We continue our discussion with Allen, touching on themes around his latest book "Risk the Real", a wake up call to defy the artificial and embrace your actual authentic life as it is offered by your actual Creator. He's also giving away a copy of Risk the Real" to one of you lucky Misfits out there. Allz you gotta do is leave a comment on the show…

It's all about taking risks and getting real on this first of a two part series with Allen Arnold, author, speaker and Wild at Heart Ministries. He's back on the Isle, not just for the Stupid Game (albeit a classic, and dare I say Shatnerrific), but to talk about some themes around his latest book "Risk the Real". He's also giving away a copy of Ri…

What is it that you are feeling called to in this season of your life? What would it take to actually do it? It's one thing to say yes. It's quite another to take those first steps. This week we invite Karen Vance, Friend of the Misfits and all around Encourager, to talk about what it looks like to respond to the Invitation to take the next step...…

Publicist, podcaster and all around ENCOURAGER Jeane Burgess is back on the Isle to share about her journey of healing and abounding in HOPE.We cover a LOT, from waking up to decluttering and getting things in order, to looking back to move forward and what it actually looks like to to ABOUND IN HOPE.This conversation is one you'll want to listen t…

It's all about love here on the Isle today. Yes sir. Cause not only is it St. Valentine's Day (yep, better get to Walgreen's pretty quick, it's sure to be slim pickins by now), it's also National Marriage Week! Yes, indeed it is. And we've got Arlene Pellicane here to celebrate it with us. Yes, we sure do! If you're married, this is for you. If you…

Blaine Eldredge, author, teacher, and builder of platforms to help the church thrive in late modernity (oh yes, and son of John and Stasi Eldredge of Wild at Heart Ministries, in case you were wondering) joins us on the Isle to talk about... well, everything. That is, the spectacular future of everything, as described in his new book "The Paradise …

Christie Award-winning author Amanda Barratt graces us once again with a visit to the Isle to talk about her latest book "The Warsaw Sisters", based on true events around the Warsaw Ghetto uprising in World War Two. She is a meticulous researcher and masterful writer... and full of profound insights far beyond her young years. Mostly, she has a way…

Dr. G is in the Misfit house! Again!Wonders never cease. And speaking of wonders, that's what he's here to talk about: the wonders of creation,in his new book "Let Creation Speak! 100 Invitations to Awe and Wonder (to be read with equal enthusiasm to his rendition...which you will hear when you listen to our conversation), filled with fantastic fac…

Garry Ingraham, CEO and founder of Love and Truth Network, joins us to share a bit of his compelling story, hope for those struggling with identity... and a few fun facts about Binghamton, NY.Nancy Carmichael

Sometimes it's good to get "triggered". Like when you listen to a podcast that pushes your buttons, reach out to the host of said podcast, and end up having a wonderful podcast conversation of your own, processing said triggering.That's what today's episode is all about, with Allen Arnold, said co-host of the Wild at Heart podcast. The topic of the…

Publicist, Coach and Consultant Jeane Burgess from Tall Oaks Media joins us today (and it's about time, as she's brought so many great guests our way!) to share a bit of her own journey of healing and hope.Need some consulting/coaching/publicity? Check her out at https://talloak.media/Need more inspiration? Check out her podcast "Bloodlines: Tales …

Amanda Barratt returns to the Isle of Misfits to talk about a little known but true story of hope in the midst of Hitler's Krakow Ghetto, as told in her latest book "Within These Walls of Sorrow", and the lessons on courage and kindness we can take away for today.Nancy Carmichael

Maybe you're not an emotional eater. Goodonya! Scroll on, you nutritional high achiever, you. But... before you do...Betcha dollars to donuts you still have some sort of habit you'd like to either drop or pick up? That's where today's guest, Barb Raveling comes in. We talk themes around her new book, Say Goodbye to Emotional Eating. And if you don'…

What story is your life telling? What story would you like it to tell?Allen Arnold from Wild at Heart joins us to talk about just that, and his new book "The Eden Option". Go to withallen.com to find out more! (Please subscribe and give us a great review if you like what you're hearing...and visit us at isleofmisfits.com for more misfit fun!)…

Actor and author Henry O Arnold joins us for a great conversation about the comedy and drama that is life, and of course we talk about his latest book, based on the life of King David (you know, from the Bible).(for more great podcasts and more Misfit fun, visit isleofmisfits.com!)Nancy Carmichael

Seth Lewis, author of Dream Small, helps us kick off the New Year with a refreshing conversation about finding our place in the BIG picture of life and accomplishing great things by daring to dream small. Yes, you heard that right. Listen. It'll all make sense.Nancy Carmichael

NYT Bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray pays a visit to the Isle for a rousing Stupid Game: "Whose Amish line is it Anyway", and since she was here anyway, we also talk about the latest of her best selling novels (did you know she's closing in on 100 of them???) "Christmas at the Amish Market".Nancy Carmichael

Radio, Newspaper and TV journalist and co-producer of her husband Dr. Michael Guillen's award winning movie Little Red Wagon Lauren Guillen joins us on the Isle today for a rousing Stupid Game on all things Medieval... and of course, to talk about her new novel A Bellewether Christmas...Nancy Carmichael

Best selling Author/speaker/Wild at Heart Leader Stasi Eldredge is back to help the Misfits celebrate our 100th episode (woohoo!), and give us some helpful insights about how she is approaching the holiday season this year. Grab your misfit mug if you've got one (but really, any old mug will do - the awkwarder the better), sit back and enjoy!https:…

Is she a plotter or a “pantster”? Wouldn’t you like to know! Amanda Cleary Eastep joins us for another riveting Stupid Game, and a fun and somehow very deep and meaningful conversation about courage and curiosity and compassion... oh, and I believe we also talk about her latest two books in her Tree Street Kids Series. There’s something for you in …

We talk a lot of Misfit talk around here... but what exactly do we mean by Misfit, anyway? That's what today's podcast is all about. Gather round, all ye square pegs, and give a little listen!Nancy Carmichael

Friend of the Misfits, Movie Buff and all around Theatre Director Extraordinaire Betsy Braun joins us for a random-text-inspired spontaneous conversation about the power of our choices. I love me a good random text inspired spontaneous conversation, and I think you will, too. Lots of golden nuggets here!…

A short, sweet reminder that SOMEONE out there is clapping for you... even if you don't know it... and encouragement to open your eyes to it!Nancy Carmichael

NYS Assemblyman David DiPietro is back on the Isle, for a great conversation about knowing what you believe and why... and then, shock of all shocks... actually standing up for it (even if it costs you votes??? Crazy talk, I know!) He also gives us an update about what's going on in the great Empire State, and his desire to help New Yorkers recover…

Nancy Carmichael, humble host and CMO (that's Chief Misfit Officer) of the Isle shares some short, sweet, and powerful encouragement to anyone struggling with feeling disconnected in these crazy days.Nancy Carmichael

Pastoral Counselor, Healing Minister, former Anchorman (he's kind of a big deal) and dear friend of the Misfits, Jay LaScolea joins us to talk about identity, healing from wounds around identity, and of course, we jump headlong into an amazing Stupid Game: 70's music edition.Nancy Carmichael

Author, speaker and ex-Playboy Bunny, Robyn Dykstra joins us to share her story of how she escaped a life of drugs, alcohol and promiscuity and became the accidental expert on the faithfulness of God and finding joy during difficult times.Nancy Carmichael

In this first episode of 2022 we share 4 Not-So-Secret Secrets to make your year AWKWARDLY AMAZING.Click here for reference material to this episode! https://isleofmisfits.com/2022/01/01/4-ways-to-make-it-an-awkwardly-amazing-year/Nancy Carmichael

New York State Assemblyman David DiPietro joins us to share the story of how he came to faith, how his life has changed, and putting convictions before politics.Nancy Carmichael

It's a musical journey on the Isle today, with special guest, singer/songwriter Leo Harmonay (and bonus guest for our amazing Stupid Game: Beatles lyrics edition!)... He's got some cool songs, and some cool stories behind them, including his "never too late" journey to pursue your latent dreams.Nancy Carmichael

Who couldn't use an inspirational oddball in their life right about now?Nels Ross joins us to talk about his unique brand of EnterTRAINING, and share some truly amazing (and yes, inspirational) thoughts and stories about living, learning seeking truth and loving one another by learning to L.A.U.G.H.Nancy Carmichael

We're celebrating our 4 whole years of Misfit Fun, and kicking of Season 5, Fairy Tale style with Valerie Fentress, and her fresh new take on a classic fairy tale, with her brand new children's book (hint: adults will like it, too!) "Beneath the Hood".Nancy Carmichael

Mike's got a brand new baby, and a really old dog...Bradley has no last name...Ryan's getting married... Stephen's practical and radical all at the same time. And that's just the tip of the iceberg with these fellas.And just who are these fellas, you ask? They're the fellas from The Caffeinated Christian Podcast... and they've got a lot to say abou…

What on earth is Dr. Michael Guillen, former Harvard Professor and Astrophysicist/Mathemetician, not to mention Emmy Award winning science journalist, movie producer, best selling author and international speaker... doing talking to ME, a mere Misfit? Find out in this INCREDIBLE conversation about his brand new book, releasing in September 2021, Be…

That Allen Arnold... he's got some stories to tell... and let me tell you... he's what we call one of them there LIFE speakers: That is, every time he opens his mouth, there's a whole lotta life, a whole lotta profound truth and hard core encouragement going on... And yes, we do talk about his new book, "Waves of Creativity", but I'm just saying...…

New York Times Best-selling author Donna VanLiere pays a visit to the Isle to talk about our world’s future and yours—and, how as crazy as it might get, things aren’t spiraling downward but are actually looking up! Really! It's true!Nancy Carmichael

Kathleen L. Maher returns to the Isle to talk about her new book, No Man's Daughter, the latest in her Sons of the Shenandoah (Civil War era) series. As usual, the discussion is deep, ranging from the deep truths contained in the beauty of nature to the true nature of strength... and of course, the Stupid Game is spot on, with a tour of the best de…

These days it's MUCH easier to play it safe and avoid people we disagree with completely... but is that reeeeallly the safest thing? Pastor Stephon Henderson is back on the Isle with a delightful and insightful conversation about risky conversations, and how to proceed with caution and wisdom.Nancy Carmichael

Morgan and Cherie Snyder from Become Good Soil and Wild at Heart Ministries join us for a really helpful discussion on the prospect of facing our own fears as we contemplate coming out into the "new normal" (whatever that is)... and of course, play a Stupid Game... cause it can't be all deep all the time.…

Michael Craven, National Director of the Colson Fellows Program out of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, joins us for a rousing edition of Stupid Game (do you know Arkansas State University's mascot? Well, DO you?)... and a deep discussion on what shapes our thinking.Nancy Carmichael

So you think you're too grown up for #kidlit, do you now? Well, think again, my friend, cause once you hear this thoroughly delightful Misfit conversation with Amanda Eastep Cleary, Senior Developmental Editor at Moody Publishing, and a fine author in her own right... you'll abandon all such foolish notions. And then, if you know what's good for yo…

Bob Redd's back for a powerful discussion on weakness (see what we did there?) in our final episode of our Madness series.Nancy Carmichael

Don't worry. Be happy. You'll get none of that trite nonsense in today's episode (no offense, Bobby McFarrin). We all get sad sometimes. There's no getting around it. But what do we do with it? How do we navigate through it, without getting swallowed up in it? Bob Redd's back for episode 3 in our Hope in the Madness series, with a helpful conversat…

Bob Redd is back for the second of our four part series, to talk about what's got everyone so angry, what's behind it... and what do we do about it?Check out more podcasts and blogposts at isleofmisfits.com!Nancy Carmichael

In this first of our first ever 4 part series, we're kicking off the series with the help of chemist/entrepreneur/consultant/all around SMART guy Bob Redd, and a really rich discussion of cuh-razy topics (literally), ranging from what do we even MEAN by "crazy" anymore to the difference between scanning vs. understanding, relative vs. relevant and …

We're starting the New-ish Year off right with some good news from social entrepreneur, story teller and creative director Eryn Eddy: YOU, my friend, are so worth loving. Don't believe it? Well then, just listen for yourself, and prove her wrong. I Misfit Dare you!Nancy Carmichael

Pastor Justin Jones is back on the Isle, to talk about his recent experience in Zambia, Africa in light of Covid restrictions, and a viral blog post he wrote about his thoughts on the Church's response to danger, fear and what makes risks worth taking.Nancy Carmichael

Holly Hayes, founder of Sanctuary Project, employing human trafficking survivors who make beautiful things, chats with us about the lovely jewlery they create (you can even buy it at Target.com - 100% goes towards to help their mission of empowering these women!)... shares some of her own story... and a little bit about a goat named Jackie O...…

It's ALL ANNE ALL THE TIME as Rachel Dodge joins us for a delightful chat about kindred spirits, speculating how Anne would creatively handle the Covid lockdowns... and the story of how this iconic story almost didn't get published (can you even imagine such a world?).Nancy Carmichael

We may have just fixed all the problems with this super fun and uber insightful conversation with Allen Arnold, from Wild at Heart Ministries. All that, and a mash up of Barry Manilow AND Earth, Wind & Fire!You think I'm kidding? Oh you of little faith...Nancy Carmichael