"Purpose, Pain, and Loving People Well" with Emma Baltezore

"Purpose, Pain, and Loving People Well" with Emma Baltezore

About Episode In this episode, Emma Baltezore, founder of One Christian Network, has a heartfelt conversation about faith, calling, resilience, and loving your neighbor well. Emma shares how her passion for people was shaped by her family, a life‑changing trip to South Africa, and seasons of grief that deepened her trust in God. They also explore the power of bridge‑building, listening, and creating space for others to be seen. Emma highlights the mission of One Christian Network, a movement connecting churches and community leaders across Wilmington to meet real needs in practical ways. If you’re seeking purpose, navigating hardship, or wanting to make a difference right where you are, this episode will encourage you. _________________________ Check out Emma on IG and follow along with their journey! Vigilant Hope Roasting favorite restaurant @vigilanthoperoasting  -check them out!  The Given Tree, Oh The Places You’ll Go, The Purpose Driven Life 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!

“The Inspiring Work of a World Renowned Glass Blower” With Aaron Rovner Buck

About Episode In this episode, I sit down with world‑champion glassblower Aaron Rovner Buck, whose life in Corning’s “Crystal City” shaped him from birth. They swap the wild story of how they met on a Southwest flight, then Aaron opens up about growing up with two glassblowing parents — his mom, Rhodie, the heart‑led artist behind Hands on Glass, and his dad, Dave, the engineer‑minded creator who broke away from factory work to chase bold, organic design. Aaron talks honestly about mastering an unforgiving craft, surviving a tough market, and why he refuses to quit on the dream he’s had since childhood. He even shares how he accidentally won gold at Glass Vegas — walking onstage mid‑phone‑call and asking the photographer what place he got. The episode dives into legacy, leadership, and the future of a young industry, and wraps with Aaron showing off his signature ramen pendants and where listeners can support his work. _________________________ Check out Aaron on IG and follow along with their journey! @dojoglass Check out Aaron’s mom’s shop, Hands on Glass [https://www.handsonglass.com/]!   Red Rising [https://www.amazon.com/Red-Rising-Pierce-Brown/dp/034553980X] by Pierce Brown 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!

"Designing Success" with Suzanne Mills Winkler

About Episode Brittany sits down with her friend and mentor, Suzanne Mills Winkler, for an inspiring conversation about career, faith, family, and legacy. Suzanne shares how their mentorship began at Port City Community Church and grew into a true friendship, then walks through her journey from California art student to rising star at Mattel, where she led the Barbie team and a $160M product line. She opens up about her faith transformation, the healing of her marriage, and how the failure of her own business ultimately deepened her relationship with God. Suzanne reflects on embracing her role as a stepmom, the joy she finds in mentoring others, and the legacy of love and creativity she hopes to leave behind. She closes with fun lifestyle favorites, a peek at her mixed‑media wildlife art, and the simple daily habit that’s kept her 32‑year marriage strong. ______________________ Check out Suzanne on IG [https://www.instagram.com/millswinkler/] @millswinkler and follow along with their journey!  Chicken Salad Chick favorite restaurant @chickensaladchick [https://www.instagram.com/chickensaladchickwilmington/]  -check them out!  Inspector Gamache mystery series [https://www.gamacheseries.com/]by Louise Penny 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!

"God Became My Father" with Perla Frias

About Episode In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with her friend Perla Frias, a mental health counselor from Wilmington, to discuss faith, healing, and overcoming life's challenges. Together, they share their experiences with father wounds, finding identity in God, and how healing transformed their views of relationships and themselves. Perla courageously opens up about surviving an abusive marriage, navigating divorce, and rebuilding her life after experiencing judgment from her church community. The conversation explores the difference between God and imperfect people, the power of relying on God's strength, and what it truly means to be an overcomer. _________________________ Check out Perla on IG and follow along with their journey! @rosie_baby_26 Pizzettas favorite restaurant @pizzettasleland  -check them out!  Crazy Love by Francis Chan 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!

"How Rock Bottom Rebuilt Our Family" with Brittany Pennington

Show Notes About Episode In this powerful episode, Brittany Pennington opens up about childhood wounds, motherhood, addiction, faith, and the long road to healing alongside her husband, Kyle. Raised primarily by her father after her mother’s absence, Brittany reflects on struggles with worthiness, breaking generational cycles, and learning what authentic faith really looks like. She vulnerably shares the moment she walked away from Kyle during his addiction after the premature birth of their son, Isaiah — a decision that ultimately became part of both of their healing journeys. Together, they rebuilt their marriage, family, and faith from the ground up, learning how to live free from old patterns and rooted in Jesus. _________________________ Check out Brittany Pennington on IG and follow along with their journey! @mrsbritt_pennington Vigilant Hope Roasting favorite coffee shop @vigilanthoperoasting  -check them out!  Fervent [https://www.amazon.com/Risen-Motherhood-Gospel-Everyday-Moments/dp/0736976221/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?adgrpid=187377533978&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.i1c1n54y9HgHyWdHTlKYFXsGpinZGotDbJwWu-wjuJtpglAKMN5p5UXyDu3mW2jZvChMisCgyylL2rwnCIuzo-heaF4zMbCP9CdZXzliBTTpXQfAn4tO48HxIVrNfFYcTcSlUqSrJ3PsSFNwCUOB0JjoRGuIKuuQIXqeuTEtMUXzg30cKnaEfGL69J50L2H2.dQNW0X4mYxMAyYZOfw1Juv8cQLYLChlt7hYBl8aO73E&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779644457030&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9052847&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=15165040933084430243--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15165040933084430243&hvtargid=kwd-2278627236436&hydadcr=17804_13794518_2332388&keywords=risen+motherhood+books&mcid=5f53027b1399340c8e1a5523a3f769d7&qid=1779321910&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1] by Priscilla Shirer favorite book  Risen Motherhood [https://www.amazon.com/Fervent-Womans-Serious-Specific-Strategic/dp/1433688670/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=186429967396&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SjtQK3tSYQyJxc11Ycp0_DUiE5_5xDuUbpKoDNYau83VbHcfBAfyjil2o4c0Ao3zG5sfWvzhflHwAb_KHzmJ3cb4AOWrc37Uj5Fy4UlbS5Uon9s6V4vKGS3QJXoK5BriAZOsk1hQ7JfanuTyVf12hr5C16TBJrIn9bjGDt2j3-XtYExvTJtap3WgUoJPnalSjoFsh7QfBhSKRc-r868pWeflpS20ovwHCrTNUq9j5xs.v_s2fDKQBW-Ga4O1vmDysl9x6GcizSP3lOP1kFsxQZ0&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779544606913&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9052847&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=9994486396909991055--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9994486396909991055&hvtargid=kwd-121298554140&hydadcr=17809_13794547_2332311&keywords=fervent+by+priscilla+shirer&mcid=f935382c55c83d279ed83ac960a4224e&qid=1779322206&sr=8-1] by Emily A. Jensen _________________________ Follow Us Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrittanywheelershow] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thebrittanywheelershow/] SUBSCRIBE [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrittanyWheelerShow] to our Youtube Channel!