Ordinary People Extraordinary Things
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Episodes
87 episodes
86. Thriving not Surviving with Kay Jenner
Join us in celebrating the three-year anniversary of "Ordinary People Extraordinary Things" as we welcome back our very first guest, Kay. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience as she shares her evolution from enduring a painful divorc...
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Season 6
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Episode 86
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37:33
85. The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Mike Waid's Journey from Citizen to Community Leader
Have you ever wondered how small acts of kindness can ripple out to create significant change? Join me for a thoughtful conversation with Mike, the former mayor of Parker, as he shares his transformative journey from an average citizen to a com...
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Season 6
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Episode 85
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1:03:01
84. Forgiveness & Purpose in a Jail Cell with Curtis Fry
What happens when a devout faith is tested by the appeal of nightlife and poor choices? Curtis, our guest on this episode of Ordinary People Extraordinary Things, knows the answer all too well. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in ministry, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 84
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36:59
83. Struggling to see God as Father due to Earthly Dads with Neil Matthews
Ever struggled to trust God due to negative experiences with earthly fathers? Join us on this episode of "Ordinary People Extraordinary Things" as we sit down with Neil, our passionate guest and a proud Tar Heel, who shares his transformative j...
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Season 6
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Episode 83
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32:19
82. Carrie Gutierrez Finds Joy and Community with MS
After a season of relentless migraines and unsettling numbness, Carrie discovered she had multiple sclerosis (MS). With raw honesty, Carrie talks about her fears and confusion, especially as a single mom with heavy responsibilities, and how she...
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Season 6
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Episode 82
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26:37
81. From Trauma to Triumph: Charles Wagner's Journey of Faith and Healing
What if you felt unworthy of love despite a steadfast belief in faith? Charles takes us on an emotional journey through his early life experiences, revealing how witnessing domestic violence and grappling with gender identity deeply impacted hi...
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Season 6
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Episode 81
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33:19
80. Introverts in Faith & Parenting in the Digital Age with Gina Nickel
Can introverts make an impact in faith outreach? You bet they can! We'll challenge the common misconception that only extroverts can be effective evangelists. Through compelling examples from the Bible, like Moses and Jacob, and personal anecdo...
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Season 6
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Episode 80
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37:17
79. Embracing Challenges: Faith, Adversity, and Spiritual Growth
Ever noticed how society often equates an easy life with success, while faith teaches us to embrace life's challenges? We shine a light on the paradox of the American dream's promise of comfort versus the gospel's call to embrace our crosses. R...
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Season 5
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Episode 79
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3:10
78. Share the Gospel Over Gossip: Transforming Our Conversations
Do we gossip more than we share the gospel? Join me on a reflective journey as we confront the stark reality of our words. Are we known for uplifting others, or do our conversations often tear down those around us? This episode encourages deep ...
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Season 5
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Episode 78
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4:22
77. Identifying and Dismantling Modern-Day Idols
What if we could identify and dismantle the modern-day "high places" that hold us back from living balanced, meaningful lives? This episode takes a unique turn as we pause our usual guest interviews to reflect on a recurring theme from 2 Kings ...
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Season 5
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Episode 77
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3:19
76. "An amazing story of God's Faithfulness, Goodness, & Care" with Amber Hayes
“When the world gives you no hope whatsoever in a situation you have 2 options: you can completely turn away from God. Or you can say, The world gives me no hope, so I’m going to hang on to the one thing that will.” ~Amber Hayes
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Season 5
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Episode 76
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40:50
75. Faith, Community, and the Power of Personal Stories with Gabriela Gonzalez
Have you ever wondered how personal narratives shape our connections and build resilient communities? In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Gabriela, a scrappy and empathetic attorney whose journey of faith and determination will leav...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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37:40
74. Grace not Shame with Lincoln Male
Have you ever stood at the crossroads of fear and faith, feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Our brave guest, Lincoln, guides us through these very intersections as he shares his stirring tale of early fatherhood, profound loss, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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52:09
73. Bridging Worlds with Compassion and Service with Ann Wenck
Have you ever sat down for a lunch that altered the trajectory of your life? Our guest Ann would answer with a resounding "yes," as she shares the unfolding of her remarkable journey from a simple meal to dedicating herself to the service of Ha...
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Season 5
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Episode 73
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35:50
72. Heartfelt Stories of Kindness and the Impact of Hospitality with Nora Derrick
This episode is a call to action—a reminder to look beyond ourselves and our immediate circles, to extend kindness to strangers, and to recognize the humanity in everyone we meet. It is a prompt to practice compassion and to understand that, in...
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Season 5
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Episode 72
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38:21
71. Laura Husband with an intimate story of the Columbia space shuttle
In a profoundly moving episode of the podcast "Ordinary People Extraordinary Things," we meet Laura Husband, whose life was irreversibly changed by the Columbia space shuttle disaster. Laura's narrative provides a candid and intimate examinatio...
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Season 5
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Episode 71
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34:28
70. From Shame to Encouraging Others with Nancy Stevenson
Nancy's story starts with her parents' tumultuous past, carrying a weight of generational pain, which she has learned to transmute into a source of strength and empathy. Her early years were marred by loss and the struggle to fit in, which led ...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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39:00
69. Fighting for Healthy Relationships with Dawna Hetzler
Dawna Hetzler brings her unique blend of real estate savvy and ministry zeal to our latest heart-to-heart, delving into her inspiring tale and the wisdom nestled in the pages of her book "Free to Receive." Each chapter of our conversation unrav...
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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49:30
68. ?Questioning Faith - Is it Real? with Cartier Cole
-Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads between the familiar faith of your upbringing and the uncharted waters of your personal beliefs? As a pastor's daughter, Cartier grew up in church. Her story is a testament to the courage it takes t...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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28:37
67. Defying Odds in Life and Health: A Tale of Miracles & Hope with Kelly Asbell
When life throws an insurmountable challenge in your path, how do you respond? Kelly, our extraordinary guest, is a beacon of resilience, sharing her journey through cystic fibrosis and motherhood all while under the ticking clock of a...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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36:49
66. Awakening to Faith A Personal Tale of Discovery with Lauren Friedauer
Navigating the complexities of faith and identity can be a solitary journey, but Lauren's story is a testament to the transformative power of community and personal conviction. As our guest on Ordinary People Extraordinary Things, she opens up ...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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52:20
65. Lessons learned in Hospice with Joe Burns
I have been wanting to do this topic for years & here it is! We tackle some hard, good questions in this episode…❓Why are people afraid of death?❓What lessons have you learned from being a hospice chaplain?❓Why...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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51:57
64. Football & Faith with Teen Jocelyn Huntsman
Jocelyn is in high school & plays Women’s semi-pro Tackle Football for Mile High BlazeWe talk playing semi-pro football:🏈“I try to use sports to lead other people to faith.”🏈“I don’t know where you are i...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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23:56
63. The fentanyl epidemic with Dawn Danner
Honestly when I was introduced to Dawn & what she would share on the podcast I thought, YUCK - I don’t want to talk about this! This doesn’t apply to me. Can’t we talk about anything else that’s not so hard & dark? B...
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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36:40
62. From missionaries in Uganda to missionaries on Colfax with Kayla Horne
▶️ "Instead of a handout, it’s an empowerment model."▶️ "We can’t change hearts - knowing what God has called us to and trusting Him in that. We go back over to the scripture that talks about: 'we can plant the seeds, we can wat...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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31:30