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The Known Podcast: Mars Hill ChurchField Notes Mars Hill Missions: Matt Armbruster founder of Ransom SolutionsRestoring Lives, Rebuilding Hope – Matt Armbruster of Ransom SolutionsShow Notes:In this episode, we sit down with Matt Armbruster, the founder and driving force behind Ransom Solutions, a nonprofit based in Mobile, Alabama, that's transforming lives and communities from the inside out. With a heart for restoration and a hands-on approach to ministry, Matt shares how Ransom Solutions walks alongside men coming out of incarceration, addiction, and homelessness—offering not just help, but hope and long-term relationships.We dive into Matt’s journey, the calling that led to the founding of Ransom, and the gritty...
2025-06-0240 min
Topeka InsiderWinners Focus on Winning: Former Greater Topeka Partnership CEO | Matt PivarnikMatt Pivarnik reflects on nearly a decade of service as CEO of the Greater Topeka Partnership and the remarkable transformation the community has experienced during this time. From becoming the first city in America to measure its Net Promoter Score to seeing dramatic improvements in hope, health, happiness, and prosperity metrics, Topeka's renaissance demonstrates the power of changing community mindset.• Topeka was the first city to measure its net promoter score, rising from -47 to +1• Major developments transforming Topeka include Westridge Mall's conversion to a corporate campus and two significant downtown housing projects• Community perception matter...
2025-05-3044 min
Ransom ExperienceLets start a Revolution!Today Matt and Tara talk about the idea behind the Solution Revolution campaign started on 4/1/2025. They will explain what it is and how you can get involved in this community changing campaign. They will discuss the need for individuals, organizations and businesses to come together the be part of the solution. This episode will shed some light on the need for nonprofits to think outside the box . We hope you will enjoy it and don't forget to share with your friends and family.
2025-04-1731 min
Ransom ExperienceEmbrace the Journey- Navigating mental healthIn this powerful episode of The Ransom Experience, Matt and Tara sit down with Josh Moore, a licensed therapist and a valued member of the Ransom Staff. Together they dive deep into the mental and emotional struggles faced by men and women reenter society after incarceration, addiction and homelessness. Josh shars how Therapy becomes a vital tool in breaking through barriers and helping our trainees to heal from past trauma, rebuild self-worth, and step into the lives they were created to live. to find our more about this organization.
2025-03-1953 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Relaunch with founders Matt and TaraWe have taken a long break and now are ready to relaunch out podcast "The Ransom Experience" God has done some amazing things over the last 2 years. We cant wait to tell you about it and in the following episodes we will cover our core values and hear from professionals in their fields
2024-10-3047 min
Recruiting Future with Matt Alder - What's Next For Talent Acquisition, HR & Hiring?Hiring Innovation in LATAM and AsiaIf you have been listening to the recent episodes of the show, you'll have noticed the considerable amount of innovation currently happening in high-volume hiring. Driven by skill shortages and automation technology, high volume is the area that has given us an insight into what the future might be like for talent acquisition.In episodes 551 and 552, I'm diving deeper into automation and AI in high-volume hiring by speaking to technology CEOs with products that are helping to shape the future. My second guest in this mini-series is Max Armbruster, C...
2023-09-1825 min
the grove community churchThe Grove CC Sermon Podcast 1/29/23 :: Matt ArmbrusterMatt shares a powerful testimony of his recent struggle with finding his identity in Christ and not in ministry
2023-02-0600 min
Ransom ExperienceLori and Margie: Learning by watchingToday's episode we get to talk to our volunteer teaching duo Lori and Margie. They will share about growing up as preacher kids and learning a lifestyle of serving others. We will talk about their families and how and why they were called to serve at Ransom. We know you will be encouraged by their story.
2022-06-0126 min
Ransom ExperienceBrooke- Trauma effects many people in different waysToday we talk to Brooke who went through Ransom Reprogram back in 2019!! You will hear a story of growing up with a strong mother who persevered through many things. Brooke shares how trauma and feeling like she didn't fit in and allowing peer pressure to push her into making bad choices along the way. She also felt guilt and shame from these decisions which caused a time of addiction. She will then tell of Gods provision and taking the bad and turning it too good. She now takes what she learned through these situations to be an amazing mother and sh...
2022-05-2523 min
Ransom ExperienceJulie 2- A story of realized DreamsLast week you heard from Julie and how it all began. In todays episode you will hear about how she worked the ABC model in realizing your purpose. You will be inspired by her determination and knowledge learned. Share this episode with others that need to learn about hope and drive through set backs and victories.
2022-05-1823 min
Ransom ExperienceJulie 1- A story of learning to live againToday we take a look back to Julie's story from our second podcast where she shared about learning to live again. Then in next week's episode we will hear about where she is now and how valuable her time at ransom was and how she used to use what she learned to reach her goals. Share this podcast with your friend and those that need to hear about perseverance and determination.
2022-05-1125 min
weWFM ShowHow to persuade stakeholders to support a Workforce Management initiative with Matthew Armbruster, Workforce Manager for Cepheid's Americas Customer Care OperationsMatt discusses his journey into workforce management, as well as what it's like to break new ground in an established company when you're the first employee to hold a workforce management title. Matt offers some excellent advice on how to persuade stakeholders to invest in and support a Workforce Management process, even when few stakeholders are aware of what workforce management is all about.
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2022-05-0847 min
Ransom ExperienceLyndsey- Where she is nowLast week you met Lyndsey and she told her story of her life. In todays episode Lyndsey will share how she used what she learned through Ransom to reach out for her goals. She will share how she went from a person in addiction and without hope to someone that helps others navigate recovery. Please share this episode with other that are struggling with addiction and dont know what to do or where to turn.
2022-05-0421 minRansom ExperienceLyndsey- Back to basics rebootToday we revisit episode 6 with Lyndsey. We will hear about her journey from ministry to addiction and then to a recommitment to her relationship with Christ and others. We will be following this up next week with a new follow up episode on where she is now. We know you will be encouraged. To learn more about Ransom Ministries go to Ransomministries.com or email us at
2022-04-2724 min
Ransom ExperienceHow it all startedToday's Episode is with Matt and Tara. They will explain how Ransom Started and why they do what they do. We hope it will help others move out of the comfort and out into Gods calling. Check out more about what Ransom is about go to
2022-04-1938 min
Ransom ExperienceSTORY DAYToday is going to be different. Each group we have a day called story day. This is where they share their stories with each other this helps understand that we are not alone. We also have them do this so they can learn to not be ashamed of their stories but use them to help others. We think you will enjoy this episode remember to share this with your friends and rate us and let us know what you would like to hear.
2022-04-1337 min
Ransom ExperienceWhere are they now part 2In todays episode Matt gives you an update on the progress of past interviewees. He will talk about the progress of the past interviews and how they are doing now. Matt says he was very encouraged by looking back and we hope this episode encourages you as well. Looking back sure makes us realize our mission of helping others transform their lives through work.
2022-04-0626 min
Ransom ExperienceAngela- 6 months laterLast episode we talked with Angela on her first day as Ransom's Director of Education. In this episode we sit down and talk about her first 6 months and what she has learned and things that surprised her. You will enjoy her take on ministry and leading in a organization where she can take her experiences and help transform lives. Angela has become a vital part of what is done through Ransom on a daily bases.
2022-03-3020 min
Ransom ExperienceAngela- Taking things to the next levelToday you will meet Angela our director of Education. Angela is a graduate of Ransom Reprogram and over the last three years has grown and become an amazing woman of God. She came on staff here last year and has taken Ransom Reprogram to another level. You will see the transformation through her story and through her life. We are so blessed to have her on this journey with us. We know you will be encouraged
2022-03-2320 min
Ransom ExperienceRalph- Addiction to redemptionToday we talk with Ralph about his journey from Florida and how an addiction brought him to Mobile Alabama and eventually to Ransom Ministries. He will talk about his life growing up, a successful truck driving career to a life of addiction. Then to a life of forgiveness and redemption. We think you will see how his surrender played an important role in his healing.
2022-03-1619 min
Ransom ExperienceWhat an exciting time we are in!!In today's episode Matt will talk about what an exciting time it is in the history of Ransom Ministries. He will talk about the plans for the future and what that means for those we serve. He will also talk about how to get involved.
2022-03-0222 min
Awful Service PodcastAwful Service Number One Hundred and Three - Nate ArmbrusterUnlike Pizza places, this podcast delivers EVERYWHERE. This week We have Detroit native and Chicago Comedian Nate Armbruster one the podcast. This episode we try reverse chronological, talk Hotel ham, and find out that Nate has never needed to interview for a job. Also check out his new podcast "Weekend UpNate"
Awful Service is a customer service based comedy podcast. Hosted by Minnesota based comics and Co-hosts Nathan Smesrud and Matt Dooyema. Featuring Rebecca Wilson and Joe Cocozzello. "Awful Theme Song" by Jeff Kantos and "Karen Theme Remix","Show Us Your Resume", "Gee Why Did It Fail"...
2022-02-231h 43
Awful Service PodcastAwful Service Number One Hundred and Three - Nate ArmbrusterUnlike Pizza places, this podcast delivers EVERYWHERE. This week We have Detroit native and Chicago Comedian Nate Armbruster one the podcast. This episode we try reverse chronological, talk Hotel ham, and find out that Nate has never needed to interview for a job. Also check out his new podcast "Weekend UpNate" Awful Service is a customer service based comedy podcast. Hosted by Minnesota based comics and Co-hosts Nathan Smesrud and Matt Dooyema. Featuring Rebecca Wilson and Joe Cocozzello. "Awful Theme Song" by Jeff Kantos and "Karen Theme Remix","Show Us Your Resume", "Gee Why Did It Fail" and "Awful Outro"...
2022-02-231h 43
Ransom ExperienceUnderstanding: Homeless on purposeThis episode Matt will share about his experience of going Homeless on purpose. You will hear about the time he spent and how it changed the way he served and how it changed his life forever. We dont really know what someone is struggling with until we really get to know the struggle. This episode really makes you think about how we can serve just by getting to know someone. Our hope is you will look at others differently through listening to this experience.
2022-02-2335 min
Nate Knows Nothing with Nate ArmbrusterQueen Elizabeth Has COVID, Matt Stafford Photographer Injury, and MoreNate recaps his weekend of shows at the Kenosha Comedy Club with the legendary Rich Vos. He also talks about the winter Olympics coming to a close and the Finnish skier who suffered a ‘Frozen Penis’ during a cross-country event at Beijing Olympics. Queen Elizabeth has tested positive for COVID-19. Nate also talks about the photographer who fell off the stage at the LA Rams Super Bowl parade and the backlash the Stafford's faced because of Matt's initial reaction.
2022-02-2132 min
Ransom ExperienceHow to serve well! Living life outside the boat.Today we talk about the principles we at Ransom Ministries follow when serving others. In the book that Matt wrote "Life outside the boat" he talks about serving others well. It has been learned over the 11 years of serving those most people have given up on. Each day is a learning experience and we know we still have much to learn. Matt will talk about mistakes and times when it worked and the lessons learned. Sometimes no is the most loving thing you can say. Steps to service 1. Trust 2. Faith 3. Understanding 4. Action 5. Mercy 6. Justice 7. Balance Link to the book is in...
2022-02-1622 min
Ransom ExperienceLeevester- One day at a timeToday we are joined by Leevester he will share about growing up in Mobile, prison time, wrong choices and better choices. He will talk about depression, anger and a host of other things that kept him going down the wrong path. Today he is learning to live one day at a time and trusting the Lord with his life and decisions. We have seen Leevester go through many hard times even while he has been here at Ransom. We have seen him learn to navigate these times in a mature and victorious way. Join as He shares his journey.
2022-02-0915 min
Ransom ExperienceKyle- I was mad at GodToday we talk with teammate Kyle. He has been here and we have seen such growth. Not just in work but his the way he handles hard things in his life. Kyle as of this episode has moved on to a B job and we are sure he will do great. Many of us have had situations make us mad at God and blame Him. Today we talk about how to overcome these.
2022-02-0220 minNate Knows Nothing with Nate ArmbrusterMatt Stafford Is Super Bowl Bound and Tom Brady Is RetiringComedian Sal DeMilio joins Nate to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl LVI between the LA Rams and Cincinnati Bengals. It's the first-ever Super Bowl for Matthew Stafford and Detroiters have mixed feelings about it. They also talk about Tom Brady's announcement that he is retiring after 22 seasons, seven Super Bowl wins with New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers combined on this edition of Weekend UpNate with Nate Armbruster.
2022-01-3123 min
Ransom ExperienceSandra- Never give up yourToday we talk with one of our most committed volunteers. We talk about growing up, marriage, children, divorce, depression and volunteering. You will see what we all see in Sandra and how much a blessing she is to us and those we serve.
2022-01-2622 min
Ransom ExperienceAmanda- When Unbelief turns into trustToday we talk with Amanda who had many people let her down. She did not believe God was real or even cared but then she asked Him for help and boy did He come through. We have seen Amanda go from not believing she had a purpose or the ability to succeed. To a person with growing confidence and a natural leader. We are so proud of Amanda and we know you will be also after hearing her story.
2022-01-1219 min
Ransom ExperienceEthan- Forgiveness is keyToday we talk to Ethan he will share about his childhood. Ethan is 20 years old and been through more than most in their entire life. Ethan will encourage you to forgive and to move on with your life. He will share of hurt, anger, forgiveness we know you will be blessed. Since the recording of this podcast Ethan has started a graduated Ransom Recycling, fulltime job, bought a car and grown in so many ways. We know you will enjoy our conversation with Ethan.
2022-01-0539 min
Ransom ExperienceBill- Sometimes things don't make sense till they doToday we bring back a past episode in honor of our amazing volunteer Bill. He is going through a tough time right now and mostly we wanted him to listen to this so he can remember who is in control. Bill has had many setbacks in his life and this one is challenging but we have watched him handle it with such grace and as we type this, we realize that we have learned so much from this man over the years about trust. We hope you will be encouraged as you listen. Be praying for Bill as you listen...
2021-12-2219 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Ministries- How you can get involvedToday's episode is a recap of what Ransom Ministries is about and what has happened in 2021. Please listen and prayerfully consider getting involved and consider us when making your end of year donation. We are in the process of becoming 50% self-sustaining ministry, but we still depend on donations to do what we do. Each donation is tax deductible. We are so excited to see what 2022 will bring and we hope you will join us in this mission.
2021-12-1522 min
Ransom ExperienceLacey- Hard LoveThis episode Lacey gets real and raw about her growing up, bad decisions, losing a sister way to early and hard love that saved her life. She had a rough time but is making progress in becoming all God created her to be. It is a day to day struggle but it is not about falling but how we get up each day. I know you will enjoy our conversation with Lacey. Go to to find out more about what we do.
2021-12-0826 minRansom ExperienceTom- I thought I was in HellToday we bring you our first episode of season 2 and man it is a good one. We talk to Tom and he shares with us about his life coming from a stable family life to drugs, Mental illness, Mental facility and a huge loss of purpose. Tom gets real and raw about his journey and a powerful example of God's grace. Mental illness is stigmatized and brushed aside in our world today but it needs to be talked about. You will hear a story of stability, homelessness, drugs, jail and redemption.
2021-12-0130 min
Ransom ExperienceWelcome to season 2 of the Ransom ExperienceWe have brought you 52 episodes of the Ransom Experience. This next season will be even more real and raw than season 1. We pray you will share this with your friends and it will become a part of your weekly podcast listening. Today we just give you an overview of what to expect. We hope you will go back and listen to season 1 . We are excited to see what God does in this next season. Please share, subscribe and review so we can better serve you. Enjoy and get ready season 2 is going to be awesome
2021-11-1702 min
Ransom ExperienceSummer- I met a boyToday we talk with Summer about growing up on 200 acres with a great family and friends. She will share with you about how even when your life starts out great and then along comes that boy. She shares how much peer pressure will affect you. She will share with us how you have to get to a point when you are tired of living that life. Summer is just real and raw about how she moved from a great life to a life of addiction.
2021-11-1019 min
Ransom ExperienceRonald- Fall down get back upToday we talk to one of our Ransom Recycling teammates. Ronald will share his story of growing up in the church and wanting to experience the world. He shares of his ups and downs and how he got to Ransom. You will see a humble person who just made some decisions that effected him for the rest of his life Listen to the end and you will be blessed and see that the Lord has some great things for him
2021-11-0326 min
Ransom ExperienceWOW!! Its been 11 YearsIn todays episode Matt will talk about how this all started 11 years ago. He will share his story and talk about some ups and downs through the years. We hope you will learn a little more about the mission of Ransom and why we do what we do. We also hope your faith will be strengthened. Please share this podcast with others and give us a review.
2021-10-2740 min
Ransom ExperienceHomeless on purposeEver wonder what the Homeless deal with on a daily bases? In this episode Matt will walk you through what it was like to go Homeless on purpose. This experience changed Matt's life and the direction of Ransom Ministries. You will hear of the frustrations experienced even in a short time. We hope you will get a new perspective on the homeless and the struggles they experience. Listen with an open heart and we are sure you will be blessed.
2021-10-2035 min
Ransom ExperienceRelaunching into our callingToday we see how we help those we serve Launch into their calling
2021-10-1619 min
Ransom ExperienceRestoration is a beautiful thingToday we talk about the beauty of Restoration and moving forward into the life God intended for us.
2021-10-1520 min
Ransom ExperienceRebuilding takes workThis episode we talk about the rebuilding our lives process and how at Ransom we walk through that process with our participants and how you can do the same with those in your life.
2021-10-1420 min
Ransom ExperienceRepairing our past is a processOver the next 4 days we will be going through the curriculum that we use to teach our classes. We know we have done this before but we have had a lot of feedback and felt we need to offer it again. We are going to do this over the next 4 days in succession. Please share these episodes with your friends and family.
2021-10-1325 min
Ransom ExperienceEveryone has a StoryToday we will hear from a few of our participants and hear their stories told by them. We hope though this episode you will see we should never judge by what we see. We need to listen to those around us.
2021-10-0637 min
Ransom ExperienceCharlie- Finding Purpose in a prisonIn this episode we talk to Charlie Bailey a local business man as he shares first how he turned his life around through a bad situation. Charlie shares how growing in his relationship with Christ put him serving in Jail ministry. You will hear through his story how God revealed his gift of helping people he never would of dreamed he could ever relate with. We hope this will help you see that you just have to get involved in something for God to work in your life. He will show you His plan for you when you step out...
2021-09-2931 min
Ransom ExperienceJim Backes- "The Angel with the demon tattoo"Today we talk to one of the most driven person we have ever met. Jim was very well educated, successful in business and a heart to give back. Jim came in our community a few years ago and we have always known he would be an important part of Ransom You will hear his belief system on business, and serving others. We know as you listen to his story you will see that its important to share your talents with others.
2021-09-2236 min
Ransom ExperienceErin- "I was an atheist"This episode we talk with Erin Curtis about living a life when you don't feel like you fit in. She will talk about a life of struggle and growing up around mental illness and when your dreams feel like they fall apart. Erin will talk about her path to addiction and what that has cost her at this point of her life and multiple stays in treatment. You will also hear her share about the power of God in her life now. We are sure you will be blessed by her story.
2021-09-1536 min
Ransom ExperienceAngela - from the student to the leaderToday we talk with Angela Lignos our new Director of Education. Angela will talk about her life before and then being a client at the Home of Grace (Rehab for Women) She will also talk about being a student of Ransom Reprogram 3 years ago in our first class of Home of Grace women. You will see her come full circle and now is the Director of the program she was a part of and took what she learned and is becoming all that God created her to be. This has always been the vision of Ransom to have someone that...
2021-09-0818 min
Ransom ExperienceLife outside the boat- Serving with BalanceToday Matt talks about how we can serve those around us without hurting them. We will discuss how to balance Mercy and Justice when serving those that God put in our lives. We will show that we must first know the persons story before we can know what they need. We hope you will see that we make things so hard when it really is not that hard if we let those we serve to participate in their own healing. Please listen with a open mind and understanding that we must have balance. Jesus gives us the model on how...
2021-09-0122 min
Hope That Helped PodcastEp. 45 - Paved Roads and Double Names all aroundSend us a textConnect with the Hope That Helped Podcast-Email us - hopethathelpedpodcast@gmail.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hopethathelped/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hopethathelped/Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/hopethathelpeduListen to the Hope That Helped Podcast and please subscribe, rate, and review! Thank you for l...
2021-08-3039 min
Ransom ExperienceSandy Delchamps- Welcome to the teamToday you will meet our new Director of Ransom Recycling. Sandy Delchamps comes to us from a very powerful Rehab ministry with 12 years experience in help men get through Addiction. We have known Sandy a long time and worked with him on many projects. We are excited to have him on our team and we wanted you to meet him. I think you will see through this interview why he is a good fit. We hope you enjoy go to for more information on what we do and how to get involved.
2021-08-2528 min
Ransom ExperienceMatt and Tara- How it all beganToday we are going to revisit Matt and Tara's conversation on how Ransom was birthed and how they got on the same page. They discuss the process of figuring out what God was calling them to as a couple. They will tell stories of how their faith was built along the way. This is how it all began
2021-08-1838 min
Ransom ExperienceKhristian- RebootToday we bring you Kristian Gibbs Story again. I wanted you to hear Khristians story again. Since this taping Khristian has moved on to his career job and been at that job for over 8 months and been promoted multiple times. You will hear his story of a life of trying to chase the dollar and how it caused him to make bad choices. But since then he has done things the right way and it is paying off. We hope this will encourage you to stay focused on you goals.
2021-08-1119 min
Ransom ExperienceMary Paige- Finding your own wayToday is a special episode for Matt as he talks with his 16 year old Daughter. We discuss how it it is growing up in a family that is in ministry. Mary Paige will talk about the frustrations of seeing two different worlds and hearing stories of people that have and have not as a teenager. We hope you will enjoy her raw and real stories of her turmoil with her own walk with God and how she had to find her own way and the importance of letting her do that. You will love her openness.
2021-08-0420 min
Ransom ExperienceQuincy- Never stop CaringToday we bring you a story of victory, defeat, and love. We talk with Quincy about his time at Ransom and then we follow up with where he is now. We hope you will learn that people will not always make good choices but that does not excuse us from caring. I love Quincy and will always consider him a friend. Never give up and never stop caring for others. Even when they don't do what you think they should but also we must not become enablers by not wanting to say no or be honest. Enjoy todays episode and s...
2021-07-2824 minRansom ExperienceJohnnie- Helps to have a support systemToday we talk with Johnnie Rodgers. We met Johnnie through a partner of ours and I am so glad we did. I think you will enjoy our conversation with Johnnie about his life growing up in Grand Bay Alabama, Being in the navy and being married for over thirty years. Join me as we walk through his life and hear of his victories and his struggles. If you want to know more about Ransom ministries go to
2021-07-2128 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Reprogram- RelaunchToday we finish up our 4 episode series on our Ransom Reprogram Curriculum. In this stage we talk about relaunching into the workforce and stepping towards our goals. This class talks about work culture and also a biblical look at starting a job. We hope you have enjoyed this walk through Ransom Reprogram. All of us need to remember and keep learning what it takes to be a great employee and an even better person. For more information on Ransom Ministries visit
2021-07-1419 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Reprogram-RestoreThis is our 3rd episode that we are walking through the Ransom Reprogram Curriculum. This stage is what we tell our students is looking through the windshield and a place to start dreaming of what could be. Matt will walk you through the classes and the reasons for each part of the teachings. We hope you will enjoy this and if you want to find out more about Ransom Ministries go to
2021-07-0720 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Reprogram- RebuildLast week we talked about the repair stage of Ransom Reprogram. Today we will talk about the rebuilding stage. This is the stage that we learn about being the ideal employee, Goal Setting, Vision Boards, Vocational planning, Resume Writing and Mock Interviewing. Matt will go through the process of Rebuilding what crime and addiction has taken away. If you want to learn more about our programs go to
2021-06-3020 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom Reprogram- RepairThroughout the first 31 episodes our guests talked about the how Ransom Reprogram has affected them. We decided to take your through some of the classroom material that has had lasting effects on those that not only go through it but also teach it. Today we will go through the first 5 chapters and let you experience a little of that they do in these classes. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did putting it together. For more info go to:
2021-06-2325 minRansom ExperienceBrandy- Wanted by GodTodays episode is a real and raw story from Brandy. She is a participant in this Reprogram class and was part of last weeks episode "Story Day" We really felt her story needed to stand alone. We know it will open your eyes to how trauma can effect you for the rest of your live. For more information on Ransom Ministries check out all our social media accounts as well as
2021-06-1627 min
Ransom ExperienceToday is Story DayThis episode is going to be a little different. Each group that goes through Ransom Reprogram share their story with the class. This is to help them to speak in front of people but also understand we all have a story. This time Matt was sitting in the back of the room and realized if more people could hear these stories it would change the way they look at others. We know you will be blessed by these 4 stories of struggle and victory. For more information check out our website
2021-06-0937 min
Ransom ExperienceRichard- Waterfront MissionToday we talk with another partner organization. We will talk to Richard Fisher the Executive Director of Waterfront Mission. We will discuss our partnership, what the mission does and how coming together lets us offer more services for individuals. We are so excited to talk about how this partnership has made both our organizations better. We have learned that we dont have to re-invent the wheel to help others. To find out more go to www.ransomminstries.com
2021-06-0229 min
The Mobile Rundown ShowChoosing to be Homeless and Launching Ransom Ministries with Matt ArmbrusterRansom Ministries was founded in 2010 by Matt and Tara Armbruster after they attended a Bible study urging Christians to stop playing church and start living a life of true faith and dependence on God.The Armbrusters asked God to show them how they could use the gifts He had given them to bring glory to Him. God gave Matt the idea of a café where anyone could get a hot meal and pay whatever they could afford and Tara the word “ransom” with the scripture Matthew 20:28. When they began to dissect this verse, they discovered the Greek w...
2021-06-0144 min
Ransom ExperienceShannon- Partnership is a blessingToday we talk with Shannon Long a counselor and leader at our partner organization Home of Grace. Over the past episodes we have heard from clients of Home of Grace that have went through Ransom Reprogram. Today we talk with Shannon about her story as well as how the Collaboration between Ransom and Home of Grace and how it has made each of these programs have better success. You will enjoy this conversation and realize its ok to come together for the common good. For more information about the Home of Grace email us at
2021-05-2625 minRansom ExperienceKathryn- God of ReconciliationToday join us as we talk with Kathryn Kihyet. Kathryn went through Ransom Reprogram in 2018. She shares of a great childhood where she was loved and having a great support system. She shares a series of choices that led to a life of addiction, homelessness and jail time. We will then hear of Gods redeeming grace and reconciliation. Jesus has transformed Kathryn into a beautiful young women who is using the gifts He has given her to help others and bring Glory to Him. We know you will be blessed. For more information on Ransom Ministries go to
2021-05-1930 min
Ransom ExperienceDeroy- Seeds planted eventually growToday we get to learn about Deroy McDowell. Deroy shares growing up learning to work from those around him. He then tells of losing someone close to him and seeing his life take a turn. In and out of jail he finally decided he need to change his life. During the time we have been building a relationship with Deroy we have seen those seeds of work ethic planted by his uncle start to grow. We saw so much growth that we have added him to our Ransom Staff as the Staffing lead. We know you will be encouraged by...
2021-05-1221 min
Ransom ExperienceWhere are they now?Today we give you an update on those that we interviewed over the last 24 episodes. Our mission is to empower those we serve to utilize their God given gifts and talents in their career Community. Doing this episode really encouraged us to keep moving on and We hope it encourages you as well. I did want to update you on James since recording this he reached out to us and he is back on the road to recovering from his set back GOD IS SO GOOD!! Please share this with your circle of influence. visit www.ransomministries.com to find ou...
2021-05-0531 min
Ransom ExperienceKaleb- Prison, Probation, Prison againJoin me as i talk with Kaleb on the day of his graduation. He shares about a life of crime, Jail and bad choices. You will hear him tell of how things go so much better when you make good choices. We are excited for you to meet Kaleb and hear his story.
2021-04-2820 min
Ransom ExperienceChrisshun- Don't be afraid of being differentToday we spend some time getting to know Chrisshun Bullard. When you meet him you cant help but smile. His big personality lights up a room. Chrisshun will share his story with our listeners and you will see that even through adversity you can move forward. He shares about bad choices trying to fit in and chasing the dollar. You will here from a talented guy that has the potential to change the world.
2021-04-2120 min
Ransom ExperienceJay- Really God?WOW!! This is one of the most real and raw interviews we have done. You will meet Jay Sweningson as he tells us bout being asked at age 5 1/2 to decide if he wanted his mom to give him or his sister up to go to foster care. The next day he was in a foster home a life of abuse and fear. Jay shares of so many ups and downs in his life and coming to a point in his life when he asked Really God? Many have asked that question and many have become bitter. But Jay uses it eve...
2021-04-1439 min
Ransom ExperienceEthan- Forgiveness is the keyWe talk with Ethan his 19 years of growing up with no real role model and having to grow up faster than anyone should. Ethan shares his story of a life of turmoil and confusion. He will us how forgiveness can help you heal and move forward in your life. Ethan has every reason to not succeed based on how he was raised but he has decided he cant use that as an excuse. Ransom has played a role in his understanding that these things are what happened to him not who he is. We think you will learn to love h...
2021-04-0739 min
The Do Good Project22. A Safe Haven for WomenFleeing an abusive relationship, navigating life after unexpected loss of income, transitioning between jobs...there are many reasons why an unaccompanied woman may be undergoing homelessness. Many of us could find ourselves in a similar position one day, and it’s encouraging to know that there are places to turn for help.
McKemie Place is the only emergency overnight shelter for unaccompanied women in Southwest Alabama. The shelter currently provides a place for up to 50 women to temporarily stay. They provide three meals a day for their guests, and also put residents on a 90 day action plan. Whi...
2021-04-0646 min
Ransom ExperienceDylan- Choices change our directionToday we bring you our 20th episode where we talk Dylan Stutts about his life growing up through divorce, high school, choices, change and learning basic life skills. Dylan will tell us the choice that changed his direction in life and how his choices led to him being in Ransom Reprogram. We will hear of how not having a dad really in the picture to show him how to love and do the right thing affected his direction in life. Dylan is a amazing young man who has goals now and also has the ability to reach those goals .
2021-03-3116 minThe Do Good Project21. Reprogramming People and Restoring FuturesMatt Armbruster talks us through his journey of following God’s calling on his life. From going homeless on purpose, to the importance of setting boundaries, to Matt’s thoughts on why being intentional with your inner circle is so important; our discussion with him is honest and real.
We dive into how his mission has transformed from: “pay what you can” cafes, to mobile showers and laundry for people experiencing homelessness, and to what it is now. Today, Ransom Ministries is a Christian based job readiness and life skills training course that helps participants move out of depende...
2021-03-3056 min
Ransom ExperienceLynn- EVERYONE has a story!We have a conversation with Lynn Oldshue from Our Southern Souls and The Southern Rambler. Lynn will discuss with us how she started going around talking to strangers and listening to their story. We will also talk about how Lynn felt led to tell the story from start to finish of our Recycling/Reprogram participants. She has built a relationship with each of the guys and seen the transformation in a short time period. We know you will enjoy hearing about how she has been changed by just listening to others tell their story.
2021-03-2428 min
Ransom ExperienceBrian- Even when life beats us down He has a planToday we get to hear from Brian Farmer. We had met many years ago. Brian shares about a childhood of abuse, drifting around family to family, deaths of those close to him, dealing drugs, drug abuse and a terrible car accident where he had to learn to walk again. God directed Him to Ransom Ministries through volunteering with Ransom Cafe. Nine years later he shows up for an interview for our Recycling program. He will share where he is now and how God directed him back to Ransom and how that has changed his life and put him on a pa...
2021-03-1732 min
Ransom ExperienceRob- Staying true to your calling through hurt and bitternessWe talk with a great friend of ours Rob South as he shares about growing up with a single mother and learning how to be a man of God through trials. We talk about our perception of how God see us and how we see ourselves. You will learn of taking hurt from others and letting us grow in our walk with God. You will laugh with us as we discuss the funny part of this crazy world and walking a life that glorifies God. I know you will see why he is our friend and fellow laborer of the...
2021-03-1030 min
Ransom ExperienceJessica- When you are a people pleaserIn this episode we talk with Jessica about growing up in a life that did not resemble a Disney movie. Jessica shares about her life of people pleasing that lead to a toxic relationships and drug addiction. You will hear how coming to faith changed the way she looked at herself and others. She then shares how her Ransom Experience has showed her how to use the gifts God has given her to be a great employee.
2021-03-0322 min
Ransom ExperienceCameron- Becoming a Man of GodToday we talk with an awesome young man named Cameron Green. Cameron attended our Summer Mission Camps and later came back to help lead them and to volunteer with Ransom. He shares his journey with foster care and God placing Him and his siblings in Winshape Homes, a foster system funded by Chick-fil-A and the Chick-fil-A Foundation. Cameron shares how much growing up with a loving family and friends affects a young persons life. We know you will be encouraged by his story!
2021-02-2421 min
Ransom ExperienceGina- No can be the hardest but most loving thing you can say.We are excited for you to hear our conversation with Gina today. Gina shares her story of a great childhood and growing up on a farm in Fairhope Alabama. Gina shares about having her son and having a long distant marriage. Her life then takes a turn with a divorce and a toxic relationship. Join us as we unpack what caused her to go into a life of addiction and bad choices and eventually going into rehab and now living her best life.
2021-02-1725 min
Ransom ExperienceRobyn- Isolation is DangerousWe talk to Robyn about life growing up then a college student and a Body Builder. She talks of being a person who did everything all out whether that be working out, School, Drinking or Drugging. Her story is a story of perseverance, determination and victory. You will hear of the moment she realized she needed Jesus to overcome these things in her life. We know you will enjoy meeting Robin.
2021-02-1021 min
Ransom ExperienceAbbey- Serve Him like a childI get the honor of interviewing my 19 year old daughter about life growing up serving others in the context of a nonprofit ministry. We will talk about here perspective as a child, teenager and now a young adult. I think you will see the amazing young woman she has become and as well as her bold honesty.
2021-02-0317 min
Ransom ExperienceMatt and Tara- Just do it!Today Tara and I talk about starting a nonprofit. We discuss the ups, downs, frustrations and victories. We explore the other emotions of balancing a marriage, kids and ministry. Sharing stories of how God moved us along in this journey sometimes kicking and screaming.
2021-01-2738 min
Ransom ExperienceMarquis- Change starts with youToday we talk with Marquis. Over the last few months working with Marquis I have learned so much about Racial issues, prison system, injustice and that if we just listen to each other it can bring us closer together. Marquis shares about his life in prison and how it almost broke him and his goals for the future. You will hear a young man that has so much ahead of him and how he has overcome anger, bitterness and trust. Marquis has become a great friend who has helped me see that communication is the key to overcoming false beliefs...
2021-01-2023 min
Ransom ExperienceJocey-A Crooked Path Made StraightToday we talk with Jocey! She shares her amazing story of overcoming a family dynamic of verbal abuse, alcoholism, shame, and hurt. We hers of how building her relationship with the Lord helped see what true love was. She will share of a history from a young age of bad choices and searching in the wrong places to fill the void she was feeling. We are honored to bring you her story and give hope to those going through this same thing. We hope you will see that there is hope even when it seems like there is none.
2021-01-1323 min
Ransom ExperienceClifford: Living by exampleThis episode we talk to local Business man and Ransom Volunteer Clifford Waite about his journey walking with Jesus. Keeping focused on the tasks at hand and Living by example to those around him from an early age. Growing up in a middle upper class family and realizing His purpose was to serve others and all that that means.
2021-01-0623 min
Ransom ExperienceBlake- Serving to find your purpose.Join us as we talk to Blake Martin a Mobile Native and a volunteer of Ransom Ministries as well as a board member. You will hear of his journey from growing up in a supportive family who really never wanted for much to becoming a foster parent and serving those most of us forget. Taking on the burdens of these kids and parents knowing his calling to serve others was a very important calling. You will here him talk about the time he remembers it starting to click and understand that many people do not grow up in the best...
2020-12-3025 min
Ransom ExperienceLyndsey- Back to the BasicsToday we hear from Lyndsey as she shares about using ministry to cover up the trauma of abuse eventually turning to addiction to cope with these hurts. She then shares about how God took her back to the basics and relearned what it means to be a follower of Christ. We know you will be encouraged by her story. Thanks so much for listening. To learn more about Ransom Ministries and the work that they do Go to
2020-12-2324 min
Ransom ExperienceJames- Your past does not define you!Join us as we talk to James and he shares about his life of bad choices controlled by Alcohol. Then His transformation and realization that he could do life sober and become driven towards the goals he sets and live a life that Glorifies God . He will be an inspiration to many who struggle to believe in themselves and put their past behind them. Join us as we take this journey over the next 20 min.
2020-12-1621 min
Ransom ExperienceJohn Pack- Crab's in a BucketJohn Pack is one of the most driven people We have ever met. He is a motivator and a goal setter. We hope you enjoy hearing from John about Being in the coast Guard, Airline pilot, Servant, Teacher, Husband and dad. We think you will see the importance of using your gifts in service to others as well as living out your purpose
2020-12-0921 min
Ransom ExperienceSickness is not always a bad thingToday we will talk with Bill Robinson a longtime volunteer and servant of Ransom Ministries. Bill will talk about how becoming sick redirected his life and made him realize what was important. Bill is a humble loving person who wants to glorify the Lord through his life. We know you will enjoy our conversation with Bill and our hope is you will receive a desire to seek the Lord for your purpose. We all have things in our lives that redirect us we can use them to help us or make us bitter it is our choice.
2020-12-0219 min
Ransom ExperienceLearning to live again!!On this episode of the Ransom Experience, we talk with Julie. Julie shares with us how addiction affected her relationships. We will also hear about the importance of parental stability, and how addiction can plant seeds early on in childhood. We also learn to understand what it is like to learn to live again. Julie's is a story of strength, perseverance, and hope. We hope you enjoy it!
2020-11-2525 min
Ransom ExperienceWisdom through TrialsIn this episode we talk with Khristian a 21 year old that has wisdom beyond his years. We will talk of what trying to take short cuts to success does to ones life. We will discuss fast money, dishonesty, impatience and the affects of wrong decisions. Over the last few months Kristian has changed his direction, Attitude and Goals. He has grown into a leader and a vital team member of Ransom Ministries and Ransom Recycling. You will hear what the Ransom Experience has meant to him and to those around him. We hope you will continue to pray for Khristian a...
2020-11-1819 min
Ransom ExperienceRansom ExperienceHey everyone I want to tell you about a new upcoming Podcast called “The Ransom Experience”. This podcast brought to you by Ransom Ministries t is ABOUT SOME of the most amazing people that we have met over the years. Ten years ago when Ransom started we never realized how many heroes we would meet in this time period that would change our lives and the way we look at others. We will bring you new stories each week to inspire you to step out of the boat and experience the life you were intended to experience. So you might be won...
2020-11-1602 min