Shows
Wrap Around LoveCliffhangers Episode 13In today’s episode, we learn more about Charles' second trial-- the innuendo surrounding it, and the abandonment which the family experienced as a result. There are also some fascinating insights into the current gang/hood culture.There may or may not be another cliffhanger this week. 😉But thankfully, unlike the days of the 80's, you will only have to wait one week to find out the next part of the story! Opportunities To Be Wrap Around Love For OthersWe can see through Barbara’s story an...
2021-05-1122 minWrap Around LoveTrials, Retaliation and Lies Episode 12In today’s episode, we hear about the events leading up to Barbara's son Charles' first trial. This was a time in which lies and retaliation plagued her family. We hear that North Omaha continues to experience frequent gun and gang violence, to the point that there was a "mass house shooting." Opportunities To Be Wrap Around Love For OthersWe can see through Barbara’s story and her children's lives what a difference a stable, consistent, and loving foster family can make-- not only for childre...
2021-05-0423 minWrap Around LoveOut of Omaha Episode 11In today's episode, Janine shares about a powerful documentary called Out of Omaha. Out of Omaha shares the story of Darcell and Darell Trotter. These are the older brothers of Charles, Barbara's son who is currently in prison convicted of murder. This documentary gives a real insight into what life is like for people living in North Omaha. We believe that it's an important film to watch, especially if you are following along in the Wrap Around Love story. You can watch Out of Omaha on Amazon.
2021-04-1506 minWrap Around LoveMurder, Abandonment & Hope Episode 10In today’s episode, we hear about the years when North Omaha was plagued with non stop murders through gun and gang violence. We hear how Barbara’s children were caught up in the violence, ultimately resulting in the arrest of her son Charles for a double homicide. Opportunities To Be Wrap Around Love For OthersWe can see through Barbara’s story and her children's lives what a difference a stable, consistent, and loving foster family can make-- not only for children, but for gen...
2021-03-2826 minWrap Around LoveA Story Still Unfolding Plus A Side of Gumbo! Episode 9In our last episode we shared a great season of joy, as Barbara was reunited with her children and her life settled into place. In today’s episode, we learn more about Barabara’s older children and we are reminded that this is a real life, and not just a story. Her children continue to be affected by their life experiences along with the community pressures that come from living in North Omaha. But as we will hear, when you are looking through the lens of God in your life...
2021-03-2322 minWrap Around LoveA Season of Joy Episode 8Wrap Around Love Podcast Episode 8: A Season of JoyIn today's episode, we enter into a time in Barbara’s life that is marked by great change; she’s sober, her children are back home with her, she’s married, and working to heal and restore her community. It is a real season of joy in her life. HighlightsThe Belle of the Omaha BallCommunity leadershipPractical ways of bridging economic and racial differencesHome, but not whole...
2021-03-0925 minWrap Around LoveWrap Around Love In Action Episode 7Wrap Around Love Podcast Episode 6: Sins of a Mother: RedeemedShownotes Today's episode is the day we’ve all been waiting for! We begin to really see how Wrap Around Love starts to change Barbara’s life, and we meet the people along the way who showed her Wrap Around Love. HighlightsHow Barbara met her husband Perry“I’m gonna love you until you can love yourself.”Meet the people of Wrap Around Love
2021-03-0221 minWrap Around LoveSins of a Mother: Redeemed Episode 6Wrap Around Love Podcast Episode 6: Sins of a Mother: RedeemedShownotes In today's episode, we begin to see the turnaround in Barbara’s story. She goes from having to make the choice to relinquish her rights as a parent, to being invited to pioneer a program within the state of Nebraska that will ultimately result in her gaining guardianship of her children once again. HighlightsThe pain of relinquishing parental rightsThe harm done to Barbara’s childr...
2021-02-2322 minWrap Around Love"The Sins of a Mother..." Episode 5In today's episode, Barbara shares about the time in her life when her addiction took over and the devastating effects it had on her children. We get to hear about Barbara's continued connection to North Omaha, along with her passion to serve and be a force for change in her community. HighlightsBeing a North Omaha advocateRaising kids as a drug addictLosing children to the foster care system Stay Connected, follow us on social media! https://www.facebook.com...
2021-02-1627 minWrap Around LoveThe Beginning Of Addiction Episode 4In today's episode, Barbara shares more details about her gang life. We also see how addiction began to shape her life and how that impacted her as a mother. HighlightsFighting as a gang assignment Lack of adult care and intervention, and its effect on Barbara in her teen yearsBecoming a mother to Calvin and CurtisDomestic abuseJail timeRegrets as a motherStay Connected, follow us on social media! https://www.fac...
2021-02-0928 minWrap Around LoveGang Life Episode 3Wrap Around Love Podcast Episode 3 - Gang LifeIn today's episode Barbara begins to connect how the trauma of her childhood set her up for rebellion and gang life. This episode has very challenging themes, but it is an important part of Barbara’s story. HighlightsDifficult and sometimes uncomfortable topicsThe common reality of sexual abuse in Barbara’s neighborhood growing upMounting angerA turning point away from innocent hopeThe introduction to, and evolution of, B...
2021-02-0226 minWrap Around LoveThe Early Years Episode 2Wrap Around Love Podcast Episode 2 - The Early Years Shownotes In today's episode, you will hear the heartbreaking, and at times shocking, events in Barbara’s childhood years. You will also meet some of the key figures in Barbara’s childhood. Through this episode, you will begin to understand how someone can be set up to walk on a path they never wanted to walk on. HighlightsA life shaped by a MotherLife as the child of an addictSe...
2021-01-2628 minWrap Around LoveCompassion & Understanding Episode 1In today's episode, you will meet Barbara Robinson and Janine Wegner and join them as they dive into the topic of faith, love, race, and friendship. They share their backgrounds, the story of how they met and their hope and purpose for this podcast. HighlightsMeet Barbara and JanineWhat is Wrap Around Love Foreign lifestylesMiddle class vs. inner-city beginningsWrap Around Love that transforms lives and familiesStay Connected, follow us on social media! https://www.facebook.com/wraparoundlovemovementContact us at:wraparoundloveomaha@gmail.com
2020-12-0416 min