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Joy in the Junk
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Hosted by: Ashlee Canipe & Blair Nodine The podcast where we bring our whole selves to the table — mess and all — and find Jesus right in the middle of it. We’re two women seeking truth in Scripture, hope in the hard places, and joy that doesn’t wash away when life gets muddy. So pull up a chair, grab your coffee (or sweet tea!), and let’s talk life, faith, and all the junk in between — because with Jesus? There’s joy that lasts.
Episodes
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Amish Boundaries & Israelite Rebellion: Are You Set Apart or Just Blending In
Blair just got back from Amish country in Pennsylvania, and she's got thoughts. From facing her fear of cornfields to a buggy ride with John (who left the Amish and came back), to the most incredible pretzels of her life, this trip taught her what it really means to be set apart. In this episode,...
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Christian Boundaries: Why "No" Isn't Selfish (and How God Uses Boundaries to Protect You)
Let's talk about boundaries — the word that makes half of us feel guilty and the other half feel relieved. In this episode, Ashlee and Blair get honest about: - Jesus' own boundaries: why He took only Peter, James, and John deeper into the garden - The horse at the fence: do God's boundaries make...
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Self-Care Isn't Selfish: A Christian Woman's Guide to the Self-Care Wheel
Feeling guilty for taking 20 minutes for yourself? This episode is your permission slip — straight from Scripture and a mental health pro. Ashlee and Blair welcome back fan-favorite guest Amanda for an honest conversation about: - Self-care vs. coping skills: why one is proactive and the other is...
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The Junk in Assuming the Worst: Christian Friendship, Grace & Boundaries
How do we extend grace without excusing hurtful behavior? And how many relationships suffer because we assume the worst instead of having an honest conversation? Join Ashlee and Blair on Joy in the Junk for a candid conversation about Christian friendship, healthy boundaries, forgiveness, and...
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When Fear Steals Your Focus: Finding Your Way Back to God’s Purpose
What happens when fear, stress, and the demands of everyday life pull your attention away from what God has called you to do? After a difficult week and an anxious flight to Utah, Ashlee came home with a fresh perspective on faith, purpose, and the joy of being right where God has placed her. She...
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When Fear Takes Over: Trusting God, Speaking Truth, and Doing It Scared
What do you do when you trust God, but you’re still scared? In this episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee opens up about her fear of flying and the anxious thoughts that have kept her awake at night. Blair shares what it was like to trust God while her husband, Rick, underwent a heart procedure....
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One Year of Joy in the Junk: Faith, Friendship, and Finding Joy in Hard Seasons
Joy in the Junk is one year old! Ashlee and Blair look back on a year of honest conversations about Christian faith, friendship, and finding joy when life gets hard. They revisit the episodes that made them laugh, the stories that moved them, and the ways God has stretched them along the way.…
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Junk in the Harvest: Sowing Good Seeds, Trusting God & Letting Go of Control
What happens when you’ve been faithfully sowing—but you’re still waiting to see the harvest? In this episode of Joy in the Junk, we’re talking about sowing and reaping, trusting God’s timing, surrendering control, and learning to faithfully plant the seeds God has given us without obsessing over...
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Junk in the Fire: Refining Your Faith & Learning to Live in Victory
What if the fire you’re walking through isn’t destroying you—it’s refining you? In this golden episode of Joy in the Junk, we’re talking about genuine faith, spiritual refinement, trusting God in difficult seasons, and learning to live in the victory we already have through Jesus Christ. As we...
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Who Is Jesus to You? | Knowing Christ, Hearing the Holy Spirit & Living Out Your Faith
Who do you say Jesus is? In this heartfelt and honest episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair dive into one of the most important questions a believer can ever ask: Who is Jesus to me—and does the way I live reflect what I say I believe about Him? Inspired by Matthew 16 and Peter’s…
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Fear, Faith & the Flesh: Are We Blaming the Devil for What God Is Asking Us to Surrender?
What happens when fear hits you so hard that you start questioning your faith? In this raw and honest episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair talk about fear, trauma, prayer, spiritual warfare, and what it really means to trust God when life gets scary. After Blair receives a frightening…
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Contentment in a World of More: Finding Rest in the Simple | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Why does more never feel like enough? In this episode of Joy in the Junk Podcast, we get honest about our constant chase for bigger houses, more clothes, upgraded cars, and the newest gadgets — and ask what it would look like to strip it all away and start simple. We talk about the guilt of...
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Laughter as Medicine: Scripture, Grief & Holy Humor | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Can you laugh your way through grief? In this episode of Joy in the Junk Podcast, we dig into why laughter really is good medicine — backed by Scripture and a whole lot of real-life stories. From a 20-year-old bathing suit mishap to burning through Bibles with an engraving laser, we get honest...
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Holy Interruptions: How God Speaks Through Everyday Moments | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Holy Interruptions: How God Speaks Through Everyday Moments What if God is trying to speak to you in the middle of your ordinary day? In this encouraging episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair explore the beauty of holy interruptions—those unexpected moments when God gently redirects our...
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Walking Through Grief with God: Finding Hope and Joy After Loss | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Walking Through Grief with God: Finding Hope, Healing, and Joy After Loss Can you truly experience joy while grieving the loss of someone you love? In this deeply moving episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair share personal stories of walking through the recent loss of loved ones and the...
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Finding Joy While Your Heart is Breaking | Joy in the Junk Podcast
How do you find joy when your heart is breaking? In this deeply personal episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair share an honest conversation about walking through grief, caring for aging parents, finding hope in the middle of uncertainty, and learning to trust God's faithfulness through…
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Trusting God's Timing: Finding Purpose in Seasons of Waiting | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Trusting God's Timing: Finding Purpose, Peace, and Joy in Every Season Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right—but nothing seems to be moving forward? In this encouraging episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair talk honestly about waiting on God's timing, discovering purpose in...
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When Pain Has a Purpose: Finding Joy Through Suffering | Joy in the Junk
Can joy really exist in the middle of pain? In this heartfelt episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee and Blair have an honest conversation about migraines, chronic pain, emotional struggles, unanswered prayers, and the difficult seasons that leave us wondering where God is. Together, they explore how...
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Teen Mental Health, Warning Signs, and Raising Resilient Kids | Joy in the Junk Podcast
In this episode of Joy in the Junk, we sit down with licensed school-based counselor Amanda Ledford. She has had 18 years in the school system and she comes to talk about what is really going on with kids and teens today. From the rise in anxiety and depression since COVID, to the hidden dangers…
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You’re Still a Masterpiece: Faith, Healing, Trauma & God’s Restoring Love | Joy in the Junk Podcast
In this heartfelt episode of Joy in the Junk, we dive deep into what it really looks like to hold onto faith when life feels heavy. From unexpected joy found in a TJ Maxx checkout line to honest conversations about cancer, caregiving, suffering, spiritual growth, and trusting God in uncertain...
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Spiritual Transformation & Walking in Your Calling | Faith, Obedience & Women in Ministry| Joy in the Junk Podcast
What does it really mean to be transformed by God—and how do you walk boldly in the calling He’s placed on your life? In this powerful and personal episode, we recap a meaningful women’s ministry event at Northbrook Church and dive deep into spiritual transformation, obedience, and what it looks...
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Modesty, Conviction & Trusting God Daily | Faith, Discernment & Lukewarm Christianity | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What does modesty really mean—and who gets to define it? In this honest and thought-provoking episode, we dive into the heart of modesty, personal conviction, and what it truly looks like to live a life led by the Holy Spirit. From everyday clothing choices to deeper spiritual decisions, we…
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Hearing God’s Voice, Spiritual Passion & The Danger of Compromise | Walking in Obedience Daily
What do you do when it feels like everyone around you is hearing from God… but you’re not? In this deeply honest and relatable episode, we talk about what it really means to hear God’s voice, trust His timing, and stay obedient—even when He feels silent. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt,...
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Navigating Low Seasons, Hearing God Clearly & Letting Go of Control | Faith in the Valley | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What do you do when you find yourself in a low season… and you don’t even have a clear reason why? In this honest and deeply relatable episode, we talk about walking through spiritual valleys, battling uncertainty, and learning to trust God when emotions feel heavy and direction feels unclear....
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Perceptions of Beauty: Truth, Opinions & Finding Your Worth in God | Christian Podcast on Identity
Let’s just go ahead and say it… All babies are not cute. 😅 Yep—we went there. But what starts as a funny and honest conversation about beauty quickly turns into something much deeper: how we define beauty, the difference between truth and opinion, and why our worth can’t be based on what the…
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Letting Go of Control & Trusting God: Testimonies, Obedience, and Finding Peace in a Busy World | Joy in the Junk Podcast
In this episode of "Joy in the Junk," hosts Ashlee and Blair explore themes of hospitality, spiritual discipline, and finding peace amidst life's busyness, centered on their recent experiences in ministry and daily life. Ministry and the Power of Testimony A significant portion of the…
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Holiness in Ordinary Days: Finding God in the Mundane | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What does holiness actually look like in everyday life? In this episode of Joy in the Junk, we talk about how God doesn’t just meet us on the mountaintops—He meets us in the laundry rooms, car rides, quiet mornings, busy schedules, and ordinary moments we usually overlook. So often we think...
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Biblical Affirmations vs Manifestation: Finding Your Identity in Christ & Overcoming Negative Thoughts | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Are affirmations actually helping you… or quietly leading you into discouragement? In this honest, faith-filled conversation, we break down the difference between worldly affirmations, manifestation culture, and true biblical truth—and why what you speak over yourself matters more than you think....
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Anchor of Hope: Serving the Unhoused, Trusting God, and Loving People Where They Are | Christian Outreach Story| Joy in the Junk Podcast
What if changing lives didn’t start with a sermon… but with a meal? In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Tammy, founder of Anchor of Hope, a ministry born from simple obedience and a heart to serve. What started as a small Bible study project quickly became a life-changing...
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Letting Go of Control Without Losing Peace: Surrender, Fear, and Trusting God in the Unknown | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Why is it that trusting God sounds so good… until it actually requires us to let go of control? In this honest and relatable conversation, we dive into the real struggle of surrender—what it means to truly yield to God, why we fight it so hard, and how our need for control often leads us straight...
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Humility in Action: Letting Go of Pride, Living with Purpose, and Reflecting Christ Daily | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What does true humility actually look like in everyday life? In this powerful and practical episode, we explore the difference between pride and humility, and why living a life that reflects Jesus requires more than just outward appearance—it requires a transformed heart. We talk about choosing...
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The Weight of Words: How Your Speech Shapes Your Faith, Relationships, and Spiritual Impact | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Words carry more weight than we often realize, and in this eye-opening episode, we dive into the spiritual power of what we say and how it reflects the condition of our hearts. From careless comments to intentional conversations, this discussion reveals how our words can either build others up or...
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From Obedience to Impact: The Story Behind Grace Filled Ministry and Serving the Unhoused with Love | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What happens when you stop ignoring that nudge from God and finally say “yes”? In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we share the incredible story behind Grace Filled Ministry—a mission born from simple obedience, a softened heart, and a willingness to serve. What started as a moment of...
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Joy on our Minds: Scriptures We Cling To: Ashlee's Favorites | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What if God’s plan for your life is still good… even when it doesn’t look the way you expected? In this powerful and honest conversation, we unpack some of the most beloved—and often misunderstood—scriptures in the Bible, including Jeremiah 29:11, Exodus 14:14, 1 Peter 5:7, and James 1:2-4, and...
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Joy on our Minds: Scriptures we cling to in life: Blair's favorites | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What are the Scriptures you cling to when life feels unsteady, overwhelming, or completely out of your control? In this episode of Joy in the Junk, we begin a special series called Joy on Our Minds, where we share the Bible verses that have anchored our faith, shaped our walk with God, and…
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Junk in the Advice: Not all advice is bad…but not all advice is God-breathed either.
Everybody’s got advice — and most of it comes loud, confident, uninvited… and wrapped in a bow of “I’m just trying to help.” 😅 But not all advice is wise, and not all wisdom is God-breathed. In this episode of Joy in the Junk, we’re talking about “Junk in the Advice” — the mental clutter that...
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The Lies We Believe: Breaking Free from Fear, Control, and the Enemy’s Voice | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What if the biggest thing holding you back… isn’t your situation—but the lies you’ve been believing? In this powerful and deeply relatable episode, we uncover the subtle, everyday lies the enemy plants in our minds—lies like “you’re not enough,” “nobody likes you,” “you have to be in control,”…
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When You Feel Unmotivated: Finding Strength, Purpose, and Rest in God’s Promises | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What do you do when you’re tired… not just physically, but tired of trying? In this honest and relatable episode, we dive deep into the struggle of motivation—what it looks like, where it comes from, and how to keep going when you feel like giving up. Through personal stories, humor, and powerful...
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Junk in the House: Declutter Your Life & Heart and Finding Peace in a Chaotic World | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Is your life feeling cluttered...physically, mentally, or spiritually? In this honest and relatable episode, we dive into what it really means to create a life filled with peace instead of chaos. From messy homes and busy schedules to emotional baggage and spiritual overwhelm, we’re talking about...
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Junk in the Countdown: Waiting with hope when the year didn't go as planned | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What do you do when life takes an unexpected turn—and everything feels uncertain? In this deeply personal and faith-filled episode, we’re having an honest conversation about walking through hard seasons while holding onto hope. From hospital rooms and unexpected health crises to grief, loss, and...
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Junk in the Joy: Joy in the Middle of the Mess: Finding Jesus When Life Isn’t Perfect | Faith, Encouragement & Real Talk for Women
Even the good seasons have hard stuff. Finding God in both. What happens when life feels messy… but you’re still trying to hold onto joy? In this honest, faith-filled episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to live with “junk in your joy”...those moments when life isn’t falling...
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When Life Gets Shaken: Finding Faith, Peace & Purpose in the Chaos | Joy in the Junk Podcast
When life feels shaken up, the view can still be beautiful. What do you do when life feels completely shaken—when prayers seem unanswered, emotions are all over the place, and everything feels out of control? In this heartfelt and faith-filled episode, we’re diving deep into what it really means…
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Tangled But Still Shining | Finding Joy in the Mess of Life, Faith & Christmas Lights | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Ever feel like your life is a tangled mess… but you’re still expected to shine? 🎄✨ In this heartfelt (and hilarious) episode of Joy in the Junk, Ashlee Canipe and Blair Nodine dive into the real-life chaos behind the “perfect” holiday glow. From a full-blown Christmas light disaster to deep...
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Junk in the Wrapping PaperWhy Christmas Feels Overwhelming (Even When You Love Jesus) | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Junk in the wrapping paper...Unpacking what's underneath the surface this season. Hey y’all—Ashlee Canipe and Blair Nodine here from Joy in the Junk… and today we’re getting real about Christmas. Because if we’re honest… the holiday season isn’t always merry and bright. In this episode, we’re...
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Gratitude in Hard Seasons: Trusting God’s Will, Finding Joy & Letting Go of Control | Christian Podcast
A special Thanksgiving episode...where gratitude meets the gravy boat. How do you stay grateful… when you don’t feel like it? In this honest and faith-filled episode of Joy in the Junk, we’re talking about what it really looks like to choose gratitude in hard seasons, trust God’s will over our…
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Finding Joy in the Ordinary: God Moments, Rest, Purpose & Trusting Him in Change | Christian Podcast
What if joy isn’t found in big moments—but in the quiet, unexpected ways God shows up every single day? In this heartfelt episode of Joy in the Junk, we’re talking about finding joy in the ordinary, trusting God through change, and learning to rest in Him instead of striving. From a powerful…
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Christian Friendship: Loyalty, Boundaries & Choosing the Right People | Joy in the Junk Podcast
What does real friendship actually look like—when life gets messy, faith gets tested, and people fall short? In this powerful episode of Joy in the Junk, we dive deep into the beauty, the heartbreak, and the truth about Christian friendship. From gathering families together and building…
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Junk in the Applause: Are You Living for God’s Approval or People’s Applause? | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Are we living for God’s approval… or the applause of people? In this episode of Joy in the Junk Podcast, we have an honest conversation about something every believer wrestles with at some point—seeking validation from others instead of resting in the approval of Christ. From social media likes…
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Junk in the Valley: Finding Hope When Life Feels Heavy | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Ever feel like you're walking through a valley season and wondering where God is? We revisit Junk in the Valley with a part 2. In this honest and hope-filled episode of Joy in the Junk, we talk about what it really looks like to walk through difficult seasons while holding onto faith. Whether...
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Junk in the Valley (Part 1) Christian Encouragement, Faith & Mental Health | Joy in the Junk Podcast
Even in the low places, His presence is near. In this honest and heartfelt episode of the Joy in the Junk Podcast, we talk about what it really looks like to walk through life’s valleys. From mental health struggles and bipolar disorder to grief, emotional exhaustion, and spiritual battles, this...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by: Ashlee Canipe & Blair Nodine
The podcast where we bring our whole selves to the table —
mess and all —
and find Jesus right in the middle of it.
We’re two women seeking truth in Scripture, hope in the hard places, and joy that
doesn’t wash away when life gets muddy.
So pull up a chair, grab your coffee (or sweet tea!), and let’s talk life, faith,
and all the junk in between — because with Jesus?
There’s joy that lasts.
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joyinthejunkpodcast
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Hosted by: Ashlee Canipe & Blair Nodine The podcast where we bring our whole selves to the table — mess and all — and find Jesus right in the middle of it. We’re two women seeking truth in Scripture, hope in the hard places, and joy that doesn’t wash away when life gets muddy. So pull up a chair,...
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