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The Radiant Mission135. Who is Jesus?Send us a textWho is Jesus? No name has sparked more controversy, devotion, or division throughout human history. Some dismiss him as merely a good teacher or prophet, while others worship him as Lord and Savior. But beyond opinions, what does the evidence actually reveal?Our journey through this question takes us beyond scripture to examine compelling historical records from non-Christian sources. Roman historians Tacitus and Pliny the Younger, along with Jewish historian Josephus, all document Jesus and the early Christian movement—providing powerful external validation for biblical accounts. Archaeological discoveries like the Pilate St...2025-04-2213 min
The Radiant Mission134. Who Is God?Send us a textWhat if every breath you take whispers the name of God? In the premiere episode of our Coffee Talk series, we're tackling humanity's most profound question: Who is God? This isn't just theological theory—it's the foundation that shapes how we understand ourselves and navigate our world.Diving into Scripture, we explore the fascinating paradox of God's character. How can someone be perfectly just while overflowing with mercy? We unpack this divine tension and how it finds its perfect resolution at the cross, where justice and mercy embrace without compromising either at...2025-04-1511 min
The Radiant Mission129. Birth Autonomy & Medical Myths with Dr. Nathan Riley (Part 2)Send us a textDr. Nathan Riley shares his perspective on the countercultural approach to birth, explaining why he left his hospital OBGYN career and now supports midwives and home birth instead of practicing within the medical system.Men in women's healthcare - examining whether male OBGYNs objectify women's bodies and how medical training teaches practitioners to view patients as objects rather than whole personsQuestioning routine gynecological procedures like annual pap smears and HPV testing, suggesting many aren't evidence-based or necessaryThe rich history of childbirth and how it moved from women's domain to hospital...2025-03-111h 22
The Radiant Mission125. Instinctual Motherhood: Challenging Norms & Cloth Diapering w/HadenSend us a textMotherhood is a journey filled with love, challenges, and countless decisions. In this episode of The Radiant Mission Podcast, host Rebecca Twomey welcomes Haden Johnson to discuss instinctual motherhood, co-sleeping, cloth diapering, and Elimination Communication (EC). Haden shares her story of leaving behind societal expectations to embrace a more natural, intuitive approach to parenting.💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The benefits of co-sleeping and skin-to-skin contact for bonding and development✔️ Why Haden chose cloth diapering and her favorit...2025-02-1134 min
Memory Makers PodcastEp. 69 - How to Build a Strong Digital Brand for Your FEC Featuring Rebecca Twomey of Party Center SoftwareIn this week's edition of the Memory Makers Podcast, Russ Van Natta sits down with Rebecca Twomey, President at Party Center Software, to discuss how to build a strong digital brand for your FEC. As part of the Amusement 360 Partnership series, Rebecca shares actionable insights on branding that go beyond just logos and websites—exploring how every touchpoint, from facility decor to social media, shapes customer perception and loyalty. They discuss the importance of listening to guests, responding to reviews (both good and bad), and turning complaints into opportunities for building loyalty. The conversation touches on managing your brand’s digi...2024-12-1042 min
The Radiant Mission113. Taylor Swift, Witchcraft, and the Dark Side of Music’s Influence on YouthSend us a textWhat if the enchanting melodies of your favorite pop stars are shaping more than just your playlist? Join us on The Radiant Mission Podcast as we unravel the powerful influence of celebrity idolization, focusing on Taylor Swift's evolution and the unsettling trend towards darker themes in Hollywood. As co-hosts and sisters, Rebecca Twomey and Rachel Smith share personal stories of admiration for Swift, urging parents to carefully consider the media their children consume within Christian communities. The discussions weave through the impact of celebrities like Swift and Sam Smith on young fans, raising...2024-11-1248 min
The Radiant Mission103. Homeschooling Teens: Preparing for College and Navigating Social ChallengesSend us a textCan homeschooling really prepare your child for college and beyond? Join us on the Radiant Mission Podcast as Rebecca and Rachel share their journeys through homeschooling, with Rebecca starting college at 16 and Rachel making the switch to public high school in ninth grade. This episode uncovers the unique challenges of teaching teenagers at home, from managing hormones to deciding whether to continue homeschooling or transition to a traditional school setting. Rachel offers a candid reflection on her high school experience, discussing the exposure to negative influences and her eventual appreciation for the homeschooling...2024-09-0352 min
The Radiant Mission101. Why Homeschool? Insights, Challenges, and Encouragement for ParentsSend us a textIn this episode of The Radiant Mission Podcast, Rebecca and Rachel dive into the world of homeschooling, sharing their personal experiences, challenges, and tips for creating a balanced, effective, and joyful homeschooling environment. They discuss how homeschooling differs from traditional schooling, the importance of developing practical life skills, and how to nurture creativity in children. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just considering it, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.Listen in as they share stories about their own children, from mastering cooking skills at a young age to the...2024-08-2046 min
The Radiant Mission98. Mike's Testimony: Finding Faith Amidst Struggles and ImperfectionsSend us a textCan faith truly transform a life riddled with struggles and imperfections? That’s the powerful question we explore in this heartfelt episode of the Radiant Mission Podcast, where my husband, Michael Twomey, joins me for an intimate discussion on God's unwavering goodness. From the comfort of our dining room, still adorned with decorations from our daughter's birthday, we talk about our battles with spiritual warfare and an unusual illness that could be a new COVID variant. As we reflect on these challenges, we also consider their possible impacts on the impending election season.2024-07-301h 20
The Radiant Mission93. Intro to God's Goodness: Igniting Hope & Deepening FaithSend us a textWhen was the last time you felt utterly transformed by an experience? Today, we embark on a new journey of faith and inspiration. I'm Rebecca Twomey, and this episode of the Radiant Mission Podcast marks the beginning of a heartfelt series that revisits our spiritual roots. After wrapping up our discussions on "God's Design for Women's Health," we shift gears to focus on the extraordinary power of testimonies. I'll be sharing how these personal stories of faith can ignite hope and foster a deeper connection with God, much like how a memorable dining...2024-06-0416 min
The Radiant Mission88. Unraveling Feminism and Embracing Life: Lindsey's Journey from Planned Parenthood to GodSend us a textWhen Lindsey first stepped through the doors of a Planned Parenthood clinic as an intern, she didn't expect her entire worldview to unravel. Yet, it was here, amidst the convergence of politics, ideology, and raw human emotion, that she began a journey that would challenge the very core of her beliefs about feminism, choice, and life itself. Our Radiant Mission podcast is honored to share the extraordinary narrative of a former radical feminist and Master of Social Work graduate as she navigates the treacherous waters of personal transformation and finds anchorage in the...2024-04-1647 min
The Radiant Mission87. Beyond Birth Control: Empowering Women Through Fertility Awareness and Natural Family PlanningSend us a textAs I chatted with Nicki, her passion for women's health and the wisdom passed down from her mother illuminated our conversation about God's Design for Women's Health. This episode of the Radiant Mission podcast takes you on a journey through the maze of formula and birth control industries, revealing their influence on natural processes like breastfeeding and menstrual health. We discuss the vitality of understanding hormonal cycles and living in harmony with God's vision for womanhood.The intimacy shared between spouses can be a sacred dance, and this week, we explored...2024-04-0938 min
The Radiant Mission86. Mothers Protecting Motherhood: Unraveling Marketing Strategies That Undermine BreastfeedingSend us a textWhen Nicki, a passionate birth educator and mother, sat down with us, we knew her insights on the divine intricacy of women's bodies would illuminate our conversation. Her voice, seasoned by experience and advocacy through the Radical Moms Union, echoes a challenge to the formula industry's narrative (specifically to Bobbie). In the heart of our discussion, we tackle the critical debate of breastfeeding's natural supremacy over formula, digging into the predatory marketing that threatens to overshadow the profound mother-infant bond and the myriad of benefits that nursing provides. The journey of m...2024-04-0241 min
The Radiant Mission85. Hormonal Birth Control: Andrea’s IUD StorySend us a textIn this episode, nutritionist and fitness coach Andrea Riofrio-Halford joined us to share her wisdom and personal experience using Mirena, a hormonal intrauterine device (IUD). Together, we confront the thorny issues surrounding hormonal health, from the physical discomfort of IUDs to the emotional rollercoaster of synthetic hormones. Our conversation is a candid one, placing personal autonomy and informed consent at the forefront of our exploration into the myriad of birth control options and their impact on women's lives.Wrestling with the side effects of birth control can...2024-03-2651 min
The Radiant Mission84. Birth Control vs. Fertility Awareness: An Honest ConversationSend us a textEver found yourself questioning how birth control impacts your body's natural hormonal flow? In our latest episode, we peek behind the curtain of hormonal contraceptives, from the pill to IUDs. We shed light on the obscured truths behind birth control's effects on women's health, discussing how they can often mask the symptoms of issues like endometriosis without actually healing the body (but in fact causing more harm).We're sharing not just our own stories but also the voices of many who've walked this path, aiming to open your eyes to the...2024-03-1959 min
The Radiant Mission83. Intro to God's Design for Women's HealthSend us a textHost: @theradiantmissionCo-Host: @rachelsmithsmithReel: Women & Men are on Different Body ClocksReel: Interesting Visual (Video) of the Menstrual CycleTaking Charge of Your Fertility - Purchase on AmazonThe Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility - Purchase on Amazon---DISCLAIMER: NOT MEDICAL ADVICEJoin us for the introduction of our new series, "God's Design for Women's Health." We discuss the incredible intricacies of the female body. From hormones to the endocrine system, this episode...2024-03-1252 min
The Radiant Mission82. A First Time Mom's Wild Pregnancy & Free Birth StorySend us a textSophia's heartwarming journey from a young Texan dreaming of midwifery to embracing the raw, elemental beauty of a home birth is a tale that both mothers and mothers-to-be will find gripping. As she shares her story on The Radiant Mission podcast, you'll be captivated by her transformation into a steadfast advocate for natural childbirth, making a profound statement about the power of faith and intuition in the face of modern medical convention. Her story is a testament to the strength found in choosing the path less traveled, and her candid insights offer an...2024-03-0554 min
The Radiant Mission81. Our 2nd Unassisted Home Birth Journey with Midwife MikeSend us a textMy husband, Michael Twomey, affectionately known to many as "Midwife Mike," joins me this week for an intimate retelling of our home birthing adventure, where we embraced the unexpected with both hands—and a splash of humor. Unpack the riveting tales of unassisted childbirth, where the warmth of our own home set the stage for life's most miraculous performance. From booming laughs over forgotten pool liners to the silent reverence of catching our own baby, we navigate the ebb and flow of birthing outside the hospital. Home births come with their own...2024-02-2754 min
The Radiant Mission80. Wild Pregnancy: Intuition, Faith, & Prenatal CareSend us a textEmbracing the raw and transformative power of wild pregnancy, I walked the path less traveled, serving as my own midwife for the arrival of my third child. This powerful journey is shared in this episode where I transition from a highly medicalized first birth experience to two that honors intuition and a profound connection with the body's natural processes. We discuss how every woman's passage through pregnancy and birth can uniquely chart a course between modern technology and ancestral wisdom.Our conversation traverses the landscape of prenatal choices, weighing the benefits...2024-02-2053 min
The Radiant Mission79. Trusting God in Birth & Fertility with Audrey RossSend us a textAs I sat contemplating the intricacies of childbirth, a question stirred in my heart: How deeply do we trust the natural rhythms and God's design of birth? Together with Audrey Ross, a passionate birth keeper, we dive into a discussion on trusting God in birth and fertility.We delve into the realm of natural childbirth, sharing our own experiences and challenging the commonplace practices that often overshadow a woman's innate birthing wisdom. We navigate through the spiritual dimensions of birth, reverence for the miraculous moment of meeting a new baby, and...2024-02-131h 07
The Radiant Mission78. Cultivating Birth Wisdom with Audrey RossSend us a textAudrey Ross is a wife, mother, and birth keeper who is passionate about teaching women to trust physiological birth. In this episode of The Radiant Mission podcast, we discuss learning moments and giving birth outside of the medical paradigm.As a daughter, sister, and mother deeply rooted in the dance of childbirth, Audrey's voice is a call for honoring the divine orchestration of bringing life into the world. Come listen as she delves into a conversation that bridges the gap between the sacred and the science of birth, sharing the intimate...2024-02-0648 min
The Radiant Mission77. Healing Birth Trauma with Diana of @HealingBirthSend us a textHave you ever considered the profound impact of childbirth on a woman's spirit and emotional well-being? My guest, Diana from the Healing Birth Podcast, joins me to explore the depths of birthing as a transformational experience, complete with its trials, triumphs, and the undeniable role of faith. Through an intimate recount of my sister's journey from multiple C-sections to a heartwarming physiological birth, we illuminate the influence of supportive environments and the unwavering trust in God's design for birth, challenging the disenchanting labels like "failure to progress" with uplifting personal victories that honor...2024-01-3059 min
The Radiant Mission76. Navigating Birth with Diana, Host of the Healing Birth PodcastSend us a textWhen Diana's own birthing experience left her grappling with the unexpected, her quest for healing turned her into a guiding light for countless women. Join me as I sit down with this extraordinary birth expert and host of the Healing Birth podcast, to traverse the intimate terrain of birth, trauma, and the subsequent journey toward recovery. Our heartfelt conversation will reveal the transformative power of birth stories, empathy, and the solidarity found within a community that honors every woman's unique passage into motherhood.This episode goes beyond the birth room to...2024-01-2353 min
The Radiant Mission75. Recovering Postpartum after a VBA2CSend us a textHave you ever stood in awe of the sheer strength and resilience that embodies the journey of childbirth and recovery? Together with Rachel, my sister, we share a heart-to-heart on the sacred dance of birth, the raw power of the postpartum period, and the tender moments of early motherhood. Rachel's candid storytelling brings us into the delivery room and the birthing center, painting a portrait of the physical and emotional landscapes that shape the postpartum experience, from the adrenaline-charged hunger of labor to the warmth of a baby's first embrace.Welcoming...2024-01-1656 min
The Radiant Mission74. Rachel's VBAC Birth Story: VBA2C at a Birthing CenterSend us a textWhen my sister Rachel set out on her mission for a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC), the stakes were incredibly high. With the echoes of past cesareans in the back of her mind, she embarked on a journey that would challenge her emotionally, physically, and spiritually—a story she bravely shares with us, imparting wisdom and strength that reaches beyond the delivery room.Throughout the episode, Rachel's candid retelling of her labor paints a picture filled with anticipation, pain management strategies, and the importance of a nurturing environment. Each contraction brought he...2024-01-091h 14
The Radiant Mission73. Preparing for Rachel's VBA2C at a Birthing CenterSend us a textEmbarking on a journey of birth is both a powerful and profoundly intimate experience. As I, Rachel, co-host of The Radiant Mission Podcast, navigates the path of a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC, or for me a VBA2C) with my sister and host, Rebecca, at my side, we weave together our narratives of past C-sections, present preparations, and the anticipation of natural childbirth. Every decision is infused with intention, from selecting a birth provider who shares our Christian values, to the holistic practices that supported my body's readiness for birth. The sacred...2023-12-191h 06