Finding Strength Podcast

Sam Young is the founder of Protect Every Child, "(His) original goal was to Protect Mormon (LDS) children.  During 2018 and early 2019, as scandal after scandal after scandal of child abuse continued to erupt, I realized EVERY CHILD is at risk.  Enough is Enough.  Adults need to stand up and shout from the mountain tops that abuse of children must stop.  We won’t take it anymore." Protect Every Child is calling on all of us: "WE CALL on parents: Require institutions where your children participate to implement strong child protection policies. WE CALL on all levels of government: Enact measures that will halt the epidemic of child abuse."

In this episode Sam tells his incredible story of finding his calling in life and starting Protect Every Child. It's a powerful story with an even more powerful message. 

Connect with Sam through his website: https://protecteverychild.com/

WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MATERIAL THAT MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR YOUNGER LISTENERS. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.

We're back with another season of the Finding Strength Podcast and we kick it off with a bang, Robbie and Annie Law visit the podcast again! Get ready folks, we cover a lot of ground in this episode. Buckle up for some heavy topics and some deep conversation. We dive in to relationships, parenting, love, mental health, and all sorts of good stuff. Most importantly we talk about the importance of gratitude and how is can change YOU! It's an incredible episode you don't want to miss Enjoy!!!

If you want to connect with the the hosts of the Finding Strength Podcast, you can reach them through https://finding-strength.com/contact/.

Matt and Bethany sit down with their good friend Stephanie Christensen. She tell her story. opens up about her life journey of overcoming abandonment and abuse. She is a strong woman with an incredible story of strength. She teaches us all how to be more compassionate and loving toward others and most importantly, ourselves.

The show hosts talk about life and what it's been like to create the Finding Strength podcast over the last two and a half years. They reminisce  about past guests, where they're at now on their own personal journeys, and of course laugh a lot! Enjoy!!!

Tamra has overcome a lot in life. She is an unstoppable force, and now she is sharing her story with World. For years she struggled to find the strength to leave an abusive relationship, finally she did. Now, she is stronger and happier than ever, and she's here to share with us how she was able to persevere and triumph over her abuser. Her story will move  and inspire you. If you want to connect with Tami reach out to her through Instagram @until_she_can

In this episode we talk with Chief Jeremy Craft of Lehi Fire. We get deep and address tough issues, what it's like to be in the fire service, how difficult it is to be a first responder, and how the issue of mental health awareness is on the rise. We also open up about our own individual journeys of finding who we are and how to embrace all the parts of us that show up from time to time. It's a great episode with lots of helpful tools and information for anyone!

Here's a little about Jeremy: Jeremy Craft has been in the fire service for the past twenty seven years.  Jeremy began his career as a volunteer for the local ski patrol in Montana where he grew up.  After high school he moved to Utah to pursue a career as a paramedic.  He soon found that in order to be a medic he had to also be a firefighter.  It was as a part time employee at South Davis Fire District that he received his initial firefighter training.

Jeremy also worked for Gold Cross Ambulance in the early months of his emergency medical services career.  It was through Gold Cross Ambulance that Jeremy was able to receive his Paramedic education at Weber State University.  Just after graduation from Paramedic school, Jeremy was hired by Provo Fire and Rescue.  Throughout Jeremy’s career he worked as a medic for the first eight years and then moved to the position of engineer.  After two years as an engineer he was promoted to Captain and served in that capacity for three and half years.

One of Jeremy’s career goals as a Paramedic was to fly in an air ambulance for Life Flight.  He was fortunate to be able to fly with them for five years.  In 2007 Jeremy was accepted to Utah Valley University and began pursuing his educational goals.  Jeremy graduated with honors in April 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in public emergency services management.  He continued his education at Upper Iowa University.  In 2013 he graduated with a Masters of Public Administration.

Jeremy took the fire chief job with Lehi City in December of 2014, and still holds that position today. Jeremy’s wife Kristen has been a source of much unselfish support as he continues to achieve his goals.  Jeremy and Kristen have 5 children: Ashlee, Jordin, Marlee, Kenedy and Terrence.  As a family, they enjoy anything outdoors.

Desmond and Alison Lomax are champions for the cause of LOVE!!!! Desi is a very successful police officer and therapist. They have started a movement, IlluminaTEEN Unity in honor of their son Mateen, who died by suicide last year. Mateen was bullied by his peers because of his skin color. They tell their story and share with us how they are sharing their message of love with the World. We dive into racism, equality, police culture and violence, social justice, and just how to be a better human. It's an awesome episode, please share away!!!

To connect with the Lomax's you can find them on Facebook as Desi N. Alison Lomax or join their group IlluminaTEEN Unity

Thanks to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the World has gone to hell in a hand-basket and we're all a going little crazy right now!  The show hosts are back and they've brought their partners, Brindy and Kevin, to sit down and talk about how they're surviving quarantine, couples quarrels, cooped up kids, and more! Enjoy the return of the Finding Strength Podcast!!!!

Everyone has defining moments in their lives that change them forever. Nick Ozuna's is happening right now. He is finding the meaning in the midst of the most horrific tragedy anyone could ever go through, when someone you love is violently killed. Nick tells his incredible life story and the story of his sister Rachel and her son Kyrrus. We hope that as you listen to this episode, you are moved and inspired to find the meaning and purpose in your story just as Nick has done. 

WARNING: Due to the graphic nature of this episode listener discretion is advised

Also if you want to donate to Brighton a Christmas to help the Ozuna family visit: https://www.brightonaday.org/

Kathy Martella's story is incredible. She has found meaning in the loss of her son, found the strength to support her husband as he struggles with Multiple Sclerosis, and today is one of the strongest women you'll ever meet and you get to hear her story! This week hear we get to hear both Kevin and Bethany Tenney open up about their journey moving through the pain and grief of the loss of their daughter Brighton as they connect with Kevin’s Aunt who also lost a child. It’s an emotional episode you don’t want to miss! To donate to Brighton a Day: http://www.brightonaday.org