Fed by the Fruit

In this episode, KB welcomes back integrative health practitioner Jen Brown for an insightful discussion on the results of KB's comprehensive lab tests.Discover the surprising findings from the Big Five labs, including food sensitivities, mineral imbalances, and chronic inflammation. Jen explains the importance of understanding stress's impact on the body and shares a personalized wellness plan to address these issues.Join this engaging conversation to learn about the journey towards optimal health and the role of faith in navigating life's challenges.Follow Jen at @life.withjenbrown on Instagram.

In this heartfelt episode of Aktivate, KB opens up about recent life-changing events, including a hospital visit, a miraculous family moment, and a car accident that led to a significant medical discovery. Join KB as she shares how faith, prayer, and divine intervention have played pivotal roles in her journey. This episode is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and the power of community support. Tune in for an inspiring narrative that underscores the importance of faith and family.

Welcome to another episode of AKtivate, where KB shares her journey of personal growth and self-improvement. This week, KB opens up about her new fitness and nutrition program, revealing why even coaches need coaches. She discusses her transition from macro tracking to a more structured eating plan, and her commitment to achieving strength and longevity. KB also shares her excitement about the launch of a new line of wellness products, including peptides designed for muscle building, weight loss, energy, focus, hydration, and relaxation. Tune in to discover how KB is leveling up in all areas of life, from fitness to family, and learn about the innovative products that could transform your wellness journey.

Join us in this heartfelt episode as we explore the journey of personal growth, faith, and community with our host fresh off a rejuvenating trip to Charleston. Discover the beauty of Sullivan's Island and the importance of surrounding yourself with uplifting influences. Dive deep into the significance of faith in everyday life, and learn how to maintain a meaningful connection with God amidst life's challenges. This episode is a reminder that even in times of uncertainty, there is hope and redemption. Don't miss out on the inspiration and encouragement this episode has to offer!

In this episode of Aktivate, KB is joined by entrepreneur Sarah Kolloff to discuss the importance of diversifying income streams and the revolutionary opportunities in direct sales. Sarah, a former soccer player turned successful social retailer, shares her journey from college dropout to real estate mogul and co-founder of Sakoll, an online fashion store. Together, they explore the significance of multiple income streams, the power of peptides, and the groundbreaking business model they're launching. Tune in to discover how to activate your life by embracing new business opportunities and achieving financial freedom.Join Make Wellness for free at this link.

We have all made idols of things unknowingly. Whether it be our children, our career, our fitness, material things, etc. Today KB shares how her idolatry slapped her in the face as she was out for a walk. Even things the world considers “good” can be considered idols to God. KB shares some truth from the Bible and some tips and tricks for inviting God in to your daily life to combat the powerful tool of idolatry that the devil uses to turn us away from God.

KB shares a little update on life and some highlights from a leadership training she did for her team.We are all leaders in some way. Whether you’re leading a large team or your family, you are a leader. Many of us struggle to step into that role with confidence so KB shares some wisdom to help shake the impostor syndrome and become an effective and powerful leader.

Today on Aktivate, KB is joined by Integrative Health Practitioner, Jen Brown.They talk about how Western medicine leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to looking at the body as a whole and finding root causes for the issues we face.Jen discusses how she helps women in her practice by testing for a multitude of things like minerals, candida, food sensitivities, hormones, inflammation and cortisol. She also emphasizes the importance of managing stress and also identifying things you wouldn’t necessarily think of as stressors but that make a huge impact on our overall well being.Follow Jen at @life.withjenbrown on Instagram.

Today KB shares an interview she did several months back with Anwar Taylor. They chat about the ebbs and flows of marriage and relationships.Link for Marriage and Beyond Podcast

Today KB shares what she has learned, as she puts more emphasis on her health, in regard to the importance of proper sleep. She gives tips on how to improve the quality and quantity of your sleep as well as some of the inhibitors such as anxiety, sleep apnea, alcohol and caffeine.She also puts an emphasis on rest and recovery and why it determines how your body looks, feels and performs.

Today on Aktivate, KB is joined by her friend, extension artist, gym bestie and gut health novice, Amanda Langhorne.Amanda shares her journey of advocating for herself when her doctor did not take her concerns seriously. After being diagnosed with a thyroid condition, Amanda turned to Dr. Google to research her condition and find answers.Two books that have changed her life are Eat Dirt and Eat to Beat Disease.Amanda shares what she has learned about the importance of gut health, good probiotics and blood sugar on her journey back to optimal health.

Today KB shares her heart as she exits Modere and LAUNCHES a new company!She talks about the absolute importance of consulting God when it comes to making decisions and how and where you spend your time and money.

Today on AKTIVATE, Lesley Salman shares her testimony. From losing her sister at a young age and turning to drugs and alcohol to true repentance and freedom in Jesus, this story is sure to inspire and give hope to those in need of change.Our job while we are here on earth is to bring people to Christ and advance the kingdom of the one true God. Lesley’s story is a beautiful testimony of how only He can transform us and make us new. Redemption is possible and it’s available to you whenever you’re ready to accept it.

On today’s episode of Aktivate KB shares about a struggle her family is currently facing. A friendship hangs in the balance and it’s been a difficult journey of knowing how to handle the situation. KB shares how God showed up with a message at just the right time and how she must fight against her flesh to do the right thing.

Today on Aktivate KB shares a small snippet of what her research into perimenopause and menopause has revealed. From the symptoms to the solutions, KB shares everything she's gleaned from the greatest in the field like Dr. Mary Claire Haver. She shares the importance of strength training to mitigate things like sarcopenia and bone loss. She also shares dietary changes that can help with visceral fat in menopausal women. This is a very nuanced and deep topic that requires the listener to dig into research and find a board certified OB/GYN that they can fully trust to walk them through the process as they navigate what interventions, ie. HRT may be right for them.

Today KB shares the story of how God intervened to save her son’s life last week. She talks about the fact that none of us are stuck and we have control of changing the circumstances of our lives. KB shares a tool she learned from her coach to live the best possible life.

Today on AKTIVATE KB sits down with Traci Peterson. She is an international speaker, highly sought after trainer, has spoken to over 23,000 people, performed in front of 100,000 in sports audiences. She's been a board-certified family nurse practitioner, founder/CEO of Elevate Wellness & Aesthetics, she's treated over 6,000 female patients, is co-founder of The Butterfly Campaign and the #1 Top Team Builder in 50 Countries with Amare, for outstanding leadership and long-term team retention. Her latest project is BE: A Mother Daughter Movement grounded in connection and protection. She cites that her greatest accomplishment is being a mother to 3 very active children!She prides herself in mastering her roles as a mother, wife and woman of faith and leading by example in all of her leadership roles. With collective medical, wellness, aesthetics and leadership experience of 15+ years, Traci is widely regarded by her male and female peers, patients, clients, entrepreneurs and mom's alike. She helps high-performing women and their daughters conquer self-criticism and comparison through identifying your unique and divine gifts. And finding validation is learning to love yourself and lean on God. She helps people practically, remember who they are so they can confidently raise the next generation of leaders.Find Traci on IG @tpete and @motherdaughtermovement

Today on Aktivate, KB talks about the work she continues to do in her marriage and a recent revelation she had about how she approaches her husband.She also shares things she’s learning in regard to nutrition and helping both men and women off the diet rollercoaster. Metabolism and its ability to change has been the most recent aha moment for KB.Lastly, she shares about the CrossFit competition she participated in recently and the valuable lesson she learned from it.

Today on Aktivate, KB shares a little life update. She shares the highlights of her trip to Iowa, her continued faith journey, how her businesses are doing and the work she’s doing with her coach.

Anwar is a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapist, who received his Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy from Liberty University. His clinical experience consisted of a year of being a Graduate Counseling Intern with a full case load consisting mostly of couple and family clients. During this time, he also worked as a Clinical Testing Administrator, where he facilitated personality assessments and provided clinical psychologists with behavioral observations of testers. Anwar began his pursuit of supporting couples and families by providing premarital coaching during the COVID pandemic.Anwar and KB discuss many facets of marriage and relationships including disappointment from unmet expectarions and the importance of repair after a rupture.Follow Anwar on Instagram [@anwarinsights] and TikTok [@anwarinsights]

Today on this very special 250th episode of Aktivate, KB interviews her coach, the founder and CEO of The Married Game, Keith Yackey.Keith specializes in helping men get their wives to want them again by teaching them his Five Dial system.Tune in to hear game changing tips for reigniting the spark in your marriage. Ladies, you might want your husbands to listen in today!For more information on Keith and The Married Game, find @keithyackey on Instagram or go to www.marriedgame.com

Today on Aktivate, KB shares some tips, tricks and tools for dialing in your sleep and the importance of prioritizing a consistent bedtime and wake up time. Sleep plays an important role in cortisol levels and therefore weight loss. Night time rituals and routines can help you wind down and get the most restful night of sleep. KB shares the supplement routine that has helped her get off ambien and fall asleep and stay asleep longer.

Today KB shares her heart as she navigates a hard decision regarding her business. Through many desperate prayers for clear answers and discernment, God has done what God does. He showed up. KB shares several tips for making tough choices whether it’s with your job, your relationship or anything in between. In life we are all faced with difficult decisions. Often times these decisions affect others so it’s extremely important to not act hastily but to prayerfully consider all options and to filter those options through scripture.

Today KB sits down with Devin and Ashton Beisel to take a deeper dive into creating and maximizing wealth. Devin and Ashton live in Tulsa Oklahoma with their three sons, Isaac, Camden, and Jace. They serve families nationwide as safe money experts and life insurance agents. They have been coaching people in their finances, marriage, parenting and health for 14 years together! Their passion is education! Once people are educated on the truths about money, they know how to steward it well! They pride themselves on relationships being built by integrity and trust! Tune in to learn about money mindsets, the problem and the solution, trimming the fat in your finances, giving every dollar an assignment and protecting your family. To reach Devin and Ashton, you can follow @‌ashtonbeisel on Instagram or you can reach out via their website workwithdevinandashton.com/moneyhacks

Today on Aktivate, KB shares her framework for consistency. If there’s one thing KB is good at, it’s being consistent and following through on what she says. That was not always the case, however. As a self proclaimed “quitter” in her younger years, KB never finished anything she started. Her MO was to quit, avoid and lie when things got hard. Through implementing the 4 C’s KB was able to completely change her life and her identity. She no longer runs from difficulty, in fact she creates adversity in her life in order to prove to herself that she can do hard things and guess what? SO CAN YOU!Please tune in to Aktivate today as KB shares the journey that lead her from quitting to showing up and how you can implement the same tools she used to become a person you can count on!

Holly Grosvenor is a personal financial coach at Microstuff.com and a certified YNAB (You Need a Budget) coach. She provides one-on-one coaching on basic personal finances including financial goals, debt reduction, spending and savings plans to singles, couples, and parents. She has been coaching since 2018. KB and Holly chat about KB’s goal of no frivolous spending for the first quarter of 2024. They chat about 529 college savings plans and whether or not to pay off your home if the funds are available. Holly also shares her best tips on budgeting whether you are working with a little or a lot. For more information and to connect with Holly, visit Microstuff.com.

Happy New Year, Aktivators! It’s a new year and a new beginning for Aktivate Podcast! Join KB as she shares about these changes and her dreams for 2024. And of course a little TMI because things aren’t THAT different!

Join KB and her sweet friend and hairstylist, Amanda Langhorne as they share all of their favorite things from 2023! You can find all items linked in KB’s Instagram stories this week! Follow @‌kristinleeballard and look for the 2023 Favorite Things highlight!

This week, Steph and Jen Charland talk about making a list for your future husband, sexual purity, and finding love in your 40's. Listen as we share about this next stage in life. The soft girl era.

Here is a bonus episode from one of our favorite episodes from February 15, 2021.Jennifer Wooten joins Steph and KB in studio for an honest conversation on losing her identity inside of an abusive, unhappy marriage and then the story of how the Lord redeemed her situation by blessing her with the beautiful life she lives today.Make sure to listen all the way through because next week, Jen is BACK to give us an update. If you're still looking for love or a way to rekindle your marriage, there is hope.

This podcast is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for women who are interested in learning how to shoot guns. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience with firearms, this podcast is for you. Our aim is to create a welcoming environment where you can ask questions, share your experiences, and connect with like-minded individuals who are on the same journey. So, if you’re ready to unlock your potential and embrace the world of firearms, join us on “Locked and Loaded: Empowering Women in Firearms!” Let’s break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and empower women to confidently protect themselves and their loved ones.

Today on Aktivate, one of our favorite guests returns! Erica Tredinnick shares her journey of running for School Board in the Brentsville District. Erica is passionate about fighting for transparency and accountability, student achievement and academic excellence and fostering a culture of respect in our schools. Election Day is November 7, 2023. Please get out and exercise your right to vote. Local elections are important!

Here is a bonus episode from one of our favorite episodes. From October 5, 2020. Brentsville Supervisor, Jeanine Lawson joins us on Aktivate today to discuss the importance of voting and the general differences between Democrats and Republicans. KB and Steph begin the episode with a "Politics for Dummies" segment and Erica joins in as cohost.

Steph and KB share, separately, their thoughts and feelings on Sober October and their own journeys with alcohol. We challenge you to simply notice how alcohol affects your life and to prayerfully consider participating in Sober October.

Steph and KB chat about the last 90 days and the idea of walking into 2024 as the version of yourself you’ve always wanted to be instead of starting over at square one. They talk about habit stacking and what you have to do to make your vision more important than your fears.

The one, the only…Jay comes on with Steph today to talk bout the “masculine female.” Hear how from their second date both of their lives transformed. How was Steph able to let so many walls down and what role did Jay’s mom play in his development as a young boy and man? Our prayer is as you listen to our story, you are inspired by hope for change in your relationship with Christ, yourself, and your relationships. In Jesus name, Amen!

Get ready to spit out your coffee, ladies! This one got a little spicy with lots of laughs. KB shares more about what she’s being assigned to do in marriage coaching and a little “Godly dating” advice from Steph! They also had a very difficult (if you’re KB) convo about belly buttons!

Here is a bonus episode from one of our favorite episodes. From October 21, 2019. KB and Steph catch up in the studio. KB shares some vulnerable news and also how what she is learning in her bible study can apply to all of us in life.

Today on Aktivate, Steph and KB chat about the continued work KB is doing in her marriage and a date night fail that took place. Steph catches us all up on her big career move and how God continues to work in her life.

Here is a bonus episode from one of our favorite episodes. From September 16, 2019. Steph and KB discuss some issues regarding their boys and the importance of advocating for our children.

Today, Alyssa (last name disclosed) joins Steph to talk about Human Trafficking. With the release of “Sound of Freedom” people are eager for information again. “Stand on truth or not and when you don’t stand on truth then the omission of the speaking is actually the acceptance of it and I know that’s a challenging thing for people to hear but when you don’t stand on truth, right or wrong, then you’re saying to the people around you that it’s okay…” As a society we have to do better and search for the truth. It is all around us. A21 and IJM are great resources also they have both been around a long time in this arena and are awesome sources of info. Here are some book recommendations to help make talking to your children about their body parts and what is acceptable more comfortable and normal in your home. It starts with you. https://a.co/d/5EZ7ogo https://a.co/d/8K1spLq https://a.co/d/0iVrkRp https://a.co/d/bIapf0oWe didn’t touch on porn awareness as a grooming technique but we use this with our kids to talk about the subject of porn and how it distorts the brain. Little known fact scientifically your brain chemistry looks the same on a scan while doing cocaine as it does while viewing porn. https://a.co/d/8ksECYC Avg age of exposure to porn is 12 nationwide but some studies say it’s as low as 8 now. https://a.co/d/clwtr42 https://a.co/d/6YyF1BP Operation underground railroad is a great org also! https://ourrescue.orgMentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Steph and KB talk about Steph’s new job and controversy over “the cup.” Tune in for inspiration sur rounding vision boards and how powerful your words are.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Today KB is joined by her friend, Liz Garvey. Liz shares all about making healthier choices to feel your best and some hacks for making cooking for your family easier and more enjoyable. She dives into the importance of minerals for optimal female health and how raw milk has been villainized and why it’s actually an amazing choice for her family. Follow Liz at @‌_lizgarvey_ to get an unfiltered look into the life of a crunchy SAHM mom of 3 and a supportive LEO wife living in New York and doing things her way!Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Today on Aktivate, KB is joined by Eric Perrin. Eric struggled with drug addiction for 17 years. Now, 6 years sober, Eric has transformed his life through recovery and his passion for helping others. After marrying his childhood sweetheart in May of 2021, Eric and his wife Jeanne wanted to create a safe space for people that were struggling with addiction. Their way of doing so was to start a sober living home called Hope House. Eric and Jeanne currently have three homes for men and one home for women. Eric hopes to continue to help others in his community through his work as a substance abuse counselor.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

KB shares about a tiff she had with JB and her desire for more connection in their marriage and how she intends to make that happen. Steph shares a revelation she had recently that, God willing, will lead her to her next big thing.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

KB sits down with her friend, Coach Bliss, to discuss the importance of weight training and eating enough food to achieve the physique you dream of. They chat about consistency, being empathetic to people’s struggles and a history of disordered eating and obsessive exercise. Find out more about Bliss’s coaching program by following her on Instagram @‌coach.bliss_Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Steph and KB catch up on travels, medical emergencies and KB’s inability to live spontaneously. Steph shares what she has learned about finding valuable solutions in life and business from a book she is reading called Traction.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Today on Aktivate, a fan favorite returns! KB sits down with her pal, Jade Jones to discuss gym shenanigans, their differing political opinions and the challenge of forgiving what you can’t forget.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Steph and KB reunite to share about their recent travels and their plans for summer!Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll

Steph is back to catch us up on her recent move and her hustle to get back to working from home. KB shares about her upcoming trip to Iowa and the absolute torture of the tattoo removal process.Mentioned in this episode:Nux Ad Preroll