Let it be Podcast

Fear has a way of convincing us that our past defines our future—but courage tells a different story.In this final episode of our Courage Series, we sit down with artist, writer, and creator Racinda Janine, whose life has been marked by adoption, trauma, abuse, PTSD, and an extraordinary journey of healing. Rather than allowing her past to define her, Racinda shares how curiosity, therapy, hope, and the daily choice to keep moving forward helped her discover who she truly is.This isn't a story about having all the answers. It's a conversation about finding the courage to become yourself—one step at a time. Through honesty, resilience, and hope, Racinda reminds us that our past does not have to determine our future, and that healing begins when we stop letting others define who we are.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

After enduring unimaginable loss, injustice, grief, and heartbreak, Ron Neal shares what it means to keep going when life has taken almost everything.In this powerful Courage Series conversation, Ron opens up about the loss of his brother, the death of his daughter, the collapse of his marriage, and years of painful battles that tested his faith. Yet through it all, he discovered a peace that doesn't come from circumstances—it comes from surrender.Join us as we talk about resilience, forgiveness, faith, acceptance, and the courage to keep living when the road ahead feels impossible."When your worst fear stares you in the face, don't turn away. If you can find the courage to look it in the eye, you've accepted God's great gift of strength."Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In this heartfelt episode of the Let It Be podcast Courage Series, we sit down with Lisa Stout for an honest conversation about breast cancer, fear, faith, and the strength that comes through surrender.After watching her mother battle breast cancer, Lisa always knew one day she might face the same journey herself. At 58 years old, that fear became reality. But instead of giving up, Lisa leaned into faith, family, friendship, and the courage to surrender what she could not control.Together, we talk about:strength through uncertainty,motherhood and generational fear,surrendering control,finding peace during illness,and learning how to keep living with hope.This episode is emotional, uplifting, vulnerable, and full of encouragement for anyone walking through a difficult season.Sometimes strength is not found in fighting harder — sometimes strength is found in surrender.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In this opening episode of our Courage Series, Ruthe and Tim explore what happens when fear is no longer a “what if,” but something standing directly in front of you. Together, they unpack courage, acceptance, strength, identity, and the quiet decisions that shape who we become. Through deeply personal stories and honest reflection, this conversation reminds us that courage is not always loud — sometimes it simply means taking the next step forward.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

What Do You Do When You Can’t Control It?As we close out our Choices series, we come back to the Learned Wisdom that has guided every conversation:“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”In this episode, Ruthe and Tim reflect on the powerful stories shared by Bianca DeAnda and Camie McDonald—two women who faced very different circumstances, yet both discovered what it means to keep moving forward when control is no longer yours.From naming emotions to releasing shame…From grief to growth…From holding on to learning how to let go…This conversation is about the moment you realize you can’t control the outcome—and the choice you still have in how you respond.We also share personally what shifts in us when control is taken—and how surrender, acceptance, and even curiosity can lead to peace.As you listen, consider this: When control has been taken from you… what is your non-negotiable choice?Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Holding Loss — and the Choices That RemainWhen tragedy changes everything… what does it look like to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with Cammie McDonald for an honest conversation about grief, family, and the choices that remain — even in the hardest seasons.Rooted in our learned wisdom:“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”This is a conversation about holding loss, supporting one another, and learning how to move forward — one choice at a time.✨ Reflection Question:What choices are still yours, even while you’re holding what’s been taken?Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

On today’s episode of the Let It Be Podcast, we sit down with Bianca DeAnda—a clinical psychologist in Southern California and a longtime connection to Ruthe’s family. Together, we talk about what happens when life doesn’t follow the plan… and how your choices still matter, even when your circumstances feel heavy, unexpected, or out of your control.Bianca shares with honesty about grief and growth, the pressure of traditional timelines, and what it looks like to rebuild your identity when a major season shifts. We explore the truth that joy and grief can coexist, how naming hard emotions helps release shame, and why learning to sit with yourself—without roles, titles, or expectations—can become a turning point.This conversation is for anyone who has ever thought, “This isn’t what I expected,” and is trying to find a steady next step anyway. Bianca brings grounded wisdom, emotional clarity, and practical hope—reminding us that even if circumstances change your plan, they don’t get the final say in who you become.To close, Tim leaves us with a reflection question to carry with you:“Who are you when you stop rushing to become who you thought you’d be?”Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

The Choices That Are Still YoursIn this opening episode of our new series on choice, Ruthe and Tim sit down to explore what remains within our control when life feels anything but controllable. Through honest conversation, humor, and deeply personal reflection, they talk about circumstances that are handed to us—grief, loss, and unexpected change—and the quiet power of choosing how we respond.Ruthe shares the learned wisdom born from walking alongside her daughter Karla during her illness, reminding us that even when choices are taken away, not all of them disappear. Tim brings his thoughtful, curious perspective—challenging, affirming, and grounding the conversation in everyday life. Together, they wrestle with grief, faith and doubt, attitude, community, and the freedom found in choosing joy, presence, and meaning.Featured in this episode is a rare and powerful moment—Karla’s own voice.Recorded during her illness, Karla reflects on positivity, normalcy, and faith with a clarity and grace far beyond her years. Her words remind us that even when outcomes are uncertain, perspective, joy, and connection are still choices we get to make. Her voice doesn’t just support this series—it anchors it.This episode invites you to pause and ask: What is happening in my life right now that I can’t control—and what choices are still mine to make? Whether you’re stepping into a new year, navigating loss, or simply trying to find your footing again, this conversation offers hope, permission, and a reminder that your story is still unfolding.A new series begins here on the Let It Be Podcast—and we’re so glad you’re here.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Holding Tomorrow With Trust takes us to a snowy morning in Leavenworth, Washington, where we sit down with Myles (“Sasquatch”)—a private, music-loving builder who survived diabetes, colon cancer, chemo, and a heart attack, all in one season. Together, we talk about what it means to plan for tomorrow without living in fear of it, how to advocate for your health, and how to find peace when life feels uncertain. With humor, honesty, and a mix of faith and curiosity, this conversation is a reminder: you don’t have to carry the weight alone.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Capture the Guilt, Don’t Carry It is an honest, hope-filled conversation about the difference between conviction and self-condemnation—and why guilt so often shows up around rest, productivity, grief, and “not doing enough.” Ruthe and Tim sit down with Pastor Scott Heider to unpack how shame can attack identity, how to capture guilt instead of letting it control you, and how replacing unhealthy thought patterns can bring real clarity and peace. Whether you’re rooted in faith, full of questions, or somewhere in between, this episode offers practical tools—and a gentle invitation to release what you were never meant to hold.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In this episode of the Let It Be Podcast, Ruthe and Tim step into one of life’s most misunderstood seasons: the transition into a new normal. After years of living in survival mode, structured schedules, and responsibilities that left little room for choice, what happens when life suddenly becomes quiet? When the pace changes? When you get to decide what comes next?Ruthe opens up about the unexpected challenges of retirement, the loss of a long-held identity, and the surprising discomfort of having too many choices. Tim brings his trademark curiosity and humor as he explores how we redefine purpose when old roles fade and new rhythms begin to form.Together, they ask a meaningful question:How do you recognize the gift in a season that feels unfamiliar, uncertain, or even a little uncomfortable?This conversation is for anyone navigating transition—whether it’s career, caregiving, an empty nest, grief, or simply stepping into a new chapter of life. It’s a reminder that normalcy isn’t something you return to… it’s something you learn to receive.A quiet space, a slower schedule, a shift in identity—Maybe the new normal isn’t something to fear or fix.Maybe it’s something to recognize as a gift.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In this episode, Ruthe and Tim dive into the often-ignored beauty of everyday life — the routines, the pauses, the simple moments that feel almost miraculous after seasons of chaos or grief. Through stories of unexpected peace, grounding rituals, and the tug-of-war between guilt and gratitude, they explore how “normal” can become one of life’s rarest blessings. Blending faith and agnostic perspectives, honesty, humor, and heart, they invite you to slow down and really consider: What if normal is the gift?Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

When Normal Feels Like a Gift (Gifts Series · Ep. 1)Ruthe and Tim open a new series on “gifts”—not bows-and-boxes, but the quiet mercies that meet us in real life. From Ruthe’s tender story of traveling during Karla’s chemo to the lasting wisdom her daughter shared during that season, they explore how moments of peace can feel like grace—especially in times that are anything but normal. Tim brings humor and honesty through small, everyday encounters that reveal how connection and gratitude can appear in unexpected places. Together, they unpack the difference between gifts and talents, hold space for both faith and agnostic perspectives, and reflect on Matthew 6:34: “Do not worry about tomorrow.” You’ll hear about dog hugs, the freedom of surrender, and how even “bad gifts” can shape character and compassion.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Ruthe (broadcasting from Nashville) and Tim (from Seattle) welcome writer, speaker, and certified mental health coach Maree Dee for a deeply honest conversation about turning life’s detours into purpose. Maree opens up about the unexpected turns that reshaped her path—from co-owning a thriving CPA firm to becoming a full-time caregiver and faith-based mental health advocate. She shares the lessons learned from walking through seasons of uncertainty, rebuilding faith, and rediscovering joy.Together, they talk about choosing trust in the middle of chaos, why community beats isolation, and how two emotions can be true at once: sorrow and joy. This heartfelt episode reminds us that every detour can become part of the greater journey toward hope and healing.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In their very first guest episode, Ruthe and Tim sit down with KTLA’s Henry DiCarlo for a candid conversation on authenticity. Henry opens up about life on TV versus life at home, his battle with prostate cancer, and the shift from transactional prayers to a deeper, daily faith. Together they explore what it means to show up as your true self—even when the world expects something different—and how small choices can ripple into courage, hope, and encouragement for others.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

In this closing chapter of their Journey series, the hosts reflect on endings that bring both heartbreak and hope. From family discoveries and reconnections with siblings to the lessons of letting go while holding on, they share the beauty and struggle of moving forward. Endings aren’t just goodbyes—they open space for healing, laughter, and new beginnings. Up next: “A first for us — we’re welcoming our very first guest into the studio! He’ll be sharing his current journey, raw and real, and we can’t wait for you to hear it.”Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

OUR ADOPTION STORIES In this conversation, Ruthe and Tim explore their personal journeys of adoption, discussing the emotional complexities and connections that arise from their experiences. They reflect on the importance of family, both biological and adoptive, and share insights on how their pasts have shaped their identities and relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the value of therapy, support systems, and the ongoing impact of their adoption stories on their lives today.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Loss, Healing, and the Ripple EffectIn this episode, we sit down for a really honest conversation about some of the moments and people that have shaped our lives.We will bring some clarity to the last episode, and Tim opens up about some of the experiences that have shaped his path—through loss and finding strength in unexpected places. We talk about grief, healing, parenting, and the quiet ripple effect our stories can have on others.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

When God Redirects: Ruthe Lets Go, Tim Steps In Episode Description: After almost two decades of the foundation, Ruthe found herself having to let go, trusting whatever comes next. Her adopted brother Tim—who’s agnostic—shares how they reconnected for a second chance to work together, stepping up in a new way. Both are drawing on their experiences and choosing to bring hope and encouragement to others. This is just the beginning of the impact they’re going to make. Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Episode 0.5 – The Almost First EpisodeIn this “almost first” episode, siblings Ruthe Rosen and Tim Tackett reunite after six years apart to launch a podcast that’s been years in the making. With plenty of laughs, real talk, and a few technical hiccups, they share the behind-the-scenes chaos of getting started, reflect on their journey as perfectionists, and offer a glimpse of what’s to come — authentic stories, meaningful conversations, and spotlights on inspiring nonprofits. It’s messy, honest, and full of heart. Stick with them — it’s going to be amazing.Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.

Podcast Hosts Bio: Ruthe & Tim — Let It Be Podcast Ruthe and Tim aren’t your typical podcast co-hosts—and that’s exactly what makes their show so compelling. They share the same mom through adoption, but they’re not blood relatives and weren’t raised together. When they first met, Ruthe was 19 and Tim was just 5—connected by family, but worlds apart in age, experience, and perspective. Ruthe is a woman of deep faith. Tim identifies as agnostic. Their conversations reflect that contrast—sometimes clashing, often challenging, and always rooted in honesty. Years ago, one of those conversations became a turning point. What started as a disagreement escalated into silence. For over six years, they didn’t speak—just a few texts here and there. Enough to know the other was still out there, but distant. But time has a way of softening edges.And so does prayer. After years of growth, healing, and some brutally honest conversations, Ruthe and Tim made a bold decision: to rebuild their connection—and do it out loud, on-mic. Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.