Braided Faith with Cryssie Addis

Ep. 96 From Ninja Turtles to Kingdom Warriors: How God Turned Childhood Nostalgia into Faith-Filled Action w/ Howard "Quiggly" Chang

What if toys for your kids could actually help your kids grow their faith? In this episode of the Braided Faith Podcast, I sit down with Howard "Quiggley" Chang, the guy who helped bring the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures to life. But Quigley's journey didn't end in the toy stores of the '80s and '90s. During one of the toughest seasons of his life, Quiggley had a real, life-changing encounter with God. And out of that season, something amazing was born: Ancientz. It's a whole universe of faith-powered robotic heroes inspired by Hebrews 11. We talk about: * How meeting God transformed both his faith and his art * The way prayer and visions sparked the creation of Ancientz * Turning biblical heroes like David and Deborah into warriors who show real courage and sacrifice * Why so many parents today want stories and toys that build their kids' faith instead of filling them with fear and the world * How your creativity can actually be a calling and a way God uses you to bring hope to a hurting world These aren't just cool collectibles. They're modern parables, heroes rising up for a new generation that's desperate for hope. Whether you're a parent, a creative person, or someone finding your way back to faith, this conversation will wake up your imagination and remind you: God's not finished with your story yet. Connect with our guest: Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ancientz/ancientz [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ancientz/ancientz] Website: www.ancientz.com [http://www.ancientz.com] Shop: https://gloriusart.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnelRIR99cLHh6NlxNbOr6gZdV1JYBjvImTs6djUfRqrVUf1EG5I-61FvgKnk_aem_jqroBEtdgbv0my3rfM2vCw [https://gloriusart.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnelRIR99cLHh6NlxNbOr6gZdV1JYBjvImTs6djUfRqrVUf1EG5I-61FvgKnk_aem_jqroBEtdgbv0my3rfM2vCw]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ancientz.official/ [https://www.facebook.com/ancientz.official/]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/ancientz_official/ [https://www.instagram.com/ancientz_official/] Connect with me: Braided Faith IG: http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/ [http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/]   ⁠ Cryssie Addis IG: https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/ [https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/] Novel & Mug IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug [http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug] Braided Faith FB: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith [http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith]   ⁠ Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braided [http://www.braided.faith]faith.com [http://faith.com] Novel & Mug Website: ⁠http://www.novelandmug.com [http://www.novelandmug.com]   ⁠ The Wellness Box: ⁠http://www.thewellnessbox.shop [http://www.thewellnessbox.shop]

Ep. 95 As I Recall Forever: A Musical Journey of Faith, Story, and God’s Presence w/ Bill Mullin

In this episode of the Braided Faith Podcast, we're talking with Bill Mullin. Bill created something pretty unique, a podcast musical called ‘As I Recall Forever’ that's all about searching for God in everyday life. Bill opens up about how his own story, the hard parts, the struggles, and the times when God showed up in surprising ways…..turned into lyrics, music, and a full-on narrative journey. From his days playing rock and roll drums to working with full orchestras, Bill's path has been anything but ordinary. This conversation is an invitation. It'll get you thinking about where God's been working in your own life, even in places you might not have noticed. And maybe, just maybe, you'll start seeing your own story through a fresh lens, one shaped by faith and the power of remembering what matters most. Connect with our guest: Website: https://thenexthumanity.com/as-i-recall/#dipipopup-1139 [https://thenexthumanity.com/as-i-recall/#dipipopup-1139]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_next_humanity/ [https://www.instagram.com/the_next_humanity/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556748894691 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556748894691] X: https://x.com/TheNextHum [https://x.com/TheNextHum] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNextHumanity [https://www.youtube.com/@TheNextHumanity] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77F6X2Oh4psY1zm0KIyTpP?si=ytyhdpm2R0e2iumx4a3A_w [https://open.spotify.com/artist/77F6X2Oh4psY1zm0KIyTpP?si=ytyhdpm2R0e2iumx4a3A_w]    Connect with me: Braided Faith IG: http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/ [http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/]   ⁠ Cryssie Addis IG: https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/ [https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/] Novel & Mug IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug [http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug] Braided Faith FB: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith [http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith]   ⁠ Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braided [http://www.braided.faith]faith.com [http://faith.com] Novel & Mug Website: ⁠http://www.novelandmug.com [http://www.novelandmug.com]   ⁠ The Wellness Box: ⁠http://www.thewellnessbox.shop [http://www.thewellnessbox.shop]

Ep. 94 When the World Shifts: A Call to Bold Faith in the New Year

In this New Year kickoff episode of the Braided Faith Podcast, I’m opening the mic with a messy bun, a full heart, and a moment I’ve held onto for far too long. At the end of 2025, I recorded a raw, unedited solo episode in the days following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. This was an event that stirred grief, questions, and a deep spiritual awakening across the country. I never felt released to share it… until now. As we step into a new year, I’m revisiting that moment not to dwell on tragedy, but to remember the shift so many of us felt…….a stirring toward courage, truth, revival, and boldness in our faith. This episode is a reminder to keep that momentum alive: to speak truth in love, to stand firm in wisdom, and to choose obedience over fear, even when it costs us relationships, comfort, or approval. What follows is the untouched recording from that week, a glimpse into my heart in real time, and an invitation for you to carry the same fire into 2026. Connect with me: Braided Faith IG: http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/ [http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/]   ⁠ Cryssie Addis IG: https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/ [https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/] Novel & Mug IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug [http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug] Braided Faith FB: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith [http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith]   ⁠ Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braided [http://www.braided.faith]faith.com [http://faith.com] Novel & Mug Website: ⁠http://www.novelandmug.com [http://www.novelandmug.com]   ⁠ The Wellness Box: ⁠http://www.thewellnessbox.shop [http://www.thewellnessbox.shop]

Ep. 93 From Coward to Warrior: A Conversation with David Turner on Courage, Marriage, and Masculinity

In this episode, I’m joined by David Turner, author of From Coward to Warrior, a powerful true story about his personal battle for courage and the fight to save his marriage. David’s heart for helping men reclaim their God-given strength is evident in everything he shares, from his ministry experience to his passion for coaching men through the cultural noise that tries to diminish them. We talk about what it means to be a warrior in today’s world, how faith and vulnerability intersect, and why courage isn’t just about being bold, it’s about being obedient.  If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, leadership, or the quiet battles behind closed doors, this conversation will meet you right where you are. David Turner is author of From Coward To Warrior, a true story about his battle with courage and the fight to save his marriage. He has a passion for helping men become the warriors that God created them to be, coaching them to fight the prevailing culture that portrays all men as bumbling fools, and preparing them for the conflicts they will face in the modern world. His website (by the same name as the book) gives more information for those who are interested. David has worked as an assistant pastor in the inner city of San Francisco, a private high school Bible teacher in the Silicon Valley, and as a missionary to the Fiji Islands, to name just a few roles. He has a Bachelor's degree from SFSU and a Master's degree from Fuller Seminary, with more than 20 years of widely varying ministry experience.  He now trades stocks and options on the U.S. stock market, and is an investment advisor representative with Tradeway. His leisure time activities include restoring a 1965 Mustang in the garage; traveling with his wife, Tee, to places they’ve never been before; and writing stories he would actually want to read. David and his wife live in Northern California with their four kids.  Connect with our guest: Website: From Coward To Warrior [https://fromcowardtowarrior.com/]  fromcowardtowarrior.com [http://fromcowardtowarrior.com]  Book: https://amzn.to/47wJXBJ [https://amzn.to/47wJXBJ] Connect with me: Braided Faith IG: http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/ [http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/]   ⁠ Cryssie Addis IG: https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/ [https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/]  Novel & Mug IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug [http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug] Braided Faith FB: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith [http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith]   ⁠ Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braided [http://www.braided.faith]faith.com [http://faith.com] Novel & Mug Website: ⁠http://www.novelandmug.com [http://www.novelandmug.com]   ⁠ The Wellness Box: ⁠http://www.thewellnessbox.shop [http://www.thewellnessbox.shop]

Ep. 92 A New Season, A Willing Heart: Welcoming Fall and What’s Next

We’re back! It’s a brand new season in every way. In this special season five opener, Crystal shares updates from a summer full of change, from house hunting chaos to the quiet peace of God’s presence in transition. As we look ahead to fall, we’re leaning into a slower, more intentional rhythm, one that welcomes new beginnings, deeper faith, and the beautiful reminder that God is not bound by our calendars. Whether you’re weary from summer or wide open for what’s next, this episode is your invitation to begin again, with a willing heart and open hands. You’ll hear what’s in store for season five, how God is showing up in the shifts, and why this may be your time to lay down what’s heavy and step into something new. Welcome back to Braided Faith. Let’s step into this new chapter together. 💛