Say Less Farris

Farris Matthews
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Welcome to Say Less Farris, where God, growth, and grit collide. Hosted by yours truly, a Detroit Native who’s been through hell and back! It’s giving unfiltered wisdom, wrapped in faith, healing, and soft truths. From purpose to pivoting, glam to grit, it’s all here. Very Detroit. Very Intentional. Very much that Girl. New episodes drop every Thursday!

Episodes

  1. 09/05/2025

    Weapons Formed, Still Standing

    In this episode of Say Less Farris, I’m pulling back the curtain on what happens when leadership protects family dysfunction instead of protecting the flock. From twisted scriptures to whispered lies, I’ve seen how manipulation can wound people who were only trying to serve God with sincerity. But here’s the truth: every weapon that formed against me failed. I share how I kept standing through it all, how God continues to elevate in spite of opposition, and why your calling can’t be canceled by cliques, family ties, or favoritism. This is an episode of honesty, empowerment, and hope for anyone who’s ever been silenced, overlooked, or lied on.

  2. 08/15/2025

    Sisterhood Over Aesthetics

    In this episode of Say Less Farris, I’m calling out the “mean girl” and clique culture that’s become too common in the church. From fake friendships built for social media to the lack of genuine support for anyone outside the “popular” circle, I’ve seen it all, and it’s not Christlike. I share the story of my real sisterhood with Bri and our late friend Tiffany, a bond that broke the cycle and reminded me what true connection feels like. We discuss why authentic relationships matter, how to distinguish between aesthetics and authenticity, and how to cultivate the kind of sisterhood that reflects God’s love. This one is raw, heartfelt, and a call to do better.

  3. 08/01/2025

    Soft Girl Era

    What happens when you choose softness but the Church tries to make you hard? In this episode, I reflect on being the youngest female leader in a male-dominated church culture. I share how I was labeled difficult for protecting my peace and explain what the soft girl era really means...wisdom, rest, and emotional clarity. We’ll also look at Mary and Martha in Luke 10 and what their story teaches us about presence and purpose. If you’ve ever been misunderstood, micromanaged, or misjudged, this one’s for you.

  4. 07/24/2025

    Smaller Rooms

    What if the room didn’t shrink — what if you did? In this debut episode of Say Less, Farris, I open up about the moments I folded to fit. Not because I lacked the gift, but because the room was more comfortable with me small. From being praised in public to questioned in private, this one’s for anyone who’s ever been made to feel like too much. Too bold. Too gifted. Too called. But here’s the truth: God didn’t ask you to shrink. He called you to take up space on purpose. Let’s talk about obedience, unlearning the fear, and standing tall even when it makes people uncomfortable.

    Smaller Rooms
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About

Welcome to Say Less Farris, where God, growth, and grit collide. Hosted by yours truly, a Detroit Native who’s been through hell and back! It’s giving unfiltered wisdom, wrapped in faith, healing, and soft truths. From purpose to pivoting, glam to grit, it’s all here. Very Detroit. Very Intentional. Very much that Girl. New episodes drop every Thursday!

Information

  • Creator
    Farris Matthews
  • Years Active
    2025
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Farris Matthews
  • Show Website
    Say Less Farris