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The Donna Drake ShowDreams Come True; Without That Possibility, Nature Would Not Incite Us To Have Them with Dr. Benard A, Harris Jr - #172Donna talks to Lisa Pink from Pinkcreadible Credible Products, Inc. is a premier cleaning product manufacturer currently creating and manufacturing cleaning product lines for major retail outlets.Credible Products is helping to solve old world cleaning problems with new technology! We offer safe, non toxic, biodegradable and effective cleaning products which help make cleaning safe and easy. Our customers love the fact they can clean less, with ease all while doing it safely! Donna talks with Tiffany Blair, Executive Ditrector of Westbury Arts and Julie Lyon, President of Board of Directors of Westbury A...2025-06-0256 min
Magnetic by Design: A Human Design Podcast32. Authentic AI for Spiritual Entrepreneurs with 6/3 Self Projected Projector Donna HarrisEpisode Description Want to use AI in your spiritual business without losing your authentic voice? This one's for the conscious entrepreneurs ready to embrace tech without sacrificing soul.In this episode, I chat with Donna Harris about bringing more heart to your AI game, especially if you're a solo entrepreneur, busy mum, or energy-conscious Projector trying to do #allthethings.If you've ever felt AI was "too techy" for your spiritual business or worried about losing your unique essence—you need this conversation in your life.We dive into: ✅...2025-05-1448 min
The More the Merrier with donna gtmtm 26 may 24 Guest: Dalton Harris (X Factor winner 2018) on Dalton's Dream docI fell in love with Dalton Harris after seeing him in Kim Longinotto and Frank Murray Brown's documentary "Dalton's Dream." If you're Jamaican you will understand the phrase "mi spirit tek 'im." I know films are edited to share a certain perspective, but I trusted experienced documentary filmmaker Kim Longinotto with Dalton Harris's story. I've seen her films:- "The Day I Will Never Forget" (2002) – Director/Cinematographer- "Sisters in. Law" (2005) – Co-director (with Florence Ayisi)/Cinematographer/Producer- "Rough Aunties" (2008) – Director/Cinematographer- "Pink Saris" (2010) – Director/CameraI believed Dalton's...2024-05-2759 min
SoCal Restaurant ShowRestaurateur Shelley Lindgren of A16 in San Francisco Previewing La Festa Della Donna Part Two
In celebration of the Italian Festival of Women in March and Regarding Her, “Restaurateur Caroline Styne and Chef Suzanne Goin present La Festa della Donna on Monday, March 11, 2024, at A.O.C. in Brentwood. Caroline has invited her special guests Mariarita Grasso of Azienda Agricola Filippo Grasso and Alice Bonaccorsi of Azienda Agricola Alice Bonaccorsi, Italy. Also in attendance is favorite Italian wine advocate Shelley Lindgren, owner and wine director of A16 Restaurant (in San Francisco and Oakland) and author of her latest book, “Italian Wine: The History, Regions, and Grapes of an Iconic Wine Country.””
“The Festa della Donna is an...2024-03-1110 min
SoCal Restaurant ShowRestaurateur Shelley Lindgren of A16 in San Francisco Previewing La Festa Della Donna Part One
In celebration of the Italian Festival of Women in March and Regarding Her, “Restaurateur Caroline Styne and Chef Suzanne Goin present La Festa della Donna on Monday, March 11, 2024, at A.O.C. in Brentwood. Caroline has invited her special guests Mariarita Grasso of Azienda Agricola Filippo Grasso and Alice Bonaccorsi of Azienda Agricola Alice Bonaccorsi, Italy. Also in attendance is favorite Italian wine advocate Shelley Lindgren, owner and wine director of A16 Restaurant (in San Francisco and Oakland) and author of her latest book, “Italian Wine: The History, Regions, and Grapes of an Iconic Wine Country.””
“The Festa della Donna is an...2024-03-1114 min
The Kingdom TruthI Choose Life and I Choose to Forgive Pt 2- Donna HarrisIn Part 2 of this most powerful interview, Donna Harris continues to share about her feelings of anger, rejection, fear, and thoughts of murder. But God! He is our Healer and mighty Deliverer!Donna Harris was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was the third oldest child. Donna grew up in a non-Christian home. Although, her mother was a single parent, nevertheless, Donna did have a relationship with her father. As a young child, Donna remembers her grandmothers taking care of them while her mom was traveling. Her mom was a model.Then one day her...2024-02-2029 min
The Kingdom TruthFinding Safety From A Home Environment Set Up To Kill Me Part 1-Donna HarrisIn this most powerful episode, Donna Harris shares her life’s journey with us. This testimony pulls at your heartstrings. Lord, have mercy!Donna Harris was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was the third oldest child. Donna grew up in a non-Christian home. Although, her mother was a single parent, nevertheless, Donna did have a relationship with her father. As a young child, Donna remembers her grandmothers taking care of them while her mom was traveling. Her mom was a model.Then one day her mother moved them out of their apartment into a hous...2024-02-1330 min
Building the Premier Accounting FirmFrom Home to Business: Donna Harris' Story of Starting a Remote Accounting FirmIn this episode of the podcast, host Roger Knecht engages in a dynamic conversation with Donna Harris, founder of Bookkeeping Made Simple. Together, they dive deep into her journey of starting an accounting business and navigating the life changes that come with being an entrepreneur. This is a great look at how professionals from all walks of life become accounting entrepreneurs, as well as how it’s possible to achieve the work/life balance you desire at the owner of your firm. Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center Guest Name: Donn...2024-02-071h 00
Authentically DetroitStriking and Collapsing with Camille Johnson and Armond HarrisThis week Authentically Detroit welcomed Camille Johnson, Director of Development and Communications at the Eastside Community Network (ECN) and Armond Harris, Owner of Jabs Gym.Donna and Orlando discuss the UAW strike and its implications for Michigan’s financial future. Later on, Camille joins the duo to discuss the 35th annual Eastside Extravaganza taking place this Friday, September 22nd from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at ECN. Finally, Armond gives a first-hand account of the building collapse that took place over the weekend at the Eastern Market. Whi...2023-09-1955 min
"Love's A Secret Weapon" PodcastChapter 21: Casting My Spell On You with guests Jo David and Marlow HarrisWelcome to a new chapter of Donna’s memoir! We open with a duet sung by Donna and Bobby Sherman on Shindig, “Casting My Spell on You”.
In this episode…Donna takes us back to the early 2000s as her fashion business, ADASA Hawaii, enters a new phase with celebrity clientele and the hottest lines including Juicy Couture, James Perse, Isabella Fiore and Lacoste. At a time of personal change and professional success, Donna begins to wonder if her new voice is as a Designer.
Plus, Donna and Dr Adam are joined by fan guests Jo David and Marl...2023-08-311h 45
Diversity In The D (313)Caleb Harris, Lashon Marshall, Aaron Benson , Neveah Buchanan, Greek Town, Murder of Dr. Devon HooverThe killing Of Lashon Marshall, Aaron Benson, Caleb Harris, Neveah Buchanan, Pastor Mo promoting peace in Greek town ,Murder of 53 year old Devon Hoover
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TV, I Say w/ Ashley RayAustralian Silly Boys w/ Aunty DonnaAshley welcomes Australian comedians Aunty Donna and almost meets her match as Zack, Broden and Mark share their deep love of USA TV nostalgia and dive deep into how the TV sausage gets made. The boys share what it was like shooting their Netflix show right before the world shut down plus impress Ashley with their TV Watchlist suggestions, but first they all have to solve the biggest conspiracy theory around: Does Australia even exist? You can find more details about the Aunty Donna World Tour 2023 on auntydonna.com Wha...2023-03-0153 min
She's in Business26 - Tina Harris on Confidence on CameraChances are you are a Mum and my guest today is someone who has most probably been in your house on your TV. Tina Harris has spent a lifetime in front of the camera as the much loved character Lah-Lah from ABC TV.
We’re talking to the real person behind the character! Tina Harris is a powerhouse and very kind and genuine person, who I’ve had the pleasure to meet a few times in person.
With 3 international TV shows and multiple viral YouTube videos including their latest video on YouTube which now has over...2022-02-0731 min
Audacious IntentTurning Baggage Into Luggage with Donna TashijanWhat's your baggage? One of life's inevitable realities is that we all carry our fair share of life's baggage. But what if we could turn those burdens into luxuries? Special guest Donna Tashjian helps women rise above their past and live with ease and confidence. Listen in to today's season three premiere episode as she shares how we can turn our most painful memories into stepping stones to a better future.
You can connect with Donna on @drtashjian on all social platforms.2022-01-1826 min
Create an ImpactDonna Sparaco Meador Episode #136Donna Sparaco Meador, Certified Women’s Empowerment Coach, specializing in women dating “again," Obsessed with LegalShield Advocate, Speaker and Best Selling Author. https://podcasts.heartatworkonline.org/donna-sparaco-meador/ 2021-09-2830 min
My Legacy Experience - The PodcastMy Legacy Experience Podcast - A Discussion about Grant Writing with Phyllis Harris - Part IIToday's episode is part two of a two-part series on grant writing. Today's episode features an in-depth discussion on the most common components of a grant application or RFP (request for proposal). Learn tangible ways to approach the application process that will ensure your highest likelihood of success.
Mrs. Harris is an entrepreneur and owner of – Pathfinders Professional Development, LLC where she provides training and professional development in various areas of education and family engagement across Missouri and nationally.
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A Counselors Journey To Private PracticeWhat You Can Learn From Donna Harris-Richards Who Built Her Practice As a Sex and Couples Therapist | Episode 56Welcome to A Counselors Journey To Private Practice. I'm your host, Juan.About Donna Harris-RichardsDonna Harris-Richards LICSW, CST is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Couples Therapist located in the charming New England coastal seaport city of New Bedford, MA. Born and raised in New York City, she's a sex-positive sex therapist with a mission to help individuals, couples and families embrace and integrate sex-positive thinking into daily life for optimal health, including sexual health and wellness. She says, “We go for annual mammograms, gynecological exams an...2021-03-0533 min
The Human AssignmentDonna Harris – Coaching, Self-Care & Upcoming Human Assignment ProjectsThis week we welcome/introduce Donna Harris, the Human Assignment co-creator, to join the show. Donna has been a previous guest with Dr. Adrienne Leslie-Toogood and will now join as a co-host for most episodes.A coach at heart, Donna is continuously intrigued by all types of human performance and what people need to be at their best. Donna has extensive experience in high-performance sport. She is a former All-Canadian athlete in Track and Field. Donna transitioned from athlete to coach and held concurrent roles at the national level as a coach (University of Manitoba) and a...2021-02-2344 min
Spotlight ConversationsThe Doug Harris interviewThis week my guest is the always entertaining Doug Harris, CEO of Noisemaker Communications in Houston. A master of promotion, branding and marketing worldwide, Doug talks about growing up in the Lone Star State, his love of performing from an early age (including - true story - beating out another Houston legend, childhood friend Dennis Quaid in a talent contest); creating legendary events as Promotion Director with Rock 101 KLOL, along with branding and developing the stations' equally legendary talent lineup of Stevens and Pruett, Dayna Steele, Grego, Outlaw Dave and more. The new Executive Director of the Texas Radio...2020-12-2334 minAuthentically DetroitA Race Reckoning... w/Victoria Burton-Harris & Yusef Bunchy Shakur"The truth is that as much democracy as this nation has, it has been borne on the backs of Black resistance."-Nikole Hannah-JonesBlack resistance is in happening in cities all over the United States including America's largest majority Black city, Detroit. Protestors by the thousands have flooded the streets of Downtown Detroit and nearby neighborhoods to express dissent with a system that has allowed for the habitual killings of Black men and women mostly without repercussions. This week Donna and Orlando are joined by Victoria Burton-Harris, candidate for Wayne County Prosecutor and Yusef B...2020-06-021h 00
Vivid by RCLILament as Creative Engine - Donna HarrisDonna Harris is a startup guru with a hunger to make the world a little bit better. She is the Founder of Builders and Backers; they work to infuse an entrepreneurial spirit the the center of local communities. Donna also Co-Founded 1776 - major initiative in Washington DC that convenes and accelerates startups from around the world. In a wide-ranging conversation, she talks about the role of lament and how it can fuel new, creative responses (2:50). She also shares also how people of faith can play a role both in serving on the frontlines and how people of faith can...2020-05-0700 min
InnovatorsAssessing the Strengths and Weaknesses of America's Public Health System in the Time of COVID-19 (with Dr. Donna Petersen, Dean of the College of Public Health at the University of South Florida)Dr. Donna Petersen joins Innovators to talk about how the coronavirus has shown a spotlight on the good and the bad of America's public health system. In the early stages of America's battle with COVID-19, Dr. Petersen talks about the public's knowledge and understanding of the country's health system and how state and federal lawmakers and healthcare professionals are dealing with the crisis. Dr. Petersen is a masters and doctoral graduate in maternal and child health from the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health, and is an author of many publications. She has been honored...2020-05-0738 min
The Human AssignmentManaging Life’s Load in a Pandemic with Dr. Adrienne Leslie-Toogood and Donna HarrisIn this episode, we talk to high-performance consultants, Dr. Adrienne Leslie-Toogood and Donna Harris from Toogood Consulting, about mindset and managing the various aspects of our lives in these uncertain times. Dr. Adrienne Leslie Toogood is a licensed psychologist that has worked with clients ranging from business leaders, individual Olympic athletes, teams and coaches, to PGA Tour winners. Donna Harris has developed and led the implementation of various national and provincial programs while in senior leadership roles with Athletics Canada, Racquetball Canada and Athletics Manitoba.Adrienne and Donna have extensive experience supporting people through uncertainty and the u...2020-05-041h 00
Strategy with JasonQuarantine Conversations - Episode 12 - ft. Donna Bavely and Jodie KennedyJason gets real with Donna Bavely and Jodie Kennedy. They discuss the current state of dealership marketing efforts, digital retailing and adopting new tech in to your processes.
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The Redemptive EdgeDonna Harris: Creative Action Begins With LamentAndy Crouch interviews Donna Harris, Founder of Builders + Backers, a movement of community-focused entrepreneurs. They discuss the biblical practice of lament as an essential step to deal faithfully and productively with the uncertainty and loss that all of us face in a worldwide pandemic. Lament is an encounter with God that precedes redemptive action. In lament we approach God in a way that “enfolds complaint with trust” in his sovereignty and goodness. Donna discusses a six-part flow of lament: 1. Crying out to God2. Affirming trust in God3. Petitioning God to restore 4...2020-04-0729 min
Impossible BeautyEpisode 11: Dr. Donna Harris- Beauty In CommunityA leader sets the tone for the culture of a community. A leader models the ethos of a place and of a community. This could certainly be said of Dr. Donna Harris, president of Minnehaha Academy, a private K-12 Christian school in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On August 2, 2017, unexpected tragedy befell the over century-old school when an explosion leveled the middle portion of the Academy’s high school. In the midst of losing two beloved employees and the ensuing grief and uncertainty, Dr. Harris forged ahead in wisdom, fortitude, and faith. That same steadfast faith characterized my time with Dr. Ha...2020-01-1539 min
Constantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisRestoration House featuring Kennesha Buycks If you feel like you are wrestling with comparison, the pain of brokenness in your life, or needing inspiration for how to cultivate a kingdom minded home, you’ll find encouragement in this episode. Kennesha Buycks lays out all the pain points that have pointed her back to restoration in Jesus. This also birthed the social space and newly released book, Restoration House. Kennesha desires to pull your heart and your home toward God’s peace and toward a welcoming of the Holy Spirit. We get vulnerable pretty fast in this episode and cover topics like numbing pain with alcohol, the ne...2019-06-2100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisSister, Walk in Truth featuring Chrystan Ferrell My friend Chrystan Ferrell walks us through her journey of coming to Christ. Like the real moment, not the outside circle moment where you know who Jesus is and you know about scripture. The REAL life-changing relationship with Jesus was birthed in Chrystan’s life after lots of chasing after fun that ended in destruction. She talks about the struggle as a single parent and I love how she defines the brokenness of sin yet the blessing that God continues to place in her life. Chrystan poured her heart into the book Sister, Walk in Tr...2019-06-1300 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisHow the FOG was Lifted with Lindsey HaleEpisode 75: If you struggle to understand where you are in life and why, Lindsey’s story can point you to God’s sovereign plan and his perfect timing that’s bigger than all of us. My guest and new true friend Lindsey Hale talks about a time in her life where what looked like a blessing to most of the world, was a surprising point of grief and surrender of self. After 13 years of raising her kids, Lindsey unexpectedly found herself pregnant again creating a gap of 9 years between her last baby and this new one.We talk candidly about...2019-06-0700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisHello Courageous - Finding Courage from the brokenness Sexual Abuse and Dysfunctional Thinking featuring Melissa ScottYour gonna tap into your own personal reason to be courageous today. Melissa Scott has had a tumultuous life. From horrific sexual abuse as a child to a cycle of repeated abuse in relationships, Melissa hit rock bottom, seeking more for her life. Even though she was able to see healthy relationships and witness to God’s power around her, Melissa felt very much on the outside of the ability to achieve an actual and real relationship with Jesus. You’ll be encouraged to hear how she found healing moments through true forgiveness, therapy, and crying out to Jesus in her...2019-05-3100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisOvercoming a Critical Spirit featuring Shannon Kay McCoy In Episode 73, we talk candidly about 4 ways a critical spirit can take root in your everyday life. In fact, I share a few of my own struggles in my marriage and in my actions where I wrestle with a spirit of criticism. Shannon Kay McCoy is a biblical counselor and new friend and helps us walk through this spirit of criticism that we can easily fall into or rationalize. This important conversation also evolved into trying to define terms like self-love & self-care. We were both seeking to pin down where self-love could be Bibilcal and where is it outright sin. I...2019-05-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisHello Courageous featuring Melissa ScottYour gonna tap into your own personal reason to be courageous today. Melissa Scott has had a tumultuous life. From horrific sexual abuse as a child to a cycle of repeated abuse in relationships, Melissa hit rock bottom, seeking more for her life. Even though she was able to see healthy relationships and witness to God’s power around her, Melissa felt very much on the outside of the ability to achieve an actual and real relationship with Jesus. You’ll be encouraged to hear how she found healing moments through true forgiveness, therapy, and crying out to Jesus in her...2019-05-2300 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisI Make a Horrible God featuring Jenna BarbosaEpisode 72 is all about freedom from our hangups. If it’s food or relationships, Jenna Barbosa has a lot of wisdom to offer on the issue. We talk about Jenna’s personal brokenness and how is continually gaining freedom from hurts from her past, relationships that she tried to use to replace God, and using food as an idol. Feel comforted and encouraged as you listen to Jenna introduce herself as a women that is content and the hope that she can bring to you, no matter your situation. I really loved the thoughts she had on the difference between being...2019-05-1700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisDismantling Legalism, Therapy, and False Self with Joey Monteleone Friends, episode 71 will give you freedom in questioning your faith and choosing self-help as self-care. My guest Joey Monteleone is a podcast pal that has a story of freedom from religion into relationship. I hope you’ll find inspiration in Joey’s story and be encouraged to walk forward in the truth that God cares more about your heart than your appearance. We talk about Joey’s background in the Plymouth Brethren Church and while denomination isn’t the point of his story, it points to the strictness, the legality of religion and how he found freedom in his heart even though...2019-05-0900 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisBecome Free from Emotional Baggage - The Baggage Handler featuring David RawlingsEpisode #70 will help you see that lessons in life are often obtained by self-awareness and grace with your situation. David Rawlings speaks with me today about baggage. He wrote a modern day parable called The Baggage Handler, a story that captivates you because we all know the pain of having a mis-hap with baggage at the airport. The story is built around three different travelers, on individual journeys, who realize they have picked up the wrong suitcase at the airport. They meet an interesting character, The Baggage Handler, who shows them there is more in their baggage than what they ha...2019-05-0200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#069 A quick word of encouragement and a podcast recommendationListen to The Dismantle Podcast HERE Subscribe to Constantly Under Construction Follow me on Instagram! Shoot me a message here!2019-04-1200 min
Dismantle Podcast49. "Beauty in the Contradiction" with Donna HarrisPodcast host Donna Harris sat down with us to discuss her show, the art of storytelling, and how processing life together makes the Church a beautiful place.
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Instagram: @constantlyunderconstruction2019-04-1024 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisOur Soul Desires Beauty, find it in Placemaking featuring Christie PurifoyEpisode 68 is going to open your eyes to the beauty that is already in front of you. You’ll learn a new term, Placmaking, as a way to embrace beauty, even in the middle of mess. Christie Purifoy, the author of Placemaker, invites you to use the places and spaces of your life as a way of connection with God. You’ll be surprised to learn that Placemaking might call you to buy all new pillows for your living room or build a flower garden that you insisted was frivolous….but it certainly never requires it. Peacemaking is a method that wi...2019-04-0500 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisGetting Real about Sex, God, and Infertility featuring Melanie DaleEpisode 67 will remind you why laughing through hard times is beneficial. My guest Melanie Dale is an author and podcaster that takes the hard things seriously but with a spin of approachable, quirky humor that makes her so relatable. She wrote a book called Infreakinfertiltiiy: It’s a survival guide for those attempting pregnancy with a ton of Melanie’s real-life experiences from her own infertility journey. Melanie and I had fun talking about a variety of things that will amuse you and make you think : From sex in your 40s to Nerdy TV shows and Books, and finally Melanie’s one we...2019-03-2900 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna HarrisAt the End of Fear is Comfort featuring Kaitlin WernetEpisode 66 will leave you feeling like you’ve just wrapped yourself in your favorite cozy blanket and settled down for some peaceful ‘me’ time. Kaitlin Wernet is a professional writer and editor which is why I love hearing her geek-out about the oxford comma! We share an intrigue toward Taylor Swift’s many transformations and we both love Gilmore Girls. My favorite thing about Kaitlin is her desire to abide in honest thoughts, even when they are hard. She and I share a specific loss: We’ve both lost our brothers. While we are similar in losses, we agree that t...2019-03-2100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#65 Holding space for Grief and Joy with Justine FroelkerJustine Froelker is a powerhouse that stares down grief in the face, says thank you, while simultaneously hanging onto hope. She suffered through the heart-wrenching fate of infertility and her encouraging story isn’t one that looks like most. She wants to empower you to reject shame and encourage you to thrive EVEN when life doesn't turn out how you hope, dream, or plan. Friends, I just love Justine’s rawness and authenticity. Go to the show notes at constantly under construction dot com to find While you’re still listening, can I ask a quick favor? If you listen on your pho...2019-03-1400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#64 A Transformed Life of Hope and Freedom with Angelia WhiteBefore she curated successful magazines for women, Angie was a woman in desperate need of freedom. Caught in the crossfire of two dysfunctional relationships, Angie didn’t know her self-worth and was repeatedly told how to think, feel, or behave. Her church did not encourage healthy behavior and relationships and her marriage was a prison of being controlled and emotionally abused. Her deliverance from an abusive mindset began when Angie launched her magazine. Angelia walks us through the miraculous journey of launching her magazine from literally nothing. God was near each and every moment as opportunities to start the magazine unfolde...2019-03-0700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#63 Healing Brokenness with Connection with Rachel LindenEpisode 63 is full of hope from brokenness but also encouragement on ministry and mission no matter where you live in the world! Friends, I’m super excited for you to meet my guest Rachel Linden - she’s an author with a world of experiences. One includes working in Budapest with women who are victims of sex trafficking. As an author, Rachel’s fictional stories are purposeful and thoughtful. She weaves together wonderfully captivating stories of hope and courage that are based off of her own experiences; her miscarriage, her travels around the world and human trafficking....2019-03-0100 min
Westcountry PointingPreview: East Devon Point-to-Point, Bishops Court, Ottery St Mary, Sunday 3rd March 2019Written by Donna Harris It’s the turn of the East Devon Hunt to host their meeting at Bishops Court, Ottery St Mary on Sunday 3rd March. Seven races are on […]2019-02-2725 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#62 Makeup and Self-Care - Mastering the Mindset of a Powerful Routine with Jaime McLaughlinEpisode 62 with Jamie McLaughlin is one that will empower you! Jaime McLaughlin is a seasoned and skilled makeup artist that took her career into a whole new arena by teaching moms about the application of make up and the importance of self-care. For a makeup junkie like me, the attraction to this subject was intense: How can we satisfy the idea that makeup isn’t frivolous? I’ve wrestled with this for many years. You’ll enjoy hearing from Jaime and her take on self-care and how we address this question. Makeup or not, she’s ready...2019-02-2100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#61 Barbara was saved by rescuing a burn vicitm. A Brave Face with Barbara Marlowe If you caught last week's episode with Teeba, you'll love hearing from Barbara Marlowe, Teeba's "American Mom”. On today’s episode, you’ll be intrigued to hear how a woman in her 50’s became a first-time mother to a 4-year-old Iraqi burn victim. Barbara Marlowe was a woman who had given up the hope of ever becoming a mother until one day a deep and instant connection happened with a girl across the globe. Teeba Furat Fadhil whose face hands and head were severely burned during a roadside bombing, had her photo featured in a US newspaper. ...2019-02-1500 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#60 A Car Bombing is a catalyst for restoration with Teeba Furat MarloweWhen she wasn’t even 2 years old, Teeba was a victim of a roadside car bombing that took place in the Diyala Province of Iraq. Teeba recounts the events of the bombing that disfigured her face, head, hands and legs and took her brother’s life. This incredible story begins in Iraq but travels to the United States when a woman, Barbara Marlowe, was captivated by Teeba’s story and photograph in the newspaper. Wanting to supply a wig for Teeba, events quickly escalated and soon Barbara welcomed Teeba into her family. In my time with Teeba, you’ll learn...2019-02-0800 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#59 Become a Memory-Making mom with Jessica Smartt If you struggled with anxiety that you didn’t have enough Pinterest worthy crafts or Instagram worthy photos to be considered a mom who makes good memories, I encourage you to stop the pinning and slapping on the photo filters and listen to my interview with Jessica Smartt. Jessica is more than a homeschooling mom and blogger. She’s a woman who wanted to find the purpose and practicality in making memories with her family. Here’s a few things we chat about before discussing her book: Enneagram vs. Meyer’s Briggs Cr...2019-01-3100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#58 Discovering Yourself at the risk of your marriage Brave Love with Lisa LeonardFriends, you’re going to love getting to know my guest, Lisa Leonard. If you’ve struggled in your relationship or if you feel like you are emptied of all your ability to continue to keep people happy, this is the episode for you. Lisa is an amazing woman who’s story will give you new insight on self-care. I got the chance to read her upcoming book, Brave Love, where she shares that even from childhood, she was willing to step back and let others be happy at the expense of knowing herself. Lisa shared her struggle...2019-01-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#57 Can a Netflix binge bring you closer to Jesus? with Knox McCoyIf you consider yourself a fan of pop culture, you'll love my time with Knox McCoy. Knox takes his musings of pop culture and shares how it shaped his view of God and his identity in his book, The Wondering Years. Show Highlights: Get a glimpse into Knox's experiences as we chat about being uncertain with His relationship with God brought him the most certainty in his Faith. I'll pepper you with the word "cliche" and put Knox in the position of reassuring me that loving the enneagram and being basic is not automatically an...2018-12-1200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#56 Breaking free from a loveless marriage with Annessa ChumbleyAnnessa strives for joy and she chooses to bring it to the table in the good times and hard. Everything about Annessa represents the positivity it takes to have meaningful success in work and in life. As a homeschooling mom that also works outside of the home as a dietitian, recipe-creator, spokes-person AND a talk show host, Annessa is somewhat of a superwoman. But don't be fooled by the idea that perfection is what describes her life. She talks about the moment in her life where this became a revelation, one of Annessa's hardest times, when...2018-12-0500 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#55 Accept failure humbly with Thane MarcusA former professional Golfer, Thane learned about success at a young age. He has now written a book regarding these achievements and has wisdom from his experiences that he loves to share to empower people toward a life well-lived Thane shares how he was transformed through the work of Jesus during his time in college. It was through a series of setbacks after a result of poor choices that changed his character and rooted his identity in his faith in God. Thane highlighted the Heroes of faith in the Bible as inspiration and how we can learn much about a...2018-11-2800 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#54 Beauty in the Breakdown with country musician Julie RobertsAt the height of her singing career, life was turned upside down for Julie Roberts when she had an attack on her body as she was performing on stage. Blind and partially paralyzed on stage, Julie pressed on singing, and chose to tuck those scary symptoms away until she could return home from her tour. After a trip to the doctor, Julie was diagnosed with MS. Julie wanted nothing to do with the diagnosis. She decided to ignore it personally and hide it professionally. Because of her tumultuous past, she felt like she was good at hiding the real truth in life. ...2018-11-2000 min
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Commercial Voiceover Demo2018-11-1601 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#53 Losing your Job and finding a Career with Amy ParkerAmy Parker's story is one of success in work because of faith in God. It's a simple story of a woman who had acquired her "dream job” with a fantastic company and was soon devastated to hear the news that she was to be fired. Over the course of time, Amy says she can look back now and see it was very clear that God was paving the way for her to exercise the skills of a children's author, an actual dream job that she didn't know was possible in her life. Speaking of exercising skills, have you all h...2018-11-1400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#52 Depression and Medication with Doctor Wallace MendelsonDr. Wallace Mendelson spoke with me about mental health, specifically, depression and medication. He wrote the book Understanding Antidepressants. Mental health awareness is something I'm very passionate about and my heart is softest toward those suffering with depression. Millions of people that suffer from depression every year and it's often undiagnosed. Depression can be triggered from a stressful or trumatic experience but it's cause can be medical or genetic as well. Awareness of how to handle depression and some of the hidden symptoms of depression are subjects we talked about with Dr. Mendelson. It's my hope that we gain bette...2018-11-0800 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#51 Becoming a Better Mom as your kids grow through different seasons with Ruth SchwenkRuth Schwenk and I talk about all things motherhood. She is so fiercely connected with moms of all seasons of life that throughout her ministry, The Better Mom, Ruth shows us Christ's desire for our role in motherhood. The Better Mom Devotional will assure you: No matter what you're going through, you will find purpose, will have focus, and are complete in Him. Parenting is a lifelong journey and yet the pinnacle of parenting files by so quickly. We talk about grieving the seasons of childhood as they end. Who wants their babies to grow up...2018-11-0100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#50 Bob Goff's daughter, Lindsey Viducich discusses Love Does For KidsLindsey Viducich is the daughter of Bob Goff. She and her dad wrote a complimentary book for children called Love Does For Kids. It was a thrill to have Lindsey on the show to make the stories that I’ve already heard so very real. If you’ve read the book Love Does, you’ll know that some of the tales in the book sound just like that, tales. But they are absolutely true and they immediately stir your heart in a whirlwind of whimsy and desire to love others. Love Does for Kids does the exact same thing, just on a l...2018-10-2200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#49 It's never too late for a new beginning with OS HawkinsIt is so great to be reminded of how God's word is all about a new beginning. If you are struggling in your life, O.S. Hawkins has ways to help you get motivated to walk forward in a fresh way toward a new beginning. He gives practical applications of becoming do-er’s of God’s word and encouragement in resolving conflict in our relationships. O.S. is passionate about helping retired pastors and each of purchase of any of his books helps fund the Mission Dignity organization. Check more out here. Here are...2018-10-1600 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#48 Discover your Identity with Whitney McIntoshSure, “find your identity in Christ" is a cliche. But what does that actually mean? Whitney explains a lot of her perspective was changed when she read the book, The Truest Thing About You by David Lomas. We also discussed what it means to live "IN CHRIST”. I’ve listed all the scripture references that Whitney shared so that you, too, can meditate on God’s word when it comes to who you believe you are. 2 Corinthians 5:21 Ephesians 1 1 John 3:3 Whitney talks about a time when she was struggling to find security in her identity and...2018-10-1000 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#47 Transformation through a medical scare with Pastor Brandon McCainOverweight, dragging, and tired, Brandon was living a struggling life a year ago. He confessed that he felt like he could die any day and would pray, with each passing moment, for the Lord to spare his life. Ironically, he prayed to be placed in the hospital in exchange for death. A man in the middle of despair, Brandon, was on the verge of something big and he had no idea. One morning, Brandon's health took a drastic turn when he was unable to fit into his clothes and unable to breath as his entire body began to swell. He w...2018-10-0100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#46 Surviving Sexual Abuse of your Child - Shame off YouThe overwhelming feeling that Denise experienced in the middle of the night was a moment she will never forget and changed what she thought abut her "perfect" family life. That night she woke to compose a song, she began writing and worshipping, and also, she also found herself weeping. She describes the experience like she was writing someone else’s sorrowful story. The unsettling presence of evil in her home felt very near and all too real. The next morning, she couldn’t pinpoint or understand what the evil presence was the night before. Until... she h...2018-09-2600 min
Against All OdzEp 16. Donna-Leigh Perfect - How to have resilience.Donna-Leigh Perfect sits opposite me in the studio of podcaster Drew Kruck...It's normally a space full of jokes and laughter, today, Donna's eye's well with tears "I don't even remember if I had the chance to say goodbye to her." She says of her mother dying at her feet. A victim of a stab wound inflicted by her father. As if witnessing the murder wasn't enough, Donna and her siblings were farmed out to the then, harsh welfare system of foster care. Donna has endured much. Listen in as she discovers who she is...2018-09-251h 01Constantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#45 Chewbacca Mom - Candace Payne - The Simple Joy of Loving YourselfYou might know her as “Chewbacca Mom” but after this episode, I hope you see Candace Payne as a woman who shares a lot of the same struggles we all do and has earned some hard-fought wisdom about finding joy in that process. Two years ago, when Candace Payne put on a Chewbacca mask on Facebook Live, she never imagined that her life would be brought to the place it is today. That FB video gave millions of people a good laugh and also opened up doors of opportunity for Candace. We talk a bit about how wonderful the ride...2018-09-1800 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#44 Happy Living - The Secret of this (Holy) Concept with Alli WorthingtonAlli wrote a book on the concept of happiness called: The Year of Living Happy: Contented and Connected in a Crazy World. What she has discovered about true happiness will surprise you! We’ve twisted our thinking that happiness is a selfish concept and only JOY is holy. This is not true! Alli did her homework and studied the concept of happiness and found that it’s not just an idea that exists outside of being holy. You might be surprised to find that in original language of the Bible (Greek and Hebrew) there is no di...2018-09-1200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#43 Finding Hope as you End Your Life with Robin BertramMany people are facing life-threatening diseases, terminal illness, and the long-term care of elderly parents, but have few resources to rely on in these difficult times. They often keep their challenges private only to suffer in silence with no real support system. Hidden Treasures written by Robin Bertram delivers practical solutions to the problems everyone must deal with when they are experiencing the degradation of the quality of their life or the potential loss of a loved one. Buy the Book 2018-09-0600 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#42 A Paralyzing Accident produces Thankfulness with Ashely StevensThe life-changing accident happened three weeks after getting engaged. Usually, you don’t survive an accident being t-boned by a semi-truck. Ashley recalls the blessings of the incident at the time.: Like how an entire field was nearby so it was easy for the helicopter to land and lifeflight her to the hospital. During her time at the hospital, Ashley endured multiple surgeries and was in a coma for a month. The accident and suspected stroke caused facial paralysis and has left her hand unusable. My guest today is Ashley Stevens. She’s a Catho...2018-08-2900 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#41 Depression: Funny Podcaster, Part-time Pastor with James KennisonDepression first engulfed James during his time as a full-time children’s minister. Depression is a unique struggle in most jobs, but in ministry, it seems to be even more daunting. And, I wanted to get insight into how it feels to struggle with mental illness as a man in ministry. Before depression, James had the ability to really connect with the kids at church. He said, “If I can think it, I can create it.” He reminisces his time where he described himself an amazing pastor. He loved his life and loved his job. For James, depression started as a tiny na...2018-08-2100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#40 Freedom from Shame - Tactics to Overcome with Susette MaganaSusette tells a redemptive story of shame regarding her body image that involves a mall dressing room, a fancy dress with those darn side zippers, and a pair of scissors. We all have been caught in a dress in the dressing room, right? That's stressful!!! Imagine having a huge connection with shame alongside it. We contrast that shame story with another one where Susette had a breakthrough with recognizing shame. This one involves water bugs! (And how we see ourselves) :) Believe it or not, this also was a very vulnerable moment for Susette and I am so...2018-08-1400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#39 Suffering Well with Infertility, Illness, and Adoption with Glenna MarshallIf you’ve struggled with having a baby or felt the weight of a diagnosis that is final. You’ll walk away from our time feeling more encouraged. I cannot wait for you to draw closer to the Lord through the experiences that Glenna has to share. 2018-08-0700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#38 Loving Difficult People with Heather MargiottaThis episode with Heather Margiotta begins as the 2nd part of a 2 part series where we transition from connecting about the tragedy of loss to the love we experience when we interact with difficult people, namely friendships. Heather recounts a difficult situation with a friend. It’s something that we have all experienced to some degree. You know how it goes…When you recount it, it sounds silly to explain out loud. You see where it’s hard for both people but there’s still mounds of hurt that got piled on that eventually dissolves the friendship. In the end, both Heat...2018-07-3100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#37 A drug-addicted brother - your worst fear realized with Heather MargiottaHeather and I both have brothers who died from a drug overdose with heroin. But our connection is deeper than a tragedy. We both have a grief bond that allows us to see purpose in our pain. Heather’s brother was her best friend. A funny, vibrant guy that ‘would try anything once’ is how she describes him. Her love for him is evident as she recounts his good-nature and her big brother affection for him. He even shared with her the treasure of salvation in Jesus. As teens, they both learned to walk the path as new Christians. Heather says the...2018-07-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#36 Parenting Strategy for all Ages - Practical Parent TalkKathy's job of 27 years was ending. Her passion for teaching child development was honed at the local college and was now being phased out of the school's curriculum. Fortunately, Kathy found a newfound passion that was part of her already exercised teaching muscle.: the Parent Talk System. Kathy now teaches a system all over the world that she knows and believes in. It’s a technique that’s proven to enhance the communication between you and your child based on respect and the opportunity for choice. Kathy and I met at a MOPS meeting and I was so taken with the pa...2018-07-1600 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#35 Overcoming an Eating Disorder with God's goodness featuring Rachel TiemeyerBinge eating and exercise became a habit for Rachel in college. Interestingly, her past never dictated an unhealthy preoccupation with food. Her upbringing didn’t point to reasons to overeat. But a slippery slope of typical college life found Rachel in a position of choosing food as a comfort. Eating enormous amounts of food in one sitting all alone, Rachel recounted that time would just stop in those moments. To counteract the eating, she exercised. The shame and secrets would become a catalyst for beating herself up. Negative self-talk became a regular part of the cycle: food restriction, exercise, ca...2018-07-0900 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#34 Girl, Wash Your Face - Rachel Hollis - The choice to live a better life is up to youAre you discouraged because you think you should have been more successful, met certain milestones, achieved certain goals by a certain time or specific age? Today we fiercely reject that lie! Get ready to listen to this episode more than once because I’m positive you’ll want to hear (again and again) encouragement for authenticy, choosing joy, and doing the hard work that Rachel Hollis has to offer. As I dreamed about this podcast, I had the desire to share encouragement, hope, and real life stories that would help people feel inspired. I wanted people to cra...2018-06-2700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#33 Drug Addict to Recovery Advocate - Rhonda BearRhonda chose drugs over her children. Wanted in three states, Rhonda was running from the law for her involvement with drugs and other criminal activity. Listen to this captivating story of a woman who was a slave to her addiction of drugs, a woman who believed the lie that doing anything to get her kids back, including prostitution and stealing, was the way to get redemption, a woman who sought safety and purpose in her marriage but found that it was one of the unsafest places for her to be. Rhonda recounts hiding in a ditch amidst the bright l...2018-06-2100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#32 Depression and Tactics to Overcome with Elizabeth TaylorSomebody is yelling at me, telling me i'm worthless, screaming negative curses over me....except they aren't doing it with words…and it’s not they it’s me….it’s just feelings that are just washing over me... feelings of worthlessness, discouragement, negativity and overwhelm that eventually paralyzes me. Sometimes I can fully know this and yet I cannot stop feeling this way. My intellect confirms these aren't true feelings but brain is tricking my body into believing it's true and that registers in my body as pain. This is depression. Today's episode, the focus is kinda on me. I've bee...2018-06-1300 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#31 Spiritual depression to Refined and Restored with Rachel SwansonFeeling like she wasn't good enough, feeling like she wasn't worthy, and then believing it put her in a state of darkness. Rachel opens up to us about a time in her life that she calls a spiritual depression. Postpartum Rachel was feeling low self-esteem but there was more to it than a chemical or hormonal imbalance. Her husband brought to her attention the emptiness and depression that she was experiencing. Rachel says that it was more of a spiritual depression because she was living and believing the lies that Satan was telling her about her worth. The heart o...2018-06-0700 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#30 Larry the Cable Guy's wife, Cara Whitney talks about her faith She describes it similar to sneaking pornography: Alone, ashamed, in secret, and lying about it. When Cara watched The Passion of the Christ, she was seeking for the truth in the story of the resurrection. In the past, Cara had made fun of Christians and thought of them as hypocrites. So to entertain the idea of believing that Jesus and his sacrifice was real, became a moment of choosing between something she knew she could be mocked for. In the beginning of their relationship, her husband Dan wasn't walking with the Lord either. This part of her...2018-05-3000 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#29 From addict to pastor - recovery from alcoholism with Tim EzellTim was an alcoholic starting in 8th grade. In our time together, Tim gives us insight into why he chose alcohol as a coping mechanism and how it was masking who he really was. God worked a miracle for Tim through a family member that also struggled with alcoholism. His favorite uncle had just completed two years of sobriety and became a mentor to him. God provided many individuals, including his dad, along the way that helped him have a real heart change away from alcohol and toward Christ. Tim fully embraces the idea of Constantly Under Construction as he says...2018-05-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#28 Healing from binge eating and toxic relationships with Virginia KerrVirginia originally pursued journalism out of desperation. It wasn't out of noble efforts but instead to feed something that was missing inside of her. She says that she was a lost person who felt like she was worth nothing. She felt like if she could just be on television, then she would prove to herself that she felt like "a somebody”. Through her battle with an eating disorder, her connection with mental illness, and her miscarriage, Virgina shares with us God’s provision in her life. Learn of His love as we talk about true identity and no longer trying to hi...2018-05-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#27 Divorce recovery for the single parent with Robert Beeson Robert Beeson is an author and former music executive for Grammy nominated bands like Jars of Clay and Casting Crowns. His career brought him much success but it was within the busyness of that success that Robert will tell you his marriage crumbled away. After 13 years of marriage, Robert was left to raise his 3 young daughters on his own. He became a bit of an expert on navigating the Solo Parenting life. Which brings us to talking about his lessons of identity that he chronicles in his book, Going Solo: Hope and Healing for the Single Mom or Dad.2018-05-0900 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#26 birthing a child with special needs, losing a spouse to cancer and finding love in an unexpected wayJess Ronne, chronicles her pregnancy and birth of her special needs son and the loss of her husband to brain cancer. 2018-05-0300 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#25 Jennie's story of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and her miracle moment - Patiently Endure Polyarticular Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis is the particular form that Jennie Harclerode has. It lay dormant until she was 3 years old when an injury sparked the inflammation in her body. That’s when pain and limitation became a regular part of the rest of her life. A lot of people don’t know that kids can get arthritis. Over 300,000 children in the USA have an autoimmune issue that causes them swelling and pain called Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA). With this kind of diagnosis, your body is under constant pain and causes many limitations but Jennie has used her hard times to God’s...2018-04-2400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#24 Always Enough, Never Too Much with Hayley MorganHayley Morgan is a wrote a book about Feeling Too Much or Never enough. Feeling too much or never enough is two sides of the same coin and it’s about identity and obedience. Wild is walking how God made you. Believing Him and walking with Him in HOW he made you. Free is resting in the work that Jesus did. No more to trying to measure up. No more trying to be what the world thinks, christian or secular. Jesus conquered the brokenness! As a true creative, Hayley has...2018-04-1800 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#23 An Autism diagnosis changes their lives forever with Craig Johnson"When Connor's behavior changed and he stopped talking, he was officially diagnosed with autism." Friends, today we’ll meet Craig Johnson and talk about how his son Connor has changed his life. Until he was 2 years old, Craig’s son Connor was just like other kids: playful, verbal and affectionate. When Connor's behavior changed and he stopped talking, he was officially diagnosed with autism. But Craig and his wife Samantha refused to believe that Connor’s life was without meaning and purpose. It was such pleasure to spea...2018-04-1100 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#22 Her husband lost his sight while serving in the military and it turned their life upside-down Tiffany and Scotty survived a horrific experience when Scotty became brutally injured from a suicide car-bombing. Almost losing his life, Scotty was hospitalized from brain and body injuries. The shrapnel that pierced his body ultimately took his eyes and this began his life as a blind person. During this time, Tiffany talks about a pivotal moment where she refused to sign Scotty’s retirement papers. Understanding and hearing God in a hope that was completely unseen by everyone else around her, Tiffany told the commanding officers that if Scotty were to retire, he would be the one to sign those paper...2018-04-0300 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#22 You can stay home with your kids with Erin Odom the Humbled HomemakerEven though what Erin was going through was rough, and at times, felt embarrasing, God taught her that she's not the only one struggling in life. I also loved the lesson that she left with us about never forgetting where you came from: Being grateful for where God delivered her to the point of keeping thankfulness and humility in the very top of her heart response. As the humbled homemaker, Erin Odom can tell you a lot about saving money. Just check out her fantastic tips and tricks on her blog and in her books! Erin says...2018-03-2600 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#20 A Brain Tumor and Natalie's responsibility to heal. Beautifully You with Natalie EppsAfter the shocking death of her father a month before her wedding, Natalie experienced her first real loss. Then life took an unexpected turn when as a healthy young mother, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor that paralyzed her face and vocal cords and took away part of her hearing. Natalie chose to walk the road of grief and loss by turning some of her thoughts, lessons, and hardships into a journal called Beautifully You. We talk about the challenge of not becoming bitter while battling the darkness, loneliness, and depression of losing the very simple functions...2018-03-2200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#19 Grief and Rice Krispie Treats - how to love your grieving friendWe giggle about extinct cell phones and 90’s pop culture references that are lost on Lara, the bliss of eating a truly homemade rice crispy treat (with Laura secret ingredient ) and we also talk about how to love on somebody who’s hurting or grieving. And we explore what grief looks like ...and how it's not always about death. Lara made me promise this episode wouldn’t be as heavy as the first time she was on and I think we delivered with a few laughs and teachable moments. Friends do not forget to follow my dear friend at Lara...2018-02-2200 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#18 A burned victim finds a new life and calling after losing her brotherAn eating disorder was a coping mechanism for Heather's survivor's guilt of her brother's death on that day they both suffered a crash head on with a truck. She also shares with us the incredible story of how God has been preparing Heather her entire life to become a nurse. One of my favorite lessons I learned from Heather is to NEVER neglect the time of preparation that God has for us. He has purposed great things in our life and it's looking back through everything we've endured (good and bad) that have equipped us to the...2018-02-1400 minConstantly Under Construction with Donna Harris#16 Dig a hole with a spoon and bury your worries there with Andrea DornbuschHoly Crackerjacks! ....This was such a fun episode! Andrea shattered my misconception of her home state of California in such a fun way. We also talked about how to affect change in our community, which starts with loving others well. And Andrea shared with us how turning 30 threw her into a depression, or her darkness, as she calls it. The story she shares where God met her during her dark time was equally hilarious and inspiring. So grab a spoon and get ready to dig in a stranger's backyard (hint of...2018-02-0100 min
August 2 StoriesAugust 2 Stories #4: Donna Harris"August 2 Stories" is a Talon podcast series designed to allow members of the Minnehaha Academy community that were in north campus when the explosion occurred on August 2, 2017 to tell their stories. The series is hosted by M.A. senior Emma Melling. Our guest for this episode is Minnehaha Academy President Dr. Donna Harris, who was thrown to her office floor when the explosion happened and then escaped through her window onto the roof. This interview was recorded on December 4, 2017.2017-12-1429 min