Discovering Redemption: An Interview with Author Matt Posey
Matt Posey is an inspirational speaker, writer of redemption stories, and constant recipient of God’s grace and forgiveness. He enjoys “redemption carpentry,” taking old, worn out items and creating something beautiful from them. He has suffered from Tourette’s disorder since childhood, has witnessed firsthand the devastation of addiction, and currently serves as a sponsor in a Christ-centered recovery program. Although he claims Texas as home, Matt lives in northern Utah with his wife and two children.
In this episode of Roundy's Rants, raves, and Reviews, we sit down with Matt Posey, a dedicated father, dog lover, and author of 'A Haunt for Owls'. Matt opens up about his struggles with self-perception and worthiness, his influences, and his upcoming novel 'The Burn'. Tune in for an engaging discussion about faith, resilience, and the redemptive power of storytelling.

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00:00 Introduction and Misconceptions About Salvation
00:32 Meet Matt Posey: Background and Personal Life
02:55 Matt's Rant: The Concept of Redemption
05:08 Personal Struggles and Realizations
10:23 The Birth of 'A Haunt for Owls'
16:31 Unexpected Success: Fully Funded Novel
18:14 Influences and Inspirations: Childhood Reads
20:12 Redemption Stories: The Shack and The Ragamuffin Gospel
21:36 The Concept of Redemption
24:45 Upcoming Novel: The Burn
27:44 Engaging Audiences: From Youth Groups to Comedy
30:47 Future Projects and Audio Books
32:36 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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00:00 A Tragic Beginning: The Story of Cliff Evans

01:27 The Aftermath: School and Family Reactions

03:11 Reflecting on Cliff's Life and Legacy

06:33 The Teacher's Resolve: Making a Difference

07:18 Teaching Respect and Integrity

09:19 A Personal Anecdote: Fear and Acceptance

11:26 The Power of Voice and Storytelling

13:17 Conclusion: Sharing Your Light

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00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:44 Weekly Episodes and Guest Interviews
02:41 Sponsorship and Personal Motivation
04:12 Introduction of Janika Byington
04:27 Janika's Arts Center and Activities
08:54 Voice Lessons and Confidence Building
18:50 Eva the Poet and Mental Health
23:27 Sandra and the Spit Joint Festival
24:47 Quick Start and Initial Conversations
25:07 Networking and Contact Exchange
26:24 Excitement and Sharing Stories
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30:52 Insights on Writing and Collaboration
37:21 Interview with Diana Catlin
43:04 Autism Awareness and Community Building
48:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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