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   1. 39 | Women Actively & Powerfully Aging: It’s not over, you’re not too old, & it’s not too late!

   Ladies (and men), it’s time to get back in the game!!  I donated a kidney less than a year ago so if I can do it, YOU can do it too!  Seriously, there is so much complaining in the world about aging and how we feel as we age.  It’s become normal to just complain that this is just what happens as you get older so you might as well learn to live with it.  When did we become a society that believes you can’t age actively and powerfully and you just give up instead? When did we decide that it’s easi

   May 15,2024 34:21
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   2. 38 | Breast Cancer Survivor Kelly Kohn: Her Health & Fitness Journey, Winning the Battle Against Breast Cancer, and Her Passion to Pursue Her Dreams & Help Other Women

   Today I’m chatting with Kelly Kohn.  I discovered Kelly recently on Instagram from a post on Women Who Lift Weights and I was intrigued immediately by her story and her bubbly, encouraging personality and her daily motivational fitness reels on her IG page. Kelly is a mom to 3 boys, struggled with weight and exercise for years and then finally was able to lose over 80lbs.  In September 2023, Kelly began pursuing her dream of being a personal trainer when in October 2023 she was hit with the news

   May 08,2024 42:17
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   3. 37 | Perimenopause & Menopause: Equipping Women to Change the Narrative and Believe You Can Feel Good Again!

   We’re going to cover the action steps you can take to walk through this perimenopause/menopause journey with the tools you need to embrace the changes in your body. This can be a beautiful next step in your season of life if we equip ourselves and embrace it instead of dreading it. It doesn’t have to be awful if we’re equipped and empowered with the tools we need to set us up to be our own best health advocate.  My hope is that my story and all that I learned can guide you into perimenopause and

   May 01,2024 27:01
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   4. Paquet Family Farm: Homesteading & Returning to The Simple Things in Life

   Today, I’m chatting with a very special guest and she’s also family!  My cousin Abby Paquet is joining me today to share about her family’s life and the changes they’ve made over the last few years to get back to a simpler way of life.  Abby is a mom to two beautiful boys, wife to her high school sweetheart, registered nurse, photographer, Believer, and most recently, homesteader.  Abby has many passions including knitting, homemaking, cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, and caring for their dog

   Apr 24,2024 57:46
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   5. Carla’s Convos: Daily Routines for Healthy Habits & Consistent Rhythms

   Today on Carla’s Convos we talk about how we start and end each day and why it’s so important. Being intentional with creating these daily habits will get easier and easier as you keep doing them. Consistency!  Just don’t give up! If you miss anything, don’t beat yourself up. Just move on and start fresh! Before you know it, you’ll have created healthy habits and a sustainable, amazing, new lifestyle!  Use my ideas but make your daily routine your own so that it works for you.  The important thi

   Apr 18,2024 17:12
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   6. Liz Haselmayer: Homegrown Education | Foundations of Homesteading and Nourished Families

   My listeners asked so I’m delivering! I’ve had so many questions about homesteading and getting back to the basics after my February 28th episode on “Getting Back to a Traditional Way of Life | Homesteading State of Mind". So today I had the privilege of chatting with Liz Haselmayer.  Liz is a homeschooling mother to three daughters and the creator of Homegrown Education.  She’s passionate about teaching kids the foundations of real food and raising “wildly capable” kids with her husband. They a

   Apr 10,2024 01:01:42
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   7. START With ONE - A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health: Mind, Body, & Spirit with Kathleen Klug

   On today’s episode, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Kathleen Klug about holistic, integrated health and wellness.  Kathleen is a 40-year veteran in the profession of Fitness, Health, & Wellness, and currently serves as an IIN Holistic Health Coach, a Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente, and a Speaker.  She is also the creator of START with ONE eCourse, and author of the book, START with ONE - A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health -  Body, Mind, and Spirit. Kathleen inspires,

   Apr 03,2024 01:02:17
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   8. A Journey Through Holy Week to Easter Sunday

   I took a little diversion from my normal podcasts to focus on celebrating Holy Week leading up to Easter Resurrection Sunday. It truly is a journey filled with so many heart-wrenching and beautiful moments. It’s the story of Jesus Christ's journey to the cross, dying for us, and rising again on Easter Sunday.   I share what each day means during Holy Week, scripture, and my own thoughts along the way.  I pray that this episode speaks to your heart in only ways that God can do.  Please share this

   Mar 27,2024 28:18
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   9. This Season of Life: Being a Caregiver & Parenting Aging Parents | Kim & Mike Barnes

   *Rebroadcast of Episode 10 I’m sharing this episode again because I felt it on my heart to get this important information out there again.  I’ve had several friends recently reach out because they are now walking through this very difficult season of life as a caregiver to a parent. I don’t want anyone to feel alone and overwhelmed because there are resources out there to help them. Parenting Aging Parents makes it easier because you can get everything you need all in one place. It was truly the

   Mar 20,2024 01:08:16
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    10. Getting Back To A Traditional Way Of Life | Homesteading State of Mind

    Doesn’t it seem like more and more people are wanting to get back to the basics? There’s been an increasing desire to learn to become more self-sufficient as we get to know our local farmers and discover all the ways that we can provide for our families in a more sustainable and traditional way. We’re hungry to know more about the benefits of utilizing “back to nature” simple ingredients in a world that is now filled with so many toxins & chemicals. We’re bombarded with them and they’re becoming

    Feb 28,2024 01:01:43
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    11. These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things

    Today is a fun, short episode! I continually receive questions asking what are my favorite things, my favorite products, my daily must-haves, and my favorite podcasts.  So, I thought I’d take a few minutes today to share some of those with you.  You can find the links mentioned below and also in my Linktree which includes my Amazon favorites.  You can always reach out to me through email or DM’s too. I’d love to hear from you if you try any of these!  Feel free to share some of your favorites wi

    Feb 21,2024 22:09
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    12. EP28: Marriage - Your Husband & Your Family Are Worth Fighting For | Special Anniversary & Valentine’s Day Episode

    Today on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, my husband and I celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary!  I thought this was the perfect time to share my thoughts, encouragement, overcoming marriage challenges, tips for growing stronger together through it all, and tools that will help you to put on your armor and fight for your marriage and your family. Your marriage is worth every battle, hardship, and struggle especially once you get to the other side where you’ll be thanking God that you never gave

    Feb 14,2024 19:16
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    13. EP27: Women, Community, Friendships, The Table, & Warrior Women Intl.

    On today’s episode, I’m sharing what’s been on my heart lately.  A few topics include: women, community, friendships, my monthly women’s gathering called The Table, and also the incredible organization I’m involved with that I’ve been sharing so much about on Instagram - Warrior Women Intl.  If you’ve listened to my previous episodes, you already know my passion is to be a “Connector!” I absolutely love bringing women together in community.  Women need each other to encourage and strengthen and

    Feb 07,2024 28:41
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    14. EP26: It’s Never Too Late & You’re Never Too Old: 71 Year Old Inspiring You To Get Fit & Healthy | Pauline Adeleke

    Pauline is a 71-year old ON-FIRE fitness coach!  She is an online fitness trainer on her Youtube channel: Ageless Fitness Lifestyle.  You can’t help but be inspired by the joy, enthusiasm and zest for a healthy lifestyle that Pauline has.  She loves to work with women of all ages (particularly over 50) challenging them to wake up the fitness warrior within. She’ll inspire you to truly believe that you’re never too old and it’s not too late! Pauline’s passion is driven by her desire to show women

    Jan 31,2024 46:55
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    15. E25: Mother Daughter Q&A: Answering Your Listener Questions (Part Two)

    My daughter, Mary Grace and I released Part 1 of our Q&A from your listener submitted questions on EP24. Now, you can listen to Part 2 here!Our hope is that our conversations inspire you to grow, strengthen, and flourish in your relationship with your kids. Even if they’re challenging now, it’s not too late to change that. The time is now to invest in those relationships, lead by example, be present, laugh, dance, and savor this precious time in your lives with your children.It’s true… they grow

    Jan 24,2024 56:54
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    16. EP24: Mother Daughter Q&A: Answering Your Listener Questions (Part One)

    Today I’m joined by a very special guest, my daughter, Mary Grace Allen.  It was such a treat to record this podcast together and answer your questions that you submitted to us.  We got to walk down memory lane and share some of our best memories, laughs, stories, inspirations, life happenings, and so much more.   We divided this into 2 separate episodes because well, you know, we just got carried away with our stories!  Our listeners asked so many amazing questions that I know you won’t want to

    Jan 17,2024 47:44
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    17. I’ll be back in January 2024!

    My faithful listeners, I’m taking a break from all things podcasting until the new year to slow down and spend time enjoying my family and friends. This is my family’s first year without my precious Dad so I want to honor him and savor each moment with my mom, kiddos, and my hubby. I am so looking forward to the New Year and some amazing guests I’ve got lined up for you!  I pray that this Christmas season is filled with the beauty of Jesus, family, friends, serving others, slowing down, and enjo

    Dec 20,2023 03:23
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    18. EP23: Kidney Buddies: 6-Month Update After Kidney Transplant Surgery with Carla & Tammy

    Carla & Tammy give you the scoop about the last six months since their kidney transplant surgery on June 7, 2023.  We share our healing journey, stories that happened along the way, surprises, miracles, and a friend who was so inspired by our story that she has now been accepted to donate her kidney, and so, so much more!   Join us as we celebrate our victories, laugh, and praise God for all that He’s done for us along the way.  “Faith over Fear” has been our motto and has carried us through thi

    Dec 06,2023 54:44
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    19. EP22: Encouragement For The Holiday Season

    Today I’m just sharing a few of my thoughts, updates, encouragement, self-care, health & wellness ideas, and just giving out a little support and accountability as we finish out 2023 and this holiday season!  Grab your coffee or your earbuds and walking shoes and listen in on this short, solo episode. As always, thanks for listening!CONNECT WITH CARLA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrs

    Nov 29,2023 14:59
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    20. EP21: Amanda B. Porta | Robyn Towt Discuss Breast Implants, Breast Implant Illness (BII), Breast Explants, Botox, Fillers, and Holistic Health & Beauty

    This is Part 2 to episode 20 to further discuss breast implant illness this time from Amanda Porta (The Holistic Beauty Coach).  We’re also joined again by advocate Robyn Towt who was on Part 1 discussing her breast cancer and breast implant illness.   We really dug deep into BII, holistic health, beauty, botox, and fillers.  So much to unpack in this episode!  These women have incredible stories and so much insight that could help many women out there.  If you or anyone you know has breast impl

    Nov 22,2023 01:11:03
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    21. EP20: What You Must Know About Breast Implants, Breast Cancers, & Breast Implant Illness | Robyn Towt

    If you have BREAST IMPLANTS or know someone that does, this episode is an absolute must! Please share and help create awareness. You never know who you might be helping. In today’s episode I’m joined by Robyn Towt.  We dig deep into the politics of breast implants, what is Breast Implant Illness (BII), common symptoms of BII, what is the FDA hiding, what new cancer is now showing up from implants, how to get financial help to get breast implants removed, how to advocate for yourself, and how to

    Nov 15,2023 01:10:15
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    22. EP19: April Larson | A Conversation About Biblical, Married Sex & Mid-Life

    Did you know that culture wants us to think that marriage is where sex goes to die? When actually people don’t reach their sexual prime until their 40’s, 50’s, & beyond!  How encouraging is that? April and I dig deep into exposing the lies of what the world tells us about married sex and what is actually true. What does God say about sex?  What does biblical sex look like? How can praying for your sex life can change your world?  God’s plan for sex in a marriage is better than anything we could

    Nov 08,2023 01:18:24
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    23. EP18: Convos with Carla: Answering Your Questions

    Today I am solo and talking about my favorite thing…health coaching and your health! This one is for everyone and for all ages. I’m answering questions you’ve sent to me about health coaching, wellness, time, money, and is it too late. Join me in helping you to age powerfully and learn to become our own best health advocates! Here’s a few of the topics I cover: Who needs a health coach?Coaching feels like a luxury expense & I can’t afford it.What’s the difference between a health coach & a perso

    Nov 01,2023 25:18
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    24. EP17: Convos with Carla: Getting Real About What Every Mid-life Woman Wants to Know! (Part 1)

    I’m doing something fun and a little bit different with two of my very favorite friends, Carrie Farris and April Larson.  We are going to be doing an ongoing series that I’ll publish periodically where we will candidly and openly discuss mid-life, burning issues that so many women are wrestling with now as they navigate this new chapter in their lives. It’s going to be candid, transparent, vulnerable, funny, and authentic. That’s the only way we know how to do life together!  Our goal is that it

    Oct 25,2023 01:10:24
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    25. EP16: Stephanie Rofkahr | Fit.Four.Five: How A Near Tragedy Changed Her Life

    Today my special guest is Stephanie Rofkahr.  Stephanie’s bubbly and infectious personality makes her such a joy to talk to and I know you’re going to love her!  She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach in addition to an NPC bikini body competitor along with a long list of impressive credentials. Stephanie has a personal story to share of a near-tragedy turned miracle that caused her to step back and take a look at her own life and begin to make some big changes.  These changes

    Oct 18,2023 50:24
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    26. EP15: Tamea Smith | 62 Years Old, Embracing Aging & Thriving In Life

    Today I had the absolute pleasure of talking with one of the sweetest humans on the planet!  Tamea Smith is 62 years old, has been married for 43 years, and has five children and seven grandchildren.   Not only is she a flight attendant for the last 20 years but Tamea is a competition bodybuilder!  She earned her pro card at the age of 60 and she now competes in the IFBBPro League as a Masters Bikini Pro. Tamea’s passion is just like mine.  Her greatest desire is to empower women and to encourag

    Oct 11,2023 01:02:52
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    27. EP14: Julia Linn: 66 Year-Old Badass on Aging, Wellness, & No Excuses

    This episode with Julia Linn is about what’s possible at any age no matter the challenges or setbacks you’ve had!  I had the privilege of talking with Julia who is 66 years old and is a fitness influencer, wellness expert, certified coach, author, motivational speaker, and a badass competition bodybuilder!  She has reimagined what it is to be a senior citizen at age 66. Her story of transformation includes severe childhood diabetes, to almost dying at 34 from complications when a double organ tr

    Oct 04,2023 01:02:16
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    28. EP13: This One’s For You Dad: I Didn’t Know

    I’m back after taking a little hiatus after my precious Dad passed away after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s on September 2, 2023.  He was in no pain and died peacefully at home surrounded by family, just as we had prayed. Jesus mercifully answered and took him home to Heaven. Today I’m sharing some life updates including updates on my kidney donation, walking through Alzheimer’s, hospice, grieving, being your own health advocate, faith, family, community, and so much more. I share my heart t

    Sep 27,2023 38:16
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    29. EP12: Mary Fields | 80-Year Old Powerhouse

    Today I have a special treat for you as I chat with my vibrant and energetic, dear friend, Mary Fields.  I first learned about Mary in April of 2021 on another podcast, Nutrition with Judy, and I was immediately inspired and intrigued by this 80-year-old powerhouse Judy had on her podcast!  Judy had mentioned if anyone wanted to get in touch with Mary to email Judy and she’d share her email address so I did and the rest is history! Mary & I have been friends ever since. Mary is a fierce prayer w

    Aug 30,2023 01:04:48
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    30. EP11: Ginny MacColl | 71 Year-Old American Ninja Warrior

    In this episode, I chat with my inspiration, Ginny MacColl who is the oldest person to complete an obstacle on American Ninja Warrior!  She is 71 years young and wow what an inspiration she is to anyone that follows her life story.  She is truly amazing! Ginny is an actress, dancer, and competitive athlete in both Ninja and swimming.  She began her career in NYC as a dancer on Broadway. After a 20-year hiatus to raise her family, Ginny rekindled her acting career in retirement in Southport, NC. 

    Aug 23,2023 01:01:48
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    31. EP10: Parenting Aging Parents | Kim & Mike Barnes

    On today’s episode, we’re talking about a subject that is very near and dear to my heart, especially because this is the season of life I’m walking in now and I know it’s also the space many of our listeners are in right now too. My guests today are Kim & Mike Barnes.  They have each spent more than 30 years on TV here in my hometown of Austin, Texas. Kim was a news anchor/reporter and Mike was a sportscaster.  They have two kids who are both recent college graduates.  They’re empty nesters and

    Aug 16,2023 01:03:12
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    32. EP9: Why I Do What I Do

    Welcome to Your Age Is Not Your Cage with Carla Allen!  I’m so glad you’re here.  We have many new listeners here so I wanted to re-introduce myself and share a little bit about why I do what I do!  This podcast only touches the tip of the iceberg of why I do what I do, but it’ll give an idea of what I’m passionate about and why it matters to you. I hope you enjoy it and gain some new insight from what I’ve shared. My desire is for this to speak to someone who needed to hear this today. I truly

    Aug 09,2023 21:58
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    33. EP8: Emily Cobb | Mighty O’s Miracle Journey

    In my conversation today, Emily’s son Owen or as we like to call him, “Mighty O” is truly a miracle child. You will be in absolute awe of the remarkable courage, dedication, perseverance, and faith that the Cobb family exhibits every single day. Owen required fetal surgery at 25 weeks, has been diagnosed with 10 different types of medical conditions, has undergone countless MRIs, scans, bloodwork, x-rays, etc., and he will for the rest of his life. Owen often asks Emily when he will grow out of

    Jul 26,2023 01:14:21
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    34. EP7: Shawn Osmond | The Secrets That Make You Sick

    Today I’m talking with my dear friend, Shawn Osmond. Shawn and I talk about some very sensitive topics that often stay hidden because of the immense shame and regret we bury deep inside.  Shawn is sharing about her abortions and the addictions that held her hostage for many years. Once Shawn began learning more about Jesus and what it meant to walk in relationship with Him, her life completely changed.  Shawn is a Jesus lover, wife, momma and she’s super passionate about working with women who a

    Jul 19,2023 59:18
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    35. EP6: A Donor’s Story (Part 2) | Our Kidney Transplant Updates

    I had the pleasure of sitting down in person with Tammy Turner, my lifelong friend and kidney transplant recipient, as we recorded an update on our transplant surgery that was on June 7, 2023.  This is a conversation not only for those in a similar situation, but it’s truly for anyone! I believe that our journey can help others be inspired and encouraged in whatever they may be going through.  Let’s get started! Further Listening:EP1: A Donor’s Story with Tammy Turner Resources:National Kidney D

    Jul 12,2023 01:08:28
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    36. EP5: Beyond Breast Cancer - That’s NOT the End of the Story

    Today I’m going to be talking with my friend, Laura Pastor. Laura has quite a story to share with you that I know you’re going to want to hear. There is a word that no one wants to hear. The “C” word. Cancer. Something that women never want to be uttered out of their doctor's mouths is “You have breast cancer.”  Yet, that is what Laura heard. Cancer affects all of us in some way.  But cancer is NOT the end of Laura’s story!  Join me in listening to Laura’s amazing journey. A few topics we discus

    Jul 05,2023 53:26
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    37. EP4: Are You a Connector? - Creating Community | Solo Episode

    Are you a connector? I’ve been told that I’m a connector of women!  I’d never thought about that, but I love it.  I have such a heart for connecting women and I want to help you to do the same. You may think that you’re not a connector, but don’t sell yourself short.  Listen in and I bet you’ll change your mind.  I share in this episode how I started a couple different communities.  My hope is that it will help empower you to create a sweet community in your own area. We’re not meant to isolate

    Jun 28,2023 20:26
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    38. EP3: Breast Implants, Explants…What’s a Girl To Do?

    Even if you don’t have breast implants yourself, I assure you that you know someone who does. Listen and share this podcast. It could cause someone else to do their own research to make an informed decision about what’s right for them and their breast implants. Here we go with my guest today:Let me introduce you to De De Rojano.  I’ve known De De since high school.  She’s 58, married 36 years, a mom of two adult children, and a retired executive assistant.  De De now fills her time working at th

    Jun 21,2023 52:28
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    39. EP2: Botox, Fillers, and Boobs - When Is It Enough?

    I joined my dear friend, Carrie Farris of “Chatter Box Radio” podcast on her podcast and I’m sharing it here today because it was THAT good! Listen in on this candid conversation between three good friends, Carla Allen, Carrie Farris, and April Larson, a top industry Aesthetician for a very real and vulnerable discussion.  Here’s a sneak peek of just a few of the topics we’re breaking down: *Is comparison stealing our joy? *Am I enough just like I am?  *Do you struggle with aging and feeling rel

    Jun 14,2023 01:14:50
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    40. EP1: A Donor’s Story, with Tammy Turner

    Hello Friends! Welcome to Episode 1 of the Your Age is Not Your Cage Podcast. I felt there was no better way to kick off this podcast than by having my lifelong friend, Tammy Turner, on the show to share our story. After years of suffering from kidney disease, Tammy is in need of a kidney and I am blessed to be her donor! In this debut episode, we chat about Tammy's battle with kidney disease, the process of becoming a donor, the crucial need for living donors, and how maintaining faith in Jesus

    Jun 05,2023 47:15
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    41. Welcome to the Your Age Is Not Your Cage Podcast!

    Hello friends! Welcome to the Your Age Is Not Your Cage Podcast! Tune in to this short trailer to learn more about the show and what you can expect from this podcast. 

    Jun 03,2023 02:15