Today's guest is Madi Staton! Madi is a sophomore at the University of Alabama, leading a Bible study called Daily Does with two other sophomores. Listen as we discuss the importance of making Jesus known, confidence, body image, trusting God's plan when we can't see it, overcoming "failure," being a leader without having a label, and more!

Today's guest is Erin Maroon, founder of Ashlie's Embrace. Ashlie's Embrace is a nonprofit that provides cooling units, called CuddleCots, to medical facilities throughout the U.S. to support families facing stillbirth and infant loss. Listen as Erin shares Ashlie's story, the impact and mission of Ashlie's Embrace, insight on grief, the value of a strong support system, and finding purpose in life's most painful moments.

Today, Kitty is back on the podcast! Listen as we recap our 2023, everything from Dollywood to American Idol Season 22! We also dive into the value of letting go of what we can't control, overcoming worry, leadership, MEETING DOLLY PARTON, Kitty's time with Norwegian Cruises, stories from Miss Georgia week, and so much more! You don't want to miss this one!

Today's guest is Emma Gibney, Miss Massachusetts' Teen! Her Community service initiative is S.T.A.Y: Start the Awareness Young, Suicide Prevention. September is Suicide Prevention Month, so there is no other guest for today than Emma. Listen as we discuss her why, her story, signs of someone struggling with mental health and suicidal thoughts, how to reach out to someone in a dark place, being proud of who God made you in every season of life, encouraging each other rather than comparing yourself to everyone, learning to just be in every moment of life, and more.

Today I am joined by Kristen Berset-Harris. She is a former Miss Florida and competed at Miss USA in 2004. She is the host of "Great Day Washington" on CBS in Washington DC. Prior to that, she was a sports anchor/reporter at that CBS station, a sports anchor/reporter for a Baltimore FOX affiliate, a news anchor at an NBC affiliate, and hosted the "Ravens Report" for the Baltimore Ravens. She is a two time breast cancer survivor, and her story will move you to want to see life with a silver lining. Listen as we discuss the power of lifting others up, the impact pageantry had on her life, her journey in the journalism industry, watching the dots of your life connect through hindsight, the purpose of every life season, seeing obstacles as motivators, the power of listening to the unique stories of others, women in the sports industry, the importance of authenticity, and so much more. Her story speaks for itself, so don't miss this one!

Today I am joined by Elaina Burt, Miss Alabama's Teen 2023! She radiates the joy of Christ in everything she does. Listen as we discuss what it means to invest in others, to plant seeds, not letting fear and anxiety keep you from stepping into your calling, finding peace, her journey through the Miss America Opportunity and the impact it's had on her life, letting go of control to receive gifts from God, not being afraid of your own potential and value, living boldly for Christ and who He made you to be, and so much more.

In this episode I am joined by Katie Griswold, Miss South Central Georgia's Teen. Listen as we discuss Katie's community service initiative, Autism Acceptance, her personal journey with autism, letting go of things that aren't the right fit for you, how Miss Georgia has impacted her life, the influence her faith has on everything she does, learning to have more of Jesus and less of self, her experiences with dancing and singing, her LOVE for Elvis Presley, and more.

Today I am joined by my brother, Kannon Key, and former guest, Alexae Phillips. Listen as we discuss their stories from a recent mission trip to Sri Lanka, knowing God fully, God calling their stomachs, finding common ground in Christ despite cultural differences, the power of prayer even with language barriers, God's miracle working power, the importance of being a cultural learner, college advice for incoming freshmen, and so much more.

Today I am joined by Brilyn Hollyhand, 16 year-old Editor in Chief of The Truth Gazette. In this episode we discuss 1 Timothy 4:12, encouraging the youth of today to take action to improve our country and the world, where to find the courage to live boldly for what you are passionate about, making a seat for yourself at the table, the importance of community and mentors, learning to rest, the power of prayer, handing everything over to God, learning to be present, humility, his story of how he's gotten where he is, and more!