Episodes

  • Heather Land: Rediscovering Your Purpose

    Heather Land: Rediscovering Your Purpose
    Jan 28 2026
    In this deeply honest and unexpectedly tender conversation, Theresa Bruno sits down with Heather Land to talk about what happens when the roles that once defined us begin to fall away.

    Heather opens up about navigating perimenopause, creativity droughts, shifting identity, and the quiet grief that can come when life doesn’t look the way you thought it would by midlife. With her signature humor and raw vulnerability, she shares how comedy emerged from pain, how laughter became a lifeline, and why making people feel normal has become her true calling.

    The conversation also moves into deeply personal territory as Heather reflects on motherhood, her daughter Ava’s journey toward healing, the generational impact of shame, and the freedom that comes when we stop hiding our mess. Together, Theresa and Heather explore how shame isolates us, how honesty restores intimacy, and how surrendering control can open the door to unexpected purpose.

    This episode is for anyone who feels tired, stuck, uncreative, or unsure of who they are becoming — and needs the reminder that nothing about where you are right now disqualifies you from the life you’re meant to live.

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    Connect with our guest:
    Visit Heather's Website: https://www.heatherlandofficial.com/
    Find Heather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iaintdoinit/
    Follow Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherland_iaintdoinit
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    22 mins
  • Finding Your Voice When Life Falls Apart

    Finding Your Voice When Life Falls Apart
    Jan 21 2026
    In this deeply honest and unexpectedly funny conversation, Theresa sits down with Heather Land to talk about what happens when your life falls apart—and your voice finally shows up.

    Heather shares the story behind her viral rise to fame, from being a worship leader and single mom navigating divorce and grief, to waking up one morning with millions of people listening. But this conversation goes far beyond comedy. Together, they explore how humor can be born from pain, why boundaries are not the opposite of forgiveness, and what it’s like to grow up as the “good kid” in a home shaped by addiction.

    Heather opens up about her relationship with her parents, the long road to healing, and the courage it took to step away in order to survive—and how that decision ultimately led to redemption for her entire family. This episode is about faith that evolves, laughter that heals, and the freedom that comes from finally saying the thing out loud.

    If you’ve ever felt torn between compassion and self-preservation, or wondered whether you’re allowed to protect your own heart, this conversation is for you.

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    Get your copy of "He's Not Coming Back": https://bit.ly/40qGX6Y

    Connect with our guest:
    Visit Heather's Website: https://www.heatherlandofficial.com/
    Find Heather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iaintdoinit/
    Follow Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherland_iaintdoinit
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    20 mins
  • Who Am I Now? Faith After Loss & Transformation

    Who Am I Now? Faith After Loss & Transformation
    Jan 14 2026
    In this poignant and uplifting episode of Soul Talks with Theresa Bruno, Theresa sits down with the legendary author and speaker Patsy Clairmont for a deeply personal conversation about the intersection of suffering, faith, and the unexpected medicine of humor.
    Patsy opens up about her remarkable journey, from her early days struggling with agoraphobia and anxiety to the "mind-blowing" experience of speaking to arenas of 25,000 women during her 20-year tenure with Women of Faith. She shares candid reflections on the early, lean years of ministry and the "joy of responsibility" that comes with being a storyteller for God.The conversation turns to a tender place as Patsy discusses her current "grief journey" following the loss of Les, her husband of 60 years. With her trademark vulnerability and wit, she shares:
    • The "Rocket" Romance: How she met her husband in a Michigan ghost town after stepping out into the street to stop his car.
    • The Weight of Grief: The profound challenge of rediscovering her identity as a widow and the small, sweet moments she misses most.
    • The Strategy of Thought: Her practice of "casting down" fearful imaginations and replacing them with things that are good, true, and pure.
    • Laughter as Medicine: Why humor is a vital tool for healing, helping to "let off just enough grief" to allow the soul to catch its breath.
    Join us for an episode that proves God meets us with the same grace in both our highest victories and our deepest valleys.
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    37 mins
  • Hope Begins with One Step: A Conversation with Patsy Clairmont

    Hope Begins with One Step: A Conversation with Patsy Clairmont
    Jan 7 2026
    In this deeply moving episode of The Soul Talks, Theresa sits down with Patsy Clairmont, beloved author and speaker known for her wit, wisdom, and unmistakable joy — and hears the story that many people don’t know.

    Long before the stages, the books, and the laughter, Patsy was a young wife and mother trapped by overwhelming anxiety and agoraphobia, unable to leave her bedroom and without language for what she was experiencing. In an era when anxiety wasn’t openly discussed, she felt isolated, ashamed, and unsure if freedom was even possible.

    Patsy shares how healing didn’t begin with a dramatic breakthrough, but with one small act of obedience — “make your bed” — and how that single step became the beginning of a path toward faith, responsibility, and hope. She reflects on the people who walked alongside her, the power of Scripture spoken out loud, and how God used her brokenness to eventually bring healing to others.

    This conversation is for anyone who feels trapped, overwhelmed, or discouraged — and for those who wonder if their story could ever be redeemed. Patsy’s journey is a reminder that freedom often begins quietly, one step at a time.

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    Visit Patsy's Website: https://www.patsyclairmont.com/
    Follow Patsy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/497yL0J
    Find Patsy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PatsyClairmont
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    33 mins
  • Writing the Story Forward: Reflections from Florence

    Writing the Story Forward: Reflections from Florence
    Dec 31 2025

    In this Small Talk episode, Theresa reflects from Florence on why this ancient, broken, and breathtaking city continues to call her back, especially during the holidays.

    After loss, grief, and profound change, we don't reset or start over. We carry what we've lived through with us. And yet, like the centuries-old buildings of Florence: scarred, cracked, and still standing, we continue to become something new.

    This short, reflective episode explores grief, resilience, motherhood, and the quiet permission to let brokenness coexist with beauty. It's about writing the story forward. Honoring what was, while making room for what comes next.

    A gentle companion for anyone navigating the holidays, loss, or the courage it takes to keep going.

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    11 mins
  • Finding Hope When the Holidays Hurt: Resilience, Grief, and the Power of Story

    Finding Hope When the Holidays Hurt: Resilience, Grief, and the Power of Story
    Dec 25 2025
    The holidays can amplify everything — joy, grief, loneliness, and longing.
    In this heartfelt Christmas Eve conversation, Theresa is joined by her close friend Cindy Halstead and Cindy’s son, Pierce, to talk about resilience, connection, and the stories that help us keep going when life feels heavy.

    What begins as a shared love for the Detroit Lions becomes a deeper reflection on leadership, perseverance, belief, and why stories matter — on the field and in our own lives. Together, they explore grief during the holidays, the power of presence over perfection, and how finding even one small thing to be grateful for can shift our spirit.

    Whether you’re surrounded by people or spending the holidays alone, this episode is a reminder that hope is built through connection, courage, and the stories we choose to believe.

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    Get your copy of "He's Not Coming Back": https://bit.ly/40qGX6Y

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    22 mins
  • Why Stories Matter: The Detroit Lions, Resilience, and Hope

    Why Stories Matter: The Detroit Lions, Resilience, and Hope
    Dec 19 2025
    What starts as a conversation about the Detroit Lions quickly becomes something much deeper.

    In this episode, Theresa sits down with Cindy to explore how story—not just sport—creates connection, resilience, and hope. Through the lens of the Lions’ journey, they talk about perseverance after loss, leadership without victim mentality, and how belief can carry us through hard seasons—on the field and in life.

    Cindy shares why she believes football is really about people: the families behind the players, the cities that rally together, and the power of choosing faith and commitment even when outcomes aren’t guaranteed. Theresa reflects on finding unexpected connection with her adult son through the Lions, and how shared stories can become safe ground for healing after grief.

    This is a conversation about overcoming, showing up in pain, and why—especially during the holidays—we need hopeful stories more than ever.

    You don’t have to love football to love this episode.
    You just have to be human.

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    Connect with us:
    Visit Theresa's Website: www.theresabruno.net
    Follow Theresa on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok: @Theresa.Harper.Bruno
    Get your copy of "He's Not Coming Back": https://bit.ly/40qGX6Y

    Find SECURE Coaching: www.securecoaching.com
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    23 mins
  • The Healing Power of a Sacred Pause

    The Healing Power of a Sacred Pause
    Dec 10 2025
    A grounded morning reflection from Theresa about why the holidays amplify our grief, how trauma becomes a false narrator in our minds, and why giving yourself permission to take a sacred pause can be an essential step toward healing.
    If you’re hurting this season, you’re not alone.
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    5 mins