Episodes

  • How Will You Recognize the Gift of Your New Normalcy?

    How Will You Recognize the Gift of Your New Normalcy?
    Dec 4 2025
    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?

    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.

    Together, they ask a meaningful question:
    How do you recognize the gift in a season that feels unfamiliar, uncertain, or even a little uncomfortable?

    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.

    A quiet space, a slower schedule, a shift in identity—
    Maybe the new normal isn’t something to fear or fix.
    Maybe it’s something to recognize as a gift.
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    31 mins
  • What if normal IS the gift?

    What if normal IS the gift?
    Nov 21 2025
    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: What if normal is the gift?
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    49 mins
  • When Normal Feels Like a Gift

    When Normal Feels Like a Gift
    Nov 5 2025
    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 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.
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    35 mins
  • The Journey: Embracing the Unexpected with Maree Dee — Caregiving, Faith & Finding Joy

    The Journey: Embracing the Unexpected with Maree Dee — Caregiving, Faith & Finding Joy
    Oct 15 2025
    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.

    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.
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    53 mins
  • The Journey to Authenticity: With Henry DiCarlo

    The Journey to Authenticity: With Henry DiCarlo
    Oct 1 2025
    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.
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • The Journey Part 4: When Journeys Close, Doors Open

    The Journey Part 4: When Journeys Close, Doors Open
    Sep 17 2025
    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.

    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.”
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    28 mins
  • The Journey Part 3: Our Adoption Stories

    The Journey Part 3: Our Adoption Stories
    Sep 5 2025
    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.
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    44 mins
  • The Journey Part 2: Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect

    The Journey Part 2: Loss, Healing, and the Ripple Effect
    Aug 20 2025
    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 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.
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    49 mins