What Now

158. From Poverty to Pediatrician I Dr. Carla Suarez, first-generation American, shares her journey of faith, resilience, and hope.

In this episode of the What Now Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Carla Suarez, a pediatrician whose inspiring journey began in poverty as a first-generation American. Raised by a single mother after her father left, Carla faced food insecurity, cultural barriers, and emotional hardship, but through faith, community, and her passion for learning, she found a way forward.Carla shares how her testimony of a loving Heavenly Father began as a child and deepened through experiences with missionaries, church service, and quiet spiritual moments. With the support of mentors, counselors, and her devoted husband, she pursued her dream of becoming a doctor, graduating debt-free and now serving immigrant families with empathy rooted in lived experience.She opens up about the miracles that shaped her path, the strength she found in service and scripture, and her message for young women who feel unseen: God knows your heart, and He will guide you.✨ New episodes every two weeks!🎧Listen on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-now/id1474476293🎧Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2zY4GanR2iYfVgRyabNvbI?si=0d2f8ec8dc534240Follow my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@podcastwhatnowBe sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

157. Comedy, Culture & Calling: Stephen Jones talks about his journey of faith as a black Latter-day Saint.

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, comedian-turned-podcaster Stephen Jones shares his powerful journey from the stage to the classroom—and eventually to the microphone as the host of the faith-filled podcast Let’s Get Real. As a Black member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Stephen opens up about the experiences that shaped him, including the turning point that led him to leave a successful career in stand-up and acting to teach Institute and dive deeper into his spiritual purpose. Now, through Let’s Get Real, he’s helping others share raw, real-life stories that build faith, hope, and healing within the Church community. This episode is a moving reminder that God can redirect our lives in unexpected and beautiful ways.

156.Faith. Grit. Victory. I NCAA champ Jeremy Brown shares how living his faith—on and off the court—changed everything.

NCAA volleyball champion Jeremy Brown shares how faith, family, and a humble coach shaped his path—from a sports-filled childhood in Arizona to a national title at Southern Virginia University. He opens up about his mission during COVID, a teammate’s miraculous recovery, and how staying rooted in the gospel helped him rise as both an athlete and disciple of Christ. He shares a powerful story of perseverance, purpose, and divine guidance.

155. Redefining Success I Amy Rees Anderson talks about failure, resilience, and integrity.

Amy Rees Anderson found herself as a young single mother of two in her 20s, facing an uncertain future. But through grit, faith, and determination, she turned her challenges into opportunities—ultimately building one of the largest medical record retrieval and management companies in the U.S. In this powerful conversation, Amy opens up about her biggest wins, her hardest failures, and the unwavering trust in the in Lord that carried her through it all. She shares how choosing integrity—despite the risk of financial loss—became a defining moment that shaped her leadership and deepened her faith. If you’ve ever felt like life isn’t going as planned, Amy’s story will inspire you to hold on, keep going, and trust in the amazing plan the Lord has designed specifically for you.

153.Disengaged | Thaniel on red flags, rebuilding confidence & finding hope & faith after a breakup.

Join me as I talk with Thaniel Openshaw about the heartbreak of a broken engagement and his journey to healing, rebuilding confidence, and moving forward with faith. He shares key lessons learned, red flags to watch for, and how setbacks can ultimately lead us to the right person.