Called & Crowned
Emily Ford
Welcome to Called & Crowned, where soulful entrepreneurship meets purposeful success! Hosted by Emily Ford, a powerhouse entrepreneur and globally acclaimed speaker, this podcast is your go-to resource for transforming dreams into reality with authenticity, clarity, and unshakeable confidence. Since 2011, Emily has been inspiring entrepreneurs to navigate challenges and create impactful personal brands that reflect their God-given purpose.
Join Emily as she brings her vibrant energy and insights, sharing uplifting stories, practical advice, and engaging interviews with world-class guests. Whether you’re looking to elevate your business, align with your mission, or thrive in every aspect of life, Called and Crowned has the tools and inspiration to stand unshaken no matter the challenge, communicate with impact, and shine brightly in everything you do.
Join Emily as she brings her vibrant energy and insights, sharing uplifting stories, practical advice, and engaging interviews with world-class guests. Whether you’re looking to elevate your business, align with your mission, or thrive in every aspect of life, Called and Crowned has the tools and inspiration to stand unshaken no matter the challenge, communicate with impact, and shine brightly in everything you do.
Episodes
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Dec 17, 2025 • 53min
If You’re Afraid to Be Seen, Start Here (Real Talk on Fear, Faith, and Building Your Personal Brand)
You asked, we answered. From the fears that keep you from being seen, to the doubts that challenge your faith, to the questions that stop you from stepping into your calling - no topic is off limits in this episode.
Emily and Jake go through real questions from real people, tackling the struggles you might be afraid to speak out loud. Whether it’s fear of judgment, how to grow a personal brand authentically, or figuring out what God is calling you to, they break it down with practical advice, spiritual insight, and no-fluff honesty.
What You’ll Learn:
How to overcome fear and self-doubt when putting yourself out there
Practical advice for hearing God’s guidance and navigating faith
Lessons on handling relationships and pruning toxic energy
How to stay consistent in growth, business, and spiritual life even when it feels hard
Real strategies for building a personal brand that’s authentic, mission-driven, and sustainable
Timestamps:
(02:31) - Overcoming fear in content creation
(07:50) - Hearing God’s word as a new believer
(17:52) - Navigating friendships while upleveling
(24:11) - The Pruning Method
(27:09) - Pivoting from direct selling to personal branding
(34:20) - How social media accelerates growth
(36:22) - Staying consistent and embracing the long game
(39:49) - The reality of discipline, hard work, and sacrifice
(43:15) - Mission-driven goals and faith in action
(46:42) - Lessons from the story of David & Goliath
Links and Resources:
Book - How to Break Up with Your Friends: Finding Meaning, Connection, and Boundaries in Modern Friendships | https://a.co/d/58Za8oq
Don’t Start Your 2026 Without This (Step-by-Step Prep Guide for Success) | https://open.spotify.com/episode/75OLt304vqFIlV7UyuJmTI?si=34a9f6d4b44a4d0d
The 2026 Vision Episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1e418ARWOjgpkiXz6KTavY?si=78378526791c40fa
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 2min
The 2026 Vision Episode: Gain Clarity, Strategy, and Real Results. Let's do this.
Imagine stepping into 2026 fully prepared, fully aligned, and fully confident that this will be your year. No guessing, no waiting - just clarity, focus, and a plan that actually works.
In this episode, Emily takes you behind the scenes of how she maps her vision and builds a strategic plan that moves across every area of life. By the end, you’ll know exactly where to put your energy, focus your time, and what steps will make 2026 your breakthrough year. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just clear, strategic action that aligns with your values and purpose. If you’re ready to plan strategically, think bigger than ever, and finally step into a year where your vision becomes reality, this episode is for you.
What You’ll Learn:
Align your goals with God’s calling to step confidently into your purpose
Reverse-engineer your biggest goals into clear, actionable steps
Spot personal limitations and excuses to overcome obstacles
Honor the seasonality of your life to know when to push and when to wait
Use visualization and declaration to attract aligned opportunities
Timestamps:
(00:50) - Assess before you increase your vision
(02:49) - Choosing a word for your year
(13:54) - Setting specific goals for 2026
(20:51) - Aligning your goals with your faith
(26:33) - Setting specific, measurable, and emotionally meaningful goals
(33:52) - The role of belief in achieving goals and overcoming self-doubt
(41:37) - Reverse-engineering: making your vision a reality
(48:34) - Identifying personal limitations and excuses
(55:49) - Visualizing and promoting your vision
(58:02) - The importance of accountability and discipline in achieving goals
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Dec 3, 2025 • 47min
Don’t Start Your 2026 Without This (Step-by-Step Prep Guide for Success)
The holidays are in full swing, the year is winding down, and people are rushing to set goals for 2026.
But before you jot down another set of goals, Emily invites you to take a step back and take an honest look at your life buckets. Where are you thriving? Where are you running empty? By understanding the true state of your life buckets, you can set goals that actually support your whole life rather than adding more pressure or overwhelm. This is how you step into 2026 with clarity, intention, and purpose.
What You’ll Learn:
Why most people fail before they even start setting goals
The questions that reveal hidden gaps in your current life
Step-by-step guidance to assess, align, and move forward with clarity
How to recognize divine invitations vs self-made pressure
How to partner with God to set a vision that actually sticks
Timestamps:
(00:54) - Why this season is perfect for reflection
(02:40) - Strategic Planning and Vision Casting
(05:23) - Assessing your life buckets
(08:57) - Rating and reflecting on your life buckets
(32:52) - Identifying areas for improvement
(38:07) - Taking action
(44:18) - Preparing for a God-aligned vision in 2026
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Nov 26, 2025 • 40min
The Real Reason Your Personal Brand Isn’t Taking Off Heading Into 2026 ft. Emily's Exclusive Training Call
Most people overcomplicate personal branding. The real process? It’s simpler, deeper, and more powerful than you think.
Become a Crowned Authority™ in your space at https://www.fordivine.com/
In this episode, you’ll hear some of the most powerful clips from Emily’s recent private training call, where she reveals the exact steps to clarify your message, show up consistently, and build a personal brand that truly resonates. From identifying what you stand for to walking it out in a way that inspires trust and influence, these insights will help you move from stagnant to standout, without the noise, without the overwhelm, and without overthinking every move.
What You’ll Learn:
How to stop overcomplicating your personal brand
Why clarity is the ultimate leverage for influence, impact, and recognition
How to bake, knead, and refine your personal brand
How aligning your brand with your calling naturally amplifies your reach and resonance
How to transform your personal brand from stagnant to magnetic
Timestamps:
(01:47) - What needs to change in your brand?
(04:58) - Showcasing your journey
(10:43) - You are the brand
(13:24) - Creating valuable content: what people really want
(16:47) - Finding your unique brand essence
(27:12) - Your brand is your reputation
(30:09) - Trying on, baking, and perfecting your brand
(34:04) - Faith, obedience, and unlocking favor
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Nov 12, 2025 • 25min
Rest vs Stagnation
If you’ve been telling yourself, you just need a break, but deep down, you know you’re checking out - this episode is for you!
Emily gets real about the hidden tension every legacy-maker faces: am I resting, or am I stagnant? She breaks down the invisible grind, the spiritual resistance, and the quiet seasons that either sharpen your influence or derail your purpose, depending on your choices. Because resting with intention restores your strength, but hiding in the name of rest quietly steals your momentum.
She reveals:
How real progress happens in the boring, unseen, repetitive choices
How to pause, reset, and come back stronger without falling behind
What the pressure you feel is teaching you about your capacity
What your daily actions reveal about your influence and reputation
How to keep moving through doubt, resistance, and frustration
Timestamps:
(01:50) - The truth about momentum no one talks about
(04:54) - Resistance and the battle for belief
(07:47) - The reality of pressure
(09:53) - Rest vs stagnation: how to tell the difference
(11:15) - Burnout doesn’t build legacy
(14:13) - Why you keep starting and stopping
(18:02) - Reputation in Motion: Building your personal brand the right way
(20:27) - You’re not behind. You’re becoming
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Oct 29, 2025 • 56min
Top Lifestyle Creator Grew to 1Mil+ Followers at Age 47 (Here’s How) ft. Caroline Baudino
She didn’t start a brand to go viral. She started it to find herself again.
At 47, Caroline Baudino thought life had passed her by. Her father was sick, her confidence was gone, and her reflection felt like a stranger’s. But instead of breaking down, she gave herself a simple assignment: Get up. Get dressed. And what began as one woman’s daily act of courage evolved into Shop with Caroline, a brand that now inspires nearly a million women to rediscover their worth and their voice.
In this episode, Emily and Caroline unpack the blueprint behind her personal brand - the habits, systems, and mindset shifts that turned authenticity into influence, and influence into impact, because every brand begins with a belief…that who you are is worth being seen.
What You’ll Learn:
Why it’s never too late to rise, rebuild, and be seen
How to turn your real life into your most powerful brand story
Habits that turn visibility into genuine connection
The secret to creating a community that feels like family
How to build a brand that doesn’t burn you out, but brings you alive
Timestamps:
(04:28) - The mirror moment that changed everything
(12:19) - The mantra that rebuilt Caroline’s life
(15:01) - Caroline’s Happy Tools: Simple acts of joy that became the seed of influence
(18:19) - Turning ordinary moments into meaningful content
(21:44) - Why generosity is the secret to longevity and loyalty
(26:01) - The real work behind influence
(31:56) - Your business is not a hobby
(33:35) - The discipline and heart behind Caroline’s content rhythm
(37:07) - Stop overthinking. Start creating.
(40:37) - Taking the filter off: Why authenticity is the real glow-up
(43:46) - Nothing to hide, nothing to prove
(47:11) - Love over money
Shop With Caroline
Amazon Shop | https://www.amazon.com/shop/shop.with.caroline
LTK | https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shop.with.caroline
Shop my | https://shopmy.us/shop/shop.with.caroline
Celebrity Owned | https://celebrityowned.com/collections/shop-caroline-baudinos-closet
Connect with Caroline:
Website | https://being-caroline.com/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/shop.with.caroline/
Facebook | https://links.being-caroline.com/facebook/beingcaroline
TikTok | https://links.being-caroline.com/tiktok/beingcaroline
YouTube | https://links.being-caroline.com/youtube/channel/beingcaroline
Coming in Hot Podcast | https://dearmedia.com/shows/coming-in-hot/
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Oct 22, 2025 • 45min
From Invisible to Crowned Authority: Build a Personal Brand That People Trust
You can’t build influence if people don’t trust you. And you can’t build trust if your brand doesn’t reflect who you are.
In this rapid-fire Q&A, Emily and Jake break down personal branding that converts, how to overcome the fear of sharing your story, choose your one thing when you have ten passions, and step into Crowned Authority (so clients find you).
She reveals:
The real reason you’re scared to share (and how to break it)
What “Crown Authority” means and how to walk in it
Why most brands fail before they begin (and how to build one that lasts)
How to find your message when you feel called to many things
Why spiritual alignment matters more than aesthetics
Timestamps:
(01:43) - Overcoming the fear of being seen
(06:29) - Why your brand must be personal
(09:28) - Finding your message when you have too many passions
(11:43) - Is your brand aligned or all over the place?
(14:10) - Why consistency alone doesn’t create clients
(16:23) - Stepping into Crowned Authority
(19:43) - How to go “pro” spiritually and professionally
(24:54) - The cost of clinging to an outdated brand
(29:47) - Visual identity, trust, and recognition
(33:55) - Personal Brand Health Check: Green, Yellow, Red
(41:10) - What’s left when you strip everything away
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Oct 15, 2025 • 53min
What Most People Get Wrong About Love & How To Stay In It ft. Moll Anderson
Love doesn’t end in one dramatic moment. It fades slowly in silence - in the kiss we don’t give, the words we leave unsaid, and the gratitude we forget to express. That’s where intimacy slips away.
In this episode, Emily welcomes back her dear friend, Emmy-winning entertainment reporter and lifestyle expert, Moll Anderson, to unpack the quiet truths about love that most couples miss. Together, they explore the practices and mindsets that protect intimacy, the environments that shape connection, and the spiritual truths that make love endure through every season.
What You’ll Learn:
The six-second kiss that can rewire intimacy and connection
Why connection requires daily intention
Habits that transform your home into a sanctuary of love
Why gratitude is the secret language of love
Why it’s never too late to reinvent your brand, your home, or your heart
Timestamps:
(01:35) - The six-second kiss that changes everything
(05:26) - Why 47 minutes of daily connection matters
(06:48) - The link between home environment and intimacy
(10:33) - Intentionality in action: How Your Home Shapes Your Heart
(14:39) - Letting go of shame from past relationships
(19:25) - Marriage, work, and friendships: Why your circle matters
(22:53) - The mindset shift that unlocks new seasons of life
(28:28) - The most damaging habit in marriage you must end
(33:33) - How gratitude and generosity protect your family legacy
(37:20) - Love, style, and closets: why little things matter in marriage
(43:20) - Small acts of grace that keep the love strong
(49:35) - The power of gratitude in love and marriage
(51:29) - The truth about nagging and the myth of greener grass
Grab Your Copy of Moll’s Books:
Change Your Home Change Your Life With Color | https://www.mollanderson.com/book
Seductive Tables For Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance | https://a.co/d/2eGL3gg
The Seductive Home | https://a.co/d/fURx62i
The Seductive Home: Limited Edition | https://a.co/d/fxGcePU
Connect with Moll Anderson
Website | https://www.mollanderson.com/
Instagram | https://instagram.com/mollanderson
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mollanderson
Pinterest | http://www.pinterest.com/magazinescom/moll-anderson/
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Oct 8, 2025 • 1h 16min
“It’s a Trap!" Ruslan KD on Hustle Culture, Rejecting God, and the Lies We Live
Most people don’t realize they’re addicted to the very pain they’re trying to escape.
In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Emily and Jake sit down with Ruslan KD to unpack the hidden addictions behind hustle culture, the modern epidemic of performing for approval, and why rejecting God often feels like freedom… until it doesn’t.
What You’ll Learn:
The difference between selfish ambition and Godly Ambition
How to know if your goals come from calling or ego
How pain and pruning prepare you for purpose
What it means to lead with peace instead of pressure
Why purpose is revealed through surrender, not striving
Timestamps:
11:03) - Ruslan’s journey from atheism to faith
(13:28) - Finding certainty in faith
(15:41) - When ambition becomes surrender
(18:40) - When God rebuilds what you laid down
(25:19) - Breaking free from validation and fame
(29:04) - How God refined Ruslan’s vision for success
(36:04) - The fine line between awareness and overconsumption
(41:23) - The difference between Ambition and Godly Ambition
(47:01) - Why “leading a quiet life” doesn’t mean playing small
(49:52) - The “Calling” Trifecta: How to find your calling
(52:25) - Purpose vs Assignment: When God changes your mission
(59:44) - The lie of “having it all” and the truth about seasons
(1:12:53) - Ruslan’s prayer for surrender and Godly Ambition
Get your copy of Ruslan’s Book:
Godly Ambition: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Time, Talent, and Treasure | https://a.co/d/btetVds
Connect with Ruslan
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ruslankd
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Ruslankd
Threads | https://www.threads.com/@ruslankd
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/ruslankd
The Ruslan KD Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/47LY6cabdJ6WiCaQkHwicq
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
Oct 1, 2025 • 1h 6min
From Hairstylist to 8-Figure CEO: Scaling Lessons for Every Entrepreneur ft. Terra Harvell
If your income stops the moment you stop working, you don’t own a business - you own a job. Too many entrepreneurs stay trapped in this cycle, mistaking hard work for wealth. The truth is, hustle will never scale.
Terra Harvell broke out of that game. Once “just a hairdresser,” she went from standing behind the chair to scaling Harper Ellis Hair Co. into an 8-figure brand. Now, she’s rewriting the rules for hairstylists everywhere, teaching them how to scale their business, build lasting wealth, and create not just their dream life, but their legacy.
In this episode, Emily sits down with Terra to uncover the exact principles that transformed her journey. If you’ve ever felt capped by your time, your income, or your industry, this conversation will show you what’s possible when you choose to build differently.
What You’ll Learn:
Why hustle and hard work alone can’t create scalable wealth
The truth about wealth vs income
Leadership standards that unlock scaling
Branding as the hidden multiplier in business growth
How to align your business with your deepest calling
Timestamps:
(02:09) - When Terra discovered her worth
(03:25) - The shift to CEO thinking
(04:14) - The trap of trading time for money (and how to escape it)
(05:39) - The first move to scale
(08:11) - How to scale by doing what you do best
(13:16) - Breaking limiting beliefs as a leader
(15:41) - Leadership standards that create a lasting culture
(21:56) - Scaling with conviction
(29:24) - Who should you hire first to truly scale your business
(31:54) - Simplifying your financials
(34:38) - Maximizing income-producing activities
(38:10) - The Stop, Start, and Delegate Strategy
(44:53) - Personal branding: the foundation for influence
(54:15) - Real stories of stylists growing beyond the chair
(58:31) - How faith guides you to your true calling
Discover Harper Ellis Hair Co.
Website | https://www.harperellishair.com/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harperellishairco/
TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harperellishairco
Facebook | https://www.tiktok.com/@harperellishairco
Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/harperellishairco/
Connect with Terra:
Website | https://terraharvell.com/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theterraharvell/
Podcast | theterraharvell.komi.io
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@TheTerraHarvell
More from Emily & FORDIVINE:
Website | https://meetemilyford.com
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD
Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com/calledandcrowned/
FORDIVINE | https://www.fordivine.com/
