Ransom Experience
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsRansom Experience will bring you Raw and Real stories of everyday people. Who have gone through Ransom Reprogram or have volunteered with Ransom Ministries over the years We will talk with men and women that share their stories of Struggles of incarceration, trauma, abuse, homelessness and addiction which has propelled them to perseverance, restoration, and joy. They will share their lives with the listeners in order for others to understand the obstacles that they have overcome to get them where they are now. We will also hear from people who have had their lives changed from building relationships and serving those who many times are forgotten in our society. Our hope is that people will see that these individuals are still people - normal, everyday people, who just need someone to listen and to care. The goal of this podcast is to help us see people the way God sees them. "This is Raw, This is Real, This is the Ransom Experience"
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Episodes
Sonya-Full circle
July 13, 2022 13:33 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBToday we talk to Sonya who is a graduate of Ransom Reprogram and the Home of Grace. Sonya tells us of the struggles she went through with relationships, addiction and recovery. She is now seeing reconciliation with her family and also with herself. She is seeing her life be restored and experiencing joy. We know you will be blessed by her story.
Heather Morgan- Perseverance
June 29, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBToday we talk with Heather Morgan. She was in our first class that we partnered with the Home of Grace Rehab for women. She will tell of victories and defeats but how the grace of God helped her come out of the darkness with the help of Wings of Life another of our partners. She is again clean and sober and working towards her goals. We are so proud of your perseverance and we know you will be also as you listen. Share this with someone you know who thinks there is no hope or someone who has ...
Mission Team experience
June 22, 2022 12:25 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBToday we talk to the Team from Little Rock Arkansas Trinity United Methodist Church. They have been coming to help us each summer for the last 10 years. We are excited to bring to you in their words what this trip means to them. You will hear from students that have been coming here since they were 11 and 12 and are now graduated High School or going into their senior year. We hope you enjoy this
Lori and Margie: Learning by watching
June 01, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBToday's episode we get to talk to our volunteer teaching duo Lori and Margie. They will share about growing up as preacher kids and learning a lifestyle of serving others. We will talk about their families and how and why they were called to serve at Ransom. We know you will be encouraged by their story.
Brooke- Trauma effects many people in different ways
May 25, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 42.4 MBToday we talk to Brooke who went through Ransom Reprogram back in 2019!! You will hear a story of growing up with a strong mother who persevered through many things. Brooke shares how trauma and feeling like she didn't fit in and allowing peer pressure to push her into making bad choices along the way. She also felt guilt and shame from these decisions which caused a time of addiction. She will then tell of Gods provision and taking the bad and turning it too good. She now takes what she le...
Julie 2- A story of realized dreams
May 18, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBLast week you heard from Julie and how it all began. In todays episode you will hear about how she worked the ABC model in realizing your purpose. You will be inspired by her determination and knowledge learned. Share this episode with others that need to learn about hope and drive through set backs and victories.
Julie 1- A Story of Learning to live again
May 11, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 46.5 MBToday we take a look back to Julie's story from our second podcast where she shared about learning to live again. Then in next week's episode we will hear about where she is now and how valuable her time at ransom was and how she used to use what she learned to reach her goals. Share this podcast with your friend and those that need to hear about perseverance and determination.
Lyndsey- Where she is now!!
May 04, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBLast week you met Lyndsey and she told her story of her life. In todays episode Lyndsey will share how she used what she learned through Ransom to reach out for her goals. She will share how she went from a person in addiction and without hope to someone that helps others navigate recovery. Please share this episode with other that are struggling with addiction and dont know what to do or where to turn.
Lyndsey-Back to basics reboot
April 27, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 44.4 MBToday we revisit episode 6 with Lyndsey. We will hear about her journey from ministry to addiction and then to a recommitment to her relationship with Christ and others. We will be following this up next week with a new follow up episode on where she is now. We know you will be encouraged. To learn more about Ransom Ministries go to Ransomministries.com or email us at
How it all began
April 19, 2022 19:39 - 38 minutes - 70.7 MBToday's Episode is with Matt and Tara. They will explain how Ransom Started and why they do what they do. We hope it will help others move out of the comfort and out into Gods calling. Check out more about what Ransom is about go to
STORY DAY!!
April 13, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 69.1 MBToday is going to be different. Each group we have a day called story day. This is where they share their stories with each other this helps understand that we are not alone. We also have them do this so they can learn to not be ashamed of their stories but use them to help others. We think you will enjoy this episode remember to share this with your friends and rate us and let us know what you would like to hear.
Where are they now part 2
April 06, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 48.4 MBIn todays episode Matt gives you an update on the progress of past interviewees. He will talk about the progress of the past interviews and how they are doing now. Matt says he was very encouraged by looking back and we hope this episode encourages you as well. Looking back sure makes us realize our mission of helping others transform their lives through work.
Angela - 6 months later
March 30, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MBLast episode we talked with Angela on her first day as Ransom's Director of Education. In this episode we sit down and talk about her first 6 months and what she has learned and things that surprised her. You will enjoy her take on ministry and leading in a organization where she can take her experiences and help transform lives. Angela has become a vital part of what is done through Ransom on a daily bases.
Angela- Taken things to the next level
March 23, 2022 11:35 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBToday you will meet Angela our director of Education. Angela is a graduate of Ransom Reprogram and over the last three years has grown and become an amazing woman of God. She came on staff here last year and has taken Ransom Reprogram to another level. You will see the transformation through her story and through her life. We are so blessed to have her on this journey with us. We know you will be encouraged
Ralph- Addiction to Redemption
March 16, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBToday we talk with Ralph about his journey from Florida and how an addiction brought him to Mobile Alabama and eventually to Ransom Ministries. He will talk about his life growing up, a successful truck driving career to a life of addiction. Then to a life of forgiveness and redemption. We think you will see how his surrender played an important role in his healing.
What an exciting time we are in!
March 02, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 40.5 MBIn today's episode Matt will talk about what an exciting time it is in the history of Ransom Ministries. He will talk about the plans for the future and what that means for those we serve. He will also talk about how to get involved.
Understanding: Homeless on Purpose
February 23, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBThis episode Matt will share about his experience of going Homeless on purpose. You will hear about the time he spent and how it changed the way he served and how it changed his life forever. We dont really know what someone is struggling with until we really get to know the struggle. This episode really makes you think about how we can serve just by getting to know someone. Our hope is you will look at others differently through listening to this experience.
How to serve well!! Living Life outside the boat
February 16, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 41.7 MBToday we talk about the principles we at Ransom Ministries follow when serving others. In the book that Matt wrote "Life outside the boat" he talks about serving others well. It has been learned over the 11 years of serving those most people have given up on. Each day is a learning experience and we know we still have much to learn. Matt will talk about mistakes and times when it worked and the lessons learned. Sometimes no is the most loving thing you can say. Steps to service 1. Trust 2. Fa...
Leevester- One day at a time
February 09, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 28.1 MBToday we are joined by Leevester he will share about growing up in Mobile, prison time, wrong choices and better choices. He will talk about depression, anger and a host of other things that kept him going down the wrong path. Today he is learning to live one day at a time and trusting the Lord with his life and decisions. We have seen Leevester go through many hard times even while he has been here at Ransom. We have seen him learn to navigate these times in a mature and victorious way. Join...
Kyle- I was Mad at God
February 02, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBToday we talk with teammate Kyle. He has been here and we have seen such growth. Not just in work but his the way he handles hard things in his life. Kyle as of this episode has moved on to a B job and we are sure he will do great. Many of us have had situations make us mad at God and blame Him. Today we talk about how to overcome these.
Sandra- Never give up your dreams
January 26, 2022 10:30 - 22 minutes - 42.1 MBToday we talk with one of our most committed volunteers. We talk about growing up, marriage, children, divorce, depression and volunteering. You will see what we all see in Sandra and how much a blessing she is to us and those we serve.
Amanda- When unbelief turns into Trust
January 12, 2022 12:02 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBToday we talk with Amanda who had many people let her down. She did not believe God was real or even cared but then she asked Him for help and boy did He come through. We have seen Amanda go from not believing she had a purpose or the ability to succeed. To a person with growing confidence and a natural leader. We are so proud of Amanda and we know you will be also after hearing her story.
Ethan- Forgiveness is key
January 05, 2022 11:55 - 39 minutes - 71.6 MBToday we talk to Ethan he will share about his childhood. Ethan is 20 years old and been through more than most in their entire life. Ethan will encourage you to forgive and to move on with your life. He will share of hurt, anger, forgiveness we know you will be blessed. Since the recording of this podcast Ethan has started a graduated Ransom Recycling, fulltime job, bought a car and grown in so many ways. We know you will enjoy our conversation with Ethan.
Bill- Sometimes things don't make sense till they do
December 22, 2021 12:02 - 19 minutes - 34.9 MBToday we bring back a past episode in honor of our amazing volunteer Bill. He is going through a tough time right now and mostly we wanted him to listen to this so he can remember who is in control. Bill has had many setbacks in his life and this one is challenging but we have watched him handle it with such grace and as we type this, we realize that we have learned so much from this man over the years about trust. We hope you will be encouraged as you listen. Be praying for Bill as you liste...
Ransom Ministries- How can you get involved
December 15, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 40.8 MBToday's episode is a recap of what Ransom Ministries is about and what has happened in 2021. Please listen and prayerfully consider getting involved and consider us when making your end of year donation. We are in the process of becoming 50% self-sustaining ministry, but we still depend on donations to do what we do. Each donation is tax deductible. We are so excited to see what 2022 will bring and we hope you will join us in this mission.
Lacey-Hard love
December 08, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBThis episode Lacey gets real and raw about her growing up, bad decisions, losing a sister way to early and hard love that saved her life. She had a rough time but is making progress in becoming all God created her to be. It is a day to day struggle but it is not about falling but how we get up each day. I know you will enjoy our conversation with Lacey. Go to to find out more about what we do.
Tom- I thought I was in Hell
December 01, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBToday we bring you our first episode of season 2 and man it is a good one. We talk to Tom and he shares with us about his life coming from a stable family life to drugs, Mental illness, Mental facility and a huge loss of purpose. Tom gets real and raw about his journey and a powerful example of God's grace. Mental illness is stigmatized and brushed aside in our world today but it needs to be talked about. You will hear a story of stability, homelessness, drugs, jail and redemption.
Welcome to the Ransom experience Season 2
November 17, 2021 10:00 - 2 minutes - 4.16 MBWe have brought you 52 episodes of the Ransom Experience. This next season will be even more real and raw than season 1. We pray you will share this with your friends and it will become a part of your weekly podcast listening. Today we just give you an overview of what to expect. We hope you will go back and listen to season 1 . We are excited to see what God does in this next season. Please share, subscribe and review so we can better serve you. Enjoy and get ready season 2 is going to be aw...
Summer- I met a Boy
November 10, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 35.9 MBToday we talk with Summer about growing up on 200 acres with a great family and friends. She will share with you about how even when your life starts out great and then along comes that boy. She shares how much peer pressure will affect you. She will share with us how you have to get to a point when you are tired of living that life. Summer is just real and raw about how she moved from a great life to a life of addiction.
Ronald- Fall down get back up
November 03, 2021 20:55 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBToday we talk to one of our Ransom Recycling teammates. Ronald will share his story of growing up in the church and wanting to experience the world. He shares of his ups and downs and how he got to Ransom. You will see a humble person who just made some decisions that effected him for the rest of his life Listen to the end and you will be blessed and see that the Lord has some great things for him
WOW!! Its been 11 Years
October 27, 2021 11:30 - 40 minutes - 75 MBIn todays episode Matt will talk about how this all started 11 years ago. He will share his story and talk about some ups and downs through the years. We hope you will learn a little more about the mission of Ransom and why we do what we do. We also hope your faith will be strengthened. Please share this podcast with others and give us a review.
Homeless on purpose
October 20, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBEver wonder what the Homeless deal with on a daily bases? In this episode Matt will walk you through what it was like to go Homeless on purpose. This experience changed Matt's life and the direction of Ransom Ministries. You will hear of the frustrations experienced even in a short time. We hope you will get a new perspective on the homeless and the struggles they experience. Listen with an open heart and we are sure you will be blessed.
Relaunching into our calling
October 16, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 36.2 MBToday we see how we help those we serve Launch into their calling
Restoration is a beautiful thing
October 15, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 36.9 MBToday we talk about the beauty of Restoration and moving forward into the life God intended for us.
Rebuilding takes work
October 14, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 37.2 MBThis episode we talk about the rebuilding our lives process and how at Ransom we walk through that process with our participants and how you can do the same with those in your life.
Repairing our past is a process
October 13, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 46.3 MBOver the next 4 days we will be going through the curriculum that we use to teach our classes. We know we have done this before but we have had a lot of feedback and felt we need to offer it again. We are going to do this over the next 4 days in succession. Please share these episodes with your friends and family.
Everyone has a story
October 06, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 69.1 MBToday we will hear from a few of our participants and hear their stories told by them. We hope though this episode you will see we should never judge by what we see. We need to listen to those around us.
Charlie- Finding Purpose in a prison
September 29, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBIn this episode we talk to Charlie Bailey a local business man as he shares first how he turned his life around through a bad situation. Charlie shares how growing in his relationship with Christ put him serving in Jail ministry. You will hear through his story how God revealed his gift of helping people he never would of dreamed he could ever relate with. We hope this will help you see that you just have to get involved in something for God to work in your life. He will show you His plan for...
Jim Backes- "The angel with the Demon Tattoo"
September 22, 2021 09:00 - 36 minutes - 66.7 MBToday we talk to one of the most driven person we have ever met. Jim was very well educated, successful in business and a heart to give back. Jim came in our community a few years ago and we have always known he would be an important part of Ransom You will hear his belief system on business, and serving others. We know as you listen to his story you will see that its important to share your talents with others.
Erin- "I was an atheist"
September 15, 2021 09:00 - 36 minutes - 67.2 MBThis episode we talk with Erin Curtis about living a life when you don't feel like you fit in. She will talk about a life of struggle and growing up around mental illness and when your dreams feel like they fall apart. Erin will talk about her path to addiction and what that has cost her at this point of her life and multiple stays in treatment. You will also hear her share about the power of God in her life now. We are sure you will be blessed by her story.
Angela- From the student to the leader
September 08, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 33.8 MBToday we talk with Angela Lignos our new Director of Education. Angela will talk about her life before and then being a client at the Home of Grace (Rehab for Women) She will also talk about being a student of Ransom Reprogram 3 years ago in our first class of Home of Grace women. You will see her come full circle and now is the Director of the program she was a part of and took what she learned and is becoming all that God created her to be. This has always been the vision of Ransom to have ...
Life outside the boat- Serving with Balance
September 01, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 41.7 MBToday Matt talks about how we can serve those around us without hurting them. We will discuss how to balance Mercy and Justice when serving those that God put in our lives. We will show that we must first know the persons story before we can know what they need. We hope you will see that we make things so hard when it really is not that hard if we let those we serve to participate in their own healing. Please listen with a open mind and understanding that we must have balance. Jesus gives us ...
Sandy Delchamps- Welcome to the team
August 25, 2021 11:36 - 28 minutes - 51.5 MBToday you will meet our new Director of Ransom Recycling. Sandy Delchamps comes to us from a very powerful Rehab ministry with 12 years experience in help men get through Addiction. We have known Sandy a long time and worked with him on many projects. We are excited to have him on our team and we wanted you to meet him. I think you will see through this interview why he is a good fit. We hope you enjoy go to for more information on what we do and how to get involved.
Matt and Tara- How it all began
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 70.7 MBToday we are going to revisit Matt and Tara's conversation on how Ransom was birthed and how they got on the same page. They discuss the process of figuring out what God was calling them to as a couple. They will tell stories of how their faith was built along the way. This is how it all began
Khristian- Reboot
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 36.4 MBToday we bring you Kristian Gibbs Story again. I wanted you to hear Khristians story again. Since this taping Khristian has moved on to his career job and been at that job for over 8 months and been promoted multiple times. You will hear his story of a life of trying to chase the dollar and how it caused him to make bad choices. But since then he has done things the right way and it is paying off. We hope this will encourage you to stay focused on you goals.
Mary Paige- Finding her own way
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 37.6 MBToday is a special episode for Matt as he talks with his 16 year old Daughter. We discuss how it it is growing up in a family that is in ministry. Mary Paige will talk about the frustrations of seeing two different worlds and hearing stories of people that have and have not as a teenager. We hope you will enjoy her raw and real stories of her turmoil with her own walk with God and how she had to find her own way and the importance of letting her do that. You will love her openness.
Quincy- Never Stop Caring
July 28, 2021 11:07 - 24 minutes - 45.3 MBToday we bring you a story of victory, defeat, and love. We talk with Quincy about his time at Ransom and then we follow up with where he is now. We hope you will learn that people will not always make good choices but that does not excuse us from caring. I love Quincy and will always consider him a friend. Never give up and never stop caring for others. Even when they don't do what you think they should but also we must not become enablers by not wanting to say no or be honest. Enjoy todays...
Johnnie- Helps to have a support system
July 21, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 52.1 MBToday we talk with Johnnie Rodgers. We met Johnnie through a partner of ours and I am so glad we did. I think you will enjoy our conversation with Johnnie about his life growing up in Grand Bay Alabama, Being in the navy and being married for over thirty years. Join me as we walk through his life and hear of his victories and his struggles. If you want to know more about Ransom ministries go to
Ransom Reprogram- Relaunch
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 36.2 MBToday we finish up our 4 episode series on our Ransom Reprogram Curriculum. In this stage we talk about relaunching into the workforce and stepping towards our goals. This class talks about work culture and also a biblical look at starting a job. We hope you have enjoyed this walk through Ransom Reprogram. All of us need to remember and keep learning what it takes to be a great employee and an even better person. For more information on Ransom Ministries visit
Ransom Reprogram- Restore
July 07, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 36.9 MBThis is our 3rd episode that we are walking through the Ransom Reprogram Curriculum. This stage is what we tell our students is looking through the windshield and a place to start dreaming of what could be. Matt will walk you through the classes and the reasons for each part of the teachings. We hope you will enjoy this and if you want to find out more about Ransom Ministries go to