Welcome to Vitality Conversations! This podcast explores life-giving conversations from a biblical perspective, offering clear insights and actionable steps for your physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Vitality Conversations is a ministry of WaterStone Church.
Active Rest: Finding God in the Waiting with Nikki Blanton
What if waiting isn’t wasted time? In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with Nikki Blanton to talk about what it looks like to slow down, listen for God, and trust Him with the next step. Nikki shares how God has been shaping Heartbeat for Jesus through movement, ministry, community, and seasons of active rest. This conversation is a reminder that even when we pause, God is still working—and sometimes the stillness is where He gives us the clarity to keep moving forward.
6 Apr 2026
Feeling Off? Finding the Root Cause with Lacy Laney
In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with physical therapist Lacy Laney to explore the connection between pain, inflammation, stress, and whole-body wellness. After walking through her own health journey with mold illness, Lacy shares how understanding your body—from genetics to lifestyle habits—can help uncover the why behind feeling unwell. Together, they discuss practical ways to steward your health, the importance of rest, and how small changes can lead to better living.
2 Feb 2026
No Child Should Grieve Alone with Tamari Miller
Grief can feel like a storm—especially for children and families who don’t know where to turn. In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with her longtime friend Tamari Miller, a grief-support leader with over 25 years of experience, to talk about hope, healing, and why community matters after loss.
Tamari shares the heart behind her new nonprofit, The Umbrella Project—a mobile grief support program created to remove barriers like transportation, cost, and awareness so families can access support right in their own communities. Together, Rana and Tamari discuss why grief is a journey (not an incident), how play helps children process trauma, and why caregivers need support too.
You’ll also hear the powerful meaning behind the name Umbrella Project: something that covers you in the storm so you can keep walking forward—one step at a time.
This conversation is for anyone navigating loss, supporting a grieving family, or looking for practical ways to bring comfort, dignity, and hope in the middle of heartbreak.
5 Jan 2026
Let’s Talk AI with Debbie Goldbarth
Is AI something to fear…or a tool you can use wisely with your family and faith? In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with career coach and leadership facilitator Debbie Goldbarth to unpack what artificial intelligence really is and how it’s already woven into our everyday lives—from maps and search engines to Canva, Planning Center, and more.
Together they talk about why AI is “just a tool,” how to steward it like any other technology, and the ethical guardrails believers can use to stay grounded in God’s truth. Debbie walks through the A.B.I.D.E. framework—Accountability, Bias awareness, Image of God, Dependence on God, and Edification—to help you filter how you and your kids engage with AI for school, work, creativity, and even fun family nights.
If you’ve felt overwhelmed, curious, or a little nervous about AI, this life-giving conversation will help you move from fear to discernment—so you can stay relevant to today’s culture without compromising your values, and keep living on mission in a digital world.
1 Dec 2025
Simple Choices, Lasting Change — with Rianna Sanchez
Could better health really be as simple as making one small change at a time? In this episode of Vitality Conversations, host Rana Smith sits down with Rianna Sanchez, a clinical nutritionist and new mom, to talk about the connection between faith, food, and intentional living. Together, they explore how small daily choices—like eating real food, slowing down, resting, and honoring your body—can have a profound impact on your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. This uplifting and practical conversation reminds us that caring for our bodies is one of the simplest and most powerful ways we can honor God and live with vitality.
3 Nov 2025
Understanding ADHD with Dr. Dana O’Keefe: What Every Parent Should Know
Could your child’s ADHD symptoms be connected to more than just focus? In this episode of Vitality Conversations, host Rana Smith talks with Dr. Dana O’Keefe about how gut health, diet, and modern toxins may play a surprising role in attention and behavior. They explore why ADHD cases have skyrocketed since the 1990s, what hidden factors could be affecting your child’s brain, and how simple lifestyle changes—like better food, more movement, and less screen time—can make a lasting impact. A practical and faith-filled discussion for parents who want to support their kids in body, mind, and spirit.
6 Oct 2025
Feel It, Don’t Fix It: Grief, Growth, and Everyday Tools with Michele Hayden
What if healing starts not by fixing—but by feeling? In this candid episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana Smith sits down with guidance counselor and adjunct instructor Michele Hayden to talk about moving from numbness to meaningful recovery. Michele shares her journey through early loss, caring for a mother with cancer, and life as a first-responder family—plus why counseling, movement, journaling, and clear boundaries matter. Together they offer practical, faith-rooted steps to be an “ever learner” in grief: normalize getting help, process before you pour, care for your spiritual, emotional, and physical health, and build community support that actually helps. Encouragement and tools for anyone walking through hard seasons—and those who love them.
9 Sept 2025
When the Unexpected Happens: Finding Strength Through Trials with Raeli Miller
What do you do when life takes a turn you never expected for your child or your family? In this powerful episode of Vitality Conversations, host Rana Smith sits down with her daughter, Raeli Miller, to share their journeys of walking through unexpected challenges, from health crises to seasons of uncertainty. Together, they speak candidly about pain, surrender, and the importance of community support, while holding fast to the truth that God is present in every moment. This heartfelt conversation is filled with honesty, hope, and encouragement for anyone navigating life’s unexpected turns.
Vitality Conversations is a ministry of WaterStone Church. (https://www.mywaterstone.church/)
4 Aug 2025
Unlocking Your Child's Potential: Identity, Grace, and Growth with Raeli Miller
What if you could see the future potential of your child—and know exactly how to nurture it? In this insightful episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana Smith and special guest Raeli Miller discuss practical strategies for recognizing and encouraging the unique gifts within every child. Through relatable experiences in ministry, education, and parenting, they unpack how establishing a foundation of identity, grace, and clear purpose can empower children at every stage of life. Discover how small, intentional moments today can shape your child’s confidence, resilience, and future success.
Vitality Conversations is a ministry of WaterStone Church (https://myWaterStone.Church).
7 Jul 2025
Flipping the Script: Rana Smith’s Story of Faith, Friendship, and Resilience (feat. Beth Cannon)
Beth Cannon interviews Rana Smith about her 30-year journey of friendship, ministry, and navigating grief after the loss of her husband, highlighting the power of faith and God's grace.
2 Jun 2025
The Importance of Rest: Practical Steps to Peace with Catherine Canone (Part 2)
Catherine Canone and Rana Smith examine the true meaning of rest, discuss the risks of constant activity, and share methods for incorporating restful activities into everyday life in this interview.
5 May 2025
Facing Anxiety: Practical Steps to Peace with Catherine Canone (Part 1)
Catherine Canone explores practical steps to manage anxiety and build healthier responses in everyday life, offering tools for listeners to move toward greater calm, in an interview with Rana Smith.
7 Apr 2025
Setting Goals, Creating Change: A Path to Success with Michele Hayden
Rana Smith interviews Michele Hayden about setting achievable goals and creating actionable plans, providing listeners with practical tips for staying motivated and overcoming obstacles in pursuit of their dreams in this interview.
3 Mar 2025
Planning for Tomorrow: Wills, Trusts & Securing Your Future with Dianne Reynolds
Rana Smith interviews Dianne Reynolds about the critical components of wills, trusts, and estate planning, offering listeners actionable guidance on securing their future and protecting loved ones.
3 Feb 2025
Sleep, Coffee and Hormones with Rianna Sanchez
Rianna Sanchez discusses the interconnectedness of sleep, coffee, and hormones, particularly cortisol, and its effects on energy and health in an interview with Rana Smith.
6 Jan 2025
The Power of Words: How What We Say Can Heal with Franchesca Cook
Licensed mental health counselor Franchesca Cook discusses with host Rana Smith how words impact healing and trust, providing insights on using language to empower ourselves and others in this interview.
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Catherine Canone
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