Beste SMBC podcaster (2025)

Hold On To ItHebrews 11:1-4Sunday, January 19, 2025, 11:00amSTAY CONNECTED: https://www.thechurchwithzeal.orgWays To Give:Website: https://www.thechurchwithzeal.org/give/CashApp: $thechurchwithzealMail | P.O. Box 817 | Lilburn, GA 30048In Person, Church Office: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pmAv SMBC ZealCast

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Who Is In Your Dungeon? | Rev. Dianne R. Haynes 1:08:41

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Who Is In Your Dungeon?Matthew 18:23-30Sunday, January 12, 2025, 11:00amSTAY CONNECTED: https://www.thechurchwithzeal.orgWays To Give:Website: https://www.thechurchwithzeal.org/give/CashApp: $thechurchwithzealMail | P.O. Box 817 | Lilburn, GA 30048In Person, Church Office: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm…

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S7E9 My Story: How & Why I Chose to Have a Baby on My Own 1:03:59

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Refamulating is a podcast that celebrates different ways to make a familyThe nuclear family - a heterosexual couple in their first marriage with 2+ kids - is no longer the dominant family structure. In fact, there is no one dominant family structure. Nowadays many couples rely on science, surrogates, egg donors and sperm donors to have biological c…

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S7E8 Egg-Freezing, IVF, Self-Advocacy & Dating as a Single Mother By Choice With Eboni K Williams 1:18:23

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In this episode about Eboni’s journey to becoming a SMBC, we discuss: Why Eboni initially froze her eggs “with zero intention of using them”; The realization at 38 that made her decide she wanted to be a mom; How she chose a donor and why she felt this was a critical factor; Her decision to go straight to IVF due to age-related statistics; The role…

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S7E7 Adopting a Child as a Single Black Woman Based Overseas With SMBC Richelle Carey 55:20

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Richelle’s story starts with the emotional process of choosing the SMBC path and takes us through egg freezing, IVF, and ultimately the practicalities of adopting a child as a single mother based overseas. Her journey highlights the importance of prioritizing our own dreams and health while remaining open to the many ways a family can be formed. In…

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S7E6 Kids or Childfree? Considering (Solo) Parenthood With Keltie Maguire 56:10

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In this episode, we discuss: The lack of visible role models for women who consciously choose a childfree life; The struggle of making the life-defining decision of becoming a parent or not which feels deeply personal, yet often misunderstood; How societal expectations lead people to feel entitled to ask personal questions about choices like childf…

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Jeremiah 50-51 - A vision of the future 55:07

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 50-51Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 50-51 - A vision of the future 36:48

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 50-51Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S7E5 Faith, Self-Advocacy, and Self-Care on the Path to Solo Motherhood as an African American Woman With SMBC Jamela Black 1:14:29

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In this episode, we discuss: The pressures women often feel to fit men into their lives to fulfill societal expectation Jamela’s decision to pursue solo motherhood after her divorce at 37; How her mom played an active role in her decision to become a solo mom by choice; The emotional journey of mourning both her marriage and the traditional family …

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Exodus 33:7-34:7; 34:29-35 - Savouring God’s presence 56:42

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Paul Dale speaking on Exodus 33:7-34:7; 34:29-35Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Exodus 33:7-34:7; 34:29-35 - Savouring God’s presence 38:36

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Paul Dale speaking on Exodus 33:7-34:7; 34:29-35Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S7E4 Taking Control of Your Fertility Through IVF With Single Mother By Choice Whitney Foley 56:11

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Born and raised in a close-knit Michigan community, Whitney always knew she wanted to be a mom. But after years of dating and only one long-term relationship in her 20s, she found herself single at 34. Instead of waiting for the "perfect" time or partner, she took control of her fertility and started her journey to solo motherhood. Through IVF, mul…

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Jeremiah 36 - Hear God’s warning 48:10

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Karl Deenick speaking on Jeremiah 36Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 36 - Hear God’s warning 39:50

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Karl Deenick speaking on Jeremiah 36Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S7E3 Single Mother by Chance, Then by Choice, Designer Virginia Drader 50:21

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In this episode, Virginia shares: How a surprise pregnancy and subsequent miscarriage reignited her desire to have another child, this time as a single mom by choice; The reactions she received from family and friends when she chose to pursue motherhood on her own; Why she traveled from Canada to the USA for her fertility process and the factors th…

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Jeremiah 31 - From horror to beauty 53:44

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Geoff Harper speaking on Jeremiah 31Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 31 - From horror to beauty 34:02

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Geoff Harper speaking on Jeremiah 31Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S7E2 Super Sperm Donors, Off-the-Grid Insemination, & Unconventional Family Planning with Valerie Bauman 49:09

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Valerie Bauman, is an investigative reporter for Newsweek, solo mother by choice, and author of one of my favorite memoirs in the solo moms space, Inconceivable:Super Sperm Donors, Off-the-Grid Insemination, and Unconventional Family Planning. I devoured Valerie’s book during a 30-hour airport layover, and by the time I finished, I felt like I had …

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Jeremiah 29 - God’s good plans for us… and the world 50:00

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 29Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 29 - God’s good plans for us… and the world 36:21

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 29Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 28 - The popular lie and the inconvenient truth 58:59

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Anthony Brammall speaking on Jeremiah 28Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 28 - The popular lie and the inconvenient truth 39:15

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Anthony Brammall speaking on Jeremiah 28Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S7E1 Why Educated Women Are Turning to Egg Freezing With Marcia Inhorn, Author of ‘Motherhood on Ice’ 1:02:17

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In this episode on the mating gap and egg freezing, we discuss: The challenges created by the shortage of eligible, educated men. How the education gap between men and women affects dating dynamics. How societal expectations and outdated gender norms are contributing to this issue. Why considering partners from diverse educational backgrounds can b…

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Jeremiah 23 - How leaders can get it right 47:53

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Kirk Patston speaking on Jeremiah 23Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 23 - How leaders can get it right 31:56

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Kirk Patston speaking on Jeremiah 23Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 18 - Our plans and His plans 54:57

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 18Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 18 - Our plans and His plans 39:31

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 18Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 9 - Truth, trust and tears 54:33

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Kirk Patston speaking on Jeremiah 9Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 9 - Truth, trust and tears 35:26

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Kirk Patston speaking on Jeremiah 9Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 7 - Spiritual danger and spiritual safety 54:57

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 7Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 7 - Spiritual danger and spiritual safety 32:20

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 7Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S6, Ep 10: SMBC with a known donor, Ashley Coates 1:01:00

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My final guest of this season is Ashley Coates, a longtime Instagram friend and solo mom by choice living in Portland, Oregon. When Ashley decided to pursue solo motherhood, she decided to ask a close friend to be her known donor. What happened next feels almost too good to be true. Tune in as Ashley shares her experience of navigating conception, …

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Jeremiah 2 - How to avoid the greatest theft in history: spiritual adultery 56:40

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Janson Condren speaking on Jeremiah 2Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 2 - How to avoid the greatest theft in history: spiritual adultery 37:42

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Janson Condren speaking on Jeremiah 2Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 1 - Empowered by God for ministry 53:06

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 1Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Jeremiah 1 - Empowered by God for ministry 36:02

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Derek Brotherson speaking on Jeremiah 1Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S6, Ep 9: Solo Mum Society founder, author and podcast host, Alisha Burns 1:00:26

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We discuss more about….. The transition from corporate life to focusing on solo motherhood. The joys and challenges of parenting during a global pandemic. Her mother’s health crisis and its impact on her responsibilities. The process of writing her book featuring stories of 20 Australian SMBCs. Strategies for achieving a better work/life balance. P…

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S6, Ep 8: “Accidental” SMBC through foster to open adoption with Elizabeth Friedland 1:04:08

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We discuss more about….. Elizabeth’s journey to fostering and adoption. Balancing professional life with motherhood. The emotional and logistical challenges of fostering. dating and introducing our children to a future partner. Building and relying on a support system. Insights and advice for those considering fostering or adoption. Connect with El…

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S6, Ep 7: SMBC to two through adoption with Emily Driscoll 49:36

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We discuss more about….. Emily's initial adoption research and the steps involved in the process. The emotional journey and uncertainties of getting matched. The costs and logistical aspects of adopting in the U.S. Adjusting to motherhood and balancing work with childcare. The importance of support and strong friendships in solo motherhood. 👩‍👧‍👦Th…

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Luke 19:28-44 - How the King arrives 52:54

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Mark Stephens speaking on Luke 19:28-44Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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Luke 19:28-44 - How the King arrives 30:53

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Mark Stephens speaking on Luke 19:28-44Av Sydney Missionary and Bible College

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S6, Ep 6: Celine Charlotte, a quick journey from considering to parenting 1:11:22

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We discuss more about….. Celine's transition into embracing single motherhood. The challenges and emotional journey of egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Moving from the Netherlands to Sedona, and eventually to New York City. The vital role of community and support for SMBCs. Balancing business and motherhood, and the importance of surrounding ones…