106. Lauren Talley

This super fun chat with gospel singer Lauren Talley, is nothing more (or less) than a down-to-earth conversation with an endearing personality. This singing communicator and influencer has a whole lot more going on than just her music, recordings or stage life. Lauren's winsome wit and connecting ways are a mere reflection of the life she leads, as well as the talent she possesses.  "My job as a communicator is to give people the truth of the Gospel," Lauren says. "I want people to know that Jesus is everything - He's the Answer the world is searching for, He's the solution to all problems and He's the only One in whom we have real hope. He called me to give people His message when I was 12 years old, and fulfilling that call is all I've ever really wanted." Born into a rich musical heritage, Lauren sang her first solo at age 2 when she toddled onto the stage, interrupted her family's concert and announced she wanted to "thing." Lauren went on to make her own mark on the gospel music world as a member of her family group, The Talleys, with whom she received numerous awards, including a 2015 Dove Award for their song, "Hidden Heroes." Lauren's lead vocals shine on eleven number one hits for the group. www.laurentalley.com www.sueduffield.com