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Podcast Growth and SEO Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Podcasting Problem Solver61: How to Keep Podcasting When You Want to Quit w/ Rafer Owens JrStaring at your download numbers wondering if you should just quit? Scrolling through other podcasters' success thinking they have something you don't? If you're stuck in a podcast plateau questioning whether any of this is worth it, this episode will help you find your way forward.This is part two of my conversation with Rafer Owens Jr., certified mindset coach, about building podcast resilience that actually lasts. You'll hear Rafer's raw story about almost giving up during a nine-mile run and the breakthrough that changed how he approaches everything, including his podcast.We're talking about...
2026-01-2420 min
Podcast Growth and SEO Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Podcasting Problem Solver60: Why Doing Hard Things Builds the Podcast Mindset You Need w/ Rafer Owens JrEver started recording an episode with that voice in your head saying nobody's listening anyway? If you've questioned whether you should quit or caught yourself comparing your downloads to everyone else's highlight reel, this episode is for you. Your biggest obstacle isn't your content strategy or technical skills. It's your podcast mindset and the patience required to keep showing up when you can't see results yet. I'm sitting down with Rafer Owens Jr., certified mindset coach, to talk about the real work of podcasting, the stuff that happens between episodes when you're questioning everything.You'll h...
2026-01-2323 min
The ReBuilt PodcastRafer Owens - Beyond Surface-Level Christianity, Faith Without the FilterIn this episode, I sit down with Rafer Owens, a former pastor and now podcaster, author, and life coach from New Mexico, for a raw and honest conversation about faith as it plays out in real life. We move beyond surface level Christianity and talk about what following Jesus actually looks like in everyday decisions, relationships, and struggles.Rafer brings a grounded and thoughtful perspective as we unpack who the Holy Spirit truly is, His role in the life of a believer, and how to recognize His presence and guidance in our daily...
2026-01-0459 min
Rest for the Worn & Weary11: Simple Shifts, Lasting Change: Practical Steps to Develop Spiritual Habits That StickHow do we put into practice what Jesus taught? What does it look like when we take Jesus seriously? In this episode, mindset coach and Shifts and Giggles podcast host Rafer Owens Jr. dives into the spiritual practice of “doing.”We're talking about what it actually means to live out the teachings of Jesus—not just know them. Rafer shares his journey of moving from simply understanding scripture to actively embracing small, practical shifts that build emotional maturity, healthier relationships, and a more vibrant faith.If you’re weary of surface-level change or burned out from try...
2025-12-1627 min
Shifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthBible Study for Busy Christians: Context, Red Letters, and Real GrowthGot a question or comment? Send us a text!How do you study the Bible when life is loud, toddlers are wild, and your soul is tired? In this episode, Taylor and I get super practical about building a simple, sustainable study rhythm that actually shapes your walk with Jesus. We talk box-breathing to settle your body, reading whole letters as letters, Old Testament timelines, red-letter focus in Matthew/John, word studies, translations, and learning to “present yourself to the Holy Spirit” and let Him grow you.You’ll hear: • How study makes your faith you...
2025-12-1049 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthPrayer Made Simple: Learning to Hear God, Trust His Timing, and Stay Weak Enough to Be StrongGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this heartfelt episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer sits down with his mom, Natalie Owens, to unpack the power of real prayer—not the polished, performance kind, but the honest conversations that happen when life hurts and you don’t know what to say.Together, they talk about:How prayer becomes your lifeline when everything falls apart.Why reading your Bible teaches you how to pray.The difference between emotion-driven prayer and truth-driven prayer.How to actually hear God’s voice and know i...
2025-12-0357 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthHow the Holy Spirit Actually Changes You: A Practical GuideGot a question or comment? Send us a text!This episode is the heartbeat of Season 2. We’ve spent weeks talking about love — what it is, how it flows, and where it breaks down — and today we’re landing the plane. This is a full-season recap for believers who know Jesus is real but aren’t living in the fullness He died to give them.If you’ve felt stuck, spiritually dry, emotionally drained, or like you’re missing something in your walk with Jesus…this one is for you.We walk through the flow of love...
2025-11-2620 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthHow to Set Spirit-Led Boundaries Without Guilt or ShameGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if setting boundaries isn’t selfish at all—but the holiest way to love God, love yourself, and love others well?In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer breaks down why constantly saying “yes” keeps us stuck, tired, and disconnected from God’s best. Through the lens of emotional and spiritual growth, he explains how boundaries protect relationships, promote honesty, and invite the Holy Spirit into our decision-making.You’ll learn:The difference between boundaries, expectations, and motivesWhy guilt and shame appear when...
2025-11-1917 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthSpeak for Clarity, Not Control: Emotional Intelligence for ChristiansGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the conversations you’re avoiding are the very ones the Holy Spirit wants to use to change your life? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer breaks down the difference between speaking for clarity and speaking for control. You’ll learn how emotional intelligence, honesty, and love work together to create real connection in relationships—with God, yourself, and others. From learning to say what you feel to listening without defensiveness, this episode walks you through what it looks like to speak and listen for clarit...
2025-11-1222 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthStop Faking Peace, Let the Holy Spirit Produce ItGot a question or comment? Send us a text!We all want love, joy, peace, and patience—but what if those things only come through the slow, messy process we keep trying to skip?In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer breaks down why the fruit of the Spirit isn’t a checklist of Christian behavior—it’s evidence of spiritual growth. From the apple tree that takes seven years to bear fruit, to the real-life moments when patience runs thin and self-control gets tested, this episode shows how the Holy Spirit produces fruit in us wh...
2025-11-0520 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthRest Is Holy: Why Sabbath Is the Shift Your Soul NeedsGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if you took “rest” as seriously as “thou shalt not kill”?In this episode, Rafer breaks down one of the most misunderstood commandments — rest. We talk about the cultural obsession with busyness, how Christians confuse doing for God with being with God, and why rest is not a luxury — it’s a command and a gift.You’ll hear practical stories from Rafer’s own Sabbath rhythm (including Mario Party Saturdays with the family), insight from Psalm 23 and the Ten Commandments, and a reminder tha...
2025-10-2921 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthWhy a Fixed Mindset is Anti-JesusGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the greatest limit on your life isn’t your circumstances—but your mindset?In this episode, Rafer breaks down how Jesus didn’t just come to save you—He came to grow you. A fixed mindset says, “This is just who I am.” But a growth mindset says, “With the Holy Spirit, I can change.”Rafer unpacks why a fixed mindset is actually anti-Jesus, how growth is tied to sanctification, and why spiritual maturity requires believing that transformation is possible. You’ll learn how your faith, em...
2025-10-2216 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthStop Blaming Satan: How to Heal Your Emotions with the Holy SpiritGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if Jesus didn’t just carry your sin—but your stress, anxiety, and emotional triggers too? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. unpacks how emotional intelligence is not just a psychological concept—it’s a spiritual discipline. Learn how your emotions affect your relationship with God, yourself, and others, and how the Holy Spirit wants to redeem the way you feel, react, and love.This episode dives into:Why emotional intelligence is essential to sanctificationHow to stop over-spiritualizing your emotions and star...
2025-10-1518 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthStop Suppressing What God Wants to HealGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the freedom you’ve been praying for is waiting on the other side of the trash you refuse to pull into the light? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives deep into the difference between denial and suppression and how honesty with yourself opens the door to real transformation with God. Learn how the Holy Spirit reveals to redeem, why pretending everything’s “fine” keeps you stuck, and what it means to come boldly to the Father with your whole heart.This isn’t ab...
2025-10-0823 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthDenial vs Suppression: What Jesus Really Meant in Mark 8:34Got a question or comment? Send us a text!What does it really mean to deny yourself? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down Mark 8:34 and challenges the common belief that denying yourself equals suppressing your struggles. Suppression keeps us stuck in shame and guilt, but true denial—done with the Holy Spirit—leads to transformation.Discover how to partner with the Holy Spirit to face your emotions, impulses, and habits honestly instead of pushing them down. Learn why sanctification isn’t about willpower but about awareness, surrender, and letting God do...
2025-10-0117 min
Podcast Growth and SEO Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Podcasting Problem Solver31: Podcast Content Planning Strategies That Grow Your Show w/ Rafer Owens Jr - Live CoachingIn this live coaching session with Rafer Owens Jr., we’re mapping out a content plan designed to grow your podcast strategically. You’ll learn how to align your episodes with your goals and keep your show focused and effective.We also check in on his progress since our last conversation, explore what’s working, and dive into the systems and mindset shifts that make podcasting feel easier and more strategic.If you’ve ever felt behind on content or unsure how to stay consistent, this episode will give you practical strategies and encouragement to plan sma...
2025-09-3044 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthLove God, Love People: Why We Still Miss the MarkGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Love God. Love people. Sounds simple, right? But if it’s that simple, why do so many of us still miss the mark? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer breaks down the Greatest Commandment from Mark 12 and shows how it’s not just a rule—it’s a flow. God’s love to us. Our love back to Him. Then love for ourselves. Then love for others.If you’ve ever struggled with self-love, criticism, or wondering why relationships feel strained, this teaching will help you see...
2025-09-2417 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Holy Spirit: The Cheat Code to HolinessGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Many Christians have been told, “the heart is deceitful above all things” (Jeremiah 17:9), leaving them afraid to trust what they sense inside. In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. takes a fresh look at this misunderstood scripture, digging into the next verse where God Himself says, “I the Lord search the heart and test the mind.”Rafer shares stories from the Heaven Come conference, his encounter with protesters, and how the Holy Spirit actually searches our hearts—not to condemn us, but to redeem us...
2025-09-1718 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthSanctification Explained: Why Jesus Wants More Than Just Your SalvationGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the most Christ-like version of you is still trapped under unredeemed feelings, passions, and impulses? In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. unpacks what it really means when we say “Jesus came to redeem our hearts and renew our minds.”Too often, Christians accept salvation but stop short of sanctification. Rafer breaks down the biblical meaning of the heart (our desires, affections, passions, impulses) and the mind (our thoughts, emotions, and inclinations) — and why Jesus came to redeem every single part of who...
2025-09-1017 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthS2, E1: Why Your Faith Feels Incomplete Without the Father’s LoveGot a question or comment? Send us a text!If you’ve been following Jesus but still feel like something’s missing—this one is for you. In this episode, Rafer takes us back to the foundation: God the Father. Through the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15, Rafer shows us that the Father is not distant, cold, or harsh—He’s present, compassionate, and deeply personal.You’ll learn how reframing your view of God changes everything: how you live, how you see yourself, and how you love others.This season is all about...
2025-09-0316 min
Upper Room ConversationsShift Happens: Small Changes, Big Results with Rafer Owens Jr.Text me! Let your voice be heard in the Upper Room. In this week's episode Rosalyn sits down with her big brother, Mindset Coach, Podcast Host, Pastor, and author Rafer Owens Jr., to talk about the beautiful ways faith shapes how we live every single day. Rafer shares touching stories about his wife and kids as he walks us through his journey from a young, carefree dude to a life fully surrendered to God (still carefree!), and how his Simple Shift method helps people connect the dots between the spiritual and the practical. Rafer shares the importance of...
2025-08-081h 19Shifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe End of Season 1—But the Start of Something BiggerGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Season 1 Finale: The Start of a MovementWe made it, y’all! Season 1 of Shifts and Giggles is officially a wrap—and what a journey it’s been. In this emotional, energizing, and reflective episode, I share the heart behind the show, recap everything we've covered—from emotional intelligence to growth mindset to the full Simple Shift Method—and tell a real-life story of someone who made a life-altering decision after listening.This episode isn’t just a goodbye to Season 1… it’s the beginning...
2025-07-2314 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthUnlocking Personal Growth with the Right ToolsGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this conversation, Rafer Owens discusses the significance of finding the right tools for personal growth and emotional intelligence. He shares his journey of understanding emotions through intrapersonal communication and emphasizes the importance of using effective tools to navigate relationships and personal challenges. The discussion covers various types of tools, including mindset tools, environmental adjustments, and support systems, and concludes with practical applications for daily life.Support the showThanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful...
2025-07-1621 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthFixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset: Why Your Words Reveal EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!What if the story you've been telling yourself is the only thing holding you back?In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares how he went from hating running to training for a half marathon—and how that unexpected journey revealed a deep truth about mindset. This episode dives into the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, how to recognize which one you're operating from, and why effort always matters more than talent. If you’ve ever said, “I’m ju...
2025-07-0925 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Gift of Failure: Why Falling Short Is the Key to GrowthGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Why do we fear failure so much—and how is that fear keeping us stuck?In this powerful episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares a heartfelt story about watching his son struggle (and succeed) through the hardest level of a video game—and uses it to unpack why failure isn’t the enemy. In fact, it’s the path.You’ll learn how to reframe failure from being something final to something formative, how your brain actually grows more from failing than succeeding, and why pe...
2025-07-0220 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life Growth5 Practical Ways to Build Emotional Intelligence (Even If It Feels Hard)Got a question or comment? Send us a text!In this powerful follow-up to last week's emotional intelligence episode, Rafer unpacks how to build emotional intelligence—not just why it's important. Emotional intelligence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill. Rafer shares raw and relatable stories, including a vulnerable moment with his son and a hilarious but deep lesson involving a coffee cup. You'll walk away with five practical tools to grow your emotional awareness, manage your reactions, and build healthier relationships. Whether you're a parent, spouse, leader, or just trying to become a better...
2025-06-2520 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthWhy Emotional Intelligence Is a Skill You Can’t Afford to IgnoreGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we’re getting real about emotional intelligence. Rafer shares the moment he realized he was unintentionally gaslighting his wife—and how learning to name his emotions like “dismissed” and “anxious” saved his marriage and shifted his entire life.Emotional intelligence isn’t soft—it’s survival. If you’ve ever shut down, blamed others, or got defensive without knowing why... this one’s for you.Next week, we’ll dive into how to build emotional intelligence, but today we’re laying the f...
2025-06-1821 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthWhat Happens After the Goal? How to Keep GrowingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!You made progress. You hit the goal. You felt the shift. But now you feel… stuck again.This episode dives deep into the final step of the Simple Shift Method: Evolve Continuously. Because winning once doesn’t mean you’ve finished. And transformation isn’t a mountaintop—it’s a mindset.If you’ve ever asked:“Why do I feel off after I achieve something?”“How do I keep growing when life feels flat?”“Is it possible to stay motivated long-term?”This one’s...
2025-06-1117 min
Podcast Growth and SEO Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Podcasting Problem Solver6: Getting Strategic About Podcast Growth with Rafer Owens Jr. - Live CoachingIn this live coaching session, Rafer Owens Jr. and I unpack the strategy behind sustainable podcast growth. You’ll learn how to align your content, audience, and offers for a show that actually drives results.If you’re ready to grow your show (and your confidence) one step at a time, this one’s for you.Check out the resources, full show notes & more at https://leahbryantco.com/podcast/podcast-growth-strategiesMentioned Links & Connect with Rafer Owens JrListen to Shifts & Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life Growth Fol...
2025-06-1031 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthFeel Stuck? This Mindset Shift Will Change EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!When life doesn’t go as planned, most people either give up or keep doing what’s not working—hoping it magically changes. In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we dive into Step 5 of the Simple Shift Method: Learn and Adjust.Rafer shares what 75 Hard taught him about progress, personal growth, and the mindset shift it takes to evolve. If you’ve ever thought:“Why is this still not working?”“I tried and failed, so maybe I’m not built for this.”“I’m tired of startin...
2025-06-0418 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthStop Waiting, Start Practicing: How Consistency Changes EverythingGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into Step 4 of the Simple Shift Method: Practice Consistently. If you've ever been paralyzed by the "what ifs"—what if it doesn't work, what if I'm not good enough, what if I fail—this episode is your breakthrough.Rafer shares how to break free from fear by taking imperfect steps forward. Whether you're building a business, trying to change a relationship, or shifting your mindset, this episode gives you practical encouragement and real talk about what...
2025-05-2816 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthHope Isn't A Strategy: Build A Plan That WorksGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer unpacks Step 3 of the Simple Shift Method — Make a Plan — and explains how creating small, specific goals can lead to massive progress. Through a powerful story about paying off $54,000 of debt, Rafer shows how SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) and simple planning helped him and his wife transform their finances — and how you can apply the same principles to any area of your life. If you’ve been trying to change without a clear strategy, this is your...
2025-05-2220 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Tools That Got You Here Won't Get You ThereGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down step two of the Simple Shift Method: Identify Tools and Resources. Whether you've been using outdated habits, trying too many things at once, or skipping over the resources that are right in front of you, Rafer shows you how to choose the right tools for where you're headed — not just where you've been. This episode will challenge you to rethink how you prepare for personal growth, and help you get unstuck by learning how to...
2025-05-1521 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthYou Can't Change What You Refuse to SeeGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into the first step of the Simple Shift Method—See the Challenge—and explores the power of building awareness in your life. With honesty, humor, and a powerful story about his relationship with his son, Rafer unpacks how self-awareness can unlock real change. You'll walk away knowing how to ask the right questions, get clear about your direction, and finally face the stuff that’s been keeping you stuck.Support the showThanks for tu...
2025-05-0821 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthThe Simple Shift Method: How Small Steps Create Big ChangeGot a question or comment? Send us a text!In this episode, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down The Simple Shift Method—the six-step framework that helped him transform his life and can help you do the same. Learn how small, intentional shifts lead to lasting change and how you can start applying the method in your own life today.Support the showThanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review.Have a question or co...
2025-05-0120 minShifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life GrowthShift Happens: Welcome to Shifts and GigglesGot a question or comment? Send us a text!Welcome to Shifts and Giggles! In this first episode, Rafer Owens Jr. shares the heart behind the show, his personal journey of life change through small, intentional shifts, and what you can expect from this season. Get ready for relatable conversations, practical steps, and a whole lot of encouragement to help you change your life—on purpose.Support the showThanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a...
2025-04-2811 min
Boundaries & Grace with Taylor ChandlerGrowing Fruits of the Spirit feat. Rafer OwensRafer is a husband, father, and pastor in New Mexico who struggled with Anger and Anxiety - until he did his Work! Listen in as he shares about his desire to live like Jesus, coming to terms with the fact he was not, and doing the necessary steps to change.Reattach Fast TrackBeginning August 28th1-on-1 InterestThank you for your support! Work with me: Interest FormWebsite: https://www.iamtaylorchandler.com/Instagram: @iamtaylorchandler YouTube: @iamtaylorchandler
2023-08-1340 min
The Black in Blue PodcastEpisode 051: Los Angeles County Sheriff‘s Deputy Rafer OwensRafer Owens is a man of faith and conviction. Not only is he a tenured deputy with the Los Angeles County, California Sheriff's Department with over 30 years of service to the Compton community, he is also a pastor of a church in that same Compton community. Check out Rafer's journey and how he has worked to shape the lives of those in the community he serves.
2021-04-1955 min
Papa Johns Brain DroppingsWorld Series | Papa John's Brain Droppings Podcast #32In today's podcast we discuss World Series, Astros, Dodgers, MLB, indictment, Papadopoulos, Manafort, Mueller, Sean Hannity, Fox News, FBI, Russia, Carter Page, RAW, Boehner, Booker T, Michael Cole, Survivor Series, Trump, 49ers, Garoppolo, Tom Brady, Republicans, Kirk Cousins, Redskins, Patriots, Israel, Palestine, Emma, WWE, Halloween, Kenny Omega, Jasmin, Kadri, Bob Ross, ESPN 30 for 30, Democrats, Jesse Ventura, MLS, Toronto FC, TFC, Samoa Joe, The Miz, Baron Corbin, Stanton, Blue Jays, Marlins, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Trick or Street Fight, limos, Nitro, Kevin Owens, Daniel Bryan, Shane McMahon, SD Live, costume, Freedom Caucus, Joe Biden, Bernie...
2017-10-3155 min