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POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceNavigating the wilderness of grieving a marriage with Hadassah TreuIn this heartfelt conversation, Yvette Walker and Hadassah Treu discuss the profound impact of loss, particularly in the context of widowhood. Hadassah shares her personal journey of grief after losing her husband unexpectedly, exploring the wilderness of sorrow and the lessons learned through faith. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community, the search for meaning in suffering, and the resilience found in shared experiences among women who have faced similar challenges.
The verse in Job Hadassah mentioned on the show: "God has made my heart faint; the Almighty has terrified me. Yet I am not silenced by the...
2025-12-0927 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceHow Jesus can challenge your status quo | with Constance HastingsIn this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, host Yvette Walker interviews Constance Hastings about her book 'The Trouble with Jesus.' They explore the provocative themes of the book, including the challenges of faith, the role of women in Jesus' ministry, and the importance of understanding doubt and God's presence in times of pain.
Constance shares her personal journey of faith, the lessons learned from her experiences, and offers insights for women navigating transitions in their lives. The conversation emphasizes the significance of faith, the complexities of relationships, and the hope found in Jesus.
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2025-11-2630 min
Tornado Alley Mystery WritersEpisode 49: Interview with Yvette WalkerYvette Walker is a multifaceted storyteller whose work spans gripping crime fiction, faith-centered nonfiction, and award-winning journalism. She is the author of the Linda Radcliffe crime-novel series, including Sixty and the sequel, Trial of the Heart, in which she blends sharp suspense with deeply human characters, crafting narratives that explore justice, redemption, and the complexities of the heart. An accomplished journalist and Opinion Editor inducted into the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame, Yvette brings decades of editorial leadership to her storytelling. Listen to Yvette’s story and learn about her dedication to helping women work through the experience of di...
2025-10-1742 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceBroken to brave: Wandering out of the divorce desertSummary
In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Yvette Walker speaks with Elizabeth Jane about her personal journey through divorce and the tools she developed for self-leadership and emotional healing. They discuss the importance of acknowledging emotions, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care. Elizabeth shares insights from her book, emphasizing the ABCs of emotional well-being, the power of gratitude and forgiveness, and the significance of mindfulness and breath in navigating life's challenges.
Elizabeth Jane's website
Her artwork
2025-09-3029 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: FriscoEP 327: Laura Walker shows how coaching creates rapid life changes when you feel stuck.What makes Laura Walker with Laura Walker Coaching a good neighbor?Ever feel stuck in life despite overall success? Meet Laura Walker, a transformational life coach who helps people break free from limiting patterns and create the life they truly desire.Drawing from her rich experience raising four children and running successful businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth, Laura noticed consistent patterns that led to success in both personal and professional realms. When people began asking about her methods, she formalized her approach into a coaching practice focused on creating powerful, measurable results....
2025-09-0907 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #247 Yvette Walker and "Sixty""Linda, I know you won’t remember me, but my daughter was killed by Mayfield Sherman."Christian reporter Linda Radcliffe feels a jolt as the past she thought was buried rushes back. Mayfield Sherman—a name etched in horror—was put to death years ago after a brutal killing spree that claimed the lives of several women. One of his stops was in Oklahoma, Linda’s old reporting ground, the very place that drove her away, scarred by the images in police files she’ll never forget.Now, two decades la...
2025-08-2528 min
Free FailingFinding Love Again (God's Way) After Divorce, With Yvette WalkerJess and Jess sit down with speaker, author, and podcaster Yvette Walker to explore what it truly means to date with purpose, discover lasting contentment in God, and embrace the joy of self-growth after divorce. Yvette shares her powerful story of surrendering her relationships to God’s will—and how that surrender opened the door to finding her true love. Her journey will encourage and inspire every woman navigating the pain of heartbreak and the hope of new beginnings. #divorcedwoman #Christiandivorce #datingafter40 #datingafterdivorce #divorcerecovery #relationshipgoalsLearn more about author, podcaster and speaker Yvette Walker at postivitleyjoy.com.
2025-08-2351 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceFreedom to be vulnerable after divorceIn this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, Yvette Walker speaks with Jessica Kastner about the challenges and healing processes following divorce. They discuss the importance of authenticity in sharing experiences, the role of faith in overcoming shame and guilt, and the significance of finding intimacy with God. Jessica shares her journey through two divorces, the impact on her parenting, and the lessons she aims to impart to her sons. They also touch on the importance of therapy, the power of prayer, and Jessica's upcoming writing projects.
Listen to Jessica's Free Failing podcast
Jessica Kastner...
2025-08-0837 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce'Unhitched': Understanding the stages of divorce griefIn this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Yvette Walker interviews therapist and author Oona Metz about her journey into supporting women through divorce. They discuss the importance of having a model for understanding the stages of divorce grief, which Metz has developed based on her experiences leading support groups. The conversation covers the five stages of divorce grief: heartbreak, the roller coaster of emotions, mending, letting go, and moving on. Metz emphasizes the significance of self-care, transformation, and the healing power of helping others during difficult times. The episode also highlights Metz's upcoming book, 'Unhitched,' which provides...
2025-07-1531 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceDivorce recovery: Author Loren Cribbs on finds 'Wings to Rise Above Divorce'In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Yvette Walker interviews Loren Cribbs, who shares her personal journey through divorce, the challenges she faced, and how she found healing and purpose through her faith and writing. Loren discusses the impact of her divorce on her self-worth and identity, the importance of community support, and her book 'Wings to Rise Above Divorce,' which aims to help others navigate similar experiences. The conversation emphasizes resilience, personal growth, and the power of sharing one's story to inspire and uplift others.
Loren's book: Wings to Rise Above Divorce
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2025-05-2739 min
Faith Over Addiction | Biblical Idenity and Boundaries for Loving Someone with AddictionFinding Joy in the Midst of Chaos — Lessons from Yvette WalkerIn this episode of Faith Over Addiction, I sit down with Yvette Walker, host of the Positively Joy podcast, to explore how we can experience lasting joy even in life’s hardest seasons. For those of us who love someone battling addiction, life often feels overwhelming and joy can seem out of reach. But Yvette’s story is a powerful reminder that joy isn’t about perfect circumstances — it’s about abiding in God’s love.Yvette shares her personal journey through family struggles, heartbreak, and faith, revealing how God gently redirected her path from superfi...
2025-05-1546 min
Redeemed Identity After Divorce | Christian, Divorce, EncouragementEp 47, Reclaim Your Joy After Divorce Part 2 with Yvette WalkerEpisode Description:
In Part 2 of Reclaiming Joy After Divorce episode of Rise and Reclaim After Divorce, we finish our conversation with award-winning journalist, educator, and author Yvette Walker. Yvette shares her personal journey of navigating life with a bipolar ex-husband, rediscovering her faith, and reclaiming her joy after divorce. She offers deep insights into overcoming shame, rebuilding self-worth, and using joyful journaling as a tool for transformation.
Join us as we discuss:
✨ The personal challenges Yvette faced while navigating her ex-husband's diagnosis
✨ Struggles with identity and self-worth during...
2025-03-2525 minRedeemed Identity After Divorce | Christian, Divorce, EncouragementEp 46, Reclaim Your Joy After Divorce, part 1 with Yvette WalkerEpisode Description:
In Part 1 of Reclaiming Joy After Divorce episode of Rise and Reclaim After Divorce, we welcome award-winning journalist, educator, and author Yvette Walker. Yvette shares her personal journey of navigating life with a bipolar ex-husband, rediscovering her faith, and reclaiming her joy after divorce. She offers deep insights into overcoming shame, rebuilding self-worth, and using joyful journaling as a tool for transformation.
Join us as we discuss:
✨ The personal challenges Yvette faced while navigating her ex-husband's diagnosis
✨ Struggles with identity and self-worth during and after divorc...
2025-03-1821 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series Self...
2025-02-2731 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceLessons from My Divorce: Healing, Letting Go, and Moving ForwardToday's episode is short, but packed with important information. Today I explore some of the lessons I learned during my divorce. I hope they resonate with you. From understanding how to heal to knowing when to put down the burden. Next week we'll have a new guest and I'll tease who that is on social media this week. So if you aren't already following me on Facebook and Instagram at Positively Joy podcast or on YouTube at Yvette Walker, please subscribe, like and share.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyindivorce
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-02-0409 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceDivorce and relationships: Insights from a creative therapistIn this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, host Yvette Walker and therapist Liz Bullard discuss the complexities of relationships and divorce, particularly within Christian circles. They explore themes such as procrastination, imposter syndrome, the importance of friendship in relationships, navigating difficult decisions, the role of faith and support systems, the power of forgiveness, and self-care strategies during transitions. The conversation emphasizes the emotional struggles individuals face during divorce and the importance of recognizing one's worth and seeking support.
Takeaways
It's common to feel stuck when contemplating divorce or significant life changes.
Faith and support systems play a vital role i...
2025-01-1330 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceFind the Christmas spirit, even after divorce and lossSome years people tell me they can’t find the Christmas spirit. Usually that's because of some pain or difficulty in their lives at the moment. The feeling of loss can be the same whether it's the heartbreak of divorce or actually losing a family member. And so I hope that today we can unpack this a little bit and talk about those feelings and how, as usual, we are encouraged to choose the joy of the holiday season. These are journeys filled with pain, helplessness, and, eventually, peace.
I want to hear from you! Share your st...
2024-12-2311 min
Table Talk with Yvette GallinarWorship & Today's Christian Music Industry - Table Talk w/Kim Walker-SmithKim Walker-Smith joins us for the first time on Table Talk. Kim has over 20+ years of worship leadership and is celebrated for her exceptional vocals and spirit led worship. Kim emerged as a prominent worship leader for the Jesus Culture movement in the 2010's. In this candid conversation, Kim shares her wisdom and extensive knowledge about the Christian music industry and what it means to truly worship God in spirit and in truth.
Kim Walker-Smith:
https://kimwalkersmith.com
https://www.youtube.com/@UCsmaFWU2ycTIPhCUfwpJ0...
2024-12-051h 23
Life Her PodcastS4:E112 Lindsey Walker's Cancer Survival Story Teaches Black Women Entrepreneurs To Prioritize SELF CARE!In this powerful and inspiring video, Lindsey Walker shares her cancer survival story, highlighting the importance of self-care for black women entrepreneurs. As a cancer survivor, Lindsey has learned firsthand the importance of prioritizing one's own well-being and making self-care a non-negotiable part of daily life. Through her story, Lindsey teaches us that taking care of ourselves is not selfish, but necessary to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life. This video is a must-watch for any black woman entrepreneur looking to prioritize their health and wellness. Listen to Lindsey's story and learn how to make self-care a priority...
2024-11-2232 min
Good Neighbor Podcast: FriscoEP# 88: Taking the Leap: Danny Walker's Journey with Walker Agency, Insurance Insight, and Family AdventuresWhat makes Danny Walker with Goosehead Insurance - Walker Agency a good neighbor?Curious about making a big career shift and thriving in a new industry? Discover how Danny Walker, owner of the Walker Agency with Goosehead Insurance, took a giant leap from a stable job with the City of Fremont to become a successful entrepreneur in the insurance world. Inspired by a friend's nudge during the pandemic, Danny shares his transformative journey of opening his own agency, emphasizing the significance of personalized coverage over mere price bargains. He reveals industry misconceptions, underscores the importance...
2024-10-2708 min
The Good DaySummer in the Psalms: Psalm 47 - When This Path and My Will Are Not Aligned by Yvette WalkerMy friend, Yvette Walker is joining us today and through her reflection of Psalm 47, she's reminding us of the power of praise not just after we endure the various potholes of life but in the midst of them - in the middle of the confusion and change.
Yvette Walker is an award-winning journalist and educator who has been fully awakened in her faith. In living a true, authentic self, she has discovered her purpose - to share practical insights on receiving God's joy with all women, and leaving them feeling recognized, empowered, open, and...
2024-06-1808 min
Byte Sized BlessingsThe Interview: Yvette Walker ~ God's Voice & OursHello all! It's time for another precious mid-week magical episode drop! And this time I get to talk to Yvette Walker, who is, among many, many things, a journalist, a podcaster, an author, a teacher, a survivor and someone who is out to SPREAD JOY EVERYWHERE! (look in the dictionary under the word blessing and you'll find a picture of this gorgeous human being!)
Yvette shares a few miraculous stories this week but the one that got me? How just when she needed it, Spirit's voice showed up to tell her she was in the right place...and...
2024-05-0843 minByte Sized BlessingsThe Byte: Yvette Walker ~ God's Voice & OursHello all! It's time for another precious mid-week magical episode drop! And this time I get to talk to Yvette Walker, who is, among many, many things, a journalist, a podcaster, an author, a teacher, a survivor and someone who is out to SPREAD JOY EVERYWHERE! (look in the dictionary under the word blessing and you'll find a picture of this gorgeous human being!)
Yvette shares a few miraculous stories this week but the one that got me? How just when she needed it, Spirit's voice showed up to tell her she was in the right place...and...
2024-05-0809 min
Is Your Way In Your Way?Finding Joy in Life's Chaos: A Conversation with Yvette WalkerSend us a textHave you ever heard these myths about finding joy in chaos? Myth 1: Joy is just about being happy all the time. Myth 2: Finding joy means avoiding sadness and dissatisfaction. Myth 3: Joy is only possible in perfect circumstances. I'll share the truth about finding joy in chaos, but first, let's unravel these myths together. Stay tuned for the surprising revelations!My special guest is Yvette Walker.Yvette Walker, a seasoned journalist and former educator, draws from her background in communication and ministry to empower individuals to e...
2024-05-0144 min
On Earth as it is in HeavenChoosing Joy: Navigating Faith and Life with Yvette Walker“Joy is not a feeling, it’s faith.” - Yvette Walker
Episode Summary:
In this enlightening episode, JB and Yvette delve into the profound concept of joy and its intersection with faith, scripture, and perspective. Yvette, a devoted Christian and former journalist, shares her personal journey with faith, highlighting the importance of joy in spiritual growth and everyday life. From exploring Catholicism and overcoming stigmas to navigating faith conversations on social media, Yvette offers valuable insights on finding joy amidst life's challenges. Through engaging discussions on devotionals, the fruits of the...
2024-03-081h 09POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceFocus on prayer in this New Year throwback episodeGoing back into the archives, I promised to focus more on prayer in 2022 in this throwback episode. Did I do it? Well, I can say for sure I brought God into my daily life, but I still have some work to do on my prayer life. Talking to God is so important, and you - and I - should do it more often. I hope this inspires you!
Some ways to put prayer front and center:
Practice daily journaling and speak to him while you do it. Try using my new book, "Journaling His Joy."
Other...
2023-12-2904 min
Bold Faith Now - Where Faith Meets Courage11 Joyful Journaling: A Tool for Mindset Transformation with Yvette WalkerWhat is your Joy temperature? Do you struggle to find joy in your everyday life? Join Missy Eversole and her guest, Yvette Walker, as they discuss how understanding the joy and gratefulness we have around us can change our mindset. In this episode, Missy and Yvette share: How Yvette's new interactive book, Journaling His Joy, is an opportunity to record the joy surrounding you daily. How to choose joy. How Yvette uses John 15:9-11 (Jesus' DIY for Joy!) in her ministry. Remember, live boldly for Jesus, and let y...
2023-12-2625 min
Survivors - Stories of Hope Live On.Yvette Walker was a journalist working the crime beat before she was the Assistant Dean at a university.Yvette Walker is the creator and host of the Positively Joy podcast and the Positively Joy Christian website. Walker has worked in media for most of her career. Most recently she was Assistant Dean at Gaylord College at the University of Oklahoma, but within the last few months she left that to go back to journalism. This time, she's giving some space to the crime beat, though. She is publisher of "Hair Goddess," an anthology of essays about natural hair, and two mystery/thriller Kindle Vellas: "Sixty" and "Doe."
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2023-12-2359 min
Taking the Leaps with Rachel G. ScottChristmas Series: Joyful Journeys With Jesus (Part 3) Guest Yvette WalkerSend us a text"Obedience sometimes does not come naturally." - Yvette WalkerIn this episode, guest Yvette Walker shares her transition from journalism to podcasting and her experiences with God's guidance. She also share about how she has learned to balance podcasting, and journalism with her faith. Guest BioYvette is the host of a faith-based podcast and ministry, Positively Joy, which can be found at positivelyjoy.com. She is passionate about writing, blogging, and composing Christian songs.Her devotion to God and her desire t...
2023-12-2237 min
God's Diamonds In The Ruff Podcast#68 S3 EP 29: Unlocking the Secrets of Inner Joy: An Authentic Dialogue with Yvette WalkerSend us a textExperience the transformative power of faith-based joy with our inspiring guest, Yvette Walker. As a beacon of hope and joy in challenging times, Yvette's journey of rediscovering joy amidst an unhappy marriage is as enlightening as it is empowering. We embark on a quest to understand the essence of joy, often misunderstood as happiness, and its powerful correlation with enduring faith. Yvette’s inspiring narrative underscores the importance of an unwavering relationship with God and His ceaseless faithfulness, even in tumultuous times.We also delve into the importance of obedience, trust, an...
2023-11-1827 min
I Am Refocused RadioYvette Walker - How I Learned to Choose JoyYvette Walker is the creator and host of the Positively Joy podcast and the Positively Joy Christian website. Her brand is centered around the podcast but she writes a blog and is working on a devotional to be published in 2021. She writes Christian song lyrics and is a Bible journaler. Walker has worked in media for most of her career. Currently, she is Assistant Dean at Gaylord College at the University of Oklahoma. She is the chair of the Education Committee of the Society of Professional Journalists, and has been inducted into the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame...
2023-09-0831 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceShe walked the Camino Santiago for holiness, not her husbandMy last name is Walker, but could I do what Kathleen Donnelly Israel did? I don’t think so. Kathleen is a wisdom walker. At 69, this super senior walked the Camino Santiago and lived to tell the tale. Listen to Kathleen candidly share the spiritual wisdom she found on this nearly 500-mile pilgrimage, and also wisdom on marriage and life.
Her book, "Wisdom on the Camino"
Her website: https://www.wisdomonthecamino.com/
2023-08-0335 min
Graced Health for Christian Women Over 40Revive your prayer time 🙏 with these approaches with Yvette WalkerClick to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeAnytime I needs some fresh joy in my life, I know where to head - to Yvette Walker with the Positively Joy podcast. Yvette’s episode entitled “What to do when you're sleepwalking through life and faith” (Season 13 Episode 23) aired a year ago and was one of the ten most downloaded episodes of 2022. I invited Yvette back to talk about some of the ways we each dig into God’s word and spend time with Him. She shares some specific strategies as well as helping us to pause and ready our hear...
2023-04-1143 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceHoly Week: Why I got married on Good FridayIt's Holy Week, and it’s a very special week to me for more than the reasons you might think. Today, I’d like to share my story of how I got married on Good Friday.
We’re gearing up for a new season, season 5, of the Positively Joy podcast, which launches in May. I’m so excited to share with you all the new guests, including faithful women and men who have learned to find the joy of God despite trauma and loss. Their stories are compelling and will bless you. In the meantime, I’ll spend some...
2023-04-0608 min
Heard!: Afros & Audio Interview Series with Talib JasirEmbracing Faith and Podcasting: Yvette Walker's JourneyJoin Talib Jasir as he talks with Yvette Babs Walker, an incredibly inspiring journalist, educator, podcaster, and Christian. Yvette is the host of a faith-based podcast, Positively Joy, an amplifier of her ministry which is dedicated to inspiring others. Learn how she overcame struggles to find her voice in the newsroom and her journey through faith-based podcasting which has helped her discover more about her own testimony and help others walk in their joy. Tune in to this episode of Afros & Audio's Black History Month Interview Series. Learn more about Yvette Walker by visiting: https://po...
2023-03-0428 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series Sel...
2023-02-0931 min
The Truth Of The Matter IsEpisode 85: Special Guest -Yvette WalkerThe Truth of the Matter is” podcast is all about providing an honest, contextual, historicized, philosophical and psychological view of the Bible through the use of hermeneutics, while sharing some personal experiences from myself and Daniel. Today we have a new voice that joins the show. Yvette Walker is the creator and host of the Positively Joy podcast. She writes Christian song lyrics and is a Bible journaler. Ms.Walker has worked in media for most of her career. Currently, she is an Assistant Dean at Gaylord College at the University of Oklahoma. She is the chair of the Ed...
2023-01-091h 02
The Intentional Encourager PodcastEpisode 278 Part 2 with the Host of the Revitalize Kindness Podcast Yvette Walker and David WeaverPart 2 of this 2-Part Episode with the Hosts of the Revitalize Kindness Podcast Yvette Walker and David Weaver. In this episode, Brian talks with Yvette and David about:
Bringing ourselves to a centered place of kindness.
The importance of character to kindness and the installation of values to previous generations.
Teaching kindness through Social Media and using Social Media correctly.
How leaders create false impact.
The 2 things in life you don't mess with.
What brings us to the Golden Rule
Connect with Yvette and David on Facebook and find the Revitalize Kindness Podcast wherever you get podcasts.
2022-12-1637 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceHoliday replay: Mary, Elizabeth and a season of motherhood and purpose
In a special holiday replay of Positively Joy, host Yvette Walker and podcaster Angel McCoy have a stirring conversation about motherhood, women who are childless, and their connection to the Bible story of Mary, the Mother of God, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. Two women, one younger, one older, both giving birth to purpose.
2022-12-1525 minThe Intentional Encourager PodcastEpisode 277 Part 1 with the Hosts of the Revitalize Kindness Podcast Yvette Walker and David WeaverPart 1 of a 2-Part Episode with the Hosts of the Revitalize Kindness Podcast Yvette Walker and David Weaver. Yvette and David talk with Brian about:
The bitterness and meanness of people today, the dearth of joy and what caused it.
The importance of loving one another.
The power of platform.
Chasing the meaning of life.
Marrying Joy, Kindness and Encouragement.
The truth is hard, but important.
Connect with Yvette and David on Facebook and find the Revitalize Kindness Podcast wherever you get podcasts.
Watch this episode on The Intentional Encourager Podcast YouTube Channel and don't forget...
2022-12-1429 min
Life Her PodcastSuffocated with Alexis "Lexxy" WalkerOn today’s episode, we talk with actor and rap artist Alexis Walker (aka Sexxy Lexxy).
Born and raised in Harlem, New York, Lexxy Walker was on season 6 of the reality TV show Love & Hip Hop where she performed as part of the duo BBOD.
Lexxy has shifted from reality TV to acting, and even producing her own movie - a story based on her own life called Suffocated - as well as the many other ventures that she has going on in her business life!
Lexxy has always loved and pursued acting, ev...
2022-12-0733 min
Miked Up With Alison WalkerYvette HopkinsOn this episode of Miked up, Alison is joined by the fantastic Yvette Hopkins. Yvette is a Scottish-American former army intelligence officer who was part of the team that set up the Space Port in Shetland.
2022-12-0738 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series S...
2022-11-0330 min
Going North PodcastEp. 576 – “Positively Joy” with Yvette Walker (@ywalker)Avoid sleepwalking in your faith.Today’s featured award-winning bookcaster is a wife, former journalist, College Dean, and the founder of Positively Joy Ministries, Yvette Walker. Yvette and I had a fun chat about her books, why faith is important to not only have but strengthen, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What keeps her creativeWhy she published a book on hairHow she got into podcasting and became an award-winning hostWhy she went through a sleepwalking phase with her faith and what...
2022-10-1839 min
Going North PodcastEp. 576 – “Positively Joy” with Yvette Walker (@ywalker)Avoid sleepwalking in your faith.Today’s featured award-winning bookcaster is a wife, former journalist, College Dean, and the founder of Positively Joy Ministries, Yvette Walker. Yvette and I had a fun chat about her books, why faith is important to not only have but strengthen, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:What keeps her creativeWhy she published a book on hairHow she got into podcasting and became an award-winning hostWhy she went through a sleepwalking phase with her faith and what snapped her out of it Yvette’s Site: https://positivelyjoy.com/Yvette’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Yvette...
2022-10-1839 min
Be You Today Radio ShowBe a Faith WalkerSometimes it's hard to keep going in life when we can't see what will happen next. Be encouraged that God knows what will happen and as we keep walking with HIM we will walk right into our destiny. Be encouraged to be the Faith Walker that God has called you to be. Sometimes we may not see how it will all work out but keep walking with God! You shall see what He promised!
The Be You Today Radio Show is hosted by Pastor Yvette Chalmers of YCMinistries.com
2022-09-2813 min
The New 1%Positively Joy with Yvette WalkerCheck it out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33Z4VsE
Check it out on Apple: https://apple.co/3AHc2DT
Yvette Walker is the host of the Positively Joy podcast and founder of Positively Joy Ministries at positivelyjoy.com. She published the life lesson-filled devotional “Whispering in His Ear” and its companion study and discussion guide in 2021. She manages a Facebook Community group along with other social media related to her ministry. Yvette is a former journalist and also is an educator. She has been inducted into the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame. She has been...
2022-09-0756 min
Refuge Freedom StoriesRefuge Freedom Stories - Yvette WalkerInterview with Yvette Walker.
Yvette talks about her journey in life from an early faith, through the status quo of Christianity, ultimately leading to a daily and joyful walk with Jesus.
2022-07-0328 min
Refuge Freedom StoriesRefuge Freedom Stories - Yvette WalkerInterview with Yvette Walker.Yvette talks about her journey in life from an early faith, through the status quo of Christianity, ultimately leading to a daily and joyful walk with Jesus.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/refugefreedomstories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-0328 min
Refuge Freedom StoriesRefuge Freedom Stories - Yvette WalkerInterview with Yvette Walker.
Yvette talks about her journey in life from an early faith, through the status quo of Christianity, ultimately leading to a daily and joyful walk with Jesus.
2022-07-0328 min
Refuge Freedom StoriesRefuge Freedom Stories - Yvette WalkerInterview with Yvette Walker. Yvette talks about her journey in life from an early faith, through the status quo of Christianity, ultimately leading to a daily and joyful walk with Jesus.
2022-07-0328 min
Refuge Freedom StoriesRefuge Freedom Stories - Yvette WalkerInterview with Yvette Walker. Yvette talks about her journey in life from an early faith, through the status quo of Christianity, ultimately leading to a daily and joyful walk with Jesus.
2022-07-0328 min
Graced Health for Christian Women Over 40What to do when you're sleepwalking through life and faith with Yvette WalkerClick to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeHave you ever felt like you were sleepwalking through your faith? Or maybe it had become numb, or possibly rote? My guest today, author and podcast host Yvette Walker is here to discuss a season in her life when she was doing just that. She shares her experience of that season as well as what awakened her faith.We discuss:What Positively Joy means to her, even while acknowledging it’s grammatically incorrect!Defining God’s joyHer experience of sleepwalking through life and feeling numbing in h...
2022-05-1758 min
Book Marketing Mania - Start a Podcast, Guest on Podcasts, Grow Your Author Platform31. Finding Joy in Marketing Your Faith-Based Book with author Yvette Walker of Positively JoyLooking to market your book in new ways that bring joy to you and your readers? My guest today is my friend, Yvette Walker, author of the devotional, “Whispering in His Ear: A Month of Joyful Conversations with God” and host of the Positively Joy podcast.Yvette shares about:being open to God rerouting you to be closer to Himcollaborating with others through podcasting, Instagram LIVE and the Clubhouse apptips on pitching yourself as a guest on her podcast and othersher experience using Podmatch, a service for finding guests for your show and shows for y...
2022-04-1431 min
Broken VesselsUnspeakable Joy w/Special Guest Yvette WalkerBroken Vessels Host Latoya Washington sat down with Yvette Walker for a conversation about unspeakable joy. Yvette is an author, journalist, educator, podcaster and most importantly a servant in the Kingdom of God. She is a wife and fur mother to three furry animals. Yvette is the host of a faith-based podcast "Positively Joy" and helps encourage, uplift, and motivate women in their faith. She shares her testimony of sleep-walking through life with a ex-husband and feeling she would never love or be loved again. God has richly blessed her to remarry to the love of her life. Yvette...
2022-02-0835 min
Understand Your Bible | Bible Verses, Inductive Bible Study, Biblical Encouragement, Bible Study Method, Scripture Study ToolsPositively Joy with Yvette WalkerYvette Walker shares how her journey of slow sanctification has helped her find the light of joy in all seasons. https://livesteadyon.com/Email Angie at: steadyonpodcast@gmail.comFacebook: @livesteadyonInstagram: @angiebaughman421 https://positivelyjoy.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/positivelyjoypodcastInstagram: @positivelyjoypodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YvetteWalker/featured Yvette’s book, “Whispering in His Ear,” is available on Amazon. Yvette mentioned:Her 5 Steps to Choose Joy Resource...
2022-02-0237 min
Flourish-Meant: You Were Meant to Live AbundantlyJoy Despite Feelings with Yvette WalkerSeeking more fulfillment this new year? ARE YOU FLOURISHING IN YOUR FAITH? THREE YEARS AGO YVETTE Walker WASN'T. She'd been walking around for years believing in God, but with a dead heart. After hearing God's calling, she started POSITIVELY JOY as a podcast and ministry about the struggle for everyone to walk in their joy. Her devotional, "Whispering in His Ear," focuses on the quest to talk to and listen to God's message every day. If you feel empty or discontented, this week's podcast shares the solution for experiencing greater joy and fulfillment in your li...
2022-01-1423 min
Fierce CallingYvette Walker: Experiencing the Joy of Hearing From GodWhat happens when your faith feels flat?
Today on Fierce Calling my friend, Yvette Walker, shares how as a young girl she felt close to God and heard from Him, but when she became an adult--silence.
Hear how she reconnected with God and rediscovered the joy found in a flourishing relationship with Him. We can have a richer relationship with Christ and Yvette is called to share that joy with others.
Yvette Walker is the founder of Positively Joy Ministries at positivelyjoy.com and is the host of the award-winning Positively Joy podcast.
She's also is a college dean of...
2021-10-1942 minFierce CallingYvette Walker: Experiencing the Joy of Hearing From GodWhat happens when your faith feels flat?
Today on Fierce Calling my friend, Yvette Walker, shares how as a young girl she felt close to God and heard from Him, but when she became an adult–silence.
Hear how she reconnected with God and rediscovered the joy found in a flourishing relationship with Him. We can have a richer relationship with Christ and Yvette is called to share that joy with others.
Yvette Walker is the founder of Positively Joy Ministries at positivelyjoy.com and is the host of the award-winning Positively Joy po...
2021-10-1942 min
Resilient Life HacksChoosing Joy in Difficult Times with Yvette WalkerAbout Yvette
Yvette Walker is an award-winning journalist and educator. She is a writer, blogger and lyricist of Christian songs. Her venture into podcasting came through a yearning to share God with others through the creative gifts He gave her.
In search of deeper expression, she went to Christian music artist Rita Springer’s DIVE camp, and through that creative process, much was born. Yvette journals in her Bible and serves in various roles at Victory Family Church in Norman, Oklahoma.
She is married to a Godly man named Tim, and they have three fur-kids: a...
2021-07-0730 min
Faith Hope Love with Melissa MooreEpisode 27–Finding Healing & Joy After A Toxic Marriage with Yvette Walker"It got to the point where I'm putting my key in the lock and I'm thinking to myself, 'What am I going to find in this house today? Am I going to walk in on a suicide?'"
--Yvette Walker, Host of Positively Joy Podcast
Yvette Walker is an award-winning journalist and educator. She is a writer, blogger and lyricist of Christian songs. Her venture into podcasting came through a yearning to share God with others through the creative gifts He gave her. In search of deeper expression, she went to Christian music artist Rita Springer’s DIVE camp, and th...
2021-06-1633 min
Gifts for Glory PodcastYvette Walker Positively JoyYvette Walker is an award-winning journalist and educator. She is a writer, blogger and lyricist of Christian songs. Her venture into podcasting came through a yearning to share God with others through the creative gifts He gave her. She’s the host of the Positively Joy podcast and we share a fun conversation about faith, creating in a tough year, and seeking God no matter what. Yvette’s show Positively Joy is all about finding the joy of the Lord, which is far more eternal than happiness, which is so fleeting. Listen in and be sure to follow Yvette at the...
2020-12-071h 06
Tell Me, If You Can PodcastPositively Joyful Storytelling through Career and Faith Journeys with Yvette WalkerToday's guest is Yvette Walker. Yvette has a career in journalism that spans 30 years and currently teaches introduction to Media and Communications at her local University. Yvette is also a fellow podcaster. In today's episode, Yvette shares her how she got into her journalism career, the stories and moments that touched her most as a journalist, how her faith is weaved into her journey, and how educates the next generation of journalists.Yvette is a fellow podcaster and I had the pleasure of being a guest on her podcast Positively Joy. Check out the episode here. ...
2020-11-051h 02Life Her PodcastMadame CJ Walker of Nails with London WardLondon Ward Makes History as the Madame CJ Walker of Nails Temple Hills, MD. In 2018 there were almost 395,600 nail technicians in the United States. However, London Ward is one technician that is changing the beauty industry one nail at a time. London Ward is a starpower, beauty educator pioneer who affectionately is known as the Madame CJ Walker of nails. Her brand, Snob Nails, is infiltrating the beauty industry by storm. London is a licensed instructor in nail techniques and more while also founding her own 3-in-1 acrylic nail system. Her hand mixed, and the USA made products are av...
2020-11-0421 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS.2 Ep.13 Mary and Elizabeth: Motherhood or purpose? With guest Angel McCoy
Photo by Walter Gadea on Unsplash
In a special episode of Positively Joy, host Yvette Walker and regular guest Angel McCoy have a stirring conversation about motherhood, women who are childless, and their connection to the Bible story of Mary, the Mother of God, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. Two women, one younger, one older, both giving birth to purpose.
Next week, we finish our series of "Jesus gave pep talks": part 3, his revelations on the Mount of Olives.
2020-11-0224 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS2. Ep.6 Turn to the Lord when social media thieves try to steal your name and your soul
Welcome to another episode of Angel Reads the Bible, and a mini-rant from your host, Yvette Walker, about social media thieves on Instagram. But even though I am a bit annoyed, and yes, even angry, scripture calms me.
At the end of the episode, I share a recipe with you for my Positively Joyful Nine Layer Fruit Cake.
Mix equal parts of:
love,
joy,
peace,
longsuffering,
kindness,
goodness,
faithfulness,
gentleness
and self-control
M...
2020-10-0813 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS.2 Ep. 4 Ogechi Akalegbere tells life stories of growth, joy and trust in God
The podcast "Tell Me If You Can" shares the stories of women in transition and growth in their lives and spirituality. Host Ogechi Akalegbere is able to pull stories out of her guests with deep and lively conversation. I really enjoyed talking to her.
2020-10-0329 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS.2 Ep.3 Go outside! God made it all for you; AND Angel reads the Bible
Photo by Ashleigh Robertson on Unsplash.
In this episode, I talk about my Covid brain and getting outside. And in a fitting way to end the episode, Angel McCoy reads John 1 in her debut of Angel Reads the Bible on Positively Joy.
2020-10-0212 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS.2 Ep. 2 Misty Phillip sparks a podcast, a conference redux and a community
Kingdom-builder Misty Phillip knows how to throw a party where all God's people can come and be inspired. Whether it's the Rocket Christian Community or the Spark Christian Podcasting Conference, she builds up, inspires and connects people. Listen to hear about Spark, and to hear how Misty finds God in the every day!
2020-10-0121 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceS.2 Ep.1 Mary Jo Pierce worships in her kitchen by baking bread
Mary Jo Pierce is a powerful Christian prayer intercessor who is following the Jewish tradition of Sabbath. Pierce calls her kitchen her second prayer room, because she observes the traditional Jewish Sabbath by baking Challah and worshipping on Friday nights. With others around her table, they eat and celebrate Jesus. The act is a form of worship and Biblical, she says, because the Lord is present in the form of the bread.
Show Notes:
Mary Jo Pierce: “My journey into the kitchen began out of a place of burnout, fatigue, tiredness, realizing I was...
2020-09-2838 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorcePositively Joy is back better than ever with more Joy and more Jesus!
Season two is launching like a powerhouse! Host Yvette Walker shares her reasons and plans for upcoming episodes. Go to positivelyjoy.com for free resources, past episodes and to learn how to see God everywhere. Plus, new Merch!
2020-09-2811 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorcePre-season Extra: Angel McCoy reads the Bible
Season two of Positively Joy begins Monday, Sept. 28: One week from today! To kick off pre-season week, meet Angel McCoy, a scripture lover who will become a regular feature on Positively Joy ... reading the Bible. Her own podcast, "Angel Reads the Bible," explores scripture to answer everyday problems. She will share her readings on this podcast every week. Praise the Lord, everybody!
2020-09-2120 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceBonus episode: God has the power!
The new season starts Sept. 28! In the meantime, I thought I'd share this Bible verse with you from Zephaniah. God has ALL the power! We don't have to do anything!
2020-09-1004 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceBonus episode: New trailer!Positively Joy was born of the pandemic, but our need to find happiness and learn how to choose joy will long outlast this worldwide disease. Keep an eye on this channel! We're gearing up for season 2 and creating some new media and trailers!
2020-09-0103 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceMasks in church: Are we community if we disagree?
As I got settled in my seat in church on Sunday, I looked around and more than 1/3 of people were not wearing masks. Now lest you think this is going to be a rant against people who don't wear masks it is not. In episode 31, I want to explore when a community that previously seemed pretty cohesive starts to seem separate.
2020-08-1710 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceHow does God speak to you?
The voice of God. Audibly hearing his voice. Isn’t that what we seek when we pray?
We ask for something and we think, “wouldn’t it be nice if God just said, ‘Sure, I can get that for you,’ or ‘I’m make it happen right away.”
But he doesn’t. That’s not how God works, and if I’m honest, sometimes that frustrates me. How about you?
But wait. I didn’t say God didn’t have a voice. He does. The Bible says he does, and people all over the earth have he...
2020-08-1006 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceKaren Friday's story of trust and prayer
Blogger and speaker Karen Friday's father left her family when she was a child. When he returned, he told her God didn't exist. Despite that, she and her twin sister both found God at 16, and from then she prayed her father would find the Lord. She figures she prayed 5,000 times for him. At age 32, she received a message: Her father had gotten saved. Karen preaches of God's faithfulness and to always have hope in episode 29.
Read my guest post on her blog, Karen Girl Friday, about Finding Joy!
2020-08-0639 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceThis is what Positively Joy is all aboutWelcome, all new listeners to Positively Joy! We've had some new folks join us, so I thought I'd take a few moments in episode 28 to explain exactly what we are trying to do here at the podcast. Please subscribe here or text PJOY to 22828 to get our exclusive subscriber newsletter. Subscribers also will get more information on our giveaway!
2020-08-0301 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceBEST OF 2020 REPLAY: Alexander Hamilton and the Bible
This is one of my favorite episodes of 2020. It didn't make the top 20 in downloads and I'd say it's underrated. I hope you enjoy listening to my conversation with Methodist Elder and historian Wendy Meyer unpacking Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical "Hamilton" and looking at the many references to God and the Bible. We look at four songs in particular: "Wait For It," "Say No to This," "One Last Time" and "Hurricane."
2020-07-3038 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceRevisiting kindness in a box of Girl Scout cookies
The note and box of cookies I gave my neighbor yielded more than I could ever have hoped. But that's not why I did it. More than a year later, John 15:11 holds the key. Episode 26 proves it's all about receiving the joy in Him that will remain in us.
Captions: Her gift in return was a promise that God remains faithful always. Listen to find out what this gift was.
2020-07-2713 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorcePosh Paper Lady: Sherry finds pure joy papercrafting in her She Shed
In episode 25, we talk to Sherry Williams of Charlotte, N.C., who finds joy out of making all kinds of things out of paper. On her YouTube channel, Posh Paper Lady, she can teach you how to as well.
Thousands of fans come to Sherry's channel every day to watch her make "stinkin' cute" projects, and have a good time. But papercrafting isn't frivolous. It can be practical and even contribute to the community.
Romans 12:9 helped her get through a trying time in her life. Find out why.
Extra: List...
2020-07-2346 min
POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceSurvive the dog days of summer with family memories and God's word
Episode 24 is all about trusting God and finding joy in family memories. First, I'm delving into the book of Isaiah and learning about God's promises. Then later, listen to me and my sister, Karen Walker, as we pick greens and tell funny stories about our parents when we were young. Photo of my mother, Virginia Walker, when she was in her 20s.
2020-07-2031 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceThe mother of Bible journaling, Shanna Noel speaks out on finding joy!
Shanna Noel is the founder of the Bible journaling company, Illustrated Faith. Shanna talks all about what Bible journaling is and how we can grow closer to God through this relatively new art form. She has grown her company in 5 short years and has tens of thousands of fans through social media.
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Shanna's ability to help Christians delve into God's Word and illustrate it has caused more people to spend time in their Bible than ever before. Below is an ex...
2020-07-1631 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceDaredevil part 2: Breaking down a superhero's belief in God, and Bible comparisons
The guys are back! In part 2 of this conversation with comic experts Anthony Brown (below right) and Kade Poulson, we explore Scripture and Bible characters to get at the root of Matt Murdock (aka Daredevil) and his religious traditions.
Why does he hurt people but refrain from killing? Does he pray to God? And do we see religion depicted in other comics?
Also, breaking news about the Infinite Danger Room podcast!
2020-07-1328 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceDaredevil: The superhero who believes in God
Join my conversation in episode 21 with comic book experts Anthony Brown and Kade Poulson all about Daredevil and his religious crisis. He believes in God, but doubts himself. Is he good? Or is he truly the devil of Hell's Kitchen? The Netflix show is just the latest incarnation of this character, which has been featured in comics for years.
2020-07-0928 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceShe shaved her head to find new growth: Writer Linda Jones
In part three of the Joy of Hair Week, we talk to a bold woman who revealed a special decision on social media. After battling with the hair thinning disorder alopecia, writing consultant Linda Jones made the decision to go bald. The reaction was swift and positive on social media, but that's not why she did it. Linda says wanted to inspire other women suffering from hair issues to go bald when they are ready. After the reveal, she published the poem "Natural Progression," which she recites on the show. Episode 20 is explosive!
2020-07-0635 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceWhen your faith is challenged: The Oklahoman's Carla Hinton
On episode 19 of the Positively Joy Podcast: Carla Hinton, Faith editor of The Oklahoman, recently wore a mask while attempting to interview someone for a story. The person challenged her faith, asking her to remove her mask, and whether she believed God would protect her from Coronavirus. Carla talks about the encounter, and what scripture she stands on.
2020-07-0517 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceThe Joy of Hair Week, part two: From Disco mane to stylish gray, Michael Quintanilla still rocks it!
In part two of the Joy of Hair Week, we talk to the the always fashion-forward Michael Quintanilla If you want someone who finds joy through their hair, it's Michael. Cool, trendy and always passionate about style, he enjoys looking good, but also helping others feel good about themselves! Michael discusses his hair, going gray and why it all matters.
2020-07-0231 minPOSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After DivorceCutting her dreadlocks: The Joy of Hair Week, part 1
It's our Joy of Hair Week! Today in Episode 16 of the Positively Joy podcast, Linda Lockhart discusses her reasons for cutting off her long dreadlocks and embracing the joy of a short, worry-free style.
Subscribe and don't miss parts 2 and 3 in the Joy of Hair Week: Michael Quintanilla on going gray, and Linda Jones on shaving her beautiful head.
2020-06-2924 min