The Ordinary Brave with Kelly McCorkle Parkison

20 Years. Countless Lessons. One Incredible Journey | EP. 33

Twenty years of marriage. ❤️ While celebrating our 20th anniversary in the Dominican Republic, my husband and I sat down to have an honest conversation about what we've learned over two decades together. Marriage isn't about perfection…it's about choosing each other through every season. We've experienced joy, challenges, growth, and countless lessons along the way, and we're sharing some of the things that have helped strengthen our relationship. Whether you've been married for 20 years, 20 months, or you're hoping to be one day, we pray this conversation encourages you. Take a listen, and let us know what lessons marriage has taught you over the years. We'd love to hear your thoughts! ❤️ Please follow my page, like, and share with others. #faithfamilycommunity #theordinarybrave #podcast #marriage

Duty, Family, Community | EP. 32

In this episode, we sit down with Cookeville City Councilman Ali Bagci to hear the story behind his life of service…From his military background to his decision to serve the people of Cookeville on city council. We also talk about his family’s unique connection to Star Wars. This conversation is a powerful reminder that leadership often begins with a heart to serve others. 🎙️ Listen now. Like. Share. Follow. #CookevilleCityCouncil #MilitaryService #faithfamilycommunity #Podcast #theordinarybrave

The Heart Behind Hope | EP. 31

In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Bucher again, the interim director of Hope Adoption Agency, to talk about the heart behind adoption, serving birth moms and families, and the real needs facing adoptive families today. We also discuss practical ways our community can step in to support—whether through prayer, resources, encouragement, advocacy, or simply showing up for families walking the adoption journey. ❤️ This conversation is inspiring, informative, and a powerful reminder that every child deserves hope and belonging. 🎙️ New episode streaming now. Like. Share. Follow. #Adoption #HopeAdoptionAgency #faithfamilycommunity #theordinarybrave #podcast

The Journey of Our Son | EP. 30

Their journey to becoming a family stretched across countries, oceans, paperwork, waiting, prayers, and hope. In this week’s podcast, Elizabeth Bucher shares the story of traveling to South Korea to bring their son home. It’s a story about love, faith, and the incredible reality that family is built by far more than geography. ❤️ 🎧 Listen now. Like. Share. Follow #theordinarybrave #podcast #adoption #hopeadoptionagency #faithfamilycommunity

BE WARNED | EP. 29

No parent should ever have to walk through the loss of a child. In this powerful episode, Candi Sparks shares the heartbreaking story of losing her daughter, Grace Ann, to coercive suicide connected to online manipulation. But through unimaginable grief, Candi chose to fight for awareness, for parents, and for change. We also discuss the legislation passed in Grace Ann’s honor and why every family needs to be paying attention to what our children are facing online today. This conversation is emotional, eye-opening, and deeply important. 🎙️ New episode streaming now. Like, share and follow! #Podcast #Parenting #OnlineSafety #theordinarybrave #MentalHealthAwareness #faithfamilycommunity