Episodes

Join us on this inspiring episode of the Saved and Strong Podcast as we welcome Carrie Burge, host of Chewing on the Cud Podcast. Listen to her powerful testimony of faith as she shares her Saved and Strong story. Carrie is a junior in college majoring in Christian Ministry. She opens up about how music, friendships, church community, discipleship, mentorship, summer camp, and have shaped her walk with Christ. Her prayers for friends have been answered. Her mentors have guided her. And she shar...

From a Ukrainian orphanage to the Miss Mississippi crown, Anna Leah Jolly’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and hope. Adopted at age 11 into a Mississippi family, Anna Leah discovered both her love of dance and her God-given purpose. Today, she is a student in the Dance Department at Belhaven University and the first foreign-born Miss Mississippi, crowned in June 2025. As Miss Mississippi, Anna Leah is using her platform “Limitless” to serve children in foster care, adoption, and abuse ...

In this inspiring episode of the Saved and Strong podcast, host Carrie Watts sits down with Erna Boehs, author of Woven for His Purpose: Embracing the Gift of Unconditional Love God Has for You. Erna shares her heartfelt journey from living under the weight of “doing it all” to embracing God’s unconditional love and rediscovering her true worth. As a writer, coach, and encourager of women, Erna empowers moms and women everywhere to set healthy boundaries, release shame, and walk confidently i...

In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode of the Saved and Strong podcast, host Carrie Watts sits down with Angelé Morris, a licensed professional clinical counselor (MS, LPCC) in North Dakota and author of Nowhere (Now Here): From Lost to Found. For more than a decade, Angelé has walked with individuals through some of life’s darkest valleys—helping them move from brokenness to breakthrough with grace, empathy, and faith. Angelé opens up about her own healing journey and the faith that fuels...

Join Carrie Watts on Saved and Strong as she sits down with Haley V. Craft, author, lifelong learner, and follower of Jesus, to explore how God’s fingerprints show up in the everyday moments of life. Haley shares her heart for encouraging others, the joy she finds in writing, jewelry design, and quiet afternoons in the sunshine with a good book. Discover practical ways to notice God in the ordinary, embrace your creative gifts, and live with intention and faith. Haley also shares insights fro...

Carrie welcomes Pam Pegram, a Leadership & Personal Growth Coach, author, speaker, podcaster, and mentor who empowers Christian women to rise into their God‑given calling. With over 25 years of experience as a Leader of Leaders in the MLM space, Pam combines biblical wisdom with practical leadership principles to help women lead with confidence, courage, and clarity. Pam is the voice behind the Engage for More podcast and the Master What Matters blog, both designed to encourage women to focus...

Carrie Watts, Saved and Strong Podcast Host, is also an author and a speaker. See carriewatts.com for a press kit and more information about her debut novel, Crisis of Faith. Connect with Carrie or find out more about HopeWriters and HopeBooks here: https://linktr.ee/carriewatts Amber J. Parker is a former Physician Assistant who became a caregiver, mental health advocate, and speaker. She is the upcoming author of The Forgotten Caregiver of Mental Crisis: Navigating Suicidality After Trauma ...

Kelly Ann Snyder is a Christian writer, speaker, and teacher passionate about helping others live free from fear and full of joy, secure in God’s perfect love. Grateful to God for rescuing her from fear, she started a blog, launched a podcast, and created a small group for women at her church. She also wrote her first book, Living Perfectly Loved. In her personal time, Kelly enjoys fresh flowers, nature walks, decorating, sipping tea, and studying God’s Word. She resides in sunny San Diego, C...

In this inspiring episode of the Saved and Strong podcast, host Carrie Watts welcomes Shay Greenwood—a powerful voice of encouragement, Certified Kingdom Life Coach, homeschool mom of five, and co-author of the memoir If Love Could Heal. For over 30 years, Shay has helped Christian women embrace God’s call, walking by faith in every season. Eight years ago, her husband, Roosevelt, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Prostate Cancer and given 18–24 months to live. Through relentless prayer, ...

In this inspiring episode of the Saved and Strong Podcast, host Carrie Watts sits down with Sylvia McNeil—educator, author, intercessor, and founder of Precious Children’s Mobile Mission in Jackson, Mississippi. For over 15 years, Sylvia has poured into children and adults in underserved communities, providing financial literacy, computer training, character development, and creative expression. As a graduate of Christ For The Nations Bible Institute and the University of Southern Mississippi, ...

Saved and Strong host, Carrie Watts, welcomes guest Jesslyn McCutcheon. Jesslyn's memoir, Fighting Goliath: Slaying the Giant of Bipolar Disorder, and her nonprofit ministry, Fighting Goliath for Mental Illness, are dedicated to supporting women living with bipolar disorder. Diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder for over two decades, Jesslyn is passionate about overcoming the hopelessness this illness can bring. She empowers women to lead fulfilling lives through resources, shared experiences, and t...

The Saved and Strong Podcast welcomes Kim Patton, As a busy adoptive and foster mama living in North Carolina with her husband, Kevin, and their two daughters, Eden and Shiloh, she’s also an author, speaker, and podcast host. Since 2022, she has hosted the Book Therapy with Kim Patton podcast, where she explores literature that offers encouragement, insight, and comfort for life's seasons. Her second book, Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well Through Difficult Seasons, reflects on personal growth ami...

Joy Overcame Sorrow with Dr. Jerry Woodbridge is a heartwarming podcast that delves into the transformative power of healing after loss. Hosted by Carrie Watts, Dr. Jerry Woodbridge shares her journey as a widow, educator, and author of Joy Overcame Sorrow and Joy’s Journal. Through personal stories, expert advice, and practical tools, Dr. Woodbridge offers support for those navigating grief and loss. With over 40 years of experience in education and a deep passion for helping others find hope,...

In Episode 21 of the Saved and Strong Podcast, Frailine Rolluqui, a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, shares her incredible journey of healing, joy, and God’s provision. Frailine, originally from the Philippines and mother of five, has experienced profound challenges in her life, including divorce, abandonment, and grief. However, her faith in God has led her through these dark moments, and she now serves as an inspiration to others. As the owner of Charmed Collections, Frailine creates beautif...

In this powerful episode of Saved and Strong, Tina Akridge shares her inspiring story of walking through an eight-year journey of battling cancer alongside her husband—a journey that ended with his homegoing but opened the door for a new calling. Tina is a faith-filled speaker, writer, and encourager whose heart beats to help women grow closer to Abba Father, even in the depths of grief. She vulnerably unpacks how God’s grace met her in the hardest moments and how His presence carried her throug...

Ready to stop craving external validation and discover your true worth in Jesus? In this powerful episode of Saved and Strong, Carrie Watts chats with Christian author and mentor Tracy Harper about transforming your mindset from seeking affirmation from others to confidently standing in your God-given identity. Tracy shares her inspiring journey of helping young women break free from people-pleasing, overcoming emotional overwhelm, and embracing the Holy Spirit’s guidance. If you're tired of sea...

Calling all readers and history lovers! On Episode 17 of the Saved and Strong Podcast, host Carrie Watts sits down with Sarah Krizek, author of Beyond the Surface (August 2024 release). Sarah shares the real-life World War II history that inspired her powerful historical fiction novel, including the tragic story of the SS Leopoldville and the 66th Division on Christmas Eve, 1944. Join us as we dive into the facts behind the fiction, explore themes of love, resilience, and faith, and learn how ...

In This Episode (Sexual Assault Awareness Month Highlights) Sharing prevention and treatment of sexual assault, from immediate crisis response to long-term support. Beth and Tierra walk through what happens when a survivor seeks help – including medical care, forensic exams by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, reporting options, and ongoing counseling – offering insight into how survivors can be cared for with dignity and compassion at every stage. How to Talk to Kids About Consent, Safety, and...

Join us on the Saved and Strong Podcast for a powerful and heartfelt conversation with author and devotional writer, Paula Romang. In this episode, Hope After Heartache, Paula shares her journey of deep grief and unwavering faith following the loss of her son, Matthew, at just twelve years old. As a mother of twins—including a son with special needs—and a woman who has walked through unspeakable sorrow, Paula opens up about how scripture became her lifeline, and how Jesus remains her stronghold...

In this powerful episode, we highlight the life-changing work of the Center for Pregnancy Choices Metro (CPC Metro)—a nonprofit pregnancy resource center in Jackson, Mississippi, dedicated to supporting women facing unplanned pregnancies. CPC Metro provides free pregnancy services, abortion recovery programs, and faith-based counseling with a mission to make abortion unthinkable through prevention, intervention, and ongoing support. Join me as I sit down with Mary Evelyn and Betty, two passiona...

In this enlightening episode of the Saved and Strong Podcast, we sit down with Mary Spencer Veazey, a gifted storyteller and faith advocate from Georgia. Mary shares her incredible journey from the deep roots of her Southern upbringing to her vibrant life in Nashville, where she blends humor with profound truths about Jesus. As the Engagement Manager for Daystar Counseling Ministries, Mary’s mission is to inspire others through her relatable writing and engaging storytelling. Join us as we explo...

From the baseball field to business coaching ~ Today's Saved and Strong Podcast guest is Amy Files, High Performance Coach, Mindset Mentor, and Spiritual Growth Guide. Her specialty is mindset and goal achievement with a dedication to helping ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and women breakthrough limitations, reprogram their mindsets, and achieve success beyond what they thought possible. Through her coaching business, NEXT LEVEL COACHING, she empowers women to build confidence, shift t...

Sara Dangerfield traded in the lakes of Minnesota for the prairies of North Dakota in order to serve alongside her husband in ministry first as children’s pastors and now as lead pastors. Leading in this capacity opened Sara’s eyes to the lack of evangelistic hearts within the church, and has been spending her time discipling followers of Jesus to be multipliers. Sara enjoys a good baseball game, has a talent for embarrassing her three kids, and is driven by a deep love for worldwide missions...

Janelle Martin, LPC-Associate, LCDC, IASIS Certified Provider, The Mind Connection Janelle grew up in rural northeast Iowa in a large blended family. As a new bride and a college graduate, she moved to Houston, Texas. Ready to experience her new big city life, she enjoyed it from the moment she arrived! However, once her son and daughter were born, she moved them to the country, raising them in a similar fashion to her own upbringing. Professionally, her life’s path has taken many twists and t...