In this inspiring episode of Rooted, hosts Josie and Symone Harms sit down with three-time Olympic medalist Gigi Marvin — a two-time silver and one-time gold medalist with Team USA Women’s Hockey. From growing up in small-town Minnesota to winning Olympic gold, Gigi shares how her faith in Christ has been the foundation of her identity, purpose, and peace — both on and off the ice. She opens up about the pressure of performance, the power of prayer, and learning to see her sport as an act of worship. With humor, humility, and wisdom, Gigi reflects on moments of victory, lessons from loss, and how Scripture transformed her perspective — helping her find joy beyond the scoreboard. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or simply someone seeking purpose, Gigi’s story reminds us that true victory is found in Christ alone.

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0:00 - Meet Gigi Marvin, 3-time Olympic medalist and follower of Christ.

1:30 - Growing up in Minnesota and how hockey became her passion.

6:30 - Navigating locker room culture

8:00 - Identity in Christ instead of performance.

10:00 - How Scripture helps overcome fear and anxiety

14:00 - Olympic gold medal moment

18:00 - Grueling road to making Team USA

22:00 - Perspective shifts, choosing encouragement over comparison

29:00 - What it’s really like to stand on the Olympic podium

32:00 - Transitioning out of hockey and finding peace in the next chapter.

35:00 - Advice for young athletes chasing their dreams

38:00 - Gigi’s new season: hockey camps, broadcasting, and ministry.

40:00 - Closing encouragement: Be rooted in Scripture

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1. “You don’t have to perform to earn God’s love — you already have it.”
2. “Faith mattered more to me than the embarrassment of standing out.”
3. “It’s not about religion or perfection; it’s about a relationship with Jesus.”
4. “When you compete from a secure identity in Christ, you play with freedom.”
5. “Take your thoughts captive — don’t let fear drive the car.”
6. “You can’t control the outcome, but you can prepare your heart and trust God with the victory.”
7. “Success doesn’t make you better than anyone else — it’s just another part of your story.”

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• Ephesians 2:8–10 — “For by grace you have been saved…”
• 2 Corinthians 10:5–6 — “Take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ.”
• Proverbs 3:27 — “Do not withhold good from those who deserve it…”
• Psalm 33 — Trusting God for victory.

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In this episode of the Rooted Podcast, Josie and Symone sit down with Bruce Crevier—world record basketball spinner, America’s Got Talent finalist, and founder of Champions Forever. Bruce shares how growing up in a large family shaped his character, how his faith became personal at age 14, and how he and his family have used basketballs and unicycles to share the Gospel in over 40 countries. From breaking Guinness World Records to performing on the NBA stage and even in prisons, Bruce’s story is about more than talent—it’s about surrendering your gifts to God, persevering through trials, and discovering true joy in Jesus. He shares wisdom on family, character, and courage, and reminds us that being a champion is less about trophies and more about faith, obedience, and living for something greater than ourselves.

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• 02:00 – Growing up in a family of 12 and discovering basketball spinning
• 04:00 – From head knowledge to a true relationship with Christ
• 06:00 – Using basketball as an “international language” to share the Gospel
• 09:00 – The call to America’s Got Talent and performing on live TV
• 11:00 – Breaking the Guinness World Record for most basketballs spun
• 13:00 – Teaching resilience to his children in performance and in life
• 19:00 – Tying the Gospel to basketball and the sport’s Christian origins
• 23:00 – Relying on God’s provision and living by faith
• 28:00 – Facing fears, public speaking, and raising kids with courage
• 29:00 – Lessons from David & Goliath and running toward challenges
• 35:00 – Experiential faith vs blind faith
• 37:00 – Public invitation to faith: being bold for Christ
• 40:00 – Stepping out of the boat—living without regret
• 43:00 – Happiness vs true joy: Jesus, Others, You
• 46:00 – Final encouragement & where to connect with Bruce

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1. “I was missing Jesus by about 12 inches—from my head to my heart.”
2. “A spinning basketball is an international language that opens the door for the Gospel.”
3. “God said to me: Don’t be glad your name is in the Guinness Book of Records—be glad your name is in the Lamb’s Book of Life.”
4. “We don’t serve a God of blind faith, we serve a God of experiential faith.”
5. “If you can’t be embarrassed for Christ, don’t even come to Him.”
6. “Sometimes God has to bring you to prison to set you free.”
7. “David didn’t wait—he ran at the giant. We need to run toward our giants too.”
8. “Joy comes when you put Jesus first, Others second, and Yourself last.”
9. “If Jesus died for me, then I want to live for Him.”

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• Champions Forever Website: championsforever.com
• America’s Got Talent (YouTube): Search Champions Forever AGT

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In this inspiring episode of the Rooted Podcast, we sit down with Becky, better known as Clean Mama, the creator of cleanmama.com and author of multiple books that help families create order, peace, and joy in their homes. Becky shares how a simple cleaning routine she developed back in 2000 grew into a thriving community, product line, and movement that helps thousands of families. From her days as an art teacher managing the chaos of 600 kids a week, to launching a blog during the 2008 financial crisis, to writing books and creating non-toxic cleaning products—her story is both practical and faith-filled. We talk about her 15-minute cleaning method, her five daily habits that keep chaos at bay, the importance of using safe, non-toxic products, and how her faith has shaped her work and family life. Whether you’re a busy parent, college student, or someone overwhelmed by clutter, this conversation will leave you with both encouragement and practical tools you can use right away.

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• 0:00 – Becky’s introduction
• 1:00 – College years, roommate chore charts, and art teacher
• 3:00 – Early marriage and small apartment struggles
• 5:00 – Starting Clean Mama
• 10:00 – Launching products & memberships
• 12:00 – Why Becky’s cleaning method is different
• 19:00 – Flexible systems and free printables
• 22:00 – Creating non-toxic cleaning products
• 30:00 – Faith in business: living as a Christian entrepreneur
• 35:00 – Kingdom work in the home & teaching kids life skills
• 39:00 – Practical parenting: teaching kids to clean step-by-step
• 43:00 – Closing thoughts + where to find Clean Mama

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1. “Give me 15 minutes a day and you’ll have a clean house.”
2. “Instead of reacting to the mess, we take care of it before it becomes the mess.”
3. “My system is about staying proactive, not waiting until you can’t stand the clutter anymore.”
4. “The five daily tasks—beds, counters, laundry, floors, and clutter—are the foundation.”
5. “I felt like the Holy Spirit was nudging me—just try this.”
6. “Kingdom work starts in the home—creating a safe, peaceful place for your family.”
7. “God is always good, all the time—even when we don’t see what He’s doing yet.”

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• Clean Mama Website: cleanmama.com
• Social Media: @cleanmama

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