The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey

Hey friends! I just can’t say thank you enough for all the amazing and kind words you have showered over me the last few days! May is an exciting month for me as we celebrated my birthday on Monday and tomorrow we celebrate the birthday of The Happy Hour! I feel so blessed to be celebrating 10 years, a full decade, of sharing the big things in life, the little things in life, and everything in between! I’m so thankful for all of you who have been on this journey with me! I’m also so excited about my book club this month! My latest book, Why Can’t I Get It Together, release last February, and unfortunately I didn’t get to give it the love and attention it deserves! That changes this month! You can sign up today to get a free month of the book club and read Why Can’t I Get It Together with me! It’s going to be a lot of fun and I’d love for you to join me!I couldn’t have known how I would need the words from Why Can’t I Get It Together in this season. The amazing part is that it’s still all true. Though I’m reading it through a different lens, I would still say all the same things!These last few months I have been sustained by so many good books and songs and get ready, because I’m about to share all of them with you! As I always say, thank you so much for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:-Connect with Jamie-Join my Book Club!-Younger Next Year for Women-Ragamuffin Gospel-Practicing the Way -27 Summers-Ronald Olivier’s episode on THH -The Other Year-The Body Keeps the Score-The Night is Normal-The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory -The Screwtape Letters-What Happened to You-Mending a Shattered Heart-Dominion-Intimate Deception-Your Sexually Addicted Spouse-Moving Beyond Betrayal-Good Boundaries and Goodbyes-Boundaries-Tell Me More-If I Don’t Laugh I’ll Cry-It Wasn’t Roaring, It Was Weeping-Where the Light Fell-On Getting Out of Bed-The Covenant of Water-As Long as Lemon Trees Grow-Jeremiah 20:11-13-Lamentations 3:28-33-Take it To Jesus -Psalm 23-Brooke Ligertwood - Eight-Taya-Brutal Miracle -In Between -I Speak Jesus -Arrows (I Will Be With You) -Good Plans-Ordinary Ways-The Lord Will Provide-How Long-The Happy Hour with Alisa Keeton-Sign Up to get info on the Love-Paced Run

Hey friends! Today’s show is my first show back after a 3-month break. I wanted to come back and have a conversation with a friend about how I’ve been doing since my world fell apart in early February. My good friend Toni and I have a conversation about grief and pain, and I hope it is encouraging to you right where you are today - no matter what your world currently looks like. We both have walked through immense pain and grief in these last six months and on the show, you will hear us both process this in our own unique ways. I’m deeply grateful for this community! Your love and support from afar during my absence have meant the world to me. I’m thrilled to be back and look forward to the exciting things we have in store this month, including revisiting my book content and celebrating The Happy Hour’s monumental TEN-YEAR anniversary next week!Thanks for listening and sharing these episodes with a friend. I don’t take that lightly.SHOW LINKS:-Connect with Toni Collier-Connect with Jamie-Subscribe to Jamie’s Newsletter-Join the Why Can’t I Get it Together Book Club -Savannah Locke-Dr. Curt Thompson's Podcast, Being Known

Happy May 1st friends! We are beyond excited to be in the month of May because we have so many things to celebrate with you! Jamie will be returning to the show this week and we can’t wait to have her back! The Happy Hour is also turning TEN YEARS OLD next week! We can’t get over how God has allowed us to be in this space for ten years, and we are so thankful for all of the guests and listeners who have showed up in this space with us! We love sharing stories of hope, encouragement, and God’s love with you! On today’s show we have Guest Host, Toni Collier, and Debra Fileta walk us through how to grieve well. It’s so easy to bury, numb, or run from grief, but at the end of the day, in order for healing to take place, we must honor the space of loss and allow our community to support us in seasons of grief. Toni and Debra emphasize the need to heal and move forward, taking ownership of our role in relationships and finding closure. Walking through grief may feel burdensome, but it’s nothing like trying to walk through life unhealed! We believe God can bring healing and redemption in the midst of hardship, and you can trust his good plan for your life! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!SHOW LINKS:-Connect with Toni Collier-Connect with Debra Fileta-Connect with Jamie-Subscribe to Jamie’s Newsletter-Join the Why Can’t I Get it Together Book Club

Hey friends! Welcome back to another birthday countdown episode! We are so excited about turning 10 years old in just a few weeks! Every Friday we've been playing episodes from our very first season. If you haven't caught up, we highly suggest you go back and listen! It's crazy how topics we talked about over ten years ago can still have so much relevance and meaning today! On today's show we throw it back to the very first conversation with Susie Davis. Susie is an author, blogger, speaker and church founder. Susie is married to Will Davis Jr., the founding and senior pastor of Austin Christian Fellowship, and together they have three children. Aside from family and ministry, Susie is helplessly addicted to horseback riding and McDonald’s coffee. In addition, one of her all time favorites is cooking and enjoying family dinners. Jamie and Susie discuss how they both ended up in radio accidentally, and also how hard it is to follow your passions individually when you also feel as though you are supposed to be giving so much to your family. Susie shares about what started her down the road of being a fearful person and how that ruled her world for so many years. We know by the end of this episode you'll be encouraged to live unafraid and kick fear to the curb! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:-Unafraid: Trusting God in An Unsafe World-Loving Your Man Without Losing Your Mind-Parenting Your Teen and Loving It-Uncovered: Revealing the Secrets of a Sexy Marriage-The Time of Your Life: Finding God's Rest In Your Busy Schedule-Connect with Susie Davis-Connect with Jamie Ivey 

What comes to your mind when you hear the word, "humility"? Do you think doormat, walk over, self-deprecation, or strength, wisdom, boundaries, and peace? Humility can be a tough subject to tackle, but today we have the perfect duo to walk us through the connection between humility and peace: Guest Host, Esau McCaulley, and Dr. Joel Muddamalle. Esau is a long time friend of The Happy Hour and has provided us with incredible conversations around his books, Reading While Black and How Far to the Promised Land. Esau is an author and associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. His writing and speaking focus on New Testament theology, African American Biblical interpretation, and Christian public theology. His book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope won numerous awards, including Christianity Today’s book of the year. Esau is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today.Joel serves as the Director of Theology and Research for Proverbs 31 Ministries and Lysa TerKeurst, and is a part of the preaching team at Transformation Church with Pastor Derwin Gray. Joel earned a PhD in Theology under Drs. Patrick Schreiner (NT) and Michael Heiser (OT) with an emphasis on Paul's household language in Ephesians as it relates to the Old Testament. He loves studying and teaching the brilliant truths found in Scripture and unpacking how they relate to our everyday lives.Whether we've incorrectly defined humility or underestimated its relevance to our daily life, we believe humility is the missing piece for the security, strength and confidence we all want. It's time to stop trying so hard to avoid our limitations or overcompensate for them. God has better for us and it begins with bowing low in humility!Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS: -Connect with Esau -Connect with Joel -The Hidden Peace-Connect with Jamie 

Hey friends! We are continuing to count down to our 10th birthday! An entire decade of incredible people telling meaningful stories! If you haven't had the chance to listen to the other episodes from the first season of The Happy Hour, we encourage you to go back and listen now! On today's show we have a very special memory: Jamie's first conversation with Wynter Pitts. Wynter is an author of several books, including She Is Yours. She is also the founder of For Girls Like You. Wynter Pitts started For Girls Like You magazine in 2012 when she was trying to find Christian resources for her four young daughters. In just a few short years, she created a national magazine, devotionals, books and many other tools for girls and their parents. For Girls Like You, equips girls to boldly walk in the person God created them to be! In 2018 Wynter suddenly went to be with the Lord. Her sudden death impacted us immensely, but not as much as her legacy continues to impact girls for generations to come! Wynter's husband and daughters carry on her legacy through For Girls Like You and today we are offering you a discount code! Use the code "happyhour10" to get 25% off the entire website! Trust me, if you're a mom with daughters, you want to get this! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:-For Girls Like You - Use code "happyhour10" for 25% off the website!-Connect with Jamie

Sometimes we desire a new outfit, and other times it’s something deeper, like the approval of others. However, as we grow in our relationship with God, our desires should move in the direction of wanting him more than anything! In today’s show Guest Host Angie Elkins, and Lisa Whittle, dive into how our desires our shaped and transformed! We appreciate the vulnerability and transparency that both ladies share as they continue to be sanctified in their desires. If you struggle with people pleasing, or maybe it's a habit that's tied to your self-esteem, we encourage you to lean in and allow God to reveal his heart to you!SHOW LINKS:Connect with Angie ElkinsConnect with Lisa Whittle Jesus Over EverythingLove Paced RaceConnect with Jamie

Happy Friday friends! We are continuing the countdown to our 10th birthday and today we are going back to the very first episode recorded between Jamie and Annie F. Downs! We loved going back and listening to this conversation and we know you’ll enjoy the timeless topics they discussed! Annie and Jame talk about friendship, hookup culture, her new book at the time, Let’s All Be Brave, the Bachelorette (season 11 of course!), and more!Annie and Jamie are hilarious, so get ready to laugh, reminisce on some good tv shows and books, and be inspired to be brave! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!SHOW LINKS:Let’s All Be BraveIF: GatheringThe End of SexThe Meaning of MarriageInterruptedConnect with Jamie

At some point in your life you may have been told, or made to feel, that your emotions weren’t valid. Maybe it was a parent never letting you emote, or maybe it was friends picking on you for crying. Too often, outside voices try to silence our internal feelings and we become adults who are incapable of processing the inevitable grief we will face in our life. On today’s show, guest host Toni Collier and Dr. Alison Cook discusses the complexities of grief and emphasizes the importance of understanding and processes grief, as well as the guilt and gaslighting that often accompany it. Through transparency and the sharing of their own personal experiences, Toni and Dr. Cook encourages listeners to create space for feelings and give practical advice on how to brave the next step forward in making healthy decisions. We’re confident you’ll enjoy this episode and we encourage you to lean into the pain and make room for all of your emotions! Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend!SHOW LINKS: Connect with JamieI Shouldn’t Feel This WayBoundaries for Your Soul

Can you guys even believe The Happy Hour is turning TEN YEARS OLD next month?! We are over the moon that an idea to record conversations between Jamie and her friends has turned into all of this! Building a community, meeting new friends, sharing people's stories, published books, and more! None of this would have been possible without listeners like you, and we want to celebrate with you! Over the next few Fridays we'll be releasing shows from our very first year of production. So laugh along with us as you hear retro audio from a decade ago! Jamie's very first conversation was recorded with her friend since the 9th grade, Amy Gayhart. Though our production may have changed over the years, the topics we laugh about have pretty much stayed the same: getting it together for teacher appreciation week, girl weekends, and needing a break from social media! Make sure to check out the show links below to see the beautiful bracelets Amy’s daughter creates, with 100% of the proceeds going to Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding and Respite!Again, thanks for being part of this amazing journey with us! SHOW LINKS: -Connect with Jamie -Wild-Mabry’s Busy Beads-Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding and Respite 

As little kids we have dreams and ideas of what we think life will look like. Too often, as life goes on, we find ourselves in the middle of disappointment. Whether it's a different career path, a broken relationship, or the emptiness of infertility, life throws us curveballs and we can be drowning in unnamed disappointment without even realizing it. On today's show Guest Host Lisa Whittle and Angie Elkins discuss their childhood dreams and how their lives have taken unexpected paths. They delve into the different paths of disappointment, including disappointment in ourselves, disappointment of others, and even disappointment in God. Through the pain of admitting our disappointment, there is healing and redemption on the other side! God can, and will, make all things new in our lives! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!SHOW LINKS:-Connect with Lisa Whittle-Connect with Angie Elkins-Connect with Jamie -Jesus Over Everything

Happy April 1st! It’s April Fools Day and I don’t know what that means for some of you, but we’re not messing with you around here and we  have some exciting things to share about April!Our team here at the happy hour continues to be overwhelmed by your kind words and messages! We are so thankful that through the amazing community Jamie has built, we get the opportunity to continue to bring you conversations that matter. This month is filled with rich conversations covering topics about grief, processing emotions, navigating life when it’s different than you expect, and the importance of friendship and community! Guest hosts include podcasters Toni Collier from Still Coloring , Angie Elkins from Let It Shine, Lis a Whittle from Jesus Over Everything, and more!We hope you all had an amazing Easter! Easter is so much more than just a cultural holiday or a day to dress up in color coordinating outfits. Easter is the hope we have, the transformation we live in, and the very reason why we do what we do here at Ivey Media! We are overwhelmed by the resurrection and thankful for the power it still has in our lives today! SHOW LINKS:Still ColoringLet It ShineJesus Over Everything Connect with Jamie 

Happy Good Friday! As we enter this weekend reflecting on Easter and the miracle of the cross, we're thrilled to share one of our favorite episodes with you! Rebecca McLaughlin is an award winning author and today we dive into her book, Is Easter Unbelievable? Four Questions Everyone Should Ask About the Resurrection Story.  Let me ask you this, does your belief in Jesus being the Son of God, dying on the cross, and his resurrection change the way you live? Do these truths penetrate your heart to the point where your life looks radically different from those around you? In today’s episode Rebecca shares why and how they should. We discuss how Jesus’ love for us displayed through his death is even more stunning than his love for us shown through his life, how the Gospel gives us 4 pieces of evidence of his resurrection, and how our earthly relationships point us to our reunification with our Savior! Friends, this is an important conversation. Wherever you are in your life right now, our prayer is that Jesus is appealing to you and that the miracle of the cross resonates with you. Make sure to grab a copy of Rebecca’s book and share this episode with a friend. Thanks for listening! SHOW LINKS: Is Easter Unbelievable? Four Questions Everyone Should Ask About the Resurrection StoryNavigating Gospel Truth Bible StudyBorn Again This WayA Secular AgeBiblical Critical TheoryCONNECT WITH JAMIEEpisode 314 with Rachel Gilson

Hey friends! We have a special surprise for you this week! Jamie’s close friend and podcast host of Still Coloring, Toni Collier, stands in as guest host for The Happy Hour! Toni is energetic, fun, not afraid to go deep, and is ready to talk about grief and community and the impact it has had in her personal life. Together with Dr. Curt Thompson, the two discuss the complexities of grief, the importance of acknowledging the grief process, as well as the crucial role our community plays in seasons of grief. Toni and Dr. Curt explore the scriptures and discuss how Jesus modeled grief and what his time on earth teaches us about the significance of allowing oneself to fully experience and express emotions. Dr. Curt Thompson and Toni Collier are no strangers to The Happy Hour and we are so thankful for the two of them standing in this space and walking us through this important and timely topic. We hope this episode encourages you to become people of grief and that you can find beauty and goodness through the process. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:Still Coloring Connect with Toni CollierConnect with Dr. Curt ThompsonConnect with Jamie

Due to an unexpected crisis, Jamie will be delaying her book publicity and tour. She will also be taking a break from social media, public appearances, and recording podcasts until she has had time to process, discern, and recover. The best way you can show Jamie your love and support is to listen to these pre-recorded shows and share with a friend.March is Women's History Month and we wanted to celebrate this by sharing with you an amazing panel of women who are holistically FOR women! Stand for Life hosted this panel of women to talk about what it meant to truly be pro life and pro women. This panel is hosted by Bri Strensrud and includes Jamie Ivey, Embrace Grace founder Amy Ford, Professor Missy Branch, and Annie Humphrey with Save the Storks. This conversation discusses the economical challenges women face, how to gain proximity to those who are vulnerable, truly giving women free choice, and helping others find freedom from shame and regret through Christ. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with friend!SHOW LINKS:Stand For LifeWomen of WelcomeEmbrace GraceSave the Storks CONNECT WITH JAMIE

At just 16 years old Ronald Olivier made a decision that would change his life forever, but he wouldn’t let it define it. On today’s show Ronald shares his journey from growing up in poverty-stricken New Orleans to being sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole at the age of 16. He recounts his transformation in prison and how he became a missionary, spreading the gospel to other inmates. Despite facing challenges and unjust treatment, Ronald remains hopeful and finds purpose in his faith. He shares a powerful encounter with the victim's mother, ways he saw God move in other prisoners’ life, and the impact forgiveness had in changing his life forever. Today, Ronald Olivier is a loving husband and father. He has his Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Ministry and is an ordained minister. For several years Ronald served as the Director of Chaplaincy for the Mississippi State Penitentiary, and today serves as a Client Advocate for the Louisiana Parole Project where he helps formerly incarcerated individuals transition back into society.Ultimately, Ronald's story is one of redemption and the power of God's grace, and we know you’ll love hearing about his journey of freedom, forgiveness, and redemption during his time in Angola prison. Ronald's life is a testament to the power of forgiveness and the possibility of redemption.Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS: Connect with Ronald27 Summers Brandon's Episode on The Happy Hour Kent's Episode on The Happy Hour

Due to an unexpected crisis, Jamie will be delaying her book publicity and tour. She will also be taking a break from social media, public appearances, and recording podcasts until she has had time to process, discern, and recover. The best way you can show Jamie your love and support is to listen to these pre-recorded shows and share with a friend.Happy Friday friends! Earlier this year Jamie shared an incredible message at a women's conference at Community Bible Church in San Antonio, Texas, and last Friday we shared Part 1 with you. If you haven't had the chance to listen to it, check out our show notes below for a link to the episode. Today we're bringing you Part 2 of that message, where Jamie talks about how God wants all of you! We hope this message encourages you throughout your weekend! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!  SHOW LINKS:Part 1 - Roller Coaster of LifeConnect with Jamie

Once a little boy running and playing with his friends, to a sick child that could hardly walk, Michael found himself wondering if he would live to his adult years or be another child who died in Sudan too soon. With the lack of medical facilities and war on every corner, Michael’s family  made the brave decision to flee to Kenya in hopes of finding medical support. After a two year journey, Michael was finally diagnosed and treated, however, he would forever be wheelchair bound. How does one in a wheelchair survive in Sudan where you must be ready to run for your life at any moment? On today's show Michael Panther, founder of Living with Hope Ministries, shares his story of his parent's courage, doctor's wisdom, and a divine miracle from God.Michael Panther is the Founder of the ministry Living With Hope/Hope Mobility International. He is a paraplegic, a native of South Sudan, and advocates for people with disabilities around the world. Michael's biological parents and 5 siblings live in Africa, and his American family lives in Michigan. Michael is passionate about serving & advocating for people with disabilities and special needs. Check out Living with Hope Ministries, an incredible nonprofit bringing mobility to Africa! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:Living with Hope book Living with Hope MinistriesConnect with Jamie 

Due to an unexpected crisis, Jamie will be delaying her book publicity and tour. She will also be taking a break from social media, public appearances, and recording podcasts until she has had time to process, discern, and recover. The best way you can show Jamie your love and support is to listen to these pre-recorded shows and share with a friend.Happy Friday friends! We have a special treat for you today! Earlier this year Jamie shared an incredible message at a women's conference at Community Bible Church in San Antonio, Texas, and we are thrilled to bring that message to you! Life is filled with ups and downs - some we choose and some we don't! Throughout all of life's rollercoaster moments, God's truths keep us on steady ground: you are chosen, you are deeply loved, and you have a new identity in Christ! We hope this message encourages you throughout your weekend! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!   Connect With Jamie

Due to an unexpected crisis, Jamie will be delaying her book publicity and tour. She will also be taking a break from social media, public appearances, and recording podcasts until she has had time to process, discern, and recover. The best way you can show Jamie your love and support is to listen to these pre-recorded shows and share with a friend.Throughout life, change is inevitable. Sometimes it can be fun and adventurous, and other times it may feel unknown and scary! Whether you're someone that craves change or fears it, I'm convinced this episode is going to encourage you to live more surrendered and to trust God deeper! Today's guest is long time friend of The Happy Hour, Andi Andrew. Andi is the podcast host of Coffee With Andi and the author of She Is free, Fake or Follower, Friendship-It’s Complicated and Braving Change. Passionate about freedom, family, and creating safe spaces for the prophetic to move, Andi is a heartfelt preacher who loves to see the reality of the gospel worked out in our everyday lives. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, and planted at Seacoast Church, Andi’s life is currently focused on raising her kids, writing, and investing in local churches and lives around the world.Thanks so much for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:Christmas Chosen Special Gratitude by Brandon Lake ProseNewlySlow Horses ReacherThe Book of NamesTrustConnect with Jamie