HeyJaredThe Grief and Belief Podcast
Grief and Belief shares heartfelt stories of those who have faced loss and found healing through faith in Jesus Christ.
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Brent L. Top: Your Questions Answered, Episode 1 (opens the original)
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David Mickelson and Kori Andrews welcome former BYU religious education professor Brent L. Top for a highly anticipated Q&A episode answering listener-submitted questions about death and the spirit world. Drawing from his forty years of research and his devotional books, Brother Top addresses how near-death experiences and our understanding of the afterlife correspond with the restored gospel. While acknowledging he has not personally experienced deep, sudden loss, he offers profound scriptural
Laura Smith: Partnering Across the Veil (opens the original)
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David Mickelson and Kori Andrews welcome Laura Smith of Prescott, Arizona, to share the vibrant life and legacy of her son, Owen. At just 16 years old, Owen was a beautiful mix of rowdy and reverent—deeply devoted to Jesus Christ while maintaining an unforgettable passion for harmless mischief, from creative pranks to riding street motorcycles with his dad. Tragically, Owen lost his life in a motorcycle accident just a mile from home. Laura candidly describes the agonizing experience of arriving
Tara Hall: Be Still My Soul (opens the original)
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David Mickelson and Kori Andrews welcome Tara Hall to share the inspiring life and legacy of her youngest daughter, Jordan (JoJo). Born unexpectedly after Tara felt prompted to surrender her own plans to God’s will, JoJo was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition called cat eye syndrome. Despite facing intensive medical challenges—including jaw surgeries, a feeding tube, a tracheostomy, and specialized hearing devices—JoJo brought a sweet, quiet presence into her family's home. At just seven mo
Clare Thomas: I'll Make You Proud, Mom (opens the original)
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David Mickelson and Kori Andrews welcome Clare Thomas, host of the Convert Devotionals podcast and mother of six children—including two adopted from foster care. As the youngest of 15 in a close-knit family, Clare reflects on her parents' unique love and the profound impact of her mother's sudden passing from a heart attack and stroke. Her mother's death occurred just one week after the birth of Clare’s daughter, Lucy, sending Clare into a dark period where she battled severe panic attacks and r
Crystal Bowman: A True Relationship with God and Ministering Angels (opens the original)
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David Mickelson and Kori Andrews welcome family therapist Crystal Bowman to honor the vibrant legacy of her oldest daughter, Jena. An exceptionally bright and fierce 24-year-old, Jena had recently discovered a deep love for national parks, finding that spending time in nature brought her closer to God’s love. Tragically, while driving home from BYU, Jena’s car struck black ice in Spanish Fork Canyon, resulting in a fatal accident that thrust her family into immediate shock. Crystal discusses her
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