Send us a text Have you ever found yourself questioning your path amidst the expectations and roles you juggle daily? Or perhaps you've hesitated to share your journey, unsure of how it might be received? Meet Brayden Black, the 22-year-old life coach, motivational speaker, content creator, and former seminary teacher out of Pleasant Grove, Utah. He has transformed his life through self-discovery and now inspires others on their own journey. Today, Brayden shares his personal story from...

Send us a text Have you ever felt your own identity slipping away amidst the roles you play in your own life and for others? Or perhaps struggled with the confidence to be more open about your story? In this episode, you get to join me and one of my college girls who got me through my sophomore year. Meet Joann Nicholas from St. Johns, AZ, and now living with her sweet little family in Thatcher, AZ. JoAnn is a powerhouse of wisdom who has navigated the shift from a career in nursing to becomi...

Send us a text What if you could listen in on a raw, honest conversation between two best friends about growth and resilience? Well, look no further. In this episode, you all get to be a fly on the wall as I sit down with my best friend and have one of our many heart-to-hearts. I'm so thrilled for you to meet the 25-year-old, former student-athlete, current Elementary teacher, Danja Stafford Collins from Orem, Utah. We've been friends for the past 6 years, and with every conversation we have,...

Send us a text "Have you ever wondered how a spontaneous decision could change your life forever? Or how you can find strength in the face of loss and grief? Join me in this week's episode of the podcast as I welcome an old high school friend, Hunter Ziegler, to the studio. Hunter is a soon-to-be father in his 20s, born and raised in Eagar, Arizona, and currently living in the Keys of South Florida. If there's anyone who could relate to dealing with grief and facing loss, it's Hunter. ...

Send us a text When life hands you immense responsibility and challenges, how do you manage the pressure while continuing to find joy and meaning in your purpose? In this heartfelt episode of the Soulful Project Podcast, I welcome my brother-in-law, Parker Robinson, to share his incredible journey of self-discovery, family, and purpose. Parker is an EMS helicopter pilot, a father, and a man deeply rooted in the importance of service who truly understands the weight of responsibility—bot...

Send us a text Meet Nate and Rilee Sorensen! The young podcasting couple out of Draper, Utah. You may know them best from The Heaven Project: a podcast they began this year in hopes of making this world more like heaven on earth through their love & connection with God, people, & themselves. Today, we explore more of their personal stories and dive into the experiences that have shaped their souls into who they are today. Nate and Rilee have been married just over a year and started o...

Send us a text Life can throw some heavy curveballs, but how do you keep finding the joy and showing up for yourself? Join me for a heartfelt conversation with my good friend, Marissa Owen, as she walks us through her incredible journey of resilience, self-discovery, and personal peace. Marissa Owen is the 25-year-old Massachusetts native who is a young wife, MSW student, and the absolute 'life of the party' wherever she may be! She is someone who truly understands the beauties and the comple...

Send us a text Do you ever wonder what it takes to leave everything familiar behind to find your true purpose? Join us as Eva Joosen shares her incredible journey of bold transitions and spiritual awakening, detailing how navigating a foreign land and letting go of an old identity led her to profound self-discovery and peace. Meet Eva Joosen, the 21-year-old former soccer player, born and raised in the Netherlands, who shares her story of bold leaps, self-care, and purpose. Eva discusse...

Send us a text Do you ever wonder how to transform the biggest challenges of your past into your greatest strength today? Join us as first-generation college graduate Shawn Ruiz shares the profound lessons he learned from his upbringing, detailing how he utilized fitness, family, and vulnerability to develop an Ironman-level mindset and discover his true purpose. Meet 26-year-old Shawn Ruiz, raised in Philadelphia and currently living in Tampa, Florida, who sits down today to share his journe...

Send us a text Feeling disconnected in a world that never slows down? It's time to pause the rush, look inward, and finally connect with what truly matters. Join us to learn how to slow down, find your center, and truly own your story. Meet the amazing 21 year old Alannah Ferrin- raised in Oklahoma and currently living in Thatcher, Arizona. Alannah has a gift for deep reflection and pairs those thoughts with words in such a way that will surely bring your innermost feelings to life. Fro...

Send us a text How do you find your true self when the roles you've always known... suddenly change? Join us as Sheridan Philippi shares the life-altering moments, mindset shifts, and the power of faith that helped her transform challenges into a resilient new identity. Sheridan Philippi grew up in California, played D1 soccer at UVU, and currently lives in Las Vegas with her beautiful family as a soccer trainer and mother of two. In this episode, Sheridan opens up to us about her journey of ...

Send us a text Meet Max Togisala, the 21-year-old who shares his incredible journey of resilience and self-discovery after a life-changing skiing accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Max discusses his life at 18 years old before the accident, the challenges he faced during recovery, and how he found purpose and strength through faith, connection with family, and a deeper understanding of love. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, the lessons he's learned from advers...

Send us a text Have you ever felt lost in a sea of distraction, from digital noise to expectations of others- longing for truly meaningful connections? That your identity was being squeezed into a narrow label instead of embracing the fullness of who you are? In this episode, I sit down with Cody Steed from Sandy UT, to explore his powerful journey of self-discovery that took him from the "bubble" in Utah, to the beautiful island of the Philippines. Cody opens up about the challenges of formi...

Send us a text Have you ever felt like your entire identity was tied to your performance? That your worth was measured by your achievements on the field, court, at work or even at home? In this episode, we sit down with David Gauss, a 28-year-old strength trainer with a remarkable journey that took him from Germany to the sunny shores of Tampa, Florida. David shares how his life as a competitive athlete in skiing, football, and soccer was turned upside down by a career-ending injury, and the ...

Send us a text Meet the young 25 year old husband, MBA student, former D1 basketball player and member of insurance firm, from Cedar City Utah- Cade Brazier. You may have seen his content on social media as he is well-known for sharing his life's story through simple relatable reels and vlogs. Cade's story is as impactful as it is moving! From an unorthodox journey to play collegiate basketball at the JUCO and D1 levels, to learning what healing looked like after dealing with several physical...

Send us a text Feeling a little lost on your journey of discovering who you are? Have you ever questioned your purpose or how to find joy, especially when life feels like an uphill battle? In this episode, we sit down with 23-year-old Matthew Barocca to discuss how he navigated these same questions on his path from the life of a college student to the demands of an ICU nurse. His story is a powerful reminder that the greatest strength can be found in our struggles, and that the path to purpos...

Send us a text If you've ever felt like you're stepping into a new chapter of your life and trying to find your footing, this episode is for you! Maybe you've moved on from something you've dedicated years to, or you're just looking for a new challenge that truly lights you up. This week's guest, Brandon Busuttil, knows exactly what that's like. He's a former college basketball player who traded experiences on the court for the corporate world and discovered a newfound passion for running. In...

Send us a text Taylor's message connects with any individual who's questioning pieces of their story, wondering about their progress spiritually, or learning how to "re-write the script" and discover their true pursuit of happiness. Meet Taylor Franson Thiel! The D1 basketball player turned poet from American Fork Utah and currently residing with her husband in Virginia. In this episode Taylor shares her unique journey from being a college athlete at Utah State University, to pursuing h...

Send us a text Monet Izumi is our first guest who tunes in from another country. Get ready to dive in with this dear friend of mine from Japan; the 5' 2" basketball influencer with 53k followers who's small in size but big at heart! Monet shares her story of becoming an international student-athlete in the United States and what her journey was like adjusting to a different cultural and belief system. She accounts her experiences building a relationship with God and opens up about some ...

Send us a text Dane Wissenbach is the young-ambitious entrepreneur, videographer, and motivator out of Pocatello Idaho. Coming from a background competing in high school sports, Dane shares his story facing an abrupt halt to his athletic career and how that's shaped who he is today. He explores themes of self-discovery, identity, and the importance of sharing one's story. Along his journey, Dane went from an introverted athlete, to finding his voice and sharing it through content creation. Ou...