Kristy Eller DeBoer is the founder of KED Styled. Kristy's career prior to this was behind the camera, but she has rewritten that script and now it's her time to shine in front of the camera - and she does! Our conversation shares about a significant life event that caused her to reflect on her life and realize that she wasn't where she wanted to be. So, she made the conscious decision to take some time and "do the work" to get herself on a healthier track that included the decision to be sober and create a healthier lifestyle that resulted in shedding the old Kristy - along with 30 pounds - and feeling better than she's felt in years! We also talk about stepping out in faith to start her business, the importance of having supportive friendships and so much more!

Some people have big dreams, but don’t work to make them happen. Cody Mayo is not one of those people. His dream of becoming an actor began at a young age. Following high school, he earned an acting scholarship to The University of Oklahoma, where he attended college and met his wife, Casey. After graduating from college, they got married and shortly thereafter moved to Los Angeles. It didn’t take long for Cody to jump right into auditions and casting calls. Although there were plenty of rejections along the way, he preserved, and eventually gained numerous acting jobs while learning the in’s and out’s of the industry. 

After a decade of building a career and a family in Los Angeles, Cody and his wife felt a pull to be closer to their own families in Oklahoma and Texas and relocated back to the Sooner State. Another big draw in their return was the explosive growth of the film industry while they were away; creating additional opportunities in the industry.

Cody’s newest endeavor is founding Cody Mayo Studios on Studio Row in Tulsa. As a certified coach, he offers his talent and expertise by providing high level acting classes for film and tv, as well as personal coaching and workshops for kids, teens and adults.

HAPPY to be kicking-off Season 6 of the Sharing Passion and Purpose Podcast with conversations that are meant to enlighten and inspire you on your path towards passion and purpose!

This episode will share a little about what I've been up to this summer (during my podcasting break), reveal information about guests this season, and as well as share a little about an 85-year happiness study conducted during a Harvard Study. Hint, hint: the company you keep is important!

This season's theme has focused on PURPOSE. Specfically, how people are living more purposefully and with purpose. Guests have been asked to articulate their purpose and it's been interesting to learn how people live with purpose. If you don't know your purpose, this mini-episode (approx. 5 minutes!) is for you! I offer two questions for you to consider (on a daily basis) that might help you discover your purpose. 

I'll be taking a break from publishing podcast episodes this summer but will be working on Season 6 to kick off in mid- August! I also put a request for my amazing listeners to send in recommendations of guests you'd like to hear from in an upcoming podcast episode! 

I look forward to staying connected via social media! See you in August!

Fathers play a pivotal role in the lives of their children. So, in honor of Father’s Day, we want to recognize a father who is spreading a little magic in the lives of his children and also around the Tulsa area! Pat Cawiezell is the Buyer & Author Events Coordinator for Magic City Books. He and his wife, Jillian, have two young boys. So, as you can imagine, his home life is full and his day job is, too! During this visit, you’ll get to know Pat, his love for family and why the Tulsa transplant enjoys this city so much!

Carol Mathews is many things to many people. For me, she is an encourager, connector AND a creative.

As the Founder and CEO of Hero Productions, she has an incredible talent for storytelling. That, coupled with her background in film has enabled her to produce multiple television series that have aired on ESPN, TBN, and The Family Channel.  When she’s not working on film projects, she is working with non-profits and private businesses to define their mission, vision, and values in order to increase their reach and efficiency while creating unity on their team.

During this visit, Carol shares more about her background, the thing that makes her passionate about what she’s doing – a.k.a. her superpower! - and how she has found fulfillment in a career supporting others!

This podcast is for all the Mothers out there! This episode visits with mother of nine, Kirsten Vossler, host of Rejoicing in Motherhood Podcast. Kirsten has a heart for Jesus and a calling for enouraging others along their motherhood journey. 

Episode 104 is for you if:

You want some encouragement on your mothering journey (she likely has a kiddo in the same stage - hers range from teen to 8 months!).

You sometimes struggle with Mom Guilt (she shares her perspective on this!)

You want a resource for some awesome mothering tips to help you gain more time!

If you've ever experienced feeling tired, anxious or overwhelmed, this is the episode for you! Leading up to Mother's Day, I'm sharing a guest who has experienced all those feelings and more. Amy Seiffert is an author, speaker, coach AND mother of three. In her new book, Starved, she combines practical advice with Biblical scripture to guide us through a spiritual diet change that will feed the soul while providing fulfillment, wholeness and peace.

Ifaseyi Amusan is a chef who views serving food as a ministry. This amazing Mom was been her son's, Onifade, biggest cheerleader in fostering his passion for baking and encouraging him to progress in his craft. Now, at fifteen, he just opened his own brick and mortar location called Onifade’s Cookie Company!

We’ll visit with both about their passion for providing good food and tasty treats as well as their business partnership as a Mother and Son duo!