Send us a text The bravest moment isn’t the breakthrough; it’s the decision to stop pretending. We sit down with author and prophetess Leah M. Kelly to trace a raw arc from generational trauma and domestic violence to faith-led healing, clean boundaries, and an unshakable sense of worth. Leah’s story dismantles the “pretty face” myth with startling honesty—soaked pillows, secret wars inside a divided home, and the heavy cost of keeping up a facade. Then she shows the pivot: surrender, therapy...
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Send us a text The bravest moment isn’t the breakthrough; it’s the decision to stop pretending. We sit down with author and prophetess Leah M. Kelly to trace a raw arc from generational trauma and domestic violence to faith-led healing, clean boundaries, and an unshakable sense of worth. Leah’s story dismantles the “pretty face” myth with startling honesty—soaked pillows, secret wars inside a divided home, and the heavy cost of keeping up a facade. Then she shows the pivot: surrender, therapy...
Send us a text The bravest moment isn’t the breakthrough; it’s the decision to stop pretending. We sit down with author and prophetess Leah M. Kelly to trace a raw arc from generational trauma and domestic violence to faith-led healing, clean boundaries, and an unshakable sense of worth. Leah’s story dismantles the “pretty face” myth with startling honesty—soaked pillows, secret wars inside a divided home, and the heavy cost of keeping up a facade. Then she shows the pivot: surrender, therapy...
Send us a text What happens when you finally decide to stop letting others define who you are? In this powerful conversation with Lady Charise King, we dive deep into her transformative memoir "Sir, I'm Not Her, She's Not Me, We Are Not the Same" – a bold declaration of self-definition that's changing lives. Charise shares the raw, unfiltered story behind her empowering mantra and how it emerged from moments when she needed to establish clear boundaries with people who misunderstood or misju...
Send us a text What happens when your gift for numbers meets your passion for storytelling? Natasha D Frazier knows exactly how that feels. Despite holding a master's degree in accounting and working as a CPA, she couldn't ignore the persistent call to write that kept tugging at her heart. "How long are you going to wait before you take possession of the land the Lord, your God, has already given you?" This powerful question from Joshua 18:3 became the catalyst for Natasha's writing journey....
Send us a text Rain can destroy, but it can also nourish—this profound paradox forms the heart of "Through the Rain," a groundbreaking devotional anthology curated by Dr. Jacqueline Cox. The collection features raw, powerful testimonies from women who've weathered life's most devastating storms and emerged not merely surviving, but transformed. "This devotional is for the woman hiding her tears from her kids, the man who's afraid to admit that he's tired, the teen who feels like no one hears...
Send us a text Have you been measuring your worth by your achievements? Are you exhausted from trying to earn your place at tables where you don't truly belong? This soul-stirring conversation with author Amber Wiegand Buckley might just be the permission slip you need to put down that heavy tiara. Amber opens her heart about the years she spent equating her value with checked boxes and completed tasks, only to discover that God never tied His love to her performance. With refreshing candor,...
Send us a text The moment when five women transformed from aspiring writers to published authors crackles with electricity in this emotional graduation celebration. Listen as tears flow, laughter erupts, and powerful testimonies unfold when these courageous storytellers reveal how they completed their books in just 16 days through the Listen Linda 21-Day Author Boot Camp. Each graduate's journey brims with vulnerability and triumph. Cherise King's raw memoir "Sir, I Am Not Her" boldly declar...
Send us a text Have you ever had to grieve someone while they were still breathing? Found yourself stuck in a waiting room while everyone else seemed to move forward? Sacrificed your peace because you thought being Christ-like meant being constantly available? Dr. Jacqueline Cox (ListenLinda) takes us on a transformative journey through chapters 4-6 of her book "If I Were to Write a Book in the Bible," addressing the profound challenges many women face on their spiritual journeys. With raw h...
Send us a text What happens when a nurse with four decades of experience picks up a pen? Magic. Carolyn Coleman transforms her wealth of bedside wisdom into powerful storytelling in "The Stethoscope is for More Than Listening," and she joins us to share how her journey unfolded. Carolyn opens up about the patient encounters that shaped not just her nursing career, but her identity as a writer. One particularly moving story involves sitting with a patient during his final moments, creating a ...
Send us a text What happens when nine extraordinary women decide to bare their souls and share the storms that nearly destroyed them? "Through the Rain" isn't just another anthology—it's a spiritual lifeline for anyone drowning in their own downpour. From the moment you open this labor of love curated by Jacquiline Cox (ListenLinda), you're invited into sacred spaces where vulnerability becomes strength. Each contributor brings a unique testimony that will leave you breathless: Dr. Katrina F...
Send us a text What happens when a woman decides she's done negotiating her worth with people who can't afford her? LeShawn Fernandez's story isn't just about survival—it's about becoming a warrior who conquers everything sent to defeat her. With raw authenticity, LeShawn takes us through her journey from childhood sexual abuse to finding her voice as an author, podcast host, and champion for healing. The breaking point came in 2021 when she finally said "enough" to the toxicity and dysfunct...
Send us a text What happens when we choose to speak life over ourselves? In this soul-stirring conversation, author Angela Anderson reveals how the simple words "I am" can transform our entire reality. Her book "The Power of I Am: 21 Days of Affirming You" offers a practical pathway to breaking negative thought cycles—requiring just three minutes each day. Angela shares the divine inspiration behind her affirmation journey, explaining why she chose the 21-day format specifically for busy peo...
Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when someone plays with the wrong person's heart? Dr. Rhonda Lawson's romantic suspense novella "Trust" explores this dangerous territory with a page-turning intensity that keeps readers riveted from the very first scene. In this illuminating conversation with Dr. Jacqueline Cox, Rhonda reveals the careful craft behind her compelling storytelling. Drawing from her 23-year career as an Army journalist, she shares how military training taught her to ma...
Send us a text "The grave has so much potential in it." Those powerful words from Allaina Maria 360 capture the essence of this riveting conversation about refusing to leave this world with your gifts still inside you. When multi-hyphenate author Allaina Maria 360 steps into the ListenLinda Book Club Live space, the energy shifts immediately. As number five on our 25 Awesome Authors of 2025 list and a familiar voice to our listeners from previous appearances, Allaina brings both warmth and w...
Send us a text What happens when a Brooklyn girl who society labeled a "statistic" refuses to accept limitations? Meet Lakeasha "Shine Shine" Williams, the powerhouse whose transformational journey from teen motherhood to bestselling author is redefining authentic leadership. In this soul-stirring conversation, Lakeasha reveals the profound story behind her "Let It Go" devotional series that topped the charts on release day. She doesn't just talk about transformation – she embodies it. Growi...
Send us a text What happens when a podcaster and a novelist share their mutual passion for using stories to draw people to Christ? In this powerful conversation, Jacquiline Cox (ListenLinda) welcomes Pat Simmons, Christian romance author of 18 years, to explore spiritual storytelling as ministry. Simmons opens her heart about the Intercessors series and her latest release "Day of Salvation," revealing how these books visualize spiritual battles happening around us daily. "Show my people the ...
Send us a text What happens when your name symbolizes neglect instead of love? When the people who should protect you dismiss your very existence? In this deeply moving conversation, author Dr. Audrey Ann unpacks the powerful journey of Jane—a character whose story continues to resonate with readers discovering their own worth. Dr. Ann reveals the intimate inspirations behind "Jane's Journey," explaining how Jane's character emerged from her passion for people identified only by their names....
Send us a text What happens when a Navy veteran with a PhD in psychology turns novelist? Stories that heal, characters who transform, and readers who find themselves within the pages. Dr. Audrey Ann Moses doesn't just write fiction—she creates psychological roadmaps disguised as compelling stories. In this heartfelt conversation with Dr. Jacqueline Cox, Moses reveals how her eight published novels, including the "Saved by Grace" series and "Earl Grey Chronicles," each tackle specific mental ...
Send us a text What happens when virtue meets style in a world gone "ratchet chic"? Find out as Dr. Jacquiline Cox welcomes her newly-discovered cousin Dr. Nakia Young to kick off Season 8 of Listen Linda Live! Dr. Young's story begins with profound loss - her mother's passing when she was just 14 years old. Yet those formative years with a deeply faithful mother planted seeds that would later bloom into her bestselling book "Virtue Chic: Classy Takes Center Stage." With warmth and wisdom, s...
Send us a text What happens when teenage love stands the test of time? Dr. Velma Bagby's bestselling memoir "My 70s Love Story" reveals the beautiful journey of faith, patience, and divine timing that turned a tenth-grade connection into a 50-year marriage that still thrives today. During this special Listen Linda Book Club meeting, host Jacqueline Cox welcomes Dr. Bagby to share the intimate details of how she met her husband in high school and the spiritual principles that guided their rel...
Send us a text The caterpillar must die before the butterfly can emerge. This profound truth anchors "Jane's Journey," Dr. Audrey Ann Moses' powerful sequel to the bestselling Christian novella "Dead Girl Walking." When we last met Jane Doerr, she stood at a crossroads – finally free from her abuser but still carrying the weight of fear, trauma, and a lifetime of rejection. Now pregnant with her second child and determined to protect her daughter Ruth, Jane makes the brave decision to leave ...
Send us a text The bravest moment isn’t the breakthrough; it’s the decision to stop pretending. We sit down with author and prophetess Leah M. Kelly to trace a raw arc from generational trauma and domestic violence to faith-led healing, clean boundaries, and an unshakable sense of worth. Leah’s story dismantles the “pretty face” myth with startling honesty—soaked pillows, secret wars inside a divided home, and the heavy cost of keeping up a facade. Then she shows the pivot: surrender, therapy...
