Podcasts about strong women

We will all face hard things. Will we be the sort of people who resist the challenges and become resentful and bitter? Or will we see suffering as an opportunity to be open to the Lord and trust him? Today, my friend Maggie and I both share how Christ is meeting us in the suffering of a broken engagement and a loved one's Alzheimer's diagnosis. We also dive into the habits of faith that prepare us to suffer well and how God redeems our suffering to help us know Christ more intimately.    The Secret to Joy-Filled Suffering with Joni Eareckson Tada  The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis  Another Glimpse by Sean Curran  The Book of Common Prayer    On Strong Women, we celebrate God's good design for women in every season of life. It's all part of a bigger mission: to help the Church be the Church—by celebrating what's good, resisting evil, restoring what's broken, and contributing what's missing. As we approach our June 30 fiscal year end, we need your help to keep that mission going. You can support the next year of Strong Women, as well as all the other resources from the Colson Center, by making your best gift today at colsoncenter.org/swchurch.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Fern Kupfer discusses her new novel Strong Women of Chicago, and a look at Iowa organizations that help pet-owners-in-need feed their pets.

Kori Pennypacker is the founder and CEO of Bible2School. Today she joins me to share her journey from navy wife to ministry leader, demonstrating how women can lead with biblical conviction while keeping Jesus at the center. I know you'll be encouraged by her testimonies of children encountering Jesus and how the program is creating ripples of faith in schools across the country.  Show Notes:  Bible2School  colsoncenter.org/SWMonthly  Little Book of Forgiveness: A Pathway to Freedom by Kenward Jones  Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise by Horst Schulze    On Strong Women, we celebrate God's good design for women in every season of life. It's all part of a bigger mission: to help the Church be the Church—by celebrating what's good, resisting evil, restoring what's broken, and contributing what's missing. As we approach our June 30 fiscal year end, we need your help to keep that mission going. You can support the next year of Strong Women, as well as all the other resources from the Colson Center, by making your best gift today at colsoncenter.org/swchurch.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Welcome to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly dive into the biggest stories across the wrestling world! This week, we recap WWE Backlash 2025, where Jeff Cobb made a surprise debut to assist Jacob Fatu in retaining the U.S. Title, Gunther overwhelmed Pat McAfee, and Lyra Valkyria edged out Becky Lynch in a standout Women's Intercontinental Title match. While the show had its moments, repeated interference and uneven pacing left some fans split. We also spotlight Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling's Northern Rising event from Toronto—an impressive showcase that saw Josh Alexander win the Canadian Championship and Gisele Shaw become the inaugural MLP Canadian Women's Champion. With Mauro Ranallo and Don Callis on commentary, MLP made a strong statement about its place on the North American scene. Over in California, NJPW Resurgence delivered a loaded card. AZM stunned Mercedes Moné and Mina Shirakawa to win the STRONG Women's Championship, while the IWGP World Title match between Hirooki Goto and Zack Sabre Jr. ended in a controversial double pin. United Empire claimed STRONG tag gold, and the generational BULLET CLUB rift deepened. Quick hitters include WWE's Night of Champions announcement for Saudi Arabia, AEW confirming Dynamite 300 for July 2 in Ontario, California, and the launch of AEW's “Grand Slam Mexico” week. Plus: Becky Lynch talks acting, MJF, and her current goals, while Shelton Benjamin publicly responds to Hulk Hogan's latest name flub. Support Wrestling Tonight by joining our Patreon for just $2.99/month at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern and follow us @turnbuckletavern for all the latest. Until next week, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans—God luck and good speed.

What's up, people?! It's your man Liam “TAKU” Bauer, and we are back with another powerhouse episode of the Truth Not Trends Podcast! Episode #192 is one you do not wanna miss—we're bringing the heat with none other than SHARON BRUNEAU, the iconic fitness model, bodybuilder, and trailblazer who redefined what strength and femininity could look like! From high fashion to heavy lifting, Sharon's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and raw determination. We dive deep into her Métis heritage, her pivot from modeling to bodybuilding after a health scare, and how she carved out a space in an industry that wasn't always ready for a woman like her. She talks about the mindset it took to break barriers, her time gracing the covers of Flex and Muscle & Fitness, and what it means to live strong—inside and out. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, fitness coach, or just someone chasing your next transformation, Sharon's journey is gonna light a fire under you. This one's got heart, grit, and pure inspiration. Tune in, get fired up, and don't forget: We are the resistance! Hit that play button and let's go!

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ZChurch Message for May 10, 2025 (full service: https://youtu.be/J3ORPvi6ZBQ)Paul saw it in Timothy... but first, he saw faith in Timothy's mother Eunice and grandmother Lois. Pastor Loretta Huggins unpacks 2 Timothy 1:5–7 and honors powerful women of faith—from Lois and Eunice to the heroines of the Bible.Visit the ZChurch book store: https://zchurch.life/book-store/What is ZChurch?? We are a live, interactive, international, spirit-led online church at the speed of life! Join Pastors Larry and Loretta Huggins and the amazing ZTeam every Saturday live at 10am PST on Zoom (or other social media platforms). Go to our website below to click on the Zoom link! Website: https://zchurch.life E-mail us at info@zchurch.life for prayer requests or for more information! Follow us on social media!! --Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zchurch.thecommonwealthofchrist --Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zchurchlife/ --Twitter: https://twitter.com/zchurch_life

In a culture that increasingly devalues children and mothering, Rachael Carman challenges us to rediscover the profound beauty and value of motherhood, including the moments that feel tiring or even mundane. The vulnerability, sacrifice, and invisible acts of motherhood aren't just duties to endure but sacred opportunities to meet Jesus and become more like Him.  Show Notes:  Apologia Curriculum  The Kristin Lavransdatter Trilogy by Sigrid Undset    Hey, listeners! You've probably heard me talk about the Colson Fellows Program here on Strong Women. I'm excited to let you know that the Colson Fellows team hosts one-hour, live, informational webinars that allow you to hear an overview of the program and get your questions answered. The webinars are hosted by the Vice President and Dean of the Colson Fellowship – my good friend, Michael Craven. If you enjoy the conversations we have on Strong Women and want to think more deeply about your place in God's story of redemption, the Colson Fellows Program might be for you. Colson Fellows will take you on a deep dive study of Christian worldview through books, devotionals, meetings with likeminded peers, and more. If you're interested, but have questions about the workload, cohort formats, or anything else, I encourage you to sign up for the next live, Colson Fellows informational webinar. You can find a full list of webinar dates and register today at colsonfellows.org/webinar.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

International Women Ride Day is upon us. The all female collective of bike riders known as The Litas joined us in studio to chat about the upcoming event, the day of celebration and more.

Join The Unhooked Experience: The No Bullshit Freedom Strategy for Strong Women https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d91c6dd48b Enroll End The Cycle: https://leanneoaten.com/etcenrollment   Get my video 5 Mistakes to Avoid before Ending Your Relationship video https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/41a58fb379   Download the 10 Definitive Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Self Assessment https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d6a184afbd   Download The Cost of Staying Stuck Calculator to get your financial and emotional assessment  https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/33d68e040e   ____________________________________________________ Connect with Leanne on Social Media:    Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakeningwomenofficial/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/awakeningwomenofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theevolvedfeminine Leanne Oaten is a former Registered Professional Counsellor with a background in Counselling Psychology and has over 11 years of experience counselling and coaching women. Over the past 6+ years, she has focused her expertise on educating and helping women identify narcissistic abuse break free from destructive relationships, and transform their lives on the other side of divorce. Her mission is helping successful career-driven, entrepreneurial women and moms who want to reach new levels in their income, success, and health but their destructive, high-conflict relationship is holding them back. She works with powerhouse women who are ready to transform their lives on the other side of narcissistic abuse and turn their pain into power to create a new sense of purpose and fulfillment in their new chapter.  You can find out more about her and her offerings at leanneoaten.com

Join The Unhooked Experience: The No Bullshit Freedom Strategy for Strong Women https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d91c6dd48b Enroll End The Cycle: https://leanneoaten.com/etcenrollment   Get my video 5 Mistakes to Avoid before Ending Your Relationship video https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/41a58fb379   Download the 10 Definitive Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Self Assessment https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d6a184afbd   Download The Cost of Staying Stuck Calculator to get your financial and emotional assessment  https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/33d68e040e   ____________________________________________________ Connect with Leanne on Social Media:    Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakeningwomenofficial/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/awakeningwomenofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theevolvedfeminine Leanne Oaten is a former Registered Professional Counsellor with a background in Counselling Psychology and has over 11 years of experience counselling and coaching women. Over the past 6+ years, she has focused her expertise on educating and helping women identify narcissistic abuse break free from destructive relationships, and transform their lives on the other side of divorce. Her mission is helping successful career-driven, entrepreneurial women and moms who want to reach new levels in their income, success, and health but their destructive, high-conflict relationship is holding them back. She works with powerhouse women who are ready to transform their lives on the other side of narcissistic abuse and turn their pain into power to create a new sense of purpose and fulfillment in their new chapter.  You can find out more about her and her offerings at leanneoaten.com

Join The Unhooked Experience: The No Bullshit Freedom Strategy for Strong Women https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d91c6dd48b Enroll End The Cycle: https://leanneoaten.com/etcenrollment   Get my video 5 Mistakes to Avoid before Ending Your Relationship video https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/41a58fb379   Download the 10 Definitive Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Self Assessment https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/d6a184afbd   Download The Cost of Staying Stuck Calculator to get your financial and emotional assessment  https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/33d68e040e   Join the upcoming Level Up and Break Free Challenge: https://awakeningwomensupport.kit.com/6396c1f458 ____________________________________________________ Connect with Leanne on Social Media:    Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakeningwomenofficial/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/awakeningwomenofficial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theevolvedfeminine Leanne Oaten is a former Registered Professional Counsellor with a background in Counselling Psychology and has over 11 years of experience counselling and coaching women. Over the past 6+ years, she has focused her expertise on educating and helping women identify narcissistic abuse break free from destructive relationships, and transform their lives on the other side of divorce. Her mission is helping successful career-driven, entrepreneurial women and moms who want to reach new levels in their income, success, and health but their destructive, high-conflict relationship is holding them back. She works with powerhouse women who are ready to transform their lives on the other side of narcissistic abuse and turn their pain into power to create a new sense of purpose and fulfillment in their new chapter.  You can find out more about her and her offerings at leanneoaten.com

In this weeks episode, I sit down with author and mythologist Deborah Crossland to unravel the truth behind figures like Medusa and other legendary women whose narratives were distorted to serve a patriarchal lens. We dive into how men have shaped mythology to diminish female power and why reclaiming these stories matters today. Tune in for a deep, eye-opening conversation on the myths that bound us—and the truths that set us free.Follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/deb.crossland/

April 16th, 2025:  Spy Wednesday; Judas' Betrayal & the Loss of Eucharistic Faith; The Strong Women of the Passion; The Path of Betrayal; It Takes a Judas to Initiate the Passion

Sofie Fella returns to the Process Podcast with a powerful update! Since her last appearance nearly two years ago, Sofie has transformed her vision of empowering women into a thriving movement. Based in Dubai, she shares her entrepreneurial journey, the creation of “Girls Lift Girls,” and how she's harnessing the power of community to redefine female strength. THIS PODCAST IS PROUD TO BE SPONSORED BY COMPANIES WE BELIEVE IN

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This week, host Kathy speaks with Bella Lora, president of F.I.S.T.S and LSEHD '25. Established in 1999, Females Incorporating Sisterhood Through Step (F.I.S.T.S) is BC's all-women step team, founded on the pillars of sisterhood, service, and step. Last year, the group won first place at ALC Showdown and chose to donate their winnings to Strong Women, Strong Girls, a charity with a mission of “empowering girls to imagine a broader future through a curriculum grounded on women role models delivered by college women mentors, who are themselves mentored by professional women.”Tune in to learn more about Bella's journey as a student leader, the story and legacy of F.I.S.T.S., and how the team is preparing to defend its crown at this year's ALC Showdown Check back next week for new episodes!

You don't have to choose between studying theology and being passionate about Jesus. In fact, our study of God should lead to love for God. Today I'm joined by theologian, Bible teacher, and author Phylicia Masonheimer, who shows us the beauty of studying theology for the love of Christ. No matter your circumstances, education, or age, you have an invitation to grow in the love and knowledge of God every day.   Every Woman a Theologian Podcast: Verity with Phylician Masonheimer  When Life and Beliefs Collide by Carolyn Custis James  Far From the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy  Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë  Daily Doctrine by Kevin DeYoung    Lent is a time to reflect on our need for salvation, repent of our sins, and prepare to celebrate Christ's resurrection with deep gratitude. Our team has created a free guide with weekly hymns, prayers, and artwork to help prepare your heart for Easter. Join the Strong Women community and download your free copy today at colsoncenter.org/lent.    Hey, listeners! You've probably heard me talk about the Colson Fellows Program here on Strong Women. I'm excited to let you know that the Colson Fellows team hosts one-hour, live, informational webinars that allow you to hear an overview of the program and get your questions answered. The webinars are hosted by the Vice President and Dean of the Colson Fellowship – my good friend, Michael Craven. If you enjoy the conversations we have on Strong Women and want to think more deeply about your place in God's story of redemption, the Colson Fellows Program might be for you. Colson Fellows will take you on a deep dive study of Christian worldview through books, devotionals, meetings with likeminded peers, and more. If you're interested, but have questions about the workload, cohort formats, or anything else, I encourage you to sign up for the next live, Colson Fellows informational webinar. You can find a full list of webinar dates and register today at colsonfellows.org/webinar.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

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Take a peek at the Colson Fellows Program through three women who are in the middle of it! Brooke Colón, the Colson Fellows Director, gives us a glimpse at the Program and how it can transform your faith. Then, Martha and Grace, two current Colson Fellows-in-Training, share how the Program has challenged their thinking and strengthened their faith.    How Now Shall We Live? by Chuck Colson  Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis  Knowing God by J.I. Packer  2025 Colson Center National Conference      Lent is a time to reflect on our need for salvation, repent of our sins, and prepare to celebrate Christ's resurrection with deep gratitude. Our team has created a free guide with weekly hymns, prayers, and artwork to help prepare your heart for Easter. Join the Strong Women community and download your free copy today at colsoncenter.org/lent.   Mental illness and suicide rates have reached critical levels in our culture. As Christians, we have an opportunity to share the hope and healing of Christ with those who feel hopeless. That's why the Colson Educators created Hope Always: How to be a Force for Life in a Culture of Suicide. In this free online course, Dr. Matthew Sleeth explores today's mental health challenges, highlights how Scripture speaks to sufferers, and provides practical guidance for how we can talk about suicide prevention in our families, churches, and schools. Sign up for Hope Always today and learn how to be a force for life in the places God has called you. You can sign up today at colsoneducators.org.    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc   

A SolFul life isn't just about deep conversations and big dreams—it's also about laughter, unfiltered honesty, and the kind of debates that only happen when strong women with even stronger opinions get together.In this episode of SolFul Connections, we tackle the tiny things that spark big reactions. Whether it's the right way to load a dishwasher, the ultimate coffee order, or the absolute wrong way to pronounce a word, nothing is off-limits. But beneath the playful debates and hot takes, this conversation is a reminder that real talk—refreshing, honest, and sometimes ridiculous—is essential to a life well-lived.Because sometimes, connection isn't about agreeing—it's about showing up, speaking your mind, and standing by it. No disclaimers. No take-backs. Just, “I said what I said.”Tune in for:

Episode #69 Summary: In this episode, Amy Boone Thompson dives into what it truly means to be a leader, extrapolating gems of wisdom from a book she recently co-authored, “Lead Like a Woman”.  She explains that great leadership is not established through force, but by embodying gratitude and grace as the foundation. She explores how these qualities empower women to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose in any environment—whether in business, family, or personal growth.What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✨ Why gratitude is a leadership superpower and how it shifts your mindset ✨ The role of grace in handling challenges, setbacks, and tough decisions ✨ How leading with gratitude and grace fosters stronger, more effective teams ✨ Actionable strategies to foster gratitude in your lifeResources & Links:

Step into the enchanted world of the 12th-century nun Hildegard von Bingen. This multi-talented woman was a musician, playwright, abbess, and visionary (tune in to find out what that means!). Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson returns to explore how Hildegard's life and work can shape our spiritual imagination and invite us to know God and participate in His world more fully.  The Identity Project  Breakpoint  The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis  Heavenly Participation by Hans Boersma  Gaudy Night by Dorothy Sayers   Lent is a time to reflect on our need for salvation, repent of our sins, and prepare to celebrate Christ's resurrection with deep gratitude. Our team has created a free guide with weekly hymns, prayers, and artwork to help prepare your heart for Easter. Join the Strong Women community and download your free copy today at colsoncenter.org/lent.   Summit Ministries' 12-day Student Conferences are for young adults who refuse to settle. It's for those ready to take risks, ask big questions, and push past what's comfortable. There, you'll find friends who understand and mentors who will help you discover what it truly means to live with purpose. Register for Student Conferences using code STRONG25 for $200 off. Go to summit.org/promotions/strong women.   The Church Affiliate program brings the Colson Fellows Program to your local church. Pastors and church leaders can go through the Colson Fellows Program for free, so they are able to launch a Church Affiliate cohort and bring worldview training to their church members. For more details, visit colsoncenter.org/church.  The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center, which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women  Join Strong Women on social media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on August 31, 2022. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast. Today, I've got an epic episode lined up just for you with someone truly extraordinary. You know that I focus on guests who resonate with all of us, and guys, this one is a must-listen. I'm bringing you the one and only Devon Franklin. He's a New York Times best-selling author and has been named on Oprah's Super Soul 100 list of influential leaders. With his latest Audible original, "It Takes a Woman," we dive into the heartwarming tales and incredible lessons shaped by the powerful women in his life. Devon shares how his life transformed despite the tremendous personal loss of his father at a young age. Raised by a tribe of phenomenal women, we get into the keys of effective communication with the opposite sex, striving for progress over perfection, overcoming the feeling of being unseen, moving on from failed relationships, and understanding the importance of self-prioritizing. Trust me, these are lessons everyone can take something away from! So, if you're ready to dive deep and gain insights on connection, communication, and personal growth, you're in the right place. Grab your notebooks and your favorite beverage because Devon Franklin is about to light up your world with his wisdom and infectious positivity. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Introduction to Devon Franklin 00:46 Personal loss and family dynamics 02:03 Devon's unique upbringing by strong women 02:25 How Devon overcame the loss of his father 02:58 The role of his mother and family support 04:25 The women who shaped Devon's life 05:07 Finding strength in vulnerability 08:05 Feeling unseen in relationships 09:02 Communicating unresolved feelings 11:23 Importance of self-prioritizing 14:18 Navigating identity and self-worth 16:10 Sacrifice vs. personal wellness 26:20 Setting healthy boundaries 32:36 Progress, not perfection 44:43 Building healthy relationships 52:22 Navigating love and vulnerability 01:02:19 Insights into self-awareness 01:08:09 Building a meaningful life FOLLOW DEVON FRANKLIN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devonfranklin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeVonFranklin Website: https://devonfranklin.com/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Audible: Sign up for a free 30-day trial at https://audible.com/WOI  Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SKIMS: Check out the Fits Everybody Collection at https://www.skims.com/woi  #skimspartner  Kettle & Fire: Get 20% off at https://kettleandfire.com/lisa with code LISA Quince: Check out Quince: https://quince.com/woi  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa NPR Fresh Air: Tune into Fresh Air from NPR to hear some of the most insightful interviews anywhere—wherever you get your podcasts. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:  apple.co/womenofimpact ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not long ago women in the California State Legislature were rare. Today 58 of the 120 state lawmakers are women. That's double what it was less than 10 years ago. In this episode of Look West, we sat down with the Chair of the Legislative Women's Caucus, Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, at the Women Inspire exhibit in the California Museum in Sacramento. She talked with us about the impact near gender parity is having the legislature, the power of the Women's Caucus and what her favorite thing is about having more women in office.

Join me for a very musical episode with priest, musician, and songwriter Josh Bales! Josh and I explore how Lent helps us reckon with our brokenness. Tune in for a deep conversation on the beauty of liturgy and the deep hymns that can shape our worship during this season. Plus, Josh brings his guitar and breaks into song throughout the conversation!    Josh Bales: The story behind the album art for “Come Away From Rush and Hurry”     As of this month, the Identity Project is available for free! That's right, over 200 videos from Christian experts on identity, sexuality, marriage, and more are available to you for free. We believe this platform is needed now more than ever, because our culture is so confused about identity, and that confusion is shaping the people we're called to love and disciple. The Identity Project addresses important cultural questions about identity, relationships, and human flourishing from a distinctly Christian worldview, so you can be equipped to point those around you to a solid, biblical identity. The Identity Project features subject-matter experts like Laura Perry Smalts, Mark Regnerus, Katie McCoy, and more. So, join the Identity Project in this new chapter by exploring the platform and sharing it with others. Make your free account today at identityproject.tv.   Lent is a time to reflect on our need for salvation, repent of our sins, and prepare to celebrate Chirst's resurection with a deep gratitude. Our team has created a free guide with weekly hymns, prayers, and artwork to help prepare your heart for Easter. Join the Strong Women community and download your free copy today at colsoncenter.org/lent.   The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

"I'm tired of being strong! I secretly wish someone else would take care of ME!" Today, we delve into the true, hidden, "guilty" desires of strong, independent women who secretly fantasize about being loved and nurtured in a relationship. But the BIG question remains- How do we begin to let go of control? And how did this pattern come from "parentification" in your childhood?

The season of Lent begins today, and you may be wondering, “What is Lent and why does it matter?” I'm answering your questions about Lent this week with my colleague Maggie, including: What's the purpose of fasting and how can I practice it? How can I observe Lent non-legalistically? What's the significance of Ash Wednesday? ... and more! Whether you've observed Lent before or not, I think you'll find this discussion insightful!  The Songs of Lent  Knowing God by J. I. Packer   Strong Women Podcast Facebook Group    Lent is a time to reflect on our need for salvation, repent of our sins, and prepare to celebrate Chirst's resurection with a deep gratitude. Our team has created a free guide with weekly hymns, prayers, and artwork to help prepare your heart for Easter. Join the Strong Women community and download your free copy today at colsoncenter.org/lent.   The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Treva Brandon Scharf is an ICF-certified life/dating/relationship coach, former fitness pro, marriage first-timer at 51, and author of the book, "Done Being Single: A Late Bloomer's Guide to Love" With 40+ years in the fitness business, and many more in the singles world, Treva helps people achieve their personal best in life and love. Treva blogs about surviving singledom and finding love, and contributes dating advice to Newsweek, Huffington Post, Thrive Global, Bustle, and more. Treva is an advocate for strong, independent women, a voice for empowered singles, and a champion of late bloomers everywhere. When she's not delivering tough love to readers, followers, and private clients, Treva volunteers as a Special Olympics coach. She is passionate about politics, policy, and people of all ages and abilities.

Treva Brandon Scharf is an ICF-certified life/dating/relationship coach, former fitness pro, marriage first-timer at 51, and author of the book, "Done Being Single: A Late Bloomer's Guide to Love" With 40+ years in the fitness business, and many more in the singles world, Treva helps people achieve their personal best in life and love. Treva blogs about surviving singledom and finding love, and contributes dating advice to Newsweek, Huffington Post, Thrive Global, Bustle, and more. Treva is an advocate for strong, independent women, a voice for empowered singles, and a champion of late bloomers everywhere. When she's not delivering tough love to readers, followers, and private clients, Treva volunteers as a Special Olympics coach. She is passionate about politics, policy, and people of all ages and abilities.

Have you ever heard of a “sandwich season”? That's what Kimberly Hudson calls the season of caring for adult children and aging parents at the same time. Through unpredictable days and changing family dynamics, the Lord has taught Kimberly the beauty of trusting Him with her family. Her gentle wisdom reminds us to be grateful for what's right in front of us and lean on God as family relationships evolve.   Work is one of the biggest ways we reflect and worship God. Many people have forgotten the value of work, and feel a sense of meaninglessness. This month, we will send you the book Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life by David Bahnsen for a gift if any amount to the Colson Center. This book provides a biblical understanding of work, and why it is so meaningful. Go to colsoncenter.org/swfebruary to receive your copy. The Strong Women podcast exists to display the beautifully diverse ways God invites and equips women to participate in His story. Strong Women is a listener-funded program from the Colson Center that is only available for free because it has already been paid for by hundreds of listeners like you. To join the community of women who make this program possible, visit colsoncenter.org/swmonthly today.  The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center, which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/    Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women   Join Strong Women on Social Media:    https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC   https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/   https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Nina Simon has worn many hats in her career: slam poet, NASA engineer, game designer, and museum director at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History. If that didn't make her busy enough, she went ahead and wrote two nonfiction books: The Participatory Museum and The Art of Relevance. In 2020, Nina's mom was diagnosed with advanced cancer, so Nina quit her job to help care for her. The two had always enjoyed reading mysteries, so they started imagining one that featured characters a bit like them—hardworking California women trying to balance professional ambition and motherhood. She wrote, her mom read, and the creative process helped them heal and grow closer. Today, Nina's mom is doing well, and Mother-Daughter Murder Night is a New York Times Bestseller. (Talk about turning lemons into lemonade.) If you dig this podcast, will you please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests on the show. I read them all. You can watch this podcast on my YouTube channel and join my newsletter on Substack. It's glorious. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

The whole gang is back together for a new episode of Majority Rules! First up is Mizzou WBB's surprising win at Texas A&M and Dylan & Quentin let us know what that may mean for the rest of the schedule. Since the MS State win, this team is looking much better and seems to be having FUN. Next up is Softball, as the #15 Tigers opened their season with a 4-1 record in Florida, including a massive revenge win over #8 Duke 10-3. Karen, Dylan & Quentin discuss what they're seeing of LA's squad thus far, what the Duke wins means to the team, and how improvement is expected for this young core as the season progresses. Karen's being a slight downer, probably from the UCF loss that just wrapped up in infuriating fashion. Baseball kicks off their season in Puerto Rico this weekend and it's hard to know what to expect, but they'll look good, asthe group gets into a spirited discussion about the new unis. Team Script Tigers! Track & Field is next on the agenda, and Abigail recaps the awesomeness of the jumps team, as well as how much fun this team has been to watch in person the last few weeks. Rory then provides some updates for W Tennis, who continues to win in the non-con, and M Golf, who kicked off their spring season with not the best start. Matthew then provides some injury updates and expectations for Tiger Style, before Karen provides some takeaways from Tiger Gym's recent Braggin Rights victory in Champaign. The Tigers are looking good, and the improvement, vault aside, is evident! Rory then closes out the in-season updates with what's to come for Swim & Dive, who are prepping for SECs and she got a chance to talk to Coach Grevers about it. Finally, to close out the show, Matthew's got some volleyball roster updates, and another former Tiger goes pro! Thanks for tuning in and we'll see you next time! Subscribe to Rock M+ for access to Mizzou insider info, discussion boards, special live podcasts just for subscribers, and more! You can follow members of today's show on Twitter @karensteger, @M_Gustafson27, and @dylanrheinrich. Have a question for one of our podcasts? Leave a 5 star review with your question and that show just might answer it in an upcoming episode! Do you like Rock M Radio? Drop us a Review and be sure to subscribe to Rock M Radio on your preferred podcasting platform. Be sure to follow @RockMNation and @RockMRadio on Twitter. And if you aren't subscribed yet, please subscribe to our YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessika Sanders returns to share her journey from radical independence and people-pleasing to experiencing God's grace at her lowest point. Her path led her from New York to Turkey, where a turbulent cross-cultural marriage brought her to rock bottom, and to an unexpected encounter with God. Her story highlights the profound difference between religious legalism and a living, grace-based relationship with God.    https://www.prayingthroughministries.org/  In His Hands Prayers for Your Child or Baby in Medical Crisis by Jessika Sanders  Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep by Tish Harrison Warren  The Watchmaker's Daughter by Corrie Ten Boom    The Strong Women podcast exists to display the beautifully diverse ways God invites and equips women to participate in His story. Strong Women is a listener-funded program from the Colson Center that is only available for free because it has already been paid for by hundreds of listeners like you. To join the community of women who make this program possible, visit colsoncenter.org/swmonthly today.     The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Everyone's favorite brother, Oliver Hudson, is redefining masculinity and talking about why he wears his heart on his sleeve and the importance of having a good cry session now and then. Plus, why he's giving up on New Year's resolutions and how his trailblazing mother, Goldie Hawn, and sister, Kate Hudson, have inspired the man he is today. "I Choose Me" live event - has been rescheduled! Tickets on sale now! Follow the "I Choose Me" Podcast on Instagram and TikTok Follow Jennie on Instagram, TikTok, and FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Annie Laurie Gaylor - Religion is Killing American WomenAnnie Laurie Gaylor is co-founder and co-president of FFRF – the Freedom from Religion Foundation. In addition to being a long-time women's rights activist, Annie Laurie is an accomplished author.Her book, Woe to the Women: The Bible Tells Me So, was first published by FFRF in 1981, and is in its 4th printing. In 1988, FFRF published her second book Betrayal of Trust: Clergy Abuse of Children, the first book documenting widespread sexual abuse by clergy. Her 1997 anthology, Women Without Superstition: 'No Gods, No Masters,' is the first collection of the writings of historic and contemporary women freethinkers.Today, we discuss how religious beliefs are strangling the USA and harming women - and what we can do about it. If you care about the rights of women and non-christians in America, please become a member of FFRF today.RESOURCES:https://ffrf.org/The FFRF Action Fund, the c4 lobbying group, is: ffrfaction.orgJanice's Amazon Best-Seller Divorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook is now available inUSA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZF and CANADA https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFEarly Bird tickets are now available for the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference, happening LIVE in Seattle May 23-25, 2025! Get yours now: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Purity Culture Survivor Support Group is happening on Thursdays at 5pm Pacific. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others for healing and support: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesNeed help on your journey of healing from Religious Trauma? Book a free 20-minute consultation with Janice here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesSupport this channel by becoming a Member of the Divorcing Religion YouTube channel! When you support this channel by joining our YouTube membership (starting as low as $3/month) you'll get early access to all of our new content, access to badges and special chat emojis, and more. Every dollar helps, so sign up to be a member today by clicking "Join" under the video.Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastFollow Janice and Divorcing Religion on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toThreads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Podcast by Porthos MediaCopyright 2025www.porthosmedia.netSupport the show

Everyone's favorite brother, Oliver Hudson, is redefining masculinity and talking about why he wears his heart on his sleeve and the importance of having a good cry session now and then. Plus, why he's giving up on New Year's resolutions and how his trailblazing mother, Goldie Hawn, and sister, Kate Hudson, have inspired the man he is today. "I Choose Me" live event - has been rescheduled! Tickets on sale now! Follow the "I Choose Me" Podcast on Instagram and TikTok Follow Jennie on Instagram, TikTok, and FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paula Kerman has found solace in painting portraits of strong women after the deaths of her parents and husband within months. Those paintings became her first book, Hooligans, Rebels and Rabble Rousers.

This week's parsha is split into 2 parts because it got so long due to some great discussion. In part two, we complete parshas shemos, including Moshe's return to Egypt and the key role of another strong woman. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon. Thanks for listening!

Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Carol Merchasin - Suing Predatory Spiritual Leaders  Carol Merchasin is an attorney who leads a practice group litigating sexual misconduct in religious, faith-based and spiritual communities at McAllister Olivarius. She is an experienced investigator who has conducted dozens of workplace investigations, including those involving sensitive allegations made against top level executives. Carol's current work shines a light on the failures of many spiritual centers and retreats, and the abuse of power by cult leaders.In this episode, Carol and I discuss cults, litigating spiritual leaders, and the need to educate judges and jurors about coercive control. We also mention Dr. Steven Hassan's work, which you can find here: https://freedomofmind.com/FIND CAROL:cmerchasin@mcolaw.comWebsite: https://mcolaw.com/team/carol-merchasin/Instagram: @mcallisterolivarius (https://www.instagram.com/mcallisterolivarius/)Janice's Amazon Best-Seller Divorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook is now available inUSA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZF and CANADA https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFEarly Bird tickets are now available for the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference, happening LIVE in Seattle May 23-25, 2025! Get yours now: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Purity Culture Survivor Support Group is happening on Thursdays at 5pm Pacific. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others for healing and support: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesNeed help on your journey of healing from Religious Trauma? Book a free 20-minute consultation with Janice here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesSupport this channel by becoming a Member of the Divorcing Religion YouTube channel! When you support this channel by joining our YouTube membership (starting as low as $3/month) you'll get early access to all of our new content, access to badges and special chat emojis, and more. Every dollar helps, so sign up to be a member today by clicking "Join" under the video.Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastFollow Janice and Divorcing Religion on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toThreads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Podcast by Porthos MediaCopyright 2025www.porthosmedia.netSupport the show

This week's parsha is split into 2 parts because it got so long due to some great discussion. In part one, we talk about the first half of parshas shemos, with a focus on the various strong women who impacted the story of the Jews in Egypt. Come back tomorrow for part 2 - the conclusion of Parshas Shemos. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table! We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon. Thanks for listening!

Join Chad and Acefield Retro for Wrestling Tonight, your go-to recap show for all things pro wrestling. This week, the spotlight shines on a potential WrestleMania 41 dream match: Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against John Cena. With Cena chasing an unprecedented 17th world title to surpass Ric Flair's legendary record, could this showdown take center stage in Las Vegas? The Tokyo Dome set the wrestling world ablaze with Wrestle Kingdom 19 and Wrestle Dynasty 2025. Zack Sabre Jr. reaffirmed his status as NJPW's ace, delivering back-to-back masterclasses to retain the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against Shota Umino and Ricochet. Kenny Omega and Gabe Kidd pushed the boundaries of storytelling in a bloody, emotional battle that left fans in awe, while Mercedes Moné further cemented her legacy by capturing the Strong Women's and Undisputed British Women's Championships. The Young Bucks added another chapter to their storied careers by claiming the IWGP Tag Team Titles in a frenetic triple-threat match. As WrestleMania season builds momentum, Tiffany Stratton stunned the WWE Universe by cashing in her Money in the Bank contract to claim the WWE Women's Championship. Meanwhile, reports of the 2026 Royal Rumble heading to Saudi Arabia signal a seismic shift for one of WWE's cornerstone events. Adding to the intrigue, WWE's developmental scene is set for a transformation with the debut of NXT Evolve in 2025, led by Gabe Sapolsky. AEW enters 2025 with bold moves, including its highly anticipated debut on Max. Plus, Omos made history in Pro Wrestling NOAH, becoming the first WWE-contracted talent to win the GHC Tag Team Titles. And as WWE transitions into a new era, Raw prepares to debut on Netflix this Monday, with Alicia Taylor stepping in as the new announcer and Lilian Garcia returning to SmackDown. We also honor the life and legacy of Sweet Daddy Siki, a trailblazer whose contributions helped shape professional wrestling. What lies ahead for Cody Rhodes and John Cena? How will the events of Wrestle Kingdom and Wrestle Dynasty influence the wrestling landscape in 2025? And what surprises await as the new year kicks off? Tune in to Wrestling Tonight for an in-depth breakdown of all these stories and more.

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the three stars of the new musical adaptation of the iconic 1988 film “Mystic Pizza.” In the interview, he speaks with Krystina Alabado, Alaina Anderson, and Deánna Giulietti, who play Diasy, Kat, and JoJo respectively, the roles originated on screen by Julia read more The post Special Episode: Alabado, Anderson, Giulietti on strong women behind ‘Mystic Pizza’ appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Join Fightful's Rob Wilkins, SP3 of Tru Heel Heat & SI.com, & Lyric Swinton of Maps & Graps review WRESTLE DYNASTY. They will review and discuss everything that went down at the Tokyo Dome!WrestleDynasty 2025 Card:Main Event: Zack Sabre Jr. vs. RicochetSingles Match: Kenny Omega vs. Gabe KiddInternational Women's Cup Final Four-Way Match: Willow Nightingale (AEW) vs. Persephone (CMLL) vs. Athena (ROH) vs. Momo Watanabe (Stardom)Tag Team Match for the ROH World Tag Team Championship: The Sons of Texas (Dustin Rhodes & Sammy Guevara) (c) vs. House of Torture (Sho & Yoshinobu Kanemaru)Singles Match for the NEVER Openweight Championship and the AEW International Championship: Konosuke Takeshita (International) or Shingo Takagi (Openweight) vs. Tomohiro IshiiSingles Match: Yota Tsuji vs. Jack PerrySingles Match: Shota Umino vs. Claudio CastagnoliSingles Match: David Finlay vs. Brody KingTag Team Match for the Vacant IWGP Tag Team Championship: Great-O-Khan and Jeff Cobb vs. The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson & Nicholas Jackson)Winner Takes All Match for the Strong Women's Championship and the Undisputed British Women's Championship: Mercedes Moné (Strong) vs. Mina Shirakawa (British)Eight-Man Lucha Gauntlet Match: TBA (4 NJPW wrestlers and 4 CMLL wrestlers)Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to http://nordvpn.com/fightful to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + a Bonus Gift! It's completely risk free with Nord's 30 day money-back guarantee! https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Use Bluechew and the code Fightful to get your first shipment free and make sure your PERFORMANCE is peak! Visit https://go.bluechew.com/fightful to receive your first month FREE -- pay only $5 shipping.Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/FIGHTFULSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fightful-pro-wrestling-and-mma-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Many of us struggle with body image. Our bodies matter and we are called to care for them—but how do we do that without obsessing? What does it look like to steward our bodies? This week, I'm re-airing an interview about these questions with Lainey Greer. Lainey uses her unique background of exercise science and systematic theology to equip Christians with a biblical view of the body. We talk about the big picture of stewarding our health and what that looks like practically.  Show Notes: Lainey's website: https://laineygreer.com/  Forsaken Body Podcast  Be Well: Learning to Steward Your Health by Dr. Lainey Greer  Lainey's curriculum – Understand Healthy  Our Bodies Tell God's Story: Discovering the Divine Plan for Love, Sex, and Gender by Christopher West  Purdue study on obesity among religious  Providence by John Piper  The Practice of Godliness by Jerry Bridges  The Strong Women podcast exists to display the beautifully diverse ways God invites and equips women to participate in His story. Strong Women is a listener-funded program from the Colson Center that is only available for free because it has already been paid for by hundreds of listeners like you. To join the community of women who make this program possible, visit colsoncenter.org/swmonthly today.  The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center, which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/    Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women   Join Strong Women on Social Media:    https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC   https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/   https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/ 

Merry Christmas! Today, I'm re-airing a favorite episode featuring my friend Haley Stewart. Christmastide is a season of festivity—carols, parties, decorations, and food. But do we understand the real meaning of festivity and its divine origins? In this conversation, Haley offers us a Christian understanding of festivity that begins and ends with who God is and what He's done. Show Notes: Mouse Nuns series by Haley Stewart and Elizabeth Wallin:  The Pursuit of the Pilfered Cheese   The Curious Christmas Trail  Strange Sound by the Sea  ”The Sham Practice of Christmas” by Haley Stewart  Advent Resources from the Strong Women podcast:  In Tune with the World, a Theory of Festivity by Joseph Pieper  A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens  The Reed of God by Caryll Houselander  Advent Hymns: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, O Come Divine Messiah, People, Look East, Handel's Messiah  The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson  Silas Marner by George Eliot  Lord of the World by Robert Hugh Benson  Works of Mercy by Sally Thomas  The Church today is often seen as irrelevant. But this couldn't be further from the truth. At the Colson Center, we believe the Church is God's gift to the world, called to be present and active in this cultural moment without being taken captive by it. In other words, the Church is meant to “move the world,” not move with the world. That's why we equip believers with a Christian worldview through our media, training programs, and events—because a Church that “moves the world” starts with one faithful Christian. We need your help to continue strengthening the Church in 2025. Thanks to a generous matching donation, every gift between now and December 31 will be DOUBLED until we meet the full match. Help us strengthen the Church to move the world in 2025. Make a gift with double the impact at colsoncenter.org/swdecember.  The Strong Women podcast is a product of the Colson Center, which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women  Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

It's time for Ebenezer Scrooge to “face the facts” about his spiritual state and meet the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. My colleague Meredith joins me to explore this sobering yet necessary part of Scrooge's journey and the transformative power of mercy triumphing over judgment. Even if you're familiar with A Christmas Carol, you'll find some fresh truths about Scrooge's redemption (and ours!) in today's conversation.  Meredith's favorite adaptations of A Christmas Carol are A Christmas Carol (1951) with Alastair Sim, and the Broadway musical A Christmas Carol (1994) with music by Alan Menken. This episode of the Strong Women podcast corresponds with our Strong Women Advent 2024 reading plan. We're reading A Christmas Carol together this year, and you can read with us! Get your free reading guide at colsoncenter.org/advent.  Grab a copy of A Christmas Carol. Here are several options:  Free digital version  Paperback  Illustrated hardback  Ebook  Audiobooks  Bonus: Illustrations by John Leech  Adaptations of A Christmas Carol to watch:  Traditional  A Christmas Carol with Alastair Sim (1951) (Titled Scrooge in the U.K.)  A Christmas Carol with George C. Scott (1984)  A Christmas Carol with Sir Patrick Stewart (1999)  Musical  Scrooge with Albert Finney (1970)  A Christmas Carol (1994) (Broadway production. See here for upcoming performances near you)  Unconventional  The Muppet Christmas Carol with Michael Caine (1992)  A Christmas Carol with Jim Carrey (2009) (Animated feature)  Let me know what you think of these adaptations! Pop into the Strong Women Podcast Community Facebook group to let me know what's your favorite adaptation of A Christmas Carol.  Related Podcast Episodes:  Best of Strong Women: Discussing A Christmas Carol With Jessica Hooten Wilson  Embracing True Festivity This Christmas With Haley Stewart  Best of Strong Women: The Strength of Mary With Dr. Timothy Ralston  A Defense of Christmas (Classical Stuff You Should Know)     The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc 

Abundance, festivity, community, and feasting are hallmarks of the Christmas season! They're also central themes in Ebenezer Scrooge's journey with the Ghost of Christmas Present. Heidi White joins us this week for a rich discussion on the second spirit in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Listen and learn how fasting, feasting, service, and celebration shape the Christmas season and our Christian life.   This episode of the Strong Women podcast corresponds with our Strong Women Advent 2024 reading plan. We're reading A Christmas Carol together this year, and you can read with us! Get your free reading guide at colsoncenter.org/advent.  Grab a copy of A Christmas Carol. Here are several options:  Free digital version  Paperback  Illustrated hardback  Ebook  Audiobooks  Bonus: Illustrations by John Leech  Adaptations of A Christmas Carol to watch:  Traditional  A Christmas Carol with Alastair Sim (1951) (Titled Scrooge in the U.K.)  A Christmas Carol with George C. Scott (1984)  A Christmas Carol with Sir Patrick Stewart (1999)  Musical  Scrooge with Albert Finney (1970)  A Christmas Carol (1994) (Broadway production. See here for upcoming performances near you)  Unconventional  The Muppet Christmas Carol with Michael Caine (1992)  A Christmas Carol with Jim Carrey (2009) (Animated feature)  Let me know what you think of these adaptations! Pop into the Strong Women Podcast Community Facebook group to let me know what's your favorite adaptation of A Christmas Carol.  Related Podcast Episodes:  Best of Strong Women: Discussing a Christmas Carol With Jessica Hooten Wilson  Embracing True Festivity This Christmas With Haley Stewart  Best of Strong Women: The Strength of Mary With Dr. Timothy Ralston  A Defense of Christmas (Classical Stuff You Should Know)    The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women    Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/  https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc