Rachel sits down with Toni Collier — speaker, author, and founder of Broken Crayons Still Color — to talk about her new book Don’t Try This Alone: The Power of the Right People in Your Life.

Together they unpack what it really means to let people in when you feel messy, why true healing happens in the context of community, and how to find (or rebuild) a circle that’s safe and life-giving.

Whether you’re walking through a hard season, craving deeper friendships, or wondering if you can really trust others again, this episode will remind you that you don’t have to do it all on your own and you’re not meant to.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

ORDER TONI’S BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Try-This-Alone-Community/dp/1400233542

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode, Rachel Awtrey sits down to share the kind of big sister wisdom most of us wish someone had told us sooner. With her signature blend of warmth, wit, and straight talk, Rachel tackles the lies we believe about our worth, our bodies, and our calling — and replaces them with truth that sets us free.

From why you should stop shrinking to make others comfortable, to how to pray and set boundaries at the same time, Rachel delivers a powerful reminder that you are already loved, already enough, and already equipped to step into the life God has for you.

If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, people-pleasing, fear of taking the next step, or wondering if your life really makes an impact — this episode is for you.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful and tender conversation, Rachel sits down with Davy Blackburn, founder of Nothing is Wasted Ministries, to talk about grief, healing, and how joy can emerge even in the darkest moments.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this deeply moving episode, Rachel sits down with Kiwi Cook, a former Compassion International sponsored child, whose story will stop you in your tracks. Growing up in poverty overseas, Kiwi’s early life was marked by scarcity, resilience, and a dream that felt impossibly far away… until one person’s “yes” changed everything.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a world that’s constantly telling us to change our bodies, Lisa Whittle is inviting us to reclaim them. In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Lisa to talk about her brand-new Bible study, Body and Soul: A Biblical Look at the Whole Person God Created You to Be.

From anti-aging serums to fad diets and fitness fads, we’re bombarded with messages that our bodies are problems to solve. But what if—just what if—our bodies were good? What if we stopped striving and started seeing our whole selves the way God does?

Lisa walks us through how Scripture talks about the body—not just in bits and pieces, but from Genesis to Revelation. This isn’t your typical body talk. It’s about rediscovering what it means to live as a whole person, made in the image of a God who doesn’t make mistakes.

We talk about curves, scars, stretch marks, and faith. We get into identity, healing, and how every wrinkle can tell a story of God's faithfulness. This episode is an invitation to live well, not just spiritually—but physically, emotionally, and fully present.

ORDER LISA’S NEW STUDY: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/body-and-soul-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005849644?mcid=Adwords-sb-PLA-005849644&cmpid=pm:ggl:220725|oth|shopping|women|women|17853994734|womens_pmax:pla:na&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22485007642&gbraid=0AAAAADG5Des3EZVXtJ06upcLOACBO7bOE&gclid=CjwKCAjwr5_CBhBlEiwAzfwYuFCyNgPcMec4M8uW7-z4B-2uOuhOsPwRC7S3UzdQv6RKeGSENRAHQBoCYIoQAvD_BwE

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK: https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

CONTACT: [email protected]

This video/podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I’ve received for free. I only share things I truly love and think will bring you value. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW:

To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected] or those at That Sounds Fun Network.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography

Production by Phillip and Cait Howard by Amplify Boutique

Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones

DISCLAIMERS:

The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.

Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this vulnerable second half, Rachel and Thomas open up about a season of unknowns, starting with mysterious health issues and ending in the emergency discovery of an ectopic pregnancy. 

They walk through the confusion, heartbreak, surgery, and the grief that followed—along with the beauty that showed up in community, faith, and even an ambulance ride. This one’s for anyone who’s walked through pain and wondered where God was in it. 

It’s raw, hope-filled, and a reminder that even when life feels heavy, joy still has a seat at the table.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK NOW! https://rstyle.me/+lBidbooIwoU_I9BuL097BQ

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

CONTACT: [email protected]

This video/podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I’ve received for free. I only share things I truly love and think will bring you value. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW:

To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected] or those at That Sounds Fun Network.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography

Production by Phillip and Cait Howard by Amplify Boutique

Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones

DISCLAIMERS:

The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.

Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PREORDER Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It All The Time): https://rstyle.me/+hZ4zlRKm6FthvVDNMjyy6A

BE ON THE LYL LAUNCH TEAM: https://forms.gle/65bc2SSednGY4onv8

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s another two part story time! This time, it’s with the Awtreys! In this first half of a two-part conversation, Rachel sits down with her husband, Thomas, to catch up on a year marked by deployment, parenting curveballs, and chasing big dreams. 

From the boys’ muddy adventures to the behind-the-scenes of writing Rachel’s debut book, this episode feels like a warm, honest chat on the couch. They talk reentry after time apart, lessons from military life, and how joy still shows up in the middle of messy routines. 

If you’re craving a real-life check-in with laughter, honest marriage talk, and big “same here” energy—you’re in the right place.

ORDER RACHEL’S BOOK NOW! https://rstyle.me/+lBidbooIwoU_I9BuL097BQ

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

CONTACT: [email protected]

This video/podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I’ve received for free. I only share things I truly love and think will bring you value. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW:

To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected] or those at That Sounds Fun Network.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography

Production by Phillip and Cait Howard by Amplify Boutique

Intro Music: "Luxurious" by Sunny Tones

DISCLAIMERS:

The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode.

Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLARITY CALL: https://calendly.com/realtalkwithrachel/coaching

CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices