In this episode of Noisy Narratives, we sit down with Dr. Brad Williams, a leader in higher education who is deeply passionate about helping young people find their purpose. He shares his heart for helping young people discover who they are and why they matter. Every day, Brad walks alongside students as they ask some of life’s biggest questions—Who am I? Why am I here? What am I meant to do?

With both wisdom and compassion, Brad shares how his work goes beyond academics, focusing on shaping lives, building confidence, and helping students step into their calling. He offers insight into the challenges young people face today and the importance of having mentors who truly see and believe in them.

This conversation is full of encouragement for anyone who cares about the next generation. Whether you’re a parent, leader, or simply someone searching for purpose yourself, Brad’s perspective will remind you that discovering your “why” is a journey worth taking—and one you don’t have to walk alone.

In this episode of Noisy Narratives, we sit down with Lindsey Abel, Assistant Director of Sonshine School, a two-day-a-week program serving children from birth through two years old. Lindsey brings a deep love for people and a steady commitment to ministry that is evident in both her leadership and her everyday interactions with families and staff.

From caring for the smallest members of the church to engaging in meaningful missions work, Lindsey lives out her faith with intentionality and compassion. She also has a unique gift for noticing the everyday needs around her and intentionally finding real, practical ways to care for others—whether through a kind word, a helping hand, or simply showing up when it matters most.

Join us as Lindsey reflects on what it means to love others well, serve faithfully, and create environments where people feel seen, supported, and valued. Her story is a beautiful reminder that even the smallest acts of care can make a lasting kingdom impact.

In this episode of Noisy Narratives, Kaitlyn Schaefer joins us to share her journey into becoming a certified doula and the heart behind her work supporting women and families. While living in Germany and having her own children there, Kaitlyn experienced firsthand the incredible care and support that surrounded mothers during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season. That experience deeply shaped her understanding of what women truly need during one of the most transformative times of their lives.

After returning to the United States, Kaitlyn felt called to bring that same kind of care and encouragement to other women. As a doula, she walks alongside mothers and families through pregnancy, labor, and the weeks that follow—offering guidance, advocacy, and steady support during a season that can be both beautiful and overwhelming.

In this conversation, Kaitlyn shares why support matters so deeply, how birth can be both powerful and vulnerable, and why no woman should feel alone in the journey of bringing life into the world. Her story is a reminder of the strength of family, the importance of community, and the meaningful ways we can care for one another through life’s biggest moments.

** Production note - we had some more mic issues - it doesn't last long but Debbie sounds like she's hiking in the Grand Canyon for a couple minutes ....