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When your body breaks down, can your faith hold up? In this episode of No Longer Nomads, host Josh Doyle talks with bestselling author and lawyer Justin Whitmel Earley to unpack his new book The Body Teaches the Soul.

Justin opens up about his mental-health collapse in his 30s — despite a dream job, a loving wife, and two kids — and how rediscovering the connection between physical rhythms and spiritual health changed his life. Together, they explore how habits like sleep, breathing, eating, and rest impact our spiritual formation and everyday relationship with God.

If you’ve ever wrestled with anxiety, burnout, or the disconnect between what you believe and how you live, this conversation will give you practical hope, theology, and tools for renewal.

🎧 Topics Covered:

- The surprising connection between body and spirit

- Why physical habits shape spiritual formation

- How fasting, feasting, and rest restore balance

- Simple ways to calm anxiety and find peace

- Biblical insights on embodiment and discipleship

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⏱ Chapter Markers

00:00 – Opening narration: Justin’s collapse and insomnia

00:40 – Why our head and habits don’t always align

01:00 – Welcome to No Longer Nomads intro

01:38 – Introducing Justin Whitmel Earley and The Body Teaches the Soul

03:07 – Justin’s background: lawyer, father, writer, and habits expert

04:10 – Discovering the importance of embodiment and physical rhythms

05:06 – The turning point: collapse and the cost of ignoring the body

07:20 – Why the body matters for spiritual life

08:39 – Practicing new habits that changed everything

09:23 – Overview of the book’s 10 essential habits

10:05 – The breaking point: panic, exhaustion, and confusion

15:36 – The accountability moment that started change

17:13 – Early signs of renewal through daily rhythms

19:22 – “I’m not good at habits” 

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From surviving abuse to encountering the presence of God, Nadeen Flaveny’s story is one of redemption, freedom, and hope.
Born into a Muslim family and caught between two parents at war, Nadeen endured years of trauma, depression, and spiritual darkness. But everything changed when she experienced the power of Jesus for herself.

In this honest conversation, Nadeen shares how God met her in her deepest pain — transforming shame into purpose, fear into peace, and religion into relationship. If you’ve ever wondered whether God could still redeem your story, this episode will remind you: you are never too far gone.

What You’ll Hear:
- How childhood trauma shaped her view of God
- The battle with mental health and identity
- Real encounters with spiritual darkness and deliverance
- How Jesus completely transformed her life
- What healing and forgiveness look like on the other side

Learn more about Nadeen's ministry at: https://koleministries.org

Chapters

00:00 Searching for Meaning in Wealth and Emptiness 
07:20 Childhood Trauma and Growing Up Muslim 
14:40 Fear, Abuse, and Spiritual Darkness 
22:00 Night Terrors and Seeing Demons 
29:20 A Friend Offers Prayer Instead of Pills 
36:40 Deliverance and the Power of Jesus 
43:19 Gasoline Punishment and Deep Wounds 
49:21 Dubai Dreams: Wealth Without Peace 
55:45 Atlanta Nightlife and the Search for Fulfillment 
1:00:59 The Breaking Point and Cry for God 
1:05:02 Invited to Church by a Drug Dealer 
1:09:00 “For What Good Is It to Gain the World but Lose Your Soul” 
1:14:15 Encounter with God’s Love and Transformation 
1:18:14 Baptism and Bold Faith in Jesus 
1:26:22 Confrontation in the Maldives: Declaring Jesus as Lord 
1:33:52 Marriage, Ministry, and Freedom in Christ 
1:39:20 Where to Find Nadeen and Her Ministry 

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In this powerful conversation, Susie Larson joins host Josh Doyle to unpack how unresolved trauma can keep us trapped in fear, anxiety, and burnout — and how God’s redemptive love offers true healing and freedom. Susie shares her deeply personal story of surviving abuse, chronic illness, and fear, revealing how forgiveness and gratitude rewired her heart and mind to see God’s goodness even in suffering.

Whether you’re walking through pain, supporting a struggling spouse, or simply needing encouragement to renew your faith, this episode will remind you that God heals, restores, and redeems every broken story.

Topics covered:
- How unresolved trauma affects your body and mind
- The spiritual power of forgiveness and mercy
- Overcoming fear, anxiety, and bracing for impact
- Renewing your mind and finding gratitude again
- Encouragement for weary parents and spouses

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📖 Learn more about Susie’s books and radio ministry: susielarson.com

Chapters

00:00 – Opening thoughts: unresolved trauma and God’s love
02:00 – Josh introduces Susie Larson and the mission behind No Longer Nomads
03:35 – Understanding trauma’s connection to body, mind, and spirit
06:45 – The danger of unresolved stories and how God redeems our past
10:15 – Small traumas and hidden triggers we often overlook
13:00 – Susie’s childhood story of abuse and identity struggles
18:20 – Marriage, illness, and discovering God’s love through suffering
23:20 – Healing, faith, and becoming a steward of your testimony
25:15 – When people don’t understand your pain — setting healthy boundaries
28:00 – Forgiveness, mercy trials, and cutting off the enemy’s access
37:00 – Replacing fear with faith and anticipating God’s goodness
45:00 – Encouragement for spouses walking through sickness or burnout

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In this powerful episode of No Longer Nomads, host Josh Doyle talks with pastor and author Levi Lusko to unpack his new book Blessed Are the Spiraling. Together they explore how to find treasures in the darkest seasons, navigate midlife transitions, tame personal shadows, and walk through grief with hope.

Levi opens up about his own struggles—including midlife spiraling, panic attacks, and deep personal loss—and how God used those seasons to deepen his faith. From stories about his daughter’s passing, to lessons from his father’s death, to discovering beauty in brokenness, this conversation will encourage anyone who feels stuck, anxious, or uncertain about the future.

If you’ve ever wondered how to spiral upward instead of downward, or how God uses hardship to shape us, this episode will speak directly to you.

Don’t miss Levi’s insights on resilience, authenticity, and leading a life anchored in Christ.

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In this episode, Josh welcomes back Will Acuff, author of No Elevator to Everest, for another deep and practical conversation on relationships, resilience, and spiritual growth.

Will shares powerful insights on taking 100% responsibility for our emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being, breaking free from codependency, and showing up with presence instead of trying to rescue or control those we love.

Together, they discuss real-life examples of navigating marriage, parenting children with disabilities, supporting a spouse through depression, and learning how to create healthy relational dynamics rooted in faith and self-awareness.

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by circumstances, struggled to regulate emotions, or wrestled with the tension of wanting to fix someone else’s pain, this episode will give you fresh tools and hope.

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In Part 2 of this powerful story, Mary Grimm shares the harrowing conclusion of her survival journey on Mount Hood. After being trapped in a whiteout storm and injured in a terrifying fall, Mary recounts her fight to stay alive, the moments of despair when she couldn’t feel God’s presence, and the miracle of her rescue on Easter weekend.

Alongside Mary’s firsthand account, her father Bruce shares the family’s perspective—the desperate search efforts, the worldwide outpouring of prayer, and the emotional moment they learned she was found alive.

This is more than just a survival story. It’s a testimony of faith, perseverance, and God’s providence in the most desperate circumstances.

If you haven’t yet, go back and watch Part 1 of Mary’s story here:
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In this gripping episode of No Longer Nomads, we talk to Mary Grimm and her dad, Bruce Owen, to hear Mary’s incredible survival story on Mount Hood. What started as a long-awaited adventure quickly turned into six days of isolation, whiteouts, and life-threatening conditions.

From her childhood love of the outdoors and thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, to the moment she ignored warnings and set off alone, Mary takes us inside her mindset and the unfolding dangers of her climb. Bruce shares the perspective of a father watching his daughter pursue risk and faith on the edge of survival.

This is (Part 1) of a two-part conversation. The journey has only just begun—next week you’ll hear about the dramatic rescue and how Mary finally made it home.

Don’t miss this inspiring, emotional, and humbling story of faith, adventure, and resilience.

📖 Mentioned in this episode:
"Mountain Rescue" — a book written by Mary’s mom, Shelley Owen, sharing more of their family’s story.

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In this episode of No Longer Nomads, host Josh Doyle sits down with author and content creator Zach Windahl to talk about faith, Scripture, and making the Bible more approachable. Zach shares his journey from being overwhelmed by the Bible to falling in love with it through deep study in Australia, and how that experience inspired him to write The Bible Simplified.

We dive into:
- Zach’s early struggles with Scripture and how he found clarity
- His mom’s powerful story of surviving multiple cancer battles and how it shaped his faith
- Building a social media presence to encourage others with bite-sized hope and truth
- The rise of deconstruction and what it means to rediscover faith with a fresh perspective
- Practical wisdom on discovering your calling and avoiding burnout in ministry and life
- The importance of gratitude, daily habits with God, and leaving a legacy of faith for the next generation

Whether you’re wrestling with your faith, looking for resources to make Scripture less intimidating, or simply need encouragement, this conversation is full of hope and practical takeaways.

Get Zach’s books: The Bible Simplified & The Bible Study (available wherever books are sold)

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Can God really restore a broken marriage?
In this powerful conversation, Zanetta Crocker shares her raw and redemptive story of how God took the ashes of adultery, divorce, and brokenness and brought restoration to her covenant marriage. From praying 13 years for healing to learning what it means to fight spiritual battles within marriage, Zanetta offers hope for anyone walking through difficult seasons.

We dive into:
- What a covenant marriage really means
- Warning signs couples often miss
- How subtle lies from the enemy can creep in
- The cost of giving up too soon
- Forgiveness, trust, and guarding against bitterness
- Why no marriage is too far gone for God’s restoration

Whether you’re married, preparing for marriage, or praying for a loved one’s relationship, this episode will encourage you to keep pressing into God’s Word and His promises.

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In this episode of No Longer Nomads, we sit down with Anthony Russo, comedian, improv performer, and creator of The Bible is Funny project. Anthony shares the story behind his viral card game, how humor and faith can go hand-in-hand, and why joy is deeply connected to our spiritual lives.

We dive into:
- How The Bible is Funny started and grew into a card game 
- Anthony’s comedy and improv background (including his early church improv team!) 
- The surprising role humor plays in helping people explore scripture with curiosity and joy 
- Stories from his nonprofit work with dads and kids in the foster care system 
- Why fatherhood, faith, and community presence matter more than ever 

This conversation blends laughter with meaningful reflection, offering encouragement to see both scripture and life in a fresh, lighthearted way.

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Chapters:
00:00 – Exploring the Bible with humor
00:28 – Welcome to No Longer Nomads
01:17 – Introducing Anthony Russo & The Bible is Funny
02:13 – Icebreakers: Worst Bible roommate picks
05:15 – Which plague would you hate the most?
08:40 – Embarrassing on-stage moments
16:37 – Anthony’s start in improv & comedy
20:32 – Touring with church improv teams
25:33 – Transitioning to The Bible is Funny project
27:16 – Man Up nonprofit: supporting dads & kids
33:46 – Stories of redemption & foster care realities
40:03 – Why fatherhood and presence matter
43:11 – Joy, humor, and faith working together
47:26 – Pushback, memes, and building community

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