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A no-bullshit American Political podcast where we have crucial conversations about serious and controversial issues. We explore power, influence, and your impact in life, business, and politics. We're here to empower, educate, and ignite change, with a special focus on inspiring women to step into positions of influence. Are you ready to live to lead and create a lasting impact on the world? Join us on Lead-HER-Ship, the empowering political podcast hosted by Congressional Candidate Tamie Wi ...
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On the StoryTellers Live podcast, everyday people share real and personal stories. Some stories are profound, challenging, and emotional, while others are more common and relatable, shared with honesty and humor. All of these stories reveal what God can do in our lives when we trust Him with the details.
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ABE GURKO - WON’T BE SILENT Abe is a Writer, Producer, and Opinionator committed to finding truth and humor in a world obsessed with celebrity and politics. Abe's book, "Won't Be Silent - Don't Stop 'til It Matters," is now available on Amazon. amzn.to/3VKXUr8 Won’t Be Silent emerged from filming a documentary that explores the healing power of music and its dynamic ability to motivate people to take action. When the film was sidelined due to COVID-19, its message became even more relevant a ...
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Christy Dooley, of Trussville, knows hardship like the back of her hand. Suffering loss, family dysfunction, and three cancer diagnoses, in time she learned to lean on precious assurances from the Lord. You’ll hear from Christy a true testament to the power of prayer—and see the goodness in letting the Lord take control of your life. In this episod…
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For many years, Kim Hughes of our Fairhope community lived a try-harder lifestyle in which the effort she put forth was equal to the emptiness she felt. Half-commitments to the Lord left her striving for comfort in worldly things. But when He shook up her plans and pursued her heart, Kim finally found herself pursuing Him in return—and also the ric…
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In this episode of "Lead-HER ship with Tammy Wilson," host Tammy Wilson interviews Justice Michael Donnelly, who is running for a seat on Ohio's Supreme Court. They discuss the high number of death row convictions in Cleveland and the potential correlation with wrongful convictions. Justice Donnelly talks about the need for judicial reform, particu…
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When faced with infertility and interrupted plans, Kitty Hurdle from our Oxford community, grew disappointed in life and disappointed in God. Spiritual, physical, and emotional destitution revealed all the things she could not do. But in learning her limitations—and choosing to trust God in all her "cannots"—Kitty’s perspective became one of rebirt…
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Veteran Transition: Insights from a Veteran Leader On my "Leadership" podcast, I had an enlightening talk with Connie, a veteran and chair of the Ohio Democratic Party's Veterans and Military Community Caucus. We discussed the hurdles veterans face when returning to civilian life and the essential support they need. Benefits and Healthcare Challeng…
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When Leah Cox from our Jackson community asked the Lord to close some doors, He instead “opened them all—and every window.” Leah’s story of living out the gospel is one of steady provision and greater purposes. As she kept in continual communication with the Lord during her kidney transplant journey, He regularly confirmed her steps. Leah will remi…
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We are never more near to our Savior than when we are suffering. In that way, we are able to thank Him for it—even when the suffering is unimaginable. For EA Montgomery, of our Homewood community, a lifetime of loss has given way to an eternal mindset, and grace upon grace has given way to gratitude. Following the unexpected passing of her two-year…
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In this episode, host Tammy Wilson talks about agricultural and political issues with Chris Gibbs, an Ohio farmer and political figure. They cover the farm bill, immigration reform, and the impact of trade with China on farming. Gibbs shares his perspective on the estate tax, the importance of legal immigrant labor for agriculture, and the challeng…
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The path to His promises is never predictable. But for Amanda Myers, of our Jackson community, what felt like a detour proved to be the way. Amanda shares about her precious, ongoing relationship with Guatemala and its people. In making sense of the Lord's work, He changed her mind as much as He changed her plans. In this episode, you will learn: -…
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Our great God goes to great lengths to love us and redeem us. Still, He works in seemingly small ways, too. For Lauren, He did both. Lauren shares a detail-rich story that proves the Lord is always gracious, always near, and always working. Listen and learn how an unplanned pregnancy, accompanied with fear and shame, were met with grace and goodnes…
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In this episode, host Tammy Wilson sits down with Ken Harbaugh, the producer and co-writer of the acclaimed documentary "Against All Enemies." They dive deep into the alarming rise of domestic terrorism in the United States, particularly the involvement of veterans and the role of political leaders in fueling this growing threat to democracy. Ken H…
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Today: Jess Piper Changed the Perception of Rural Voters and Won't Be Silent ABE GURKO - WRITER, PRODUCER, OPINIONATOR is committed to finding truth and humor in a world obsessed with celebrity and politics. He is quick to chide corrupt politicians and the other absurdities plaguing our cultural landscape. Won’t Be Silent emerged from filming a doc…
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Have you ever found yourself saying “I got this” to God? Erin Yost, from our Homewood community, spent years striving for physical and spiritual perfection, living out a false-gospel narrative that told her everything was up to her. Eventually, she found herself completely broken and in the grips of a full-fledged eating disorder. Through moment-by…
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Hey there, friends! It's your host, Tammy Wilson, from the "Lead-HER-ship" podcast, and I've got something special to share with you today. I recently had the privilege of sitting down with a true community hero, Deanna West Torrence, the powerhouse behind the North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NEC) in Mansfield, Ohio. Our conversation …
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ABE GURKO - WRITER, PRODUCER, OPINIONATOR is committed to finding truth and humor in a world obsessed with celebrity and politics. He is quick to chide corrupt politicians and the other absurdities plaguing our cultural landscape. Won’t Be Silent emerged from filming a documentary that explores the healing power of music and its dynamic ability to …
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Today: Tamie Wilson Joins Me To Discuss The Campaign To "End Jim Jordan" https://www.tamiewilson.com/ ABE GURKO - WRITER, PRODUCER, OPINIONATOR is committed to finding truth and humor in a world obsessed with celebrity and politics. He is quick to chide corrupt politicians and the other absurdities plaguing our cultural landscape. Won’t Be Silent e…
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Welcome back to Conversations From the Edge of Democracy. In light of the ensuing horror, also known as the November election, it felt right to revise my conversations with fellow devotees of democracy. Especially if, God forbid, it slips between the cracks of our better angels' hands. Because, honey, that's where we are now, skating on thin ice. K…
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Verse: "And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields, for my name's sake, will receive a hundredfold, and will inherit eternal life." (Matthew 19:29) Sajeda Wilson lived decades before opening a Bible. Yet, even from birth, the Lord prepared and pursued her heart in beautiful and surprising ways.…
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**Disclaimer: Please listen with caution and away from little ears as this story is about suicide and abuse.** Verse: Psalm 77:11 I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. Have you ever felt like everything is falling apart around you? Take heart from our Fairhope storyteller Tami Lindsey: “God will recy…
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Jayne Burns’s turning point in life came with her world turning upside down. Ripped from her comfort zone (her words) over her son’s multiple health challenges, Jayne tells of bending to the will of God, no matter the outcome. From our Montgomery community, Jayne's account of living in our fallen world is raw and honest. Listen, and you’ll find tha…
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When we journey through a valley of loss and grief, we often emerge asking, "What now, God?" April Gonzales wondered the same after losing her husband of 21 years. But as she leaned in ever closer for His answer, He sweetly responded. Listen and learn how April, from our Trussville community, experienced God recentered in her life as Father, friend…
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When we face the death of our desires—or even death itself—what then? Where now? Julie Cochran, of our Vestavia community, shows us that in seasons of suffering and surrender, praise can persist. Following the unexpected loss of her infant daughter, Julie's mindset transformed as she focused on the Word, the Father, and his faithfulness. In this ep…
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Even those who belong to Christ can find themselves hard at work on the hunt for happiness. Becca Smith, of our Memphis community, brings a relatable story of relying on self for success and meaning. But when Becca experienced a life-altering fall, the Lord literally and physically brought her low. In her year of healing, she put aside performance …
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Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." For Erin Hamby, of our Homewood community, desperate times didn't call for desperate measures. Instead, the call came from the Lord—who personally spoke promises to Erin during a dangerous pregnancy. Erin's story traces the sweet transition from head…
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Today’s podcast is a beautiful reminder that no matter what you are going through, God always goes before you. Elizabeth Ann Howell, from our Jackson, Mississippi community, shares her story of God’s sovereignty and provision before, during, and after a life or death situation with her husband. In her story, you will see how God always “works upstr…
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Choosing God Over Circumstances: Diane Bryson’s story:: [Episode 260] Today’s podcast is an incredible reminder that God can take the ugliest of life circumstances and do immeasurably more than you could ask or imagine. Diane Bryson, from our Auburn/Opelika community group, shares her journey of radically trusting God through a season of severe hea…
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Happy Valentine’s Day! To celebrate this day of love, we are bringing you a special podcast on the power of community in your life. Shannon and Aaron Eissler, from our community group in Tupelo, Mississippi, share their journey of finding each other, the highs and lows of their first few years of marriage, and the role their community of believers …
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Does the Lord's timeline ever seem to stretch on and on? Gail Alverson of our Memphis community, reminds us not to give up. With decades of dedication in the face of fear, Gail endured a tumultuous marriage to an angry and unbelieving spouse. Her story will teach you that even when the Lord does not immediately shift our circumstances, he still wor…
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In 2024, we are launching an extra episode each month called “First Monday Freebie,” and we are excited to kick things off with today’s podcast! We all know February symbolizes a month of love, and what better way to start the month off than by reminding ourselves of the ultimate love Christ has for us? Today’s freebie features Jeramy Meredith, fro…
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24-year-old Lauren Bell, from our Homewood, Alabama community, shares her journey of living with caudal regression, a rare form of spina bifida, and how God gave her the freedom she so desperately wanted to walk in peace. Lauren will sweetly remind you that we are each made uniquely in the image of God, and we were each created to bring Him glory. …
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Beth McCullen, from our community group in Oxford, Mississippi, shares her story of moving to a new city and questioning God as she watched her daughter go through a season of loneliness and depression. Beth ultimately shares how God faithfully brought both her and her daughter to a place of comfort, hope, and purpose. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEAR…
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On today’s podcast, Toma Ford Knight, from our Auburn/Opelika community, shares her wisdom and her heart as she recounts God’s faithfulness through the suffering and pain she has experienced in life. This is a story packed full of Scripture and layered with God’s truth… get ready to refocus your eyes and live for eternity! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL …
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Sometimes, the path God calls you on is full of twists and turns. Allison Holt, from our Trussville, Alabama, community group, shares her journey of being a professional dancer and how God called her to an entirely different direction. Her story will challenge you to trust in God’s timing in ALL aspects of your life because His best is always your …
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“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Happy 2024! We hope you have enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends and are transitioning into the new year with great expectations of what God has in store for you! Today’s podcast is the perfect story to reset your mind and focus you…
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In this repost originally aired on 9/7/22, ESPN sports reporter, Lauren Sisler, shares how God carried her through the tragic loss of both her parents, and how he taught her to embrace her story and unlock the shackles of shame she had been carrying for years. Register for the Discover Your Story workshop with Robyn! Give to StoryTellers Live Becom…
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We are five days away from the celebration of Jesus’ birth! From the team at StoryTellers Live, we pray blessings over you during this season and wish you a very Merry Christmas! Today’s podcast is a great reminder of the sovereignty of God’s plan and purpose for your life. Kristen Caudle, from our Vestavia community, shares her journey of deliveri…
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Celebrate with us! Today marks the 250th episode of StoryTellers Live, and we can’t wait for you to hear a podcast unlike any other! We are excited to bring you a panel of past storytellers from our community group in Memphis, Tennessee - Kellie Turnage, Brandy Miller, and Nancy Holcomb share updates in their lives, what writing their story was lik…
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As believers when a loved one passes, we have the blessed assurance not only of their healing but also of the hope that one day we will see them again. Today’s podcast is a beautiful reminder of those truths. Kelly Dailey, from our community group in Trussville, Alabama, shares her journey of seeing God’s providential hands throughout her life, esp…
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In this episode of "Leadership with Tammy Wilson", Tammy interviews Rick Goff, a member of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, about the tragic kidnapping and assault of his daughter, Denise Amber Lee, in 2008. Despite Denise's brave efforts, she was not saved in time due to dispatcher errors. The incident led to a law requiring formal training …
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As we approach the Advent season, when we celebrate the birth of Jesus, we thought today’s podcast would be a perfect reminder of God’s pursuing love and peaceful guidance. Former professional tennis player and founder of Dream Court, Jessica Weyreuter, from our community group in Montgomery, Alabama, shares her story of how she met God and how He …
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I had the opportunity to engage in a profound and revealing conversation with survivors of the Ohio State University sex abuse scandal. This podcast post aims to shed light on the harrowing experiences of these survivors, what Jim Jordan knew and didn't do, the systemic failures of the universities involved, and the urgent need for awareness, accou…
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“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” James 1:2-4 Waiting 13 years for anything can be hard, to say the least, but when you’re waitin…
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Savannah Harrell, from our community group in Fairhope, Alabama, vulnerably shares her story of the difficulties her baby faced once born and then the struggles she faced while home and settling into motherhood. Her story reminds all of us of the importance of releasing our expectations to God and inviting Him into our reality. IN THIS EPISODE YOU …
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Rekeshia Hudson, from our community group in Memphis, Tennessee, shares her journey of life with her spouse and then suddenly losing him in a car accident. The rawness and vulnerability of this story will remind you that the promises found in God’s Word are there to sustain you in the midst of devastating circumstances, and His presence and faithfu…
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In this episode of "Lead-HER-ship with Tamie Wilson", Tamie interviews Maggie Scotece, the Interim Executive Director of the Abortion Fund of Ohio. Tamie and her guest delved into the heart of the fight for reproductive rights in Ohio, and we are excited to share some key takeaways with you. The Battle for Issue One: We discussed the campaign for I…
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Welcome to "Lead-HER-ship: The no-bullshit American political and leadership podcast." In this episode the host, Tamie Wilson, sets the stage for a deep dive into leadership, politics, and unaddressed issues. The podcast aims to empower and educate, with a focus on encouraging her audience to take action and inspiring women to step into more influe…
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“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure. May there be peace within your walls and security within your citadels.” For the sake of my family and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.” Psalms 122:6-8 NIV In light of all that is going on in the Middle East, our prayers are for all those affected and we are honored to b…
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In today’s podcast, Ruth Bean, from our Vestavia community group, authentically shares her struggles, anxieties, and fears as a mom and how she is learning to trust God with her children. In her story, Ruth will encourage you to rest in knowing God has a perfect plan for your child, and if you’re having a hard time trusting Him and letting go, rest…
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Brecca Powers, who recently shared at the yearly STL Community Teams retreat, gives insight into how God has taught her over the years to let go of control and trust that His plans are always better. Her journey of motherhood, infertility, and adoption will point you to the incredible need we have as Believers… the need to trust God and know He is …
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Brittany Hogan, from our community group in Fairhope, Alabama, shares her journey of deeply struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, and other phobias over the years. Her vulnerability will not only educate you in the world of mental health, but it will also encourage you to know God sees you and loves you and will give you exactly what you nee…
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