The Soul Talks Podcast
Stories of survival and hope. Creating a generous and gentle landing space to explore life’s hard realities.
Episodes
November 5, 2025 • 25 mins
What happens when the person who makes everyone laugh is walking through heartbreak?
In this episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, Theresa Bruno sits down with beloved comedian, author, and speaker Anita Renfroe to explore how laughter can be both a gift and a lifeline. From standing on a stump singing to cows as a little girl, to finding faith and humor through seasons of deep grief, Anita shares how joy became her ministry.
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In this episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, Theresa Bruno sits down with beloved comedian, author, and speaker Anita Renfroe to explore how laughter can be both a gift and a lifeline. From standing on a stump singing to cows as a little girl, to finding faith and humor through seasons of deep grief, Anita shares how joy became her ministry.
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October 29, 2025 • 26 mins
When the life you’ve built begins to fall apart, could it actually be the beginning of something sacred?
In this heartfelt episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, Theresa Bruno sits down with spiritual teacher and author TJ Woodward for a deeply honest conversation about shame, surrender, and the journey back to wholeness.
TJ shares how losing everything — his business, a relationship, and his sense of identity — became the catalyst for p...
In this heartfelt episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, Theresa Bruno sits down with spiritual teacher and author TJ Woodward for a deeply honest conversation about shame, surrender, and the journey back to wholeness.
TJ shares how losing everything — his business, a relationship, and his sense of identity — became the catalyst for p...
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October 22, 2025 • 22 mins
In this deeply moving episode, Theresa Bruno sits down with spiritual teacher, author, and addiction recovery expert TJ Woodward for a powerful conversation about healing, awakening, and the journey back to the self.
TJ shares his story of early childhood joy, disconnection, and eventual addiction—and how those experiences became the foundation for his groundbreaking work in Conscious Recovery. Together, he and Theresa explore how w...
TJ shares his story of early childhood joy, disconnection, and eventual addiction—and how those experiences became the foundation for his groundbreaking work in Conscious Recovery. Together, he and Theresa explore how w...
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October 15, 2025 • 24 mins
What if the seasons you’re desperate to move through are the very ones shaping who you’re becoming?
In this heartfelt conversation, Terri Matthews Woodall opens up about the lessons she’s learned through surrender, motherhood, marriage, and leadership. She shares the cost of perfectionism, the freedom of saying “no,” and how her faith has reframed what it really means to have balance.
Terri reminds us that the process — the in-betwee...
In this heartfelt conversation, Terri Matthews Woodall opens up about the lessons she’s learned through surrender, motherhood, marriage, and leadership. She shares the cost of perfectionism, the freedom of saying “no,” and how her faith has reframed what it really means to have balance.
Terri reminds us that the process — the in-betwee...
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October 8, 2025 • 25 mins
In this deeply moving episode, Theresa sits down again with entrepreneur and advocate Terri Matthews Woodall for a powerful conversation about calling, surrender, and the miracles that unfold when we say yes to God.
Terri shares the story of her son Jaden’s autism diagnosis—and how what first felt like loss became a divine assignment that transformed her heart, her family, and her purpose. From building Jaden’s Voice, a foundation n...
Terri shares the story of her son Jaden’s autism diagnosis—and how what first felt like loss became a divine assignment that transformed her heart, her family, and her purpose. From building Jaden’s Voice, a foundation n...
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October 1, 2025 • 24 mins
In this powerful conversation, Terri Matthews Woodall opens up about the resilience and faith that shaped her journey—from childhood moments of rallying kids to Vacation Bible School for a Barbie doll, to life-changing encounters where obedience to God brought the miraculous. Terri shares candid lessons on honesty, leadership, and trust, revealing how her early experiences prepared her to build businesses, steward relationships, an...
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September 24, 2025 • 21 mins
What if the hardest chapters of your life are actually preparation ground?
In this intimate conversation, Terri Mathews Woodall shares how faith reframed her story. From early adversity to hard-won resilience, she has refused to be defined by her past.
Terri opens up about the mindset shifts that moved her from survival to assignment, how she transformed “life isn’t fair” into “I’m being formed”, and how faith and surrender shaped ...
In this intimate conversation, Terri Mathews Woodall shares how faith reframed her story. From early adversity to hard-won resilience, she has refused to be defined by her past.
Terri opens up about the mindset shifts that moved her from survival to assignment, how she transformed “life isn’t fair” into “I’m being formed”, and how faith and surrender shaped ...
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September 17, 2025 • 25 mins
In this powerful Soul Talks conversation, Shaun Proulx opens up about the courage it took to come out publicly as HIV positive, the full-circle moment of interviewing Oprah, and the life-changing lessons he’s learned along the way. With humor, honesty, and wisdom, Shaun reminds us to stop beating ourselves up for being human — and shares his simple secret to true happiness.If you’ve ever struggled with shame, stigma, or self-doubt,...
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September 10, 2025 • 24 mins
In this inspiring episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, Theresa Bruno sits down with Shaun Proulx—radio and TV host, writer, and storyteller whose journey from a small farm in rural Ontario to the national stage is nothing short of remarkable. Shaun opens up about growing up gay in the 1980s, facing daily bullying and cruelty, and how those early experiences shaped his resilience and authenticity. He shares tender stories of his late ...
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September 3, 2025 • 3 mins
The Soul Talks Podcast isn’t going anywhere, but its mission is growing. In this special announcement, Theresa Bruno shares how the podcast that began as a way to process her husband’s loss has become a healing space for so many, and why she’s now expanding her work under her own name.Alongside The Soul Talks, Theresa is launching new resources, coaching opportunities, and community spaces designed to help others navigate grief, re...
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August 27, 2025 • 1 min
In this special bonus update, Theresa shares a quick message with listeners before heading into the Labor Day weekend. Soul Talks is taking a short break, but will be back after the holiday with an exciting announcement about what’s next for the platform.Theresa also reflects on a recent encounter that reminded her of the power of connection and the faithfulness of this community. Thank you for listening, for showing up, and for wa...
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August 20, 2025 • 27 mins
In this episode of Soul Talks, Ruth shares her journey of faith, family, and the unexpected calling that led her to write a book she once swore she’d never write. From flipping houses and raising kids to being challenged by her uncle to seek “a vision beyond your resources,” Ruth opens up about the struggles of imposter syndrome, divine appointments that shaped her path, and how she discovered her true purpose. She reflects on the ...
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August 13, 2025 • 21 mins
Nine moves in a single year. Financial strain. A new marriage. And an unexpected conversation with her mother before she passed away that changed everything. In this Soul Talks episode, Ruth McKeaney shares how she and her husband turned chaos into connection. And how her mother’s faith and perspective shaped the way she sees life, love, and what truly matters. 🛎️ Subscribe for more soulful conversations. Connect with us: The Soul...
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August 6, 2025 • 19 mins
In this heartfelt opening conversation, Theresa sits down with author and speaker Ruth McKeaney to explore what it truly means to be "Hungry for Home". Ruth shares stories from her own journey: from building a family mission statement with her husband, to creating an intentional family culture, to learning that hospitality is far more about love than perfection. With humor, wisdom, and deep faith, she invites us to look at how we c...
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August 4, 2025 • 53 secs
On a peaceful summer retreat, Theresa takes you along on her morning hike to reflect on the beauty of nature and the way it guides us toward gratitude. Surrounded by streams, rocks, and trees, she shares how simple moments in nature can open our hearts, connect us to the God of our understanding, and shift our spirits for the day ahead.
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July 30, 2025 • 21 mins
In Part 3 of her powerful Soul Talks interview, Mert McNaughton opens up about the deeper layers of her path to building one of the most inclusive and dynamic salons in Birmingham, Alabama. Host Theresa Bruno invites Mert to reflect on the challenges she’s faced behind the scenes: navigating her healing journey, the emotional and financial strain of owning a business through the COVID shutdown, and the quiet strength it takes to ke...
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July 28, 2025 • 4 mins
In this heartfelt Small Talk, Theresa Bruno shares the deeply personal preface to her new book, He’s Not Coming Back: Rewriting Life After Loss. Born from a season of profound grief after the death of her husband, this book is Theresa’s story of surviving, questioning, letting go—and ultimately rewriting the narrative of her life. This isn’t just a story about loss. It’s a guide for anyone wondering how to begin again after everyth...
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July 23, 2025 • 22 mins
In part two of our powerful conversation with Mert McNaughton, we explore her journey from escaping a cycle of control to building one of Birmingham’s most inclusive and groundbreaking salons. Mert opens up about breaking free from family expectations, navigating career pivots, facing the challenges of entrepreneurship, and creating a movement rooted in love, resilience, and inclusion. This episode is a deep dive into the courage i...
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July 21, 2025 • 1 min
In this special bonus message, Theresa Bruno shares her deep gratitude following the release of her book He’s Not Coming Back. With heartfelt honesty, she reflects on the vulnerability of telling her story and the overwhelming impact of hearing from readers whose lives and hearts have been touched. This is a thank you to every one of you who has resonated with her words, shared your own journeys, and reminded her why survival tools...
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July 16, 2025 • 20 mins
In this powerful episode of The Soul Talks, Theresa Bruno sits down with longtime friend, hairstylist, and entrepreneur Mert McNaughton.Mert opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood marked by addiction and trauma to becoming a leader who builds a culture of encouragement and positivity. Together, they explore how her resilience, imagination, and drive helped her rise above challenges to lead a team of 24+ and inspire e...
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