Episodes

Nov. 7, 2022

Episode 41: Raising Other People's Children with Debbie Ausburn

Debbie Ausburn is a social worker turned lawyer who has worked with youth- serving organizations for more than 40 years. Starting in her teens, she has served as a camp counselor, juvenile court probation officer, group hom…
Oct. 22, 2022

Episode 40: Embracing Abundant Life with Dr. Avis Sparks

Dr. Avis Sparks is a Christian writer and founder of A Spark Ministries, LLC, a ministry that provides encouraging, educational, and inspiring material for Christian believers. In addition, she hosts the podcast Embracing Ab…
Oct. 15, 2022

Episode 39: Finding Hope to Overcome with Dr. Mel

Mel Tavares has a unique background that makes her relatable to people from all walks of life. Often when women mention a challenge, crisis, or trauma they’ve experienced, Mel is able to relate and minister because she has …
Sept. 30, 2022

Episode 38: Snark and Sensibility with Linda Wood Rondeau

Award-winning author, Linda Wood Rondeau writes stories that grip the heart, inspired by her nearly thirty years of social work. When not writing or speaking, she enjoys the occasional round of golf, visiting museums, and ta…
Sept. 12, 2022

Episode 37: A Single Christian's Journey with Miracle Sims

Wife and Mother of One, Miracle Sims is a versatile talent! Since she received her Associate's Degree in theatre at Gordon College in 2006 she has been acting, writing, singing, and songwriting independently. She is currentl…
Aug. 27, 2022

Episode 36: Forever Hope with Donna Rudd Balsavich

Donna Rudd Balsavich is the author of the book entitled Forever Hope. She is also a photographer, entrepreneur and Life Coach. Water at the Well Biblical Life Coaching www.words-by-design.com Photos by Design www.dbpbd.com S…
Aug. 11, 2022

Episode 35: Gifts with Grace with Nita Wilkinson

Nita Wilkinson is a self-proclaimed joyologist with a writing and speaking ministry that encourages women to pursue joy and freedom with the number 1 tool in our toolbox of life, the Bible. You can find out more about Nita a…
July 22, 2022

Episode 34: Kingdom Diversity with Rachel Hunka

Rachel is a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary with a masters in Global Leadership. She is a writer and content developer for Propel Women, Bloom: Women in Church Planting, and the Tribe Collective. She is also the Foun…
July 6, 2022

Episode 33: The Fruit of Forgiveness with Karin Thompson

As an upcoming author, Karin has a passion for writing more books that will keep people turning the pages and give them something a little deeper to think about long after the last page has been read. Her desire is to encour…
June 22, 2022

Episode 32: We're Not Done Yet with Susan K. Macias

Susan Macias is wife to one, mother to seven, grandma to ten, and most importantly daughter of the One True King. She writes and speaks to build strength and courage in women to faithfully follow Jesus, serve their families,…
June 2, 2022

Episode 31: Embracing Transition with Jiselle Alleyne-Clement

Jiselle Alleyne-Clement is a professional of many hats. She is an Academic Librarian, Educator and Researcher. She received her MLIS in Library Science from Dalhousie University, Canada. She also holds an MA in Leadership St…
May 16, 2022

Episode 30: Devotions During a Crisis with Sarah Nelson

Sarah, and her husband, Mark, live in Waco with their three children. Sarah is a Contributing Writer and Influencer for Waco Moms, https://thewacomoms.com/ an online parenting publication which is a part of the national netw…
May 5, 2022

Episode 29: Graced Health with Amy Connell

Amy Connell is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and imperfect eater. She founded Graced Health in 2016 to equip women with simple and grace-filled ways to take care of and appreciate their God-created bod…
April 18, 2022

Episode 28: Live with Eternal Perspective with Terri Hitt

Since she started motherhood at 18 years old, Terri was once the youngest mother in any group. Now, she is now raising her second set of children with her husband of 43 years. Because her position has shifted to being the ol…
April 3, 2022

Episode 27: She Rises with Susan Vandenheuvel

Susan is a speaker, mentor, five-time author, and pastor who has filled various roles within her church and community, including the federal and state prison settings. She is also the creator and founder of She Rises MN and …
March 17, 2022

Episode 26: Identifying, Overcoming and Healing from Toxic Relationships with Katina Horton

Katina Horton is an inspirational, impactful, powerful, and passionate speaker when it comes to the topic of healing. Her mixture of humility, faith, resiliency, perseverance, and grace will pull you in, and then challenge y…
March 2, 2022

Episode 25: Living a Life in Perspective with Stephanie Feger

Throughout her life, Stephanie Feger been in the business of empowering people. She’s empowered her teams to collective success. She’s empowered individuals, groups and organizations to embrace perspective as a tool for deep…
Feb. 15, 2022

Episode 24: Hope for Anxiety and OCD with Carrie Bock

Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP of By The Well Counseling is a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping clients with anxiety and OCD overcome wounding childhood experiences via online counseling across Tenn…
Feb. 2, 2022

Episode 23: Kingdom Connections with Blanch'e Dianah Male and Jennifer Elwood

Blanch’e Dianah Male Dianah Male is married to Elijah, a partnership facilitator for Compassion International, and they have four gorgeous children. She loves cooking, music, adventure, and shopping. Her passion for the Lord…
Jan. 15, 2022

Episode 22: Unstick Your Mind with Mimika Cooney

Mimika Cooney is the world's leading faith-based Mindset coach. She empowers leaders to unstick their minds and heal their soul from the mental mess, so they can unlock explosive growth in their life and business. Discover h…
Jan. 1, 2022

Episode 21: Do a New Thing with Christa Hutchins

Christa Hutchins equips busy Christian communicators and leaders with project management and problem solving skills so they can turn their big ideas into a successful ministry or business. She is passionate about teaching wo…
Dec. 19, 2021

Episode 20: You Can Make It with Dr. Leticia Starks-Underwood

Leticia Starks-Underwood is an educator, mentor, student, author, publisher, and podcaster. She holds a B.A. in Biblical Literature from Taylor University Upland, a Master’s and Doctorate in Christian Education from Cornerst…
Dec. 2, 2021

Episode 19: Operation Thriving Marriage with Jennifer M. Harvey, Esq.

Jennifer M. Harvey is the founder and managing partner of Harvey Legal Group, PLLC. She serves on the Probate and Estate Planning Advisory Board and is also faculty for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) in A…
Nov. 15, 2021

Episode 18: Gentle Parenting with Meaghan Jackson

What is gentle parenting, is it effective and how do I begin to implement it TODAY? In this episode of the Circle 31 Podcast, Gentle Parenting Coach Meaghan Jackson from Ontario, Canada, provides us with practical tools to b…