We welcome Julie Birky to the show. Julie is a therapist and college instructor. Today, we'll discuss issues relating to mental health awareness and treatment. We also talk about what support can look like from family, friends and the church.

Today's guests are Robert Simmons, Deputy Fire Marshal and Matt Quinlan, Engineer with the Champaign Fire Department. We discuss the career of firefighting, how it all works and what we can do to better keep ourselves safe.

Recent studies reveal that around 70% of homes have a pet of some kind. Our pets have routines, and we do too. How do we help them adjust to a change in schedule? How do we prevent them from destoying our couch? Mary Tiefenbrunn, Executive Director of the Champaign County Humane Society answers these questions and more on today's episode.

Today's guest is George Stahnke. He's been in ministry for over 40 years and has served as a pastoral counselor with Focus on the Family for 18 years. He shares how married couples can best navigate through stress that comes with being in an economic recession. He also speaks to managing personal stress during these times both in and out of the home.

Today's guest is Brian Williamsen, who serves as a Communications Manager for The American Red Cross of Illinois. Brian discusses the various ways the American Red Cross responds to the needs of families and individuals who have experienced their worst day. He also shares about exciting volunteer opportunities and ways to save lives through donating blood.