The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer

What does it look like to hold onto hope even if it feels “hopeful-ish”? 

In this honest and encouraging conversation, Annica sits down with author Scarlet Hiltibidal to talk about her latest book, Hopeful-ish - the kind of hope that wrestles with grief, disappointment, weariness, and unanswered questions, yet still choose to cling to faith. 

Scarlet opens up about the personal story behind her book: a season marked by loss, famil...

What if it wasn't a massive overhaul you needed in an area of your life…but one tiny tweak instead?

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Erin Port of Simple, Purposeful Living, and author of Tiny Tweaks, Happy Life: Simple Changes to Create Space for What Matters — shares how the smallest, simplest shifts helped her rebuild her life in a season of exhaustion and overwhelm and how they can help you, too. 

No quick fixes. No ...

Author, Kate Angelo joins us to share her powerful story of rising from childhood trauma and foster care to becoming a writer and eventually creating a voice of hope and healing in relationships. We talk about the power of storytelling that helped rewrite her own story.

Kate’s story is raw, redemptive, and deeply hopeful—and her wisdom around relationships, marriage, and healing is something every listener will walk away changed by...

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Is this God's voice I'm hearing… or just my own overthinking?” — welcome. You’re in good company.

In today’s episode of The Tried and Truth Podcast, we sit down with Rachael Groll — author of Knowing God's Voice and host of the Hearing Jesus podcast — to talk about what it really looks like to hear God’s voice in the middle of everyday chaos, fear, and distraction. She opens up about her ow...

In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that most people have felt but few of us know how to actually navigate: offense. The kind that comes from unmet expectations, painful conversations, broken trust, or even wounds we thought we’d already healed from. My guest, Alexandra Hoover—author, pastor, and Bible teacher—joins us for a powerful conversation around her new book, You Can Let Go, and what it really looks like to r...

If the world feels loud right now, you’re not imagining it. We’re living in a culture that’s constantly pushing us to keep up, perform, react, and stay “on.” And in the middle of that pressure, it can be really easy to lose your sense of peace, identity, and direction.

In this conversation, I’m joined by author and Bible teacher Marian Jordan Ellis, and we’re talking about what it actually looks like to stay anchored when everythin...

What if the words we use with our kids become the soundtrack they carry into adulthood?

In this honest, hope-filled conversation, Amy Hughes—mom of nine and author of Words Like Honey—shares how the smallest phrases we say (or don't say) can shape our kids’ confidence, connection, and sense of belonging.

We talk about:

• Why awareness (not perfection) changes everything

• The power of repair after we miss it

• Simple ways to sp...

Sometimes the hardest seasons become the birthplace of our biggest dreams.

In this episode, we sit down with Kimmie Ellis, co-founder of La Palmilla Texas Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel oasis — recently recognized by National Geographic as a Top 10 Texas family-friendly hotel. 

Kimmie shares how she and her husband, Mitchell, walked through one of the most difficult chapters of their lives and turned that pain into purpose — a cont...

We spend so much of our time chasing big goals, big breakthroughs, and big answers—but what if some of the most meaningful moments in life are often small and actually measured in seconds?

In this episode, I share stories from my recent trip to Round Top, Texas, where wandering through antique barns, tents, and dinners became a powerful lesson in human connection and power of micro-moments. From a simple compliment to a curious que...

What if discipline wasn’t about control—but about shaping hearts?

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ginger Hubbard—bestselling author, speaker, and co-host of the Parenting with Ginger Hubbard podcast—to unpack a heart-centered approach to parenting.

From tattling to tantrums to the teenage years, Ginger shares practical tools and timeless wisdom to help parents move beyond quick fixes and get to the root of their children...

Singer/songwriter, Eleanor Bryan, joins on the podcast. You’ll hear her story on chasing dreams, the power of vulnerability, and how community shapes her music. We’re chatting about what it looks like to hold onto your dreams with open hands through seasons of uncertainty and move at the pace you’re truly meant to—not the one the world sets for you.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why insecurity is o...

Ever wonder what it really looks like to love people well?

It’s not about having the perfect words… or waiting until you “have it all together.” Brett Rodgers’ story began with a few guys who simply invited him in—no strings attached. That love changed everything.

Decades later, Brett has spent his life leading and mentoring through Young Life and pioneering ministries across the globe. In this powerful conversation, he shares simp...

What if true hospitality had nothing to do with Pinterest-perfect tables or spotless homes—and everything to do with people, presence, and a willing heart? In this episode we sit down with Abby Kuykendall, author of Let the Biscuits Burn: Cultivating Real-Life Hospitality in a World Craving Connection. 

We're talking about:

• "Entertaining" vs. "hospitality" and how this simple shift can transform relationships and community
• How...

Actress Masey Mclain opens up about faith, courage, and calling in Hollywood. She shares what it looks like to step boldly into your purpose and hold onto hope even in hard seasons. Macy reminds us that while we can’t always change people’s minds, we can make them think...

In this episode, Masey shares:  • How she found her calling in the entertainment industry • The power of vulnerability and embracing your scars  • Why daily fait...

The Tried and Truth Podcast is back for a brand-new season! In this kick-off episode, I'm talking about the pauses we all face in life—the seasons that feel slow, quiet, or even stuck—and why they may be the very moments where the most growth is happening. 

Listen in for:

• Encouragement when life feels on hold

• Practical ways to navigate waiting seasons

• A fresh perspective on trusting the process

• Stories and insights to r...

If summer has you feeling "all the feels", you're not alone! Wrapping up this season with some real life summer inspiration. AND...if you haven't caught up on all of this past season yet, be sure to add those conversations to your summer playlist because there are some absolutely incredible guests you won't want to miss! You'll find conversations with life coaches, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, designers, speakers, and friends o...

Melissa Ice joins us on the podcast this week to share more on her story of helping empower and employ women and girl survivors of trafficking and how she’s embarked on a journey of seeing broken relationships restored and seeing women’s stories changed, positively, forever. 

You’ll hear more on when the pull to serve is greater than fear, how we can live in community and relationships when the world focuses more on individualistic...

In this episode with Jenny Nuccio, founder and CEO of Imani Collective, Jenny shares more on her latest book Let It Be Wild: Stepping into Unknown and Finding a Home -  She’s encouraging us all to take ownership of our inspiration and faith and surround ourselves with positive voices and influences to keep pushing forward.  Jenny’s story of living a “wild” life will encourage you to try new things, take a few small risks, take care...

Monica Swanson is back on the podcast to talk about "Raising Amazing" kids - “ones who love God, like their family and do the dishes without being asked”.  Amazing kids grow out of amazing families and as Monica explains these don't happen by chance. Monica shares more on how to pour into our kids lives in ways that shape them and inspire them into young adults that are ready to launch into the world. You'll hear more what we as pa...