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AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 71: Walking with Lightness as an Imitator of Christ With Brittany Navarro" If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." James 1:5You got the job? Now what! Getting there is half the battle! Navigating the work place as a believer can be daunting and discouraging but it doesn't need to be that way. The Bible has clearly stated our purpose that work and in this conversation Brittany and I recount biblical knowledge and our life experiences in the office that I hope help and encourage you!!! 2025-06-0646 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 70: Katherine Manuel on How the Lord Delights in YOU! (Fighting Legalism)"You shall no more be termed Forsaken,[a] and your land shall no more be termed Desolate,[b]but you shall be called My Delight Is in Her," Isaiah 62:4.Katherine and I have had some truly life-giving conversations about breaking free from legalism and stepping into the freedom that the cross offers. For so long, I lived as if I had to earn Christ’s approval—forgetting that the standard has already been met in Him. Katherine has been on a similar journey, learning to believe, deep down, that the Lord delightsin her—not becau...2025-04-1146 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 69: Catelyn Greene on Finding your Passion & Using it to Point to Christ(& a conversation on trusting Jesus in ANXIETY!)This week I sat down again with my longtime friend and another returning guest, Catelyn Greene soon to be Miller !!! We discuss how she handled post grad career decisions and changes and, how you can do the same. We get into her life as a teacher and how to be intentional with co-workers and work with excellence as worship to the Lord. We also get candid about overcoming anxiety at work and bringing it to the Lord’s feet as well as finding peace through the power of...2025-02-1148 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 68: Emily Fletcher on Pre-Eclampsia, the life of a NICU mom & the Goodness of GodIT’S BACK !!!!! After a short break, I am so excited to bring Authentic back and eager to see what the Lord does with this next chapter !!! Our first full episode back is a GOOD one and a long one to make up for lost time !!! My dear friend and mentor, Emily Fletcher, sat down with me and shared her pregnancy, birth, and NICU journey. She gives us the gift of vulnerability and all of her emotions and feelings during such challenging times, as well as how she still felt and saw the Lord’s goodness in the face of s...2025-02-021h 35AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 67: Advent 2024a quick little advent ramble.
"who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped,but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross." Phillipans 2:6-8
Annie F. Downs: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3YEgismqF7ii7Esys5g1kp?si=5a3681be289c4e93
John Piper Advent: https...2024-11-1511 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 66: Annabelle Williams on Bringing her Anxiety to the Lord"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6
Funny story, Anabelle and I had planned to record a podcast together back in August but because of an anxious spiral, we can to push it back. But praise God because now she is back for her to share what the Lord has taught her through this extra anxiety- filled season! His timing is always so much better than ours, and this isn't even...2024-11-0138 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 65: Abby Hwang on Navigating Seasons of Transitions, Singleness & ChangeAbby Hwang is back on the pod for round two and she is DROPPING ALLLL the wisdom!!! We sit down for a chat about what her life looks like in this season of transition and "waiting," and all that the Lord is teaching her. Abby goes into what it has looked like to surrender so many things in her life including her singleness and how that has freed her and refined her. Such a needed episode about reframing your focus to eternity. PLUS the funniest one yet !!!!
Jess Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7...2024-10-1144 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 64: Mary Claire Groves on Living Life Fully in Surrender to the Lord“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.” Galatians 1:10
Hi friends !!!!!!! This week’s episode sit & chat with the podcast queen herself, Mary Claire Groves !!!! We laugh about how much we love to dance and also get down to the root of what actually satisfies our souls. May Claire shares how the Lord radically changed her life and what it looks like change your view of God.
This episode...2024-09-2053 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 63: I’m in a Sorority Now What? With Andre Perron“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that[a] they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16
The biggest question I have been getting (and also asked myself) was how navigate sorority life after bid day! There are so many resources for rush but not enough for after it ends! So thought why not make a whole episode about it this with one of my favorite people, Andre !!!!!! Andre is the Greek Ministry Coordinator at the Refuge, and is extremely passionate about...2024-09-0153 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 62: A Conversation with Grandma: Finding Joy in ChallengesBONUS SURPRISE EPISODE FOR THIS WEEK !!!!! My sweet & wise Grandmother Carole Look !!! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
I ask her about:
the challenge of her husbands becoming paralyzed and how she trusted in the Lord and navigated life during that challenging but joyful time
looking back at her life what is important vs. what is not
how she has kept up with lifelong friendships and God-honoring community
becoming the last of her friends to be married
waiting on the L...2024-08-2745 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 61: Jasmine Anderson Robicheaux on Identity, Abandonment, Healing & God's Sovereignty“ Lord, open my lips,and my mouth will declare your praise. For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it; you will not be pleased with a burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.“ Psalm 51:15-17
For the one struggling with identity and needing to heal, the one who is feeing extremely unequipped and the one who is needing to take the next step of feeling uncomfortable: THIS IS FOR YOU !!!! Jasmine gets real and raw in a...2024-08-2358 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 60: Cate Biar on Trusting the Lord in All Sides of RecruitmentIn this week’s episode my sister Cate and I sit down and have an honest, fun and vulnerable conversation about all things rush! From how we both wish we could have changed our mindset going into the process, glorifying God in all your conversations and even how Cate picked a different house than me! We talk about all the things I WISH I could have known going into this process ! Praise the Lord for His presence in all these houses!!!! 2024-08-0430 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 59: Emily Groves on Being Faithful in the Little & Exercising Your Trust Muscle (Corporate Christians)"He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet[a] no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. That each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all their toil—this is the gift of God. " Ecclesiastes 3:11-14
Nothing is better than a phone call with a friend !!!!! For this week’s episode I called my friend Emily Groves and we talked about...2024-07-2657 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 58: Alyvia Earle on How You Can't Grow in the Comfortable!This week my fellow podcaster Alyvia Earle and I talk about stepping out of our comfort zones, living out the love of Christ, having a firm foundation in the Lord and always seeing the gold in people!!!! I'm so excited for you all to hear about how much of a light she is within her campus and how she channeled that into her own podcast, Liv Out Love! This episode is for anyone who is wanting to take a big risk in the name of ministry and also for anyone feeling like fear is holding them back. Let's live...2024-07-1930 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 57: Jessica Roberts on How Social Media Can Be a Beautiful Tool, Comparison & Fear of the FutureWelcome back to Authentic Season 3 !!!! I am so beyond thrilled to be back especially with Jessica Roberts being the first guest I have on. Jessica also just entered her post grad season and has the coolest job ever, she does the social media for Live Original. We sat down to talk about comparison with others in new seasons, using social media to glorify our creator, trusting God with our futures and knowing your identity. In episode for those in every stage of life and everyone on social media -- whether it's your job or not! An episode full of...2024-07-0528 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 56: The Heart Behind Corporate Christians“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24
As many of you know I am about to start working my 9-5 job, and I am so excited. There is something so special about working in an office everyday and seeing all the Lord will do in new environment. But, I know majority of the people I know are not eager to start work, feel lost, purposeless and that work...2024-05-1915 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 55: Klaire Deggs on Trusting the Lord’s Timeline: Turning a Passion into a Job, Contentment in Singleness and Confidence in Christ Alone"Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them." Pslam 139:16
Klaire Degg’s is one of my favorite people on the planet, so you know this conversation is gonna be good! Each week Klaire and I meet for discipleship and each week I wish we could share our convos with the world, and now we can !!!! We tackle three main topics this episode: how she found her talent and love for photography and how she uses it...2024-05-031h 08AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 54: Panel Night! With Emily Fletcher, Ali Enos, Amy Reilly, & Ali WilliamsA few weeks ago Refuge hosted a Greek Panel Night, a chance for older Greek women to impart wisdom from their time as believers within the Greek System. I recorded the conversation for you all to listen! We talk about everything from finding your identity in worldly things, mental health, seeing the Lord work in Greek life, being a witness and a light and so much more. Enjoy this sweet conversation and discussion with four incredible women! 2024-04-1651 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 53: Courtney Price on How Insecurity is Pride & How to Eliminate It
“ I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5
Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/6BZnmbTPW-Y
This week’s topic is a bit of #hottake but, full of such TRUTH! Courtney comes onto the pod today to talk about how insecurity is rooted in pride! Sounds like a contradiction but isn’t in the slightest. We talk about how pride is putting yourself on the p...2024-04-0136 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 52: Dating from a Christian Boys POV Ft. Brady Miller & Will DanielThis week's episode is VERY different and VERY highly-requested !!!! It's a super special and such a fun episode because it's my own version a Christian boys panel ! Two of my best friends fiancés (crazy I know!!!) graciously come onto Authentic to answer all your burning questions full of wisdom and encouragement, and very spirit-lead. All five of us talk about what Christian men look for, how to tell if a guy likes you, their ideal date, putting the Lord at the center of your relationships and so much more! This is for the girls who think they need t...2024-03-1358 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 51: Corporate Christians: Allie Johnston on How We Were Created to Work & Consuming Yourself with Jesus in the Process
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24
This week’s episode is the FIRST episode in the new series, Corporate Christains! We were created to work and serve, and work is a joy and a privilege, so why do we not see it as such!? Today I invited one of my wisest and most well spoken friends who also happens to be in the workfo...2024-03-0356 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 50: A Conversation About Resting in The Lord's Steadfast Love"We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. May your unfailing love be with us, Lord ,even as we put our hope in you." Psalm 33:20-22
Happy Valentine's Day! My gift to you is an incredibly chaotic yet vulnerable episode about resting in the Lord's steadfast love, finding greater intimacy with Jesus, waiting seasons that aren't really waiting seasons & how I am still single. (lol). I wanted to have an episode where I was honest and...2024-02-1423 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 49: Zoe Mekus on Making Hard Decisions, The Lord’s Faithfulness & Living as a Student Athlete“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Zoe has been through so much in her life but she has learned to kiss the wave that throws her onto the rock !!!! In this episode Zoe walks us through moments in her life and how the Lord showed her so much grace, relentless pursuit and faithfulness! We talk about the Lord’s character and how happy He is to call His children home! Zoe also was a student athlete so we dive into how that looked for her and also how...2024-02-0350 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 48: Emily Reynolds on Choosing Joy in All Circumstances, Being a Friend To All & When the Answer is No"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."Philippians 4:8
This episode is for the girls who are having difficulty finding hope in their current situations, for girls who can’t seem to trust what the Lord is doing, for girls who need endurance, for girls who need help loving those around them !!!!!! My sweet and encouraging friend Emily Reyolnds (and of course everyone's best friend) comes on the podcast to speak about how the Lo...2024-01-2537 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 47: Ella Foulkrod on Leaning on Jesus in Difficulty"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind." James 1:2-
I am...2024-01-061h 15AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 47: Living FREE!My word of the year for 2024, is FREEDOM. Freedom from sin, freedom from death and freedom from striving! To my surprise, when I was going through my Google Drive to prep for the podcast, I found an old blog post I had written called, Live Free. It was such a cool sign from the Lord and had so many good reminders about living in Christ and living in freedom. A quick and short little episode for you to listen in your car, on your next walk or when getting ready. A special treat from me (and God!) to you...2023-12-3111 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 46: Grace Walker on Not Letting Anxiety Get in the Way of Christ-Centered Friendships“The Spirit of the Lord will rest on him—
the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding,
the Spirit of counsel and of might,
the Spirit of the knowledge and fear of the Lord—“
Isaiah 11:2
What a vulnerable and encouraging episode !!!! If you are struggling with finding friends, making friends, building community, creating unity, forming reconciliation, anything friendship related under the sun: THIS IS FOR YOU! My friend Grace and I get deep in the hopes that you all listening won’t feel alone! We both open up about o...2023-12-1851 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 45: Kathryn Draughon on - Singleness, Surrender and Seeking First the Kingdom of God"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2
In today's episode I have my sweet friend Kathryn on the pod to talk about singleness and how she has used this season to find her identity in the Lord and the Lord only. We talk about feeling behind and comparing ourselves to others, or feeling like something is wrong with us because we are single...2023-11-0347 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 44: Gracie Petry on the Lord's Faithfulness & Trusting God When You Have Nothing Left"If we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself. " 2 Timothy 2:13. WHAT AN EPISODE !!! I have been waiting for forever to have Gracie on the show, and it did not disappoint in the slightest! Gracie's story is full of such vulnerability, strength, boldness, and the Lord’s faithfulness is so apparent. She uses so much scripture this episode and brings it back to the Lord constantly! The former Miss Teen Louisiana talks about how she was relying on physical things in her life rather than the Lord, and how she learned to fully rely on Him and Hi...2023-10-0944 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 43: Andre Perron on Owning your Testimony“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17
I just know you all are going to fall in love with Andre and what the Lord has done in her life if you haven’t hear already. Andre has such a powerful testimony that she shared on today’s episode, and has jumped right away into sharing it with others. We talk about how she was able to be vulnerable and own her story, and how you can do the same for the Glory of...2023-09-0549 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 42: Megan Dobbs on The Weight of the WaitFor girl who is struggling with the way they look
For the girl who is stressing over the number on the scale
For the girl waiting on everything from singleness to a new job
This is for you.
I was so so excited to record this week’s episode because I knew my conversation with Megan Dobbs was going to be encouraging, convicting and life giving, and it was all those things and more! Megan has her own Podcast, The Weight of The Wait, which was born out of t...2023-07-3053 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 41: All Things Freshman Year With Cate BiarRoles reversed! Today's episode is a little different because I have my younger sister Cate, an incoming Freshman in college, ask me questions about freshman year. Some of the questions she came up with, and some of the questions YOU guys came up with. In this episode we talk about finding community, standing firm in faith, how to not feel homesick and so much more. Cate gets vulnerable with her current feelings towards school, and I do with my freshman year trials as well. I pray this episode helps you feel not alone, know FOMO is not the end...2023-07-2327 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 40: Emily Ledbetter on Receiving Praise From the Wrong Audience“But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7
This week’s episode is sooo exciting because it’s with my new friend (we literally truly met for the first time a week before we recorded this) the one and only Emily Ledbetter! Emily gave an incredibly impactful talk at Refuge Women’s Conference on Body Image, and today we...2023-07-1636 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 39: All Things Sorority Recruitment !!! If you have listened to this podcast for a while now you know how passionate I am about greek life and rush as a whole. so, I thought it would be a fun idea to do a podcast not just for greek life but recruitment in general. And not just for girls going through rush, but also girls who are on the other side doing the rushing! Rush as a whole can bring out a lot of negativity and sin, on either side. And I wanted to do this episode to help girls see ways they can glorify and li...2023-07-0935 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 38: Kaitlyn Danos on Where She Is Now & Using Her Passions for a PurposeWHAT A FULL CIRCLE EPISODE !!!! Today I are celebrating a year of Authentic with my very talented friend and very first guest, Kaitlyn Danos. Kaitlyn took a bold leap of faith by transferring from LSU to Belmont this past year, and today we catch up with what this past year as looked like. We talk about how she has seen the Lord's faithfulness and all the joy Nashville as brought her. As well has how she has truly figured out the Lord's purpose for her life (hint... it's not as complicated as you would think) and how she has...2023-07-0251 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 37: Let's Talk About Waiting On God's Timing, Elf Dupes, Advancing The Kingdom & More!This weeks episode looks a little different than normal once again ... another solo Q&A!!!!! Like I have mentioned before my word of the year is surrender so I decided to once again do something a bit out of comfort zone. I asked you all to ask me questions in this episode and answered my favorite ones! I pray the Lord uses them to speak to you all and that also you can a learn a tiny bit more about me! I talk about postgrad fears, Greek Life, and all my favorite things. I Hope you enjoy this genuinely...2023-06-2634 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 36: Amy Reilly on Renewing Your Mind“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2
Today’s episode features the most requested guest on the pod ….. Amy Reilly! Amy is Andrew Reilly, the pastor at my college ministry, The Refuge’s wife. And she has one of the most significant impacts on young girls, more than anyone I know. She gave two powerful messages at women’s conference about pursing the Lord when you don’t fe...2023-06-1041 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 35: Ava Schweninger on How Growing Pains Are Good"Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life[a]?" Matthew 6:26-27
In this week's episode and my 35th one (crazy we are here already!!) I have my cousin and one of my role models Ava Schweinger on air. Ava is the Director of Christian Education at Holy Trinity in Edmond, Oklahoma. And I had so...2023-06-0550 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 34: Caroline Faulkinberry on Circuit Riders & When the Lord Flips Your Plans Upside DownThis week’s episode I had the chance to catch up with my friend Caroline who decided to take a gap year with Circuit Riders rather than go to College. Circuit Rider’s mission is to save the lost, revive the saved and train them all. We dive into Caroline’s experience this past year and gain lots of wisdom and solid advice. We talk about everything from the simple gospel, to the glory of God, to her favorite guest speakers, an average day and everything in between. This is an episode that will set you free from sin, shame...2023-05-2953 min
Overflow the podcastWE WANT TO INVITE YOU TO LIFE RETREAT!On this episode MM and Isla share more about what LIFE Retreat is, why it was created, and what to expect! LIFE Retreat is a retreat where women from all over the US come together to learn more about how to have a relationship with God. And practice living that out TOGETHER! We invited 3 past LIFE Retreat campers Bella Detlaff, Lauren Biar, and Julia Symonds to hear more about their experience and any advice they could give for if you are thinking about coming or already coming! We hope that if this is something tugging on your heart to come...2023-05-2555 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 33: Charlotte McLellan on What You Are Created For“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 10 For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
What an episode full of such VULNERABILITY and STRENGTH !!!! Charlotte is such a sweet and wise friend who willing shares her weakness and struggles on today’s episode, bu...2023-05-2032 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 32: Kinley Prichard on Living and Loving Deeply"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." 1 Peter 4:8
This week's episode is an exciting one !!! I met Kinley this summer on 30A but have been following her on Instagram since I was in middle school. It has been so cool how the Lord has brought us together recently, but been planting the seed for so long! Kinley is an incredible guest who you may know from many places, from Instagram, TikTok Vsco and so much more, she is an influencer IT girl and an icon in the 30...2023-05-1431 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 31: Maggie Thomas on How Your Greek Letters Are Secondary!Today’s episode was a long time coming with Refuge Greek Girls Coordinator and graduating LSU Phi Mu, Maggie Thomas! Maggie is such an inspiration to many down the row at LSU< >2023-05-0742 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 30: Mary Patton Murphy on Be Loved, Be Bold“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12
What a sweet and encouraging conversation with my new friend and huge inspiration to be: Mary Patton! Mary Patton is the host of the Be Loved, Be Bold Podcast. This episode is so special to me and truly an example of the Lord’s faithfulness because, her podcast was actually a huge inspiration and catalyst the Lord used into having me start Authentic! In this episode we have a conversation about what it looks like to...2023-04-2325 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 29: Natalie Wilson on Being All In Wherever You Are (Being A Believer Abroad)“Comfort is what is distracting, and that is one of the biggest tools the devil can use to bring us away from the Lord” Today’s episode is with one of my first college friends — and not to mention one of the coolest people I know! Natalie is so much fun and so wise, and this episode’s focus is her recent semester spent in France. We talk about what lead to going to France, and how she had to learn to be present where she was before her time there! Natalie talks about how much she was taken out of her...2023-04-1833 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 28: Isabella Latuso on Bringing God Into Conversations"For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel—not with wisdom and eloquence, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power." 1 Corinthians 1:17. In today's episode I have such a fun and filling conversation with my fellow 30A buddy and social media queen Isabella! Isabella is a is a college student and influencer who recently just went on a mission trip to Italy. Italy seems like a place that would be overflowing with believers, but the churches there are empty! Isabella and her group had the chance to speak to the students of a...2023-04-0339 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 27: Kelsey Day on People Pleasing & Comparison"But just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not to please man, but to please God who tests our hearts." - 1 Thessalonians 2:4. Today's episode is a long time coming, and with my role model and friend Kelsey Day (soon to be Bath!). It was inspired by an amazing message she gave this past year at Refuge Women's Conference. People pleasing and comparison can be extremely debilitating to anyone and especially to those who follow Jesus. Kelsey gives examples of how this has impacted her own life and how after...2023-03-2636 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 26: Carol Ann Harrison on Her Authentic Self“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." Matthew 5:14-16. In today's episode I have one of my sweetest friends and first college friends, Carol Ann Harrison! During this episode we talk about how Carol Ann had tried so hard to fit in and be someone she was not and constantly strive for other peoples approval. And it was honestly exhausting and not realistic. She began to ask the questions: What an...2023-03-1344 min
AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 25: Flora DeMoss on Waiting SeasonsSO HYPED to introduce this WITH LOVE COLLAB !!!!! Flora DeMoss is an absolute joy to be around and such light and salt on this Earth. It was super sweet to get to sit down with her and discuss waiting seasons in our lives. Whether you are waiting for a job, to be in a relationship, or to be freed from a difficult situation the Lord is still purposeful in faithful in that time. Flora brings solid wisdom and truth when it comes to how we can make an idol out of the future miss the sweet moments the Lord has...2023-03-0524 min
With LoveFriendships! Finding Them, Navigating Them, & Their ImportanceOn this episode, we sit and chat with friend and fellow podcaster, Lauren Biar, to dive into all things friendship. Going into finding faith-filled friendships, the beauty and purpose of friendships that aren’t faith-based, and the importance of friendship and community in general, Lauren sheds so much truth and light on how a friend lives and loves in all times.2023-03-0526 min
AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 24: Mallory Wise on Trusting God Through Difficult Decisions & Heartbreak"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6. In today's episode I have my good friend and sorority big, Mallory Wise. Mallory has recently had to make some tough choices that have lead to some challenging times, and she speaks about them with such vulnerability this episode. She gives candid and solid advice when it comes to hearing the Lord's voice and ways she needed to listen to Him in her own life. She walks us th...2023-02-2634 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 23: Hensley Blackstone on Seeing the Lord’s Faithfulness in All Seasons"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19. WHOO HOO I am so excited for this weeks episode with my sweet and dear friend Hensley Blackstone! Hensley is truly someone who does it all-- leads worship at refuge, plans our social events for pi phi, has a clothing account and love others with her whole heart! I have loved getting to do life with her these past two years. In today's episode we talk about seeing the Lord's faithfulness in all seasons, how to deal with waiting seasons...2023-02-2030 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 22: SOLO Q&A W/ Lauren !This weeks episode looks a little different ... my first solo Q&A! This is out of comfort zone but my goal for the year is to cling to Christ and be bold!!! Plus this was a highly requested episode, and I am amazed by the amount of questions asked. Hopefully you all get to know me a bit better and learn a little bit more about God's character through this episode. I speak about everything from being an intentional friend to my favorite skincare products and everything in between. Hope you enjoy this genuinely AUTHENTIC episode with me !!!!! 2023-02-0930 min
Celebrating JoyEP. 07 Authentic w/ Lauren BiarIt was such a joy getting to sit and talk with Lauren about how the Lord is using her in this season of life! Lauren has a podcast of her own, Authentic, and we talk about the importance of living an authentic life.2023-02-0322 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 21: Kaydi’Ann Vance on Suffering & PainJesus suffered too--“Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” Romans 5:3-5.
Today’s episode is a raw and honest conversation with my sweet friend Kaydi’Ann. Kaydi’Ann suffers a brain condition but that does not stop her from praising and glorifying God. She shares solid wisdom and truth about discovering new parts of God’s charact...2023-01-2925 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 20: Stephanie Clary on Resisting TemptationFirst episode of season 2! I am back from the break and ready to go! This week’s episode is with my dear friend Stephaine! She gets very vulnerable in sharing her journey with sin, and sexual sin in particular. We talk about resisting temptation, practical steps to take, and also knowing and resting in the fact that you are forgiven and loved. Steph is so wise and speaks tons of truth about the Lord and His character, how He knows best and how much He loves us. She explains and breaks things down in a beautiful and easy to un...2023-01-2142 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 19: A Conversation With MomHappy New Year! Today’s episode and the last of season 1 (wow what a year and a first season PRASIE JESUS!) I have my most HIGHLY requested guest.. my Mom! I believe there is so much value in gaining wisdom from believers older than you, and my mom is a wonderful example of a Christ honoring role model. I am so excited to share the conversation with you all, with plenty of laughs, advice and fun stories about my moms life! From her D.C days to her dads stroke while in college, my moms life is nothing short of...2023-01-0235 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 18: Mary Turner on JOY!EEEKK !!! So over the moon to get to talk to someone has cool and humble as Mary Turner. Mary has accomplished so much for the kingdom already, and as just a junior at Baylor! She has her own clothing company Joyful Apparel, is writing a book and also now is the host of her own podcast. In today's episode we have a chat about joy, and how it comes from the Lord and not our circumstances. We talk about finding joy in hard seasons, as well as passing on a smile and being a light! We also have a...2022-12-2335 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 17: Jaycie Martin on Singleness & Trusting God's PlanOn today's episode I get the chance to talk to my friend and recent graduate -- Jaycie Martin! Jaycie is truly the definition of a ray of sunshine, magic in human form and such a great example of Christ's love. She cares for people so deeply and also works harder than anyone else I know. During this episode she gets extremely vulnerable and shares her journey with singleness as well as trusting the Lord with her future. (Whether that be a relationship or future job.) She speaks such truth over listeners and lets them know they are not alone i...2022-12-1842 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 16: Anna Brouillette & Finding Your Identity in the Lord“If you worry about the opinions of other people you are idolizing and worshiping those people over God.” Identity. Such a difficult thing and something we try to find in everything But the Lord. In this raw and honest episode by dear friend Anna and I have a chance to talk about this topic. Anna recently had a major life change and has noticeably found her true identity and total confidence in being a child of God. I just had to have her on the podcast to speak about this and share her wisdom with you all. We talk abou...2022-12-1131 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 15: Izzy Saloom on the Wonder of GodIzzy is a rockstar. I truly am in awe of her every time I am with her !!! I met her through Instagram over the summer and instantly knew she was incredible. She is a freshman here at LSU and getting to do life with her this semester has been a dream. Izzy is so wise and has such a hunger for the Lord. She is unbelievably brilliant when she speaks and she can sing like nobody's business. Seeing her passion for the Lord and ministry and for others to know him is so inspiring !!! I cannot wait for you...2022-12-0640 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 14: Mal Fern & Eryn Kennedy on How Knowledge is a Gift From God!As finals begins to approach, I thought this would be the perfect episode to release! Mallory and Eryn are some of my wisest and most hard-working friends, and they truly exemplify what it means to put your heart and soul into something. They both make school a priority in their lives and have majors that require them to do so to the fullest extent. As someone who struggles with balancing school and my faith myself -- I thought I would bring on two friends who do this well. They give tons of advice on balance, where to put your...2022-11-2639 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 13: Lynsey Hamblin on Standing Firm in Faith"Know what you truly believe in, stand in that, and see the goodness that comes from that." In today's episode I met with my sweet friend and coworker Lynsey! Lynsey started her own business WITHSTAND THE TIDES during COVID and has seen an extreme amount of fruit from it! Her business is based on standing firm in faith and that is displayed beautifully throughout her life. We have a candid conversation about Lynsey's health and how she was able to still stand firm in faith throughout these health issues. We speak about how she comes up with creative ideas...2022-11-2024 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 12: Katherine Manuel on The Great Commission & Trusting God Missions are not for “super Christians” who are "super-tight"with the Lord, but for every believer. The Bible talks from Genesis to Revelation about his name being exalted among the nation, that is a quote from Katherine this episode and such a wisdom filled nugget. In today's episode I have my dear friend and one of my role models -- Katherine. Katherine is someone whose heart is LITERALLY on fire for the nations, and has such cool experiences and ways the Lord has shown his heart for the world in her life. She speaks about those experiences, how the Lord...2022-11-0137 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 11: Cate Biar on Being a SisterThis episode was so much fun and little different because ... it was with my sister CATE! Cate is a fireball of energy and spirit, a determined to always have the right thing prevail. She is so funny and we have the best time together, which is really heard throughout this episode. She has a big heart and is always looking out for those who may feel left out or overlooked. She is also fashion icon and will be able to style you for every occasion. Not to mention she recently was just baptized this past summer, and has wholeheartedly s...2022-10-1629 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 10: Kendra Evans & Camp MinistryToday's episode is with one of my favorite people and on one of my favorite topics! Kendra Evans is one of my longtime friends who has been a constant source of true genuine friendship in my life. Camp has been a huge part of her testimony and been a beautiful way for her to encounter the Lord. In this episode we talk about all the benefits of camp, how the Lord uses is and how it can be a special place for many people to met Jesus for the first time. We also speak about what to do when...2022-10-1145 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 9: Allie Johnston on Our Body is a Temple & What We Do With it Matters 1 Corinthians 6:10-20 !!!!: Our body is a temple and what we do with it matters. This episode is a topic close to my heart, and one of my favorite episodes I have gotten to record! Allie is one of the greatest women I know. Allie and I became friends my freshman year and she has constantly been a role model for me since then. She is so on fire and so in pursuit of the Lord in her life. This episode we talk about all things body image, fitness, food & how to glorify the Lord through it all. It's a t...2022-10-0340 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 8: Maia Billman & Isla Eyzaguirre on trusting the Lord is goodWhat a JOY and a absolute honor it was to get to sit down with two women who I admire so much: Maia & Isla. These are two of the coolest yet wisest women you will ever meet and I had the privilege of getting to know both of them better this past summer. After learning more about each of their stories, I knew they had to be on the podcast one day! Maia is the creator and founder of MM Designs a clothing company that’s aim is to spread love, truth and light. She also has brought a co...2022-09-2641 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 7: Molly Anderson & Emma Danos: How to Survive CollegeIt was so much fun to get to have two of the sweetest sophomore girls I know drop so major wisdom on this podcast episode. Molly and Emma talk about how to look set apart while in college, how to find community and practical and applicable ways to live out your faith while being a college student. They speak on the Lord's steadfast love and faithfulness and how we can cling to that during rough seasons, challenging lab reports and sorority events. My heart for this episode is that girls listening would feel like they are not alone when...2022-09-1946 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 6: Brittany & Brandy Navarro on "GODfidence" in the workplace and schoolWhat a truth filled episode! Brittany and Brandy are two LSU Alumni and some of the biggest encouragers in my life. They speak with such wisdom and true genuine joy from the Lord! In today's podcast we focus on how to have "God"fidence in the workplace and at school, how to find your purpose and be bold in those spaces. We speak about how to frame your mindset towards school and work, how to be a light to those around you. And how no one should be limited to the love of Christ. They give tangible resources and...2022-09-0454 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 5: Catelyn Greene & Emily Groves: There is no condemnationToday's episode is full of vulnerability, boldness and how freedom is found in Christ. I had the absolute JOY of getting to chat with my two best friends, Catelyn Greene and Emily Groves. Both women are bold and authentic in talking about their sin struggles and temptations, and how they found healing and freedom through the cross. This episode is full of solid wisdom, tips on accountability and all ultimately glorifying the Lord. My hope for everyone listening is that they know they are not alone, they are loved and known, they are forgiven, and how important community is...2022-08-2852 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 4: Abby Hwang & Greek LifeWhat a timely episode! Abby drops some wisdom when it comes to be a Christian in Greek Life. We speak about how to not make it your identity, how to go into rush with a Christ-like midst, how to find community, and how to love others well as a current member. Abby Hwang is a junior and Tri Delta at The University of Texas, and also one of my longtime best friends. She is bold, kind, and brave, and those traits are displayed throughout the episode. We have some laughs, throwbacks and reflect on the faithfulness of the Lord. S...2022-08-1536 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 3: Emily Prather Fletcher & How the Lord Sustains UsI had the absolute joy of getting to interview my friend and mentor Emily Prather Fletcher. Emily speaks such wisdom and pours out truth as she speaks. This episode is filled with so much goodness and truth, and you will be writing down every world she says! We talk about everything from makeup products, big moves, to depression, and body image, and most importantly how the Lord has sustained her and been faithful through it all. Emily has said yes to Jesus in so many parts of her life, and is obedient in her actions. There is so much t...2022-08-0748 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 2: Olivia Brown on Friendships & Mental HealthToday I had the wonderful joy of getting to talk with my friend of over ten years, Olivia Brown. Olivia spoke about friendships, lonely seasons and her journey with mental health. We also got to talk about her recent YoungLife trip, her time in Kappa and at Baylor, and about our friendship as a whole. Olivia is full of wisdom, and also sass, which comes out at the speed round portion towards the end of the episode. She is a bright light who will make you feel loved and not alone. An episode for all ages, and full of...2022-08-0143 minAUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarEpisode 1: Kaitlyn Danos & Discerning God's WillI had the pleasure of getting to sit down and interview my friend singer/songwriter Kaitlyn Danos. Kaitlyn and I have been friends for years and she authentically shares details about her life and her walk with the Lord. We talk about her music career, a big move coming up, Greek Life, John Mayer, discerning the Lord's will and everything in between. Solid wisdom and advice for all ages, but especially those in college. Thankful for Kaitlyn's vulnerability and knowledge that she shares with us. Prayers you feel loved and equipped after listening!
Kaitlyn's Music: https://open...2022-07-2438 min
AUTHENTIC with Lauren BiarAUTHENTIC: TrailerWelcome to AUTHENTIC! Authentic is a place for us to be vulnerable, gain wisdom and encourage other believers. All with the end goal in mind of glorifying God. A reminder that you are not alone, you are loved, and you are cherished. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10- We will boast in our weakness! 2022-07-2301 min