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If you’re looking to end your year on a high note, love a good transformation story or want to feel inspired by the potential that awaits you in 2023, this episode marks the spot! 

Today, John Ruhlin is a successful founder, CEO, author and sought-after speaker, but a few short decades ago he was just a farm boy from Ohio. His humble beginnings would take a turn as he began to earn jaw-dropping monthly checks as the greatest seller in Cutco’s 68-year history – with no prior sales experience. ZERO. His secret sauce? Gift giving! In this episode John breaks down the power of radical generosity, why gratitude is your competitive advantage, how he learned to normalize tension in pursuit of his calling and why he’s certain “the suck” of life often leads us to our significance. In short – don’t sleep on this conversation. John’s uncommon wisdom and unforgettable life story is one you’ve just got to hear! 

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What happens when you resent what you once loved? Where do you go next? Is that a sign to try something new? If these questions hit home, turn this one up because this week’s guest has been there and back and wants you to know you’re far from alone. 

In this episode Paula sits down with the Lead Pastor of Churchome, Judah Smith, for a raw conversation that will encourage you to stop ignoring your annoyances, know your “why” and find your margin again. Born to a long line of ministers (we’re talking 7 generations) –Judah tells Paula about what it was like to lose his dad at an early age, and how the loss of his hero took a toll on his calling. Also, widely known as the pastor who baptized Justin Beiber, Judah offers his hot take on the phenomenon of “celebrity pastors,” the surprising backstory of his friendship with Justin that took place well before he was a household name, and why he’s convinced wisdom and age don’t always go hand in hand.  

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Tis the season… for socializing! Warning: This episode will change the conversation game at your next family gathering, office party and every ugly sweater party in between! Paula sits down with bestselling author, popular speaker (over 50M views on her YouTube tutorials) and self-described “recovering awkward person,” Vanessa Van Edwards, for one awesomely helpful conversation. Today, as founder of Science of People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ ), Vanessa found a way to turn her fascination with people into a calling to help others. In this episode you’ll learn the small swaps to keep your conversations off autopilot, ways to optimize both the areas where you are your best self and your most awkward self, and how to ask the right questions to unlock the connection you’ve been craving. 

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It’s an extra special CALLBACK episode featuring the very first guest of the Faith & Calling podcast – who also happens to be Paula’s longtime friend of over 10 years, Candace Cameron Bure! Since that first episode, Candace has been one busy lady… 

Just this year, the Queen of Christmas movies closed out her time at The Hallmark Channel and stepped into a brand new role as Chief Creative Officer at a brand new network - Great American Family. In this episode Candace opens up about her numerous projects, the value of hard work and how she handles alllll the critics along the way. She also offers up the proper way to hold a wine glass and some of the ground rules that helped her and her husband launch their three grown kids into adulthood (and off their dime!).

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Just in time for the holidays: Preorder Paula’s new book, “You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a Better Way Forward” (March 2023). The first 300 people to preorder will receive a custom tote, two advance chapters from the book selected personally by Paula, a video greeting and a discount code to one of Paula’s favorite fashion brands - ABLE. All you have to do is preorder the book HERE!

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If you ever feel like the things that make you different are keeping you from your calling – settle in, because you’re about to find a double dose of belonging and courage in this week’s episode. Deb Liu, CEO of Ancestry.com and founder of Facebook Marketplace, has spent her whole life shifting gears, seeking support and keeping her faith – all while climbing the ranks of Silicon Valley empires like eBay, Meta and PayPal. 

As a powerful C-suite tech leader, who is both a female and a person of color, Deb’s personal and professional journey is a rarity. In this episode she opens up to Paula about what it was like growing up as a first-generation Chinese American in the South, where no one looked like her and why her faith was the key to grounding herself in a bigger belonging. Today, as a busy mom and caregiver to her own mother, Deb also shares her zero-regret policy to combat guilt, her tried-and-true advice for finding clarity in the midst of a challenge, and why she says the key to taking a step forward is actually taking a step back. Deb also offers up the personal observations and convictions that led her to write her new book, “Take Back Your Power: 10 New Rules for Women at Work”, along with THE question you need to ask to unlock your next promotion. 

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What do you do when you sense a calling that you didn’t see coming? If you’re struggling with doubt or insecurity to make a pivot or outrun your past (and/or if you’re a 90’s kid who is curious what one of your favorite stars has been up to) then this week’s episode is a must! Comedian, actor, producer, author, fun dad of four – and now, youth pastor, Kel Mitchell, joins Paula for an uplifting conversation that will encourage anyone needing a reminder that they are more than worthy of their calling. 

Kel’s jaw-dropping journey had him cracking up kids on Nickelodeon's “All That,” “Keenan and Kel,” “Good Burger” and more… and eventually led him to answering the call to encourage, inspire and pastor kids in his church, a testament he credits to God’s unique calling on each of us - “there’s no comparison.” In this episode Kel takes Paula behind the scenes from his foiled SNL audition to his private struggles with addiction, divorce and deep depression. He also tells Paula about his hilarious new Young Adult book, “Prank Day” ... add this one to your gifting list and the kids in your life will thank you later!

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When looking to take a leap in life, the best advice often boils down to these three words: trust your gut. Often that’s easier said than done, but this week’s guest is living proof that believing in yourself - every step of the way - changes EVERYTHING. 

Today she’s the Creator of the wildly popular The Simplified Planner®, bestselling author, and mama of three – but just a handful of years ago Emily Ley was a newlywed with a love for luxe stationery (which was not in the budget), a knack for DIY and a budding Etsy account. As Simplified grew to hit major shelves like Target and Amazon, Emily hit each milestone while staying true to herself and knowing her “why.” In this episode hear Emily’s encouragement for chasing the thing that lights you up, why she’s a stickler for morning routines and the inspirational new project that was born out of a season of feeling forgotten. Consider this episode your reminder to “simplify” and trust that your calling and your instincts really do go hand-in-hand. 

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Got a BIG moment coming up? Feeling nervous, anxious, fearful? Well, you can take a deep breath and exhale, because you have just found a game-changing episode! This week Paula is joined by one of her favorite human beings, who happens to be her husband – John Krueger. For years “Coach K” has coached college, high school and youth basketball. He also leads a commercial real estate brokerage team. Through many seasons on the court and in the business world he’s learned and led others to understand the importance of being mentally prepared and how it can change everything for you. In this episode John will break down all the buzzwords behind mental preparation. Learn how to accept your nerves, what to do with all those negative thoughts and why there’s a difference between imagination and visualization (and which one actually helps). Get ready because it’s time to get your head in the game and flip that panicked script once and for all! 

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To be human is to struggle with relationships from time to time. Whether you’re in the thick of a brutal season of hurt, feeling paralyzed and stuck, or realizing you’re a lifelong people pleaser who is now running on empty – go ahead and turn this one up because a wellspring of raw and refreshing perspective and wisdom is about to come your way.  

Paula’s dear friend and New York Times Best-Selling author and speaker, Lysa TerKeurst, is joining “Faith & Calling” for a deep dive on her latest book, “Good Boundaries and Goodbyes” (in stores November 8). Aside from being a celebrated writer, Lysa is a mother and grandma, but she’s also been through it – including the painful loss of her marriage of nearly 30 years. She opens up about the tough road she’s walked over the last eight years. Hear why it’s made her so passionate about helping others learn what boundaries are (Hint: they’re not just pushing people away), why they’re essential to keeping our relationships healthy and what happens when they turn into goodbyes. Lysa also tells Paula about her early days of writing and shares how her calling was birthed through rejection, closed doors and patience. 25+ books later and now a mother to grown kids, hear how Lysa is doing today, why she learned to let silence become her friend and her encouragement for anyone looking to fill in the gaps of the loneliness of life. 

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Buckle up because Paula is in the fast lane this week with Hall of Fame NASCAR driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr! Just a few years ago he took his final lap around the track, got married and now has two little girls, whom he dotes over daily. His daughters even inspired his latest act - authoring "Buster’s Trip to Victory Lane", a children’s book with the message that sometimes we all need a little inspiration to make it to the finish line. 

That theme of perseverance is something Dale Jr. knows a lot about. He takes Paula back to the moment he told his dad, legend Dale Earnhardt Senior, that he felt called to racing, how his greatest lessons came from making mistakes along the way, and why he believes we shouldn’t retire “from” something but instead “to” something. This episode is packed with encouragement, heart and warmth to help get you in the “groove” for all the laps to come! 

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Check out Dale Jr.s new book, "Buster’s Trip to Victory Lane" 

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