Seen & Known w/ Alicia Jones

S1E6 - "Healing in Grief" w/ Ronaldo Hardy

Here’s a fuller podcast description you can use for episode notes, YouTube, Spotify, or promotion: In this powerful episode of Seen and Known, I sit down with my dear friend Ronaldo Hardy—pastor of Love Alive Church in Baton Rouge, entrepreneur, former Credit Union CEO, husband, and father—for an honest conversation about grief, faith, and rebuilding your life after devastating loss. While many know Ronaldo for his leadership and success, few know the deeply personal journey he walked after losing his mother during the height of COVID. In the midst of heartbreak and emotional exhaustion, Ronaldo found himself questioning long-held beliefs, confronting disappointment, and beginning the difficult process of faith reconstruction and spiritual formation. Together, we unpack what it looks like to grieve not only a person you love, but also the life you thought you would have. Ronaldo shares openly about navigating loss while leading others, wrestling with God in painful seasons, and discovering a more authentic and grounded faith on the other side. This episode is for anyone who has lost a parent, experienced deep grief, struggled with disappointment, or felt disconnected from the version of faith they once knew. It’s raw, healing, thoughtful, and full of hope. You do not want to miss this conversation. Apple Podcasts: Youtube:

S1E5 - "Healing in Grace" w/ Brooke McCrink

In this deeply moving episode of Seen and Known, we sit down with Brooke McCrink as she courageously shares a story marked by love, heartbreak, grief, and ultimately, redemption. Brooke opens up about the reality of being married to someone battling addiction and navigating the pain of infidelity—two experiences that can quietly break a person from the inside out. She gives voice to the complexity of loving someone through their struggles while also wrestling with her own hurt, confusion, and unmet needs. But her story takes an even more devastating turn with the loss of her husband. Suddenly, Brook found herself carrying the weight of grief while still showing up for her children—having to bury the man she once loved, process the life they had, and find the strength to move forward in the midst of unimaginable pain. In this conversation, we don’t rush past the hard parts. Brook walks us through the tension of those years—the questions, the anger, the sorrow, and the moments where God felt distant. Yet, even in the darkest places, she began to encounter God in a deeper, more intimate way. Now, on the other side of that season, Brooke shares how God has been faithfully rewriting her story. She speaks about healing, restoration, and the beauty of her new chapter with her husband Damian as they build a blended family rooted in love, grace, and intentionality. This episode is for anyone who has ever wrestled with disappointment, loss, or the question: “Where is God in all of this?” Brooke’s story is a powerful reminder that even when life doesn’t look good, God is still good, and He is always at work, writing a story far greater than we can see. Whether you’re walking through grief, healing from betrayal, or simply holding onto hope for what’s next, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Spotify: https://bit.ly/4vuzlOU Apple Podcasts: Youtube:

S1E4 - "Healing In Love" w/ Matchmaker Alex Smith

Healing in love requires honesty… and this conversation goes there.  On Episode 4 of Seen & Known, I sit down with Houston matchmaker Alex Smith for a real, unfiltered conversation about dating, self-awareness, and what it actually takes to build something meaningful. We talk about identifying your own red flags, the difference between a partner and your person, and the idea of “purpose partners”.  We also get into something we might need to bring back as a community: intentionally setting people up the way families used to. I also share a bit about my own dating experiences and why I took a break for a few months. Alex also opens up about his journey into matchmaking and how his corporate background shaped the way he approaches relationships today. If you’re on a healing journey in love, this one is for you. 🎧 Season 1, Episode 4 — now available on all platforms Spotify: https://bit.ly/4t7fhQw [https://bit.ly/4t7fhQw] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1e4-healing-in-love/id1869986736?i=1000757727003 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1e4-healing-in-love/id1869986736?i=1000757727003] Youtube: https://youtu.be/X7Bl30lns5o [https://youtu.be/X7Bl30lns5o]

S1E3 - "Healing From Anxiety"

In this solo episode of Seen & Known, I share how I found out I had Generalized Anxiety Disorder, what the symptoms actually looked like in my real life, and how I began improving my quality of life in practical and spiritual ways. For a long time, I thought I was just “overthinking.” Just “stressed.” Just “too sensitive.” I didn’t realize that the constant worry, racing thoughts, tight chest, irritability, and exhaustion had a name. In this episode, I unpack: • What led me to seek help • The symptoms I ignored for years • What getting a diagnosis felt like • The tools that helped me heal • How faith and therapy worked together in my journey Anxiety does not mean you are weak. It does not mean you don’t trust God. It does not mean you’re broken. It means you deserve support. If you’ve ever felt like your mind won’t slow down, this episode is for you. Watch, share, and let’s keep normalizing healing out loud.

S1E2 - "Healing in the Black Community" w/ Nick Young

In this powerful and timely episode of Seen & Known, Dr. Alicia Jones sits down with Nicholas K. Young, a licensed therapist and minister, to unpack the stigma surrounding mental health—particularly within Black communities and faith spaces. Together, they explore the often-misunderstood intersection of faith and mental health, challenging the idea that prayer and therapy must exist in opposition. Nicholas shares insight from both his professional training and lived experience, offering language, wisdom, and compassion for those navigating emotional health while holding onto their faith. The conversation also turns toward parenting, as they discuss how parents and caregivers can recognize early signs of mental health struggles in children and create safe spaces for emotional expression. This episode is an honest invitation to rethink strength, embrace support, and begin healing conversations at home, in church, and within ourselves.