24. Kim Spence-Mullen | Connecting in a Community

When walking through the seasons of life, community brings a feeling of fellowship. Kim and I talked about how community provides a pathway for relationships that can last a lifetime.  Kim's remarkable journey in the world of radio and writing is even more extraordinary considering her beginnings. Born with a cleft palate, speaking professionally was an achievement few could have imagined for her, yet she defied the odds to become a prominent voice in radio and a mentor in storytelling. She began her trailblazing career in 1987 with The Road Show on Oasis Network Radio, a pioneering feat in an era when few women-led talk radio shows.  Transitioning into ghostwriting, Kim established “Your Story Speaks, LLC,” providing book coaching and collaborative writing services. Her repertoire includes ghostwritten books, journals, Bible app lessons, curriculum, and newsletters. Your Story Speaks also encompasses Podcast Coaching & Hosting, leveraging Kim's vast experience from over 5,000 interview shows. She collaborates with businesses and nonprofits to craft impactful stories, connecting them with donors and partners. As the President and Founder of Tulsa Women’s Fellowship, Kim has built a community dedicated to empowering women in leadership across various sectors. Their Return the Love project has donated over $17,000 to nonprofits. Kim is also a speaker and mentor. A key mission for Kim is her partnership with the 94X Movement, led by Regent Bank CEO & Chairman Sean Kouplen. This initiative focuses on integrating God into the workplace. Kim plays a vital role in this movement, contributing through writing and podcasting and helping extend its global reach. Residing in Green Country, Oklahoma, with her son Spencer, Kim's love for music and literature has remained constant, and her passion for animals, great and small, began as a child. Her journey from a child with a cleft palate to a professional speaker and writer is a testament to God’s goodness. Kim’s life scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6 (Message Translation) “Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do; everywhere you go. He’s the one who will keep you on track.”