Podcast
Inspire. Create. Shine.
Hosted by Melanie Dee · EN
An exploration of life, love, literature and the arts from the Christian perspective.
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POETRY VS. REALITY: Does Poetry Really Matter?
3w ago00:30:21Tap to summarizeDoes poetry really matter...or is it just beautiful words with no real-world value? Listen in as Melanie explores poetic verse from Langston Hughes to Emily Dickinson to Robert Frost to Lauryn Hill, from Psalms to protest chants, and how powerful words have inspired movements, carried faith and hope for generations... and still show up in unexpected places today.For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.Original recorded on 4/26/26, Audio podcast airing on 4/29/26.
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7 MYTHS ABOUT THE PROVERBS 31 WOMAN (Women's History Month Edition)
Mar 3100:26:51Tap to summarizeFor many women, the Proverbs 31 woman feels like a standard they can never quite reach.In this episode, Melanie unpacks 7 common myths that may have clouded your perception of the virtuous woman, and how you see yourself. This episode will leave you feeling encouraged, grounded, and empowered to grow into the woman God created you to be.Share this with a woman who needs the reminder...she has more in her than she knows.For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.Originally recorded on 3/24/26, Audio podcast airing on 3/31/26
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LOVE HAS ALWAYS BEEN OUR POWER: Black History 365
Feb 2700:28:42Tap to summarizeAfter a year away, Melanie returns with a heartfelt message for the 100th anniversary of Black History Month and beyond.Drawing from Scripture, history, cultural voices, and lived experience, Melanie reflects on: generational love that carried us forward, community care that kept us alive, faith that anchored us through uncertainty, self-love as an act of resistance, and why love is still our greatest power today.
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GIVE LOVE: The Tangible Intangible Gift (Christmas Edition)
Dec 25, 202400:25:40Tap to summarizeThat one gift that stands above the rest... you can't hold it in your hands, but you can hold it in your heart. You can't carry it, but it can carry you... Listen in as Melanie discusses a little on the subject of giving, and why there's no greater gift than love. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. (Originally recorded on 12/14/24, airing on 12/24/24)
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GOD'S REMINDERS: His Love Always Shines Through
Nov 26, 202400:23:05Tap to summarizeAmidst the noise and distractions of life, God always has a way of getting through. Listen in as Melanie discusses a little on the subject of God's reminders - and how His love will find you every single time. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. (Originally recorded on 11/14/24, airing on 11/26/24)
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EVERY HERO HAS A CHOICE: Reviewing "Spiderman 3"
Oct 19, 202400:46:46Tap to summarizeThere's a hero inside of all of us, and every hero has a choice -- to choose the good and be the light or choose to walk in darkness. Listen in as Melanie gives her take on Spiderman 3 (starring Tobey Maguire & Kirsten Dunst), expounding on some of the hard things we face in love and encouraging us to continue to be a light. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. (Originally recorded on 10/4/24, airing on 10/19/24)
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FRUIT THAT REMAINS
Sep 14, 202400:34:36Tap to summarizeIn any arena we're in, people will know we are disciples of Christ by our love, the #1 fruit of the Spirit. And our connection to that Vine produces fruit that remains, fruit that also draws others to God. Listen in as Melanie reminds us to check our fruit, and encourages us to continue to be a light in these last and evil days. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. (Originally recorded on 9/1/24, airing on 9/13/24)
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CLIMATE OF COMPETITION & COVETING
Aug 4, 202400:51:35Tap to summarizeIn a climate of competition and coveting, when seeking for more becomes more about you and less about God, your purpose or others, beware. What part does coveting and competition play in your world? How can love balance everything out? Listen in as Melanie highlights the impact and effects of coveting and competition on the road to destiny. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.
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KEEP IT SIMPLE: JUST LOVE
Jul 1, 202400:31:27Tap to summarizeWhat can you do to make a difference and best represent God? Keep it simple: Just love... A life that reflects love is a life that reflects God. Listen in as Melanie delves into Matthew 25:35-40 and highlights this powerful truth. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.
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LOVE MAKES A DIFFERENCE: Words, Deeds and Feelings
Jun 1, 202400:29:54Tap to summarizeDrawing from the words of Maya Angelou and her own book, Love Check, Melanie challenges us to go beyond the bare minimum as we love in word and deed and create memories of kindness and love that others can truly feel. For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com. Originally recorded on 5/25/24, Audio podcast airing on 6/1/24.
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