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  • Faithful in the Fire: Preparing for Days of Darkness  | Andy Coleman | Episode 362
    President of Christian Emergency Alliance Andy Coleman joins Blake to discuss what it means to live as ordinary Christians in unusual times. Andy shares global stories of persecution and spiritual resilience, offering insight into how believers—whether new to the faith or seasoned—can stay grounded amid cultural pressure and spiritual opposition. They explore the hesitation many Christians feel in naming their experiences as persecution, while highlighting modern realities such as online censorship, conscience violations, and pandemic-era restrictions on churches. Drawing on lessons from persecuted believers around the world and biblical history, Andy emphasizes the need for spiritual readiness, discipleship, and hope—even in dark seasons. The episode is a call to courage, clarity, and preparation for families, churches, and individuals seeking to walk faithfully in a shifting world. In this episode, you’ll be able to… Gain a deeper understanding of what modern persecution can look like for Christians in the West and around the world. Learn how to spiritually prepare for increasing cultural pressure and opposition to biblical beliefs. Discover why discipleship—especially early in one’s faith—is essential for enduring in difficult times. Andy is the author of In the Days of Darkness – available everywhere now! To connect with Andy…Website: christianemergency.comFacebook: @andycoleman4OkPodcast: Christian Emergency PodcastX: @christianemerg1 Thanks to our sponsors! AquaTru - Get 20% off any aqua purifier when you use code BLAKE on AquaTru.com. AirDoctor - Visit airdoctorpro.com and get up to $300 off an air purifier when you using the code BLAKE and get a FREE 3-year warranty! Fatty15 - Take charge of your health by visiting fatty15.com/BLAKE and using the code HEALTHY to get an extra 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Pause Before You Snap: Real Talk on Mom Anger | Elizabeth Andreyevskiy | Episode 361
    Anger management coach for Christian moms and podcaster Elizabeth joins Blake to discuss challenges of managing anger as mothers. Elizabeth shares her personal journey, revealing how the stress of motherhood led to moments of intense rage and the profound impact it had on her family. They explore the importance of self-care and spiritual grounding in overcoming these challenges, emphasizing the need for moms to prioritize their well-being without guilt. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, they provide listeners with tools to cultivate patience and emotional regulation in their parenting journey. Her mission is to empower mothers to leave an emotionally healthy legacy for their children—one rooted in Christ, peace and grace.  In this episode, you’ll be able to… Understand the root causes of mom rage and how it often stems from unmet needs, stress, and exhaustion. Learn practical strategies for rewiring your responses in high-pressure parenting moments. Be reminded that growth is possible—and that you’re not alone in the struggle to become the mom you truly want to be. To connect with Elizabeth…Website: emotionallyhealthylegacy.comInstagram: @emotionally_healthy_legacyPodcast: Emotionally Healthy LegacyCoaching Program: Calm Christian MomFree Training: How to become a patient mom so you can stop screaming over spilled milk Thanks to our sponsors! AquaTru - Get 20% off any aqua purifier when you use code BLAKE on AquaTru.com. AirDoctor - Visit airdoctorpro.com and get up to $300 off an air purifier when you using the code BLAKE and get a FREE 3-year warranty! Fatty15 - Take charge of your health by visiting fatty15.com/BLAKE and using the code HEALTHY to get an extra 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • What God Can Do with Our Confessions | Anne Beiler | Episode 360
    Founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Anne Beiler joins Blake to share the powerful story behind the brand so many grew up loving. Anne reflects on her upbringing in an Amish Mennonite community, where faith, family, and simplicity shaped her early view that life was good and God was harsh. She vulnerably recounts how this belief was challenged through deep personal loss, abuse, and suffering, ultimately transforming her theology into one rooted in the truth that life is hard, but God is good. Through candid conversation, Anne emphasizes the importance of sharing our stories to connect, encourage, and point to redemption, especially for young moms navigating their own faith journeys. In this episode, you’ll be able to… Hear the heartbreaking story of a mother’s loss and how it reshaped her faith and understanding of God's presence in suffering. Explore the emotional and spiritual impact of grief on marriage, parenting, and community. Learn how unspoken pain, unresolved questions, and the absence of language for grief can shape a person’s spiritual journey for decades. Anne is the author of Come to the Table – available everywhere now!To connect with Anne…Website: auntieannebeiler.comInstagram: @auntieanneb Thanks to our sponsors! AquaTru - Get 20% off any aqua purifier when you use code BLAKE on AquaTru.com. AirDoctor - Visit airdoctorpro.com and get up to $300 off an air purifier when you using the code BLAKE and get a FREE 3-year warranty! Fatty15 - Take charge of your health by visiting fatty15.com/BLAKE and using the code HEALTHY to get an extra 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • The Tech Exit: Is There a Better Way? | Clare Morell | Episode 359
    Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, author, and mom Clare Morrell joins Blake to discuss her book The Tech Exit and the challenges of parenting in a tech-saturated world. Clare shares her motivation for writing the book, rooted in her background in child protection and tech policy, and emphasizes the need for a countercultural approach to screen use. She encourages parents to reject the idea that giving kids smartphones or social media is inevitable and offers practical principles based on families who have successfully done just that. Throughout the conversation, they stress that this is not about judgment but about equipping parents with hopeful, actionable tools to protect their children’s development in a digital age. In this episode, you’ll be able to… Understand why parental controls and screen time limits often fail to protect kids online. Discover the developmental reasons why kids and teens are more vulnerable to digital addiction. Explore practical alternatives to smartphones that support healthy, age-appropriate tech use. Clare is the author of The Tech Exit – available everywhere now!To connect with Clare…X: @claremorellEPPCInstagram: @claremorell_thetechexit Thanks to our sponsors! AquaTru - Get 20% off any aqua purifier when you use code BLAKE on AquaTru.com. AirDoctor - Visit airdoctorpro.com and get up to $300 off an air purifier when you using the code BLAKE and get a FREE 3-year warranty! Fatty15 - Take charge of your health by visiting fatty15.com/BLAKE and using the code HEALTHY to get an extra 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Peace on Purpose: Walking Differently in a Chaotic World | Leslie Burris | Episode 358
    Podcaster, homemaker, and mom Leslie Burris joins Blake to talk about the power of maintaining peace as a mom, especially in a culture filled with anxiety, judgment, and polarized views. She shares her personal journey of moving from perfectionism and fear-driven living to embracing grace, flexibility, and emotional resilience. The conversation dives into topics like homeschooling, mental health, the "crunchy mom" movement, and the pressure of parenting in the digital age. They reflect on the importance of allowing space for growth, change, and the messy process of figuring things out in faith and motherhood. Ultimately, the episode offers encouragement to moms to stay grounded in Christ and reclaim their peace—without having to do it all perfectly. In this episode, you’ll be able to… Hear how one family’s screen reset led to more creativity, play, and connection between siblings. Reflect on the long-term benefits of creating a home culture where screens are the exception, not the expectation. Discover practical, low-cost ways to foster independent play with tools like Legos, art supplies, and outdoor toys. To connect with Leslie…Website: leslieburris.comPodcast: Peace on PurposeInstagram: @leslie__burrisFacebook: @leslieblueeyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Speakeasy Podcast is a place to have underground conversations out loud. Whether we’re diving into theology, politics, culture, real life, or the way they often all intersect, we’re going to do it together, with kindness and curiosity. Hosted by Blake Guichet (known as @thegirlnamedblake online) -  the best-selling author, Instagrammer, wife, & homeschool mom - the Speakeasy has a place for you, if you want it. The Speakeasy Podcast was formerly the Confessions of Crappy Christian Podcast.
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