The four hosts of We Take the Stairs form a dynamic collective, united by a shared passion for authentic storytelling, personal growth, faith, and transformative dialogue. Their rich tapestry of cultural backgrounds and life experiences create a podcast that resonates with honesty, empathy, and hope. As co-hosts, they bring to the table a deep belief in the power of connection, whether through conviction, kindness, or shared stories, to inspire change and build bridges between people. Their discussions are grounded in sincerity and an openness to learn from one another. With a commitment to honesty, humility, and empowerment, they invite listeners into a space where vulnerability meets transformation, encouraging everyone to take the stairs—one meaningful step at a time.
We Take the Stairs Podcast
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Podcast Overview
The four hosts of We Take the Stairs form a dynamic collective, united by a shared passion for authentic storytelling, personal growth, faith, and transformative dialogue. Their rich tapestry of cultural backgrounds and life experiences create a podcast that resonates with honesty, empathy, and hope. As co-hosts, they bring to the table a deep belief in the power of connection, whether through conviction, kindness, or shared stories, to inspire change and build bridges between people. Their discussions are grounded in sincerity and an openness to learn from one another. With a commitment to honesty, humility, and empowerment, they invite listeners into a space where vulnerability meets transformation, encouraging everyone to take the stairs—one meaningful step at a time.
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April 3, 2026
Shot and Paralyzed at 22 — Then He Found God | Pablo's Story | Season 3
<p>Episode Description</p><p>What do you feel in the moment someone shoots you? For Pablo, it wasn't fear or rage — it was love and understanding. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Let's Break Bread, Rachel and Jackson sit down with Pablo, a young man whose life was shattered — and rebuilt — in ways he never could have planned.<br>Paralyzed from the chest down at 22 after being shot by someone he was trying to help, Pablo shares a journey that spans rebellion, estrangement, the cannabis industry, Colombia, psychosis, and an unexpected encounter with the Holy Spirit that changed everything.<br>Told through the lens of the Prodigal Son, this is a story about identity, purpose, forgiveness, grace — and why God sometimes doesn't meet you halfway. He comes all the way to you.</p><p><br>Timestamps</p><p>00:00 — Welcome & the Prodigal Son framework<br>02:04 — Pablo's story: Colombia, rebellion, and coming home<br>03:48 — Meeting a friend in need and the cannabis industry<br>05:30 — When helping someone becomes dangerous<br>07:00 — Shot nine times. Paralyzed from the chest down.<br>07:55 — What Pablo felt in that moment (you won't expect this)<br>09:46 — The phone call to his mom and what it meant<br>12:16 — Sleep deprivation, psychosis, and understanding the shooter<br>13:27 — Pablo's spiritual awakening four months ago<br>15:30 — Grace: from Windows 98 to AI<br>17:07 — Tony Robbins, a hospital bed, and the word "grace"<br>18:48 — Jackson explains the Baptism of the Holy Spirit<br>20:51 — The hospital, the fire department, and "Mom, this is big"<br>23:02 — Ephesians 3:16–19: the scripture that came at 3:30am<br>24:13 — Your gift of discernment: how to steward it<br>26:20 — Advice for mothers of prodigal sons<br>29:30 — What Pablo would say to young men today<br>31:42 — Fear vs. love: which is the better motivator for obedience?<br>34:11 — The small pebbles are harder than the boulders<br>37:09 — Identities Pablo had to release: money, status, body<br>41:21 — Jim Carrey, Solomon, and the void only God can fill<br>50:34 — What would you tell someone heading away from God?<br>51:42 — What's next for Pablo?<br>56:10 — Jeremiah 1 & a prophetic declaration over Pablo's life<br>59:05 — The Chosen, Little James, and Pablo's wheelchair as a superpower<br>01:03:30 — Mat carriers: who's lowering you through the roof?<br>01:05:09 — We Takes & closing words</p><p><br>Key Quotes</p><p>"The only thing I felt when he shot me was love and understanding. I knew it wasn't him." — Pablo</p><p>"Fear of God is not hell-avoidance. It's understanding that the worst possible thing is to be separated from Him." — Jackson</p><p>"Most of the prisons we live in exist in our own minds." — Rachel</p><p>"Fear nothing else but God. As long as that's at the center, you'll be okay." — Pablo</p><p>"Your hands, your work, your voice, your story — that is your worship." — Jackson</p><p>"Through suffering, we come to terms with the truth of who we truly are." — Rachel</p><p><br>SEO Tags</p><p>faith testimony, prodigal son story, paralyzed man finds God, Christian podcast, spinal cord injury faith, Holy Spirit baptism, grace meaning Christianity, forgiveness after trauma, young men and God, spiritual awakening story, let's break bread podcast, real talk faith, men's Christian podcast, finding purpose after tragedy, Pablo testimony, Jackson and Rachel podcast, mat carriers Bible, Jeremiah 1:5, Ephesians 3 16, fear of God vs love of God, The Chosen paraplegic scene, identity in Christ, sleep deprivation psychosis, prodigal son modern story</p><p>Connect & Share</p><p>If this episode moved you, share it with someone who's walking away from God, someone rebuilding their identity, or a mom who hasn't stopped praying for her son.</p>
March 27, 2026
Why Men Go Quiet and Women Get Louder | Season 2
<p>In this episode of We Take the Stairs, the conversation gets real about something almost everyone has experienced — but few know how to fix:</p><p>The breakdown of communication between men and women.</p><p>Why is it that when things get hard…<br>men tend to go quiet —<br>and women feel like they have to get louder just to be heard?</p><p>This episode unpacks the emotional and psychological patterns behind that disconnect, revealing how both men and women are often reacting to the same core need:</p><p>to feel understood, respected, and safe.</p><p><br>Together, the group explores:</p><p>Why men shut down instead of opening up<br>Why women escalate when they don’t feel heard<br>The difference between feeling respected vs feeling loved<br>How small communication habits create major relationship gaps<br>Why men often try to “fix” problems instead of listening<br>How women can feel unseen even when men are trying<br>The role of tone, timing, and emotional awareness in conversations</p><p><br>Through real stories and honest reflection, this episode highlights a powerful truth:</p><p>Most relationship conflict isn’t about the issue — it’s about how we communicate through it.<br>And if we don’t learn to understand each other’s language…<br>we slowly start to lose each other.</p><p>Episode Chapters</p><p>00:00 – Welcome & Episode Setup<br>02:00 – The Core Problem: Communication Breakdown<br>05:00 – Why Men Go Quiet<br>09:00 – Why Women Get Louder<br>13:00 – Feeling Heard vs Feeling Respected<br>17:00 – The “Fix It” vs “Feel It” Dynamic<br>22:00 – How Miscommunication Builds Resentment<br>27:00 – Emotional Triggers in Relationships<br>32:00 – Real-Life Examples of Communication Fails<br>38:00 – Tone, Timing & Delivery Matter<br>43:00 – Learning Each Other’s Communication Style<br>49:00 – Creating Emotional Safety<br>54:00 – Final We Takes: How to Do It Better</p><p><br>Key Takeaways</p><p>Men often shut down when they feel disrespected or overwhelmed<br>Women often escalate when they feel unheard or unsupported<br>Most arguments aren’t about the topic — they’re about delivery and emotion<br>Understanding your partner’s communication style is essential<br>Healthy communication requires intentional effort from both sides</p><p><br>SEO Keywords</p><p>relationship communication problems, why men shut down, why women get emotional, communication in relationships, men vs women communication styles, emotional safety in relationships, relationship advice podcast, We Take the Stairs</p>
March 20, 2026
Men Feel Used. Women Feel Exhausted. No One’s Talking About It | Season 2
<p>In this episode of We Take the Stairs, Rachel, Dusty, and Jackson dive into a challenging and often avoided conversation:</p><p>Why are more men returning to the church — while many women are stepping away?</p><p>Starting with a controversial passage from 1 Timothy 2:11–15, the conversation explores how scripture is often misunderstood, taken out of context, and used in ways that push people — especially women — away from faith.</p><p>But this episode goes deeper than theology.</p><p>It unpacks the real tension between modern culture and biblical design, including:</p><p>The struggle modern women feel with words like submission<br>Why men feel valued primarily for money and success<br>How society has reshaped masculinity — and often labeled it “toxic”<br>The difference between leadership and provision<br>Why communication between men and women is breaking down<br>How respect, listening, and emotional safety shape relationships</p><p>Jackson shares powerful insight into how men think and communicate — including why men often shut down instead of speaking up, and how something as simple as feeling heard changes everything.</p><p>The episode ultimately reframes leadership:<br>It’s not about control. It’s about service.<br>And asks a deeper question:<br>What if the solution isn’t choosing sides — but learning how to understand each other again?</p><p><br>Episode Chapters</p><p>00:00 – Welcome & Episode Setup<br>02:00 – The Scripture That Sparks the Conversation<br>05:00 – Why “Submission” Feels Difficult Today<br>08:00 – Feminism, Culture & Too Many Choices<br>11:00 – Context Matters: Understanding the Bible Correctly<br>15:00 – Identity in Christ vs Cultural Identity<br>19:00 – Women Carrying Multiple Roles Today<br>23:00 – Why Men Feel Valued Only for Money<br>27:00 – Communication Breakdown Between Men & Women<br>31:00 – Why Men Shut Down Emotionally<br>35:00 – Respect vs Love: What Men Actually Need<br>40:00 – Real-Life Example: Men Want to Solve Problems<br>45:00 – When Communication Goes Wrong (Relatable Story)<br>49:00 – Leadership vs Provision Explained<br>53:00 – Servant Leadership in Marriage<br>57:00 – Final We Takes: Respect, Grace & Growth</p><p><br>Key Takeaways</p><p>Men and women are not competing — they’re designed to complement<br>Leadership is service, not control<br>Men often shut down because they don’t feel heard or respected<br>Women often feel overwhelmed because they’re carrying too much<br>Communication — not assumption — is the bridge</p><p><br>SEO Keywords</p><p>men returning to church, women leaving church, Christian relationships, biblical gender roles, submission and leadership, masculinity in modern culture, relationship communication, respect in relationships, We Take the Stairs podcast</p>
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