Lead pastor at The Pursuit NW and recovering politician Russell B. Johnson joins Blake to talk about his journey from working in politics to planting a church that grew at record speed when they refused to close their doors during the lockdown. Listen in as they talk about his conviction and passion for sharing the truth in today’s culture where it is wildly unpopular and how we can love people without compromising our allegiance to Scripture.

To connect with Russell:

Website: thepursuitnw.com

Instagram: @russellbjohnson | @thepursuitnw

Facebook: facebook.com/ThePursuitNW

Wellness advocate, kitchen creative, wife and mom, Fallon Lee joins Blake to share her personal journey from a mindset focused on diet culture and thinness to embracing holistic wellness and self-care. She discusses her past struggles with anxiety, joint pain, and exhaustion, attributing them to her rigid diet and lifestyle. Fallon opens up about her journey into motherhood, where she faced additional health challenges, including a Hashimoto's diagnosis. She reflects on her shift towards a whole-food healing approach and the importance of finding balance and grace in one's wellness journey. The conversation touches on the complexities of navigating health advice on the internet and emphasizes the need for individualized approaches to self-care and nutrition.

In this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Understand the philosophy behind Fallon's approach to wellness, emphasizing enjoyment of food and the importance of nourishing the body.

• Explore the importance of individualized nutrition and the limitations of generic calorie quizzes and calculators.

• Gain solidarity and support in the wellness journey, knowing that others have faced similar challenges and found success through nourishing practices.

To connect with Fallon…

Website: fallonstable.com

Instagram: @fallondanae

Small town general surgeon and whistleblower, Dr. Eithan Haim joins Blake to discuss how he courageously blew the whistle on the deceptive practices of a transgender program at Texas Children's Hospital. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including the emotional and psychological burden faced by doctors who realize they have been complicit in harming children through certain medical practices. It highlights the importance of standing up for truth and human dignity, even in the face of intimidation and legal threats. Dr. Eithan emphasized the need for accountability for those who abuse their power and manipulate science to suit their agenda.

In this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Discuss the necessity of accountability for those who abuse their power and manipulate science to suit their agenda.

• Learn about the role of ordinary citizens in holding authority figures accountable and fighting for what is right.

• Delve into the importance of standing up for truth and human dignity, even in the face of intimidation and legal threats.

To connect with Dr. Eithan…

Twitter: @eithanhaim