Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B

What if your beginning didn’t have to determine your ending?

On Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Jennie talks with Paul Lamar Hunter, author of No Love, No Charity: The Success of the Nineteenth Child. As the 19th of 21 children, Paul shares his inspirational story of overcoming poverty, adversity, generational trauma, and family dysfunction to become the first in his family to graduate from college.

Through faith,...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, what happens when high school sweethearts reconnect after 32 years and finally learn why they lost each other? Bryan and Jennie share how one disconnected phone call changed everything—and how their second-chance love story inspired the novel As Sure as the Stars. From 1980s nostalgia to an unexpected reunion, it’s a story of first love, timing, and findin...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Jennie Bryan and Dr. Phil get real about marriage, relationships, anger, fear, and communication in a candid mini therapy session.

They explore why conflict is rarely about the argument on the surface, how emotional intelligence can improve conflict resolution, and how gender differences, step parenting, blended families, and past relationships can shape the way couple...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Jennie explores forgiveness, self-forgiveness, shame, remorse, and personal growth. Inspired by Forgiven: Own What Is, Let Go of What Isn't, she examines how childhood experiences and past choices shape who we become, and why understanding our behavior can create space for healing, accountability, and emotional well-being. This episode is a reminder that we can't chan...

What happens when life gives you more than one second chance?

In this powerful episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Joel and Vicky share an extraordinary journey of organ transplantation, resilience, faith, family, and unexpected love.

Vicky received a life-saving kidney transplant from her sister, while Joel survived liver failure and a liver transplant. Their experiences reshaped how they view gratitude, family ...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, Chris Pettit went from alcohol addiction, food addiction, and 320+ pounds to a healthier life built on family, honesty, and consistency. In this conversation with Jennie, Chris and Heidi share how communication, respect for different beliefs, and family-centered habits helped them build a strong marriage and transform their health together. Their story proves that rec...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, what does it take to heal from narcissistic abuse and reclaim your sense of self? Jennie K. Drollinger talks with life coach Kyle Miller about recovery from emotional abuse, breaking trauma bonding, and building healthy boundaries.

They explore myths about narcissism, the power of self-love, and practical steps for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. Whether ...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, what would you do if the love of your life showed up at your door... at exactly the wrong time? Join Jennie as she discovers how one unexpected knock, plenty of laughter, a few surprising twists, and a little courage can turn an ordinary day into the beginning of an extraordinary second chance. Bob and Renee share their remarkable journey of finding their way back to ...

Life doesn't always go as planned—but every setback can become a second chance. In this inspiring episode, Jennie Drollinger introduces the new vision for Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, exploring starting over, resilience, personal growth, healing, reinvention, and finding purpose after life's unexpected plot twists. Whether you're navigating divorce, loss, career change, retirement, empty nesting, or a new beg...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Dr. JC and Mieke share an extraordinary story of love after divorce, healing, manifestation, adoption, and second chances.

After seven years of dating disappointments, one final swipe brought them together. Then Mieke revealed she planned to adopt her late sister’s daughter—the same little girl Dr. JC had been dreaming about for years. Through grief, financ...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Jennie sits down with Tudor and Susie to share their remarkable second chance love story. From blended family challenges and rebuilding trust to discovering how faith, forgiveness, and serving others transformed their marriage, their journey is a powerful reminder that hope is never lost. You'll even hear how one unexpected dog helped save their marriage. An inspiring...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts Are on Side B, Jennie sits down with Dan and Jan to share their 28-year blended family love story.

What began with a weekend blind date became a life built on faith, marriage after divorce, raising eight children, resilience, and choosing each other through every season.

A powerful story of second chances, blended family love, and building a life that lasts.

Takeaways
Don't live in ...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B,Jennie and Bryan— the real-life inspiration for Kelly and Jake in As Sure as the Stars—look back on their favorite 80s memories, movies, and music while sharing what was real in the book and what was changed for the story. A heartfelt conversation about love, healing, and second chances.

Takeaways: 

• Meet the real Jake and Kelly behind As Sure as the St...

Summary

In this roundup episode, Jennie reflects on the stories, faith, and timing that shaped this unforgettable journey. From a teenage love story in 1980s Alaska to a reconnection decades later, she shares the heart behind her book As Sure as the Stars—inspired by a song lyric that echoed her life long before she understood it. Through personal storytelling and reflections from this season’s guests, one truth stands o...

In this bonus episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, features a fun, fast-paced 80s music trivia showdown between two hosts competing to recall iconic song lyrics, artists, and pop culture moments. From Michael Jackson to Madonna and Prince, the game highlights nostalgic hits while delivering laughs, friendly competition, and surprising memory gaps.

Perfect for music lovers, trivia fans, and anyone who grew up on 8...

In this bonus episode, Tricia Goyer sits down with audiobook narrators Jim Rupert and Mackenzie Koppa, along with the real-life couple behind As Sure as the Stars, Jennie and Bryan. They share what it was like hearing their story brought to life, how the narrators created the characters, and the true events—including a missed phone call in 1989 and 32 years apart—that inspired the book.

Takeaways

• How narrators create ...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, this conversation revolves around the themes of divine timing and the healing power of second chances. It explores the reconnection of Darice and Mitch after 30 years, highlighting the impact of their first phone call in 1989, a surprise message over thirty years later, the miracle of their connection, and the presence of divine intervention in their lives. The discus...

This episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, the conversation explores the timeless connection between Darice and Mitch, who first met in 1989 and reconnected after decades apart. They share their initial meeting, the early days of their romance, the challenges of separation, and the misunderstandings that led to lost contact. The discussion highlights the power of fate, the importance of timing in relationships, a...

In this episode of Second Chances: The Best Parts are on Side B, this conversation, Jennie explores the journey of love and friendship between Debbie and Jerry, high school sweethearts from Alaska who reconnect after decades apart. They share their experiences of teenage romance, the challenges of life, and the joy of rekindling their relationship. The discussion highlights the importance of personal growth, the power of choice in ...