The Rise & Shine Talk Show with Lady C

Pastor Kimberly Strain is a dynamic Woman of God whose life and ministry have touched countless people — myself included. We first met during our time in seminary, and her wisdom, grace, and strength have continued to inspire me ever since.

Pastor Strain opens up about Forgiveness, her calling into ministry and her journey as a woman pastor navigating leadership, purpose, and perseverance. Pastor Strain is the Senior Pastor at Outr...

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Family, be advised that this conversation may be emotionally challenging & triggering. My purpose is for hope & healing and a greater awareness to the Body of Christ to protect our children. Listen privately!

Betty Ford joins me for a powerful and eye‑opening conversation aimed at awakening the Body of Christ to the realities of human trafficking. This is an unfiltered, deeply important discussion t...

Lady C welcomes a truly remarkable guest—Pastor Denise B. Carpenter. Known as an illustrious, distinguished, and gracious leader in the Body of Christ. Pastor Carpenter joins us for an intimate conversation about her testimony, her life, and her ministry.

With more than 35 years of leadership and ministry experience, Pastor Carpenter has faithfully served in churches, non-profit organizations, and ministries across the United State...

Pastor G. Jerome DeCarlo, II, is a native of Columbus, Ohio, educated in the Columbus Publ...

Theeeee PHENOMENAL Ramani Hunter, Executive Director & Founder of Kingdom Image Awards joins me for a conversation on her journey, KIA's impact and this year's much anticipated Kingdom Image Awards! Don’t miss this exclusive interview!

Ramáni Hunter is originally from Columbus, Ohio and is blessed to work in different capacities and venues. Ramáni founded the nonprofit organization, Kingdom Works where their mission is to empow...

Join Lady C for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation as she sits down with her Pastor and Bishop, the esteemed Bishop Crump! In this candid interview, they reflect on two decades of ministry—sharing the highs, the hurdles, and the powerful moments that shaped Unity's journey.

Bishop Crump, a native of Youngstown, Ohio, serves as the Senior Pastor of Unity Christian Fellowship Church and brings over 30 years of wisdom and experien...

In this powerful and heartfelt interview, Lady C's cousin Leanne opens up to her about a deeply personal and harrowing chapter of her dating journey. With raw honesty and vulnerability.  Her testimony is a moving reminder of resilience, grace, and the strength found in trusting God through life’s darkest moments.

Don’t keep this story to yourself—share it with someone you love. It might be exactly what they need to hear.

Be sure to...

Timothy Bowman Jr. is an American Grammy, Dove & Stellar Award-nominated Gospel Artist! He is a singer and songwriter and the son of jazz guitarist Tim Bowman and the nephew of legendary gospel artist Vickie Winans!

He serves alongside his wife, Breylyn as Worship Pastor at Faith City Central under the leadership of Apostle Mike and Dr. Dee Dee Freeman.

Tim joins Lady C for insightful conversation of life, music, abstinence &am...

Lady C has a powerful conversation with Chaplain Audrey McClain, who passionately supports incarcerated individuals, their children and families. Serving as a Chaplain, she strives to facilitate their reintegration into society. As a chaplain she is focused on fostering marginalized individuals' spiritual growth.

Originating from Macon, Georgia, she achieved a Master of Divinity from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio and is ...

Reverend, Dr. Sylvia Lorraine McLeod-Smith joins Lady C for a transparent conversation on loss & grief. Dr. McLeod-Smith was born in Brooklyn N.Y and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She had one son (Tony) who is deceased. Dr. McLeod-Smith loves and enjoys her family. She serves as an Associate Minister for Love Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Wesley Greenfield Jr. & First Lady Ruth Greenfield. Dr. M...

Elder Dedra Smith joins Lady C for a powerful conversation on the burdens of black women with the mental health syndrome known as the Superwoman Schema!

Elder Dedra Smith; her goal is to assist church leadership to be healthier mentally and spiritually by using a holistic approach through teaching and coaching. She is a Licensed Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor and has been practicing in the st...

Elder Dedra Smith joins Lady C for a powerful conversation on the burdens of black women with the mental health syndrome known as the Superwoman Schema!

Elder Dedra Smith; her goal is to assist church leadership to be healthier mentally and spiritually by using a holistic approach through teaching and coaching. She is a Licensed Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor and has been practicing in the st...

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PART 2!! Lady C has a spontaneous and transparent conversation on mental health, trauma, addiction, and recovery with the one and only, Brother Joseph "JoJo" Fussell. Hear his powerful TESTIMONY on his life!

Family, be advised that this conversation may be emotionally challenging & triggering. The purpose is to bring hope & healing and a greater awareness to the Body of Christ and the community. 

If yo...

***TRIGGER WARNING***

Lady C has a spontaneous and transparent conversation on mental health, trauma, addiction, and recovery with the one and only, Brother Joseph "JoJo" Fussell. Hear his powerful TESTIMONY on his life!

Family, be advised that this conversation may be emotionally challenging & triggering. The purpose is to bring hope & healing and a greater awareness to the Body of Christ and the community. 

If you need su...

Lady C has the honor of having an insightful & powerful conversation with a General in the Body of Christ! None other than Bishop C. Shawn Tyson! 

In 2010, Bishop Tyson assumed the call to pastor Calvary Ministries International in Youngstown OH, succeeding the late, Honorable Bishop Norman L. Wagner. In 2013, he also assumed pastorate of his home assembly, Christ Church Apostolic, where he currently serves as Overseer.

His int...

The Maestro, Gregory J. Watkins joins Lady C for a conversation on his life, journey, ministry and what has happened to the Church Choir!

He is a native of Columbus, OH and a songwriter and director.  His musical journey began at age 10 when he started playing organ for the children’s choir in his local church. A self-taught musician raised in the church, as a child, had a great appreciation for gospel music and an even greater lov...