That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

EnneaSummer series kicks off with Enneagram expert Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober talking about triads and relationships. They explore Enneagram types, traits, shared emotions, and how to use the system for self-improvement and better connections. Dive into the gut and heart triads, understand motivations, fears, and desires, and get ready for an insightful journey into the Enneagram world.

EnneaSummer 2024 delves into Enneagram triads and relationships with personal experiences from Enneagram numbers, expert insights on Gut, Heart, and Head Triads, and discussions on healthier relationships. A fascinating series that offers valuable self-awareness and relationship dynamics.

When we were thinking about who could usher us into our summer sabbath and help us really think about  resting well, we knew it had to be one of our favorite pastors and leaders, John Eldredge. I'm so grateful for John and the wisdom he always shares as we walk into the next season. We talk a lot about taking care of the condition of our soul, asking God what we need this summer, and what life with God looks like. If you aren’t listening to John's podcast, Wild At Heart, you know I don’t like to “should” people around here, but you have GOT TO CHECK IT OUT. It is seriously a don’t miss podcast for me and they even have an episode about summer soul care that would be another great one to listen to.Remember that we won't have any new episodes releasing next week but there are PLENTY of episodes (897 to be exact) that you can go back and listen to. That Sounds Fun will be back on July 8 with one of your favorite series!As we're resting well, if you're looking for a good summer read, here are a few of my favorite books by John Eldredge. The Sacred Romance Get Your Life Back Beautiful Outlaw . . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsor!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .Other topics we cover in today's episode:Resting well, what is a sustainable life, discipleship, slowing down, soul care, fear of deprivation, sabbath, asking God what He has for you, doing life with God. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I get to talk to my new friend, Emily Morrow about all things clean eating and toxins and, well…all things crunchy. I’m SO fascinated by all we can learn about the food we eat, the products we use, and why talking about our physical health matters. Y’all know I want to live to be a 100 AND I want to keep learning forever, so I’m fascinated by people like Emily who can teach us things we might not know. Her new book, Really Very Crunchy is a GREAT resource, and I just loved getting to meet Emily. Isn’t this such a fun summer conversation?!Head over to @thatsoundsfunpodcast on IG and enter to win your own signed copy of Really Very Crunchy.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors! Beam: Get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/TSF and use code TSF at checkout.Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun.Lumen: Go to lumen.me/TSF and get 15% off your Lumen.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .Other topics we cover in today's episode:being a social media influencer, how to travel for free, trusting God, how to be successful, how to be crunchy, what does living crunchy mean , living a healthy lifestyle, stewarding resources, shame, feeling inadequate, eating organic, crunchy on a budget, grounding, sleep, co-sleeping. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Jordan St. Cyr my new favorite Christian music artist?? MAYBE! It’s been SO inspiring to see Jordan release new music and be such a light in the music community while dealing with challenging personal things with his family at the same time. Y’all are absolutely going to love hearing his story and his heart, and his new album My Foundation has something for ALL of us as we experience God’s faithfulness.Read more about Jordan and his daughter's story in this recent People Magazine article.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.ButcherBox: Sign up today at butcherbox.com/tsf and use code TSF at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every  box for an entire year, plus get $20 off!Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order by going to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .Other topics we cover in today's episode:parenting through moving, following God's will, hearing the voice of God, being faithful to what God has given you, ego, giving up control, tour culture, raising children. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson discuss racial healing and their book 'Living Undivided'. They emphasize the need for reconciliation and intentional action. The conversation covers Juneteenth, racial justice, heavenly diversity, and addressing racism through relationships.

Y’all, I’m so excited for you to hear this one…especially as we head into Father’s Day weekend! One of our favorite friends (and Dads!), Willie Robertson is in the studio talking all about sharing your faith, connecting people to the Bible, and why we love Nashville. Although Willie might be best known as a member of the Duck Dynasty, he is most passionate about his role as a Gospeler. Over the years, he has shared the Good News of Jesus with others and he encourages us to do the same in this brand new book, Gospeler. It’s such a helpful resource as we keep stretching and growing in how we share the gospel and talk about our faith.I loved how the book of Acts weaved through this entire conversation! Check out our Let's Read the Gospels series about the book of Acts on our Spotify Playlist.. . . .Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.. . . . .Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single?. . . . .Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests!#thatsoundsfunpodcast. . . . .Thank you to our sponsors!BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month.Thrive Causemetics: Get an exclusive 10% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF.KiwiCo: Get 20% off on your Summer Adventure Series at kiwico.com/funsummer.. . . . .If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form!. . . . .Other topics we cover in today's episode:Fruit of the Spirit, business leadership, humility, how to share your faith, lonlieness, baptism, doing Gospel work, dealing with failure, sharing your story. . . . .NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Talk Kim, pastor and author, discusses the power of prayer, words, and softness in life. She challenges listeners to embrace vulnerability and spread love while navigating singlehood and relationships as a Christian woman. The conversation delves into personal storytelling for spiritual growth, submission in relationships, and the transformative effects of self-prayer for personal transformation.

So, here’s where I left you in November. I knew, part way through my time here last fall, that I wasn’t done yet. That God wasn’t done yet. That this story wasn’t done yet.If you have thoughts to share, there’s a great place for that on instagram… @thatsoundsfunpodcast. I’d love to hear anything that came up for you in this episode and any suggestions of topics you’d like to hear future episodes about.Check out my instagram page @afdinnycListen to all AFD in NYC Episodes HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As I get ready to spend my Summer Sabbath in the City, I want to share the WHOLE story of how I came to be AFD in NYC. So every day this week, we’re sharing the series of episodes from last fall called AFD in NYC—all leading up to a brand new episode on June 8th where I’m going to tell you why I chose to rest in the city instead of somewhere quiet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices