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Relevate Podcast
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Inspiring conversations with real people about life. Relevate‘s host, Rena Olsen, believes an amazing life awaits for anyone willing to take that first step.
Episodes
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Helping You Find Purpose in Life
In this very special episode of Relevate, you'll hear from our host, Rena Olsen, with the exciting news of a project she's been working on to help connect people with purpose! Don't miss Rena's big news and the chance to be among the first to get the full scoop on Uncommon Philanthropist. Please...
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Reaching High with Adam Cherney
It takes the strength of a warrior to overcome all that Adam Cherney has endured during his young life...a devastating fall, multiple surgeries followed by complications, and a rare disease eventually landed him in a wheelchair. His recovery and mission to live a life full of purpose and…
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Forgiving a Good Man with Mark Goodman
Mark Goodman is an expert on forgiveness. Lord knows we all need coaching on this subject! Mark has written a new book about his journey from abuse survivor to forgiveness advocate in, "Forgiving a Good Man". You'll learn from Mark that freedom awaits for those who choose the sometimes difficult...
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Radical Youth Work with Dr. Wes Robins
Breakthrough often requires a radical approach, especially when it comes to adolescents who are struggling with mental health and other challenges. My friend, Dr. Weston Robins, a psychologist, is leading the charge through "radical youth work" for teens and young people through his organization,...
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Nonprofit Spotlight: Ubora Tanzania
The call on my heart to serve in Africa came later in life through my work as a communications consultant for the nonprofit Ubora Tanzania. Ubora (a Swahili word for excellence) serves a rural village in the valley of Mount Kilimanjaro and has for over 20 years now. In this hope-filled episode,...
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Food is Love with Skye Estroff
"The more we have accepting and adventurous eaters, the more that people are accepting and open to different cultures and different people--that adds to progress in the world." - Skye Estroff Atlanta food celeb and social media expert Skye Estroff and Rena Olsen, the host of Relevate, are both...
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Reverend of Radical Change Kirk Driskell
"A lot of people I see fail (in recovery) is because they are unwilling to do the simple disciplines that are required." - Kirk Driskell, Founder-Vision Warriors Church Freedom from drugs and alcohol is not easy, but possible--it takes the heart and discipline of a warrior, according to Kirk...
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Champion for LIFE and founder of LIFEBOX Heather Palacios
This episode contains sensitive information on the topic of suicide. If you or a loved are facing a mental health crisis, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255. Heather Palacios has struggled to live since she was 8-years-old. Today she has become an impassioned advocate…
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Giving Sunshine with Jason Clawson
Sunshine and storms often follow one another as we make our way through life on Earth. For Jason Clawson, the storms hit early and suddenly, as his wife was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. Listen to his powerful yet hopeful story and the unexpected gift that helped him find new life and...
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Love Is with Kim Sorrelle
There is, perhaps, no greater mystery than love! Author Kim Sorrelle walks us through what love is and what love is not, as instructed by Paul the Apostle in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. Kim is the author of the new book, Love Is: A Yearlong Experiment of Living out 1 Corinthians 13 Love. While many of…
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My Identity Christ Is with Nakia Cole
"It's my story for God's glory." - Nakia Cole Unresolved childhood trauma, though rarely visible, is often still there, lurking in the shadows and darkness. Rather than hide it, my friend, Nakia Cole, has written a book on her difficult yet ultimately hopeful story, in hopes of inspiring others...
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Hope Slinger Lara MacGregor
Devastating illness can define us. Lara MacGregor first found out she had breast cancer when she was 30 years old and 7 months pregnant and the unthinkable--chemo and pregnancy--had to cooccur. Her and her son both survived. 15 years later and multiple occurrences of the disease, there's a lot we...
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Thrive with Tiffany Huff-Strothers
The joy that exudes from Tiffany Huff-Strothers is palpable. To meet her, you would never suspect a back story of hopelessness and domestic abuse that nearly took her life. Listen to learn how this amazing woman learned not only to survive, but thrive. To learn more about Tiffany:...
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Partner for Social Change--Dr. Ann Price
"We are called to get engaged in our communities..." Dr. Ann Price An important and timely conversation with Dr. Ann Price, a community psychologist and founder of Community Evaluation Solutions about our role in getting involved in helping solve complex societal issues and working toward…
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Survivor Story with Kayla Bergeron
It was a day like any other for Kayla Bergeron when she went to work in the North Tower of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Hear her story of surviving that harrowing day and the trauma she still carries. And how a second DUI arrest ultimately became her lifeline. To learn more about...
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Life is Better With a Dog with Beth Bruchmann
Dogs...they really are man's (or woman's) best friend. This episode is for the dog people of the world or those who might be considering the addition of a canine kid to the family. Beth Bruchmann of Chattahoochee Kennels shares more about the Goldendoodle breed, tips for puppy training and what…
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Relentless with Teemaree
"God placed inside of me a warrior, but I was also scared." - Teemaree To see the confident, beautiful and radiant Teemaree, one could easily assume "charmed life". But looks can be deceiving. Listen and be inspired as leadership coach and author Teemaree shares her personal story of heartbreak…
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Jewelry for Good with Megan Kitt of Tuli
"If people have that desire to do something good in the world, they should go out and chase it." - Megan Kitt, founder of Tuli Jewelry Something as simple as fashion jewelry has the ability to impact the world for good. Listen to learn the inspirational story of Megan Kitt and the company she...
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Radical Love of Neighbor with Corner to Corner
Listen and learn what happens when love of neighbor is lived out fully with Will Acuff and Shana Berkeley from the Nashville nonprofit Corner to Corner. A hope-filled and inspiring conversation about pursuing God-sized dreams and the fantastic work of Corner to Corner. To learn more about Corner…
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Leading Things You Didn't Start with Tyler Reagin
"When you're called into a new role, your job is not to be the person that was there before...don't be them, that's not your job." - Tyler Reagin There will all be times in our life we were are called to step up and lead something. Leadership expert Tyler Reagin sits down with Rena to talk about...
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Better Understanding Alzheimer's with Lisa Skinner
Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia are difficult to understand and manage, dramatically impacting both patients and their caregivers. Lisa Skinner, a behavioral expert in dementia and other brain diseases, provides helpful information for families impact by the disease. She also…
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Called to Serve with Dave Burgess
The call to serve is written on each and every person's heart. But often we get stuck, afraid or unwilling to reach for that higher calling in our lives. In this episode Dave Burgess, an engineer with a degree from Georgia Tech, shares his story of how he moved on from a place of comfort as an...
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Choosing Success with Chris Widener
"Wherever you are is fine...what isn't fine is staying there." - Chris Widener Here's to a new year, fresh starts and believing that better days are ahead! To kick off this season of the Relevate Podcast, motivational speaker Chris Widener is here to help us 'reset' and move forward with…
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Coping through COVID Pandemic with Stephen Walters
While this year's COVID-19 pandemic has threatened our physical health, it has also deeply impacted our mental health. Rev. Stephen Walters of the Summit Counseling Center in metro Atlanta shares his thoughts on coping through Covid, dealing with anxiety, and other ways we can seek to preserve…
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Stellar Storyteller with Jaye Watson
It's easy to get comfortable with where we are in life, to take a 'pass' on new opportunities that don't seem to make sense at the time. In this episode of the Relevate Podcast, veteran journalist Jaye Watson shares her journey of leaving the job she loved in television news to forge a new path…
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Tanzania in Their Hearts
The call to serve in missions was written early on Kathy Stewart's heart. Her and husband, Jim, would eventually serve in Nairobi, Kenya, where her son, Griffin was born. The family eventually returned to the U.S. but Africa would always remain in their hearts, specifically the people of…
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Spark in the Dark with Cathy Semeria
"I am watching my 19-year-old girl change the world and bring people to Jesus from heaven..." - Cathy Semeria Even though she's no longer here on earth, Christina "Tini" Semeria continues to be a spark in the dark. In this episode, her mother Cathy shares more about her talented and faith-filled...
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Be Rich with Bryan Apinis of North Point Ministries
"Most people want to make a difference but don't know how. Be Rich makes it simple." - Bryan Apinis Be Rich is a yearly "go do" initiative of North Point Ministries in metro Atlanta that is now having a tremendous impact on non-profit organizations and people around the world. Learn more about…
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Pandemic Parenting with Life Coach Kimberly Scales
When it comes to parenting in a pandemic, "Patience is the name of the game," advises Kimberly Scales of Investing in Lives. Known as "The Teen Whisperer" by some of her clients, Kimberly shares what she's learned by mentoring and loving on countless teens and emerging adults and how we can…
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Hope is Not Cancelled with Vikki Fraker of Revival 356
"When we get still, we meet the deepest part of who we are." - Vikki Fraker Where is God, we wonder, especially when times are tough? Like now, in the midst of what is seemingly the never-ending Covid-19 pandemic. Life coach Vikki Fraker of Revival 356 shines the light and walks us through the...
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Warrior Mom with Amy Black Durham
Loving someone who struggles with addiction is never an easy path to take, especially when that someone is your child. Listen to learn from the dynamic mother/son duo of Amy and Alec and the life lessons learned and love shared along the way. And the hope that somehow still survives. To learn…
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Recovery Champions with Bill Whitney and Catherine Rosborough
The impact of addiction is devastating our families and our communities. Learn the story of Catherine Rosborough and Bill Whitney, both in long-term recovery and now a married couple, and how they eventually found hope, healing and meaning in their lives. The two are both champions in the…
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Faithful with Dave and Mary Ann Taylor
The call to serve as missionaries in a remote village of Tanzania took both Dave and Mary Ann Taylor by surprise. Learn more about this couple's hope-filled journey and the gifts that have unfolded as a result of their faithfulness. You'll also have a chance to learn more about UboraTZ, a...
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Refresh and Restore with Pastor Tim Price
Pastor Tim Price shares his story of brokenness, redemption and overcoming addiction in this episode of the Relevate Podcast. From a place of humbleness and abundant faith, Tim leads his people with heart and transparency at the newly established Free Chapel Cumming just north of Atlanta. As we...
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Overcomer with Judge Kathy Schrader
"You can choose to be an overcomer or chose to be overcome." - Judge Kathryn Schrader At the moment of Kathryn's birth, forceps were needed to complete the delivery from her mother's womb—the procedure subsequently and permanently damaged her tiny facial nerve. Differentiated since birth, life…
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Lead On with Dan Frey
Leadership expert Dan Frey is here to coach us through quarantine/COVID-19 with some advice for leading well during these uncertain times. Receive valuable coaching tips as shared by Dan, including--how leadership is influence, why skills break down under pressure and how fear is the opposite of...
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Beacon of Hope with Jen Hidinger-Kendrick
In this hope-filled episode, learn how Jen Hidinger-Kendrick turned heartbreak into hope after her husband, Ryan, was diagnosed with stage IV cancer. Jen and Ryan-along with a legion of friends, loved ones and leaders from the Atlanta restaurant community-united to bring one of Atlanta's most...
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Staying Connected with Erik Hawkinson
Change has been the name of the game as many of us have been forced to adapt to a new way of life during this time of Corona Quarantine. Here to help us better navigate the sometimes treacherous waters of online communication is Erik Hawkinson, a global communications consultant. Erik is a true...
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Becca Stevens of Thistle Farms
The thistle is classified as both a flower and weed. It's beautiful, wild and strong and grows in even the most barren and desolate of places. It's also the name of the non-profit organization founded by Becca Stevens, Thistle Farms in Nashville. Hear Becca's story and the message of Loves Heals…
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Suffer Strong with Katherine Wolf
The depth of our character is tested when we go through difficult times. Katherine Wolf survived a catastrophic stroke at the age of 26, and along with her husband, Jay, they have since dedicated their lives to using their story of hope and love to inspire others facing similar challenges....
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Shine On with Berni Leonard and Jacque Hansard of Berni Inc.
Be inspired by the mother/daughter duo of Berni Leonard and Jacque Hansard, who use their professional platform as hair stylists to lift up and serve others. Beyond the magic they create in the salon they co-own, Berni Inc., Berni and Jacque shine as philanthropists and fundraisers and are...
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Top Dog with Sgt. Mark Tappan and Mattis
America's Top Dog is a new TV show on A&E showcasing the brilliant capabilities of K9 and civilian service dogs and the bond that exist between the dogs and their handlers. The Alpharetta (Georgia) PD has a team in the competition, Sergeant Mark Tappan and his beautiful and fearless K9 partner,...
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Namaste Eh? with Carrie O.
The practice of yoga is a mystery for many people. In today's episode, we dive deep with yoga rock star instructor Carrie O. (Carrie Taylor) to talk about the many health benefits of yoga. Originally from Canada, Carrie has spent her life working in the health and fitness profession as a personal...
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The Student/Parent Whisperer with Dr. Jannot
A must-listen for parents, Dr. Jeannine Jannot provides practical and valuable advice for anyone with school-age children. A parent and student coach and author of a fantastic new book, Dr. Jannot shares what parents need to be aware of when their super smart student begins falling apart. Other...
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Lifeline with Carolyn Bradfield
Listen to this powerful episode and learn how one woman turned her own journey of having a child with addiction and unthinkable loss into what would become a lifeline for others. Carolyn Bradfield shares her and Laura's story on this episode of the Relevate Podcast. If you've ever loved someone...
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The Good News of Christmas
Switching it up for this episode, your host, Rena Olsen, is here to share some thoughts on the holiday season. May you pause, listen and be inspired! Please subscribe to the Relevate Podcast and share this episode. We are thankful for your support and encouraged by those who are listening. To…
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De-Stress the Holidays with Jo Abney
For many of us, the holidays and stress go hand-in-hand. Listen in to this live recorded conversation, led by Jo Abney at The Connection (an addiction recovery support center in Forsyth County, Georgia) to learn practical tips on how to have more joy, and less stress, this holiday season! A...
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Defender of LOVE with Sarah Crossman Sullivan
"What's love got to do with it?" Tina Turner sang about IT with not much hope. My guest, Sarah Crossman Sullivan, an attorney and counselor, sings a much different tune...Love has everything to do with IT. Don't miss this powerful and hopeful episode where we dig in to talk about all the ways…
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Driven with Dusty Labossiere
Once reckless, hopeless and addicted, Dusty Labossiere reclaimed his life. Hear his difficult yet hopeful story on this episode of the Relevate Podcast. Now a husband, father and successful real estate agent, Dusty's life serves as an inspiration to many. Please share with those who are still...
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Heart for Africa with Janine Maxwell
It's amazing to me the impact that one person can have on the world. Such is the case with Janine Maxwell, and her husband Ian, and the call on their lives to care for the least of these in Eswatini, Africa (formerly Swaziland). The two are parents to two biological children and 252 once orphaned...
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Inspiring conversations with real people about life. Relevate‘s host, Rena Olsen, believes an amazing life awaits for anyone willing to take that first step.
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