We live in a world more divided than ever. From politics to family to friendships, the need to be right has become what James Twyman calls a “pandemic.” But what if the way forward isn’t winning the argument, but choosing love instead?

In this episode of Confidence and Coffee, I sit down with James Twyman, bestselling author of I Don’t Know, Maybe I Love You, a peace troubadour who has sung in war-torn countries, and a man on a mission to depolarize our world.

James shares:
 ✨ The story of how “I don’t know, maybe I love you” started with his brother and became a movement
 ✨ What it means to become a “depolarizing agent” in your family and community
 ✨ How listening—without preparing your rebuttal—can heal divisions
 ✨ Why fear drives polarization and how love is the only antidote
 ✨ Practical steps to bridge divides, even when you deeply disagree

This episode will challenge you, encourage you, and remind you that change starts small—with a willingness to listen and love.

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Do you ever feel like you are constantly forced to choose between your family, your career, and yourself? My guest today, Tiffany Sauder, believes you do not have to choose. She calls it creating a Life of And.

In this conversation, Tiffany and I dive into:
 ✨ Why most women slip into “unbalanced characters” like the grumpy servant or the lonely achiever
 ✨ Practical ways to say goodbye to guilt and overwhelm
 ✨ How to create space for family, career, and self without burning out
 ✨ The “minimums” strategy that keeps you fulfilled in every season
 ✨ What it looks like to build a life with more peace, intimacy, and purpose

Tiffany is a successful entrepreneur, founder of Element Three, podcast host, and the creator of the Life of And Academy. She has walked through building businesses, raising four kids, and navigating marriage in the middle of it all. Her wisdom is both practical and deeply inspiring for women who want to stop living in either-or and start living in the freedom of and.

If you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and ready to learn how to pursue your calling while staying present with the people who matter most, this episode will speak straight to you.

Listen now and learn how to step into your own Life of And.

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If you’ve ever experienced a broken relationship... whether with family, friends, or even yourself. This episode is for you.

In this deeply honest conversation, Ashley Henriott sits down with Jodi LaRae Cunningham, author, strategist, licensed chaplain, and advocate for reconciliation, to talk about estrangement: what it really means, where it starts, and how to find peace whether restoration happens or not.

We cover:

• Jodi’s personal story of estrangement with her children... and what led to healing
• The 3 “kingdoms” influencing your relationships (and how to know which one you’re in)
• The difference between healthy boundaries and walls
• Why pride and unspoken expectations quietly damage connections
• How to forgive without putting yourself back into unsafe situations
• Practical, Christ-centered tools for finding peace and self-awareness

Ashley also opens up about her own journey with family estrangement, grief, and the decision to love without holding onto anger or offense.

Whether you’re a mother, daughter, or simply someone navigating fractured connections, this episode will give you hope, perspective, and actionable ways to move forward.

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Confidence and Coffee, Ashley sits down with fibromyalgia wellness coach, author, and advocate Tami Stackelhouse to talk about the realities of living with an invisible illness.

If you or someone you love has ever felt dismissed, misunderstood, or stuck in your body with no answers... this conversation is for you.

Tami shares:

• Her journey from diagnosis to purpose
• How fibromyalgia affects millions (yet is rarely talked about)
• What symptoms to look out for and why so many people go undiagnosed
• How trauma, stress, and chronic pain are connected
• Her Fibromyalgia Wellness Framework that helps women take back their lives
• What to do when doctors say, “there’s nothing we can do”
• Why there is always hope, and healing is possible

Ashley and Tami also dive into faith, purpose, and how God can turn your pain into a calling to serve others.

📚 Download Tami’s free book: https://fibromyalgiapodcast.com/resources/
🎥 Watch the documentary Invisible on Tubi or Amazon Prime
💬 Follow Tami on social: @FibroCoach
📣 Want to become a certified fibromyalgia coach? Check out her training at https://www.fibromyalgiapodcast.com

💜 You’re not alone. You are seen. And there is hope.

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In this episode of Confidence and Coffee, Ashley sits down with author Kristen Strong to talk about the thing so many women are struggling with but rarely say out loud: friendship.

Kristen’s new book, Desperate Woman Seeks Friends, explores the awkwardness, rejection, and deep desire we all have for connection—and how to start again after you’ve been burned. Together, Ashley and Kristen get real about:

• Why friendship is harder as an adult (and especially as a woman of faith)
• Learning to be a better friend to yourself
• The myth that you're "too much" or "too needy"
• How social media gives us crumbs instead of a real meal
• Why church cliques hurt... and how we can do better
• Embracing awkwardness as the door to authentic relationships
• Setting boundaries without guilt
• Letting go of the victim mentality in friendships

Whether you’re lonely, discouraged, or just craving deeper connection—you’re not alone. This conversation will leave you feeling seen, hopeful, and ready to try again.

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In this powerful episode of Confidence and Coffee, Ashley Henriott sits down with Michelle "MACE" Curran, former lead solo pilot for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and author of The Flip Side.

From flying fighter jets at nearly the speed of sound to surviving a divorce while stationed overseas, MACE opens up about fear, imposter syndrome, mental health, and what it really means to be brave. This episode isn’t about perfection—it’s about perseverance, vulnerability, and making small, bold choices when life feels like it’s falling apart.

Ashley and MACE talk about:

✨What it’s like being one of the few female fighter pilots in the world

✨How to keep going when you're barely holding it together

✨Why showing up scared is still showing up strong

✨The power of being seen—and the impact it has on little girls (and grown women too)

✨Practical ways to start building real confidence today

Whether you're chasing a dream, rebuilding after heartbreak, or just trying to survive the day... this conversation will meet you where you are.

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📲 Follow Michelle on IG: @mace_curran

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In this episode of Confidence and Coffee, Ashley sits down with her friend Whitney English (author, creative, entrepreneur, and all-around wise woman) to get brutally honest about how our homes reflect our hearts.

They talk about:
 💛 Why perfectionism often comes from old wounds
 💛 How our need to control our homes can create unintentional wounds in our kids
 💛 The difference between apologizing to feel better vs. actually repenting and changing
 💛 Setting healthy boundaries in your home (even with guests & kids’ friends!)
 💛 Why messy homes (and messy hearts) don’t disqualify us from God’s love
 💛 Finding real beauty and stewardship in minimalism vs. maximalism
 💛 How Jesus still meets us in our empty fridges, overdrafted bank accounts, and imperfect lives

Whitney shares behind-the-scenes stories from her book Organize First, Decorate Second... plus why she believes gratitude is the birthplace of joy.

If you’re a perfectionist, a mama trying to keep it all together, or just someone who’s craving more peace and less chaos, this conversation is for you.

✨ Listen & let us know your thoughts:

• What area of your life are you learning to release perfectionism?
• If you were a dinosaur, which one would you be? 😂 (Whitney picked brontosaurus, Ashley picked triceratops... yes, it’s a thing.)
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🔗 Links Mentioned:

• Whitney’s new book: Organize First, Decorate Second
• Whitney’s first book: A More Beautiful Life
• Follow Whitney on Instagram: @whitneyenglish
• Whitney’s Substack: Whitney English on Substack

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If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the Bible or wondered how to stay engaged with Scripture after years of following Jesus... this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Philip Nation, Vice President and Publisher of Thomas Nelson Bibles (yes, the ones that land on millions of nightstands around the world!). Philip’s heart for making God’s Word accessible is unmatched. We talked about everything from the brand new 50th anniversary edition of the Open Bible, to which translations he recommends, to practical tips for studying Scripture... whether you’re brand new or a lifelong believer.

We also dive into:
 ✨ How Philip’s life changed at 15 because of one mentor
 ✨ Why he tells people to start reading the Bible in John (and why I’m switching from Matthew!)
 ✨ How to keep your Bible reading fresh when it feels stale
 ✨ The archaeological finds that prove the Bible’s historical accuracy (goosebumps moment)
 ✨ Why your personal story matters when you share your faith

Plus, Philip breaks down the differences between popular translations like NKJV, NIV, and The Message — and why it’s actually good to read more than one.

Grab your coffee, open your heart, and get ready to fall in love with the Word of God all over again.

• Learn more about the Open Bible & explore editions here.
• Connect with Philip on Instagram, Facebook, or X: @philipnation
• Check out Philip's Favorite Bible Verse: Hosea 14:4
• Favorite quote from this episode: “A changed life is the greatest defense of the gospel.”

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In Part Two of this powerful conversation, Ashley dives even deeper with filmmaker David Alford and actor Joseph Stam, exploring the gritty realities behind the making of Searching for the Elephant.

They unpack the most gut-wrenching scenes, including the night Joseph embodied addiction so fully it left crew members shaken — and why telling hard, honest stories like this matters so much.

Together, they talk about:

• The spiritual aftermath of playing a character stuck in pain
• How far you can love someone in addiction before losing yourself
• Why Christian films must make space for brokenness and doubt
• The behind-the-scenes challenges of filming in haunting locations... from abandoned ranches to an old prison
• How God shows up in the stories we’re most afraid to tell

Ashley also opens up about her own experience loving people through addiction and what this film mirrored back to her. It’s raw, redemptive, and full of unexpected grace.

If you’ve ever struggled with family trauma, loving someone with addiction, or finding your way back to hope, this episode will meet you there.

🛑 Don’t forget to watch Part One, if you haven't already!! ✨


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In this deeply moving Part One episode, Ashley sits down with filmmaker David Alford and actor Joseph Stam to unpack the heart and healing behind their new movie Searching for the Elephant.

This raw, redemptive conversation explores themes of addiction, family dysfunction, PTSD, and the spiritual battle of isolation... and how storytelling can crack open the places we’ve tried to keep hidden.

Joseph shares what it took to embody the complex role of Jason, a young man battling internal chaos and generational pain, while David reveals the inspiration behind the film’s script and why authenticity matters more than perfection in faith-based storytelling.

Together, they discuss:

✨How trauma shaped the creation of Searching for the Elephant

✨The danger of Christian films that skip over real pain

✨The power of redemptive storytelling to reach the brokenhearted

✨Joseph’s deep character work and how it left a lasting impact

✨Why grace must meet us where we are—not where we pretend to be

Ashley also opens up about her own family’s experience with addiction and how this film brought up memories, healing, and even laughter in the midst of pain.

If you’ve ever struggled with broken family relationships or felt too far gone for grace... this episode is for you!

🛑 Don’t miss Part Two coming next week!! ✨

Stream the movie: Searching for the Elephant  on Prime

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