Upnext At The Stream

While millions of young millennials are searching for their identities, 18-year-old revivalist Kyle Dendy found his in Christ. On this episode of UpNext, Kyle shares his story of how God took his small beginnings and gave him a dream for revival. Listen in as Kyle and Gabrielle discuss: - overcoming the stereotypes of being young - engaging your friends’ assistance to achieve your calling - changing the world through broken dreams Learn more about Kyle Dendy at kyledendy.com.

This special election-day episode of UpNext features The Stream's executive editor, Jay Richards, on what Christians can expect from this election. Listen in as Gabrielle and Jay discuss: - how close this presidential election is, and why - what drives people of faith both away and toward Trump - why this election is about the next 40 years, not the next four Follow Jay on Twitter for live election coverage at @FreeMarketJay.

Elyse Murphy is a pastor and a preacher’s kid who can’t keep a secret — but knows the power of honesty and learning tenacity through experience. She shares her journey from many fears and heartbreaks to learning to fully trust God with her life, and the power that comes from submission to Godly authority. Listen in as Gabrielle and Elyse discuss: - Challenges every kid raised in the church faces - How searching for our passion can cost us our purpose - Finding meaning by embracing life's mundane moments Read more about Elyse and her book at confessionsofachurchkid.com.

On this week’s episode, Gabrielle shares from her experience interviewing hundreds of millennial leaders and the most important lesson they have to share: find a mentor. Listen in as Gabrielle explains: - Three things rockstar entrepreneurs know about mentoring that you don't - How taking someone out to lunch every month will change your life - What "reverse-mentoring" is and why you should do it now

Kaeley Triller never planned on becoming an activist. She was a communications director at the local YMCA when the LGBT lobby's push to open women's lockerrooms and bathrooms to men who identify as women cost her her job. As a rape survivor, she wrote an online journal entry about why this matters for women's safety and found herself on the front lines of the fight for privacy in public places. Listen in as Gabrielle and Kaeley discuss: Creating a career out of what makes you cry Finding common ground with radical feminists in the fight against injustice Why the Church needs to stand up for women on this issue How writing one blog can change your life You can follow Kaeley’s work at JustWantPrivacy on Facebook.

How can you overcome your doubts in your journey into entrepreneurship? Ursula Lauriston, founder and editor in chief of Capitol Standard, went from working for the State Department to growing her magazine and turning it into a successful business. Listen in as she shares from the ups and downs of her journey and she and Gabrielle discuss: - Harnessing the power of being in a powerful place - Quitting your job to fulfill your purpose - Learning to embrace the darkest and hardest time in your life For more about Ursula and her work, visit capitolstandard.com.

How do we invite our neighbors to engage with God’s Word? Justin Murff, director of Museum of the Bible Studios, talks about how to share the most banned and beloved book ever written by trusting in the power of the personal narrative in the Bible. Listen in as he and Gabrielle discuss: - How to take Sunday School into the 21st century - Why the Bible is the most provocative book in the world - How to experience the Bible for the first time To learn more about Justin’s ecumenical work with “people of the Book,” visit mBible.org.

On this special episode of UpNext, Gabrielle convenes Stream contributor Josh Charles and fan favorite Brian Bosché to talk about the upcoming election and the struggles millennial Christians have in making their choice. Listen in as the group discusses: — What millennial Christians should be thinking about the election — What would the founders do? — What does this election tell us about America's greatest need? — Why are so many millennials planning to sit out this election when they're the largest voting bloc in America today?

Autumn Leva is a young woman pursuing her calling to fight for true social justice as the director of public policy at Family Policy Alliance. On this episode of UpNext, she shares her perspective on the battle for traditional marriage and the fight for women’s safety and privacy. Listen and be encouraged as she and Gabrielle discuss: — Why millennials are NOT the lost generation — The power of having a reasonable faith — A pro-woman take on transgender bathrooms To learn more about Autumn’s important work, visit Family Policy Alliance at http://familypolicyalliance.com/issues/

What’s it like to be one of the very few women flying the Kiowa Warrior helicopter? Gabrielle interviews Amber Smith, veteran combat helicopter pilot and author of the new book, Danger Close: My Epic Journey as a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan. Listen in as Gabrielle and Amber discuss: — What it was like being a young woman in the military — Amber’s work as a veterans’ advocate and what compelled her to tell her story — How Amber found her place in her military career For more about Amber, follow her on Facebook at Facebook.com/OfficialAmberSmith

On this episode of UpNext, Gabrielle talks with Brady Shearer about his passion for helping church leaders. Brady was made the media director of his church when he was a sophomore in college and had never designed a website before, but he was eager to learn — and now he’s sharing his knowledge with churches all over the world as the CEO of Pro Church Tools. Listen in as Gabrielle and Brady discuss: — How to start an online company by giving things away — The power of virtual mentors — Leading with generosity To learn more about Brady and his work, visit prochurchtools.com.

A single word led Ashley Crouch to change her career and her life. Today the millennial entrepreneur shares from her journey and discusses how she gets it done with Gabrielle. Listen in as Gabrielle and Ashley discuss: — How to meet the day empowered instead of reactionary — The power of intentionally challenging your thought patterns — Why women should launch their own businesses Crouch is the creator of Bloom, Lovely and founder of Appleseed Communications, LLC, a PR company that works with entrepreneurs. Read more about Ashley and her work at bloomlovely.co.

Gabrielle has a special message for leaders about what millennials want at work. Contrary to media stereotypes, millennials entering the workforce don’t expect trophies. They expect to be able to collaborate and find their purpose — before their midlife crises hit. Gabrielle’s passion for reconciling generations began when she was 17 and wrote a book to help leaders in the church understand that it doesn’t take contrived hipness to reach this generation, but the true message of the Gospel. Listen in as Gabrielle explains: — The three things millennials look for in their jobs. — Why graduation into adulthood is taking longer for millennials. — Why millennials are looking for older generations as mentors and partners. — Why humility is the key for learning for millennials and for those who work with them.

This special episode is for anyone who has ever thought of writing a book. Millennial author and entrepreneur (and Gabrielle’s husband!) Brian Bosché shares what he has learned and why he believes authoring a book can transform passion into expression. Listen in as Gabrielle and Brian discuss: Why you shouldn’t wait to write your book Brian’s single-tasking method of writing and how it can break through the common blocks for beginning authors Why stories are the true competitive advantage How writing a book can help you discover and apply your calling to your life Learn more about Brian and his latest book at www.giveadamn2016.com.

Sean Dunn has devoted his life to reaching the next generation with the good news that Jesus cares. Sean is the founder and president of Groundwire, a network of free volunteer coaches that leverages technology and media to share the love of Jesus Christ with youth and young adults. By asking how to reach the ones that don’t want to be reached, praying and studying cultural trends, Groundwire is able to share authentic hope with many who might not be ready to walk into a local church. Listen in as Gabrielle and Sean discuss: — How to use media to change the way you share your faith — Why taking two steps back is actually a sign of growth — The art of building your private strength to be used in public. To learn more about Groundwire, or to become a Groundwire coach, visit groundwire.net.

Kara Aubrey Nelson is a recording artist and millennial missionary, the founder of Gen Live and Untamed, a rock opera about a millennial in search of significance. Listen in as Gabrielle and Kara Aubrey talk about: — How writing out her personal mission statement changed Kara — — — Aubrey's career (and how to do it) — The underestimated power of journaling to overcome future challenges — What to do when everyone thinks you’re crazy (including you!) Read more about Kara Aubrey Nelson and her passion to reach her generation athttp://www.karaaubrey.com/#!about/c2414.

Like the abolitionists of old, Kendall Altmyer uses jewelry to tell a story about slavery and the value of every human life. Kendall is the founder of The Penny Story, where pennies are worn to represent victims of human trafficking and donate money to the movement to abolish slavery in the 21st century. Listen in as Gabrielle and Kendall discuss: — Why just praying isn't enough and faith requires action — How to become an accidental leader and start movements — What to do with your crazy idea — How to reject self-doubt and become all that God has for you. Learn more about Kendall and The Penny Story by visiting thepennystory.com.

On this episode of UpNext, Gabrielle catches up with Kirsten Haglund, political commentator and Miss America 2008. Kirsten is an advocate for women in politics and regularly speaks on body issues. Listen in as Kirsten and Gabrielle discuss: — What our Instagram really says about our lives — How millennials can get over their fear of failure — Being a strong woman in the media and what the future of feminism looks like — How to overcome a stereotype that women can’t be pretty and smart Find out more about Kirsten’s work at www.kirstenhaglundfoundation.org.

Meet Allison Lee Pillinger Choi, a young mom who is breaking stereotypes as a Harvard alumna and author of Bleeding Heart Conservatives: Why It’s Good to Be Right (Post Hill Press, 2016). Listen in as Gabrielle and Allison discuss: — Why Millennials don't want to call themselves conservatives — What will make the next generation vote Republican this November — What life is like as a conservative in Manhattan Read more about her book at posthillpress.com/writer/allison-lee-pillinger-choi.

On this episode of UpNext, Gabrielle interviews Dr. Jennifer Murff, president of Millennials for Marriage. Jennifer’s research shows that millennials are abandoning marriage at an astounding rate, with devastating consequences for future generations. Listen in as Gabrielle and Jennifer discuss: — Why millennials are avoiding marriage and what it means for our communities — How young couples can get over their fears of commitment and break the cycle of divorce — The secrets to having the best relationship in your twenties Strategies for critical conversations every couple needs to have. Find out more about Jennifer and her work at MillennialsForMarriage.com.