NanaGram Podcast. Richly Rooted, Growing Wild

Angela Wade & Renae Nafziger

Welcome to the NanaGram Podcast, where faith runs deep, laughter comes easy and legacy grows wild. We're two young(ish) grandmas who still have kids at home. Around here we talk about faith, family and the everyday moments that shape our legacy.  

Episodes

  1. 🎙 Episode 4: From Santa Stress to Sacred Traditions: A Real Talk on Holiday Legacy

    6D AGO

    🎙 Episode 4: From Santa Stress to Sacred Traditions: A Real Talk on Holiday Legacy

    What does it look like to move from Santa stress to sacred traditions that actually shape faith—not just fill calendars? In this NanaGram episode, we sit down with our dear friend Kerry Perry for a heartfelt, often hilarious conversation about Christ-centered Christmas traditions, meaningful Advent practices, and what it really means to become an intentional grandmother in this season of life. Kerry shares how her family gradually shifted from Santa- and Elf-focused holiday rhythms to Scripture-anchored traditions that point clearly to Jesus—and how those choices have shaped her children and grandchildren over time. We talk about handmade ornaments, reading Scripture as a family, Advent resources that grow with your kids, and how to lovingly come alongside adult children as they build their own families. Kerry also opens up about her personal faith journey, the mentors who gently discipled her, and why prayer, presence, and consistency have become central to the legacy she’s building. This episode is full of wisdom, laughter, and practical encouragement for women who love family traditions but want something deeper than holiday hustle. In this episode, we cover: Shifting Christmas traditions to keep Christ at the centerAdvent practices that work for kids, teens, and familiesWhy Scripture-based traditions matter over timeBecoming an intentional grandmother without oversteppingSpeaking life and identity over children and grandchildrenHow legacy is built through presence, prayer, and consistencyWhy mentorship and “walking alongside” matter at every ageWhether you’re a grandmother, a mom with older kids, or someone longing to create faith-rooted family rhythms, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, refocus, and embrace traditions that truly last. 🌿 NanaGram — Richly Rooted. Growing Wild. A faith-filled space for young-ish grandmothers navigating legacy, joy, and the next season God is writing. If this episode encouraged you:  👍 Leave a review  💬 Share your favorite family tradition  🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, family, and joyful living We’d love to pray with you and cheer your season on! 📲 IG/FB/YouTube: @NanaGramPodcast Email: nanagrampodcast@gmail.com Scripture this episode: Philippians 1:9–11 Richly Rooted. Growing Wild.

    55 min
  2. 🎧 Episode 3 – Feeling Stuck? How to Embrace Change with Faith & Clarity

    DEC 1

    🎧 Episode 3 – Feeling Stuck? How to Embrace Change with Faith & Clarity

    In today’s NanaGram episode, we sit down with life coach and author Nicole Horsch for a deep, hope-filled conversation about embracing the new seasons God brings. Whether you’re stepping into grandmotherhood, navigating the empty nest years, or simply wondering what God is doing in this chapter of your life, this episode offers wisdom, clarity, and encouragement for your heart. Nicole shares how God is always doing something new (Isaiah 43:19) and how we can learn to perceive it instead of resisting it. She walks us through the difference between counseling and coaching, why so many women get stuck in familiar patterns, and what it looks like to move from overthinking into clarity and confidence. You’ll hear stories from Nicole’s own journey, insights from her training as a Christian life coach, and practical tools for noticing what God is doing in your everyday life. We also explore:  • What keeps women from embracing new seasons  • How to discern the patterns that keep us stuck  • Why Deuteronomy 30:19 is a life-changing coaching verse  • What “choosing life” really means in our daily decisions  • How identity, boundaries, and biblical truth shape our next chapter  • Ways to recognize God’s movement in the ordinary and the messy  • How Christian life coaching brings clarity and confidence  • What to do when you feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or resistant to change This conversation is filled with laughter, Scripture, honesty, and the kind of wisdom you only gain from walking closely with the Lord through many seasons. If you’re a young-ish grandmother, a woman rediscovering herself in midlife, or someone craving direction and spiritual grounding, you’ll find so much encouragement here. NanaGram exists to help women live richly rooted and growing wild — anchored in God’s truth while embracing every new season with joy. This episode with Nicole is a beautiful reminder that God has not stopped writing your story, and He has fresh purpose, movement, and abundant life waiting for you. Grab your coffee, settle in, and join us for this powerful, heart-level conversation. We’d love to pray with you and cheer your season on! 📲 IG/FB/YouTube: @NanaGramPodcast Email: nanagrampodcast@gmail.com Scripture this episode: Philippians 1:9–11 Richly Rooted. Growing Wild.

    56 min
  3. NOV 17

    🎧 Episode 2 – Saying Yes to God’s Next Chapter: Launching NanaGram and Embracing a New LegacySeason

    Grandparenting with faith | Christian women’s legacy podcast | Faith for women 40+ Welcome to the NanaGram Podcast — where faith runs deep, joy grows wild, and legacy takes root. 🌿 Surrounded by friends during our Launch Party afternoon, we take a first look at how NanaGram began and the heart behind “Richly Rooted & Growing Wild." This debut conversation shares how a simple “yes” to friendship and faith turned into a movement encouraging grandmothers (and soon-to-be nanas!) to live Richly Rooted & Growing Wild. 💬 In this episode, you’ll hear: The inspiring origin story of NanaGram — how God planted the vision through everyday coffee-shop conversations.What it means to say yes to God’s new seasons, even when you feel uncertain or unqualified.How Angela and Renae discovered their shared passion for faith-based legacy, community, and creativity.A powerful reminder from Jeremiah 17:7-8 about staying rooted in the Word and bearing fruit in every season.Encouragement for women navigating midlife, grandparenting, or any chapter of transition. From Angela’s heart for creative storytelling to Renae’s reflections on risk, humor, and saying yes again — this launch episode will make you laugh, nod, and maybe tear up a little. It’s a front-row seat to the beginning of something beautiful: a community where grandmothers grow in faith, friendship, and purpose. ✨ Key Scripture: “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord… they will be like a tree planted by the water.” — Jeremiah 17:7-8 🎙️ Listen for: “We’ve spent years putting down roots in the Lord — now we get to grow wild.” “Just because it slows down doesn’t mean it stops. The thriving keeps going.” Whether you’re a new grandma, an empty-nester, or simply craving connection, this episode invites you to laugh, learn, and lean into the season God has for you. 👉 Subscribe and share with a friend, daughter, or Nana who needs encouragement today. 🪴 Follow along at @NanaGramPodcast and join our growing community of faith-filled women embracing every season with joy and purpose. We’d love to pray with you and cheer your season on! 📲 IG/FB/YouTube: @NanaGramPodcast Email: nanagrampodcast@gmail.com Scripture this episode: Philippians 1:9–11 Richly Rooted. Growing Wild.

    20 min
  4. NOV 3

    The Sweet Season of Grandparenting: Legacy, Hospitality, and Iron-Sharpens-Iron Friendships

    What does it look like to step into the “sweet season” of grandparenting while still juggling teens, adult children, and real-life responsibilities? In this first episode, we talk about embracing new seasons with faith and intention—reading Philippians 1:9–11 and asking God to help us discern what really matters. From golf lessons and engagement photos on a rainy day to learning new skills and hosting craft nights, we explore how to invest in multi-generational community, create a quiet mind in a noisy world, and show up for our families without overstepping. We laugh about tabs (so many tabs!), share why grandparents feel like “icing on the cake,” and get practical about being a complement—not a replacement—to parents’ wishes. In this episode: Philippians 1:9–11 and discerning “what really matters”Embracing new seasons: grandparenting, teen years, retirement, career shiftsMulti-generational community: being present for younger women (Titus 2 vibes)“Richly Rooted, Growing Wild”: where legacy and adventure overlapQuiet mind habits vs. 37 browser tabs and social scroll fatigueRespecting parents’ boundaries + being a true helpHospitality, craft nights, and simple ways to build friendshipsHolding two seasons at once—joy and grief—and inviting the Holy Spirit’s helpSelf-care without guilt; walking, worship, and learningWho this is for:  Young(ish) grandmas, women stepping into new life chapters, and anyone craving a faith-anchored, multi-generational community where encouragement, presence, and prayer shape real life. Scripture: Philippians 1:9–11 Try this: Host a simple “learn-and-make” night (cards, watercolor, basic knitting). Everyone completes something and takes it home—instant community builder. Question of the week: What season are you in right now—and what would truly help you? Tell us so we can pray and cheer you on. We’d love to pray with you and cheer your season on! 📲 IG/FB/YouTube: @NanaGramPodcast Email: nanagrampodcast@gmail.com Scripture this episode: Philippians 1:9–11 Richly Rooted. Growing Wild.

    51 min

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Welcome to the NanaGram Podcast, where faith runs deep, laughter comes easy and legacy grows wild. We're two young(ish) grandmas who still have kids at home. Around here we talk about faith, family and the everyday moments that shape our legacy.