The Nona Jones Show will feature uplifting stories that inspire and practical strategies that help people grow. The show will include a mixture of testimonial episodes exclusively featuring Nona Jones, as well as guest interviews.
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People tend to walk into the successful chapter a person’s life is on and assume it’s their entire story. But the previous chapters of many prominent people’s lives often contain trauma and discouragement. The Nona Jones Podcast explores how many of the most admired leaders, business executives and public figures turned trauma into triumph and built purpose out of pain to emerge from their greatest struggles undefeated. Nona Jones is an author, entrepreneur, pastor and business executive who ...
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in a world full of facades, people posting highlight reels of life, media showcasing many times just one side of the story - i'm here to keep it real, being authentic, as we all are in this thing called life together...learning, growing, and staying the course. with my experience in national & local news media 📺(Fox News, ABC, CBS, NBC) reporting in major markets, pro sports covering the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, & traveling the world🌎 i’ve seen truly there’s two sides to every story and how we ne ...
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Jada Edwards and a diverse range of guests engage in candid and inspiring discussions on navigating the complexities of living an authentic life with Jesus Christ. Together, they delve into topics reflecting the challenges, triumphs, and transformative experiences of embracing faith in the world today.
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Daring To Remember What Matters Most
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A show about industry leaders and the stories behind how faith plays into life at work Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/faithcollides/support
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Hold onto your headphones as we join former QVC host, theologian, and international speaker Nancy Hicks with candid and timely discussions as to “why it matters” around a host of topics including: faith, communication, marriage, sex, culture, creativity and more! Featuring special guests and Nancy’s signature style of passion, grit and glamour, this podcast will be a weekly “kick in the pants” to guide us toward our passion in life, and help us as we develop our own confident voice and start ...
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Join us for #nofilter parenting talk, hosted by MOPS President and CEO Mandy Arioto and a support squad of powerhouse parents. You don’t need another curated influencer in your media feed making you feel isolated and off pace. You need intentional conversations about what’s going on for moms in real life. Tune into Moms Unscripted and join an empty nester with hindsight, a working mom balancing a full schedule, an accomplished author with preteens, and a sleep-deprived dad with a newborn. If ...
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20 Years Later: What I Wish I Knew About Marriage...Before Marriage
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You have probably heard the statistic that 50% of marriages end in divorce. It’s a grim number, but that doesn’t seem to be stopping people from getting married. Instagram is overflowing with photos of stunning weddings at exclusive locations, featuring couture gowns, and opulent parties. But, after the fairy dust settles, research shows that 72% o…
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Father Wounds: A Journey to Healing from Abandonment
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In 1960, 17% of boys grew up in homes without their biological fathers; less than 2 in 10. But, in 2022, the Institute for Family Studies found that 32% of boys, 1 in every 3, are now growing up in homes without their biological fathers. 1 in 4 children in the US are growing up in homes without their biological fathers; that is more than 18M childr…
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What Getting Cheated On Taught Me About Trust
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Today I want to tackle the issue of cheating because social media has made it easier than ever for people to do it. If you have been cheated on, you know it is a devastating experience that completely obliterates trust. Some people have been so devastated by cheating that they have sworn off the idea of ever trusting someone again. But, I want to s…
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Lecrae: An honest conversation on mental health
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Grammy Award-winning artist. Believer. Husband. Father. Record label owner. New York Times Best-Selling Author. Champion & Activist. My favorite rapper. "A kid raised in Hip Hop culture who came to know Jesus." Ladies & gentlemen, without further ado, I get the honor of sharing this talk with Lecrae to you! I was honored to be one of the top listen…
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I’m an only child and friendship hasn’t always come easily to me because I spent a lot of my time alone as a child. Being alone comes naturally to me; being a friend does not. Yet, I have been blessed with a friendship that has been a source of healing for me and today we’re going to talk about how it happened.…
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I Have to Be Brave to Live the Way God Wants Me to - S5, E8
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Have you ever wrestled with when to speak up and when to stay silent? For this throwback episode, Jada reminds us to be brave and courageous. We'll dive into the book of Joshua to see what boldness and bravery look like and how we can do it in a way that glorifies God and not ourselves.By Jada Edwards
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I have been in business leadership roles since I was 23-years-old. I’ve worked in the private sector, public sector, nonprofit sector, and technology sector with increasing responsibility that includes global scope. So, I want to share some of my most important learnings from my own career journey in hopes of helping you be all you can be!…
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I cannot begin to tell you how many people contact me everyday to tell me how grateful they are for me sharing my story about my childhood. So many of you are being shamed and guilted into carrying the pain of family dysfunction on your own. BUT, one of my goals for this podcast is to create a safe space for you to explore the dark cracks and crevi…
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EP. 149 | Korie Robertson [Everyday Faithfulness]
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In honor of Mother’s Day week, Amy Groeschel and Jenn Jewell are joined by a special guest at The Messy Table—the beautiful and refreshing Korie Robertson! You might know her as the calm to the colorful Duck Dynasty crew, but Korie is also wife to Willie, mama to six, “Kmama” to seven—as well as a New York Times best-selling author, adoption + fost…
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We Need to Stop Using Substitutes for God - S5, E7
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Too often, we get filled up with spiritual junk, and then we have no room for good spiritual nourishment. The truth is that the hunger that we're feeling is not just in our minds and bodies; it's in our souls. We try to satisfy our hunger with shallow things, yet only closeness with God truly satisfies the deepest part of us. Music: The Podcast Int…
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What Losing Three Babies Taught Me About God
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Every year, approximately 5 million women become pregnant in the United States. And every year, 1 million of those women experience the devastation of miscarriage before 20 weeks of pregnancy. Another 20,000 women lose their babies in stillbirth, which is categorized as pregnancy loss after 20 weeks. I have experienced both and, today, I want to sh…
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How I Lost 100 Lbs: And Kept It Off for 11 Years
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For many years, I was part of the 99% of people who set the goal of losing weight, only to quit within the first few weeks of the New Year. And if you have also found yourself struggling to achieve a big goal that you have, today’s episode is for you! Today we’re talking about what I learned after making the decision to lose weight…and doing it for…
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In this episode of Nona Jones, Nona will interview her Godmother about her life and corresponding lessons on love, friendship, courage, style, and more!By Nona Jones
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Set Free to Stay Free w/ Priscilla Shirer - S5, E6
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You’re in for a treat and a good laugh. In this episode, Jada sits down with writer, author, actress, mother, and longtime friend Priscilla Shirer. They discuss various topics, from the evolution of her ministry and career to discerning true friends, how to be intentional in your marriage, and how to find God’s grace in the suffering. Whether you n…
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EP. 148 | Jennifer Cantrell & Jenn Jewell [Resurrection Power]
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We get it—we’re all busy. Life is full with work and family, with hard and good things. And we don’t always make space to intentionally process the important stuff, like faith. Like eternity. But if Christianity is true, shouldn’t we carefully consider its significance? If Jesus really lived and died and rose again, what does that mean for us now? …
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In this episode of Nona Jones, Nona will share lessons she has learned about how and when to let go after being disappointed by people and/or situations.By Nona Jones
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In this episode of The Nona Jones Show, Nona will share her personal journey to healing from the deep wound of abandonment by her mother and the critical role forgiveness plays in healing the hurts that linger in our hearts.By Nona Jones
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Living Out Your Faith in the Workplace - S5, E5
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In this episode, Jada talks with real estate broker Rosemary Lewis and healthcare executive director Donishea Martinez. They define ministry and discuss bringing God into places where He may not be officially accepted. Tune in to learn how to be successful in the workplace while still honoring the Lord. Jada has launched her first masterclass, Mast…
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In this episode of the Nona Jones Show, Nona will introduce herself to viewers and listeners, starting from early childhood through marriage, career, and ministry.By Nona Jones
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Happily Ever Laughter w/ Dr. Conway Edwards - S5, E4
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You are in for a treat! In this episode, Jada sits down with her husband, Dr. Conway Edwards, to discuss marriage, submission, pre-decisions, rollercoasters, and so much more. Music: The Podcast Intro Music by: Music Unlimited from Pixabay Direct link: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-the-podcast-intro-111863/…
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I Had to Grow up to Really Follow God - S5, E3
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In this episode, Jada discusses the paradox of being on mission for God. The mission God has called us to requires a level of maturity that doesn’t rely on the applause of others. Maturity is not about the amount of knowledge you have or the actions you display. It’s being able to respond immediately to the conviction of the Holy Spirit, especially…
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EP. 147 | Nona Jones [The Flip Side of Rejection]
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Have you ever felt the sting of rejection? And maybe it was more than mere feelings—you were legitimately abandoned, unwanted, dismissed, or devalued. But did you also know there’s a flip side to rejection? Our fabulous guest for today’s episode at The Messy Table wears all the hats and does all the things. Nona Jones is a wife and mother, innovato…
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Leaning into Leadership w/ Nona Jones - S5, E2
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In this episode, Jada sits down with preacher, business executive, author, and entrepreneur. Nona Jones. They discuss the toolkit every leader should have and the roadblocks they may face along the way. Music: The Podcast Intro Music by: Music Unlimited from Pixabay Direct link: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-the-podcast-intro-111863/…
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Are Christians Supposed to Seek Influence? - S5, E1
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Welcome to Season 5! In this episode, Jada walks through the story of Aaron and the golden calf to discuss the power of influence. Listen to discover the five alarms that signal that influence has become the driver instead of the tool God has given you. Music: The Podcast Intro Music by: Music Unlimited from Pixabay Direct link: https://pixabay.com…
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EP. 146 | Jamie Landers [The One Who’s Always Close]
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Isn’t it wild that—no matter what kind of messes we face, cause, or stumble into—we serve a God who’s always close? Jamie Landers is a misplaced Texan living in Tulsa, as well as a wife and mother of four who loves to remind women who and whose they are—whether that’s in churches or strip clubs, through writing or speaking, from a stage or over a c…
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EP. 145 | Michelle Meisner [Embrace the Traction]
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How do you keep moving forward when life isn’t going as planned? According to Michelle Meisner—a wife, boy mom, and long-time staff member at Life.Church who loves Crossfit and poetry; who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in her mid 20s—you must “embrace the traction.” Michelle has faced some significant challenges in her adult life: an a…
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Are you Blessed and Highly Favored? : The Christian Tension - S4, E7
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As Christians, we often find ourselves in situations that feel like tension. We must be present in our humanity and live in the standards of holiness that God calls us to simultaneously. In this episode, Jada and her guests discuss what it looks like to live this out practically and the challenges that come with it.…
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EP. 144 | Heather Miller [A Tragedy Redeemed]
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Ever since she was a little girl, Heather Miller dreamed of becoming a wife and a mother. But only three years into a thriving marriage, her plans were shattered by tragedy and—at 21 years old—she became a widow. But even the darkest nights can be overwhelmed with light. Even Jesus came into the world when things were especially heavy. Even death c…
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The Best Story You've Never Heard w/ LaNell Grant - S4, E6: Assignment
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In this episode, Jada sits down with producer, rapper, and mother LaNell Grant to discuss purpose, womanhood, and so much more.By Jada Edwards
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EP. 143 | Lesley Graham [Nurturing Your Life]
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Could you use a dose of inspiration? Whether you’d love to renovate a space in your home, parent your children with fresh wisdom, or even set some life-giving boundaries so that everyone around you might thrive—it takes intention to cultivate a meaningful life. So let us introduce you to the darling and creative Lesley Graham! Lesley is an expert o…
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Mental Health : The Christian Tension - S4, E5
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In this episode, Jada sits down with Shundria Riddick, M.A., LPC, and Melissa Holle to discuss navigating our emotional, mental, and spiritual health.By Jada Edwards
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The Best Story You've Never Heard - S4, E4: Crisis
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In this episode, Mikaela Johnson discusses how demons and depression were no match for God.By Jada Edwards
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The Best Story You've Never Heard - S4, E3: Purposed
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Your favorite series is back with a twist! Throughout The Best Story You've Never Heard, we will explore the power of life stories from young adults. Our life stories reflect how the hand of God shows up in our lives. In this episode, Atalah Stevenson reminds us that God still calls us back home even when we run in the opposite direction. It's the …
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EP. 142 | Tori Hope Petersen [Fostering Hope]
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Tori Hope Petersen bounced around twelve foster homes until she emancipated or “aged out” of the system at 18 years old. But even in the middle of a rollercoaster childhood, God met her in her mess. Despite the odds being stacked against her, Tori became a 4x State Champion and All American in track and field, found a forever family when she wasn’t…
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It’s part 2 of girl time! In this episode, Jada, Danis, and Dalya continue to discuss topics concerning young adult women candidly.By Jada Edwards
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It’s girl time! In this episode, Jada, Danis, and Dalya candidly discuss topics concerning young adult women.By Jada Edwards
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EP. 141 | Brandi Wilson [Better Than Okay]
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Friends!!! Welcome back to The Messy Table! YAY!! And sorry for all the exclamation marks, but we’ve missed you, missed these conversations, missed these powerful stories, and are so thankful to be back in this intentional space. Kicking off our fall episodes is the darling, strong, and faith-filled Brandi Wilson. Brandi is a boy mama, football mam…
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To close out season 3, Jada sits down for a candid conversation to discuss the impact father wounds have on our daily life, our relationship with God, and how to move forward in a healthy way. Check out the full episode of anything you might have missed this season!By Jada Edwards
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In this episode, Jada answers your questions about dating, purpose, soul ties, and more.By Jada Edwards
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EP. 140 | Elizabeth Woodson [From Beginning to Forever]
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God cares deeply about the details of our individual stories. But we can’t forget that we’re also a part of a bigger, overarching story. From beginning to forever, this is God’s story and it’s our story and it’s the greatest story on earth. Here to share a piece of her personal journey, as well as some hard-earned wisdom, is the wonderful Elizabeth…
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