In this episode of our podcast, we open up about the emotional and challenging journey we've been on while caring for Todd's mother, Carol, who is fighting a tough battle with aggressive bone cancer. We explore the complexities we've faced while navigating the healthcare system, the importance of being advocates in elder care, and the deep, life-changing lessons we've learned about compassion, love, and the honor it is to serve the elderly. Our conversation is a sincere reflection on the persona...
Mar 05, 2024•25 min
We all go through moments where forgiving someone is really hard. But in this podcast episode, you'll hear a different perspective on forgiveness. Our guest, Pastor Mark Sowersby, bravely talks about his tough childhood marked by abuse and how he struggled to forgive and heal. He talks about how abuse affects the mind and how there wasn't much support or awareness back then. Pastor Mark also shares how he found faith and a supportive community, and how forgiveness changed his life. He opens up a...
Feb 20, 2024•42 min
In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Michele Arnoldy, a woman who has experienced incredible breakthroughs in her life. Michele shares her personal journey of navigating through the challenges of her husband's mental illness and PTSD, ultimately leading to his tragic death by suicide. Michele's story is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience that can be found in leaning on God during the darkest times. Despite the heartbreak and pain, Michele's faith in Jesus remai...
Feb 06, 2024•49 min
In this conversation, Matt Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, shares his journey of faith and how it led him to create the popular prayer app. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and the ease of having a personal relationship with God. Matt also discusses the features and benefits of Pray.com, including daily devotionals, biblical sagas, and a community feed for prayer requests. He highlights the impact of the app on people's lives, including stories of how it has helped individuals in difficult...
Jan 23, 2024•41 min
On today's episode, we have Justin Donald, the founder of The Lifestyle Investor and known as the "Warren Buffett of lifestyle investing." Justin shares his personal journey of breaking free from financial constraints and achieving financial freedom through low-risk cash flow investing. With his straightforward investment system and 10 commandments of lifestyle investing, Justin negotiated deals with over 200 companies, generating sufficient passive income to leave his job within 21 months. His ...
Jan 09, 2024•46 min
Summary This podcast episode explores the topic of loneliness and its impact on individuals' well-being. Todd and Wendie discuss the prevalence of chronic loneliness and its designation as an epidemic by the Surgeon General. They share personal experiences with loneliness and highlight the emotional, spiritual, and physiological consequences it can have. The importance of community and reaching out to those who are lonely is emphasized, along with practical steps to combat loneliness. The hosts ...
Dec 26, 2023•24 min
Chuck Reich's life was once a turbulent whirlwind of drugs and reckless abandon, a life marred by the never-ending call of temptation: "the boy you didn't want your daughter to be around" in his words. But then Chuck encountered Jesus and his life transformed. Chuck left behind the shadows of his past and embarked on a spiritual journey that led him to become a pastor, offering guidance and hope to those grappling with similar struggles he once faced. Today, he is the driving force behind Overco...
Dec 12, 2023•40 min
What do you think of when you hear the term "superhero"? Maybe a muscular man or woman donning a cape, flying through the night sky to foil the plans of evildoers who wish harm upon the human race. While those make for good comic books and movies, the truth is that real heroes don't appear to be anything special, but have an inward fire to make an impact that far exceeds what their earthly powers may appear to be able to make. Shane O'Rourke is one of these people, and we were thrilled to get hi...
Nov 28, 2023•35 min
Welcome to another riveting episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough! Today, we're joined by a unique individual whose profession and passion beautifully intertwine – Dr. Pete Sulack. While many know him as a talented chiropractor who's touched countless lives with his healing hands, there's an even deeper story to be uncovered. Journey with us as we delve into how Dr. Sulack transitioned from adjusting spines to adjusting lives through the power of the cross of Christ. In places like Ghana and Paki...
Nov 21, 2023•33 min
In the spirit of overcoming tremendous adversity, as we discussed in our previous episode with Mark Black, we introduce to you today Tahni Cullen. Tahni was blessed with a beautiful baby, who was named Josiah, "Fire of God." However, within just a couple of years, it was evident that Josiah was a bit different. He was sadly diagnosed with autism, leaving Tahni and her husband devastated. Yet, rather than wallow in self-pity, Tahni and her husband chose to seek the best care for Josiah, which eve...
Nov 14, 2023•42 min
"Transform adversity into your competitive advantage." A phrase perhaps heard in any number of motivational talks you've attended, or hard lessons when "life happens" in its many forms and fashions. Our guest today, Mark Black, has experienced adversity we've never encountered before on this show - and that's saying a lot! For you see, Mark was essentially given a death sentence at the age of 23 when he was told he had congestive heart failure and lung failure. And he needed a transplant of both...
Oct 31, 2023•49 min
Introducing Chad Hawley, the ingenious founder behind the Nexus Mountain Network —a platform built to conquer the formidable "mountains" of government, religion, education, arts & entertainment, family, business, and media. Inspired by a life-changing medical diagnosis, Chad embarked on his mission to foster meaningful discussions across society's pillars. With an unshakable belief in the power of collective action, Chad sought to intertwine the complexities of human existence within the dig...
Oct 17, 2023•40 min
In today's most compelling episode, we delve into the miraculous account of Steffani Besch, now a seasoned minister, but who as a young girl endured an extraordinary incident that defied all rational explanation. At a local swimming pool on an ordinary summer day in 1979, 13-year-old Steffani embarked on what all expected to be a fun-filled afternoon with friends. However, fate took an unforeseen turn when Steffani was accidentally knocked unconscious and sank to the bottom of the pool. Unnotice...
Oct 03, 2023•54 min
Wendie and Todd both traveled to San Diego, CA recently, and while there caught up with Justin Maina, a self-described "fear hunter" (see a link to our interview with Justin below). Justin led us on an adventure that would strike legitimate fear into most people - us included. But we made it through okay, and the entire experience made us think about how we're so often driven by fear when calculating risks in our lives. We asked ourselves questions like: Why do we so often assume the absolute wo...
Sep 19, 2023•22 min
Are you yearning for a profound sense of inner peace and fulfillment in your life? Wondering how to find balance and true wealth that encompasses every aspect of your being? In today's episode, our guest Krisstina Wise shares a truly unique solution to help you achieve a holistic definition of wealth. By diving deep into the realms of balance and surrender, while remaining centered on principles found in the Holy Scriptures, Krisstina equips her clients with the tools and insights necessary to u...
Sep 05, 2023•50 min
Today we welcome to the show Rickey Hill, who's incredible story of perseverance served as the inspiration for the major feature film "The Hill" starring Dennis Quaid! Rickey Hill will be the first to tell you "The Hill" isn't about him. "The Hill" refers to the pitching mound on the ball field. While making it to the major leagues is extremely difficult for even a person of optimal health, Rickey achieved it after being diagnosed with severe spinal degenerative disease as a young boy. And thoug...
Aug 23, 2023•29 min
Today's episode is a bit of a follow up to our recent episode featuring Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive ministries. It features Lily Meschi, the Director of Partner Relations with Iran Alive. Like virtually all Iranians, Lily grew up in a fundamentalist Muslim home, being taught that God is "always angry" with humanity, and that we should fear Him. Not in a positive way that we in the West may think of fearing God, but perpetual fear that God would judge, convict and execute for committing sins...
Aug 08, 2023•50 min
We begin today's episode asking the question, "What's the difference between joy and happiness?" Wait, doesn't joy mean happiness? No, not necessarily. Joy oftentimes means seeing the good in sometimes overwhelmingly unhappy circumstances. Our guest began his walk on this earth in circumstances that may seem to be unhappy to many of us. Such as living in a tool shed with no electricity for 6 years. But through that, and even losing a sibling as a child, Oliver Asher learned to embrace God's love...
Jul 25, 2023•48 min
In 1 Thes. 2:17-19, Paul shares how his absence from the believers in that area of the world made him - and them - long for each other's physical presence. While an absence from a loved one can be uncomfortable, even painful in certain circumstances, the adage "absence makes the heart grow fonder" rings true. While we all need a proper amount of time to ourselves, it is the absence from the ones we love that makes us truly appreciate the time we have with them. In today's episode, Todd and Wendi...
Jul 11, 2023•25 min
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 This familiar scripture is the rallying cry for our guest in today's episode. Benny DiChiara suffered a TBI (traumatic brain injury) in 2015. No one knows exactly what caused him to lose consciousness and hit his head when he fell. But it put him in his place, and gave him time to rest and think on what he really should be doing with his life. ...
Jun 27, 2023•48 min
How often do we hesitate to say the thing we know needs to be said to another person? Be it because of a fear of rejection, perhaps even a fear of success, we all too often hold back that thing that is on our mind toward another person. Tammy Kling is on a mission to encourage others to take that leap of faith and say the thing on your heart toward your spouse, children, coworkers, colleague, what have you. "Words are currency," says Tammy. In many ways, they are more of an equalizer than fiduci...
Jun 13, 2023•40 min
Mental illness is one of those things we're aware of, but don't seem to know that much about. Yet research suggests as many as 1 in 4 people are affected with some sort of mental disorder. It's much more prevalent than you may have imagined. Our guest today, Cristóbal Krusen was blessed with a beautiful boy. A gifted athlete with "dollar signs on his feet" as one of his high school coaches described him, Daniel began to show signs of severe mental illness, and was eventually diagnosed with schiz...
May 30, 2023•45 min
God never wastes our pain, says our guest on today's episode. Craig Brown grew up masking deep inner pain. Always pressured to put on a face of "the perfect family," Craig lacked an outlet to express the pains and insecurities that all children experience. The turn to drugs in 1980's Washington D.C. was not a surprising one in hindsight. After breaking free of his shame, addiction, and hyper focus on self , Craig focuses on helping Christians look beyond the superficial smiles they see at Sunday...
May 16, 2023•33 min
Our guest on today's episode has been called the "Billy Graham of Iran" by Joel Rosenberg. Dr. Hormoz Shariat grew up in a Muslim household in Iran, and found himself wondering "what does all this mean?" They recited the prayers day after day, yet there was no inward stirring. Hormoz got a bitter taste of what the Islamic religion is capable of by a government that embraces it as its official religion when his brother was murdered by the regime two years after being jailed for what would be rega...
May 02, 2023•50 min
Who knew that the "playlist" feature on your smartphone could be the difference between surviving a trial and completely losing touch with reality? Carole Leathem had just "lost" her husband of over 40 years. Bill was a pastor, but had recently shown signs of depression, even suicidal ideations. Carole was told she was not allowed to see her husband, that he was a danger to himself and others - particularly her. The ride home, Carole played song after song on a music streaming service, and event...
Apr 25, 2023•38 min
Recently Todd found himself in a bit of a bind. He was on his stationery bike when he realized his foot was stuck inside the pedal. Thankfully Wendie was nearby and came to his aid when he called for help. But it got us to thinking about the many times we find ourselves in predicaments. You know, the types of situations where you're stuck in a situation and no solution is immediately apparent. So we want to talk about five things to keep in mind when you inevitably find yourself in a predicament...
Apr 18, 2023•26 min
What a pleasure to welcome to our show Monica Schiraldo. You may remember Monica's husband Joe being featured on Your Biggest Breakthrough a few weeks ago, and now we get to hear HER side of the founding of their Montessori school in New York City! If there is one thing we think you can take away from Monica's story, it's that hardship and suffering is truly a blessing as it steels our resolve to endure through it and find true victory and joy at the other side of it. By hearing Monica's story o...
Apr 11, 2023•37 min
Fear knows your greatest potential, and if you allow it to guide your decisions, you'll not reach your potential. You'll probably reach the polar opposite of your potential in fact. Our guest in today's episode, Justin Jundante, knows all too well how loneliness brought by a lack of compassion and connection with his earthly father can lead to some pretty bad choices to fill the void. He also knows the freedom and joy that comes when the shackles of addiction and desperate loneliness are finally...
Apr 04, 2023•39 min
Divorce. It's the last thing any married person wants to hear or consider. Yet, it's sometimes inevitable. The other party sometimes just loses interest in the other person, loses sight of the vision they once had for their marriage. What are you to do? Amanda Carroll's former husband told her one night he was leaving her and their three children. Her response? "We're out of milk." Survival mode kicked into high gear; her first and only thought was the welfare of her children - and they were out...
Mar 28, 2023•45 min
"Serve God," they said. "It will be fun!" they said. "Your life will be infinitely better," they said. While we don't really know who "they" are, we do know that serving God is sometimes touted as a blissful experience, that once you do so you'll never experience pain or heartache. The reality could not be further from that. Sometimes we put our faith in God, only to have a tragedy occur such as the loss of a child. The mother of our guest, Richard Ronsisvalle, had that very thing happen, and ne...
Mar 21, 2023•56 min
