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She Lives Fearless PodcastPractical Faith & Purposeful Parenting: Real Encouragement for Moms with Guest Courtney DeFeoOn this episode hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar chatted with Courtney DeFeo, author and podcast host of Pardon the Mess. Courtney DeFeo is a Southern girl who loves Jesus and lives to help families shine His light in everyday life. Born and raised near Atlanta, Georgia and a proud Auburn University alum, Courtney has called several places home—including Orlando, Florida (where she basically lived at the Magic Kingdom) and now Colleyville, Texas. Georgia and South Carolina still hold a special place in her heart, as that's where her family roots run deep.Jesus has...2025-05-2230 min
Living Easy with Lindsey151 | Losing Yourself After Motherhood and Finding God in the Messy Middle with Dina Deleasa-GonsarIn this episode, I sit down with DishItGirl Dina Deleasa-Gonsar—wife, mom, cookbook author, and yes, Kevin Jonas’ sister-in-law—for a vulnerable conversation that goes far beyond food. Dina discusses how her time on the reality series Married to Jonas became the boost she needed to start growing on social media, her Italian roots, and how Sunday dinners in her dorm room became the heartbeat of her kitchen. We talk about her new cookbook, At the Kitchen Sink, and the lost art of gathering as a family—which is more powerful than we realize. Dina also shares he...2025-05-1353 min
Once Upon A Food StoryCultivate Joy and Feel Happier Every Day with Elise MuselesWant to feel more alive, grounded, and genuinely happier – starting now? Add in more joy! In this solo mini episode, I explore why joy is not something you chase or wait for… and how it can be a healing, everyday nutrient your mind and body need to thrive. Research shows how joy can lower stress hormones, strengthen your immune system, and support nervous system regulation. And the best part? It’s more accessible than you might think. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why joy is essential for your physical and emotional health –...2025-05-0710 min
Tonia's KitchenAt The Kitchen Sink - Dina Deleasa Gonsar joins Tonia to talk about the bookFrom popular DishItGirl Dina Deleasa-Gonsar comes a new cookbook,AT THE KITCHEN SINK: Recipes to Fill Your Table; Words to Fill YourHeart.Dina has spent many years building a platform around real life nourishment for the body and soul, and is finally bringing together her accessible and family-friendly personal recipes with thoughtful meditations in this beautiful book.Encouraging her readers to create their own memories through these recipes, Dina writes, “When my grandmother passed away, her jewelry or knickknacks didn’t interest me. Instead, I asked for her apron, saved a piece of v...2025-04-3019 min
TODAY with Jenna & FriendsApril 17, Tyra Banks: The Celebrity Scoop | Lake Bell Talks New Kids Book | Easter Sunday Brunch RecipeRadio host and pop culture expert Nessa Diab shares the latest in celebrity news and headlines. Also, Lake Bell joins to discuss adding “author” to her résumé with her new children’s book All About Brains: A Book About People. Plus, food blogger Dina Deleasa-Gonsar shares a delicious Easter egg bake and carrot cake recipe—perfect for Easter Sunday brunch.
2025-04-1736 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastBrave Woman, Mighty God with Guest Laura SmithIn this episode of the She Lives Fearless Podcast, hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar have a conversation with Laura Smith, author of Brave Woman Mighty God - a bold invitation to live brave.Drawing inspiration from the courageous women of the Bible, Brave reminds us that the same God who empowered them empowers us today. With honesty and heart, Laura shows that bravery isn’t about big moments—it’s found in our everyday, ordinary lives when we rely on Jesus for strength, joy, and purpose. This is your call to rise up, walk in freedom, and li...2025-04-1127 min
Making Room by GatherThe Kitchen Sink: Recipes to Fill Your Table, Words to Fill Your Heart with/ Dina Deleasa GonsarWhat happens when a cookbook becomes more than recipes? When it meets you at 4:44 AM as you're cleaning bottles, staring out the window, wondering what happened to you? That's exactly what Dina Delicia Gonsar accomplishes with her new book "At The Kitchen Sink" - a refreshing blend of practical recipes and soul-nourishing devotionals.Returning to Making Room, Dina takes us behind the scenes of her publishing journey, revealing how years of seemingly rejected proposals transformed into perfect divine timing. Those waiting seasons allowed her to incorporate profound personal experiences - including her battle with cancer and postpartum...2025-04-0945 minOnce Upon A Food StoryFind Purpose & Joy in Everyday Cooking with Dina Deleasa-GonsarWhat if cooking wasn’t just another item on your endless to-do list, but instead a source of joy and connection? Dina Deleasa-Gonsar, certified health coach, TV personality, and creator of DishItGirl, shows us how the kitchen can be a place of creativity, conversation, and fun – no perfection required. As the author of the new cookbook At the Kitchen Sink, Dina combines her love of food, storytelling, and practical expertise to help us rethink mealtime as an opportunity to nourish not only our bodies but also our relationships. She shares how to em...2025-04-0244 min
Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian KidsCancer, cooking and career rollercoaster with Dina Deleasa-GonsarFrom the reality TV show “Married to Jonas” to becoming a mom to postpartum to a viral blog and recently a cancer journey - Dina’s story reminds us all that God will never leave us. I’m so thankful I had the chance to get to know Dina and her incredible story. She feels like a mom I would meet at the park and then I’d want to sit for hours and laugh and cry. Dina is the REAL deal! Although, I booked her on this podcast to chat about cooking and the power o...2025-03-2744 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastSound of Courage: Embracing God's Call Through Worship with Meredith AndrewsWelcome to the show! Today, we're thrilled to have recording artist and worship leader Meredith Andrews join us on the She Lives Fearless Podcast. You may know Meredith from her powerful work with Curb | Word Entertainment and her time with Vertical Worship, and more recently at Belonging Co. in Nashville. She's a Dove Award-winning artist whose heart and musical gifts have touched countless lives—leading songs that keep our minds and hearts set on Jesus.Meredith has been a part of some of the most beloved worship songs across America—from “Open Up The Heavens” and “Lamb of God” to...2025-03-2630 min
So...What Else?Dina Deleasa Gonsar | Recipes to Fill Your Table, Words to Fill Your HeartDina Deleasa Gonsar is an author, speaker, TV personality, and the creator of DishItGirl. You know her from Good Morning America, Fox News, E! News, Married to Jonas, or her podcast She Lives Fearless—but today, Dina Deleasa Gonsar is pulling up a chair to get real about life beyond the kitchen.
We talk about her journey through postpartum depression, her battle with thyroid cancer, and how both experiences shaped her perspective on life and faith. We also dive into her new cookbook, At the Kitchen Sink: Recipes to Fill Your Table, Words to Fill Your Heart. It...2025-02-171h 42She Lives Fearless PodcastRestored: Partnering with God in Transforming Our Broken Places - with Meshali MitchellEvery one of us has broken places inside. Places in our souls where the dust gathers or the wind whistles through. Every one of us needs restoration. Photographer and portrait artist Meshali Mitchell is no different. Though, in her case, she also had a farmhouse to restore to its former glory.In this episode of the She Lives Fearless Podcast, Hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are having a conversation with Meshali, discussing her restoration journey and her book releasing this April!In a world where Pinterest-perfect homes flood our social...2025-01-2330 min
She Lives Fearless PodcastOvercome the Overwhelm: Embrace Peace and Purpose in the New Year (With a Free Guide to Help You Start Fresh!)In this episode, Hosts Dina Deleasa-Gonsar and Holly Newton will equip and encourage you with a conversation on how to overcome overwhelm and live in God's strength, peace, and purpose. Each day is a gift, and each year is a fresh opportunity to refocus, realign, and embrace the purpose God has for our lives. But let’s be honest—starting a new year can feel overwhelming with so much to juggle.While we may not have all the answers or know what’s coming, we can trust this—God is here now, and He will be there...2025-01-0935 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastMerry Moments and Holiday Memories with Special Guest Angela DeleasaOn this week's episode of the She Lives Fearless podcast hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are welcoming Angela Deleasa. Angela is Dina's mom! This is a conversation you don't want to miss! We chatted about family holiday memories, how to create and keep meaningful traditions, strategies to keep your sanity, lessons learned over the years, and the payoff for cultivating faith and consistency.Also, be sure to catch Angela on Holidays at the Kitchen Sink alongside Dina this Christmas season! Airing on Christmas Flix and Glu Network.Make sure to pre-order Dina's...2024-12-1234 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastHush the HustleIn this week's episode, hosts Dina Deleasa-Gonsar and Holly Newton talk about Holly's new Christmas Devotional book, All Is Calm All Is Bright.We know well that life doesn’t halt for the halls decked with holly or the tinsel and twinkling lights. But we can decide now how we’ll approach the days ahead to savor the season with our loved ones and get lost in the wonder of Immanuel, God with us.Wherever you find yourself in this season, this devotional was written to help you be present over pressures for perfection. It’s an i...2024-11-2132 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastHoliday Hot Tips with Dina Deleasa-GonsarOn this week's episode Dina is in the holiday hot seat! Holly is interviewing Dina and getting all the scoop on what's ahead for her holidays, her NEW Cookbook Devotional, At the Kitchen Sink, and getting in on her best tips for hosting and cooking this Thanksgiving and Christmas season. She's out to make them 'merry not miserable".You can connect with Dina here on her website and follow along on Instagram for cooking, family, and inspirational content! Be sure and PRE-ORDER her At the Kitchen Sink now here on Amazon.Connect with Holly here...2024-11-1433 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastRewind: Facing the Unexpected and Navigating New Seasons with Dina and HollyWe're revisiting this all time top episode from last Fall on how to maintain and strengthen your faith when you face tough days!How do you go through transitions and maintain your faith? Whether it's back to school, finance, health issues, or whatever changes you're facing we have a real God who gives real peace and strength in every season.In this week's episode of the She Lives Fearless Podcast, hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar discuss personal journeys of life transitions and navigating the unexpected. As humans, we like to know what's around the c...2024-10-3126 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastCultivating Peace and Identity with Karen HarmonIn this episode, hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar sat down with Karen Harmon to discuss hot topics women face and practical tools for challenges in daily living.Karen Harmon is a wife, homeschool mom, physical therapist, business owner, speaker, and writer who also serves her local church on the worship team, as a leader over several small groups, and in the media department doing on-camera work and voice overs. She owns Function360 which provides specialized physical rehabilitation and wellness consultations for a variety of patients. Karen has spoken at conferences and seminars and has...2024-10-1629 min
She Lives Fearless PodcastA Life Well Lived with Sally ClarksonWhat does a life well-lived mean? What does it mean to live with your whole heart? Why does your outlook on life really make all the difference? In this episode, hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar sat down with bestselling author Sally Clarkson and discussed these questions and so much more! Sally's encouraging insights and wisdom will inspire you to invite God more fully into your own story wherever you are in your life's journey. In her new book, Well Lived: Shaping a Legacy of Gratitude and Grace, Sally teaches us how to exchange the...2024-09-2629 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastMoving Duty to Desire in Your Prayer Life with Bethany KimseyOn today's show hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar have a powerful conversation with Bethany Kimsey!As a mother to 8 children, Bethany has seen God radically change her messy motherhood from weary, anxious, and frantic to peaceful, joyful, and triumphant. She helps weary mothers win the battle against worry and fatigue as they understand their identity in Christ and rest in the hope of the Gospel in community with other moms. As a writer, speaker, and encourager of mothers, she wants to see a generation of mothers who can connect their motherhood to the love of Jesus...2024-09-1126 min
Collecting Picture MemoriesFollowing Your Passion with Dina Deleasa-GonsarCiao a tutti e Benvenuti!In today's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by my dear friend, Dina Deleasa-Gonsar, famously known as Dish It Girl Dina. Dina is a dynamic creator, writer, speaker, and television personality who has captured the hearts of many with her popular food blog, DishItGirl.com.In this episode, Dina shares her incredible journey from blogging about her family's treasured recipes to becoming a recognized name on television. You'll hear how Dina's love for food and her knack for storytelling have led her to become a sought-after voice in the culinary...2024-08-3039 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastEncouragement for Back-to-School and New SeasonsIt's August and Hosts Dina Deleasa-Gonsar and Holly Newton are checking in for an end-of-summer and back-to-school chat! In this week's episode of the She Lives Fearless Podcast, they chat about:The fine line between preparation and controlTrusting the Lord with our children and surrenderWhy it's important for mothers to prioritize personal time in with God and in His word to gain discernment, wisdom, and perspective for daily livingPerseverance and a scripture to rememberPreparing our home environment for peaceWe'll be back with a brand-new podcast season in September! Until then, make sure y...2024-08-1530 minShe Lives Fearless Podcast100th SLF Episode!In this episode of the She Lives Fearless Podcast, hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar reflect on the journey to the 100th episode and share some of their favorite guest snippets. Connect with She Lives Fearless here.Join us for the second summer session of the Cultivate Purpose and Possibility Bible study beginning July 29th. Get your book here and receive all of the details to study together for this 5-Week Devotional and Bible Study that will help deepen your faith and resolve in the truths of God in a...2024-07-1824 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastSummer Bible Study, Part 3: Cultivate Purpose and PossibilityIn this week's episode, Hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are continuing the conversation on the She Lives Fearless Summer Bible Study series, Cultivate Purpose and Possibility. On Week 5 talking about Cultivating Rest. They discuss how to intentionally put our faith into practice and deepen and strengthen areas where we need to grow. Whether you're a new Christian or have been one for a long time, there's always more of God to learn and grow in.For more encouragement, pick up a copy of this Bible study devotional here at shelivesfearless.comFollow Holly @hollyanewton a...2024-07-0419 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastSummer Bible Study, Part 2: Cultivate Purpose and PossibilityIn this week's episode, Hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are continuing the conversation on the She Lives Fearless Summer Bible Study series, Cultivate Purpose and Possibility. Focusing on Weeks 2 and 3, Cultivate Wisdom and Cultivate Identity. They discuss how to intentionally put our faith into practice and deepen and strengthen areas where we need to grow. Whether you're a new Christian or have been one for a long time, there's always more of God to learn and grow in.For more encouragement, pick up a copy of this Bible study devotional here at shelivesfearless.com...2024-06-1716 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastSummer Bible Study, Part 1: Cultivate Purpose and PossibilityIn this week's episode, Hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are introducing the She Lives Fearless Summer Bible Study series, Cultivate Purpose and Possibility. They discuss how to intentionally put our faith into practice and deepen and strengthen areas where we need to grow. Whether you're a new Christian or have been one for a long time, there's always more of God to learn and grow in.For more encouragement, pick up a copy of this Bible study devotional here at shelivesfearless.com Follow Holly @hollyanewton and Dina @dishitgirldinaSubscribe now so you...2024-06-0617 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastSay Good with Ashlee Eiland (Replay)In celebration of Ashlee Eiland's book release this week we are revisiting a recent conversation hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar had with her on the She Lives Fearless Podcast. Ashlee is the author of Say Good: Speaking across Hot Topics, Complex Relationships, and Tense Situations that released on May 7th from NavPress. Ashlee exudes authenticity and accountability, her words and example embody compassion and strength. Say Good is infused with not just helpful strategies for discerning how to engage interpersonally and globally with difficult situations, but it most importantly exemplifies extending God's love through you...2024-05-0933 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastArmor the Home with Jess UngerOn this week's episode of the She Lives Fearless podcast, we're ramping up to the New Jersey Conference happening on April 20th. Hosts Holly Newton and Dina Deleasa-Gonsar are chatting with Jessica Unger, founder of Armor the Home. Jessica is serving as a Panel Member at our upcoming conference and today you get a sneak peak to glean some of her wisdom and encouragement talking about ministry within the home!Jessica shares that Armor the Home came from the leading of the Holy Spirit and the Father releasing blueprints for the times we are living in and t...2024-04-0930 minShe Lives Fearless PodcastWho Jesus Is - Part 3We are talking about the 7 I AM Statements of Jesus and reading the Gospel of John this month to prepare our hearts for Easter! When we discover who Jesus is we discover more of who we are.In this episode, Hosts Holly Newton and Dina-Deleasa Gonsar unpack one of the seven statements with guest Tasha Calvert.Tasha is an author, speaker, podcast host of Digging In, and Bible teacher. She currently serves as the Global Director of Women’s Ministry at Prestonwood in Dallas, Texas. She is married to Rob...2024-03-2830 min