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All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonRaising Sons, Loving Strong: Discipleship Starts at Home | Dean Plumlee | Ep. 25Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friend and disciple-maker Dean Plumlee. Dean spent over 25 years in surf ministry before God led him into a whole new chapter—mentoring pastors, parents, and leaders through Sun Life Ministries, a ministry grounded in the life and method of Jesus.
Dean unpacks how discipleship starts in the home, how he’s raised his three kids to know and love Jesus, and what it means to be a man who leads with courage, rejects passivity, and embraces responsibility. From hiking the Appalachian Trail with his sons to navigating tech boundaries and awkw...2025-07-2942 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper: Union With Christ: How Jesus Meets Us Through Word and Sacrament | Ep. 24In this Diving Deeper episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Pastor John Bombaro for a rich and deep conversation about the physical and spiritual intimacy we’re invited into through Christ.
They talk about how Jesus doesn’t just love us from a distance, He actually enters into our lives in real, tangible ways. From Holy Communion to baptism to the power of God’s Word, Pastor John unpacks what it means to be united with Christ, not just symbolically, but truly. They walk through John 6, the beauty of the incarnation, and why your body and what y...2025-07-241h 30
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonHow We Met: Our Love Story from Kansas to Kauai | Ep. 23It all started with a cliff jump, a voicemail, and a Kansas boy on a Hawaiian beach…
In this episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks invite listeners into the behind-the-scenes story of how they met, dated, and got married. From a surprise phone call and a cliff jump at Shipwreck Beach, to long-distance Zoom dates and a proposal in a secret Hawaiian garden, this is a story marked by God’s providence, adventure, and intentionality!
Bethany and Adam share candidly about their early fears, funny moments (like Adam’s “kooky” surf sessions), cultural differences, and the joy of...2025-07-2247 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonHomesteading, Homemaking & Homeschooling with Confidence | Lisa Bass | Ep. 22What if a slower, more intentional life at home could actually make things easier? In this heartfelt conversation, Bethany and Adam sit down with Lisa Bass—homeschooling mom of eight and creator of Farmhouse on Boone—to talk about what it really looks like to raise a big family, cook from scratch, and build a peaceful home.
Lisa shares how routines, confidence, and a strong “why” have helped her navigate homeschooling, home cooking, and sourcing real food. They talk about sourdough (yes, it can be simple!), raw milk, raising lifelong learners, and the importance of choosing a lifestyl...2025-07-1528 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonSurviving Fire, Finding Joy | Matt Manzari | Ep. 21What happens when life throws you not one, but two life-altering tragedies, and you survive them both?
Bethany and Adam sit down with their close friend Matt Manzari, a former professional wakeskater whose life was radically changed after two near-fatal accidents, one a catastrophic head injury, the other a 12,000-volt electrocution. But Matt's story isn’t just about surviving. It’s about redefining identity, reclaiming joy, and pointing everything back to the goodness and grace of God.
Matt shares how he went from chasing success and sponsorships to finding his true identity in Christ, how trau...2025-07-0847 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper: Drawing Closer to God | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 20In this Diving Deeper episode, Adam Dirks sits down with Pastor William Pierce for an honest and encouraging conversation about staying rooted in God’s Word, especially when your emotions feel all over the place.
Together, they talk about why chasing emotional highs can’t replace the steady truth of Scripture, how feelings can sometimes lead us off course, and why the Bible is more than enough to guide us, ground us, and draw us close to God. Pastor William shares insights from the parable of Lazarus and the rich man, pointing to the unshakable reliability of God’...2025-07-0312 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonFrom New Age to New Life: Ali Tate’s Journey to Truth | Ep. 19Listener note: This episode includes mature spiritual themes and is intended for adult audiences.
What happens when you chase spiritual freedom, only to find yourself more lost than ever?
In this episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with former model and writer Ali Tate to unpack her journey out of the New Age movement and into something far more grounding. From breathwork and plant medicine to church pews and monogamy, Ali shares how her search for truth led her to Jesus in the most unexpected ways.
She opens up about what changed when...2025-07-011h 02
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonFrom Rock Bottom to Redemption: Timmy Hamilton’s Fight for Life | Ep. 18In this deeply personal and raw episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Bethany’s brother, Timmy Hamilton, to share the story that nearly broke their family. Once a fearless wave charger and devoted dad, Timmy found himself wasting away—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—due to a misdiagnosed chronic illness and a downward health spiral that almost took his life.
From losing the ability to surf or walk normally to feeling like death was moments away, Timmy opens up about his journey through misdiagnosis, battling Type 1 diabetes and dysautonomia, and finally finding hope and healing through advanced regene...2025-06-2432 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonJoyful Noise, Real Truth | FLAME | Ep. 17In this powerful and refreshingly honest conversation, Adam and Bethany sit down with Christian hip-hop artist FLAME (Marcus Gray) to talk faith, music, and theology that hits deep. From growing up in St. Louis to Grammy nominations and even a courtroom battle with Katy Perry, FLAME shares how his faith has grown through trials, seminary study, and the journey from Reformed theology to confessional Lutheranism.
Guest Bio:
FLAME is a Grammy-nominated Christian hip-hop artist, theologian, and author from St. Louis, Missouri. With a background in seminary education and over a decade of musical i...2025-06-1739 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonWho God Says You Are | Sadie Robertson | Ep. 16In this honest and inspiring episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Sadie Robertson Huff for a powerful conversation about identity, calling, and what happens when God pulls you out of the noise to remind you who you are. Sadie opens up about the behind-the-scenes reality of competing on Dancing with the Stars at just 17, the moment she nearly walked away from it all, and how she found her voice by asking God one simple question: “Who did You create me to be?”
They talk about marriage, motherhood, the real pressures of social media, and why stepping away...2025-06-1054 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper - Gospel Reading with Bethany and Adam | Ep. 15In this short and powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam dive into a chapter from Scandalous Stories by Daniel Emery Price and Eric Sorensen, reflecting on one of the most raw and redemptive moments in Scripture—Jesus’ dinner with a Pharisee and a sinful woman.
With a mix of laughter, tears, and truth, Adam reads the chapter “Every Pharisee Needs a Prostitute,” followed by heartfelt reflections from both him and Bethany. Together, they unpack what it means to be both sinner and saint, to sit at the table of grace no matter your past, and to l...2025-06-0529 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonShark-Proofing Adventure: Ocean Safety with Nathan Garrison | Ep. 14In this riveting episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Nathan Garrison, the co-founder of Sharkbanz—a revolutionary magnetic shark deterrent born from personal tragedy and a passion for ocean safety. Nathan shares how a shark attack on his best friend became the catalyst for developing Sharkbanz, and why protecting ocean-goers became his mission!
From spearfishing in deep blue Hawaiian waters to nervous surf sessions near murky beach breaks, this conversation dives deep into fear, faith, innovation, and the reality of coexisting with one of the ocean's most misunderstood predators. Real-life users, Jacob an...2025-06-031h 02
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonEp. 14 | Shark-Proofing Adventure: Ocean Safety with Nathan GarrisonIn this riveting episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Nathan Garrison, the co-founder of Sharkbanz—a revolutionary magnetic shark deterrent born from personal tragedy and a passion for ocean safety. Nathan shares how a shark attack on his best friend became the catalyst for developing Sharkbanz, and why protecting ocean-goers became his mission!
From spearfishing in deep blue Hawaiian waters to nervous surf sessions near murky beach breaks, this conversation dives deep into fear, faith, innovation, and the reality of coexisting with one of the ocean's most misunderstood predators. Real-life users, Jacob an...2025-06-031h 02
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonFrom Toddlers to Teens: Faith-Filled Wisdom with Kari Kampakis | Ep. 13Raising children is no easy task—especially in today’s noisy, tech-driven world. In this heartfelt conversation, author and mom of four Kari Kampakis joins Adam and Bethany to share practical wisdom on parenting through every season, from the "barbaric toddler years" to the emotional rollercoaster of the teen years. Kari opens up about her struggles, what she'd do differently, and how moms can embrace grace, build real relationships, and raise daughters rooted in truth and strength. Whether you're knee-deep in diapers or preparing to launch your teens into the world, this episode will uplift and equip you with time...2025-05-2744 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper: Wisdom with Tech | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 12How do we guide our children through the digital age with wisdom and grace?
In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Pastor William Pierce joins Adam Dirks for a thoughtful conversation on parenting, technology, and spiritual discernment. From screen time to video games, from Proverbs to Paul’s letters, this episode challenges families to model wisdom in a tech-saturated world. Pastor William explores how struggle isn't something to fear—but a sign of God's refining work in us. They also unpack practical ways to set boundaries in the home, how to approach each child uniquely, and...2025-05-2219 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonStories That Shape the Soul: The Author Journey of S.D. Smith | Ep. 11What do bunnies, betrayal, and brave hearts have to do with spiritual formation? In this inspiring episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with S.D. Smith, the beloved author of The Green Ember series—a storyworld that’s captured the hearts of families around the globe.
Sam shares how a childhood spent in the hollers of West Virginia and a season of deep suffering helped shape stories that equip children to face real life with courage, faith, and hope. They unpack why imagination matters, how storytelling reaches the soul, and why it’s critic...2025-05-2042 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonScreen Addiction: Why Prevention is Key for Today's Parents | Melanie Hempe | Ep. 10Is screen time stealing your child’s future?
In this powerful conversation, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks sit down with Melanie Hempe, founder of ScreenStrong.org, a nurse and mom who learned the hard way how video games and screen addiction can derail a child’s life. From watching her son spiral into addiction to reclaiming family connection, Melanie shares both the heartbreak and hope of saying "no" to toxic tech.
Discover the science behind screen addiction, practical steps to protect your home, and why it’s never too late—or too early—to take a bol...2025-05-1347 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper: Modeling Faith in Family | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 09In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Adam and Pastor William have an honest, encouraging conversation about how to raise spiritually rooted kids in today’s fast-moving world. If you're a Christian parent wondering how to instill lasting faith in your children—without carrying the burden alone—this episode will lift your heart and guide your steps!
From setting rhythms of prayer and Bible reading, to creating space for meaningful connection—even on busy days—this conversation is full of wisdom for every stage of parenthood. You’ll learn how your own joy in the Lord natural...2025-05-0822 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonRaising Resilient Families Through True Health | Kori & Kyle Meloy | Ep. 08Ready to rethink what real health looks like? In this powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany Hamilton and Adam sit down with Kyle and Kori Meloy to share how small, God-centered shifts transformed their health, marriage, and family life! From breaking free of burnout to building lasting resilience, they reveal how living more in tune with God’s design leads to thriving bodies, stronger homes, and deeper joy. This conversation will leave you inspired to nourish your body, strengthen your family, and live with vibrant faith!
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Kori and Kyle Meloy are...2025-05-0638 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonPursuing Passion and Purpose: Ben Spell’s Story | Ep. 07Have you ever felt called to something you knew nothing about? Ben Spell, the CEO of Good Ranchers—a thriving meat company with a mission to bring clean, American-sourced meat to families across the nation story that is exactly at! He started out knowing absolutely nothing about the meat industry (he’d never even cooked a steak!), but was moved by a clear calling from God to step into uncharted territory.
Ben opens up about his humble beginnings in Louisiana, his journey from church musician to entrepreneur, and how he and his wife navigated the challenges of star...2025-04-2936 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonDiving Deeper: Loving Our Neighbor in Today's World | Pastor William Pierce | Ep. 06In this thought-provoking episode, Adam sits down with Pastor William Pierce to explore how Christians can navigate the complexities of today’s world with both conviction and compassion. From the transgender movement to challenges posed by atheism and agnosticism, Pastor William shares profound insights on how to love our neighbors while staying grounded in biblical truth. Together, they discuss topics like forgiveness, justice, and the mercy of God—offering practical wisdom for living out faith in schools, workplaces, and online spaces.
Guest Bio:
Pastor William Pierce is a devoted spiritual leader who passionately encou...2025-04-2437 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonRaising Resilient Children: The Importance of Building Character | Monica Swanson | Ep. 05In this heartfelt episode, Bethany and Adam welcome Monica Swanson—mom of four boys, homeschooler, and author of three impactful books, including Boy Mom and Raising Amazing. Monica shares her journey of homeschooling and parenting with intentionality, offering wisdom on nurturing character, weaving faith into everyday life, and raising kids with purpose. This encouraging conversation dives into the real challenges and joys of family life, while providing practical insight for parents seeking to grow strong, value-driven families in today’s world.
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Monica Swanson is a dedicated author and influencer in the paren...2025-04-2244 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonEmbracing God's Guidance for Intentional Family Living | Jason and Tori Benham | Ep.04In this heartwarming and insightful episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks are joined by Jason and Tori Benham for a meaningful conversation about marriage, family, and faith. Together, they explore the challenges of parenting through trials, the value of creating margin in family life, and the power of shared experiences to strengthen relationships. With a blend of personal stories and practical wisdom, this episode offers encouragement and inspiration for anyone looking to be more intentional with their faith and family life.
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Jason Benham, author and speaker, offers insights on marriage in h...2025-04-1544 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonSecrets to Building an Unbreakable Family Legacy | Adam Koontz | Ep.03Join Adam and Bethany for an inspiring conversation with pastor and father, Adam Koontz, as he shares his journey of balancing ministry and fatherhood. In a world filled with constant busyness and never-ending demands, Adam emphasizes the profound importance of intentionality when it comes to family. Tune in as they explore the value of investing time, having meaningful conversations, and creating memorable experiences that strengthen the foundation of family life.
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Dr. Adam Koontz is the pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church and School in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. He earned his Master of Divinity f...2025-04-0844 min
All Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonHow to Be Salt and Light: Transform Your Environment | Beaver Fleming | Ep. 02Pro skateboarder Beaver Fleming opens up about how his faith and values integrate with his skateboarding. Amid a world full of distractions, he highlights the power of building strong character, staying grounded in the Lord, and fully embracing the opportunities that come our way. Beaver reveals how the character God instills in us can not only elevate our own lives but transform the environments and atmospheres we step into, leaving a lasting impact wherever we go.
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Beaver Fleming is a renowned professional skateboarder and Nitro Circus performer, famous for landing the w...2025-04-0837 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonAll Things Possible: How To Overcome Obstacles in Life, Family and Faith | Adam and Bethany Dirks | Ep. 01The impact zone is the part of a wave where the chaos hits, you’re spun upside down, you’re gasping for breath and can’t tell which way is up. You can probably relate to that feeling in your life, with your faith, your family or health.
Ocean waves aren’t just chaos though - they also have a beautiful, calm stillness as you look down the barrel - this is the perfect place to still your mind, find peace, and gather yourself in the midst of the chaos.
Bethany and Adam ar...2025-04-0826 minAll Things Possible With Bethany HamiltonTrailer - All Things Possible with Bethany HamiltonIn All Things Possible, Adam and Bethany talk about what’s possible despite the many challenges in life! They will focus on faith, health and family. They’ll also share stories about raising their children, adventuring homeschooling and navigating the current culture. With guests, they’ll also dive into topics like discipleship, intentional living, and finding joy in the unexpected.
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