Bold, Brave & Beautiful Podcast with Barb Roose

Barb Roose
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Welcome to the corner of the internet where Jesus-loving women meet to win at life together. Life is tough, my friend. But so are you. You can do hard things and here on the Bold, Brave and Beautiful Podcast, we're here to help. If you have a heart for living out your purpose, this this the place for you. Join me and amazing special guests as they share inspiring lessons of faith, stories of courage and practical next steps that you can follow toward the adventure of faith and purpose that God has for you. Let's jump into the journey to live bold, choose brave and be beautiful in Christ together.

  1. Jun 17

    Living a Life That Matters | Interview with Crickett Keeth

    Are you craving a life that actually matters—one that goes beyond just getting through the day? In this episode, Barb speaks with author Crickett Keeth about what it looks like to live with true purpose and eternal significance. Based on her Bible study, Living Out a Life that Matters, they explore how the apostle Paul modeled a life of depth, impact, and faithfulness—and how we can do the same today. If you feel stuck in the day-to-day or are longing to live with deeper purpose, this episode will encourage you to pursue a life of meaning and impact, right where you are.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Crickett on Instagram Connect with Crickett on Facebook Living Out a Life that Matters: An 8-Week Study in 2 Timothy Visit Crickett's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST A graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, Crickett Keeth is the author of several women's Bible studies, including On Bended Knee, Before the Throne, and Living Out a Life That Matters. Crickett has served in ministry to women for decades on staff with Cru and large churches in Dallas and Memphis (Women's Ministry Director). She teaches at her church in Memphis and also equips and trains other women's ministry leaders. Crickett is a sought-after speaker at women's conferences and retreats. Find free resources to encourage you in your walk with God at www.crickettkeeth.com.

    36 min

  2. May 28

    You Can Stop Trying So Hard | Interview with Karolyne Roberts

    Are you tired of constantly striving, comparing, and wondering if you'll ever be enough? In this encouraging and truth-filled conversation, Barb is joined by bestselling author and speaker Karolyne Roberts to talk about her book The Beauty of Being: Strive Less and Live More with God as Your Guide. Together, they explore how we can let go of unhealthy mindsets and rest in our identity as a beloved daughter of God. If you're longing to feel secure in your identity, live more fully in the present, and walk confidently in God's purpose for your life, this episode will remind you that you are already enough.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Karolyne on Instagram Connect with Karolyne on Facebook The Beauty of Being: Strive Less and Live More with God as Your Guide Visit Karolyne's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Karolyne Roberts is a bestselling author and speaker who is blazing the trail for change-makers and transformational leaders around the globe. Through her YouTube channel, she impacts and inspires over 438,000 subscribers worldwide. Karolyne and her husband, Kal Roberts, are cofounders of Miss Eternity (misseternity.com). Karolyne's women's ministry, Dear Daddy (deardaddy.com), was created for women to embrace their God-given identity as daughters of the King and grow in intimacy with the Father. Karolyne is also the founder and CEO of the Writers Retreat (writersretreat.com), where she helps believers use their voice and writing to make an impact for the kingdom.

    30 min

  3. May 18

    How to See God in Your Story | Interview with Laurie Polich Short

    Have you ever looked back and questioned where was God during the hard or painful moments? Are you at the point in life where you're looking for meaning in the things that you've gone through? In this episode, Barb is joined by speaker and author Laurie Polich Short to talk about her book Tracking God in Your Life: How to See God's Work in Your Past, Experience His Presence, and Trust Him with Your Future. Together, they explore how to recognize God's fingerprints in your everyday life — even when you question whether He sees you.  Listen in as Laurie shows us how every experience can become evidence of God's presence. She also highlights how creating your own "pile of stones" can help you remember His faithfulness. If you've ever struggled to see where God is at work in your life, this conversation will help you trace His footprints with confidence. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Laurie on Instagram Connect with Laurie on Facebook Tracking God in Your Life: How to See God's Work in Your Past, Experience His Presence, and Trust Him with Your Future Visit Laurie's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Laurie Polich Short is a popular speaker, author, and part of the teaching team at Oceanhills Covenant Church in Santa Barbara, California. A graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, Laurie has spoken to more than a half million people at conferences, colleges, churches, and denominational events around the country, and she has been featured on PBS, Focus on the Family, RightNow Media, and more.

    33 min

  4. May 13

    God, I'm Tired of Dieting | Interview with Brandice Lardner

    Have you ever felt stuck on the diet roller coaster, bouncing between restriction, failure, and shame? In this episode, Barb is joined by personal trainer and nutrition coach Brandice Lardner, founder of Grace Filled Plate, to talk about food freedom, faith-based wellness, and breaking free from diet culture for good. Brandice shares her personal journey through dieting and disordered eating, and how it led her to create a compassionate, grace-filled approach to health that meets women's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. They discuss why traditional diets fail, how all-or-nothing thinking keeps women stuck in cycles of restriction and shame, and what it looks like to build "fruitful habits" instead of chasing perfect eating. If you're tired of the diet roller coaster and ready for a sustainable, Christ-centered approach to healthy living, this conversation will give you practical tools — and real hope — for lasting change.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Brandice on Instagram Connect with Brandice on Facebook Fully Nourished: A Grace-Filled Approach to Ditch Diets and Find Peace with Food and Your Body Visit Brandice's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Brandice Lardner is a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and owner and author of Grace Filled Plate, which she founded in 2017. She has helped hundreds of women through one-on-one and group coaching programs, teaching them how to find food freedom by meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. She's appeared on numerous podcasts, including Do It Scared with Ruth Soukup, and has been featured as a guest expert on MyFitnessPal, TLC Online, MapMyRun, and Women's Running. She lives in Clearwater, Florida, with her family.

    31 min

  5. Apr 20

    Holding on to Hope in a Heavy World | Episode with Shannan Martin

    Most of our days are lived in the in-between; ordinary hours filled with small griefs, flickers of joy, quiet disappointments, and unexpected beauty.  In this heartfelt conversation, Barb sits down with bestselling author Shannan Martin to talk about her newest book, Counterweights, and how to stay hopeful in a world that often feels heavy. With humor and honesty, Shannan shares the life-changing practice of "counterweights" — learning to hold both the good and the hard at the same time. Together, they explore how to navigate what's outside our control, notice the ordinary delights hiding in plain sight, and experience life as deeply good, even when it's tough. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or weary, this episode is a gentle invitation to remain upright, hopeful, and fully alive right where you are.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Shannan on Instagram Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World Visit Shannan's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Shannan Martin is the bestselling author of several books, including Start with Hello, The Ministry of Ordinary Places, and the popular Substack The Soup. She is a wannabe gardener, a news geek, a fighter for justice, and a thrift store stalker. She and her family live as grateful neighbors in Goshen, Indiana, where Shannan is on staff at the local community kitchen.

    32 min

  6. Apr 6

    Searching for God in Seasons of Silence | Interview with Dominique Young

    Sometimes it feels like God is silent, leaving us unsure of where to turn or how to keep going. In this episode, Barb speaks with Dominique Young, author of God, Where Are You? and founder of Faith Mamas, as she shares her own journey through grief, doubt, and unanswered prayers. They discuss why healing is often a slow process, how faith and therapy can work together, and why dropping the "masks" we wear is essential for real growth.  This episode is full of honest reflection, practical guidance, and hope for anyone navigating seasons of silence, struggle, or uncertainty in their faith.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Dominique on Instagram Connect with Dominique on Facebook God, Where Are You?: Unmasking Your Pain, Uncovering His Presence Visit Dominique's Website Download the Faith Family Worldwide App   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Dominique Young is the founder of Faith Mamas Inc. (Faith Family Worldwide), a community of more than 6,000 Christian women and a private app serving over 1,700 believers. She helps people break free from fear through Scripture and has been featured on the Don't Mom Alone podcast and The Refreshed Moms Podcast. Dominique holds a psychology degree from Hampton University and a master's in theology from Fuller Seminary. She is also a devoted wife and a mother of four.

    33 min

  7. Mar 16

    Finding Peace in Life's Tough Transitions | Interview with Courtney Ellis

    What do you do when the life you planned gives way to a season you never saw coming? In today's episode, Barb is joined by pastor, author, and podcaster Courtney Ellis for a thoughtful conversation about navigating life's tough transitions. Together they explore why God created change, what nature can teach us about living through it, and why even good change can bring real grief.  If you're facing a transition—expected or unexpected—this episode offers wisdom, honesty, and hope for the road ahead.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Courtney on Instagram Connect with Courtney on Facebook Weathering Change: Seeking Peace Amidst Life's Tough Transitions Visit Courtney's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Courtney Ellis is a pastor at Presbyterian Church of the Master in Mission Viejo, California. She is the author of six books, including Looking Up: A Birder's Guide to Hope Through Grief. Courtney hosts The Thing with Feathers, a podcast about birds and hope.

    34 min

  8. Mar 2

    How to Keep Believing When You're Still Waiting | Interview with Lauren Gaskill

    Waiting for a miracle can be one of the hardest places to live, especially when faith wears thin, answers are delayed, and hope feels fragile. In this episode, Barb talks with her long-time friend, author Lauren Gaskill about what it means to hold on to a faith that just won't quit. Drawing from her book Until the Miracle Comes, Lauren shares how to begin again when disappointment has shaken your faith. She'll share encouragement to remember your God-given identity changes everything. She tells us about why lament is a vital part of our faith journeys. This episode will remind you that God is working, even when you cannot see it. If you're believing for a breakthrough and wondering how to keep going, join Barb and Lauren for this powerful conversation.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Lauren on Instagram Connect with Lauren on Facebook Until the Miracle Comes: Finding Victory in a Faith That Won't Quit Visit Lauren's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Lauren Gaskill is an author, speaker, and the founder of the She Found Joy Podcast and retreats. She is passionate about helping others encounter Jesus and become transformed by His love. In her spare time she enjoys singing, hiking with her husband and sons, and baking just about anything — from cookies to crème brûlée.

    31 min
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Welcome to the corner of the internet where Jesus-loving women meet to win at life together. Life is tough, my friend. But so are you. You can do hard things and here on the Bold, Brave and Beautiful Podcast, we're here to help. If you have a heart for living out your purpose, this this the place for you. Join me and amazing special guests as they share inspiring lessons of faith, stories of courage and practical next steps that you can follow toward the adventure of faith and purpose that God has for you. Let's jump into the journey to live bold, choose brave and be beautiful in Christ together.

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