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Spiritual Journeys: Weekly Messages from St. Peter's Episcopal ChurchWisdom and Chaos | Sermon by Graduating Seniors Charlie Sweet & Olivia PeltierFrom Graduation to Transformation – Two Seniors Reflect on Faith, Change, and Finding God in the UnknownIn this moving and thought-provoking sermon, St. Peter’s graduating seniors Charlie Sweet and Olivia Peltier share reflections on their lives, their faith, and the lessons they’ve learned growing up in our church community.Charlie, a soon-to-be engineering student at Colorado School of Mines, finds God’s Wisdom in the beauty of design and structure—both in creation and in the people who quietly shape the life of the church. Through stories of service, family, and faith, he reminds us that being “engineered by God” mean...
2025-06-1610 min
Listen with LOUISUsing Artificial Intelligence to Create Widgets with Olivia PeltierIn this episode, we hear from Olivia Peltier, Instruction Librarian at University of Louisiana Lafayette, about how she has been using Pickaxe Project to create widgets for ULLs website, such as their Book Recommender tool. Olivia talks about how she got interested in this work, how to get started with widgets and artificial intelligence, and more!Plus Olivia participates in our Pitch Your Passion segment to talk about sustainable living and owning chickens 🐣.
2024-08-3024 min
World Is BurningEp. 46 - Free Leonard Peltier and People vs. Fossil FuelsIn the 1960s and 70s, rising leader of the American Indian Movement Leonard Peltier was known for providing mutual aid from his auto shop and advocating for Native civil rights. After a controversial trial concerning the deaths of two FBI agents, Peltier was sent to jail to serve two life sentences. Despite cries for clemency from the likes of Mother Teresa and Nelson Mandela, Peltier has spent over half his life in jail. This week, Elise tells his story. Then, Olivia talks about her time down at the People vs. Fossil Fuels action in Washington DC. She witnessed the...
2021-10-201h 05
Real and RelentlessChoosing KindnessToday's episode is inspired by my rabbit-hole down Pinterest quotes and just about being a good freakin' human being. I chat about choosing kindness, confronting unkind circumstance in your life and staying true to your character in the midst of unwelcomed energy. Being a kind person rocks. And it's really one of those things that makes US feel good, too. Let us be the energy we want to attract and make people's days awesome for no other reason but just because.
Because kindness matters. And it's really that simple.
Choose to be the kind person.
2021-08-0325 minReal and RelentlessI'm Engaged AND Pregnant? Life Update!Hey guys! This week we've got two major updates coming to the podcast. I'm engaged AND pregnant!
I can't wait to take you guys along on this next season of life with me and everything to come. In today's episode we talk all things engagement as well as all things pregnancy leading up to this point (I'm now 17 weeks - whaaatt?!). From the tough parts of pregnancy to being SO close to our gender reveal party - you get to hear it all in today's episode.
Thank you endlessly for tuning in, supporting and listening. I...
2021-07-2919 minReal and RelentlessLeo The LionPresley drove to the hospital 9 weeks before Leo's due date experiencing constant pain and unaware that she was actually going into labor. Little Leo was born at 31 weeks and other than an early birth, everything looked great. But around 4 months and what seemed like countless days in the NICU, they gave them the option to either take Leo off of the ventilator or to give him trach/g-tube. Listen along to Presley's journey to motherhood, experiencing premature birth, the NICU and learn all about Leo The Lion.
Check Out Presley's blog here: https://www.tubiestrong.com/
2021-02-0552 minReal and RelentlessEating Disorders + Finding Your TruthFinding your truth starts with identifying with your brokenness. Have you ever felt yourself feeling lost, broken, empty or at the end of yourself? In today's podcast I dive deep into eating disorders and finding your truth with my friend Anna Palsgrove. We chat about changing your center of truth and altering your thoughts to adjust your main focus from darkness to light.
I hope this podcast makes you feel encouraged, loved, seen and known. Don't be afraid to speak up and bring light to what feels broken. Your brokenness is welcome and it is only the b...
2021-01-1244 minReal and RelentlessGet UncomfortableFrom doing what feels comfortable for the sake of not failing, to doing what’s uncomfortable and taking the risk to go against the grain. In today’s episode I am joined by my dear friend Adayja Kelly, who just recently went full time as a youth pastor. We dive into embracing uncomfortable situations in life and going for your dreams despite what the outer world has to say about it, as well as curating a supportive group of friends that want the best for you. We encourage you to fill your cup up and be your biggest cheerleader for...
2021-01-0548 minReal and RelentlessMoving OutIt’s finally here. I’ve finally moved out. To be entirely honest, I was so incredibly nervous- but it’s easily one of the most exciting and pivotal moments of life yet. In today’s episode I dive into my feelings about moving out, cherishing the last moments at home in my childhood bedroom as well as the first week of my life in my new home. From the big feelings and big moments to every last little detail of this brand new journey. I hope you guys enjoy. Merry Christmas!
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2020-12-2441 minReal and RelentlessWide Awake with Cory BrethMeet recording artist, teacher and father Cory Breth. Today we sit down to chat about his latest album release Wide Awake. Wide Awake's release show set date on October 3rd of 2020 and was over 3 years in the making, originating and recorded in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky. We sit down, dive deep into what the album is about and dissect a few songs as well as Cory's testimony of faith through the creation of his album and all of the wonderful people that made it possible.
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2020-12-141h 03Real and RelentlessRunning On EmptyThere are times in our lives we all feel as though we are running on empty, and especially throughout this year of unknowns I know this feeling has weighed heavy on many hearts. In this episode we dive into 2 Kings 4:1-7. Sometimes in life it feels we've lost everything. From a job, to a family member, to falling short and behind on bills; life can truly seem unmanageable and unconquerable at times. It can really feel like the weight of the world is on our shoulders and as though we've got a full plate and nothing to provide. Today we...
2020-12-0331 minReal and RelentlessCollege, Trade Schools + Financial ResponsibilityFrom moving my sister to her first year of college to talking about if college is right for you, in today's episode we cover all of the bases. We chat about the opportunities that lie inside of college as well as the opportunities that lie outside of college. We have so many different routes we can take and finding what's right for us is always a journey within itself and is incredibly unique to you as an individual. Today we discuss the financial responsibility of going to school, the opportunity of going to a trade school and or tech...
2020-11-2538 minReal and RelentlessFinding Your Faith As An AdultFaith is the evidence of things unseen, therefore sometimes faith can be hard to truly find and rest in. But what about when we know it's there, but we're not sure how to find OUR unique connection with God? Sometimes we feel as though there’s another level of it, but we’re just not sure how to reach it. In this weeks epsiode I'm touching base on finding and exploring your faith as an adult and how to find the connection that feeds your heart and soul- endlessly. Hope you enjoy!
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2020-08-1320 minReal and RelentlessComparison Culture + Feeling “Enough”In today’s episode I sit down and talk about comparison culture and feeling “enough” in different areas of your life. If you’ve dealt with doubting yourself and constantly looking over your shoulder at the next person- this is for you. From healthy to unhealthy comparison and having confidence in who God made you to be, I discuss everything from comparing yourself to identifying your worth and why it’s important to be less like THEM and more like YOU. If you enjoy today’s episode I’d absolutely love to hear about it in the reviews! Thank you so much for li...
2020-08-0329 minReal and RelentlessWriting With A PurposeIn today's episode I sit down and chat with writer, marketer and blogger Mikenna Varvel about starting Redemptive Writings. From living through and struggling with illness to persevering and finding her purpose, Mikenna addresses conquering adversity and putting your best foot forward. We dive into finding purpose through each season of life, keeping God at the forefront. If you feel inclined, I'd absolutely love to hear from you in the reviews! Thank you so much for listening!
Follow along with Mikenna's Redemptive Writings Journey here: www.instagram.com/redemptivewritings
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2020-07-1358 minReal and RelentlessFrom Finance To MinistryIn today's episode I sit down and chat with Patrick McKee to discuss his experience transitioning from working full time at a financial advising firm to studying ministry. From taking a leap of faith of leaving behind a life of comfort and security to fully trusting God's plan for his life, today's episode encompasses everything from pursuing your purpose to trusting God's perfect timing.
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2020-07-061h 01Real and RelentlessChange Is InevitableChange is inevitable. Change is hard. Change is exciting. But regardless, change is exactly what you make of it. In today’s episode, I talk about difficult life changes as well as exciting life changes. I dive into navigating change and making necessary changes in our lives. Hope you guys love today’s bonus episode!
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2020-07-0129 minReal and RelentlessTransitioning To A Toxin Free LifeIn today's episode I sit down with Jamie Warden to discuss the dangers of the toxins in our every day products and transitioning to a toxin free life. Not only do we dive deep into the products, but also some of the issues that stem from the results of chemical body burden and how to rise above it, change our products and transform our lives. Hope you guys have a great week!
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2020-06-3054 minReal and Relentless“You Are Capable” | A Runners Mindset with Lexi BlairIn today's episode I sit down and chat with runner, teacher and coffee-lover, Lexi Blair about running and training for her first ever half marathon this past September. From how she got started to her "why", today we dive deeper into a greater purpose than just fitness. We dive into strengthening mental health and pursuing hard work on and off the track. I hope you guys love this weeks episode!
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2020-06-221h 05Real and RelentlessEmbracing Your Privacy In An Overly Public WorldHey guys! In today's episode I'm going to be talking about embracing your privacy in an overly public world. With social media readily available at the snap of our fingers, it's nice to know that you can still embrace your privacy and you can choose what you share with the world. Thank you for tuning in!
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2020-06-1521 min
C'est compliquéll y a une alchimie entre nous mais je ne veux plus souffrir«J'ai rencontré un homme sur Tinder, il y a une alchimie extraordinaire entre nous, mais j'ai très peur et je me protège.» Après une série d'échecs, Olivia a désormais peur de croire en ses relations. Pour la première fois depuis des années, elle se projette dans l'avenir avec un homme, mais elle n'a «plus envie de souffrir.» Comment trouver le courage de s'engager dans une histoire d'amour après une ou plusieurs histoires douloureuses? Tous les quinze jours dans C’est compliqué, vous nous racontez vos histoires dans toute leur complexité. Une...
2020-05-0714 minReal and RelentlessDEALING WITH PERFECTIONISMHey guys! Today we touch base on perfectionism in the work-place and dealing with it in day to day life. Hope you have the best week ever!
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2020-03-1231 minReal and RelentlessMOTIVATION + HEALTHY HABITSHey guys! Today we talk about the importance of implementing discipline into your lifestyle and creating healthy habits for yourself. Thanks for tuning in!
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2020-02-1726 min
Real and RelentlessQ&AIn today’s episode we’re sitting down and answering some of the most recent questions we’ve been asked. If you guys have any questions, feel free to send them in. We love answering any and all questions you guys have! Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2020-02-1017 min
Real and RelentlessSELF CAREToday we’re talking about self-care from the claw-foot bathtub. Thanks for tuning in!
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2020-02-0328 minReal and RelentlessFACE IT!INTRODUCING REAL AND RELENTLESS! A podcast by Olivia Peltier and Alexa Bartimus. Relentlessly working hard, getting real about juggling work and life and behind the scenes when it comes to mindset and Entrepreneurship.
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2020-01-2629 min