Out of Focus

What if the people the world misunderstands most are the ones we have the most to learn from?

In this powerful episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart sits down with DJ Svoboda—autism advocate, artist, speaker, and founder of Imagifriends of Imagiville—for a conversation filled with faith, compassion, and perspective-shifting truth.

DJ shares his heart behind his mission to promote autism acceptance and inclusion, helping others understand that autism is not something to be judged or criticized, but known and understood.

With sincerity and depth, he explains what sensory overload really feels like, why kindness matters so deeply, and how people with autism and special needs bring unique value to the world when they are given the chance to be known.

DJ also opens up about his faith in Jesus and how it sustained him through the loss of his mother, as well as the dreams he continues to pursue in honor of her legacy.

This episode is a reminder that true inclusion is rooted in love, that identity is found in Christ—not the world—and that being different is not a flaw, but often part of God’s design.

1. DJ shares the story behind Imagifriends of Imagiville
2. A deeper understanding of autism and sensory overload
3. The importance of kindness, inclusion, and compassion
4. Faith, grief, and honoring a loved one’s legacy
5. Identity in Christ and living with purpose
6. Encouragement for those who feel different or misunderstood

This conversation invites listeners to slow down, look deeper, and see people the way Jesus does.

To the one who feels unseen, different, or out of place—your life is not an accident.

You were created with intention.

You were created with purpose.

And your value is not determined by how well others understand you.

"I praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made." (Psalm 139:14)

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She was on her way to the club… and stopped at a church instead.

In this powerful and unexpectedly honest conversation on the Out of Focus Podcast, Shannon Stewart sits down with Leyicet Gokey to talk about the moment that changed her life forever — giving her life to Jesus without cleaning herself up first.

Leyicet shares how she got saved at 21, what it looked like to learn the Word from scratch, and how obedience shaped her identity in Christ. Together, Shannon and Leyicet unpack performance-driven faith, condemnation, spiritual pressure, and why so many Christians quietly feel like they’re not doing enough.

They talk about:

• Praying without ceasing in real life

• Letting God fight your battles

• Refusing offense in a culture of outrage

• Giving God the glory as protection against anxiety

• Living surrendered without striving

This episode is for anyone who feels spiritually “behind.”

You don’t have to prove yourself to God.

He meets you exactly where you are — and changes you from the inside out.

Scripture for this season:

"There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." -Romans 8:1

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Most identity crises don’t start with rebellion—they start with disappointment.

In this episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart explores identity through a biblical lens—revealing how most identity struggles don’t begin with rebellion, but with disappointment, unmet expectations, and distorted views of God.

Drawing from Scripture, the Garden of Eden, Jesus’ temptation, and her own personal journey, Shannon explains how lies about God lead to confusion about self—and how clarity about God’s character restores peace, stability, and true identity.

This episode invites listeners to stop striving for self-discovery and instead return to the source: the unchanging truth of who God is.

When truth is restored, identity follows.

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you.” — Isaiah 26:3

If you’ve been feeling unsettled, unsure, or spiritually off-center, I want you to know—you’re not broken. You’re being invited back to the truth of who God is. And when you see Him clearly, you’ll begin to see yourself clearly too. Peace doesn’t come from figuring yourself out. It comes from fixing your eyes on Him.

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If you’ve ever felt abandoned, addicted to perfection, or one heartbreak away from giving up—this episode is for you.

On this episode of Out of Focus, host Shannon Stewart sits down with Andrea Logan for a raw, hope-filled conversation about the wounds we hide and the God who heals what we thought would always hurt.

Andrea shares her journey from a traumatic childhood and an eating disorder to the chaos of Hollywood pressure—and the moment Jesus met her in the middle of it all. Together, Shannon and Andrea unpack abandonment, identity, spiritual warfare, forgiveness, and the exhausting trap of “trying to be perfect” to be loved… by people and by God. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the truth—told with grace.

If you’ve been carrying shame, battling your mind, or wondering if God is silent, this conversation will remind you: He’s not absent. He’s working. And the freedom you’re desperate for isn’t found in control—it’s found in Christ.

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3

Friend, you are not too far gone and you are not too late. This is just one chapter—and God is still writing.

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She was chosen for America’s Next Top Model… but no one warned her what it would cost.

In this powerful episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart sits down with fellow ANTM alum Jiana Davis to explore the hidden emotional and spiritual cost of performance, validation, and fame.

Entering the modeling world at a young and vulnerable age, Jiana found herself navigating identity through external feedback, striving for approval, and slowly drifting from the foundation she had been raised on.

Rather than revisiting sensational details, this conversation focuses on redemption, discernment, and the process of surrender that ultimately reshaped her life.

Together, Shannon and Jiana discuss:

• Growing up in complex family dynamics

• Modeling at a young age

• The psychological impact of reality television

• Social media pressure

• Spiritual drift and conviction

• Walking away from striving

• Finding peace in identity rooted in Christ

This is not an episode about bitterness.

It is an episode about rebuilding.

It is a reminder that performance does not produce peace — surrender does.

For anyone chasing validation in an industry, relationship, or achievement, this conversation offers hope: identity in Christ brings a steadiness the world cannot offer.

“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.” — Philippians 1:6

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What if everything you believed about God… wasn’t actually who He is?

In this episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart sits down with her friend Jerry to share his powerful journey from religion to relationship—and how God met him in the middle of walking away, rebuilding his life, and rediscovering faith.

From growing up in a legalistic church to stepping away from God, navigating identity struggles, career shifts, and unexpected redemption, Jerry’s story is a reminder that God never wastes a season—and never gives up on His children.

This conversation explores:

• The difference between religion and relationship

• What grace looks like after wandering

• Why God doesn’t disqualify us—He restores us

• How God rewrites broken stories

• What it truly means to know God personally

This episode is honest, heartfelt, and full of hope for anyone who has ever wondered if God could still use them.

Scripture:

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18

If you feel lost, unsure, or disconnected, this episode is a reminder: God is still writing your story.

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What if “trying to be a good Christian” is actually the very thing stealing joy, peace, and intimacy with Jesus?

In this episode of Out of Focus, host Shannon Stewart is joined by her husband Mike for a candid conversation about legalism, judgment, and the life-changing freedom found in grace. Together, they unpack how fear-based religion can produce pride, insecurity, and constant guilt—and why Jesus isn’t after surface-level behavior modification, but heart transformation.

Mike shares stories from his upbringing in a highly legalistic environment, how those “fence rules” shaped his view of God, and how a mentor helped him finally understand grace in a way that changed both his faith and his ministry. The conversation also explores why Christians must be careful not to “throw stones,” how discernment differs from judgment, and practical steps for building a daily relationship with Jesus.

This episode offers clarity, conviction, and hope for anyone who feels stuck in performance-based faith or longs to experience the joy and stability that come from Christ-centered living.

Encouragement: You don’t have to earn God’s love. You don’t have to clean yourself up to come near. Grace meets you first—and changes you from the inside out.

“But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8

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Before the cameras, before the commentary, and before the Netflix docuseries—this is Shannon Stewart’s story in her own words.

In this special episode of Out of Focus, host Shannon Stewart sits down for an intimate conversation—this time in the interview seat—as her husband asks the questions that shaped her journey long before the spotlight.

From growing up in small-town Ohio to stepping onto the stage of America’s Next Top Model at a young age, Shannon reflects on faith, identity, and the quiet strength it took to hold onto her convictions in an industry that often demands compromise.

With honesty and humility, she shares what it meant to say no on national television, how success and disappointment reshaped her understanding of worth, and how God met her not just in moments of obedience—but also in seasons of wilderness, loss, and redemption.

This episode arrives just ahead of Shannon’s appearance in the Netflix docuseries Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model (premiering February 16), offering listeners something deeper than headlines: the heart behind the choices, the lessons behind the pain, and the God who never stopped pursuing her.

Whether you’re navigating pressure, wrestling with identity, or wondering if obedience is worth the cost—this conversation is an invitation to rest in the truth that you are fully known and fully loved by God.

A word of encouragement:

If you feel unseen, disqualified, or defined by a chapter you wish you could erase—remember this: God is not finished with your story.

“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 1:6

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What do you do when the life you built comes crashing down…and it’s your fault?

In this powerful episode, Shannon Stewart sits down with Brian Parks—a former world champion fighter, professional football player, and successful entrepreneur—who watched his world collapse under the weight of pride, compromise, and bad decisions.

Brian shares how:

1. A childhood filled with sports, drive, and discipline formed his identity
2. Success in the health and fitness industry slowly turned into greed and “just a little more”
3. Gray-area decisions in business eventually landed him in federal prison
4. His first day behind bars triggered a panic attack that became a heart attack in a 6x9 cell
5. God met him in the darkest place—through the prayers of another inmate in solitary confinement
6. He was diagnosed with a rare blood cancer linked to steroid abuse
7. His wife served him separation papers while he was still incarcerated
8. God used heartbreak, loss, and time away from his family to completely realign his heart

Brian and Shannon talk candidly about:

1. The slow drift that leads to devastating choices
2. Why chasing “more” never satisfies
3. The difference between trying to change your spouse and letting God change you
4. How to rebuild trust when it’s been shattered
5. Why surrounding yourself with godly community is non-negotiable
6. How Brian now sees his company, DNA Fit Labs, as a way to help people steward their bodies and step into their God-given potential

If you’re:

1. Walking through the fallout of your own mistakes
2. Wondering if your marriage is beyond repair
3. Carrying shame from your past and questioning if God could ever use you again

…this conversation will remind you that redemption is not just an idea—it’s a Person.

“And I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten.”

— Joel 2:25

Brian’s story is living proof that Jesus steps into prison cells, courtrooms, broken homes, and shattered hearts. Failure does not have to be the end of your story; in God’s hands, it can become the beginning of a brand-new chapter.

Be encouraged: no matter how far you’ve fallen, you are not disqualified. God still knows your name, still has a plan, and still specializes in bringing beauty from ashes. 🌱🤍

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The greatest battle of faith is often not belief—but surrender.

In this episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart sits down with her mother for an intimate and powerful conversation about the battle of the will, persistent prayer, and trusting God through long seasons of waiting.

After achieving what many would call the American dream, Shannon’s mom shares how emptiness led her to Christ—and how true transformation only came through surrender. Together, they reflect on decades of prayer for family members, learning to release control, and believing God is still working even when nothing appears to be changing.

This episode offers a rare, honest look at:

• surrendering the right to yourself

• Jesus as both Savior and Lord

• praying for loved ones without visible results

• trusting God’s timing over human urgency

• finding hope when faith feels costly

It is a testimony of endurance, grace, and the quiet faith that refuses to give up.

For anyone praying for a spouse, parent, child, or loved one— this episode is a reminder that as long as there is breath, there is hope.

"The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." (James 5:16)

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