Jesus taught that if someone asks you to go one mile, go the 2nd mile as well. In the 2nd Mile Podcast, host Travis Agnew seeks to equip you to do more than the bare minimum in the areas of faith and family. Don't settle for an average life.
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PowerWomen: Conversations with Powerful Women about moving the Pendulum!
Claire Brown & Gayatri Agnew
Hold on to your boots, these conversations are full of southernisms and authenticity! Join the bi-monthly conversations with Powerful Women about moving the pendulum. Claire Brown & Gayatri Agnew interview women in leadership positions, business owners, women in the C-Suite, and influencers about their journey, mission and vision. How do we RISE? Through conversations and vulnerability, of course! It is time to get fierce in conversation with PowerWomen!
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Prayer isn’t boring—we just often carelessly approach it without a realistic and heartfelt plan. Learn how to build a game changing, personal prayer strategy that helps you stay focused, grow deeper, and actually enjoy talking with God.
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Episode 97: Mothering Ambition: A Mother’s Monday Special
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26:57In this heartfelt bonus episode for Mother’s Monday, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down for a candid conversation on the beautiful — and often messy — intersection of motherhood and ambition. Drawing from their own experiences and the wisdom of fellow PowerWomen, they explore what it really means to lead, nurture, and show up fully in bo…
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Discover why reading the entire Bible could be the most life-changing decision you ever make. It’s not just about checking a box—it’s about knowing who God is, who you are, and how to stand strong no matter what comes next.
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Episode 96: Slaying the Motherhood Myth with Katherine Wintsch
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37:19In this deeply resonant Mother's Day edition, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down with CEO, author, and speaker Katherine Wintsch—founder of Slay Like a Mother. Together, they unpack the dragons of self-doubt, the unrealistic pressures of modern motherhood, and the radical power of authenticity. From reclaiming your glow to dancing in you…
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Most Christians agree that knowing God’s Word is vital for spiritual growth, yet many feel it’s too hard to understand or explain. As disciples, we must commit to clear and faithful teaching that helps others grasp the truth.
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We often become overwhelmed by the sheer number of problems pressing on us, many of which lie beyond our ability to fix. But instead of being consumed by what you can’t control, choose to focus your energy on what you can.
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Episode 95: Pelvic Power: Real Talk on Bladders, Bodies & Better Health with Beth Anne Travis
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39:15Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew are back with a deeply empowering and wildly entertaining episode featuring Beth Anne Travis, PT, DPT, PRPC, PRFS of Arkansas Pelvic Health. From bladder leaks and painful sex to pelvic floor myths, lube do’s and don’ts, and how jaw tension might be connected to your pelvic pain, nothing is off-limits. Tune in for rea…
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For those who grew up in the Church, the story of the cross can become too familiar if we fail to be moved by it anymore. Reflect on the last words Jesus said while on the cross to know His heart for us.
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The path of following Jesus provides ample opportunities to do amazing feats, but they typically are completed by simple steps along the way. As we help others, we must provide them with achievable goals as they progress.
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Episode 94: Igniting Change with Jennifer Belt
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36:10In this episode of the PowerWomen Podcast, Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew welcome Jennifer Belt, Chief Philanthropy Officer at the Scott Family Amazeum. Jennifer shares her passion for philanthropy, the role of interactive learning in community growth, and how the Amazeum is inspiring the next generation. Join us for a conversation on leadership, i…
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Episode 93: Crafting Community & Creativity with Bea Apple
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29:52In this inspiring episode of PowerWomen Podcast, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down with Bea Apple, co-owner of Hillfolk in Bentonville, Arkansas. Bea shares her journey from engineer to restaurant owner to co-creating Hillfolk, a vibrant makerspace and retail store dedicated to crafting, community, and connection. She opens up about ove…
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Money isn’t evil, but the love of it is because of all the ruin and destruction it can bring to each one of our lives. We must learn how to harness our desires and continue to keep God above our love for money, or else it will ruin us.
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We often blame our children’s spiritual condition on the culture we cannot control rather than the family we can alter. We must do our parts to raise our children in a positive spiritual environment, regardless of what transpires around us.
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Episode 92: From Hunger to Hospitality: Heather Baber-Roe’s Journey
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28:14In this inspiring episode of the PowerWomen Podcast, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down with powerhouse restaurateur Heather Baber-Roe. Heather shares her incredible journey from struggling as a single mom to becoming the owner of four thriving restaurants. She opens up about overcoming challenges, battling alcoholism, and the drive that…
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We live in a time when everyone speaks passionately about every issue regardless of whether they are the experts. Sometimes, we speak so definitively on non-essentials that we lose the right to speak of essential truths.
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Many people read the Bible but forget what they studied moments later due to a tragic misstep. If you want retention from your devotional practices, you must learn the art of summarizing what you learn so you can remember and share it with others.
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Episode 91: Building Tribes & Intentional Friendships
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31:44In this inspiring episode of PowerWomen Podcast, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew welcome Amy Reeves Robinson—founder, consultant, and champion of women’s empowerment. Amy shares her journey from business banking in San Francisco to becoming a key advocate for women entrepreneurs in Northwest Arkansas and beyond. She dives into the power of int…
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Impact Conference 2025 (Breakout Session) Don’t succumb to the weekly stress of figuring out what to preach next. Discover how to create a long-term preaching plan that is faithful to God’s Word and mindful of your church’s calendar.
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Every person you encounter today is going through multiple situations, positive or negative, of which you are probably unaware. In light of the knowledge of such ignorance, we must evaluate where someone is before we attempt to help them get where they need to be.
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In our fast-paced, independent, result-oriented society, we seem to grow frustrated if something doesn’t happen instantaneously as we desire. Oftentimes, the change we seek in multiple areas of our lives is much slower than we ever desire it to be.
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Episode 90: Storytelling, Legacy, and Finding Meaning with Lakshmi Sarah
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32:40In this special episode of PowerWomen Podcast, hosts Claire Brown & Gayatri Agnew welcome Gayatri’s sister, award-winning journalist and digital producer Lakshmi Sarah. Together, they dive into the power of storytelling—both personal and professional. Lakshmi shares her journey as a journalist, her award-winning work amplifying global voices, and h…
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When we attempt to follow God’s call on our lives, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the potential opposition threatening to slow down our progress. Instead of focusing on the negative that could go wrong, anticipate what God can do through you.
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We celebrate numerous milestones in life, highlighting those moments repeatedly to where those memories are cemented in our minds. If salvation is as important as you say it is, do what you can to ritualize celebrations of the conversions in your home.
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Episode 89 - The Power of Surrender: Embracing Strength in Letting Go
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21:39In this episode, Claire and Gayatri dive into the transformative power of surrender. They explore how letting go can lead to newfound strength, powerful breakthroughs, and deeper connections. Join the conversation as they share inspiring stories, discuss pivotal moments, and celebrate the allies who help us rise together. POWERWOMEN LINKS: WEBSITE:…
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Help for the Homeless that Actually Helps
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16:11When we often encounter people who are homeless, our reaction is typically to look away so that we don’t feel the pressure to do anything about it. As followers of Jesus, we must be like Him and embrace those in need rather than ignoring them.
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Many disciples of Jesus have a desire to grow or at least a guilt when they aren’t doing so, but we rarely design a plan to help us in our efforts. To be successful in spiritual disciplines, you need to evaluate what you need to start and what you need to stop.
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Episode 88 - Impact vs. BS: Aligning Values in Work and Life
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23:29In this candid episode, Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew explore the delicate balance between meaningful impact and navigating the everyday BS of professional life. They discuss the importance of aligning personal values with career choices, share personal stories of finding purpose, and offer insights on how to maintain authenticity while striving f…
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Do you struggle to make progress in the most important things? People often miss the essentials due to distraction, laziness, or busyness. Don’t allow these mindsets to rob you of accomplishing great things with the time you have this very day.
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Episode 87 - Whiskey Flights and Power Moves: Reflecting on 2024 with Power Women
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22:17Join Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew on location in Benton, Arkansas, as they savor whiskey flights, reflect on the pivotal moments of 2024, and unveil an exciting new chapter for Power Women: the launch of Power Women Villages. Discover how this innovative initiative will empower women through connection, masterminds, and shared growth. Plus, heart…
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In our younger years, we obsess greatly about who are the people we consider as our best friends, yet, we become more relationally isolated as we age. Many of us miss a key aspect of life by failing to make and keep deep friendships.
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Whether or not we acknowledge it, many of our conflicts aren’t against physical powers but spiritual forces. As spiritual beings, we fight spiritual battles, but if we ignore the reality of them, we are probably losing ground all around us.
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Why Giving Tuesday Happens Once We’re Broke
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12:00It’s the most wonderful time of the year (if you consider being stressed, busy, and broke as wonderful). While there are so many exciting moments to enjoy, our culture has structured this time of year to hinder our commitment to ministry.
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Your hopeful plans for your life, job, or ministry may be immense, but they honestly may not be sized correctly. When we attempt something that God desires to be done, our grandest plans might potential.
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We have more ministry programming for the next generation than ever before, but our kids aren’t staying connected to the church. We are expecting programs to do what God expects parents to do. It’s time to go the second mile in partnering with the home and the church for the sake of our children.
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2024 SCBC Pastors Conference 1 Kings 22:1-18 - Pastors feel pressure from many sides to preach what others want them to say. If you're gonna speak, keep it to what the LORD wants them to hear.
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The United States has survived another election day, but there are plenty of questions still to be answered in the days to come. As citizens of this country, we are called to live according to our heavenly citizenship regardless of the outcome.
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In hostile political times, Christians can get sucked into the vitriol that is consuming the United States of America. Instead of reflecting the words, attitudes, and actions of the culture, the Scriptures provide another path.
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With all the ethical battles being waged in our culture, many people remain in a state of political outrage and intense disagreement. While men may speak their minds on the issues, few discuss them biblically in the home.
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As we navigate another contentious election season, Christians should be a voice of reason, sensibility, and hope. Instead of being sucked into the outraged culture, disciples of Jesus should prove themselves different.
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Episode 86 - Empowering Change: The Story Behind GoodChange App
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32:04Join Claire Brown as she chats with Becky Pittman and Emily Wineland, co-founders of the GoodChange App, a platform dedicated to inspiring positive actions through small, everyday changes. Discover how their journey began, the impact they’re creating in communities, and how their innovative approach helps people seamlessly integrate acts of kindnes…
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You Won’t Fix It Until You Admit It’s Broken
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12:00Maybe you feel like you have too many responsibilities and not enough time to address everything you have to do. Before you start making fixes, you first need to identify the problems that you are experiencing. It’s time to go the second mile in fixing what you finally admit is broken.
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All of us talk about how stressful our lives are as we seek to work through frantic schedules and numerous tasks. The fact is that nothing gets more orderly by accident, and we must be proactive to make the most of the time we have. It’s time to go the second mile in personal discipline.
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Episode 85 - Navigating Menopause: Insights from a Certified Menopause Practitioner
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27:57In this episode, Claire Brown is joined by Amy Wilson, APRN from Arkansas Urogynecology and Women’s Health, one of Arkansas' few Certified Menopause Practitioners. Together, they discuss the often-overlooked challenges of menopause, debunk myths, and explore how women can advocate for their health during this transformative stage of life. If you're…
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We talk about laziness as if it is a character trait that some people just can’t help, but that doesn’t address the seriousness of the issue. If you lag around life, you miss out on the wonderful opportunities God has given you. It’s time to go the second mile and stop making excuses for laziness.
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Episode 84 - Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women through Leadership and Advocacy
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42:17In this inspiring episode, Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down with Katie Roberts, a dynamic leader and passionate advocate for women’s rights. Together, they discuss the importance of female representation in leadership, breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, and how to advocate for change in both the workplace and beyond. Katie share…
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If you are a parent, you understand that the days are long, but the years are short as you seek to raise the children entrusted to you. Your availability is directly related to your capability as you set out to disciple your kids well. It’s time to go the second mile in parental availability.
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You may not feel trained as a counselor to assist in crisis situations, but you probably can do more than you give yourself credit. Discover how you do these four simple things and help someone in desperate need better than you think you can. It’s time to go the second mile in counseling someone in crisis.…
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Many people feel stuck in a marriage that they seek to improve, only to be met with resistance or complacency from a spouse. While a healthy marriage depends on two people putting in the effort, you might have to resort to an individual strategy. It’s time to go the second mile in working on your marriage.…
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Episode 83 - Rewiring Your Mindset: The Power of NLP with Nikki Guiliani
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26:44Join host Claire Brown as she sits down with Nikki Guiliani, a Master Transformational Coach and leading expert in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). In this episode, Nikki shares actionable strategies to help you rewire your mindset, break through mental barriers, and unlock your full potential. Whether you're looking to elevate your personal lif…
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We are all prone to wander, but we are each prone to wander in different ways. We have to evaluate our habits to find victory against temptation. It’s time to go the second mile in fighting tempting situations.
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