
My Valley, His Victory
A Christian outdoors podcast where we share our love for God's Creation and share vulnerable moments to encourage others who are walking through a similar season.
Episodes
73 episodes
073 - How Your Habits Reflect Your Heart with Diego Cano
In this episode, Diego Cano shares his journey from a Colombian childhood to becoming a passionate educator and outdoor enthusiast in California. He discusses his love for nature, the impact of solo travel on his life, and how his faith has dee...
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Episode 73
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41:23

072 - When the Body Heals But the Soul Still Hurts Laura Esquivel
In this episode, Laura Esquivel shares her journey as an advocate against sex trafficking through her work with Atlas Free. She discusses the organization's mission to create a global network of organizations fighting trafficking, the importanc...
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Episode 72
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1:03:45

071 - What to Do When God Doesn’t Give You the Birth Story You Hoped For with Denise Graves
In this episode, Denise Graves shares her journey of faith, family, and outdoor adventures. Growing up in Southern California with immigrant parents, Denise reflects on how her upbringing shaped her love for nature and the outdoors. She discuss...
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Episode 71
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1:02:25

070 - Where Does My Help Come From? with Chris Cameron
In this conversation, Chris Cameron shares his journey as a naturalist and educator, emphasizing the importance of connecting with nature and the deeper life lessons that arise from these experiences. He discusses his work with seniors, the joy...
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Episode 70
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42:19

069- Stripping Away Idols: A Journey of Surrender with Rachel Meyer
In this episode, Rachel Meyer shares her journey as a mother, entrepreneur, and outdoor enthusiast. She discusses her business, Summit Fit, which focuses on helping women get fit for life's adventures, and reflects on her family's transient lif...
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Episode 69
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54:50

068 - Doubt Welcomed, Questions Answered, Jesus Found with Macy Smith
In this episode Macy Smith shares her vibrant personality and diverse interests, including ministry, martial arts, and motorcycles. Macy discusses her role as an enrollment advisor at Asbury Theological Seminary and her part-time work as a mark...
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Episode 68
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52:57

067 - The Breakup That Brought Me to Jesus with Russell Reynolds
In this episode, Russell Reynolds shares his journey as a single father, engineer, and host of the Wildlife Outdoors podcast. He discusses his passion for fishing, conservation, and how being in nature connects him with God. Russell reflects on...
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Episode 67
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47:39

066 - Sabbath is a Gift from God with Eryn Lynum
In this episode, Eryn Lynum shares her journey from a theology-focused education to becoming a master naturalist, intertwining her love for nature with her faith. She discusses her new book, 'The Nature of Rest,' which explores the biblical pri...
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Episode 66
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49:23

065 - Hearing God's Voice and Acting on Faith with Amanda Still
In this episode, Amanda Still shares her journey of faith, family, and the joy of outdoor activities. Living in Nashville with her husband and four children, Amanda discusses the differences between her life in Canada and the U.S., the importan...
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Episode 65
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55:35

064 - Diagnosed at Work: When a Job Becomes God's Lifeline with Mason Daniels
In this episode of My Valley, Mason Daniels, an Arizona-based nomad and outdoor professional. Mason shares his journey from Appalachia to a life dedicated to outdoor adventures and public land management. He discusses his passion for nature, th...
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Episode 64
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1:00:40

063 - Project Endure: Why You Should Push Your Own Limits with Joe Rinaldi
In this episode, Joe Rinaldi shares his journey from being a physical therapist to founding Project Endure, a coaching business aimed at helping others find strength in their struggles. He discusses his passion for sports and fitness, the chall...
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Episode 63
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49:07

062 - From Baseball to Big Mountains with Ronnie Forslund
In this episode Ronnie Forslund, an expedition filmmaker and high-altitude mountaineer shares his journey from growing up in Las Vegas to discovering his passion for the outdoors and filmmaking. He discusses how his faith plays a crucial role i...
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Episode 62
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47:44

061 - Finding Truth in Simplicity with Matthew Thoenen
In this episode of My Valley, His Victory, Matthew Thoenen, an adventurer and ministry worker shares his journey of connecting with God through nature, his experiences in full-time ministry, and the lessons learned from his outdoor adventures. ...
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Episode 61
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060 - The Challenges of Loneliness with Jonathan Zaharek
In this episode, Jonathan Zaharek, a professional landscape photographer and ultra hiker, shares his journey of self-discovery and faith through his love for the Adirondack Mountains. Jonathan discusses his passion for hiking, particularly the ...
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Episode 60
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54:14

059 - Overcoming the Fear of Man with Mark Anderson
In this episode, Mark Anderson, an aspiring AMGA guide and freelance photographer living in Lake Placid, New York. Mark shares his journey from Southern California to the Adirondacks, his military background, and how his love for the outdoors h...
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Episode 59
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058 - Love Can Change Someone with Juan Flores
In this episode, Jonathon Flores shares his transformative journey from Los Angeles to Bakersfield, where he rekindled his relationship with God and founded Outdoor Adventures +. This initiative aims to connect the BIPOC community with nature t...
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Episode 58
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1:02:46
057 - Overcoming Lies and Embracing The Truth with Madeline Primrose
In this episode Madeline Primrose, a passionate traveler and follower of Jesus shares her experiences of traveling around the world, connecting with people, and how her adventures have deepened her faith. She emphasizes the importance of flexib...
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Episode 57
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1:06:59
056 - Lessons from a Gift I Can Never Repay with Greg Johnson
In this episode, Greg Johnson shares his journey from a youth minister to the director of Stonewater, a retreat facility that focuses on youth development through outdoor adventures. He discusses his love for the wilderness, the importance of c...
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Episode 56
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55:08

055 - God is a God of Timing with Carrie Nienhuis
In this episode, Carrie Nienhuis, 1/2 of the dynamic duo 2 Sisters on Adventures. She is an avid backpacker and hiker that shares her journey of discovering the outdoors and her faith. Carrie discusses her transition from a non-outdoorsy childh...
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Episode 55
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46:01

054 - Paddling Against the Tide: Faith, Content Creation & Criticism with Liam Cornish
In this week's episode, Liam Cornish, a junior studying biomedical engineering at Grand Canyon University. Liam shares his journey from growing up in Michigan to becoming a whitewater raft guide in Glacier National Park and a social media creat...
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Episode 54
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54:23

053 - Don't You See You Can't Keep Up with Jenny Pruett
In this week's episode, Jenny Pruett, an entrepreneur and founder of Freedom Fighter, a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating human trafficking. Jenny shares her journey from running a coffee shop to becoming an advocate for freedom, hi...
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Episode 53
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42:25

052 - The Mountains Called and God Met Me There with Amos Smith
In this week's episode, Amos Smith, shares his journey from being a youth pastor in Florida to working with the Christian Ministry in the National Parks. Amos discusses the transformative power of outdoor ministry, his experiences in various na...
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Episode 52
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54:17
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051 - How Quitting Drinking Allowed Me To Be A Better Representative of Christ with Andy Miller "Metro On the Move"
In this week's epsiode, Andrew Miller, known as Metro on the Move, shares his journey of reconnecting with nature and faith through hiking. He discusses the impact of a friend's death on his life choices, leading him to document his outdoor adv...
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Episode 51
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050 - Redefining Success Through a Kingdom Lens with Erin Scheu
In this episode, Erin Scheu shares her journey of living in Denver, her passion for the outdoors, and how her fitness business, New Way Fitness, has evolved. She discusses the importance of connecting with God through nature and personal experi...
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Episode 50
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45:09
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049 - Overcoming the Haze: How Faith Led to Freedom from Marijuana with Erik Roush
In this episode, Erik Roush shares his transformative journey from a professional photographer focused on personal success to a devoted follower of Jesus who seeks to glorify God through his work. He discusses his life in Maui, his love for nat...
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Episode 49
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44:51
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