035: Ep 35: Sterling Shipp on Following Jesus Authentically & Medical Field Aspirations

035: Ep 35: Sterling Shipp on Following Jesus Authentically & Medical Field Aspirations

Cousins, What if following Jesus wasn’t about pretending to be perfect, but about faithfully pursuing Him, even while you’re still growing? In Episode 35, Necia and Hailey sit down with special guest Sterling Shipp, author of My Firm Foundation: Transformative Tips for God-Seeking, College-Ready Students, for an honest conversation about following Jesus authentically in today’s world. Together, we discuss what it looks like to develop a personal relationship with Christ, extend ourselves grace when we fall short, discern healthy relationships, navigate grief, and trust God through life’s hardest questions. Sterling also shares his journey toward becoming an orthopedic surgeon, his passion for serving others, and the legacy he hopes to leave through faith, purpose, and selfless leadership. This episode is a reminder that God doesn’t call perfect people, but he calls willing hearts. Our goal isn’t to appear like we have it all together; it’s to faithfully follow Christ and give Him the glory through every season of life. Tap in, cousins, and join the conversation. What has your personal relationship with Jesus taught you about grace, growth, and trusting Him? Follow Sterling: IG: @sterlingdvon FB: Sterling Shipp & Sterling D. Shipp YouTube: @SterlingDShipp Website: www.sterlingdshipp.com Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

034 Life’s a Trip: Prayed For Growth Then Complained, Uncomfortable Truth Or Comfortable Lie + More

Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Cousins, it’s time for another Life’s a Trip! This week, we’re asking the kind of questions that make you stop, reflect, and take an honest look at your character. Have you ever prayed for growth, then complained about the process? Would you rather hear the uncomfortable truth or live with a comfortable lie? Can someone truly grow without accountability? And what matters more your accomplishments or your character? In this episode, Necia and Hailey share their honest perspectives on personal growth, accountability, character development, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who love you enough to tell you the truth. As we reach the halfway point of the year, this conversation is an invitation to pause, celebrate your progress, acknowledge where you still need to grow, and ask yourself one important question: If this year ended today, would you be more proud of what you’ve achieved… or who you’ve become? Tap in, cousins, and join the conversation in the comments: Which question challenged you the most, and why? Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

Ep 34: Who Are You Becoming? Our Mid-Year Character Evaluation

In Episode 34, Necia and Hailey do something they’ve never done before, they give each other an honest, on-camera mid-year character evaluation. Together, they reflect on the first half of the year by celebrating each other’s accomplishments, recognizing personal growth, identifying blind spots, and respectfully sharing areas where there’s still room for improvement. This episode isn’t just about checking off goals it’s about taking an honest look at who you’re becoming. Whether your year has been filled with victories, setbacks, or somewhere in between, this conversation will encourage you to pause, reflect, celebrate your progress, and intentionally finish the year stronger than you started. We also challenge our cousins to conduct their own mid-year character evaluation by asking a few trusted people:• What’s one area you’ve seen me grow?• What’s one area I can improve?• What’s one quality you hope I never lose? Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: What’s one area of your character you’ve grown in this year, and what’s one area you’re committed to improving before the year ends? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

033 Life’s a Trip: Would You Help Your Parents If It Set You Back? What is Considered Struggling?

Cousins, it’s time for another Life’s a Trip! This week, we’re diving into some of the toughest money conversations families face. Should adult children help their parents financially, even if it sets them back? What advice would you give someone approaching retirement who isn’t financially prepared? And what’s actually harder, making money, keeping money, or saying no? We also tackle a question that’s sure to spark debate: Can someone honestly say they’re struggling financially while continuing to spend money on luxury items? As always, Necia and Hailey share their honest perspectives, challenge each other’s viewpoints, and invite you to think critically about money, family, responsibility, and financial priorities. There may not be one right answer, but these are conversations worth having. Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: Which question challenged your perspective the most? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

033: Budgeting & Taking Control of Our Finances in Today’s Economy

Cousins, Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? In Episode 33, Necia and Hailey reflect on some of the goals they’ve accomplished during the first six months of the year and share what they’re looking forward to achieving in the months ahead. The conversation then shifts to one of the most important topics affecting so many of us today, budgeting in today’s economy. Cousins, we discuss the importance of knowing your numbers by understanding your income, net pay, gross pay, monthly expenses, overhead, and how much money you actually have available to save, invest, and enjoy. We also have an honest conversation about inflation, the rising cost of living, and the financial challenges many Americans are facing. More importantly, we share practical and relatable strategies for creating a budget that works for your lifestyle instead of against it. Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: What’s one financial habit or goal you’re committed to improving before the end of the year? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]