The Fortitude Podcast

The Fortitude Podcast

Hello, and welcome to The Fortitude Podcast. We're your hosts, Micah and Sarah. You may know us from TikTok or Instagram (@micahandsarahhh) but we are coming to the podcast space to talk about life experiences that have tested and strengthened us and built our fortitude – the strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage. Every Tuesday we have conversations with each other, our friends, and we answer your questions about relationships, faith, mentality, trauma, healing - ultimately all the things in life that make up the human experience! When you're in a tough season, it is so important to know that you're not alone and you are capable of making it to the other side. Join us each week as we share personal stories that will help you to feel encouraged, learn to stay hopeful, and most importantly, fill you with a little more fortitude.

Episodes

We Love You!

July 29, 2025 • 5 mins
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Amanda McNeil: Counselor, Author, Scholar, Wife, Mother...How our Understanding of God's Character shapes how we experience grief, How to walk well with friends who are grieving, PLUS a bit on the identity crisis of becoming parents.

July 22, 2025 • 59 mins
Amanda McNeil and her husband Justin had been integral figures in Micah's and my life. They are our counselors, they are our friends, they are people we respect as spouses, parents, and more importantly, humans. Amanda is not only scholastically qualified when it comes to the ins and outs of grief but personally qualified because of her story and what she's gone through. Whether you've experienced grief or not this is a powerful co...
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Cost n' Mayor on Locking down together during Covid after only a few weeks of dating, how social media has effected their dance careers, and an insider scoop on their new Off-Broadway show 11 to Midnight | Ep. 64

July 15, 2025 • 61 mins
We have been DYING to meet Cost n' Mayor for years now, so we were so excited about this conversation! They are just as fun, genuine, and hilarious as you'd think they'd be. We had a ball chatting about the beginnings of their relationship, show business, working with your spouse, their Off-Broadway show that's in the works, balloons (you gotta watch the video to fully appreciate that last one!) and so much more. If you're looking ...
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Katherine Wolf on how joy and suffering can coexist, truly wrestling with God's plan, and owning your story. | Ep. 63

June 24, 2025 • 46 mins
This week on the show, we’re honored to welcome Katherine Wolf for a powerful conversation about hope, healing, and choosing joy in the midst of suffering. At just 26 years old—only six months after the birth of her first son—Katherine suffered a massive brain stem stroke that radically altered the course of her life. She shares about her ongoing journey of recovery, the role of mindset in facing life’s hardest moments, and how she...
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Prioritizing Dating After Marriage- Some of our favorite dates, how we did it with little money and little time, and why every date doesn't need to be a "whole big thing" | Ep. 62

June 17, 2025 • 34 mins
This week we are talking about dating in marriage. Now that we are parents, it has become more important to us than ever to prioritize moments that are focused on the building of our marriage. We have dated in seasons of minimal time, minimal money, minimal privacy...all three at the same time lol and we get into some of the practical ways we kept it a priority no matter what our circumstances brought. We also chat some of our most...
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Melissa Russell on how charity water is ending world thirst one well at a time | Episode 61

June 10, 2025 • 39 mins
Melissa Russell, President of charity: water, joins us for a powerful conversation about purpose, justice, and what it means to lead with compassion. Melissa shares her journey of stepping into global impact work, how her faith has shaped her leadership, and why the water crisis is not just a physical issue—but have an all encompassing impact on communities. spiritual one. She opens up about the challenges and joys of stewarding a ...
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Heather Thompson Day on why Questions for and doubts about God are the very things that often Strengthen our Faith | Ep. 60

June 3, 2025 • 63 mins
This week we engage in a profound conversation with Heather Thompson Day, a speaker, author, and professor about the complexities of faith, grief, and the importance of questions in our spiritual journeys. Heather shares her personal experiences with doubt, the impact of her father's Alzheimer's on her faith, and the lessons learned about success and obedience in God's kingdom. Her insights emphasize the significance of community, ...
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Mary Marantz on How to Stop the Cycles of Fear that Hold Us Back from the Purposes God Has for Us | Ep.59

May 27, 2025 • 65 mins
Mary Marantz is the bestselling author of Dirt, Slow Growth Equals Strong Roots, and now, Underestimated! We learned SO MUCH from her in our conversation about how to name and stop the cycles of fear that hold us back from all God has for us. We get into topics such as why boredom can lead to breakthrough, how our brain can accurately predict our odds of success based on past experiences, and how we can CHANGE that experience to up...
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The Size of Our Roots: How Our Families Shaped Us | Episode 58

May 20, 2025 • 36 mins
We’ve gotten lots of questions about our families of origin—so today, we’re diving into it! From growing up in very different-sized families to how that shaped our values, personalities, and even our marriage, we’re unpacking it all. Join us as we explore how family size formed us and continues to influence the way we see the world. Come hang with us! Follow The Fortitude Podcast: Insta: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thefortit...
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The Unexpected Emotional Experience of a Trip Without our Baby| Episode 57

May 13, 2025 • 38 mins
We’ve been super blessed to do a lot of traveling lately—and we even took our very first trip without our little guy! This week, we’re talking all about our recent adventure to Dubai: the wild experiences, the unexpected moments, and all the emotions that came with leaving our son behind for the first time. Tune in for stories, laughs, and some real talk about parenting, travel, and everything in between. Come hang with us! Fol...
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What We Learned Taking Our Baby to Disney - and the sweet memories made! | Episode 56

May 6, 2025 • 38 mins
This week, we’re chatting all about our recent Disney World trip—with our baby! We’re sharing what worked for us, from breastfeeding and pumping in the parks to our favorite rides and the sweet memories we made along the way. If you're thinking about taking your little one to Disney or traveling in general, this episode is for you! Come hang with us! Follow The Fortitude Podcast: Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thefortitudep...
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From P*rnstar to Pastor - Joshua Broome and His path to Redemption | Episode 55 - Part 2

April 29, 2025 • 44 mins
Last week’s discussion was so impactful, we knew we had to keep it going with Part 2! In this episode, Pastor Joshua shares practical advice for those struggling with pornography and offers insight on how to navigate this topic with your children in a healthy, faith-based way. He also highlights some encouraging legislative developments aimed at protecting minors from the harmful effects of the porn industry. Don’t miss this eye-op...
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From P*rnstar to Pastor - Joshua Broome and His Path to Redemption | Episode 54 Part 1

April 22, 2025 • 78 mins
We’re honored to welcome Pastor Joshua Broome, who shares his powerful journey from being deeply involved in the p*rn industry to finding freedom and serving in full-time ministry. Joshua opens up about how he got into the industry, what led him out, and how Jesus radically changed his life. If you’ve ever wrestled with the thought that your past is too messy or shameful for a relationship with God, this conversation is a reminder...
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Postpartum FAQ - Navigating life, marriage, and routine post baby | Episode 53

April 15, 2025 • 37 mins
This week we dive into all things feeding + postpartum exercise. Sarah discusses her experiences with breast feeding/pumping…what has worked for her and what hasn’t, the stigmas/judgements she’s encountered, as well as the postpartum workout program she’s loving. If you’re postpartum or will be soon, this is the episode for you! Come hang with us! Follow The Fortitude Podcast: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thefortitudepodcast ...
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Dr. Amanda McNeil on Navigating Grief with God...personally, if we're supporting a grieving friend, and everything in between | Ep.52

April 8, 2025 • 59 mins
Dr. Amanda McNeil is is not only one of our personal counselors who has helped us build a marriage we are excited about, but she a doctor of Psychology and Theology as well as having her own personal story of deep loss and grief. She recently released a book called "Overcoming the Overcast: Navigating the Storms of Grief with God", in which she combines groundbreaking neuroscience and deep biblical insight to help with navigating l...
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Our Lives in Professional Theatre...the Great, the Hard, and the Hilarious | Ep.51

April 1, 2025 • 40 mins
This week we are talking about one of our most commonly asked questions..what it was like to work in professional theatre! We talk about our most favorite parts, the aspects that were hard, plus some of our silliest stories of mess-ups on stage, getting the giggles, and what happens when 5 people call out of a show at once. ----- Thank you to our brand partner Cozy Earth! Visit CozyEarth.com and use our exclusive code FORTITUDE ...
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How we make Building a Relationship with God "practical" | Ep.50

March 25, 2025 • 37 mins
We get asked often about the habits we have that strengthen our faith and help us put God at the center of our life and marriage. Many days our "ideal" list of habits doesn't happen, but we discuss some of the practical, small habits we've attached to other daily tasks that have been helpful for us whether or not those bigger "ideals" actually happen in a day. God knows the desires of our heart and His presence and love never chang...
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Disagreeing Healthily in Relationship...plus why the money conversation is so important before commitment | Ep.49

March 18, 2025 • 39 mins
Disagreement in longterm relationships is inevitable. So how can we disagree and fight in a healthy way? We dive into... What we can do before deciding to commit to someone Conversations we can have to build a relationship that comes out stronger after a disagreement And what we've learned when it comes to having the same fight over and over again Plus one little segué into why a conversation surrounding money conditioning and...
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Body Image…Detaching our value from it, what does "bouncing back" after giving birth even mean, and why a pair of pants can sometimes make or break a day | Ep.48

March 11, 2025 • 41 mins
This week we dive into body image, particularly around the postpartum season, but also the pressures that come from society no matter what season we are in. Even when we know what is realistic, it can be hard to not compare and feel 'less than' about our bodies or the progress we are looking to make. Our conversation this week centers on Sarah's experience with "bouncing back" after pregnancy (spoiler alert, this isn't a thing, lol...
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Emotional Q & A with my Wife | Ep. 47

March 4, 2025 • 32 mins
The tables are turned this week as Micah asks Sarah the questions she asked him last week. SHOCKER, she is a bit more emotional than he was as she goes into her answers :) Our goal with doing Q & A's every so often is that you'll feel inspired to do something similar with a partner or a friend! We learn something new about each other every time we do this, and we always finish the recording feeling closer than when we started. Tha...
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