In this episode of the A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast, founder and president Beverly Knox Davis shares an inspiring update on the organization’s mission to serve the Historic Hoskins community in Charlotte, North Carolina.Currently assisting over 250 families each week through the Brighter Day Community Hub, Beverly outlines urgent funding goals — including $150,000 to pay off the hub’s mortgage by year’s end, $300,000 to sustain staffing and essential operations, and a $250,000 Mecklenburg

Live recording from a recent presentation I gave on a concept called The Developmental Mountain, how our communication styles are formed, impact our adult relationships and sabotage our success.All of my links are here.

On his debut episode of the California Now Podcast, new host Josh Meyers dives head-first into the weird and wonderful folklore that stretches across this state from the hub of spiritual tourism in Mount Shasta to UFO sightings in the Mojave Desert.First up, Meyers chats with Zach O’Brien, founder of the digital publication Active NorCal. A Lemurian expert, O’Brien explains how Northern California’s mystical landscape inspires imagination and legend, noting that “as soon as you get into these

Big news—California Now is back with a new season and a new host, Josh Meyers! Join Josh as he travels the Golden State, meeting the people and discovering the places that make California so extraordinary. Get ready for fresh stories, hidden gems, and plenty of inspiration for your next adventure.

Travel demands resilience, and leadership in the travel industry requires even more. Ariane Gorin, Chief Executive Officer of Expedia Group, joins Elisabeth to share her personal journey, leadership philosophy, and perspectives on the future of travel.Ariane’s path was sparked by a formative childhood trip that ended with her sleeping in a car on the side of a road in Italy, an experience that inspired a career dedicated to making travel more seamless for others. Drawing on her experience, she

From Different Worlds to One Love: Samantha & Durelle BaileySamantha and Durelle Bailey’s love story began in an unexpected place, Instagram DMs long before it was the norm. She was raised in Nova Scotia in a loving, two-parent home; he grew up in Florida facing instability and hardship. But Samantha saw Durelle’s potential, not his past and that changed everything.From her family flying him in for Christmas to building a thriving life together, their journey is a powerful reminder that love and

The meals we remember most aren’t just about flavor — they’re about where we are, who we’re with, and the sense of place on the plate.In this episode, Chef Julian Hagood joins Elisabeth to explore how travel and food intertwine. Julian shares his journey from New York to Seattle, where he transformed an abandoned bodega into one of the city’s most beloved restaurants.He reveals some of his favorite dishes inspired by the Pacific Northwest, rooted in seasonal and local ingredients. Julian also talks

In this inspiring episode of the A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast, host Beverly Knox Davis, founder and president of A Brighter Day Outreach, sits down with Stephanie Chavis, founder of Excel Peer Support Services, to share stories of healing, connection, and collaboration within the historic Hoskins community of Charlotte, North Carolina.Beverly and Stephanie reflect on how divine timing brought their partnership together—after a few missed attempts, Beverly’s “spirit said, ‘Be still,’” allowing

Travel rewards those who remain curious and immerse themselves in the local culture. For longtime host of “The Amazing Race” Phil Keoghan, missing those opportunities means missing the entire point of the journey.In this episode, he joins Elisabeth for an inspired conversation about the lessons he’s learned from a lifetime of travel. He reflects on his earliest memories abroad and how exposure to diverse cultures shaped his worldview. Phil credits curiosity as the greatest gift he received from his

In this deeply personal solo episode, Arvia opens up about the moments that shaped her marriage, her resilience, and her gratitude for partnership.Just one year into marriage and pregnant with her daughter, Bradlee, Arvia’s father came to live with her and Jason after being diagnosed with lung cancer and given only six months to live. He went on to live for sixteen months, a season that was both challenging and profoundly transformative.Years later, Arvia faced her own diagnosis: breast cancer at

Traveling with family can create memories that last a lifetime. But what’s the secret to making those moments truly extraordinary?Actor and singer Jaime Camil joins host Elisabeth Goodridge to unpack what authentic travel experiences with family look and feel like.Jaime reflects on how his father sparked his love for travel, teaching him to appreciate the difference between luxurious escapes and genuine, affordable adventures. Now a father himself, he shares how he finds that magic with his own

In this episode of the A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast, host Beverly Knox Davis welcomes Miss Minnie McPherson, the new Program Director for the Break Every Chain program at Thomasboro Academy.Miss Minnie shares her inspiring personal journey, from becoming a young mother to navigating career changes, all while being guided by the influence of her own mother’s resilience. Her story reflects a deep commitment to giving back and ensuring that children in the community feel valued, loved, and

Love Without Asterisks is a podcast about what happens when the blueprint you’ve built your life around no longer fits the people you love most. If you have an LGBTQ+ someone in your life, this is for you. In Episode 1, Jeff welcomes longtime friend Peter Fulmer—dad to two LGBTQ kids—to show how presence, not perfection, becomes the clearest signal of love.Jeff, in his intro, lays the foundation for what’s ahead by naming the gap between a worldview shaped by tradition and the lived reality of

Does a meaningful trip create happiness? Elisabeth sits down with Harvard professor and bestselling author, Arthur Brooks, to explore why travel is one of the most powerful tools we have for building joy.Arthur shares what he considers the three "macronutrients" of happiness and how travel delivers them through a change in routine, memory-making, and shared experience. He describes how the best trips — from spontaneous adventures to quiet moments on the beach — involve a little excitement, a little

In this deeply moving conversation, Gena and Mathew Knowles open up about their 12-year marriage, a relationship built on love, resilience, and intentional growth.Gena and Mathew met in Houston, where their journey began. Over the past 12 years, their marriage has blossomed into a beautiful partnership grounded in mutual respect and commitment.Their marriage has been tested in profound ways. Six months after Gena’s sister passed away from breast cancer at just 48 years old, Mathew was diagnosed with

This is the official trailer for LOVE* (Love Without Asterisks)—a podcast for parents, friends, and loved ones learning what it truly means to love when someone you care about comes out as LGBTQ+. Hosted by Jeff Click, Love Without Asterisks explores the emotional, relational, and spiritual renovation that happens when unconditional love collides with a worldview shaped by tradition...one influenced by faith communities, family expectations, and cultural norms that often leave people unsure of how