Kankelfritz & Friends Podcast

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Daily highlights from your favorite morning team on Family Life Radio!

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    • Mar 20, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 22m AVG DURATION
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    746. Instead of Venting / Retro Rewind (03/20/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 22:50


    Kankelfritz & Friend chat about what we can do in times of frustration instead of venting. Also, allll the memories on old video stores inspired by a new game.

    745. The Biblical Truth / Classic Goodbyes (03/19/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 22:34


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how to pinpoint real biblical truth as opposed to the world's truth. Also, do you say one of these old timey ways we chat about to say goodbye when leaving places?

    744. Lady Stop Porch Pirate / How Job Was Redeemed (03/18/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 25:01


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about the amazing way one lady stopped a porch pirate from stealing one of her delivered packages. Also, a deeper look into how Job's life was redeemed.

    743. Accidental Call / If It Doesn't Come From God (03/17/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 25:01


    Happy St. Patrick's Day from Kankelfritz & Friends. Today we chat more about who Saint Patrick was. Also, the accidental call his phone made that most of us have done.

    742. Divine Delays / Wild Taco Bell Items (03/16/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 24:07


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how God sometimes put delays in our way for a good reason. Also, Taco bell has come out with something wild you can now eat that typically you could not.

    741. Talking About Addiction / Woken up at 3am (03/12/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 21:12


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat with author Caroline Beidler about how not to feel shameful for seeking help with addiction and how to talk with those who struggle with it. Also, how one mom was suddenly woken up at 3am by a loud noise and it was not what she expected.

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    740. Peanut Butter Flavored What Now?? / God Sees You (03/11/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 23:05


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about a new product that is peanut butter infused. And no.... it's nope, it's not food. Also, a reminder how God sees us in all moments.

    739. When In Battle / Blueberry What's?? (03/10/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 22:05


    Kankelfritz & Friend chat about something to keep in mind when facing a battle in life. Also, what are the blueberry desserts that today's national day is all about?

    Caroline Beidler: When You Love Someone In Recovry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 48:42


    Caroline Beidler, a recovery advocate and author, speaks about the challenges families face when supporting loved ones in recovery from addiction. She discusses the importance of nurturing healing within the home, understanding the stigma surrounding addiction, and the role of hope and compassion in the recovery journey. Caroline shares her personal experiences with addiction and recovery, emphasizing the need for open communication, setting compassionate boundaries, and the significance of community support. The conversation also touches on the importance of self-care for caregivers and how to have age-appropriate discussions about addiction with children.

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    738. When God Answers Prayers / Purse or Handbag? (03/09/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 22:17


    Kankelfriitz & Friends chat about how it can look different than we expected when God answers our prayers. Also, is it a purse, or handbag? Mysti helps clarify the debate.

    737. LYN Wrap Up / How To Focus Better (03/06/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 25:02


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about tips how to better focus at work. Also, The Love Your Neighbor Campaign wraps up with a very gift to a mom in need!

    736. Gen. Z Using These / Power of Prayer (03/05 26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 22:22


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about what former piece of tech Generation Z is bringing back. Also, an amazing testimony to the power of consistent prayer.

    735. Don't Have To Carry It / New Wedding Gig Job (03/04/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 25:49


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about the reminder of how Jesus gave it all so we don't have to carry it. Also, a new wedding gig that is being offered as a full-time job!

    Stephen McWhirter: How Jesus Heals Our Brokenness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 41:27


    Stephen McWhirter shares his profound journey from a life of addiction and church hurt to one of redemption and healing through faith in Jesus. He discusses the duality of faith and hypocrisy, the importance of forgiveness, and the transformative power of repentance. Stephen emphasizes the significance of supportive relationships, particularly his wife, in his journey. He also reflects on the fragility of music and divine timing in sharing his message. Ultimately, he invites listeners to experience the realness of Jesus and the hope that comes with a relationship with Him.

    734. When You Forgive / Big Coffee (03/03/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 23:31


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat with a listener on how they experienced and gave reconciliation. Also, how Dunkin Donuts is not holding back on the coffee.

    Kendall Mariah: From Doubt to a Bolder, Brighter Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 55:48


    Kendall Mariah discusses her journey of faith, the complexities of doubt, and the impact of purity culture on identity. She emphasizes the importance of discernment, asking questions, and the process of deconstruction as a means to develop a more authentic faith. She also touches on the significance of empathy, storytelling, and community in understanding and supporting one another in the Christian journey. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Kendall encourages listeners to embrace their doubts and seek deeper connections with their faith and each other.

    733. God's a Gentleman / Jewelry Sparks Convos (03/02/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 21:29


    Kankelfirtz & Friends chat about how God has the title of; Gentlemen. Also, how one women's jewelry started up a convo on faith.

    732. Insecurities / Being an Encourager (02/26/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 25:17


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how to handle when insecurities from the past surface. Also, discussion on an amazing example of an encourager and how to be one.

    731. Fix The Fence / Who's at Jury Duty? (02/25/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 22:42


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about who was summoned to particular jury duty case, and the judge was even surprised! Also, what can happen when people come together to help other through the Love Your Neighbor campaign.

    730. Type of Bible / Sleep Trick (02/24/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 23:32


    What translation of the Bible do you use? Kankelfritz & Friends chat about it. Also, a sleep trick that Kank recommended that Louise called in about that's working!

    729. Charley Gives To FLR / Lessons During Lent (02/23/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 18:55


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about why some give up something during Lent. Also, 8 year old Charley calls in and did something amazing for Family Life Radio.

    728. Admitting Our Faults / What Kind of Jello?? (02/20/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 24:37


    Kankelfritz & Friends are joined by author and actor Nathan Clarkson on his new book as he shares how to face our faults. Also, what new flavor of jello being released that have some scratching their heads.

    Nathan Clarkson: How Freedom is Found in Admitting Our Faults

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 57:43


    Nathan Clarkson discusses the importance of self-reflection and acknowledging our faults as a pathway to forgiveness and redemption. He shares personal stories and insights on how facing our darkness can lead to healing, the role of community in this journey, and the distinction between shame and guilt. He also touches on the impact of performance-based faith, cancel culture, and the strength found in vulnerability and dependence on God.

    727. Unexpected Conversations / Finding God (02/16/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 23:31


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how we truly don't know what the person next to us is going through behind the scenes. Also, how a well known actor who recently passed found God just before.

    726. Valentines Day / When It's Hard to Pray (02/13/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 20:09


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about the upcoming Valentines Day along with Mysti sharing a time for artist Toby Mac when it was difficult for him to pray and get into scripture.

    725. Asked to Move / Making The Bible Personal (02/12/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 23:03


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about what happened to Kank at one of his church's early services. Also, how making the Bible more personal makes a difference.

    724. Weird Sayings / When Feeling Offended (02/11/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 23:18


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about weird sayings we drop in everyday language. Also, how to better handle when we are offended.

    Jon Reddick: A Night of Worship

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 22:41


    Jon Reddick talks to Kankelfritz & Friends about what you can expect at A Night of Worship, how the difficult things he went through in 2025 strengthened his faith, and the origins of some of your favorite Jon Reddick worship songs.

    723. Women Does What in House? / When Weighed Down (02/10/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 20:06


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about what one women did in the homes she broke into. Also, where to turn when feeling weighed down in life.

    722. God Gives People You Need / Stepping Away (02/09/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 22:00


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about when God gives you people you didn't know you needed. Also, why stepping away from certain situations may be a good thing.

    721. Embarrassing Meeting Moment / Clean Slate (02/06/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 33:21


    Kankelfritz & Friends share a hilarious/embarrassing moment that happened to her in a meeting. Also, the reminder how God gives us a clean slate over and over.

    720. Travel Stories / Daniel In The Lions Den (02/05/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 27:06


    Kankelfritz & Friends share more stories from their Kenya trip with Compassion and what traveling with Kank is like. Also, a closer look at the story of Daniel in the lions den that somehow applies to our daily life.

    719. Traveling With Mysti / This Forgotten Blessing (02/04/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 26:09


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about stories of Mysti and Kank's travels to Kenya. Particularly with Mysti. Also, this blessing most experience every day and sometimes look past.

    718. Paying It Forward / Powerful Acceptance Speech (02/03/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 18:47


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat with listeners about stories where they have paid it forward, or have been paid for. Also, a powerful speech the past week's Grammy Awards from an artist played on FLR.

    717. Pausing To Pray / What Moses Googled (02/02/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 20:46


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about the importance of pausing to pray. Also, every wondered what Moses would of Googled back in his time? We have the list!

    716. He Chose You First / Burp Your House (01/30/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 20:48


    Kankelfritz chat about if you're feeling alone or unchosen, how Jesus is there to choose you. Also, what is burping your house and how it may improve your health.

    715. Boldness in Faith / 2016 Vs. Now. (01/29/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 26:21


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about an incredible example of sharing Jesus with somebody. Also, you now vs. 10 years ago...what's changed the most?.......JoAnn shares her incredible story of what God did to change her.

    714. Mysti's Back! / Noah's Ark Thought (01/28/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 25:57


    Mysti is back on today's show and the gang also chats about Noah's Ark not having a steering wheel and how that applies to our lives.

    Alexandra Hoover: Making Peace with Your Past and Moving Forward with God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 54:14


    Alexandra Hoover discusses the journey of overcoming offense and healing from past hurts. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing how offense can shape our lives and the necessity of letting go to move forward with God. The conversation covers the stages of healing, the difference between hurt and offense, and the significance of setting boundaries rather than building walls. Alexandra shares personal experiences and insights on how to navigate relationships while maintaining emotional health, ultimately highlighting the hope and purpose that can arise from pain.

    Brad Gray & Brad Nelson: How Prayer Can Change Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 51:58


    Brad Gray and Brad Nelson explore the profound impact of the Lord's Prayer on personal faith and community life. They discuss the historical context, the significance of each phrase, and how the prayer serves as a model for daily living. They emphasize the importance of forgiveness, the communal aspect of prayer, and the spiritual battles believers face. They highlight how understanding the prayer's structure can lead to a deeper relationship with God and a more intentional prayer life.

    Vernon Gordon: Navigating Fear through Faith and Courage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 49:15


    Vernon Gordon discusses the nature of fear, its impact on our lives, and how to navigate it through faith and courage. He shares personal experiences with fear, particularly stemming from his childhood illness, and emphasizes the importance of naming fears to diminish their power. The conversation also covers practical strategies for managing fear, the role of community, and how to teach children to embrace failure as a part of growth. Lastly, he encourages listeners to choose joy and bravery in the face of fear.

    Erica Ligenza Gwynn: Finding Freedom in God's Unchanging Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 47:28


    Erica Ligenza Gwynn discusses her book 'That's Just Not True,' which addresses the lies and half-truths that many people believe about themselves and their worth. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing these misconceptions, particularly in the context of faith and self-empowerment. She talks about anxiety, control, and the societal pressures of hustle culture, while also highlighting the significance of language and the power of affirmations. She also encourages listeners to find true freedom in God's truth and to embrace their messy stories as part of their journey.

    HGTV's Jenny Marrs: Stories of Openhanded Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 55:33


    Jenny Marrs shares powerful stories behind Fixer to Fabulous, building a family through faith, adoption, and perseverance, and the heart behind her new book Trust God, Love People. In this conversation, she opens up about infertility, spiritual warfare, waiting on God's timing, and the incredible miracles that shaped her family. She also reflects on how small steps of obedience, local community, and everyday faithfulness created a global impact through their nonprofit work. This episode is filled with hope, encouragement, and a reminder that God is faithful in every season.

    713. Jet Lag / Interesting Name (01/27/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 22:39


    Kankelfritz & Friends welcomes back Kank since being on a trip with Compassion in Kenya for two weeks. Mysti is back tomorrow. Chats about jet lag and odd names is on today's show!

    712. Off To Africa / An Incredible Story of Generosity (01/20/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 18:23


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about where and why they are heading to Africa over the next week. Also, Matt calls in and shares an amazing story of generosity.

    711. How To Get Dogs To Like You / An Item From The Bible Unearthed (01/26/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 18:19


    Kankelfritz & Friends share tips they found on how to get dogs to like you. Also, what was recently dug up that could be an actual Biblical site.

    710. Bible Verse Tip / Husband Pods (01/16/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 17:28


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about a great gift idea that helps us get into God's word more. Also, what is a husband pod?

    709. A.I. Gets Confused / If You've Experienced Church Hurt (01/15/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 18:58


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how A.I. can still get itself confused a bit with a cop call report. Also, if you've experienced church hurt, a good word from Mysti if you're praying about going back again.

    708. Only Need This Many Steps / Happy Day Habits (01/14/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 21:44


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about how no longer are 10,000 steps a day recommended, it's now....... Also, small habits that can make a big impact on your day to day life.

    707. This on Eggs?? / Encouragement for Resolutions (01/13 26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 23:27


    Kankelfritz & Friends chat about New Years Resolutions and how to stay encouraged to keep going. Also, Mysti is putting what on her boiled eggs?? Would You?

    706. Shannyn's Book / God Winks (01/12/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 24:41


    Kankelfritz & Friends reflect on moments with Shannyn Caldwell talking about her new book. Also, Mysti shares a God wink.

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