Beautiful Strength: The Podcast
101 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Beautiful Strength celebrates the resilience of the human spirit through the power of conversation and photography. The podcast will focus on the conversation.
Beautiful Strength the Podcast features interviews about diversity, resilience, overcoming obstacles, celebrating life, and laughing while tackling life’s challenges.
This podcast is inclusive and offers a platform for individuals to tell their story and for listeners to have the opportunity to listen and learn.
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Episodes
Sunday Snack with Isaac & Annette
August 31, 2020 04:40 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIt's that time again, a Sunday Snack episode. Basically just two friends recapping the week and discussing a few hot topics, the Non Profit organization Beautiful Strength, and shouting out Kudos to people we see doing great things! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Chrissi Love: From Broken to Brave
August 29, 2020 20:52 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBThrough the hurt, there is still healing and love In this episode, Chrissi talks about very difficult subjects with such pose and clarity. The child of two addicts, abused by her father, sold for sex acts, drugged and manipulated. Chrissi's childhood was far from perfect. A life of abuse led her into a lifestyle of drug and alcohol dependency. She battled through abusive relationships, relapses, parent's overdoses and the removal of her son and fighting to get him back, and a recovery house t...
Jacie Fouts: Kidney Donor & Lifesaver
August 27, 2020 16:50 - 48 minutes - 45 MBIf you've been following Beautiful Strength for the past few months, you have seen and heard us talk about Brian Craighead and his search for a kidney donor. Jacie heard the calling for help and knew it was her! Jacie Fouts gave her kidney to save Brian's life. In this episode we sit down with Jacie and learn her story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Aaron Grayum: Artist & Writer
August 25, 2020 07:29 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBAaron Grayum received his BFA from Middle Tennessee State University in 1999. Inspired by drawings he made as a kid, his work features memorable imagery such as birds, umbrellas, and jellybean trees – mixed with handwriting, mark-making, and abstract backgrounds – to create a dialogue familiar to both children and adults. His work has been published in The New England Review, Bartleby Snopes, Artists & Art Galleries of the South, Voyage Atlanta, and The Saturday Evening Post, as well as featu...
Sunday Snack with Annette & Isaac 08-23-20
August 24, 2020 02:34 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBIn this episode Isaac and Annette chat about what's going on with the non profit Beautiful Strength. From bus builds, to registering with Amazon Smile, current collabs and future plans. They then roll into discussing handling social media negativity, recognizing powerful movements and not using them against each other, and then dive into the importance of voting. This week's Kudos shout outs Annette: Jacie Fouts for being a life savor...literally! She gave up one of her kidneys to save Br...
Molly Oldham: 19 year old brain cancer survivor
August 04, 2020 02:30 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBHello! My name is Molly Oldham and I am a 19 year old brain cancer survivor from Akron, Ohio. In August of 2019, I was diagnosed with a tennis ball sized tumor which was later found to be Anaplastic Ependymoma, a rare form of stage III brain cancer found in 300 people a year. I was diagnosed on the day I was to be moving into college. I had 33 rounds of Proton Radiation and several months of daily intensive PT/PT/Speech Therapy. Music has been instrumental to my recovery. I came out of ...
Amy Saffell: Adventures of a Spina Bifida Badass
July 29, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBIn this episode Amy Saffell, a 38 year old badass woman born with spina bifida talks about adventure and living life to the fullest. Wheelchair or not, this woman is gung-ho on experiencing it all! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sunday Snack with Annette & Isaac
July 14, 2020 14:58 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBIn this episode Annette & Isaac discuss what's going on this week. From what we are grateful for to kudos shoutouts, bus builds, finding joy and not allowing burnout. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Lance & Mo
July 01, 2020 11:01 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBIn this episode we sit with Lance and Mo. A Chicago couple celebrating each other with positivity during a pandemic. Facing the reality of being black in America and the experience of navigating through the divisiveness within the LGBTQ community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sunday Snack: Annette & Isaac
June 30, 2020 17:03 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBSunday Snacks are shorter versions of the podcast/vlog recapping what is going on in the week and what we are working on. Mini discussions about hot topics, wins for the week, and just catching up! In this episode Isaac and Annette talk about finally obtaining that 501c3 status, the continuation of Black Lives Matter, what's happening in our worlds and Isaac's first podcast interview as a host! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.f...
Janée and Vernon: A sit down conversation about race in America
June 15, 2020 19:07 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIn this episode Annette sits down with friends Vernon and Janée Shaw. They discuss growing up black, racism, and being black in America today. It is a conversation about their experiences and an opportunity for others to listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Teens 4 Equality: The next generation is ready to lead
June 12, 2020 15:25 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode we sit down with 5 of the 6 teenage girls from Teens for Equality who lead a 10,000 plus Black Lives Matter protest march through Nashville on Thursday June 4, 2020. These teens are inspiring thousands to look call out racism and equality and have the courage to stand up for change. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Friday James
June 08, 2020 13:45 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this episode we sit down with Friday James to discuss racial tensions that are going on in the world today. She gives us her perspective as a young black woman living in America. Through difficult and sometimes uncomfortable conversations, we are able to see a different perspective than our own and be able to open our hearts and minds to another side of the story. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Josiah Wade: Redirecting and understanding
June 02, 2020 10:12 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode we do a social distanced zoom call interview with Josiah Wade. This is an open conversation between two friends of different skin tones. Through conversation, we gain understanding. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Covid Conversations: Annette McNamara and Jennifer Bartlett
May 17, 2020 13:44 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBAnother episode of Covid Conversations, where we talk about what's going on during quarantine and COVID19. Funny humor and how we're coping during this odd time in history. In this episode we talk to Jennifer Bartlett. Jennifer is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in grief and loss, anxiety and depression. She works with the LBGTQ+ community, individuals, families, couples, and adolescents. Jennifer gives us some great tips how to cope with these uncertain times and ...
Covid Conversations: Annette McNamara & Stephanie Rottinghaus
May 02, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBAnother episode of Covid Conversations, where we talk about what's going on during quarantine and COVID19. Funny humor and how we're coping during this odd time in history. This episode is with Stephanie Rottinghaus, from Cedar Falls Iowa who also is Annette's (older) sister. Stephanie talks about the joys of home schooling 3 kids while also juggling a job, a new puppy, a quaranTEEN 13th bday, having a husband with an essential career and maintaining sanity in general while cooped up at h...
Covid Conversations: Annette & Meredith
May 01, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBAnother episode of Covid Conversations, where we talk about what's going on during quarantine and COVID19. Funny humor and how we're coping during this odd time in history. This episode is with Meredith Rabe, a previous Beautiful Strength The Podcast guest. She brings her 8 personality, light hearted humor, love for fashion, wine, her kiddos, music, and her extroverted attitude to the show and makes us laugh. We love having her back! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest...
Annette & Isaac talk COVID19
April 30, 2020 16:39 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBHeyyyyoooo. Figuring out how to do a podcast during social distancing, isn't exactly easy... but thankful to Anchor making it easy to take a zoom video and import it into the podcast.. So now we have two ways of getting the same content! Whoo Hoo! And you can see our lovely faces or listen to the podcast! Here's the first attempt! I don't have the greatest internet connection where I am at, so every once in a while it gets a little alien and wonky, but for the most part, it sounds listenable...
Dr. Kyle Webb: Nashville based chiropractor, wellness guru, all around make you feel your best doctor with a great sense of humor and magical healing techniques.
April 28, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBDr. Webb is an MTSU and Logan College of Chiropractic graduate who has completed many post-graduate studies in soft tissue therapy, chiropractic pain management, wellness solutions, corrective exercise and rehabilitation, auto accident injury/whiplash injury, posture and functional movement analysis, nutrition, and natural detox/weight-loss programs. He is also a supporting member of the Tennessee Chiropractic Association and American Chiropractic Association. In other words, he knows his stu...
Kei Gowda: Mr. Connected. Seriously, he knows everyone.
April 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBIn this episode we got to sit down with the extremely busy Kei Gowda. We’re pretty sure he’s lived at least 9 lives and we’re pretty sure he knows everyone. Kei says he’s a consultant, but really we think he’s an undercover 007. We may never know! Kei is a successful product development consultant, the founder of Best Next Steps, and dedicated to helping underrepresented founders take their products from idea to market. But life hasn’t always been easy. Kei struggled with addiction for years ...
KC Jones: Single Male, 45, likes deep conversations and an adventurous side. Let’s talk about dating
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBHere’s a little lighter side comedy look at dating after 40. KC has quite the ability to speak intelligently about the subject but also crack you up at the same time. Of course we’re going to get a little bit of both the male and female perspective in this podcast since Annette is a single (almost) 40 female. This one is worth the listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Jacob Fasig: Author of Fit_by_40 blog, owner of CrossFit Donnelson, host of Barbell Voodoo Podcast
April 07, 2020 13:48 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode we sit down with Jacob Fasig and talk about fitness journeys, emotional eating, being a man in the fitness and diet world, achieving greatness, falling off the wagon, and getting back on. It’s not easy to stay on the fitness path, but gosh Darnit, he’s determined! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Shannon Grace: Big Girl Big Life
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBIn this episode we sit down with Shannon Grace, a Nashville based plus sized model, self love advocate, body positive influencer, fashion diva, and a bubbly joy to interview. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Kristen Williams: Being a working Mom of multiple children with special needs
March 24, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 53.4 MBKristen talks about the difficulties, challenges, and joys of raising multiple children living with special needs and how she is fighting for them while also fighting for herself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Jocelyn Limmer: Wife, Mom, breast cancer survivor
March 17, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBX --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Nashville Tornado 2020 - Dealing with Trauma
March 13, 2020 02:15 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBIn this episode we sit down with Melissa Crim and Amy Ridings, both Nashville based therapists specializing in trauma. Not only do these women help others navigate their way through trauma, they are both residents of East Nashville, an area that was dramatically effected by the March 3rd F3/4 tornado that ripped through Nashville in the middle of the night and continued on into Putnam County. Over 50 miles away. This episode isn't like our normal episodes where we showcase an individual ...
Isaac Crawford- Donuts and Dance Parties
March 10, 2020 22:28 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBIntroducing The Beautiful Strength listeners to one of the muse’s behind this project and to the very first board member. Isaac and Annette talk about their friendship and creative collaborations, how Beautiful Strength got started, and where we hope to see it go. And I think donuts are mentioned at least once or twice. It’s entertaining and let’s you in on why we’re doing what we’re doing! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ava Paige - Writer of songs, breaker of strings, fighting her biggest fight against childhood cancer
March 10, 2020 18:13 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBIn this episode, the incredibly talented 15 year old Ava Paige tells of her early start into music at the age of 10 singing karoke with Kelly Clarkson. By 11 she had a busy schedule, cowrites with established song writers, meetings with publishers and multiple gigs played around the US. At 14, she was diagnosed with Leukemia and her world changed. But childhood cancer won’t stop her. She’s a spitfire of a 15 year old with an old soul and a southern spark. She’s back to writing songs and singi...
Annette McNamara- Holy crap I’m 40. Single, no kids, freelancer, and pretending to have it together.
March 08, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBIn this episode the Beautiful Strength podcast host Annette McNamara recaps some highlights of her 30s. Not married, no kids, an unstable career and internet dating... Nothing like reminiscing down a memory lane that ended up no where near where she thought she would be, but enjoying the ride nonetheless. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Jessica Vasofsky: OMG you’re a Mormon?!?!?
March 03, 2020 11:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBIn this episode Annette sits down with Jessica, who “surprised” her during a coffee meeting up when she found out she was a Mormon. Obviously there is a lot more to Jessica than just being a Mormon, but Annette needed to check her own assumptions and dig down deeper to get to know Jessica and overcome what her initial thoughts were on being a Mormon. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Brian Craighead: Living kidney donor needed. Blood type A or O
February 27, 2020 19:07 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBSpecial Episode Podcast!!!! This morning I was contacted by Sarah, Brian's wife. She saw the video I posted yesterday through a friend of a friend and reached out. Normally I am not up at 6 am but for some reason, I was today. Brian is in desperate need of a kidney. Blood type A or O (even a B can donate) Listen to the podcast to learn more about his situation and how you might be able to help. It's not a super long one only a little over 30 min! Please share this post to bring attention to @...
Holly Lynnea: A witty female Comedian, with a strong personality and confidence to match.
February 26, 2020 02:50 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MBIn this episode we hear from self made and managed female powerhouse, comedian Holly Lynnea. We talk about confidence and owning your life experiences and your opinions. And being brave enough to get on stage and be yourself. Owning who you are and being appreciative of opportunity. We think she is pretty kick ass and if she’s performing in your area, you should definitely buy a ticket! You’re guaranteed to laugh. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. h...
Jeffrey Shelton: Mr. Fit on the Go! Husband, Father, Business owner, & Personal trainer
February 18, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBIn this episode we sit down to be inspired by Jeffrey Shelton and celebrate his success as a businessman and fitness guru. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sharif Iman: Singer/Songwriter Chocolate Soul Child
February 11, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this Episode we sit down with the amazingly talented Sharif Iman to discuss life as an artist, where his passion for music comes from, how a lawsuit and a 5 year wait almost cost him his career, and how faith and focusing on his dream has kept him going. Make sure you listen through the every end! Sharif lets us hear his amazing voice! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 17: Black Guy Therapy Podcast
February 05, 2020 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode we sit down with Todd and Joel of the Black Guy Therapy podcast. We talk about the importance of BGT and how this podcast offers a therapeutic space for black men to vent, be heard, discuss tough topics, learn from each other’s experiences, and cultivate community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 16: Julee Brand- Designer, Teacher, Publisher.
January 27, 2020 14:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MB“I have achieved my career trifecta–designing, teaching, and publishing,” Brand says regarding where she is after 30 years of real-world experience. From an early age, she always wanted to create things. In 2010, after she received her MFA from Full Sail University, she began teaching part-time at colleges, universities, and design schools while also working full-time designing television and print graphics. Books inspired her to design before she could read and that inspiration continues tod...
Episode 15: Amanda Cortese: Stage 4 Breast Cancer
January 20, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB"My name is Amanda Cortese. I’m a 33 year old wife and a mother of two boys. And I was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast Cancer in October, 2018. Since diagnosis I have endured chemotherapy and all of the side effects that come with it, MRIs, CT scans, PET scans and more blood draws than I can count. It has not been an easy road, but I am doing my best to handle it with strength and a positive attitude. My family and friends keep me busy and surrounded with love. I have done my best to stay acti...
Episode 14- Raihanna Estrada: songwriter and traveling extraordinaire
January 13, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIn today’s episode we sit down with Raihanna Estrada, a badass Songwriter and Artist, traveling connoisseur, and just a positive woman living out her dreams one day at a time and one foot in front of the other. You’ll leave this podcast inspired and ready to tackle any dream you have. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 12 - Meredith Rabe
January 07, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBIn this Episode we sit down with Meredith Rabe, a down to earth Christian boss babe with a fun sense of fashion who makes everyone feel like a fashionista Badass. We talk about adoption, motherhood, living through trauma with a sick kiddo, and laughing through life with a few cuss words, great fashion, a positive attitude, and some fabulous Christmas shorts (once you know you know 😉) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 11- Landon Tedora: More than gay and HIV +
December 23, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 67 MBThere is something for everyone in this episode. LGBTQ, homelessness, family struggles, mental illness, crime and punishment, HIV and turbulent relationships. Landon is a true testament that you can go through hell while still maintaining a positive attitude. *There are some moments of this episode that are very dark but also moments that will touch your heart and have you laughing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 10- Trent Denson: Spread the Positive Podcast
December 18, 2019 14:00 - 48 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode we sit down with Spread the Positive’s founder Trent Denson. Trent is pumping the world up one positive moment celebration at a time. If you needed some positivity in your day, this is the podcast to listen to. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 9- Kate Smith: Autism Ambassador
December 09, 2019 13:00 - 50 minutes - 47 MBIn this episode we sit down with Kate Smith. Kate struggled throughout her childhood trying to figure out “what was wrong with her” until she was finally diagnosed with Autism at the age of 28. Kate talks about what it was like growing up autistic, the struggles she has encountered as an adult and how she is learning new coping mechanisms. Kate recently became an Ambassador for Autism Tennessee, and is LIVING her life on the spectrum. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way...
Episode 8- Michael Mills: Competitive Adaptive CrossFit Athlete and programmer
December 01, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBThis is a joint podcast with The Barbell Voodoo Podcast. We sat down in Cookeville, TN to hear listen to paraplegic CrossFit adaptive athlete and total badass Michael Mills. He tells his story of how he became paralyzed, how he overcame obstacles, and how he’s taking adaptive CrossFit by the horns. * disclaimer- there was an audio malfunction and the sound on this podcast is not the greatest, but Michael’s story is worth the listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way t...
Episode 7- Dani Dyer: Personal Trainer, Body Positive Activist, and one Strong Woman
November 24, 2019 20:00 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBIn this episode Dani tells how she came to love her body and promote body positivity through her own fitness journey. She’s a dancer, a choreographer, a personal trainer, an activist, a strong woman competitor, and an overall kick ass chick! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 6- Amanda Oberhaus: Handling loss after suicide and focusing on Mental Health.
November 17, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBIn this episode Amanda opens up about losing her father to suicide in 2017, the struggles she faces while healing, how she is using a heartbreaking situation to cast light on a subject that is not easy to talk about and bringing awareness to mental health and breaking the stigma. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 5- Jason Golden: Army Vet
November 10, 2019 13:37 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this Episode Jason talks about life after an unexpected medical discharge from the Army, PTSD, adapting back to civilian society, and what the future holds for a guy who wants to help others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 4- Kate Harris: Adoption, Down syndrome, and motherhood
November 02, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBIn this episode Kate Harris tells her amazing story which includes an eating disorder, doing awesome work with kids and adults with Down syndrome, open transracial adoption, and raising an awesome little boy.
Episode 3- Chase Akers: Rebuilding Ability
October 28, 2019 20:53 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBIn this episode Chase talks about his story of thriving with Cerebral Palsy. Chase is an advocate for changing the way people think about being differently abled and he is using fitness to rebuild his ability and encouraging others to do the same.
Episode 2- Alicia & Kristy: Amputees with Attitude.
October 09, 2019 20:59 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBIn this episode we interview two women, both amputees, who talk about living life with prosthetics, the struggles they are overcoming, how they find humor in amputation, and what they’re advocating for. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 1 - Angela Pacheco: Breast cancer Survivor
October 04, 2019 19:21 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBIn this episode Angela tells us about tackling cancer head on and being one hell of a strong woman. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app