What happens after you leave?

That’s the question we explore in Part 2 of Alaina’s story.

Leaving a cult wasn’t just a moment—it was a painful journey of untangling lies, rebuilding identity, and learning what real freedom looks like.

This episode is honest, emotional, and deeply hopeful.

🎙️ Listen now. Like, share and follow!

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She spent years trapped in a cult built on fear, control, and deception.

But everything began to change when she encountered something simple… a statement of faith at a classical Christian school.

What started as curiosity became a journey toward truth, healing, and freedom in Christ.

This part 1 or 2 episodes is powerful, emotional, and full of hope for anyone searching for truth or walking through spiritual confusion.

🎧 New episode out now.

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In this episode we’re going to be mixing it up a little. Rather than me interviewing someone I’m going to be the interviewee! Remember to like and follow and share this episode of the ordinary Brave if you enjoyed!

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What does election integrity really look like at the local level?

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Detwiler, Chairman of the Putnam County Election Commission, to talk about how elections are conducted right here in our community.

From early voting to ballot counting, we discuss the processes, safeguards, and transparency measures that help ensure every vote is handled with accuracy and care.

If you’ve ever had questions about how elections work or what makes them secure, this conversation offers a clear and informative look behind the scenes.

🎧 Tune in and learn more about the system that supports one of our most important civic responsibilities.

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What happens when a personal challenge becomes a powerful purpose?

In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Hof, who shares her inspiring journey of being deaf and how it led her to create a vision much bigger than herself-Unique Cookeville.

Rachel’s heart is to bring together individuals with special needs, families, and caregivers into one place for resources, support, connection, and community. What started as a vision is growing into something truly meaningful!💛

🎧 Tune in and be encouraged.

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In this episode, we sit down with Beth Herren from Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic to talk about something that impacts students, families, and our entire community-sexual risk avoidance education in schools.

What are students really being taught?
How does this approach equip young people to make healthy, informed decisions?
And why does it matter for their future?

Beth shares insight into the curriculum, the heart behind it, and the real-life impact she’s seeing right here in our local schools.

This is a conversation about empowering the next generation with knowledge, confidence, and values that support long-term well-being.

🎧 Tune in, listen, and join the conversation. Like and share!

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In this episode, we sit down with a passionate leader, Kerri Apple, from YoungLives right here in Cookeville who is making a powerful impact in the lives of young moms, dads, and their children.

Through faith, mentorship, and unconditional love, this ministry is meeting girls exactly where they are, and walking with them toward hope, and a deeper relationship with Christ. 💛

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that ministry isn’t about perfection, but it’s about showing up, loving well, and pointing others to Jesus.

🎧 You don’t want to miss this one.

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We’re joined by Matt Bragga, head baseball coach at Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles baseball, for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to live a Godly life-both on and off the field.

Coach Bragga shares wisdom from the dugout and beyond, reminding us that character, faith, and integrity matter just as much as wins and losses. ⚾️🙏

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or simply striving to walk out your faith daily, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

Tune in now and be inspired to live boldly for Christ in every arena of life.

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There are heroes in our community who don’t wear capes, but they show up with clothes, essentials, and open hearts for children in need. ❤️

This week on the podcast, we’re shining a light on an incredible ministry right here in Cookeville-the Upper Cumberland Foster Closet, and its Director, Autumn Weitzel. They’re serving foster families in some of their most urgent moments, making sure kids feel seen, valued, and cared for.

From providing clothing and supplies to offering encouragement and support, their impact goes far beyond what you can imagine.

🎙️ Tune in to hear powerful stories, the heart behind the mission, and how YOU can be part of making a difference. Www.ucfostercloset.org

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What happens when a pastor’s child walks away from God?

In this episode, a pastor and his wife open up about the pain, the questions, and the prayers that come with loving a prodigal child.

Nothing about this is easy—but there is still hope.

You don’t want to miss this one.

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