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It's a good day when you can do a Q&A with Stasi Eldredge. It gets even better when she shares some of her Favorite Things. But when you get her to sing?  Well it doesn't get any better than that. This episode's got it ALL. And as if that wasn't enough... wait, there's MORE! She also gives us a little sneak preview of what's in her new book "The Ladder of Love", coming out this fall. You can pre-order it now! Check it out here:  https://wildatheart.org/the-ladder-of-love From the conversation (SHOWNOTES): Emmaus Road Story:  Luke 24:13-28 A few of Stasi's fave "beach reads": Theo of Golden, Allen Levi Sarah's Key, Tatiana DeRosnay The Lion Women of Tehran, Marjan Kamali Lady Tan's Circle of Women, Lisa See Songs currently on Stasi's playlist: One Day, Harborside Music I Still Choose You, Anna Golden Have This Heart Again, Kingdom Culture Worship So Be It, Tiffany Hudson BONUS THROWBACK TO THE 90's - What was on repeat on her Walkman/CD player back in the day? DIVE, Steven Curtis Chapman So there you have it, my Misfit Friends.  There's a lot going on in this podcast.  A lot of fun, a lot of wisdom and a lot of grace being shared. Mainly from Stasi. But I'm here for it. And I think you should be, too! For more Misfit fun, check out/subscribe IsleofMisfits.com Oh yeah, and please be my Instafriend here! https://www.instagram.com/the_original_misfit

It's not every day we go time traveling here on the Isle. But today... just for you... we're going all the way back to the year 1962, with award winning author Eva Marie Everson, and her newest release "Miss Beth Bettencourt".  It's a story about an unexpected guest, and about breaking down walls of indifference... and unforgiveness. All that, and a deep dive into all things 1962 with our Stupid Game. Take a look for yourself at her Pop Culture Playlist here.  It's pret-ty impressive.  Check out Eva Marie's blog here Visit us here for more great Misfit fun for everyone:  isleofmisfits.com Most of all, help us spread the word to all the square pegs of the land to: Own Your Awkward Love Your Fellow Misfit Seek Beauty and Truth Everywhere  

Just in time for Mothers Day, award winning author Katie Powner joins us for an intimate conversation about mothers, children, showing up, and letting go.  Her latest release "Birds on a Wire", is about all of the above, and tells a story about two families and their connection through Foster Care to a baby named Providence.  It's a subject with which she is pretty familiar, as Katie and her husband have been fostering for over 10 years. There are moms of all kinds. And whoever you are, your life has been touched by motherhood. So this conversation is for you! Learn more about Katie  and get her book "Birds on a Wire" here:  https://www.katiepowner.com/ Subscribe here to get more great podcasts like these!  Visit us on the Isle of Misfits, for more great Misfit fun for everyone here:  https://isleofmisfits.com/ Most of all, join us in the movement to encourage Square Pegs far and wide to Own Your Awkward, Love Your Fellow Misfit, and Seek Beauty and Truth Everywhere! 

Let's talk about neurodiversity!  Why not? That's one of our core values, after all... "Owning our awkward", ie. embrace the fact that we are wired the way we are on purpose, for a purpose. And that's what our delightful guest, Lindsey Goff Viduchich is here to talk about with us Misfits today.  Have you ever wondered "am I too much?"... or how about this one:  "what's WRONG with me?" Or maybe that's the memo you've gotten from the world. Ugh, sometimes the world can be tough.  Enter Lindsey.  We've already established that she is just downright delightful (oh, and in case you are wondering, yes, she is related to Bob Goff - listen to find out how!) - and it just so happens that she has just written a delightful children's book,  "The Amazing Brain Club" that tackles, and more importantly, reframes these questions about the way we view the way we're wired (and don't forget those other misfits out there, and the way we view them!). It's a fun, inspirational and highly helpful conversation. Plus, we get to find out a little about Lindsey's amazing brain with our Stupid Game. Cause you know you want to know. And, by the way, as is the case with most great children's books, this one's got a pret-ty powerful message for you grown ups who are still asking the above questions. So... If you know any amazing brains you’d like to nominate for membership... and maybe that amazing brain is yours... you should definitely listen. And get the book! Scripture referenced in today's episode:  1 Corinthians 12: 12-26   Feel free to give us a follow here, so you don't miss new episodes! You can also catch us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the_original_misfit/ And of course, check out https://isleofmisfits.com/ for more Misfit Fun for everyone.  Most of all, join us in the movement to Own Your Awkward, Love Your Fellow Misfit and Seek Beauty and Truth Everywhere!  

Wonders never to cease to amaze us here on the Isle. Whether it's the vastness of the universe... the intricate complexities of the human brain...  or perhaps most mindboggling - the very idea that we could snag a guest like Dr. Michael Guillen to come hang out with us Misfits... and multiple times at that?  As the kids say:  MIND [[[BLOWN]]].  That's right, the award winning ABC News Science Editor, Harvard Physics instructor, best selling author and movie producer Dr. G is back, and this time we are talking about his brand new movie "The Invisible Everywhere" , premiering April 8th. Based on his best selling book "Believing Is Seeing"  it tells the true story of Dr. G's journey as an "atheistic scientific monk" and his quest for truth. As in THE truth. Not his truth. Not mine. Not yours.  But THE actual, universal, absolute TRUTH. It's loaded with stunning visuals and enough astonishing scientific evidence to keep your nerdiest friend delightfully occupied for the entirety of its 80 minute run time. And it's also cinematically groundbreaking in the sense that... actually, you can listen and find out! Oh, and just in case you were wondering, Dr. G both plays and ACES the Stupid Game (as always). Cause that's just who he is. Watch the movie here:  The Invisible Everywhere.   (scroll down and check out a plethora of other great resources!)  Follow Dr. G's substack here:  https://substack.com/@michaelguillenphd  Read Dr. G's recent editorial about the Science of Heaven here:  Is Heaven Real? Science May Reveal... For more Misfit fun for everyone check us out at IsleofMisfits.com

We've got a short-but-sweet one for you this time. As per the title, just had a few thoughts about Holy Week, that is, the week leading up to Easter. Maybe that's your thing. Maybe not, and that's ok - it's still for you. And you're here anyway, so why not give it a listen. Like I said, it's short! Oh, and I referenced some scriptures that tell the story of Holy Week,  in case you want to look them up. Here you go: Matthew  chapters 24-28 Mark ch. 13-16 Luke ch.  21-24 John ch. 13-21 Feel free to give us a follow here, so you don't miss new episodes! You can also catch us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the_original_misfit/ And of course, check out https://isleofmisfits.com/ for more Misfit Fun for everyone! Most of all, join us in the movement to Own Your Awkward, Love Your Fellow Misfit and Seek Beauty and Truth Everywhere!  

Garry Ingram,  founder and president of Love and Truth Network is back on the Isle and it's not just for the Stupid Game (although it's a great one, if I do say so myself) but for an important conversation where we explore loneliness, shame, and the human longing to be truly known. Among other things, we discuss how isolation and secrecy drive spiritual and sexual brokenness, the church’s role in healing, and the need for curiosity, grace, and responsibility. Gary also shares his compelling personal story of abuse and restoration, if you didn't catch it on his first visit to the Isle (which we highly recommend, and you can listen to it right here). This is one of those episodes you really want to share, if you know anyone who appreciates transparency and could use some encouragement in the area of finding authentic community... cause it's out there!  Prayer of St. Francis (referenced in the show): Lord, make me a channel of thy peace, that where there is hatred, I may bring love; that where there is wrong,  I may bring the spirit of forgiveness; that where there is discord, I may bring harmony; that where there is error, I may bring truth; that where there is doubt, I may bring faith; that where there is despair, I may bring hope; that where there are shadows, I may bring light; that where there is sadness, I may bring joy. Lord, grant that I may seek rather to  comfort than to be comforted; to understand, than to be understood; to love, than to be loved. For it is by self-forgetting that one finds. It is by forgiving that one is forgiven. It is by dying that one awakens to Eternal Life. For more great podcasts like these, blogs, and all kinds of misfit fun for everyone, visit us on the isleofmisfits.com You can also say hey to us on Instagram @the_original_misfit Most of all, join us in the movement to invite square pegs everywhere to Own Your Awkward, Love Your Fellow Misfit, and Seek Beauty and Truth EVERYWHERE. 

So... how'd those New Year's Resolutions work out for you?  Yeah, that's what I thought. But the good news is, now we can actually get on to the business of what we should've done in the first place, and set some realistic intentions going forward. And that's what today's special guest, Theresa Rowe is all about. With over 40 years as a fitness expert (you'd never know it to look at her, just sayin), not to mention tv/radio/podcast personality, author and speaker, she's got the street cred to know what she's talking about. She's also got an amazing story of her own journey of healing, hope and redemption, and how she's taken all of it to help us on our wellness journeys - body, mind, and spirit. We have a great conversation about all of the above. And as always, a riveting Stupid Game of This or That: Fitness Edition, where Theresa spills all the healthy tea. Check out her latest book, Shaped by Faith:  A Forty Day Devotional (it's not just encouraging words, by the way,  which of course are great - but she also beautifully integrates practical exercises to create those neural connections)   Please feel free to hit the subscribe button here, and check out isleofmisfits.com for more Misfit fun for everyone! Most of all, join us in the movement to keep Owning Your Awkard, Loving Your Fellow Misfit, and Seeking Beauty and Truth Everywhere!  

We've got a special Valentines treat for you on this episode... a little romance, a little intrigue, and a lot of fun with award winning author of legal dramas Jayna Breigh, chatting with us about her newest release "An Appearance of Impropriety".   You are welcome.  Why, the Stupid Game alone is reason enough to tune in... you can even play along with Jayna, and find out which period piece heroine you are (thanks Buzzfeed!). And of course, you'll want to stick around. It's a great conversation, learning some tidbits about the legal system from someone who knows it well (Jayna has over a decade of experience practicing "big city law"), the importance of a mentor and we also touch on the topics of colorism, classism and how to know what's worth taking a risk over. Connect with Jayna at jaynabreigh.com, and send her your cutest cat reels on her socials @jaynabreigh (she really wants to see them).  Scriptures referenced in today's episode: James 1:21 James 3:6 Prov 18:21

One of our all time favorite and, truth be told, FOUNDING Friend of the Misfits here on the Isle, publicist extraordinare Jeane Burgess is back with us and she's got come confessions she wants to share. That's right. You heard me. There are any number of things a publicist could confess, it's true... But hold your hearsay horses!  No scandal here, no "he-said/she-said". Just straight up encouragement, timeless wisdom and practical steps to get'r-done and get the word out, if you've got something to say  (like, say, in the form of a book) that the world needs to know about.  Cause that what she's all about.  And a Stupid Game to start your year off right.  Of course.  Jeane, through her  media company MyTallOak.com, is releasing a brand new course to help you  know your why, your what, and all the hows when it comes to getting your message where it needs to go.  The course is called Confessions of a Publicist: A Panic Free Guide to Promoting Your Book... So of course we talk about all that... but you know how conversations are. They go here, they go there, and they're just so, so good. Especially when you're talking to someone as encouraging as Jeane.  So whether you're looking to promote a book, thinking about writing a book, or just need some friendly no-nonsense nudging to get'r-done... this episode is for you! Find Jeane at MyTallOak.com Connect with her on Instagram here: instagram.com/jeaneburgess Connect with her on Facebook here:  https://www.facebook.com/jeaneburgess Please hit subscribe to this podcast, and if you feel so inclined, do the thing with the stars - it helps us get on the map! Oh, and for more Misfit fun for Everyone, find me here:  isleofmisfits.com    and here https://www.instagram.com/the_original_misfit/ Got a question?  A comment?  A cool topic for a show?  Wanna be a guest?  Just want to say hey? Email me here!  [email protected]

If you know me, you know, I love me some beauty. Flowers. Waterfalls. Trees and bees. Skies and seas. All the scenery. All the beauty. All the time. It’s one of our core values after all: SEEK BEAUTY AND TRUTH EVERYWHERE. But maybe you've noticed... it feels like it's getting a little harder to find it these days... There’s been a lot of ugliness out there. If you’ve been on your phone or turned the TV or your computer or stuck your head out the  door even for a few moments, you know exactly what I’m talking about. And...well...  the ugly truth is...  even without all the yucky stuff going on "out there", if we're brutally honest, there's still plenty of yuck to deal with a little closer to home for each one of us. Raising my hand here. Even so... the good news is, beauty's still out there... maybe even closer than we all think. We just have to resist the ugly and uphold the beautiful.  And that's what this mini-misfit moment is all about! Oh, yes... there's a Stupid Game, too, just for you!  You'll have to listen to find out more... but if you play along... and email me ([email protected]) there may be... just maaaaayyyy beee  a  random prize for some lucky misfit out there.  Just sayin! Also, make sure to subscribe to this here podcast (btw, a + review helps, too... but only if you really  dig it!)... and while you're at it, I'd love for you  join all the misfit fun at isleofmisfits.com - you can subscribe there as well. Most of all, Keep: Owning Your Awkward Loving Your Fellow Misfit Seeking Beauty and Truth Everywhere! 

We're kicking of Season 9 (that's right, SEASON 9!!! Can you BELIEVE IT???) with a very special episode inviting friend of the Misfits and all around Left Brained/Right Brained Renaissance woman Laura Wade.  She also happens to be one of my dearest friends, and Type A role models. Laura dazzles us with her Fanilow knowledge, not to mention her pitch perfect skillz in our Stupid Game... we talk a bit about our friendship of decades upon decades... and we talk a lot about music - namely her music! She shares some samples and stories behind some of the tracks of her latest musical project "Expressions"... and we have a great discussion about going out on a limb to "sing your own special song" which of course is music to our Misfit ears. Mostly, this is a conversation that will encourage anyone who's wondering "is what I have to offer worth sharing with the world?"  (SPOILER ALERT:  The answer is YES!  But you should still listen, cause it's just so good).  You can find Laura (and get her Expressions CD at birdonabranchmusic.com (not to mention read her blog and watch some of her stuff on Youtube). And you can find more Misfit Fun for everyone at isleofmisfits.com Also, follow us on Instagram at the_orginal_Misfit! While you're here, we'd love it for you to share this podcast, and if you feel it deserves 5 stars, give us a shoutout!  Most of all, keep: Owning Your Awkward Loving Your Fellow Misfit Seeking Beauty and Truth Everywhere 

Henry Arnold is back on the Isle, giving us the down low on King David. and talking about his latest book, the final installment in his Song of Prophets and Kings series, called "Lion of Judah", all about... you guessed it... King David. First of all, just in case you ever wondered about KD's psychological profile (cause who hasn't?) we've got you covered with our Stupid Game:  Meyers Briggs Edition. We are nothing if not quasi-socially-scientific around here. (btw, you can take the lightning quick assessment for yourself here:  https://excellenceassured.com/16-personality-types/free-myers-briggs-type-personality-test) Aside from that, Henry's got all manner of deep insights about the life of King David, and the lessons we can takeaway, and maybe (if we dare) even take away for our own lives. Plus, he's just so much fun to talk to; we know, we took a survey, and Five out of Five Misfits are in full agreement! Find out more about Henry O Arnold (including how to get his book) here:  https://henryoarnold.com/ Oh, and if you're new around here, and wondering...  We are all about: Owning Your Awkward Loving Your Fellow Misfit Seeking Beauty and Truth Everywhere So if that sounds good to you, join us on the IsleofMisfits.com for more Misfit fun for everyone. Also... did you know I am writing a book? It's true!  Wanna find out more? Join the Misfit Book Club for updates and stuff.  And please consider this your open invitation to FOLLOW US, and invite all your favorite Square Pegs to join us here. The more Misfits the Merrier! 

Oh yeah, we're still talking about being WEIRD, cause that's what we do around here.  (Go back and listen to Part 1, it's really good!)  If you've ever noticed, weird is one of them there SPECTRUM words, ranging from the delightfully eccentric to the dangerously delusional.  There is weirdness that should be celebrated, and weirdness that should frankly be extricated. So how do we delineate? Should we delineate (spoiler alert:  the answer is yes!) And how do we know the difference between what should be celebrated and extricated? That's what this short episode is all about. Weirdos of all stripes are welcome to listen in!  Resources: Philippians 4:8  Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (https://www.biblegateway.com/pn=NIV)  For more podcasts, blogs, and Misfit Fun for Everyone, join me here:   isleofmisfits.com Follow me, and give me a shoutout on Instagram:  @the_original_Misfit

Coming at you with a few thoughts about weirdness... spoiler alert. It's in the eye of the beholder. For more Misfit fun for everyone (podcasts, blogposts, gallery of beauty, even some original music) - subscribe to isleofmisfits.com (oh, and if you like what you hear, feel free to give us a review to help expand our siblinghood of square pegs, and spread the good news of OWNING OUR AWKWARD, LOVING OUR FELLOW MISFIT, and SEEKING BEAUTY AND TRUTH EVERYWHERE). Join the Instagram Misft community here: @the_original_misfit

We are nothing if not about making Misfit History. And today's momentous Misfit moment is brought to you by Abby Jartos, who reserves the historical honor of being our VERY FIRST ILLUSTRATOR here on the Isle! There's a lot happening in this podcast. Connecting to your creative side, for one. Cause guess what? You've got one. Yes. You! Even if you don't have a single flowy boho piece in your wardrobe. Creativity takes on many forms. In fact, in this episode's Stupid Game, you can play along with Abby at home and actually find out What Type of Creative You Really Are, thanks to our friends at Buzzfeed. (take the quiz here: https://www.buzzfeed.com/natashajokic1/creative-type-quiz) That alone is something right there. But wait, there's more! We also talk about themes around the beautiful book she illustrated, "The Good for Nothing Puddle" (written by Jana Jackson)... Things like finding joy in grief, redemption in loss, beauty for ashes... what do you do when God seems silent... oh yes, we get into it. Cause that's what we do: Play Stupid Games and then Go Deep. You'll want to get the book, cause it's not only beautiful, it's really helpful (ah, form AND function) especially for anyone you know, whether a child or not, going through a season of sadness. It's available wherever you like to get your books (Amazon, Goodreads, all the places)... and HERE's a thought: why not request it at your public library?? Cause that's what the public needs: More beautiful, HELPFUL books! Find out more about Abby (and her Experiential Design Studios... cause I KNOW you want to know more about THAT) here: https://abbyjartos.com/ And follow her on Insta... maybe even sliiide into her DM's here: @abbyjartos For more Misfit fun for everyone (podcasts, blogposts, gallery of beauty, even some original music) - subscribe to isleofmisfits.com (oh, and if you like what you hear, feel free to give us a review to help expand our siblinghood of square pegs, and spread the good news of OWNING OUR AWKWARD, LOVING OUR FELLOW MISFIT, and SEEKING BEAUTY AND TRUTH EVERYWHERE).

I so wanted to title this episode "JOHN ELDREDGE TAKES US ON A MAGICAL MYSTICAL MISFIT TOUR..." But it was a little long. Not to mention way too alliterative. And I also didn't want to scare you off. Because the truth is, being a Mystic is not about being "magical". And it's also not about "wild woowoo, ecstatic visions or something" (that's a direct quote by JE, btw). So what IS it about then? Well, let's start with his (and by his I mean NY Times best-selling author and president of Wild at Heart Ministry's) newly released MUST READ book "Experience Jesus. Really." Cause the title kind of says everything. It's about the reality that experiencing the healing, joyful, playful, life-giving, restorative. wonder-filled presence of the living God (aka Jesus, just to keep us all on the same page) is available to ANYONE who wants it. Not just the few and the proud. But you. Me. Anyone really, who's willing to seek it, and make space for it, in our ordinary, every day lives. Cause who wouldn't want that? And then we talk about the how. How does one actually make space for these types of encounters in one's ordinary, every day life? That, my Misfit Friends, is what this podcast is about! Plus, we play a fantastic round of NAME THAT MYSTIC... Because what other Stupid Game would do for such a time as this? Find out more about the book... PLUS a whole FREE video series around it HERE: https://wildatheart.org/experience-jesus-really Explore the PLETHORA of helpful resources you're going to LOVE HERE: https://wildatheart.org/ For more Misfit Fun for everyone, visit us here: https://isleofmisfits.com/ Join the Square Peg Journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_original_misfit/

What do you get when you put Superman, Kryptonite, Creativity and Allen Arnold together on the same podcast??? That's what we're here to find out! Allen joins us with some great encouragement on how to recognize the things that shut us down (#triggered!) , and what to do about it. Because, btw... the things that shut us down ultimately shut our creativity down. And we can't have that. So, there you go, we've got ourselves a Two'fer One! And as if that weren't enough, find out what SuperPower he would choose if he could, and what he would name his Pirate Ship in this episode's Stupid Game: Think Fast Edition. This show's got it all! PLUS... you can sign up for some great daily encouragement (and who couldn't use that?) at withallen.com/sign-up But WAIT... there's more! Get his latest book "Risk the Real" (it's reeeeealy good. For real. See what I did there?) here: https://www.withallen.com/books/#block-63a0bad1cf76efb876a20363 You can even listen to not one, but TWO great Wild at Heart podcasts all about it, here! https://www.withallen.com/videos/#block-yui_3_17_2_1_1708533695083_10199 And of course, follow ME (your humble host and chief Misfit here: isleofmisfits.com for more great podcasts like these and Misfit Fun for Everyone!

Nationally sought after author and speaker and all around authority on making your marriage all it can be, Arlene Pellicane is back on the Isle, to celebrate National Marriage Week, skillfully play our Stupid Game: Valentine's Edition, and talk about the deadly serious topic of having actual FUN in your relationship. It's a great episode, whether you're married, engaged, in love or dream of any of the above... She is also the spokesperson for National Marriage Week, which kicks of TODAY (February 7th) and goes right through Valentine's Day. Check out this website for ALL KINDS of helpful resources to strengthen your relationship, including date night ideas, couples connection downloads and of course the link to get her new book "Making Marriage Easier") https://www.marriageweek.org/ Find out more about Arlene at https://arlenepellicane.com/ For more great podcasts, blogposts and Misfit fun for everyone, visit us at iselfofmisfits.com Follow us on Instagram at the_Original Misfit

This podcast was recorded before the holidays. But I think you'll agree, since we're smack dab in the middle of that glorious week of reflection and eating all the leftover cookies, references to Christmas are still on the table. But whenever you're listening, it's always a good time for Stasi E and Stacey B to be in the house. They, of course, through Wild at Heart Ministries interact with tens, nay HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of women around the world. Cause it's just what they do. So I had questions. Important questions, like: What is the definitively worst Christmas song EVER? What are the questions they hear women asking? How do we align with what is true? How do we combat all the distractions coming at us? What is this whole idea of "communion with God" all about? That, and so much more. Once you're done listening... here are some great resources to help you find the answers yourself: Ablaze: a six week study to set your heart on fire for Jesus, beginning Jan 14th 2025 Register here: https://wildatheart.org/ablaze https://wildatheart.org/#daily-practices Pause App: If you're looking to recalibrate, re-align, replenish... all the re-s. It's EXCELLENT! https://wildatheart.org/apps/one-minute-pause/ Captivated podcast: Yes, Stasi has her own podcast. You'll LOVE it! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captivated/id1582853117 Want to experience a Captivating CORE Retreat for yourself? Find out more here: https://wildatheart.org/events/captivating-retreat/

Kyle Mann, you heard me, not a cheap fake AI version but THE real life Editor in Chief of the Babylon Bee shocks us all by returning to the Isle after a 4 year hiatus. And so much has happened in those 4 years. For starters, he got WAY more famous from all that Babylon Bee satire stuff putting them on the map in a major way... he starred in an epic docudrama "January 6th: The Most Deadliest Day", and if that wasn't enough, he also (finally) read the book That Hideous Strength. We talk about all that... plus PNut the Squirrel. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll learn more about Wonder Woman 1984 than you ever wanted to know. This is one podcast that we do not recommend you miss, because you will do so at your own peril. But hey, it's up to you. Trailer for January 6th: The Most Deadliest Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6HnqV6jzTU Now that you've seen the trailer and you want more, stream the movie here: babylonbee.com For more Misfit fun for everyone, visit us at isleofmisfits.com (you can even follow us, we'd love that!) For the love of PNut, visit:https://www.pnutsfreedomfarm.com/

Jeane Burgess, from Tall Oak Media, is back on the Isle to chat about dating and relationships as: 1. A Christian 2. A full fledged, "been around and learned a few things" grown up Candid. Fun. Heartfelt. Encouraging. And all around INSPIRING. That's what it's like to have a chat with Jeane. Cause that's who she is! Find out more about Jeane (and let her help promote you!) here: https://mytalloak.com/ For more Misfit Fun for Everyone, follow us here: isleofmisfits.com Got questions? Got ideas for a podcast? Email me here: [email protected]

Author, nationally syndicated radio host, and advocate for healing children through CURE International, Brant Hansen stops by the Isle to talk about, oh lots of things. Things like owning our awkwardness (music to our Misfit ears). Getting FREE from being NEEDY (for approval... the key for creativity, btw). Getting FREE from PERFECTIONISM. Getting FREE to OFFER WHO YOU ARE. Lots of FREEDOM in this podcast! Oh, and if it's that not enough, I think you'll enjoy this episode's STUPID GAME: Cruise Edition We even touch on his passion and involvement with CURE.ORG, a Jesus shaped mission, literally healing kids around the world. Of course, we talk about his brand new book "Life is Hard. God is Good. Let's Dance". Aaaaand, did you know he wrote another one called "Blessed are the Misfits"? I know. He is our people. ***************************** Learn more/get in touch with Brant: branthansen.com Learn more about Cure International: cure.org visit us (and subscribe!) on the Isle: isleofmisfits.com Connect with me on Instagram: instagram.com/the_original_misfit

We continue our discussion with Allen, touching on themes around his latest book "Risk the Real", a wake up call to defy the artificial and embrace your actual authentic life as it is offered by your actual Creator. He's also giving away a copy of Risk the Real" to one of you lucky Misfits out there. Allz you gotta do is leave a comment on the shownotes at isleofmisfits.com/ by April 30th, and you're in it to win it, baby! But wait, there's more! If you correctly answer the question about the show in the shownotes, you'll be entered TWICE. Now isn't THAT nice??? (and yes, you can do this for episode 1... so for you math whizzes out there, that's a total of 4, count em 4 entries!) To find out more/follow Allen: On X: @theStoryofWith Website: withallen.com More About "Risk the Real" The Clash Between the Real and the Artificial is Intensifying… and You Are the Prize. Every aspect of life is being invaded by the artificial. But we miss what's at stake when we assume it's inevitable, natural, or even neutral. It actually began in Eden when the serpent offered Adam and Eve a counterfeit reality based on the Tree of Knowledge and the promise to become like gods. These ancient roots entangle us in more ways than we realize. We seek to redefine reality in our image. We look to the unreal to make us more real. Nothing fazes or amazes us anymore. We stumble through life in a Partificial Daze—partially present and fully disoriented by an artificial haze of anxiety, exhaustion, and addiction. What's needed is a reality reorientation: Order RISK THE REAL HERE: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR1BX431?ref…PANXXAC61J8AXY6SV

It's all about taking risks and getting real on this first of a two part series with Allen Arnold, author, speaker and Wild at Heart Ministries. He's back on the Isle, not just for the Stupid Game (albeit a classic, and dare I say Shatnerrific), but to talk about some themes around his latest book "Risk the Real". He's also giving away a copy of Risk the Real" to one of you lucky Misfits out there. Allz you gotta do is leave a comment on the shownotes at https://isleofmisfits.com/ by April 30th, and you're in it to win it, baby! But wait, there's more! If you correctly answer the question about the show at the bottom, you'll be entered TWICE. Now isn't THAT nice??? (and yes, you can do this for episode 2 when it drops... so for you math whizzes out there, that's a total of 4, count em 4 entries!) To find out more/follow Allen: On X: @theStoryofWith Website: withallen.com More About "Risk the Real" The Clash Between the Real and the Artificial is Intensifying… and You Are the Prize. Every aspect of life is being invaded by the artificial. But we miss what's at stake when we assume it's inevitable, natural, or even neutral. It actually began in Eden when the serpent offered Adam and Eve a counterfeit reality based on the Tree of Knowledge and the promise to become like gods. These ancient roots entangle us in more ways than we realize. We seek to redefine reality in our image. We look to the unreal to make us more real. Nothing fazes or amazes us anymore. We stumble through life in a Partificial Daze—partially present and fully disoriented by an artificial haze of anxiety, exhaustion, and addiction. What's needed is a reality reorientation: Order RISK THE REAL HERE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR1BX431?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_4W1PANXXAC61J8AXY6SV

What is it that you are feeling called to in this season of your life? What would it take to actually do it? It's one thing to say yes. It's quite another to take those first steps. This week we invite Karen Vance, Friend of the Misfits and all around Encourager, to talk about what it looks like to respond to the Invitation to take the next step...

Publicist, podcaster and all around ENCOURAGER Jeane Burgess is back on the Isle to share about her journey of healing and abounding in HOPE. We cover a LOT, from waking up to decluttering and getting things in order, to looking back to move forward and what it actually looks like to to ABOUND IN HOPE. This conversation is one you'll want to listen to more than once, It's that good. Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Catch Jeane's last podcast with us on the Isle here: https://isleofmisfits.com/2023/03/17/podcast-jean-burgess-coach-consultant-creative-encourager/ Follow Jeane On Insta: jeaneburgess On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeanewynn Follow Isle of Misfits On Insta: the_original_misfit website: Isleofmisfits.com

It's all about love here on the Isle today. Yes sir. Cause not only is it St. Valentine's Day (yep, better get to Walgreen's pretty quick, it's sure to be slim pickins by now), it's also National Marriage Week! Yes, indeed it is. And we've got Arlene Pellicane here to celebrate it with us. Yes, we sure do! If you're married, this is for you. If you're not married, don't run away now, this is also for you. Cause Arlene is just plain fun. And encouraging. And she shares some brilliantly practical stuff that can help just about any relationship become that much richer. Plus we play a really excellent Stupid Game: Weird Wedding Edition that you won't want to miss. I'm not kidding. I never kid about Stupid Games. For great relationship resources, check out: https://www.nationalmarriageweekusa.org/ About Today's Guest: Arlene Pellicane is a top marriage and parenting author and speaker. She has appeared on several media outlets like the Today Show, Wall Street Journal, Focus on the Family, Fox & Friends, TLC’s Home Made Simple, FamilyLife Today, and The 700 Club. She’s also the host of the Happy Home podcast and the author of several books including 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and 31 Days to Becoming a Happier Wife. She is married to James, her husband of more than 25 years, and they have three children - Ethan, Noelle and Lucy.... and one Golden Doodle named Winston. Learn more about Arlene at: https://arlenepellicane.com For great podcasts like these, and more Misfit fun, visit: isleofmisfits.com

Blaine Eldredge, author, teacher, and builder of platforms to help the church thrive in late modernity (oh yes, and son of John and Stasi Eldredge of Wild at Heart Ministries, in case you were wondering) joins us on the Isle to talk about... well, everything. That is, the spectacular future of everything, as described in his new book "The Paradise King". If that wasn't enough, there's even a poetry slam, Stupid Game style. We won't give it away, as it must be heard to be believed but we will say this much. Emily Dickinson. Gilligan's Island. It does not disappoint. Get the book, and find out more about Blaine here: https://www.blaineeldredge.com/ Learn a wee bit about the Trivium here (cause it comes up in the convo):https://classicalconversations.com/blog/what-is-the-trivium/ Listen to Blaine read excerpts on the Wild at Heart Podcast: https://wildatheart.org/rhplay/podcast/wild-heart/paradise-king-part-3 A really thought provoking article by Blaine: https://www.andsonsmagazine.com/inspiration/things-i-hope-in-more-than-god Visit us here for more Misfit fun for Everyone! isleofmisfits.com

Christie Award-winning author Amanda Barratt graces us once again with a visit to the Isle to talk about her latest book "The Warsaw Sisters", based on true events around the Warsaw Ghetto uprising in World War Two. She is a meticulous researcher and masterful writer... and full of profound insights far beyond her young years. Mostly, she has a way, through her story telling to illuminate the parallels of our human condition that transcend moments in history. This is an amazing, and thought provoking conversation you won't want to miss! Learn more about Amanda Barratt here: https://amandabarratt.net (note I got it WRONG in the podcast outro, it's not .com!) For more Misift fun, visit us here: https://isleofmisfits.com/

Dr. G is in the Misfit house! Again! Wonders never cease. And speaking of wonders, that's what he's here to talk about: the wonders of creation, in his new book "Let Creation Speak! 100 Invitations to Awe and Wonder (to be read with equal enthusiasm to his rendition... which you will hear when you listen to our conversation), filled with fantastic facts about the world we live in. On the off chance you've never heard of him (where have you been?... not that we're judging you, here's just a very little bit of his bio, to help you understand what a big deal, and a great treat for us misfits) it is to have him with us! MICHAEL GUILLEN BIO: An an award-winning physics instructor at Harvard University, Dr. G is known and loved by millions as the ABC News Science Editor, a post he filled for fourteen years (1988-2002). He appeared regularly on Good Morning America, 20/20, Nightline and World News Tonight. He also hosted Where Did It Come From?, a weekly, one-hour primetime series for The History Channel. He is a three-time Emmy Award winner and a member of the renowned Explorers Club. Currently Dr. G is president of Spectacular Science Productions and Spectacular Science Foundation. He’s presently developing a number of television and movie projects. He speaks all over the world and provides science-related commentary pieces for Fox News. LINKS: DR. G'S WEBSITE: https://michaelguillen.com/ Find him on Facebook, Insta & X: @michaelguillenphd Listen to his last convo on Isle of Misfits: https://isleofmisfits.com/2021/08/11/podcast-believing-is-seeing-with-dr-michael-guillen/ Check out isleofmisfits.com for great podcasts like these, and more misfit fun!

Garry Ingraham, CEO and founder of Love and Truth Network, joins us to share a bit of his compelling story, hope for those struggling with identity... and a few fun facts about Binghamton, NY.

Sometimes it's good to get "triggered". Like when you listen to a podcast that pushes your buttons, reach out to the host of said podcast, and end up having a wonderful podcast conversation of your own, processing said triggering. That's what today's episode is all about, with Allen Arnold, said co-host of the Wild at Heart podcast. The topic of the day, btw, is expectations. Thus, the triggering. So here's your assignment. 1. Go listen to this week's Wild at Heart podcast "Rethink Your Summer": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethink-your-summer/id260843816?i=1000611270690 2. Note any triggering that pops up. 3. Come back and meet us here to process it.

Publicist, Coach and Consultant Jeane Burgess from Tall Oaks Media joins us today (and it's about time, as she's brought so many great guests our way!) to share a bit of her own journey of healing and hope. Need some consulting/coaching/publicity? Check her out at https://talloak.media/ Need more inspiration? Check out her podcast "Bloodlines: Tales of Indigenous Women" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloodlines-tales-of-indigenous-women/id1648505321?l=ru Need more misfit fun? Visit us at https://isleofmisfits.com/

Amanda Barratt returns to the Isle of Misfits to talk about a little known but true story of hope in the midst of Hitler's Krakow Ghetto, as told in her latest book "Within These Walls of Sorrow", and the lessons on courage and kindness we can take away for today.

Maybe you're not an emotional eater. Goodonya! Scroll on, you nutritional high achiever, you. But... before you do... Betcha dollars to donuts you still have some sort of habit you'd like to either drop or pick up? That's where today's guest, Barb Raveling comes in. We talk themes around her new book, Say Goodbye to Emotional Eating. And if you don't find she's got something to say that will help you along your journey towards personal growth... well then, I owe you a dollar. Or a donut. Check out her website: barbraveling.com Visit (and follow) us Misfits! isleofmisfits.com

What story is your life telling? What story would you like it to tell? Allen Arnold from Wild at Heart joins us to talk about just that, and his new book "The Eden Option". Go to withallen.com to find out more! (Please subscribe and give us a great review if you like what you're hearing... and visit us at isleofmisfits.com for more misfit fun!)

Actor and author Henry O Arnold joins us for a great conversation about the comedy and drama that is life, and of course we talk about his latest book, based on the life of King David (you know, from the Bible). (for more great podcasts and more Misfit fun, visit isleofmisfits.com!)

Seth Lewis, author of Dream Small, helps us kick off the New Year with a refreshing conversation about finding our place in the BIG picture of life and accomplishing great things by daring to dream small. Yes, you heard that right. Listen. It'll all make sense.

NYT Bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray pays a visit to the Isle for a rousing Stupid Game: "Whose Amish line is it Anyway", and since she was here anyway, we also talk about the latest of her best selling novels (did you know she's closing in on 100 of them???) "Christmas at the Amish Market".

Radio, Newspaper and TV journalist and co-producer of her husband Dr. Michael Guillen's award winning movie Little Red Wagon Lauren Guillen joins us on the Isle today for a rousing Stupid Game on all things Medieval... and of course, to talk about her new novel A Bellewether Christmas...

Best selling Author/speaker/Wild at Heart Leader Stasi Eldredge is back to help the Misfits celebrate our 100th episode (woohoo!), and give us some helpful insights about how she is approaching the holiday season this year. Grab your misfit mug if you've got one (but really, any old mug will do - the awkwarder the better), sit back and enjoy! https://wildatheart.org/ https://www.pauseapp.com/ https://isleofmisfits.com/

Is she a plotter or a “pantster”? Wouldn’t you like to know! Amanda Cleary Eastep joins us for another riveting Stupid Game, and a fun and somehow very deep and meaningful conversation about courage and curiosity and compassion... oh, and I believe we also talk about her latest two books in her Tree Street Kids Series. There’s something for you in this conversation. That’s not presumption. That’s just a fact!

We talk a lot of Misfit talk around here... but what exactly do we mean by Misfit, anyway? That's what today's podcast is all about. Gather round, all ye square pegs, and give a little listen!

Friend of the Misfits, Movie Buff and all around Theatre Director Extraordinaire Betsy Braun joins us for a random-text-inspired spontaneous conversation about the power of our choices. I love me a good random text inspired spontaneous conversation, and I think you will, too. Lots of golden nuggets here!

A short, sweet reminder that SOMEONE out there is clapping for you... even if you don't know it... and encouragement to open your eyes to it!

NYS Assemblyman David DiPietro is back on the Isle, for a great conversation about knowing what you believe and why... and then, shock of all shocks... actually standing up for it (even if it costs you votes??? Crazy talk, I know!) He also gives us an update about what's going on in the great Empire State, and his desire to help New Yorkers recover from the last few years of weirdness, and Strive for More.

Nancy Carmichael, humble host and CMO (that's Chief Misfit Officer) of the Isle shares some short, sweet, and powerful encouragement to anyone struggling with feeling disconnected in these crazy days.

Pastoral Counselor, Healing Minister, former Anchorman (he's kind of a big deal) and dear friend of the Misfits, Jay LaScolea joins us to talk about identity, healing from wounds around identity, and of course, we jump headlong into an amazing Stupid Game: 70's music edition.

Author, speaker and ex-Playboy Bunny, Robyn Dykstra joins us to share her story of how she escaped a life of drugs, alcohol and promiscuity and became the accidental expert on the faithfulness of God and finding joy during difficult times.