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Follow Your Gut PodcastWhen the Rashes, Reflux, and Delays Don’t Make Sense: Katie’s Story of Finding the Root CauseHave you ever found yourself sitting in a doctor’s office, holding your baby, knowing deep in your body that something wasn’t right… but every test, every specialist, every answer left you more confused?That’s exactly where Katie found herself. Her son Zion was struggling with severe reflux, eczema, allergies, developmental delays, and constant discomfort. Every specialist brushed it off. “It’s normal. He’ll grow out of it.” But her gut kept saying… “no”.In today’s Follow Your Gut Podcast episode, Katie shares the raw, honest story of how she found the courage to trust her...2025-07-221h 02
Strong, Sweaty and Slightly UnhingedStrong, Sweaty & Slightly Unhinged - Chronicles Of Hope With Annie BennettIn this powerful episode, we’re joined by Annie Bennett, a woman whose story will stay with you long after the episode ends.
Annie was diagnosed with incurable cancer in July 2024 and in the weeks following, she began documenting her journey through her blog, The Annie Bennett Chronicles and podcast The Chronicles of Hope.
But Annie hasn’t stopped there, she’s now building something even bigger:
The Chronicles of Hope CIC, a charitable organisation supporting young adults who have a parent diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. Inspired by her daughters, Heather (24) and Elfie...2025-07-1042 min
Brackish (formerly Making Design Circular with Katie Treggiden)Brackish - S6 E6 Juliet Bennett & Yes, after Adrian MitchellIn this episode, Katie speaks with Juliet Bennett, to explore how wild swimming, coaching, and nature combine to create powerful, transformative experiences. From the clarity of lake water to coaching on windswept beaches, Juliet shares her journey into blue health, her love for cold water immersion, and how outdoor coaching is opening up new ways for people to find purpose, hope, and connection."I added the word 'broken' to my brand because I needed people to know that there was space for them, however they arrived." – Amy WilsonWhat we cover:- Juliet’s fi...2025-06-1136 min
The Homeschool Counseling Network PodcastThe HCN Podcast - Episode 10: Tips for Coping wiith Holiday Stress from Katie J. TrentIn episode 10, we chat with author, social worker, and veteran homeschool mom, Katie J Trent, about coping with holiday stress. Join us as we talk with Katie about the importance of managing boundaries with loved ones, creating realistic expectations, coping with grief, and recognizing warning signs of deeper mental health concerns including ways to seek support. Katie is a popular author, speaker, and homeschool mama of two. She’s also a Pinterest drop-out with a messy house and happy kids—most of the time. Katie’s mission is to inspire women to grow their faith, strengthen their famili...2024-12-0229 min
Dog FriendlyPaw-some Grooming: The Story of Katie StoneIn this inspiring episode of 'Dog Friendly,' we sit down with Katie Stone, a passionate mobile dog groomer who took the leap to start her own business during the pandemic. Katie shares her journey into the world of dog grooming, revealing the moments that sparked her love for helping pups look and feel their best.Katie discusses how her business has evolved since its inception, the joy of building relationships with furry clients, and the satisfaction of seeing happy pups after a fresh grooming.Throughout the conversation, Katie offers invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs...2024-11-2637 min
The Money Seed#12 - Medicare Updates With Katie BennettHey guys! We are back with another episode of The Money Seed! Today I have Katie Bennett. Katie is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Medicare. She specializes in helping those who are nearing the age of Medicare as well as those who may be on Medicare already. If you are young, don’t discount this! Think about your grandparents & parents who may be either approaching the age or have already been on Medicare for a while. Katie has the heart of a teacher & is always eager to help where she can. We cove...2024-10-0211 min
DesuckifyWork®Episode 51: The selfless embrace of self care with Katie McDonaldYou’re a selfish b*****d. You spend all day doing things. Work things. Family things. Community things. You’re busy as hell. Impacting people everywhere you go. But you’re not making time for you. You know, that dude or dudette in the mirror who stares back at you pleadingly, begging for some relief. Maybe tomorrow, you think as you run off to do more stuff. Important stuff! People are counting on you!You are also counting on you. And it’s pretty selfish of you to ignore that fact. Because the...2024-09-031h 24
Bite Size Nutrition Podcast with Gillian Bennett#119: How to strengthen your mind/body connection with neurosomatics coach Dr. Katie Gambler-RossOne of my FAVORITE conversations I've had on this podcast so far!
In this episode, you'll learn what it ACTUALLY means to 'listen to your body', why perfectionists often struggle with their relationship with food, and how to start developing a stronger mind/body connection in your daily life.
You can find Katie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/katie_etphdcoaching/
Learn more aboutThe Confident Eater program here: https://bitesize.es/the-confident-eater/
Stay in touch with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri
Download the mindful eating sheet shee...2024-01-2956 min
For The Love of Kids#E3: Leadership lessons, being more than just a mum, & freelancing for the win - with Dr Katie BestIn a recent study into motherhood by the parenting app Peanut.
75% of women they spoke to described feeling invisible and 94% feel unappreciated, unacknowledged or unseen.
That’s not the news you want to hear if you’re an expectant mum but it might be the news you need to hear to realise you’re not alone if you are a mum and feeling the same.
In the #InvisibleMother report, Peanut explains that each stage of motherhood can feel like a cloak of invisibility.
Society expects us to do it all and be it al...2023-11-0259 min
Crypto Critics' CornerTweets, Trolls, and Superstars in the Sam Bankman-Fried Trial (Feat. Katie Baker)Bennett and Cas are joined by Katie Baker, a journalist at The Ringer, to discuss her time spent at the trial, how social media and sh*tposting are playing a role, and her most recent article, which encapsulates the story unfolding better than anything written thus far.
Read Katie's article here: https://www.theringer.com/tech/2023/10/16/23919236/sam-bankman-fried-sbf-trial-caroline-ellison-testimony-ftx-cryptocurrency2023-10-2649 min
#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Elle Sproll, Founder of Own Your Health, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, Cancer SurvivorThe night before her 33rd birthday, today's guest Elle Sproll had just finished a half marathon in Hawaii, returned from a work trip to New Zealand and was about to meet a friend for an early birthday dinner (featuring plenty of rosé and karaoke).
Then, she found a lump in her breast. It turned out to be Triple Negative Breast Cancer: very rare and very aggressive. Definitely not the birthday present she had hoped for.
Elle was young, fit and excelling in her career as a Senior Marketing Leader at a Big...2023-09-1726 min
#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Elle Sproll, Founder of Own Your Health, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, Cancer SurvivorThe night before her 33rd birthday, today's guest Elle Sproll had just finished a half marathon in Hawaii, returned from a work trip to New Zealand and was about to meet a friend for an early birthday dinner (featuring plenty of rosé and karaoke).
Then, she found a lump in her breast. It turned out to be Triple Negative Breast Cancer: very rare and very aggressive. Definitely not the birthday present she had hoped for.
Elle was young, fit and excelling in her career as a Senior Marketing Leader at a Big...2023-09-1726 min
Emerging Brands PodcastLauren Hanson & Katie Beitzel, Co-founders Ur Fancy ShopCo-founders Lauren Hanson & Katie Beitzel discuss their journey as the co-founders of a local shop called Ugly Rugly. Lauren, a fashion designer with a fine art degree, started making rugs out of recycled fabric, which became their signature product. Katie, with a background in fashion business management, was a customer of Ugly Rugly and eventually became a business partner. Together, they opened their brick-and-mortar store, where they curate vintage items, showcase independent designers, and offer Lauren's handmade products.2023-08-2728 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Katherine Newton CEO RU OKKatherine Newton is a CEO doing impactful important work.
Some of the key topics we cover are:
When people stop doing things that they love, this can be an indictor that they're struggling
Venting and discussing small issues can go a long way to stopping them becoming big problems
If you do ask if someone is ok, really listen to their response and be genuinely interested (don't ask five minutes before a meeting or while scrolling on your phone)
Prioritise staying in touch with people
If you're a corporate and the only activity you to...2023-08-1329 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Katherine Newton CEO RU OKKatherine Newton is a CEO doing impactful important work.
Some of the key topics we cover are:
When people stop doing things that they love, this can be an indictor that they're struggling
Venting and discussing small issues can go a long way to stopping them becoming big problems
If you do ask if someone is ok, really listen to their response and be genuinely interested (don't ask five minutes before a meeting or while scrolling on your phone)
Prioritise staying in touch with people
If you're a corporate and the only activity you to...2023-08-1329 min
Born YesterdayBatch 20: Matthew Highton and Katie PritchardIn this part of the experiment, the clones are joined by Matthew Highton (https://twitter.com/MattHighton) and Katie Pritchard (https://twitter.com/katiepritchards)Buy tickets to Alexander's Edinburgh Fringe run - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alexander-bennett-i-can-t-stand-the-man-myselfFollow the experiment (https://twitter.com/BYesterdayPod)Follow Andy Barr (https://twitter.com/SomeNiceFun) and Alexander Bennett (https://twitter.com/AlexyBennett)Email us at byesterdaypodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-051h 12
Voices from The BenchThe Ladies Take Over: Carrie Ling, Sandra Nohava, Courtney Bennett, Dani Farago, MacKenzie Mayer, Katie Boteler, Nina Frketin, & Jenelle TabakovicBack in July, there was a meeting called the Ladies of the Mill Summit. This yearly meeting is all about celebrating and supporting females in the dental laboratory industry. Full of motivating and inspiring speakers, Elvis got to record with a bunch of attendees at the Preat booth. First up is half of the owners of Likelike Dental Studios, Carrie Ling. Carrie talks about getting their lab started in a shed, growing it with her husband, and where they are at now. Then we talk to two technicians from Renstrom Dental Studio, Sandra Nohava and Courtney Bennett. These two...2022-08-221h 03
the SHOW UP society podcastshowing up as yourself with designer katie kortman113. tammie talks with fashion designer katie kortman from season 19 of project runway about boldly showing up as ourselves to get our goals. katie talks about sewing and designing her own clothes, dealing with online haters, wearing colors, designing a fashion line, setting goals and being on project runway. all while being a mom to 4 kids and living overseas! this episode is too good to miss.for links mentioned in the show see :https://showupsociety.com/113to follow katie on instagram, see:https://www.instagram.com/katiekortmanart/to shop...2022-01-1854 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Sean Hall, TEDx speaker, mental health advocate + CEO of human performance company EnergxIf you're limping towards the end of 2021, in need of some recharging and downtime, this is the podcast for you.
This is an extremely insightful conversation with a professional whose superpower is helping humans and workplaces slay the energy vampires that cause burnout, crush creativity and stifle inclusion. We discuss the elusive concept of balance and Sean talks us through three very specific practices to put in place to set boundaries and manage our energy.
Listeners are encouraged to document how they will implement boundaries to manage:
Technology and e...2021-12-221h 12#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Sean Hall, TEDx speaker, mental health advocate + CEO of human performance company EnergxIf you're limping towards the end of 2021, in need of some recharging and downtime, this is the podcast for you.
This is an extremely insightful conversation with a professional whose superpower is helping humans and workplaces slay the energy vampires that cause burnout, crush creativity and stifle inclusion. We discuss the elusive concept of balance and Sean talks us through three very specific practices to put in place to set boundaries and manage our energy.
Listeners are encouraged to document how they will implement boundaries to manage:
Technology and e...2021-12-221h 12
She Impacts CultureEP 16 Katie McCoy: "Being" Instead of "Doing"Today’s guest is Katie McCoy, Director of Women’s Ministry at Texas Baptists. She teaches and speaks on theology, women’s and gender issues, and cultural debates. When she’s not teaching, writing, or YouTubing, you can usually find her baking something fabulous…or maybe just making a mess in the kitchen. She is also a political news junkie, and considers The Container Store one of her happy places. In today’s episode, Katie and I chat about: Three myths about women and theology Identity and self-worth How faith-based women can start moving away from the “doing” a...2021-10-2852 min
The Lifestyle CEOIs every passion a profit maker? And other lessons learned from a seasoned entrepreneur. Interview with Kate Bennett of Maid Green & A Clean EducationSend us a textWe are back baby! Season 2 has officially began and this season we are so excited to be focussing purely on interviewing those in the driving seat of their careers, who have taken the leap and created their ideal life by dropping out of corporate life and starting their own business.Our first guest for Episode 1 is Kate Bennett, of Maid Green and A Clean Education.Kate started her journey 12 years ago when she set up her first business - finding her niche which skyrocketed her to success - and...2021-08-0735 min
LET IT OUTtreating everyone the same, growth, business, and change with Ellen Marie Bennett CEO of Hedley & Bennett and author of Dream First Details later 🐷🐣Ellen is the founder and CEO of Hedley & Bennett, an apron and workwear company, whose signature ampersand logo can be seen on top chefs around the world. Born and raised in LA to a Mexican mother and English father, she felt a strong connection to Mexico and ended up moving there when she was 18. Today we talked about what she learned being a 24-year-old line cook who told her head chef she could make the restaurant aprons. Soon she had a company. We talk about what she learned from her grandmother in Mexico about treating everyone with care, as...2021-06-041h 26#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Leah Fogarty - personal and high performance psychologistMy guest today, who provides a great deal of food for thought about the impact of Covid and how we emerge from it is formidable psychologist Leah Fogarty.
We cover a lot of topics including the work that Leah has done supporting mental health as people grapple with Covid. When the global pandemic was first impacting Australia last year, Leah developed a program for patients to support them in really uncertain times, which we discuss at length.
Leah's work is influenced by the fact that she is a former elite athlete. A lot of...2021-04-2457 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Leah Fogarty - personal and high performance psychologistMy guest today, who provides a great deal of food for thought about the impact of Covid and how we emerge from it is formidable psychologist Leah Fogarty.
We cover a lot of topics including the work that Leah has done supporting mental health as people grapple with Covid. When the global pandemic was first impacting Australia last year, Leah developed a program for patients to support them in really uncertain times, which we discuss at length.
Leah's work is influenced by the fact that she is a former elite athlete. A lot of...2021-04-2457 min
Joy at Home™ | Christian Mom, Christian Woman, Wife, Faith, Marriage, Motherhood, Homeschool, Stepping into a Joy Filled Life38. Beyond Survival: Practical Tools and Tips for Every Mom to Thrive (not just survive until bedtime) with Hillary Bennett38. How many of us moms feel like somedays we are just trying to survive until bedtime? With a million things to do and not enough time to do them, it can be overwhelming. #momlife, am I right? In today’s episode, Hillary and I discuss how to get out of that surviving mindset with actionable tips we can implement as soon as tomorrow to begin thriving in motherhood. Tune into this episode as Hillary and I discuss: The difference between surviving and thriving in motherhood How to structure your day to achieve a thriving mi...2021-01-1126 min
The Fearless271 PodcastBe the Light: Katie BennettWe had an incredible Christmas gathering this past week and Katie Bennett spoke about "being the light" even though this 2020 year has been full of darkness. If you're feeling lost, burn out or need some encouragement as you go into this new year we encourage you to tune in to this episode! Katie shares a list of scripture that references "light" that provides so much wisdom as we go through these unprecedented times. Stay tuned for new podcasts coming your way soon and for announcements about upcoming events!2020-12-1526 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Michelle Redfern, AFR 100 women of influence + Moving Gender Equality from conversation to actionThis is an enriching conversation with a deep thinker who does a lot of work advising Boards and CEOs. Or as her bio says she "gets sh*t done for equality and inclusion."
We explore a number of themes that Michelle focuses on with leaders. She talks me through a common question that she asks about whether leaders would build an organisation the same way again, the answer is frequently intriguing. In exploring this theme, Michelle invites leaders to think about the person they care most about and whether they would want that person to work...2020-10-2556 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Michelle Redfern, AFR 100 women of influence + Moving Gender Equality from conversation to actionThis is an enriching conversation with a deep thinker who does a lot of work advising Boards and CEOs. Or as her bio says she "gets sh*t done for equality and inclusion."
We explore a number of themes that Michelle focuses on with leaders. She talks me through a common question that she asks about whether leaders would build an organisation the same way again, the answer is frequently intriguing. In exploring this theme, Michelle invites leaders to think about the person they care most about and whether they would want that person to work...2020-10-2556 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Hiam Sakakini, Transformational change guru, Passionate about what great companies + cultures do differentlyIf you're feeling the need to turbocharge your motivation as you settle into month sevenish, dealing with Covid, this is the conversation for you. My guest has 14+ years pedigree of Fortune 500 companies and advises organisations and leaders on creating environments where smart, self-motivating, innovative individuals thrive.
We discuss the concept of interconnected, distributed teams which is an interesting concept. It is also critical to the way that we're working now as many of us have lost that regular 'in person' way, incidental communication with our colleagues.
We cover a lot of intere...2020-09-1345 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Hiam Sakakini, Transformational change guru, Passionate about what great companies + cultures do differentlyIf you're feeling the need to turbocharge your motivation as you settle into month sevenish, dealing with Covid, this is the conversation for you. My guest has 14+ years pedigree of Fortune 500 companies and advises organisations and leaders on creating environments where smart, self-motivating, innovative individuals thrive.
We discuss the concept of interconnected, distributed teams which is an interesting concept. It is also critical to the way that we're working now as many of us have lost that regular 'in person' way, incidental communication with our colleagues.
We cover a lot of intere...2020-09-1345 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Maz Farrelly, Former Exe Editor of Entertainment BBC, Keynote speaker. MC. Social CommentatorMy guest today is the formidable Maz Farrelly, former Executive Editor of Format Entertainment at the BBC in London (think Big Brother, Celebrity Apprentice + Q+A on ABC) and now CEO Whisperer and Social Commentator. Maz's content has over 8 billion views and you're going to want to take a listen, she's fantastic.
We cover a lot of topics including the work that Maz does with senior business leaders. The starting point in any such gig is a 'boring audit' a concept that I love. We discuss the fact that many professionals and leaders consciously make thems...2020-08-3048 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Maz Farrelly, Former Exe Editor of Entertainment BBC, Keynote speaker. MC. Social CommentatorMy guest today is the formidable Maz Farrelly, former Executive Editor of Format Entertainment at the BBC in London (think Big Brother, Celebrity Apprentice + Q+A on ABC) and now CEO Whisperer and Social Commentator. Maz's content has over 8 billion views and you're going to want to take a listen, she's fantastic.
We cover a lot of topics including the work that Maz does with senior business leaders. The starting point in any such gig is a 'boring audit' a concept that I love. We discuss the fact that many professionals and leaders consciously make thems...2020-08-3048 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Richard Yetsenga, Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZBack on the podcast is Richard Yetsenga Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ. The first time I interviewed Richard turned out to be the last week that we were working in an office.
I have been listening to a lot of Richard's commentary and analysis through the pandemic and I was keen to explore some of it in more detail. We talk about inequality, technology, climate change and geopolitics - all of which are being particularly impacted by the pandemic.
We also cover the 20 minute suburb, social housing and the i...2020-08-1637 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Richard Yetsenga, Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZBack on the podcast is Richard Yetsenga Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ. The first time I interviewed Richard turned out to be the last week that we were working in an office.
I have been listening to a lot of Richard's commentary and analysis through the pandemic and I was keen to explore some of it in more detail. We talk about inequality, technology, climate change and geopolitics - all of which are being particularly impacted by the pandemic.
We also cover the 20 minute suburb, social housing and the i...2020-08-1637 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Jon Burgess International Management Consultant and Harvard Lecturer at KwanIn this Covid19 period of significant change, how we work and connect with each other, both within and outside our organisations, is critical to the success of the strategy.
My guest today is Jon Burgess a thought leader in people advocacy and collaboration. Jon is also a guest lecturer at Harvard Business School. This podcast is a conversation about connectedness. Jon's great passion is helping leaders and organisations to develop and maintain a competitive advantage through a deeper approach to relationship building.
Since the world and business landscape have changed so dramati...2020-08-031h 01#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Jon Burgess International Management Consultant and Harvard Lecturer at KwanIn this Covid19 period of significant change, how we work and connect with each other, both within and outside our organisations, is critical to the success of the strategy.
My guest today is Jon Burgess a thought leader in people advocacy and collaboration. Jon is also a guest lecturer at Harvard Business School. This podcast is a conversation about connectedness. Jon's great passion is helping leaders and organisations to develop and maintain a competitive advantage through a deeper approach to relationship building.
Since the world and business landscape have changed so dramati...2020-08-031h 01
Most Pleasant ExhaustionEpisode 146--Restarting Racing w/ Special Guest Katie Bennett!The last couple of weeks have seen a return to racing, but events are definitely not what they were prior to COVID-19. This week, we talked about a few of those events, and guest Katie Bennett told us how things looked at a recent trail race. We also checked in on the book we're all reading--Happy Runner by Megan and David Roche--and talked a bit about vRAAM. Thanks for listening!2020-06-171h 03
Embracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityWe're Back! Eternal Perspective on Covid-19We live in an uncertain time. The whole world is experiencing a pandemic, and we're all affected in many different ways. In today's podcast we consider what it means to apply the gospel to Covid-19 and to see this season in light of eternity.2020-04-2819 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Richard Yetsenga, Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ BankMy guest today is Richard Yetsenga Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ Bank. This was always going to be interesting, throw into the mix a slightly tumultuous global pandemic and voila you have a great conversation.
We discuss Richard’s approach* to using Twitter in terms of the way that he publishes and influences dialogue. It was also interesting to hear that Twitter has been a key source of information for him as Covid19 evolves at a rapid pace. Central to this discussion is the importance of trustworthy content and we talk in detail about thi...2020-03-1630 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Richard Yetsenga, Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ BankMy guest today is Richard Yetsenga Chief Economist and Head of Research at ANZ Bank. This was always going to be interesting, throw into the mix a slightly tumultuous global pandemic and voila you have a great conversation.
We discuss Richard’s approach* to using Twitter in terms of the way that he publishes and influences dialogue. It was also interesting to hear that Twitter has been a key source of information for him as Covid19 evolves at a rapid pace. Central to this discussion is the importance of trustworthy content and we talk in detail about thi...2020-03-1630 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Bronwyn Bate, Founder of social enterprise Mettle Women
My guest today is Bronwyn Bate - CEO and Founder of Mettle Women, a social entrepreneur turning empathy into action. This is a remarkable influencer story. As a (former) court reporter Bronwyn met lots of inspiring women but realised that when domestic violence victims don't have financial independence, 52% who have escaped dangerous situations return to the system.
Bronwyn made good use of her communications background and recognised that an important mechanism for success would be to get women into work. And so harnessing the power of a conscious consumer, she founded Mettle Women Inc a social enterprise which...2020-02-2539 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Bronwyn Bate, Founder of social enterprise Mettle Women
My guest today is Bronwyn Bate - CEO and Founder of Mettle Women, a social entrepreneur turning empathy into action. This is a remarkable influencer story. As a (former) court reporter Bronwyn met lots of inspiring women but realised that when domestic violence victims don't have financial independence, 52% who have escaped dangerous situations return to the system.
Bronwyn made good use of her communications background and recognised that an important mechanism for success would be to get women into work. And so harnessing the power of a conscious consumer, she founded Mettle Women Inc a social enterprise which...2020-02-2539 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Graeme Bowman, Freeing our Planet from PatriarchyKatie Talks is back for 2020 and my first guest is an interesting one. Graeme Bowman is well known as a keynote speaker, writer, corporate comedian and hoax speaker. Graeme uses his 34 years' experience in the arts to raise consciousness around the ways that systematic patriarchy plays out within male dominated organisations.
You may wonder what a self-professed 'old straight white male' can do about this. I did too, listen for some fresh perspectives.
Hosted by Katie Bennett-Stenton, who you can find at @KatiebMarketing on twitter or Katie@bennett-stenton.com.
Disclaimer this podc...2020-02-1035 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Graeme Bowman, Freeing our Planet from PatriarchyKatie Talks is back for 2020 and my first guest is an interesting one. Graeme Bowman is well known as a keynote speaker, writer, corporate comedian and hoax speaker. Graeme uses his 34 years' experience in the arts to raise consciousness around the ways that systematic patriarchy plays out within male dominated organisations.
You may wonder what a self-professed 'old straight white male' can do about this. I did too, listen for some fresh perspectives.
Hosted by Katie Bennett-Stenton, who you can find at @KatiebMarketing on twitter or Katie@bennett-stenton.com.
Disclaimer this podc...2020-02-1035 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Stella Voules, Organisational PsychologistThis episode of #KatieTalks is an interview with organisational psychologist, aka Cultural Change Whisperer, Board Capability advisor and beekeeper Stella Voules.
If you're interested in culture this is the podcast for you.
We cover a range of fascinating topics including the way that leadership has evolved over the last decade, with a significant increase in access (to leaders) and transparency. Stella talks about how this started in Silicon Valley with a firm antiestablishment movement which can be witnessed well beyond the corporate world. We talk about how this as created a shif...2019-11-2548 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Stella Voules, Organisational PsychologistThis episode of #KatieTalks is an interview with organisational psychologist, aka Cultural Change Whisperer, Board Capability advisor and beekeeper Stella Voules.
If you're interested in culture this is the podcast for you.
We cover a range of fascinating topics including the way that leadership has evolved over the last decade, with a significant increase in access (to leaders) and transparency. Stella talks about how this started in Silicon Valley with a firm antiestablishment movement which can be witnessed well beyond the corporate world. We talk about how this as created a shif...2019-11-2548 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Katherine Mountford (once again), Specialist Marketing and Business Development RecruiterThis episode of #KatieTalks delves into some interesting themes with Recruiter, Coach and Professional Services Trainer Katherine Mountford, including how pivotal LinkedIn should be in building one's personal brand and eminence. We build on this theme exploring a recent blog that Katherine wrote after she interviewed a senior leader who said that they 'don't do digital'. It elicited some pretty strong feedback on both sides,
Katherine has a number of tips (six in fact) for professionals looking to move from one industry to another which is something that this interviewer recently did.
We also explore th...2019-09-3034 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Katherine Mountford (once again), Specialist Marketing and Business Development RecruiterThis episode of #KatieTalks delves into some interesting themes with Recruiter, Coach and Professional Services Trainer Katherine Mountford, including how pivotal LinkedIn should be in building one's personal brand and eminence. We build on this theme exploring a recent blog that Katherine wrote after she interviewed a senior leader who said that they 'don't do digital'. It elicited some pretty strong feedback on both sides,
Katherine has a number of tips (six in fact) for professionals looking to move from one industry to another which is something that this interviewer recently did.
We also explore th...2019-09-3034 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with story teller and content maestro Neil Glaser.On this episode of #KatieTalks is story teller and content maestro Neil Glaser.
We are living in an era when business is firmly changing its approach to creating content. We are embracing a move away from enormous reports that senior leaders don't have time to read and embracing shorter, bite sized snackable, easy to consume. In this new more client centric world I couldn't think of a better person to interview than Deloitte's Head of Editorial, industry speaker and former serial co-collaborator Neil Glaser.
Neil shares his top five tips for creating compelling content that will...2019-09-1735 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with story teller and content maestro Neil Glaser.On this episode of #KatieTalks is story teller and content maestro Neil Glaser.
We are living in an era when business is firmly changing its approach to creating content. We are embracing a move away from enormous reports that senior leaders don't have time to read and embracing shorter, bite sized snackable, easy to consume. In this new more client centric world I couldn't think of a better person to interview than Deloitte's Head of Editorial, industry speaker and former serial co-collaborator Neil Glaser.
Neil shares his top five tips for creating compelling content that will...2019-09-1735 min
Feathers : Faith in FlightFeathers Season 10 Episode 2 with Katie Page: A Miraculous Adoption StoryKatie Page shares the miraculous story of the hidden connection between two of her children.2019-08-271h 01
What's Next?Emily BennettSchools haven't always had the best track record when it comes to dealing with mental health, shoving children in the corner, and referring them for counselling when something isn't quite right. However, one educational facility in Cambridge has said that they are doing everything to support the mental health and well-being of their staff and students. Cambridge Regional College is among the first further education establishments in the country to sign a national mental health charter, pledging support everyone. Commitments include challenging mental health stigma and providing targeted individual mental health support. Emily, who works at the college, joins...2019-07-2642 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Megumi Miki, Founder of Quietly Powerful + AuthorThis episode of Katie Talks is an interview with Megumi Miki, Founder of Quietly Powerful + Author, Speaker and Facilitator in Leadership/Culture/Diversity.
Creating context for this interview is a quote from the current MI6 chief who revealed that he searches specifically for recruits who do not shout loud and show off but who have had to fight to get on in life.
The title of Megumi's first book is 'Start Inspiring, Stop Driving' and this is a fascinating conversation about a move from an extended consulting project, existing on two or three hours of sleep...2019-07-2245 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Megumi Miki, Founder of Quietly Powerful + AuthorThis episode of Katie Talks is an interview with Megumi Miki, Founder of Quietly Powerful + Author, Speaker and Facilitator in Leadership/Culture/Diversity.
Creating context for this interview is a quote from the current MI6 chief who revealed that he searches specifically for recruits who do not shout loud and show off but who have had to fight to get on in life.
The title of Megumi's first book is 'Start Inspiring, Stop Driving' and this is a fascinating conversation about a move from an extended consulting project, existing on two or three hours of sleep...2019-07-2245 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Emily Bates, Marketing Director and CMOOn this episode of #KatieTalks is the formidable Emily Bates - Marketing Director | CMO |Visionary Leader Brand Specialist | CXO and Non-Executive Director.
I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with a fellow marketer and it confirmed that doing the Australian Institute of Company Director course is something that I will do. Emily spoke about the tremendous amount of value that marketers can contribute to a board. We brings customer centric thinking and help to ensure better outcomes by keeping customers at the centre of decision making.
Don't be satisfied with average - think really big and then mak...2019-07-0833 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Emily Bates, Marketing Director and CMOOn this episode of #KatieTalks is the formidable Emily Bates - Marketing Director | CMO |Visionary Leader Brand Specialist | CXO and Non-Executive Director.
I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with a fellow marketer and it confirmed that doing the Australian Institute of Company Director course is something that I will do. Emily spoke about the tremendous amount of value that marketers can contribute to a board. We brings customer centric thinking and help to ensure better outcomes by keeping customers at the centre of decision making.
Don't be satisfied with average - think really big and then mak...2019-07-0833 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Andy Evans, CEO, Star of the South and reformed lawyerOn this episode of #KatieTalks is Andy Evans, reformed lawyer and CEO of Star of the South, Australia’s first offshore wind farm, which is being proposed off the south coast of Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. If successful the project will provide 18% of Victoria's power.
Andy is incredibly frank about his grappling with the fact that his career was not fulfilling him and the steps that he took to create a professional focus that was much more purposeful - which includes combining renewable energy and wine!
We also talk about how enriching to relationships it can be i...2019-06-2431 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Andy Evans, CEO, Star of the South and reformed lawyerOn this episode of #KatieTalks is Andy Evans, reformed lawyer and CEO of Star of the South, Australia’s first offshore wind farm, which is being proposed off the south coast of Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. If successful the project will provide 18% of Victoria's power.
Andy is incredibly frank about his grappling with the fact that his career was not fulfilling him and the steps that he took to create a professional focus that was much more purposeful - which includes combining renewable energy and wine!
We also talk about how enriching to relationships it can be i...2019-06-2431 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Natasha Norton, CEO of Accuteque and Australian LGBTI Award FinalistOn this episode of #KatieTalks is the highly esteemed Natasha Norton. Natasha is CEO of Accuteque, NED, Diversity Champion, Sports Tragic, Australian LGBTI Awards Finalist and Telstra Business Womens' Awards Finalist.
We cover a lot of interesting topics including the enormous benefits of diversity in all its forms, why sometimes being a good leader is about pushing your team forward to take charge and the how important it is to operate outside your comfort zone.
We also discuss Soul Machines* a venture set up by an Academy Award winner to create a m...2019-06-0945 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Natasha Norton, CEO of Accuteque and Australian LGBTI Award FinalistOn this episode of #KatieTalks is the highly esteemed Natasha Norton. Natasha is CEO of Accuteque, NED, Diversity Champion, Sports Tragic, Australian LGBTI Awards Finalist and Telstra Business Womens' Awards Finalist.
We cover a lot of interesting topics including the enormous benefits of diversity in all its forms, why sometimes being a good leader is about pushing your team forward to take charge and the how important it is to operate outside your comfort zone.
We also discuss Soul Machines* a venture set up by an Academy Award winner to create a m...2019-06-0945 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Vera Ou-Young, National Leader of the Deloitte Chinese Services GroupThis week I interview one of my favourite Deloitte partners, Vera Ou-Young. Vera is the National Leader of the Deloitte Chinese Services Group which has responsibility for facilitating strong relationships with clients who work across both Australia and China.
Vera speaks seven (!) languages and shares some interesting thoughts about creating legacy and why mentoring the next generations of leaders, especially women is so important to her.
My favourite part of this interview is Vera sharing some of the ways that she maintains a strong mindset, including the fact that she has a fortnightly routine of picki...2019-05-2924 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Vera Ou-Young, National Leader of the Deloitte Chinese Services GroupThis week I interview one of my favourite Deloitte partners, Vera Ou-Young. Vera is the National Leader of the Deloitte Chinese Services Group which has responsibility for facilitating strong relationships with clients who work across both Australia and China.
Vera speaks seven (!) languages and shares some interesting thoughts about creating legacy and why mentoring the next generations of leaders, especially women is so important to her.
My favourite part of this interview is Vera sharing some of the ways that she maintains a strong mindset, including the fact that she has a fortnightly routine of picki...2019-05-2924 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks Wellness with Sean Hall, Founder and Chief Energist, EnergxHow To Have More Energy
This is the first in a 6 part series looking at various facets of wellness. It's a topic that has come up in conversation on a number of my recent podcasts and feedback suggests that people don't feel especially comfortable talking about it at work. So we're doing just that!
First in the series is a fascinating conversation with Sean Hall whom you may well know from his Tedx talk about How To Have More Energy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPp6RovIvxs
Sean is the Founder of Energ...2019-05-1352 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks With Rob Steers, Head of Digital and a Partner at Step ChangeThis episode is an interview with Rob Steers, Head of Digital and Partner at Step Change. Any conversation with Rob is interesting and I come away a bit smarter, this one is no exception.
Some of our topics include:
· The blurring of personal and professional lives (and why this is a good thing)
· Increasing transparency in terms of where money is coming from on social media
· Evolving personal control over how owns your data and content
· Rob's predictions about blockchain facilitating what we're doing on social media
2019-04-3028 min
She Knows the WayKatie Bennett: Impact, Purpose, & Why Self-Care Matters (Rebroadcast)Katie Bennett is a Co-Founder and Certified Coach at Ama La Vida, an innovative coaching company which helps people to find and design a career that brings them both deep fulfillment and phenomenal success. Katie and I talked about… Why looking outside yourself for solutions – in career, life, or health – isn’t a sustainable or effective way to reach your goals Why millennial and younger leaders prioritize mind/body health as a key part of corporate culture Katie’s tips for getting the real scoop on company culture before you accept a job The a-ha moment in her 20s...2019-04-0931 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Mat Dunckley, National Business Editor The Age and Sydney Morning HeraldMat Dunckley, National Business Editor The Age and Sydney Morning Herald is in the podcast studio with me this week. This is a really interesting, far reaching conversation with somebody who plays a large role in shaping Australia's business news. Topics include:
· Global regulators looking at social media giants
· Gender imbalance in the media and whether enough is done to improve the ledger
· Consciously try to even the ledger
· Mistakes that corporates and C Suite make when dealing with the media
· The fact that about half his team are women, they write roughly half the stor...2019-04-0348 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Katherine Mountford, Specialist Marketing and Business Development RecruiterAn inspiring and high energy start to the week releasing a podcast with the delightful and clever Katherine Mountford. We discussed a number of topics and observations on business including career building and a favourite of mine, authenticity.
2019-03-1831 min#KatieTalksInterview with Amanda Gome, CEO of Notable MediaAre you a leader or professional yearning to increase your influence, learn how to do it in 90 minutes a week?
Influencer and social oracle Amanda Gome is trusted by Australia's biggest corporates and organisations to transform their communications focusing on digital and social media. This CEO of Notable Media and former Head of Digital and Social at ANZ Bank shares frank tips and advice.
If you're serious about business, this is not to be missed wisdom.
2019-02-2638 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Grant Hyde, Senior Partner + recent Global Client Service Award WinnerWelcome back to #KatieTalks for 2019. There are heaps of great interviews in store for you this year, but to get started is an interview that will make you sit back and think about whether you really are committed to developing great relationships with colleagues and clients.
Senior Deloitte Partner Grant Hyde talks about two interesting themes, developing seriously incredible client service and authentic team leadership. I have long been inspired by Grant's different and honed approach to building relationships, prepare to challenge your thinking.
Later in the episode we get into Grant's other true passion...2019-02-1344 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Bec Dyce Digital Campaign Specialist with the Global Deloitte teamThis week's podcast is with digital and social oracle Bec Dyce.
We explore a range of topics including how social companies are responding to issues surrounding fake news as well as some of the reasons that Bec has chosen a career that focuses on social. I learn something every time that I speak with Bec, you're going to really enjoy this discussion.
Fully disclosure, this podcast series has benefited from the deep expertise of my friend and colleague Bec.
2018-11-2740 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Diana O'Brien, Global Chief Marketing Officer at DeloitteI am delighted to share this week’s podcast with Deloitte’s Global Chief Marketing Officer Diana O’Brien.
Diana explores a number of really interesting learnings from her career including the fact that she sees great benefits to working globally much earlier in our careers. Some of the benefits include learning to listen more deeply and understanding the importance of empathy.
Diana shared with me that the one element that she would change about today’s business environment is that we should all be more kind. No consulting jargon there, a very straightforward and poignant...2018-11-2724 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Suzanne Gylfie Managing Director - US Brand and Marketing at DeloitteThis week’s podcast is a really engaging one with one of Deloitte's senior marketing leaders.
Suzanne provides some sage advice on depersonalising things that are happening around you. Long may we remember that people almost never get out of bed thinking about how they are going to pi** us off today.
Suzanne encourages listeners to try to say yes to people and I really liked her suggestion that we do something better than they need to be done.
Find out somebody’s motivation and help them. You will enjoy this inspiring conversation.
2018-11-2739 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with John England, Global Oil and Gas Lead Client Services Partner with DeloitteThis week's podcast is with John England, how until recently lead the Energy and Resources Practice for Deloitte in the US.
I first met John four years ago in Melbourne and was delighted to continue our conversation in his hometown of Houston. John had some really interesting observations on a number of topics including how he built his career, really listening to people and developing deep expertise.
You will also hear a delightful anecdote about how his daughters nearly fostered a dancing career, Nutcracker anyone?!
2018-11-2721 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Andrew Slaughter, Director, Deloitte Center for Energy SolutionsThis week's podcast is with Andrew Slaughter, the Executive Director of Deloitte Center for Energy Solutions in Houston, the Energy Capital of the World. I first met Andrew several years ago and was delighted to continue our conversation in his adopted hometown of Houston.
2018-11-2732 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Amy Lewis, Managing Director, Transformation Leader, DeloitteThis is a really interesting discussion with one of Deloitte's senior marketing leaders. Some key takeaways include shifting how you think about work and less about 'what's in it for me'. Amy implores listeners to think more about doing good work and about what you can contribute, what you will learn in any project.
We hear more about leading by doing great work and taking care of clients and people. We must take people along on the journey, and a big one for some of us extroverts, get comfortable with silence!
I particularly enjoyed Amy's...2018-11-2733 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks, with Doug Ryder, 'Team Dimension Data' for Qhubeka Team PrincipalI spoke with Doug Ryder, 'Team Dimension Data' for Qhubeka Team Principal.
Doug is a South African cycling icon and Olympian turned leader of the first ever African registered team in the Tour de France.
The team also achieved it's bicycles change lives goal of raising funds to put 5000 students on bicycles.
2018-11-2724 min#KatieTalks#KatieTalks with Marlene Motyka, Global Deloitte Renewable Energy LeadI am fortunate to be spending two exciting months in Deloitte's Chicago office. I am delighted to have the opportunity to spend time with a number of our global experts, thinkers and leaders.
While immersing myself in a different culture, within a much larger team I am speaking to different leaders and sharing thought-provoking, relevant and influential takeaways.
I spoke Marlene Motyka Deloitte's Global Renewable Energy Lead, listen in for some great messages around shaping your career and how her career could have taken a very different turn.
2018-11-2742 min
She Knows the WayKatie Bennett: Impact, Purpose, & Why Self-Care MattersKatie Bennett is a Co-Founder and Certified Coach at Ama La Vida, an innovative coaching company which helps people to find and design a career that brings them both deep fulfillment and phenomenal success. Katie and I talked about… Why looking outside yourself for solutions – in career, life, or health – isn’t a sustainable or effective way to reach your goals Why millennial and younger leaders prioritize mind/body health as a key part of corporate culture Katie’s tips for getting the real scoop on company culture before you accept a job The a-ha moment in her 20s...2018-09-0431 min
Surviving SarahEpisode 134: Katie Bennett | Learning To Embrace What Matters MostKatie Bennett joins me today. She is a wife and mom of three with one on the way. She and her husband have a podcast called “Embracing a Simpler Life in Light of Eternity” and she recently published the book Heavenly Minded Mom. We sit down and have a conversation around the idea of what it means to embrace a heavenly perspective, how God used a really hard season of life to help propel her faith forward and some practical ways to gain perspective. Links: Katie's book: Heavenly Minded Mom: A 90 Day Journal to Embrace What Matters...2018-07-1000 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityThe Idol of an Easy LifeOur culture (and our human nature) condition us to expect and desire an easy life. Rather than serving, we want to be served. Rather than sacrifice, we want comfort. In this episode of the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast we will be exposing the idol of an easy life, considering the value of "easy" in eternity, and taking a look at what the Bible has to say about all of these things. Scriptures Referenced James 1:12, “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trail, for when he has stood the test he will rece...2018-06-2819 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityUnblinded Faith with Elisa PulliiamWhat does it mean to believe God's word, no matter what? How do we live with unshakable hope, unblinded faith, and sights clearly set on heaven? That is exactly what we're talking about in this week's episode of the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast! Elisa Pulliam shares her story of hardship, along with God's receptive work in her life and all He's taught her through His word about faith regardless of circumstances. Elisa has so much wisdom to share, I know you will be blessed! All things Elisa! Elisa Pulliam is passionate about he...2018-05-3029 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityMaking Sense of Suffering in Light of EternityWe are so excited to be back after an impromptu break from podcasting over the past month or so. The reason? We're expecting another baby! Between "book launch burn out" and first trimester, it was time to rest. This week on the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast we are tackling an incredibly difficult topic: suffering. In fact, suffering is the thing that stands between many people and faith in God, because they don't understand how a good God could allow it. At the very least, most of us wrestle with this and struggle to understand. We do.2018-05-2123 min
More to Be Podcast#132: Be Heavenly Minded with Katie BennettOn this episode of the More to Be Podcast, Elisa Pulliam is joined by fellow author, Katie Bennett, for the Unblinded Faith Series, inspired by Elisa's newest devotional book, Unblinded Faith: Gaining Spiritual Sight Through Believing God's Word.Meet Katie BennettKatie Bennett is the author of Heavenly Minded Mom and the creator of the Embracing a Simpler Life blog and podcast, where she encourages women stop loving the world and instead follow Jesus with everything they've got. She and her husband Mitch live in a small town in rural Missouri with the...2018-05-1448 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityMotherhood in Light of Eternity Part 2: On Making DisciplesWhat does God want from us as Christian parents? What are His goals for our children? How do we work toward those goals? These are all questions we're considering in today's episode as we explore what it means to live out the Great Commission as mothers. Join us as we look at: Why discipleship matters What this is exactly How the Great Commission applies to motherhood How this might look on a practical level Episode Links Order Heavenly Minded Mom here! If you are willing, you can leave a review on Am...2018-04-0419 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityMotherhood in Light of Eternity Part 1: On ServingWelcome to our first ever mini-series! In honor of the launch of my new book Heavenly Minded Mom, we will be spending the next two episodes looking at what it means to mother in light of eternity. The truth is, motherhood sanctifies us because it teaches us that real love is linked to sacrifice. And we get to practice it every single day. Episode Links! (Be sure to click through all three!) Heavenly Minded Mom: Order here Pre-order bonuses: Claim them Facebook Party: RSVP now ...2018-03-3019 min
Off The Bench with Heidi St. JohnHeavenly Minded Mom with Katie Bennett – Part 2 – 582God is the source of all good things, and it’s critical that we pass this concept on to our children. Join me with my new friend, Katie Bennett as we spend our second podcast talking about living simply in light of eternity. It’s another way we can join in #becomingmomstrong !
Katie Bennett is the creator of the Embracing a Simpler Life blog and podcast, and the author of Heavenly Minded Mom, through each of which she encourages women stop loving the world and instead follow Jesus with everything they’ve got. She and her husband Mitch live outside of a...2018-03-1615 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityMy Story of Following God: The "making of" Heavenly Minded MomIsn't it amazing to see what God will do as we take steps forward in obedience? That's the story behind Heavenly Minded Mom, and in this episode, Katie shares the unfolding of the vision behind the book, the cool "God-moments" sprinkled in throughout the process, and a the behind the scenes process of writing and publishing. We hope you'll be encouraged that God is up to something in each of our lives if only we take the next step forward in faith. Episode Links My book: Heavenly Minded Mom...2018-03-1421 min
Off The Bench with Heidi St. JohnHeavenly Minded Mom, with Katie Bennett – Part 1 – 579God is the source of all good things, and it’s critical that we pass this concept on to our children. Join me with my new friend, Katie Bennett as we talk about living simply in light of eternity. It’s another way we can join in #becomingmomstrong !
Katie Bennett is the creator of the Embracing a Simpler Life blog and podcast, and the author of Heavenly Minded Mom, through each of which she encourages women stop loving the world and instead follow Jesus with everything they’ve got. She and her husband Mitch live outside of a small town in rura...2018-03-0917 min
Embracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityLiving a Life of Spiritual Discipline with Leigh Ann DuttonWhen we become believers, we are given the privilege of entering into a restored, love relationship with the very God who created us. There is an incomprehensible glory and weightiness in that calling. We learn what it means to take up our cross (sacrificing "self") in order to follow Him. Maturing in Christ is our responsibility, but what does that look like? Join guest Leigh Ann Dutton and me as we talk about living a life of spiritual discipline, including: What are spiritual disciplines? How do we find motivation to practice spiritual disciplines? Why...2018-02-2727 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityHow to Actually Believe God and Why It MattersSo much of what we invest our time into during this life will not matter eternally. Every worldly thing we build will ultimately crumble. Every personal accomplishment will die with us, or shortly there after. All our work will come undone. But God, in His grace has breathed purpose back into our living under the sun. He has instilled here some things that will remain after the end. These things can be interwoven into every part of our lives, should we choose to embrace them. I'm talking about faith...2018-02-1518 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityMedia Choices in Light of Eternity (TV Edition)Have you ever wondered what the Bible has to say about the media we choose to consume? That's an important question to consider, which is why we're talking about it in this episode of the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast! Together, we will consider: How does eternal perspective illuminate our media choices? Could there be redeeming benefits in TV watching? What is the difference between idleness and rest? What does it look like to take practical steps to get to a better place with TV-watching choices? Join us! Scriptures Referenced ...2018-01-3029 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityConsidering Big Purchases in Light of EternityWe all make big purchases at some point during our lives (furniture, a car, a computer, a house, a vacation home), and each of these things become a noteworthy investment of our resources on this earth. So how do we know if we're making a good decision in light of eternity? That's the question we (Mitch and Katie) are tackling in this episode of the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast. Join us as we consider: How to identify our heart motivation The freedom we have as Christ-followers What it means to live...2018-01-1624 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityDiscipline Before Desire: How to cultivate hunger for God in your lifeWe know that we want to hunger and thirst for God, but sometimes we just... don't. And yet, each day we spend on this earth is a holy opportunity to live in an eternally meaningful way. If we fail to do that, the opportunity is lost forever. If we allow ourselves to wrap up in the wrong things, the implications are profound. If we allow ourselves to love the world more than our Savior, the results are tragic. So, is there a way to cultivate desire for God in our lives where it lacks? We...2017-12-3033 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityOur Challenge for You in 2018: Read the Bible in a YearHave you ever taken the time to read the Bible through? If not, we think now is the time. If so, we want you to consider reading it again, and within a year. Join us as we cast vision for the importance of living in light off the whole counsel of the eternal word of God. Additional Resources Why You Should Read the Bible Through in a Year in 2018 blog post-- Similar to this podcast in a more easily consumable and sharable format. One Year Bible*-- The Bible divided up into 365 readings and da...2017-12-1917 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityHow to Make Much of Jesus this Christmas Season Christmas is a confusing holiday. There are two seemingly unrelated storylines unfolding, one is about baby Jesus and the other is all Santa. This week on the Embracing a Simpler Life podcast we will sort it all out, explain why we celebrate Christmas as we do and how these two celebrations are related. Join me (Katie), as I offer you some deep felt inspiration along with many practical suggestions for making much of Jesus in your holiday celebration this year. Additional Resources Why Do We Call it Christmas? By Phil Vischer In which I e...2017-12-0531 minEmbracing a Simpler Life in Light of EternityRedeeming Christmas Gift GivingThe practice of giving Christmas gifts has potential to be holy and precious, and yet somewhere along the way, we have gone astray. Instead of joy, we feel stress at the prospect of figuring out what to get for so many people, not to mention paying for them all. Instead of gratitude and love, our children feel a sense of let down after the last gift has been opened. Instead of slowing down to turn our hearts to the Lord and savor time with our families during the holiday season, we rush and bustle. It doesn't have t...2017-11-2121 min