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Nursing the NationBONUS Episode: Nursing is a Profession with Dr. Victoria Soltis-JarrettToday's bonus episode features a discussion based on the Department of Education's final proposed rule that will EXCLUDE graduate level nursing education from the professional federal student loan limits. Jamie and Melissa Anne discuss how this impacts nurses, patients, and the healthcare system at large with Dr. Victoria Soltis-Jarrett, while providing context to what exactly graduate level nursing is.Get more info, show notes, and follow us on Substack: https://nursingthenation.substack.com/
2026-02-091h 04
Nursing the NationBONUS Episode: The Cost of Compassion & Remembering Alex Petti, RNJamie and Melissa Anne address the escalating violence and the tragic loss of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a VA ICU nurse who was killed by ICE agents on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Minnesota. Speaking not just as nurses, but as witnesses to the "best and worst of humanity," they deliver an urgent message to those who have previously remained silent or supported the current administration’s immigration policies. Get more info, show notes, and follow us on Substack: https://nursingthenation.substack.com/
2026-01-2630 min
Nursing the NationBONUS Episode: Bobby's Dangerous ExperimentIn this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne unpack reports of a CDC-funded study in Guinea-Bissau that would randomize newborns to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine at birth versus a delayed dose, which is framed by RFK Jr. as “gold standard science.” They break down what decades of evidence say about Hep B transmission and why the birth dose matters, then dig into the ethical red flags of testing delayed protection in a hyper-endemic setting, including concerns about vulnerable populations, justice, and preventable harm. We also connect the this "gold standard science" experiment to research ethics frameworks and discuss potential inve...
2026-01-1244 min
Burning ButterfliesFree At Last! Free At Last! Melissa Is Free At Last!Chapter 7, Episode 18
We've brought you full circle in the podcast to where we began, but there's one last story we need to tell. Throughout this podcast we have hinted at the fact that Melissa is divorced from Froggy, but we've never told the story of the divorce. And in true Burning Butterflies fashion, it's a doozy!
2025-12-1941 min
Nursing the NationS1.E30 When Nurses Start Fact-Checking the NationAs Season One of Nursing the Nation wraps up, Jamie and Melissa Anne sit down for a lighter, reflective conversation about the surprises, challenges, and insights that shaped their first year behind the mic. From discovering that both the Senate and House have nursing caucuses (who knew?) to unexpected twists in health policy history, the season taught them just as much as it informed listeners. They also share personal updates,(Melissa entering the dissertation phase of her PhD and Jamie following close behind) and how their doctoral work and nursing practice continue to guide the show’s direction....
2025-12-0144 min
Nursing the NationS1.E28 MOCHA REDUX: MAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 5.2: The Misrepresentation of Gender Affirming CareIn the final installment of our MOCHA REDUX series, Jamie and Melissa Anne break down one of the most contentious sections of the MAHA report: gender-affirming care. This episode explores how the Trump administration and MAHA frame gender-affirming care as “child chemical and surgical mutilation”. This is a phrase echoed in a 2025 CMS press release that warned hospitals about “irreversible” interventions for gender dysphoria. We provide an update to this section of the MAHA report in light of their MAHA Strategy report released in September 2025, and reiterate that this rhetoric misrepresents transgender healthcare and ignores both medical and nursing guidelin...
2025-11-241h 17
Burning ButterfliesDing Dong, Froggy's Gone!Chapter 7, Episode 14
TW: abuse, DV, threatening murder
For nine years, Melissa has tried her very best to be the wife that God is calling her to be; even through Froggy's abuse, anger and addiction. So what was the straw that broke this camel's back and finally rid Melissa from his reign of terror?
This episode contains descriptions of domestic violence. If that is too much for you, please skip this episode and just know Froggy finally left Melissa's house.
You will also hear a cameo from Melissa's dogs in the background. If...
2025-11-211h 33Nursing the NationS1.E27 MOCHA REDUX: MAHA and Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 5.1: Rx Overload?In this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne revisit MAHA's claim that American children are dangerously overmedicalized. While acknowledging real problems like antibiotic overuse and chronic illness, we argue that the MAHA report manipulates data and misses the bigger picture. We debunk misleading claims about ear tube surgeries, ADHD treatment, and psychiatric medication use in children and adolescents, and call out how evidence is selectively used to fit an ideological narrative.Ultimately, Jamie and Melissa Anne emphasize that improving children’s health requires more than cutting prescriptions or regulating drug ads. It all comes back to social determinants of...
2025-11-1758 min
Burning ButterfliesThe Edgy Problem Children vs The Prim and PropperChapter 7, Episode 13
Melissa is one of the main leaders of women's retreat, giving the inspiration for the theme for the year. But little did she know that not only would this all go down the drain, but this would be her last experience with women's retreat ever.
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2025-11-1441 minNursing the NationS1.E25 MOCHA REDUX: MAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 4: American kids are overvaxxed?In this episode, we revisit the MOCHA report and unpack major updates in the U.S. vaccine landscape. Since July, ACIP has begun implementing MAHA’s “risk-benefit recalibration” of the childhood vaccine schedule, while a growing national lawsuit argues the administration is violating federal public-health mandates. Several states warn these changes could destabilize school-entry vaccine laws and access to care. Jamie and Melissa Anne also break down early insurance shifts, rising vaccine misinformation, and the growing patchwork of state-by-state immunization policies. Nurses and major medical organizations are speaking out and we’re here to explain what it all means for fami...
2025-11-101h 22
Burning ButterfliesFinding Our Voices: So This Is What Confidence Feels LikeChapter 7, Episode 12
Amanda is pushed over the edge and finally comes to the realization that Tom was lying about Barry the entire time. Meanwhile, Melissa finds the confidence within herself to push back against Froggy's controlling nature.
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2025-11-0734 min
Burning ButterfliesThe Tale of Two Visits: Miss America Under OrdersWith Amanda out of the office and Melissa distancing herself from the church in preparation to leave Froggy, Miss America is getting closer and closer to Charlotte. In this episode, Melissa and Amanda discuss the visits they made to Miss America's house - Amanda thinking she wanted to discuss church marketing and Melissa being ordered to go by Charlotte.
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2025-10-301h 05Nursing the NationS1.E23 MOCHA REDUX- MAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 2: Food dyes, pesticides, and forever chemicalsOn September 9, 2025 the MAHA commission released their strategic plan as the expected follow up for their initial report Make Our Children Healthy Again back in May of this year. Jamie provides a short intro of this episode's topic in light of the strategic plan and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Jamie and Melissa Anne are working on the nursing analysis of this strategic plan and will have an episode covering this in the near future. In the meantime, we thought it would be a great opportunity for us to revisit the series that launched our podcast in the s...
2025-10-2757 minNursing the NationS1.E22 MOCHA REDUX- Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 1: Ultra Processed FoodsOn September 9, 2025 the MAHA commission released their strategic plan as the expected follow up for their initial report Make Our Children Healthy Again back in May of this year. Jamie and Melissa Anne are working on the nursing analysis of this strategic plan and will have an episode covering this in the near future. In the meantime, we thought it would be a great opportunity for us to revisit the series that launched our podcast in the summer of 2025. Whether you want to review the topic with our experienced nurse perspective or if you are new to us and wan...
2025-10-2058 minNursing the NationS1.E21 What is Happening in Gaza is a Public Health CrisisIn this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne speak with nurse scholar Dr. Donna Perry about the war in Gaza, the resulting famine, and why we must view war as a public health crisis. Dr. Perry shares her peace work with Israelis and Palestinians, reframes the conflict through human dignity, and offers ways everyone can advocate for nonviolence and solidarity.For more information and resources, check out Nursingthenation.substack.com
2025-10-1341 minNursing the NationS1.E20 Tylenol and Autism, Part 2: The Bigger Picture of Misinformation & Medical MisogynyIn this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne look beyond the Tylenol–autism headlines to explore how autism is framed in society, from “cure” narratives to the neurodiversity movement. They unpack RFK Jr.’s rhetoric, the history of medical misogyny, and why autistic voices and women’s autonomy must be at the center of the conversation.For more information, please visit Nursingthenation.substack.com
2025-10-0638 minNursing the NationS1.E18 Why Correlation ≠ Causation: The Truth About Tylenol and Autism, Part 1In this episode of Nursing the Nation, Jamie and Melissa Anne break down the recent claims about Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism. They explore the history of acetaminophen, the evolution of autism research, and why the difference between correlation and causation matters. The hosts unpack how misleading headlines spread misinformation, highlight the strongest science we have to date, and share why Tylenol remains the safest option for fever and pain in pregnancy. This is part 1 of a two-part series.For more information, visit Nursingthenation.substack.com
2025-09-2952 min
Burning ButterfliesThursday Nights: Melissa Has EnoughChapter 7, Episode 6
Thursday Night Service has been nothing but worship and small groups for a few weeks now and Melissa and Froggy are leading a study. Their plan? Read through the Bible as married couples. A plan that is simple in premise, but difficult in execution. Froggy's grandparents continually try to have deep discussions on Biblical marriage (which is not what the study is about). And Froggy who is supposed to be the leader of the group is relying on Melissa to do all the work and make him look smart and competent. So what happens when...
2025-09-2630 minNursing the NationS1.E16 Why SSRI use in pregnancy does NOT require a black box warningThe FDA is considering a black box warning on antidepressant use in pregnancy, sparking fierce debate across women’s health and psychiatry. Jamie and Melissa unpack what a black box warning means, the science behind SSRIs in pregnancy, and the dangers of untreated perinatal mental illness, including suicide, the leading cause of postpartum death. With personal reflections, nursing perspectives, and evidence from the latest research, this episode tackles stigma, misinformation, and why healthy moms mean healthy babies.Head over to our Substack (nursingthenation.substack.com) for detailed show notes and resources.
2025-09-2258 minNursing the NationS1.E15 Gun Violence is a Public Health Crisis in the USGun violence is now the leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. In this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne examine the devastating impact of shootings on families and communities, share the data behind this uniquely American crisis, and outline common-sense reforms that can save lives.Visit our Nursingthenation.substack.com for more info and resources.
2025-09-1523 min
Burning ButterfliesHope 2020: Melissa's Women's Ministry DebutChapter 7, Episode 4
With the pandemic, the ladies can't travel up the mountain for retreat in 2020. With many women having pre-paid, Come As You Are needs to come up with something quick before ladies start asking for refunds. The solution? A conference! This will be Melissa's women's ministry debut, leading along side Brandi and Amanda will not be involved at all. Well, at least that was the plan.
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2025-09-121h 07
Nursing the NationComps Week BreakThis week Melissa is taking the comprehensive exams to move on to the dissertation phase of her nursing PhD education, so we are on a brief break! But we still want to hear from you- our email is nursing.nation.voice@gmail.com and visit us at Nursingthenation.substack.com.See you all next week!
2025-09-0804 min
Nursing the NationS1.E14- Soapbox Saturday: Bogus BootstrapsSoapbox Saturday is a segment of Nursing the Nation where either Jamie or Melissa Anne step up on their figurative soapbox and talk about something they feel strongly about. Today's Soapbox is all about social determinants of health: the economic, environmental, and social conditions that shape our well-being long before we step into a doctor’s office or hospital. Jamie challenges the narratives we've been fed as part of American grit and resilience and instead asks listeners to look upstream for the systemic causes of why some people never reach their full health potentials.For more on th...
2025-09-0615 min
Burning ButterfliesMelissa Plans Her EscapeChapter 7, Episode 3
Join Melissa and Amanda as they discuss Melissa's marriage after Froggy returned from helping his brother during COVID. The time away gives Melissa clarity and she begins to plot her escape. However, she still has to "do church."
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2025-09-0439 minNursing the NationS1.E13 Political Threats to Women’s Health in the United States: A Discussion with Heidi Collins Fantasia, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FNAP, FAANIn this episode of Nursing the Nation, Jamie and Melissa Anne sit down with Dr. Heidi Collins Fantasia to unpack how recent federal policies are threatening women’s health. From scrubbing women’s health content off government websites to cutting research funding and dismantling DEI programs, Dr. Fantasia explains the far-reaching consequences for women, families, and the future of nursing science.Dr. Heidi Collins Fantasia is a nurse with her PhD and a professor and department chair in the Solomont School of Nursing, Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. She is a board...
2025-09-011h 04Nursing the NationS1.E12- Why We Started Nursing the NationIn this episode of Nursing the Nation, co-hosts Jamie Bourgeois and Melissa Anne DuBois share their personal journeys into nursing and why they launched a podcast at the intersection of nursing, policy, and current events. From psych nursing to perinatal care, they reveal how nursing is far more than bedside work; it’s advocacy, holistic care, and a political force shaping everyday life.Make sure to check out Nursingthenation.substack.com and join the conversation!
2025-08-2521 min
Nursing the NationS1.E11- Shout Out Saturday: Amanda TrebachToday we’re launching Shout Out Saturday, a segment dedicated to celebrating nurses who live out the ethical core of nursing. This is a space to spotlight a fellow nurse who is truly living out the Nursing Code of Ethics. These are the nurses who remind us that our work doesn’t end at the bedside because nursing is also about advocacy, equity, and making an impact on the communities we serve. Our listeners know that Melissa Anne and Jamie are passionate about ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, fulfilling life and to r...
2025-08-2309 minNursing the NationS1.E10- Why Medicare Cuts Matter to Everyone: Breaking Down the One Big Beautiful Bill ActJamie and Melissa Anne take on the Medicare changes in The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBBA), signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. OBBBA makes significant (although less extensive than Medicaid) changes to Medicare that could still have major impacts on seniors and people with disabilities. While core benefits remain intact for those who still qualify, the law tightens eligibility for legal immigrants, excluding many who have paid into the system but lack green cards. It halts planned reforms that would have streamlined enrollment for low-income assistance programs, potentially leaving 1.4 million seniors without help paying premiums or co-pays...
2025-08-191h 09
Burning ButterfliesChapter 7 TrailerThis is it! The final chapter! In this last "minisode," Melissa and Amanda talk about how they have changed over the course of the podcast and what they are most looking forward to in this final chapter.
The first episode of Chapter 7 will drop on Thursday, August 21st at 6:30pm
2025-08-1737 minNursing the NationS1.E9- Why Medicaid Cuts Matter to EveryoneThis week, we unpack the sweeping new law formerly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill—now signed into law by President Trump. While it promises tax breaks and rural relief, it delivers historic Medicaid cuts, stricter eligibility requirements, and new barriers to care that could leave 12 million Americans uninsured. Jamie and Melissa Anne break down what this means for nurses, patients, and entire communities—arguing that these changes will harm everyone, not just those on public assistance. Spoiler: taking away healthcare isn’t a savings plan—it’s a public health crisis in the making.Full show notes...
2025-08-111h 12
Nursing the NationS1.E8- Soapbox Saturday: Why Nurses Are PoliticalSoapbox Saturday is segment of Nursing the Nation where Jamie or Melissa Anne step up on their figurative soapbox and talk about something they feel strongly about. In today's Soapbox, Jamie explains why nurses are political, and why you should, too. This means a commitment to civic engagement for just and equitable health policy at local, national, and global levels.Nursing the Nation a podcast where we dissect today's headlines through the uniquely insightful lens of the nurse. Join your hosts, Jamie & Melissa Anne, as they use their nursing expertise to navigate the complexities of national events...
2025-08-0910 minNursing the NationMAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 5.2: The misrepresentation of gender-affirming careIn the second half of our series finale, Jamie and Melissa Anne take on one of the most inflammatory claims in the MAHA commission’s MOCHA report: that gender-affirming care is “child chemical and surgical mutilation.” We unpack how this rhetoric misrepresents transgender healthcare and ignores both medical guidelines and clinical realities.We explore the 2024 HHS review of transgender youth care—heavily criticized by the AAP for excluding experts and endorsing discredited “exploratory therapy”—and reveal surprising ties between the report's cited sources and hate groups like Genspect. Jamie shares her clinical experiences supporting trans youth, including a powerful sto...
2025-08-071h 09Nursing the NationMAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 5.1: Rx Overload?In the (almost) final episode of Decoding “Make Our Children Healthy Again”: What Nurses Want You to Know, co-hosts Jamie and Melissa Anne examine one of the MAHA commission’s most controversial claims: that American pediatric care is dangerously overmedicalized. The MOCHA report criticizes the use of medications, surgeries, and even routine lab tests in children as examples of systemic overtreatment.Jamie and Melissa Anne acknowledge valid concerns (like the overuse of antibiotics) but argue that the report distorts data and omits essential context. For instance, the claim that ear tube surgery is harmful is based on a misi...
2025-07-2854 min
Burning ButterfliesFroggy During Covid: Melissa Finds Herself AgainChapter 6, Episode 11
Throughout the pandemic, Froggy travels out of state to work for his brother. This time apart is not only good for Froggy (who is finding fulfillment in his work) but also for Melissa (who is getting her groove back without the abusive cloud of Froggy looming over her).
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2025-07-2554 minNursing the NationMAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 4: American kids are overvaxxed?In this episode, Jamie and Melissa Anne tackle the fourth major claim in the MAHA Commission’s MOCHA report: that American pediatric care is overmedicalized, with too many vaccines. While the original plan was to explore the broader claim about overuse of medications and mental health care, the complexity of vaccine misinformation—especially from RFK Jr.—warranted a dedicated episode.The hosts break down the MOCHA report’s critique of the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule, which calls for more clinical trials using true placebos, larger sample sizes, and longer follow-up periods. It also suggests the U.S. gives...
2025-07-211h 08Nursing the NationMAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 2: Food dyes, pesticides, and forever chemicalsIn part two in the series on the MAHA report, Jamie and Melissa Anne continue their critical look at the “Make Our Children Healthy Again” (MOCHA) report from a nursing perspective. This time they dive into its second major claim: the dangers of cumulative chemical exposure from food additives, pesticides, microplastics, and more.Jamie and Melissa Anne break down what the science really says about food chemicals and children’s health, explore why low-income families are often hit hardest, and push back on the report’s cherry-picked and often misleading research. From the politics of pesticide regulation to why y...
2025-07-0749 minNursing the NationMAHA & Make Our Children Healthy Again, Part 1: Ultra-processed foods & kids' healthMake America Healthy Again, or MAHA, is a movement largely associated with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. It's positioned as a response to what he describes as a chronic disease epidemic in the United States. On February 13, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the MAHA commission, chaired by RFK Jr. On May 22nd, they released the “Make Our Children Healthy Again” assessment report which they plan to follow with a strategy plan by August 2025. Jamie and Melissa Anne discuss part one of the report on ultra-processed foods and kids...
2025-06-301h 02Nursing the NationWelcome to Nursing the Nation!Welcome to "Nursing the Nation," a podcast where we dissect today's headlines through the uniquely insightful lens of the nurse. Join your hosts, Jamie & Melissa Anne, as they use their nursing expertise to navigate the complexities of national events, offering perspectives rooted in holism, advocacy, and nursing science. Beyond the medical jargon and political noise, they’ll explore the human element of current affairs, providing a grounded and compassionate understanding of the issues that impact us all. Because when it comes to understanding the pulse of our society, who better to ask than the most trusted profession?Ep...
2025-06-2509 min
Burning ButterfliesLove Is More Than Just a Word...It's a Control TacticChapter 5, Episode 4
Coming off the success of the Christmas play, Melissa is determined to make the church’s Valentine’s event unforgettable with a dinner theater experience. The Griswolds take charge of the meal, while Melissa reimagines The Glass Menagerie with her own twist. But the real question of the night—can Froggy pull off his sermon-style message and send couples home feeling encouraged in the Lord?
Meanwhile, Amanda is sidelined with pneumonia as the church gears up for the third annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. She leaves the event in others’ hands, but as tensions rise and wome...
2025-02-141h 09
Burning ButterfliesThe Play Will Save Us All!Chapter 4, Episode 14
The chapter finale delivers an explosive and emotional culmination as Melissa’s play turns out to be a resounding success. With stunning execution, the production dazzles the congregation, leaving no doubt about Melissa’s talents and leadership. But behind the scenes, the story is far more complex.
Amanda, forbidden from having anything to do with the play, secretly teams up with Brandi to ensure everything runs smoothly. Their covert collaboration is a quiet rebellion but thrives unnoticed, in part because Tom is laser-focused on what he believes will finally be the church's breakthrough mome...
2025-01-171h 23
Burning ButterfliesThe Aftermath: Picking Up the Pieces After Time OutChapter 4, Episode 13
In this episode, Amanda and Melissa dive into the aftermath of Tom and Charlotte’s decision to put Amanda and Brandi on "time-out." The fallout reveals the tangled web of manipulation and control within the church, as everyone scrambles to maintain a façade of order.
Melissa finds herself knee-deep in planning the church play, juggling the demands of her role while navigating the tension created by Froggy trying to both be the lead of the play and the director. Tom, recognizing the need to keep Brandi occupied, assigns her to help Melissa wit...
2025-01-1052 min
Burning ButterfliesWhen it All Falls Apart: Amanda Goes on Time OutChapter 4, Episode 12
Fall 2018 marks the unraveling of everything. Within days of Young Gun leaving for basic training, Tom attacks his Family Ministry. Amanda and Brandi are abruptly placed in "time out" and forbidden from speaking to one another, their friendship collateral damage in Tom's quest for control.
Meanwhile, Tom is riding high after the illusion of success from the church’s 20th anniversary celebration and he hands Melissa free rein to elevate the Christmas Eve service to unprecedented heights.
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2025-01-031h 02
Burning ButterfliesTom The Crooked Real Estate MogulChapter 4, Episode 10
The church enters the summer of 2018 as they always have—Retreat and VBS—but the spirit of unity is gone, replaced by veiled arguments and dishonesty. Petty conflicts arise over trivial matters, like classroom posters, while deeper fractures begin to surface.
Pastor Young Gun announces his impending departure for the military. Meanwhile, Tom is consumed with the looming stress of maturing bonds used to finance the church’s building back in 2010. As tensions mount, his actions become increasingly desperate. In a shocking betrayal, he attempts to sell Melissa’s house without her knowledge, crossing...
2024-12-201h 04
Burning ButterfliesTrouble is a Brewing: We Should Have Been So HappyChapter 4, Episode 9
Everything looks perfect on the surface. Froggy is finally home, Melissa has a job she loves, and Amanda is thriving in her dream job and serving in ministries she’s passionate about. The church’s new wing is complete, and leadership is gearing up for a season of unprecedented growth.
But behind the scenes, tensions are rising. A rift is forming within the worship team and the honeymoon period between Tom and Young Gun is over, with their dynamic shifting from mentorship to power struggle. Even the children are showing signs of stress, thei...
2024-12-1357 min
Burning ButterfliesThe New Wing: The Sale, the Spin, and the Wish ListChapter 4, Episode 8
What happened to the money from the sale of the Baptist church? Tom crafts a façade of care and collaboration, gathering a wish list from those working in the trenches of ministry. He presents himself as a servant leader, intent on meeting the needs of the congregation. But behind the scenes, his grand plan is already in motion.
By including just enough of everyone’s requests, he manipulates the narrative to appear as though he's pleasing the masses—while hiding ulterior motives that serve his own agenda. In this episode, Amanda and Melis...
2024-12-061h 03
Burning ButterfliesThe Time a Church Bought a ChurchChapter 4, Episode 6
In this episode of Burning Butterflies, Amanda and Melissa revisit the chaotic fall of 2017. Tom unveils his "innovative" fall campaign, a gospel-sharing technique he blatantly lifted from another ministry, but with his usual twist of claiming divine inspiration. Meanwhile, the church rallies behind its latest ambitious project—purchasing and flipping a struggling church building across town.
Amanda and Melissa dig into the mystery of why Come As You Are owns the building, the sudden influx of funds to make the purchase, and Tom’s grand, unspoken plans for the property. They quest...
2024-11-2255 min
Burning ButterfliesDouble Standards: The Foundation of Come As You AreChapter 4, Episode 5
In this episode, Amanda and Melissa dive into a season marked by double standards that slowly erode trust and authenticity. While the “Beer Ministry” is in full swing and builds camaraderie, it raises silent questions about what’s truly acceptable in the church. Melissa works tirelessly to convince Froggy that coming home and leaving his destructive lifestyle behind was the right call, even as he struggles with resentment. Meanwhile, Amanda slips into the role of “Tour Guide Barbie,” endlessly rallying moms around events and expectations that seem welcoming on the surface but come with unspoken rules and...
2024-11-1546 min
Burning ButterfliesMelissa's Jubilee: It Was Never About FroggyChapter 4, Episode 3
The 2017 women’s retreat, called Jubilee, was meant to celebrate “joy in the Lord”—but for Melissa, it became the site of a soul-wrenching revelation. In this first retreat Amanda did not attend in over a decade, Melissa took the stage to praise God for restoring her marriage. She spoke passionately about the joy of rescuing her husband from his life of addiction and crime. But while Melissa shared her testimony, Froggy was nowhere near “rescued.” He was still entangled in a dark web of drugs, deceit, and dangerous relationships.
As Melissa reflects on the retre...
2024-11-0158 min
Burning ButterfliesMelissa Living in Fear: Froggy Throws the Mask AwayChapter 4, Episode 1
In this Chapter 4 premiere, the ladies dive into the unraveling of Froggy's life and the impact it had on his marriage to Melissa. In the beginning of 2017, Melissa lost her father, which ultimately reveals the cracks in Froggy's mask. As his drug use becomes more prevalent, Melissa is brought to the breaking point and asks Tom to come and remove Froggy from her home.
Don't miss the companion Patreon episode where Melissa opens up about who Froggy truly was behind closed doors, sharing the chilling reality of living with him and t...
2024-10-1846 min
Burning ButterfliesChapter 4: The Re-TweetIn this mini-sode introducing Chapter 4, Melissa and Amanda give you a peek into Chapter 4, why they call it the "Re-Tweet" and foreshadow just what is about to come!
2024-10-1309 min
Burning ButterfliesMonths of Insanity: The End of Chapter 3Chapter 3, Episode 16
In this episode of Burning Butterflies, Amanda and Melissa dive into the whirlwind that was the final months of 2016.
They recount the escalating infighting within the church, the growing tension between key leaders, and the emotional ordination of Pastor Young Gun. As they close out Chapter 3 of their story, they reflect on the emotional toll these events took on them and their community. The episode ends with an exciting sneak peek into Chapter 4, where even more secrets will unravel, setting the stage for what’s to come.
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2024-10-1143 min
Burning ButterfliesMarriages on Fire: The Flames We Didn't Ask ForChapter 3, Episode 15
Join Amanda and Melissa as they take a deep dive into a marriage ministry the church attempted to implement, which spiraled out of control almost immediately. What started as a well-intentioned effort to strengthen the marriages within the congregation quickly turned into a disaster that did far more harm than good.
The idea was simple: weekly workshops designed to help married couples rekindle their love, navigate challenges, and build a faith-centered partnership. However, the lack of communication between leadership leads to other ministries being effected.
Thi...
2024-10-041h 01
Burning ButterfliesThe Price of Ignorance: Melissa’s Hell, Amanda’s DetachmentChapter 3, Episode 14
In this gripping episode, Melissa breaks her silence about the summer she vanished from VBS without warning, leaving everyone scrambling to pick up the pieces. The ladies unpack the personal turmoil Melissa was facing at the time, shedding light on the real reason for her sudden disappearance. Meanwhile, Amanda reflects on how, at the time, she was too distracted by the unraveling of her friendship with the children's ministry leader to fully see what Melissa was going through.
But the story doesn't end there. Just weeks after the VBS in...
2024-09-271h 12
Burning ButterfliesFragile Bonds: Women Desperate for ConnectionIn this episode of Burning Butterflies, we dive into the relationships that women had with one another at Come As You Are Church.
The summer of 2015 felt almost utopian for the women in the congregation. With Tom and Charlotte preoccupied with the construction of their new home, the women experienced an unprecedented level of freedom. They served and functioned in ways they felt God was calling them, fostering supportive relationships and sharing things with one another that would typically be considered taboo in evangelical circles.
But as the fall approached and To...
2024-08-091h 35
Burning ButterfliesSweet Summertime: 2015 is the Year of InconsistencyIn this episode of Burning Butterflies, we journey back to the summer of 2015, an action-packed time filled with both excitement and growing concerns.
We kick off with Vacation Bible School (VBS), which sparks an innovative and fun initiative by Brandi and Melissa in children's ministry, setting the stage for an exciting year ahead.
However, amidst the flurry of activities, something significant is missing—the big summer park event. The absence of this beloved tradition raises eyebrows and leads to questions about the funds that were supposedly allocated for it. As the summ...
2024-08-021h 10
Burning ButterfliesRuins to Redemption: Real Healing or Gaslighting?In this episode of "Burning Butterflies," Melissa, Brandi, and Amanda dive deep into their experiences at the Ruins to Redemption Women's Retreat, the first retreat held after a year filled with loss and heartache.
Amanda, who was invited to co-lead by Charlotte, shares how her efforts to make the retreat more appealing to a younger crowd blew up in her face. Melissa praises the retreat's setup, believing it to be an exemplary model for future events, while Brandi hated all of it and expressed her dislike to Charlotte.
Did the retreat tr...
2024-07-2648 min
Burning ButterfliesDeath Becomes Us: When The Call To Be Near The Brokenhearted Goes UnansweredIn this heart-wrenching episode, Melissa, Brandi, and Amanda discuss the tragic events at the Come As You Are Church in 2014-2015, where five major, sudden deaths shook the congregation to its core.
The ladies open up about their personal experiences and the painful responsibilities they were asked to shoulder during this dark time. They discuss the ways they tried to manage the overwhelming grief and the deeply hurtful requests made of them, which ultimately led to their own failure in providing the support and comfort needed to the brokenhearted.
**We acknowledge th...
2024-07-191h 18
Burning ButterfliesCelebrate Good Times: Melissa Accidentally Throws Tom a PartyIn this episode of Burning Butterflies, we're diving into the chaotic yet revealing story of Melissa's attempt to throw a party.
Initially intended to celebrate Froggy's 40th birthday with a "Game of Life" theme, the event takes unexpected turns. Brandi ditches the party, Amanda gets yelled at, and Charlotte and Froggy derail the plans, turning the celebration into a 60th birthday bash for Pastor Tom.
We'll unpack the strange dynamics of celebrating milestones like birthdays at Come As You Are and explore how this particular party further strained the relationship between Me...
2024-07-0553 min
Burning ButterfliesCalled to Lead: A Deep Dive Into The Pastors of Come As You AreWelcome to Chapter Three!
In this episode of Burning Butterflies, hosts Amanda, Melissa, and Brandi delve into the tumultuous history of pastoral leadership at the Come As You Are Church. Founded by Tom in 1998, the church has seen a steady stream of pastors come and go, each chosen solely based on Tom's authority, with little formal training and no vetting process.
Join the ladies as they uncover the stories behind these ever-changing leaders, explore the impact of this instability on the congregation, and discuss the arrival of Pastor Young Gun in 2015, wh...
2024-06-281h 22
Burning ButterfliesChapter 3: Ruins to RedemptionWelcome to Chapter Three!
"Ruins to Redemption"
This chapter covers the years 2015-2016, which are some of the darkest times in the lives of Melissa, Amanda and Brandi.
In this mini episode, the ladies wrap up some loose ends from Chapter 2 and give you a sneak peek into Chapter 3.
2024-06-2315 min
Burning ButterfliesChristmas Chaos: Traditions, Expectations & Baby JesusIn this final episode of Chapter 2, the ladies take a reflective journey through their experiences with Christmas Eve services at "Come As You Are."
Melissa shares the immense pressure she felt to constantly outdo herself, striving for perfection under Pastor Tom's watchful eye. Meanwhile, Brandi opens up about the challenges of making sure the children are seen but never heard in these "family" services. In a rare act of boundary setting, Amanda shares that she never attended a single Christmas Eve service—an action that shocks her friends and challenges the church community's norms.
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2024-06-211h 00
Burning ButterfliesForced & Fractured Friendships: Tales From the Fall CampaignJoin Melissa, Amanda, and Brandi as they dive deep into the complexities of the 401 class at "Come As You Are." The fall campaign had everyone buzzing with anticipation, but what ensued was a tangled web of manipulation, misplaced priorities, and unexpected challenges.
Brandi opens up about her experience, recounting how she found herself in a group where camaraderie revolved more around drinking than delving into the course material. Meanwhile, Amanda shares her struggle with being pushed out of the group with her friends and being forced into taking on a group in her home. And M...
2024-06-141h 13
Burning ButterfliesMarriage Nightmare: Melissa Breaks the SilenceIn this gripping episode of Burning Butterflies, Melissa shares her story of domestic abuse, revealing the hidden layers of pain and manipulation she endured within her marriage.
But the story doesn't end there. Melissa shares how the toxic environment of "Come As You Are" exacerbated the abuse. Despite the signs of distress, she was convinced that God would perform a miracle, mending the fractures in her relationship.
Burning Butterflies is a listener supported podcast. Please check out our Patreon to learn more about how you too can support what we are doin...
2024-06-071h 27
Burning ButterfliesAgency D3: Discover, Decide, Defend!Join Melissa, Amanda, and Brandi as they revisit the chaos of their first VBS together, just 2 short weeks after Brandi first walked in the doors! In this episode, the ladies reminisce about the unforgettable experience with "Agency D3," the most engaging curriculum the church had ever used.
Despite the excitement, the event quickly spiraled into comedic disarray. From the pastor's grand illusions of saving the entire community, to the overwhelming unpreparedness for over 300 energetic kids, every mishap became a catalyst for uproarious chaos.
Get ready for a rollercoaster ride in this rev...
2024-05-161h 27
Burning ButterfliesBrandi's Origin Story: Part 1The long awaited addition to the podcast - Brandi has entered the chat! With Melissa on vacation, Amanda sits down with Brandi as she shares her origin story. From being a private school kid in Orange County, to traveling with the grateful dead, to becoming a "trad wife" in a high control group, this first half of Brandi's origin story will leave you on the edge of your seat!
Burning Butterflies is a listener supported podcast. Please check out our Patreon to learn more about how you too can support what we are doing!
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2024-05-031h 01
Burning ButterfliesReality CheckIn this episode, Melissa and Amanda take a step out of the timeline to check in on where they are right now in real time.
When the podcast was started, the ladies expected people to contact them. They expected chatter from the "Come to The Table" crowd. They expected it to change them personally. Join them as they discuss all of this in their "Reality Check"
2024-04-261h 01
Burning ButterfliesUnwrapping Tradition: Breaking Free from the Christmas TeaIn the holiday season of 2013, Melissa dares to break away from the suffocating grip of tradition surrounding the annual Christmas tea. Against the backdrop of familial expectations and societal norms, Melissa courageously ventures into uncharted territory, eager to infuse the holiday season with a breath of fresh air.
But as Melissa charts her own course, tensions rise, and alliances are tested. Amanda finds herself sidelined from the festivities, forbidden from participating by Melissa's own mother-in-law, the formidable head of the Women's Ministry. Charolette emerges as a powerful manipulator, pulling strings behind the scenes to enforce c...
2024-04-191h 08
Burning ButterfliesThe Flood of Generosity: Giving Beyond the TitheJoin hosts Melissa and Amanda in a candid conversation on the intricacies of giving within the community of "Come As You Are". In this episode, they delve beyond the conventional expectations of tithing, exploring the murky waters of shady accounting practices and the pressure to give not just financially, but also emotionally and physically.
From the unspoken rules of sacrificial giving to the uncomfortable truths behind the scenes, Melissa and Amanda shed light on the multifaceted nature of generosity within their community. They confront the daunting expectations placed upon individuals to give their entire selves, o...
2024-04-121h 33
Burning ButterfliesThe Summer of Insanity: Exhaustion in the Name of EvangelismIn this episode, Melissa and Amanda dive into the whirlwind of events that took place over just two weeks, leaving everyone involved feeling utterly exhausted.
First up was the church's they tackle the mammoth summer event in the park, which in itself was a non-stop marathon that left even the most seasoned volunteers drained.
Two days later was the inaugural Vacation Bible School (VBS), a venture that promised wholesome fun but ended up being a complete mess for those tasked with serving.
But just when they thought it...
2024-04-051h 08
Burning ButterfliesControlling Belonging: Inside Church MembershipWhat happens when the concept of belonging turns into a tool for control and manipulation?
Join Melissa and Amanda as they confront the uncomfortable truths lurking behind the facade of inclusivity at "Come As You Are" Church.
Whether you're an evangelical churchgoer wrestling with questions of loyalty or an outsider seeking to understand the dynamics of evangelical church culture, this episode offers valuable insights into the complexities of belonging and allegiance in contemporary American Christianity.
Burning Butterflies is a listener supported podcast. Please check out our Patreon to learn more...
2024-03-2957 min
Burning ButterfliesFrom Pilgrims to Pulpits: Forging the Evangelical Identity in AmericaIn the first episode of Chapter 2, Melissa and Amanda embark on a journey through time and delve into the intricate tapestry of American religious history.
From the steadfast Pilgrims seeking religious freedom to the bustling evangelical landscape of today, they unravel the layers of tradition, belief, and doctrine that have shaped the American evangelical church and uncover surprising truths about our deeply held beliefs, while challenging assumptions that have been ingrained within the evangelical community for generations.
Burning Butterflies is a listener supported podcast. Please check out our Patreon to learn more...
2024-03-221h 11Burning ButterfliesChapter 2 Minisode**Re-upload**
In this mini episode, Melissa and Amanda discuss the next chapter in their story.
Chapter 2: Playing Church
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2024-03-2007 min
Burning ButterfliesChapter 2 MinisodeIn this mini episode, Melissa and Amanda discuss the next chapter in their story.
Chapter 2: Playing Church
Burning Butterflies is a listener supported podcast. Please check out our Patreon to learn more about how you too can support what we are doing!
Please help us share our story with others! Follow us on FB, Insta or TikTok. Subscribe so you won't miss new episodes and don't forget to leave us a rating!
2024-03-1707 minBurning ButterfliesWorlds Collide: The End of Chapter OneIn the final episode of Chapter One, Melissa and Amanda recap how their worlds have collided at "Come As You Are."
2024-03-1528 minBurning ButterfliesSo, the Nightmare Begins: Froggy's True Colors Are RevealedAs it turns out, Melissa's wedding to Froggy was the beginning of a nightmarish journey. Little did she know that behind the charming facade lurked a narcissistic and abusive partner, whose actions would unravel her life in ways she could never have imagined.
As we trace the unsettling timeline of events post-wedding, the true colors of Froggy's nature are exposed. Melissa's world unravels as manipulation and chaos become the new normal and her family is thrown into disarray. To make matters worse, the people of the church have an unflattering picture of Melissa painted by T...
2024-03-0838 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaSeason 4 Finale!Melissa and Amanda wrap up Season 4 of Tablecast! Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you by leaving us a rating!
2023-12-3010 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaAmy FritzHave you ever thought of starting a podcast? Today at the Table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by the amazing podcaster and encourager Amy Fritz! She is not only the host of the Untangled Faith Podcast, but works with the Christian Podcasters Association. Listen to Untangled Faith at https://untangledfaithpodcast.com or https://untangledfaith.substack.comCheck out the Christian Podcasters Association at https://www.christianpodcastersassociation.comGet your checklist for starting a podcast in the latest free issue of Asha Media Magazine at https://ashamediaonline.com/magazineThank you for j...
2023-12-1637 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaNorman SmithToday at the Table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by podcaster and missionary Norman Smith. You won't want to miss this amazing discussion about Norman's Run with Horses Podcast, as well as the struggles and triumphs of living full time in Japan. The insight Norman brings to the table on sharing the gospel and how the church in America compares to those elsewhere is amazing!You can learn more about Norman and listen to Run with Horses at his website:https://runwithhorses.netThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This...
2023-12-0236 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaSheila McIntyreToday at the Table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by author, teacher and awesome woman, Sheila McIntyre to discuss her 21 day devotional "Steep in the Word." Just as tea gets stronger with steeping, so do you, too, when you spend time or steep in God's Word. This was such a fun conversation!You can learn more about Sheila and her awesome book by checking her out of facebook at https://www.facebook.com/steepdeepinthewordThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share t...
2023-11-1835 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaPastor Mark SowersbyMelissa and Amanda are thrilled to welcome the first man to the table, Pastor Mark Sowersby. Mark shares his journey of forgiveness and healing from sexual abuse. Learn more about Mark and his book "Forgiving the Nightmare" at https://forgivingthenightmare.comThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you...
2023-11-0541 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaMatte DowneyThis week at the table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by author, theologian, photographer and wisdom seeker Matte Downey. Matte discusses her book, "Go Wide," as well as how our theology can be effected by things like our upbringing, our community and (the Table's favorite thing to discuss) the patriarchy! You won't want to miss her insight and gentle position on broadening our assumptions on God, the Bible and our faith! Learn more about Matte on her website https://mattedowney.wordpress.comGet your copy of "Go Wide" from amazon at https://a.co/d/3hCs9B...
2023-10-2147 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaBONUS: Live From She MakesIn this very special bonus episode of Tablecast, Melissa and Amanda record with the vendors of the She Makes Market Ministry event! Asha Media partnered with WinGs Ministries to bring these women artisans to the marketplace and it was a beautiful day! Join us at the table as we chat with these amazing women, hear about their businesses, their dreams and their lives! If you would like to learn more about what WinGs Ministries is doing to help sing mothers in Northern Colorado or if you would like to know how to order from any of these a...
2023-10-1653 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaKyllie MartinThis week at the Table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by Kyllie Martin all the way from New Zealand! Join us as the ladies discuss Kyllie's book "Unlimited Joy" and her journey to discover a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit! Learn more about Kyllie at https://www.kylliemartin.comThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this epi...
2023-10-0730 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaBONUS EPISODE So...Season 4Melissa and Amanda take a minute to discuss their guests so far this season, the Podcast Movement conference they attended, the podcasters they met there and make a HUGE announcement! Recommended Podcasts from Podcast Movement:Halfway There (from the president of the Christian Podcast Association)https://ericnevins.com/series/halfwaythereRun with Horses (who we refer to as "the guy from Japan")https://runwithhorses.netTruce Podcast (who we refer to as "the guy from Wyoming")https://trucepodcast.comU...
2023-09-231h 11
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaKristin ReegWe have seriously never laughed so hard during an interview! Join Melissa and Amanda as they are joined by the talented and hilarious Kristin Reeg. Aside from all the joking, the ladies discuss Kristin's books, her publishing company and heavy topics like humility and forgiveness. You might notice some "glitching" in the episode. We apologize we were experiencing connectivity issues during recording. Learn more about Kristin on her websites: https://www.kristinreeg.com/https://www.ascribecommunications.com/Find her books on Amazon at:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kristin-Reeg/author/B003RKZ...
2023-09-1652 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaJulie Zine ColemanToday at the Table, Melissa and Amanda chat with the amazing Julie Zine Coleman for the second time! Julie is a pastor, encourager, speaker and award winning author! She shares her heart and what lead her to write the book "On Purpose: Understand God's Freedom for Women." Grab and cup of coffee and join the ladies as they discuss the true meaning of Biblical womanhood and how many churches are getting leadership wrong. Learn more about Julie at https://juliezinecoleman.com/Advertisements: Shop all of our Tablecast merch and more at https://shopashaonline.com Sar...
2023-09-0258 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaRuth HovsepianToday at the Table, Melissa and Amanda are joined by author, speaker, podcaster and prayer warrior Ruth Hovsepian. Ruth shares how prayer helped her in her journey into sobriety, topics from her books and more! Learn more about Ruth at https://www.ruthhovsepian.comAdvertisements: Sarahjane's 3 day digital course "From Default to Design" to kick start your journey from living from default to Intentionality. To get a special offer just for our Tablecast listeners, visit: https://livingbydesignco.thrivecart.com/from-default-to-design-course/?ref=cometothetableShop all of our Tablecast merch and more at https://shopashaonline.com Th...
2023-08-1943 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaSarah JaneJoin Melissa and Amanda at the Table as they chat with Sarah Jane of Living By Design Christian Mindset and Money Coaching.Sarah shares how so helps women shift from default to design so they can have peace, joy and fulfillment in every season of life. You can learn more about Sarah at livingbydesignco.comThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If y...
2023-08-0538 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaSeason 4 TrailerThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you by leaving us a rating!
2023-08-0402 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaBONUS: Catch Up With Melissa & AmandaWe're starting off Season 4 with a bonus episode! Catch up with Melissa and Amanda. What have they been up with since ending season 3? What is God doing in their lives today? What are they looking forward to in season 4? Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you by leaving us a r...
2023-07-2941 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaLiving AbundantlyDeconstructing from the toxicity of Christianity is like tearing down a dilapidated house. It is hard and messy and there's times where it can seem overwhelming. But healing and abundant living are possible after that deconstruction! In this season 3 finale, Melissa and Amanda look back on this season of rebuilding their faith and celebrate the small victories of seeing God working in their lives. Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your li...
2023-02-041h 27
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaThe Seat Beside Me - Dr Jen BennettIn this amazing bonus Seat Beside Me episode, Melissa and Amanda are joined at the table by Dr Jen Bennett. Jen is a professor, author, speaker and encourager of women who has a calling on her life to help women impact the culture around them for the Lord. Jen is not only a source of encouragement for the ladies at the Table, but she is also the spark that God used to ignite their Hearts Over Hashtags movement! To learn more about Jen or listen to her podcast "She Impacts Culture", please visit her website:h...
2022-11-2633 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaMoving Past ToxicAfter you have reckoned with the toxicity in your life and you have began the healing process, you come to a crossroads...are you going to return to the toxicity or are you going to move past it. In this episode, Melissa and Amanda discuss the process they went through in order to start a new toxic free chapter in their lives!Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. ...
2022-11-0558 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaThe Seat Beside Me - Julie Zine ColemanIn this amazing The Seat Beside Me bonus episode, Melissa and Amanda interview author, speaker and encourager Julie Zine Coleman and discuss her book "On Purpose"Snag her book from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/0825447070/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S140H9FJ8PPCZ7NM9J11Learn more about Julie from her website https://juliezinecoleman.comThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your li...
2022-10-2229 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaGoing Through The ProcessFar too often we put a timeline on a person's relationship with God. You must pass go, you must collect your cross to proceed down gumdrop lane to salvation. That just isn't how faith works. There is a process to healing from past hurts, assumptions and trauma and you can't skip steps to make the healing happen faster. Join Melissa and Amanda in this episode as they discuss Going Through The Process!Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other w...
2022-10-0158 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaThe Seat Beside Me - Kelly HueninkIn the first of our bonus episodes that we are lovingly titling "The Seat Beside Me," Melissa and Amanda invite missionary, pastor, teacher, speaker and author Kelly Huenink! Kelly shares about culture vs. the way of Jesus, her mission work in Uganda and being called to be a female pastor! You can follow Kelly and all that God is calling her to at:Chapel of the Plains: https://www.facebook.com/Chapel-of-the-Plains-137519636323854Kelly Huenink and her mission work: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.hueninkWatch for future episodes of "The Seat Beside Me" in this s...
2022-07-2333 minTablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaAn Exciting Announcement!Melissa and Amanda are thrilled to share about their new adventure - Asha Media! Learn more online at ashamediaonline.comThank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you by leaving us a rating!
2022-06-3015 min
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaWomen According to God: From Dowry to DomesticatedIn our extended cut Season 2 Finale, Melissa and Amanda take an in depth and historical look at key scriptures that specifically talk about a woman's place, as well as how the role of the Christian woman has changed throughout history. Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us share it more with other women just like you by leaving us...
2022-03-052h 11
Tablecast: Come to the Table with Melissa and AmandaThe Cause and Effects of Toxicity in the ChurchWhat causes someone to deconstruct from the church or from their faith all together? Narcissism, spiritual abuse and gaslighting are all things that can lead to someone wanting to walk away. In this episode, Melissa and Amanda discuss these toxic traits and how experiencing these things could cause someone to walk away. Thank you for joining Melissa and Amanda at the Table! This has been a production of Asha Media. Please share the Tablecast with other women by leaving us a rating on your listening platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us s...
2022-02-051h 25
From Grief to Gold1. Finding Restoration in the Brokenness: An Introduction to From Grief to Gold with Melissa AnneWelcome to the very first episode of From Grief to Gold! I wanted to take a moment to give a little backstory on myself (Melissa Anne) and share a few of my own grief stories. But also share how From Grief to Gold came to fruition. The nagging intuitive calling that brought me to officially writing my book that goes on pre-sale July 10th, and what I hope you can and will achieve from being a part of this podcast and community. Disclaimer: I will add that I’m not a therapist or a psychiatrist. I’m merely sharing my o...
2021-07-0742 min