All Things Possible With Bethany Hamilton

All Things Possible With Bethany Hamilton

All Things Possible with Bethany Hamilton Pro surfer, best-selling author, and Soul Surfer Bethany Hamilton joins her husband Adam Dirks to explore how faith, family, and intentional living make all things possible—even in life’s toughest moments. From raising kids and homeschooling to health, discipleship, and navigating today’s culture, this podcast delivers real conversations and practical encouragement. With inspiring guests and powerful stories, All Things Possible is your weekly dose of hope, resilience, and purpose-filled living. Perfect for families of faith, homeschoolers, and anyone seeking joy and strength in the unexpected.

Episodes

July 29, 2025 42 mins

Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friend and disciple-maker Dean Plumlee. Dean spent over 25 years in surf ministry before God led him into a whole new chapter—mentoring pastors, parents, and leaders through Sonlife, a ministry grounded in the life and method of Jesus.

Dean unpacks how discipleship starts in the home, how he’s raised his three kids to know and love Jesus, and what it means to be a man who leads with courage, ...

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In this Diving Deeper episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Pastor John Bombaro for a rich and deep conversation about the physical and spiritual intimacy we’re invited into through Christ.

They talk about how Jesus doesn’t just love us from a distance, He actually enters into our lives in real, tangible ways. From Holy Communion to baptism to the power of God’s Word, Pastor John unpacks what it means to be united with Christ, no...

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It all started with a cliff jump, a voicemail, and a Kansas boy on a Hawaiian beach…

In this episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks invite listeners into the behind-the-scenes story of how they met, dated, and got married. From a surprise phone call and a cliff jump at Shipwreck Beach, to long-distance Zoom dates and a proposal in a secret Hawaiian garden, this is a story marked by God’s providence, adventure, and intentionality!

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What if a slower, more intentional life at home could actually make things easier? In this heartfelt conversation, Bethany and Adam sit down with Lisa Bass—homeschooling mom of eight and creator of Farmhouse on Boone—to talk about what it really looks like to raise a big family, cook from scratch, and build a peaceful home.

Lisa shares how routines, confidence, and a strong “why” have helped her navigate homeschooling, home cooking...

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What happens when life throws you not one, but two life-altering tragedies, and you survive them both?

Bethany and Adam sit down with their close friend Matt Manzari, a former professional wakeskater whose life was radically changed after two near-fatal accidents, one a catastrophic head injury, the other a 12,000-volt electrocution. But Matt's story isn’t just about surviving. It’s about redefining identity, reclaiming joy, and po...

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In this Diving Deeper episode, Adam Dirks sits down with Pastor William Pierce for an honest and encouraging conversation about staying rooted in God’s Word, especially when your emotions feel all over the place.

Together, they talk about why chasing emotional highs can’t replace the steady truth of Scripture, how feelings can sometimes lead us off course, and why the Bible is more than enough to guide us, ground us, and draw us cl...

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Listener note: This episode includes mature spiritual themes and is intended for adult audiences.

What happens when you chase spiritual freedom, only to find yourself more lost than ever?

In this episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with former model and writer Ali Tate to unpack her journey out of the New Age movement and into something far more grounding. From breathwork and plant medicine to church pews and monogamy, Ali shares ho...

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In this deeply personal and raw episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Bethany’s brother, Timmy Hamilton, to share the story that nearly broke their family. Once a fearless wave charger and devoted dad, Timmy found himself wasting away—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—due to a misdiagnosed chronic illness and a downward health spiral that almost took his life.

From losing the ability to surf or walk normally to feeling lik...

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In this powerful and refreshingly honest conversation, Adam and Bethany sit down with Christian hip-hop artist FLAME (Marcus Gray) to talk faith, music, and theology that hits deep. From growing up in St. Louis to Grammy nominations and even a courtroom battle with Katy Perry, FLAME shares how his faith has grown through trials, seminary study, and the journey from Reformed theology to confessional Lutheranism.

 

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In this honest and inspiring episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Sadie Robertson Huff for a powerful conversation about identity, calling, and what happens when God pulls you out of the noise to remind you who you are. Sadie opens up about the behind-the-scenes reality of competing on Dancing with the Stars at just 17, the moment she nearly walked away from it all, and how she found her voice by asking God one simple question: ...

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In this short and powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam dive into a chapter from Scandalous Stories by Daniel Emery Price and Eric Sorensen, reflecting on one of the most raw and redemptive moments in Scripture—Jesus’ dinner with a Pharisee and a sinful woman.

With a mix of laughter, tears, and truth, Adam reads the chapter “Every Pharisee Needs a Prostitute,” followed by heartfelt reflections from both him and ...

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In this riveting episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Nathan Garrison, the co-founder of Sharkbanz—a revolutionary magnetic shark deterrent born from personal tragedy and a passion for ocean safety. Nathan shares how a shark attack on his best friend became the catalyst for developing Sharkbanz, and why protecting ocean-goers became his mission!

From spearfishing in deep blue Hawaiian waters to nervous sur...

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Raising children is no easy task—especially in today’s noisy, tech-driven world. In this heartfelt conversation, author and mom of four Kari Kampakis joins Adam and Bethany to share practical wisdom on parenting through every season, from the "barbaric toddler years" to the emotional rollercoaster of the teen years. Kari opens up about her struggles, what she'd do differently, and how moms can embrace grace, build real relationship...

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How do we guide our children through the digital age with wisdom and grace?

In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Pastor William Pierce joins Adam Dirks for a thoughtful conversation on parenting, technology, and spiritual discernment. From screen time to video games, from Proverbs to Paul’s letters, this episode challenges families to model wisdom in a tech-saturated world. Pastor William explores how struggle isn'...

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What do bunnies, betrayal, and brave hearts have to do with spiritual formation? In this inspiring episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with S.D. Smith, the beloved author of The Green Ember series—a storyworld that’s captured the hearts of families around the globe.

Sam shares how a childhood spent in the hollers of West Virginia and a season of deep suffering helped shape stories that equip children to face ...

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Is screen time stealing your child’s future?

In this powerful conversation, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks sit down with Melanie Hempe, founder of ScreenStrong.org, a nurse and mom who learned the hard way how video games and screen addiction can derail a child’s life. From watching her son spiral into addiction to reclaiming family connection, Melanie shares both the heartbreak and hope of saying "no" to toxic tech.

Discover the...

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In this Diving Deeper episode of All Things Possible, Adam and Pastor William have an honest, encouraging conversation about how to raise spiritually rooted kids in today’s fast-moving world. If you're a Christian parent wondering how to instill lasting faith in your children—without carrying the burden alone—this episode will lift your heart and guide your steps!

From setting rhythms of prayer and Bible reading, to creating space ...

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Ready to rethink what real health looks like? In this powerful episode of All Things Possible, Bethany Hamilton and Adam sit down with Kyle and Kori Meloy to share how small, God-centered shifts transformed their health, marriage, and family life! From breaking free of burnout to building lasting resilience, they reveal how living more in tune with God’s design leads to thriving bodies, stronger homes, and deeper joy. This conversa...

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Have you ever felt called to something you knew nothing about? Ben Spell, the CEO of Good Ranchers—a thriving meat company with a mission to bring clean, American-sourced meat to families across the nation story that is exactly at! He started out knowing absolutely nothing about the meat industry (he’d never even cooked a steak!), but was moved by a clear calling from God to step into uncharted territory.

Ben opens up about his hum...

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In this thought-provoking episode, Adam sits down with Pastor William Pierce to explore how Christians can navigate the complexities of today’s world with both conviction and compassion. From the transgender movement to challenges posed by atheism and agnosticism, Pastor William shares profound insights on how to love our neighbors while staying grounded in biblical truth. Together, they discuss topics like forgiveness, justice, an...

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