Neighbors with Ali Parsons

Episode 17: Purpose in the Middle of Pain with Patric Young

Get ready to be inspired, my friends!! After a life altering accident, Patric found himself re-evaluating everything - his perspective, his priorities, and his purpose. He is still very much in the middle of this pain in many ways, but his faith in God could move mountains. This conversation is full of how to navigate the hard in life with nothing, but a posture of gratitude. He is now an author, speaker, and he started a foundation to help others who have been through tragedy similar to his. So much we can learn through Patric's story.
You can follow Patric on Instagram @patricyoung4
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For more about his foundation or to buy his book: https://www.patricyoung.com/
 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 16: Do Whatever He Tells You To Do with Julie Proctor

At 12 years old, Julie was given a dream to be on mission for the Lord. Through days and months and years of obstacles and mountains to climb, she was able to see that dream come to fruition by the opening of Manos De Fe in Panama over 15 years ago. Manos De Fe is organization that beautifully loves people by telling them about Jesus and pouring into the community. Julie knew God put this in her and never stopped being faithful on the hard days. Honestly, I want to be her when I grow up! 
 
To get involved with Manos De Fe: https://www.manosdefe.org/
 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 15: What is Success? With Lonnie Phillips, Chief Customer Officer of Fanatics

There isn't a human on this planet that couldn't learn from Lonnie Phillips. From a tumultuous childhood full of abuse and chaos to accidentally joining the navy to leading over 20,000 people, he is full of life lessons, a peace that far surpasses what worldly success promises, and one of the most incredible stories of forgiveness. Truly, I could've talked to Lonnie for hours.
In an episode on success, the takeaways are slow down, focus on your marriage/family, and nourish your soul. WOAH.
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 
 

Episode 14: How to Follow Jesus and Your Dreams with Arika and Hunter Hanks

It's 2024 and maybe you've set some goals for the year that excite you! Or maybe goal setting overwhelms you in general. Arika and Hunter have figured out the sweet spot of how to have Christ-centered dreams. We have one mission - to follow Jesus. But that doesn't mean we don't have other dreams that fall under that life of being surrendered. With successful businesses, their marriage, their parenting, everything they do points to one thing - Jesus. We talk avoiding burnout, rejecting hustle culture, and being multi-passionate followers of Jesus. 
 
Not to mention they have a WILD story of an experience that totally shaped their faith together. 
 
Give Arika and Hunter a follow on instagram @arikahanks + @hunterhanks 
 
For more info on the Revive Retreat: www.thereviveretreat.com or follow them on Instagram @reviveretreat2024
 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 13: New Year, Same Anger with Caitlin Armstrong & Natalie Shatley

Happy 2024 Neighbors!! We are kicking off Season 2 with two of my favorites - Caitlin Armstrong and Natalie Shatley. Caitlin was a fan favorite from Season 1 and Natalie's husband, Tyler (infamous for his barefoot philosophy, oh, and a Jags player)who was also a fan favorite, are here to share all things ANGER. Yep, you read that right. Why kick off the new year with resolutions and goal setting when we all really know we just need some help loving Jesus and people every day. 
 
We also share some funny stories, talk discipleship, and why reading your Bible is absolutely essential to a life of peace. 
 
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We also launched our website and MERCH! Get your Neighbors tee at www.theneighborspodcast.com
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To reach out to Ali, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 12: Doing Christmas Differently with Madi Johnson + CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

A cozy, Christmas conversation with my SISTER!!! Madi Johnson, aka Pearlhouse Thrift, is an expert thrifter (if that’s a thing) and the most generous, mindful, kind person I know. We talk about what it means to shop secondhand, why it matters, and some very practical tips on how to get started. We also talk about how we can fight the traditional consumeristic narrative this Christmas by making it meaningful and mindful. Basically, your Christmas will absolutely be better by listening to this episode!
PLUS the second half of the episode, we showcase all the amazing products and brands in our first ever GIFT GUIDE. Visit our instagram (@neighbors_podcast) for a recap of all the brands and discount codes. 
Gift Guide Brands:He Would Love FirstHumble Hands & CoRethreaded Rise ICXCBrave Little OnesGood News KidsSausage DudesTeddy + RoseValerosa BoutiquePearlhouse ThriftTayo Collective
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 11: When God Gives You a Gift with Lindsey Sweat

Our FINAL episode of Season 1 is with none other than the amazing Lindsey Sweat aka Trella. She is a singer and songwriter. She's written on all types of music, from Maverick City to Love is Blind.  I called this episode "When God Gives You a Gift" because she knew when she was in middle school that God put singing/song writing in her and she has pursued that gift down so many paths. Amidst her very fun and exciting life we talk all about, she has also battled seasons of doubting her faith, anxiety, and depression and we talk about all about how she has worked through those seasons.
 
Check out her music and enjoy this perfect finale conversation of Neighbors Season 1 :) 
 
Give Lindsey a follow on instagram @trellatunes and find her music on Spotify, Apple Music, or anywhere music is under Trella. 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 10: Trusting God through it all with Kat Shultis

Kat exudes joy and positivity, yet her story is full of strife, setbacks, loss, grief, and “why God?” moments. But through it all, she has taken what life has dealt her and turned it into a platform to inspire, encourage, and minister to women. She’s a content creator, social media influencer, co-owner of He Would Love First with her husband, and all around shining light in this digital age. 
Follow all the cool things Kat does:
Instagram: @kat_shultis
YouTube: http://youtube.com/@kat_shultis
HWLF: http://hewouldlovefirst.com
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 9: Wisdom from a Pastor with One Mokgatle

Pastor One (pronounced “oh-nay”) is one of the most inspiring and insightful individuals I have ever sat across from. One is the lead pastor of Rooted Fellowship church in Pretoria, South Africa and the Network Director of Africa for Acts29. His unique life experience paired with his wisdom in leadership and gospel-centered fellowship left me literally throwing my planned questions out the window and saying “tell me more”. I was personally pastored in this episode and I hope you are too! 
Give One a follow on instagram @onemokgatle
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You can follow along all things Neighbors Podcast on Instagram @neighbors_podcast 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com 

Episode 8: Living a Life of Yes with Stacey Wheale

I have known Stacey for 25 years. We grew up one street over from one another and she was, and is, my older sister's best friend which means I have looked up to Stacey since the moment I met her. I have watched her pursue Jesus and love people so fiercely through the hard seasons and the joyful seasons. She says yes to so many things people wouldn’t even consider saying yes to (you'll hear her downplay that, but don't let it fool you). Things like moving to Northern Ireland to be a long term missionary and child play therapist. Her life has emulated what it means to trust God’s call on your life. To say yes even when you can’t see the ending. 
Give Stacey a follow on instagram @staceywheale (including Mushu the Cat content) 
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To reach out, you can email Ali.neighborspodcast@gmail.com