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The Global Leadership PodcastEp 181: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on VisionDeveloping, casting, and protecting an organization’s vision is one of the most critical functions of a leader. In this episode, GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam asks President and CEO David Ashcraft to share what he’s learned about vision from his decades of leading. As always, you’ll find David’s insights to be practical, concise, and very clear. We hope you enjoy these tips on how to effectively share vision with your team. 2025-07-0114 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 172: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Well-Being for LeadersHow can leaders stay holistically healthy amidst demands for high-performance and the constant chaos of the modern world? GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft sits down with Whitney Putnam to share his thoughts on what leaders can do to care for themselves so they can stay in the game for the long haul. 2025-05-0616 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 168: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on the Essentials of Leaving a LegacyThis month, our focus at the GLN is on leaving a leadership legacy and today podcast host (and GLN VP of Marketing), Whitney Putnam interviews GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on his experience with organizational transitions and successions. David shares gems from his 30 years of local church leadership, including how to get started planning a legacy, and the one thing that can absolutely derail a positive transition. Every leader should be thinking about what (or who) will follow them, and this episode is a great starting point for your plans. 2025-04-0120 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 165: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Nuts and Bolts of TeamworkToday’s episode draws on the wealth of experience of GLN President and CEO, David Ashcraft, as he and GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam cover a variety of topics related to working with teams. This conversation ranges from values, to empowerment, to conflict, and is absolutely full of practical leadership gems. 2025-03-0526 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 162: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Leading with HeartThis month’s theme at the Global Leadership Network is “leading with heart,” and in this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN president and CEO David Ashcraft. Together, they explore what it means to lead with heart and examine practical ways that leaders can begin to lead with openness and authenticity. David and Whitney also discuss how to avoid some potential pitfalls that can occur as leaders begin to open up to those around them.2025-02-1118 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 159: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Being a Purposeful Leader“Vision leaks” is a well-known leadership axiom, and to kick off January’s theme of being a “purposeful leader,” Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft. In this conversation, they explore the role purpose and mission has in David’s life and leadership. We’ll also hear about some common pitfalls that leaders can face regarding purpose, and how he has learned to guard against them. 2025-01-0720 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 157: Conflict—GLN President and CEO David AshcraftOur topic for December is “conflict,” and GLN President and CEO gets us started with this conversation with Whitney Putnam. We invite you to listen as David shares how his approach to conflict has evolved and some of the practical lessons he’s learned over time. Conflict is inevitable, but it does not have to result in negative consequences; it can actually improve our relationships and our work together.2024-12-1218 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 151: How Leadership and Hospitality are Interconnected—GLN President and CEO David AshcraftWhat should leaders know about hospitality? What does it mean to be welcoming? Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing and Global Leadership Podcast Host) and David Ashcraft (GLN President and CEO) kick off this month’s focus with a focus on the importance of hospitality. In the conversation, David reflects on the impact hospitality can have on guests and/or customers, and how showing unreasonable hospitality to others can positively impact a team.2024-09-3020 min
Blockbusters and BirdwalksComic Book Movies, a conversation – “Superman II”This is part of a series about movies based on comic books. ***Referenced media:“Superman” (Richard Donner, 1978)“Adventures of Superman” (Whitney Ellsworth and Robert J. Maxwell, 1952-1958)“Batman” (Bob Kane and Bill Finger, 1939-now)“Wonder-Woman” (William Moulton Marston, 1941-now)“Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut” (Richard Donner, 2006)“Spider-Man” (Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, 1962-now)“Dr. Strange” (Steve Ditko, 1963-now)“The Incredible Hulk” (Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, 1962-now)“Man of Steel” (Zack Snyder, 2013)“Super Friends” (Lewis Marshall and Iwao Takamoto, 1973-1985)“Superman III” (Richard Lester, 1983)“Spider-Man” (Sam Raimi, 2002)“Team America: World Police” (Trey Parker, 2004)“The Adventures of Superman” (George Putnam Ludlam, 1940...2024-09-2628 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 148: David Ashcraft on Effective Communication for LeadersEffective communication is a critical, but sometimes overlooked, aspect of leadership. Used correctly, effective and clear communication ensures that our messages get heard, our vision gets communicated, and our people feel seen and heard. Recently, podcast host and GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam sat down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft to introduce this month’s theme of effective communication, and to hear about his own best practices around communication from over 30 years of strategic leadership.2024-09-1618 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 147: 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways—Craig Groeschel and Jo SaxtonIn this second episode about the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, GLN VP of Marketing and podcast host Whitney Putnam talks with Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton about how they were personally impacted by this year’s Summit. We invite you to listen in as Craig and Jo share their highlights and challenges that they heard and also some of the ideas and actions that they are implementing immediately on their teams. 2024-09-0328 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 146: 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways—GLN President and CEO David AshcraftAs the 2024 Global Leadership Summit wrapped up, we sat down with David Ashcraft, President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network. In this conversation with Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing), David shares some of his highlights and takeaways from this year’s Summit, and looks forward to GLS2025.2024-08-2217 minThe Global Leadership PodcastEp 145: SPECIAL—Season 8 Preview with David Ashcraft and Whitney PutnamOur world has never been more in need of healthy, growing leaders. In a world of tension and anxiety, we need men and women who have the courage to respond to the call to lead and who impact their communities positively by diligently using their influence to make things better. The Global Leadership Podcast hopes to educate and inspire growing leaders in our world, and to inspire everyone to “lead where they are at.” In this special episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam (VP of Marketing, GLN) talks with David Ashcraft (President and CEO, GLN) abou...2024-07-3021 min
The Fundraising Elevator PodcastEpisode #6 | Video Storytelling for Nonprofits with Zach PutnamThis week on The Fundraising Elevator, Zach Putnam of ZP Productions sheds light on the art of video storytelling for nonprofits. Learn how you can craft authentic narratives by centering your storytellers and using tried and true visual storytelling techniques. Zach shares the profound impact that video storytelling can have for nonprofits and how compelling narratives and visual elements have the potential to evoke emotions, drive engagement and inspire action.
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Beyond the Next Chapter with Whitney ClarkSteven Rowley, “The Celebrants”A group of college friends lose one member of the group to suicide just before graduation in 1995. The loss resonates and shapes their relationships for decades in this funny and moving novel by Steven Rowley. Steven returns to the podcast to talk about his fantastic 2023 release, a story that is personal to the author in many ways, “there’s so much story in these middle years,” he says of the characters who align with his own path. He talks with Olivia about the book’s success, the screen adaptations for his work that are awaiting the end of the writers’...2023-06-2729 min
Wisdom-Trek.comDay 2129 – James – Wisdom is Faith in Action 11 – Warnings To The Wealthy – Daily WisdomWelcome to Day 2129 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom James – Wisdom is Faith in Action 11 – Warnings To The Wealthy – Daily Wisdom Putnam Church message – 11/21/2021 James: Wisdom is Faith In Action – Warnings To The Wealthy We are continuing our series today on the Proverbs of the New Testament, better known as the letter of James. Last week we focused on The Perils of Playing God, covering Warnings against Judging Others and Warnings About Self-Confidence. Today while we are focused on Thanksgiving, we will explore Warnings to the Wealthy and learn why wealth shou...2023-04-0429 min
This Might Get UncomfortableMaking Wellness Matter To The Bottom Line With Laura PutnamMental health is still a taboo topic in the workplace. It's high time to shift our mindset to what we can systematically do to provide a healthier environment in the workplace. Today, Laura Putnam joins us to discuss how we can take a meaningful, connection approach to well-being at the workplace. Laura explains the importance of wellness and how to make people realize it matters. Laura also touches on how the pandemic took a toll on people’s mental health and awakened the systemic racism and other prejudices going on. Quotes from Guest:● We've really suffered in terms of our social connections.● ...2023-02-1756 min
Every Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 21: Jacob’s ChildrenToday we’ll be reading Genesis 37:1-36 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-2106 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 20: Jacob Returns HomeToday we’ll be reading Genesis 32:1–33:16 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https://www.ever...2023-01-2008 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 19: Jacob’s MarriagesToday we’ll be reading Genesis 29:14-30 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-1902 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 18: Jacob Meets GodToday we’ll be reading Genesis 28:10-22 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-1802 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 17: Jacob Tricks His FatherToday we’ll be reading Genesis 27:1-40 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-1706 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 16: Jacob and EsauToday we’ll be reading Genesis 25:19-34 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-1602 minEvery Woman’s Story Daily Bible ReadingDay 15: Isaac and RebekahToday we’ll be reading Genesis 24:28-67 together in the New Living Translation. Whitney Putnam will be reading the Scripture passage for us. We’re so glad you’ve joined us. WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. Every Woman’s Story is a community of women immersed in God’s Word together, learning to live our faith authentically and discovering our purpose as part of God’s story. Join the conversation and engage with monthly and weekday content: https...2023-01-1507 min
Every Woman’s Story PodcastAn Interview with Whitney PutnamIn today’s episode, listen in as Whitney Putnam shares about living worthy and how God’s story—the Bible—has impacted and strengthened her purpose and shaped her story. Whitney Putnam is interviewed by cohosts Naomi Cramer Overton and Eliza Cortés Bast. “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.” -Hebrews 10:24, NLT WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. NAOMI CRAMER OVERTON, MBA, DIS, lives to realize beauty-filled visions that li...2023-01-0929 minEvery Woman’s Story PodcastLiving God’s True Story by Whitney PutnamIn today’s episode, Whitney Putnam will share a part of her story with you. Listen in as Whitney shares about how God’s story—the Bible—has impacted and strengthened her purpose and shaped her story. “God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” -Genesis 1:27, NLT WHITNEY PUTNAM is the senior director of women’s events and marketing at New Life Ministries. She is an overall joy-chaser and is often found dancing in her kitchen. “Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will tell you wh...2023-01-0106 minBeyond the Next Chapter with Whitney ClarkDavid Ellis, “Look Closer”LOOK CLOSER is a wildly entertaining domestic thriller with so many twists and turns - even the savviest readers will fail to figure out who or what to believe until the very last page. The story centers on Simon and Vicky, a Chicago couple approaching ten years of marriage, and what (if any) connection they have to a woman found dead in a neighboring suburb. Author David Ellis joins the podcast to talk to Olivia about writing a tricky plot, his previous work with James Patterson, and discusses his other career: as a Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court...2022-07-1928 minBeyond the Next Chapter with Whitney ClarkDelia Owens, “Where the Crawdads Sing”Delia Owens’ marsh girl story is a fiction phenom, on the bestseller lists 166 weeks and counting, and holds the New York Times Bestseller List record for the most weeks at #1. The WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING novelist joins the podcast to talk to Olivia about seeing her story made for the big screen, and “meeting” the characters she imagined, on the set of the Hello Sunshine and 3000 Pictures film. Owens shares who inspired the title of the book and movie, and updates the status of her next novel. “Where the Crawdads Sing” is in theaters today, Rated PG-13. The book i...2022-07-1543 min
Not Your Momma's Bible Study PodcastRuth Bonus Episode: Whitney PutnamWelcome to this week's super bonus episode of Not Your Momma's Bible Study Podcast. I have a special guest with me today, who is not just a very dear long time friend, but she is also a wise woman just chasing after God's own heart. There is no better person to bring on to talk about staying in relationships in hard places and the journey that God has us on then my friend, Whitney Putnam. I can’t wait for you to hear this episode. Show Links: Get your FREE Reading Plan for Ruth Nels...2022-07-1350 minBeyond the Next Chapter with Whitney ClarkEve Rodsky, “Find Your Unicorn Space”When Eve Rodsky applied her expertise in organizational management to making her own household and partnership become more manageable and equitable, she sparked a movement among readers of her first book “Fair Play.” Now, Eve is back to chat with Olivia about her new book, “Find Your Unicorn Space: Reclaim Your Creative Life in a Too-Busy World.” Here, Eve uses this podcast as an example of what a unicorn space can be, involving creativity, connection, and a sense of completion. She talks about the pandemic’s impact on personal space, and the challenge most of us face when claimi...2022-02-2234 min
A Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam040: A Big, Happy Life with Kat HarrisIn this bonus episode, Kat + I talk all about this quote, "When I became a Christian, it never occurred to me that I was going to need to downplay my strengths in order to fit within the social scripts of Western Christianity." In this powerful conversation, we dive into women in the church, sexuality, body image + her new book, Sexless in the City. This episode is for all the women out there wondering how they fit into Christiandom. It's for the men, too, wondering how to support their strong women.2021-05-2052 min
Local ImpactJon Davis - Putnam County Animal ShelterJon Davis, the Chief Humane Officer at the Putnam County Animal Shelter stops by to talk about the upcoming 6th Annual Dog Jog 5k fundraiser for their Spay/Neuter program. Whitney Barnhart joins the podcasts. https://www.facebook.com/putnamcountyanimalshelter2021-04-2019 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam039: A Big, Happy Life with Latasha FergusonLet's talk women's bodies + healthy lifestyles, shall we? Podcaster + author Latasha Ferguson talks all about her own health journey and shares how she overcame being a single mom on welfare weighing the heaviest she ever weighed to where she is now - healthy + happy. We get into the shameful pathways of thinking + negative views women hold about their bodies. Latasha shares the work that really ended up changing her life + it isn't the cabbage soup diet. Latasha's story is one for any woman who has ever battled a relationship with food or unhealthy + unholy viewpoints of her body (which...2021-02-1542 min
The Podcast by Pleasant ValleyA Big, Happy Life: An Interview with Whitney PutnamListen in as we sit down with Whitney Putnam as she tells us how we can pursue happiness no matter what comes through the foundation of the Gospel. Her story is a testimony to this . We also address issues such as the Prosperity Gospel and ways to find happiness in everyday life.2021-02-0932 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam038: A Big, Happy Life with Rebecca Dotson GeorgeIn this episode, you get to pull up a seat and get into the mind of a pastor's wife. Normally many pastor's wives don't "let you in" for fear of what might be said about them, but Rebecca shares her story boldly and beautifully. She wants to live ministry life as authentically as she can, therefore we get to learn what her experience has been like, hopefully spurring us on to support our ministry leaders. Rebecca and I also dive into tough conversations about our bodies, struggles in friendships and just straight up shame conversations. Rebecca's honesty is refreshing...2021-02-0245 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam037: A Big, Happy Life with Bethany AdkinsIn this episode we talk all about following God when it doesn't line up with the American Dream. Bethany Adkins and her husband had the big house in California. They had a pretty dreamy lifestyle. And they were working great jobs while raising a family with some darling kids. Then God rearranged their dreams, which left them with a lot of questions until they were obedient and moved across the country. Bethany and I talk all about listening to God when He asks us to do the unpopular thing. She shares her story of joy despite it looking...2021-01-2634 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam036: A Big, Happy Life with Alan BriggsIn this episode, Alan Briggs and I talk all about leadership + abundant life. Alan helps leaders discover their unique design. As the founder of Stay Forth Designs, he cares about leaders becoming free + coming alive again. Chatting with Alan was like sitting down for one heck of a coaching session + I guarantee he's going to tell you something in this episode you need in order to take a step forward in your own journey. We talk about scarcity mentality, the value of relationships + the power of clarity. Consider this your own personal coaching session. Our treat. Alan + I...2021-01-1941 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam035: A Big, Happy Life with Sharon Hodde MillerIn this episode, we get to hear Sharon's own road to abundance. Sharon is a well-known voice in today's Christianity. You can find her leading her own church alongside her husband, as well as speaking up for the advancement of the kingdom via her own books, Nice + Free of Me. She also cuts through the social media world, making us think and bring clarity to the day, As we chat, we discuss her own thought process of how she decides when to say no and what to keep building. She provides such wisdom in how to chose emotional health...2021-01-1244 minThe Podcast by Pleasant ValleyNew Year's ResolutionsIn this episode, we sit down with Whitney Putnam to talk about to think about New Year's Resolutions, how to keep from falling into shame, how our faith impacts our resolution, and finally that the idea of rhythm may be more helpful than the idea of resolution.2020-12-2825 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam034: A Big, Happy Life on Leadership with Whitney PutnamIn this episode, we wrap up our mini-series on leadership. The fifth "B" is "building purpose." Jesus was the most mission-filled human that ever existed. Yes, He was full of mercy + grace. He was full of passion. He was full of hope. He also was completely filled with purpose. Jesus lived every minute with purpose. When he got away, it was for a purpose. When he gathered people around a table, it was for a purpose. When he healed, purpose. When he rebuked the pharisees it was for a purpose. Jesus was zealous with purpose. In today’s episode, I...2020-12-0200 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam033: A Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam (Part 4 of 5)Jesus built a team that changed the world, but if you talk with anyone managing people and its dynamics are the hardest part about building a team that creates change. Jesus had several aspects about his team that show us how to build a team and/or community worth noting. Jesus didn't build a perfect team, but he did build a team based off conviction. He also chose ordinary men and women, He picked people who cared about obedience to God and He also created a team who lived open and transparent lives. It's so important that we surround...2020-11-2400 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam032: A Big, Happy Life on Leadership with Whitney Putnam (Part 3 of 5)In this episode, we don't talk about the habits most everyone talks about. Get up, make your bed, work out, read your Bible, establish a to-do list, go to bed early. Although those are all great, Jesus created some habits that actually allowed his message to spread across the globe. How? We explore some key habits Jesus set that advanced his mission on a day-to-day basis. Tune in to find out all three habits that we can apply to our lives, too!2020-11-1700 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam031: A Big, Happy Life on Leadership with Whitney PutnamIn this episode of a big, happy life we explore the second "B" of leadership - building our talents. We discuss answering the question: What are you good at? and why it can be so hard to answer. We also dive into the difference between humility and confidence as well as what boundaries you put in place to ensure your gifts are being used. All of us are called to be leaders as student's of Jesus. So here is your invitation to be the very best leader you can be. Let's build our talents. Ready, go!2020-11-1000 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam030: A Big, Happy Life on Leadership with Whitney (Part 1 of 5)NEW FORMAT! A Big, happy life is a life that builds off Jesus lifestyle. Jesus was and is the most influential leader. So how do we become women that others want to follow? For five weeks, we will explore five B's of leadership so that we can be the best leaders our communities know. Why? So we can make Jesus famous + live, big, happy lives. This week, we are exploring building our language. Let's dive in together!2020-11-0400 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam029: A Big, Happy Life with Nick BrandtOk, this episode is so fun + it is filled with such truth! Nick Brandt is Senior Events Director at Pulse Movement, a evangelistic movement centered at making Jesus known. Nick and I chat all about margin and creating space to actually model our life after Jesus. In a world that celebrates "hurry," Nick talks about the importance of slowing down while discovering the best place to spend our energy. Nick has served in various roles, ranging from acting on Friday Night Lights to leading the college ministry at Passion City Church. But my favorite of all...we went to...2020-09-231h 00A Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam028: A Big, Happy Life with Megan DahlmanIn this episode we talk all about bodies. Megan Dahlman, leader of Strong Mamas, talks all about the dark places women can go when they think about their bodies. Because let's be honest, we can go to some pretty negative places. Not only is Megan a kick butt trainer, but she is an insanely smart nutritionist. My favorite part about Megan is that she loves Jesus and wraps up how the gospel redeems even our bodies. In her international Strong Mamas program, Megan leads hundreds of women into a healthy + whole lifestyle. This episode is a must for the...2020-09-1556 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam027: A Big, Happy Life with Michelle MyersMichelle is a power punch of the very best kind. She's the founder of She Works His Way, a community that encourages and equips working women to put Jesus first - in work, home and heart. In this episode, Michelle and I tackle identity; we explore the endless ways we try to achieve fulfillment and always come up short. Michelle also dives deep and candidly into her former eating disorder and how she found freedom and healing. And when you actually hear her voice, you will be able to tell that she HAS FREEDOM. For so many of us...2020-09-0949 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam026: A Big, Happy Life with Kiley DanielsIn this episode, I have the privilege and absolute honor of chatting with a local Kansas City girl with an unlikely story. She has quickly become a hero of mine, and I'm sure she will for you. My new friend, Kiley, is 18-years-old and was recently diagnosed with a scientifically fatal brain tumor call glioblastoma. And at the exact same time, she is watching her dad suffer from the exact same cancer. It is the most aggressive brain cancer, is typically found in 3 out of 100,000 people and most often begins around males around 64-years-old. But Kiley doesn't want you...2020-09-0149 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam025: A Big, Happy Life with Jessica HottleWe go there in this episode! Jessica Hottle + I chat about key triggers for women that take us captive. We dive head first into body image, technology + bitterness. We essentially talk about all the things that I tend to struggle with and then some! Jessica coaches women to find freedom from their past + healing in their bodies. She is the author of three books, founder of the podcast titled, "What's the Truth," and she's super smart when it comes to our brains + bodies. Women, this one is especially for us. I am positive you will find some practical tips...2020-08-2543 min
It is For FreedomEpisode 84: Whitney PutnamWhitney’s greatest joy comes when she is helping women live big, happy lives in the midst of a busy and broken world. She gets to do this through her podcast, A Big, Happy Life and through her program, Seven Weeks to Discover Your Big, Happy Life. She also founded a non-profit based in prayer and community and is the author of the book, Imperfectly Brave, which helps women redefine what it means to be brave.2020-08-2537 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam024: A Big, Happy Life with Whitney PutnamEvery season I hop on and chat about the topic we have been discussing. This season we've been talking all about freedom and I want to share something near and very dear to my heart. How we can set our pastor's wives free. The pressure of the local church can sometimes be overwhelming. Therefore we have leaders experiencing the pressure and either burning out, checking out or sadly taking their own lives. I don't have a world of solutions, but I do have my own story and practical tips to free our pastor's wife specifically. If you aren't a "...2020-08-1836 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam023: A Big, Happy Life with Chrystan FerrellThis season we are exploring A Big, Happy Life and how God’s plan of abundance leads us to freedom. Today I get to share a really fun conversation with you. My friend, Chrystan Ferrell is joining me today. Yes, Chrystan is a speaker and an author and she really loves Jesus. She is also my friend and we have been through a lot - and I mean A LOT of life together. If you are craving a really honest conversation about what freedom has looked like and felt inside a friendship, this is your episode. We don’t hold...2020-08-1145 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam022: A Big, Happy Life with Mary WileyMeet my friend, Mary! Mary is the author of Everyday Theology, an eight-week Bible study exploring essential doctrines and why they matter in our everyday lives. She holds an MA in Theological Studies and works in publishing. With all her rich theological background, I wanted her to walk us through freedom and how we see it throughout scripture. I love Mary’s insight and perspective of how being bound in Jesus is really the only way to freedom. You guys are going to love her. Let’s dive in deep into the Bible, friends! Ready...go!2020-08-0450 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam021: A Big, Happy Life with Tracy SteelSeason three is all about freedom + this week’s guest is going to chat about finding freedom and contentment in every single season of our lives - the good + the bad. Tracy Steel is an author + a speaker + my new friend. Her most recent book is called A Redesigned Life and as a former interior design major she reminds us what is most important to redesign … our hearts and our minds. You are going to love her. She is real + dives into her imperfect life with us while giving us real practical tips of how to cultivate a life we l...2020-07-2651 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam020: A Big, Happy Life with Gary ThomasBest-selling author + international speaker, Gary Thomas, kicks off season three! And if you have ever found yourself in a messy relationship this episode is for you. Gary reminds us that the heart of the gospel is freedom and that the opposite of freedom is idolatry. Even our relationships can teeter into idolization. Gary gives us practical ways to navigate our relationships in a way that Jesus models throughout scripture. He even defines toxic people vs difficult people. SO GOOD! This episode will help give clarity to how to navigate the people you spend your life with, how to stay...2020-07-1748 min
Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentBehind the Boards: Nashville, Vol. 1: The Studio Stories Behind Country Music’s Greatest Hits by Jake BrownPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/358455 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Behind the Boards: Nashville, Vol. 1: The Studio Stories Behind Country Music’s Greatest Hits Author: Jake Brown Narrator: Jake Brown Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 22 minutes Release date: July 7, 2020 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: If you’re a County Music fan, you’ve seen glimpses perhaps of it on TV shows like Nashville and movies like Walk the Line, but never before have fans of music’s biggest-selling genre been invited inside the heart of the creative nerve centers where their favorite # 1 hits are brought to life, the recordin...2020-07-0703 min
MIX by Pointcom DjATL Vol.2 GOSPEL + PRAISE MIX Jun2020# Track Title - Artist
1 intro - PointcomDj
2 God Is Good All The Time (Reprise) (Live) - Don Moen;Integrity's Hosanna! Music
3 The Gospel Slide (Original Mix) - Dana Divine
4 Oh Happy Day - NEW GOSPEL FAMILY
5 Waiting On Jesus (Radio Edit) - Vickie Winans / Vickie Winans
6 So Much - Earnest Pugh / Denyse Stuart
7 He Reigns / Awesome God - Kirk Franklin
8 Random - Sun-El Musician
9 Step by Step - Whitney Houston
10 Jerusalema - Master KG;Nomcebo Zikode
11 All Night Long - Lionel Richie
12 Jesus Is Mine - Spirit Of...2020-06-101h 44
Golf Talk WashingtonPGA Tour standout Andrew Putnam, Top Training Aids And MoreIn this week's edition of Golf Talk Washington with Josh Kerns:We get an update on how the first week of golf in the post-COVID-19 closure era is going with Ryan Whitney/VP-Premier Golf & OB SportsPGA Tour standout and University Place native Andrew Putnam tells us how he's getting through the quarantine, trying to bring his game out of hibernation and gearing up for the resumption of the PGA Tour seasonWhat are the best training aids for your game? Our resident PGA pro Keith Bennett from the Golf Club at Newcastle o...2020-05-0957 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam019: A Big, Happy Life with Jennifer AllwoodShe really is everything you expect and more. Jennifer Allwood and I talk about everything from Betsey Johnson to how to be successful in business. She is after all, a business guru who loves Jesus. Her recent book release, Fear is Not the Boss of You helps women get unstuck and move into a place of living out their dreams and we talk nitty gritty in this episode. She reminds us that following Jesus is a wild ride and if it isn't, we should be wondering why not. She gives us practical tips to listening to the Holy Spirit...2020-05-0658 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam018: A Big, Happy Life with Kadi ColeThis episode is for you if you've ever doubted your calling as a woman! Kadi is the best-selling author of “Developing Female Leaders.” She comes alongside our well-intentioned male leaders and encourages them to ask good questions about how the women of their organization might be utilized differently. Kadi is kind and hopeful in a conversation that could become harsh and degrading. And she is making in-roads for many women to use their gifts. I couldn’t be more grateful for her work. Today we talk all about the good questions she asks leaders, sticky floors and even how to ove...2020-04-2945 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam017: A Big, Happy Life with Jami NatoThis episode will make you laugh so hard. I promise. Honestly, this episode was made for that reason, and that reason alone, for you to crack a smile. We talk about the woes of Coronavirus - woes like zoom mishaps, wearing the same outfit for too many consecutive days, homeschool delights and jumping on a trampoline problems. At one point Jami coins a new phrase, "dumpster fire" and you may never see yourself another way. Excellent self-care, friends. Because if self-care is laughter than this episode is yours! Enjoy!2020-04-2240 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam016: A Big, Happy Life with Whitney PutnamOnce a season, Whitney sits down and tells all. In this episode, Whitney gives a wide-open window into her own life and how she leads and chases her dreams. She tells her stories of failure and of times that she has had deep doubt about how she was made and her own giftings. Most importantly, she gives one key clarifying question, as well as a three-step process for all listeners to begin to live out their purpose. You will leave this episode feeling not alone in your own story of leadership, as well as with a tool belt of...2020-04-1438 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam015: A Big, Happy Life with Jenaye WhiteYou asked and we delivered! This week's episode is all about the enneagram! Jenaye White, a Senior Publicist at Lifeway, joins me as we kick around the ball of all things relational. We talk about how every single number on the enneagram has leadership traits and how every number brings something so valuable to the table. My favorite is when we personally go into a bit of a therapy session of what numbers we are drawn to, what are our "wannabe" numbers (hilarious!) and what it's like being a 3 as a woman. I am so excited for you to...2020-03-3159 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam014: A Big, Happy Life with Brian DixonBrian Dixon is a best-selling author, conference speaker and business coach and we dive into it all during this episode of a Big, Happy Life. In this episode, Brian gives us three key questions to ask ourselves to provide clarity and purpose. Get ready! Some of the questions are scary. Brian also talks about how he has honest conversations with his wife and that he simply doesn't know all the answers about God. Brian completely challenged me to start thinking about what "magic" I might bring to the world and I know He will do the same for you...2020-03-2547 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam013: A Big, Happy Life with Allie CasazzaJust wait and see if you can catch up with Allie! Allie is the founder of The Purpose Group and the host of the chart-topping podcast, The Purpose Show, and she helps us find clarity in a chaotic world. This episode is fast and furious as we tackle some big topics: hot mess mom culture, minimalism, meditation and living a life as full as we absolutely can. Allie is as real as they come and you better believe she tells the good, the bad and the ugly. If you are looking for real, practical ways to live an abundant...2020-03-1855 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam012: A Big, Happy Life with Jess CareyYou will love this episode with my new friend, Jess Carey! Jess is the author of Chart a Course and a woman ready to move you from dream-paralysis to living the dream. Jess and Whitney talk about what it looks like to rediscover a dream, practical ways to pursue that dream and who to involve. Jess Carey's book reached #1 in Religious Studies on Amazon on it's debut. We laugh, talk about parenting and Ellen DeGeneres. Don't miss this episode!2020-03-1045 min
Black-Eyed N BluesHumming Bird | BEB 401Black-Eyed & Blues Show 401
Air Date February 19, 2020
Playlist:
John Nemeth, Three Times A Fool,
Jackson Stokes, Can’t Get You Out,
JD Simo, You Need Love,
Devon Allman, Don’t Set Me Free,
The Reverend Shawn Amos & The Brotherhood, Troubled Man,
Real Impossibles, Chery Cherry,
Benny Turner, Who Sang It First,
Bill Blue, Do What I Say Don’t Do What I Do,
The Young Presidents, Pulling Me In,
Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion, Give Me The Key To Your Heart,
Edi Roque, Once Upon A Time,
...2020-02-192h 20A Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam011: A Big, Happy Life with Ron EdmondsonIn Episode 11 of a Big, Happy Life I have the incredible privilege to introduce you to a leadership guru that many in the Christian circles admire and seek for wisdom. Ron Edmondson has impacted thousands upon thousands of lives, helping people from all different types of careers, backgrounds and lifestyles lead well. In fact, he has helped my family transition a web of new career changes and dreams for our future. It is inevitable in life that we will be faced with change and navigating those roads aren't easy; this can include changes in our families, in our careers...2020-02-1442 minBlack-Eyed N BluesJoker | BEB 399Playlist:
Delbert McClinton And Self-Made Me, No Chicken On The Bone,
Whitney Shay, Check Me Out,
Jangling Sparrows, Highway Jawn,
C.W. Ayon, Little Stuff,
Gina Sicilia, How Many Times,
Curtis Salgado, I Know A Good Thing,
Troy Gonyea, (Do The) Curl Up And Die,
Mr. Nick & The Dirty Tricks feat, Junior Watson, Hot Damn,
Samantha Fish, Go To Hell,
Shemekia Copeland, Would You Take My Blood,
Janiva Magness, Lookin’ Out My Back Door,
Vanessa Collier, Don’t Nobody Got Time To Waste,
Diane Blue, That...2020-01-292h 29A Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam010: A Big, Happy Life: In Leadership with Lisa LeonardIn Episode 10 of a Big, Happy Life, I get to introduce you to Lisa Leonard, founder of Lisa Leonard Designs, author of Brave Love, wife to Steven and mama to David and Matthias. Lisa and I met at a conference and quickly became soul friends. In fact, I would say this: the first conversation I ever had with Lisa was deeply rooting for me and actually helped me have the guts to transform into the woman I know God was calling me to be. Lisa and I are inviting you to pull up a chair beside us and have...2020-01-2750 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam009: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Michael and WhitneyEpisode #9 is the last episode in Season 1 “A Big Happy Life: In The Midst of Pain” and guess what? I listened to YOU! You all wanted to hear from my husband Michael and I talk about our marriage and he said YES! Seems weird to put our marriage story in the season of “in the midst of pain,” but let’s be honest, marriage can be really hard. Michael and I talk about our most challenging years in marriage, what we've learned in counseling and give helpful tips for a big, happy relationship. Honestly, our marriage is in its sweetest s...2019-12-1133 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam008: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Grace GrutterIn episode #8, we get the incredible opportunity to hear Grace Grutter's story. Grace has been featured on NBC Today's Show and has actually been the catalyst to changing an important law for children's healthcare screenings in Missouri. Six years ago, Grace had a beautiful daughter, Nella. Just after she was born, Nella was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, which is fatal in children. Grace was told that Nella had weeks, maybe months left to live. Today, Nella is thriving. She is a miracle little girl. This holy conversation between Grace and myself is a conversation about short conversations with...2019-12-0341 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam007: A Big, Happy Life: In The Midst of Pain with Niki HardyIn episode 7 of a Big, Happy Life I am so excited to introduce you to my friend, Niki Hardy! Not only does she have the most amazing accent, she is also an incredible human. She’s the author of the new release, Breathe Again: Living Well When Life Falls Apart. And she speaks across the country teaching women how to thrive, not just survive. In this episode, we talk all about her story about what it was like to lose her mom and her sister to cancer and then six weeks later, be diagnosed with rectal cancer. She’s cute...2019-11-2737 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam006: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Whitney PutnamIn every season of a Big, Happy Life, Whitney will take one episode to deep dive into her own discovery of living the abundant life. In episode #6, Whitney talks about the death of some of her dreams. You will hear her own personal struggles of the life she thought she would live as a pastor's wife, as well as what it feels like to watch a disease take someone you love. Whitney then explores the Scriptures and what they say about brokenness and loss, genuinely answering the question, "Is Jesus really offering a big, happy life despite brokenness?" Check...2019-11-2028 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam005: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Bailey HeardIn Episode 5 of a Big, Happy Life I get to introduce you to my friend, Bailey Heard. This girl speaks across the country and is a life coach helping women find their gifting and calling. She has been featured on Jamie Ivey’s The Happy Hour and given a Ted X talk, “Finding Courage in Unlikely Places." She is legit my real life friend and her story is hard + messy + beautiful and so deeply inspiring. It feels like a lifetime ago that I met Bailey because our husbands were best friends. We became instantly close. I think because we both...2019-11-1257 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam004: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Mary DeMuthOn episode #4 of A Big, Happy Life I have the honor of getting to know Mary DeMuth. Mary is the author of We Too: How the Church Can Respond Redemptively to the Sexual Abuse Crisis. She is also the author of 40+ books and a podcaster at Pray Everyday. Not to mention, she is a mom to three grown children, wife to Patrick and a former church planter. Mary has her own sexual abuse story to tell and she willingly shares it with us today. Mary's honest truth-telling and ability to find God in the midst of her pain made...2019-11-0444 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam003: A Big, Happy Life In The Midst of Pain with Scarlet HiltibidalOn episode #3 of A Big, Happy Life I get to introduce you to my new friend, Scarlet Hiltibidal. Not only is Scarlet funny, but she is the mama to three beautiful girls and is married to a man who has always dreamed of being a farmer. Scarlet is the author of two recent books: Afraid of All The Things and He Numbered the Pores on my Face. Oh yeah, and she also writes a column for Family Life Magazine and Lifeway. She is an excellent communicator and enjoys speaking to women across the country about the freedom and rest...2019-10-2939 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam002: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Rick Langdon (my dad!)On Episode #2 of a Big, Happy Life I am excited to introduce you to my dad, Rick Langdon. You guys, he legit has been my hero for as long as I can remember. Honestly, if I had the time I would sit down and write out a biography for him and I guarantee it would be a best-seller, if not a movie script. He has an incredible story and he is telling it all on the podcast today. You basically are going to get in on all our family secrets. He talks about what it was like to grow...2019-10-1747 minA Big, Happy Life with Whitney Putnam001: A Big, Happy Life: In the Midst of Pain with Lisa WhittleMy guest for a Big, Happy Life Episode #1 is Lisa Whittle. Lisa is an author, on the cusp of releasing her 7th book. She is a the founder of the podcast, Jesus over Everything, and she's a Christian speaker traveling the nation to tell others about Jesus. Lisa and I start talking about the hard things we have gone through, namely the grief of losing a parent and how to process the pain. Lisa and I talk about the many ways this grief has wrecked us and how we have had to align the pain with our faith. I...2019-10-1349 minBlack-Eyed N BluesOld Dog Blues | BEB 385Playlist:
Ryan Hartt & The Blue Hearts, What’s The Matter Baby,
Dynamite, Earl Hooker,
Eddie Boyd, I’m Coming Home,
Doug Duffey And BADD, The Things We Used To Do,
Myles Goodwyn, When Your Ship Came In (I Was At The Train Station Drinking),
Brody Buster’s One Man Band, Old Dog Blues,
Jeff Chaz, We Ain’t Shackin’ No More,
S.E. Willis And The Willing, Let That Be The Reason,
The B. Christopher Band, She’s Gone,
Brad Heller, Eternal Season,
Justine And The Unclean, Be Your Own...2019-09-252h 13Black-Eyed N BluesHowlin' | BEB 376Playlist:
Nikki Hill, Tell The Next World,
The Tearaways, Manchester Girl,
Roberto Morbioli Trio, My Baby’s Gone,
Jeff Pitchell, It Comes To Me Naturally,
Aldwin London, Funny How Time Slips Away,
Alex Lopez, Woe Is Me,
Eliza Neals, Pawn Shop Blues feat. Popa Chubby,
Billie Williams, Cold November,
Jeff Dale & The South Woodlawners, Good Luck Woman,
Griff Hamlin And The Single Barrel Blues Band, Nothing Better,
Vince Agwada, Hard-Headed Woman,
Charlie Wooten Project, I Don’t Know,
Delbert McClinton, Let’s Get Down Like We Use...2019-07-242h 14
You Might Know Her FromVicki LewisThis week we're backstage on Broadway with Vicki Lewis, the beltingest redhead Must-See TV ever did see. You Might Know Her From NewsRadio, Mouse Hunt, Finding Nemo, Pushing Tin, and the Broadway productions of Anastasia, Chicago, and Damn Yankees. We dish with Vicki about moving back to New York, losing Phil Hartman, holding Dixie Carter’s spit cup, and working with Matthew Broderick + a giant green screen on the blockbuster, Godzilla (she also delivers a pitch perfect impression of director, Roland Emmerich). Follow us on social media damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this week ...2019-04-1154 min
How to Draw a StartupStep 7: Stay nimbleToday’s guests:Allan Comport, Marsha Lynn Hammond, Jennifer Hom, Ben the Illustrator, Ryan Putnam, Meg Robichaud, Whitney Sherman, Hannah Swann, and Khoi VinhRecommendations:The Annual Illustrator's SurveyNow with two surveys completed, Ben O’Brien can start to identify changes in the illustration industry. It’s full of insight about the health and makeup of the industry, how illustrators are finding work, their business and emotional health, and more.DhRemo TherapyFaced with a daunting cancer diagnosis, Marsha Lynn Hammond created beautifully designed decals for her chemo infusion IV bags a...2019-03-221h 13
She Walks In TruthImperfectly Brave with Whitney PutnamWhitney Putnam is a dreamer and a visionary. She's a mom and pastor's wife from Liberty, Missouri and attends a church near a peacock farm. She loves engaging women through writing and speaking on various topics including imperfectly brave living and anything that God stirs deeply in her soul. Today she joins the She Walks In Truth podcast to talk about living imperfectly brave through the seasons of life. You can get connected to the show notes at: www.carrierobaina.com/whitneyputnam. Whitney is the founder of Imperfectly Brave and author of the book of the s...2018-12-0328 min
The Pastor Wife Life039: Whitney Putnam - Author, Speaker, Prayer BelieverSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...2017-12-2356 min
Better ReadBetter Read #013: Modern Art Shackled To Communism, by Congressman George Dondero
The Mellow Pad, 1945-51, by Stuart Davis, co-founder of the American Artists Congress in 1936, image: whitney.org
This edition of Better Read features a speech delivered by Michigan Republican congressman George Donderos on the House floor on Tuesday August 16, 1949 titled, “Modern Art Shackled To Communism.” I came across quotes and excerpts from this speech while researching the American Artists Congress, the group that brought Picasso’s Guernica to the United States for a fundraising tour in 1938.
Dondero made several fiery speeches against modern art during this, the McCarthy era, repeatedly accusing modernism and all its subsidiary “isms” of...2017-04-1700 min