All Things Possible With Bethany Hamilton

Ditch the Quick Fix: A Better Way to Health | Kate Deering | Ep. 36

Bethany and Adam sit down with Kate Deering—author of How to Heal Your Metabolism—for a real, no-nonsense talk about health, energy, and what’s actually going on inside our bodies. Kate shares how she went from being a fit, driven personal trainer to hitting a wall physically and emotionally, and what she learned about fueling her body in a way that actually works long-term.
They unpack why metabolism is so much more than “calories in, calories out,” how to use food to steady your energy instead of riding the caffeine rollercoaster, and the truth about carbs, sugar, protein, and seed oils. You’ll hear why popular approaches like intermittent fasting can backfire for a lot of people, and why a slower, steadier path often wins in the long run.
Guest Bio:
Kate Deering is a health coach, fitness professional, and the author of How to Heal Your Metabolism: Stop Blaming Aging for Your Slowing Metabolism. With more than 30 years in the wellness industry, Kate’s approach combines science-based nutrition with practical, real-world application. After years as a personal trainer and “clean eater” left her exhausted, cold, and hormonally imbalanced, she discovered a better way—focusing on cellular energy, nutrient-dense foods, and metabolic health. Kate now helps clients worldwide restore their energy, balance hormones, and enjoy food without fear.
Resources: 
“How to Heal Your Metabolism” by Kate Deering: https://www.katedeering.com/my-book
Website: https://www.katedeering.com/
MyFitnessPal: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
Cronometer: https://cronometer.com/index.html
Dr. Ray Peat (metabolism research)
Sharkbanz: https://www.sharkbanz.com
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From Numbing to Nourishing: A 40-Day Reset | Wendy Speake | Ep. 35

How many hours are we losing to scrolling? And what is that time costing us—relationally, spiritually, emotionally?
In this episode, Bethany and Adam talk with author and speaker Wendy Speake about the heart behind her 40-Day Social Media Fast. They explore what happens when we stop reaching for our phones and start reaching for God. Wendy shares her own story of burnout, anger, and emotional numbing—and how fasting from digital distraction helped her reconnect with her family, her purpose, and her faith.
This conversation is real and deeply relatable. It’s not about legalism or shame—it’s about making space for what really matters. If you’re craving more peace, more presence, and more of Jesus, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Guest Bio:
Wendy Speake is a writer, speaker, and the author of several bestselling books, including The 40-Day Sugar Fast and The 40-Day Social Media Fast. A former actress turned Bible teacher, Wendy is passionate about helping women trade temporary coping mechanisms for eternal soul nourishment. She’s passionate about encouraging others to find a deep connection with Christ by fasting from the distractions of modern life.
Resources:
Wendy Speake’s Website: https://wendyspeake.com/
Books Mentioned: 
The 40-Day Social Media Fast by Wendy Speake
The 40-Day Sugar Fast by Wendy Speake
Triggers: Exchanging Parents’ Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses by Amber Lia and Wendy Speake
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The Call to Love: Adoption, Foster Care, and the Heart of God | Ashley and Joel Wingo | Ep. 34

Why would a couple take in child after child, many from traumatic situations, knowing they might have to say goodbye? For Joel and Ashley Wingo, the answer is simple: God's love for the most vulnerable.
In this episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friends Joel and Ashley, adoptive parents of seven and foster parents to many more, to talk about the beauty, heartbreak, and calling of foster care and adoption. From their first $25,000 private adoption to welcoming twin babies during the chaos of COVID, their story is marked by radical obedience, faith-stretching provision, and a deep conviction that every child deserves a family.
They share what it's really like to parent children who’ve experienced trauma and how we as Christians can support the vulnerable, whether we open our homes, give financially, or simply start paying attention.
Guest Bio:
Joel and Ashley Wingo are parents of seven children—three biological and four adopted—and have welcomed many more into their home through foster care. Married for over 22 years, they’ve walked through a wide range of adoption and foster care experiences, from private infant adoptions to navigating the complexities of the foster system during a global pandemic. Their lives are marked by deep faith, resilience, and a passion to reflect God’s heart for the vulnerable. Whether through hands-on parenting or simply showing up for a child in crisis, the Wingos believe every Christian has a role to play in the pro-life story.
Resources Mentioned:
Show Hope: https://showhope.org/
International Christian Adoptions – Adoption & foster care support services: https://icakids.org/
Your local pregnancy center – A key support system for women in crisis pregnancies
Save the Storks: https://savethestorks.com/
James 1:27 – “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows...”
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From Overwhelmed to Encouraged: A Real Talk on Motherhood | Kari Kampakis | Ep. 33

Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also incredibly hard. In this honest conversation, Bethany welcomes back Kari Kampakis to talk about the messy, stretching, joy-filled journey of being a mom.
They dive into the real stuff: the learning curve that hits you in every new season, what happens when you snap at your kids and feel ashamed, how to stop seeing your children as burdens, and why repairing connection is more important than pretending to be perfect.
Resources:
Website: https://www.karikampakis.com/
Books by Kari Kampakis: https://www.karikampakis.com/
“Is Your Daughter Ready?” (Upcoming Book, September release)
“Yours, Not Theirs: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Life” – Kari Kampakis
“10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know” – Kari Kampakis
“Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?” – Kari Kampakis
“Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter”
“More Than a Mom” – Kari Kampakis
Sharkbanz: https://www.sharkbanz.com
Guest Bio:
Kari Kampakis is an author, speaker, and mother of four daughters who is passionate about encouraging moms and teenage girls. Known for her heartfelt honesty and relatable wisdom, Kari has written several best-selling books, including Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, and her latest devotional Yours, Not Theirs. Her work has been featured in national outlets like Today Parents, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and Focus on the Family. She lives in Alabama with her husband and daughters and speaks regularly at events around the country, helping families navigate the challenges of modern parenting through faith, humility, and hope.
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Slow Down, Look Up: Finding God in the Present with Kate Merrick | Ep. 32

What if the best parts of your life are already right in front of you… But you’re too distracted to see them?
In this deeply moving and honest episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Kate Merrick, author, speaker, surfer, mom, and co-owner of Channel Islands Surfboards, for a conversation about slowing down, living intentionally, and refusing to miss the moments that matter. Kate opens up about the painful loss of her daughter, Daisy, to cancer, the sacred season their family spent unplugged in Israel, and how God taught her to "look up" and embrace the beauty in front of her.
From Sabbath rhythms to flipping the script on social media, this is a timely conversation about presence, motherhood, grief, and fighting back against the noise of our culture.
Guest Bio:
Kate Merrick is a writer, speaker, mother, and co-founder of the Reality Family of Churches. After losing her daughter, Daisy, to cancer, Kate stepped away from social media and reoriented her life around faith, family, and presence. She is the author of And Still She Laughs and Here, Now—two powerful books on joy through suffering and finding God in the present moment. Alongside her husband Britt, Kate now helps run their family’s business, Channel Islands Surfboards, and finds joy in gardening, homemaking, hiking, surfing, and living slow in coastal California.
Resources:
Website: https://kmerrick.com/
And Still She Laughs + Here, Now by Kate Merrick: https://kmerrick.com/books
Psalm 90:15
John 16:33
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Diving Deeper: Sinner and Saint with Lukas Kjolhaug | Ep. 31

Adam and Bethany are diving deeper with Pastor and author Lukas Kjolhaug to talk about his book Sinner Saint. This conversation dives into the tension every believer feels, the pull between our sin nature and our identity in Christ.
Together they explore Romans 7, confession, the beauty of dependence on God rather than independence, and why being honest about our sin only magnifies the power of our Savior. Luke shares stories from pastoral life, insight from his book, and even a Frog and Toad cookie story that surprisingly captures the gospel.
Guest Bio:
Lukas Kjolhaug is the pastor of Elim Lutheran Church in Osakis, Minnesota, and author of Sinner Saint. Before entering pastoral ministry, Lukas worked as an engineer before sensing God’s call to preach the gospel. He has served congregations in both Minnesota and New Jersey and speaks at conferences, including the 1517 Conference. Through his preaching, writing, and online project Foxhole Theology, Lukas is passionate about bringing clarity to the gospel and helping Christians rest in the finished work of Christ.
Resources: 
Sinner Saint by Lukas Kjolhaug: https://shop.1517.org/collections/paperback/products/9781964419152-sinner-saint
Romans 7:15–25
Galatians 5 (flesh and spirit)
Matthew 5–7 (Sermon on the Mount)
Lukas’ online project: Foxhole Theology:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWHQ7-P4RwG4q5Td0qW5ymg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foxholetheology/
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Dating with Purpose: Restoring Love, Marriage, and Family in 2025 with Curt Storring | Ep. 30

What if dating wasn’t a game, but a path to building the family legacy you dream of?
In this episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Curt Storring, husband, father of four, and co-founder of the Unplugged Dating Network, for a raw and redemptive conversation on dating in 2025, restoring purpose in relationships, and why God’s design for marriage still matters.
Curt opens up about his personal journey from a rocky start in fatherhood and marriage to finding lasting transformation through Christ. They talk honestly about hookup culture, the flaws of swipe-based dating, and why strong families don’t happen by accident; they’re built on truth, sacrifice, and a vision rooted in eternity.
If you’re single and wondering where all the godly men and women are… or you’re a parent praying for your child’s future marriage… this episode will meet you right where you are.
Guest Bio:
Curt Storring is a devoted husband, father of four, and co-founder of the Unplugged Dating Network—a community-driven platform designed to connect people pursuing traditional values and lifelong marriage. Based in Canada, Curt is also the founder of Proclaim Podcasting and a former leader in men's self-development circles. After years of personal struggle and searching, Curt encountered Christ in a powerful way and now lives to encourage others toward godly family, fatherhood, and purpose-driven living.
Resources: ​​
The Unplugged Dating Network: https://theunpluggednetwork.com
Scripture reference: Psalm 37:25 – “I have been young and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his children begging for bread.”
Proclaim Podcasting: https://proclaimpodcasting.com
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From Comparison to Christ: Raising Girls in a Tech-Heavy World Part 2 | Chris McKenna | Ep. 29

Bethany and Adam welcome back Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, for another eye-opening conversation—this time diving into the growing anxiety and stress affecting today’s families, especially teenage girls.
Chris brings insights from leading researchers, whistleblower testimony, and his years of experience helping families navigate the digital world. Together, they unpack why social media hits young girls so hard, how it’s rewiring their brains, and what we can do to lead our homes with confidence and courage.
They talk about:
Why are teen girls more vulnerable to social media than boys
The “hockey stick” rise in self-harm and anxiety since 2012
How apps mimic connection but leave girls feeling empty
What brain scans are revealing about screen time and emotional health
How to delay social media use without guilt
Why real, in-person friendships are more powerful than any app
What it looks like to raise kids on the truth of God’s Word—not on comparison culture
Bethany shares her own journey with social media, and Adam brings in a much-needed reminder: parents are the pilots of the home. You can make hard decisions. You can protect your kids. This episode is packed with hope, truth, and practical tools to help your family thrive in a tech-heavy world.
 
Guest Bio:
Chris McKenna: Founder, Protect Young Eyes, and President of The Better Tech Project non-profit. Chris is a respected digital safety voice, creating valuable and practical resources for families and schools. His impactful 2019 testimony before the US Senate initiated a series of hearings to further online child protection policy. Years of gritty effort earned PYE the 2020 Dignity Defense Award from the National Center on Sexual Exploitation and the 2024 Child Safety Award from The Phase Alliance. Recent state-level legislation co-authored by Chris - the Child Device Protection Bill - passed in Utah and moved through multiple chambers in six other states. It will force devices to enable existing content filters when activated by a minor. He is a technical advisor to Angel Kids AI and works closely with digital safety advocates and legislators to craft policies that reign in abusive technologies. As a representative of the Human Change Movement, Chris spoke at the 2024 and 2025 World Economic Forum.
Under his guidance, the Protect Young Eyes team conducts presentations worldwide to parents, professionals, and schools, and gained recognition by being featured in the Childhood 2.0 movie. Their website, courses, and private parent community show caregivers step-by-step how to prepare and protect their children in digital spaces. Chris cherishes family, including road trips with his four children, connecting with nature, running, romping with his pups, and almost anything sweet.
Resources: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protectyoungeyes/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mckenna-75962211/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/protectyoungeyes
Website: https://protectyoungeyes.com/
Do these 3 things to get started: https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/start-here 
Learning: 5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home on-demand course for parents. https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/course
Community: The Table https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/the-table
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Dr. Jim Winston (clinical psychologist on adolescent addiction)
Dr. Mitch Prinstein (Chief Science Officer, APA)
ScreenStrong – Research-backed support for tech-free kids
Sharkbanz: https://www.sharkbanz.com
 
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When Protection Meets Grace: Fighting for Our Children, Part 1 | Chris McKenna | Ep. 28

This is one of those conversations every parent needs to hear.
Bethany and Adam sit down with Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, to talk about one of the most important and heartbreaking challenges families face today—children being exposed to explicit content at younger and younger ages. Chris shares his own powerful story of early exposure, the years of secret struggle that followed, and how God brought healing and redemption into his marriage.
Together, they unpack how modern technology has made explicit content more accessible than ever—even on school-issued devices—and why this matters for every home, not just those facing an obvious crisis.
Chris walks through a five-layer “digital safety pyramid” that helps parents take practical steps: from building trust and healthy conversations, to setting boundaries on devices, locations, and apps—all grounded in a foundation of faith, connection, and grace.
If you’re raising children in the digital age and wondering how to protect their hearts and minds—without losing yours—this episode is for you.
Guest Bio:
Chris McKenna: Founder, Protect Young Eyes, and President of The Better Tech Project non-profit. Chris is a respected digital safety voice, creating valuable and practical resources for families and schools. His impactful 2019 testimony before the US Senate initiated a series of hearings to further online child protection policy. Years of gritty effort earned PYE the 2020 Dignity Defense Award from the National Center on Sexual Exploitation and the 2024 Child Safety Award from The Phase Alliance. Recent state-level legislation co-authored by Chris - the Child Device Protection Bill - passed in Utah and moved through multiple chambers in six other states. It will force devices to enable existing content filters when activated by a minor. He is a technical advisor to Angel Kids AI and works closely with digital safety advocates and legislators to craft policies that reign in abusive technologies. As a representative of the Human Change Movement, Chris spoke at the 2024 and 2025 World Economic Forum.
Under his guidance, the Protect Young Eyes team conducts presentations worldwide to parents, professionals, and schools, and gained recognition by being featured in the Childhood 2.0 movie. Their website, courses, and private parent community show caregivers step-by-step how to prepare and protect their children in digital spaces. Chris cherishes family, including road trips with his four children, connecting with nature, running, romping with his pups, and almost anything sweet.
Resources: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protectyoungeyes/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mckenna-75962211/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/protectyoungeyes
Website: https://protectyoungeyes.com/
https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/start-here Do these 3 things to get started.
Learning: 5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home on-demand course for parents. https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/course
Community: The Table https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/the-table
Psalm 119:37: "Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways."
Romans 7:19: “For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing.”
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Diving Deeper: Can I Trust the Bible? Wrestling with Faith, Doubt & Suffering | Ep. 27

In this Q&A episode of the Diving Deeper series, Bethany and Adam sit down with their pastor and trusted friend, Pastor William Pierce, to answer real listener questions about faith, doubt, Scripture, suffering, and walking with Jesus in today’s culture.
What does it mean to truly walk with Christ as a teenager? Do you have to believe everything in the Bible to be a Christian? What’s the purpose behind suffering, and can we still trust God when it feels like there's no light at the end of the tunnel?
From the beauty of Ephesians 2 to the hard questions about creation, sexuality, and cultural compromise, this episode tackles faith’s toughest challenges with deep compassion and unwavering biblical truth.
If you’ve ever wondered where to start in your Bible reading, how to help someone who’s hurting, or how to stay rooted in truth when the world feels shaky, this conversation is for you.
Resources Mentioned:
Bible Reading Recommendations:
Mark
Ephesians
Matthew
Proverbs
Scripture References:
Ephesians 2:1–10
Genesis (Creation account)
Psalms (praying Scripture)
Job (the purpose of suffering)
Matthew 5 (Sermon on the Mount)
James 4:4 (“Friendship with the world is enmity with God”)
John 3:16
Colossians 1:15 (Christ as the image of the invisible God)
Guest Bio:
Pastor William Pierce is a seasoned preacher, husband, and friend to the Dirks family. With a heart for discipleship and biblical truth, he leads with humility and a strong foundation in God’s Word. As the family pastor at Bethany and Adam’s local church, he’s known for making deep theological truths accessible and applicable, especially to young believers hungry for truth in a noisy world. Whether he’s unpacking Ephesians or sitting with someone in their suffering, Pastor William points people to the goodness of Christ and the sufficiency of Scripture.
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