Share Your Story with Ellie

Hey friends! Wow, I cannot believe it's been a whole year of the podcast. Thank you SO MUCH for listening. I hope these stories have blessed you as much as they've blessed me! Today's episode features reflections on the date October 17 which holds a lot of weight in my life. I share my heart and hope for this podcast(and ultimately my story). See you soon on Season 3! RESOURCES: ⁠October 17 Blog Post⁠ ⁠Mia Fields on Rita Springer's Podcast⁠ FOLLOW SYS: ⁠⁠⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠⁠

Welcome back, friends! As we head into October, I wanted to share the music, sermons, food, fashion, and beauty that I'm loving as we head into fall. I'd love to hear what you're loving right now! Leave a comment on Spotify or on the SYS instagram. I've added links to a bunch of the resources below, but if you're missing anything, please reach out! Thanks for spending time with me today! Music: Aodhán King ⁠Saturated 2024 Playlist⁠ Jon McLaughlin Mood Sermons: Pator Ben Stuart- Saturated 2024 Pastor Derwin Gray- Saturated 2024 Paige Brown- Joshua & Judges Recipes: White Bean Turkey Chili Brocc Your Body Links: Dibs Brush Dae Hair Oil Rosemary Oil Hair Mask Castor Oil Follow SYS: ⁠⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠

Hey, friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. Today’s episode is a little different. It’s time for a little story time. After all, this podcast is called “Share Your Story”, right? Now, these events are unfolding in real time, not wrapped up in bows, and I’m not even sure there is a main conclusion or lesson. However, it’s a story that I felt the Lord invited me to share. I'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow SYS: ⁠⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠

Hey friends! Rather than sharing a few of my favorite things or resources to help deepen your faith, I feel led to pray over you. I hope this is a prayer that offers you peace and hope in the midst of your day. Return to it when you need a big sister, friend, or fellow follower of Jesus to encourage you. Be blessed! Follow SYS: ⁠⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠

Welcome back to the Share Your Story with Ellie Podcast. I’m thrilled you’re here! Firstly, I want to say thank you for the kind words you’ve offered to both me and Mac after last Thursday’s episode. Sharing your story requires incredible vulnerability, which can feel really, really risky. Your texts and “me too’s” have brought comfort and confidence that getting real with life’s gritty truths matter. Thank you. Today’s episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Mac Macon. If you missed ⁠Part 1⁠, please make sure you go back and listen, as we’ll pick back up right where we left off. Mac tells more details of his battle with alcoholism and substance abuse. He also shares the tragic moment of losing a dear friend due to drugs, and he details the way God meets with him through AA. I’m grateful Mac gave so much of himself and his story in order to inspire vulnerability, change, and ultimately, hope for others who may be walking a similar path. I can’t tell you how amazed I am by Mac’s story and commitment to his new life. Growing up alongside Mac, I never knew the real depths of what he was struggling with– not just in substance abuse but in believing the lies of the enemy about his identity. I remember hearing our mom’s prayers over his life–and all of us as their kids– that he would find ultimate peace in the Lord. His current reality is ushered in by the many prayers of others, yes, but all the glory is to God, who never stops pursuing Mac and never stops pursuing us. Mac’s surrender and perspective to take action WITH God reminds me of the book of James. Mac’s life points to the reality that it is only through God that he can be saved, but it is not just being a hearer of the Word but also a doer that keeps him continually walking in freedom. Resources: ⁠⁠Get Help with Substance Abuse⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Susan Britt on SYS Part 1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Susan Britt on SYS Part 2⁠⁠ Follow SYS: ⁠⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠

Happy Thursday, friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m really thankful you’re choosing to spend your time with me! Today, I’ve got my old family friend ⁠Mac Macon⁠ on the podcast. And yes, you’ll recognize that name, because he is ⁠Susan Britt Macon⁠’s son! Our families spent so much time together, especially over holidays– which you’ll hear us reminisce on– and so much of my memories growing up center around the Macons. Mac mentions it in the show, but his friends used to always call him “Mother Goose”, because he was always telling captivating and hysterical stories. That nickname still rings true! Thanks to a little nudge from his sweet fiancé Schuyler, Mac reached out to me a few weeks ago about wanting to share his story with self abuse, specifically struggling with alcoholism. Hearing his honesty about the battles he’s fought against alcoholism and drug use, his clarity after hitting rock bottom, and ultimately, his generosity to share his story with sobriety in order to help other people. In Part 1 of our conversation, Mac offers the raw details of the circumstances that led to his alcohol dependence and the gritty stories of what’s gotten him to this point. I’m honored he would choose to share his story with me and so many others and pray so many more will be set free from the bondage of self harm. Resources: ⁠Get Help with Substance Abuse⁠ ⁠Susan Britt on SYS Part 1⁠ ⁠Susan Britt on SYS Part 2⁠ Follow SYS: ⁠SYS on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Ellie's Blog⁠⁠

Hi my friends! I hope you had a great Labor Day weekend! I’m so happy you’re joining me for another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m really excited to introduce you to a new friend of mine. ⁠Morgan Kruege⁠r is a wife, mom of 2 little boys, author, speaker, and freedom advocate. She also works part time for a beautiful ministry called ⁠Faithfully Restored Women⁠. Her very first book ⁠“Goodbye Hiding, Hello Freedom”⁠ releases TODAY!  This conversation is so life-giving. Morgan shares her hard-fought wisdom in turning towards the Lord in the heartbreaking areas of her life to find ultimate freedom and unwavering love in Jesus. She shares so much Biblical truth and practical application on how to walk in freedom and cut loose the chains of shame from our past. God made this a divine appointment for me, and I know this episode will serve as that for you too. You’re going to absolutely love Morgan’s sincere heart and commitment to see other women find freedom in Jesus like she has. I’m so excited to share this conversation with my new friend, Morgan. Resources from Morgan: ⁠Goodbye Hiding, Hello Freedom⁠ ⁠Morgan on Instagram⁠ ⁠Morgan's Website⁠ Follow SYS: ⁠SYS on Instagram⁠ ⁠Ellie on Instagram⁠ ⁠Ellie on TikTok⁠ ⁠Ellie's Blog⁠

Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. Today, I'm sharing a few favorites from the month of August! These episodes are designed to be short and sweet to offer you encouragement, recommendations, and resources of things I'm loving this month. If you try any out, please let me know! I'd also love to hear what you're loving this month. Please share with me on social! Resources: Let's Read the Gospels Podcast Paige Brown Fall Study Sign Up Thank You So Much Jesus Child of God F-1 Trillion Follow SYS: SYS on Instagram Ellie on Instagram Ellie on TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello my friends! Welcome back to the Share Your Story with Ellie podcast! I’m really excited to have a repeat guest back on the show! Today you get to hear my conversation with one of my dearest college friends, Meghan Ryan Asbury. Meghan is an author and speaker who loves to hype people up to pursue Jesus, so they don’t miss the best part of life. She’s determined to not let her generation waste their lives trying to be comfortable, but instead encourages us to find our callings and run after them. She currently lives in Nashville with her husband Lucas and is about to release HER VERY FIRST BOOK, which releases September 10!  The book is called, “You Are Not Behind”, which is a message I know so many of us can relate to. Meghan unravels the exhaustion we feel with trying to keep up, the grief of life not looking like we’ve hoped, and offers hope for the future in finding contentment in the Lord. I have conversations with friends all the time about how we feel frustrated with where our life is in comparison with others and questioning how we reconcile those frustrations with what we know to be true about God’s character. I trust Meghan in a lot of things, and this topic is top of that list. I’m so excited to learn from her experiential wisdom from her, and I know you’re going to love this conversation.

Happy Thursday, friends! I know there’s a lot of ways you could spend your time, so I’m really grateful you chose to spend it with me. We’re back with Part 2 of my conversation with Eunice! If you haven’t listened to Part 1, pause here and go back to that episode. Eunice shares her history of growing up in Papua New Guinea and her journey to building a strong friendship with Jesus. So much of how her faith progressed leads into today’s episode. I’m so thrilled for you to hear the story of Eunice and her husband JT. BUCKLE UP! Because it’s so good and you’re not going to want to miss a detail of any minute of this next hour and a half. Right after we met, Eunice started sharing just how God had called her to pray for her husband and how praying for her future spouse built her relationship with the Lord. The intricate details God intertwined in her life and JT’s are a picture of what it really looks like to walk with Jesus step by step in faithful obedience. Eunice is honest about the struggles she faced but her story of continuing to trust God’s character and timing has encouraged me so deeply. I know it will uplift you too.

Hello, my friends! Welcome back to another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m so glad to be back with you today! I apologize in advance for the way my voice sounds– I’ve been couch-ridden for about 5 days but am definitely on the mend! This week on the podcast is a real treat. You’ll have the opportunity to hear my dear friend Eunice’s story. We talk about it briefly, but Eunice and I met about a year ago through a prayer group. Susan Britt, Eunice’s mom Margaret, a woman named Grace, and Eunice all have a prayer group that meets weekly to pray for the nation, pray for one another, and to lead others in healing prayer. A little over a year ago, after sharing some of my struggles with Susan Britt, she suggested I get on this prayer call to dig in deeper for more healing and freedom. And WOW what a game changer! I’m so grateful to have grown up in a praying home and surrounded by community that intercedes on each other’s behalf but to be honest, I’ve really missed it since my mom’s passing. That session and many since have been so life-giving! As is my friendship with Eunice. I think from that very first call, we knew Jesus purposed us to be friends. Her story is one of ultimate faithfulness in just walking step by step in relationship with Jesus through each chapter of life. She’s a fierce prayer warrior, ultimate encourager, gracious listener, and necessary challenger. My faith has grown in being close to Eunice. Today on the show, you’ll hear Part 1 of her story about growing up in Papua New Guinea, seeing God’s faithfulness through her childhood, and deepening her relationship with Jesus, all before her move to the United States. I know you’ll be encouraged and also challenged to grow in your faith as you listen to the first part of Eunice’s story. Follow SYS: SYS on Instagram Ellie on Instagram Ellie on TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hey Friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. Today, I wanted to share a few resources that are encouraging me recently. Each of these has offered me hope and perspective to continue to endure and persevere towards a deeper relationship with Jesus. I hope they offer you the same! Resources: Child of God by Forrest Frank Our Need for Control by Josh Turner Saturated 2022 Sermon by Clayton King The Bible Project YouTube Channel Unfiltered by Cleere Cherry Reaves Follow SYS: Ellie on IG SYS on IG Ellie on TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello friends and happy Tuesday! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m so glad you’re back here for Part 2 of my conversation with Lyndsey. If you missed last Thursdays’ episode, be sure to go back and listen! In Part 1, you’ll learn all about Lyndsey’s photography career. She shares about how she got started and what makes her stand out as a very talented wedding photographer. Lyndsey’s goal is to capture the feelings behind life’s big moments, so that each time you look at an image, you’re transported back to that day. Today on the show, we dive into Lyndsey’s other business– leading a sales team for the skincare company NuSkin. This may seem like a random choice, but Lyndsey offers insight into how God intertwined different pieces of her life in order to give her a successful and fulfilling career. I love how she shares how following God’s nudges for her own life led her into these life-giving ventures and how she can share those passions with others. She also shares her advice about starting a business, the importance of defining your “why”, and hope if you’re in the midst of singleness. Lyndsey brings so much energy to everything she does and Part 2 of our conversation is no different. I can’t wait for you to hear it. Follow Lyndsey on IG Follow SYS: Ellie on IG SYS on IG Ellie on TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello, my friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I am so glad you’re here. Today on the show, you get to meet the incredibly talented Lyndsey Misenar. Lyndsey is a phenomenal wedding photographer who travels all around the world to document love. Her passion is to capture the intangible feelings between a couple in photos, so that they can fully revisit their best day over and over again. Her unique approach to developing a friendship with her couples as well as investing herself in their story creates magic behind the lens. She also runs a sales team for the skincare company NuSkin– which I proudly use myself– and she’s a such a fun follow on Instagram! Lyndsey is also based here in Jacksonville with her fiancé Brad and their fur baby Ollie.  She and I met in high school dance classes and bonded over our love for boys, hip hop, and constant chatting. We haven’t had a chance to catch up in ages, and we really could have gone hours longer than we did! So, today you’ll hear part 1 of our conversation. Lyndsey and I talk about how she followed God’s nudges into photography, what makes her work stand out from others, her intentionality behind each photo, and the importance of knowing your core values as an artist and business person.  I know you’re going to learn so much from Lyndsey, and I cannot wait to hear your takeaways! Without further delay, here’s the first part of my conversation with Lyndsey Misenar. https://www.instagram.com/lyndseyanneco/ https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/ https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/ https://www.tiktok.com/@theellie.b http://www.theellieb.com

Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! Today on the show, I'm sharing a few of my favorite things that are bringing me life and joy in this season. I share 5 of my favorites from each of the following categories: Content, Food/Drink, Beauty, Brands, Wellness, Spiritual, and Learning. I love discovering new products, ideas, and recommendations from friends in my life, so I figured it would be fun to share some of mine with you! You can find most of the products listed below! The overall theme? God is teaching me Isaiah 43:19: "See, I am doing a new thing!    Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?I am making a way in the wilderness    and streams in the wasteland." Links: Beauty Favorites JCrew Favorites Old Navy Favorites Abercrombie Favorites Amazon Favorites Nuuly Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Happy Thursday, friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m so thankful you joined me! I’m thrilled to have my dear friend Jalissa on the show today. Jalissa, her husband, and her 2 kids live in Norfolk, VA. We met back in 2017 thanks to the Pure Barre Riverside community and have stayed friends through many moves and seasons of life. We’ve had the privilege of working together, doing life together, and laughing along the way. Jalissa is the ultimate hype-woman. She’s the most energetic, always caring for others, and commands a room with confidence. Her attitude and positivity are contagious in the best way possible, and she’s such an example of showing strength through changes– and always with the best style. Her life of moving and raising two littles as a military family shows her resilience and commitment to finding the beautiful moments in all seasons. I LOVE HER, and I know you will too. I’d also love for this episode to serve as a reminder that we need to encourage each other and call out the amazing things we see in our people. I know it was so life-giving for both Jalissa and I to be encouraged by the positive qualities we see in each other, so please share this episode and remind a friend that they’re doing their absolute best with a personal note about something that will uplift them. It goes such a long way.

I’m so thrilled to have one of my best friends on the podcast today– Hannah Pataky! She’s already been on Episode 16, where we recapped 2023, but it was time to have her back! You’ll hear us talk about it on the episode, but I barely remember a time before Hannah. She and my sister Mary Claire have been really close friends since middle school, and truly, she’s like a sister to me. She’s the life of the party, the best supporter, and always knows how to make the room laugh. I love her style, her wit, and our shared passion for a good time and great music, so today was the perfect episode for her to share about her summer.  Hannah shares about our trip to North Carolina, recommended reading, and her ins & outs for summer 2024. I can’t wait for you to hear this conversation with my dear friend, Miss Hannah. Follow Hannah: Hannah on IG Hannah on TikTok Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello my friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story With Ellie. I’m so glad we’re together this Thursday! Today on the show, I’ve got my new friend Frank Keasler. I, like many others, know him fondly as “Amen Frank” at the Church of Eleven22. He gained his moniker from his boisterous “Amens” that he offers throughout the weekly sermons when a point really hits home. Our church did a feature on him that I’ll link in the show notes, so you can get a glimpse into his story as well as hear the famous “amen” yourself. We’ve become new friends after meeting outside the lobby at church, and I immediately knew he’d be a great person to have on the podcast. He’s passionate about the Lord, serving younger generations, and has the best podcast voice. We jump all around subjects, but I think Frank’s story is both unique and common. Unique in circumstance, but a common tale of finding absolute success only to be left empty, then turning to Jesus in brokenness and finding everything your soul desires. This is a fun one, and I can’t wait for you to listen. Resources from the Church: Amen Frank's Story Church of Eleven22 Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hi friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story. I’m so glad you’ve joined me for another episode. Today, I am so excited to welcome Darlene Hampton to the show! She is the podcast’s number one fan, and I truly am so blessed by her encouragement– of the podcast and in so many other areas of my life. Darlene is married to Wycke and has two sons, Wade and Reid, as well as a sweet yellow lab, Lee. She’s also a fashion stylist and represents multiple brands and hosts trunk shows from their beautiful home. Darlene has been an integral part of my family for as long as I can remember. She was present at playdates, helping coordinate parties, enjoying lunches and prayer times with my mom, and most importantly supported our family through my mom’s battle with cancer. I love her joyful spirit, her laugh, and her chocolate chip pie, but most of all, I love the way she fiercely protects, provides, and prays for her friends. Darlene pursues people and provides for them in practical ways, while also making sure those around her feel seen and supported. She’s a living example of what it means to walk out the Gospel by loving God’s people, and I’m immensely grateful God placed her in my life to learn from and walk alongside in this journey of life. I know you’re going to love this conversation with my dear friend, who is more like a family member, Darlene. Follow Darlene: Darlene's Instagram Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Happy Thursday, everyone! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m your host Ellie B, and I’m thankful you’ve joined me back here on the podcast. We’re finishing the week with Baylor Knott, another one of my sweet friends from the Book Proposal Bootcamp. Baylor lives in Birmingham with her husband and three beautiful kids. She is a Bible teacher and founder of Everything Beautiful Ministries.  Through Everything Beautiful Ministries, Baylor strives to provide encouragement, community and Biblical truth to women everywhere through blog posts, videos and a weekly devotional delivered right to your inbox! She is also the author of “Thirty Days to Thankful”, a one month journey to a grateful heart. Please check it out via the link in the shownotes! Baylor and I really relate to each other in so many ways but especially on the topic of expectations. Though our stories are different, we’ve both walked through seasons of disappointment after hoping and believing God would deliver a promise the way WE thought He would. Her story of adopting two of her children is so beautiful and encouraging. She has so many sweet details that illustrate the picture of God’s faithfulness. This is such an uplifting conversation, and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

Hello friends! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! I’m your host, Ellie B, and I’m so happy to be back with you this Tuesday. We’ve got a special week in store on the podcast as two of my dear friends from The Book Proposal Bootcamp join me on the show. Today on the show, you’ll hear my conversation with Jay Powers. Jay currently lives in Brandon, Mississippi and is a Certified Professional Coach. He also hosts a podcast with his daughter Hilary called the PowersShift Podcast that releases on Wednesdays.In this episode, Jay shares the life-altering moment his wife almost died and the ripple effects that had on his faith and his family. He shares with raw honesty the questions he faced as well as the decisions he made to choose to see God in the midst of deep pain and disappointment. Jay also speaks of how his purpose in life has shifted and how he wants to help younger generations walk through life with a zeal for what they are called to. I know you’re going to love this conversation, so without further delay, let’s tune in to listen to Jay’s story. Follow Jay:Jay's WebsiteThe PowersShift PodcastThe PowersShift IGThe PowersShift TikTokThe PowersShift YouTube Follow SYS:Podcast InstagramEllie's InstagramEllie's TikTokEllie's Blog

Happy Thursday, friends! Thanks so much for joining me on today’s episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. We’re back with Part 2 of my conversation with Tricia. If you missed part 1, be sure to go back and listen to Trish talk about her story of adoption, growing up in the church, learning from those she served overseas, and how she hears from God. Today’s episode is so much more emotional, so here is your warning now! As we mentioned, we hadn’t seen each other in 3 years, and although we’ve talked and caught up over the phone, the couple of weeks in town was really the first time we had sat and processed our different experiences with losing my mom. But as our conversations typically turn out, we were able to trace back and see God’s faithfulness even in the midst of our pain. Tricia also shares about her time living with the Boline’s, her journey moving back home, and what sets her heart on fire. There’s so much to be learned in this episode, so I cannot wait for you to listen! Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! Today on the show, you’ll hear Part 1 of my conversation with my dear friend, mentor, and sweet sister Leticia Sandstrom, or as everyone calls her “Trish” or “Trisha”. Trisha lives in North Dakota and works as a nurse while also serving as a leader of her church’s prayer ministry.  She previously served as an overseas missionary with an organization called YWAM, and she continues to share her passion for the global church through short-term missions. She generously loves and serves her family and friends, and above all else, she is committed to growing in relationship with Jesus. I call her my sister, because she lived with our family for two and a half years, when I was in high school. God ordained that time together, and Tricia continues to be a guiding voice in my life as I learn to walk more closely with the Lord. She has a gentle spirit but a fierce command by the power of Christ. She has such a beautiful story, and I cannot wait for you to glean so much wisdom from her. In Part 1, we'll discuss the story of her being adopted, trusting God to walk into missions, learning from the global church, and how to hear from God. Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Today, June 5, 2024 marks 5 years since my mom went home to be with Jesus. As you’re listening to this, I’m on a beach somewhere with my favorite latte, a few good books, and lots of words to be exchanged with God. Gratitude for the gift that is having Jane Boline as my mom. Grief that her story and mine didn’t include her healing on this side of heaven. Groaning for the desires unmet and prayers seemingly unanswered. Glory for all He’s seen me through over the last 1,826 when it felt like all hope was lost. Today's episode features my reflections, encouragements I wish I could give my past-self, and hope for what God is going to do next. Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog Katherine Wolf Resources: TSF Podcast Episode Hope Heals Treasures in the Dark

Hello and happy Thursday, friends! Welcome back to the Season 1 Finale of Share Your Story with Ellie! I’m Your host Ellie B, and I’m so glad you’re here. Today on the show, we’re wrapping up my story from college to the present day. If you missed Part 1, please go back and listen to my conversation with Katie covering the first part of my life. In this episode, my roommate/best friend Kelsey is back on the podcast as a host to talk through post-grad experiences, grief, and life in your 20’s! She helps guide the conversation through these beautiful and brutal chapters of my story– just as she walked alongside me throughout these years. I am so eternally grateful. Fair warning, most of this episode is heavy and centers around my mom’s battle with cancer, so I would definitely suggest listening when you have a quiet moment to take it all in for yourself. Thank you for listening so tenderly and offering encouragement through these intense parts of my testimony. So without further adieu, here is part 2…

Hello my friends! Welcome back to the Share Your Story Podcast! I’m your host Ellie B, and I'm extra happy to share this Tuesday with you on my 29th birthday! Thank you so much for being here and tuning in. Today on the show, we flipped the hosting duties around. One of my best friends Katie Williams is back on the podcast (you'll remember her from Episodes 11 and 12), but we switched roles! Katie asks me questions about my story starting from the very beginning. This was such a special way to revisit my birthday– looking back over the triumphs and turns of my life thus far. This is Part 1 of a two-part series so make sure you tune in Thursday to bring things into the present and for the season finale! I’m really excited to share my story with you. Follow Katie: Katie Williams on IG Katie on Episode 11 Katie on Episode 12 Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hi friends! Just me here popping in for a quick update episode! It’s been quite a crazy few months, so I figured it would be great to connect and chat about what’s been encouraging me and what’s to come on the show. You’ve heard me say it before, but this podcast is such a gift to me. I know it’s a calling on my life to communicate and connect people. God has been speaking to me about creating this show and equipping me to understand my own story, while developing the tools in me to be able to steward other people’s stories well. I give him all the credit and all of the glory, because i certainly couldn’t do it in my own strength. As a one woman show, I am thankful for every listen, every text, every comment, every follow, and every share. I plan, prepare, record, edit, produce, create content, and everything that comes with releasing a podcast all on my own, because it is my joy and I know I am purposed in this work. The Pause App Let's Read The Gospels Podcast That Sounds Fun Podcast The Toast Podcast Paige Brown Study Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello friends! Welcome back to the Share Your Story Podcast. I’m so glad you’re tuning in today! My sister Mary Claire joins me on the mic again for a really fun episode! Although there’s deep and heavy subjects to talk through in due time, this conversation really focuses on what makes Mary Claire, Mary Claire! MC/Red/Care, whatever you prefer to call her, is my younger sister by 3 years. She currently lives in Houston, Texas and works in sales. She’s beautiful with a bright personality, committed to all things fun, extremely loyal and kind-hearted, and is always down for a happy hour, a giggle, or a hang on the couch. Mary Claire complements and challenges me in the best ways, and I consider being her sister one of God’s greatest gifts to me. I couldn’t imagine walking through life without her, and I’m so glad you’ll get to learn more about MC today. Follow Mary Claire: MC on Instagram MC on LinkedIn Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello everyone, and welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I’m so glad you decided to join me for today’s episode. My cousin Madeline is back on the podcast to share more of her story! We had the best time recording the M’s + the E’s/Codependents episode over Thanksgiving, and I’m excited for you to learn more about Madeline and her family and her journey through life. Madeline is a wife, a mom of 1 and soon to be 2, an artist, and just the most fun, generous friend. She currently lives in Athens, GA but as you’ll hear in this episode, she’s had quite the path to life back in her hometown. We laughed through so many stories over the years and Madeline shares the wisdom she’s gained from marrying her high school sweetheart, following the Lord’s call throughout her career, and growing through motherhood. I know you’re going to love this conversation with my cousin/sister/friend, Madeline. Follow Madeline: Madeline Kennon on IG Madeline Kennon Studio on IG Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello my friends! Welcome back to another episode of Share Your Story. On this Friday eve, I have SUCH a fun episode for you. Today on the show I have 4 of my very best friends– Mary Claire, Kelsey, Hannah, and Emily. We originally planned to record this over Christmas break, but schedules got in the way. I wanted to have my best gals on the pod to share our favorite stories and moments from 2023. In true 5BB fashion, this turned into a full blown giggle sesh of reliving the shenanigans and silly situations we got ourselves into over the last year. We essentially recapped the big events of 2023 and did not stop laughing the entire time– so hopefully you can follow along and understand us! I’d also highly encourage you to head to the Share Your Story instagram to see the photos we reference throughout the show. There were so many highs and lows last year, but the continual bright spot was these women and the adventures we had together– whether that was reading books on the beach, traveling around the country, or simply sharing stories over meals. I hope you’ll laugh along with us. Follow the 5BB: Kelsey on IG Mary Claire on IG Hannah on IG Hannah on TikTok Emily on IG Emily on TikTok Emily on X Emily on LinkedIn Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Happy Tuesday, everyone! I’m so glad you’re here. We’re back for Part 2 of my conversation with my Aunt Laura. Last week, Laura shared so much of her story of growing up, coming to faith, and what those first few years of following God looked like. It was so fun for me to hear, and if you haven’t listened yet, I highly recommend you go back and listen to Part 1! Today’s episode wades a lot further in the deep end of our experience in walking alongside my mom in her battle against cancer, as well as what our grieving experiences were like after my mom went home to Heaven. It’s definitely heavy, so I’d encourage you to have some time and space to really listen. You’ll hear me say it, but I’m indescribably grateful for my Aunt Laura during this time. We had such an incredible community of people around us during that season, but she was my go-to teammate on the exceedingly good and excruciatingly hard days. You’ll hear so many of those moments today. So let’s jump right back in where we left off with Laura Meeks. Follow Laura: Laura Meeks on IG LMID on IG Follow the SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello dear friends! Welcome back to the Share Your Story Podcast. I’m your host Ellie B. I hope your 2024 is starting off well! I’ve been in bed with a bug, so I apologize that this episode is up later than usual. Today on the show, I’m excited to share Part 1 of my conversation with my Aunt Laura. Laura or “Lala” as so many of us like to call her is the youngest of my mom’s 3 siblings, wife to Craig, mom to Madeline, Emma, and their sweet dog Weezie, and owner of Laura Meeks Interior Design. This episode is full of funny stories of growing up as the youngest of 4 and raising two girls at the same time as my mom, but you’ll also learn so much about Laura’s journey with the Lord and walking out her faith through the various seasons of life.  I really learned so much throughout this episode, and I know you will too! Follow Laura: Laura Meeks on IG LMID on IG Follow the SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello my friends, and Happy New Year! Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie. I hope you had a blessed holiday season– whatever that looks like for you. Thanks so much for bearing with me in the scheduling snafu last week! I am really glad to be back with you via the podcast. Today’s show is just a little message from me, but we’ll return to our typical guest episode on Thursday. I wanted to share some thoughts as I reflect on 2023 and invite you to explore your story more in 2024. Your support and encouragement means SO much to me! Please rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE! Doing so allows the show to be heard by brand new people. I'd also love for you to continue the conversation via instagram or on the Spotify app! Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello and happy Tuesday, friends! I am so glad you’re here tuning into the Share Your Story podcast. I can’t wait for you to hear Part 2 of my conversation with my sweet friend Katie. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, I really encourage you to go back and learn about how we became friends and about Katie’s journey to meeting her husband Bradley. In today’s episode, Katie shares the story of becoming a Realtor after serving various nursing roles. She also offers so much insight and wisdom into how she raises her two sons alongside her husband, and she talks about re-centering her life around her top priorities. Katie is the perfect example of examining your own heart, asking for grace in the process, and ultimately, loving God so you can love others well. *A little housekeeping announcement: there will not be a show this Thursday December 21 or Tuesday December 26, in order to honor the celebration of Christmas! But, please meet me back here on December 28th for a really fun episodes as me and my best friends review our favorites stories from this past year. Can’t wait to talk to you then. Merry Christmas, everyone! Follow Katie: Katie Williams on IG Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Hello, my friends! I hope you’re having a great week so far. I’m so glad you’re here for another episode of Share Your Story. I’m thrilled you’re going to hear words of wisdom from my friend Katie today! Katie is a wife, mom of 2 little boys, and a Realtor. She is a guiding voice in my life, and I learn so much from her just by observing how she leads her life. In part 1 of our conversation, Katie and I revisit how we became friends, and she shares the story of how she and her husband Bradley met. I love this story, and today, December 14th, is the perfect time to hear it. Follow Katie: Katie Williams on IG Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's TikTok Ellie's Blog

Happy Tuesday, everyone, and welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! I’m your host, Ellie B. We’re back for Part 2 of my conversation with The Codependents aka my sister Mary Claire, and my cousins Madeline and Emma. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, I really encourage you to go back and listen to really understand the foundation of this foursome. You’ll hear  how our relationships with one another developed and honestly, you’ll probably mostly laugh along with us as we retell some of the most ridiculous stories from our childhood. Part 2 is picking up right where we left off last week.  We talk in depth about our individual journeys of faith and losing my mom. This was a really special conversation, because we’d never really sat down and revisited some of our darkest days. Talking through some of the most painful days of our lives brings up so much, but mostly, it reminds me that I’m so thankful we had each other and that we continue to see beauty from ashes. So without further delay, here’s part 2 of my conversation with The Codependents. Follow The Codependents: Mary Claire on IG Madeline Kennon on IG Emma Meeks on IG Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Blog

Hello my friends, and Happy Thursday! I’m thrilled you’re here for another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. Today on the show, you’ll hear Part 1 of a conversation with my sister Mary Claire and my cousins Madeline and Emma. We’re really more like sisters to each other and in this episode, you’ll get to hear how our relationship developed from kids who didn’t know how to get along to sisters who support each other through the various peaks and valleys of life. I can’t even begin to describe how much each one of these women mean to me. They’re each uniquely gifted, and I love how our personalities complement and sometimes challenge each other! I hope you’ll giggle along with us as we relive growing up together. Follow The Codependents: Mary Claire on IG Madeline Kennon on IG Emma Meeks on IG Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Blog

Welcome back, friends! I’m so excited you’re here for another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie. Today on the show, you get to hear a conversation with one of my dear friends Kennedy. Kennedy is originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, but moved to Jacksonville a little over a year and a half ago. I knew quickly that Kennedy and I were kindred spirits in that we LOVE to talk and giggle, always find a way to have the best time, and find so much joy in connecting with other people. When I originally planned this episode, I thought our conversation would center around her story of moving and how she connects so well with people, but it turned into something so much deeper and so much greater. Kennedy is absolutely hysterical, light-hearted and FUN, but she’s also a deep well of wisdom who cares deeply for others and ultimately wants to love and follow God wholeheartedly. I can’t wait for you to learn more about her story. Follow Kennedy: Kennedy's Instagram Kennedy's LinkedIn Follow SYS: Podcast Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Blog

Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! I’m your host, Ellie B. Besties Week continues with my best friend and roomie of 6 years, Kelsey. I truly do not even know where to begin to describe Kelsey and the impact her friendship continues to have on my life. Kelsey is truly the best friend everyone wishes they had, and she’s really become my sister. Kelsey is poised and patient. She’s witty and wise. She's gracious and generous. She’s funny and faithful. She’s first to say “yes” to the next fun activity and always first to show up however you need her. We have the MOST fun together, and I couldn’t imagine navigating life without her friendship.  We truly complement each other in the best ways, because our personalities are opposite, but our lives are centered on the same priorities. Over so many years, I've been afraid of being too much. But she shows up and celebrates me for being exactly who I am and even encourages me to be that much more. I know God purposed Kelsey and I to be friends and sisters through this magical and miserable times in our twenties: through seasons of joys, grief, singleness, singing at the top of our lungs, dancing in the kitchen, and so much more.  Kelsey shows me in action how to be a better friend each day, and I know you’ll learn so much about being a friend, offering grace, and pursuing your life with purpose. I am thrilled to invite you into a conversation with my best friend, Kelsey. Follow Kelsey Follow SYS: https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/⁠ ⁠http://www.theellieb.com

Hello friends! Welcome back to another episode of Share Your Story with Ellie! Today on the show, you’ll get to hear one of my best friends, Brooke Dovie Gay, talk through a very important chapter of her story. Brooke has more than 10 years of experience in the design and furniture industry, She is continually captivated by the way textures and furniture blend together to invigorate a space, and she leans on her strategic planning skill sets to share that vision with clients. Brooke served an integral role in launching Industry West Interiors in 2022. Her unique approach to design and dynamic energy drives her to explore out-of-the-box solutions to serve the nuanced needs of each individual project. Brooke has been one of the greatest gifts in my life over the last few years. I have the benefit of spending most of my days with Brooke as coworkers but also as friends. Brooke is the most generous person I know– she gives wholeheartedly to serve other people but also never stops working to better herself. She teaches me to be a better friend with small gifts, sharing the burden of the hard things, and championing people as they chase what’s best for them. I am a better person, because i am so close to Brooke. *A little editor's note before we get started– because I’m still learning! We did run into a few technical difficulties, so there is a bit of an echo. This was my VERY FIRST episode I recorded, and there’s so much I tried to fix, but this is all a process! Also, Brooke FULLY came down with covid the very next day, so the fact that she offered me grace in the recording process and gave so much of herself through this episode is just so emblematic of her as a person. I love her so dearly, and I KNOW you will to. Follow Brooke on LinkedIn Follow SYS: https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/⁠ ⁠http://www.theellieb.com

Welcome back to Share Your Story with Ellie! Today on the show, you'll hear from my sweet friends, the Heath sisters. Mary Grace, Elli, and Palmer are from Athens, GA and have been dear friends of mine and my family’s for as long as I can remember. They recently launched Melbourne– a clothing line inspired by their Mom’s elegance and treasures from their childhood closets. Their brand was created to redefine the expectations of a casual look by blending effortlessly bold design with comfortable,chic silhouettes. I am so thrilled for you to hear my conversation with these inspiring sisters and learn more about the story of their recently launched business! Shop Melbourne: https://melbourneclothing.com/ Melbourne IG Follow the Heath Sisters: https://www.instagram.com/marygracechart/ https://www.instagram.com/wilder_eb/ https://www.instagram.com/palmerheath/ Follow SYS: https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/⁠ ⁠http://www.theellieb.com

Have you ever felt left behind in life? Today on the show, you’ll get to hear a catch up session with me and one of my college besties, Meghan Ryan Asbury (her new last name will be official in just a few weeks, and yes, we talk all about it). Meghan's first book, "You Are Not Behind" releases in September 2024, but you'll have the opportunity to gain wisdom and insight from Meghan's story of finding God's faithfulness in your present season. Make sure you head to her website to receive free resources and subscribe to her email list to be the first to know about her book release! Follow SYS: https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/⁠ ⁠http://www.theellieb.com

Welcome back, friends! We’re back for Part 2 of our episode with Susan Britt Macon. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, I definitely encourage you to go back and listen to SB’s story of coming to faith, her friendship with my mom, and her journey into becoming an artist. In today’s show, we unpack our grief experiences– with tears and with laughter. Being in different states and in different stages of life, I think you’ll learn a lot about our experiences but also hear the different ways you can maybe support someone as they walk through a hard season. There are SO many people God put in my life, my family, my sister, my aunt, my cousins, my friends, my coworkers that all played such integral parts in supporting me, and I am so glad Susan Britt has been one of them. I invite you to listen and laugh along with one of my spiritual mom’s, Susan Britt Macon. Follow and Support Susan Britt and her art: Susan Britt's Instagram Palette Home Southern Secrets Infield All Through the House Follow SYS: Share Your Story with Ellie Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Blog

Welcome back, friends! Today on the show, you’ll hear from my mom’s best friend and one of my spiritual mentors, Susan Britt Macon. Susan Britt is a wife, mom of two children, and grandmother to two beautiful girls. SB is an extremely talented abstract artist who shares hope, joy, and light through her work. Susan Britt is the epitome of joy, and we both love sharing stories and laughing until you can’t even hear sound coming out of our mouths. She’s been an integral part of my life and spiritual walk with the Lord, so I am so happy she joined me for my first episode to share about how she came to know Jesus, her friendship with my mom, and her journey to becoming an artist. Because we can talk for ages, this episode is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that will wrap up on Tuesday, so be sure to come back for the rest of the story. Follow and Support Susan Britt and her art: Susan Britt's Instagram Pallette Home Southern Secrets Infield All Through the House Follow SYS: Share Your Story with Ellie Instagram Ellie's Instagram Ellie's Blog

Welcome to the Share Your Story Podcast! Host Ellie B shares her heart behind the podcast and offers insight into the power of discovering purpose in your story. Each Tuesday and Thursday, Ellie will sit down with a friend and invite them to share their story, whether that be a single chapter or the over-arching narrative of their life. Follow Along! https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/ https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/ https://theellieb.com/

Welcome to Share your Story with Ellie! Join Ellie B. as she uncovers the power of testimony as she talks with friends. Stories matter, because they mark memories of this one life we have the honor of living. Stories orient us and offer hope that we won’t remain in the current chapter forever— whether that reminds us to savor and celebrate it or search for purpose in the painful parts of it. Stories also invite us to see the larger narrative God is writing in our lives and in the world. Through this show, you’ll hear: Stories of trauma and triumph Accounts of accidents and accomplishments Chronicles of daily disciplines and dates gone wrong Tales of late nights dancing with friends and early mornings agonizing over a decision This podcast is an invitation to explore how the story unfolds— both in the big moments and the small memories. Ellie prays these episodes offer you a glimpse of compassion and relatability for a single sentence, paragraph, or page of the story of your life. She believes you’ll see elements of yourself in the trials and triumphs of her family, her friends, her people. Above all, she hopes you discover God’s ultimate story of love and redemption as the invisible string through it all. Your story matters. Tune in Tuesdays and Thursdays for new episodes of Share Your Story with Ellie, wherever you listen to podcasts. https://www.instagram.com/shareyourstorywithellie/ https://www.instagram.com/theellie.b/ http://www.theellieb.com