The reality of adult friendships ft Dami Opaleye | Ep 71
Friendship is one of life’s greatest gifts—but as we get older, it can also become more complicated. Shifting priorities, distance, and unspoken expectations can make maintaining deep friendships harder. Yet with faith, grace and intentionality, strong friendships can continue to flourish in every season. In this episode, we explore the challenges of adult friendships, the power of healthy boundaries, and how faith teaches us to show up with love and maturity.We sat down with Dami Opaleye to hear her honest reflections on building lasting friendships, letting go when needed, and creating community rooted in grace.What does real friendship look like when life keeps changing? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 71 ‘Friendship and Faith’ with Dami Opaleye.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Dami on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dee_opaleye/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnifyMUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Healing after an abusive relationship ft Rehema Muthaima
Abuse can be hard to identify—especially when it’s emotional, subtle or masked as love. For many women, the cycle of confusion, control and shame becomes normalised. But faith, healing and truth have the power to break even the most hidden patterns. In this episode, we unpack the layers of emotional abuse, explore how to rebuild your sense of identity, and talk openly about how God meets us in our pain.We sat with Rehema Muthamia to hear her honest story of escaping an abusive relationship, and how she found freedom and peace again.What does real healing look like when the pain runs deep? Join us as we are joined the Magnify Studio for Ep 70 ‘Healing after an abusive relationship’ with Rehema Muthaima.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow our Rehema on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rehemamuthamia/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Met My Husband at 39 ft Julia Strachan | Love, Waiting & Trusting God’s Timing | Ep 69
‘I thought I’d be married at 24. Instead, I met my husband at 39.’What happens when life doesn’t go as planned? How do you stay hopeful when you feel like you’re falling behind?In this episode, we sit down with Julia Strachan, a passionate advocate against modern slavery, to talk about her unexpected journey to love, navigating singleness, and embracing God’s timing.Julia shares the journey of blending families, the heartbreak of waiting, and the lessons she learned about trusting God—even when the wait felt unbearable.If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about love, marriage, or waiting well, this conversation is for you.Join us for Ep 69 – ‘Marriage Came Later in Life for Me ft. Julia Strachan’ as we explore faith, relationships, and purpose. STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Julia on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/juliastrachan_/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Diagnosed with Cancer at 26 ft Nellie Robert Gbadebo | Ep 68
Navigating a cancer diagnosis is an unimaginable challenge, especially as a young mother. At Magnify, we’re passionate about having open, honest conversations about life’s toughest seasons and how faith can anchor us through uncertainty. Whether you’ve faced a similar journey or simply want to hear an inspiring story, this episode will uplift and encourage you.We welcomed our guest Nellie Robert Gbadebo to share her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 26, how she found strength in her faith, and why she chose to document her journey publicly.How do we face adversity while balancing family, work, and our personal identity? Join us in the Magnify Studio for Ep 68 ‘Diagnosed with Cancer at 26 ft Nellie Robert Gbadebo – My Journey of Strength and Purpose.’STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Nellie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vintynellie/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I’m a matchmaker: Tips for dating well ft Ale Siekmeier Ep 67
The dating world is wild. At Magnify, we’re well acquainted with how daunting and overwhelming it can be, particularly when you’re in your 30’s and 40’s. If we’re currently on the dating scene or considering it, we definitely welcome wise, measured advice from trusted friends and mentors. In this episode, we got the low down from a matchmaker not only on how to date well, but how to lead with values and not just preference.We welcomed our friend Ale Siekmeier to share her experience, opinions on community, dating in a big city, and personal healing. How can we build genuine connection and be in healthy romantic relationships that have the right perspective? Join us as our hosts Rachel Calland and Sinead Minkah are joined by our guest Ale in the Magnify Studio for Ep 67 ‘I’m a matchmaker: Tips for dating well’.STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR GUESTFollow Ale on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ale_siekmeier/STAY UP TO DATE WITH US AT MAGNIFY Visit our website https://www.magnifycollective.comWatch our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MagnifycollectiveFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective/—SUPPORT OUR VISIONDonate to Magnify https://account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/magnify—MUSICThe music intro on our podcast is from Music BedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Magnify Conversations is a safe space to come together in community, share the stories of everyday women of faith, and ultimately, provide wisdom.Learn more about Magnify at magnifycollective.comGet more from Magnify on social @magnifycollective Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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