Best Colleen Nelson Podcasts (2025)

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Colleen Esposito, Part 2: co-author, Nelson’s Garden series nelsonsgarden.com -309 24:02

6d ago24:02

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Success isn’t grades, money, or status. It’s fulfillment, joy, and kindness that come together to allow you to live your best life. – Colleen Esposito Welcome back to part 2 of my interview with my daughter, Colleen Esposito, co-author of Nelson’s Garden and our follow-up children’s book, Nelson’s Garden & the Free Little Flower Stand. It’s been a …

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Julie Gerstenblatt: author, Daughters of Nantucket -310 25:27

10h ago25:27

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We all have “favorite places”, and for this week’s guest, it is the island of Nantucket. Julie Gerstenblatt has been spending her summers there since she was just a child. Accessible by air or by ferry, Nantucket is located 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. Steeped in history, Nantucket was once the whaling capital of the world, and even today, i…

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Ep260: Anti-Brigham Rhetoric: How the LDS Church Lost its Star Prophet to Conspiracy 2:03:36

1d ago2:03:36

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On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca, Landon, and Ganesh Brigham Young's fall from grace as a result of the accusation that Brigham was responsible for polygamy, not Joseph Smith. And in addition, Brigham Young did a lot of awful other things that Joseph would never do. Ganesh show that many things Brigham Young is accused of, Joseph Smith…

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Grief and Belief - Part 2 40:50

3d ago40:50

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Welcome to the When Grief Comes Home podcast. We're glad you're here. This podcast supports parents who are grieving a spouse, partner, or child while helping their children who are living through the loss of a parent or sibling. With personal grief stories and professional guidance, we offer parents practical tips for supporting their child who is…

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Mark 12:1-12 with Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly 1:00:48

1d ago1:00:48

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury is joined again by graduate students Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly. This time, they analyze Mark 12:1-2 to discuss the parable of the wicked tenants. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphi…

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Help! My Kids Don’t Know How to Do Anything : Building Life Skills This Summer :: Katie Kimball [Ep 525]

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Today Katie Kimball is here to show us how to help our kids gain life skills that last and contribute to the family. Katie founded a program called Life Skills Now which covers topics from oil changes, to cooking, to entrepreneurship. She shares that competence equals confidence and with the rise of anxiety and depression, we want to give our kids …

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Help! My Kids Don’t Know How to Do Anything : Building Life Skills This Summer :: Katie Kimball [Ep 525] 54:41

4d ago54:41

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Today Katie Kimball is here to show us how to help our kids gain life skills that last and contribute to the family. Katie founded a program called Life Skills Now which covers topics from oil changes, to cooking, to entrepreneurship. She shares that competence equals confidence and with the rise of anxiety and depression, we want to give our kids …

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Expansive and Unexpected- Rev. Danielle Garcia (6.1.25) 17:24

5d ago17:24

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Expansive and Unexpected- Rev. Danielle Garcia (6.1.25) by SermonsBy Sermons

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Ep259: Patriarchal Blessing Fails 1:27:22

9d ago1:27:22

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On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by the lovely Jessica to discuss patriarchal blessings and their impact on the lives of faithful LDS. Taking to social media, we asked the question "Do patriarchal blessings come true?" The answers are very telling and reveal so much about these supposed glimpses into the future we…

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Matthew 21:28-32 with Tim Kelly and Alex Lawrence 1:04:00

10d ago1:04:00

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Alex Lawrence and Tim Kelly dive into Matthew 21:28-32 to discuss the parable of the two sons. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@…

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Craving Peace? How Sabbath and Nature Can Restore Your Soul :: Eryn Lynum [Ep 524] 51:30

10d ago51:30

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Today Eryn Lynum joins me to share about the beautiful connection between nature and rest. Sabbath has become such a hot topic right now but Eryn had to learn from age 14 how to rest like her life depended on it when she was diagnosed with Addison's disease. She is now a homeschooling mom of four, a master naturalist, author, and business owner. He…

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Set Free! Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (5.25.25) 29:20

12d ago29:20

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Colleen Esposito, Part 1: co-author, Nelson’s Garden series nelsonsgarden.com -308 25:16

14d ago25:16

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Getting a book published is not for the faint of heart. It’s kind of heartbreaking because you have this book you’ve poured your heart and soul into, and you’re hoping readers will love it, too. -Colleen Esposito I’ve wanted to introduce my daughter, Colleen, to you for the longest time, and here she is! Recorded from the window seat in her home ju…

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Ep258: The Erie Canal's Pivotal Influence on Joseph Smith and Mormonism 1:29:03

16d ago1:29:03

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On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon are joined by the wonderful Doug Vincent to discuss a much overlooked powerful influence on Joseph Smith and the origins of Mormonism itself, the Erie Canal. During Joseph Smith's formative years, the Smith family lived in Palmyra New York. In describing Joseph's youth, there is little mentio…

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Grief and Belief - Part 1 35:40

17d ago35:40

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Welcome to the When Grief Comes Home podcast. We're glad you're here. This podcast supports parents who are grieving a spouse, partner, or child while helping their children who are living through the loss of a parent or sibling. With personal grief stories and professional guidance, we offer parents practical tips for supporting their child who is…

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Mark 7.1-25 with Caleb Hines 1:05:43

17d ago1:05:43

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode graduate student Caleb Hines joins John Drury in analyzing the Parable of Defilement in Mark 7:1-25. Enjoy this conversation! Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harris (@hannahrae.of.sunshine) Faci…

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Navigating Senior Year: College Prep, Family Talks, and Faithful Waiting :: Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball [Ep 523]

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Today we are live and in person in my office with Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball! My real-life friends have created a comprehensive guide for senior year and beyond. We cover the logistical, emotional, and spiritual challenges that every family walks through—from managing the college application process to preparing for big transitions at home. This c…

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Navigating Senior Year: College Prep, Family Talks, and Faithful Waiting :: Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball [Ep 523] 1:04:58

17d ago1:04:58

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Today we are live and in person in my office with Lee Cordon and Barrett Ball! My real-life friends have created a comprehensive guide for senior year and beyond. We cover the logistical, emotional, and spiritual challenges that every family walks through—from managing the college application process to preparing for big transitions at home. This c…

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Little Wolf and the American West with Megan Kate Nelson 39:24

18d ago39:24

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In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist Dr. Megan Kate Nelson illuminates the life and legacy of Little Wolf, a Northern Cheyenne military, political, and diplomatic leader. Drawing from her forthcoming book The Westerners, Nelson explores how Little Wolf embodied leadership values like consensus building, ge…

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Ep257: Revisiting Michelle Stone's Personal Story 1:18:18

18d ago1:18:18

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A year and a half ago Mormonish aired a candid interview with Michelle Stone in which she talked about her faith journey, ecclesiastical abuse she had suffered, her experiences in the church and more. This interview perhaps sheds some light on her current decision to take her channel down and remove all her videos. We definitely thought it was wort…

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Repent! Rev. Colleen Hurley-Bates (5.18.25) 28:48

19d ago28:48

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Repent! Rev. Colleen Hurley-Bates (5.18.25) by SermonsBy Sermons

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Wong Sisters: Linda Wong Chu & Lisa Wong kowloonrestaurant.com -307 22:29

21d ago22:29

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They always say, you can’t choose your sister, but I would choose mine. – Linda Wong Chu If you are ever visiting the Boston area and you need a hot tip for the best Chinese food around, the family-owned Kowloon is the place to go! We’re on the road to Saugus, Massachusetts, for this episode, and you better believe there will be a takeout bag of Ko…

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Luke 10:25-37 with Ireland Craig and Lauren Klein 1:01:47

24d ago1:01:47

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Ireland Craig and Lauren Klein look into a passage in Luke 10. In this text they discuss the parable of the Good Samaritan. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created by: Hannah Harri…

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Helping Kids Do Hard Things, Strong-Willed Kids, and Growing Through Failure :: David Thomas & Sissy Goff [Ep 522]

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Today our favorite counselors, David Thomas and Sissy Goff, are back to talk about their new project- children’s books! So much has happened over the last few years and they are beginning to see the onset of anxiety drop to age 6 from 8 years old previously. They created these books to give kids the words and emotional tools to do hard things and d…

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Helping Kids Do Hard Things, Strong-Willed Kids, and Growing Through Failure :: David Thomas & Sissy Goff [Ep 522] 51:33

24d ago51:33

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Today our favorite counselors, David Thomas and Sissy Goff, are back to talk about their new project- children’s books! So much has happened over the last few years and they are beginning to see the onset of anxiety drop to age 6 from 8 years old previously. They created these books to give kids the words and emotional tools to do hard things and d…

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When You See A Cloud- Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (5.11.25) 25:35

26d ago25:35

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When You See A Cloud- Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (5.11.25) by SermonsBy Sermons

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Heavens Gate: Anatomy of a Cult 2:01:08

26d ago2:01:08

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Content Warning: suic*de and other disturbing imagery In this riveting podcast, Randy Bell, delves into the chilling story of Heaven's Gate, a cult that led 39 members to a mass suicide in 1997. Through captivating insights, Bell unravels the cult's manipulative tactics, explores the twisted beliefs of its leaders, and highlights the importance of …

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Susan Kanoff: The Midlife Fashionista & Founder of Uncommon Threads uncommonthreads.org -306 22:38

28d ago22:38

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A good outfit can make you feel confident. Uncommon Threads is a non-profit that boosts the self-esteem of low-income women through the power of clothes. We focus on dignity and respect. -Susan Kanoff Meet Susan Kanoff, style blogger, influencer, and Founder of uncommonthreads.org. A life-long fashionista with a heart of gold, she has spent her car…

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Honoring Your Connection as You Grieve 38:23

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Welcome to the When Grief Comes Home podcast. We're glad you're here. This podcast supports parents who are grieving a spouse, partner, or child while helping their children who are living through the loss of a parent or sibling. With personal grief stories and professional guidance, we offer parents practical tips for supporting their child who is…

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John 10 with Kyle Lortz and Gracie Nelson 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

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Welcome back to Fresh Text! In this episode John Drury and graduate students Kyle Lortz and Gracie Nelson dive into John 10. For this passage they look at the parable of the door for the sheep, and the good shepherd. Produced by: Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective) Edited by: Seth Strand Graphics created …

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From Blockbusters to Blanket Forts: Patricia Heaton on Parenting, Faith, and Comedy [Ep 521]

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Today Emmy-winning actor Patricia Heaton joins us for a candid conversation on motherhood, career, and raising four boys. We talk about the pressure parents feel to over-schedule kids, the beauty of simplicity (just give them a cardboard box!), and how God ordered her journey through motherhood and acting. She and her husband, David Hunt, are in th…

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From Blockbusters to Blanket Forts: Patricia Heaton on Parenting, Faith, and Comedy [Ep 521] 50:05

1M ago50:05

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Today Emmy-winning actor Patricia Heaton joins us for a candid conversation on motherhood, career, and raising four boys. We talk about the pressure parents feel to over-schedule kids, the beauty of simplicity (just give them a cardboard box!), and how God ordered her journey through motherhood and acting. She and her husband, David Hunt, are in th…

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Suffrage and Black Women's Leadership with Martha Jones 47:02

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In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, historian and legal scholar Dr. Martha S. Jones delves into black women’s battle for voting rights that began, rather than ended, with the passage of the 19th Amendment. Through the stories of several inspirational leaders of the Black Women’s Club movement, Jones highlights how these women earned leverage …

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Waiting With Hope, Rev. Nikki Ramage (5.4.25) 19:16

1M ago19:16

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Jessica Fein, Part 2: author of Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes jessicafeinstories.com -305 21:48

1M ago21:48

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My daughter Dalia taught me about courage, sweetness, patience, and love. I am who I am because of her. We were meant to be together. -Jessica Fein Welcome to part two of my interview with Jessica Fein, author of Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams and Broken Genes. Jess and her husband, Rob, adopted three children from Guatemala. When their …

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Matthew 7:15-20 with Keaton Stout 1:00:06

1M ago1:00:06

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Listen to this conversation and Enjoy!

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The Shift: Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Imposter Syndrome, and Critical Inner Monologues :: Mary Marantz [Ep 520] 59:18

1M ago59:18

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Do you often feel like something is holding you back? You can’t quite get to where you want to go professionally, relationally, or in personal habits and goals? Today Mary Marantz is here to tell us about the mental shifts that change everything. Mary’s story is riveting from growing up in a single-wide trailer in the mountains full of dirt and mem…

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The Shift: Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Imposter Syndrome, and Critical Inner Monologues :: Mary Marantz [Ep 520] 59:17

1M ago59:17

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Do you often feel like something is holding you back? You can’t quite get to where you want to go professionally, relationally, or in personal habits and goals? Today Mary Marantz is here to tell us about the mental shifts that change everything. Mary’s story is riveting from growing up in a single-wide trailer in the mountains full of dirt and mem…

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Testimony Sunday (4.27.25) 26:06

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Jessica Fein, Part 1: Author of Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams & Broken Genes jessicafeinstories.com -304 20:45

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We spent five years trying to have a baby and then decided to make the switch from baby making to family making – Jessica Fein We’re back in my cozy living room for this episode of The Story Behind Her Success. I’m learning that when you’re sitting on a comfy couch with the fire going, the time you spend together feels more like a chat between frie…

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Joseph Smith's "Convenient" Revelations: Can It Really Be That Easy? 2:01:43

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On this episode of Mormonish Podcast Rebecca and Landon explore the many "convenient" revelations received by Joseph Smith which became the Doctrine & Covenants. One after another, these revelations arrived on the scene conveniently to solve problems for Joseph Smith. When you see the sheer number or these type of revelations you will recognize an …

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Luke 15 with Caleb Propst and Gabe Ramsey 1:04:38

1M ago1:04:38

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An Amazing conversation on Luke 15 with Caleb Propst and Gabe Ramsey

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The Complexities of Grief after an Accidental Overdose 42:58

1M ago42:58

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Welcome to the When Grief Comes Home podcast. We're glad you're here. This podcast supports parents who are grieving a spouse, partner, or child while helping their children who are living through the loss of a parent or sibling. With personal grief stories and professional guidance, we offer parents practical tips for supporting their child who is…

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When Friendships Get Messy: Healing, Humor & Finding Your Chicken-Fried Women :: Melissa Radke [Ep 519] 46:16

2M ago46:16

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Get ready to laugh! Today Melissa Radke joins me for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. Her new book Chicken-Fried Women will make you giggle, cry, and think about the women and friendships in your life. We cover many hilarious topics including spray tans, garage sale bras, swim gym, southern church in the 80’s, and laundry on the couch. At th…

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