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In this inspiring episode of The Redeem Podcast, host Lauren Burns sits down with Shannon Stewart, the unforgettable runner-up from the very first season of America’s Next Top Model. Once known for her bold stand for modesty in the modeling industry, Shannon now shares a much deeper story — one of faith, failure, forgiveness, and freedom in Christ.

Shannon opens up about the pressure of perfection, the pain of an emotional affair and divorce, and the identity crisis that followed years of performance-based faith. With raw honesty, she reveals how God’s grace met her in the middle of her shame, and how His love rewrote her story.

Listeners will be encouraged by Shannon’s journey from public platform to personal restoration, learning what it means to:

• Trade shame for grace and healing
• Overcome anxiety and people-pleasing through God’s truth
• Find community that restores instead of condemns
• Live from identity in Christ, not performance or perfection

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever wrestled with guilt, broken relationships, or the fear of not being enough.

🎧 Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and request for listener support
00:30 – Guest reveal: Shannon Stewart
01:13 – Behind the scenes of America’s Next Top Model
03:33 – Staying grounded in faith amid fame
06:38 – Convictions in the modeling industry
11:49 – Marriage, struggle, and heartbreak
16:34 – Battling anxiety and fear of judgment
18:01 – The emotional affair and turning point
21:00 – Facing public shame and God’s grace
23:38 – How the church responded
25:08 – Redemption and restoration
30:42 – Learning to live loved
32:52 – God’s unfailing love and second chances
34:18 – Shannon’s dreams for the future
36:45 – Final encouragement and prayer

Shannon’s story reminds us that no platform, failure, or past mistake can disqualify us from God’s love. Whether you’ve struggled with identity, shame, or the pressure to appear perfect — this conversation will speak life and hope into your journey.

📖 Scripture Inspiration: Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

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The purpose of the Redeemed Podcast is to share the love of Jesus. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on behalf of guest do not necessarily represent the thoughts of the host. This podcast does not constitute services or medical advise. Pease pray and thoroughly research options for medical needs. Listeners and viewers consume this content on a voluntary basis and assume all responsibility for resulting consequence and impact.