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Illumination: Hebrew InsightsNames of GOD: AlmightyJoin Illumination as we begin monthly brief deep dives on God's Names in the Bible.
This month, we are unpacking the name, Almighty. In Hebrew, Shaddai, this powerful moniker speaks much into the lives of humanity.
The question stands, though, do you believe?
2026-01-2017 min
Illumination: Hebrew InsightsElohim... יהוהBeginning a monthly series on The Names of God. Short yet intended to get us each thinking about Him throughout the day. I'll begin by laying groundwork with Illumination's podcast #3.
The God of Creation has a Name... and it means something!
2026-01-1417 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsMeditate and Reflect on the Event of Christmas. 2 Christmas Devotionals.Take a few moments, sit back and meditate on two meaningful enactments of the Event 2000+ years ago that changed time and history. These devotionals written by Ken Gire, will put you into the Messiah's story during first century Israel; seeing, feeling, smelling, and observing.
Shalom and Merry Christmas.
2025-12-2324 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Incarnation in Historical ContextJoin Heather as we go back to the 1st Century to delve into the Incarnation story. Who was Caesar Augustus? How about Herod the Great? They exist both in secular and biblical history, so how does that merge?
Prophecy, Yeshua, Salvation, Miriam, Yosef.
Listen for artistic and historical renditions and compare the biblical account.
Merry Christ-mass, Friends.
2025-12-1738 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsUnto Us a Child is Born. Christmas Prophecy Fulfilled.Listen to a myriad of prophecies fulfilled simply by the conception, birth, and early months of the Messiah. Let this episode enrich your celebration of the Incarnation. Merry Christmas, Friends.
2025-12-1028 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsWaiting and Watching: AdventJoin Illumination as we unpack the season of Advent, it's history and meaning. Christmas preparation can be frenzied and frantic. Advent or “aventus” is Latin which means “arrival.” We await the arrival of the Messiah each year. Prepare your heart for the Hope, Peace, Joy and Love that awaits all who believe,
2025-12-0515 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsDig a Little Deeper: Give GenerouslyLet's spend a moment reflecting on why we give our money, time and resources. Join Illumination as we dig into scriptural references and examples of lavish and scant giving. Which are each of us?
2025-11-1920 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsSpeaking our Hearts: Good Fruit or Bad?One of our smaller body parts can get us in so much trouble: the tongue. What comes out of our mouths reveal what is in our hearts.
How can this be?
Do we speak impeccably?
Or carelessly?
Join Illumination as we explore a teaching from James (Jacob) and Jesus, with the goal of taming this little muscle!
2025-11-0418 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsShare Where you Are: Jodi's StoryJodi joins Heather again, this time to share her story of sharing the Gospel message this past summer.
If you had a captive audience, what would you say?
Are you ready with an answer?
1 Peter 3:15 Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.
2025-10-2948 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: Sukkot. His Final Dwelling Place.Join Illumination in this final feast, Sukkot.
The LORD commanded the Israelites to celebrate this moed as a lasting ordinance. Listen to traditions from the times of wandering the desert, to the 1st century, yet prophecy of future fulfillment. We can uncover this final fulfillment as we come full circle in God's story of redemption, His dwelling with humanity once again.
And who is invited? Every nation, tribe, people and language.
How will you answer?
2025-10-2030 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: May You Be Inscribed.Enter this ultimately solemn holiday as we uncover and discover Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. This feast is demarcated in great detail as the one time a year the High Priest was allowed and required to enter the Most Holy Place in the temple on behalf of the people.
Today, we have One who tore that curtain from top to bottom, as we all who believe have access. Yet one day, there will be no access. May you permanently be inscribed in The Book of Life, before it is permanently closed.
2025-10-0633 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: Sound the Trumpet!Join Illumination in the continuation of the Feasts of the LORD series. This first of the fall festivals, Yom Teruah or Rosh HaShanah focuses greatly on the Book of Life and repentance. This day also begins the 10 Days of Awe, a period of self-examination leading up to Yom Kippur.
And yet, there is messianic future fulfillment in this God ordained commemoration. Listen to past, present and future in this 5th of the 7 moedim.
2025-09-3030 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: Shavuot ... PentecostContinue to explore the 7 Feasts of the LORD. Join Heather on the 4th Feast, Shavuot, a second harvest celebration. This Shavuot contains powerful biblical fulfillment with an impactful Christian parallel in the Church day of Pentecost.
The Wind of God, His very Breath, His Spirit poured out for all who believe.
Come Lord Jesus!
2025-09-2728 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: First FruitsExperience our third feast, and though you may not have heard of it, believe me, you have! It's merely under a different name. Learn the original designation, plus God's prophetic meaning. This is the most overlooked feast, yet of paramount importance. Explore!
2025-09-2620 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts: Passover and Unleavened BreadBegin to unpack the first two Feasts of the LORD, Passover and Unleavened Bread. These moedim, appointed times, have great significance in the Bible, both Old and New Testaments, with an overarching theme of redemption.
FInd Yeshua in each as we begin to understand God's plan of redemption for humanity; what was, what is, and what is to come.
2025-09-2545 minIllumination: Hebrew Insights7 Feasts of the LORD: IntroWhat are the 7 Feasts of the LORD?
Explore what Leviticus 23 is talking about as we discover Jesus' fulfillment in 4 Feasts, yet future fulfillment in 3. This is the perfect supplement to Resurrection Sunday. The Tanakh or Hebrew Bible or Old Testament was written to point to Jesus.
Our show and tell God had and has great plans for humanity!
2025-09-2424 min
Hodge PodgeHodge Podge Thursday Sept 11th Heather Olsen turn in poaches event Eliza dl library update.Hodge Podge Thursday Sept 11th Heather Olsen turn in poaches event Eliza dl library update
2025-09-1109 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsHoly Land Itinerary April 7-17, 2026Join Illumination with Heather and Karl as we lead our first trip to the Holy Land!
This 5-star trip will explore Old and New Testament sites in the land dubbed as the Fifth Gospel. Bible characters and locations will come alive.
In conjunction with our biblical pilgrimage, Illumination will also explore foods and wines of the Land. Listen to our auditory itinerary that gives broad brush strokes of our meticulously designed trip.
Below are some of the sites included:
Caesarea Maritima
Mt Carmel
Megiddo
Magdala
Capernaum
T...
2025-09-0820 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Bible vs Biblical Womanhood, chapters 9-12Join Heather with friends, Kathy & Wendy, as they process chapters 9-12 of The Bible vs Biblical Womanhood. This segment covers troublesome translations in:
• 1 Peter 3:1-7
• 1 Timothy 2:8-15
• 1 Timothy 3
• Titus 1-2
Again, listen, look up the passages, research and pray.
God has much to teach each of us!
2025-08-271h 18Illumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Bible vs. Biblical Womanhood, chapters 5-8Join Heather with 2 more friends, Bethel and Dianne, as they unpack chapters 5-8 of Dr. Philip B. Payne's book, The Bible vs. Biblical Womanhood.
These four chapters cover the following contested biblical verses about women in ministry:
1 Corinthians 11
1 Corinthians 14:34-35
Ephesians 5:21-23
Again, listen, read, and pray. God has much to teach us all.
2025-08-2455 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Bible vs Biblical Womanhood, chapters 1-4Join Heather on Illumination with friends, Cris and Dianne, as we dig into women's roles as depicted in the Bible.
This episode illumines chapters 1-4 in Dr Philip B. Payne's book, The Bible vs. Biblical Womanhood. Dialogue as taught in the book examines troublesome passages about women in leadership, focussing specifically on:
Genesis 1:26-31
Genesis 3:16
Women in the Old Testament
Romans 16
1 Cor 7-10, 12
Pray, listen, and dig.
2025-08-201h 06
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners079: Reminders For Peak SeasonHi planners! If you're in the thick of wedding season, feeling overwhelmed, behind on emails, and struggling to find your rhythm, this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m sharing five gentle reminders I return to every year to help ground myself when the calendar is packed and the pressure is high. This isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s a quick reset to help you breathe, refocus, and keep going. Whether you’re running on caffeine or adrenaline (or both!), I hope this episode reminds you that you’re not alone an...
2025-08-2012 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Bible vs Biblical Womanhood, IntroJoin Illumination as we explore the book, The Bible vs. Biblical Womanhood.
Heather and friends share several highlights of this text by New Testament scholar, Dr. Philip B. Payne. Dr. Payne takes painstaking care to unearth cultural nuances of biblical times, tighter translations incorporating details of the time periods and scribal idiosyncrasies. Once you read this his informtaion, you can't unknow it.
This episode lays the groundwork for doctrines, parts of speech in English, and the difficulty of translating ancient languages.
Dig out your Bible and dig into his message.
2025-08-1313 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners078: So Happi Together - Nancy ParkHi planners! This week’s episode features a guest I’ve admired for years, Nancy Park of So Happi Together. Nancy is a Southern California native, a mom of four, and a powerhouse designer whose work centers on love, legacy, and joy. Together with her business partner Pae, Nancy plans heartfelt, luxury events that are full of intention and meaning. Nancy shares her journey from academia to weddings (spoiler: it started with a blog before her own wedding!), her early nonprofit work, and how a deep respect for family and culture is at the core of e...
2025-07-291h 02Illumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Evidence Doesn't Lie: EgyptJoin Illumination as Karl brings another array of archeological findings to the table. The Israelites in Egypt, though refuted by many archeologists, were actually there 3400 years ago. The evidence is compelling and the evidence doesn't lie!
2025-07-2638 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsSoul FoodBody, Mind and Soul.
We feed our bodies good food, exercise, sleep.
We feed our minds with books, classes, travel.
Are we feeding our souls? This eternal entity requires food as well.
Join Illumination on a journey for food only God can provide.
2025-07-2124 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners077: Actionable Community Over CompetitionHi Planners! In this episode of the Planner Life Podcast, I’m diving deep into a phrase we’ve all heard, “Community Over Competition”, and turning it into something real, actionable, and transformative for your planning career and life. This mindset has shaped everything from my business growth to how I show up for others, and I want the same for you. You'll hear me break down what this really means (spoiler: it’s not about playing small), why it matters so much in our industry, and how it can help you build deeper relationships, book bette...
2025-07-1815 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners076: Ali Phillips - Thinking Beyond Your MarketHi Planners! In this episode, I sit down with the vibrant and adventurous Ali Phillips, Chief Wedding Orchestrator of Engaging Events by Ali. Named one of Chicago’s top wedding planners, Ali shares her journey from a fast-paced career in trucking logistics to becoming a celebrated name in luxury and destination weddings. Ali opens up about: Her adventurous childhood that sparked a love of travel Pivoting careers at 29 after discovering wedding planning by chance The lessons learned from early years navigating the Chicago market Transitioning into the luxury and destination wedding world Her honest ad...
2025-07-0154 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsPrayer, the SequelJoin Heather, Jodi & Kristin as they continue a dialogue about prayer.
Unanswered prayer, Dayenu, ritual prayer: what is God's expectation? Unravel more thoughts about this beautiful practice of fellowship and conversation with Our Creator and Savior.
2025-07-011h 11Illumination: Hebrew InsightsYeshua's Name in NotesIllumination has a new intro and closing musical piece. It was written with biblical intention and significance. This short podcast outlines the meaning behind the music.
2025-06-2608 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners075: Rethinking Your NetworkingHi Planners! In today’s episode, I’m diving into the world of networking—but not the stiff, awkward kind that makes you want to turn the car around in the parking lot. This is all about meaningful, energizing, and actually enjoyable connections. I’m sharing how one last-minute decision to show up at a networking event led to a Martha Stewart feature and a dream client—and how shifting my mindset around networking transformed my business (and my attitude). You’ll hear about common mistakes planners make when networking, the power of preparation and follow-up, a...
2025-06-1117 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners074: Wedding Content Creation with BTS Bride, Stacey MoranHi Planners! In this episode, I sit down with Stacey Moran, the visionary founder of BTS Bride, a wedding content creation company that’s redefining how couples relive their wedding day. With a background in fashion, beauty, and social media marketing, Stacey launched BTS Bride after recognizing a gap in the wedding industry during her own wedding in 2022. Since then, her team has captured over 150 weddings and received accolades from Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, and beyond. We dive into: The origin and evolution of BTS Bride—from supporting vendors to serving couples directly What...
2025-06-0458 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners073: Workshop Recap, Template BundleHi Planners! Today, we’re diving into a special topic that I’m so excited to share – a behind-the-scenes look at the Mastering Management Workshop and why coordination is more valuable than many planners realize. If you’re looking to level up your wedding coordination services, streamline your processes, and boost your profits, this episode is for YOU. In this Episode: Why wedding coordination is a valuable service and not just a stepping stone. How coordination can improve your profitability and flexibility as a planner. Highlights from the recent Mastering Management Workshop, includin...
2025-05-2118 min
Bleeding DaylightHeather Day - Financial Freedom Through Spiritual SurrenderIf the love of money is the root of all evil, how do we develop a healthier relationship with our finances? In this illuminating episode, Rodney Olsen speaks with Heather Day, author of "Money and Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the Work of the Holy Spirit." From crushing debt to financial freedom, Heather shares her family's transformative journey that began with a desperate prayer in a restaurant parking lot. Her story reveals how financial struggles often mask deeper spiritual issues about trust, security, and self-worth.
As Director of Marketing for Barnabas Foundation, Heather helps Christians g...
2025-05-0429 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE23 Indebted for the Resurrection. A Moment with Garrett.Enter Holy Week truly understanding the magnitude of what happened this week more than 2000 years ago. Though the first day of the week seemed like a joyous procession, the days turned into travesty and tragedy. Yet, followed by the biggest miracle to date.
Join Garrett, as he shares Little Garrett's perception of what happened.
2025-04-1314 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE22 Theophany: Seeing God.Join Heather to explore the origins of Theophany and what it is in the Bible. Can we actually see God? Additionally, examine other titles for this unique phenomenon, as God prepares our hearts to one day dwell with us permanently.
2025-04-1014 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE21 If I Perish I Perish.Listen to practical lessons about life as we explore the Scroll of Esther. Concurrently, secular history and biblical history intersect in a way only God could orchestrate. Additionally, Mordecai's mandated Purim holiday is still celebrated today with great joy as the Jewish people were saved from annihilation.
God keeps His promises always.
God controls history always.
God cannot lie ever.
So many layers, so much to learn! Join me!
2025-04-0136 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners071: Green Flag vs. Red Flag InquiriesHi Planners! Recently I have been getting a lot of questions from planners about streamlining their inquiry process. The pros and cons or offering a few options or more limited options. How to suss out if the client is the right fit and so much more. It got me thinking about one of my favorite topics - the green or red flag system for evaluating if clients are a good fit for you. So today’s episode is just that. Entitled Green Flag vs Red Flag Inquiries. I’ll walk you through what this process is, ho...
2025-03-1914 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners070: LIVE from the Mastering Management Workshop - Planner Panel DiscussionHi planners! Welcome to this week’s episode. I have something special for you and I am really excited to share it. We recorded live the Planner Panel from the Mastering Management workshop. My guests are both returning to the podcast - Christine Garrison owner of CMG Events and Candice Sanders of Engaged Events. In addition to a great conversation, you can hear a bit about what the conversations are like at our workshops. If you want to learn more about Wedding Management, be sure to be on the lookout for the new Management Template Bundle launching soo...
2025-03-1255 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE20 Jesus the Messiah. More than a Man.Who is Jesus besides a really good man? He came to save, but what does that mean? How do we portray Him as the Messiah in a world of countless religions? Listen to know your scripture and who He truly is.
2025-02-2733 min
Latter-day Life Coaches218. Understanding the Difference Between Coaching and Therapy with Niki OlsenIn this episode, we dive into a conversation with Nikki Olson, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and coach, to explore the differences between therapy and coaching. Nikki shares insights from both perspectives, highlighting when therapy is essential and when coaching can be a powerful tool for personal development. She also discusses how coaching is a viable, ethical, and effective approach for many people who want to build skills, manage their mindset, and improve their lives. If you've ever wondered whether coaching or therapy is right for you—or how they complement each other—this episode is a must-listen!
2025-02-2528 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE19 Living in the GapJoin Heather as we dig into living in a world that encompasses increasing dissent, division, and hatred. What does the Bible say about living in this gap of after Jesus came, yet before he comes again? Already, Not Yet. Explore how to live as one who reflects Him rather than engaging in the mess.
2025-02-2136 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE18 The Evidence Doesn't LieJoin Heather and lay historian, Karl Olsen as they begin to unearth archaeological proofs of Bible narratives. This episode digs into the Pilate Stone, Naboth's Vineyard under King Ahaz & Jezebel, the Tel Dan Stele, and Hezekiah's Tunnel.
This is but the beginning of proofs that these people and cities/kingdoms existed!
2025-02-0755 minBleeding DaylightHeather Bradley - Facing the UnthinkableIn this powerful episode of Bleeding Daylight, Heather Bradley shares her transformative journey through the unimaginable loss of her infant son, Brennan. Facing profound grief, Heather discovered a deep spiritual renewal, turning her tragedy into a ministry of hope and healing through her work with Truth Freedom Ministry and her podcast, Leaving the Shallows.
Heather discusses how surrendering her pain to God became a catalyst for personal transformation and a mission to help others navigate their own challenging experiences. Her story illuminates the potential for spiritual growth through suffering, emphasizing that with faith, even the m...
2025-02-0228 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE17: The Practical Power of PrayerJoin Heather and two friends, Jodi & Kristin, as they discuss prayer.
Why should we pray? What does it do? What does the Bible say about prayer? This poignant dialogue opens up many topics about prayer and why it is or should be a regular practice in our lives.
2025-01-2758 min
Dial it inS3 Ep15 Marketing Mastery: A Conversation with Heather BoschkeIn this episode of the Dial It In podcast, co-hosts Trygve, Dave, and Nicole converse with Heather Boschke, a strategic marketing leader, artist, and author. Heather discusses her frustration with businesses that dismiss the need for creativity, leading to her inviting Heather, an expert in creative marketing. Heather shares her career history, her transition from corporate life to running her own fractional marketing company, Vogel Ventures, and her book series 'Little Birdie Buddies.' The conversation covers topics such as the significance of creativity in business, the importance of having a solid marketing strategy and key messaging, understanding and...
2025-01-1653 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Hebrew Letter "Shin."Listen to a quick explanation of my logo, the Hebrew letter "shin." Though strangely, it looks like the letter "W," it's meaning is so much more! Learn your first Hebrew letter and the name of God it stands for!
2025-01-1406 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsWhat's In a Name: Quirky Biblical Translations (RV)Join me as we explore 4 Hebrew people in the New Testament whose names are translated perplexingly: Mary Magdalene, Judas Iscariot, James, Saul/Paul. Once you know information you can't unknow it right?
Look up the Scripture references to verify their validity. And enjoy listening!
2025-01-1135 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE15: What's In a Name?Explore 4 New Testament people with uniquely translated names. What do you think and where do we go from here?
2025-01-0835 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners064: That's A Wrap on 2024Hello & Happy Holidays! It is with so much gratitude that I share the final podcast episode of 2024. As we close out this incredible year together, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the wins, the lessons, and the moments that shaped this year. So when I look back at these last 12 months, they were definitely a journey. A journey filled with highs and lows. A journey where I, of course, had this idea and these goals of what my year would look like. And like most years, it wasn't even close. And in so many w...
2024-12-1909 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsJourney to Jesus: Ron's StoryJoin my friend Ron Tjalkens and I as we discuss his journey from atheism to meeting Jesus.
2024-12-0934 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Wedding at Cana. Signs of the New Covenant.Explore this popular first miracle in the Gospels and discover the New Covenant written all over it!
2024-11-3027 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe New Covenant. Covenants of God. Covenants of the Bible. Chasing the Seed.Join me as we not only wrap up our covenant series, but explore the Ultimate Covenant - The New Covenant. The prophesied of old. God has sent His Rescue Plan ... Our response? Receive or Reject.
2024-11-2432 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsDavidic Covenant. Covenants of God. Covenants of the Bible. Chasing the Seed.Join me as we Chase the Seed, or trace the Messiah through King David's house בית "bayit." This unconditional Davidic Covenant assures us of God's Promises and the messianic hope we can claim!
2024-11-0427 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsMosaic Covenant. Covenants of the Bible. Covenants of God. Chasing the Seed.Continue with me on our covenantal journey, this time to the base of Mount Sinai where God cut a covenant with Moses and the Israelites. This is a unique one, different from the rest. As always, we continue to see God's Show and Tell, as He refines His chosen people with promises for a Rescue.
2024-11-0333 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners060: Exciting AnnouncementsHi Planners, Heather here to share some exciting updates about Planner Life Academy, in this episode, I am reflecting on the past 12 years and announcing a new website that better represents my goals as an educator and mentor. I am excited to introduce four new focused workshops planned for 2025, aimed at helping wedding planners improve their skills and business practices. The new format allows for deeper exploration of essential topics, fostering community growth and support among planners. Give this qucik episode a listen and then check out the NEW plannerlifeacademy.com.
2024-10-1606 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsAbrahamic Covenant. Covenants of the Bible. Covenants of God. Chasing the Seed.Discover our third covenant, God's calling of Abram. Adonai promised many things to Abram: Land, a Seed, The Seed, Descendants, Blessing. Listen and discover nuances of more Hebrew words, and the longevity of God's Promises.
2024-09-2735 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsHesed & Shalom. What do they mean and why should I know them?Explore 2 of the most frequent Hebrew adjectives in the Bible together with their importance.
2024-09-2518 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsNoahic Covenant. Covenants of the Bible. Covenants of God. Chasing the Seed.Continue on our covenantal journey. If God says He will never do something again, never is a long time. Explore Noah's obedience as he was one of the few who walked with God. What everlasting promise did God make? Explore the sons of Noah, and why they are named in the order they are. Which line traces the Seed? Lots of information as we continue to follow the Rescuer.
2024-08-2924 min
Illumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Adamic Covenant. Covenants of the Bible. Covenants of God. Chasing the Seed.Explore the Bible and many covenants that God made with humanity. These covenants are Eternal Promises from a Sovereign God. What does this mean? Explore what a covenant is, why covenants are important, and the beginning of the need for the Seed. The Adamic Covenant ensures that there is a Rescue Plan after the mortal mistake of the first couple. Listen and discover the path to Hope!!
2024-08-2929 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners054: Ask Me Anything with KarenHeather and Karen are back again with an Ask Me Anything episode answering your most pressing questions. In this episode we answer the following questions from planners: My 2024 season has been so weird. How can I try to have a better 2025? What do you think the best part time job is while I am building my new business? I see people getting invited to all of these events, but I never seem to make the list. How do I change that to be included? Do you think it’s okay to offer discounts? I have increased my...
2024-08-2155 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners051: Ashley & Renee of Baciare EventsIn this episode, Heather is joined by Ashley Saffer and Renée Sabo, the founding partners and creative directors of Baciare Events. Baciare Events, (pronounced Buh-CHAR-Eh), is a premier planning and design firm dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences. Through strategic planning, renowned creative designs, and concierge style service, Ashley and Renee are based in New England and always passport ready. Their experience with sought after destinations and connections to talented vendors around the world allowed them to take their clients on an unforgettable planning journey and produce one of a kind milestone celebrations and events. Re...
2024-07-2458 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsThe Bible, What Have We Got Here?Explore facts about the actual book, the Bible, nuances of translations, and different names of the Scriptures.
2024-06-2119 minIllumination: Hebrew InsightsE1 Who Am I & Why Am I Doing This?This intro episode introduces Heather Olsen, and why she is recording a podcast about the Bible! Join this dynamic teacher in creating a love of an ancient book, an ancient people, in an ancient culture. And yet... it pertains to us all today!
2024-06-1914 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners046: Lesley Brickman of The One GownToday's guest is Lesley Brickman of The One Gown based in Southern California. Lesley is a luxury bridal stylist who is committed to helping her clients look and feel their best for life's most special moments. She works with clients across the globe to define, refine, and execute their vision for their day. Lesley's mission is to educate, empower, and serve her clients, always leading with joy. And an absolute joy she is to work with and have on your team. I have now worked with Lesley on two weddings and had very different clients, b...
2024-06-1951 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners044: Holding It InHi planners, in this episode, I am sharing a very personal story about loss and how timing of life can be really challenging in the wedding industry. How heartbreak and loss happens when it's least expected and often least convenient. How pushing through your own feelings for what is best for your clients is SO HARD and not something I have ever really heard anyone talk about. Please enjoy this brief episode to acknowledge how sometimes you have to hold it all in and you are not alone. Thank you for listening. In loving memory o...
2024-06-0616 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners041: Ask Me Anything with Heather & KarenOn today’s episode, Heather & Karen from Blissfully Styled sit down to answer submitted questions from the Planner Life Community. A little bit about the guest co-host today- Karen Sieger owner of Blissfully Styled. Karen is a genuine empath and always game for a celebration. There's nothing Karen loves more than immersing herself in event planning and designing. She is an advocate for her couples, infusing positivity, creating elegant designs obsessing over the tiniest of details. Her mission is to create blissful planning and wedding day experience for her couples and vendor friends alike. These Ask...
2024-05-0857 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners040: Steven Greitzer of ProvenanceOn today's episode, Heather Hoesch Olsen, interviews Steven Greitzer, who is the founder and CEO of Provenance. After officiating weddings for years and feeling frustrated and shocked by the lack of resources for couples and their first time officiants, he founded Provenance in 2021 to modernize ceremony design. Today, tens of thousands of wedding planners, couples, officiants, bridal party, and other toast givers used Provenance's suite of tools to craft meaningful and personalized wedding ceremony scripts, vows, and toasts for modern day weddings. In this episode, they talk about Stephen's entrepreneurial journey, his experience in tech, an...
2024-05-0146 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners039: Jeannie Savage of Details DetailsOn today's episode, Heather Hoesch Olsen, interviews Jeannie Young Savage, owner of Details Details. Jeannie has established a reputation of excellent event management and producing original, fresh, and innovative design concepts. With two bachelor's of arts degrees from the University of California Irvine, and over 10 years of hospitality experience, she provides an insider's approach to assembling and managing vendors. Jeannie's creativity and impeccable taste continue to produce elegant, extraordinary, and unforgettable events. With meticulous planning and a passion for perfection, she delivers results that are full of color, texture, and imagination. In this conversation, we...
2024-04-2552 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners038: Shannon Pruitt of Sunday Muse DesignIn this episode, Heather Hoesch Olsen, interviews Shannon from Sunday Muse Design, a web designer specializing in working with wedding professionals. Shannon shares her journey from a background in wedding planning to becoming a web designer. The discussion highlights the importance of having a strategic approach to website design, understanding ideal clients, and incorporating SEO. Topics in their conversation include: The Importance of a Strategic Website Working with New Clients Strategic Planning for New Businesses Setting Clients Up for Success Choosing the Right Platform Ensuring SEO Implementation Heather and Shannon wrap up the conversation by discussing the...
2024-04-1749 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners037: My Wild Wedding StoryHi Planners! Heather is joined by her husband, Jeff Olsen for a personal espisode where they share their story. From their first date, to planning the proposal and how they two had similar challenges to so many of Heather's clients. Listen as they share their planning experience, their roles in planning and how they were not at all prepared for the plot twist that happend just two days before their wedding. How this last minute change in venue was less than ideal and how the indcredible team handled it so incredibly well. Spoiler alert- it was a happy ending...
2024-04-101h 07
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners036: Nora Sheils of Bridal Bliss & Rock Paper CoinHey planners! In today’s episode, Nora Sheils of Bridal Bliss and Rock Paper Coin joins Heather for a candid conversation on her story, percentage pricing and creating a system to make planners and client’s lives easier. Listen in as she shares how she and her team made the shift to percentage based pricing and never looked back. Plus, you’ll even hear about the inspiration behind her brand Rock Paper Coin that has created an easy to use platform for invoicing in the wedding industry, and the importance of choosing the right tech for your weddin...
2024-04-0347 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners035: Welcome to the Next ChapterThe Planner Life Podcast is officially back! As we dive back into this podcast, I want to bring you behind the scenes in what has been happening personally and within the Planner Life brand! Listen in as I give you all the details and highlight what you can expect from the Planner Life Podcast! Thank you to each and every one of you who reached out and asked for this podcast to come back! If it wasn’t for you, this episode and the episodes to come wouldn’t have happened. Join me each week! Subs...
2024-04-0306 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersWelcome Back to The Planner Life!The Planner Life Podcast, your go-to destination for all things wedding planning and business mastery. Hosted by Heather Hoesch Olsen, a highly experienced wedding planner, industry educator, and your professional friend in the world of weddings. Join Heather every week as she shares her wealth of knowledge and experience gained from over two decades in the wedding industry. With a passion for crafting unforgettable moments and a keen eye for detail, Heather's journey has taken her through every facet of wedding planning imaginable. From intimate gatherings to lavish affairs, from budget-conscious ceremonies to extravagant celebrations, Heather has...
2024-03-2701 min
The Hero Within Karen HallHow to Strengthen Your Marriage As A Special Needs Parent; Reflections from Heather Ash Burroughs, Autism AdvocateSend us a textHi!I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.Today I reflect on my visit with Heather Ash Burroughs and how to strengthen your marriage with the many challenges as a special needs parent. As a bonus, I share a few of the lessons I've learned in my own marriage. If you haven't listened to Part 1, 2 and 3, click here and hear how Heather advocated for her daughter, Devyn, and won her case with the US Dept of Justice. Heather...
2023-06-0214 minThe Hero Within Karen HallStand Up and Speak Out Part 3 with Heather Ash Burroughs, Autism and Special Needs AdvocateSend us a textHi!I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.We continue with our guest, my new friend, Heather Ash Burroughs.If you haven't listened to Part 1 and Part 2, click here and hear how Heather followed in her father's footsteps to become a school psychologist and advocated for her daughter, Devyn, and won her case with the US Dept of Justice. Heather and Homesteads for Hope help support, teach skills, and provide hope for...
2023-05-2620 minThe Hero Within Karen HallStand Up and Speak Out Part 2 with Heather Ash Burroughs, Autism and Special Needs AdvocateSend us a textHi!I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.We continue with our guest, my new friend, Heather Ash Burroughs. If you haven't listened to Part 1, click here and hear how Heather followed in her father's footsteps to become a school psychologist and advocated for her daughter, Erin, and won her case with the US Dept of Justice. Today in Stand Up and Speak Out Part 2, you will learn:*How...
2023-05-2619 minThe Hero Within Karen HallStand Up and Speak Out Part 1 with Heather Ash Burroughs, Autism and Special Needs AdvocateSend us a textHi!I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.Our guest this week is my new friend, Heather Ash Burroughs, a school psychologist who is a passionate advocate for those with special needs. Today in Part 1, you will learn: *Heather followed in her father's footsteps to become a school psychologist.*Heather's father advocated for her sister, Erin, who has autism and ignited the fire of Heather's advocacy. *Heather is an autism specialist and advocates f...
2023-05-2623 min
The John Olsen ShowIn the know with Dean VelascoDean Velasco, owner of Deano's Pub and the Chair of SPARC (Santee Parks and Rec Committee), joins John and Heather to discuss his business and the work and events that SPARC has done. La Mesa Chamber Mixer at Deano's PubMarch 7th at 5:30pTo RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/yay8fhw7St. Madeline Sophie's 22nd Morning Glory BrunchSaturday, April 29th from 11:00a-3:00phttps://stmsc.org/center-events/morning-glory-brunch/(619) 442-5129, ext. 115 or 121events@stmsc.orgFor more information,Deano's Pub5286 Baltimore Drive, La Mesa, California 91942, Un...
2023-03-0746 min
The John Olsen ShowBringing some BLISS to the lives of those in needDyna and Kevin Jones join John and Heather to discuss their non-profit organization, B.L.I.S.S. Care Foundation. BLISS stands for "Blessed Low-Income Senior Support," and they connect seniors in under-served communities with the free resources they need. 2nd Annual Fund in the SunMay 27th at the Ronald Reagan Center (near the East County Chamber in El Cajon)Sponsorship for entry is $125/seathttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/fund-in-the-sun-tickets-534136826627To learn more or to donate,https://www.blisscarefoundation.org(619) 817-5558info@blisscarefoundation...
2023-02-2828 min
The John Olsen ShowShooting the "Bree-ze" with Santee's Marketing ManagerBree Humphreys, the Marketing Manager from the City of Santee, joins John and Heather to discuss upcoming events and worthwhile programs happening in Santee. For more information, browse the links below!SPARC - Santee Park and Rec Committeehttps://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/government/departments/community-services/santee-park-recreation-committee-sparcCOMPOC - Community Oriented Policing Committeehttps://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/government/city-clerk/boards-commissions-and-committees/compocSantee Hometown Heroes Bannershttps://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/services/military-veteran-support/santee-hometown-heroes-banner-programFido Festhttps://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/4864/8Momentum Tutoring GTS (Gifted-Talented-Strong) S...
2023-02-2135 min
The John Olsen ShowWhat's Shakin' with Mike AikenMike Aiken is a veteran police officer in Santee who retired in 2018 and became the Director at Carlton Oaks Country Club, a member of Santee Chamber of Commerce, the Santee Lakeside Rotary, and a number of other committees. Today, he joins John and Heather to discuss the events that he is involved with in Santee. To learn more about the upcoming events,Carlton Oaks Country Club: https://www.carltonoaksgolf.com/contact-us/Santee's Favorites Awards Night: https://santeechamber.com/awards-night-2023Santee Heroes Celebration: https://tinyurl.com/2p8wepmpTo contact John Olsen,619-85...
2023-02-1419 min
The John Olsen ShowKeeping up with the La Mesa Park & Rec FoundationThis week, John and Heather are joined by Misty Thompson, the Executive Director of La Mesa Park & Rec Foundation. She shares some of the big events that the La Mesa Park & Rec Foundation is putting on in the next week and near future! La Mesa will be getting its own Downtown District sign at La Mesa Blvd and Palm Ave! If you would like to donate/decorate one of the last hand-painted tiles to go on the sign, go to LaMesaVillageAssociation.org to donate and secure your spot!For more information,(619) 343-2460L...
2023-02-0921 min
The John Olsen ShowDesign of the Times with Michael RansonMichael Ranson, designer of Santee's Veteran Memorial, joins John & Heather to discuss his business and involvement in the community. Whether you are wanting to redesign your personal space or are looking to make a statement piece for your business/community, Michael is well rounded in his experience.To contact Michael Ranson,www.michaelranson.com619-977-11216977 Navajo Rd #123, San Diego, CA 92119To contact John Olsen,619-855-1151JohnOlsen.comJohn@TheSanteeGuy.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JohnOlsenRealtorhttps://www.facebook.com/santeeupdate
2022-11-0844 min
The John Olsen ShowSan Diego Bay Wine & Food FestivalLisa Mae Hobson from the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival joins John and Heather to discuss the events of the festival. The festival lasts 6 days from November 8th to November 13th. Lisa walks us through the event line-up, some of the vendors featured, and the entertainment occurring over the course of the week. Be sure to check out the tabs on the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival webpage to find all the information for the events.For more information on the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival:https://www.sandiegowineclassic.com
2022-10-2523 minThe John Olsen ShowMayor of El Cajon Bill WellsBill Wells has been the mayor of El Cajon since 2013, and he started his career as a city councilman in 2008. Mayor Wells is also a doctor of Psychology and the owner of his own healthcare company that provides care to those with specialized psychiatric conditions. Mayor Wells joins John and Heather to discuss his career, his involvement in the community and with the people of El Cajon, and more. To contact John Olsen,619-855-1151JohnOlsen.comJohn@TheSanteeGuy.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JohnOlsenRealtorhttps://www.facebook.co...
2022-10-1850 min
The John Olsen ShowDustin Hayes - Red, White & Badass BrewThis week John is joined by co-host, Heather Jimenez, and featured guest, Dustin HayesDustin, owner of Red, White, and Badass Brew, discusses his background in the military, his previous ventures in construction, and the steps that led to his starting his coffee business. To find more information about Red, White, and Badass Brewshttps://redwhiteandbadassbrew.comhttps://www.instagram.com/redwhiteandbadassbrew/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/redwhiteandbadassbrew/https://twitter.com/rwbadassbrewhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/red-white-and-badass-brew-617b0096/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0B5HdbW6...
2022-10-0444 min
Heather Solves EverythingHeather Solves Everything - Balancing Business and Family with Creators of The Whirly BoardHear from Erik and Joanna Olsen, founders of Whirly Board, a startup company that began in a small-town Wisconsin garage in 2014 and founded on the belief that time spent riding a board is directly proportional to quality of life. And we talk about that, but also about how these two entrepreneurs, who are also married and parents of two, balance work, life, growth, and their own health and sense of purpose. This is a great episode for anyone who wants to chase their dreams and needs a dose of inspiration to go for it!
2022-06-2246 min
Becoming Your Best VersionA Conversation with Heather Leah, founder of WithLoveDCHeather Leah is a poet, teacher, meditation and yoga instructor, children's book author and community organizer living in Ashland, Oregon. She is passionate about bringing people together and creating a sense of community and support. She is the founder of the movement WithLoveDC and the annual Women of the Wild gatherings. WithLoveDC is a movement to spread love, joy, and acceptance throughout the District. Join us in our mission to make this world a better place; one smile, hug, or random act of kindness at a time. They hold free pop up yoga around DC, including at the U.S. Botanic...
2021-09-0325 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Planner: Renee Dalo of Moxie Bright EventsHey planners! In this episode, Heather is joined by Renee Dalo of Moxie Bright Events and the Talk with Renee Dalo Podcast. Renee shares her perspective of falling into the wedding industry and her first memories as a wedding planner. She talks about the importance of networking and even how rejection helped her career as a wedding planner. You’ll hear about why you should get more involved in the industry as a planner, how she got into leadership positions within the industry and the major turning point that led her to shift her business model and charge more fo...
2021-08-101h 03Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Talk: Happy New YearHey planners! Happy new year. Can you believe we made it through 2020? It was an unexpected and crazy year. In this episode, we’re chatting about some of the reflections we had over the year and the first season of the Planner Life Podcast. You’ll hear our highs, lows and some of the biggest challenges we faced in 2020. We also take a look forward at what's to come in 2021 in our business, podcast and personal lives. What’s in this episode: What Heather and Lindsay did for the holidays Our favorite parts about our uniq...
2021-01-1248 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners015: Real Talk: Why Starting Is Easy But Succeeding Is HardHey planners! It seems like anyone and everyone is becoming a wedding planner by just launching an Instagram and getting started. But building a successful wedding planning business isn’t that easy. Do you want to be profitable? Do you want this to be a sustainable business? Do you want this to be your full-time career? If so, you really want to go back to the fundamentals of having things in place like a website, business license, insurance - all of the things you need to run a professional business. In this episode, you’ll hear what you need to h...
2020-10-1348 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Talk: Coordination vs. PlanningHey planners! As many of you likely know, in the wedding industry there are so many nuances to the words “wedding coordinator” and “wedding planner”. Having these terms clearly defined will help your wedding planning business run much more smoothly as clients will know exactly what to expect. In this episode, we talked about different terms such as “day of coordinator”, “month of coordinator”, “wedding manager”, “wedding planner”, “partial planning”, “full-service planning” and more! This episode will help you to establish boundaries with clients around what’s included in coordination and planning services. We also shared some of our favorite tips for going above and...
2020-08-1151 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Planner: Hannah Campbell-Anderson of Day of GalHey planners! I am so excited to have on today’s guest, Hannah Campbell-Anderson of Day of Gal. Hannah got into the wedding planning business after being a bridesmaid over 9 times and experiencing over 40 weddings for friends and family! In this episode, Hannah shares how she got into the wedding industry and why she chose to focus on partial coordination services. Hannah gives insight into how she and her team divvy up the workflow and their processes for running Day of Gal. She and Heather talk about creating boundaries with clients, her biggest challenges she’s faced while growing her...
2020-07-1434 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Planner: Victoria Holland of Victoria Ann EventsHey planners! It’s our absolute pleasure to introduce you to today’s guest, Victoria Holland of Victoria Ann Events. Victoria plans and designs events for couples who are looking to infuse every ounce of their personality into their wedding day. In this episode, Victoria shares her experience of getting into the events industry, freelancing for event companies and eventually starting her own wedding planning business. She and Heather chat about everything she’s learned from her last 5 years in business including how she gained more referrals, who her ideal clients are, how she uses Instagram to connect to couple...
2020-06-3043 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersGetting to Know HeatherToday you’ll get a deep dive into Heather, her story and how she got into the wedding industry. Heather is the partner of LVL Weddings and cofounder of The Planner Life Academy. She talks about her transition from being an in-house coordinator to starting her own business. She talks about what she wishes she would’ve known and the challenges she faced. You’ll hear the proudest moments of her journey as a wedding planner and how she cultivates and fosters great relationships with her clients. What’s in this episode: What Heather was like growing u...
2020-06-1528 minPlanner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersWelcome to the Planner Life PodcastAre you looking to build a successful, thriving wedding planning business? Then you’re in the right place! Welcome to the Planner Life Podcast! We’re your hosts Heather and Lindsay. We’re wedding planners, business partners and educators with more than a decade of experience under our belts. We’re so excited that you’ve decided to take this journey with us because we have so many lessons to share with you to help you thrive in this unique career. You’ll hear real conversations, real advice and real support from us along with other successful wedding planners and guest ex...
2020-06-1509 min
Lone Star Latter-day Saint Voices PodcastHeather Olsen: A Service JourneyDouble Oak, Texas, resident, Native American, and mother of eight Heather Olsen shares her extraordinary service journey to loving and serving her fellow man. Discussing how her heart was prepared for service, Heather takes us through her experience with organizations such as Days For Girls, Partners in Health, It's for Africa and the Stew Pot in Dallas.
2019-05-2925 min
The Positive Thread11: How Positive Shred Graduate & CrossFit Athlete Mike Dropped 45lbs in 5 MonthsOn today's episode Heather speaks with her first success story, Michael Olsen (also known as High Octane.)Michael Olsen lost 45 pounds in 5 months on Heather's program simply by changing his nutrition. Michael was already an active CrossFit athlete, but he realized he needed to change something to reach his goals. Over margaritas, Heather inspired him to start her program. Not only did he lose the weight, he's been able to keep it off using the techniques Heather taught him. The tools aren't just for weight loss, but for maintaining that weight loss in a...
2018-04-2225 min
Discover Best Sellers Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers and True CrimeAbandoned Prayers Audiobook by Gregg OlsenListen to the full audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Abandoned Prayers
Subtitle: Murder, the Amish, and Little Boy Blue
Author: Gregg Olsen
Narrator: Jeffrey Kafer
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-15-10
Publisher: Gregg Olsen
Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 143 votes
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, True Crime
Publisher's Summary:
On Christmas Eve in 1985, a hunter found a young boy's body along an icy corn field in Nebraska.
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2010-09-1511h 54