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Data-Driven Finance: The Financial Intelligence PodcastGretchen Rodriguez of TD Bank on Payment SystemsOur guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Gretchen Rodriguez, Head of Product for Payments at TD Bank. She approaches products with an entrepreneur’s mindset and has designed and launched products in fintech, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and identity & trust. Gretchen spent time as a Senior Product Manager and Product Owner at eBay, serves on a couple of boards, and is a product adviser to Med Fem Wellness. We talk about emerging payments and the ecosystems that support it. Topics covered include:
The way we pay for products and services is changing.
Consumer preferences and practices for on...
2025-04-0326 min
Power Skills For SuccessEp.28 Embracing Change: A Journey of Growth with Gretchen RodriguezAre you in transition, relocating to a new country, starting a new job, or embracing a new chapter in life? In this episode, we are joined by Gretchen Rodriguez from TD Bank to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with change. We explore the power of curiosity, lifelong learning, and how our experiences shape our success. Gretchen shares her journey from Cuba to the US, her passion for networking, and her commitment to helping others, especially single mothers and those entering product management.
Tune in for practical insights and inspiration on navigating life’s transitions with co...
2024-11-2934 min
The Breathing God PodcastFilled To Overflowing | Season 3, Episode 4Today is an invitation from the Lord to experience a truly transformative encounter. Take this time to rest in God's loving presence, allowing Him to fill your spirit, soul, and body to overflowing with the fullness of Christ.
Looking for more calming audio to ease anxiety and escort you into the presence of God? Check out my soaking sessions, Be Still.
2024-06-1220 minThe Breathing God PodcastRevive Me, Lord! Season 3, Episode 3We all want to live in joy and peace, to have our prayers answered, and to have all God has created us to have. But many of us don't walk in the fullness of God. Today, I unpack one of the reasons why this is so.
If you need additional help with anxiety or need something to escort you into the presence of God, consider my audio soaking sessions, Be Still.
2024-05-2818 minThe Breathing God PodcastThe Disconnect Between Heart and Mouth | Season 3, Ep. 2Do you ever struggle to connect your words with what God has done in your heart? Do you feel called to minister to others, but every time you try to encourage someone, it comes out much different than you meant it to?
Today, let's talk about how to get free from that and what ministry really looks like for ordinary people.
For more goodies, go to my website, www.GretchenRodriguez.com
2024-03-2626 minThe Breathing God PodcastGet Me OUT Of Here! | Season 3, Episode 1An episode about discovering the hidden beauty of wilderness seasons. (2-16-24)
Find additional help for anxiety in my audio soaking sessions, Be Still. https://www.gretchenrodriguez.com/help-for-anxiety
2024-02-1729 min
The Breathing God PodcastWhere Are You Going?Today, I invite you to ask the Lord a few important questions that may change your life.
2023-12-2719 min
The Breathing God PodcastCaptivated | Season 2, Ep. 21Over the years, I have learned the power of being captivated by the Lord. Looking into His eyes and letting Love hold our gaze has the power to set us free and change our lives forever.
To learn more about The Breathing God Mentorship Group, email me through my website, GretchenRodriguez.com.
2023-11-1821 min
The Breathing God PodcastPrecious Tears | Season 2, Ep. 20Today, I share a story about a very special encounter I had with the Holy Spirit. It is also an invitation to you.
2023-10-1824 min
The Breathing God PodcastThe Deeper Life | Season 2, Ep. 19Throughout the month of September, the Lord has shown me a repeated image. Countless times, especially when I’m praying for someone, I see Him kneeling before His beloved (that’s you and me) and gently blowing upon the embers of our hearts. He is awakening a passion in His bride that cannot be quenched. He invites us to walk more closely to Him and hear His whispers for ourselves.
To live from our hearts and not our heads. To be transformed in a way that ruins our desire for the lesser things of this world.
He...
2023-09-2122 min
The Breathing God PodcastLiving As God's Enclosed Garden | Season 2, Ep 18Today's episode is taken from a recent session of my mentorship group. It is beautiful, personal, holy, and an ongoing, unfolding, life-changing revelation for me.
2023-09-0455 min
The Breathing God PodcastRadical Love | Season 2, Episode 17Honestly, I'm struggling to write a description for this episode because I'm an ooey gooey mess in His glory. I'll tell you this-- if you've experienced God's radical love and want more, this episode is for you. And if He seems distant and mysterious, and you're dry and weary, this episode is for you too. ;)
2023-08-1929 min
The Breathing God PodcastWalking In Fullness Of Life | Season 2, Ep. 16"I want and I choose what better leads to the deepening of God's life in me." This quote from St. Ignatius sums up what this episode is about.
Having just returned from 8.5 days on a silent retreat, I am soooo full and cannot wait to share this episode with you.
2023-08-0527 min
The Breathing God PodcastTaking Life One Moment At A Time | Season 2 Episode 15Do you future-trip? Do you live with one foot in today and one in tomorrow? Or next week? Next year?
Or are you living in the past, constantly thinking of what was? The Lord encountered me so sweetly with a word He wants me to share with you.
Join me on Episode 15 as we talking about living with God, "The Eternal Now," one moment at a time.
Please note, this episode is best watched on YouTube because I have a visual for you. You can find the episode here: https://youtu.be/Yup5...
2023-07-2132 min
The Breathing God PodcastCatching Fresh Vision For Your Life | Rachel Faulkner-Brown | Season 2 Ep 14Today I chatted with Rachel Faulkner-Brown of Be Still Ministries and co-host of the amazing There Is More podcast. We had so much fun talking before recording that our conversation continued on this podcast. We dive into a smorgasbord of thought that centers around catching a fresh vision for our lives.
You can find her here https://www.bestillministries.net/
And don't forget to listen to the podcast here https://www.bestillministries.net/podcast
For their 8-part video-based study designed to position you for an intimate encounter with the Father's love, go...
2023-07-0734 min
The Breathing God PodcastIn The Chaos (Season 2, Ep 13)This episode is for those surrounded by chaos, afflicted by anxiety, or feeling dry and weary. God is not shocked by your emotions or confessions, and He wants to talk to you about them. He wants to heal you and set you free, not just so you can temporarily feel better but so that you can live free and release healing to others.
For help with anxiety, consider my audio soaking sessions, Be Still.
For my 5-Minute Reset on YouTube, click here.
For 2 hours of soft rain sound, click here.
2023-06-2327 min
The Breathing God PodcastBe Still— It's Soaking Time! | Episode 12In today's episode, we have a time of soaking in the presence of God.
Be Still Soaking Sessions were created to help you navigate out of stress and anxiety and back into the presence of God.
Both volumes contain two sessions (sold separately), each approximately thirty minutes long, set to soft music.
In the prophetic sessions, you will hear God's heart to encourage your soul and strengthen your spirit. In the prayer sessions, your spirit will rise in faith and hope, as you reconnect with the tru...
2023-06-0915 min
Ikigai CuriousEp 8 (Español) - Octavio Loyola-González, Executive Manager and Head of AI at Stratesys, and PhD in Computer ScienceHoy Gretchen habla con Octavio Loyola-González.
Octavio lleva unos 20 años en el mundo de la inteligencia artificial. Aunque le apasiona la investigación y la docencia universitaria, estos últimos años se ha enfocado en ayudar a empresas a entender y utilizar los avances en inteligencia artificial. Esta tecnología ya hace tiempo que llegó a ser lo suficientemente madura como para tener aplicaciones muy importantes en el mundo empresarial. Esto lo tienen claro las BigTech y otras empresas tecnológicas punteras, pero no necesariamente empresas en todos los ámbitos. Octavio lleva ya un tie...
2023-06-0850 min
The Breathing God PodcastLiving From Realms of Power | Special Guest (Ep 11/Season 2)Today I bring a powerful friend on the podcast. I met Annette Biggers when we lived in Redding, CA, and the anointing of this woman, entrepreneur, creative, and minister impacts me every time we chat. I believe you will find yourself rising to new levels of glory as you listen to what she has to share today.
You can find Annette here:
https://www.dovecreekfilms.com/
https://www.annettebiggers.com/
For my audio-soaking sessions that help escort you out of anxiety and into the presence...
2023-05-2632 minIkigai CuriousEp. 7 (English) - Tony Beltramelli, Co-founder & CEO UizardWe fell in love with Uizard about nine months ago.
Uizard is an AI-enabled design tool for non-designers. It allows you to design great mockups, prototypes, websites, and generally interfaces in minutes. Even if you have no design experience. A couple of the coolest features are: its ability to turn a sketch you made on a napkin onto a beautiful digital design, and one that they are just rolling out called Autodesigner that converts text to design.
After using Uizard for a couple of months, we included the company in a long-form paper that we wrot...
2023-05-2340 min
The Breathing God PodcastA Time Of Encounter | What Do You See? | Ep 10, Season 2Today, I lead you into an encounter with the Lord who has a gift for you! Come see what it is and let His love enable you to see clearly.
2023-05-1317 minIkigai CuriousEp. 6 (English) - Thaisa Fernandes, Product & Program Manager Guru and Podcaster (Latinx in Power)Our guest today is Thaisa Fernandes, originally from Brazil, and living in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2019.
She is a designer, turned product and program manager and podcaster, that has crafted her career to always work in projects and companies that she is passionate about. The saying, “love what you do, and do what you love” fits her perfectly.
You will find this episode filled with small and big personal stories, and a better understanding on how to just follow your path in life.
Enjoy your time with Gretchen and Thais!
2023-05-1044 min
The Breathing God PodcastBecoming Who You Were Created To Be | Season 2 Ep 9Today, Karen McAdams and I talk about getting free from false identities and shame so we can be who our Father created us to be. Stay tuned to the end when Karen leads us into a powerful encounter with Jesus.
You can find Karen on Instagram here:
@KarenMcadams1111
@bestillministries
To learn more about her 8 week video-based bible study designed to position women for an intimate encounter with the Father’s heart, go here:
www.fathershousestudy.com
Here's more about Karen:
How do...
2023-04-2842 minIkigai CuriousEp. 5 (English) - Luciana Reznik, Serial Entrepreneur, Forbes 30 under 30, Trailblazer in Digital and Distributed TechnologiesHello and welcome to today's conversation with Luciana Reznik. She is a successful serial entrepreneur and "Forbes 30 under 30" recipient. She grew her first company, Wolox, a digital transformation strategy, design and development firm, to over 400 employees with a strong regional presence across Latin America and the US. After selling it to Accenture, and a short-lived break, she went back to work, and launched her new company - Cedalio - last year in the decentralized storage space.
In her conversation with Trish, she gives us some great insights around the need and power of creating flexible abstraction layers t...
2023-04-2747 minIkigai CuriousEp 4. (Español) - Ximena Muñoz, Directora del Instituto de Design Thinking en EspañaBienvenidos a esta entrevista con Ximena Muñoz, Directora del Instituto de Design Thinking en España. Ximena es una experta en el campo del Design Thinking, con años de experiencia en el diseño de soluciones creativas e innovadoras para resolver problemas complejos. Su trabajo ha sido reconocido alrededor del mundo y ha ayudado a muchas empresas y organizaciones a mejorar su enfoque de diseño y a obtener resultados más efectivos.
A lo largo de su carrera, Ximena ha trabajado con empresas de diferentes tamaños y sectores, en proyectos que van...
2023-04-1440 min
2023-04-1426 min
The Breathing God PodcastReleasing Heaven w/ Chuck Maher (Season 2 Ep 7)Today's conversation is going to stir your heart! My friend, Chuck Maher, joins me to talk about releasing heaven into the hearts around us. The more we get to know the One who is Love, the more we want to walk in partnership with Him.
Chuck is a husband, dad, speaker, author, revivalist and a prophetic voice. In the early 1990’s he was dramatically impacted by an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Eastern Canada. Since that time, his life has been marked by hunger for God and a ministry that puts the love an...
2023-03-3138 min
Help Club for MomsSpecial Episode: Encouragement for Weary Moms with Gretchen RodriguezAre you weary, Mama? God sees you, dear one. You are very important to Him and He cares about every detail of your life. Join Deb with special guest, Gretchen Rodriguez for a life-giving podcast, especially for the weary mom. “Stop striving and know that I am God..." Psalm 46:10a NASBClick HERE to connect with Gretchen.
2023-03-3136 minIkigai CuriousEp. 3 (English) - David True, FinTech Guru, Payments Geek and Broadly CuriousToday Trish has the opportunity to chat with David True. He is a self-described "Fintech Geek, and Payments Guru", with over 25 years of experience in the industry. He has his own payments consulting firm - Paygility, is the President of NYPay, a payments association based in NYC, and advises and mentors numerous companies and startups.
In reality, both David and Trish are FinTech and Payments geeks, and correspondingly, they have a jolly good time "geeking out" together, something that they do on a regular basis. They talk about David's experience working at AmEx, and how it was...
2023-03-3139 minIkigai CuriousEp. 2 (Español) - De qué hablamos en este podcast? Si te interesa crear experiencias digitales, aprender sobre las últimas tecnologías y su impacto en la conducta humana - este podcast es para ti!Somos dos mujeres - Gretchen Rodriguez and Trish Burgess - con experiencia creando y lanzando productos digitales en las áreas de comercio digital, FinTech e identidad digital.
Si te interesa crear experiencias digitales centradas en el usuario, crear comunidades digitales, desarrollar en Web3 y blockchain, y entender las aplicaciones de la inteligencia artificial... - este podcast es para ti!
Por supuesto, si encontramos gente, compañías, o tecnologías interesantes y disruptivas fuera de esas área, también las cubriremos!
Esperamos lanzar un episodio nuevo cada dos semanas, que serán de unos 30 minutos...
2023-03-3007 minIkigai CuriousEp. 1 (English) - What is this podcast all about? If you are interested in building great digital experiences, the latest technologies and how they can impact human behavior - this podcast is for you!We are two women - Gretchen Rodriguez and Trish Burgess - with deep experience in building, launching and growing digital products, specially in the eCommerce, FinTech and digital identity spaces.
If you are interested in creating digital experiences that will benefit the person using them, building communities, the creator and gig economies, Web3, blockchain, AI or how diversity enriches products - this podcast is for you.
Of course, if we find people or companies or technologies outside of these areas that are creating waves, and that we find intriguing, we will also tackle those!
2023-03-3005 min
The Breathing God PodcastJust breathe. (Season 2, Ep 6)We’ve become so addicted to mental stimulation and busyness that we don’t realize how distracted we are until we try to settle down and exhale. We are constantly going. Planning. Working. Shopping. Scrolling. Inhaling every tidbit of information thrown at us through social media, online searches, and news. Today, the Lord invites you to exhale with Him.
2023-03-1729 min
The Breathing God PodcastThe Power of Your Desire (Season 2, Ep 5)Today, we walk through an encounter with the Living Flame, and discover that our desire, whether strong or weak, captures God's heart.
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2023-03-0327 min
The Breathing God PodcastGod Wants To Revive YOUR heart! (Season 2 Ep 4)Today I talk about the Asbury College revival meetings and the desire of God to revive every heart with Love's awakening kiss.
If this episode has been a blessing to you, please consider downloading it and subscribing to this channel.
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#asburyrevival #asburycollege #contemplation #whatisrevival #awakenedbylove #thepowerofhungryhearts #gretchenrodriguez #humility #spiritualhunger
2023-02-1721 min
The Breathing God PodcastWhen Our Eyes Adjust to the Light (Season 2 Ep 3)Today we chat a bit about the vision I shared a couple of episodes ago about stepping into the Light. Everything looks difference once our eyes adjust to the brightness. We see things we never knew were there before. And we find that even in the darkness, God never left our side.
2023-02-0223 min
The Breathing God PodcastThe Biochemistry of Spending Time With God/ Dr. Johnnett Thatcher (Season 2, Ep. 2)I'm thrilled to bring Dr. Johnnett Thatcher into the conversation today, discussing what happens scientifically when we spend time with God. The episode is filled with practical ways to dial down into peace and live the life you were created to live.
Dr. Johnnett Thatcher is a board certified chiropractic physician and along with her husband, has over 25 years of experience. She has a passion for health and she excels as a nutritional health coach and lecturer for patients around the country.
She believes that health is a body, soul and spirit work.
Y...
2023-01-2033 min
The Breathing God PodcastEverything is ChangingThe Lord gave me a vision for His beloved bride. A door has opened to us and He is inviting us to step in, baggage and all. This is a life-transforming encounter for us that will change the way we look at everything in our lives.
2023-01-0629 min
The Breathing God PodcastDoes God Really Care? (Ep 54/Replay)On this last podcast of 2022, I share the number one most popular episode of the year, Does God Really Care? I also share a brief update regarding The Breathing God Podcast. Merry Christmas, everyone!
2022-12-2229 min
The Breathing God PodcastA Tidal Wave of Healing (Ep 53)The Lord recently took me into a vision where I saw a tidal wave of healing being released to the body of Christ. Emotional wounds, soul wounds, and places that have held trauma, are going to receive profound healing. This is a right now word that I believe will encourage your heart and usher you into the healing and freedom you've been crying out for.
2022-12-1622 min
The Breathing God PodcastA Prophetic Word Regarding Breakthrough (Ep 52)This has been strong in my heart this week. God is inviting us into a new season. For some, it has to do with natural shifts–jobs, relationships, living situations, etc. It also pertains to a new depth of intimacy with the Lord. Whether you have felt stuck in the mundaneness of life, been overwhelmed with busyness, or are in a time of comfort and peace, this word is for you. Come, turn aside to see what the Lord wants to say to you.
If you'd like to say thank you with a financial gift, you can cl...
2022-12-0825 min
The Breathing God PodcastThe Father's Invitation (Ep 51)God is inviting you into a rhythm of life that transforms you at the deepest level. When I accepted this invitation from the Father, it literally changed my life, and I believe it will change yours too.
Contact me through my website, GretchenRodriguez.com to be placed on the waiting list for my mentorship course.
2022-12-0227 min
The Breathing God PodcastHealing Emotional Pain with Laura Duncan (Ep. 50/Replay)This is one of the longest episodes I've done but it is so good! I could have talked to my guest, Laura Duncan, for hours about connecting to our hearts, showing ourselves compassion, and healing emotional pain. I hope you will be as blessed as I was. Laura Duncan is a life consultant out of Redding, California. She is passionate about helping people heal from emotional pain through the art of self compassion. Through workshops, retreats, and one-on-one appointments, Laura teaches people the tools they need to work through their triggers and connect with their hearts. Her goal is t...
2022-11-2556 min
The Breathing God PodcastA one-minute de-stressor. (Ep. 49)Today I share an easy and powerful tool that tunes you back into God's presence where He offers perfect peace. This is something you can do throughout the day to help you de-stress. I think you'll love it!
For the song I mentioned, click here.
Here are the examples I give in this episode.
Ex. 1
IN: I love you.
OUT: You love me.
IN: I love you.
OUT: You love me.
Ex. 2
IN: You are here.
OUT: And you love me.
IN: You are...
2022-11-1925 min
The Breathing God PodcastFinding His face in the darkness. (Ep 48)This is part two of living in face-to-face relationship with the Lord. Through an encounter in Exodus ch. 33, I was ushered into a new understanding of the power of His presence in the midst of darkness. I pray this episode will be a blessing to you!
2022-11-1123 min
The Breathing God PodcastLiving face-to-face with God. (Ep 47)Recently, I've been drawn to an old Don Potter song, "Show me your face, Lord," and He has recked me in the best possible way. I believe the Lord is inviting us into a lifestyle of living face-to-face. Let's talk about that today!
If you'd like to worship with the Upperroom's incredible version of the song, here is the link: Show me your face, Lord.
2022-11-0522 min
The Breathing God PodcastBreaking Free From ReligionIs love leading your relationship with God or is something else? Let's talk about how religion has snuck into a relationship that is meant to be beautiful, meaningful, and freeing. Let's break free from religion in a way we may not have known we needed to.
2022-10-2827 min
The Breathing God PodcastIt's time to be free from fear! (Ep 46)Today, Gretchen leads you through an encounter that unlocks that chains of fear and anxiety.
2022-10-2129 minThe Breathing God PodcastHow to live in peace. An encounter. (Ep 45)In this episode, we encounter the Lord together so that He can do a deeper work of healing in our hearts.
2022-10-1429 min
The Breathing God PodcastGod's Coming To Your Rescue! (Ep 44)We all get tempted with fear, worry, and stress. Perhaps, like me, you get tempted to FIX the things (or people) that feel out of control. However, the Lord wants us free from carrying the heavy burden of trying to be a rescuer because He is the TRUE RESCUER! Today, I unpack an encounter I had with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one of the most powerful encounters I've ever had. Love is running to YOU today to rescue you and set your heart free!
2022-10-0723 min
The Breathing God PodcastHELP! I'm stuck in my head. (Ep 43)If your mind has been running on a "hamster's wheel," you've been distracted, overly busy (physically OR mentally), or discouraged, this episode is for you.
For more help navigating OUT of anxiety and stress, check out my one hour prophetic and prayer soaking sessions, here:
Be Still
If this episode has been a blessing to you, please consider sharing it and/or leaving a review.
2022-09-2926 min
The Breathing God PodcastWhen the storms of life rage. (Ep 42)Today I share two visions the Lord gave me to encourage you. The first has to do with finding hope when the storms of life are raging. The second vision has to do with the people in our lives who have been heavy on our heart. I believe this session is going to help bring a fresh perspective to what you're going through.
2022-09-2229 min
The Breathing God PodcastStep into the Light (Ep 41)The Lord gave me a prophetic picture for those who are sitting in the darkness of turmoil, waiting for the Lord to come through. Take a good look at the podcast photo for this episode and then join me as I share what He showed me. I believe it will encourage your heart.
2022-09-1415 min
The Breathing God PodcastStruggling to believe? (Ep 40)I saw the Lord erasing our boundary lines concerning faith. He is about to WOW us and do things we wanted to believe He’d do but were scared to fully believe because we didn’t want to be disappointed. We are about to rise to a new level of faith because of His great love!
Join me today as we dive into this prophetic word and talk about our real struggles with faith.
2022-09-0718 min
The Breathing God PodcastWhen you're going through the fire. A prophetic word. (Ep 39)The Lord gave me two visions for those who are going through the fires of adversity. Join me today as I share God's heart with you.
If you know someone who may be blessed by this episode, please share it with them. And if you've been encouraged, please consider leaving a review. You can find other resources or sign up for my encouraging emails at https://www.gretchenrodriguez.com/ .
2022-08-3125 min
The Breathing God PodcastWho do you say that I am? (An encounter. Ep 38)Right there, in the center of your being, is the Lord. He is in you and you are in Him. You are the merging of divinity and humanity. You are a new creation in Christ and you have been created to know and experience Him. Today, I lead you into the Word and as you engage with it, you will encounter the Lord's holiness, beauty, love and reality.
2022-08-2424 min
The Breathing God PodcastA Full Life (Ep 37)We all want a full life, saturated and overflowing with all God has for us. Today, I unpack what the Lord spoke to my heart for us. He is inviting us into a life so full that we drip with Him wherever we go.
2022-08-1727 min
There is MoreCords of Kindness - Gretchen RodriguezGretchen Rodriguez has quite the story. From the child of a teen mom and a drug dealer to an author of multiple books and devotionals including Loved and The Vision, Gretchen's story will inspire you to enjoy the presence of God and to truly be still.
Learn more about Gretchen: https://www.gretchenrodriguez.com/home
Explore Gretchen's books: https://www.gretchenrodriguez.com/store
Contact Us: hello@bestillministries.net
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2022-08-1644 min
The Breathing God PodcastEncountering the Light of the World (Ep 36)Today, I lead you into an encounter with Jesus, the Light of the world.
2022-08-1022 min
The Breathing God PodcastLeaning in and letting go (Ep 35)Today I share a portion of a prophetic word and talk more about contemplation. One of the biggest hindrances to silent prayer (contemplation) is our minds. For most of us, it takes time and patience. Stillness comes more naturally as we practice it, and soon it becomes a home we easily return to.
2022-08-0326 min
The Breathing God PodcastContemplation—what, why & how. (Ep 34)Today I begin to unpack a little more about contemplation and how it can radically change our relationship with the Lord for the better!
2022-07-2730 minThe Breathing God PodcastHe has come as you have asked. (Ep 33)Today I share exciting personal news and lead you into the desire of God for you today.
2022-07-2028 minThe Breathing God PodcastIs something clogging your spiritual pores? (Ep 32)I had a glorious encounter with Jesus a while back. His glory was radiating through me and all that could be seen was Him. This weekend He asked me a very important question about what could dim that glory in us. Today, I unpack the encounter and what He taught me. This episode is for you!
2022-07-1328 min
The Breathing God PodcastBecoming Unshakable (Ep 31)The anointing of the Lord was heavy on me during this episode. He wants us to become unshakable because He is unshakable. Today's episode went in a completely different direction than I planned but I'm so glad that He took over.
2022-07-0619 min
The Breathing God PodcastFinding Perfect Peace (Ep 30)Perfect peace is available to all of us, regardless of our situations. Peace defies circumstances and is as close as the Spirit within us. Let's lean into the Lord today and say yes to His invitation to a lifestyle of stable, miraculous peace.
2022-06-2930 min
The Breathing God PodcastHe Restores My Soul (Ep 29)The Lord is leading all of us to a place of inner stillness that completely contradicts what's happening in the chaos around us. Join me, as I share what He put in my heart for you regarding a new level of peace that was designed to be your lifestyle. I also read two devotions from our book, I Hear His Whisper.
If you're interested in my fasting devotional, click here.
If you want help navigating out of anxiety and back into peace, please check out my soaking sessions, here.
2022-06-2224 min
The Breathing God PodcastHow To See Clearly (Ep 28)We all go through times when we cannot see, feel, or maybe even remember the truth. In this episode I share something that has helped me in these times. It has been life-changing for me and I pray it will be for you, as well.
2022-06-1522 min
The Breathing God PodcastA Prophetic Word (Ep 27)Today I share a portion of a prophetic word and also what it means when you see repeated numbers.
2022-06-0823 min
The Breathing God PodcastThe Shulamite's Journey (Ep 26)The Lord wants you to know that just one GLANCE of your worshiping eyes overwhelms His heart. If you've had trouble finding His presence, or connecting with Jesus the way you once did, I believe today is going to free your heart in a powerful and precious way.
If you need help overcoming anxiety or to have something to bring you peace during sleepless nights, check out my new audio project, BE STILL. You can find it here: BE STILL
2022-06-0131 min
The Breathing God PodcastWhen We Need Encouragement (Ep 25)We all need encouragement from time to time. Today, I discuss a very simple but helpful tool to help us encourage ourselves when we feel heavy, weary, and oppressed.
NOTE: This episode is especially important to listen to when you're NOT feeling stressed so that you can incorporate this tool right away.
Be blessed! Gretchen
2022-05-2516 min
The Breathing God PodcastAn Invitation (Ep 24)Today, I share with you what the Lord put on my heart as an invitation to you to reconnect, remember, and reprioritize.
2022-05-1821 min
The Breathing God PodcastHealing Emotional Pain with Laura Duncan (Ep 23)This is one of the longest episodes I've done but it is so good! I could have talked to my guest, Laura Duncan, for hours about connecting to our hearts, showing ourselves compassion, and healing emotional pain. I hope you will be as blessed as I was.
Laura Duncan is a life consultant out of Redding, California. She is passionate about helping people heal from emotional pain through the art of self compassion. Through workshops, retreats, and one-on-one appointments, Laura teaches people the tools they need to work through their triggers and connect with their hearts. Her...
2022-05-1156 min
The Breathing God PodcastFor The Weary One (Ep 22)Today, I want to encourage your heart. If you've been distracted, distraught, or having difficulty shaking off doubt, fear, and unbelief, this episode is for you.
2022-05-0427 minThe Breathing God PodcastA Moment To Be Still (Ep 21)Today we take a moment to "Be still and know that He is God." Join me today for a short time of prophecy, prayer, and stillness.
2022-04-2715 min
The Breathing God PodcastPositioning Ourselves for Encounter, Pt 4 (Ep 20)In this episode, my special guest, Cindy Helton, and I discuss two other methods of contemplation called branching and breath prayer. It is such a rich discussion, and at the end of the episode, Cindy leads us into a time of encounter. I believe you will be truly blessed.
About Cindy: Cindy L. Helton is host of The Daily Still Podcast - A Place to Pause. The podcast charts in the top 1% of Christian podcasts and is heard throughout the world. Each episode features a guided Christian meditation, offering room to “be still” in the midst of the...
2022-04-2035 min
The Breathing God PodcastHow to Encounter the Living Word (Ep. 19)The Word of God is a doorway that leads to encounter, and you have been invited to step through it so that it becomes alive to you in ways you didn't know possible. If reading the Bible has become boring, mundane, and religious, or if you want to experience the Living Word in a fresh way, this episode is for you.
2022-04-1322 minThe Breathing God PodcastPositioning Ourselves for Encounter, Pt. 3 / Lectio Divina (Ep. 18)Lectio Divina is the practice of encountering God through His Word. It is a beautiful and powerful way to experience Jesus as the Living Word. Henri Nouwen once said, "Silence is the home of the word. Silence gives strength and fruitfulness to the word." Join me today, as I talk about how to use Lectio Divina in our times of contemplation.
2022-04-0618 min
The Breathing God PodcastPositioning Ourselves for Encounter, Pt. 2 / Imaginative Contemplation (Ep 17)This is part 2 in a series on contemplation. Join me today, as my friend Eunice Combrink, and I discuss imaginative contemplation.
To connect with Anita Woodwell, the spiritual mentor Eunice mentions, you can email her at the address below. She can assist you in your prayer time or if you're led to do a silent retreat of any length.
AWoodwell@yahoo.com
2022-03-3043 min
The Breathing God PodcastPositioning Ourselves for Encounter, Part 1 (Ep 16)In this episode I dive into the subject of contemplation, which is one way we position our hearts to encounter God. Regardless of who you are or where you are in your walk with the Lord, you can encounter Him!
This is set to be a three-part series.
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2022-03-2320 min
The Breathing God PodcastSpecial guest, Liz Wright One encounter with Jesus changes everything. (episode 15)It is my absolute joy and privilege to share this uplifting conversation with Liz Wright. You are going to be so encouraged by the two testimonies she shares of encountering Jesus. I truly believe that your faith for life-changing encounters of your own will explode after hearing this episode.
About Liz.
Since her physical visitation from Jesus Christ over 20 years ago, Liz Wright has helped thousands of people learn how to connect with God, how to experience Jesus, and live in union with Him.
To learn more about Liz, enjoy some of her...
2022-03-1635 minThe Breathing God PodcastFinding God, Right Now (Ep 14)Today we talk about one of the ways you may be hearing or sensing God without realizing it. I also share a word of encouragement from Jesus that is vital for every one of us, regardless of the season we're in.
To see the prophetic picture I talk about in this episode, go here:
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=362511859212955&set=a.125804082883735
2022-03-0922 minThe Breathing God PodcastA Time of Encounter (Ep 13)Get comfortable and set aside distractions; we're going to encounter the Lord together.
If this podcast has been a blessing to you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing. You may also sow into this ministry, as the Lord leads you, by visiting my website. https://www.gretchenrodriguez.com/general-4
2022-03-0225 minThe Breathing God PodcastSpecial guest, Theresa Dedmon. Meeting God in creativity. (Ep 12)I am so excited about this chat with my friend, Theresa Dedmon. When you see artists painting on stage all over the world, it is because this woman, prompted by the Holy Spirit, initiated it. Join us as we discuss the beauty, intimacy, and value of creating with our Creator. Today's episode is going to encourage the creatives and reawaken the dreams of others. It's time to create!
To connect with Theresa, please visit her website: TheresaDedmon.com
2022-02-2329 min
Live Your Best Life with Liz WrightThe Way to Peace with Gretchen Rodriguez (99)Be still and know that He is God. Liz has a profound conversation with author Gretchen Rodriguez, who shares keys for preserving your connection with the Father. The connection we have to His presence is our greatest priority and preserving it is the most important thing we can do in our lives. Today, there is an invitation for you to experience Jesus anew. It is an ongoing revelation of His truth and light in our lives. Jesus longs to take us to higher places. Get still on the inside, and open your heart up to Him.
2022-02-2130 min
The Breathing God PodcastHealing for Anxiety. (Ep 11)Today, we go into the presence of God together. I also share an encounter that will help navigate you out of anxiety, fear, and lies of the enemy. Sit back and relax as you engage your heart with the love of God. This is going to be an episode you'll want to listen to more than once.
Please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast.
You can find more goodies at GretchenRodriguez.com.
2022-02-1619 min
The Breathing God PodcastKeep standing! A word from the Lord. (Ep 10)If you have been feeling worn out and weary, the Lord wants to encourage you today. Whether you have been standing and believing for breakthrough for days or years, this word is for you. Be strengthened today, as I share God's heart with you.
If this podcast has been a blessing to you, please consider subscribing, reviewing, and sharing. If you need help navigating that, feel free to email me through my website: www.GretchenRodriguez.com
2022-02-0927 min
The Breathing God PodcastSpecial Guest, Blake Healy, The Graveyard of Jesus' Dreams (Ep 9)I am so excited about this week's guest, Blake Healy. He is currently the director of the Bethel Atlanta School of Supernatural Ministry and is part of the Senior team at Bethel Atlanta. Blake has been able to see both angels and demons from a very young age. Though this gift has had its ups and downs, the message that he carries through it is one of love and intimacy with Jesus.
In today's episode, we discuss one of my favorite encounters that Blake had when Jesus showed him a graveyard of His dreams. It is both...
2022-02-0232 min
The Breathing God PodcastHealing For Brokenness (Ep 8)The Lord has a word of hope for you today. He is coming into every broken place of your heart and doing a miraculous work of healing. He is doing a work of Kintsugi in your life and making you stronger and more beautiful than ever before.
To see the photo mentioned in this podcast, see this episode's podcast art.
Special thanks to: Unbroken, Human Kintsugi
2022-01-2615 min
The Breathing God PodcastIt's Time To Get Your Peace Back (Ep 7)Today's episode was taken from a LIVE Facebook event I did on my author page. Have you ever been so bombarded by thoughts that you can't find your peace? Both truth and lies are after one thing--your heart. Join Gretchen as she walks you through practical ways to stop those spiraling thoughts, guard your heart, and get your peace back.
To purchase The Encounter devotional mentioned in this podcast, go here: THE ENCOUNTER
2022-01-1937 minThe Breathing God PodcastAn Encounter With The King (Ep 6)You were created to feel God's love, to encounter Him, and to know Him. You are not insignificant or overlooked by Him. In today's podcast we will enter into a vision of the Lord's incredible love for you and where you fit in the grandeur of creation. Open your heart to encounter the love of God in a fresh new way!
2022-01-1222 minThe Breathing God PodcastA Prophetic Vision of Strength and Stability (Ep 5)When I was praying for you, the Lord took me into a prophetic vision that I know will encourage you. God hears you and He is releasing wisdom so that you can walk in strength and stability that has nothing to do with the state of the world.
2022-01-0513 minThe Breathing God PodcastWhen God is Silent (Ep 4)How do we handle those seasons when it seems God isn't speaking? What do we do when God is silent? In today's episode, we will take a look at how Moses handled it and we'll discover the hidden purposes of silent seasons. Plus, I'll share a simple but powerful tool to help you quiet your mind so that you can hear from God.
2021-12-2920 min
The Breathing God PodcastSpecial Guest, Dr. Brian Simmons (Ep 3)Today, Brian Simmons and I discuss one of my favorite books of the Bible, Song of Songs. Please note that there are audio issues when Brian and I share the mic. The majority of the message has clear sound. I am learning a new program and apologize for the error.
DR. BRIAN SIMMONS is the lead translator of The Passion Translation®. The Passion Translation (TPT) is a heart-level translation that uses Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic manuscripts to express God's fiery heart of love to this generation, merging the emotion and life-changing truth of God's Word. The hope f...
2021-12-2235 minThe Breathing God PodcastWhat's Blocking Your View? (Ep 2)When Jesus died on the cross, the veil of separation was torn and the invitation to live face-to-face with God was given. However, even though the veil has been removed, we don't always live that way. We aren't consistently enjoying this unobstructed view of Him because, without meaning to, we throw veils between us and the Lord by what we think about. This leads to a wrong perspective of our circumstances, ourselves, and our God.
Join me today, as I share the importance of perspective, the power of our thoughts, and how to disengage with the pressure...
2021-12-1522 minThe Breathing God PodcastDoes God Really Care? (Ep 1)Have you ever wanted to give God your pain but if you're honest, you don't fully believe that He cares about it as much as you do? Maybe He doesn't love the person who you're worried about, as much as you do. Maybe your doubt and fear have pushed Him away. Maybe He doesn't really care about what you're going through. These were some of my thoughts when I was going through a traumatic experience.
One thing I’ve learned is that God wants to process our tough emotions with us. He isn't afraid of our humanity. Joi...
2021-12-0826 min
The Breathing God PodcastIntroducing: The Breathing God PodcastJoin author, Gretchen Rodriguez, as she shares her heart for starting this podcast. Get ready to discover the beauty of intimacy with Jesus and the wonder of Breathing God.
To connect with Gretchen, find free resources, or browse her published devotionals, go to www.GretchenRodriguez.com
2021-11-3004 min
Healing Rain with Sue DetweilerEpisode 100! Encountering Jesus with Gretchen RodriguezDo you desire to enounter Jesus? Do you hunger and thirst for His presence in your life? Do you want to abide with Him and be his friend. Author Gretchen Rodriguez will lead you and your journey of goind deeper with Jesus. We are celebrating 100 episode of Healing Rain! Get your free gift of 5 Steps of Grace: A Journey Guide to Freedom. Text the word "Encouragement" to 44222 to download 5 Steps of Grace: A Journey Guide to Freedom by Sue Detweiler To support Healing Rain Podcast Give to Life Bridge Today
2021-07-2955 min
Latinx In PowerFinding Ourselves with Alma Lopez 🇲🇽 and Gretchen Rodriguez 🇨🇺Conversation about belonging in tech and finding your voice as a Latinx. This chat is part of She’s Tech conference. She’s Tech is a movement that aims to strengthen the female presence in the technology sector through 3 pillars: inspire, engage, enable women to seek knowledge and undertake careers and technology-based businesses. Gretchen Rodriguez, a Senior Product Manager at Santander Digital in Palo Alto born in Cuba. Alma Lopes is a Product Owner at Roche who came from Mexico.
Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower
Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a m...
2021-05-2543 min
The Daily Still Podcast - Guided Christian Meditations and DevotionsThe Quiet Within - Guest Meditation by Gretchen Rodriguez (Meditation Monday Series)"The Quiet Within" is a guest meditation from author Gretchen Rodriguez. Gretchen shares an excerpt from her new book The Encounter, 40 Days of Fasting with Jesus. Gretchen has authored several devotionals alongside Brian Simmons to accompany The Passion Translation. Her heart burns with one main message: intimacy with Jesus and discovering the reality of his presence. She and her husband invested nine years as missionaries in Puerto Rico, along with their three daughters, and now make Redding, CA, their home. For more info, visit gretchenrodriguez.com.
2021-05-1008 min
Product Stories9. Navigating FinTech with Gretchen RodriguezToday’s guest is Gretchen Rodriguez, who is the Head of Product for Payments at Banco Santander. She has spent her professional career creating experiences at a global scale in the domains of e-commerce, digital transformation, and now in FinTech. She has been featured as one of the top 15 most influential Latinx Product Leaders by Product School. In today’s conversation, we talk about navigating the world of FinTech as a product manager, in a wide-ranging conversation spanning banking products, neobanks, blockchains, DeFi, and the most effective product practices for these domains.
LinkedIn: Gretchen Rodriguez
2021-04-2853 min
Latinx In PowerTransition to Product with Gretchen Rodriguez 🇨🇺Conversation with Gretchen Rodriguez, a Senior Product Manager at Santander Digital in Palo Alto. We asked her questions about her journey and role as Product Manager. We talked about establishing herself in a new country, changing careers, using frameworks like Agile that can improve your life and work, and embracing the 80/20 rule. Gretchen also shared amazing tips for folks who are transitioning to Product Management.
Gretchen was nominated as one of the Latinx Product Leaders by Product School recently. Congrats, Gretchen! ✨
Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latin...
2020-08-1135 min