The Brittany Wheeler Show

"Life on the Road, as a Family of 7"

About Episode In this episode, we sit down with an incredible couple whose story began at sea in the Merchant Marines and grew into a life full of adventure, faith, and family. What started with ocean crossings and long voyages eventually became a very different journey — raising five children while living full-time in a camper and learning how to build a strong marriage and meaningful family life along the way. They open up about the realities of living in a small space with a big family, the lessons they’ve learned about parenting faithful kids in today’s world, and how simplifying their lifestyle helped them focus on what matters most. We also talk about the challenges of balancing work, marriage, parenting, and personal growth while constantly on the move. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and full of practical wisdom for anyone trying to create a life centered around faith, family, and intentional living — even when the path looks different from everyone else’s. _________________________ Check out Jenn and Alex on IG and follow along with their journey! @days_of_hays @thealexhays @celsiusofficial -check them out!  Narnia [https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Chronicles-Narnia-C-S-Lewis/dp/0007100248/ref=sr_1_12?adgrpid=1341405573318330&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LJL9n2uCvkiUqrtRDwruaMYEcEDqe2BdR1HSTdZ_RFSsgITA146R4NX4vpiIF4ptID1LGvXfvXJf2nUsR7rAiGRNi-Dg1bga8dNNzrDW6TYwg88ELdG5evuzkScmKW977gJe2HpGlhfER32wLYHDCtKmsrC0hNEYclft3Hi-7aNtUca2nw9K6rxdmQCkYuhc2n9CdhOlgpbqteoLGPRaZMmhySQQx_jD4Tg2Ig4ksz2bjcZlIl4qA5MO0PUjaeQpeXmxw4QVuWIkdTJDFdW3ldq3qeKXQjQpKpbEcrpcxno.TrpJawgMODAIaQK7dAFIbYt6ODZ1Q89r1xAmTM4L-ow&dib_tag=se&hvadid=83838049526002&hvbmt=bb&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=80188&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=b&hvtargid=kwd-83838769957704%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=22560_13494431&keywords=narnia+graphic+novel&mcid=50d5e9cc94b63ef4824b14faec4e576a&msclkid=20442d4aca791d7c8d05474cecc21483&qid=1778788029&s=books&sr=1-12] by C.S. Lewis and Unreasonable Hospitality [https://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593418573/ref=sr_1_1?crid=136LEHQRAGZCN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.294_mCfIPZOoyGTQk1cvmqPZ3YlqwTmEqyPo8RXv-22alrajBS6s14MRSWOSoo2AVrHLQerUGtZ1woI8F9KD8SKjscEQAytfE1b1i9ryfhjiGkHbqwHbrF4oHFYlquCxIJfumVsjYayDrkVvdvObJ4dSPHMm-3qJ4RYTgp34EKQn7keS363zsJYTxkY7zSWIRTDfBiMbfBS6Ij8oE3dyC4B1yRAc9r1ELb7-trR0PzY.unsiE_xd5SrFhpeapGFWHtolPyhymz_oiahTcE8myZk&dib_tag=se&keywords=unreasonable+hospitality&qid=1778788075&s=books&sprefix=unreasonable+hospitality%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1] by Will Guadera favorite book _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok  [https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/]  SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow] to our Youtube Channel!

Part 2: "Forward, Not Finished" with Doug Carty

About Episode In this powerful and deeply human episode, I talk with Doug Carty, a dedicated professional at Franklin Pierce University whose life changed in an instant. After a sudden and devastating accident, Doug suffered a traumatic brain injury that set him on an uncertain and difficult path. What followed was not just a medical recovery, but a test of resilience, identity, and determination. From the early days of confusion and physical struggle to the long, demanding process of rehabilitation, Doug faced challenges that would have stopped many in their tracks. But this is not just a story about hardship—it’s a story about perseverance. Through grit, support, and an unyielding mindset, Doug slowly rebuilt his life. Step by step, he pushed through setbacks, relearned what was lost, and found new strength in the process. This episode explores the realities of traumatic brain injury, the power of community, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when everything changes. Doug’s journey is a reminder that recovery isn’t linear—but with determination, it is possible. _________________________ RYZE favorite coffee brand @ryzesuperfoods  -check them out!  Last Breath: The Limits of Adventure by Peter Stark [https://www.amazon.com/Last-Breath-Limits-Adventure/dp/1417633875] favorite book _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok [ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/] SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow] to our Youtube Channel!

"Forward, Not Finished" with Doug Carty

About Episode In this powerful and deeply human episode, I talk with Doug Carty, a dedicated professional at Franklin Pierce University whose life changed in an instant. After a sudden and devastating accident, Doug suffered a traumatic brain injury that set him on an uncertain and difficult path. What followed was not just a medical recovery, but a test of resilience, identity, and determination. From the early days of confusion and physical struggle to the long, demanding process of rehabilitation, Doug faced challenges that would have stopped many in their tracks. But this is not just a story about hardship—it’s a story about perseverance. Through grit, support, and an unyielding mindset, Doug slowly rebuilt his life. Step by step, he pushed through setbacks, relearned what was lost, and found new strength in the process. This episode explores the realities of traumatic brain injury, the power of community, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when everything changes. Doug’s journey is a reminder that recovery isn’t linear—but with determination, it is possible. _________________________ _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok  [https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/] SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow] to our Youtube Channel!

“From Religion to Relationship” with Andy McKnight

About Episode In this episode, Andy McKnight shares his personal journey from growing up in a deeply religious household to discovering what it truly means to have a relationship with God. Although he was raised around faith, Andy explains how his early understanding was rooted more in routine and tradition than in a genuine connection. Everything began to change when he decided to seek God for himself, eventually finding a church where faith became personal and alive. Through a powerful moment during a worship service—marked by a vision from God—Andy experienced a turning point that reshaped his understanding completely. His story is a moving reminder that faith goes beyond religion, and that a real relationship with God is something deeply personal, transformative, and available to anyone who seeks it. _________________________ _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok  [https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/] SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow]to our Youtube Channel!

"Grit, Growth, and Fatherhood" with Jon Pugeda

About Episode In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Jon Pugeda opens up about the roots of his relentless work ethic and the mindset that shaped his life. Growing up in a large immigrant family, Jon learned early on that nothing would be handed to him—if he wanted something, he had to earn it. Surrounded by sacrifice, hustle, and resilience, he developed a self-driven mentality that pushed him to find ways to make money and motivate himself from a young age. Jon shares how those early lessons carried into adulthood, especially when life threw unexpected challenges his way. After becoming a single father, the stakes became even higher. Providing for his children wasn’t just about survival—it became about setting an example. At the heart of the episode he explains how life will always be difficult in one way or another, but you get to decide which struggles are worth it. Whether it’s the hard of discipline, growth, and self-improvement—or the hard of staying stuck—Jon emphasizes the importance of choosing the path that leads to a better future. _________________________ Check out Jon Pugeda on IG and follow along with their journey! @keredagrouprealty Fount Coffee favorite coffee shop @fountcoffee  -check them out!  The Way of the Peaceful Warrio [https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/way-of-the-peaceful-warrior-a-book-that-changes-lives-by-dan-millman/245873/item/3717841/?mkwid=%7cdc&pcrid=77447028765158&pkw=&pmt=be&slid=&product=3717841&plc=&pgrid=1239149900899965&ptaid=pla-4581046492312229&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping+-+High+Vol+Backlist+-+Under+%2410&utm_term=&utm_content=%7cdc%7cpcrid%7c77447028765158%7cpkw%7c%7cpmt%7cbe%7cproduct%7c3717841%7cslid%7c%7cpgrid%7c1239149900899965%7cptaid%7cpla-4581046492312229%7c&msclkid=a7df8c0dda0011091ee8e5c8bfd96ce5#idiq=3717841&edition=2902956]r by Dan Millman favorite book _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok  [https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/]  SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow] to our Youtube Channel!