Moxie Uncut

Matt and Scarlett Trotman have been pastoring Freedom Church Mombasa for the past 4 years. Freedom Church is a multisite church that meets across the globe, in India, Cambodia, south and East Africa, Europe and North America. They felt the call to go, and aim to connect anyone, anywhere to a life changing relationship with Jesus. Alongside this, they are passionate about photography and capturing stories of life change.

In this Episode, Jenny, Matt and Scarlett talk about choosing the wildcard life and having the willingness in their hearts to step into the dark and unknown. They talk about their journey and process of letting go of how the world defines success and fighting through the internal struggles of defeating the obstacles of their own heart, desires and wants. This episode is filled with beautiful testimony of what it looks like to trust in the process of life and trust the Father who makes us surefooted as a deer.

Jeanette Tapley is a wife to Jesse Tapley. Mother to Zeke, Titus and Zoe. She loves talking to friends and laughing loudly, advocating for adoption, and a nice cup of coffee. Jeanette is the host of the IT'S TIME FOR COFFEE podcast where she interviews friends new and old in hopes of connecting others and meeting her friends right where they are. Jeanette also owns a Podcast Producing (It's Time For Coffee Production) company where she helps clients launch their podcasts into the world and produces others podcasts. Her passion lies in other women finding themselves in a less lonely state knowing they have friends and others around them in the same stages of life. As she walks into her 30s, or more realistically into her mid 30s, she is coming into the understanding that God made her just the way she is…If He wanted her any differently then He would've made her that way! Jeanette longs to be a friend to all and enjoys bringing others together.

In this episode, Jenny and Jeanette talk about what it means to be in a community and to love others well. They talk about showing up, encouraging others and being authentic no matter if we are in a current pandemic or not. It is about still being true to who we are and showing up for the others around us. Jeanette also mentions having that 20 seconds of courage to give you the push you need in those hard situations or even the easy ones, like taking a nap! Enjoy the episode and meet your new best friend - Jeanette.

Amy Brewer is a girl from Texas with a global vision. She became a labor & delivery nurse to serve women in developing nations. She was so inspired by the women in the clinics and wanted them to have the same opportunities she had in her life. Her mission changed from being a nurse to employing women so their children can become nurses or lawyers or whatever else they choose to be. She had a chance encounter with a woman named Evelyn in Uganda who is now her business partner. Together, they employ 32 single moms and widows in Uganda. The business is named Elizabeth's Voice. Inspired by Elizabeth's story in the Bible when Elizabeth was there for Mary when she found out she was pregnant with Jesus. In this episode, Jenny and Amy talk about the start of Elizabeth's Voice and her journey from being a full time nurse working across the globe to finding her way to Uganda to empower the women of a community she fell in love with. Amy followed her passion pursuit and continues to create opportunities, skills training and more for the communities she is a part of. This episode reminds us that no matter what is happening in this world and what we might be feeling that - you are enough, you did enough and you have enough.

Amanda McLernon is an entrepreneur obsessed with keeping social media social. As founder and owner of McLernon & Co, she helps companies develop and implement real, honest social media strategies that create genuine conversations, connections, and conversions.

From local sustainable clothing companies to national e-commerce companies, her Denver-based social media agency helps organizations quickly grow their reach and relationships utilizing strategic content strategies. Committed to spreading the gospel of #keepsocialmediasocial, Amanda and her team help business owners understand social media and teaches them to grow relationships and revenue by measuring success in a holistic, human way.

When she's not growing reach and revenue for her clients, Amanda enjoys skiing, hanging out with her dachshund Pippa, or taking her commuter bike, Scrappy, for a spin.

In this Episode, Jenny and Amanda talk about what it means to be vulnerable and show up for one another as well as what it takes to continue to vision and dream especially in a time like this. This episode is filled with reflection and learning how to take things slow in a world that is continuing to fill their life with busy. Learn from this conversation and be inspired to take time for you. Try something new today and be reassured that not every activity you do has to be monetized. Be a child again, be creative and take a couple of deep breaths. Amanda radiates authenticity throughout this entire episode and shares the importance of prioritizing joy in your life.

Skyler Womack known for passion to travel and to build up healthy communities - has served on staff at mega-church (Houston's First Baptist Church) in the role of Minister of Missionary Care. Helping sustain leaders and missionaries around the globe to stay rooted in their faith and work. While making friends across the globe Skyler, alongside his wife Abigail (who is a dietitian specialized for eating disorders) currently lives in a high-rise community placed in the heart of downtown Houston. Partnering with a non-profit called Apartment Life, Skyler and Abbie seek to provide holistic community and care for their high-rise community by throwing big parties and being intentional with creating small groups in their home. Skyler and Abbie lastly, are on the board of Rooted Conferences, a ministry that seeks to assimilate college students into local churches in college towns across the nation. With a full schedule we like to stay filled up with coffee and stay surrounded by great people!

In this episode, Jenny and Skyler talk about what it means to practice vulnerability and authentically showing up in our communities. Skyler also shares his testimony and how it took many things being stripped away for him to find the ultimate freedom in Christ. This Moxie community is here to bring you stories of hope, love and a bit of courage into your life and this episode shines light on how we are all ordinary and have courageous stories that need to be heard. If you are in the Houston community or anywhere really, Skyler is your new best friend and you will surely feel his genuine heart throughout this episode's conversation as he encourages you to find your community; your people. We were designed to walk this life together, so know you are not alone, stay motivated and be inspired today.

Misty Burton is the owner and maker behind socially conscious jewelry company, Tenfold Collective. What Tenfold does not make, they curate from brand partners around the globe. These partners empower artisans, mostly women, by paying them a fair living wage and providing safe working environments. Misty's main goals in life include perfecting the art of "being where your feet are," mastering her mother's pound cake recipe, loving people well, and playing a small part in the fight against human trafficking. To that end, Tenfold donates a portion of its profits to anti-trafficking organizations. She lives in South Carolina with her college sweetheart, Lee and three boys, Tradd, Jackson and Hampton.

In this episode, Jenny and Misty talk about what it means to show up, be authentic and advocate for something that truly matters. It is not about running a successful business, but about opening your hands and allowing God to work tenfold. It is about showing up, staying authentic and empowering others through advocacy and education. Misty is a beautiful soul that daily strives to be where her feet are - being fully present with those around her. Today is a day to have your spirits lifted, so be encouraged friends and know we are in this together.

Queentah Naliaka Wambulwa is a mental health advocate, an author (book release late 2020), a cyber gender activist, a mentor and a speaker. She is the founder of the G4G Mental Health foundation in Kenya and continues to create innovative opportunities to speak up about mental health in the country. She is passionate about inspiring youth to believe in their dreams and to keep pushing through no matter the challenges.

In this episode, Jenny and Queentah talk about the beauty and power behind someone's story and testimony. There is no shame from where we have come from and it is okay to not be okay. Queentah continues to be the voice for the voiceless and represents the vulnerable girls who are afraid to speak up. Even in her hardships, she continues to press forward in discovering herself, talents and womanhood despite what society tells her. She is a powerhouse of a woman and this interview is one that you do not want to miss. Welcome to the Moxie community and be encouraged today through Queentah and her beautiful spirit.

Diana Wiley is the founder and executive director for Handspun Hope in Musanze, Rwanda. Beginning with the employment of 10 widows in 2008, the organization now employs 123 at-risk women and a total of 152 employees in Rwanda.

Prior to starting the organization Diana worked for Pitney Bowes, Inc. for 9 years, as a Regional Finance Manager. In her last 3 years with Pitney Bowes, Diana led the company twice as the top producer. Although her background is in corporate sales, she also previously ran her own design firm. In 2007 Diana left her success in the corporate world and founded Handspun Hope.

In this episode, Jenny and Diana not only talk about the journey from corporate America to building a non-profit full of hope in rural Rwanda, but they also talk about the hard experiences. It is a conversation filled with hope and restoration as we are reminded that tragedies in our life can be used for good. God wants to use every part of our story and Diana exemplifies beautiful trust in the Lord of stepping out, sharing her story and then allowing that to overflow to thousands of lives.

In this episode, Jenny and Caleb sit on the floor of a small guesthouse in Turkana and share in the joy of what God is doing in our lives all over the world. The episode is filled with genuine spirit, beautiful stories of transformation, and the truth of understanding that we are all made for just a time as this. It is the first of many out of the studio episodes and we are excited for you to be a part of the journey. Our hope at the moxie podcast is that you feel at home and are encouraged that you are not alone.

Carly Oosten is a passionate creative and storyteller who is still authentically in pursuit of exactly what she wants to be when she grows up. 6 months ago, she defined her penchant for comfort by quitting her job in corporate America, following a dream and moving across the world to Mombasa, Kenya, where she is still trying to figure things out but thinks she's on the right track Carly loves people, her robust herbal tea collection and a well-designed PowerPoint desk. She admits that she chronically abandons books and appreciates the paradox of her well-organized planner and frenzied art studio

In this episode, Jenny and Carly talk about listening to the small voice and power of words. She is vulnerable with the current life stages of following her heart and taking one day at a time with the unknowns and she brings a realness to the studio that is beautiful. This episode will remind you of your true heart's intentions and encourage you to be kind everyday.