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  • Faith, Mental Health, and Finding Light in Darkness: A Tribute to Uncle Sammy

    In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode of What’s the Word, Jaime opens up about grief, mental health, and the power of faith during life’s toughest moments. 

    Dedicated to beloved Uncle Sammy, Jaime shares his story of sensitivity, struggle, and love, and explores how faith and connection can help us navigate pain and loss. With a focus on Mental Health Awareness Month and Men’s Suicide Awareness Month, this episode invites listeners to embrace vulnerability, find hope, and remember: you are never alone. Join Jaime for a walk and a conversation about love, forgiveness, and leaning into faith as a vital form of self-care. And a special bay area Paddle out will be on July 12, 2025. If you are local - please join us!

    Here are some resources:

    Chat or call: 988 for immediate support

    1-800-662-HELP (4357)

    https://www.nami.org/

    1-800-950-NAMI (6264)




    And a recent article I wrote to honor him and those who struggle. Sending my love and support xo 

    https://growingupsc.com/local-legend-honored-in-wake-of-mental-health-struggles/


    28 min
  • Starting Your Spiritual Journey: Faith, Prayer, and the Hallow App

    In this inspiring episode of What’s the Word, host Jaime welcomes Brian Enriquez, a co-founder of the Hallow prayer app, to discuss divine timing, faith, and the transformative power of prayer. Jaime shares a personal story of how a dream led to a meaningful connection with Brian and the Hallow team, highlighting how God puts people and opportunities on our hearts at the right moment. Brian shares his own spiritual journey alongside Hallow’s CEO, explaining how prayer transformed their lives and inspired them to create an inclusive, accessible app that supports people of all backgrounds in deepening their spiritual practice. They explore the app’s features—from bedtime Bible stories to meditation music and prayer challenges—designed to make prayer approachable for everyone. Brian encourages listeners to start with the “Intro Challenge” and embrace humility as the first step on their spiritual journey. Tune in for heartfelt stories, practical tips, and inspiration to help you connect with your faith in everyday life.

    Download the app here for a FREE trial: https://hallow.com/

    40 min
  • Back to the Word: An Unexpected Spiritual Journey Home Ep:1

    Welcome to What’s the Word!

    Join me as we dive deep into faith, self-care, and the beautiful, messy journey of parenthood. This podcast is a space where spirituality meets real life — no judgment, no perfection, just honest conversations and heartfelt stories.

    Originally born from my love of themed workouts and words of the day, What’s the Word has evolved into something much bigger than I ever expected. Along the way, I’ve explored wellness, motherhood, and the many twists and turns of my spiritual path — all while interviewing some of the most inspiring people I know.

    In this season and beyond, I’ll share my personal testimony, the powerful dreams that led me back to scripture, and the lessons I’m learning as I grow deeper in faith. Whether you’re just beginning your spiritual journey or looking to reconnect, you’re invited to come along with me, imperfect, curious, and open to whatever comes next.

    There will be candid chats, inspiring guests, practical self-care tips, and heartfelt stories about finding light in the everyday. This isn’t about telling you what to believe; it’s about exploring faith together and supporting each other along the way.

    So if you’re ready to say “yes” to your own spiritual journey — whatever that looks like for you  hit subscribe, share with a friend, and let’s grow together on What’s the Word.

    Welcome back. Welcome home. Welcome to What’s the Word. Be sure to subscribe and be a part of the community as we rise TOGETHER and remember to have FAITH!

    Xo

    J


    13 min
  • Self-Care Secrets - with Jaime McFaden - Ep 91 - Holly Stein

    Mama Meals is an organic postpartum meal service that delivers nutrient dense meals straight to your door that are designed to heal your mind, body and soul after giving birth.  They are rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda and Weston A. Price.  Holly started Mama Meals after having two completely different postpartum experiences.  Her first was very difficult, not knowing she was eating the "wrong" foods.  For her second, she prepped and froze over 60 meals following these principles and could not believe how much faster she healed and how much better she felt overall.

    Follow Holly on Intagram @eat.mamameals

    Find your Mama Meals @.    https://mama-meals.com/

    Affiliate link for discount: https://mamameals-oc.myshopify.com?sca_ref=4357032.XD4hFTEZyP


    31 min
  • Self-Care Secrets - with Jaime McFaden - Ep 90 - Gina Fagan

    First time Author, Georgina Fagan followed her heart and dream and wrote a story about the super powers of a single mama - she is now a best selling author creating a series and one lucky listener will WIN a signed copy of her book!

    Throughout her years of parenting, Georgina witnessed the inner challenges in her children being raised by a single parent, noticing these same challenges in her close friends and family members on the single-parent journey.

    Georgina unexpectedly became a single mother to her two young children, leading her to discover the superpowers within herself having to be both Mom and Dad.

    She made her writing debut in The Galore Gang: Mom and Her Magical Robe. 

    Follow Gina and her work at: https://www.thegaloregang.com/

    25 min
  • Self-Care Secrets - with Jaime McFaden - Ep 89 - Chloe Franke

    Single mom who has been a celebrity hairstylist for 20 years now diving into producing music videos check out this inspirational story on how you too can follow your dreams! 

    I met Chloe 10 years ago working with Jillian Michaels on set of fitness videos and her energy, sense of humor and ability to make EVERYONE crack up I knew I wanted to interview her for this super single mama series! 
    Follow Chloe at:
    https://www.instagram.com/prettybtches_bychloe/

    33 min
  • Self-Care Secrets - with Jaime McFaden - Ep 88 - Rita Koutsoulis

    With 20 years of casting experience under her belt, Rita Koutsoulis worked her way up the ranks before officially starting her own company in 2019! She is a first generation Greek American, and the name of the company was inspired by her Greek roots. She grew up in Stockton, CA and started working in casting after graduating from Cal State Long Beach in 2002. Throughout her career, Rita has help cast countless popular shows including... Deal or No Deal, The Biggest Loser, Are You The One?, People Puzzler, and Married at First Sight, among many. Rita takes pride in hiring staff that have strong work ethic, a great eye for talent and positive attitudes like herself. Her greatest accomplishment is becoming a mom in 2020 to the apple of her eye, her son Constantine.

    For all her info, please visit:

    https://kastopolisinc.com/casting

    28 min
  • Self-Care Secrets - with Jaime McFaden - Ep 87 - Sharon Jean Land

    Sharon recently released her book "The Healer's Journey" which hit #1 bestseller within 24 hours and she is giving a signed COPY of her book to a lucky listener so be sure to connect with Sharon and Me after listening to this inspirational episode!

    Find out about all of her projects at:
    https://www.sharonjeanland.com/

    47 min

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