Relevate Podcast

Reaching High with Adam Cherney

It takes the strength of a warrior to overcome all that Adam Cherney has endured during his young life...a devastating fall, multiple surgeries followed by complications, and a rare disease eventually landed him in a wheelchair.  His recovery and mission to live a life full of purpose and adventure is now reaching new heights through his new nonprofit, cherneysjourneys.  Listen to Adam's faith-filled and heroic story!
To learn more about Adam:  https://cherneysjourneys.com
To learn more Ubora Tanzania:  https://UboraTZ.org
For more about Rena, the host of Relevate:  https://Rena-olsen.com

Forgiving a Good Man with Mark Goodman

Mark Goodman is an expert on forgiveness.  Lord knows we all need coaching on this subject!  Mark has written a new book about his journey from abuse survivor to forgiveness advocate in, "Forgiving a Good Man".
You'll learn from Mark that freedom awaits for those who choose the sometimes difficult yet intentional act of forgiveness.
Who do you know that needs to hear this episode?  Please share!
To connect with Mark Goodman: https://70x7.org
To connect with Rena Olsen, your host of The Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com

Radical Youth Work with Dr. Wes Robins

Breakthrough often requires a radical approach, especially when it comes to adolescents who are struggling with mental health and other challenges. My friend, Dr. Weston Robins, a psychologist, is leading the charge through "radical youth work" for teens and young people through his organization, Eternal Strength. Dr. Wes is here today on the Relevate Podcast to share more about his highly effective and innovative approach to counseling and therapy for troubled teens. To learn more about Eternal Strength:  https://eternalstrength.com
For more about Rena Olsen, host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
 

Nonprofit Spotlight: Ubora Tanzania

The call on my heart to serve in Africa came later in life through my work as a communications consultant for the nonprofit Ubora Tanzania.
Ubora (a Swahili word for excellence) serves a rural village in the valley of Mount Kilimanjaro and has for over 20 years now.  In this hope-filled episode, you'll learn more about the beautiful land of Tanzania and her people and the work of Ubora! I also share some personal insight from my visit in 2022. You'll also meet a few of the amazing people of Ubora (on the U.S. side), Dave Burgess, the president, and Emily Weaver, our operations impact manager.   Stay tuned for a future episode to meet our Tanzanian counterparts!
For more about UboraTZ, visit: https://UboraTZ.org
To listen to Dave's previous episode on the Relevate Podcast: https://relevatepodcast.podbean.com/e/called-to-serve-with-dave-burgess/
Dave and Mary Ann Taylor, who have faithfully served the ministry for decades now, have also share their story on Relevate:  https://relevatepodcast.podbean.com/e/faithful-with-dave-and-mary-ann-taylor/
To learn more about Rena, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
Asante Sana (thank you very much) for listening and sharing this episode with your friends.  
If you'd like to connect to discuss more about Ubora, email:  info@UboraTZ.org

Food is Love with Skye Estroff

"The more we have accepting and adventurous eaters, the more that people are accepting and open to different cultures and different people--that adds to progress in the world." - Skye Estroff
Atlanta food celeb and social media expert Skye Estroff and Rena Olsen, the host of Relevate, are both serious food aficionados.  The two chat about the Atlanta food scene and wax poetic about the many ways food is love.
To connect with Skye:  https://skye-estroff.com
To connect with Rena:  https://rena-olsen.com
 

Reverend of Radical Change Kirk Driskell

"A lot of people I see fail (in recovery) is because they are unwilling to do the simple disciplines that are required." - Kirk Driskell, Founder-Vision Warriors Church
Freedom from drugs and alcohol is not easy, but possible--it takes the heart and discipline of a warrior, according to Kirk Driskell.  Listen to Kirk's journey to 10,000 days of recovery and the hard truths he's learned along the way of what it takes to live an "epic" life in long-term recovery. Kirk is the founder of Vision Warriors Church and is responsible for helping lead hundreds of men, and now women, to freedom through his organization.  
To learn more about Vision Warriors:  https://visionwarriors.org
To connect with Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
 

Champion for LIFE and founder of LIFEBOX Heather Palacios

This episode contains sensitive information on the topic of suicide.  If you or a loved are facing a mental health crisis, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline:  800-273-8255.
Heather Palacios has struggled to live since she was 8-years-old.  Today she has become an impassioned advocate to choose life over suicide, a path she continues to walk out every day.  
During the pandemic when she was restricted from ministering to others in person, she came up with the idea of a LIFEBOX, a gift box filled with tools and resources to help those who struggle to survive.  
In this episode, Heather shares more about her personal journey and how she's using LIFEBOXES as a tool in the fight to inspire others to choose life.    
This is Heather's second appearance on the Relevate Podcast.  To listen to the previous episode, where she fully shares her story:  https://relevatepodcast.podbean.com/e/survivor-story-with-heather-palacios/
To connect with Heather or to request a LIFEBOX or donate to the cause, visit:  https://wondherful.com
To connect with Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
Be safe and know that you are loved, dear ones.  Your life matters more than you can ever imagine.
xo
Rena
 

Giving Sunshine with Jason Clawson

Sunshine and storms often follow one another as we make our way through life on Earth.  For Jason Clawson, the storms hit early and suddenly, as his wife was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer.  Listen to his powerful yet hopeful story and the unexpected gift that helped him find new life and purpose again--and eventually the chance to give sunshine to others.
To learn more about Jason and his Giving Sunshine gift boxes:  https://givingsunshine.org
To connect with Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast and soon, Maturus:  https://rena-olsen.com and https://maturus.net
You can find Rena on Instagram:  https://instagram.com/renaolsen

Love Is with Kim Sorrelle

There is, perhaps, no greater mystery than love!  Author Kim Sorrelle walks us through what love is and what love is not, as instructed by Paul the Apostle in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8.  
Kim is the author of the new book, Love Is:  A Yearlong Experiment of Living out 1 Corinthians 13 Love.  While many of us may have said these very words when we got married, chances are the full meaning of the "life is patient, love is kind..." message did not take root in our hearts. 
Don't miss her hard yet hope-filled story and deep dive into 'love' on this episode of the Relevate Podcast!
To connect with Kim:  https://kimsorrelle.com
To connect with Rena, the host and creator of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
Who do you know that needs to hear that message?  Please share this episode and subscribe to the Relevate Podcast!
Thank you for being a listener and supporter of this program.
xo
Rena   

My Identity Christ Is with Nakia Cole

"It's my story for God's glory." - Nakia Cole
Unresolved childhood trauma, though rarely visible, is often still there, lurking in the shadows and darkness.  
Rather than hide it, my friend, Nakia Cole, has written a book on her difficult yet ultimately hopeful story, in hopes of inspiring others who've walked a similar path.
Warning, this episode contains content that is not appropriate for children and may be triggering to those who've experienced childhood sexual abuse.  
Who do you know that needs to hear Nakia'a story?  Please share as we know healing can only begin when light is given the chance to overcome the darkness.
To connect with Nakia:  https://nakiacole.com
To connect with Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com and also:  https://maturus.net
On Social:
https://instagram.com/renaolsen
https://instagram.com/maturuslife
https://tiktok.com/renatolsen
Thank you for being a listener of the Relevate Podcast.  Your support of this program is appreciated more than you'll ever know.
xo
Rena