The 20 Effect

In this episode, I'm joined by KayDianna Mackenzie Davis Garza, a sweet friend and such a truly authentic person. KayDianna and I met through my cousin, Camryn, and were bridesmaids together in her wedding. She shares her story of growing up a dancer and ultimately going on to become a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader for four incredible seasons. We discuss how life doesn’t always unfold the way we expect, and more often than not, we find ourselves in the messy middle. We talk about what it looks like to grow through uncertainty, release the pressure to have everything figured out, and how to trust God’s plan, even when it doesn’t make sense. KayDianna opens up about how she’s walked through this season of her life and shares thoughtful advice for anyone navigating transition, identity shifts, or waiting on what’s next. This conversation is honest, encouraging, and a reminder that even in the silence, God is still working.

In this episode, I'm talking about a big life update...I moved to Austin, TX! I'm currently going through a big season of change and have been navigating the ups and downs that come with it. The past few months have been filled with incredible blessings, but also moments of doubt, uncertainty, and growing pains. I open up about what this move has looked like for me, what I've learned along the way, and how these seasons of change shape us into the next best version of ourselves. I share ways to remain grounded when everything around you is shifting, along with encouragement for anyone navigating transition, change, or the unknown. Sometimes it's about letting go and trusting that God is always going to show up and provide a way.

In this episode, I’m joined by two incredible friends, Paityn Frye and Dustin Crenshaw, who are currently engaged and will be getting married next fall. Paityn and Dustin share their story of first meeting at a Fellowship of Christian Athletes event and open up about their journeys through singleness, dating, and engagement. They share what they’ve learned in each season and how those experiences have shaped the way they love and support one another now. We have an honest conversation about what it means to build a strong, Christ-centered relationship rooted in intentionality and growth. We talk about what it looks like to pursue each other well, how to keep God first, and how to recognize the difference between a relationship that’s from God and one that isn’t. Whether you’re navigating singleness, waiting on the right relationship, or growing in one, this episode is full of real insight and encouragement about what it looks like to honor God and each other, in every stage of love.

In this episode, I’m joined by my roommate, Karrera Nevins, as we record on our last night in the apartment together. While sitting among boxes, we reflect on the past two years of living together. We talk about what it’s been like to go through life in similar seasons, the laughs, late-night talks, and the hard moments that pushed us to grow. We open up about the challenges we faced as roommates, how communication made all the difference, and the lessons we’ve learned from one another along the way. As we step into new chapters, we share some advice for others in their 20s who are figuring out how to navigate living with roommates. Through it all, we reflect on how God has been at the center of our friendship, guiding us, teaching us, and reminding us that He places the right people in our lives at just the right time.

In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Schmidt, an incredible mentor in my life and in the lives of so many college students navigating their 20s. Kelly shares her own story of being at a crossroads and having to decide between playing professional basketball overseas or stepping into coaching. At the time, it felt like a “right or wrong” decision, but over the years she’s learned that either path would have ultimately led her to where she is today. We discuss how, as believers, our ultimate purpose is already known, yet God often places people, opportunities, and experiences in our lives to guide us along the way. We talk about decision-making in seasons of uncertainty and how to recognize the difference between our own selfish desires and the desires God places on our hearts. Kelly shares wisdom on how important it is to find, know, and live out your purpose, because when you do, it becomes a guide for your life and the foundation for every choice you make.