Altered Stories Show
The Altered Stories Show podcast was started by Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch, CEO/ Founder of Altered Stories Ministry (www.alteredstories.org). This podcast exists to help women share their transformational redemptive God stories so women across the world can hear them. The evangelistic commission of the podcast aligns with scripture, Luke 8:39 (NIV) “Return home and tell how much God has done for you. So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for his life.”
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Kimisha’s “Defying All Odds” God Story
04/29/2024
Kimisha’s “Defying All Odds” God Story
In this Episode, I feature Kingdom Rockstar guest, Kimisha King from Barbados! Kimisha is an Author, Publisher, Podcaster, an international speaker, content creator, a certified master trainer, a certified international life purpose coach, a visionary strategist, and an entrepreneur. She is also the Founder and CEO of Queensmindset. In our authentic conversation, Kimisha shares her “Defying All Odds” God Story about the many challenges living daily in a dysfunctional family filled with brokenness from past sin and disappointments. She also shares her struggles of achieving her entrepreneurial goals and dreams due to her childhood wounds and how the Holy Spirit led her to overcome her past by speaking positive words about her future and standing on God’s promises. In closing, she shares inspiring, encouraging and ministering words to encourage those who are fearful to step into their purpose and are struggling with achieving their dreams due to their brokenness. This Episode includes a mental health tip from our ministry partner and licensed mental health counselor, Sherrie Pucket.
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Kimisha King Preview
04/26/2024
Kimisha King Preview
In this Episode, I feature Kingdom Rockstar guest, Kimisha King from Barbados! Kimisha is an Author, Publisher, Podcaster, an international speaker, content creator, a certified master trainer, a certified international life purpose coach, a visionary strategist, and an entrepreneur. She is also the Founder and CEO of Queensmindset. In our authentic conversation, Kimisha shares her “Defying All Odds” God Story about the many challenges living daily in a dysfunctional family filled with brokenness from past sin and disappointments. She also shares her struggles of... The full episode drops on April 29th!
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Marie’s “Growing Deeper with God” God Story
04/15/2024
Marie’s “Growing Deeper with God” God Story
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Marie Chapian. Marie is a super talented New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books. She is an international speaker, podcaster and has over 40 years of experience in professional counseling. She is also the Founder of The Christian Center for Counseling and Fitness. In our authentic conversation, Marie shares her journey of growing deeper with God in her life while encountering difficult circumstances. She also shares how God ministered to her through scripture meditation to be able to overcome anxiety from life’s circumstances. She shares how her work has taken her around the world as speaker, teacher, and pioneer in cognitive restructuring. In closing, she shares empowering words that she believes God loves to speak to his children. This Episode also includes a mental health tip from our ministry partner and licensed mental health counselor, Sherrie Pucket.
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Marie Chapian Preview
04/12/2024
Marie Chapian Preview
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Marie Chapian. Marie is a super talented New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books. She is an international speaker, podcaster and has over 40 years of experience in professional counseling. She is also the Founder of The Christian Center for Counseling and Fitness. In our authentic conversation, Marie shares her journey... Be sure to catch the full episdoe on April 15!
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Laurie’s “Restored for Resilience” God Story
04/01/2024
Laurie’s “Restored for Resilience” God Story
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Laurie Soileau Schlisner. She is a certified Life Coach, author, artist, and gardener with a singular mission: Cultivating thriving in people and nature by honoring their unique blueprint. She considers herself blessed to have had a solo art show and exhibited in several group shows, with a number of commissioned works in private collections around the southeast. Laurie’s faith and family are her top priorities. She and husband, Grant enjoy collaborative play outdoors and in woodcraft, Celtic music, and beekeeping. They live in Nashville, Tennessee and are moving to coastal Scotland. In our authentic conversation, Laurie shares her “Restored for Resilience” God story. As the black sheep artist --with undiagnosed ADHD--in a family of brilliant scientists, Laurie shares how she felt deeply insecure and misunderstood growing up. She shares how she had a crisis of faith and how after two marriages, more decades, two painful marriages and two wonderful daughters, God restored her to resilience, thriving, and living life to the fullest. In closing, she shares uplifting encouraging and ministering words to help those who are in a crisis of faith, due to life’s circumstances and who feel misunderstood to help them bloom, and thrive in their lives. This Episode also includes a mental health tip from ministry partner and licensed mental health counselor, Sherrie Pucket,
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Laurie Soileau Schlisner Perview
03/29/2024
Laurie Soileau Schlisner Perview
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Laurie Soileau Schlisner. She is a certified Life Coach, author, artist, and gardener with a singular mission: Cultivating thriving in people and nature by honoring their unique blueprint. She considers herself blessed to have had a solo art show and exhibited in several group shows, with a number of commissioned works in private collections around the southeast. Laurie’s faith and family are her top priorities. She and husband, Grant enjoy collaborative play outdoors and in woodcraft, Celtic music, and beekeeping. They live in Nashville, Tennessee and are moving to coastal Scotland. In our authentic conversation, Laurie shares her “Restored for Resilience” God story. As the black sheep artist --with undiagnosed ADHD--in a family of brilliant scientists, Laurie shares how she felt deeply insecure and misunderstood... Be sure to catch the full episode on April 1st!
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Julie’s “God Spoke” God Story
03/18/2024
Julie’s “God Spoke” God Story
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Julie Holder. Julie is a Sales Management professional, singer, writer and single mom, who has overcome many challenges in her life. In her powerful and transformational “God Spoke” God story, she shares authentically how she woke up deaf at the age of five and endured a series of medical conditions undergoing 24 surgeries. Despite her obstacles, she shares how she leaned on her faith in God and how he spoke to her and guided her as she discovered her writing and singing talents. She shares her unwavering belief in the transforming power of obedience in God's plan. In closing, Julie shares ministering words and scripture to help encourage others who are dealing with great adversity and struggles in their life. This Episode also includes a mental health tip by Sherrie Pucket, ministry partner and licensed mental health counselor. Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional
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Julie Holder Preview
03/15/2024
Julie Holder Preview
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Julie Holder. Julie is a Sales Management professional, singer, writer and single mom, who has overcome many challenges in her life. In her powerful and transformational “God Spoke” God story, she shares authentically how she woke up deaf at the age of five and... Be sure to cath the full episode on March 18!
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Vivian’s “Rising Up” God Story
03/04/2024
Vivian’s “Rising Up” God Story
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Vivian Cumins. Vivian is a writer, speaker, and podcast host who grew up in a small town in Oklahoma. She is a career professional, military spouse, stepmom to two adult children and a Glammy to five grands! In our authentic conversation she shares her “Rising Up” God story about her total surrender of self will and pride to God after discovering she could not control her anxiety , fears and the things that were happening in her family and her health. She also shares how she dealt with the spiritual warfare she encountered once she surrendered to encourage others who may be dealing with life circumstances beyond their control. In addition, she shares tips for seeking balance In life by taking time with God. This Episode also includes a Mental Health tip from Sherrie Pucket, ministry partner and KC licensed mental health counselor. Get your ASM 52 week devotional
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Vivian Cumins Preview
03/01/2024
Vivian Cumins Preview
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Vivian Cumins. Vivian is a writer, speaker, and podcast host who grew up in a small town in Oklahoma. She is a career professional, military spouse, stepmom to two adult children and a Glammy to five grands! In our authentic conversation she shares her “Rising Up” God story about her total surrender of self will and pride to God after discovering ... Be sure to catch the full epsiode on March 4!
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Sharon’s “God Goes Ahead of Me” God Story
02/19/2024
Sharon’s “God Goes Ahead of Me” God Story
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Sharon Smaga. Sharon is a Christian Life Coach and podcaster with over 20 years of experience in helping people develop more satisfactory relationships, face challenges, develop confidence and a sense of worth by overcoming obstacles and taking on healthy risks to reach their goals and dreams. She is a proud Mom of two adult sons, loves to travel, is passionate about small business, overcoming grief and a lover of dogs. In our authentic conversation, Sharon shares her “God Goes Ahead of Me” God story about how God helped her get out of her comfort zone to prepare for the future loss of her husband and widowhood. She shares how God helped her through immense grief after he passed away to help her son who experienced great loss and emotional pain from the loss, too. In closing, she shares encouraging words and scriptures to help those who are encountering intense grief and loneliness, and feel hopeless and alone. This Episode is sponsored by . Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional
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Sharon Smaga Preview
02/16/2024
Sharon Smaga Preview
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Sharon Smaga. Sharon is a Christian Life Coach and podcaster with over 20 years of experience in helping people develop more satisfactory relationships, face challenges, develop confidence and a sense of worth by overcoming obstacles and taking on healthy risks to reach their goals and dreams. She is a proud Mom of two adult sons, loves to travel, is passionate about small business, overcoming grief and a lover of dogs. In our authentic conversation, Sharon shares her “God Goes Ahead of Me” God story about how God helped her... Be sure to catch the full episode on February 19th! This Episode is sponsored by .
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Amy’s “Trusting God with Every Breath" God Story
02/05/2024
Amy’s “Trusting God with Every Breath" God Story
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Amy Mecham, who shares her “Trusting God with Every Breath” God Story. Amy is an author, wife and mother of four. She holds a doctorate in education and has been an educator for twenty years. She is outspoken and passionate about sharing her faith with others. In our authentic conversation, she shares about God’s complete faithfulness in her life as she encountered a major disappointment in her life that changed her life direction when her husband of twenty years told her he was gay. She also shares how after her marriage ended, God guided her to her calling and career in education and as an author. In closing, she shares ministering words of hope to others who may be struggling with life disappointments and stress due to their traumatizing circumstances. This Episode also includes a “Stress” mental health tip by licensed mental health counselor and ministry partner, Sherrie Pucket. Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional
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Amy Mecham Preview
02/02/2024
Amy Mecham Preview
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Amy Mecham, who shares her “Trusting God with Every Breath” God Story. Amy is an author, wife and mother of four. She holds a doctorate in education and has been an educator for twenty years. She is outspoken and passionate about sharing her faith with others. In our authentic conversation, she shares about God’s complete... Be sure to cath the full episode on February 5!
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Michele’s “Horror Story to Glory Story” God Story
01/22/2024
Michele’s “Horror Story to Glory Story” God Story
In this Episode, I feature Kingdom Rockstar, Michele Davenport. Michele lives in the KC area and is an Ordained Minister, inspirational speaker, evangelist, Bible teacher, author of several books, YouTube podcaster and has been a guest on both radio and television talk shows. She is a wife to Marty, Mom to two lovely adult daughters and is Nina and Nana to several beautiful grandchildren. In our authentic conversation. Michele shares her “Horror Story to Glory Story” God Story about her trauma filled abusive childhood where she endured sexual abuse, rape and assault, physical abuse and the devastating loss of her brother and many other setbacks and disappointments. She shares how she clung to God through all of it. In addition, she shares how after the death of her biological Dad, she accepted her calling to preach the Word of God and how God has orchestrated everything in her life and family to fulfill his plan. In closing, she shares ministering and powerful words from scripture to those who are struggling with the wounds of trauma due to abuse and unforgiveness of their abusers to help them break free to move forward in their lives to fulfill God’s plan. This Episode also includes a mental health tip from Sherrie Pucket, a licensed Christian professional counselor from the KC area. Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional at
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Michele Davenport Preview
01/19/2024
Michele Davenport Preview
In this Episode, I feature Kingdom Rockstar, Michele Davenport. Michele lives in the KC area and is an Ordained Minister, inspirational speaker, evangelist, Bible teacher, author of several books, YouTube podcaster and has been a guest on both radio and television talk shows. She is a wife to Marty, Mom to two lovely adult daughters and is Nina and Nana to several beautiful grandchildren. In our authentic conversation. Michele shares her “Horror Story to Glory Story” God Story about her trauma filled abusive childhood... Be Sure to catch the full episode on January 22nd!
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Katherine’s “From Self-Hate to Self-Love by Finding Your Worthiness in Christ” God Story
01/08/2024
Katherine’s “From Self-Hate to Self-Love by Finding Your Worthiness in Christ” God Story
In my first Season 3 guest interview “audio/video” Episode of 2024, I feature special guest, Katherine Norland. Katherine is a Christian Hollywood actress of 23 years from LA. She has been in over 100 productions and is a Dhar Mann actress. She has appeared on FOX, TBN, Roku, and Amazon Prime. She is also a author, speaker, wife and Mom of two boys, one who is special needs. In our authentic conversation, she shares her “From Self-Hate to Self-Love by Finding Your Worthiness in Christ” transformational God story of how God redeemed her from the chains of self-hate as she attempted to take her own life, and how God changed her perception of herself as she surrendered her life to HiM. In addition, she shares how God brought others to her to encourage her faith and calling. In closing, she shares an inspiring poem and ministering words of hope to those who are struggling with low self-esteem and self-worth. This Episode includes a new “Mental Health Tip”segment which I’ve added in Season 3. The segment is hosted by Sherrie Pucket, who is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Founder of Building BridgesMinistries. () Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional at https://alteredstories.org/devo/
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Katherine Norland Preview
01/08/2024
Katherine Norland Preview
In my first Season 3 guest interview “audio/video” Episode of 2024, I feature special guest, Katherine Norland. Katherine is a Christian Hollywood actress of 23 years from LA. She has been in over 100 productions and is a Dhar Mann actress. She has appeared on FOX, TBN, Roku, and Amazon Prime. She is also a author, speaker, wife and Mom of two boys, one who is special needs. In our authentic conversation, she shares her “From Self-Hate to Self-Love by Finding Your Worthiness in Christ” transformational God story of how God redeemed her from... Be sure to catch the full epsode on Monday January 8!
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“Happy New Year 2024”
01/01/2024
“Happy New Year 2024”
In my first solo Episode of 2024, I reflect on my 2023 God Story Episodes and Altered Stories Ministry wins. I also share exciting updates about the show and Altered Stories Ministry in 2024 as we prepare for growth. I also share details about the launch of my first Altered Stories Ministry Podcast 52-Week eDevotional including how to purchase.
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“The Hope of Christmas Around the World” Story
12/18/2023
“The Hope of Christmas Around the World” Story
Merry Christmas! In this hope-filled Christmas 2023 Episode, I feature Altered Stories Ministry Board Member guests, Sandy Williams, Melinda Kay Ronn, Pastor Polly Sanders Peterson, and Volunteer Blogger, Teresa Blaes. Sandy shares how Christmas is celebrated in India. Melinda shares how the United States celebrates Christmas. Pastor Polly shares Christmas traditions in South Africa. Teresa shares how Israel celebrates Christmas and I close in sharing the Christmas traditions of Germany. This Episode also features beautiful Christmas carol hymns performed by ministry partner, Melissa Holstrom, Founder of Freedom to Flourish KC.
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Jennifer’s “When Surrendering Means Challenging Your Comfort Zone” God Story
12/04/2023
Jennifer’s “When Surrendering Means Challenging Your Comfort Zone” God Story
In my last Season 2 guest interview of 2023, I feature special guest, Jennifer Lee. Jennifer is a armed robber and abduction survivor, podcast founder, author, empowerment speaker and healing coach. She is also the Founder of the “I need Blue podcast”. In our authentic conversation, Jennifer shares her transformational God story as a survivor of abduction, and other traumatic situations and how God told her to tell her story to help hee heal and help others heal. She also shares how she surrendered her will to God by embracing her calling to speak publicly and to start a podcast and how she dealt with her comfort zone challenges, In closing, Jennifer encourages others to also challenge their comfort zone by surrendering to their divine purpose.
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Jennifer Lee Preview
12/01/2023
Jennifer Lee Preview
In my last Season 2 guest interview of 2023, I feature special guest, Jennifer Lee. Jennifer is a armed robber and abduction survivor, podcast founder, author, empowerment speaker and healing coach. She is also the Founder of the “I need Blue podcast”. In our authentic conversation, Jennifer shares her transformational God story as a ... Be sure to catch the full episode on December 4!
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Megan’s “Learning to Unhurry My Heart” God Story
11/20/2023
Megan’s “Learning to Unhurry My Heart” God Story
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Megan Evans. Megan is an author, blogger, has a heart for discipleship and lives with her family in the middle of Tennessee, where she serves as the Women’s Ministry Director at her church. In our authentic conversation, she shares her transformational God story of how God opened her eyes to see how her busy lifestyle was unhealthy and was steering her away from her relationship with HIM. She also shares how God showed up and changed her heart, and started teaching and encouraging her as she began putting HIM first in her busy days. In closing, she shares encouraging and ministering words to women who are fighting exhaustion and distraction due to their busy lifestyles. She also talks about her new book: Permission to Walk: A 40 Day Journey to Unhurried Peace.
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Megan Evans Preview
11/17/2023
Megan Evans Preview
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Megan Evans. Megan is an author, blogger, has a heart for discipleship and lives with her family in the middle of Tennessee, where she serves as the Women’s Ministry Director at her church. In our authentic conversation, she shares her transformational God story of how God opened her eyes to see how her busy lifestyle was unhealthy and was steering her away from her relationship with HIM. She also shares how God showed up and ... Be sure to catch the full episode on November 20!
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Dianne’s “God as My Compass” God Story
11/06/2023
Dianne’s “God as My Compass” God Story
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Dianne Beck. She is an author and has spent most of her career teaching students from kindergarten through adult age and currently works as a high school youth director at her church. In our authentic conversation, she shares her “God as My Compass” transformational God story about how God guided and redirected her through many challenges that she encountered growing up as a child of divorce and how instrumental her Grandmother was in teaching her the love of God. In closing, she shares how God led her to writing her books that encourage students to have confidence to be who they are and follow their passions.
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Dianne Beck Preview
11/03/2023
Dianne Beck Preview
In this Episode, I interview special guest, Dianne Beck. She is an author and has spent most of her career teaching students from kindergarten through adult age and currently works as a high school youth director at her church. In our authentic conversation, she shares her “God as My Compass” transformational God story about how God guided and redirected her through ... Be sure to catch the full episode on November 6!
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April’s “Restarting Your Story” God Story
10/23/2023
April’s “Restarting Your Story” God Story
In this Episode, I interview special guest, April Nowlin. April is a Christian Certified Life Coach whose specialty is Divorce Recovery and healthy dating. She is a published author, inspiring speaker, podcast host and worship leader who combines relatable storytelling, humor and authenticity for others who want to crush barriers to their success. In our authentic conversation April shares her “Restarting Your Story” transformational God story about her journey of recovery from 3 divorces. She also shares how God opened her eyes to how she perceived what love was and how he helped her weather the storms of transition to fully heal and thrive. In closing, she shares ministering and uplifting words of encouragement to help those who are struggling with the past wounds of divorce trauma and abuse.
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April Nowlin Preview
10/21/2023
April Nowlin Preview
In this Episode, I interview special guest, April Nowlin. April is a Christian Certified Life Coach whose specialty is Divorce Recovery and healthy dating. She is a published author, inspiring speaker, podcast host and worship leader who combines relatable storytelling, humor and authenticity for others who want to crush barriers to their success. In our authentic conversation April shares her “Restarting Your Story” transformational God story about her journey of recovery from 3 divorces. She also shares how God opened her eyes to ... Be sure to catch the full episode on October 23rd!
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Morey’s “Loved” God Story
10/09/2023
Morey’s “Loved” God Story
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Morey Ostlund. Morey is a wife, mother, entrepreneur, health and business coach, and author. She holds a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters in theology. In our authentic conversation, she shares her “Loved” transformational God story and how as a survivor of childhood abuse and abandonment, she finally encountered freedom in Jesus in her 40s as she surrendered her life to him. In closing, Morey shares ministering and healing words to those who may be dealing with the trauma of abandonment and abuse and are seeking healing and freedom, too!
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Morey Ostlund Preview
10/06/2023
Morey Ostlund Preview
In this Episode, I feature special guest, Morey Ostlund. Morey is a wife, mother, entrepreneur, health and business coach, and author. She holds a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters in theology. In our authentic conversation, she shares her... Be sure to catch the full episode on October 9!
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