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Disability rights is the next frontier in civil rights. We believe education is the key to building an inclusive society and ensuring that all students are given an equal opportunity. The Inclusive Education Project Podcast, hosted by Special Education and Civil Rights attorneys, Amanda Selogie and Vickie Brett, offers a fresh, smart perspective on what it takes to truly make our educational systems and communities inclusive. Tune in each week as Amanda and Vickie share insight on topics ran ...
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Feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed in your faith journey? Hope Unlocked is here to inspire and equip you with real-life stories of resilience, breakthrough, and unwavering faith. Whether you’re navigating the highs and lows of business, ministry, or personal challenges, this podcast offers powerful testimonies and practical insights to help you overcome obstacles and rediscover your purpose. Each episode dives into biblical truths, actionable wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement to reig ...
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Founded in 2003 by Dave Isay, StoryCorps has given more than 450,000 people — Americans of all backgrounds and beliefs, in towns and cities in all 50 states — the chance to record interviews about their lives. As part of its cross-country MobileBooth tour, StoryCorps recorded interviews in Oklahoma City from February 8th to March 9th, 2018. Listen to some of those stories here.
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Building a Life You Love: Faith, Passion, and Purpose for Women

Kristin Fitch - Transformational Life & Leadership Coach, Encourager

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Are you ready to step off the path of expectations and obligations and say YES to the life God designed for you? Welcome to Building a Life You Love—a podcast for women seeking to reignite their passion, deepen their faith, and create meaningful, joyful lives. Each week, Kristin Fitch shares actionable tips and uplifting conversations with guests to help you simplify your life, overcome limiting beliefs, and rediscover your God-given purpose. Whether you're nurturing relationships, prioritiz ...
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When you grow what you love wonderful things happen. Feed and cultivate what you love - health, family, environment, your garden - and watch it grow! Author and host, Emily Murphy, shares unexpected stories of people and plants in a set of seasonal shows. Hear how people are changing their lives and the lives of others thanks to the time and attention given to the things they love -- plants and so much more!
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The Actor’s Mind

Hosted by Kateri McRae and Anne Penner

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The Actor’s Mind is a new podcast hosted by Kateri McRae and Anne Penner that explores acting from a psychological perspective. We describe and discuss popular acting tools that are commonly used in actor training, rehearsals, and performances. Then we identify the parallel psychological processes that are likely in play when actors use these techniques. We discuss the success of these techniques from our own experience, as well as why they work given the evidence from psychology and neurosc ...
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Born November 15th 1988. Keshagen J. Adderley was always had a unique personality. From his formative years of winning talent shows in high school to getting his start in the entertainment industry Djing at the hottest parties around the country. He has always had an ability to display his gifts and positively effect a great number of people. After his transition from high school into college, he co-hosted his first radio show “In ya Ear” with his other college colleagues, which aired for 2 ...
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Send us a text In this episode, Kristin Kurtz sits down with Analiese Shepherd, a prophetic dreamer, mentor, and business owner, to dive deep into the world of dream interpretation and spiritual growth. Analiese shares her journey of unlocking the power of dreams, walking through prophetic encounters, and discovering God's call on her life. From un…
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Hope Unlocked, Kristin Kurtz interviews Rob Decker, a man who has experienced deep pain, addiction, and a miraculous transformation. Rob shares his harrowing story of overcoming a difficult childhood, struggles with addiction, and a near-death experience after attempting suicide. Through faith, forgiveness…
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Send us a text Join Kristin Kurtz, Life Coach and founder of New Wings Coaching, and Jill McLaughlin, a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and founder of Healthful Elements, as they dive into a conversation about empowerment, purpose, and their unique coaching relationship. Kristin shares her captivating journey from a corporate career to f…
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Executive functioning is more than a catchy buzzword phrase in the world of education. What does it mean, how can we understand it better, and how can we do a better job of helping students? Join us as we explore this topic in today’s episode! Dr. Tara Williams is the owner and founder of Innovative Collegiate Consultants, which assists students wi…
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Send us a text In this episode of Hope Unlocked, Kristin Kurtz reconnects with DeAnna Cavenah, a passionate pastor and inspiring author, to dive deep into a conversation about faith, purpose, and personal transformation. DeAnna shares her journey of rediscovery and healing throughout 2024, emphasizing the importance of learning new rhythms of rest …
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Send us a text Struggling to recognize the person staring back at you in the mirror? If you’ve ever wondered who you truly are, it’s time to uncover the answer. Kristin Kurtz, host of the Hope Unlocked podcast and founder of New Wings Coaching, invites you on a transformative journey to discover the woman God intended you to be. This New Year's Eve…
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Send us a text In this episode, join Jeri Purdy as she shares her inspiring journey from a career in political science to embracing her true calling with New Hope Girls. Jeri’s story highlights the transformative power of faith as she navigates the challenges of balancing family life—celebrating over two decades of marriage and raising four daughte…
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I had the pleasure of talking with Onyi Odunukwe, the CEO of Glo Tanning, on this episode. Onyi's journey into the world of tanning began with his entrepreneurial spirit, from a supplement store franchise to building a successful tanning brand that now spans across 16 states. Onyi shares how Glo Tanning stands out in a competitive market, offering …
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin Kurtz welcomes Amy Dial, founder of Fit for the Kingdom, to share her incredible testimony of faith and courage. Facing an unplanned pregnancy, Amy stood at a life-altering crossroads. She chose life for her son—a decision that became a turning point not just for her family, but…
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Join me this week as I chat with Ron Holt, the two-time franchisor who is bringing a fresh, fun approach to moving through his brand, Pink Zebra Moving, after his success with Two Maids and A Mop. Ron shares how he’s disrupting the moving industry by creating not just a service, but a culture—"Happy Moving”! He explains how his mother-in-law's terr…
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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you're living in a "safe cage," yearning for a life of genuine purpose and fulfillment? In this episode of the Hope Unlocked podcast, join me, Kristin Kurtz, founder of New Wings Coaching, as I explore the bold and often challenging path of MOST resistance—a path that aligns with your God-given calling and uni…
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin Kurtz welcomes her dear friend Michele Keen to share an inspiring journey of obedience, revelation, and unwavering faith. Michele opens up about her unique calling, which has taken her across the globe—from Washington, D.C., to Israel, Uganda, and now Texas. With her custom-buil…
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Send us a text In this deeply moving episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin Kurtz welcomes ministry founder and advocate Bridget Goodwin to share her powerful story of healing, redemption, and forgiveness. Bridget opens up about her journey from surviving clergy abuse and decades of silence to becoming a voice for others who have experienced trauma…
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In this episode of “Demystifying Franchise Ownership”, I talk to Lowell Mora, a fractional CFO with over 30 years of experience. As the founder of Impact CFO, Lowell offers strategic financial support to businesses that aren’t ready to hire a full-time CFO or don’t have a need for a full-time CFO. We explore how fractional CFO services can benefit …
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Send us a text What if the chaos of your past could become the foundation for a future filled with hope and purpose? In this episode, I, Kristin Kurtz, open up about my journey from a turbulent childhood and struggles with eating disorders and addiction to a life of freedom, healing, and calling. Hear how God transformed my greatest struggles into …
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Send us a text In this episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin Kurtz welcomes Bristan and Latondra Heaven to share their journey of integrating Kingdom principles into business and discipleship. This inspiring couple takes us through their transition from ministry to entrepreneurship, revealing how their faith shaped their decisions and led to the c…
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Send us a text In this episode of Tuesday Thoughts, we dive into a powerful revelation about the word comparison. Instead of falling into the trap of comparing ourselves to others, what if God is calling us to COME PAIR? Join me as we explore the transformative idea that we are better together, thriving in community and collaboration. Comparison of…
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin sits down with Tom Roy, a former professional athlete turned ministry leader, to explore his incredible journey of faith, redemption, and perseverance. From his roots as one of seven siblings in a small Wisconsin town to signing with the San Francisco Giants at just 17, Tom's li…
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Grassroots efforts usually work to bring about change. Unfortunately, our political leaders don’t look closely at education, disability rights, and reform in the same way we discuss these topics here in this space. Our goal is always to spur more conversations about education, disability rights, civil rights, and support for marginalized communitie…
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Send us a text What happens when you entrust your life's path to God? In this episode, I sit down with Diane Brask, founder of Global Seed Planters, as she shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a Wisconsin dairy farm to becoming a beacon of hope in some of the world’s most isolated and challenging places. Diane opens up about the life-ch…
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Ready to work with Kristin to make a shift in your life? Click here to get started. Download Our Free Workbook: Ready to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today! Are you trying to design a life you love but get stuck in the what-ifs, and expectati…
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Send us a text In this episode of Hope Unlocked, I’m diving into the powerful truth of who we are at our core. Each of us has been called by name, crafted with intention, and known deeply by God. Yet, in life, it’s all too easy to question our identity and purpose, especially when doubt creeps in. Episode Highlights: - Being Called by Name – I expl…
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Send us a text In this inspiring episode, Heidi VanderWal shares her transformative journey from a career in radiology to founding Crowned Free, a socially driven fashion company dedicated to combating human trafficking. Heidi’s venture was born from a powerful realization of the human trafficking crisis in her community, ignited by her unwavering …
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Kristin shares her journey of rediscovering passion and purpose in her work, emphasizing the importance of aligning one’s career with personal values and calling. Throughout the episode, she reflects on her past experiences in various jobs that felt unfulfilling and highlights the significance of stepping into roles that resonate with who we truly …
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Send us a text As election season stirs up hopes and uncertainties, today’s Tuesday Thoughts episode invites you to consider where we place our trust and hope. While many look to leaders or policies for stability, we’re reminded that our unshakable hope lies beyond politics—in Jesus. He offers a peace that surpasses circumstances, giving us a firm …
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Believe it or not, October is over. It was a busy month for IEP meetings, and the holiday rush is about to begin. In today’s episode, we want to give helpful insights about community building in a classroom through a simple, actionable technique; this conversation will benefit teachers, parents, and administrators–anyone who wants to foster confide…
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Send us a text How does a friendship crafted by divine timing foster growth and inspiration? Join me as I welcome my dear friend Amy Delp for an enriching conversation about our God-ordained bond that began in 2018. In this episode, Amy opens her heart about her nearly 30-year marriage and the joys of being a mother to adult children. Together, we …
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Creating a calm digital space is essential in today's fast-paced, technology-driven world. This podcast episode explores the importance of conducting a digital detox, highlighting how excessive smartphone and media usage can detract from our ability to engage fully in our lives. Kristen shares eye-opening statistics about the average time spent on …
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Send us a text In this episode of Hope Unlocked, Kristin Kurtz unpacks what it means to embrace your God-given purpose and step into the unique calling designed specifically for you. Many women struggle to identify their spiritual gifts or let fear and doubt hold them back from fully walking in their faith-driven purpose. Kristin reveals how follow…
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Send us a text In this episode, Kristin Kurtz welcomes her dear friend, Anna Friendt—an artist, tattooist, and founder of the non-profit Remade. Anna shares her powerful story of overcoming exploitation and trafficking, turning profound pain into purpose through God’s redeeming love. She guides us through her journey, from a traumatic childhood to …
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On today’s mini episode Kristin talks about reframing our day to expect the best out of our interactions, meetings and efforts instead of the worst- let’s shift our thinking so we can get more out of life and go after what we want- let’s put fear aside and bring our best selves into the world. Join our growing community of Christian women committed…
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Today’s episode includes a look into the controversial Project 2025 plan, a 900-page roadmap created by far-right think tanks, like The Heritage Foundation. With the elections looming, we are giving our perspectives on some of the alarming implications of this proposal, particularly its potential to dismantle essential educational protections, eras…
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Send us a text What happens when you face the unbearable loss of a child? How do you begin to heal and find hope again? In this powerful episode, grief mentor and podcast host Teresa Davis shares her deeply personal journey of healing after the devastating loss of her child. Through her podcast, The Grief Mentor, and her mentoring programs for grie…
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On today's episode, Kristin shares ideas from Bob Goff, Hal Elrod and Victoria Erickson on being courageous, passionate and focused on your big dreams and getting to work or keep going. It's when we believe in ourselves and put forth consistent, focused, extraordinary effort that we reach of big goals and dreams. This is part 4 of the Create a Life…
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Send us a text What if I told you that your voice is one of the keys to unlocking your true purpose and potential? In this episode, join me, Kristin Kurtz, as I share part of my personal journey from feeling voiceless to stepping boldly into a calling inspired by Esther's courage. Discover the transformative power of saying "YES" when God calls, ev…
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Send us a text In this uplifting episode, Kristin interviews artist, musician, and prophetic voice Aeron Brown, who shares his journey of healing through creativity. Aaron opens up about how his personal experiences, including the loss of his father and seasons of depression, were transformed through encountering God as a loving Father. This encoun…
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On today's podcast Kristin talks with, Dr. Azi Jankovic, Purposed-based Business Guide, Speaker, Author & Podcast Host of Inspired by Purpose, about helping entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs to actualize their visions and unlock their creativity. Kristin and Azi talk about stepping into new possibilities and why being open to them is so impo…
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In today’s episode, Vickie and Amanda discuss the evolving landscape of college admissions with Emily Chase Coleman, CEO of HAI Analytics. They explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on admissions, highlighting the shift away from standardized testing and the importance of considering diverse factors in admissions decisions. Emily shares insig…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Hope Unlocked podcast, host Kristin Kurtz welcomes Kim Springer, a certified life and business mindset coach for Christian coaches. Known as a "mind surgeon," Kim empowers clients to identify and overcome automatic negative thoughts (ANTs), unlocking their true potential. She emphasizes the importance of taking…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Hope Unlocked podcast, I welcome holistic health coach Jen Bayer, who shares her transformative journey from traditional health coaching to embracing a holistic approach to wellness. Jen candidly discusses her struggles with body image and self-acceptance and recounts a pivotal moment when she cried out to God,…
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Welcome to Part 2 of the Create a Life You Love Series.On the podcast today Kristin talks with Laura Cruise, Author, Speaker, Coach and Podcast host of Your Dream or Mine, about how we can step into the driver's seat of our own lives and go from thinking about our dreams to actualizing them (this is a replay from last year). If you are ready to tak…
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Today’s episode focuses on a Supreme Court case in favor of eliminating affirmative action, which has huge implications in the world of education. In reality, what the Supreme Court does and how they make decisions stems from who the justices are. With every decision, we should evaluate if it aligns with what we believe and what is best for our cou…
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Send us a text In this solo episode of Hope Unlocked, host Kristin Kurtz takes a reflective walk through her podcasting journey and shares the heart behind Hope Unlocked. Inspired by a God's nudge to be a voice "booming through the airwaves," Kristin launched the podcast to give a voice to others who have faced adversity and emerged on the other si…
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Send us a text What happens when you leave a secure job of 15 years to follow a divine calling? This week on Hope Unlocked, we’re thrilled to celebrate Joy Coleman’s birthday and hear her inspiring story. Joy transitioned from a corporate HR professional to a full-time missionary with Mountain Gateway, and her journey is nothing short of miraculous…
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This episode covers franchisor training programs, an important topic, because franchisee training can make or break a franchise. I recently saw this firsthand at a Pilates studio with outstanding instructor training. It was evident from the start that the instructors benefited from a well-executed training program—they were clear, concise, and cons…
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Are you ready to reignite your passion and feel fully alive? So many of us, especially women, get busy in the doing of life that we paused our own dreams, pursuits and passions. It's time to listen to our hearts and take a chance on ourselves. In today's podcast I share 5 habits and ideas you can do to rekindle your creativity, reignite your passio…
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Today’s focus is on accommodating children in the general education classroom to provide a truly inclusive environment. It’s vital for all of us involved in education to understand the WHY of these accommodations with an emphasis on empathy. Join us for a closer look. Dr. Jessica Werner is the founder of Northshore Learning, a team of consultants b…
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Send us a text Are you unsure whether you need a Life Coach, Consultant, or Counselor? 🤔 Understanding the differences can help you find the right path to unlock your purpose and soar to new heights! In my latest “sound-bite” episode, I break down: ✨ The future-focused power of Life Coaching (my passion, anointing and calling) 🔍 The problem-solving…
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Teaching Inclusion, Acceptance, and Responsibility Through Character Development with Kristin Woodward-Vaassen and Icle Freeland Character education can happen in many forms. Today’s episode highlights a unique program that is fun, effective, and quickly growing in popularity. What child doesn’t love taking care of a pet? Join us to hear more from …
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Send us a text After taking a two-month hiatus from social media, I’m thrilled to unveil something truly transformational. In this episode, I, Kristin Kurtz, share the divine inspiration and journey that led to the birth of the Life Unlocked 🔑 Collective—a sacred space for wild-hearted, adventurous women of faith ready to break free and soar. This …
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