Strangers on The Way

Nov 17 2024 117 ep. 27 mins
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Transforming the world, one stranger at a time. On a quest to eliminate loneliness and isolation, writer and speaker Lauren Hansen is on a mission to encourage every person to meet someone new every day. This podcast shares inspirational stories of her interactions with strangers across the world. Be inspired through her stories to create new stories of your own.

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Episode 116: Dele Okuwobi - Building and creating, how to pray, and the power of failure

Nov 17 2024 43 mins  
In Episode 116, Lauren interviews builder and creator Dele Okuwobi. Dele leads an organization called Wonder Association that helps church leaders build, create, innovate, and launch the dreams God has placed in their heart. In this episode, Dele shares about the innovation process of a builder and creator, how builders and creators are like scientists, and how failure is an integr

Episode 115: Jacki Mjoen - Teaching the next generation, the Enneagram, and overcoming brain cancer

Nov 10 2024 31 mins  
In Episode 115, Lauren interviews teacher and brain cancer warrior Jacki Mjoen. Jacki is a middle school math teacher who helps her students overcome shame and the fear of not being smart enough. In 2022, Jacki received a brain tumor diagnosis and fought cancer. In this episode, Jacki shares wisdom she's learned by walking through the valley, how the Enneagram has helped her relati

Episode 114: Romain Berthelot - Becoming a Catholic priest, coming to light, and Ignatius of Loyola

Nov 03 2024 64 mins  
In Episode 114, Lauren interviews French Catholic priest Romain Berthelot. Romain serves in a wonderful Catholic community called the Chemin Neuf. In this episode, Romain shares his journey to becoming a priest, reconciliation between family, and his process deciding to give up marriage to become a priest. The way Romain is loved by God and loves him in return is stunning. Stay for

Episode 113: Francesco Bianco - Healing miracles, Italy, and meaning from Moana

Oct 27 2024 63 mins  
In Episode 113, Lauren interviews Italian-native Francesco Bianco. Francesco lives with a community in Italy and is passionate about praying for healing and people understanding their royal identity. In this episode, Francesco talks about how he found meaning from the movie Moana, shares miracles of healing he's witnessed, and prays for listeners at the end. If you are in pain, rec

Episode 112: Hannah Shallenberger - Intentionally loving others, handwritten notes, and growing up in a big family

Oct 20 2024 40 mins  
In Episode 112, Lauren interviews brilliant, witty and connector of people Hannah Shallenberger. Hannah has served in higher education and K12 for her career helping to fulfill goals of students and organizations through fundraising. In this episode, we talk about the beauty of intentionally loving others (especially through the use of paper products!), what it's like to grow up in

Episode 111: Jeffrey Clayton - From introvert to extrovert, connecting with people, and being a dad

Oct 13 2024 35 mins  
In Episode 111, Lauren interviews risk-taking introvert and people connector Jeffrey Clayton. When Lauren met Jeffrey, he was introducing himself to everyone in the room and she noticed his kind friendliness. What she didn't know was that Jeffrey had been quite shy growing up, but began striking up conversations with friends and strangers in an effort to become more connected to ot

Episode 110: Christine Haber - Celebrations, everlasting love, and life in Jamaica

Oct 06 2024 44 mins  
In Episode 110, Lauren interviews Jamaican Bishop Christine Haber. Christine was a Broadway dancer in New York, a travel agent, and began leading a ministry in Jamaica 23 years ago (and is celebrating the 23rd anniversary this month!). Christine's passionate faith is inspiring. In this episode, Christine shares her experience as a little girl being a friend of Jesus, what she's see

Episode 109: Alyssa Goncales - Finding your voice, voting, and the power of local elections

Sep 29 2024 31 mins  
In Episode 109, Lauren interviews Arizona-based wife, mom and political field representative Alyssa Goncales. Alyssa was a business owner and hair stylist for 21 years and a couple of years ago, a friend invited her to volunteer at a political rally and it lit a spark inside of her. Alyssa now works with Turning Point Action, helps lead a Mom's Coalition and educates people on the

Episode 108: Eléna Kappers - Belonging, cross-cultural mission, and growing up in Yemen

Sep 23 2024 42 mins  
In Episode 108, Lauren interviews worldwide adventurer Eléna Kappers. Eléna grew up in Yemen with her parents (her dad is Dutch-Canadian and her mom is German), went to university in Scotland, and currently lives in England. In January, Eléna will board an Operation Mobilization (OM) Ship based in Taiwan that will travel throughout Southeast Asia throughout 2025.During her senio

Episode 107: Lea Schmehl - Scouts, experiencing peace, and life in Germany

Sep 15 2024 41 mins  
In Episode 107, Lauren interviews German-native Lea Schmehl. Lea is a joy-filled 21-year old student studying to become a math/geography teacher. In this episode, Lea shares about what it's like living in Germany, her experience working and serving children and teens, and Lea leads listeners into a beautiful imaginative encounter at the end of the episode. If you are in need of pea