{"podcast":{"title":"Redeemed Podcast","slug":"redeemed-podcast-7042187","podcast_index_feed_id":7042187,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6340663/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast--6340663","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a8ff8386fcd8cf0deae5063df67f636c.jpg","author":"Lauren","episode_count":120,"summary":"The Redeemed Podcast is a beacon of hope and encouragement, filled with real-life stories that testify to God's transformative power amidst hardships and trials. Join us as we delve into the journeys of individuals who have triumphed over adversity through their unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Through compelling narratives, inspiring scriptures, and heartfelt prayers, we create a sanctuary where you can find solace, strength, and a reminder that you are not alone in your struggles. Let this podcast be a guiding light, leading you closer to God and empowering.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T22:18:58.417058+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187"},"episode":{"title":"From Addiction and Homelessness to Redemption","slug":"from-addiction-and-homelessness-to-redemption","published_at":"2026-02-18T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187/from-addiction-and-homelessness-to-redemption","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-addiction-and-homelessness-to-redemption--70131003","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70131003/18607411_from_addiction_and_homelessness_to_redemption.mp3","summary":"Send a text In this episode of the Redeemed Podcast , host Lauren Burns sits down with author, speaker, and nonprofit founder Laura Boyd for a raw and hope-filled conversation about addiction, homelessness, single motherhood, and redemption.Laura shares her powerful testimony of overcoming alcoholism, losing everything, and finding herself homeless as a single mom—only to encounter a God who restores, redeems, and rebuilds. Through surrender, faith, and community, Laura found sobriety, purpose, and a calling to help other women walk the same path to freedom.Today, Laura is the author of Girl Who Told You That and the founder of Ruth’s Redemption Project , a nonprofit dedicated to helping women escape cycles of addiction, homelessness, and despair.This episode is a reminder that no matter how far gone life feels, redemption is always possible. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Today’s Episode Lauren introduces Laura Boyd and the themes of redemption, recovery, and hope. 01:28 – Laura’s Redemption Story Begins Laura shares her early struggles and the road that led to addiction. 02:23 – Overcoming Addiction & Finding Sobriety Walking through alcoholism, surrender, and the decision to pursue recovery. 05:12 – Founding Ruth’s Redemption Project How Laura turned her pain into purpose by helping other women find freedom. 07:50 – Navigating Family, Relationships & Single Motherhood The impact of addiction and healing on family dynamics. 09:05 – Embracing Faith, Mentorship & Community Why faith and accountability are essential in lasting transformation. 19:16 – Becoming an Author & Using Her Voice to Help Others The story behind Girl Who Told You That and Laura’s calling to speak out. 23:44 – Final Encouragement & Hope for the Lis…","meta_description":"Send a text In this episode of the Redeemed Podcast , host Lauren Burns sits down with author, speaker, and nonprofit founder Laura Boyd for a raw and hop…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1704,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/redeemed-podcast-7042187/episodes/from-addiction-and-homelessness-to-redemption/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187/from-addiction-and-homelessness-to-redemption.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}