Talk with Toby: Real Life. Real Faith.

Toby Tannas
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Talk with Toby is about people; their lives, their stories, and how faith shows up in the middle of it all. Each episode, Toby sits down with real people who have a relationship with Jesus and talks about what that actually looks like in real life; business, finance, relationships, and everything in between. No pressure. No perfect answers. Just honest conversations.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Fuel, Ignite & Thrive: Nutritionist Tania Gustafson on Midlife Hormones, Blood Sugar & Honouring God With Your Body

    Tania Gustafson is a board-certified nutritionist and behavior specialist who has spent her career helping women rediscover their strength — not through restriction, but through renewal. From a health scare as a teenager to years spent unlearning diet culture, Tania now coaches women through her Fuel Ignite and Thrive program and hosts The Fit Woman Podcast. In this episode, Toby sits down with Tania to talk about what it really means to care for the body God gave us in midlife. They dig into why blood sugar balance is the foundation for hormone health, how chronic inflammation acts like a "check engine light" for our bodies, and why intentional morning rest can change the whole trajectory of your day. Tania also opens up about her own faith journey and how honouring God with her health became an act of worship rather than vanity. Whether you're navigating menopause, feeling stuck in old dieting habits, or just looking for permission to slow down and reset — this one's for you. Topics covered: Moving from dieting and restriction to true nourishmentBlood sugar balance and its role in hormone healthGLP-1 medications, muscle loss, and long-term healthAcute vs. chronic inflammation and the "check engine light" analogyIntentional morning routines and restNon-scale victories and honouring God through healthTania's faith story and Philippians 4:13 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    42 min

  2. Jun 30

    Faith in the Locker Room: Sports Chaplain Don Richmond on Athletes, Identity & Showing Up

    For over 20 years, Don Richmond has had a front-row seat to the lives of young athletes across the Okanagan — as a sports chaplain to hockey teams, football programs, and more. He's been there for the highest highs and the lowest lows, quietly serving players, coaches, and families one pizza-and-Orange-Crush chapel at a time. In this episode, Toby sits down with Pastor Don to talk about what it really means to show up for people, how faith takes root in unexpected places, and why locker rooms are still some of the most honest spaces for conversations about God. Don shares the story of how it all started, what he's learned from decades of ministry with young men, and his simple but powerful life philosophy: Just Show Up. Whether you're a parent, a coach, an athlete, or someone wondering how faith fits into everyday real life — this one's for you. Topics covered: - Sports chaplaincy and faith-based mentorship - Ministry to young athletes and their families - Identity, purpose, and pressure in competitive sports - Why faith conversations still happen in locker rooms - The "Just Show Up" philosophy of ministry - Stories from the Okanagan hockey and football world 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    39 min

  3. Jun 16

    When 'No' Is a Godly Word: Lisa Redl on Burnout, Boundaries & Protecting What Matters Most

    Have you ever been so busy helping everyone else that you lost yourself in the process? In this episode, Toby sits down with Lisa Redl — unfiltered, fiercely protective of her family, and refreshingly honest — for a conversation that a lot of women need to hear but rarely have. Lisa opens up about burning out from a compulsion to help everyone, even people who never asked for it, and how that pattern quietly cost her in her most important relationships. She shares what it took to finally walk away — temporarily — to rediscover who she was outside of everyone else's needs. And now she's channeling that hard-won wisdom into a new project to help other women avoid the same trap. Together, Toby and Lisa dig into the faith side of this too: the idea that 'no' isn't selfish — sometimes it's the most godly word you can say. They talk discernment, boundaries, and what it really means to steward your family and yourself well. In this episode you'll hear: - Why helping people who didn't ask can be just as draining as helping those who did - How burnout can quietly damage your closest relationships before you even notice - What it looks like to step back, reset, and find yourself again - Why 'no' can be an act of faith, not selfishness - Lisa's new project to help women recognize the signs before they hit the wall This one is raw, real, and full of truth. If you've ever felt stretched too thin trying to hold everyone else together — this conversation is for you. Connect with Lisa Redl and follow her new project on Facebook: Lisa Marie Redl Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    50 min

  4. Jun 9

    Talk with Toby - Kristin Edstrom - Counselling with Christ in the Room

    🎙️ Talk with Toby: Real Life. Real Faith. In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Edstrom, counsellor, wife, mother, and a woman passionate about helping people find healing through both professional counselling and faith in Christ. For many people, therapy and faith are viewed as separate conversations. Kristin believes they can work together, helping people navigate life’s challenges with both practical tools and spiritual guidance. We talk about trauma, anxiety, healing, parenting, relationships, personal growth, overcoming difficult seasons, and how God often works in the middle of our hardest moments. Whether you’re facing a crisis, working through past wounds, trying to strengthen your relationships, or simply looking to grow in your faith, this conversation offers encouragement, wisdom, and hope. In this episode, we discuss:  ✨ The role faith can play in the counselling process  ✨ Healing from trauma and difficult life experiences  ✨ Parenting through challenges and uncertainty  ✨ Reconnecting with God during difficult seasons  ✨ Personal growth, transformation, and emotional health  ✨ Why asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness If you’ve ever wondered what counselling looks like when Christ is part of the conversation, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    51 min

  5. Jun 2

    Talk with Toby Ep 5 - Pastor Storm Moore

    Pastor Storm Moore from Kelowna's Metro Community joins me for a powerful conversation about loss, grief, homelessness, addiction, outreach, and what faith looks like outside the walls of a church. This episode is raw, emotional, honest, and deeply human. If faith, compassion, or finding strength in life’s hardest moments interests you… this conversation is a good one. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    46 min

  6. May 26

    Talk with Toby Ep 4 Jena Wiebe - From Athiest to Believer

    For years, Jena Wiebe built her identity around hustle, achievement, independence, and success. She was outspoken, ambitious, and openly atheist; focused on building the life she thought would finally bring fulfillment. But eventually, the constant striving stopped working. In this deeply honest conversation, Jena shares what led her away from a life centered on money, status, and self reliance…and down a path of faith, peace, femininity, and a relationship with God she never expected to have. We talk about ambition, identity, burnout, modern culture, personal transformation, and what happens when your priorities and your heart begin to change. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by the pressure to constantly achieve, prove yourself, or chase more… this conversation might really speak to you. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    37 min

  7. May 19

    Talk with Toby Ep 3 - Gary Brucker - Building a Meaningful Life

    A conversation with business man, Gary Brucker about faith, family, careers, creativity, business, relationships, and what it means to build a life that feels meaningful instead of draining. We talk about parenting, career changes, burnout, motivation, music, physical activity, and how God can speak through creativity, discipline, movement, and everyday life. Gary is someone who truly lives life out loud; always chasing growth, purpose, and fulfillment while staying grounded in faith. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or like life has become more about surviving than actually living… this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    45 min

  8. May 12

    Talk With Toby Ep 2 Jenny McKinney - Strength Through the Storms

    Episode 2 of Talk with Toby: Real Life. Real Faith. features Jenny McKinney; one of the Okanagan’s most loved makeup artists. Known for her artistry, compassion, bright spirit, and boundless energy, Jenny has spent years making others feel beautiful and confident. But behind the smile is a story of heartbreak, resilience, and faith. Jenny opens up about childhood trauma, grief, and walking beside her husband through his fifth battle with cancer. In this deeply personal conversation, we talk about fear, uncertainty, suffering, and the moments where God carried her when she didn’t think she could keep going. If you’re going through something difficult right now, this episode will remind you that you are not alone. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    40 min

  9. May 4

    Talk with Toby Ep 1 - Scott Lanigan- Curious About Faith? Start Here.

    What does it actually look like to live out your faith in real life? Not the polished version. The real one. In our very first episode, Toby sits down with Scott Lanigan, lead pastor at Trinity Church, home to Kelowna’s largest congregation. But don’t let the title fool you. Scott is as real and down to earth as they come and this conversation proves it. Toby also gets personal, opening up about her own journey back to faith and what that’s actually looked like. No filter. No perfect answers. Just an honest conversation about life, doubt, purpose and what faith can look like in the middle of it all. Whether you’re testing the waters, coming back after a long time away, or deeply rooted in your faith, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Talk with Toby — Real Life. Real Faith. New episodes drop Tuesdays. 👇 Follow along: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Instagram: @talkwithtoby 💬 Have a story to share or want to be a guest?  Reach out at ttannas1@shaw.ca

    57 min
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Talk with Toby is about people; their lives, their stories, and how faith shows up in the middle of it all. Each episode, Toby sits down with real people who have a relationship with Jesus and talks about what that actually looks like in real life; business, finance, relationships, and everything in between. No pressure. No perfect answers. Just honest conversations.

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