The Talking Story Podcast absolutely knows that there is a reason for YOU being here on this planet. We all have purpose and a reason to be! Join father and daughter, Bob and Kelsey Waliszewski, as they travel the world talking with ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things. We hope these conversations will give you tools to live into your purpose, because we KNOW you are extraordinary and can make this world a better place. 2021 we begin a series called "Picking up the Pieces", whe ...
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Shame Can Keep You Stuck! Real Talk with Jennifer Polimino on Abortion and her Healing Journey
49:02
49:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:02
This beautiful lady shares her incredible and redemptive story of healing from a past of sexual abuse and having an abortion. Whether having an abortion is in your history or not, every single one of us deals with shame at some point in our life. Shame can freeze us, and stop us from living a full, joy-filled and purposeful life. Anyone can pull in…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Four Gals Talking about the Struggle in Singleness
1:11:58
1:11:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:11:58
Single or know someone who is single? We invite you to be a "fly on the wall" as Kelsey and a group of gals talk about the good, bad, and ugly of singleness. Maybe you are single and feel like you'll be single forever? Maybe you’re thriving in singleness? Maybe being single makes you feel stuck because you envisioned your life with another? Well th…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Struggling with Addiction? Alcohol, Drugs, Porn, Food, Gambling, Shopping…Judgement Free Zone Onipaa
1:00:27
1:00:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:27
It's our longest episode in this series, 'Onipa'a: Resiliency Pushing Through Pain, but it is a MUST listen for those struggling in addiction and for those watching a loved one struggle. Kuhio, director of Teen/Adult Challenge on Big Island, comes to the table to share his many year struggle with drugs and alcohol. His vulnerability shows how destr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Using your Pain to Push you Forward: our conversation with Carol Adams
40:57
40:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:57
Have you ever been poisoned? Survived a civil war by hidingin a crawl space in a thatched hut? We haven’t either, but Carol Adams has!Reading Carol’s book, Grit of Love, we just knew we needed to get her on our podcast as her life resonates with the idea of not giving up. She shares with us herjourney of being a victim of abuse to helping those who…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Raising a Child with Special Needs and How you Can Support: Onipa’a/Resiliency Series
36:11
36:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:11
Welcome Kerri Wolcott to The Talking Story Podcast. Kerri is a busy lady as a wife, mom of 3, business woman, consultant and friend to many. Although she could talk on many different subjects, she comes to the proverbial table to talk about raising a child with special needs. Grant, her middle child now 18 years old, was diagnosed with Autism as a …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Church Hurt is Real! Onipa’a/Resiliency Series
33:40
33:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:40
We are so excited to be talking with Matthew Cork, head pastor of Friends Church in California, the largest Quaker church in the USA. Matthew Cork comes to the table to talk about the amazing things he and his church community have done to combat sexual exploitation in India working with the Dalit people. 250 million people are considered less than…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Pushing Through Hard Things! Onipa’a/Resiliency Series
32:26
32:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:26
We are so excited to be starting our new season titled: ‘Onipa’a. This Hawaiian word means steadfast/resilient and was used to describe the last reigning Hawaiian sovereign Queen Lilioukalani, as she unjustly was overthrown by mercenaries backed by the United States Government and was placed on house arrest. As she endured the hardship, she made ha…
…
continue reading
Hey ya'll. It is me. Solo podcast here. Want to share with you about a personal journey of anxiety. So listen in. Also would you consider purchasing our Children's book, Little Gray's Altruistic Adventure? www.moimoimarket.com To donate www.forchildrentoflourish.org
…
continue reading
Guess what? We have Alex McFarland on our podcast today! As a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, religion and culture analyst, and advocate for biblical truth, Alex McFarland speaks worldwide. He has preached in over 2,000 churches throughout North America and numerous more internationally. He also speaks at Christian events, conferences, deb…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Altruism: Someone Somewhere is Depending on You to do what God has Created YOU to do!
22:54
22:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:54
Someone somewhere is depending on you to do what God has called you to do. This is God's way. He puts extraordinary tasks on the plates of ordinary people so that ordinary people can see what an extraordinary God can do. We refer to episodes: The Story Behind the Children's book: Season 4 Episode 1 Dr. Dobson is a VERY... Season 3 episode 25 Dallas…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Story Behind the Children's Book: Supporting Generation Alpha to Live Altruistically
32:26
32:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:26
You guys! We here at Moi Moi Market have launched our first product! The dream for this children's book began in Indiana, manifested in Hawaii, was put into action in Illinois, then flown to Africa where it then was manufactured in Kansas. So many people have been a part of this altruistic journey, and we want to thank you all for being a part of t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Dr. Dobson is our VERY Special Guest, and Personally a Hero of Mine; He Has Used His Life to Truly Make a Difference in the Lives of Others
25:01
25:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:01
Dr. James Dobson even in his eighties continues to live his life to help others. His heart to help the family has been influential throughout the last 5 decades. As he shares in this podcast, his journey to a life of purpose begins with his faith in Jesus. He truly believes that if we operate in God's original design of family, we would see a healt…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Feeling Stuck? Exploring the Enneagram and How it Can Help Us Find Purpose: Amy from Simply Wholehearted
55:55
55:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:55
We are so excited to announce Amy Wicks from Simply Wholehearted Enneagram as our next podcast guest! She is a wife, mother, and life coach passionate about helping an individual find freedom IN their God given personality! As we pursue tools to help you continue a purposeful life, Amy helps us explore the enneagram as a tool to understand our stre…
…
continue reading
Show Notes Coming Soon
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Aloha Ke Akua: Using Culture to Reach People with Daniel Kikawa
1:05:27
1:05:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:27
OH WOW, this conversation with Daniel Kikawa, founder of Aloha Ke Akua, is eye opening and thought provoking. We talk about new ideas in how to share the gospel using what is already established in other people's culture vs forcing the western way. Daniel the author of books God of Light and God of Darkness and Perpetuated in Righteousness, a well …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Debrief on Africa and Feelings of Being Inadaquate
31:54
31:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:54
Show notes coming soon
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Next Big Thing: How Little Choices Can Make a Big Impact: Danny Lehmann
50:20
50:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:20
Today's podcast is for those who are feeling stuck. For those who feel a Big call on their life but can't seem to figure out the how. To those who want to do and be a part of BIG things, this conversation is one you don't want to miss. What a privilege to have Danny Lehmann on The Talking Story Podcast! Danny is an international speaker who has bee…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Experiencing the Jitters before Heading to Africa: How do I Cope with Uncertain Things?
35:18
35:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:18
Taking a step into the unknown can be very scary and intimidating. I, Kelsey, show up in real time and share what I'm feeling about heading to Africa. God has been teaching me a lot in Exodus and Joshua, so I share with you what I shared with the Emmaus church in Hilo, that God is faithful, He is good, He works miracles...but we (humans) have a sho…
…
continue reading
A couple of dear friends have come to The Talking Story Podcast table to talk about *drum roll please* FRIENDSHIP! In real time I come seeking advice about some of my personal struggles in friendship. I've been recently wounded by a friend. What do I do? How do I forgive? Do I let go? How do I take responsibility in a friendship? How can I be a bet…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Friendshipping 101 (that's now a word:) with Rachael and Jacque
48:29
48:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:29
A couple of dear friends have come to The Talking Story Podcast table to talk about *drum roll please* FRIENDSHIP! In real time I come seeking advice about some of my personal struggles in friendship. I've been recently wounded by a friend. What do I do? How do I forgive? Do I let go? How do I take responsibility in a friendship? How can I be a bet…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Altruism: Foster Care and Adoption with Loving Shepherd Ministries
1:03:33
1:03:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:33
We are so excited to share this podcast with you all from Blufton, Indiana! I tell you, great things are coming out of Blufton. Refer back to our podcasts Season 3 Episode 3 and 12. However, we feel that this blog needs to direct attention to their blog... Read "Small Decisions with Big Outcomes" as an encouragement that you don't need to have the …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
To You Mommas Out There (Announcements and Rebroadcast)
1:11:50
1:11:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:11:50
May 9, 2021 was Mother's Day. And in honor of Mother's Day and reminding you, if you are a mom, have one of the most important jobs on the planet! So be encouraged, be inspired, know you are not alone and that I'm in awe of you each and every day! Thanks for raising our next generation of leaders...well! Love, Kelsey…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Season 3 Ep.14. God Can Be Trusted in ANY Season- our interview with Dallas Jenkins, Director of The Chosen.
56:49
56:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:49
What a fabulous way to launch The Talking Story Podcast after a month long hiatus by interviewing Dallas Jenkins, the Director of The Chosen, a TV series about the life of Jesus. We get it, you are probably rolling your eyes and thinking "not another Jesus film", but ya'll let me tell you, this TV series is life changing, exceptional, inspiring, he…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Biggest Decision in my Life...and how it has Changed my Life
22:36
22:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:36
Show notes coming soon
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Forgotten Children? A conversation with Matt Hartsell and Kody Kumfer
1:09:07
1:09:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:07
Show notes coming soonwww.forgottenchildren.org
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
New and Exciting Things on the Horizon: Our Conversation with Terry Linhart from Bethel University
36:00
36:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:00
www.buhawaii.com
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
I'm Broken Inside... inviting you into a real and deep conversation with a friend
59:42
59:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:42
Want to join this conversation? Start a message with us here or email me, Kelsey, at hello@moimoimarket.com
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
“When Four Gunmen Started Toward My Family...” Our Chat with YWAMers Kevin and Sue Prins about how to Find Direction after Dealing with Hard Things
49:23
49:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:23
In the series of Picking up the Pieces, The Talking Story wants to hear from you. We all have gone through hard things, and having a safe place to wrestle through the pain, doubts, anger, and fear is the beginning to healing and ultimately finding direction and purpose.We truly believe God does not waste anything in our lives, even the pain and str…
…
continue reading
This episode aired on the Business with Purpose podcast, to learn more, click here Have you ever wished it could be easier to find and purchase products of purpose? Have you ever wanted to really know how your dollar is helping to bring hope and healing to an individual or community’s life? My guest today is on a mission to do just that. Kelsey Wal…
…
continue reading
Donna and Dawn Glass, a mother/daughter team, has devoted their lives in helping others share their stories. Their ministry, Life Unwrapped-Empowers believers to be courageous, confident, and committed as active witnesses in their journey... for God's glory.We are the only credible witness to share our life-altering moment with Jesus, that took our…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Sustainable Living in Uncertain Times and What to do When you don’t see Eye to Eye with Your Spouse
55:54
55:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:54
This week we are so excited to talk to Ryan and Dani McAfee on The Talking Story Podcast. Dani and Kelsey were inseparable when interns on the Big Island of Hawaii in 2007 as juniors in college. Despite being in very different seasons of life, Dani and Kelsey have continued to cultivate a beautiful friendship over the last decade.After spending alm…
…
continue reading
Hey TTSP tribe, Happy February 1. I felt this week that I should get on and share with you in real time, some things I'm learning in my life as I'm in the process of "Picking up the Pieces" after a very difficult 2020. If I'm being open, which I try to be on this platform, 2020 was a year of loss. I lost a dear family member, I lost my job, I lost …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Family Economics: It Takes a Village to Live a Thriving Life
54:08
54:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:08
At the age of 31, I moved in with my parents. I had a successful career, I had been on my own for 16 years, I was an adult living my best life...yet here I was, moving in with the parentals. It was very humbling, very humbling. Why would I do such a thing... one may ask in this western- individualistic- society we live in? Well the simple answer, I…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
In a Crisis? We Talk about ALL the Things: Men in crisis, where to go in a crisis, abortion, and...
57:39
57:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:39
Guarantee all of us have experienced a crisis in our lives. In fact, maybe some of us are currently in a crisis. In our conversation today, we talk to Brandy from Helping Hands who shares her beginnings on starting a crisis pregnancy center. It doesn't matter what your crisis is, the application from this interview applies to anyone at anytime no m…
…
continue reading
Sex Trafficking Awareness DAY...January 11, 2021 Easy things you can do to combat the issues of Sex Trafficking 1) Educate yourself Listen to a The Talking Story Podcast episode each day this week that talks about sex trafficking (or re-listen if you are a TTSP avid listener). Season 1 Episode 3- Hoolanapua Season 1 Episode 9-Thistle Farms Season 1…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
2021 Picking up the Pieces: Starts with Forgiving the Hurt
55:19
55:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:19
Happy New Year and welcome to our series "Picking up the Pieces". Many of us probably never want to visit 2020 again. 2020 brought significant trials: job loss, broken relationships, financial crumbling, health deterioration, and/or a death of a loved one. So here we are, a new year, and where do we go from here? The Talking Story Podcast has been …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Christmas in 2020, shall we Reset that Too?
39:09
39:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:09
Hey ya'll!Merry Christmas! This will be the last podcast of 2020. We can't wait to launch a new series called Picking up the Pieces in 2021!Here are the links we mentioned in the podcast. As always, we would LOVE your feedback. Join us in conversation on our instagram @thetalkingstorypodcast
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
What!? There's a Coffeehouse...with Purpose? Coffeehouse Ten24
59:34
59:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:34
A stream of chattering neighbors and friends filing into the local barbershop after the big game. Families gathering at the diner to plan and discuss an upcoming event. We’ve seen them in the movies, or maybe even experienced them ourselves: community meeting places. They’ve forever been the focal point of small towns, but as populations and indivi…
…
continue reading
It's not often that you get a group of guys around a microphone to talk about...shopping! This interview is such a treat as we listen to the raw and real of men exploring the idea of why it's important to care how you spend your dollar. Colin, from Bought Beautifully, guests hosts on TTSP, and brings 2 other guys to the table to talk about ethical …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Beginning to Life Change and Transformation: Our Interview with Jen from Covered Colorado
57:50
57:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:50
For 9 years we have heard about Giving Tuesday, as it started in 2011. It is a global movement that unleashes the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. In the midst of the pandemic, nonprofits across the country are struggling with fundraising. Even the American Cancer Society says it will have to cut its f…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
3 Things You Need To Know Before Traveling to Hawaii
9:33
9:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:33
It's Kelsey here, at your service, with a blog that is quite different than the norm. But yet, it very much relates to the work we are doing thru Moi Moi Market. How so? Well bear with me and read on. I want to help with some questions that have been coming at me...and that is HOW DO I TRAVEL TO AND FROM HAWAII? Why am I potentially the qualified i…
…
continue reading
Hey Ya'll! Gosh am I learning a lot this week about 1) being the hands and feet of Jesus and 2) trusting in Him for my daily bread. This week I received correspondence from a Kenyan friend. His trials are "immense" but he is trying to understand the lessons to glean from the current hardships and see opportunities to help people even though he is i…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Dog Lover? Spoil Your Pooch while Transforming Lives
50:48
50:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:48
Aloha TTSP Listeners!Calling all Dog Moms and Dads! Moi Moi Market is now selling artisan made dog collars from Chiapas, Mexico. I'm in LOVE! But what I love more than the product is the mission of Amor Handmade. "Our project aims to address socioeconomic problems within artisan communities. For the majority of artisans, work is only seasonal and d…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Bought Beautifully: A Family Using Business to Fight Global Injustice
47:43
47:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:43
A decision to only buy Christmas gifts that matter sparked an idea that led one Wyoming couple on an exciting journey partnering with amazing organizations all around the globe. These are “people who love Jesus and want to use their finances to make changes in the world.” Emily and Collin met as college students studying abroad in Costa Rica, marri…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
What to do with the Inner Nudge? Our Conversation with Mama Rita from with Africa's Heart located in Israel
46:52
46:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:52
It's easy to look back and see how God put the pieces of life together and understand why the bad things happened, why one's heart felt a certain way, and why the outcomes of situations were the outcomes. But the concept of looking forward and discerning the inner nudges of the heart, navigating the pain, and questioning the questionable outcomes, …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Business can be a Tool to Do Good in the World!
26:31
26:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:31
North Dakotan couple Mariah and Derek were excited to begin building their dream family home, until they saw the price tag. After praying it over and wondering what direction they should take, Mariah woke up one morning with a curious thought on her mind, one that could only be from God- “build a home there.” In Ethiopia. A call to missions had blo…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Tips on How to "One Another": Google it, it's a Thing.
30:14
30:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:14
Social media has been a discouraging place as of late. What was a place that would connect the human race, has now become a tool to tear apart friendships and relationships. Yes, I understand that there are a lot of opinions surrounding this political election in 2020, and my goodness, how privileged we are to live in a place that we can express th…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
All Things Are Possible: Find Out How with Victor and Eileen Marx
56:26
56:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:26
Isaiah 61 speaks of one being “sent to heal the broken hearted.” This is the message Victor Marx, a man who knows the ins and outs of trauma painfully well, carries to fractured hearts and minds around the world: God made us to heal. It is a desperately needed hope as violence, abuse, and trafficking continuously shatter lives, and it is one we can…
…
continue reading
A twenty minute cab ride followed by a forty five minute hike into Costa Rican wilderness finds you on the reservation of the Guaymi, an indigenous tribe who have faced great discrimination and hardship throughout history. Guaymi coffee pickers are paid half the wages of non-indigenous Costa Ricans, for example, and education opportunities for wome…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Psalm 23 says that God is Invested in You, He has a Stake in What Happens in Your Life
18:33
18:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:33
Hey guys! You don't want to miss this reflection. Bob Waliszewski shares his reflection on the 23rd Psalm. Many of us have read the psalm, some probably can recite from memory, but I bet you, like Bob, have overlooked an essential part of David's song, the part that says someone else has a stake in our lives. Read more here…
…
continue reading