The Brittany Wheeler Show

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to The Brittany Wheeler Show! Join Brittany as she interviews ordinary people living extraordinary lives, blessing one person each episode! Our guests are your neighbors, friends, teachers, coaches and other amazing men and women who are no different than you!! You won't find "how to's" or "quick fixes". Instead you will find REAL people who have REAL experience living life and becoming better along the way. If you are ready to laugh, cry and have authentic conversations then The Brittany Wheeler Show is for YOU! "As always, do good things, make me proud and we will see you next time!" www.localmotivecollaborative.com @thebrittanywheelershow

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June 10, 2026Episode 1071 hr 2 min

"Designing Success" with Suzanne Mills Winkler

About EpisodeBrittany sits down with her friend and mentor, Suzanne Mills Winkler, for an inspiring conversation about career, faith, family, and legacy. Suzanne shares how their mentorship began at Port City Community Church and grew into a true friendship, then walks through her journey from California art student to rising star at Mattel, where she led the Barbie team and a $160M product line. She opens up about her faith transformation, the healing of her marriage, and how the failure of her own business ultimately deepened her relationship with God. Suzanne reflects on embracing her role as a stepmom, the joy she finds in mentoring others, and the legacy of love and creativity she hopes to leave behind. She closes with fun lifestyle favorites, a peek at her mixed‑media wildlife art, and the simple daily habit that’s kept her 32‑year marriage strong.______________________Check out Suzanne on IG @millswinkler and follow along with their journey! Chicken Salad Chick favorite restaurant @chickensaladchick -check them out! Inspector Gamache mystery series by Louise Penny favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

June 3, 2026Episode 1071 hr 16 min

"God Became My Father" with Perla Frias

About EpisodeIn this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with her friend Perla Frias, a mental health counselor from Wilmington, to discuss faith, healing, and overcoming life's challenges. Together, they share their experiences with father wounds, finding identity in God, and how healing transformed their views of relationships and themselves.Perla courageously opens up about surviving an abusive marriage, navigating divorce, and rebuilding her life after experiencing judgment from her church community. The conversation explores the difference between God and imperfect people, the power of relying on God's strength, and what it truly means to be an overcomer._________________________Check out Perla on IG and follow along with their journey!@rosie_baby_26Pizzettas favorite restaurant @pizzettasleland -check them out! Crazy Love by Francis Chan favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

May 27, 2026Episode 1061 hr 12 min

"How Rock Bottom Rebuilt Our Family" with Brittany Pennington

Show NotesAbout EpisodeIn this powerful episode, Brittany Pennington opens up about childhood wounds, motherhood, addiction, faith, and the long road to healing alongside her husband, Kyle.Raised primarily by her father after her mother’s absence, Brittany reflects on struggles with worthiness, breaking generational cycles, and learning what authentic faith really looks like. She vulnerably shares the moment she walked away from Kyle during his addiction after the premature birth of their son, Isaiah — a decision that ultimately became part of both of their healing journeys.Together, they rebuilt their marriage, family, and faith from the ground up, learning how to live free from old patterns and rooted in Jesus._________________________Check out Brittany Pennington on IG and follow along with their journey!@mrsbritt_penningtonVigilant Hope Roasting favorite coffee shop @vigilanthoperoasting -check them out! Fervent by Priscilla Shirer favorite book Risen Motherhood by Emily A. Jensen_________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagramSUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

May 20, 2026Episode 1051 hr 28 min

"Life on the Road, as a Family of 7"

About EpisodeIn this episode, we sit down with an incredible couple whose story began at sea in the Merchant Marines and grew into a life full of adventure, faith, and family. What started with ocean crossings and long voyages eventually became a very different journey — raising five children while living full-time in a camper and learning how to build a strong marriage and meaningful family life along the way.They open up about the realities of living in a small space with a big family, the lessons they’ve learned about parenting faithful kids in today’s world, and how simplifying their lifestyle helped them focus on what matters most. We also talk about the challenges of balancing work, marriage, parenting, and personal growth while constantly on the move.This conversation is honest, inspiring, and full of practical wisdom for anyone trying to create a life centered around faith, family, and intentional living — even when the path looks different from everyone else’s._________________________Check out Jenn and Alex on IG and follow along with their journey!@days_of_hays@thealexhays@celsiusofficial -check them out! Narnia by C.S. Lewis and Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guadera favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktok Instagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

May 13, 2026Episode 1041 hr 2 min

Part 2: "Forward, Not Finished" with Doug Carty

About EpisodeIn this powerful and deeply human episode, I talk with Doug Carty, a dedicated professional at Franklin Pierce University whose life changed in an instant. After a sudden and devastating accident, Doug suffered a traumatic brain injury that set him on an uncertain and difficult path.What followed was not just a medical recovery, but a test of resilience, identity, and determination. From the early days of confusion and physical struggle to the long, demanding process of rehabilitation, Doug faced challenges that would have stopped many in their tracks.But this is not just a story about hardship—it’s a story about perseverance. Through grit, support, and an unyielding mindset, Doug slowly rebuilt his life. Step by step, he pushed through setbacks, relearned what was lost, and found new strength in the process.This episode explores the realities of traumatic brain injury, the power of community, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when everything changes. Doug’s journey is a reminder that recovery isn’t linear—but with determination, it is possible._________________________RYZE favorite coffee brand @ryzesuperfoods -check them out! Last Breath: The Limits of Adventure by Peter Stark favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

May 6, 2026Episode 10359 min

"Forward, Not Finished" with Doug Carty

About EpisodeIn this powerful and deeply human episode, I talk with Doug Carty, a dedicated professional at Franklin Pierce University whose life changed in an instant. After a sudden and devastating accident, Doug suffered a traumatic brain injury that set him on an uncertain and difficult path.What followed was not just a medical recovery, but a test of resilience, identity, and determination. From the early days of confusion and physical struggle to the long, demanding process of rehabilitation, Doug faced challenges that would have stopped many in their tracks.But this is not just a story about hardship—it’s a story about perseverance. Through grit, support, and an unyielding mindset, Doug slowly rebuilt his life. Step by step, he pushed through setbacks, relearned what was lost, and found new strength in the process.This episode explores the realities of traumatic brain injury, the power of community, and what it truly means to keep moving forward when everything changes. Doug’s journey is a reminder that recovery isn’t linear—but with determination, it is possible.__________________________________________________Follow UsTiktok Instagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

April 29, 2026Episode 1021 hr 13 min

“From Religion to Relationship” with Andy McKnight

About EpisodeIn this episode, Andy McKnight shares his personal journey from growing up in a deeply religious household to discovering what it truly means to have a relationship with God. Although he was raised around faith, Andy explains how his early understanding was rooted more in routine and tradition than in a genuine connection. Everything began to change when he decided to seek God for himself, eventually finding a church where faith became personal and alive. Through a powerful moment during a worship service—marked by a vision from God—Andy experienced a turning point that reshaped his understanding completely. His story is a moving reminder that faith goes beyond religion, and that a real relationship with God is something deeply personal, transformative, and available to anyone who seeks it.__________________________________________________Follow UsTiktok Instagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

April 22, 2026Episode 10156 min

"Grit, Growth, and Fatherhood" with Jon Pugeda

About EpisodeIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Jon Pugeda opens up about the roots of his relentless work ethic and the mindset that shaped his life. Growing up in a large immigrant family, Jon learned early on that nothing would be handed to him—if he wanted something, he had to earn it. Surrounded by sacrifice, hustle, and resilience, he developed a self-driven mentality that pushed him to find ways to make money and motivate himself from a young age.Jon shares how those early lessons carried into adulthood, especially when life threw unexpected challenges his way. After becoming a single father, the stakes became even higher. Providing for his children wasn’t just about survival—it became about setting an example.At the heart of the episode he explains how life will always be difficult in one way or another, but you get to decide which struggles are worth it. Whether it’s the hard of discipline, growth, and self-improvement—or the hard of staying stuck—Jon emphasizes the importance of choosing the path that leads to a better future._________________________Check out Jon Pugeda on IG and follow along with their journey!@keredagrouprealtyFount Coffee favorite coffee shop @fountcoffee -check them out! The Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktok Instagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

April 15, 2026Episode 1001 hr 14 min

"The Life that Built a Fighter" with Joel Velez

About EpisodeIn this episode, he shares the unfiltered story of growing up in the projects with a single mother who refused to give up, no matter how hard life got. Surrounded by struggle and survival, he learned early what it meant to fight just to make it through the day. But as the pressure built, he turned to food as a way to cope—until it nearly cost him everything.At just 18 years old, he suffered a heart attack that forced him to confront the reality of his choices. What followed was a complete transformation. From rebuilding his health to stepping into the boxing ring and eventually becoming a police officer, he rewrote the direction of his life. This episode is about breaking cycles, finding discipline, and becoming the man—and father—he never had growing up._________________________Prime Roast Coffee favorite restaurant @primeroast -check them out! Discipline Equals Freedom By Joco WillinkBe Like Water by Zen RyuBe Water, My Friend by Shannon Lee favorite books_________________________Follow UsTiktok InstagramSUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

April 8, 2026Episode 991 hr 6 min

"Surrendering the Plan, Trusting the Purpose” with Jeanette Cofer

About EpisodeIn this heartfelt episode, Jeanette Cofer opens up about what it was like growing up with older parents—an experience that shaped her childhood.. She reflects on the emotional weight of knowing time might be shorter, and the profound impact of losing both parents as a younger adult. Through grief, uncertainty, and life transitions, Jeanette shares how those early losses forced her to grow, adapt, and redefine her sense of stability.A powerful thread throughout her story is the unwavering support of her siblings. Jeanette speaks candidly about how they offer strength, comfort, and a reminder that she was never alone, even in her darkest moments.As the conversation unfolds, Jeanette dives into the fears that often hold us back—fear of loss, fear of the unknown, and fear of not being in control. She shares how she learned to release that fear, embrace faith, and trust the process of life, even when it didn’t make sense. Her journey is one of surrender, resilience, and discovering peace in letting go.Now as a parent herself, Jeanette is intentional about passing these lessons on to her children—teaching them to trust, to be brave in uncertainty, and to believe that life unfolds as it should._________________________Check out Jeanette Cofer on IG and follow along with their journey!@jeanette_lifecoachThe Alchemist by Paulo Coelho favorite book_________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagram SUBSCRIBE to our Youtube Channel!

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