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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Let it be Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/let-it-be-podcast--6684995</link><description><![CDATA[Let It Be Podcast is a raw, honest exploration of everything from faith and family to forgiveness and second chances. Sometimes they disagree. Sometimes they laugh until they cry. But they always keep it real. <br /><br />They also welcome guests with powerful stories and lived experiences—voices that challenge, uplift, and open hearts. <br /><br />Because at its core, Let It Be isn’t just about two people rebuilding a relationship. It’s about creating space for truth, connection, and the quiet strength of letting go. <br /><br />That strength is something Ruthe knows intimately. She’s a mother who continues to walk through the unimaginable loss of two of her children—grieving, healing, and still choosing to show up with faith and hope. Her journey brings a depth and compassion to each conversation that can only come from lived experience. <br /><br />Tim’s path has been different—but no less intentional. He made the personal decision not to have children, a choice shaped gently over time by life experience and reflection. His perspective brings honesty, curiosity, and occasional differences in viewpoint—but always with deep respect. <br />Together, Ruthe and Tim represent two very different experiences of family, loss, and meaning—and that’s exactly what makes Let It Be so real. <br /><br />In many ways, this podcast is sibling therapy—wrapped in humor, honesty, and a whole lot of heart. <br />After months of preparation, reflection, and real work, Ruthe and Tim are ready. This podcast is their second chance—and an open invitation for you to be part of the conversation. <br /><br />]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6684995/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Self-Improvement</category><copyright>Let It Be Media 2025</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8932cfd1e51ed7c89b71470c3c8d48a.jpg</url><title>Let it be Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/let-it-be-podcast--6684995</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:37:50 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Let It Be Media</itunes:name><itunes:email>letitbe.ruthe@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8932cfd1e51ed7c89b71470c3c8d48a.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Let It Be Podcast is a raw, honest exploration of everything from faith and family to forgiveness and second chances. Sometimes they disagree. Sometimes they laugh until they cry. But they always keep it real. 

They also welcome guests with powerful...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let It Be Podcast is a raw, honest exploration of everything from faith and family to forgiveness and second chances. Sometimes they disagree. Sometimes they laugh until they cry. But they always keep it real. <br /><br />They also welcome guests with powerful stories and lived experiences—voices that challenge, uplift, and open hearts. <br /><br />Because at its core, Let It Be isn’t just about two people rebuilding a relationship. It’s about creating space for truth, connection, and the quiet strength of letting go. <br /><br />That strength is something Ruthe knows intimately. She’s a mother who continues to walk through the unimaginable loss of two of her children—grieving, healing, and still choosing to show up with faith and hope. Her journey brings a depth and compassion to each conversation that can only come from lived experience. <br /><br />Tim’s path has been different—but no less intentional. He made the personal decision not to have children, a choice shaped gently over time by life experience and reflection. His perspective brings honesty, curiosity, and occasional differences in viewpoint—but always with deep respect. <br />Together, Ruthe and Tim represent two very different experiences of family, loss, and meaning—and that’s exactly what makes Let It Be so real. <br /><br />In many ways, this podcast is sibling therapy—wrapped in humor, honesty, and a whole lot of heart. <br />After months of preparation, reflection, and real work, Ruthe and Tim are ready. This podcast is their second chance—and an open invitation for you to be part of the conversation. <br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Religion"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Personal Journals"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Ep. 19 The Courage To Become Yourself with Recinda Jeanine</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-19-the-courage-to-become-yourself-with-recinda-jeanine--72900985</link><description><![CDATA[Fear has a way of convincing us that our past defines our future—but courage tells a different story.<br /><br />In this final episode of our Courage Series, we sit down with artist, writer, and creator Racinda Janine, whose life has been marked by adoption, trauma, abuse, PTSD, and an extraordinary journey of healing. Rather than allowing her past to define her, Racinda shares how curiosity, therapy, hope, and the daily choice to keep moving forward helped her discover who she truly is.<br /><br />This isn't a story about having all the answers. It's a conversation about finding the courage to become yourself—one step at a time. Through honesty, resilience, and hope, Racinda reminds us that our past does not have to determine our future, and that healing begins when we stop letting others define who we are.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72900985</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:09:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72900985/028f15c1_5865_4d9a_a610_ff693a80cc52.mp3" length="31364302" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Fear has a way of convincing us that our past defines our future—but courage tells a different story.

In this final episode of our Courage Series, we sit down with artist, writer, and creator Racinda Janine, whose life has been marked by adoption,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Fear has a way of convincing us that our past defines our future—but courage tells a different story.<br /><br />In this final episode of our Courage Series, we sit down with artist, writer, and creator Racinda Janine, whose life has been marked by adoption, trauma, abuse, PTSD, and an extraordinary journey of healing. Rather than allowing her past to define her, Racinda shares how curiosity, therapy, hope, and the daily choice to keep moving forward helped her discover who she truly is.<br /><br />This isn't a story about having all the answers. It's a conversation about finding the courage to become yourself—one step at a time. Through honesty, resilience, and hope, Racinda reminds us that our past does not have to determine our future, and that healing begins when we stop letting others define who we are.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3921</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoptionjourney,choosecourage,couragebeyondfear,courageseries,feartofaith,healingjourney,healingtogether,hopeaftertrauma,hopelives,identityhealing,inspiringconversations,keepgoing,letitbepodcast,mentalhealthawareness,newpodcastepisode,overcomingfear,podcastcommunity,ptsdrecovery,resilience,traumarecovery</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/934559edc7531d9da7df91c2125ea538.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 18 The Courage to Keep Living with Ron Neal</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[After enduring unimaginable loss, injustice, grief, and heartbreak, Ron Neal shares what it means to keep going when life has taken almost everything.<br /><br />In this powerful Courage Series conversation, Ron opens up about the loss of his brother, the death of his daughter, the collapse of his marriage, and years of painful battles that tested his faith. Yet through it all, he discovered a peace that doesn't come from circumstances—it comes from surrender.<br /><br />Join us as we talk about resilience, forgiveness, faith, acceptance, and the courage to keep living when the road ahead feels impossible.<br /><br />"When your worst fear stares you in the face, don't turn away. If you can find the courage to look it in the eye, you've accepted God's great gift of strength."<br /><br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72658088</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:37:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72658088/riverside_conversation_with_ron_05_let_it_be_podcast_c.mp3" length="42343253" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>After enduring unimaginable loss, injustice, grief, and heartbreak, Ron Neal shares what it means to keep going when life has taken almost everything.

In this powerful Courage Series conversation, Ron opens up about the loss of his brother, the death...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[After enduring unimaginable loss, injustice, grief, and heartbreak, Ron Neal shares what it means to keep going when life has taken almost everything.<br /><br />In this powerful Courage Series conversation, Ron opens up about the loss of his brother, the death of his daughter, the collapse of his marriage, and years of painful battles that tested his faith. Yet through it all, he discovered a peace that doesn't come from circumstances—it comes from surrender.<br /><br />Join us as we talk about resilience, forgiveness, faith, acceptance, and the courage to keep living when the road ahead feels impossible.<br /><br />"When your worst fear stares you in the face, don't turn away. If you can find the courage to look it in the eye, you've accepted God's great gift of strength."<br /><br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5293</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianpodcast,courageseries,faithinthestorm,faithoverfear,forgiveness,godsgrace,griefandhope,healingjourney,hopeafterloss,inspiringstories,keepgoing,letitbepodcast,nevergiveup,overcomingadversity,peacebeyondunderstanding,purposeinpain,resilience,ronneal,spiritualcourage,strengththroughfaith</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/57d208ccec859861cfa75322df7176e9.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 17 When Strength Meets Surrender with Lisa Stout</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-17-when-strength-meets-surrender-with-lisa-stout--72192752</link><description><![CDATA[In this heartfelt episode of the Let It Be podcast Courage Series, we sit down with Lisa Stout for an honest conversation about breast cancer, fear, faith, and the strength that comes through surrender.After watching her mother battle breast cancer, Lisa always knew one day she might face the same journey herself. At 58 years old, that fear became reality. But instead of giving up, Lisa leaned into faith, family, friendship, and the courage to surrender what she could not control.Together, we talk about:<br /><ul><li>strength through uncertainty,</li><li>motherhood and generational fear,</li><li>surrendering control,</li><li>finding peace during illness,</li><li>and learning how to keep living with hope.</li></ul>This episode is emotional, uplifting, vulnerable, and full of encouragement for anyone walking through a difficult season.Sometimes strength is not found in fighting harder — sometimes strength is found in surrender.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72192752</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 13:56:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72192752/riverside_conversation_with_lisa_apr_16_2026_001_let_it_be_podcast_c_1.mp3" length="37986447" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40/3ad2d8fc-cc15-4167-a2e9-392581433e40.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this heartfelt episode of the Let It Be podcast Courage Series, we sit down with Lisa Stout for an honest conversation about breast cancer, fear, faith, and the strength that comes through surrender.After watching her mother battle breast cancer,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this heartfelt episode of the Let It Be podcast Courage Series, we sit down with Lisa Stout for an honest conversation about breast cancer, fear, faith, and the strength that comes through surrender.After watching her mother battle breast cancer, Lisa always knew one day she might face the same journey herself. At 58 years old, that fear became reality. But instead of giving up, Lisa leaned into faith, family, friendship, and the courage to surrender what she could not control.Together, we talk about:<br /><ul><li>strength through uncertainty,</li><li>motherhood and generational fear,</li><li>surrendering control,</li><li>finding peace during illness,</li><li>and learning how to keep living with hope.</li></ul>This episode is emotional, uplifting, vulnerable, and full of encouragement for anyone walking through a difficult season.Sometimes strength is not found in fighting harder — sometimes strength is found in surrender.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4749</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>breastcancersurvivor,choosecourage,courageseries,emotionalhealing,faithandstrength,faithoverfear,healingjourney,hopeafterloss,hopefortomorrow,letitbepodcast,lifeaftercancer,lisastout,nevergiveup,podcastcommunity,podcastinspiration,resilientwomen,storiesofhope,strengthandsurrender,strengthinfaith,womenofstrength</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/297d7c5da71d0c1d6e221aaaa9efa46c.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 16 Choices Series: Choosing Courage Over Comfort</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-16-choices-series-choosing-courage-over-comfort--71911252</link><description><![CDATA[In this opening episode of our Courage Series, Ruthe and Tim explore what happens when fear is no longer a “what if,” but something standing directly in front of you. Together, they unpack courage, acceptance, strength, identity, and the quiet decisions that shape who we become. Through deeply personal stories and honest reflection, this conversation reminds us that courage is not always loud — sometimes it simply means taking the next step forward.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71911252</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:03:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71911252/riverside_ruthe_tim_take_06_let_it_be_podcast_c_1.mp3" length="14781771" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this opening episode of our Courage Series, Ruthe and Tim explore what happens when fear is no longer a “what if,” but something standing directly in front of you. Together, they unpack courage, acceptance, strength, identity, and the quiet...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this opening episode of our Courage Series, Ruthe and Tim explore what happens when fear is no longer a “what if,” but something standing directly in front of you. Together, they unpack courage, acceptance, strength, identity, and the quiet decisions that shape who we become. Through deeply personal stories and honest reflection, this conversation reminds us that courage is not always loud — sometimes it simply means taking the next step forward.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1848</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>choosingcourageovercomfort,courageseries,couragetochange,emotionalhealing,facingfear,faithandstrength,faithoverfear,griefjourney,growthintheprocess,healingthroughpain,hopeafterloss,hopeandhealing,inspirationdaily,letitbepodcast,mentalhealthawareness,nevergiveup,personalgrowth,podcastcommunity,selfreflection,strengthinstruggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/660bc460da58b6ae50590b459cf8930d.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 15 What Do You Do When You Can’t Control It?</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[What Do You Do When You Can’t Control It?<br /><br />As we close out our Choices series, we come back to the Learned Wisdom that has guided every conversation:<br /><br />“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”<br /><br />In this episode, Ruthe and Tim reflect on the powerful stories shared by Bianca DeAnda and Camie McDonald—two women who faced very different circumstances, yet both discovered what it means to keep moving forward when control is no longer yours.<br /><br />From naming emotions to releasing shame…<br />From grief to growth…<br />From holding on to learning how to let go…<br /><br />This conversation is about the moment you realize you can’t control the outcome—and the choice you still have in how you respond.<br /><br />We also share personally what shifts in us when control is taken—and how surrender, acceptance, and even curiosity can lead to peace.<br /><br />As you listen, consider this: When control has been taken from you… what is your non-negotiable choice?<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71355485</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:21:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71355485/riverside_ruthe_tim_apr_15_2026_001_let_it_be_podcast_1.mp3" length="10435831" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What Do You Do When You Can’t Control It?

As we close out our Choices series, we come back to the Learned Wisdom that has guided every conversation:

“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What Do You Do When You Can’t Control It?<br /><br />As we close out our Choices series, we come back to the Learned Wisdom that has guided every conversation:<br /><br />“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”<br /><br />In this episode, Ruthe and Tim reflect on the powerful stories shared by Bianca DeAnda and Camie McDonald—two women who faced very different circumstances, yet both discovered what it means to keep moving forward when control is no longer yours.<br /><br />From naming emotions to releasing shame…<br />From grief to growth…<br />From holding on to learning how to let go…<br /><br />This conversation is about the moment you realize you can’t control the outcome—and the choice you still have in how you respond.<br /><br />We also share personally what shifts in us when control is taken—and how surrender, acceptance, and even curiosity can lead to peace.<br /><br />As you listen, consider this: When control has been taken from you… what is your non-negotiable choice?<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1305</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>choicesseries,chooseyourresponse,emotionalhealing,faithandhealing,findpeace,griefandgrowth,growthintheprocess,healingjourney,innerstrength,letgoofcontrol,letitbepodcast,lifeafterloss,mindsetshift,personalgrowth,podcastcommunity,resilience,selfreflection,storyofhope,whatremains,whencontrolisgone</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a93e952c4974b61ce88c48ef1c89fc57.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 14 Holding Loss — and the Choices That Remain with Camie McDonald</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[Holding Loss — and the Choices That Remain<br /><br />When tragedy changes everything… what does it look like to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with Cammie McDonald for an honest conversation about grief, family, and the choices that remain — even in the hardest seasons.<br /><br />Rooted in our learned wisdom:<br />“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”<br /><br />This is a conversation about holding loss, supporting one another, and learning how to move forward — one choice at a time.<br /><br />✨ Reflection Question:<br />What choices are still yours, even while you’re holding what’s been taken?<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70872725</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:30:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70872725/riverside_converation_with_camie_mar_04_2026_002_let_it_be_podcast_c.mp3" length="32572831" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Holding Loss — and the Choices That Remain

When tragedy changes everything… what does it look like to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with Cammie McDonald for an honest conversation about grief, family, and the choices that remain — even in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Holding Loss — and the Choices That Remain<br /><br />When tragedy changes everything… what does it look like to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with Cammie McDonald for an honest conversation about grief, family, and the choices that remain — even in the hardest seasons.<br /><br />Rooted in our learned wisdom:<br />“Just because a circumstance beyond your control has taken away some of your choices, it doesn’t mean it’s taken away all of your choices.”<br /><br />This is a conversation about holding loss, supporting one another, and learning how to move forward — one choice at a time.<br /><br />✨ Reflection Question:<br />What choices are still yours, even while you’re holding what’s been taken?<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4072</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>emotionalhealing,faithandhealing,familyandloss,griefandhealing,griefjourney,griefsupport,hardseasons,healingafterloss,healingtogether,heartwork,holdingloss,hopeafterloss,letitbepodcast,lifeafterloss,mentalhealthmatters,navigatinggrief,podcastforwomen,realconversations,supportthroughloss,walkingthroughgrief</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/56ce65c5844f1c4b0e7add7fec51e437.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 13 The Choices Circumstances Can't Take with Bianca De Anda</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-the-choices-circumstances-can-t-take-with-bianca-de-anda--70441997</link><description><![CDATA[On today’s episode of the Let It Be Podcast, we sit down with Bianca DeAnda—a clinical psychologist in Southern California and a longtime connection to Ruthe’s family. Together, we talk about what happens when life doesn’t follow the plan… and how your choices still matter, even when your circumstances feel heavy, unexpected, or out of your control.<br /><br />Bianca shares with honesty about grief and growth, the pressure of traditional timelines, and what it looks like to rebuild your identity when a major season shifts. We explore the truth that joy and grief can coexist, how naming hard emotions helps release shame, and why learning to sit with yourself—without roles, titles, or expectations—can become a turning point.<br /><br />This conversation is for anyone who has ever thought, “This isn’t what I expected,” and is trying to find a steady next step anyway. Bianca brings grounded wisdom, emotional clarity, and practical hope—reminding us that even if circumstances change your plan, they don’t get the final say in who you become.<br /><br />To close, Tim leaves us with a reflection question to carry with you:<br />“Who are you when you stop rushing to become who you thought you’d be?”<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70441997</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:06:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70441997/riverside_choices_circumstances_feb_24_2026_003_let_it_be_podcast_c_2.mp3" length="37448115" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On today’s episode of the Let It Be Podcast, we sit down with Bianca DeAnda—a clinical psychologist in Southern California and a longtime connection to Ruthe’s family. Together, we talk about what happens when life doesn’t follow the plan… and how...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On today’s episode of the Let It Be Podcast, we sit down with Bianca DeAnda—a clinical psychologist in Southern California and a longtime connection to Ruthe’s family. Together, we talk about what happens when life doesn’t follow the plan… and how your choices still matter, even when your circumstances feel heavy, unexpected, or out of your control.<br /><br />Bianca shares with honesty about grief and growth, the pressure of traditional timelines, and what it looks like to rebuild your identity when a major season shifts. We explore the truth that joy and grief can coexist, how naming hard emotions helps release shame, and why learning to sit with yourself—without roles, titles, or expectations—can become a turning point.<br /><br />This conversation is for anyone who has ever thought, “This isn’t what I expected,” and is trying to find a steady next step anyway. Bianca brings grounded wisdom, emotional clarity, and practical hope—reminding us that even if circumstances change your plan, they don’t get the final say in who you become.<br /><br />To close, Tim leaves us with a reflection question to carry with you:<br />“Who are you when you stop rushing to become who you thought you’d be?”<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4681</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>beautyinthejourney,chooseyourresponse,circumstancesandchoices,emotionalgrowth,gratitudepractice,healingjourney,hopeinhardseasons,identitybeyondroles,inbetweenseasons,intentionalliving,joyandgrief,letitbepodcast,lifetransitions,mentalhealthawareness,personalgrowth,releasethepressure,selfreflection,serenityprayer,womensupportingwomen,youarenotalone</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b0c02b2312b90f82e2585b6380118385.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 12 Choices Series: The Choices That Are Still Yours</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-choices-series-the-choices-that-are-still-yours--69852070</link><description><![CDATA[<b>The Choices That Are Still Yours</b><br />In this opening episode of our new series on choice, Ruthe and Tim sit down to explore what remains within our control when life feels anything but controllable. Through honest conversation, humor, and deeply personal reflection, they talk about circumstances that are handed to us—grief, loss, and unexpected change—and the quiet power of choosing how we respond.<br /><br />Ruthe shares the learned wisdom born from walking alongside her daughter Karla during her illness, reminding us that even when choices are taken away, not all of them disappear. Tim brings his thoughtful, curious perspective—challenging, affirming, and grounding the conversation in everyday life. Together, they wrestle with grief, faith and doubt, attitude, community, and the freedom found in choosing joy, presence, and meaning.<br /><br />Featured in this episode is a rare and powerful moment—Karla’s own voice.<br />Recorded during her illness, Karla reflects on positivity, normalcy, and faith with a clarity and grace far beyond her years. Her words remind us that even when outcomes are uncertain, perspective, joy, and connection are still choices we get to make. Her voice doesn’t just support this series—it anchors it.<br /><br />This episode invites you to pause and ask: What is happening in my life right now that I can’t control—and what choices are still mine to make? Whether you’re stepping into a new year, navigating loss, or simply trying to find your footing again, this conversation offers hope, permission, and a reminder that your story is still unfolding.<br /><br />A new series begins here on the Let It Be Podcast—and we’re so glad you’re here.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69852070</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 02:19:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69852070/riverside_choices_jan_27_2026_005_let_it_be_podcast_4.mp3" length="14851152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Choices That Are Still Yours
In this opening episode of our new series on choice, Ruthe and Tim sit down to explore what remains within our control when life feels anything but controllable. Through honest conversation, humor, and deeply personal...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>The Choices That Are Still Yours</b><br />In this opening episode of our new series on choice, Ruthe and Tim sit down to explore what remains within our control when life feels anything but controllable. Through honest conversation, humor, and deeply personal reflection, they talk about circumstances that are handed to us—grief, loss, and unexpected change—and the quiet power of choosing how we respond.<br /><br />Ruthe shares the learned wisdom born from walking alongside her daughter Karla during her illness, reminding us that even when choices are taken away, not all of them disappear. Tim brings his thoughtful, curious perspective—challenging, affirming, and grounding the conversation in everyday life. Together, they wrestle with grief, faith and doubt, attitude, community, and the freedom found in choosing joy, presence, and meaning.<br /><br />Featured in this episode is a rare and powerful moment—Karla’s own voice.<br />Recorded during her illness, Karla reflects on positivity, normalcy, and faith with a clarity and grace far beyond her years. Her words remind us that even when outcomes are uncertain, perspective, joy, and connection are still choices we get to make. Her voice doesn’t just support this series—it anchors it.<br /><br />This episode invites you to pause and ask: What is happening in my life right now that I can’t control—and what choices are still mine to make? Whether you’re stepping into a new year, navigating loss, or simply trying to find your footing again, this conversation offers hope, permission, and a reminder that your story is still unfolding.<br /><br />A new series begins here on the Let It Be Podcast—and we’re so glad you’re here.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1857</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>choosinghope,choosingjoy,communitymatters,everydaycourage,faithandcuriosity,findingmeaning,gentlestrength,griefandgrace,healingjourney,holdingspace,hopeinthemiddle,letitbepodcast,lifeafterloss,lifestillhappens,perspectivematters,resilientliving,stillchoosing,storiesthatheal,thechoicesthatarestillyours,yourstorymatters</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4cc9e01eac28e93b990246937a5a6c21.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 11 Holding Tomorrow With Trust with Myles</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Holding Tomorrow With Trust</b> takes us to a snowy morning in Leavenworth, Washington, where we sit down with Myles (“Sasquatch”)—a private, music-loving builder who survived diabetes, colon cancer, chemo, and a heart attack, all in one season. Together, we talk about what it means to plan for tomorrow without living in fear of it, how to advocate for your health, and how to find peace when life feels uncertain. With humor, honesty, and a mix of faith and curiosity, this conversation is a reminder: you don’t have to carry the weight alone.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69539768</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:15:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69539768/riverside_let_it_be_podcast_conv_jan_07_2026_002_let_it_be_podcast_c_2.mp3" length="36343867" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Holding Tomorrow With Trust takes us to a snowy morning in Leavenworth, Washington, where we sit down with Myles (“Sasquatch”)—a private, music-loving builder who survived diabetes, colon cancer, chemo, and a heart attack, all in one season. Together,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Holding Tomorrow With Trust</b> takes us to a snowy morning in Leavenworth, Washington, where we sit down with Myles (“Sasquatch”)—a private, music-loving builder who survived diabetes, colon cancer, chemo, and a heart attack, all in one season. Together, we talk about what it means to plan for tomorrow without living in fear of it, how to advocate for your health, and how to find peace when life feels uncertain. With humor, honesty, and a mix of faith and curiosity, this conversation is a reminder: you don’t have to carry the weight alone.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4543</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cancersurvivor,coloncancerawareness,diabetesawareness,dontworryabouttomorrow,earlydetection,faithandcuriosity,findhope,healthjourney,heartattacksurvivor,holdingtomorrowwithtrust,hopeandhealing,leavenworthwashington,letitbepodcast,lifeaftercancer,menshealth,mentalhealthmatters,pacificnorthwest,preventivehealth,resiliencestory,trusttheprocess</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8c3fe76e1c97d2db983f67dd43af5444.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP.10 Capture the Guilt, Don’t Carry It with Pastor Scott Heider</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Capture the Guilt, Don’t Carry It</b> is an honest, hope-filled conversation about the difference between conviction and self-condemnation—and why guilt so often shows up around rest, productivity, grief, and “not doing enough.” Ruthe and Tim sit down with Pastor Scott Heider to unpack how shame can attack identity, how to capture guilt instead of letting it control you, and how replacing unhealthy thought patterns can bring real clarity and peace. Whether you’re rooted in faith, full of questions, or somewhere in between, this episode offers practical tools—and a gentle invitation to release what you were never meant to hold.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69253837</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:48:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69253837/riverside_guilt_scott_heider_dec_06_2025_001_let_it_be_podcast_c_5.mp3" length="37395244" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com" type="text/html" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Capture the Guilt, Don’t Carry It is an honest, hope-filled conversation about the difference between conviction and self-condemnation—and why guilt so often shows up around rest, productivity, grief, and “not doing enough.” Ruthe and Tim sit down...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Capture the Guilt, Don’t Carry It</b> is an honest, hope-filled conversation about the difference between conviction and self-condemnation—and why guilt so often shows up around rest, productivity, grief, and “not doing enough.” Ruthe and Tim sit down with Pastor Scott Heider to unpack how shame can attack identity, how to capture guilt instead of letting it control you, and how replacing unhealthy thought patterns can bring real clarity and peace. Whether you’re rooted in faith, full of questions, or somewhere in between, this episode offers practical tools—and a gentle invitation to release what you were never meant to hold.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4675</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agnosticperspective,christianconversation,emotionalhealing,faithanddoubt,forgivingyourself,griefandhealing,guiltandshame,healthyboundaries,hopefortomorrow,identityinchrist,letitbepodcast,mentalhealthpodcast,pastorscottheider,personaldevelopment,restandrecovery,selfcondemnation,shameresilience,siblings,spiritualgrowth,thoughtpatterns</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a88de6ff437e6ec7595e1383355a594b.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP.9 How Will You Recognize the Gift of Your New Normalcy?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-how-will-you-recognize-the-gift-of-your-new-normalcy--68856415</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of the Let It Be Podcast, Ruthe and Tim step into one of life’s most misunderstood seasons: the transition into a new normal. After years of living in survival mode, structured schedules, and responsibilities that left little room for choice, what happens when life suddenly becomes quiet? When the pace changes? When you get to decide what comes next?<br /><br />Ruthe opens up about the unexpected challenges of retirement, the loss of a long-held identity, and the surprising discomfort of having too many choices. Tim brings his trademark curiosity and humor as he explores how we redefine purpose when old roles fade and new rhythms begin to form.<br /><br />Together, they ask a meaningful question:<br />How do you recognize the gift in a season that feels unfamiliar, uncertain, or even a little uncomfortable?<br /><br />This conversation is for anyone navigating transition—whether it’s career, caregiving, an empty nest, grief, or simply stepping into a new chapter of life. It’s a reminder that normalcy isn’t something you return to… it’s something you learn to receive.<br /><br />A quiet space, a slower schedule, a shift in identity—<br />Maybe the new normal isn’t something to fear or fix.<br />Maybe it’s something to recognize as a gift.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68856415</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:50:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68856415/riverside_the_gift_of_normalcy_p_dec_02_2025_002_let_it_be_podcast_2.mp3" length="14689611" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/69828f61aede5ea81e2da224b04547f3c05bb7a1.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of the Let It Be Podcast, Ruthe and Tim step into one of life’s most misunderstood seasons: the transition into a new normal. After years of living in survival mode, structured schedules, and responsibilities that left little room for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of the Let It Be Podcast, Ruthe and Tim step into one of life’s most misunderstood seasons: the transition into a new normal. After years of living in survival mode, structured schedules, and responsibilities that left little room for choice, what happens when life suddenly becomes quiet? When the pace changes? When you get to decide what comes next?<br /><br />Ruthe opens up about the unexpected challenges of retirement, the loss of a long-held identity, and the surprising discomfort of having too many choices. Tim brings his trademark curiosity and humor as he explores how we redefine purpose when old roles fade and new rhythms begin to form.<br /><br />Together, they ask a meaningful question:<br />How do you recognize the gift in a season that feels unfamiliar, uncertain, or even a little uncomfortable?<br /><br />This conversation is for anyone navigating transition—whether it’s career, caregiving, an empty nest, grief, or simply stepping into a new chapter of life. It’s a reminder that normalcy isn’t something you return to… it’s something you learn to receive.<br /><br />A quiet space, a slower schedule, a shift in identity—<br />Maybe the new normal isn’t something to fear or fix.<br />Maybe it’s something to recognize as a gift.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1837</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agnosticandfaith,emotionalhealing,faithandlife,findingpurpose,giftofnormal,healingjourney,letitbepodcast,lettinggotogrow,lifeafterchange,lifetransitions,midlifetransitions,mindsetshift,newnormal,normalcyasagift,personalgrowthjourney,purposeinthepause,rebuildingidentity,redefiningnormal,seasonsoflife,spiritualgrowth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7648ff90098eccf9ae3520f8af9d9a28.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gift Series: What if normal IS the gift?</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Ruthe and Tim dive into the often-ignored beauty of everyday life — the routines, the pauses, the simple moments that feel almost miraculous after seasons of chaos or grief. Through stories of unexpected peace, grounding rituals, and the tug-of-war between guilt and gratitude, they explore how “normal” can become one of life’s rarest blessings. Blending faith and agnostic perspectives, honesty, humor, and heart, they invite you to slow down and really consider: <b>What if normal <i>is</i> the gift?</b><br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68681260</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:48:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68681260/riverside_gift_series_normalcy_let_it_be_podcast_1.mp3" length="23442512" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/818daf2713c58001764a2bdd43666260c5bca014.srt" type="text/html" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Ruthe and Tim dive into the often-ignored beauty of everyday life — the routines, the pauses, the simple moments that feel almost miraculous after seasons of chaos or grief. Through stories of unexpected peace, grounding rituals, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Ruthe and Tim dive into the often-ignored beauty of everyday life — the routines, the pauses, the simple moments that feel almost miraculous after seasons of chaos or grief. Through stories of unexpected peace, grounding rituals, and the tug-of-war between guilt and gratitude, they explore how “normal” can become one of life’s rarest blessings. Blending faith and agnostic perspectives, honesty, humor, and heart, they invite you to slow down and really consider: <b>What if normal <i>is</i> the gift?</b><br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2931</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>agnosticandfaith,emotionalhealing,everydaypeace,faithandlife,findingcalm,findingnormal,giftofnormalcy,giftseries,griefandgrowth,healingjourney,hopeandhealing,letitbepodcast,lifeafterloss,lifelessonspodcast,meaningfulconversations,mentalwellness,ordinarymiracles,purposeinpain,slowdownandsee,whatifnormalisthegift</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d36d4a366460d77fb5e7df35c0b2aea4.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gift Series: When Normal Feels Like a Gift</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gift-series-when-normal-feels-like-a-gift--68439275</link><description><![CDATA[<b>When Normal Feels Like a Gift (Gifts Series · Ep. 1)</b><br /><b></b><br />Ruthe and Tim open a new series on “gifts”—not bows-and-boxes, but the quiet mercies that meet us in real life. From Ruthe’s tender story of traveling during Karla’s chemo to the lasting wisdom her daughter shared during that season, they explore how moments of peace can feel like grace—especially in times that are anything but normal. Tim brings humor and honesty through small, everyday encounters that reveal how connection and gratitude can appear in unexpected places. Together, they unpack the difference between gifts and talents, hold space for both faith and agnostic perspectives, and reflect on Matthew 6:34: “Do not worry about tomorrow.” You’ll hear about dog hugs, the freedom of surrender, and how even “bad gifts” can shape character and compassion.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68439275</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:13:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68439275/riverside_gifts_part_1_let_it_be_podcast_4.mp3" length="16993611" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/af856ef508b6fcb9d95c3b2b68cf06dc5c37d9e5.srt" type="text/html" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When Normal Feels Like a Gift (Gifts Series · Ep. 1)

Ruthe and Tim open a new series on “gifts”—not bows-and-boxes, but the quiet mercies that meet us in real life. From Ruthe’s tender story of traveling during Karla’s chemo to the lasting wisdom her...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>When Normal Feels Like a Gift (Gifts Series · Ep. 1)</b><br /><b></b><br />Ruthe and Tim open a new series on “gifts”—not bows-and-boxes, but the quiet mercies that meet us in real life. From Ruthe’s tender story of traveling during Karla’s chemo to the lasting wisdom her daughter shared during that season, they explore how moments of peace can feel like grace—especially in times that are anything but normal. Tim brings humor and honesty through small, everyday encounters that reveal how connection and gratitude can appear in unexpected places. Together, they unpack the difference between gifts and talents, hold space for both faith and agnostic perspectives, and reflect on Matthew 6:34: “Do not worry about tomorrow.” You’ll hear about dog hugs, the freedom of surrender, and how even “bad gifts” can shape character and compassion.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2125</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>brotherandsisterjourney,donotworry,embracethenow,encouragementfortoday,faithandlife,faithjourney,findingnormalcy,findingpeace,giftofthepresent,graceintheeveryday,gratitudeandgrace,hopeandhealing,hopethroughhardship,letgoandletbe,letitbepodcast,liveinthemoment,mindfulmoments,purposeandpeace,siblingsinconversation,thegiftseries</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/87cf5a2fb8a2118ec897262f04c820ce.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Journey: Embracing the Unexpected with Maree Dee — Caregiving, Faith &amp; Finding Joy</title><link>https://www.letitbepodcast.com/</link><description><![CDATA[Ruthe (broadcasting from Nashville) and Tim (from Seattle) welcome writer, speaker, and certified mental health coach Maree Dee for a deeply honest conversation about turning life’s detours into purpose. Maree opens up about the unexpected turns that reshaped her path—from co-owning a thriving CPA firm to becoming a full-time caregiver and faith-based mental health advocate. She shares the lessons learned from walking through seasons of uncertainty, rebuilding faith, and rediscovering joy.<br /><br />Together, they talk about choosing trust in the middle of chaos, why community beats isolation, and how two emotions can be true at once: sorrow and joy. This heartfelt episode reminds us that every detour can become part of the greater journey toward hope and healing.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68150427</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:44:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68150427/riverside_episode_6_maree_d_mental_health_journey_let_it_be_podcast_c_5.mp3" length="25378499" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ruthe (broadcasting from Nashville) and Tim (from Seattle) welcome writer, speaker, and certified mental health coach Maree Dee for a deeply honest conversation about turning life’s detours into purpose. Maree opens up about the unexpected turns that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruthe (broadcasting from Nashville) and Tim (from Seattle) welcome writer, speaker, and certified mental health coach Maree Dee for a deeply honest conversation about turning life’s detours into purpose. Maree opens up about the unexpected turns that reshaped her path—from co-owning a thriving CPA firm to becoming a full-time caregiver and faith-based mental health advocate. She shares the lessons learned from walking through seasons of uncertainty, rebuilding faith, and rediscovering joy.<br /><br />Together, they talk about choosing trust in the middle of chaos, why community beats isolation, and how two emotions can be true at once: sorrow and joy. This heartfelt episode reminds us that every detour can become part of the greater journey toward hope and healing.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3173</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoption,caregivers,encouragementpodcast,faithandhope,hopeandhealing,inspiringstories,letitbe,letitbepodcast,lifejourney,mentalhealthmatters,podcast,podcastcommunity,podcastepisode,podcastinterview,podcastlife,podcastlovers,purposedrivenlife,realconversations,siblings,storytellingpodcast</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d32c4835227e95af7b6e29e767a29662.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Journey to Authenticity: With Henry DiCarlo</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-journey-to-authenticity-with-henry-dicarlo--67959416</link><description><![CDATA[In their very first guest episode, Ruthe and Tim sit down with KTLA’s Henry DiCarlo for a candid conversation on authenticity. Henry opens up about life on TV versus life at home, his battle with prostate cancer, and the shift from transactional prayers to a deeper, daily faith. Together they explore what it means to show up as your true self—even when the world expects something different—and how small choices can ripple into courage, hope, and encouragement for others.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67959416</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67959416/riverside_conversation_with_henr_aug_25_2025_001_let_it_be_podcast_c_6.mp3" length="38076517" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/db97b8e4a7304edcdf9b7326ca9449c2dcf5d4e1.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In their very first guest episode, Ruthe and Tim sit down with KTLA’s Henry DiCarlo for a candid conversation on authenticity. Henry opens up about life on TV versus life at home, his battle with prostate cancer, and the shift from transactional...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In their very first guest episode, Ruthe and Tim sit down with KTLA’s Henry DiCarlo for a candid conversation on authenticity. Henry opens up about life on TV versus life at home, his battle with prostate cancer, and the shift from transactional prayers to a deeper, daily faith. Together they explore what it means to show up as your true self—even when the world expects something different—and how small choices can ripple into courage, hope, and encouragement for others.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4760</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authenticity,authenticself,beyourself,encouragementfortoday,faithandlife,faithatwork,familyfirst,henrydicarlo,hopeandencouragement,journeyseries,letitbepodcast,menshealth,nashvillepodcasters,prayerandfaith,prostatecancerawareness,publicvsprivate,seattlepodcast,siblings,transactionaltorelational,vulnerability</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e3ed93da7d54a6db623e2043a084c9a8.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 4 The Journey Part 4: When Journeys Close, Doors Open</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-the-journey-part-4-when-journeys-close-doors-open--67729197</link><description><![CDATA[In this closing chapter of their Journey series, the hosts reflect on endings that bring both heartbreak and hope. From family discoveries and reconnections with siblings to the lessons of letting go while holding on, they share the beauty and struggle of moving forward. Endings aren’t just goodbyes—they open space for healing, laughter, and new beginnings. <br /><br />Up next: “A first for us — we’re welcoming our very first guest into the studio! He’ll be sharing his current journey, raw and real, and we can’t wait for you to hear it.”<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67729197</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:02:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67729197/episode_4_audio.mp3" length="13438450" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/76ebb13210a415324971ac287214d3fa9d4c7fb4.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this closing chapter of their Journey series, the hosts reflect on endings that bring both heartbreak and hope. From family discoveries and reconnections with siblings to the lessons of letting go while holding on, they share the beauty and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this closing chapter of their Journey series, the hosts reflect on endings that bring both heartbreak and hope. From family discoveries and reconnections with siblings to the lessons of letting go while holding on, they share the beauty and struggle of moving forward. Endings aren’t just goodbyes—they open space for healing, laughter, and new beginnings. <br /><br />Up next: “A first for us — we’re welcoming our very first guest into the studio! He’ll be sharing his current journey, raw and real, and we can’t wait for you to hear it.”<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1680</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoptionstories,authenticconversations,endingsandbeginnings,faithandfamily,familyconnections,guestepisode,healingjourney,heartbreakandhope,hopeandhealing,letitbepodcast,lifelessons,lifestories,movingforward,newbeginnings,personalgrowth,podcastcommunity,rawandreal,siblingreunion,storytellingpodcast,thejourneyseries</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8932cfd1e51ed7c89b71470c3c8d48a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 3 The Journey Part 3: Our Adoption Stories</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-the-journey-part-3-our-adoption-stories--67636958</link><description><![CDATA[OUR ADOPTION STORIES In this conversation, Ruthe and Tim explore their personal journeys of adoption, discussing the emotional complexities and connections that arise from their experiences. They reflect on the importance of family, both biological and adoptive, and share insights on how their pasts have shaped their identities and relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the value of therapy, support systems, and the ongoing impact of their adoption stories on their lives today.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67636958</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:36:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67636958/riverside_episode_3_the_journe_aug_31_2025_001_let_it_be_podcast_4.mp3" length="20953565" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/07eafc468bda740ca767b7044b60f37277bc5a4f.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>OUR ADOPTION STORIES In this conversation, Ruthe and Tim explore their personal journeys of adoption, discussing the emotional complexities and connections that arise from their experiences. They reflect on the importance of family, both biological...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[OUR ADOPTION STORIES In this conversation, Ruthe and Tim explore their personal journeys of adoption, discussing the emotional complexities and connections that arise from their experiences. They reflect on the importance of family, both biological and adoptive, and share insights on how their pasts have shaped their identities and relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the value of therapy, support systems, and the ongoing impact of their adoption stories on their lives today.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2620</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoption,adoptions,adoptionstories,agnostic,emotions,faith,family,hopeandencouragement,letitbe,love,newepisode,newpodcast,personalstories,siblings,thejourney</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c401eaa5e6f7b8a4b1f67d0d1e06ab90.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 2 The Journey Part 2: Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-the-journey-part-2-loss-healing-and-the-ripple-effect--67459645</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect</b><br />In this episode, we sit down for a really honest conversation about some of the moments and people that have shaped our lives.We will bring some clarity to the last episode, and Tim opens up about some of the experiences that have shaped his path—through loss and finding strength in unexpected places. We talk about grief, healing, parenting, and the quiet ripple effect our stories can have on others.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67459645</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 21:24:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67459645/the_journey_part_2.mp3" length="23598620" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/aa8b4237351f2c643f41bc7c95767a96a1459676.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect
In this episode, we sit down for a really honest conversation about some of the moments and people that have shaped our lives.We will bring some clarity to the last episode, and Tim opens up about some of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect</b><br />In this episode, we sit down for a really honest conversation about some of the moments and people that have shaped our lives.We will bring some clarity to the last episode, and Tim opens up about some of the experiences that have shaped his path—through loss and finding strength in unexpected places. We talk about grief, healing, parenting, and the quiet ripple effect our stories can have on others.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2950</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoptionstories,authenticconversations,choosinghope,encouragement,faithjourney,familyjourney,griefandhealing,healingtogether,hopeinhardtimes,legacyoflove,letitbe,lifestories,lossandlove,newpodcast,podcast,resilience,rippleeffects,siblings</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/653c7e4ffc945f55a08f2ae5154048ec.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EP. 1 The Journey Part 1 - Ruthe Lets Go, Tim Steps In</title><link>http://Letitbepodcast.com</link><description><![CDATA[<br /><b>When God Redirects: Ruthe Lets Go, Tim Steps In </b><br /><br /><b>Episode Description: </b><br />After almost two decades of the foundation, Ruthe found herself having to let go, trusting whatever comes next. Her adopted brother Tim—who’s agnostic—shares how they reconnected for a second chance to work together, stepping up in a new way. Both are drawing on their experiences and choosing to bring hope and encouragement to others. This is just the beginning of the impact they’re going to make. <br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67247960</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:15:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67247960/episode_1_the_journey_audio.mp3" length="18436197" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/f11fadcac313fb4fd170f93783ba0065cef98f4c.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When God Redirects: Ruthe Lets Go, Tim Steps In 

Episode Description: 
After almost two decades of the foundation, Ruthe found herself having to let go, trusting whatever comes next. Her adopted brother Tim—who’s agnostic—shares how they reconnected...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br /><b>When God Redirects: Ruthe Lets Go, Tim Steps In </b><br /><br /><b>Episode Description: </b><br />After almost two decades of the foundation, Ruthe found herself having to let go, trusting whatever comes next. Her adopted brother Tim—who’s agnostic—shares how they reconnected for a second chance to work together, stepping up in a new way. Both are drawing on their experiences and choosing to bring hope and encouragement to others. This is just the beginning of the impact they’re going to make. <br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2305</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoption,connection,conversations,encourgement,faith,goodpeople,grief,hope,letitbe,letitbepodcast,nashville,newpodcast,newpodcastepisode,realstories,siblings,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0f701e90f6362e682c12e2dbe2dec77d.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Stick with us, we are almost there!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/stick-with-us-we-are-almost-there--67017978</link><description><![CDATA[Episode 0.5 – The Almost First Episode<br />In this “almost first” episode, siblings Ruthe Rosen and Tim Tackett reunite after six years apart to launch a podcast that’s been years in the making. With plenty of laughs, real talk, and a few technical hiccups, they share the behind-the-scenes chaos of getting started, reflect on their journey as perfectionists, and offer a glimpse of what’s to come — authentic stories, meaningful conversations, and spotlights on inspiring nonprofits. It’s messy, honest, and full of heart. Stick with them — it’s going to be amazing.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67017978</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:15:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67017978/stick_with_us_we_are_alost_there.mp3" length="4741555" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/15421504ca567b51b738b1b8fe7d20517518d911.srt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Episode 0.5 – The Almost First Episode
In this “almost first” episode, siblings Ruthe Rosen and Tim Tackett reunite after six years apart to launch a podcast that’s been years in the making. With plenty of laughs, real talk, and a few technical...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Episode 0.5 – The Almost First Episode<br />In this “almost first” episode, siblings Ruthe Rosen and Tim Tackett reunite after six years apart to launch a podcast that’s been years in the making. With plenty of laughs, real talk, and a few technical hiccups, they share the behind-the-scenes chaos of getting started, reflect on their journey as perfectionists, and offer a glimpse of what’s to come — authentic stories, meaningful conversations, and spotlights on inspiring nonprofits. It’s messy, honest, and full of heart. Stick with them — it’s going to be amazing.<br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>593</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8932cfd1e51ed7c89b71470c3c8d48a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Let it be Podcast Trailer</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-it-be-podcast-trailer--66977319</link><description><![CDATA[Podcast Hosts Bio: Ruthe &amp; Tim — Let It Be Podcast <br /><br />Ruthe and Tim aren’t your typical podcast co-hosts—and that’s exactly what makes their show so compelling. <br /><br />They share the same mom through adoption, but they’re not blood relatives and weren’t raised together. When they first met, Ruthe was 19 and Tim was just 5—connected by family, but worlds apart in age, experience, and perspective. <br /><br />Ruthe is a woman of deep faith. Tim identifies as agnostic. Their conversations reflect that contrast—sometimes clashing, often challenging, and always rooted in honesty. <br /><br />Years ago, one of those conversations became a turning point. What started as a disagreement escalated into silence. For over six years, they didn’t speak—just a few texts here and there. Enough to know the other was still out there, but distant. <br /><br />But time has a way of softening edges.And so does prayer. <br /><br />After years of growth, healing, and some brutally honest conversations, Ruthe and Tim made a bold decision: to rebuild their connection—and do it out loud, on-mic. <br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66977319</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:06:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66977319/let_it_be_podcast_trailer_audio.mp3" length="1116595" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/f89ec06b283691ee0831e0b78dd0ea902e242a84.srt" type="text/html" language="en"/><itunes:author>Let It Be Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Podcast Hosts Bio: Ruthe &amp;amp; Tim — Let It Be Podcast 

Ruthe and Tim aren’t your typical podcast co-hosts—and that’s exactly what makes their show so compelling. 

They share the same mom through adoption, but they’re not blood relatives and weren’t...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Podcast Hosts Bio: Ruthe &amp; Tim — Let It Be Podcast <br /><br />Ruthe and Tim aren’t your typical podcast co-hosts—and that’s exactly what makes their show so compelling. <br /><br />They share the same mom through adoption, but they’re not blood relatives and weren’t raised together. When they first met, Ruthe was 19 and Tim was just 5—connected by family, but worlds apart in age, experience, and perspective. <br /><br />Ruthe is a woman of deep faith. Tim identifies as agnostic. Their conversations reflect that contrast—sometimes clashing, often challenging, and always rooted in honesty. <br /><br />Years ago, one of those conversations became a turning point. What started as a disagreement escalated into silence. For over six years, they didn’t speak—just a few texts here and there. Enough to know the other was still out there, but distant. <br /><br />But time has a way of softening edges.And so does prayer. <br /><br />After years of growth, healing, and some brutally honest conversations, Ruthe and Tim made a bold decision: to rebuild their connection—and do it out loud, on-mic. <br /><br />Did today's episode give you little boost of hope and encouragement right when you needed it? If it did, we'd love it if you'd hit that like button, subscribe, and maybe even share it with someone who could use a little light today. For extra content and more from this podcast, make sure to follow us at Instagram at letitbe.podcast. And remember, there's still beauty unfolding in your story.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>140</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adoption,childhoodcancer,community,deepconversations,faith,journey,learnedwisdoms,letitbe,loss,nevergiveup,newpodcast,purpose,secondchances,siblings,storiesofencouragement,storiesofhope</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8932cfd1e51ed7c89b71470c3c8d48a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
