The Jess Connolly Podcast

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Episode 78: Simple + Supernatural: Let's Do This Apr 21, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Jess kicks off a brand-new mini-series on The Jess Connolly Podcast called Simple + Supernatural,starting with a conversation that hits close to home: our phones.

This isn’t just about screen time. It’s about waking up to our real lives, staying present in what matters most, and creating room to actually hear from God in the middle of the noise.

Jess shares some eye-opening stats, invites you into her own honest journey, and offers both simple + supernatural shifts that can help you take back your time, focus, and peace.

If you’re craving less distraction and more connection with God, with people, and with your purpose, this episode is your gentle nudge (and bold invitation) to make space for what matters.

Let’s go.

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Episode 77: Bible Babes - Part Four Apr 14, 2025

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This week, Jess is joined by our dear friend and fellow Go + Tell Gal, Nicci Morelli. Together, they dive into Bible Babes, Part Four, exploring the final verses of James 1.

Get ready for some honest conversation about what it means to move from just hearing the Word to actually living it out. James doesn’t pull any punches, and neither do Jess + Nicci, as they talk about listening well, taming the tongue, and putting love into action.

Let’s go.

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Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

If you want to make God's word a part of your life this year, remember—it’s never too late to start. Dwell’s audio Bible plans make it easy to dive in and stay consistent, even if January didn’t go as planned. Visit www.dwellapp.io/jess to choose your plan today. Let’s start this journey together!

Annie Downs's Secret Sins Instagram Post that was mentioned in today’s episode.

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Episode 76: I Thought It Would Be Better Than This with Jessica Turner Apr 07, 2025

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In this episode, Jess Connolly sits down with Jessica Turner, author of I Thought It Would Be Better Than This. Jessica shares the emotional challenges she faced and the tools she used to rebuild her life. Her new book offers guidance for anyone dealing with unmet expectations, disappointments, or big life changes.

This episode is for you if you're looking to heal from heartache or build deeper, healthier relationships through vulnerability.

Let’s Go.

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Order Jessica Turner's newest release, I Thought It Would Be Better Than This.

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Episode 75: Ask Me Anything (Body image! Church hurt! Marriage + More) Mar 31, 2025

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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! In today’s episode, Jess is answering your most frequently asked questions! She'll cover body image, church hurt, living in Charleston, and a few more of your questions!

Get ready for some light-hearted + soul-deep talk!

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Episode 74: Leaders Are Learners with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Mar 24, 2025

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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! In today’s episode, Jess is joined by author⁠ Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith to dive deep into her book ⁠Being Fully Known. Together, they explore doing vs. being, how to uncover our kingdom identities, and principles of rest. This conversation has valuable insights, practical wisdom, and powerful takeaways.

Let’s Go.

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⁠⁠⁠⁠Leaders are Learners!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join Jess’s book club ⁠here⁠, where you’ll read transformative books together. We are currently reading Being Fully Known by Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? ⁠Book Jess today!⁠

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Episode 73: ChatGPT is my boyfriend. Mar 17, 2025

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Love it or hate it - AI is here to stay. Some of us are intimidated by automation, some of of us terrified of it. You might be worried it’s going to take over your job, your creative outlook, or even your soul. But here’s the truth: AI is already a part of almost everything we do. From autocorrect to Instagram captions, from your GPS rerouting you in traffic to the “recommended” section on your online shopping cart—it’s everywhere.

So, instead of fighting it, what if we used it thoughtfully? What if we let AI take over the places where we waste time—so we can be fully present in the places that matter? What if… we let AI help us live more analog?

That’s what today’s episode is all about. I’m going to walk you through how I use ChatGPT to make my life so much easier—from brainstorming to writing to organizing my thoughts—so that I can spend less time staring at a screen and more time being present with the people I love.

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Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. ⁠Join Here.⁠

If you want to make God's word a part of your life this year, remember—it’s never too late to start. Dwell’s audio Bible plans make it easy to dive in and stay consistent, even if January didn’t go as planned. Visit ⁠www.dwellapp.io/jess⁠ to choose your plan today. Let’s start this journey together!

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? ⁠Book Jess today!⁠

Connect further with Jess:

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Episode 72: Bible Babes - Temptation Island Mar 10, 2025

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In this episode of Bible Babes, we’re diving into the book of James and tackling the topic of temptation. Jess is back for Part 3 of the series and is joined by our dear friend and Go + Tell Gal, Liz Cox. They both continue the journey through James with a powerful discussion on where temptation comes from, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to fight it with the Word of God.

As always, they’re here to encourage, challenge, and walk alongside you on this journey of becoming the mighty woman of God you're called to be!

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

If you want to make God's word a part of your life this year, remember—it’s never too late to start. Dwell’s audio Bible plans make it easy to dive in and stay consistent, even if January didn’t go as planned. Visit www.dwellapp.io/jess to choose your plan today. Let’s start this journey together!

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:

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Episode 71: Hair, Skin, and Nails (with heart!) Mar 03, 2025

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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast. This episode is a fun one about hair, skin, and nails—but don’t worry—this conversation brings the heart into it, too!

Jess is joined by the amazing Anna Mae Groves, one of her favorite influencers. They both reveal how cultivating sustainable self-care rhythms—whether it’s skincare routines, haircare, or nail care—helps us live less distracted, less busy, and more present in the life God has given us.

Whether you're a skincare guru or someone who’s still trying to remember to apply chapstick, this conversation is for you!

Let’s Go.

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Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

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Episode 70: Leaders Are Learners: 7 Primal Questions Feb 24, 2025

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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! In today’s episode, Jess is joined by author Mike Foster to dive deep into his book The Seven Primal Questions. Together, they explore how these core questions shape our emotional needs, hidden programming, and personal growth journey. This conversation has valuable insights, practical wisdom, and powerful takeaways.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns that hold you back, this episode is for you.

Let’s Go.

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Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

⁠⁠⁠Leaders are Learners!⁠⁠⁠ Join Jess’s book club ⁠here⁠, where you’ll read transformative books together. We are currently reading ‘The Seven Primal Questions’ by Mike Foster.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

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Episode 69: My Depression Fight Plan Feb 17, 2025

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If you or someone you love has ever struggled with depression, you know how heavy it can be—the burden of shame, the urge to withdraw, and the false belief that struggling means failing. Jess has been there, too. But she also knows that fighting for healing is worth it.

In this episode, Jess shares her own depression fight plan—not because she has all the answers, but because she refuses to let shame or defeat have the last word.

This episode may be for you, someone you care about, or just a reminder to tend to your own well-being in Jesus’ name. We pray this encourages you to keep fighting for wholeness, joy, and life wherever you are today.

Let’s Go.

Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and encouragement purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, medical advice, or therapy. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, or any other mental health concern, we strongly encourage you to seek support from a licensed professional. You are not alone, and help is available. If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, please contact a professional, a crisis hotline, or a trusted support network—your well-being matters.

Crisis Hotlines:

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress. 988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Don’t Miss:

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:
https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

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