Best Brad McLeod Podcasts (2024)

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Season 6 - Ep 8 | To Build a House: In Leadership, Under Leadership - Our Years at TTC | The Authentic Faith Podcast 47:55

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This week John Will sat down with Moriah to discuss the raw truth of being in leadership and under leadership in a growing church. Looking back at their experiences over the past 5 years at Two Trees Church and seeing what the Spirit has done and is doing as we prepare to finally move into our new building! We want to hear from you! Drop us a line …

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Surrendering to Win: Justin’s Journey from Alcohol Struggle to Sobriety 56:16

24m ago56:16

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In this episode Justin shares his compelling story of growing up amidst domestic violence, struggling with various addictions, and his journey toward sobriety. He discusses his battle with alcohol, heroin, and other substances, the impact of his actions on his personal life, and his eventual path to recovery. Justin reflects on the transformative m…

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After a three-day alcohol bender, Megan had an experience that would kick-start her sobriety journey. 52:14

6d ago52:14

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In this episode, I welcome Megan, who shares her powerful sobriety journey. Megan opens up about her struggles with perfectionism, early exposure to alcohol, postpartum anxiety, and the loss of her father. After a life-changing moment on Easter 2019, she embraced spontaneous sobriety and immersed herself in various recovery methods, including thera…

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Season 6 - Ep 7 | To Influence a City: Parenting, Priorities, & Staying Present | The Authentic Faith Podcast 47:52

7d ago47:52

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On this episode Moriah McLeod sat down with Brooke Courter to hear her heart on keeping priorities in focus, God leading her to start Harbor House - a homeschool co-op- and her experience in the parenting stages while keeping in step with God throughout each season. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comm…

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John's Journey: From a First Drink at 12 to a Life Changed by Alcohol. 1:09:05

12d ago1:09:05

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In this compelling episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, John Buckley candidly shares his harrowing yet inspiring journey through alcoholism and his ultimate path to sobriety. Growing up in an Irish immigrant household with a father battling alcohol addiction, John reflects on his early encounters with drinking and the profound impact it had on …

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Season 6 - Ep 6 | To Influence a City: Election Season & A Political Spirit | The Authentic Faith Podcast 55:28

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Pastor Brad and Moriah chat this week about the kingdom of God vs the political spirit of the air… what cancel culture tries to do and what the model of Jesus’ life shows us. What do the lives of many in scripture show us? Is our motivation love or fear in a heightened political culture. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTub…

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Season 6 - Ep 5 | To Build a House: In the Cool of the Day w/ Jemi Preudhomme | The Authentic Faith Podcast 44:11

25d ago44:11

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“Walking in Gods presence and hearing his voice day to day.” In this episode Moriah McLeod sits down with pastor Jemi Preudhomme to discus finding the Lord in the secrete place and in the garden. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next talking point. Podcast audio direct link! Buzzspr…

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Lisa wondered why was alcohol so important to her? Sobriety was the next step. 1:03:17

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In this episode, we have Lisa, who shares her compelling story of sobriety and reclaiming her life. Growing up Lisa faced a challenging childhood with a mother suffering from MS. Despite her struggles with self-esteem, she discovered sports as an outlet. However, in high school, alcohol became a coping mechanism for fitting in and dealing with unco…

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Season 6 - Ep 4 | To Influence a City: Peacemakers | The Authentic Faith Podcast 57:36

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We are called to be Peacemakers. To bring peace (Jesus) into every space we walk in. In this weeks episode Shane Elliott steps in for Moriah and "hijacks" the podcast with guest Albert Aguiar. We hope you enjoy his comical yet heartfelt episode! We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next…

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Journey to Healing: Mason's Transformative Battle from addiction to sobriety. 55:47

29d ago55:47

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In this episode, we have Mason who shares his profound journey from childhood growing up in a family where alcohol was part of the norm, Mason recounts his experiences with his parents' substance use issues, navigating school life, and coming to terms with his own struggles. He dives into his periods of heavy drinking, the challenges of accepting h…

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Season 6 - Ep 3 | To Build a House: Worship (Part 2) with Dylan Reynolds and Seth Dailey | The Authentic Faith Podcast 49:39

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This week we continue to talk over worship and worship leading in the local church… how did God call these two men into leading in this way through music? Killing performance and letting go of control and trusting the Holy Spirit to point us to Jesus. Such a great episode! We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Yo…

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Season 6 - Ep 2 | To Build a House: Worship (Part 1) | The Authentic Faith Podcast 53:00

2M ago53:00

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This week Moriah McLeod & Pastor “Jefe” Brad Lawson dove into- our lives as worship… it’s more than just a song. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next talking point. Podcast audio direct link! Buzzsprout: https://authenticfaith.buzzsprout.com/ You can also listen directly on Spotify…

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For decades Alcohol ran Stephanie's life and getting honest about the problem changed everything. 57:21

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In this episode, we have Stephanie who discusses her multiple-decade battle with alcohol addiction. As the youngest of five girls, Stephanie grew up in a household heavily exposed to alcohol, leading her to start drinking at a young age. Her journey through high school, college, and her professional life is marked by escalating alcohol use, culmina…

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Season 6 - Ep 1 | To Build a House: Opposition & His Promises in the Waiting | The Authentic Faith Podcast 54:12

2M ago54:12

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Brad Lawson & Moriah McLeod bring in the new season episode with what has been going on during this end-of-summer, building our new place of worship, & keeping our eyes on Jesus in the midst of opposition & in the waiting. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next talking point. Podcast…

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From hopeless and homeless to sobriety Kelsey's story. 1:01:49

2M ago1:01:49

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, we have Kelsey, who details her journey from a turbulent childhood to overcoming profound addiction challenges. Raised by her grandparents due to her parents’ substance abuse issues, Kelsey sought connection through drugs and alcohol, leading to a life marked by substance misuse, including cocaine, h…

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From an obsession with skateboarding to and obsession with alcohol. Chad's story of sobriety. 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

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In this episode, I sit down with Chad Caruso to discuss his incredible journey from skateboarding to overcoming addiction. Chad shares candid insights about his upbringing, his passion for skateboarding, and how he gradually fell into the damaging cycle of alcohol. Despite facing challenges like dropping out of school and multiple DWIs, Chad turned…

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Ryan started as the party guy and then alcohol took over his entire life. 56:06

2M ago56:06

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, my buddy Ryan joins us to share his sobriety journey. Ryan reflects on his childhood in a tight-knit community, his introduction to alcohol in high school, and how his father's coping mechanisms influenced his own. He describes the progressive nature of his alcohol dependency, the strain it put on hi…

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Over time, alcohol took over Dave's life, but giving it up improved every area of his life. 52:05

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In this episode we have Dave, who shares his deeply personal and inspirational journey from growing up with an anxious mind and early struggles with guilt and shame, to becoming a defined party guy in high school and college. Despite achieving professional milestones, Dave's life was becoming increasingly unmanageable due to his drinking. He opens …

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For Ashley, her struggle with alcohol became too heavy to carry alone. 51:14

3M ago51:14

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, we have Ashley who shares about her journey from growing up in a single-parent household with attachment anxiety, through her struggles with alcohol addiction from her teenage years into her adult life. Ashley shares her experiences of hiding her addiction, the trauma of losing close family members t…

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Alcohol destroys everything in it's path - Jess's story of sobriety. 1:12:27

3M ago1:12:27

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In this episode of the Podcast, we have Jess, who shares her deeply personal and powerful story of growing up in a seemingly perfect middle-class family in Portland, Oregon, while dealing with an emotionally absent father and a series of traumatic experiences. Jess opens up about her early experimentation with alcohol, the challenging transitions d…

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Kari grew up in an alcoholic environment and drinking was apart of everything. 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Kari shares her powerful journey from a challenging childhood in an alcoholic environment to achieving sobriety. Despite growing up surrounded by alcohol and undergoing various personal struggles, Kari recounts her battle with alcohol, the impact it had on her life, and how she managed to find the st…

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Nikki knew giving up alcohol was the right decision long before she did it. 44:01

3M ago44:01

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Nikki recounts her journey of sobriety, beginning from her early experiences with alcohol in Sydney, Australia, where the legal drinking age is 18 and societal pressure to drink is high. She describes her youthful experimentation and eventual reliance on drinking during a difficult breakup, leading t…

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Leanne's struggle with alcohol and cocaine took her to the brink. Now 4 years sober she tells the tale. 59:01

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Leanne shares her journey of overcoming addiction to alcohol and cocaine, and the transformations she sees in her life since choosing recovery. She openly discusses her early life experiences, her struggles being adopted, dealing with ADHD, the pressures of a dancing career, and her almost life-ending relationship with substance abuse. Leanne’s dau…

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Resilience and Redemption: Shane's Journey to Sobriety 1:03:20

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In this episode of the podcast, we have Shane, who reflects on a loving childhood that took a dark turn due to severe bullying in middle school, leading him to drink alcohol for the first time, from experimenting with alcohol and drugs in his adolescence to facing severe addiction in his adult years, including an impactful self-intervention and mul…

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Overcoming Hidden Struggles: Tiffany's Journey to Sobriety 1:00:03

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In this heartfelt episode of the Podcast, we have Tiffany, who opens up about her upbringing in a strict Christian home in the Midwest, where she was the eldest of six in a bustling family environment. Sharing her journey from a care-free childhood to battling perfectionism, and the emotional challenges she faced, Tiffany provides an honest recount…

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A 20+ year struggle with Alcohol - Dave's Story 51:30

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In this episode, Dave shares his incredible journey to sobriety. Born into a household of addiction and instability, Dave recounts his childhood experiences and the impact they had on his life choices. Moving from a tumultuous upbringing to struggling with alcohol as an adult, Dave eventually reaches a turning point that leads him to seek help and …

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Finding Purpose Through Sobriety: Nisha's Journey 52:11

4M ago52:11

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, Nisha shares her compelling journey of growing up as a first-generation South Asian-American in a small town, navigating the complexities of fitting in, and eventually finding a connection in sports. As her story unfolds, she details the role of alcohol in her life through high school and college and…

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Navigating Dry July and Beyond 1:02:29

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In this insightful episode, Brad and four special guests discuss their experiences with sobriety and offer valuable tips for those participating in 'Dry July.' They share personal stories and advice on starting and maintaining a sober lifestyle, emphasize the importance of support systems, and highlight unexpected benefits. With practical mantras a…

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Melissa's story from grey area drinking to sobriety. 1:08:44

4M ago1:08:44

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In this emotional and powerful episode, we welcome Melissa, who courageously shares her journey to sobriety. From struggling with alcohol during her teenage years in Wisconsin to moving to New York to pursue a career in theatre, Melissa's story is filled with ups and downs. She discusses how her alcohol use escalated during her adult life. With ins…

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Season 5 - Ep 14 | To Build A House: 117 Construction & Inheritance with Pastor Shane Elliot | The Authentic Faith Podcast 52:18

4M ago52:18

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Moriah and Shane discuss the 117 N Ventura Avenue building phase and what is to come. Talking about legacy left behind to the next generation and what a Biblical inheritance and success looks like to them… the Church being build up inside and outside the walls. Last episode of the season! New season coming in September. We want to hear from you! Dr…

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Will's Journey to the Brink: A Tale of Alcohol and Recovery 1:03:18

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In this episode, Will shares his powerful story of growing up in a supportive family, his early struggles with alcohol in high school, and the progressive nature of his addiction. At 14 Will had his first drink and recalled the seamless transition as alcohol was normalized all around him. Alcohol would creep into every corner of Will’s life as he w…

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Why am I trying so hard to control the amount of alcohol I drink? with Jared Blake 1:08:52

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In this episode of the Podcast, Jared shares his journey from a seemingly normal childhood in rural Arkansas to struggling with addiction and eventually finding sobriety. Jared shares about the impact of his addiction on his role as a father. Jared recounts his experiences in rehab, the importance of honesty and community in recovery, and how his c…

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Season 5 - Ep 13 | To Influence a City: Neighborhood Prayers with Rafael Robles | The Authentic Faith Podcast 47:58

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Such a great episode with Rafael Robles who leads CityKidz on the Westside of Ventura, pastors with our Two Trees Spanish Service team, & so much more. In this chat we focused in on the Westside, prayers answered and prayers still to be answered. Rafael is a champion in faith here in Ventura and having him share is what we need to hear. We want to …

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For Natalie a "Rock Bottom" was not required to break up with alcohol. 1:00:05

5M ago1:00:05

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In this episode, Natalie has been sober since October 16, 2022, and shares her inspiring sobriety journey. Natalie recounts her childhood in Kentucky, her disciplined college years, and her eventual immersion into social drinking through her career in sales. Struggling with moderation, Natalie navigates societal pressures, and the mommy wine cultur…

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Season 5 - Ep 12 | To Build A House: 1 Corinthians 2:2 | The Authentic Faith Podcast 50:37

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Moriah and Pastor Brad recap the Jesus 24’ gathering from last weekend through their own perspective and what God is showing them and get to the point that we want to know Jesus Christ and Him crucified. We have our ideas, convictions, words from God, & encouragements but without Him it’s all useless. Abide in Him as the vine today! We want to hear…

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Mod Sun's Path to Sobriety and Self-Discovery 1:15:02

5M ago1:15:02

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Mod Sun shares his transformative journey from a chaotic childhood in rural Minnesota to becoming a successful solo artist. He discusses growing up with divorced parents, early sports ambitions, and how he looked up to Travis Barker which sparked his music career. Mod Sun opens up about his battles w…

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Brenton lost himself in alcohol and knew he couldn't get sober on his own. 48:45

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In this episode of the Brenton shares his journey through a childhood filled with constant relocations, his early life in a large family, and his experiences with homeschooling. He shares his struggles with alcohol, starting in college, and how it intensified following personal and professional setbacks. Brenton wrestled with the thoughts of being …

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From Alcohol Brand Ambassador to Sobriety - Thomas's story 55:27

5M ago55:27

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In this episode of the show, we have Thomas, who shares his inspiring journey toward sobriety. Thomas discusses his childhood and his teenage years filled with minor troubles. He recounts how his drinking habits escalated during his bartending career and later as a brand ambassador for alcohol companies. Thomas speaks about the moment he realized h…

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Season 5 - Ep 11 | To Influence a City: Fire/EMS and Family with Zack Borough | The Authentic Faith Podcast 47:52

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Moriah talked with her brother in law Zack Borough on his journey balancing family and fire life. He shares the simplicity of moving forward with God, stepping through the doors in front of you. Zack has served this community with work experience at Los Robles Hospital as an Emergency Room Technician, with American Medical Response as a Paramedic, …

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Garrett struggled for years attempting to moderate his alcohol intake. True freedom was found in sobriety. 54:17

5M ago54:17

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In this episode of the Podcast, Garrett shares his journey of growing up in a small town in Iowa, enjoying a seemingly normal childhood, and later struggling with alcohol. Reflecting on his high school years, college days, and the progressive impact of alcohol on his life, Garrett talks about his experiences with social drinking, blackouts, and bru…

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Season 5 - Ep 10 | To Build A House: Birthed in the Spirit | The Authentic Faith Podcast 56:45

6M ago56:45

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On today's episode pastor Brad chats with friend & fellow pastor John Will about birthing ministries in the Spirit. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next talking point. Podcast audio direct link! Buzzsprout: https://authenticfaith.buzzsprout.com/ You can also listen directly on Spot…

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Jen's journey began with teenage drinking to fit in, transitioned into the mommy wine culture, and ultimately led her to sobriety. 58:58

6M ago58:58

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In this episode, Jen shares her journey with alcohol, from her early days of drinking at 15 to her decision to become sober. Growing up in a household without alcohol, Jen discusses how she turned to drinking to fit in and cope with insecurities and anxiety, leading to her involvement with party drugs during her teens. She recounts her years of put…

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Season 5 - Ep 9 | To Influence a City: Yielding & Influencing in Jobs with Mika Harris | The Authentic Faith Podcast 52:34

6M ago52:34

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On today's podcast Mika Harris came and shared her work life over the years, seeing God through it all! We went deeper into her role in social work and bringing the Kingdom of God into it. Join us for this fun and insightful episode. We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our next talking poi…

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For Saz moderating her alcohol intake never worked. Quitting completely was the answer. 1:06:08

6M ago1:06:08

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In this episode, we have Saz, she discusses her struggles with drinking, its roots in her childhood, and the escalated challenges she faced through her teenage years to adulthood because of it. Despite a supportive family and a seemingly happy childhood in Northern Ireland, Saz's insecurities and need for control led her to a struggle with eating a…

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Season 5 - Ep 8 | To Build a House: Managing Your Inner World | The Authentic Faith Podcast 53:33

6M ago53:33

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In this episode Pastor Brad talks with his good friend Shane Elliott about being healthy men, self control, and dealing with the internal storm. Lots of great content for both men and women of all ages. I hope you enjoy as we dive into the episode! We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could be our n…

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Progressively, alcohol (wine) took over Megan's life, and sobriety was the ultimate power move. 1:07:15

6M ago1:07:15

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In this episode, my friend Megan Wilcox shares her life story, emphasizing the struggle with her self-worth, addiction, and eventually finding sobriety. Growing up, her parents divorced, and Megan faced difficulties fitting in and experienced anxiety from a young age. Her journey into addiction began with gambling and escalated into daily wine drin…

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Season 5 - Ep 7 | To Influence a City: Humility & Love in the Industry | The Authentic Faith Podcast 58:25

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In today's episode we had on Ricky Staub, a friend, a father, a husband, a writer and director and so much more. The common thread through the conversation and his life is loving the person in front of you well. Can't wait for you to hear the conversation! We want to hear from you! Drop us a line on Instagram, YouTube, or email. Your comment could …

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Sober Since 2012 MJ shares his struggles with addiction and the story of how it unfolded. 1:02:41

6M ago1:02:41

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In this episode, we have MJ who has been sober since 2012 and opens up about his challenging journey from a troubled childhood in New York City, marked by overprotection and bullying, to his struggles with alcohol and drug addiction as an adult. MJ shares how being overprotective instilled a fear in him that led to his inability to socialize withou…

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Alcohol had become such a part of Leigh's identity, but she knew drinking was no longer an option, and it was her responsibility to make the changes. 52:33

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In this episode of the Podcast, we have Leigh, discussing her journey to sobriety. Leigh shares her upbringing in a traditional household in Missouri, where drinking was not part of the story, her initial encounter with alcohol in college, and her struggles with anxiety, OCD, and social awkwardness. Despite starting drinking at a later age, Leigh t…

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Johnny saw addiction first hand growing up and swore that would never be his life until it was. 51:31

7M ago51:31

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In this episode, we have Johnny a veteran who shares his transformative journey from growing up amidst the chaos of his brothers' addiction during the South Florida crack epidemic, to falling into his destructive cycle of substance abuse. Despite excelling in school and initially resisting the path of addiction, Johnny's experimentation with alcoho…

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