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Long Story Short

by Brighter Media Group, David Paul

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Hope Through Grief

June 14, 2023 · 37 min

Nikki Healy died one year ago today on June 14, 2022. In 2021 Nikki and David Paul talked every month as she was undergoing treatment for cancer. Those conversations formed the foundation of Season Three of Long Story Short. The following…
Hope Leads to a Hard Decision

June 6, 2023 · 31 min

Tracey Tiernan was making really good money playing in a band on weekends. She was having lots of fun and pursuing her life-long dream of being a professional singer. And, then Tracey reconnected with Jesus. She returned to church and…
Hope When Life Breaks

May 30, 2023 · 26 min

In January 2021, John Lawhon learned his marriage vows were broken. He worked hard to save the marriage, but when John discovered even more, he knew it was over. John is the Director of Content for BRIGHT-FM. He leads a team on a mission…
Hope Calms the Storm

May 23, 2023 · 25 min

One afternoon in 2013, Tiffanie Knight thought she was having a heart attack. She wasn’t. But, what happened that day still impacts Tiffanie today… and may for the rest of her life. Tiffanie is part of the BRIGHT-FM team making hope…
Hope When You Feel Inadequate

May 16, 2023 · 26 min

Molly Chambers felt like an imposter. After joining Jack Larkin on the BRIGHT-FM afternoon show, Molly assumed it was only a matter of time before everyone else figured out the truth. Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength…

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Hope After Life Changes Forever

May 9, 2023 · 29 min

On April 26, 2015, Todd got a phone call that changed his life. Forever. In this episode, you’ll hear the story of how Todd Gaddy learned to live with joy when tomorrow is not guaranteed. Of course, it’s not guaranteed for any of us, but…
Hope Inspires a New Dream

May 2, 2023 · 24 min

Erin still gets emotional remembering the moment she knew her dream was over…that it would not happen the way she thought it would. It was a loss that Erin Branham needed to grieve. In this episode, you’ll hear the story of a new dream…
Hope From Failure

April 25, 2023 · 28 min

Before the concert ended, Mike Alley knew his concert promotion business would not survive. For Mike, this was the second hit to what he believed God was calling him to do. Even though it felt like a dead end to Mike, it certainly wasn’t…
Hope Gives Strength

April 18, 2023 · 21 min

Christina James was not expecting what the doctor told her. The shocking diagnosis led to an immediate lifestyle change requiring intense discipline. Now years later, Christina wonders if she can rediscover that same discipline. Isaiah…
Hope Replaces Addiction

April 11, 2023 · 24 min

November 29, 2000, was the day everything changed for Jack Larkin. Before that memorable Sunday morning, Jack says feeding his drug and alcohol addiction was a full-time job. After that day, it wasn’t. This is the story of how Jack…
Trailer - Season 5

March 7, 2023 · 3 min

Season 5 of Long Story Short is coming soon! Intentionality today reduces regret tomorrow. Long Story Short is a uniquely personal podcast where David Paul presents stories about people, circumstances, and events that help us live our…
The Best Is Yet To Come

December 13, 2022 · 30 min

On October 24, Steve Healy and his three children sat in the sand at Sandy Point State Park for a new family photo. It had been 132 days since Nikki died. In this final episode of Season Four, you’ll hear about Steve’s first sermon at…

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About the show

A podcast that brings faith to life through the power of storytelling, Long Story Short is hosted by veteran BRIGHT-FM radio personality Dave Paul. Each episode shares compelling stories of people, circumstances, and moments that inspire us to live with greater intention. With his signature honesty and warmth, Dave masterfully connects you to the heart of each story, making faith more real, relatable, and relevant in everyday life. You'll be inspired to live your faith more intentionally today through the thoughtful, engaging conversations that remind us how the shortest stories can leave the longest impact. Long Story Short is a Brighter Media Group podcast.