EPISODE SUMMARY

It’s our 30th episode—and you know what that means… it’s Q&A time! Every 10 episodes, Josie and Symone turn the mics on themselves to answer your questions—from the silly to the spiritual. This episode is full of laughs, powerful God moments, personal stories, Bible reflections, and real talk about fear, obedience, identity, and joy.

You’ll hear everything from their biggest regrets and favorite childhood toys, to what it means to follow Holy Spirit promptings and pray the promises, not the problems. Josie shares the story of becoming a state press secretary by surrendering her dreams to God, while Symone talks about a powerful “no” to LA that became a “yes” to something better. They also dive into Bible stories they’d love to witness, what makes a great husband, and the importance of not letting fear dictate your steps. This is the most fun + faith-filled Q&A yet—and it’s proof that when you're Rooted in truth, the freedom and prosperity will follow.

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• [01:30] – Our first business venture
• [02:30] – Strangest thing we’ve ever eaten (baby octopus & dirty gum!)
• [04:00] – Our biggest regrets
• [07:00] – Fear vs. faith
• [08:00] – How we stay positive on hard days
• [10:30] – Psalm 23 in real life
• [12:00] – Decompressing with friends and family
• [13:30] – If we could witness any Bible story live
• [18:00] – “God wouldn’t ask it from you if He didn’t put it in you”
• [19:00] – Game show dreams: Shark Tank and Dancing with the Stars
• [20:30] – HOT TAKES: COVID was kinda fun, Star Wars Episode 8 isn’t that bad
• [23:30] – A cool God moment
• [27:00] – How a press secretary dream turned into a real job
• [33:00] – “Gaze at God, glance at life” – fixing your focus
• [34:30] – Favorite childhood toys: American Girl Dolls, Legos, and play kitchens
• [36:00] – Top 5 husband qualities
• [40:00] – Fruits of the Spirit in relationships + loving Jesus more than anything
• [41:00] – What’s your current phone wallpaper and what’s the story behind it?
• [42:00] – Final Truths to be rooted in
• [46:30] – Wrapping up + what’s coming next on the podcast

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1. “Don’t pray the problem—pray the promises.”
2. “God wouldn’t ask it from you if He didn’t put it in you.”
3. “You are currently living at least one of the prayers you used to pray.”
4. “Fear and faith both ask you to believe in something you can’t see—you choose.”
5. “God always has more. He’s not just enough—He’s abundance.”
6. “Courage is fear that has said its prayers.”
7. “If God plants a seed in you, He will water it and make it grow.”
8. “The Holy Spirit nudges us—say the thing, encourage the person, pray the prayer.”
9. “Gaze at God, glance at life. Focus on what lasts.”

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• Acts 16 (Paul & Silas in prison)
• 2 Kings (oil miracle)

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In this vulnerable and wisdom-packed episode of Rooted, Josie and Simone welcome Josh Loy—licensed mental health counselor, founder of New Ground Counseling, and a pastor at Reach Church in Seattle. With over 2,000 clients served, Josh brings profound insights into mental health, healing from shame, sexual struggles, and the intersection of faith and counseling. Josh shares his personal journey—from a pastor in a high-demand church environment to experiencing burnout, deep shame, and ultimately healing through counseling. He talks candidly about why safe spaces matter, why many Christians carry secret shame (especially around sexuality), and how true transformation happens when we’re fully known and still fully loved. This episode offers life-giving truth for anyone feeling stuck in cycles of guilt, fear, or performance—and invites listeners to experience the grace of Jesus in their most vulnerable places.

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[02:00] – Growing up in a ministry family + early compassion for others

[07:00] – The unique safety of counseling vs. the church

[09:00] – Breaking myths about counseling & why men often avoid it

[12:00] – Integrating faith into mental health work

[16:00] – Learning to see clients the way Jesus does

[17:00] – Most common struggles today: anxiety, depression, and sexual shame

[19:00] – Shocking porn stats & why the church must talk about sexual sin

[21:00] – How safe spaces break the power of shame

[26:00] – Josh’s personal story of rejection, failure, and healing

[33:00] – Group therapy + being fully seen and fully loved

[36:00] – What true transformation looks like in counseling

[39:00] – Knowing God's love vs. experiencing His love

[48:00] – To be fully known and fully loved—that is the gospel.

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“To be fully known and fully loved—that’s the gospel.”

“Shame says, ‘You are uniquely broken.’ Grace says, ‘You are deeply loved.’”

“Jesus isn’t surprised by your struggle—He wants to meet you in it.”

“Healing begins when we bring the hardest things into the safest spaces.”

“We talk about grace, but many of us still live like we have to earn love.”

“Transformation happens in relationships—especially the safe ones.”

“So many Christians are drowning in shame and silence. We need to open the conversation.”

“People don’t just need theology—they need a lived experience of being loved.”

“Your sexual story is part of your human story—and it deserves grace too.”

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• https://www.newgroundcounseling.com/
• https://reachchurch.cc/

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In this episode of Rooted, Josie and Symone welcome the ever-joyful and deeply wise Heather Flies—a seasoned junior high pastor, national speaker, and author with more than 30 years in youth ministry. Heather brings her signature honesty, humor, and biblical depth to this conversation about finding identity in Christ, healing from past wounds, and walking in joy regardless of circumstance. Heather opens up about growing up in a conservative church where women weren’t pastors, how she discovered her calling through youth ministry, and how abuse, bullying, and heartbreak shaped her—but never defined her. She speaks powerfully on how to walk through forgiveness, how to place Jesus at the center, and why the valley seasons often bring the most growth. Whether you’re a student, leader, or simply navigating life’s ups and downs, Heather’s testimony is filled with laughter, authenticity, and life-changing truths.

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• [00:00] – Christmas music 12 months a year
• [03:00] – Heather’s dream job and passion for junior high ministry
• [06:00] – National speaking
• [10:00] – Longevity in ministry
• [14:00] – Struggles with bullying and who God made her to be
• [17:00] – What it means to have your identity rooted in Christ
• [21:00] – Keeping Jesus on the throne daily
• [25:00] – Boundaries, toxic friendships, and forgiveness
• [29:00] – Daily forgiveness and the cost of bitterness
• [35:00] – God using your pain for purpose
• [38:00] – Growth in the valleys
• [42:00] – Heather’s current season
• [44:00] – God has more than you can imagine

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1. “God doesn’t want to be number one in your life. He wants to be at the center.”
2. “The valleys are where the growth happens—don’t be afraid of them.”
3. “Your past affects you, but it doesn’t define you.”
4. “Forgiveness isn’t for them—it’s for you. Bitterness gives someone power they don’t deserve.”
5. “God is for you and has more than you could ask or imagine.”
6. “Celebrate how God made you—and give others permission to do the same.”
7. “Don’t settle for a counterfeit identity rooted in performance, appearance, or relationships.”
8. “The world lures us into false identities. Jesus invites us into freedom.”
9. “Sometimes God makes you lie down in green pastures for your good—rest is holy too.”

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• Scripture References: Psalm 23, Ephesians 3:20, Romans 8:28, Genesis 50:20, Philippians 3
• Website: wooddale.org
• Book: https://a.co/d/6j5yqC6
• Instagram: @heatherflies

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