Carpool Conversations

Part of the WinShape Camps Drive-In Track series—short audio experiences for families to listen to on their way to camp.

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Camp mornings can feel rushed—breakfast on the go, bags packed, everyone trying to get out the door. These short daily Drive-In Tracks are designed to meet you right there! Each day offers a short audio experience to encourage your Camper, introduce a meaningful truth, and spark conversations that can continue long after the camp day ends.

In this episode, you’ll join Tiff and Aaron on the way to camp as they welcome your Camper, introduce this summer’s theme—Ascend—and help Campers get ready for the adventure that lies ahead.

We’ll also be introducing our Today’s Truth: Do I have what it takes? God does not make mistakes.

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Part of the WinShape Camps Drive-In Track series–short daily audio experiences created for Campers and families on their way to camp.

Camp mornings can feel rushed–breakfast on the go, bags packed, everyone trying to get out the door. These quick Drive-In Tracks are designed to meet you right there, helping Campers start the day with excitement, meaningful truth, and conversations that can continue long after camp ends.

Today, join Tiff and Aaron as they look back on everything we learned yesterday and remind Campers that no matter what lies ahead, they never have to face it alone.

Today’s Truth: Can I face the unknown? With God, I’m not alone.

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Interested in learning more about WinShape Camps for Communities? Click here to view all of our day camps locations.

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Part of the WinShape Camps Drive-In Track series–short daily audio experiences created for Campers and families on their way to camp.

Camp mornings can feel rushed–breakfast on the go, bags packed, everyone trying to get out the door. These quick Drive-In Tracks are designed to meet you right there, helping Campers start the day with excitement, meaningful truth, and conversations that can continue long after camp ends.

In this episode, you’ll join Tiff and Aaron on the way to camp as they encourage your Camper to show up as their true self and remind them that they are fully known and deeply loved by God.

We’ll also be introducing our Today’s Truth: Who could love the real me? God does—personally.

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Interested in learning more about WinShape Camps for Communities? Click here to view all of our day camps locations.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part of the WinShape Camps Drive-In Track series–short daily audio experiences created for Campers and families on their way to camp.

Camp mornings can feel rushed–breakfast on the go, bags packed, everyone trying to get out the door. These quick Drive-In Tracks are designed to meet you right there, helping Campers start the day with excitement, meaningful truth, and conversations that can continue long after camp ends.

In this episode, you’ll join Tiff and Aaron on the way to camp as they reflect on what your Camper has learned so far and challenge them to take their next steps in following Jesus.

We’ll also be introducing our Today’s Truth: How should I live my life? Step by step, follow Christ.

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Interested in learning more about WinShape Camps for Communities? Click here to view all of our day camps locations.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part of the WinShape Camps Drive-In Track series–short daily audio experiences created for Campers and families on their way to camp.

Camp mornings can feel rushed–breakfast on the go, bags packed, everyone trying to get out the door. These quick Drive-In Tracks are designed to meet you right there, helping Campers start the day with excitement, meaningful truth, and conversations that can continue long after camp ends.

In this episode, you’ll join Tiff and Aaron on the way to camp as they celebrate all your Camper has experienced this week and remind them of the truths they can carry with them long after camp comes to an end.

Today, we’re looking back on everything we’ve learned together this week:

Today's Truths:
Do I have what it takes? God does not make mistakes.
Can I face the unknown? With God, I’m not alone.
Who could love the real me? God does–personally.
How should I live my life? Step by step, follow Christ.

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Interested in learning more about WinShape Camps for Communities? Click here to view all of our day camps locations.

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In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Sara sit down with Taylor Shannon from ESP (Extra Special People) to talk about what it really means to help kids with disabilities experience belonging. Taylor shares how ESP creates relationship-centered spaces where individuals with disabilities and their families are known, valued, and included, and offers practical encouragement for parents who want to raise compassionate, confident kids who see and celebrate others well.

Together, they discuss how to respond when kids ask awkward questions in public, simple ways families can build genuine friendships within the disability community, and what parents should look for when choosing inclusive environments like summer camps. Taylor also speaks directly to parents navigating a new diagnosis or difficult season, reminding them that they are not alone and that their child’s value has never changed. Whether your family has firsthand experience with disability or you simply want to help your kids grow in empathy and kindness, this conversation is full of insights, wisdom, and hope.

Resources:

Website: Extra Special People

"Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You" by Sonia Sotomayor

"When Charlie Met Emma" by Amy Webb

"Dreams Come True" by Lia Johnson

"The Joy Exchange" by Laura Hope Whitaker

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Question of the Week: If someone in your class or friend group learns or moves differently, what are some ways you can be a good friend to them?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Taylor Shannon

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Marissa sit down with Beth Guckenberger – co-founder of Back2Back Ministries, author, speaker, and mom – to talk about a parenting challenge many families face – helping kids process difficult, confusing, and sometimes complicated news.

So how do parents talk honestly about hard things without overwhelming or frightening their kids? Drawing from her experience as a missionary, parent, and ministry leader, Beth shares practical, faith-filled wisdom for navigating tough conversations with confidence and compassion.

Together, they discuss how to discern what to share (and what not to share), signs your child may be struggling even when they aren’t saying much, simple ways to create safe spaces for emotional processing, and how families can remain rooted in hope when the world feels heavy.

If you’ve ever wondered how to help your kids make sense of complicated news while pointing them back to God’s truth, this conversation will equip and encourage you.

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BacktoBack Ministries

Trauma Free World Resources

Book: Presence Matters by Beth Guckenberger

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Question of the Week: When you hear something bad in the news or in your life, what questions pop into your head?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe and Marissa Ray

Guest: Beth Guckenberger

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps

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In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Marissa sit down with author, speaker, and podcast host Tara Sun to talk about something every parent feels but rarely escapes—overwhelm. Between packed schedules, constant noise, and the pressure to “do it all,” finding peace can feel out of reach.

Drawing from her book Overbooked and Overwhelmed, Tara shares her personal story of hitting a turning point that revealed just how disconnected she had become—from God, from her purpose, and even from the present moments of motherhood. With honesty and encouragement, she reminds parents that peace isn’t found in perfect systems or better time management, but in a deeper awareness of God’s presence in the middle of everyday chaos.

Together, they explore what it looks like to shift your mindset, slow down internally (even when life doesn’t), and reconnect with what truly matters. Tara offers practical, grace-filled strategies for navigating overstimulation, cultivating self-awareness, and breaking free from the cycle of constant busyness.

If you’re feeling stretched thin, mentally exhausted, or just longing for a little more calm in your parenting journey, this conversation will meet you right where you are—and point you toward lasting peace.

Resources:

Overbooked & Overwhelmed by Tara Sun

Surrender your Story by Tara Sun

Podcast: Truth Talks with Tara

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Question of the Week: What makes you feel overwhelmed? What are some things you can do when you feel that way? 

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guest: Tara Sun

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps

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In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with author and mom of four, Amber Lia, to talk honestly about something many parents wrestle with but rarely say out loud—anger. Drawing from her new book, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger, Amber shares her own story with refreshing vulnerability and offers practical, grace-filled tools for the moments when frustration rises.

Together, they explore how anger shows up in parenting, recognizing the difference between righteous anger and destructive frustration, and what it looks like to grow in patience even on the hardest days. Amber also unpacks simple, intentional strategies that help moms pause, reset, and respond with gentleness—reminding every parent that change is possible.

Whatever season you are in, this conversation will encourage you to breathe deeply, release shame, and take meaningful steps toward transformation.

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Book: Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger

Meet our Guest: Amber Lia

Book: Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses

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Question of the Week: When have you recently noticed that I was angry, and how did it make you feel?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe and Sara Jones

Guest: Amber Lia

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps

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From big questions to big imaginations, every child has a unique spark of creativity worth noticing and nurturing.

In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Emily and Marissa sit down with Travis Hawkins, Manager of the Creative Services team at WinShape Camps to talk about what it looks like to nurture creativity and curiosity in our kids. Together, they explore how creativity reflects the heart of our Creator, how every child may express their creativity differently, and how parents can encourage it in simple, meaningful ways.

Whether your child loves to build, imagine, ask questions, make music, or paint, this conversation will encourage you to see creativity as a gift from God worth noticing and nurturing. Plus, Travis shares practical ideas for helping kids grow in curiosity, confidence, and wonder.

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Question of the Week: In what ways do you think God made you creative?

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Hosts: Emily Alters & Marissa Ray

Guest: Travis Hawkins

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps

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