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Bretter Together PodcastHow a Pentecostal & a Latter-day Saint Make It Work | Ep. 37This is probably the biggest question on people's minds when they hear our story. How does a white Latter-day Saint and a black Pentecostal make it work? This episode answers that question. It's full of insights that will help you overcome differences and have more harmony in your relationships. We hope you enjoy!LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brettertogether *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@brett...2025-05-311h 10Bretter Together PodcastGoing Through God to Get to Each Other | Ep. 36Maya Angelou said, “A woman's heart should be so hidden in God that a man has to seek Him just to find her.” Mina heard that quote and prayed that her heart would be so hidden in God that whoever married her would have to go through God to get to her. In this episode we break down what that journey was like and how it continues for us today. We hope this helps you as you learn what it means to go through God, not just in relationships, but in all things. Love y’all!L...2025-05-241h 10Bretter Together PodcastOur Wedding Night 😳 | Ep. 35We continue our story in this episode of Bretter Together. What is our wedding night like? More importantly, what did we learn and how can that help YOU? We discuss preparation, education, conversations, guilt, pain, barriers and inviting the Lord into your intimacy. We hope something we share helps you in your relationship journey. Love y’all! LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brettertogether *YouTube Podcasts - https...2025-05-101h 04Bretter Together PodcastOur Wedding Day and Our Vows | Ep. 34Our wedding day was the best day of our live and our vows were pretty special, especially Mina’s! In this episode we talk about all of the lead up, the things that surprised us, how our families meshed, the things that went wrong, the signs from God, and best of all, we re-read our vows. We hope this episode is entertaining, educational and inspiring and that it encourages you in some way. Love you! LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter...2025-05-031h 15Bretter Together PodcastDoes God Want Me To Be Single? | Ep. 33Are you wondering if singleness is just a season—or something God is actually calling you to? In this episode of Bretter Together, we unpack what the Bible really says about singleness, calling, and purpose. Whether you're content, confused, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help you find clarity and peace right where you are. Singleness isn’t second best—it might just be God’s best for right now.LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - ht...2025-04-1947 minBretter Together PodcastHow to Know If He’s the Man God Would Have You Marry | Ep. 32It’s a question that carries a lot of weight—and honestly, it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. We get it. It can be confusing, overwhelming, and emotional, especially when your heart and faith are both deeply involved. In this episode, we open up about the real and sometimes messy process of discerning God's will in relationships. From red flags and spiritual peace to healthy love and godly character, we’re digging into the questions that so many women are quietly asking. Our hope is that this conversation brings clarity, encouragement, and peace to your he...2025-04-021h 04Bretter Together PodcastHow to Deal with Men Who Won’t Commit | Ep. 31How do you deal with men who won’t commit? How do you set boundaries? How do you cut off relationships in a Christlike way? Is it possible to give men too much grace? One of our loyal followers asked us the commitment question and we’re so grateful because this turned into a great conversation. We hope you enjoy it and we really hope it helps you. Thank you for listening, watching and rocking with us. We love y’all!LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://po...2025-03-251h 11Bretter Together PodcastWhat Does a “Kingdom Marriage” Look Like? | Ep. 30What does a “Kingdom Marriage” look like? What are the perils of not being in a “Kingdom “Marriage?” What even is the Kingdom? In this episode we talked about the Kingdom, Kingdom marriage, the world’s way vs God’s way and so much more. Let us know what you think about this one. We really hope it helps you. God bless you and thank you so much for rocking with us!LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - https...2025-03-161h 17
The Belonging Place with Kylee ShieldsEpisode 24 | Mina Thomas Brett & Brydon BrettABOUT OUR GUESTS: MINA & BRYDONMina Thomas Brett, a Hudson Valley, NY native, is a versatile artist skilled in Jazz, Gospel, and Soul. She holds a degree in Contemporary Music Studies and Jazz vocals from SUNY New Paltz, grounding her natural talent in solid education. With experience captivating audiences in Europe and performing in intimate New York venues, Mina's music speaks volumes. Beyond her singing, she's a talented songwriter and poet, an actress with significant roles at Sight & Sound Theaters, and a valued vocalist in the Billboard charting worship collective 'the King will come.' Her contribution...2025-03-131h 35Bretter Together PodcastWhy Don’t Godly Men Pursue Godly Women The Way They Used To? | Ep. 29Why don’t godly men pursue godly women the way they used to/should? One of our listeners asked this question and we decided to tackle it. We also tackled a question about how we practice religion nowadays. Both of these topics kind of came together into one unplanned theme about labels and love. We hope this episode helps you, fam. Love y’all and thank you for rockin with us!LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify...2025-03-091h 15Bretter Together PodcastOur Proposal Story | Ep. 28In this episode we give you the whole play-by-play proposal setup from both of our perspectives. Brydon was sneaky and Mina was over it. But our proposal story is further evidence of God’s fingerprint on our journey. We hope you are entertained and inspired by this story, fam. Love you guys!LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brettertogether *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@brettertogether/podcast...2025-03-0357 minBretter Together PodcastProgressionism, Perfectionism and What True Perfection Is | Ep. 27Is it possible to be perfect in this life? What is the difference between perfection and perfectionism? Is perfectionism good or bad? Is the pursuit of perfection good or bad? Do you feel like you’re perfect? How do you measure your progress on the journey of perfection? What does it mean to be human? We did not expect this conversation to go so deep, but that just seems to be what we do. If you struggle with self-criticism, fear of failure, all-or-nothing thinking, procrastination and avoidance, chronic dissatisfaction, despair, anxiety or mental health issues, then we sincerely hope th...2025-02-241h 28Bretter Together PodcastShould You Wait For Your Soulmate? | Ep. 26Soulmates, unrealistic expectations, chemistry, connection, compatibility, destiny, choice. Are soulmates fiction and an illusion or what everybody should be waiting for? Or is there a bridge to be built on this topic. As usual, we found a BOTH AND rather than an EITHER OR and we hope it helps you. This is episode 26 and we’re excited to see what you think. LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...2025-02-181h 09Bretter Together PodcastWhy We Almost Broke Up 5 Times: The Power of Intentional Sabbaticals | Ep. 25We are big proponents of intentional sabbaticals while you’re dating. Sometimes you just need to take a step back, re-center and evaluate your relationship with your potential spouse and especially with God. In this episode, we talk about this principle and practice worked well for us and became one of the keys to us being able to finally get married. We hope you enjoy Episode 25. Thanks for rocking with us! LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGETHER” PODCAST:*Apple Podcast -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bretter-together-podcast/id1763659600*S...2025-02-101h 10Bretter Together PodcastThe 6 Most Important Dating Red Flags | Ep. 24All the relationship flags are important, but the dating red flags might be the most important thing to observe when it comes to a potential marriage partner. In this episode we break down our Top 6 Most Important Dating Red Flags and a few bonus flags too. This turned out to be a really fun conversation for us and we hope it’s a blessing to you. Thanks for rocking with us through 24 episodes. Much more to come! Love y’all!
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*Apple Podcast...2025-02-0255 minBretter Together PodcastThe Transformative Power of Fasting - | Ep. 23A few of our Bretter Together fam have been asking about fasting recently and we felt impressed to talk about it here in Episode 23. We discuss the definition, the purpose, the difference (between fasting and consecration), the benefits and some practical takeaways for anyone who wants to practice this Jesus-patterned spiritual discipline. As always, we’d love to hear what you have to say in the comments. We love you and want to say thank you for supporting our bridge-building mission. Hope you enjoy Episode 23!
LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “BRETTER TOGE...2025-01-261h 12Bretter Together Podcast“How I Knew You Were the One” & How You Can Too - | Ep. 22How to know if he or she is “the one” is one of the biggest questions we get from all of our single brothers and sisters. So, in this episode, we go deep on our story of how we FINALLY knew. We also give some straightforward advice about how you can know too. We think you’re really going to get a lot out of this one (single or not), so buckle up and enjoy the ride. Thank you for rockin’ with us. Much more to come. Love y’all!
LISTEN/WATCH/SUBS...2025-01-191h 24Bretter Together PodcastThe Purpose of Prayer, Giving God Permission, & Getting Answers - | Ep. 21One of our TikToks on the purpose of prayer went a little viral recently. But not everybody agreed with Mina’s take. So in today’s episode we tackle the main objection we got which revolved around Mina’s statement: “Prayer is permission for God to act in this realm.” Now you know we can’t be shallow. So we go deep on this one, laying the Biblical and Hebrew foundations for what prayer is and then discussing our role in participating with God to activate His blessings in the earth. This is a big one and we can’t wait to hear...2025-01-121h 31Bretter Together PodcastHow to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions + A Look Ahead at 2025 | Ep. 20It’s 2025!! Happy New Year!! We are enjoying time with our family, but we couldn’t start the year off without an episode. So, in this very brief episode, we wanted to share with you a cheat code concept that has helped us get more done in 12 weeks than we used to get done in 12 months. Plus, we’re going to give a quick peek into what we have planned for 2025. FULL episode coming your way next time but for now, enjoy a mini Bretter Together podcast. Love you and hope your 2025 is off to an amazing start already!
2025-01-0510 minBretter Together Podcast2024 Wrapped: What We Learned & How We Grew | Ep. 19At the end of every year we ask ourselves 6 questions:
What were the victories?
What did we learn?
What worked?
What didn’t work?
What are we grateful for?
Where did we see Jesus!
As we come to the end of 2024, we thought it’d be fun to celebrate the victories and reflect on the lessons of this year with you.
We’d love to hear your answers to these questions. Feel free to share i...2024-12-2942 minBretter Together PodcastLily Phillips, Russell Brand, Soul Ties & The Sacredness of Sex | Ep. 18OnlyFans star Lily Phillips made headlines recently with her sexual exploits. Russell Brand made headlines with his response. We probably won’t make headlines with our commentary, but something about this topic hit us really deeply and we felt inspired to have a multi-faceted conversation about the sacredness of sex, soul ties, God’s grace, shame and guilt, how the world views sex vs how God views sex, and a host of other topics under this umbrella. We apologize for having our 3-year old on set with us for this one (can’t wait to see the comments on that l...2024-12-231h 31Bretter Together PodcastWho I Was Before I Met You: How the Lord Prepared Us for Each Other | Ep. 17We didn’t know where this conversation would go, but we LOVE where it ended. When are you truly “ready”? What’s the difference being ready and being prepared? What’s the balance between perfection and potential? These are just some of the questions that came up and we sincerely think the lessons from this part of our story are going to help anybody who is on the journey toward marriage and wondering how the seemingly disparate pieces of their life’s puzzle are going to come together. Thanks, as always, for watching. We can’t wait to hear what you think...2024-12-151h 16Bretter Together PodcastPentecostal's FIRST TIME at a Latter-day Saint Church | Ep. 16In this episode we talk about Mina’s first experience going to church with me at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We’ve never had this specific conversation, so I was surprised at some of her experiences for sure. What were the differences? What were the similarities? What were the pros and cons? We explore these questions and more in this episode of Bretter Together. We hope you enjoy and that it leads to more bridge building throughout the Body of Christ. Love y’all!
LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE...2024-12-081h 54Bretter Together PodcastSingle Ladies: Hiding in the Lord, Recognizing Counterfeits & Emotional Availability | Ep. 15How do you hide yourself in the Lord while staying emotionally open and prepared for love? In Episode 15, we’re diving into a heartfelt and practical conversation about how your faith can shape your single season in the most beautiful way.
We’re tackling questions like:
What does it really mean to hide in the Lord?
How can you balance being grounded in faith while staying “findable”?
What are the steps to grow closer to God without coming across as closed off?
And how do you recognize counterfeits—those connections that look...2024-12-011h 27Bretter Together PodcastLove, Lust or Chemistry? How Can You Tell the Difference?: | Ep. 14One of our listeners recently hit us with a big question: How do you tell the difference between chemistry and lust? It’s a question we’ve all wrestled with at some point, and we’re here to tackle it head-on. Whether you're single, dating, or reflecting on past relationships, understanding the dynamics of love, lust, and chemistry is a game-changer for building healthy, lasting connections.
In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into:
The World’s Definition of Love vs. God’s Definition: How culture views love, chemistry, and attraction versus how S...2024-11-241h 28Bretter Together PodcastWhen the Wait Becomes a Weight: Overcoming Challenges of Waiting on God for Marriage | Ep. 13"For me waiting on him has become so silent."
“41 and still waiting! How hard it is, just cried to my friends today saying I wish God had not put the desire to get married in my heart.”
“Do you ever get to a point you wish you could do something? The waiting my oh...my…”
These are just some of the comments we’ve received from our brothers and sisters who are going through the journey/struggle of waiting on God for marriage.
...2024-11-181h 27Bretter Together Podcast“God Forbids Interracial Marriage” - How We Approach Mixed Race Relationship Myths & Stereotypes | Ep. 12Is God against interracial marriage? Of all the mixed race relationship myths we’ve heard, this is probably the most debated. And we’ve heard this myth a lot! Many people have slid into our comments about our mixed race relationship with messages like:
“The Most High made the whyt man for the whyt woman. This union is unequally yoked and a sin.”
“If you read the bible and believe in it, like i do, i do what it says. So no, i don’t believe we should date, marry outside...2024-11-1056 minBretter Together PodcastGetting Married Later in Life, Not Settling and Waiting on God | Ep. 11Phew! We didn’t EXPECT this conversation to go the way it did. In fact, we ended up talking a lot about managing expectations as you wait on God for the partner He has for you. What is the balance between having too high of expectations and settling? How do you enjoy the season you’re in? How do you handle societal expectations and pressure around marriage? How do you not feel like a second class citizen as a single person? How do you lean into your singleness? We talk about all of these things and more in this surp...2024-11-031h 37Bretter Together PodcastThe Gift of Tongues (Part 2) | Ep. 10In this episode of Bretter Together, we go even deeper into the gift of tongues! In Episode 9, we laid the foundation, and now in Episode 10, we’re diving into the questions: What is the gift of tongues? What’s its purpose? Is it biblical? And does it impact salvation? We felt led to have this conversation, and we’re so glad we did. Our prayer is that what we share about the Holy Spirit inspires you to draw closer to the Lord and explore how the Spirit moves in your life. If you missed Part 1, catch up there first. Enjoy...2024-10-271h 10Bretter Together PodcastThe Gift of Tongues (Part 1) | Ep. 9The Gift of Tongues (Part 1) | Ep. 9
In this episode of Bretter Together, we dive into the gift of tongues and quickly realize it’s way deeper than we expected. Honestly, we were a little nervous about this one, but we felt led to have this conversation. Our hope is that what we share about the Holy Spirit will inspire you to grow closer to the Lord and explore how the Spirit moves in your own life. Part 1 lays the groundwork, but don’t miss Part 2 where we really unpack this sometimes tricky topic. Enjoy, and...2024-10-201h 17
As The Leader Grows with Ken JoslinBrydon and Mina Brett | Building Love & Unity Across FaithsWhat happens when two souls from distinct faiths and cultures meet on a Christmas Day in Germany and build a journey of love and unity? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Brydon and Mina Brett, the vibrant voices behind the "Bretter Together" podcast. From Brydon's show business roots in Dallas and Branson to Mina's New York gospel choir experiences, discover how these two navigated the complexities of a long-distance relationship across continents, bound by humor, faith, and incredible eight-hour FaceTime calls.Navigating the intricacies of love, Brydon and Mina share the pivotal role faith played in...2024-10-1638 minBretter Together PodcastMy First Sunday At a Pentecostal Church | Ep. 8In this episode of Bretter Together, Brydon shares his experience attending a Pentecostal church for the first time. From the vibrant worship to the energetic atmosphere, it was unlike anything he had ever encountered. Tune in as we dive into the unique elements of Pentecostal services, how it challenged Brydon’s perspective, and what we both learned from the experience. Whether you're new to the faith or just curious about different Christian traditions, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated.
LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO TH...2024-10-1359 minBretter Together Podcast5 Secrets To Keep Your Long Distance Relationship Strong | Ep. 7In episode 7 of the Bretter Together Podcast, we’re sharing 5 powerful secrets to keep your long-distance relationship strong and thriving. Whether you're navigating different time zones or just struggling with the distance, these practical tips will help you stay connected, communicate better, and strengthen your bond. Tune in to learn how we made long-distance work for five years and how you can do the same! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s build bridges, no matter how far apart you are! Hope you enjoy!
...2024-10-0659 minBretter Together PodcastGood Grief - How Heartbreak Can Deepen Your Connection with God | Ep. 6Can grief possibly be good? Does your brokenness distance you from God or bring Him closer? Is there a righteous way to grieve? Mina has recently been through back-to-back-to-back heartbreak. One day, the Lord taught her some things about grief that have really helped her and, in this episode, she shares some of these amazing insights. This episode surprised both of us. It is full of depth and power. You and those you love will not want to miss it. We hope you enjoy episode 6!
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*A...2024-09-291h 20Bretter Together PodcastOur First Date - We Were NOT On the Same Page! | Ep. 5This podcast episode about our first date revealed that we were NOT on the same page before we headed to Nashville. In short, our first date was almost our last. But God had other ideas and the chemistry was crazy. In this episode we’ll break down all the details and the takeaways from what has become one of the coolest parts of our unlikely love story. AND you’ll get to meet our little guy, Daven. 🥹 Enjoy Episode 5!
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Overcoming differences can seem so daunting in today’s climate. The division between people and groups seems unsolvable at times. But we believe one concept - one paradigm switch - can be the key to overcoming differences of all kinds. This one powerful idea has changed our lives and our relationships forever and we believe it can do the same for you. In Episode 4 of the Bretter Together Podcast, we get deep and wonderful about thi...2024-09-121h 03Bretter Together PodcastNever Marry a Black Woman” - How We Approach Mixed Race Relationship Myths & Stereotypes | Ep. 3“Never marry a black woman.” “Don’t marry outside of your race.” “Marriage is hard enough as it is.” We’ve heard these and many other mixed race relationship stereotypes and myths that could have kept us apart if we had let them. In Episode 3 of the Bretter Together Podcast, we dive deep on the myth of sameness, the concept of race, the complexities and beauties of interracial relationships, and how we can move toward a more healthy way of embracing our differences.
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Bretter Together PodcastHow We Met, Soulmates & Divine Timing | Ep. 1In this episode we dive deep on how we met, soulmates, divine timing, how God prepared us to meet each other, how to know if you’ve found the one and much more.
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Jumper Cable RecordsS1E15 • Discover Mina & Brydon of Bretter TogetherThis week, we sit down with 'your favorite swirl!' Mina & Brydon Brett from the YouTube channel BRETTER TOGETHER. We talk about how music has influenced their marriage, what's next for The Brett Family of Branson, and spend some significant amount of time on clam strips. What?! Listen to find out what's going on!If you want more, subscribe to Bretter Together on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yQWHqAYClPbXQiui8EjEQ2022-08-0941 min