Episode Archives

Beth and Kim sit down with Courtnie and celebrate Christmas by sharing all that is beautiful. Merry Christmas! Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She loves to learn more about the character of God, and longs to be more like Him. Follow us on Facebook and Inst...

Kim and Beth sit down and talk about the weeds of Christmas. We all have things in our lives that make this time difficult and finding ways to navigate the weeds and still have joy is so important. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

Beth and Kim have a great time talking about all the things that bring such joy at Christmas. Perhaps more than ever it feels like this Christmas we need JOY!!!! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

Beth and Kim sit down with the ever popular Courtnie Hodgins, and Carolyn Kendall to have a fun conversation about all things thanksgiving. They share traditions, talk about food (of course) and just experience all the joys of talking about Thanksgiving. Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, s...

Mary Beth shares her story of God leading as her family makes the choice to foster children and adoption. Mary Beth Hagan is an elementary school teacher and a mother of four. She has two grown children- Marissa and Mitchell, and two adopted children, David (12) and John (10). She loves living in the mountains of North Carolina where her family enjoys hiking, biking, and traveling. Mary Beth is passionate about children and young adults of all ages feeling valued and encouraged to reach their f...

Beth and Kim sit down to talk with their friend Tammy Vaughn to have a real honest conversation. Tammy is the proud wife (of 33 years) to Bob Vaughan, mother of Matt and Luke, graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy near Asheville, NC (go ’83), daughter of God, and 3-year breast cancer survivor. Raised in Asheville from seventh grade through college, all she wanted was to get back to the mountains. She and her family were able to do this in 2007, just in time for their boys to attend her same academy....

A long long time ago, before Covid-19 when life was as it once was, Beth and Kim sat down to discuss the ever important topic of balance. We all struggle with all the demands of life, often finding ourselves overwhelmed and torn in different ways. Is it possible to have balance, or should balance really even be the goal? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

This week Beth and Kim talk with their friend Phyllis Lytle about her ever deepening "Walk with Jesus." Phyllis Lytle is a wife, mother of 6, grandmother of 16, great grandmother of 7. Approaching her 79th birthday, Phyllis's walk with God began in her mid 40s. She is a prayer warrior and a woman of God. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

It is not a surprise to us that parenting adult children has been one of our most requested topics from our listeners. Navigating this time can be a challenge but there are also so many joys! In this episode Beth and Kim have a wonderful conversation with Beth Anderson, a personal life coach, Volunteer Coordinator for Proverbs 31 Ministries, a wife, and a mother of three adult children, about the blessings and challenges of being a parent to our now adult children. For more Information about Pro...

Kim and Beth sit down with two amazing women, Laura for a fun conversation about the benefits of making health a priority in your life and Laura's journey to be the healthiest version of herself. Laura Aggabao is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering women to gain control of their health and fall in love with self-care. She lives in the country with her military and fireman hubby with their 3 wild kiddos underfoot. She enjoys running, plant-based cooking, and tracking ...

Beth and Kim has the distinct privilege of sitting down with the very inspirational Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith. She is the author of Born Yesterday a book that had a huge impact on Beth personally. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith—or “Dr. Rachel”—is a master communicator and life lessons coach who loves to share her faith through laughter and tears and to encourage others to flourish. Drawing from her unique perspectives on life, she presents regularly for...

This week Beth and Kim sit down with All-American runner and Olympian Halycon MacKnight. Halcyon MacKnight is an Author, Speaker, Olympian, and was a good friend to her mom. She likes to call herself a pioneer of things that are great. She calls herself a catalyst for motivation, passion, humor, and energy. She works with people of all ages especially women who want to take charge of their lives to create the life they love. Believing in whom you are and using the tools and talents God has given...

Beth and Kim have the distinct privilege of sitting down and learning from Dr. Lucretia Berry, founder of Brownicity.comand author of 'What LIES Between Us Journal and Guide: Fostering First Steps Toward Racial Healing.' Dr. Berry is passionate about helping people overcome boundaries through spiritual and social consciousness. This is an important conversation and just the beginning of many more conversations to come. Resources: www.brownicity.com What LIES Between Us Journal & Guide: Fosterin...

In light of all that is going on in our world today, it seems that we have lost the art of being kind. Beth and Kim sit down with Courtnie Hodgins and talk about kindness and the importance of being kind! Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She loves to learn m...

Beth and Kim sit down and have a fun conversation with Ryan Becker, a friend and colleague. Ryan, one of the most prolific podcasters in the Adventist Church talks about ministry, depression and his journey toward wholeness. Ryan Becker is a Seventh-day Adventist ministry leader currently residing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, he first moved to Tennessee in 2011 to attend Southern Adventist University. While working on his theology degree, Ryan got involved in ...

Beth and Kim sit down with an amazing young woman, Cassie Williams, to talk about the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to the topic of food. Food is a touch subject for most, eliciting pressures and/or hatred. Cassie Williams is a registered nursing living in Tennessee with her husband Spenser. She is graduating soon with a nurse practitioner degree and hopes to work in an environment where she can teach her patients about the healing power of food! She is excited to see how God leads h...

Kim and Beth sit down with two amazing women, Laura and Courtnie for a fun conversation about the benefits and the challenges of finding and being in a tribe. They explore how tribes can contribute to both joy and weeds. Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10. She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She ...

Right now, we are seeing unprecedented times. It is natural when difficulties arise for someone to begin battling depression. Depression has always had a negative stigma and many are afraid to talk about it or admit that they notice something is "off" when them. In this episode, Beth and Kim talk about the impact of Covid-19, depression and navigating both. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

This is an open candid conversation with Joanne about divorce, having hope, finding joy, and living the abundant life God desires for her. This is a beautiful conversation that is important for all to hear. If you are going through a divorce it can bring encouragement, if you know someone who is going through it or is divorced it will give you insights and understanding. Thanks for listening! Joanne Langevin is a 3rd generation Seventh-Day Adventist that has been divorced and remarried. She has...

Because of some feedback from their listeners, Beth and Kim discuss some of the things that contribute or take away our joy. This was taped before the Covid-19 epidemic hit, however this is still a very important subject, perhaps more important than ever. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

This is a special edition of Joy in the Weeds. Beth and Kim discuss Social Distancing, the weeds, the joys and the beauty of incorporating scripture as we navigate life in these challenging times. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org

In this episode Anna Grissom and Lucy Hall talk about singleness as women from two very different perspectives. Anna is 29 and never been married and Lucy is "a senior citizen" and has been divorced, a single mom, then remarried and now widowed. Their perspectives, and wisdom will encourage you in your singleness or give you insight into loving those around you who are single. Our Guests: Anna Grissom is a pediatric oncology nurse in Greenville, SC. She is the proud mom of two adorable dogs, El...

Kim, after much bible study, has a beautiful way of defining forgiveness. We explore when as Christians it is required of us and when it is not. What does the Bible say about Forgiveness? — I John 1:9 & II Chronicles 7:14

Anna Grissom along with Beth and Kim talk about the importance and the struggle of being confident and still humble. Anna Grissom is a pediatric oncology nurse in Greenville, SC. She is the proud mom of two adorable dogs, Ella and Bell. Anna loves all things Disney, snuggling with her dogs, leading worship, spending time with family and especially being Auntie Anna to her Nephew Nolan.