Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation

Are We Addicted to Being Busy? w/ Jennifer Tornga & Adrienne Jamail

Send us Fan Mail Are we addicted to being busy? In a culture that often equates productivity with success, slowing down can feel uncomfortable or even unproductive. In

Raising Kids in the Age of AI w/ Chris McKenna & Brina Tiemeyer

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to raise healthy, resilient kids in a world shaped by AI, social media, and constant digital connection? In this episode of Wedgwood&

Faith Driven Hip-Hop & Rising Above Trauma w/ Steven Malcolm

Send us Fan Mail What happens when faith becomes the heartbeat behind the music?  In this episode of Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary Kirkendall

Human Trafficking Through the Lens of a Survivor & Advocate w/ Katie Green & Andrea Keller

Send us Fan Mail What does human trafficking actually look like? What does it mean? In this episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary Kirkendall sit

Creating Safe & Supportive Environments w/ Kimber Decker & Marie Brown (BONUS Episode)

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes one coffee isn’t enough. Join us for a second cup in this special bonus episode! In this bonus episode, Hillary continues the discussion with

When Home Doesn’t Feel Safe w/ Marie Brown & Kimber Decker

Send us Fan Mail What happens when “home” doesn’t feel like home? In this episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary talks with Marie Brown, Supervis

Rewriting the Stories We Tell Ourselves w/ LeRae Kuperus & Maranda Johnson

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary sits down with LeRae Kuperus, Director of Spiritual Formation, and Maranda Johnson

How to Cope with Rejection w/ Arlan Palmer & Katolo Mendamenda

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary sits down with Pastor Arlan Palmer, Wedgwood’s long-time chaplain and diversity co

Challenges & Hope for the Next Generation w/ Dr. Dan Gowdy & Jessica Knoth

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Hillary sits down with Dr. Dan Gowdy (President & CEO of Wedgwood Christian Services) and Jessica Knoth (Principal of Zeeland East High

The Truth About Self-Diagnosis w/ Hana Pierson & Brooke Davis

Send us Fan Mail Is it anxiety or just stress? In this episode, Hillary sits down with Hannah (Wedgwood Outpatient Clinician) and Brooke Davis (Director of Mental Healt

Helping Kids Find Their Place w/ Abish Israde & Judge Kathleen Feeney

Send us Fan Mail What helps a kid feel like they truly belong?  In this episode, Judge Kathleen Feeney and Abish Israde (Wedgwood Wraparound Program) join Hillary to ex

The Illusion of Connection: Social Media's Impact on Today's Kids w/ Brina Tiemeyer & Mark Washington

Send us Fan Mail What kind of connection are teens really finding online?  And what’s being lost or gained in the process? In this episode, Brina Tieymeyer & Mark Wash

Creating Space to Belong w/ Steve Carigon

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to truly belong? Why does it matter so much?  In this episode, Pastor Steve Carigon returns to explore the deep connection between lo

The Importance of Being Seen & Heard w/ Dr. Lisa Lowery and Kali Jackson-Dieleman

Send us Fan Mail Why are so many young people feeling alone in a connected world?  Hillary sits down with Dr. Lisa Lowery and Kali Jackson-Dieleman to explore the risin

The Power of One Caring Adult w/ Jason Lheureux

Send us Fan Mail Hillary sits down with Jason Lheureux, Director of Residential Programs at Wedgwood, to discuss the impact a single trusted adult can have on a child’s

Leading with Purpose: A Conversation w/ Dr. Dan Gowdy

Send us Fan Mail In this Coffee Break Conversation episode, Dr. Dan Gowdy, President and CEO of Wedgwood Christian Services, shares his heart on what it means to lead wi

When is the Right Time to Seek Mental Health Support? w/ Alli Matthews

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Hillary sits down with Alli Matthews, a physician assistant in Wedgwood's Outpatient Psychiatry Program. They discuss the vital

Giving with Purpose: Finding Joy in Serving Others w/ Brooke Jevicks & Judy Sarsam

Send us Fan Mail Uncover the true power of generosity and how it can transform lives—starting with yours. In this special end-of-year episode, Hillary sits down with Br

Compare and Despair: How to Shift Your Focus to a Gratitude Mindset w/ Jacklyn Eding

Send us Fan Mail Hillary sits down with Jacklyn, a clinician at Wedgwood who specializes in trauma, anxiety, and depression. Together, they explore the impact that socia

Preventing Burnout: Strategies for Self-Care and Growth w/ Emily Nykamp

Send us Fan Mail Hillary talks with Emily Nykamp, a therapist within Wedgwood's Counseling Team, about her passion for helping clients—especially kids and teens—fin