Praises in the Pod

Episode 96 | Thankful for What We Prayed For 01.07.2026 44min

Alexis and Abby are back and this one goes deep. From washing bottle parts at 5am with a grateful heart to wrestling with spiritual pride, they get honest about what it actually looks like to stay rooted in God during the heavy seasons of life. They talk about the difference between getting sober and getting delivered, why an empty house is more dangerous than a messy one, what it means to walk by the Spirit and not feed your flesh, and why so many Christians are full of information about Jesus but have never actually been transformed by him. If you are in a hard season right now and wondering if God is still working, this one is for you.

Episode 95 | My Story Isn't Meant Just for Me 24.06.2026 48min

Anna Grizzle was adopted from Guatemala as a baby, grew up in the church, and thought she knew God until life started falling apart. In this episode she shares her full testimony including a traumatic firework accident on the 4th of July that shattered her eye socket, a pregnancy she was not ready for, and the rock bottom that finally drove her all the way into her faith. She talks about finding real community, changing her path, and how God orchestrated every detail including her husband from a prayer warrior, a Facebook DM, and a church she almost did not walk into. If you have ever felt like your story is too much to share, this one is for you.

Episode 94 | What God Did With Her Worst Years 17.06.2026 52min

Amy Gaylor spent decades in addiction, in and out of rehabs, and walking through two broken marriages before she finally encountered God at the Potter's House. In this episode, she shares her full testimony of recovery, sobriety, blended family heartbreak, and how God rebuilt her life completely. She is now a certified addiction counselor, counseling women and teaching at a men's rehab every Friday. If you think you are too far gone, this one is for you.

Episode 93 | When God Carries You Through 10.06.2026 49min

Rachel Fowler grew up in a home where emotions were not welcome, ran to relationships, parties, and alcohol trying to fill that void, and knew who Jesus was without ever truly following him. In this episode she shares her full testimony including breaking generational cycles, surviving one of the hardest seasons of her marriage, and how God never left even when she could not feel him. Plus she gets real about growing a TikTok platform, using content creation as ministry, and why consistency is everything. If you grew up in church but never had a real relationship with God, or you are walking through a valley right now, this one will meet you where you are.

Episode 92 | Restoration Is Possible 03.06.2026 49min

In this episode, Alexis and Abby get raw and real about one of the most requested topics yet, marriage restoration. From unequally yoked seasons and two years of fighting for a husband who didn't know Christ, to divorce, darkness and starting over, they hold nothing back. Abby shares what it actually looked like to stay in a broken marriage while running hard after God, including the bathroom floor prayers, the moments she almost filed for divorce, and the one song that gave her peace when nothing made sense. Alexis opens up about how her first marriage never had a chance without Christ at the center, and how God was quietly building something better all along through her 12 step journey, her prayers for a husband she hadn't even met yet, and the sanctification season that came with new love.They also talk about what the Bible actually says about staying in a marriage with an unbelieving spouse, how the tongue can either tear down or restore, the "grandma and grandpa bench seat" analogy that perfectly describes how couples drift apart, and why you will keep failing the same test until you finally pass it.

Episode 91.5 | Chasing Success or Chasing God? 01.06.2026 36min

Alexis is turning 31 and giving a full life update on burnout, doing too much, and finally learning to say no. She gets honest about chasing success over purpose, falling into a transactional relationship with God, battling legalism without even realizing it, and what God revealed through it all. Plus, the Praises in the Pod live event sold out in four days and Born to Praise is coming. If you have ever felt spiritually exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you are running on empty trying to do it all for God, this episode is for you.** Egypt not Israel.. oops. real, raw, and relatable right?"

Episode 91 | When God Interrupted Our Darkness 27.05.2026 1t 2min

Alexis sits down with Drew and Jessie Graham as they share their powerful testimony of redemption, healing, and the life-changing power of Jesus.Drew opens up about living a destructive life chasing drugs, money, and status before an almost fatal incident changed everything. Jessie shares about walking through depression, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles before finding healing and freedom in Christ.Their story is a reminder that no one is too far gone, no situation is too dark, and Jesus still restores, delivers, and changes lives.

Episode 90 | Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health 20.05.2026 43min

Robin Payne shares her story of battling depression, anxiety, medication addiction, bipolar disorder, and the toll it took on her marriage, motherhood, and everyday life. From hiding her struggles behind closed doors to reaching a place where she could not even pray for herself, this episode is a real reminder that healing is possible and that asking for help is not weakness.We also talk about breaking the stigma around mental health in the church, what it looks like to seek both spiritual and practical help, the power of accountability, restoration in marriage, and how God can redeem even the hardest seasons.

Episode 89 | Chase God Like You’re Chasing the Promise 13.05.2026 39min

Madyson Bradshaw shares her story of walking through infertility, the heartbreak of unanswered prayers, and what it looked like to keep trusting God in the middle of the waiting. From doctor appointments and difficult diagnoses to surrender, healing, and ultimately the miracle of Hudson, this episode is a powerful reminder that God is still working even when we cannot see it. If you are in a season of waiting, grief, or wondering if God hears your prayers, this conversation will encourage your heart.

Episode 88 | Where Do I Even Start With God? 06.05.2026 43min

This week, Alexis and Abby sit down for a real and honest conversation about what it actually looked like when they first started walking with Jesus. From where to begin reading the Bible, to devotionals, worship music, marriage, love languages, habits, and the practical things that helped strengthen their faith, this episode feels like sitting across the table with friends.Alexis also opens up about Greg reaching one year sober and the hope God can bring into situations that once felt impossible. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in your walk with Christ, unsure where to start, or stuck believing things could never change, this episode is for you.

Episode 87 | Overcoming Guilt and Shame 29.04.2026 44min

This week on Praises in the Pod, Alexis sits down with Anisa Driggers. Anisa shares her story of growing up through family brokenness, abandonment and heartbreak while still being drawn to Jesus from a young age. She opens up about young marriage, divorce, deep wounds from her past and the struggles that nearly destroyed her future. Through counseling, community, surrender and the grace of God, Anisa experienced true healing and watched the Lord restore what once felt impossible.

Episode 86 | Saved, Now What? 22.04.2026 42min

Last week we heard from Lindsay Walker, and this week her husband Joey joins her as they share their story of faith, intentional dating, and building a marriage centered on Jesus. From one invite that changed everything to practical wisdom on boundaries, communication, and keeping Christ first, this episode is full of truth, laughter, and encouragement.

Episode 85 | Relationship Beyond the Checklist 15.04.2026 43min

What happens when you grow up knowing all the right things about God… but don’t actually know Him?In this episode, Lindsay Walker shares how a life that looked “perfect” on the outside was actually rooted in performance, people pleasing, and pressure. From surrendering her life to Jesus at just 10 years old, to walking through seasons of uncertainty, career changes, marriage, motherhood, and stepping into ministry, her story is a reminder that following God isn’t about checking boxes… it’s about relationship.We talk about what it looks like to stop striving, trust God when things don’t make sense, and say yes even when the path feels unclear.If you’ve ever felt stuck in routine, overwhelmed by expectations, or questioned if you’re really walking with God… this one will meet you right where you are.

Episode 84 | Finding God in Silence 08.04.2026 1t

Rosa Bryant shares a powerful testimony of survival, redemption, and the undeniable hand of God on her life.Born in one of the poorest regions of Peru, Rosa’s story begins in the middle of violence, fear, and brokenness. From nearly losing her life as a baby to growing up in a home marked by addiction and instability, her story could have gone in a completely different direction.But God.From a life-changing moment through a simple gift box to watching her father’s transformation and her family restored, Rosa’s story is a reminder that God sees, God pursues, and God redeems.

Episode 83 | From Saying It to Living It 01.04.2026 45min

In this episode, Alexis and Abby are talking about what it really looks like to walk with God in everyday life. Not just what we say, but how we actually live it out when things get hard, confusing, and heavy.We open up about real seasons, trusting God when it doesn’t make sense, and learning how to keep going even when you feel unseen. This is a reminder that following Jesus isn’t a one time decision, it’s something you choose daily.If you’re in a season where you’re tired, questioning, or just trying to hold on, this one is for you. You’re not alone, and God is still working.

Episode 82 | The Pressure to be Perfect 25.03.2026 54min

In this episode, Alexis sits down with Ali Parsons to talk about growing up in church, drifting, and what it really looks like to surrender your life to Jesus. From chasing identity and success to being broken wide open in a lonely season, Ali shares how God refined her, healed her, and called her into purpose.

Episode 81 | A Mother's Unforeseen Loss 18.03.2026 39min

This week, Alexis sits down with Felicia Richardson for a powerful and honest conversation about faith, loss, and the goodness of God. After the sudden loss of her son, Felicia shares what grief really looked like for her and how her relationship with God carried her through every season. A real reminder that even in the middle of pain and unanswered questions, God is still present and still good.

Episode 80 | When Faith Isn’t a Formula 11.03.2026 45min

In this episode, Alexis sits down with Kari Jackson to talk about faith, infertility, and the journey into foster care and adoption. Kari shares how God met her in seasons of waiting and heartbreak and taught her that faith is not a formula. Her story is a powerful reminder that even when life looks different than we planned, God is still writing a redemptive story.

Episode 79 | Refined Through Surrender 04.03.2026 44min

A conversation on what happens after you say yes to God. Alexis and Abby talk through real life trials, daily surrender, and how sanctification is not instant but a process. From hard seasons and unmet expectations to small everyday choices, this episode is about laying your will down and letting God refine you into who He’s calling you to be.

Episode 78 | Power of Self-Forgiveness 25.02.2026 1t 9min

A powerful and honest testimony from Amber Malquist. In this episode, she shares her journey through shame, loss, abortion, marriage struggles, anxiety, and a recent breast cancer diagnosis, and how God has met her in every season. From hearing the Lord speak forgiveness in a dorm room to walking through one of her greatest fears with unexpected peace, Amber’s story is a reminder that no one is too far gone and nothing is wasted.