Girl Talk

Girl Talk

For women who want engaging conversations about authentic faith. Each episode will teach, encourage and make you laugh.  

  1. Why Women Are Leaving the Church (And What We’re Missing)

    4D AGO

    Why Women Are Leaving the Church (And What We’re Missing)

    “We’re showing up to church… but we’re not bringing our real selves.” There’s a shift happening… women are leaving the church. And not always because they’re leaving the faith entirely, but because something feels missing. In this episode, Carol, Kelly, and Tricia have a really honest conversation about why so many women feel disconnected from church. From burnout and busyness to fear of judgment and unnecessary small-talk, they’re unpacking the deeper heart issues behind it all. Because let’s be real: showing up on Sunday isn’t the same as being known. And scrolling on our phones isn’t the same as real connection. If you’ve ever walked into church and felt alone… or wondered if you even belong, you are not the only one feeling this way - you can find your place, people and your way back to Jesus. Women are craving real community, but are often hiding their real selves.It’s hard to feel known when you’re only showing the “put together” version you think other people want to see. Busyness and burnout are quietly disconnecting people.When you’re exhausted, you stop engaging; even with the people we need most. Church isn’t a place to simply attend - it’s something to build up. Real connection takes intention, vulnerability, and showing up beyond Sunday  services.

    25 min
  2. Stuck Seasons & Silent Growth: Trusting God When Nothing Is Changing

    APR 8

    Stuck Seasons & Silent Growth: Trusting God When Nothing Is Changing

    Ever feel like you’re just stuck? Maybe your life isn’t falling apart, but it’s not really moving forward either. You’re doing the same things, praying the same prayers, waiting for something to change and it just hasn’t yet. In this episode, Carol, Tricia and Kelly get real about those “in between” seasons. The ones where God feels quiet, progress feels slow, and you start wondering, “Am I doing something wrong?” Friend, you’re not alone. And you’re definitely not forgotten. We’re talking about what God might actually be doing in the middle of the stillness; how He’s growing things you can’t see yet, shaping your heart, and preparing you for what’s next, even when it feels like nothing is happening. If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or just a little weary, you're in the perfect spot to find your rest in Jesus.

    21 min
  3. Living From Easter

    APR 1

    Living From Easter

    “We’re asking the wrong question. Not ‘how can I be better?’ but ‘why don’t I understand how big His grace is?’” Okay, honest question… does Easter actually matter once Easter Sunday is over? Because if we’re real, it’s so easy to drift. One minute we’re celebrating the resurrection, and the next we’re back to “try harder, do better, be good enough” mode. And somewhere along the way, we forget the weight of what Jesus actually did and the freedom that came with it. In this episode, we’re talking about grace (the kind we struggle to accept), confession (the thing we tend to skip), and what it really looks like to live from Easter every single day. Not in a heavy, guilt-filled way, but in a way that brings freedom, honesty and praise. If you’ve ever felt stuck between “I’m trying my best” and “am I missing something?”then this one’s for you. REMEMBER... You can't earn grace. You can’t fully celebrate the resurrection without understanding the weight of your sin. Living “from Easter” means holding both truths: you are fully forgiven and fully dependent on Jesus.

    26 min
  4. When “Doing Good” Isn’t the Goal

    MAR 25

    When “Doing Good” Isn’t the Goal

    “If your fruit points back to you… it’s not the kind that lasts.” We’ve all heard the word “fruit” in our faith… but what does it actually mean? In this episode, Carol, Tricia and Kelly are getting real about something a lot of us have quietly wrestled with: doing all the “right” things for God, but still feeling disconnected from Him. Because here’s the truth: we can be busy, helpful, even “good”… and still miss the point. The girls unpack the difference between worldly fruit and spiritual fruit, and why intimacy with Jesus has to come first. Not as a formula. Not as a checkbox. But as a relationship. We talk about motives (yep, the heart behind what we do), how God actually changes our desires (not just our behavior), and why sometimes the most honest prayer is simply, “God, I don’t feel like it today… but I want to want You.” If you’ve ever felt stuck in going through the motions or wondered why your faith feels a little dry—this conversation is for you, friend. Fruit isn’t about what you do—it’s about who you’re becoming. Real spiritual fruit flows from a life rooted in Jesus, not performance. Intimacy comes before impact. The closer you are to God, the more your life naturally reflects Him. God changes desires, not just behavior. You don’t have to fake it; bring your real heart to Him and let Him do the transforming.

    23 min
  5. Wrestling With God: The Kind of Doubt That Grows You

    MAR 18

    Wrestling With God: The Kind of Doubt That Grows You

    “A God you can fully understand is a God too small to worship.” Let’s be honest, doubt is something we don’t always feel comfortable talking about… especially in church circles. If you know Jesus, or you grew up in church, doubt is a no-go, right? Not exactly. Today, we're finding out that doubt just may be where you grow in your faith. In this episode, Carol, Kelly, and Tricia lean into a conversation most of us have had quietly: Is it wrong to doubt? And what do you do when your questions feel big, heavy, or even a little scary? The girls talk about how doubt isn’t the enemy, it’s often an invitation. An invitation to wrestle, to dig deeper, and to actually grow in your faith. But they also get real about when doubt can take a dangerous turn - especially when we ignore it, hide it, or take it to the wrong voices. REMEMBER... Doubt isn’t a failure of faith. It can be the starting point of deeper faith. Where you take your doubts matters more than the doubts themselves. Take them to Jesus! Ignored doubt doesn’t disappear, but it can turn into anxiety, cynicism, or distance from God. If you’ve ever wondered, “What do I do with the questions I don’t have answers to?" this one is for you. You are not alone, and your faith isn’t falling apart. It might actually be growing!

    24 min
  6. The Global Church: Why Christianity Is Bigger Than America

    MAR 11

    The Global Church: Why Christianity Is Bigger Than America

    “America is not the Church.” That statement might feel surprising at first — but it’s an important one. In this episode, Carol, Kelly, and Tricia talk about what it really means to see the Church the way Jesus does: global, diverse, and not confined to one nation or culture. It’s easy to assume our American expression of Christianity is the standard. But the Gospel didn’t start here and it certainly doesn’t end here. Through stories from Ghana, Rwanda, Panama, and Israel, the ladies talk about how believers around the world worship with deep joy - often in the middle of poverty, persecution, or uncertainty. And it gently challenges us to ask: Have comfort and wealth shaped my faith more than I realize? This episode isn’t about criticizing America. It’s about expanding our perspective. The Church is bigger than our borders, bigger than our preferences, and bigger than our politics. Jesus is building something global and we get to be part of it!

    27 min
  7. Don’t Quit: Staying Close to God When He Feels Far

    MAR 4

    Don’t Quit: Staying Close to God When He Feels Far

    “The only thing worse than waiting on God is wishing that you had.” Have you ever felt like God went quiet? You’re praying. You’re reading your Bible. You’re doing “all the right things.” And still… nothing. No clear direction. No breakthrough. Just silence. In this episode, Carol, Kelly, and Tricia lean into a season every believer eventually faces — when God feels silent. Is His silence absence? Is it discipline? Is it delay? Or could it be something deeper? The girls talk honestly about pride, control, confession, worship in the hallway, and why waiting on God is never passive. They unpack how examining your heart, inviting trusted friends in, and choosing worship before the answer can completely shift your perspective. If you’re in a waiting season right now, this conversation will remind you: God is not absent. He is present, faithful, and working — even when you don’t hear Him. REMEMBER... God’s silence is not the same as God’s absence. Waiting isn’t passive — it’s active trust. The only thing harder than waiting on God is wishing you had.

    18 min
  8. Social Media, Politics & Jesus: When Should Christians Speak?

    FEB 25

    Social Media, Politics & Jesus: When Should Christians Speak?

    “The goal isn’t to win the argument — it’s to represent Jesus well.” In this episode of Girl Talk, we’re having some honest, slightly uncomfortable (but very needed) conversation about knowing when to speak up and when to stay quiet — especially in a world where everyone has a microphone and an opinion. We talk about: Losing friendships during emotionally charged seasons The difference between being right and being Christlike Why social media makes everything harder How curiosity can open doors that arguments slam shut And what it really means to be “quick to listen, slow to speak” If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I say something?” “Is this a hill to die on?” “Am I helping… or just adding heat?” This one’s for you. Because at the end of the day, the goal isn’t to win debates. The goal is to reflect Jesus. Pull up a chair. Let’s talk it out.

    24 min
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For women who want engaging conversations about authentic faith. Each episode will teach, encourage and make you laugh.  

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    Girl Talk
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    2019 - 2026
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