I migliori Stories From Everyday podcast (2024)

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"Help other people, and be there for them" - Grover Wray 17:54

3d ago17:54

17:54

Many times God places people in our paths at just the right time, and our lives are changed forever. In this short episode I share two personal stories that have helped inspire me to be a better person, and to help others in need.Di Grover Wray

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"If you pray for rain, ya gotta deal with the mud." - Mike Pickett 28:25

10d ago28:25

28:25

In this episode, Mike Pickett shares about trials in his life... He is someone that can speak from experience, as he has gone through much loss, pain, sorrow, and grief. "Never, never, never, never, never give up... ever, you can't, there's always someone that needs you, whether it be your loved ones or even that someone that's standing in the back…

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"Attitude is everything, if you think you can do it then you can" - Jourdyn Pitcher 31:04

17d ago31:04

31:04

You'll be so glad you listened to this episode! Jourdyn Pitcher isn't just a cancer survivor, she is an absolute inspiration! She has seen her fair share of trials in her life, beginning at age 14, and she chose to place her faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ through it all. "The Lord knows what He's doing and we just have to be patient and …

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"Have open communication with your kids, talk to them about body boundaries" - Bethany DeChamps 27:17

24d ago27:17

27:17

In this eye opening episode, you will hear from a social worker at the "Upper Valley Child Development Center," Bethany DeChamps. She educates us about talking about the hard subjects with our children, and ways to help prevent child abuse of all kinds. Bethany's knowledge and passion for the work she does in helping prevent child abuse, and workin…

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"The things we do in our lives each and every day, we're always touching someone else's life." - Kris Boyle 26:54

1M ago26:54

26:54

In this episode, Kris Boyle shares stories about his teaching career at BYU Provo in the area of communications, sports journalism, and fictional story telling. His passion for what he does is truly inspiring and you can feel of his love for the students he has taught over the years!

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"True happiness comes when we can forgive, and let go, and move on." - Nancy Bills 27:18

1M ago27:18

27:18

In this episode, Nancy Bills shares some of her experiences growing up in a home with eleven other siblings, recounting the abuse that took place in their home. Her message is ultimately one of forgiveness, and about loving those who have made mistakes...Being able to move on, and do our best to be like the Savior, rising above the unfortunate situ…

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"I can tell you right now, no eighteen-year old is ready to die." - Michael Fauber 33:39

2M ago33:39

33:39

In this episode, Michael Fauber recounts the horrific experience he went through while serving a mission in Alabama. Michael was shot seven times by a gunman while participating in an activity at their local church building. His faith, courage, tender mercies, and help from unseen Angels are all a part of this miraculous story. "When it comes down …

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"It's a part of love to grieve the loss." - Terri Clark 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

In this episode, Terri Clark shares her story of being a cancer caregiver for twelve years, first with her son Cody, and six months later with her husband Adrian. After their deaths, Terri continues to grow and learn new ways to adjust to her new reality, and she offers wonderful guidance and advice about grief, loss, and hope. " It's okay to be sa…

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"Be still and know that He is God." - Kyler Hamilton 33:16

2M ago33:16

33:16

In this episode, Kyler Hamilton shares his thoughts and convictions on the importance of aligning our will with our Heavenly Father's will. He explains beautifully the concept of "and, if not..." For example, if we ask God for something specifically such as healing a loved one, and it doesn't appear that it will happen, we can tell Heavenly Father …

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"God knows what is best for us, let Him into our lives and He will help" - Rod Wray/Grover Wray 20:05

2M ago20:05

20:05

In this episode, my brother Rod and I visit about letting God be a part of our lives... not just when we need something from Him, but always. There are times when we just need to give ourselves to Him and allow His presence into our lives... we can' always do it alone, He is always there for us. We both share stories that illustrate how God is alwa…

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"When you're a kid, it's not your fault if your life is messed up, you're given the hand you're dealt and you go from there." - Tim Everett 26:40

2M ago26:40

26:40

In this episode, Tim Everett shares his story of having an abusive father, and grandfather, and living with other family members as a result. Tim learned at a young age that he has control over how he views life and the struggles that come his way. "You get the ability to wake up every single day and be the person you want to be, so who are you goi…

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"I need to step up and get more for myself, nobody else is going to do it" - Stephanie Ortiz 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

In this episode, Stephanie Ortiz recalls her early years growing up in a small Idaho town, surrounded by poverty and despair. Stephanie shares her experiences of sexual abuse, and growing up with an abusive mother with a serious addiction to drugs. Stephanie's story is one of not giving up, and finding the courage to bounce back against all odds. "…

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"It's in the moments where you want to lash out that you need God the most" - John Aebischer 37:17

3M ago37:17

37:17

In this episode, John and Valerie Aebischer share their heart warming and touching story of losing two children within a very short time span, due to complications during pregnancy. Through all of their heartache and pain, John and Valerie have learned to rely on each other and in God throughout their struggles and hard times. You will feel of thei…

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"God planted some Angels in my life" - Gary Keith (Part Two) 27:49

3M ago27:49

27:49

This is part two of Gary's horrific story of abuse growing up in South Carolina. In this episode Gary shares how his life began to take a positive turn, and those that were placed in his life to encourage and mentor him. "If you want your life to be a magnificent story, then realize that you are its author."…

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(Part One) "Life is not a matter of holding good cards, but of playing a poor hand very well" - Gary Keith (Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson) 22:21

3M ago22:21

22:21

This is a two-part episode, part two will air next week on March 15th. The following is an excerpt from Gary's book, "Overcoming a childhood of abuse and dysfunctional living: How I did it." Gary Keith was born in a small town in rural South Carolina to alcoholic parents who abused and neglected him. For the first twenty years of his life, he was t…

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"Just keep going, don't give up" - Dillon Stucki 27:15

4M ago27:15

27:15

In this episode, Dillon Stucki shares his experiences in life that has brought him closer to his Savior. He talks about his love of working with the youth and mentoring them during their young lives, and how his many near death experiences have helped prepare, and shape his entire life into one of serving and loving others. Dillon is an amazing ind…

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"I know that Heavenly Father knows that I'm trying to do my best" - Bobbie Stucki 26:25

4M ago26:25

26:25

In this episode, Bobbie Stucki shares the importance of raising children in todays world, and the significance of teaching them to work hard in this life... "I'm trying to raise my kids so they can be good humans when they leave." Part of their success as parents is how Bobbie and her husband Dillon put their trust in Heavenly Father to help them t…

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"It's never to late, God has a plan for all of us" - John Cordtz 25:43

4M ago25:43

25:43

In this episode, John and Hallee Cordtz share their insights as new parents. They talk about the spiritual side of bringing a child into this world, and the importance of teaching true principles of God and Jesus Christ to our children as they grow up in our homes. Their message is powerful, and yet simple at the same time... Allow God into our rel…

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Life is amazing, it's worth living - Mahayla Mower 27:33

4M ago27:33

27:33

In this episode Mahayla Mower shares her story of being bullied as a child and how she has learned to tune out those unwanted voices and focus on loving herself for who she is. There are still moments, however, where she experiences dark moments of depression and thoughts of self-harm, but she never gives up, she never stops trying to improve. Whil…

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"Treat everyone with respect" - Dana Vega 28:13

5M ago28:13

28:13

In this episode, Dana Vega discusses years of mental, physical, and sexual abuse that she endured over a span of many years. Her story is one of breaking the cycle of abuse and re-inventing herself to who she is today, and who she wants to become. Her story gives us a sense of hope that we can overcome our past and use it as a way of helping others…

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"Life is not easy, but it doesn't have to be miserable or sad" - Victoria Vassar 22:19

5M ago22:19

22:19

In this episode, Victoria Vassar talks about being adopted at birth, the death of her adoptive mother, and many other inspiring and uplifting words. This young lady's take on life, and her wisdom at such a young age, will warm your soul. For example, she reminds each of us of the "importance of looking for the good things in life", and to "Look for…

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"Turn to the Savior" - Grover Wray 10:27

5M ago10:27

10:27

In this short episode, I share a story that reminds us that the Savior is always there for us! He can help us through the hard times in our life if we let Him!Di Grover Wray

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"You do your part and miracles can happen" - Steve Simmons (Part Two) 47:12

5M ago47:12

47:12

In this episode, Steve Simmons talks candidly about his personal experience of attempting to take his own life. Steve is very detailed and descriptive about this event, so if you listen, and feel you are being triggered by something that is said, please contact a family member, a friend, or a professional to talk to. As Steve discusses, this is a t…

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"Helping people to feel seen, is helping them to feel heard" - Nicki Derr 26:28

5M ago26:28

26:28

In this episode, Nicki Derr reminds us of the importance of making human connections with those around us. She brings with her a bright and optimistic perspective on life, and has a strong conviction of serving and helping others... "I work for God, I don't work for people.. I'm doing this because these are God's children." Nicki may be young, but …

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"Life isn't a sentence that we serve out, it's a gift meant to be honored" - Frank Flanders 31:13

6M ago31:13

31:13

In this last episode of 2023, I had the privilege of visiting over the phone with Frank Flanders. Frank is currently serving a prison sentence for robbing a gas station using a broken pellet gun, nearly two decades ago. He has been serving his prison sentence in Missouri for the past 18 years, with the possibility of serving another 10 years pendin…

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"We can all treat Christmas as a birthday " - Oral Elser (Christmas Cowboy Poetry) 36:03

6M ago36:03

36:03

Oral Elser is a talented cowboy poet, and has had many years to practice his trade. In this special Christmas episode, he treats us with several poems; each poem will leave you with a wonderful feeling in your heart. He recites the poetry of others, as well as his own, and as you listen, you can't help but feel the wonderful Christmas spirit that c…

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"Stay together and love one another" - Helen Jones 17:40

6M ago17:40

17:40

In this short episode, I made a surprise call to my 97 year old mother-in-law to see if she would talk about her Christmas memories growing up, along with some of her other life experiences. She gives good advice about knowing what is important in life, and taking care of each other, along with the wisdom that can only come from living a good, long…

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"If you have a choice to do anything in this life, be kind" - Steve Simmons 35:44

6M ago35:44

35:44

In this episode, Steve Simmons shares his story of finding out who he is, and the path he needed to be on. Steve reminds us that "Heavenly Father loves you.. It doesn't matter what you do, it doesn't matter what you say, He loves you and He will bless you.. you just have to do your part." Steve is a kind soul and he believes that "if we were all ki…

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Ask yourself "what else could be possible." - Miranda Renee Smith 27:37

7M ago27:37

27:37

In this episode, Miranda Renee Smith shares her secret to achieving her dreams and aspirations. "I'm learning that if I want to make big strides in any area of my life, I have to be willing to take risks and to risk failure." As a student at BYU majoring in theatre/music, she has been forced to find out who she really is and what she is made of. "I…

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"We're not invisible, we're here, and we're here for a purpose" - Camille Smith 25:42

7M ago25:42

25:42

In this incredible episode, Camille Smith shares with us her passion for being in tune with our bodies and the importance of human connection, among other things. She elaborates on how "we're all connected, all parts of us, our spirit, our minds, our body.. and when we go around not taking that time to be still, your body might be giving you a mess…

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"Everybody is going through something, we just usually can't see it on the outside" - Brittany Foster 29:29

7M ago29:29

29:29

In this episode, Brittany Foster walks us through her faith promoting and courageous story about her battle with stage three breast cancer. She shares her wisdom of life, family, her relationship with the Savior, and following promptings. "Follow those promptings you are given, they are given to you for a reason, they're given for you to get help."…

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"God has a plan for everybody!" - Grover Wray 32:05

7M ago32:05

32:05

In this episode, a former guest on this podcast (Bryan Hatch) invited me to be interviewed by him. I agreed, and I found out that being a guest on a podcast makes you feel vulnerable and even at times a little uncomfortable. I may have over shared, but I gained a deeper appreciation for those who have let me into their lives as they've shared their…

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"There is a light at the end of the tunnel, you just sometimes have to find it" - Sierra Dahl 25:48

8M ago25:48

25:48

In this episode, Sierra Dahl shares her incredible and touching story of having two heart transplants in her young life. If that wasn't enough adventure for one family to process, imagine that two of Sierra's siblings also became ill, both requiring heart transplants as well. You will find her story motivating and inspiring. Sierra put it best when…

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"Life is never a glide down the river in a fancy canoe" - Lowell Randall 23:10

8M ago23:10

23:10

In this episode, Lowell Randall shares his experiences growing up on a small farm in Idaho. Lowell was the oldest of eleven children, and knew at a young age that he needed to set a good example for his younger siblings to follow. As you will hear, Lowell found out early that life is never without its challenges... it's how you face those challenge…

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"All any of us want is love" - Lindsey Smith 27:54

8M ago27:54

27:54

In this episode, Lindsey Smith and I share our experiences we had while participating in a summer camp program for young black and Hispanic boys from inner city Chicago. Lindsey was one of the most amazing camp counselor's that ever participated in this program, and she had a profound impact for good in the life's of so many boys. "We need to show …

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"Life is good and we are blessed" - Nate Esplin 29:43

8M ago29:43

29:43

Nate Esplin has worked in the field of cancer treatment as a Radiation Therapist for nearly seventeen years. During the course of Nate's career, he has touched the lives of countless patients, instilling in them hope and optimism. I know, because I was one of his patients and I will always be indebted to him for his tireless efforts to inspire me t…

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"Life is ninety percent attitude, and ten percent what we do" - Jade Bills 28:33

9M ago28:33

28:33

In this episode, Jade Bills speaks candidly about some of his experiences in law enforcement, and how he has been able to navigate family life amidst the stress that comes along with the job. As you listen to him,, you will feel his positive character, and his ability to remain calm and consistent with whatever comes his way. Jade's advice is to "r…

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"Life is good, the church is true, and today was a good day" - David Alverez 33:38

9M ago33:38

33:38

In this episode, David Alverez shares his heartwarming story of losing his wife to cancer four years ago, and how he has been on a journey to find peace and light while raising his four children alone. David reminds us that being happy is up to us and that Heaven really isn't that far away.Di Grover Wray

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"Keep getting up, keep moving forward" - Jennie Woodard 30:21

9M ago30:21

30:21

Jennie Woodard is a woman who knows a thing or two about what it's like to be given second chances... being diagnosed at a young age with a disease that rendered her unable to walk without the assistance of special crutches, she never gave up and did her best to move forward in life the only way she knew how to. You will be inspired by Jennie's sto…

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"The true meaning out of this life is our relationships, it's the people that are around us" - Bryan Hatch 27:28

9M ago27:28

27:28

Living life intentionally is a fascinating and exhilarating approach to life... Just ask Bryan Hatch.. He has found a way to focus more on what is important in life, and you'll see that it's not about the "things," in life that matter most to him, it's about people, and being able to communicate at a deeper level. According to Bryan, it's important…

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"See the light in others and treat them as if that's all you see" - Hal Halladay (Quote by: Wayne Dyer) 30:16

9M ago30:16

30:16

After visiting with Hal Halladay, it's easy to see that he really is a master when it comes to connecting with people and and seeing the very best in them. "I love believing in people and seeing what they can become." This episode will leave you with a desire to "be more curious, and less judgmental" and to do as Hal suggests, which is to "see peop…

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"Avoiding the influence of the great deceiver" - Grover Wray 6:11

10M ago6:11

6:11

In this short (6 minute) episode, I share a personal story that illustrates how Satan is working overtime to disguise the evil in this world, making it appear to be good. In order to experience joy and happiness in life, we can avoid being led down Satan's path of destruction by establishing and sustaining a meaningful relationship with Heavenly Fa…

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"The best things in life are on the other side of fear" - Tim Holladay 30:43

10M ago30:43

30:43

In this episode, Tim Holladay shares his wisdom and insight on working through your fears, even if it means experiencing failures and defeat along the way. "The best things in life are on the other side of fear... You're either succeeding or you're learning, failure truly is just a part of the process." Tim is no stranger to overcoming hard things …

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"Be mindful everyday" - Piyush Parikh 24:58

10M ago24:58

24:58

In this episode, Piyush Parikh reminds us to slow down in life, and take the time to experience it in the moment. "Be present, be here, enjoy the work you do." Piyush reminds us that getting to this point takes time, and that it isn't easy, but well worth it as we learn to enjoy the journey. "I enjoy what I'm doing, and enjoy the journey even thoug…

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"Our souls are not static, they can literally expand, they can grow, they can magnify" - Layne Gneiting 36:36

10M ago36:36

36:36

I can think of three words that in my opinion best describe Layne Gneiting... Motivated, enthusiastic, dynamic! In this episode Layne talks about how humans have the innate ability to stretch physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This is the second time Layne has been a guest on my podcast, and he always lifts my spirits and puts a smile on my …

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"If you're not stretching, you're not growing" - Melanie Anderson 31:52

11M ago31:52

31:52

In this episode, Melanie Anderson addresses a wide range of topics and you will enjoy her wisdom and insight that she has gained from years of experience as an RN, and just from living life in general. There is much to be learned from her! Here are a few excerpts from our visit: "The reason emotion is called emotion, is because it's energy in motio…

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"Always think of your children first" - Rod Wray 33:32

11M ago33:32

33:32

I had the opportunity of sitting down with my older brother, Rod Wray. Rod has been one of my role model's throughout my life. In this episode, Rod shares his story of losing nearly everything that was dear to him, but somehow finding a way to move forward in life, and becoming a huge example of kindness, courage, love, and forgiveness to all who k…

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"Accept your differences and be confident in who you are" - Ashley Dennis 29:27

11M ago29:27

29:27

Conute and Ashley Dennis are far from what you may consider being the average young, newly married couple. In fact, as you hear their story, you will realize that there is nothing "average" about them.. Just two remarkable human beings navigating through life in the best way they know how. The differences between Conute and Ashley couldn't be more …

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"Your choice to do something with a known consequence is essentially choosing the consequence" - Jon Blakeman 26:08

11M ago26:08

26:08

In this episode, Jon Blakeman shares his experience of growing up in a "peer abuse" environment which eventually became one of the contributing factors that led to him dropping out of high school. Jon quickly obtained his GED, and decided to follow his family tradition and joined the Army. Today, while earning his Ph.D., Jon is a faculty member in …

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"Everybody has a purpose" - Stratie Young 21:47

12M ago21:47

21:47

In this episode I was fortunate enough to visit with and get to know a great man by the name of Stratie Young. He is an amazing man with a sound understanding of what it takes to find joy and purpose in life. "We love to look at all of the negative parts of the world, but there's a lot of good that's going on in the world as well, and as we focus o…

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