Heart & Humor with Doug & Jayme

Doug catches up with Alex Early to talk about his new book "Thinking About God: Theology Q&A for Kids"

1:27 - Sharing on the books origin during the pandemic

3:09 - How did he pick the questions for the book

4:29 - The book's structure

5:34 - How his kids (and others) like the book

6:42 - Other books for older kids possible

7:26 - The challenges of writing a kids theology book

8:17 - Parents, this is your opportunity to connect and grow your kids spiritually 

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Doug has a powerful conversation with Kimberly Jones aka Real Talk Kim to talk about her book "You Gotta Get Up: Grab Hold of your Life after being Knocked Down, Held Back, and Left Out."

0:39 - A book designed to get you out of your funk

1:23 - Kim shares her personal story

3:46 - 'You're not stuck, you just stopped moving"

5:32 - Kim shares about some of the Bible characters she writes about

6:28 - What's to blame for our unhappiness

9:31 - Tips for dealing with emotional baggage

11:49 - Action steps - each chapter has a purpose statement & prayer

12:33 - Final Thoughts

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Jayme catches up with Jessic Clontz of Kellum Stem Cell Institute. Jessica shares her stories of how stem cell therapy has been beneficial in the overall healing of her husband, herself, and her son. Her unique perspective offers a peak into how stem cell therapy can bring a more effective and natural healing to you body.

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Doug spends time with David Hoffman to share about his book Relationships over Rules 7 Principles to Lead Gracefully and Love Generously

0:57 - The books inspiration and the sacrifice David's mom made when she chose life for him

3:14 - David shares more about his mom

5:49 - David shares some of his wife's challenges

7:46 - Sharing 2 of the 7 principles

9:59 - Why it's more important to be a friend before an expert

10:45 - Action plan - The 3 year plan

12:16 - Final thoughts & encouragement

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Doug catches up with Barbara Ann Jeter, the Executive Director of the King's Hill House of Prayer to talk about "Pray Nashville"

0:32 - What is Pray Nashville

1:06 - More details about the event on September11th

2:05 - What is a gate keeper?

5:27 - Next steps and why the event is on 9/11

8:00 - Final Thoughts

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Doug chats with Linda Clare to learn more about her book "Thank God for Cats! How God Speaks to Us Through our Feline Furbabies"

0:48 - Cats aren't aloof, they just have different facial muscles

1:38 - Linda shares the inspiration behind the book

3:11 - The "Kitty Kommandments"

3:40 - As a polo survivor, Linda shares how much cats meant to her as she grew up disabled

4:49 - New things she learned about cats, like they (usually) land on their feet and their unique shoulder design

6:18 - What cats can teach us about God

7:53 - Cats eyes explained

8:55 - Feline kneading explained

9:55 - Cat nap explained

11:15 - Cat burglar explained

13:08 - Story behind the fun and quirky illustrations in the book from Sandy Silverthorne

14:04 - In the book, reader take a ways are called "Paw-sitive Faith Steps"

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Doug chats with Jessica Manfre, a licensed social worker and military spouse, about her new book "Never Alone: Ruth, the Modern Military Spouse, and the God Who Goes with Us"

0:55 - The inspiration for writing the book

2:11 - Struggles unique to married military families

4:34 - How to navigate and begin to move forward from trauma

6:12 - How the biblical story of Ruth fits so well with this book and Jessica's journey

7:24 - More about #GivingTuesdayMilitary

9:16 - How can we best love on military families

10:19 - Final Thoughts

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Doug catches up with Pastor Chris Williamson and LaSonya Thompson of Strong Tower Bible Church to share more about The Southside Bless Fest 2023 - Saturday July 29th from 9:30am-Noon

0:17 - History and overview of the event

1:16 - LaSonya shares about all that will be there - ALL FREE : Groceries, Food, Haircuts, School backpacks, Mobile Dental Clinic, Healthcare screenings & immunizations and kids zone

2:36 - Pastor Chris shares about the churches desire to be a blessing to others

4:13 - Volunteers and financial donations are still welcome at www.StrongTowerBibleChurch.com

6:09 - Pastor Chris shares a word for Nashville as the city looks to a new Mayor and the community continues to heal following the tragic school shooting

8:06 - Pastor Chris talks about the recent KKK flies in Columbia

9:21 - The "Statue Status" - Some statues come down, while others go up

10:09 - The status of the confederate flag on the state seal of Williamson County

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Doug talks with Lydia McLaughlin, bible study teacher and author of "Joyfull" A book that encourages women to pursue joy, confidence, and purpose in the Lord by rooting themselves in gratitude, obedience, and trust in Him.

Lydia is also a former cast member of the reality TV-show "The Real Housewives of Orange County"

0:47 - How much reality is on Reality TV

2:18 - What was it like being a Christian on a reality TV show

4:43 - Inspiration behind writing the book

7:25 - Contrasting happiness wit joyfulness 

8:39 - Shares about boundaries regarding social media

10:49 - Advice for combating anxiety

13:45 - Her desire for women to fall in love with the Word of God

14:24 - "Do you see yourself doing more reality TV or a Christian reality show?"

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Doug catches up with Liz Allison the Executive Vice President of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix to find out more about this incredible 3 day event coming to Nashville on August 4th, 5th & 6th.  

Liz shares about the national coverage on NBC, the special new Kids Zone this year, the concerts - including the Sunday morning Praise Concert on the FISH Stage and much more

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