Shakin' The Salt
Television/radio host and author Dr. Debra Peppers, shares how she overcame her own personal struggles of being 100 pounds overweight, depressed, and even suicidal, so that you too can be equipped and prepared to receive God‘s love, forgiveness, strength, and joy for living each day. Learn how you can apply God‘s word to change areas in your life, face the unknown trials of each day and be equipped for the great future that God has for you. Debra uses her life examples, sprinkled with humor, of being a high school dropout to PhD to Teacher of the Year and from Hall of Shame to Hall of Fame. Life is short and it’s time for you to have joy for your journey.
Episodes
277 episodes
Am I Healed?
My husband has always said that I am the queen of instant gratification. When we go out to eat I expect the food to be delivered within 5 minutes max. If I order an item from Amazon, I expect it to be there the next day. Patience is not my stro...
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Season 6
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Episode 44
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9:49
Prayers Please!
Why do we find it easy to pray for someone who asks us to pray for them, but often feel reluctant to go to others when we are the one who needs prayer? Not any more, I am asking you to pray for me!
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Season 6
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Episode 43
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10:07
I Hate People!
A friend who has become somewhat of a “recluse,” told me frankly, “I hate people.” She assured me she didn’t mean me, but I had to wonder anyway! We all have times when we need to be alone… but always?
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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9:33
Change Your Mind
I used to think that I could not control the horrible thoughts in my mind. Things like anger, fear, worry, dread, lust and others used to control me…but not any longer. You too can change your mind.
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Season 6
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Episode 41
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10:37
Milton
My dad’s name is Milton; my brother’s name is Milton, and my nephew’s name is Milton. So is the new hurricane, Milton, headed our way! We are still cleaning up from the last one, but we do not have to live in fear.
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Season 6
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Episode 40
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10:39
Battling Life's Storms
The hurricane has passed for now, but we all know there will be more storms of all kinds, physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, financial, and in our relationships. How can we not worry and be anxious?
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Season 6
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Episode 39
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11:22
Shingles
If you have ever had shingles you know how painful it can be! Our friend who does lawn service for a living has a terrible case on his side, back and ribs. Wow! Can we ever empathize! Been there!
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Season 6
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Episode 38
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10:37
Press Through The Pain
All of us face pain of some kind, at one time or another. Like many, I live with chronic pain, yet choose to not dwell on it, just deal with it and pray. I hope this will encourage you today as I pray for you.
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Season 6
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Episode 37
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10:27
Columbine Interview
Two years after the horrific killings at the school in Columbine, the family of victim Cassie Bernall, wrote a book and toured to honor her last words. As a radio host then I was blessed to interview them.
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Season 6
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Episode 36
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13:14
Dr. Peppers Screenwriting Award
The 2024 recipient of this Branson Film Festival Award was one of the easiest interviews I have ever done! We have so much in common and I can’t wait for you to hear him…Jonathan Turner Smith! Congratulations!
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Season 6
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Episode 35
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21:03
Film Writing For You
Do you ever watch movies or television and think that you have a better story than that? Why not just do it now? Following is an interview with Deborah Watson of Branson who can tell you how to get it started!
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Season 6
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Episode 34
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16:16
MY OLDEST FRIEND!
I hope you are blessed to have a life-long friend like mine – literally since we were babies! When I decided to do interviews for my podcasts, Lynne was the first to come to mind, and she was ready!
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Season 6
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Episode 33
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8:59
Pervert Caught
Sentenced to Life for Sexual Assault (for two years) on a child under 12. The Education Board on which I serve has trainers who go into the classrooms and teach kids to tell someone if they have been molested. Thank God!
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Season 6
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Episode 32
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13:06
Time For Change
I have been doing these podcasts for over five years. In the past, every time there has been a change in my life, it is because someone or some circumstance seemed to intervene. So it is now.
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Season 6
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Episode 31
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9:48
Is God Political?
How will we ever make it through the elections in November? Will we still be friends with other parties or will we end up deleting half of our friends on social media? What does God have to say about it?
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Season 6
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Episode 30
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10:06
I Thank You!
When we look back over our lives there were so many people who helped us in a myriad of ways. How many have you gone back to thank for the difference they made. I have several, and you to thank as well!
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Season 6
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Episode 29
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11:45
Gloom, Despair, and Agony
True depression or despair often requires serious professional help. But what about those days when you just feel “down” or in a “funk”? I have Ten Ways to Help You Get Up When You’re Down!
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Season 6
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Episode 28
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12:07
I don't Have A Podcast!
For over five years I have posted a weekly podcast. This is the first time I didn’t have a topic! So as a former speech teacher, I did what I taught –improvise! Three points, introduction and conclusion.
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Season 6
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Episode 27
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11:25
Not The America I knew
As we approach the 4th of July and consider our country, most of us, especially those over 50, would agree, this is not the America we knew. What can we do to make a change instead of just complaining?
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Season 6
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Episode 26
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10:14
I Sinned On My Birthday
Most people have an idea of what “sin” is; but when one is mentioned in 30 scriptures and referenced in even more, wouldn’t you think preachers would talk about it? I have never heard a sermon on gluttony!
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Season 6
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Episode 25
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12:44
Born On Father's Day
My Daddy said I was his best Father’s Day Gift ever; but I am not sure he felt that way through my horrible teen years. This is a chapter I contributed from a book I am in called The Embrace of a Father.
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Season 6
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Episode 24
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11:02
My Sister Donna
My older sister Donna has always been my hero and my best friend. Recently her husband passed away and she also has need of a new hip, new knees and a renewing of her mind. I want to see her joy restored!
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Season 6
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Episode 23
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11:26
Where Is God In All Of This?
When people ask me where is God in the midst of all that is happening politically, religiously, financially, socially, or anything else, I know how I am to answer. Have you heard of the Serenity prayer?
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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12:28