# fierce (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover fierce. Page: Feed: --- ## Spiritual | From Baseball to the Priesthood with Fr. Ben Keller _2026-08-17 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ Dominican priest and former college baseball player, Fr. Ben Keller joins Sam on the FIERCE podcast to share his inspiring journey of growing up in Minnesota, navigating his faith on his own as a student-athlete at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and discovering his true vocation during an unforgettable, life-changing conference in Orlando. From running athlete Bible studies to navigating… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19661856-spiritual-from-baseball-to-the-priesthood-with-fr-ben-keller.mp3) ## [A Family Saga Intersecting MS, Faith, and the Power of God’s Love with Sarah Jean Snyder](https://dorisswift.com/2026/08/15/a-family-saga-intersecting-ms-faith-and-the-power-of-gods-love-with-sarah-jean-snyder/) _2026-08-15 · Fierce Calling_ Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, Doris sits down with Sarah Jean Snyder, author of He Said Saga: The Daughter’s Story. The conversation focused on Sarah’s deeply personal journey—her father’s battle with MS, her own diagnosis, and how these experiences intersected with her spiritual growth. A key theme that emerged was how the purpose behind Sarah’s writing evolved over a decade,… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Sarah_Jean_Snyder_revised_version.mp3) ## Spiritual | Sport as Prayer _2026-08-10 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ This episode of the FIERCE Athlete Podcast focuses on practically integrating our spiritual life into our athletic training and performance. Athletes spend hours training their bodies, but often far less time on their spiritual lives. What if you could do both at the same time? Sam and Julianna explore how sport itself is a path to prayer, allowing athletes to "pray without ceasing" by viewing… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19621580-spiritual-sport-as-prayer.mp3) ## Spiritual | Run So As To Win _2026-08-03 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ What you do to the body affects the soul, and what you do to the soul affects the body. So it's time to talk about the spiritual! Hosts Sam Kelley and Julianna Dalton kick off a new month dedicated to the spiritual life of athletes, exploring how body, mind, and soul must integrate to achieve peak performance and true sanctity. Drawing inspiration from St. Paul's athletic analogies in scripture,… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19589552-spiritual-run-so-as-to-win.mp3) ## Mental | Psychological PT with Darilyn Bixenman _2026-07-27 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ Ready to turn your athletic drive into your ultimate psychological superpower? In this episode of the FIERCE Athlete Podcast, host Sam Kelley continues a powerhouse conversation with counseling psychologist Darilyn Bixenman to reveal how female athletes can crush anxiety, build unwavering confidence, and deepen their trust in God. The secret weapon? Self-efficacy—the unbreakable belief that you… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19557147-mental-psychological-pt-with-darilyn-bixenman.mp3) ## Mental | Why Are We So Anxious? with Darilyn Bixenman _2026-07-20 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ In this episode of The Fierce Athlete Podcast , host Sam Kelley sits down with counseling psychologist Darilyn Bixenman to unpack the modern epidemic of debilitating anxiety affecting female athletes. Moving past the typical blame on social media, they explore how constant information overload, perfectionism, and the paralyzing fear of disappointing others leave young women feeling disconnected… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19515478-mental-why-are-we-so-anxious-with-darilyn-bixenman.mp3) ## Mental | The Dark Corners _2026-07-13 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ Fear is one of the greatest opponents you'll ever face—and it's not wearing a jersey. In this powerful episode, Sam and Julianna expose the lies, strongholds, and hidden fears that keep athletes trapped in their minds and playing from a place of anxiety instead of freedom. Together, they invite Jesus into the darkest corners of the heart, where true healing begins. Through honest conversation,… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19482915-mental-the-dark-corners.mp3) ## Mental | Handling Failure _2026-07-06 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ New month= new topic! On this episode of the Fierce Athlete Podcast, hosts Samantha Kelley and Julianna Dalton tackle the mental game. They explore how female athletes can harmonize their physical, mental, and spiritual health to fully embrace their God-given identity. Discover practical strategies to conquer failure, rewire negative thought patterns, and use body language to instantly boost your… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19448992-mental-handling-failure.mp3) ## Bonus Recap | Identity, Femininity, + Physical _2026-06-29 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ Time for a good film review session! This week we recap three months of life-changing insights on what it means to be a daughter of God in the world of sports. Moving beyond the "charge forward" mentality of an athlete, Sam dives back into the core pillars of identity, femininity, and the sacredness of the physical body. From the danger of defining yourself by your past to the "active receptivity"… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19415344-bonus-recap-identity-femininity-physical.mp3) ## [Escaping the Darkness: Breaking Free from New Age and the Occult Through God’s Truth with Jac Marino Chen #226](https://dorisswift.com/2026/06/23/escaping-the-darkness-breaking-free-from-new-age-and-the-occult-through-gods-truth-with-jac-marino-chen-226/) _2026-06-23 · Fierce Calling_ Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, I welcome my new friend Jac Marino Chen. Jac shares her remarkable testimony of being saved by Jesus Christ out of the darkness of abuse, addiction, New Age practices, and the occult. We’re also talking about her new book, Ensnared: Escaping New Age and Occult Practices Through Biblical Truth and Gospel Hope , which is now available for pre-order.… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Jac_Marino_Chen_226.mp3) ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MNGQjRo399il) _2026-06-23 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## Physical | The Body Scan Prayer _2026-06-22 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ It's time to change. It's time to love our bodies. In this unique episode, host Sam Kelley gets practical and leads a transformative exercise aimed at healing self-image and overcoming the toxic cycle of body comparison and self-hatred. Designed specifically for female athletes, this "body scan" prayer is a tool Kelley has used for over a decade to shift her perception of her own body from… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19380817-physical-the-body-scan-prayer.mp3) ## Physical | 7 Tips for the Injured Athlete _2026-06-15 · FIERCE Athlete Podcast_ Dealing with an injury is an inevitable, yet often ill-equipped, part of an athlete's journey. In this episode, host Sam Kelley shares seven transformative tips for those currently sidelined, drawing from her own experience of seven orthopedic surgeries. Whether you are facing physical injury, chronic pain, or even "injuries of the heart," this discussion offers a roadmap for integrating your… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/322412/episodes/19343657-physical-7-tips-for-the-injured-athlete.mp3) ## [When Mothering is Hard: Finding Hope in God’s Eternal Plan for Moms with Shalene C. Roberts](https://dorisswift.com/2026/06/09/when-mothering-is-hard-finding-hope-in-gods-eternal-plan-for-moms-with-shalene-c-roberts/) _2026-06-09 · Fierce Calling_ Hi Friend, Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, Doris sits down with Shalene Roberts, a part-time homeschooling mom of five, writer, small business owner, and author of the heartwarming children’s book Bruce the Brave . Shalene Roberts is passionate about helping women cultivate grace-filled homes and anchor their families in Christ. Together, they delve into her new book, When… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Shalene_Roberts_225.mp3) ## [Beyond “I Don’t Know What to Say”: Navigating Grief Conversations with Grace with Cheri Fletcher Ep 224](https://dorisswift.com/2026/05/26/beyond-i-dont-know-what-to-say-navigating-grief-conversations-with-grace-with-cheri-fletcher-ep-224/) _2026-05-26 · Fierce Calling_ Hi Friend, Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s heartfelt episode, Doris sits down with her dear friend and sister in Christ, Cheri Fletcher, to discuss how to navigate grief conversations, honor precious memories, and find purpose through life’s deepest losses. After the loss of her daughter Annie in 2023, Cheri created Beyond “I Don’t Know What to Say” Grief Cards, a resource designed to… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Cheri_Fletcher_224_final.mp3) ## [An Honest Caregiver: Ann Coker’s Reflections on Love, Loss, and Legacy](https://dorisswift.com/2026/05/13/an-honest-caregiver-ann-cokers-reflections-on-love-loss-and-legacy/) _2026-05-13 · Fierce Calling_ Hi Friend, Welcome to this new episode on the Fierce Calling podcast! We’re so glad you’re with us—whether you’re a regular listener or a new friend stopping by. 🎙️ This Week’s Episode: An Honest Caregiver – Ann Coker’s Reflections of Love, Loss, and Legacy On episode 223, Ann Coker returns to share from her new book, An Honest Caregiver: Facing the Reality of My Husband’s Dementia . Ann Coker… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Ann_Coker_223.mp3) ## [Hope Ignited: Be Set Free From the Grip of Anxiety and Depression with Maria Morgan](https://dorisswift.com/2026/02/19/hope-ignited-be-set-free-from-the-grip-of-anxiety-and-depression-with-maria-morgan/) _2026-02-19 · Fierce Calling_ Welcome back to the Fierce Calling podcast! In this powerful episode, host Doris Swift is joined by her longtime friend and award-winning author Maria Morgan, whose latest and soon-to-be-released book, Hope Ignited: Set Free from the Grip of Anxiety and Depression, offers a faith-centered, holistic approach to healing. Maria Morgan opens up about her own journey through seasons of anxiety,… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Maria_Morgan_222.mp3) ## [America Reads the Bible: Igniting a Nation Through Scripture with Bunni Pounds](https://dorisswift.com/2026/01/27/america-reads-the-bible-igniting-a-nation-through-scripture-with-bunni-pounds/) _2026-01-27 · Fierce Calling_ Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, Doris sits down with her friend and powerhouse leader Bunni Pounds—founder and president of Christians Engaged, senior vice president at Family Policy Alliance, and author of Jesus in Politics : One Woman’s Walk with God in a Mudslinging Profession . Together, they dive into Bunni Pounds’s incredible journey of faith, leadership, and calling,… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/America_Reads_The_Bible_with_Bunni_Pounds_episode_221.mp3) ## [Does Your Soul Feel Its Worth? How to Experience True Christmas Joy](https://dorisswift.com/2025/12/23/does-your-soul-feel-its-worth-how-to-experience-true-christmas-joy/) _2025-12-23 · Fierce Calling_ Hey, friend! Welcome to the Fierce Calling Podcast, where I usually talk with guests who are taking action where their passion, compassion, and conviction intersect, but not this week. This is Christmas week, and I am replaying an episode I recorded back in 2022, Are You Ready for Christmas? A Special Christmas Episode with a Christmas Poem & Prayer . It was the year of Hurricane Ian, and our home… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Christmas_Episode_Fierce_Calling.mp3) ## [Overcoming Your Difficult Story and Finding Healing Through Surrender with Mary DeMuth](https://dorisswift.com/2025/12/09/overcoming-your-difficult-story-and-finding-healing-through-surrender-with-mary-demuth/) _2025-12-10 · Fierce Calling_ We have a powerful new episode to share with you! This week, Doris Swift welcomes the incredible Mary DeMuth—author of over 50 books, literary agent, artist, podcaster, and global speaker—who shares her story and wisdom on finding freedom, healing, and joy through surrender. Here’s what you’ll find in this inspiring conversation: ✨ The Freedom of Surrender Mary opens up about her latest… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Mary_DeMuth_219.mp3) ## [Zero-Persistence E2EE (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/V7490lMfnW8t) _2025-12-10 · **Sponsored**_ End-to-end encryption with client-side WebCrypto and volatile memory. ## [Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Finding Clarity and Confidence in Jesus’ claim to divinity with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario](https://dorisswift.com/2025/11/18/did-jesus-really-say-he-was-god-finding-clarity-and-confidence-in-jesus-claim-to-divinity-with-dr-mikel-del-rosario/) _2025-11-18 · Fierce Calling_ We’re excited to bring you a fascinating episode this week! Doris welcomed Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, professor, author, and host of the Apologetics Guy podcast, to talk about his brand new book: Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Making Sense of Historical Claims . Many have wrestled with doubt or faced tough questions from loved ones about who Jesus is, did Jesus claim to be God, and the reliability… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/content.blubrry.com/fiercecallingpodcast/Dr_Mikel_Del_Rosario_218.mp3)