KATHRYN FOR REAL!

Jon and Kathryn Gordon interview Candace Cameron Bure on her new moving Unsung Hero. Based on a remarkable true story, a mom’s faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to hold on to theirs.

Where are all the groups and communities for females that want to build wealth!? That’s the exact question Andreea Muresan and Kara Ayala were asking themselves when they stepped into an event with only 2 women …

So what did they do? They created a community of their own, called Reign & Co. They now spend their time teaching women how to build and create true wealth in their lives.

During this episode, we talk about how Reign & Co. got started, why they’re so passionate about helping women build and create true wealth in their lives, and how you can start to do the same.

This episode is packed with helpful tips on how to build wealth in your life!

Are you going to become a victim of your circumstance or a victor???

Today’s guests chose to take their circumstances and the hand they were dealt and turn it into the lives of their dreams!

The Tenison Twins are my guests this week on the podcast, and whether you know it or not, I’m sure you’ve seen them before. From being on the covers of calendars to Playboy Playmates, and even becoming the famous Doublemint Twins, they are no strangers to grinding a path to success.

They’re on today to share their story, what they had to overcome to get where they are today, and what new and exciting things they’re planning for the future!

At what point in your life would you be willing to radically change your life and start something new? For most people, the answer wouldn’t be in their 50’s …

But that’s exactly what Tresa Todd did. She left her comfortable job in the medical field (after a little nudge from her sons) after 25 years to pursue real estate wholesaling.

Years later, she has built one of the largest learning and networking communities for women real estate investors in the nation called “WREIN” (Women’s Real Estate Investors Network).

Listen as we talk about her amazing story, how she was able to create such massive success, and how you too can get into real estate wholesaling if you’re looking for something new!

If you’ve ever struggled with your health but you were unsure why, then this podcast is one you’re going to want to listen to!

This week I sit down with my good friend Jennifer Brower to talk about her new book, “Silent Killers,” and her struggle to get answers in her own health journey.

For years Jennifer struggled with her health while doctors and other health professionals struggled to find the answers, she was able to figure out that it was in fact these silent killers that were the main culprits.

Today, we talk about what these silent killers are, how you can protect yourself against them, and how they impact every single one of our lives.

Do you find yourself constantly worrying about what other people think? Do you find that this affects your work, your life, and your overall happiness? If so, then let me tell you something: you’re not alone!

This week on the Kathryn For Real podcast Jon and I are sitting down with our good friend Dr. Mike Gervais. You may have heard of the terms “YOLO” and “FOMO,” but the one you need to be the most familiar with is what Mike terms “FOPO,” and that’s the fear of other people’s opinions.

Through the past decade, Mike has worked with some of the best in their industries such as top 100 CEO’s, artists, musicians, Olympians, and even some of the most famous athletes you watch on tv.

Mike’s mission is to teach individuals how to overcome this fear of other people’s opinions by teaching them the psychological, sociological, and biological factors that come into play and how to redirect our attention from others outside of us and instead focus on the self.

Dr. Mike’s newest book, “The First Rule Of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think,” is a best seller that will teach you how to cast aside the opinions of others and start living the life of a high performer.

Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think!

Every parent’s worst nightmare is something happening to their child, and that’s exactly what happened to Granger and his wife Amber in 2019 when their 4-year-old son River, drowned in a pool accident.

We talk with Granger about the despair he experienced through this traumatic ordeal but also, the redemption and purpose he experienced through his walk with the Lord. This led him to leave his successful career as a country music star and pursue what is his true calling, which is to share God’s word with others.

His best-selling book, “Like a River,” chronicles not only his journey through grief, but also about him truly finding his faith, hope, and ultimately, finding peace after his world was turned upside down.

His message today is one of renewed hope and the ability life-changing sadness has to bring about life’s true purpose through its healing process.

Making friends is hard!

Keeping friendships is even harder and definitely does not get any easier the older you get!

Just like any relationship, it takes a lot of time, communication and commitment.

Luckily, Kathryn has the secret solution to help build and keep long lasting, meaningful relationships. Their names are Amy Weatherly and Jessica Johnston and they are the founders of the "Sister, I Am with You" community and co-authors of the book "Here for It: The Good, the Bad, and the Queso."

Their genuine and down-to-earth approach to the complexities of connection and vulnerability resonates deeply with anyone navigating the challenges of making meaningful relationships in adulthood. Through their relatable stories and practical insights, Amy and Jessica bring a refreshing perspective, offering invaluable guidance for those seeking to cultivate authentic and lasting connections. With their unique blend of humor, honesty, and wisdom, they inspire and empower others to embrace the beauty and complexities of friendship, making a profound impact on the lives of many.

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Kathryn was raised Catholic, but she only attended church on Easter Sunday. Her Dad was raised in the Catholic church, went to Catholic school and was an altar boy. She doesn’t know the reasoning, but when he was raising them, religion wasn’t important, and he seemed even be turned off by it. One reason may be because Kathryn's grandmother (his mom) would go to mass in the morning and be drunk by 2:00pm.

As a child, If she would sleep over at a friend’s house on a Saturday night, she would go to church with them on Sunday. Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist and she remembers a place called "Rock Church" where they danced and spoke in tongues! Nothing stuck. In her early 20's, she was wild. Partying all the time and after one extremely crazy night, decided she no longer wanted to live life that way. So, Kathryn hit her knees and prayed to God for help.

Now, she may not have been raised in church. But she can tell you as sure as she typed this, God has been with her as far back as she can remember. She would talk to him all the time. He would answer. It wasn't audible, but she could always hear him. She can remember at 5 years old, as her Mom and Dad were in a drunken screaming fight, Ishe was crouched in a little bathroom of our military housing home. She got on her knees, and cried out to God. "Please, please take me back. You’ve made a big mistake. You’ve put me in the wrong family." Well, he didn’t take her back. But things would get better for a while, before getting worse again.

A few years later, she met Jon. He was Jewish. They bonded over their spiritual beliefs. She got married in a Japanese garden with a non-denominational pastor and she smashed the glass (Jewish tradition). They had children, and she did get them baptized. She knew this was important somehow but didn’t really know why. They moved to Florida and her Jewish husband became a follower of Jesus (that’s a whole other fascinating story of how that happened). But, as he started learning about the teachings of Jesus, he would share with them. They started going to a local church. Then started having family meetings. The foundation was laid.

Enter "THE CHOSEN".

The miniseries produced by Derral Eves and Dallas Jenkins. For the first time in Kathryn's whole life, it all makes sense! Pieces of the puzzle are fitting. The stories, the disciples, the places. It’s like all the sudden, she sees in technicolor!!! When I found out she was interviewing Derral Eves, the Executive Producer of "The Chosen", she was so excited. He did not disappoint. Kathryn doesn't know where you are in your spiritual walk, but she knows this interview will have something in it for you. No matter what your faith or background.Oh and P.S... This episode kicks off Jon and Kathryn doing podcasts interviews together. They will still have guests they interview separately, but anytime they think when they have a guest or message both their audiences will enjoy, they will do a collab!

For Kathryn's 100^thepisode of Kathryn For Real, she recorded her family having a family meeting. This idea came about as she is often asked for great tips on raising kids and ways to keep a family together in a world that always seems to be pulling us apart. Without a doubt, the best thing she ever did to develop a strong family was her weekly family meeting.

Each Sunday, they would meet as a family and Jon would read a devotional, an article or share an inspirational video. Next, they would discuss their family mission statement and how they were living it. Remind each other of their “One Word” for the year and talk about how that was going. Then, each family member would share a challenge they were dealing with, while the other family members would offer solutions.

They learned things that the kids were dealing with that they would have never known without having these meetings. They helped them create a bond that still lasts to this day.

Some might say “We eat dinner together as a family. Isn’t that good enough?” … Of course, it’s great to eat together, but Kathryn found with a busy family whose kids play sports or have a lot of activities, it’s not always easy to eat together. Scheduling a weekly family meeting and making it a priority ensures you will connect more with each other.

Now, let’s face it, busyness and stress can cause a family to run in circles to the point you don’t invest in what matters most… your relationships.

If you miss a week, you must keep at it. Keep scheduling it. Keep fighting for it. Family meetings help you create a strong and calm foundation in the midst of chaos.

From The Gordon Family to yours, we hope this is your best year yet!