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Episode #44: Have I Really Forgiven? How to Know When Forgiveness Is Real

On Episode 44 of Y’all… Listen Here, Barbie Bassett and Therese Apel tackle a question many people wrestle with but rarely talk about honestly: How do I know if I’ve truly forgiven someone?
We often say the words “I forgive you,” but the emotional weight of hurt, betrayal, or disappointment can linger long after those words are spoken. So what does real forgiveness actually look like? And how can we tell the difference between simply saying we’ve forgiven someone and truly releasing the hurt?
Joining the conversation is Gary Maze, Director of Church Relations at French Camp Academy. Together, Barbie, Therese, and Gary explore the heart of forgiveness, what faith teaches about letting go, and why forgiveness is often more of a process than a single moment. They discuss the tension between remembering what happened and choosing to move forward, as well as the freedom that can come when forgiveness becomes genuine.
This episode offers thoughtful insight for anyone navigating difficult relationships, personal healing, or the challenge of extending grace when it feels nearly impossible.
This episode is graciously made possible by Integrity Restorations Tub and Shower Refinishing, proudly serving the Jackson metro area for 23 years. Call / text 601-672-6591 or visit www.TUBGUY.org for your free virtual estimate!
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.
#YallListenHerePodcast #BarbieBassett #ThereseApel #GaryMaze #Forgiveness #FaithAndHealing #ChristianLiving #LettingGo #GraceAndTruth #MississippiVoices

Episode #43: When Imperfect People Fill Imperfect Churches

On Episode 43 of Y’all… Listen Here, Barbie Bassett and Therese Apel dive into a conversation that hits close to home for many people who have ever been part of a church community. Churches are made up of people, and people are imperfect. So what happens when those imperfections show up inside an organization that is supposed to reflect grace, faith, and unity?
Today’s guest, Gary Maze, Director of Church Relations at French Camp Academy, joins the conversation to unpack the realities of human behavior inside church life. Together, they explore why conflict, misunderstanding, and broken expectations often surface in faith communities, how those dynamics impact the health of a church organization, and what it really means to pursue grace in the middle of imperfect situations.
This honest and thoughtful discussion looks at the tension between the ideals of the church and the realities of human nature. Whether you have spent decades in church leadership, attend every Sunday, or have stepped away because of hurt, this episode offers insight, perspective, and a reminder that faith communities are ultimately made up of people still learning how to love, forgive, and grow.
This episode is graciously made possible by Integrity Restorations Tub and Shower Refinishing, proudly serving the Jackson metro area for 23 years. Call / text 601-672-6591 or visit www.TUBGUY.org for your free virtual estimate!
#YallListenHerePodcast #BarbieBassett #ThereseApel #GaryMaze #FaithAndCommunity #ChurchLeadership #ChurchCulture #FaithConversations #MississippiVoices #IntegrityRestorations
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #42: You’re Not Behind, You’re Becoming, Trusting God in Every Season.

Ever feel like everyone else is ahead of you?
 
Like you missed your moment, took a wrong turn, or somehow ended up in the “waiting room” of life while everyone else is moving forward?
 
In this episode of Y’all… Listen Here, Barbie Bassett, Therese Apel, and Traci Lee have an honest, heart level conversation about the truth we often forget, every phase of life carries an assignment.
 
The mountaintops.
 
The messy middle.
 
The quiet seasons that feel unseen.
 
All of it matters.
 
Together, they unpack what it means to trust God when you feel behind, overlooked, or forgotten, and wrestle with the question so many of us ask but rarely say out loud, does God’s faithfulness depend on the season we’re in?
 
You’ll hear stories, laughter, perspective shifts, and the gentle reminder that maybe you’re not behind at all. Maybe God is doing deeper work than you can see.
 
If you’re in a season of waiting, rebuilding, starting over, or simply wondering what’s next, this conversation will feel like three friends sitting across the table saying, “Y’all… you’re going to be okay.”
 
Because God hasn’t forgotten you. Not for a second. 
 
#YallListenHere #FaithPodcast #TrustGod #SeasonsOfLife #ChristianWomen #Encouragement #FaithJourney #NotBehind #GodsTiming #HopeAndHealing #RealTalkFaith #MississippiVoices #PodcastLife
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions. 

Episode #41 - When Friendships Change: Letting Go, Letting God, and Moving Forward with Grace

Friendships shape our lives in powerful ways. They’re the people we pray with, laugh with, and build dreams beside. But what happens when those relationships change or quietly fade away?
Today on Y’all… Listen Here, Barbie Bassett, Therese Apel, and Traci Lee have an honest and heartfelt conversation about the ache of shifting friendships. How do we handle the disappointment without becoming bitter? How do we grieve what was while still trusting that God is sovereign, intentional, and kind? And how do we move forward with grace when someone we love is no longer walking the same path?
This episode is raw, encouraging, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever had to let go while still holding on to faith.
We’re also incredibly grateful to Integrity Restorations for sponsoring today’s episode. We couldn’t share this message without the support of local businesses and organizations, so thank you, Integrity Restorations. For affordable bathtub, shower, and countertop refinishing, call or text Daniel Anderson at 601-672-6591 or visit www.TUBGUY.org for more information.
 
#YallListenHere #FaithAndFriendship #LifeTransitions #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #MississippiVoices #HealingAndGrowth #LetGoLetGod #LocalBusinessSupport #IntegrityRestorations
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #40, One Word to Shape the Year

In this inspiring Episode 40 of Y’all Listen Here, Barbie Bassett, Traci Lee, and Therese Apel dive into a simple idea that can change everything in the year ahead. Every new year brings fresh pages. Not a resolution, not a checklist, but one word to anchor your focus, guide your decisions, and shape how you move through 2026.
The ladies share their personal words for the year, what those words mean, and how choosing one intentional theme can help you walk with purpose through work, family, faith, and life.
If you are tired of resolutions that fade by February or goals that feel overwhelming, this episode offers a refreshing way to begin again.
This episode is proudly sponsored by Audio Alchemy Productions, Mississippi’s full service podcast production team, helping voices be heard through studio recording, editing, livestreaming, and distribution support.
 
#YallListenHere #OneWord2026 #PodcastLife #FaithAndFamily #BarbieBassett #TraciLee #ThereseApel #FreshStart #IntentionalLiving #MississippiPodcasts #AudioAlchemyProductions

Episode #39: When People Walk Out or Catch You Off Guard

In episode number 39 of the Y’all… Listen Here Podcast, Barbie Bassett, Therese Apel, and Traci Lee open up about one of life’s toughest lessons: how to handle it when people walk out of your life or say things that cut deep. The ladies get honest about grace, boundaries, and keeping your peace when others let you down. It is a real, heartfelt conversation about self-worth, forgiveness, and moving forward with strength.
 
#YallListenHere #BarbieBassett #ThereseApel #TraciLee #FaithAndFriendship #GraceAndGrowth #MovingForward #HeartToHeart #LifeLessons #Resilience
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #38 - Into the Ice, Into the Fire: Barbie Bassett and Squirrel Face the Elements at Center Space

In this episode, Barbie Bassett from the Y’all… Listen Here podcast and Squirrel from Squirrel World TV step far outside the comfort zone and into a powerful contrast therapy session at Center Space in Jackson, Mississippi. Guided by Zed Thompson, the owner of Center Space at 1525 Lelia Dr, they move through cold plunge and sauna cycles that test the mind, body, and spirit.
 
This is not just about the physical shock of icy water or the intensity of dry heat. Both Barbie and Squirrel talk about the emotional and psychological walls that come up when the body is screaming to quit. They share what it felt like to push through shaking, burning lungs, and the instinct to run, and how breathing, trust, and presence carried them through the discomfort into something deeper.
 
Zed does more than guide the process. He creates a space where people feel supported in the hardest moments, where the struggle turns into clarity and the discomfort turns into release. Barbie and Squirrel discuss how this session opened up conversations on stress, grief, identity, and the strength we do not know we have until we meet it.
 
If you want to experience this for yourself, Center Space hosts a free cold plunge and sauna community session every Sunday at 3 pm. You do not need experience, just a willingness to show up and breathe.
 
Center Space
1525 Lelia Dr
Jackson, MS 39216
 
This episode was filmed by James Wells with Midtown Media along with Daniel Anderson of Audio Alchemy Productions. The edit was completed by Ari Atarji with Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #37: When Hearts Seem Closed: Reaching the Unreceptive with Grace.

In this episode of Y’all Listen Here, hosts Barbie Bassett and Therese Apel welcome Rev. Barbara Taylor of the First Global United Methodist Church of Richland for a conversation on one of the toughest challenges in ministry: reaching people who don’t want to hear the gospel.
How do you break through to hearts that seem closed? Rev. Taylor shares practical wisdom and spiritual insight on meeting people where they are, showing Christ through actions as much as words, and trusting God’s timing even when the soil looks rocky. It’s an honest, hope-filled discussion about persistence, compassion, and the power of grace.
#YallListenHere #Episode37 #ReachingTheUnreceptive #GraceInAction #FaithInAction #MeetPeopleWhereTheyAre #TrustGodsTiming #PlantingSeeds #GospelOutreach #CompassionAndPersistence #BarbaraTaylor #UnitedMethodist #MississippiMinistry #ChristianPodcast
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #36: Called to Carry It: Faith, Courage, and the Weight of Leadership

On this episode of Y’all Listen Here, hosts Barbie Bassett and Therese Apel sit down with Rev. Barbara Taylor of First (Global) United Methodist Church of Richland, to talk about what it really means to lead when God places you in a position of influence.
When you’re chosen to carry a platform of leadership or accountability, the easy path isn’t an option. Rev. Taylor shares heartfelt wisdom on why standing firm in faith—especially when it’s uncomfortable or costly—is part of the calling. Together, the three women explore how God equips leaders not just to take the stage, but to carry the weight of responsibility with courage, conviction, and grace.
 
#YallListenHere #Episode36 #CalledToLead #FaithAndLeadership #CourageInLeadership #LeadershipWithGrace #ChurchLeadership #WomenInMinistry #StandFirmInFaith #LeadershipAccountability #ChristianPodcast #MississippiMinistry
 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #35: When Friendships Fade.

In Episode #35 of "Y'all... Listen Here," hosts Barbie Bassett, Therese Apel, and Traci Lee tackle a heartfelt and relatable topic: the loss of friendships and the pain of realizing that some people you thought would always have your back don’t. Join us as we share personal stories, discuss the complexities of trust, and explore how to cope when bonds break. Whether you've experienced the heartache of a fading friendship or the shock of betrayal, this episode offers insights and support for navigating these challenging emotions. Tune in for an open conversation that resonates with anyone who has faced the bittersweet reality of lost connections. Don’t miss it! 
#FriendshipLoss #Betrayal #NavigatingFriendships #TrustIssues #PersonalStories #EmotionalSupport #SouthernPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #HeartfeltConversations #YallListenHere #LifeLessons #FriendshipStruggles #SupportEachOther #HealingTogether #SouthernStories 
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.