.E.D. By G.R.A.C.E." who answered a calling to reveal her most uncomfortable and p...
The Author Roundup: Dr. Pietro Garbelli on AI, the Human Touch, and the Evolution of Medicine
The future of healthcare is being written right now—will you be the one to shape it, or will you be left behind? We sit down with acute medicine physician and healthcare strategist Dr. Pietro Emanuele Garbelli to discuss his author...
The Author Roundup: Annie Thrasher on Addiction, Survival, and Radical Honesty
Can you really make peace when you have deep disagreements with God? Author Annie Thrasher joins us to discuss the provocative questions raised in her book, “Too Dirty for Jesus.” We explore the struggle of trying to numb the pain ...
The Author Roundup: Making Sense of the Sacred with Herbert Laffey
If the mere mention of religion usually makes your eyes glaze over, this conversation is for you. We sit down with author Herbert Laffey to discuss his highly readable new book, "Cutting Through the Babble." Herbert brings a fresh ...
The Author Roundup: Clement Ojugo on the Power of Biblical Wisdom as a Roadmap to Resilience
Fear is an insidious force that shapes our lives, often without us even realizing it. Is there a way to confront our fears and step into the fullness of the life God has planned for us? Author Clement Ojugo joins us to discuss the ...
The Author Roundup: Armen Avanessian on Crafting Unforgettable Customer Experiences
Is there a missing piece in your sales strategy? We're joined by author Armen Avanessian to discuss “Selling Senses,” his transformative blueprint for turning every customer touchpoint into a memorable, emotionally resonant experience.
The Author Roundup: A Deep Dive into Sacred Poetry and Personal Devotion with Augustine Jeyaraj
Named after St. Augustine, our guest today lives a life defined by the search for Jesus. We sit down with Augustine Jeyaraj Prema Raj to discuss his book "The Word in Their Voices" and his journey as a "fellow traveler" on the road to Christ.&n...
The Author Roundup: Shanteria Aycha’e Psychological Thriller of Memory and Truth
Go beyond the pages for a deep dive into the psyche of a survivor. In this exclusive interview, author Shanteria Aycha’e pulls back the curtain on the motivations and fractured persona of her main character, Gem. We discuss the int...
The Author Roundup: A Registered Nurse’s Guide to Accessible Paris Transit with Sharon du Toit
Whether you are wheelchair-bound, a parent with a bulky stroller, or—let’s be honest—just a bit lazy, Paris shouldn’t be a difficult journey. In her book, "Timeless Travel in Paris," Sharon du Toit provides the ultimate shortcut for the directi...
The Author Roundup: Douglas Hall on Weaving Vampiric Lore into Biblical History
Douglas Hall is a writer who refuses to be boxed in by genre. From his acclaimed horror scripts to his latest visionary work, "Vampires, Aliens, and God," Douglas continues to push the limits of creativity.In this episode, we talk with ...
The Author Roundup: Jim Graham on Exposing the Forces That Erased His Identity
Imagine waking up at age 48 to discover that the last five decades of your life were based on fiction. Today, we talk with the person that happened to: Jim Graham, author of “Buried Truth.” We learn about the resilience required to...
The Author Roundup: Christy Donohue on Inspiring Culinary Courage with a Children’s Book
If you’ve ever sat at the dinner table with a picky eater, you know the struggle is real. We sit down with author Christy Donohue to discuss her delightful new children’s book, "Wally’s Window: A Tasty Adventure in Picky Eating." C...
The Author Roundup: Friendships That Push You Toward Your Purpose with Craig Lipscomb
Imagine how different our world would be if we all had a “Merrilee” in our lives. We're joined by Craig E. Lipscomb to discuss his journey of spiritual transformation. This interview is a warm and authentic look at how God meets us where we are...
The Author Roundup: Jeff Olson’s Epiphany-Driven Journey Through Sacred History
"The Truth Will Set You Free" explores a controversial look at the Dark Ages and the actions of those in power who the author believes changed sacred texts. We sit down with Jeff Olson to discuss the specific epiphanies that sparke...
The Author Roundup: Jorge Toledo’s Path from Injustice to Ultimate Triumph
It’s a story that captured international headlines: an American executive caught in the turbulent political landscape of Venezuela. Today, we sit down with Jorge L. Toledo to discuss his harrowing journey as a political prisoner and his fight f...
The Author Roundup: Lessons in Perseverance, Duty, and the Will to Soar with Col. Charles Cone
Born in a country farmhouse in 1926, Colonel Charles Cone has witnessed nearly a century of human history from the cockpit. We sit down with this 99-year-old veteran to discuss his deeply personal memoir, “A Burning Desire to Fly.”From ...