This is the most powerful episode of the podcast that I've ever shared with you. If you've never listened to the Inspired To Action podcast, listen to this one. Amanda's story, wisdom and bravery will challenge and change your perspective, especially on your marriage.

Stop reading this, grab some headphones and listen.

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Ok. Got the headphones? Great.

Amanda Carroll is the afternoon DJ on KLOVE radio. We worked together many years ago before either of us had kids and thanks to Facebook we've stayed in touch. I've watched the dramatic turns her life has taken over the last few years and I have been SO inspired by her bravery, strength and deep love for God and her children.

You will be too.

Links Mentioned in this Episode

AmandaCarroll.org
Klove
Amanda on Twitter
Amanda on Facebook

Also? I CAN'T BELIEVE I forgot to ask Amanda about her interview with Amy Grant. (Ahem...I may have been a completely ridiculous Amy Grant fan when I was younger.) I listened to it last night and there is some seriously good wisdom in there. Click here to listen.

And You MUST Listen to This...
Speaking of music. Last week I got an email from a girl named Jen Stanbro, a mom and teacher. She said she wrote a song inspired by and written during the HelloMornings Challenge.

Honestly, I wasn't expecting much when I hit play, but...I have never been so wrong. Her voice...wow. This song has been on repeat in my house ever since. If Norah Jones, Cobie Caillat and Kari Jobe had a music baby, it would sing like Jen Stanbro.

Ok. That was weird. Just listen. So good.

Learn more about Jen here or you can get Jen's whole album here on iTunes. It's so good (oh, and Shane and Shane make guest appearances one it!)

How to Listen to This Podcast

If you're new to podcasts, think of them like little radio shows that you can listen to at your convenience. They are perfect to listen to and learn from as you workout, fold laundry, wash dishes or conquer the world.

1. Listen right here on the blog. Click through to the site and click the little play button at the beginning of this post.
2. Listen on your smartphone, iPad or iPod Touch - There are a lot of great podcasting apps. Apple has a free one in the app store, but I like one called Downcast. It allows me to search for shows, subscribe to them and even speed up the audio.
3. Subscribe to the Podcast - just click here to access the podcast in iTunes. You can also search for it on your smartphone app (like the ones listed above) and subscribe.