Hope Unabridged
A podcast that seeks to find hope in the midst of our unedited stories
Episode 50: Putting Family First and Being Famous at Home With Dr. Josh & Christi Straub
May 4, 2022 • Dr. Josh & Christi Straub
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, join Kasey & Angie as they speak with Dr. Josh & Christi Straub on how to be famous at home while putting family first. The Straubs are speakers, authors, and marriage and leadership coaches. Together, they lead Famous at Home, an organization devoted to equipping leaders, organizations, military families, and churches in emotional intelligence and family wellness.
Episode 48: Prayers of Rest with Asheritah CiuCiu
April 6, 2022 • Asheritah CiuCiu
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to find solitude in prayer with author, speaker, and founder of One Thing Alone Ministries, Asheritah CiuCiu. Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins
Episode 47: The Glass House with Ben and Lynley Mandrell
March 23, 2022 • Ben and Lynley Mandrell
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss transparency and how marriage and ministry coincide for better and worse with Ben & Lynley Mandrell. Ben currently serves as the 10th president of Lifeway Christian Resources, and with Lynley, launched “The Glass House”, a podcast hosted by Lifeway.
Episode 46: "What If It's Wonderful?" With Nicole Zasowski
March 9, 2022 • Nicole Zasowski
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss why celebration and joy is important for our emotional and spiritual health with licensed marriage and family therapist, Nicole Zasowski. Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins
Episode 45: How to Heal Our Racial Divide with Dr. Derwin Gray
February 23, 2022 • Dr. Derwin Gray
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to heal our racial divide with the lead pastor of Transformation Church, Dr. Derwin Grey. Listen and learn how we as God’s people can build multi-ethnic congregations.
Episode 44: Intentional Father with John Tyson
December 8, 2021 • Jon Tyson
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to be an intentional father with pastor and church planter, Jon Tyson. Watch as Jon takes us on his own personal journey with his son, which will leave you inspired to create intentional time with your own kids throughout your parenting journey.
Episode 43: Turning Our Mess into His Message with Dr. Noe Garcia
December 1, 2021 • Noe Garcia
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how we can turn our "mess" into "His message" with Dr. Noe Garcia. Dr. Garcia is the senior pastor at North Phoenix Baptist Church in Phoenix, Arizona, and also serves as a writer for Lifeway Voices. He is passionate about reaching and equipping people with the gospel of Jesus Christ in Phoenix and around the world.
Episode 42: A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself with Sarah Bragg
November 24, 2021 • Sarah Bragg
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how mothers can raise themselves with podcast host, communicator, and author Sarah Bragg. Join the conversation as they delve into a range of topics, such as motherhood as a relationship over calling, self-care, how our kids are our greatest teachers, and why we should listen to our bodies.
Episode 41: Building a Goodness Culture with Scot McKnight
November 17, 2021 • Scot McKnight
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss the Church of TOV with author and theologian, Scot McKnight. Watch and learn how to restore the church to a culture of goodness that promotes healing, safety, and spiritual growth. You will not want to miss this episode as they delve into this important and timely topic. Scot McKnight is an American New Testament scholar, historian of early Christianity, theologian, and author who has written widely on the historical Jesus, early Christianity and Christian living. He is currently Professor of New Testament at Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Lisle, IL.
Episode 40: Faith Formed from Ashes with Brian Zahnd
October 8, 2021 • Brian Zahnd
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to hold onto our faith in an age of unbelief and why we should risk the journey of deconstruction so that God can forge something more beautiful in its place. Watch as Brian Zahnd shares his wisdom and insight on this important topic. Brian is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church, a non-denominational Christian congregation in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Brian and his wife, Peri, founded the church in 1981. Brian is also the author of several books.
Episode 39: Clinging to Hope with Sheila Walsh
October 1, 2021 • Sheila Walsh
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to cling to hope when your life is falling apart and why it is important to share our own personal journeys and struggles. Listen as guest speaker Sheila Walsh shares her impactful testimony. Sheila is first a wife and mom, and in her spare time she is an author, Bible teacher, and television host. She has spoken around the world to over 6 million women and reaches a potential 100 million people daily as co-host of the Life Today television program. Visit Sheila's Website: https://sheilawalsh.com Follow Sheila on Instagram: @sheilawalsh1 Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins
Episode 38: Forming Resilient Children with Holly Catterton Allen
September 24, 2021 • Dr. Holly Catterton Allen
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss how to form resilient children with Dr. Holly Catterton Allen. Listen and learn how the role of spiritual formation is key to a child's healthy development. Dr. Allen is a professor of family studies and Christian ministries at Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. Her brand new book, Forming Resilient Children, is available now on Amazon & InterVarsity Press. Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins
Episode 37: Walking in Wisdom When Everyone is Fighting with Hannah Anderson
September 17, 2021 • Hannah Anderson
Join us on Hope Unabridged as Kasey and Angie discuss how to walk in wisdom when everyone is fighting about everything all around us with Hannah Anderson. Hannah is an author, podcaster, and speaker who spends most of her time crafting her work in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Her newest book, World on Fire, is available now on Amazon. You will not want to miss this insightful episode! Visit Hannah's Website: https://www.sometimesalight.com/ Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hannah_._anderson Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins
Episode 36: Chasing Wonder with Ginger Stache
July 16, 2021 • Ginger Stache
On this episode of Hope Unabridged, Kasey and Angie discuss what it looks like to chase wonder and adventure in a broken world with Ginger Stache. Ginger is an Emmy award-winning documentarian, writer, producer, talk show host, and Chief Creative Officer at Joyce Meyer Ministries. You will not want to miss this “wondrous” episode! Visit Ginger's Website: https://gingerlstache.com/ Follow Ginger on Instagram @gingerlstache Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins