Friends of a Feather
by Wren Robbins
I pray that this is the place where you be encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Every time you download an episode I want for you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you've tuned in or if you've been joining in for a while, you are welcome here, friend!
Episodes
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ep. 212: The Farewell-For-Now episode
SIX years. Six years of God stories being shared every Friday. Six years of encouragement, spurring us on in our Faith walks, and leading us in closer fellowship with Jesus. I am honored to have journeyed this with you, my friend. These 212 episodes will still live on, so feel free to go back and...
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ep. 211: Living Life With a Scripture-Filled Heart with Dr. Brian Dixon
In college, Brian Dixon started out heading down the "music-and-theatre" road, until a life-changing car accident redirected him. After being told he may never have kids (he now has 3) and not walking again (he's completed numerous marathons and a number of triathlons), he views his life as a...
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ep. 210: Protecting Your Children Online with Tracy Foster
I know we can all agree that we all want to fight to help our kids have a happy, healthy life. And, part of that is teaching them to be healthy in their screen time. Listen as I chat with Tracy Foster, one of the co-founders of S.T.A.R.T. (Stand Together and Rethink Technology). Practical tools…
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ep. 209: When You Get a Wake Up Call with Carmen James
Busy raising three children, working hard to open her own brinks-and-mortar business in her hometown, managing her third marriage, totally burning the candle at both ends… Complete chaos! Can you relate to any of this? My guest today, Carmen James, was so busy working hard at trying to achieve...
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ep. 208: Surrendering Our Will to Know "Why?" with Angie Luce
In today's episode, I hope you will be touched and ministered by the conversation I had with my childhood friend, Angie. She and Nathan have been married for 20 years, and are parents to Mariana (16), Adrian (13), and Graham (11). She works in Women's Ministry at Faith Baptist Church in Memphis,...
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ep. 207: How to Flourish in Between the Complicated & Hard with Melinda Patrick
In 2007, Melinda Patrick found herself going through a divorce that she didn't want. Thinking she had done #allthethings a good, Christian wife was "supposed" to do, she realized that this was an example of mankind's free will being exercised. The day after her family (they had a 13 yr-old and...
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ep. 206: Creating Space for Others with Charlotte Easley
Charlotte Easley is a life coach with a background in clinical counseling work, specializing in trauma. She works with women to help them understand that their worth doesn't come from what they do, but rather, who they are. When she was 56 years old, her youngest child went off to military…
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Ep. 205: Finding God in the Ordinary with Sharon Tedford
We're not "real life" friends yet, but Sharon Tedford and I have been connected, via Instagram, for a while now. Artist, painter, worship leader, singer, mom, and now also a podcast host…this is gonna be a wide-ranging episode! Sharon was born in the south, too - southern England (Weymouth, in...
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ep. 204: How to Navigate Friendship in a Post-Pandemic World with Bailey T. Hurley
I caught up again with Bailey Hurley recently to talk about friendship. But we talked a LOT about a whole bunch of other things, too. It was fun catching up with her. Since she was last on the show, in episode 69, much has changed, both in her life and the world around us. Because her upcoming…
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ep. 203: Purpose in the Pain with Kate Elmore
When Kate Elmore turned 27, she had a baby. Five months after giving birth, she discovered she had thyroid cancer. And went through surgery. And radiation. And isolation. And more. Her faith is what carried her through. It was the light in a bad day, the peace that God gave her, the strength she...
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ep. 202: Food, Faith, and Grace with Brandice Lardner
My friend and past coaching client Brandice Lardner is the host on The Grace-Filled Plate, where, as she describes it, she: helps Christian women ditch the diet mentality and find food freedom through their faith. It's the place for real, honest talk about eating, weight loss, and body image all...
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ep. 201: Treating Money God's Way with Katie Jones
Before she got married, Katie Jones became immersed in the FIRE movement (Financial Independence Retire Early). An early goal of hers was to retire by the age of 40. But over time, she began to question the concept of passive income and her approach to both money and work. She began to ask "What...
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ep. 200: You Have A Voice: with Wren Celebrating the 200th Episode
In order to celebrate the 200th episode of Friends of a Feather podcast, Monique Scrip interviewed ME. Whaaaa…?? Although I was on "the other side of the mic," so to speak, Monique is a wonderful host and interviewer, and the episode was so much fun for both of us. Below are the topics you won't...
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ep. 199: How to Move Forward When Your Child Has ADHD with Abby Turner
When Abby Turner's oldest child was in 4th grade, his teachers suggested they screen him for ADHD. In the middle of doing the assessment, they realized that their 2-yr-old daughter actually scored higher on the scale. Thus, their adventure began. Abby talks about the unique specifics regarding...
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ep: 198: Christmas Gift Giving Guide: Top 10 with Wren
Years ago I started sharing with you my top 10 gift-giving guides to kick off your Christmas shopping. These are 12 small, Christian-based businesses that I support and have personally purchased from. So, without further ado, it is once again a privilege to share this year's picks - get started...
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ep. 197: How to Combat Life's Chaos by Establishing Morning Rhythms with Leslie Glass
Five years ago today's guest, Leslie Glass, found herself in a life situation that can best be described as chaotic. Her family moved away far enough to disconnect them from the life they knew, losing the support and closeness to friends and their church fmaily. She left her job of 15 years to...
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Ep. 196: Experiencing HOPE after the Loss of an Adult Child with Teresa Davis
Find Full Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/196
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ep: 195: Reclaiming Your Life After Abuse with LaToya Edwards
Christian life coach and business owner, Latoya Edwards, is a busy single mom with 4 children, but she managed to carve out some time to talk with me recently. Make sure you get comfy and ya' might want to grab a notebook and pen, while you're at it. With all that she has on her plate, LaToya…
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ep. 194: Growing Slow & Symptoms of Hurry Sickness with Jennifer Dukes Lee
"Growing Slow" is not only the name of author Jennifer Dukes Lee's latest book but the topic of today's conversation. Living on a farm in rural Iowa, Jennifer and her husband loved the idea of leaving their fast-paced jobs to raise a family and run a farm. Far from the hustle and bustle they both...
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ep. 193: Healing After Divorce with Alison Simons
Alison is a wife, mom, Bible Teacher, and podcaster sharing how to study the Bible through funny Instagram reels, courses, and podcast episodes. Alison walked through a very difficult time a few years ago when her ex-husband wanted a divorce. Alison found the grace of God and the comfort that…
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ep. 192: Obedience to the Lord-Struggling to Pray-Getting off of Instagram-Prayer is our Life Source with Val Woerner
Do you struggle with seeking the Lord in prayer? Do you ever get to a point where you think "I'm not going to do this well, so why even try?" If so, you're not the only one! The perfectionist in us sometimes keeps us from going to God in prayer, and then we tend to feel guilty about that. Listen,...
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ep. 191: The Faithfulness of God in Challenging Circumstances; Gratitude Changes Everything with Ginny Owens
Ginny Owens has spent the last two decades as a singer/songwriter, author, teacher, and advocate. Her unique musical style and inspirational lyrics have taken her to many diverse venues, including the White House, the Sundance Film Festival, Lilith Fair, and the National Day of Prayer in...
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ep. 190: Our Transracial, Adopted, Special Needs Family Adventures with Michael & Christy Pritchard
Recently I had the honor (and fun!) of interviewing Michael and Christy Pritchard, who have a weekly podcast called Diapers to Diplomas. They share the adventures of their transracial, adopted, special needs family to share hope for your own parenting journey and help you to lead your family…
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ep. 189: Life Balance and Being the Woman God Created You to Be with Christy Wright
In a recent conversation with Christy Wright, author, personal growth expert, and founder of "Business Boutique" she shared encouragement to help you build your confidence, grow your faith, and become the person God wants you to be. We walk around with this heavy belief, the lie that we're not...
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ep. 188: Hope After Trust Has Been Broken with Your Spouse with Lisa Valencia at Unrelenting Pursuit
Brad & Lisa Valencia are the couple behind the Unrelenting Pursuit Podcast where they desire to see all marriages in an unrelenting pursuit of love, joy, and forgiveness. They share openly and honestly about their story of infidelity and the long road to redemption. Their honesty can offer a…
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ep. 187: You are Not Alone-Fighting Words-How to Have Victory Over Our Thoughts-What Canyons Taught Her About God with Ellie Holcomb
Ellie Holcomb is a delightful woman sharing about her struggles but her HOPE in God! Don't miss this short but super sweet episode!!! To visit the entire Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/187
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ep: 185: How to Plan Efficiently & Effectively with Sarah Light
Sarah Light lives in Ohio, is married to her husband who works for Young Life, she's a homeschool mom and runs a paper planner company, Sol Planners! Find FULL Show Notes including her free planning work sheet AND her Creamy Jalapeño salad dressing recipe HERE
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ep. 186: How To Series Recap: The Summer of Practical!
Thank YOU for joining me for this AMAZING series!! I created a short 17 minute RECAP of the entire Summer Podcast Series of How To's, so you can hear about each of the episodes! Been on vacation and didn't catch all the episodes? Then, this episode is for YOU! Listen in and see which episode...
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ep. 184: How to Live Healthy with Melanie Redd (Hear Health Tips & a recipe!)
Melanie Redd is an inspirational writer, speaker, and health coach. Melanie is a dear friend of mine and I can't wait for you to hear her health tips!! For complete show notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/184
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ep. 183: How to Use Your God-Given Gifts with Christa Hutchins
For the past six years, Christa Hutchins has had the honor of volunteering for Proverbs 31 Ministries Online Bible Studies. She serves on the Executive Team for Online Bible Studies as the Coordinator of Reality. After a period of explosive growth in the ministry, she participated in a strategic...
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ep. 182: How To Be Productive while Integrating Rest with Alicia Byers
Alicia Byers is an expert in efficiency, systems and structure. A goal junkie by heart, she's for the person with the big dreams. She teaches people how to leverage their strengths to maximize their time, talent and money. Alicia shares specific things we as moms can do to get things done this...
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ep. 181: How to Tame the Paper Clutter with Organizer Jennifer Booth
Jennifer Booth is a professional organizer, encourager, and consultant. Her mission is to help overwhelmed women discover real purpose, develop real plans, and delight in real peace. She does this by providing real solutions through life coaching and time management consulting, tips and ideas for...
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ep. 180: How To Shop Your Closet with Melanie Kendall
Melanie Kendall is a Personal Stylist and Owner of the Ann & Grace Boutique. Melanie enjoys empowering women to feel CONFIDENT in their own skin by having a great pulled-together look! You will love this episode. We go deep and I even tear up a little! I hope you enjoy listening! Find full show...
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ep. 179: How to Manage & Eliminate Stress with Rachel Rauch
Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy, Master Herbalist, Natural Health Consultant, Dr. Rachel Rauch is an amazing Natural Doctor as a problem solver to help to her clients. Connect with Rachel and see the Show Notes here>>>>>www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/179 We talk about how to recognize stress…
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ep. 178: How to Help Our Kids Thrive this Summer with Lindsay Leiviska
Lindsay Leiviska, a wife, mom of three, and an educator with her Masters in Teaching, equips moms with the truth of God's heart for the broken of this world. Anchored in the Gospel, current understanding of brain science and her training in her 20 years of experience working with children in a...
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ep. 177: Holy Spirit Power, Don't Miss Out, Spirit Filled Life in a Believer, Super over Natural with Jeannie Cunnion
Jeannie Cunnion's passion is encouraging women to live in the freedom for which Christ has set us free, which is something her own heart needs to be daily reminded of. Her message is woven with humility, transparency, wisdom, and a contagious love for the Good News. Jeannie's work has been…
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ep: 176: Renewing Your Mind, Rest Your Legacy Ladder, Adoption, Her Best Biz Tip with Monique Scrip
Thrilled to have Monique Scrip on the show today. She is a leadership coach and business mentor. Beyond her skills as a coach, she is a wife to her husband Matt and adoptive mom of three energetic boys (and even a boy dog, Rocco). Completely outnumbered, her family is loud, fully of energy and...
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ep. 175: Adoption, Mindset changes, God's best, Christian Community, and A Balanced Life with Claudia McDivitt
Claudia McDivitt is a transformational business and mindset coach, wife, mom and coffee lover. She lives in Conway, Arkansas with her husband Nathan and their two kids, Rhett & Zoe. She's always up for an adventure and loves sitting down with friends over a good cup of coffee. She's a big dreamer...
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ep. 174: Brokenhearted but Carried by God- Hope in the Midst of Loss of a Spouse- Having an Eternal Perspective -Blended Families with Brittany Price Brooker
5 kids 6 and under, Brittany Price Brooker is a mom and wife married to Daniel Brooker. She went through a devastating loss of her first husband, and was left to raise 3 boys on her own. But, God. Brittany dove in deep to the lovingkindness of the Lord and sought him for her healing in the midst…
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10 Ways to Love a Friend Walking through Infertility: Top 10 with Wren
Hear a journal entry from my blog Joy in the Rain from Nov. 2011 while my husband and I were walking through infertility. And, then hear 10 practical ways we can love on our friends who are walking through infertility. Would love for you to share this episode with someone you feel would enjoy...
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ep. 172: Infertility is Not the End of the Story-Hope-God's Care with Jenna Erlundson
Happy to have Jenna Erlundson on the podcast today! Jenna is a a podcaster at The Bridge of the Faithful Podcast, a Pastor's wife, Mom to three children (soon to be five!--After recording Jenna and her husband found out she's pregnant with TWINS!) Jenna shares her story of infertility with us and…
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ep. 171: Waiting on God with Stacie Maze
Stacie Maze is a wife, mom to James (born FOUR days ago!) and is the Director of Ministry Relations at Life Choices of Memphis. Stacie and Josh have been on a journey to become parents for a few years and they give all the glory to God for the blessing of their son, born this past week! Their…
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ep. 170: Wrestling with God through Infertility-Adoption and Gestational Surrogacy-God is working for our good with Sarah Rollandini
Sarah Rollandini is a wife, high school teacher, mom to three teenagers, chocoholic, and author. Sarah encourages others that you are not alone and there's hope in Jesus! For FULL Show notes and links mentioned (including EAT READ LOVE), go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/170 RELATED episodes on...
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ep. 169: Surrendering our Fertility to the Lord-The Gift of Something Hard-In Due Time with Caroline Harries
Today's episode is with Caroline Harries. Caroline is a JOYful person extending the Hope of Jesus in women's lives! She is a wife, ministry leader, podcaster and writer. Caroline grew up in Oklahoma, moved to Dallas during high school and attended Baylor University where I graduated with my…
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ep. 168: A Handful of Quiet-Sitting Still-A Cottage Restoration-God Woos Us to Rest in Him
Vina Bermudez Mogg is rebuilding life with wood, paper and canvas in a century old cottage by the Puget Sound. She shares numerous stories about empty nesting, motherhood, Alzheimer's and caregiving, and how it all relates to restoring a 1926 abode. Vina's loves are her husband and four children,...
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ep. 167: Christy Nockels: A Spiritual & Physical Call Home-Bullseye Living-Nurturing a Heart of Rest-Palms Up
I'm so glad you are here to listen to todays episode on rest! I'm happy to have Christy Nockels as my guest today! Christy Nockels is a Nashville-based worship leader and singer songwriter with a passion for writing and speaking. Her podcast, The Glorious in the Mundane inspires listeners to find...
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ep. 166: Sabbath Rest in your Family; Setting Aside Time for Margin with Your Kids;Practicing Sacred Rest
Amber Cullum joins me for this episode on how to integrate Sabbath Rest as a family! Amber is a wife, mom of three and podcaster of the Grace Enough Podcast. She loves connecting with people and learning the stories of God's grace in their lives. I learned so much from Amber about Sabbath rest…
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ep. 165: Being Diagnosed with an Auto Immune Disease, Myasthenia Gravis-Soul Resting-Leaning Into God When You Are Fearful-The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul-Spirit controlled Life
Glad to have you here! Today my guest is Carla Gasser. She is a wife, mom and author of "The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul". Carla's ministry is all about connecting faith and life. We have an incredible conversation about Carla hearing her diagnosis of an autoimmune disease, Myasthenia Gravis.…
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ep. 164: Crystal Paine: How to Lean in and Love your Kids Well-Live as Loved by God-Loving instead of Correcting When Your Child is Suicidal
Crystal Paine, a.k.a. "The Money Saving Mom" is on the podcast today! Crystal is an amazing New York Times Bestselling Author, a wife, a mom to four biological children and a foster mom. She shares her parenting journey with us. Don't miss it! For FULL Show Notes, go to:...
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ep. 163: Dr. Kathy Koch: Unwrapping your Children's Gifts as Strengths-Correcting not Criticizing-Affirming your Child's Purpose
Dr. Kathy Koch is the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, Inc., based in Fort Worth, TX, and a cofounder of Ignite the Family, based in Alpharetta, GA. She has influenced thousands of parents, teachers, and children in 30 countries through keynote messages, seminars, chapels, and other…
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About this show
I pray that this is the place where you be encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Every time you download an episode I want for you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you've tuned in or if you've been joining in for a while, you are welcome here, friend!
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