Relevate Podcast

Hope Slinger Lara MacGregor

Devastating illness can define us.  Lara MacGregor first found out she had breast cancer when she was 30 years old and 7 months pregnant and the unthinkable--chemo and pregnancy--had to cooccur. 
Her and her son both survived.  15 years later and multiple occurrences of the disease, there's a lot we can all learn from Lara's story.  Rather than being overtaken by it all, Lara instead chooses to steadfastly hold onto hope, choosing life, joy and family each and every day.
She is simply amazing.
To learn more about Lara:  https://laramacgregor.com
To learn more about Hope Scarves, the nonprofit she founded:  https://hopescarves.org
On Instagram:  @lara_macgregor
To learn more about yours truly, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
On Instagram:  @renaolsen
Coming in January 2022, Maturus, a new lifestyle brand for "matures"
https://maturus.net
  

Thrive with Tiffany Huff-Strothers

The joy that exudes from Tiffany Huff-Strothers is palpable.  To meet her, you would never suspect a back story of hopelessness and domestic abuse that nearly took her life.  Listen to learn how this amazing woman learned not only to survive, but thrive.
To learn more about Tiffany:  https://tiffanyhuffexperience.com
To learn more about Rena, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
Stay tuned for the launch of Maturus, a lifestyle brand for the active and adventure-seeking "matures" over 50!  https://maturus.net 
On social media:  @maturuslife
 

Partner for Social Change--Dr. Ann Price

"We are called to get engaged in our communities..."
Dr. Ann Price 
An important and timely conversation with Dr. Ann Price, a community psychologist and founder of Community Evaluation Solutions about our role in getting involved in helping solve complex societal issues and working toward improving our communities and our world.  Rena and Ann talk about root causes, racial reconciliation, the importance of community engagement, and more.  
To connect with Ann:  Community Evaluation Solutions
To listen to Ann's fabulous podcast: Community Possibilities
To connect with Rena:  rena-olsen.com
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Where will you get involved and serve?  Let's be people of love and action!

Survivor Story with Kayla Bergeron

It was a day like any other for Kayla Bergeron when she went to work in the North Tower of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.  Hear her story of surviving that harrowing day and the trauma she still carries.  And how a second DUI arrest ultimately became her lifeline.
To learn more about Kayla, simply Google "Kayla Bergeron, 9/11 survivor".
Should you have resources, connections or other ways to help Kayla or other civilian survivors with PTSD, email:  renatolsen@icloud.com
To learn more about Rena, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com

Life is Better With a Dog with Beth Bruchmann

Dogs...they really are man's (or woman's) best friend.  
This episode is for the dog people of the world or those who might be considering the addition of a canine kid to the family.  Beth Bruchmann of Chattahoochee Kennels shares more about the Goldendoodle breed, tips for puppy training and what you should look for when choosing a breeder.  
Please subscribe to the Relevate Podcast for more upbeat stories of hope and inspiration.
For more about Beth Bruchmann:  https://chattahoocheekennels.com
To learn more about Rena, your host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
 

Relentless with Teemaree

"God placed inside of me a warrior, but I was also scared."
- Teemaree
To see the confident, beautiful and radiant Teemaree, one could easily assume "charmed life".
But looks can be deceiving.  Listen and be inspired as leadership coach and author Teemaree shares her personal story of heartbreak to triumph.  And how she's discovered joy and resilience through transformation. 
You'll also receive valuable life coaching tips from Teemaree, like how to persevere by being relentless.
To learn more about Teemaree:  https://teemaree.com
For more about Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
Don't miss the unedited video interview:  https://youtu.be/StAEbHLaQm0

Jewelry for Good with Megan Kitt of Tuli

"If people have that desire to do something good in the world, they should go out and chase it." - Megan Kitt, founder of Tuli Jewelry
Something as simple as fashion jewelry has the ability to impact the world for good.  Listen to learn the inspirational story of Megan Kitt and the company she founded, Tuli.  Tuli is a jewelry company that provides women in East Africa with meaningful work and sustainable income for their families.  Megan shares valuable life lessons learned along the way and provides encouragement for those who wish to embark on a similar path of doing work for good!
To learn more about Tuli:  https://tuli.co
To learn more about Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
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Radical Love of Neighbor with Corner to Corner

Listen and learn what happens when love of neighbor is lived out fully with Will Acuff and Shana Berkeley from the Nashville nonprofit Corner to Corner.  A hope-filled and inspiring conversation about pursuing God-sized dreams and the fantastic work of Corner to Corner.
To learn more about Corner to Corner:  https://cornertocorner.org
To learn more about Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com
For those who prefer to watch in video:  https://youtu.be/90Y5PywKz2E
Keep shining my friends and remember to love your neighbors! 
xo
Rena  

Leading Things You Didn't Start with Tyler Reagin

"When you're called into a new role, your job is not to be the person that was there before...don't be them, that's not your job."- Tyler Reagin
There will all be times in our life we were are called to step up and lead something.  Leadership expert Tyler Reagin sits down with Rena to talk about what it means to lead well and share tips from his new book, "Leading Things You Didn't Start". 
Tyler is a leadership expert and founder of the Life-Giving Company.  He is the former President of Catalyst and worked at North Point Ministries for 10 years.  To learn more about Tyler:  https://tylerreagin.com
For more information about Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  https://rena-olsen.com

Better Understanding Alzheimer's with Lisa Skinner

Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia are difficult to understand and manage, dramatically impacting both patients and their caregivers.  Lisa Skinner, a behavioral expert in dementia and other brain diseases, provides helpful information for families impact by the disease.  She also offers ways we all can protect our own brain health.
Lisa Skinner is the author of Not All Who Wander Need be Lost:  Stories of Hope for Families Facing Alzheimer's and Dementia available on Amazon.  
For more information on Rena Olsen, the host of the Relevate Podcast:  rena-olsen.com