The Tried and Truth Podcast with Annica Fischer

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...

Jodie Berndt joins us this week to share marriage insights, encouragement, and honest truths about the “perfect" soulmate. She has so much wisdom on how we can love our spouses better and make enjoying them a priority. You’ll hear the greatest thing you can do for your marriage and even a few tips on parenting priorities. She's bringing her humor and wisdom to this life-giving conversation to encourage you today! 

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Rebekah Lyons joins us this week to talk all about building a truly resilient life in this must-listen episode. She shares some of her own personal experiences with emotional health and anxiety and will guide you through  the five rules of resilience so you, too, can thrive in difficult times. You’ll hear more on the power of community and adversity and how they can awaken us to greater things as we build resilience together. 

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Soul Care Mentor, Bonnie Gray, walks you through how to transform life’s chaos into calm. If you’re tired of feeling anxiety, overwhelm, and have found yourself running on empty far too often, you’re not alone and this conversation is for you.  Bonnies shares practical tips on how to enter into a space of rest and prepare yourself to face life’s challenges with renewed well-being, confidence, energy and gratitude.  She’ll reveal wh...

Artist Anne Neilson invites us to experience the brushstrokes of life on the canvas of our lives in this conversation - allowing brushstrokes, textures, and explosions of color that come through every trial, joy, heartache, and hope we encounter to shape us and create beauty. Through sharing her own personal journey, she’s coming alongside of your in yours as you uncover the gifts within you, right where you are, even in the messes...

Lauren Fuhr, artist and designer, joins us on the podcast to talk all about creating something original, meaningful relationships, purposeful living, and the art of boundaries. Lauren shares tips on building genuine connections with people, entrepreneurship, and the importance of enjoying the season that you’re in. After this conversation with Lauren, you’ll be inspired to notice more of the small things around you, recognize your ...

This week, we’re talking with Lauren Chandler about pursuing our dreams and sharing our gifts AND how to come alongside our spouses as they pursue theirs, too! We’re talking about the inspiration behind her work, growing together with our spouses, and knowing when to rest and take a step back from what's before us. Lauren shares insights on her love for stirring people's hearts, advice for anyone with a dream or desire who feels li...

Do you feel like emotions get the best of you when you’re triggered? Do you simultaneously desire stronger, richer, healthier lives and relationships - especially the one with your spouse? Amber Lia joins us this week to talk all about flipping the switch on how we view marriage “triggers” and leads us into a conversation all about opportunity for growth in our homes and lives. She invites us into her own journey and work around ma...

Michele Cushatt joins us this week and we're talking all about life's ups and downs and everything in between. An honest, inspiring, and vulnerable conversation you didn’t even know you needed.

Michele is a three-time head and neck cancer survivor, four-time author, leadership and executive coach, international speaker, and mom of six kids. She’s the (reluctant) expert of trauma, pain, and the deep human need for authentic connecti...

Podcaster, author, wife and mom, Tara Sun joins us this week on the podcast. She is sharing more on her latest book release all about surrendering your story and more on her journey towards freedom from control.  In this conversation, Tara talks about trading control for greater peace and joy, reminds us of what there is to gain in the “waiting” and how your story is still being written even in those seemingly quiet seasons. If you...

In this Behind the Brand episode with enewton, founder Elizabeth Newton shares her tips on pushing through the hard things, the value in who you surround yourself with, how we rise by lifting others up, and some of her lessons learned along the way.  If you love a good story about something ordinary turning into something extraordinary, you'll love this conversation. 

You’ll hear Elizabeth share how her business was built one relat...

If you’ve ever felt like you were in a true place of spiritual apathy, good news you weren’t alone or maybe if that’s right now for you, you’re not alone.  In this episode, worship leader, writer, and co-founder of Dwell Ministries, Aaron Williams joins me on the podcast to talk all about his latest book he co-authored with Kathyrn Maack, Whole: The Life Changing Power of Relating to God with all of Yourself. 

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This week we’re going behind the brand with Thistle Farms, a non-profit social enterprise built and grounded on “love”.  For 25 years, Thistle Farms has lit a pathway of healing and hope for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. They believe that “love is the strongest force for change in the world, because love has the power to heal” and you will definitely hear evidence of that in this conversation with Dor...

This week, my friend and executive life coach, Katy Akester, joins us on the podcast.  If you're feeling stuck, having trouble making decisions, living at the corner of imposter syndrome and self-protection, this one is for you! Katy shares her insights from her experience working (and meeting her husband) in improv, working in executive leadership for a global non-profit, and helping individuals gain clarity and greater self-aware...

Shannan Martin joins us this week on the podcast to talk all about the real value of doing life with the people who live closest to us. 

Shannan is the author of Falling Free, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and most recently, Start with Hello - all written around the central theme of “What does it look like to live in this world together?” and “Why does it even matter?”.  I like to think of Shannan as the expert neighbor you want...

Ginger Curtis of Urbanology Designs joins us this week on the podcast and you’re gonna love this conversation (and her work even more!). 

“It was a lot of standing on my faith, being brave, defying fear, and doing hard things.” - Ginger 

As an award-winning interior designer (including HGTV’s 2021 Designer of the Year), book author, Instagram influencer, mom of five, and serial entrepreneur, her story is nothing short of amazing. I...

This week, Wendy Speake joins us on the podcast and WHOA are you in for some encouragement (especially if you’re a mom).  Wendy has a way of meeting you right in the middle of your struggles, whether it’s anger, social media, or sugar!  As a Bible teacher and background as a trained actress, her stories and words will comfort, equip, and encourage you. 

In this episode, Wendy leaves us all feeling equipped and encouraged as we talk...