Joyously Free!
LGBTQ+, Church, Religion, Spirituality
Joyously Free!: Rural Pride ABC’s – Acceptance, Belonging, and Community
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer speaks with Laura Erceg, director of Southern Oregon Coast Pride, about fostering LGBTQ+ inclusivity, community, and self-expression in rural areas. Laura shares her journey in establishing Pride events and...
Joyously Free!: God in Nature
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer speaks with Kathleen Dixon about spirituality, nature, and sustainable living in on the Southern Oregon Coast. Kathleen shares how her connection to nature deepens her spiritual practice and helps manage...
Joyously Free!: Finding Healing and Joy Through Hope!
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer speaks with Rick Majewski, a hospice grief support chaplain, about spirituality, grief, and the healing power of love and community. Rick shares his journey from a successful business career to chaplaincy,...
Joyously Free!: Embracing Miracles – A Journey of Love and Spiritual Gifts, with Michael Hensley
In this episode of the Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, guest Michael Hensley shares his journey of discovering his spiritual gifts, including seeing energies, relaying messages from the deceased, and witnessing miracles. He reflects on moments of...
Joyously Free!: Ruth’s Eye of the Storm – Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors and Building a Community of Hope
In this episode of the Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer welcomes Cheri Saltor, who shares her inspiring journey of resilience, love, and faith. Cheri discusses her transition from a challenging past, including surviving domestic violence, to founding Ruth's Eye...
Joyously Free!: Celebrating Diverse Voices with Best Selling Author and Publisher Elizabeth Ann Atkins
This episode of Joyously Free!, hosted by Joanie Lindenmeyer, explores themes of joy, freedom, and personal growth with guest Elizabeth Ann Atkins, co-founder of Two Sisters Writing and Publishing. Elizabeth shares her mission to amplify diverse voices, including...
Joyously Free!: Love! Small Acts, Big Impacts of Kindness, with Carlos Moreno
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Carlos Moreno, who shares personal anecdotes from his upbringing on a ranch, lessons learned from sports, and his experiences as a retired bus driver. The discussion emphasizes themes of love,...
Joyously Free!: Welcoming LGBTQ+ and ALL People at Shane Stephens’ Tradewind Signs
In this episode of Joyously Free! hosted by Jonaie Lindenmeyer, guest Shane Stephens shares his inspiring journey as a business owner, LGBTQ advocate, and adoptee. Shane discusses moving to Brookings, unexpectedly taking over Tradewind Signs, and creating an inclusive...
Joyously Free!: Blending Faith and Spirituality with RN Michael Irby
In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer welcomes Michael Irby, an emergency department nurse, to discuss themes of joy, spirituality, and faith journeys. Together, they explore Michael’s experiences with Southern Baptist, Church of Christ, and...
Joyously Free!: Faith, Inclusivity, and the Joy of Service with Episcopal Father Robert Thomas
This episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer has an inspiring conversation with Father Robert Thomas, an Episcopal priest, about spirituality, inclusivity, and the distortion of Christian values. Together, they explore themes of love, acceptance, and...

