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A quiet truth runs through this conversation: when one person is diagnosed with cancer, the whole family feels it. We sit down with Minister Jaretta  Ford—niece, caregiver, single mom—to talk about stage 4 lung cancer in a non‑smoker, the gritty reality of home care during COVID, and the slow, invisible toll of depression that can shadow even the most faithful hearts. It’s raw without being bleak, honest without losing hope, and grounded in the small daily rituals that restore dignity and keep a household standing.

Jaretta opens up about bathing and dressing her mother when weakness set in, the late‑night prayers, and the moments of joy that broke through—a smile after a sponge bath, a grandson who learned to fluff pillows just right, lollipops shared shoulder to shoulder. We widen the lens to the mental health cost of caregiving: sleeplessness, irritability, isolation, and the point where “I’m fine” no longer holds. Long before her mother’s illness, Jaretta wrestled with low self‑worth, harmful relationships, and a suicide attempt that ended on a hospital’s sixth floor—a survival she names as grace. The host shares her own diagnosed nervous breakdown after a sister’s death, underscoring that depression is real, common, and treatable.

Amid loss, faith becomes a framework for action, not a shortcut around pain. We talk about building a quiet space for prayer and reflection, asking for help without shame, and honoring memory as medicine. We also spotlight the nonprofit Hope for Healing—its name born of fasting, prayer, and a mission to walk with people through illness, grief, and recovery. If you’re caring for someone you love, or carrying a weight no one else can see, there’s something here for you: practical encouragement, language for what hurts, and proof that small acts—the kind you can do today—change the temperature of a hard season.

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A life can be built like a good house—measure twice, make it sturdy, then add the details that make people smile. We pick up with artist and craftsman Murphy Elliott as he lands in Vancouver, falls in love with Wendy, and turns a city of snow-capped mountains and salty air into a workshop for murals, inventions, and family. From hauling rice bags in ship hulls and learning the streets with paper maps to delivering supplies, painting apartments, and training a Sheltie to perform over a hundred tricks, Murphy shows how craft becomes character when you show up every day.

We walk the coastline of memories that feel almost cinematic: annual bathtub races off Kits Beach, a spur-of-the-moment border run to return to his future wife, and fearless jobs on swaying ladders that tested his nerve. The heart of the conversation lives where making meets meaning—hand-carved board games with moving asteroids, a foldable cardboard spaceship kids could climb into, and a flying-saucer bunk bed concept with a built-in playhouse and workspace. Not every idea reached a factory, but each one shaped a mindset: build for joy, share the result, and let the work teach you. That ethos scales up to murals at Expo ’86, where Murphy painted the GM pavilion and the Ramses exhibit—hieroglyphics included—proving that steady practice opens big doors.

Music threads through the family story. Christopher composes and records multi-instrument tracks that stop local crowds; Samantha adds a graceful voice, guitar, and sharp creative instincts that now power her role at a graphic arts company. We make the case for real listening—vinyl’s warmth over compressed files—and trade music-history gems that younger listeners may have missed. By the end, we hint at what’s next: leaving Canada after nearly three decades, returning to Florida, and sharing new space art across online communities. If you love stories of craftsmanship, creative parenting, Expo ’86 nostalgia, murals, DIY design, and the simple courage to climb one more rung, this chapter delivers.

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Ever wonder what happens when you put curiosity ahead of judgment and let a story unfold in its own voice? That’s the energy we bring to the mic as we share why conversations—not hot takes—are the heart of our show. We tip our hat to legends like Barbara Walters and Rona Barrett, the interviewers who taught us that empathy, rigor, and patience can draw out the truth better than any scripted moment. Their influence shapes our approach: ask honest questions, listen closely, and give guests room to own their narratives.

We unpack our mission to welcome voices from every walk of life—musicians, public figures, and everyday people with uncommon journeys. Some tales will challenge you, others will comfort you, and a few might do both in a single breath. We talk about staying open when you don’t agree, and why choosing to listen can turn friction into understanding. Along the way, we spotlight original music from Chris Murphy Elliott, a talented artist whose work sets a thoughtful tone for our conversations and links back to our first guest, Murphy Elliott. It’s a reminder that stories are connected—across families, cultures, and generations.

If you’re looking for a feed that values depth over noise, this is your place. We’re building a community that honors nuance, credits creators, and invites you to step forward with your own chapter when you’re ready. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves a good origin story, and leave a review to tell us which conversation stayed with you—and whose story we should feature next.

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A single hug can reset a life. That’s how Murphy Elliott describes meeting Emma at Elizabeth W. Murphy School—the first real embrace he remembers after a hard stretch in foster care—before a string of firsts turned a quiet kid into a relentless maker: a classroom-length chalk drawing that pulled in every student, an oil painting that won a scholarship, a slide rule that drafted a ranch home built by his classmates, and a sketcher’s eye that found its way into Apollo life support diagrams.

We start where most stories don’t—at the pump in the yard and the outhouse out back, with a family line rooted on islands in the Chesapeake and a father whose tuberculosis vanished after a prayer. From there, the details stack. A broken collarbone at five while shoveling chicken coops. A pig drawn on the inside cover of a coloring book so younger siblings had something bright on a bleak Christmas. Hootenannies, trumpet practice, and math classes sharpen the tools. Then come the machines: a 1936 Chevy resurrected from boxes in a barn at thirteen; a too-loud highway test that sends cars scrambling; the humility to sell it on and buy a $35 fixer that becomes its own education. Along the way, a stepdad who can repair anything models how patience and design fit together.

The journey winds through industry and service. Tech school drafts lead to real products—the Cross Your Heart living bra components, a toothbrush profile, a tampon dispenser—and to translating computer readouts into drawings for the astronaut’s portable life support system. The Navy detour promises art, delivers administration, and still yields stories: perfect scores on hill-starts in a two-and-a-half-ton truck and chauffeuring a base captain between duties. When the uniform comes off, the refrain is familiar: “get a real job.” Murphy does, one stroke at a time—painting the local Dairy Queen, fielding house requests at the drive-through, and discovering how public work builds a private archive. Nights belong to oils on canvas, days to ladders and trim, and eventually Vancouver becomes home for three decades, where he meets his wife, raises talented kids, and paints toward an astonishing tally of 16,000 houses.

This first chapter ends with gratitude—a shout-out to supporter Susan Roberts—and a promise. The next part dives into the fine art career, family collaborations, inventions, and the choice to return to the States and start again. If you care about craft, resilience, and the unexpected roads that lead to mastery, press play and ride with us. If the story moved you, follow the show, share this with a friend, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find it.

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Ever feel that split second where your patience thins and the “old you” steps forward with words you can’t take back? This bonus drop is a straight, practical talk about facing workplace pressure with a calmer spirit, and why a quick pre-commute ritual—Regina calls it prayer—can be the difference between a small slight and a career-size problem. We get real about triggers, tone, and the way one heated moment can flip you from being right on the facts to wrong on conduct.

We walk through the stress cocktail many teams live in: heavy workloads, tired managers, rushed messages, and clumsy phrasing that lands like disrespect. You can’t control other people’s tone, but you can arrive prepared. If the morning got away from you, take thirty seconds in the car or on the sidewalk to reset. Breathe, say a simple prayer, and set an intention to respond instead of react. That pocket of calm helps you hold boundaries, choose better words, and avoid the blowups that end up in HR or follow you to your next job.

You’ll hear personal lessons, not platitudes: how a mindful check-in keeps the peace when someone “picks the wrong battle,” why empathy matters when you don’t know what a coworker is carrying, and how composure protects your reputation as much as your sanity. We’re also teeing up a fuller series on conduct in public and at work, because small habits shape big outcomes. If you’ve ever wished for fewer fires and more grace at the office, start with this simple practice and notice how the day shifts.

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Have you ever pursued a dream that your own family couldn't see the value in? That crushing feeling when those closest to you don't fully believe in your vision can make anyone question their path. But what if that doubt is actually part of the journey?

My podcast started with just two loyal listeners—myself and my sister Lora. From her sickbed in 2020, when I contemplated giving up this project to focus solely on my music, Lora insisted I continue. "Please do the podcast," she urged. That single moment of encouragement changed everything. Today, what began as a tiny project has blossomed to reach over 20,000 listeners and continues to grow with each episode. Though Lora isn't physically here to witness this growth, her spirit guides everything I do with this platform.

The scripture says "a prophet is without honor in his own country," and this truth applies to many creative journeys. Sometimes the people who know you best believe in you least—at least until your success becomes impossible to ignore. But by then, the validation feels different, doesn't it? The magic happens when you push forward anyway, putting faith before doubt and purpose before approval. I'm now preparing to welcome incredible guests like Murphy Elliott and Elder Davis, people whose stories will inspire and transform. These connections represent the unexpected blessings that arrive when you refuse to abandon your calling.

If you're struggling with doubt today, especially from those whose support you crave most, take this as your sign to keep going. Your breakthrough might be just around the corner, and the right audience is waiting to find you. Subscribe to join our growing community as we launch Season 8, where remarkable stories await. Remember—if God is for you, who can stand against you?

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Ever wonder what makes a truly authentic interview? In this intimate monologue, I pull back the curtain on my unique approach to podcasting that sets my show apart from others. My philosophy is refreshingly simple: let people tell their own stories, completely uninfluenced by their previous media appearances or interviews.

Unlike many hosts who study their guests' past interviews, I deliberately avoid this practice. Not because I'm unprepared, but because I'm committed to creating something genuinely fresh. When you listen to my conversations, you're hearing authentic reactions and questions that emerge organically from the moment, not recycled talking points from other shows. This approach creates a raw, unfiltered experience where guests share their truths without the safety net of heavy editing. What you hear is what actually happened – a rarity in today's highly produced media landscape.

Season 8 is just around the corner, kicking off with talented painter Murphy Elliott, followed by an exciting lineup of ministers, politicians, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with extraordinary stories to share. My passion for audio storytelling traces back to childhood memories of listening to radio with my sister – those suspenseful moments where imagination filled in the visual gaps. That's why I've built my brand on audio rather than video. It's not about being seen; it's about creating an intimate space where stories can truly be heard. If you value authentic human connection and unscripted conversations, this upcoming season promises to deliver stories that will move you in unexpected ways. Stay tuned!

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What makes a truly great conversation? After recording more than 600 podcast episodes, I've discovered it's not about being the loudest voice in the room—it's about creating space for authentic stories to unfold naturally.

Season 8 of the Regina Swarn Audio Series represents this philosophy in its purest form. Each episode centers around a fundamental truth: no one can tell your story better than you. Whether you're a business owner with entrepreneurial wisdom to share, a musician with creative insights, or someone with life experiences that might inspire others, this season is designed as a platform for genuine voices.

We'll be continuing some powerful narratives from previous seasons, including the compelling story of Jerri Clay Hays from Rescue Cats Incorporated in Fayetteville. Her dedication to animal rescue resonated so deeply with listeners that we'll be expanding her story across multiple episodes this season. This approach reflects our commitment to diving deeper into stories that matter, giving them the time and attention they deserve.

The audio experience will be enhanced with beautiful original music, including "God's Theme" from the Swarn Sisters and Friends collection. We're also planning special musical collaborations, potentially featuring Dr. John Thomas, who has been instrumental in my musical journey alongside my sister Lora.

Ready to share your story with our growing community of listeners? Whether it's about your passion project, personal journey, or even a love story that needs telling, I'd love to hear from you. The best conversations happen when authentic voices find the right space to be heard, and Season 8 is all about creating that space. Reach out to [email protected] and let's start a conversation that matters.

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Exciting changes are coming to the Regina Swarn Audio Series! In this quick bonus episode, I'm thrilled to unveil my brand new podcast artwork created by the incredibly talented Murphy Elliott.

The stunning artwork revealed today represents a significant milestone for the show. I've implemented a thoughtful cover art strategy moving forward - whenever I host a solo episode like this one, you'll see this beautiful new design gracing your podcast feed. For episodes featuring guests, their images will take center stage on the cover instead, making it easier for you to identify different types of content at a glance.

Murphy Elliott truly deserves special recognition for this artistic contribution. As one of the most gifted artists I've had the pleasure of knowing, his creative vision perfectly captures the essence of what this podcast represents. I'm especially excited to announce that Murphy himself will be joining me as a guest later this month, where we'll dive deeper into his creative process and artistic journey. This visual transformation marks just the beginning of exciting new developments for the show. If you'd like to connect or share your thoughts about our new look, please reach out to me directly at [email protected]. Subscribe now to ensure you don't miss Murphy's upcoming interview and all the fascinating conversations yet to come!

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