GirlfriendIT Podcasts

Girlfriendit Radio with Patty and Lisa Fear, Faith, and a Fistful of Chocolate – Debora Coty and Lynn Roche Thursday, May 16, 2013 LIVE at 12pm EST on Toginet Radio Podcast will be available after show time on iTunes or check here at Girlfriendit Radio. Fear diminishes as understanding increases. What don’t you understand? I don’t know about you, but this question immediately takes me back to my childhood when I didn’t understand and my parents had to help “remind” me! Are you still scolding yourself with voices of fear rather than of faith? Unfettered fear leads to bigger problems such as worry, anxiety, and guilt, and that’s a lot to carry. We need to be intentional about deleting fear and following faith. It’s time to be refreshed and renewed, and ready to conquer our worries. You are not alone in this journey. Let’s help each other diminish our fears and get a better understanding of the role of faith. There is freedom! Our first guest this week on Girlfriendit Radio is Debora Coty, author of "Fear, Faith, and a Fistful of Chocolate", who addresses the heart needs of women worn down by everyday fears with her unique wit, wisdom, and humor. She likes to draw strength from the three G’s: God, Godiva, and Girlfriends. Amen to that! Later in the show we will be joined by Lynn Roche, of Hope Fiji. Don't miss this show! Diminishing Fear . . . with a fistful of chocolate!

Are you on the right path? What do others say you are good at? Who is living the life you most desire? If you knew you could not fail, what would you be doing? Here at Girlfriendit we want to help you Find It and Live It. Throughout the years we have been asked repeatedly what the "IT" on GirlfriendIt means. The "IT" reminds us to stay "In Truth". How does your mission in life measure up to God's word? Your "IT" is that divine sweet spot where you’re using your God given gifts, experiences, passion, and personality to make a dent in this world! When you read about it, it sounds easy, but discovering it and then living it can be frustrating and challenging. That is why we need our Girlfriends: to process it, to try it, to experience it with us! This week we have an expert Girlfriend who has found it and is living it so she can share it with us!! Don't miss IT! Laurie Beth Jones, best-selling author and motivational speaker, will join us this week on Girlfriendit Radio. She transforms lives one mission at a time through her visionary leadership programs and training products. We gobbled up her books, The Path and Jesus CEO!

Are you winning the "Oscar" for "Best Self Trash Talk"? Are you playing the role of “Best Unsupporting Actress”? Who is fabricating illusions in your mind? Who is stopping you from fully enjoying a life of purpose? YOU! It's time to kick that can, STOP the story, and retire all those negative thoughts you are telling yourself. Tip #1 - You get to choose the thoughts you think! Join us this week on Girlfriendit Radio as we share more tips on how to rewrite pages and even whole chapters in the ongoing story that is called your life! Start working towards a new reality; Potential is waiting for you.

Jesus told him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me." - John 14:6 This weekend a question was posed to me by Caleb, my son’s friend. He asked me if I thought one needs to know evil to know good. I guess the next question would be, "What is evil and what is good?" Do you ever wonder if anything is absolute anymore? Do truth and lies exist or is it all “grey” . . . up to each individual to ponder and interpret? Many of us bend the truth and transform it to fit into our own little boxes. Some people say if your intentions are good, then your actions are good. Others say that things that seem perfectly good to one culture, might seem totally evil to another. You can spin it and you can stretch it, but there is still right from wrong. Our family was split on the answer to Caleb’s question, but that is what makes great conversation. Join us in our dialogue of good and evil, truth and lies on this week's show. Pat McCalla is the Teaching Pastor at New Life and leads the community focused organization Hope Initiatives. He has worked with Food For The Hungry, launching their City Initiatives Program and also serves on the Advisory Board for Slavery No More. He has also recently co authored the book, Imagine 5:16. By the way, Truth is absolute!

Have you ever had one of those “God flashes” where you realize how incredible and intimate God really is? After being in my house for 22 years, my family and I moved this week. I had been struggling with the move and uncertain of so many decisions. I just wanted God to write on the wall to answer my prayers. Well, instead of writing on the wall, He did it through a song. There we were, my entire family sitting cross-legged on the carpet in the new house filled with nothing but echoes. It was completely empty with the exception of an iPod I'd decided to bring last minute so we could listen to music while praying over the house. Kevin, my hubby, began praying to ask God for a blessing over our new home and this great fresh adventure. In the middle of the prayer, Phillip Phillips' song “Home” began playing. To most this song might be just an ordinary song, but to me this was significant; it was as if God was whispering to all of us, “Thank you for honoring Me and asking Me to bless it . . . I’m going to make this place your home!” Through my tears I prayed that night, and it was one of the neatest overwhelming feelings of Love from Him. Listen in this week as we share more awesome God flashes with our guest Barb Pruitt. She has a zeal for life, for friendships, for the Kingdom of God, and for having FUN. She's God-Crazy and she's our kind of gal!

Wouldn't it be cool if everywhere you went you had your own marketing agent that would go before you to prep your "audience"? You know, someone to sell others on your strengths and talent and create a buzz of anticipation? It'd be kind of like what John the Baptist did for Jesus! Imagine how great a first impression you'd make because you had an advocate that paved the way. If this sounds like an exercise in narcissism, consider how being or having that agent could make voices heard that are trying to make a difference in this world. Learn more this week as we hear from Erik Lokkesmoe, the founder and buzz creator of Different Drummer, an agency for global entertainment brands and content. Different Drummer is aptly named; they've built an impressive list of clients through their dedication to "rethink everything" and “go different this time!” They say, “Great art, entertainment, and media should leave the audience a little better off than when they first entered the theater, turned on the iPod, or opened the book. Art doesn’t have to be happy or easy; it should, however, be a vehicle for recreation and re-creation, an echo of grace that reminds us what it means to be human and more than human.” Now that is creating a Buzz!!

Do you ever feel invisible? If we are honest, most of us would say we have experienced invisibility in some fashion; such as feeling alone in a crowded room, being ignored and overlooked, sensing someone is looking through you not at you, or having your voice silenced because it wasn’t loud enough or strong enough. Perhaps “invisible” hit you when a circumstance or status changed and you found yourself struggling for your identity. As women, we are wired for relationship. We need each other for encouragement, support, and community. It is easy to forget our worth, our value. We are caretakers and nurturers. Often we put our needs on hold and forget that we matter, too! Sometimes feeling invisible is a result of our own self inflicted insecurities or self esteem issues, but for many women, it is the result of being in an abusive relationship. These women are treated as invisible. They are told they are invisible. As a result, many retreat and go into isolation mode to survive. Is there hope? YES! On our show this week are two dynamic women, Annie Lobert of Hookers for Jesus and Maraion Douglas of MOMA’s House. Their stories are powerful and the hope they offer is real and visible. Their stories will remind us all that we do indeed have something invisible; we wear an invisible crown of royalty . . . because of Christ! And that, dear Girlfriends, is our identity! Jeremiah 31:3 “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." Here’s a great poem to remind us that we are valued.

What is the first thing you do in the morning? Honestly, our mornings look more like a mad dash than an intentional ease into the day. What if we began each day with a prayer of availability (God, how can you use me this day?)? What would be different about our day if only we took a few seconds to ask this significant question? We can always come up with excuses of “why” we don’t have time to join God where He is working and why we don’t have the time to share His story. Opportunities are all around us, if we just take the time to be aware. At Church recently, we were all given an envelope that had various denominations of money placed inside. We were challenged to go and release what was in our hand into our community with no strings attached and be a blessing to someone. Immediately, wanting to be a good steward of this “blessing”, prayers of availability were said and we were on high alert for God’s leading. It was a great opportunity to be a Relational Entrepreneur for Jesus! Here’s a couple of questions we want you to ponder and consider: • Do you avoid having conversations about Jesus or do you lean into them? • Are you actively looking for opportunities to join God? Listen in this this week to Girlfriendit Radio with our two Relational Entrepreneurs, Lori Wildenberg and Anne Milam – both authors – both intentional with relationships. Remember small can be beautiful! Small talk can lead to a relational revolution! Make a dent in your corner and let it BLOOM from there.

Unfortunately, our society screams for beauty and physical perfection. The media in America showcases beautiful females to promote the majority of products for sale. So what do we do? How can we stop being so “appearance focused?” We can start by listening to God’s truth that we are wonderfully created, (Psalm 139:14) then, say something positive about yourself. Hear from special guests, Wendy Smith and Rachel Dotzler

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” ~ Neal Donald Walsch When we think of comfort zones we think of ruts, routines, boredom, and predictability. Thinking outside the “zone” evokes an adrenaline rush or a sensation of being highly caffeinated! Excitement, adventure, and risk are the antithesis of comfort. It can be tempting to settle and snuggle into our comfort zones because of convenience, safety, and of course, comfort! But does life in those zones create memories and stories that you’ll be talking about in 25 years??? (It's all about the story, girlfriends!) Several years ago we were hosting a global trip for women in the jungles of Peru. We were asked if we wanted to take a walk into the jungle, complete with spiders and snakes. The adrenaline started to activate and we immediately said YES! Our guides led the way with machetes in hand as we followed with great anticipation. We were not disappointed. Along the way we met a boa constrictor that some of the natives said was friendly. Is that even possible? We were asked if we wanted to have them put it around our necks. Of course we said yes... our adrenaline was now off the charts! It was a moment - out of our comfort zone - and a story we are still telling today! What is waiting at the end of your comfort zone? Join us Thursday as we explore and take you on an adventure with Robin Gerblick, founder of Exodus Retreats.

How do I help someone become more fully human??? How can I help others integrate all areas of the human experience (social, cultural, spiritual)? How does my vocation fit into the mission of this world? If these kind of questions keep you up at night, listen in this week as Dale and Jonalyn Fincher, founders of Soulation, show us how they not only help individuals tackle these uncertainties but they help rejuvenate others with biblical truths. Dale and Jonalyn are speakers and authors and their latest book, Long Live the King, is out this month on Amazon! This month is a special time as we celebrate Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection. Listen to the show and let’s be intentional together as we prepare and become more whole, free, and as the Finchers say, “more fully human!”

We are sitting in the Miami Airport waiting for our flight, staring at the overhead TV monitor watching the celebrities walk the red carpet – it’s Oscar Night! Cameras are flashing, microphones are waving and the celebrities are poising for gawking onlookers and paparazzi. The world is watching . . . and so are we! One part of us is intrigued, the other is sad. Yet, we want to watch . . . only because it is convenient. It raises questions about our culture and our fascination with celebrities. We want to know what they are wearing, who they are with, and are they likable? Is this idolatry and perhaps a little narcissistic? What do we love? What do we value? What do we display on our own “red carpet” in life? We all have a red carpet that we walk that symbolizes the things we love and value. Are you absorbing the world’s values or Gods? In 2012, Bethany Jett won the Florida Christian Writers Conference Writer of the Year award. Her debut book, The Cinderella Rule, hits bookstores in Aprilof 2013. She is represented by Amanda Luedeke of the MacGregor Literary Agency. Bethany speaks to parents and teens, mentors students in her youth group, coaches cheerleading, and is raising three boys with her husband. Bethany will be chatting with Patty and Lisa - don't miss it! Join us this week on Girlfriendit Radio for a value added show!

I just read Arron Chambers’ blog on “Top 10 Things That Can Drain a Preacher”, and had a smile on my face the entire time. Whether you’ve been in ministry for a decade or a month, you can relate to some of these top 10 things, which were compiled from responses of his FB friends. They are hysterical and highly relatable. Aaron is a Pastor, Author, Speaker, Leadership Consultant, Marriage Coach, and Blogger! He will be on Girlfriendit Radio this week, and you do not want to miss him! {The following is excerpted from Arron Chambers’ blog.}
10 Drainers 1. When, after a sermon, someone from the congregation asks, “May I give you some constructive criticism?” 2. When, at a board meeting, a deacon says, “Let me play the Devil’s advocate.” 3. EGR’s: Extra Grace Required People. 4. Having to see your salary posted on the wall outside your office when you know that every other Elder and Deacon makes twice as much as you do and thinks that you are overpaid. 5. When someone approaches you and says, “The Lord told me to tell you…” 6. When, after a speaking engagement, someone hands you a check and says, “I hope this is enough.” For the record: This is a no win situation because if the guest speaker looks at his $50 check for delivering 3 sermons, a lesson, and preparing a small group lesson for a weekend church retreat and says, “No, that’s not enough,” you’re liable to immediately judge him as a preacher who is only in it for the money, but if he looks at it and says, “Sure, it’s enough,” you’ve forced him into a situation where he may have to be dishonest to not appear to be greedy. Just pay your guest speaker enough to cover his expenses, to recognize the value of his time with you and the time away from his family, and the amount of work it took to prepare for the event and I’m sure it will be enough. 7. When someone walks into your office without knocking or checking with your Administrative Assistant, sits down, and asks, “Preacher, you have a moment to talk?” 8. Those people in the church who turn every conversation into a benevolence request. 9. When you do a wedding for a young couple and they pay the DJ $1000, the photographer $1500, spend $500 for the cake, $5000 for the reception hall, $1000 on flowers, $2000 on a dress, but—a month after the wedding—send you a $25 gift card to Golden Corral as payment for doing their wedding. 10. When someone uses the Prayer Request Card to deliver a harsh and anonymous criticism. Can you relate? Listen in and let’s love better together!

This is one of the most touching and refreshing and inspiring stories I have read in a long time. If you had made this story up, I wouldn’t have believed it, but it’s true. We all need something to inspire us, and I promise you, this book will make you want to stand up and do something nice for people. What a wonderful and needed story for all of us. An Invisible Thread is fantastic.” Mike Huckabee
Former Governor of Arkansas,
Host of Fox News’ “Huckabee Show” Can “Love” truly change lives? We have never heard a story of love that didn’t lead to transformation. Stories are powerful and God uses them as His Stories. When we open our eyes and ears to them we see where we can fit into a story or make our own. Listen in to Girlfriendit Radio as we chat with Laura Schroff and the impact that love has made on two people because she chose to stop and give time to an 11 year old that was begging on the streets of New York. Now 25 years late, this meeting has turned into a friendship that has impacted not only their lives but so many around them. Laura has been featured on the Today show, Rachel Ray, Fox News Huckabee and several more top media news. But this week . . . listen to her from girlfriend to girlfriend.. Just Love . . . period.

The following is an excerpt of an article by Harmony Dust: So who am I? Does what I’ve done in the past define who I am in the present? What do I love? What are my dreams? At their core these are questions of identity and purpose. If we anchor ourselves in the truth, that what we have done is not who we are, then part of the process of picking up the pieces is determining what things that we are going to leave behind. Some of the things that used to “work” for us just don’t work anymore. Habits that don’t serve us. Thoughts that tear us down. Beliefs about who we are that hinder us. Old defense mechanisms that helped us survive at one point, but are not needed or helpful in the new life we are building. What circumstances cause you to retreat? What false beliefs are connected to these circumstances? Join us this week on GirlfriendIt Radio as we unpack more of these vital questions and get closer to discovering our authentic selves with Harmony Dust of Treasures Ministries. Don’t miss it!!

Love! Do we over-use and abuse this word – or – do we not use and demonstrate love enough in our lives? Patty has been candid with us about the pain surrounding the tragic death of her mother in recent shows and a piece of that story surfaced for her publicly last week with the death of the man who murdered her mother almost 13 years ago. My heart, and I am sure many other hearts resonate with the struggles Patty and Lisa have talked about before: How do we love those that are hard to love??? It is our commandment to love; specifically to love God and love others. What message are you communicating on a daily basis? What about when pain hits your path in life, is it harder to love? This week, Patty will be chatting with special guest, former Beatles manager Ken Mansfield. And the Beatles really wanted to give the world a message when they came out with the song, “All You Need is Love.” You won’t want to miss hearing former Beatles manager, Ken Mansfield’s fascinating story! His unique story touches a world of decadence and gives glimpse into a life of success that few people can fathom. And most poignantly a life that collides with a path of pain and comes crashing to the ground…to the foot of the cross, where he discovered love! Join us and listen in to this Thursday’s show. And connect with us via Facebook, Twitter or our website and share your stories of Love…we would love to hear them! Remember…Love is all we need!

What do the words holy sexuality stir in you? Do you believe that these words go together? Do you have a distorted view of God and your sexuality? Perhaps sin or past pain in your life has infested your heart and blocks the truthful view. What do you long for God to help you with or redeem with regards to your sexuality? If everyone is doing it, why should one save sex for marriage? Is masturbation a sin? Maybe this is a taboo topic for you… If not, listen to this week’s show with Patty and Lisa as they discuss holy sexuality with special guests Dale and Jonalyn Fincher founders of Soulation. They will unpack how a husband and wife can truly share themselves beyond an encounter of just heat and passion, but to the physical and spiritual interchange that comes from the mysteries that lay inside us. God never intended sex to be boring or a dull act of reproduction . . .

You were born to win, but to be a winner, you must plan to win, prepare to win, and expect to win. Zig Ziglar What’s your plan . . . · Spiritually · Ministry wise · Financially · Healthy wise · Professionally This is a question we seem to ask ourselves most often at the beginning of a new year when we are “planning” our year at a glance. Motivation is the highest at this time along with the desire to live a productive year and make it our best yet! But . . .do you know where you are going? If not, it is almost impossible to create a plan . . . a plan that will inevitably go nowhere. A few years ago, while sitting in a room full of people who were ready to learn how to create a Health Plan for a better life, a question was asked. We were asked to think of a number between 1 and 10 that best described our desire to live healthy. The facilitator then said, “If your number was not 9 or 10, you are not ready for ‘the plan’.” Desire accompanied with a strong determination is the thing – maybe the one thing to get your started. How determined are you to succeed at a goal and stay the course of the plan to see it through? We are all plagued by self-doubt, insecurities and setbacks. It is the determination to succeed and an unfaltering commitment to your goal that plays a huge part in success. Take our test. On a scale of 1 to 10, how determined are you to succeed this year at something? What is that one thing you have in mind (we know there are others) and what is your number? Are you ready to plan? Let’s talk more about this topic this week on Girlfriendit Radio with our special guest, Debbie Jones, Director of Spouse & Family Support | Stadia.

Girlfriendit is dedicating January to focus on holiness, so perhaps we should say, “Happy Holiness!!!” God says, "Be Holy for I am Holy." But what does that mean? In Romans 12:1, Paul urges us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices . . . setting us apart for His purpose. So how do we do this? We can begin by asking ourselves if and how we are allowing God’s Spirit to change the way we think. How are we renewing our minds for transformation? Each New Year offers a great time of refreshing; let’s set goals and choose Holiness to be expressed in every aspect of our lives. Goodbye, 2012 . . . Every Happy ending is just a New Beginning . . . P.S. Renew your mind this Thursday by listening to Girlfriendit Radio! With our guest, author and #1 New York Times Bestseller, William Paul Young.

How are you conveying to your team and to others the plan-the “IT” of what you do-the “Why” that keeps you going? Our ultimate goal in this life is to get closer to Christ, be an ambassador for Him, and to do His will. Basically, make a big deal about HIM! Our focus as we are building our teams and putting our plans in place is to make certain that the major decisions are based on building the Kingdom, not on personal interests. 
 
Matthew 6:33-34: "But seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, and all these 
things shall be added to you. And one great tip Patty and Lisa received from one of their prayer intercessors, Lynn, was to read and meditate on Psalm 90:12, 14-17. “Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days. Make us glad for as many days as you have afflicted us, for as many years as we have seen trouble. May your deeds be shown to your servants, your splendor to their children. May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us; establish the work of our hands for us-yes, establish the work of our hands.” As women definitely want to matter; we want to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. So what is the work He has for your hands? What is your plan of action to live out His plan for your life? Even in scripture it states where there is no vision/plan, the people will perish. Jesus continuously shared His plan and the benefits of the mission with all who would listen. Because He conveyed His plan and it contained truth and a bigger picture; people were willing to suffer and give their lives. Are you ready to map out your plan and share your plan of action with your team? God just might have something to grow in the palm of your hands. Let’s get our hands ready girlfriends!

“Hey, let’s connect some time” . . . How many times do we use that phrase without really thinking of how significant it is? We all communicate, but very few people actually connect. Have you ever wondered why certain people flourish in their jobs, organizations or ministries while you might feel stagnant or stuck? This week, Patty and Lisa chat with Christian wife, mother, writer and speaker Gillian Marchenko. Gillian writes and speaks to connect with other women about real life motherhood, stumbling faith, down syndrome, adoption, grace and a whole lot more. Her writing has been featured in MomSense Magazine, EFCA Today, Four Cornered Universe, The Tri-City Record, Chicago Parent, Story Bleed, Chicago Special Parent, Gifted for Leadership, Charlottesville Family, Connections Magazine, and Today’s Christian Woman. Also, hear who Patty and Lisa have sat next to recently. Listen and connect with us!

Christmas is supposed to be a magical time, a season of making memories and wonderful traditions. But this season of “memory-making-magic” also brings expectations; we expect to provide all the essential elements to deliver our “Peace-On-Earth-Good-Will-To-Men and whatnot . . . ”, and whopping case of anxiety is the result. How can Girlfriendit help you from NOT getting caught up in the nightmare of sweaty masses of feisty, elbowing crowds? Today Patty and Lisa chat with inspirational speaker, Michelle Renee Hogan who enjoys bringing women a relevant message in an unconventional way. She is sure to encourage, empower and remind us all how to stay focused this season. Don’t miss this show and the great tips to take into this Christmas season!

Are you facing the challenges of launching something new or trying to thrive where you are? Difficult times are inevitable on the journey of leading people and your vision. It is easy to get thrown off course by critics and complainers and take their words and actions personally. Do you face the struggles of staying the course and not merely surviving but actually thriving through it all? What about the challenges of raising a family, maintaining healthy friendships and squeezing in a personal life! In the midst of all of this, what is the thermometer of your spiritual vitality? This week on Girlfriendit Radio our special guest is Amy Bloye, who co-authored, It’s Personal: Surviving and Thriving on the Journey of Church Planting, with her husband, Brian. Our conversation will be very personal and will extend beyond the world of church planting into leadership planting. Listen as we lean into personal leadership challenges and offer practical tips for thriving where you are.

There were many general rules growing up that we have all become accustomed to, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” How about, “Live as if it is the last day of your life!” One adage or challenges was, “Do something New!” Why is it as we get older we tend to try fewer things and accept less challenges . . . especially those things that we already failed. So what can be the “NEW” in you? Go to college Run in a 5k Do something scary Volunteer You never know what adventure is waiting until you try something new. Let’s stretch ourselves and take a risk! Imagining the fabulous awards waiting! L and P Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 P.S. Try something New? Skip the pumpkin Latte (300 calories) and pumpkin muffin (600 calories) Try: Toast a Thomas’ Pumpkin Spice Bagel Thins, (125 calories) spread with a wedge of Laughing Cow Cinnamon Cream Cheese. Top with a Tbsp. chopped walnuts and add a nonfat latte! Go ahead . . . Spice It Up!

At the beginning of this year, Jeff Bethke became a household name when his YouTube video when viral. Have you seen it? By simply sharing his heart in a creative, innovative way, he managed to captivate his audience with a fabulous message. Some were appalled, some were fascinated…but all that listened had the opportunity to choose where their heart stood. Jeff broke down the concepts of religion vs. relationship. In Jeff’s poem, he highlights the difference between Jesus and false religion. Religion is man-centered; Jesus is God-centered. Jeff shares his journey to discover this truth: With Jesus, though you have humble confident joy because He represents you, you don’t represent yourself. His sacrifice is perfect, putting us in perfect standing with God. His video has had almost 23 MILLION views, and now we get the chance to hear more of his heart and his passion, straight from him in a live format. It’s a “Must Listen” show!

Today…Stop and encourage one person. It only takes you and me to make a difference. One by one we can change the world.” Russel H. Helwig Do you believe you can change the world? Do you see yourself as a world changer? Already, you may be feeling overwhelmed with those questions, but change happens one decision, one step at a time. And making a difference is a choice. Let’s step together in this direction of inspiration and change and listen to this week’s guest, Author, Speaker, and Leadership Guru, Russ Helwig. Helwig’s speaking engagements include Fortune 500 Companies and business groups, special interest groups, schools, students and churches. He brings fresh energy, inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams. Listen in this week and be inspired to act and let’s change the world one step at a time.

The truth of the matter, one is the loneliest number . . . and success comes in twos and threes, it never comes alone. According to research conducted by Dr. Phil, Psychologist and TV Host, there was a study of over 1,000 cases of thriving individuals in their chosen fields . . . none of them became successful alone. Each person shared that they were surrounded with a great team in attaining such a high level of achievement. This week Patty and Lisa chat with speaker, author and visionary leader, Nancy Beach. For over 20 years, Beach served as the Programming Director for Willow Creek Community Church in suburban Chicago. Beach is driven to see herself and others flourish in ministry-in community-in their personal lives. Listen with us and let’s learn from Nancy Beach and be encouraged to seize moments in our everyday life and reach our full potential as children of God—of course never alone!

What do you put first in your life? God says to put first things first and in Matthew 6:33 it says to seek Him first! Sounds so simple doesn’t it? Yet it’s so easy to seek our closest Starbucks and our best girlfriend first. Or maybe it’s our “To-Do List”, or maybe we even grab hold of our worries and anxieties first. What do you tend to choose first? This week Patty and Lisa are talking about First Things First and will be talking with special guest, Barbara Willis. At the age of eighteen, Barbara Willis received a “call” upon her life to educate, encourage and empower others to be all God intended them to be when she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Currently Willis is serving the vision of the Treasure House, a new venture by Kurt and Brenda Warner. Treasure House is the vision of Kurt and Brenda Warner, who believe that all people, regardless of ability, have a purpose and call for their life, and are able to participate in meaningful and challenging activities, establish personal relationships, and contribute to society when provided with appropriate supports and opportunities. Hear more about this new venture and Willis’s adventure to continually put FIRST THINGS FIRST!

God entered into this world using a woman to hold His secret (Luke 1:26-35), and left the world sharing first with a woman to behold His secret! (Matthew 28:9-10) Yes, God empowers us women everyday! Many times we are not even aware of this empowerment; we simply don’t take the time to ask God where we can participate with Him. Do you recognize where God is empowering you girlfriend? This week Patty and Lisa chat with two women who are embracing God’s empowerment and participating with God in their communities. First, hear from Cathi Herrod, President of Center for Arizona Policy. The Center for Arizona Policy promotes and defends the foundational values of life, marriage and family and religious liberty. This passionate-empowered woman will inspire you! Then hear from Sheryl Cooper, the wife of “shock-rocker” Alice Cooper. Together Alice and Sheryl have founded the Solid Rock Non-Profit Organization and they have partnered with Genesis Church to open The Rock at 32nd Street. The grand opening of this full-service community center is coming up October 6, 2012. Alice and Sheryl exclaim that, “Solid Rock’s primary goal is to help meet the spiritual, economical, physical, and social needs of teenagers and children in our community.” Sheryl’s empowered heart will rock you girlfriend! Listen with us and let us be encouraged to embrace the areas of empowerment! For God has empowered us!

Adoption is a hot topic these days in our culture. Are we willing to pay the price to help make a difference in the life of a child? It really takes a village to raise our children…are you stirred to help and get involved? The need is great and Patty and Lisa encourage you to get involved and learn more about Foster Care and Adoption in your area. Listen to this week’s show and hear from Michelle Thorne, who has written a book about her story about her journey as a birth mother. Delivered, My Harrowing Journey as a Birthmother is a book for anyone who has been touched by adoption and this show is for you if you desire to learn more about the adoption process and be moved to act and celebrate adoption as a gift.

Are you raising young boys? Do you desire for them to become all that God intended them to be? Do you find it hard at times to navigate through this world encouraging the boys in your life to be more like Christ? How do we help shape their character? What skills do we need to help them on their paths towards good moral character? Today Patty and Lisa are chatting with three remarkable men who are making a difference in the lives of many by steering men towards godliness. First, hear from the heart of Ryan Russell, current board member of XXXChurch, who is quoted in a recent article, “I want my boys to experience guilt free, addiction free, sexually monogamous and pleasing future with their wives. That future starts now by teaching them through how to make good choices. It's daily instruction in the world we live in.” And then Brian Mills and Nathan Wagnon will be sharing their passion and current ministry with details from their book titled, Checkpoints. Listen with us and let’s glean some new skills. Be challenged to equip and empower the young men in your life.

Do you know your EQ? Have you taken an Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Test? You can take these tests here: Long quiz 45min:: http://goo.gl/Yppm6 Short quiz: http://goo.gl/3WOIn Are you aware what situations generally create tension and stress for you? How do you handle these situations? Are you aware what brings you great joy and meaning in your life? Are you doing these things purposefully; or have you lost your purpose? And are negative thoughts often plaguing you? Are these true pictures of reality? Research indicates that an individual’s success at work is 80 percent dependent on emotional quotient and only 20 percent dependent on (IQ)….Does this mean that IQ will get us through school and EQ will get us through life? Test your Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and then join Patty and Lisa this week as they unpack why this is so important in leading our life of influence. Let’s move together towards leading with greater effectiveness, happiness and fulfillment in our lives!

Where is your circle of influence? What is God currently doing in the circle you are in? Are you seeing a need? Could God have a plan to use you to fill that void? Patty and Lisa are passionate about rallying women to do the remarkable within their own circles. They currently rally women through relationships and resources and encourage women to: Start small but move forward! Create a plan – even if it is just for a day! Bring others in with you! This week Patty and Lisa chat with Nathan George, founder of Trade As One, a Fair Trade company. Nathan George responded to his conviction and seeing the need for practical action on behalf of the global poor. Trade As One seeks to transform the lives of poor producers in the developing world by enabling them to use their skills and resources to work their way out of poverty. Hear how Nathan George and his team have set goals and achieved success in filling the void. Be encouraged to see and act on filling the void in your own life. Listen to the show, fill your cup and fill the void with us!

We just got done watching Olympians conquer remarkable goals, are you one of those energized girlfriends jumping off of the couch to try your own Olympic remarkable? It is contagious isn’t it? This week on Girlfriendit Radio, Patty and Lisa are asking the question, “What does it take?” What does it take to accomplish the remarkable in a world of dysfunction, brokenness, unmet expectations and disappointments? Are we busy looking at others going for the gold and believing the lie that they have something that we don’t have (okay, yes-our gifts look different. I will not be taking to the Olympic stage for my gymnastic abilities—but I still have my own God-given gifts and you have yours.) Are we staying energized to use them? So, maybe it is not what we have but what we do with what we have? Patty and Lisa will be chatting with two energizing girlfriends who are doing the remarkable in their lives. First, hear from Cammie Spence who has led successfully in a male dominated culture. Cammie has lived overseas and has a career in the US military. Then, hear from Gina McDonough, a fitness enthusiast with 30 years of experience in personal training and group fitness instructor. Gina is a personal trainer certified with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and works with clients with special needs and those who have survived cancer. Don’t miss the energy beyond our sips of caffeine!

“People need to be reminded more than they need to be instructed.” Patrick Lencioni shared these words with us and many other thousand of listeners last week who attended the Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit. Are you curious about other bits of energizing truth that were recorded? Here are a few notes and quotes recorded: Patty and Lisa love to de-brief after conferences like this and that is just what they are going to do again this week as they debrief in their ‘virtual-radio-radius’ and wonder and ponder aloud: 1. Is the church the hope of the world? 2. Is it possible to have two leaders? 3. How do we energize others to participate in God’s mission? 4. How do we get healthy ministries or organizations? Grab your coffee, and get ready to take some great notes—something is bound to inspire and energize you….and it will be more than your coffee.

So why would this ‘Mommy Porn’ Book full of softcore BDSM make the New York Times Best Selling list? From London to Arizona women are discussing this book that has already been banned in libraries in 3 states. Patty and Lisa think it is important as women in leadership to be aware of the culture around us. We want to be able to have conversations with our neighbors and co-workers, but does that mean we should read the book? Patty and Lisa jump into a conversation about this with Jonalyn Fincher co-founder of Soulation. Dale and Jonalyn Fincher are the co-founders of Soulation, and have worked seven years, side-by-side, as a national husband-wife speaking and writing team. With three graduate degrees between them (Philosophy of Religion and Ethics and Performing Arts), they wed Jesus' words to the thirsty souls of today. The Finchers’ previous books include Living with Questions, Ruby Slippers and Coffee Shop Conversations. Their work has been featured in Christianity Today, UnChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal. Listen to the show with us and lets get a fresh perspective! Don’t miss it but remember it is PG 13 if you have little ones in the room. And for those who are naïve as us…BDSM stands for Bondage, Discipline, Dominance, and Submission.

Does prayer influence and impact your life? Do you experience God doing unexplainable things in your life? Patty and Lisa are going to chat it up about this topic of prayer with two special guests on today’s show. First hear from Kirsten Snary, the director of women’s ministry and children’s ministry (K-6) at North Bible Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. Kirsten’s passion is helping others know how incredibly loved they are by God. Hear how prayer has radically affected Kirsten’s life. And you don’t want to miss the conversation with Tami Engram either. Tami is the Director of Women’s Ministry at Desert Springs Community Church in Goodyear, Arizona. Her husband, Steve of 22 years is the pastor at Desert Springs Community Church and they have ministered there together for the past 18 years. Tami is passionate about connecting women both with God and one another. Hear how prayer has impacted this God-given passion. Listen to this week’s show and hear how women in leadership are unleashing the power of prayer in their lives and ministry. Glean from these remarkable women and be encouraged to experience the power of God through prayer in your own life. Listen and pray with us!

Has the volume been turned up in your home this summer with kids out of school and home for the summer? Or are you so focused on a current deadline that you cannot even hear your own thought? How do you handle the volume? There is definitely a time for quiet—but in all things we do, there is a time to turn up the volume and listen to those around us. God intends for us to listen and learn from others. This week Patty and Lisa chat with Jeremy Jernigan, Worship Arts Pastor at Central Christian Church. Jernigan has written the book CrowdSourcing the Message: Engaging People in the Church for Powerful and Effective Teaching to the Church and he will be talking with Patty and Lisa about this relatively new concept of ‘crowdsourcing.’ Whether we are in pursuit of planning things at home, work, or at church it is beneficial to collaborate and learn from others. Join the crowd this week. Listen to the conversation with Jernigan and learn to CrowdSource with us!

What I thought was normal is really not normal after all? Does this even matter? With the change of seasons and things heating up outside, am I the only girlfriend with questions like these mulling over in my head? I didn’t think so…it is actually normal to assess our lives. We may experience frustration if we seek perfection in our lives; yet, God has planted a longing for perfection in every human heart—a longing only God can fulfill. Join Patty and Lisa this week as they chat with their friend, and author of The Shack, Wm Paul Young. Did you know Young never planned to publish a book? Be inspired to focus on what matters most in your life—listen with us this week. Be ready to inhale what matters most about Jesus and the relationships we share in this life and exhale all that doesn’t matter. Grab your coffee and glean from Young’s perspective to live one moment at a time and that everything that does matter in our lives is perfect!

Girlfriendit Radio with Patty and Lisa Surprised By Grace – Pastor Tullian Thursday, May 31, 2012 Special Guests: Pastor Tullian LIVE at 12pm EST on Toginet Radio Podcast will be available after show time on iTunes or check here at Girlfriendit Radio. Maybe you’ve been asking yourself some questions lately. Questions like: Am I missing something? I’m not sure who I am or where I fit? Is there more to my life, work or ministry? If you have…you are not alone! Patty and Lisa chat with Pastor Tullian who understands questions like these. Tullian is the Pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and is also the grandson of world evangelist Billy Graham. Pastor Tullian has authored a number of books including Jesus + Nothing = Everything (Crossway). He speaks at conferences throughout the U.S., and his sermons are broadcast daily on the radio program LIBERATE. Listen as Pastor Tullian shares with Patty and Lisa his passion of seeing people set free by the radical, amazing power of God’s grace. The conversation may just answer some questions and surprise ya!

Are you ready to be motivated and inspired to lead below the surface? Does your heart yearn to serve, give, and help build up those around you? Yep…you are not alone! Patty and Lisa share this heartbeat and are chatting with some remarkable leaders on this week’s show. Listen in as they zero in on Leadership Below the Surface, and chat with Yoga teacher and online magazine publisher, Lisa Kneller who is encouraging, motivating and inspiring others to live their potential – especially in the second half of life. And don’t miss the young, exuberant best friend duo, Sky Mellinger and Caitlin Garcia who are the Owners and “Head Designers” of Chaemarique Hats! They promote personal style and uniquely whimsical designs. They love to not only express themselves through simplicity and design but as they call it – wearable art. http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChaemariqueMILLINERY

The problem is, when we point fingers and begin Christian bashing, gay bashing or freckle bashing . . . “it” will not get better! How do we stop the attacks? How do we have a paradigm shift to know that we are not the Holy Spirit, we are simply humans in the flesh here on earth to love and follow the teachings of Jesus? Join us as we welcome our guests, Christopher Yuan and his mother, Angela Yuan, who will be real and raw with their journey from HIV to HOPE positive! This is a delicate subject matter, but the Yuans will share their heart… without pointing fingers! It only gets better when we allow the Holy Spirit to work in us and through us as we each seek holiness.

Who are we listening to? What are we assuming? How are we parenting? What are we passing on? Do we allow our children to read Twilight, Harry Potter and Hunger Games? Do we let our society and the school system alone teach our kids values? Intrigued? Random questions perhaps, intentional dialogue in store on Girlfriendit Radio as Patty and Lisa chat with special guests, – Angelique LaFon-Cox and Maile Weigele. Angelique LaFon-Cox will be sharing news about the The Huggabear Children's Project, and Maile Weigele with a son of her own and her experience working at Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be stirring up some great questions and dialogue. Listen in with us!

What if that last call or text you received was from God himself? How would you respond? Listen to the show today and be challenged to pick up! Take the call-answer the text; quit screening and fight the contagious complacency germs that linger and accept His call. (Matt 4:19). Patty and Lisa chat with special guests Shelia Jones and Allen McCray today and each of these guests have received the call and are acting on their call! Shelia Jones is a pastor’s wife, mother, teacher, and author. She became a disciple of Jesus as a child but later experienced the Lord in a life-transforming encounter. After this revival, God called her into a teaching and writing ministry where she passionately shares her testimony and the truths learned from daily hours in prayer. Allen McCray is the founder of Life Impact, and holds graduate degrees in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling as well as many certifications for LIFE coaching through TTI in Scottsdale, AZ. He is a husband, father, grandfather, Business owner, and former pastor who helps people hear and follow their own call. Listen with us and let’s take the call—the call to relationship and get involved in something bigger than ourselves.

Girlfriendit Radio with Patty and Lisa What Do You Value?– Dale and Jonalyn Fincher Thursday, April 19, 2012 Special Guests: Dale and Jonalyn Fincher LIVE at 12pm EST on Toginet Radio Podcast will be available after show time on iTunes or check here at Girlfriendit Radio. What do you value? What is the motto for running your home…your life? We all have both declared and undeclared values of operation for our lives and homes. As mothers…and quirky ones at that…we each have a “saying” or soul talk that we have felt led to share with our children and those in our circles. Listen and hear Patty and Lisa’s quirky phrases or soul talk that they have passed down along the way. Also, hear the soul talk that Patty and Lisa have with creative communicators and out of the box thinkers, Dale and Jonalyn Fincher. Dale and Jonalyn Fincher are authors, speakers and founders of Soulation. Dale and Jonalyn Fincher travel the country talking with audiences about the God who loves broken, questioning men and women. Listen and be challenged to see the truth in your everyday life and talk about the God who loves us, sharing Him with those around you.

Are you allowing God to use your story? At what point do you let go of your story and let it be a “God story?” Join Patty and Lisa this week as they talk with Gracia Burnham and hear her story that is none other than a “God story.” Gracia Burnham has authored two books, In The Presence Of My Enemies, and To Fly Again. In her books, Burnham shares her real-life, God story. It’s a story of faith, hope and struggle amidst the most gripping of extraordinary and difficult circumstances. You don’t want to miss hearing this story—be inspired to let God’s story be your story. We can all see “His-story” in the making!

Join Patty and Lisa this week as they put on their love glasses with special guest, singer and songwriter, Beckah Shae, as well as comedian Kerri Pomarolli. Have you heard Beckah Shae’s song titled, “Love Glasses?” Are you aware of the lenses you hypothetically wear as you view the world and people around you? Beckah Shae is literally getting us rocking while expressing her love for God through her music. And Kerri Pomarolli is literally making us laugh as she expresses her love for God through her comic stand ups. Don’t miss this chance to hear these women and be inspired to love and see life and others through a different lens—a love lens. Listen and look through those love glasses with us!

What will it take to “rock your smile” or even the smile of a child? What makes us smile, not just on the outside, but from the inside out? Get ready to be inspired to smile from the inside out with this week’s show! Patty and Lisa will be chatting with two special guests; Mary Rice Hopkins who has spent her career as a Christian musician/song writer/entertainer for children and adults; and Amber Singleton Riviere who provides resources to help people build lives by design rather than default. She also has a heart for kids in foster care and has created unique resources and programs. Listen with us and be motivated to rock your smile!

Overwhelmed? Are you frustrated by what’s piling up in your life? Maybe the piles have multiplied, leaving you staring at a sea of mountains. Sometimes after we recognize God’s great plans for us we get overwhelmed along the way; finding ourselves staring at the mountains ahead. Are you there? Join Patty and Lisa as they chat with singer/song writer Jeff Senour who founded CTS (Consider the Source) Music. As well as author speaker, Jennifer Maggio who founded The Life of a Single Mom Ministry. Both guests have undoubtedly climbed and rocked mountains with God and are living the life God has called them to live. Listen and be inspired to take the steps you need to around, through or up the mountains before you; for with God, all things are possible (Matthew 19:26).

Leaving Footprints! Join Patty and Lisa as they chat with three amazing women who are using their God given gifts—looking beyond any of their own weaknesses or life’s set-backs to be used by God in very unique ways. It is going to be a jam-packed show with lots of fun conversations with, Jamie Weik, Executive producer of Girlfriendit Radio; Melissa Richardson, Children’s Ministry Administrator for Church for the Nations, and Sandy. Do you struggle with looking beyond your past defeats or current circumstances, and seeing the great plans that God has for you? Well, girlfriend be encouraged—you are not alone, we all struggle with seeing beyone and walking in the prosperous paths that God has paved for us from time to time! Grab your platform shoes, high heels, or just put those tired feet up and listen with us. Let’s rise above our circumstances and make some footprints in this world!

Stephen Baldwin joins Patty and Lisa! An actor, author, and radio host, Stephen Baldwin chats it up. Baldwin was a successful opera singer. He played in shows like Kate and Allie, Family Ties, and the television series The Young Riders. After TV roles he moved on to film: The Beast, Last Exit to Brooklyn, Born on the Fourth of July as well as Barney Rubble in the Flinstones in Viva Rock Vegas. He has been seen on many reality television shows from his role in The Mole ABC to Donald Trumps Celebrity. He is an author of several books, radio host and in the middle of making a movie called "Starting Over". Stephen is an advocate for justice and his faith. Also joining in the conversation will be Maria R A Yano, founder of AGProjects? Maria wanted to make a movie called Starting Over. It’s a story about the ultimate forgiveness with redemption and hope, and a walk with God for those involved with the murder of a man's son. From the beginning of this project, God has provided Maria with favor. She was expecting it to be a low budget film. . . But God had other plans. From the beginning, of this project, Maria wanted Stephen Baldwin to work on the film with her, but had no idea how to connect with him. . . God worked that out as well . . . Listen with us and see what faith has to do with it!

First hear Lori Regneir, founder of Starbright Foundation, , Executive Director of Career Connectors, where their mission is to connect real people with real careers. Jessica is a professional speaker, trainer and consultant with expertise in organizational development, career transition, recruiting and hiring. Jessica also owns Accelerated Team Dynamics, a company dedicated to identifying God-given talents of managers, employees and staff and placing them in the right positions to be used in the marketplace. Don’t miss Lori and Jessica’s nuggets of information and be sure to sip your coffee during commercial breaks because these girls know how to talk both business and make you laugh!

First, Patty and Lisa chat with husband and wife team, Scott and Sandy Tremp. Scott is an ordained minister and holds a Master’s degree in Counseling. The Tremps are also life and relationship coaches, authors, educators, and public speakers. Hear about their latest material titled, Surviving Life. Scott and Sandy will share some tips on dealing with life’s disappointments and difficulties…and not only how to survive but thrive! Then, back with Patty and Lisa is former, pastor, counselor and founder of Life Impact, Allen McCray. McCray has held many transformational seminars and workshops. Listen to him share the keys to living a fulfilling life! Get ready girlfriends! Let’s listen and be inspired to not only survive our lives, but thrive!

You may have see author, Rebecca Nichols Alonzo on the Dr. Phil Show, CNN or the 700 Club. And Patty and Lisa are honored to have her as their next guest on today’s show titled Forgive and Find Freedom! Forgiveness is really such a delicate topic these days with wounds hidden deep in the hearts of many. Surrendering to this call of forgiveness as Christ has also forgiven us, can be a painful process for an already painful situation. Do you struggle with choosing to forgive? Have you experienced the freedom that comes with letting go and letting God? Well, you are not alone girlfriend! You won’t want to miss this compelling story about forgiveness and the freedom found in letting go and letting God. Join us and let your heart be motivated to choose forgiveness and find freedom!

They are back to share their redemptive story! You may have seen our next guests Bryon and Julie Widner, the true story behind the MSNBC documentary “ErasingHate.” In addition to having a documentary made about their journey, The Widners have been interviewed for various newspapers and radio broadcasts across the country as well as shared their stories with Dr. Phil and Inside Edition. You don’t want to miss this story about the transformation and redemption found in their journey out of the violent skin-head culture into a new life of deep faith and love. You are sure to be inspired to a place of hope—and a realization that even the darkest places of our lives can be changed. Join us and hear how God’s love can penetrate the darkest circumstances and Redeem It!

WOW! You will be amazed at the transformations discussed on today’s show. First, Patty and Lisa chat with Julie Hyzdu who transformed a painful journey into a prosperous business that benefits other cancer patients. You may have seen the article in AZCentral last summer talking about her “rapidly growing enterprise," of PoppyPocket. Then don’t miss Patty and Lisa’s talk with Nicky VanValkenburgh, author of “Train Your Brain.” Hear about Nicky’s remarkable transformation with brain training specifically for ADHD and learn more about how you can utilize brain training and transform your own life! Don’t miss this empowering show on how to transform it!

Are you listening to His nudge? Be encouraged to hear and follow through with what God’s calling you to do and listen in on today’s show. First, hear author, Lynn Rush’s story and how she took baby steps after feeling the nudge to write. Discover some amazing new books to read and be inspired to listen for your own nudge. Then Patty and Lisa will chat with Donna Lee Schillinger, the president and founder of On My Own Now Ministries, which encourages faith, wise life choices and Christ-likeness in young adults during the transition to living on their own. Donna is the author of On My Own Now: Straight Talk from the Proverbs for Young Christian Women who Want to Remain Pure, Debt-free and Regret-free and edited the new anthology Purity’s Big Payoff/Premarital Sex is a Big Rip-off. She is also publisher of two free, monthly online magazines: Genuine Motivation: Young Christian Man and Single! Young Christian Woman. In addition, Donna owns a small editing and publishing company, The Quilldriver, and serves as editor of a quarterly Spanish newsletter, Mensajero de Esperanza, a publication of Christian Triumph Company. Donna also works with Christian Triumph Company in outreach coordination, which took her to Paraguay and Peru in 2011. Take a deep breath, and be inspired by today’s special guests...prepare your heart to listen to His nudge!

Catch the Fever! Listen to Patty and Lisa chat about Contagious Leadership this Thursday! First, hear from special guest, Allen McCray, with Life Impact, who will explain why it is important to understand your own personality style, as well as the personality styles of those around you. McCray will inspire and encourage you to develop instant rapport and influence with those in your circle. Then Patty and Lisa will chat with Best Selling Author, and motivational speaker Laurie Beth Jones. You are sure to glean great insight into what makes a contagious leader as Jones talks about her visionary leadership programs and her upcoming e-book. Listen and lead with us! We all lead somewhere—be inspired, and be inspiring; allow others to catch the fever as you lead contagiously!

Cancer Survivor/Pilates Instructor, Rene Brackney. Hear how she has managed the trials in her life and keeps a positive outlook even when things seem dim. Then you may have seen our next guests Bryon and Julie Widner the true story behind the MSNBC documentary “ErasingHate.” In addition to having a documentary made about their journey, The Widners have been interviewed for various newspapers and radio broadcasts across the country as well as shared their stories with Dr. Phil and Inside Edition. The Widners were unable to be on our show at the last minute, but we talked about their transformation and redemption found in their journey out of the violent skin-head culture into a new life of deep faith anyway! Don’t miss it—Plunge into 2012 with us and grab a fresh perspective on your life!

Mark Moore Joins Patty and Lisa for today’s show and hear them talk to Mark Moore, professor of the New Testament at Ozark Christian College since 1990. In September of 2008 he was awarded a PhD from the University of Wales for his work on the politics of Jesus. Mark has authored a number of books, mostly on the life of Christ (also Acts and Revelation). Mark is a speaker noted for his passion for the lost and his participation in completing the great commission of Christ. His goal is to make Jesus famous. Listen with us—we are bound to be inspired and feel the sunshine radiating from this chat!

Roma Downey and Terri Mitchell Join this inspirational conversation with Roma Downey who played Monica in hit TV show, Touched By An Angel. Roma has just released an educational and biblical DVD series for preschoolers. www.littleangels.com Terri Mitchell is the Woman's Basketball Coach for Marquette University. She shares great leadership and inspirational tips in leading and creating a dynamic and successful team (specifically women. Get ready to take notes!

Listen to Patty and Lisa chat with women putting their passion in their ministries. First, hear Pastor Barb Pruitt from Faith Builders Church in Phoenix and hear about her vision to minister to young girls and how it is coming to fruition in her ministry, Esther’s Court. Then hear from Central’s Student Ministry Pastor, Bri Johns and hear her heart about ministering to our teens. Grab your favorite cup of the season and join us. You don’t want to miss these heart to heart conversations with these women of God.

Listen in on Thursday, November 17, to get the latest on how Sheryl Cooper, wife of rock legend Alice Cooper, leads in her sphere of influence. Her circle consists of many household names that have had an impact in our culture, including Aerosmith, The Bee Gees and Peter Frampton, just to name a few. Then discover with Patty and Lisa tips to unlock the power of God in you with Allen McCray founder of LifeImpact. Allen says that the" key to living a fulfilling life is understanding how we think, why we feel certain things, why we react in different ways to different people and different situations." You don't want to miss this show! Let's learn together how to unlock our full potential and make an impact in our own circles in this world.

There is no getting around it—some time in our life we are all going to be struck with grief. How do you work through it and is there hope? Listen in as Patty and Lisa chat with some amazing women and their different journeys through grief. First hear from Chrystal Gellner who knows firsthand the devastation of loss, specifically the loss of children. Today she shares her journey of processing the loss of four children and how she walked through the journey asking, “Why does God allow these things to happen?” Then Patty and Lisa chat with the founder of Severson Sisters, Carrie Severson and discuss the ins and out of bullying these days. Listen to the research Carrie has found and what she is doing about it…you don’t want to miss this show!

Girlfriendit Radio with Patty and Lisa You don't want to miss this Thursday's show! Hear Patty and Lisa chat with three special guests. First--all of you Breaking Dawn fans--meet actor Kellan Lutz's mother, Karla Pope. Karla is passionate about her 6 children and a prayer advocate for Moms In Touch. Breaking Dawn, the newest in the series will open November 18. Let’s talk behind the scenes! Then hear about author Jim Chapman breaking the news with his latest book titled "The Night After Christmas." Get ready for the season with us and hear about this new book and upcoming events with author Jim Chapman. You also don't want to miss our very own triple AAA gal! Shannon Puckett will share how just the act of showing up can demonstrate that you are taking a stand. Join us girlfriends...it's gonna be a REMARKABLE show!

Do you realize that you are wired for a purpose? Do you hunger to find it and live it out? Listen to today’s show and hear about how two individuals have found their purpose and are vibrantly living out their purpose. Patty and Lisa chat with actress and model Nancy Stafford, and producer Justin Hunt.

Today on Girlfriendit Radio, Patty and Lisa chat with two women just like you and me who make the transition from passion to purpose look easy. Listen with us and be inspired to not just dabble in your passions but jump in with both feet. Be both reminded that it does take hard work to morph your passions and encouraged that you are not alone in your fears that go along with possessing passions. Hear from real girlfriends who are living the dreams that God gave them and be encouraged that even amongst their living the dream they still have highs and lows—good days and bad days. Be reminded that we can’t get too excited about the victories nor too low about the disappointments that are bound to come our way! Let us hear words of wisdom from these girlfriends and hold onto their encouraging words. After listening to these girlfriends they reminded me of the encouragement I heard from God in His Word not that long ago. These are words that Solomon heard from his father that I have since taken as my own—they can be yours too! Be strong and courageous, and just do the work before you. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work God has planned for you to do is finished! (1 Chron 28:20)

Unstoppable! Overcoming Adversities and Living with Impact! Two Special Guests join Patty and Lisa: Judy Robles and Amira Birger Thursday, October 13,2011 Live at 12 EST on Toginet.net Podcast after show time As women we each face unique challenges in life whether through decisions we have made or one’s imposed on us by others. You’ll hear two different stories of tragedy and triumph that will tug at a mother’s heart! You’ll just have to listen to know what we’re talking about! Grab your computer . . . we’re are expecting you!

Comedian, Kerri Pomarolli joins Patty and Lisa for girlfriend time that is real and laughable! You may have seen her acting on television and film, doing her stand up act in clubs or churches; or you've been watching her on The Tonight Show, Comedy Central, Lifetime, Fox or ABC...  We are excited to have our special friend Kerri Pomarolli share private girlfriend time with us-and we want to share it with you! ***** Forget the make-up, let the eyebrows remain un-waxed and come download this week’s radio show! Patty and Lisa decide to focus on making the world a better place with one girlfriend and one giggle at a time with their girlfriend and comedian, Kerri Pomarolli. You may have seen Kerri acting on television and film, doing her stand up acts in both clubs and churches, or you’ve been watching her on the Tonight Show, Comedy Central, Lifetime, FOX, or ABC—and you may have just seen her being herself and loving on girlfriends sitting in the outskirts of life—she is just that SUPER and HILARIOUSLY FUNNY! Only with girlfriends can we sit and chat about life and just laugh! Whether they are chatting about marshmallows and all the ways to eat them and bribe our kiddos with them or how to make an impact in the lives of women during their latest women’s Regenerate conference…these girls just can’t help but giggle! Kerri, just brings a breath of fresh air and will encourage you in your life as a woman whether you are a mother with little ones at home or you need some tips to relate to the girlfriends in your own world. Kerri is just one of those girlfriends you want to be more like because she gets you laughing and shines Jesus by bringing love and laughter to those women on the outskirts of life. Listen to how she just really gives women permission to laugh…and please do just that…LAUGH with us and remember to be Jesus to those on the outskirts of your life! http://www.kerripom.com/ http://www.youtube.com/user/kerripom

Get a pen and paper or your computer ready to take notes! Great tips and tricks for effectively influencing others for Christ . . . and impacting our culture through media.Our First Guest: Arron Chambers, author of Eats with Sinners Eats with Sinners introduces a biblical model for evangelism--building relationships like Jesus did one meal (or cup of coffee) at a time. In Jesus' day, eating with someone was a way to acknowledge that person as an equal. Religious leaders considered it unthinkable for a Jewish teacher to eat with people who were common, even unclean. But Jesus cared more about saving souls than saving face. How can you be more intentional with building relationships? Our Next Guest: Erik Lokkesmoe on Hollywood, Marketing, and Influencing the Good, the True, and the Beautiful! Erik is the founder and principal of Different Drummer. (www.differentdrummer.com) This LA and NYC-based agency has become the premier unconventional marketing and mobilization agency for world-class brands. From Universal Pictures to the Jonas Brothers, Walt Disney Motion Pictures to the National Urban League, ABC Television to Harper, Warner Brothers Records to the National Fatherhood Initiative, best-selling author Mitch Albom to chart-topping band Owl City, Participant Media to Chris Rock. Different Drummer creates successful high-touch, high-tech campaigns and platforms for clients hoping to win in the most cluttered and confusing marketplace in history. Erik's new book “Upended” arrives in bookstores in early 2012.

What keeps you highly motivated in life and living it to the fullest? We recently received an email from a girlfriend who lives in Seattle asking what keeps us motivated amidst the mundane. Her question took us on a journey inside to peel back to think this through. What does keep us or anyone else motivated through the valleys and peeks in life? As women, leading and staying motivated is difficult – because life happens and when it does it can take us off track and distracted. During our show we will be asking some questions like: ? How do I stay positive when things get crazy? ? How do I juggle all my cute hats (friend, counselor, referee, philosopher and disciplinarian) to live focussed and still have fun? ? How do I keep the big picture when the small things are eating me alive? Join us as we also hear from Patty of how she escapes into her land far, far away for motivation where sweat and swim goggles are an every day celebration. By contrast, Lisa would rather ride and let the engine run for her, wearing a different kind of goggle on a quad treking through the woods. What motivates you? Let’s motivate each other.

Taking The Lead! Special Guests: Cathi Herrod, President for Center for Arizona Policy

Recovering From Religious Abuse Author, Jack Watts www.pushingjesus.com As Jack Watts proclaims in his new book, Recovering from Religious Abuse “Even if you consider your abuse to be minor, it still needs to be addressed.” After being the victim of religious abuse himself and recognizing that millions of people have been wounded by religion, Watts has created a much needed recovery program in Recovering from Religious Abuse. Addressing those hurt by others in the church—psychologically, financially, or emotionally—Watts offers help for coming to terms with abuse, while also reconnecting with God in a rich, healing way—a way that restores purpose and meaning to life. Are you a victim of Religious Abuse or know of someone who is? Listen in to our show and walk away hearing personal stories from Patty and Lisa as well as special guest, Jack Watts and be encouraged with resources. In the midst of abuse, life is still filled with hope, healing and humor. Can’t wait to “chat” with you. Patty and Lisa

Debbie Locurto, VP Financial Peace University Church Development with Dave Ramsey shares amazing stories and strategies of hope and effective leadership for women - financially, personally, professionally.

What happens in the Spiritual realm around us? If you found Frank Peretti’s book, “This Present Darkness” intriguing, then join us this week when we introduce you to our guest from California, Rebecca Morgan, ministry leader, graduate of Biola University with her Masters in Philosophy. Rebecca will be unpacking information regarding Spiritual Warfare and revealing what God’s Word says about the war around us and how the power of prayer displays the awesome power and love of God?

Listen in as Brooks Douglass, former Oklahoma state senator, businessman, producer and actor shares how when we forgive someone else, we’re blessed with forgiveness ourselves. His journey of grasping life with forgiveness and grace while he slowly healed from a senseless crime is intriguing and powerful. Douglass, whose parents were shot to death by intruders, worked to strengthen Oklahoma's victims-rights laws, including the measure that allowed murder victims' families to witness executions. Since leaving politics in 2002, he found additional healing in an unexpected place: Hollywood, where he co-wrote a movie called Heavens Rain unpacking his life and the reconciliation from an horrific life changing tragedy. Listening to his story reveals hope and compassion to the point that you just can’t walk away with out some conviction and applications for leading and living your own life for greater impact!

GirlfriendIt Radio with Patty Wyatt and Lisa Jernigan Living Beyond "The Father Wound" Guest, Justin Hunt: Writer, Producer, and Film Director In 2006, Justin began a 16-month journey in the production of his first feature length documentary, American Meth. The Val Kilmer-narrated film won multiple film festivals around the country. The movie was released on DVD in early 2008 by Rivercoast Film Distribution, and was one of America’s most rented documentaries that year and has been viewed in more thab 50 million homes. Justin recently completed ABSENT, a documentary that takes a raw, gut wrenching look at the vanishing landscape of fatherhood, and the searing scars an absent father can leave behind. This film also features Metallica’s frontman, James Hetfield, author, John Eldridge and legendary boxer, Johnny Tapia. Whether this is your story or not, we all know someone who lives with this reality. You’ll walk away with some practical applications for leading and living your own life for greater impact! “The father wound is so deep and so all-pervasive in so many parts of the world that its healing could well be the most radical social reform conceivable.” -Father Richard Rohr http://www.absentmovie.com/?page_id=83

How Do You Bring Hope In A Hurting World Life is full of defining moments – moments from the past and even the present! How do they affect us and what do we do with them? Today's show took us on a journey into a dark world that so many times we see as existing in another place and time where the victims are invisible and nameless. Filmaker, Brittany Leffebvre with Mending the Soul, a curriculum and organization which provides hope and healing for those struggling with various forms of abuse and dysfunction (which even includes each of us); shares her personal journey of discovery and healing. Her journey has taken her into the darkness where pimps, poverty, and the Cartel have been allowed to reign. Brittany authentically, passionately and purposefully shares strategies, statistics and solutions that we can all embrace no matter what stirs our soul. Each of us has a purpose to live and lives to impact. Brittany left us wanting to hear more! Quote from Brittany: Addiction is rooted in unprocessed abuse! Facebook Brittany at Volviendo to learn more.

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If you are wondering where God is in all of this, then this show is for you! Learn how others are bringing light into the darkness, loving people towards Jesus, and experiencing God in supernatural ways. This week we are bringing on two dynamic guest, Ryan Russell with WWW.XXXChurch and Robby Dawkins with WWWRobbyDawkins.com Ryan does an awesome job challenging you to not be apathetic to the darkness, but instead will encourage you to be a solution to our sexually intoxicated world. We all can live with a purpose beyond personal self-gratification. Robby was born to missionary parents in Japan, and went on to pastor the Vineyard Church of Aurora, IL. Having been in over 30 countries around the world, God has used him to help build the church internationally as well. He has ministered in many Muslim countries and in 2 of the top 10 most dangerous countries according to Voice of the Martyrs magazine.

How To Collaborate For A Cause! Special Guests: Pat McCalla, President of streetlightphx.com which provides awareness and prevention in the cause of eradicating child rape for profit. www.Streetlightphx.com just opened their doors to young girls rescued from sex trafficking by providing a home, help and healing. They are dedicated to helping put an end to modern day slavery! Peggy Bilsten, former Phoenix City Councilwoman and Vice Mayor of Phoenix who has devoted her efforts to advocating for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking both locally and internationally. She has been a huge voice in legislation for trafficking laws here and also for domestic violence issues. Peggy is also a huge advocate for a healing program, Mending The Soul! www.mendingthesoul.com All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men (and women) to do nothing! Do you have a passion in life? Have you identified other individuals or organizations who could join you for a more powerful impact? GirlfriendIt is about collaborating and partnering with others to help create solutions and provide help for others. Today we talked with Pat and Peggy who are huge collaborators for the cause of sex trafficking for young girls. Collaboration takes effort, time and a willingness to manage conflict and tension for the betterment of a cause. We are better together - completing not competing with one another. Are you actively collaborating with others to achieve a common goal? Listen as we give tips and tricks to use in your collaboration process. Great things are waiting on the other side!

With John Martin, CEO and Owner of Toginet Radio and Lauri Leadley, Owner of Valley Sleep Center What does it take to morph your dreams into reality and make your business thrive? These two professionals will share insight, facts and inspiration. Not only will you gain the resources you need to assist you in your business, you will also learn about the media and internet radio industry and how it affects you; and the signs and solutions of sleeping disorders Sweet Dreams...

Joining Patty and Lisa on GirlfriendIT Radio for this show was: Lori Hood Luchi, owner of Discover Branson; Dodge Billingsley, Founder and Director of Combat Films, and consultant with the US Dept of Defense; and Pam Myers Founder and Creator of Aprons. Inc. Are you the same person you were in High School? Patty and Lisa rallied some of their remarkable girlfriends and friends from High School for some candid conversations. Where are they now? What have they overcome? What has made the difference? We may graduate high school but we should graduate from living life.

The “stranger” could be any one, including us! Today we talked with 5 remarkable people who welcomed and embraced someone new and it radically changed their lives for the better. Our discussions ranged from reaching and befriending refugee families to adoption of children outside the US to welcoming someone from their own family. Some of the take away: step outside your comfort zone, see who’s around you and their needs, be willing to sacrifice, and be an advocate for someone. There was a lot of love and good will going around!

Joining Patty and Lisa on GirlfriendIt radio for this show: Debbie Brewington: Getting over a divorc and loosing a business. Cheryl Ley: Journaling and moving past dysfunctions and hurts Christina Svendson: Hope beyond divorce and into internet dating Lori Wilhite: Moving from a divorce of a friendship and trusting again!

Special Guests: Dr Tina Korte, Amira Birger and Sarah Morales Finding Hope and Healing through the trials and traumas in life – specifically sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Hear from two amazing survivors who know what it takes to find hope and freedom and a new life free of guilt and shame. Author, Speaker and Radio Host, Dr. Tina Korte shares her amazing insight as a result of time with women and women ministries in churches. She shares what it takes to help women grasp the need to weave anew and set their hearts toward God. Sneak Peak: Great Resource: Mending the Soul www.mendingthesoul.org Doing the Right Thing isn’t always fun or easy! Down Load this GirlfriendIt Podcast now and listen live on Thursdays to GirlfriendIt Radio.

Guests: Lisa Bevere, Lori Wilhite, Julie Lewis You are stunning. You were born for this moment. Don't be afraid of your strength, questions, or insights. Awaken, rise up, and dare to realize all you were created to be. -Lisa Bevere, Lioness Arising

Listen to Girlfriendit Radio as we discuss this New Year and how to enjoy the moments life gives us. Our first guest is Moms4FamilyTV and we'll discuss how to watch better TV with our families in this New Year. Their new movie, Change of Plans, airs on Fox January 8th and stars Brooke White from American Idol, Joe Flanigan from Stargate Atlantis and Phylicia Rashad. Also on Girlfriendit Radio, Jackie Pilossoph, author of Hook Line and Sink Him, a love story about fear of commitment, reflection, and the beauty of devotion and loyalty with the right person.

On this week's show, Patty and Lisa dive into an interview with Mending the Soul Ministry. Mending the Soul started in a living room seven short years ago with a handful of men and women with a passion to help heal those broken by abuse, a conviction that Christ loves and came to heal the broken, and the painful realization that our churches and communities lacked sufficient resources. After their interview with Mending the Soul, we'll hear a couple stories from ladies who have truly mended their souls and done remarkeable things in their lives through this transformation.

December is a time to savor the flavors and smells of the season as well as a time of emotions and memories, whether new and exciting or cherished from childhood. Here are some tips and tricks to keep breathing in Christmas and all that is involved with this magical and majestic time of year. Let’s keep it flowing through our veins, out our pores and on to others.

Join Girlfriendit Radio as we discuss how to watch better TV with our families. Let's face it... we love family TV. Its an enjoyable part of our lives. It is entertaining, enlightening, and even educational. But unfortunately there are very few programs you can watch together as a family. Girlfriendit will be diving into this subject as they interview Moms4familyTV. Next up is Robin Jones Gunn, an award-winning, best-selling author of over 70 books with over four million copies sold worldwide! A God Lover and Storyteller at heart, Robin is best known for her Christy Miller series for teens and popular Sisterchicks® series for women.

If you've seen the movie Against the Ropes, of even if you haven't, then you'll want to listen to Jackie Kallen on our November 11th show. Her life story inspired the Paramount film. Patty and Lisa will also interview Laurie Beth Jones. She has been called by Ken Blanchard and others “One of the Great Thought Leaders of Our Time.” Laurie Beth’s personal mission is to recognize, promote, and inspire divine connection in herself and others. How she does this is through her writing, speaking and creating opportunities for others to get clear about who they are, what they were created to do, and how to live their highest good in work, life, and relationships. Some of her best selling books include: Four Elements of Success, The Path, Jesus Entrepreneur and others.

Patty and Lisa interview Erick Pettersen and Lori Wilhite. Erick Pettersen, Principal SEO Bridges. But there’s more . . . Erick has also authored a unique book and will touch on the topic of personal, relational, and social forgiveness, which is a huge theme of his book. Erick is definitely filling some voids in life. www.seobridges.com Lori Wilhite serves alongside her husband Jud who is the Senior Pastor at Central in Las Vegas. She is the founder of Leading and Loving It a community for Pastors' Wives and Women in Ministry. Jud & Lori love getting to be part of God changing Sin City into Grace City.

You will remember Nancy as Andy Griffith’s law partner on Matlock or from the series St. Elsewhere, The Mentalist, Frasier, Judging Amy, ER and the list goes on! So does her gifts and talents. She is the author of Beauty by the Book: Seeing Yourself as God Sees You & The Wonder of His Love: A Journey into the Heart of God. But it doesn’t stop there, she also has a new movie to be released in theaters in 2011. Tune in to hear more of her remarkable journey and heartbeat on Girlfriendit Radio, Thursday October 28th at 12EST. www.nancystafford.com www.sat7usa.org Also check out guest Linda Higdon's website and mission, www.globalroomforwomen.com.

Thursday's show is going to be awesome! Listen in as Patty and Lisa chat with international evangelist and speaker, Andrew Palau. Andrew is the son of world renown evangelist Luis Palau. Andrew preaches at festivals around the world, including the upcoming Arizona City Fest. He has shared the Gospel with millions of people, and at every opportunity he demonstrates his father’s same passion and love for Christ and for evangelism. In 2009, he joined Luis on his radio feature, Reaching Your World with Luis Palau. Andrew’s two-minute messages are broadcast on 855 radio outlets every Friday. We're excited and honored to have him on Girlfirendit Radio, and it all airs live Thursday 12 EST.

Tory Smock, CEO and founder of Room for Joy. Room For Joy exists to enhance the healing process of chronically ill children through creative bedroom design and to provide an opportunity for young people and communities to reach beyond themselves with financial support, service and prayer. Last Updated on Sunday, 24 October 2010 21:49 Read more...

Patty and Lisa have an awesome show lined up for this week! KidLead founder, Dr. Alan Nelson, is a leadership development specialist, who was a leader in the social sector for more than twenty years, until taking a midlife course change to pursue his 2nd half passion, leadership development. He invested much of his life, working with many leaders and their families in leader-concentrated areas. Alan is the author of 14 books, half of which deal with leadership topics, as well as hundreds of small and feature length articles. His landmark book, KidLead: Growing Great Leaders, was released in 2009. Next up is Wendy Ford. Her life seemed perfect until Wendy was stricken and rendered comatose within days, and then, after a tense weeks-long battle for survival, quadriplegic. Initially, she was not expected to live, or, ultimately, to walk again. To Get Back Home - A Mysterious Disease: A Fight for Life is a medical thriller of the first order, a true story of triumph of survival over astronomical odds. www.togetbackhome.com Patty and Lisa wrap up the show with Patrick Marks, the founding pastor of FourteenSix Christian Church in Surprise, Az. He went from a science and biology educator in public schools, to becoming the author of the book: Someone’s Making a Monkey Out of You. The Monkey book has been used in Christian schools to help students make sense of the difference between the theory of Evolution and the story of Creation. It has been sold by nationally known apologetics ministries such as the Institute for Creation Research in Dallas, TX. Patrick is also the author of the novel Legend. He lives with his wife and 5 children in Surprise, AZ where he continues to write and pastor FourteenSix Christian Church. It all starts on toginet.com Thursday, 12pm EST.

Rachel Ramsey, daughter of personal money-management guru, Dave Ramsey, talks with us and shares insights for those on the front end of “adulthood” (18-108 years old!) and how to start off intentionally, with good money sense! Dave Ramsey, an extremely popular national radio personality, and the best-selling author of The Total Money Makeover. In his latest book, a follow-up of his enormously successful New York Times best-sellers Financial Peace and More Than Enough, Ramsey exemplifies his life’s work of teaching others how to be financially responsible so they can acquire enough wealth to take care of loved ones, live prosperously into old age, and give generously to others. Over the past decade, Nicole has worked as a youth director, camp counselor as well as counselor at a crisis pregnancy center. Her writing also includes devotionals and Bible studies for women of all ages. More information on Nicole is available at www.nicoleodell.com.

GirlfriendIt with Patty and Lisa! We're going in and talking about a disturbing reality - the sex industry - where many women find themselves working and living. Unfortunately is it a growing industry and a dark place but there is hope! Maybe you are there or perhaps someone you love is. We are bringing the darkness to light as we welcome Harmony Dust to our show. Harmony Dust, President, founded Treasures as a dream born from a broken past and a heart healed by the love of God. Treasures is a unique, faith-based outreach and support group for women in the sex industry. Their mission is to empower women in the discovery of their value and purpose by providing mentorship, spiritual encouragement and resources. www.iamatreasure.com Patty and Lisa will also be speaking candidly with Patrick McCalla. Pat is working in the Phoenix area to develop relationships and synergy between established, reputable organizations with a desire to love and bring aid to the needy. He is the Assistant Producer of the documentary film ‘branded' that educates viewers of the problem of child exploitation in North America. Patrick currently works as the President and Co-Founder of Streetlight.

Jump in and listen as Patty and Lisa interview four amazing women who are doing the remarkable and aren't afraid to GO into their worlds and make it happen, Thursday 9am PST on toginet.com. Patty and Lisa will speak to founders of Drawing Water, Tracie and Cara. These fabulously zany girlfriends use a mix of comedy and drama (sometimes including a unique musical variety show) to custom-tailor any event! By using real life issues with both humor and poignancy, they touch the audience with such significance that guarantees an impact and an unforgettable experience. Learn more about Tracie and Cara at www.drawingwater.org.

Do you have what it takes? Are you willing to push aside anxiety and fear to do something remarkable? There's nothing quite as remarkable as an Olympic gold medalist and experts say that there's no sporting competition more stressful than the Olympic games. Listen in as Patty and Lisa speak with Emily Lesueur, synchronized swimmer and 1996 Atlanta games gold medalist. We'll hear from Emily about what it took mentally and physically to achieve this remarkable dream. It all airs on toginet.com Thursday, September 2 at 12pm EST.

What is a friend? A single soul living in two bodies. - Aristotle Numerous studies and research prove that we need our girlfriends! Why? They make us happy, are good for our health and they complete us! They are better than therapy and when we are less stressed, we will live longer and breathe in the incredible! Here at GirlfriendIt we want to be your cheerleaders while helping to inspire and motivate you to nurture your friendships! Listen in to our show airing Thursday, August 26 12pm EST as we girlfriendalogue the realities of friendship, exposing the real and raw to help us move towards the rich and rewarding. Psst . . . it's ok to ease drop in on our conversation!

"You're either remarkable or invisible. Make your choice." - Seth Godin You can do the remarkable, no matter what your situation. People can do significant, incredible, unbelievable things even in the middle of impossible or disastrous circumstances. Listen in on our show airing Thursday August 19, 2010, 9:00 am PST on toginet.com, as our guests will share their own remarkable stories of overcoming obstacles and mediocrity. You don’t have to be the same person today that you were yesterday.

Do you know who you are? Is someone rocking your boat – personality speaking? We’ll explore this hot topic of personality traits and how we can better communicate with others in teams, marriages and families. Check out Girlfriendit Radio, on Toginet.com, and hear Patty Wyatt and Lisa Jernigan as they interview Dr. John Trent, President of StrongFamilies on the show airing August 12, 9am PST. Strong Families is an organization that provides people tools and encouragement to strengthen their families. Dr. Trent is also the creator of the Lion, Golden Retriever, Otter, and Beaver way of defining personality traits and an outstanding speaker and author of many other best selling books! He is doing the remarkable!

Join Lisa Jernigan, and guest co-host Kelly O'Donnell, as they interview Mary Ellen Clausen, founder and executive director of Ophelia's Place. Ophelia's Place is a non-profit organization committed to empowering and educating families, individuals, and communities in the fight against eating disorders, disordered eating, and body dissatisfaction. It will be a powerful show you won't want to miss at 12pm EST on toginet.com.

Join Lisa Jernigan and guest co-host Jessica Pierce as they discuss transforming pain into fueled passion to live fuller and more meaningful lives. Joining these ladies will be Britteny Thomas, an abolitionist and a leading voice in the fight against human trafficking. Having survived one of the nation’s deadliest school shootings, Brittney turned her pain into an untamed passion for social justice issues across the globe and in her own backyard. She is currently Kentucky's state director for the Not for Sale Campaign. Brittany encourages people to buy fair trade, products not made using human trafficking. Check out Trade As One and Free2Work for shopping options and more information. It will be a show filled with women who, through pain, have engaged their hearts and minds to do the remarkable. Girlfriendit Radio airs every Thursday at 9am PST, on toginet.com.

It will be another great show as Patty and Lisa sit down with David and Brittani Curtis who are doing the remarkable with Food for the Hungry, meeting physical and spiritual needs in Phoenix and beyond. Joining the show will be founder and president of Accelerated Team Dynamics, Jessica Pierce, and we'll hear how she equips others to do the remarkable in their lives. Girlfriendit radio airs weekly on toginet.com every Thursday at 12pm EST.

Join Girlfriendit Radio as Patty and Lisa talk to two dynamic story tellers Mark Ludy, author, illustrator and owner of Loodles Coffee and Cathy Grossman, influential columnist for USA Today. We'll hear their stories and listeners will be challenged to discover their own story lines! It will be another Girlfriendit show you want won't to miss, Thursday 9am PST on www.toginet.com.

Patty and Lisa show you how to tie personal and business success closely, so you can really have that cake you're eating. Join your fellow Girlfriends as they consult with entrepreneur Ron Sciarro about what it takes to be as good at making your relationships as successful as your business endeavors. Another great show that preaches relationships over profit, questioning the status quo and building others up to help them be the best they can be--don't miss out this Thursday at 10 a.m.

Listen in as Girlfriendit Radio dives into the incredible story of Paul V. Harris, an internationally recognized and sought-after motivational speaker who suffered through a horrific automobile accident that burned 85% of his body. During his prolonged stay in the hospital, Paul was pronounced dead 3 times. This man's life is truly an inspiration and he has so much to share. Listen as Paul teaches how to overcome fear so you to can do the remarkable!

Join Patty and Lisa in another literary tour de force as authors Lynn Rush and Tish Cohen share their stories of women doing extraordinary things. These women will be speaking about the inspirational tales for their written work--including Cohen's coming-of-age struggle as she realized her past was not what she'd thought it was--this Thursday at 9 a.m. PST on Toginet. Tune in or download the show to catch up with these successful authors and learn more about how they turned their struggles into success!

Patty and Lisa are back with another guest whose fall from grace has become a powerful story of redemption. Bill Dallas, a well-established real estate entrepreneur, surrendered his life of success and luxury for a state-issue set of stripes when convicted five-years for a grand-theft embezzlement charge. Dallas served time in one of the country's most renown maximum-security federal prisons, San Quentin, and for Bill, that has made all the difference. Reflecting on the struggles he encountered during time served, Bill shares 12 core principles he learned at San Quentin to help turn tough times into a positive experience and build a character shaped by the Bible. It's a show Girlfriend's won't want to miss this Thursday at 10 a.m. on Toginet.

Have you ever wondered what you're fully capable of? Do you ever feel like there is potential deep within you to lead? Listen in as Patty and Lisa talk with Maria Gamb, former fortune 500 executive and leadership coach, and Cathy Morgan, Patty's sister and a remarkable leader of women, about changing the norm, shaking things up, and leading through the storms in life. They'll be sharing tidbits of knowledge and insight that they've learned in their leadership positions throughout the years. Check out the leadership training freebie Maria made available to our listeners!

Patty and Lisa interview Arizona's most iconic radio personalities, Dave Pratt, the Morning Mayor. Pratt discusses his three decades in radio, his personal struggles and successes, his career, and what he's working on today. The show wraps up with renowned actress, writer, and comedian Kerri Pomarolli to discuss what it takes to be somebody in the mad world of entertainment (all while juggling a new baby and the demands of a modern housewife)!

We’re not just talking politics on the show – we’re talking passion. However, passion can lead you in a direction towards politics, public service, or even to be movement makers. Like our guest, Senate candidate J.D. Hayworth and AZ State Representative Michelle Reagan.

If you knew someone was being raped in the room next to you, would you allow it? How about outside your back door? Susan Ivancie, Director of Development for International Justice Mission, joins Patty and Lisa to explain just how children of the world are literally being stolen and sold, right in our own backyards, for profit. Nearly 2 million children each year are coerced or forced in sexual trade or slavery, generating 12 billion a year for those who organize these heinous crimes--almost double what some successful and legitimate conglomerates gross annually. Listen in this Thursday--or download the show if you miss it--to find out what we're doing to put a stop to this horrible industry, and just what you can do to help.

This week Patty and Lisa welcome guests Shari Lyon and Judi Mouer to talk about different ways to eat well to be well, and some simple things you can do to determine what that means to you! You owe it to yourself to catch this show on Toginet at 9 am PT, 12 pm ET!

Listen as Patty and Lisa sit down with Wm. Paul Young, author of the NY times best-seller, The Shack. Young's two daughters join the conversation as well, providing listeners with a unique perspective as they tell their story of their dad and this life-changing book.

Listen in as Girlfriends discover Gallagher’s guide towards making wise decisions, and hear Chuck’s experience-driven response to the question “How can I keep my poor choices from defining who I am?”

Check out the latest Girlfriendit radio show with our guests Rose Monroe,"Rosie the Recoverer," and Elli StGeorge Godfrey, entrepreneurial coach. Find out how to make the most of your life and achieve your goals.

A very miraculous show is in store for GirlfriendIt Radio listeners as Patty and Lisa spend this week's show speaking with survivors of the crash of US Airways flight 1549 that has been dubbed "the Miracle on the Hudson". When a bird strike took out both of the plane's major engines on January 15, 2009, the courageous pilot used years of experience and training to safely land the craft on the Hudson River without the loss of even one of the 155 passengers.

Patty and Lisa pick the brain of Barry Judge, Chief Marketing Officer for the multinational leader in technology and entertainment retail, Best Buy, on this Thursday’s show. Barry will speak with Girlfriends about creative and downright innovative tips for marketing using technology in today’s tight economy to create awareness about your business or nonprofit group.

Patty and Lisa of a web techie, searching for the best sites to find coupons, travel discounts, blogging, etc. Its going to be a fun show that highlights the best the internet has to offer!

Author, Wendy Blight, tells her powerful story of overcoming a sexual assault by a masked man in her college apartment. Wendy's book, "Hidden Joy in a Dark Corner," speaks of her situation, how to avoid being a target, and increase rape awareness.

Social media: Intimated or Involved? Listen in as we talk to two business professionals who individually built successful business from the ground up using social media, Twitter and Facebook especially.

Jodi Olson, the Frugalitarian, guest-hosts a special segment on how to spice up your Valentine's Day the Frugalitarian way! She'll be giving practical and elegant solutions for any budget on making a memorable and unique Valentine's experience. We'll also be getting tips from a young newlywed couple, a engaged girlfriend, and a mom!

Meth addiction is one of the hardest forms of addiction to overcome. It often enslaves those who use it. Patty and Lisa today o interview a young women who was trapped in this addiction and has soared free from it.

Jo Franz, author of the award winning book, Soar Unafraid, shares her passion for life and her desire to help others soar fearlessly, joyfully and intentionally! Tune in and listen as Jo shares her story of living with MS and dealing with an unexpected life crisis of her husband's infidelity which led to her unwanted divorce.

Have you ever wondered what went on behind the scenes of the Beatles? Tune in and turn it up as we go backstage with Ken Mansfield, former Beatles US manager! It's a blast into the past and as a we get a first hand glimpse of this music phenomenon that still rocks fans of all ages of today.

Show airs live from Las Vegas at a porn convention. Interview with Ryan Russell from XXX Church.

Special Guest, Nathan George, Founder and President of Trade As One! We live in a world with two crises. The first is the crisis of extreme poverty that affects much of the developing world. The second is the crisis of meaning brought about by vacuous consumerism that has left much of the developed world with a different sort of poverty. We believe Fair Trade is a way to alleviate both.

Patty and Lisa join Girlfriends to compare notes on how to make this holiday a special and memorable one for you, your family and friends.