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This week on The Upload with Brooke Taylor, Brooke sits down with Anne Wilson for a powerful conversation about grief, healing, identity, and what it looks like to truly rely on God through life’s hardest moments.

Anne opens up about losing her brother Jacob in 2017, how that tragedy deepened her faith, and why Jesus became her only source of hope in the middle of heartbreak. She also shares about navigating anxiety, depression, counseling, comparison, and the pressures of growing up in the spotlight while building a music career at such a young age.

The two talk about social media’s impact on identity, the importance of community, staying grounded in God’s truth, and Anne’s heart behind her new music and devotional for young women. This episode is a reminder that even in suffering, God can bring purpose, healing, and hope.

If you’re walking through grief, struggling with comparison, or simply needing encouragement to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, this conversation is for you.

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This week on The Upload with Brooke Taylor, Brooke sits down with Anne Wilson for a powerful conversation about grief, healing, identity, and what it looks like to truly rely on God through life&rsquo;s hardest moments.
Anne opens up about losing her brother Jacob in 2017, how that tragedy deepened her faith, and why Jesus became her only source of hope in the middle of heartbreak. She also shares about navigating anxiety, depression, counseling, comparison, and the pressures of growing up in the spotlight while building a music career at such a young age.
The two talk about social media&rsquo;s impact on identity, the importance of community, staying grounded in God&rsquo;s truth, and Anne&rsquo;s heart behind her new music and devotional for young women. This episode is a reminder that even in suffering, God can bring purpose, healing, and hope.
If you&rsquo;re walking through grief, struggling with comparison, or simply needing encouragement to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, this conversation is for you.
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Hosted by radio personality Brooke Taylor alongside her co-host, Pastor Mark Evans, The Upload dives into real and honest conversations about faith, purpose, and life. Each week, Brooke and Mark sit down with musicians, authors, athletes, and influencers to explore what faith means to them, and how it shapes the way they navigate their unique callings, careers, and family lives.

Rooted in authenticity, The Upload goes deeper than surface-level chats. Guests share personal stories, defining moments, and the spiritual lessons that sustain them through both triumphs and challenges. Whether you’re looking for encouragement, inspiration, or just a meaningful conversation to lift your week, this podcast is designed to uplift your soul and strengthen your walk.

Hosted by radio personality Brooke Taylor alongside her co-host, Pastor Mark Evans, The Upload dives into real and honest conversations about faith, purpose, and life. Each week, Brooke and Mark sit down with musicians, authors, athletes, and influencers to explore what faith means to them, and how it shapes the way they navigate their unique callings, careers, and family lives.
Rooted in authenticity, The Upload goes deeper than surface-level chats. Guests share personal stories, defining moments, and the spiritual lessons that sustain them through both triumphs and challenges. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for encouragement, inspiration, or just a meaningful conversation to lift your week, this podcast is designed to uplift your soul and strengthen your walk.

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Anne Wilson: Grief, Anxiety & God’s Faithfulness

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This week on The Upload, Brooke Taylor and Pastor Mark Evans sit down with singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis for a raw and deeply reflective conversation about faith, identity, and what really matters when the spotlight fades.

Known for his breakout run on The Voice and his “magical” tone, Thunderstorm shares how growing up in a family of 11 on the North Shore of Oahu shaped his foundation of faith—and how losing his father as a teenager forced that faith to become his own.

As he puts it, “God doesn’t have any grandchildren”—a realization that sparked his lifelong pursuit of understanding who God is personally, not just generationally. Thunderstorm opens up about the emotional walls he built after loss—how what once protected him eventually became a prison—and the ongoing process of learning to be vulnerable again in marriage, fatherhood, and friendships. He shares how his wife helped him realize that hiding pain doesn’t protect the people you love—it actually creates distance.

The conversation also takes a powerful turn as Thunderstorm recalls a moment from his childhood when his father intentionally brought him to a church service to teach discernment. During the service, a pastor—wearing a Rolex and snakeskin boots—claimed God told him the congregation would buy him a car, locked the doors, and continued collecting offerings until the goal was met. That experience became a defining lesson on “wolves in sheep’s clothing,” and the difference between genuine faith and manipulation within the church.

From there, they unpack: Why perfection isn’t the goal in faith—pursuit is The difference between real freedom and coping mechanisms Navigating grief that resurfaces years later Building a faith that’s personal—not inherited Leading your family spiritually with authenticity Why character matters more than charisma Honest, vulnerable, and full of wisdom—this episode is a powerful reminder that your identity isn’t found in your success, but in who God created you to be—and that true faith requires both discernment and grace.

🎧 If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, church hurt, or learning to separate truth from noise—this conversation will meet you right where you are.

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This week on The Upload, Brooke Taylor and Pastor Mark Evans sit down with singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis for a raw and deeply reflective conversation about faith, identity, and what really matters when the spotlight fades.
Known for his breakout run on The Voice and his &ldquo;magical&rdquo; tone, Thunderstorm shares how growing up in a family of 11 on the North Shore of Oahu shaped his foundation of faith&mdash;and how losing his father as a teenager forced that faith to become his own.
As he puts it, &ldquo;God doesn&rsquo;t have any grandchildren&rdquo;&mdash;a realization that sparked his lifelong pursuit of understanding who God is personally, not just generationally. Thunderstorm opens up about the emotional walls he built after loss&mdash;how what once protected him eventually became a prison&mdash;and the ongoing process of learning to be vulnerable again in marriage, fatherhood, and friendships.&nbsp;He shares how his wife helped him realize that hiding pain doesn&rsquo;t protect the people you love&mdash;it actually creates distance.
The conversation also takes a powerful turn as Thunderstorm recalls a moment from his childhood when his father intentionally brought him to a church service to teach discernment. During the service, a pastor&mdash;wearing a Rolex and snakeskin boots&mdash;claimed God told him the congregation would buy him a car, locked the doors, and continued collecting offerings until the goal was met. That experience became a defining lesson on &ldquo;wolves in sheep&rsquo;s clothing,&rdquo; and the difference between genuine faith and manipulation within the church.
From there, they unpack: Why perfection isn&rsquo;t the goal in faith&mdash;pursuit is The difference between real freedom and coping mechanisms Navigating grief that resurfaces years later Building a faith that&rsquo;s personal&mdash;not inherited Leading your family spiritually with authenticity Why character matters more than charisma Honest, vulnerable, and full of wisdom&mdash;this episode is a powerful reminder that your identity isn&rsquo;t found in your success, but in who God created you to be&mdash;and that true faith requires both discernment and grace.
🎧 If you&rsquo;ve ever wrestled with identity, church hurt, or learning to separate truth from noise&mdash;this conversation will meet you right where you are.
Follow The Upload: 📸 Instagram &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🎥 TikTok &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🔗 Listen on iHeartRadio &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-upload-304486499/?cmp=ios_share&amp;sc=ios_social_share&amp;pr=false&amp;autoplay=true">The Upload</a>

Thunderstorm Artis: Church Hurt, A Father's Wisdom & Leading With Grace

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This week on The Upload, Brooke Taylor sits down with country artist Russell Dickerson and his wife, podcast host Kailey Dickerson (Coffee with Kailey), for a powerful conversation about faith, marriage, and learning to follow God together.

From meeting at Belmont University to building a life in the spotlight, Russell and Kailey open up about how their individual walks with Christ have shaped their relationship. Russell reflects on growing up as a preacher’s kid and how living under a microscope prepared him for life as an artist, while Kailey shares her own journey of faith.

One of the most impactful moments in Kailey’s story came during a revival night at CeCe Winans’ home, when a stranger spoke a prophetic word over her that confirmed something she had wrestled with for years—the ability to discern people’s true intentions. What once felt like judgment became a recognized, God-given gift that deepened her faith and confidence in hearing from Him.

Together, Russell and Kailey discuss the role prophetic words have played throughout their lives, their journey of dating, breaking up, and finding their way back to each other, and the leap of faith that came with changing churches after Kailey experienced three vivid dreams pointing them in a new direction.

They also get honest about what it looks like to build a marriage centered on faith—honoring one another, setting boundaries with outside relationships, and protecting their peace in a demanding industry. This episode is a raw and encouraging look at what it means to trust God’s voice, embrace His timing, and pursue a relationship that keeps Him at the center of it all.

🎧 If you’ve ever wrestled with discernment, obedience, or relationships, this conversation will challenge and inspire your walk.

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This week on The Upload, Brooke Taylor sits down with country artist Russell Dickerson and his wife, podcast host Kailey Dickerson (Coffee with Kailey), for a powerful conversation about faith, marriage, and learning to follow God together.
From meeting at Belmont University to building a life in the spotlight, Russell and Kailey open up about how their individual walks with Christ have shaped their relationship. Russell reflects on growing up as a preacher&rsquo;s kid and how living under a microscope prepared him for life as an artist, while Kailey shares her own journey of faith.
One of the most impactful moments in Kailey&rsquo;s story came during a revival night at CeCe Winans&rsquo; home, when a stranger spoke a prophetic word over her that confirmed something she had wrestled with for years&mdash;the ability to discern people&rsquo;s true intentions. What once felt like judgment became a recognized, God-given gift that deepened her faith and confidence in hearing from Him.
Together, Russell and Kailey discuss the role prophetic words have played throughout their lives, their journey of dating, breaking up, and finding their way back to each other, and the leap of faith that came with changing churches after Kailey experienced three vivid dreams pointing them in a new direction.
They also get honest about what it looks like to build a marriage centered on faith&mdash;honoring one another, setting boundaries with outside relationships, and protecting their peace in a demanding industry. This episode is a raw and encouraging look at what it means to trust God&rsquo;s voice, embrace His timing, and pursue a relationship that keeps Him at the center of it all.
🎧 If you&rsquo;ve ever wrestled with discernment, obedience, or relationships, this conversation will challenge and inspire your walk.
Follow The Upload: 📸 Instagram &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🎥 TikTok &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🔗 Listen on iHeartRadio &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-upload-304486499/?cmp=ios_share&amp;sc=ios_social_share&amp;pr=false&amp;autoplay=true">The Upload</a>

Russell & Kailey Dickerson: Prophetic Words, Discernment & Following God Together

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This week on The Upload with Brooke Taylor, Brooke and Pastor Mark Evans sit down with country artist Corey Kent for one of the most raw and vulnerable conversations yet. Corey opens up about navigating miscarriage and loss, sharing how one of the hardest seasons of his life became a defining moment in his faith—not just for him, but for his entire family.

From walking his children through grief to holding onto the hope of heaven, this conversation is a powerful reminder of what it means to trust God when life doesn’t make sense. The conversation also dives into fatherhood and purpose, as Corey reflects on raising four kids, how becoming a dad reshaped his priorities, and why he believes success 50 years from now has nothing to do with awards—and everything to do with whether his kids still want to be around him.

Plus, Corey shares a pivotal moment on stage in front of 60,000 people where he felt God clearly reveal that the life he thought he wanted—fame, accolades, being “the biggest artist”—wasn’t actually what his heart was made for. Instead, he’s learning to surrender the outcome, trust God with his career, and create from a place of peace—even if that means praying over his record in a Taco Bell parking lot.

This episode is about: Finding faith in the middle of grief Letting go of control and surrendering your plans Redefining success through family, not fame And choosing to believe God is still good—no matter the outcome If you’ve ever wrestled with loss, questioned your purpose, or felt torn between ambition and what truly matters, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. 

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This week on The Upload with Brooke Taylor, Brooke and Pastor Mark Evans sit down with country artist Corey Kent for one of the most raw and vulnerable conversations yet. Corey opens up about navigating miscarriage and loss, sharing how one of the hardest seasons of his life became a defining moment in his faith&mdash;not just for him, but for his entire family.
From walking his children through grief to holding onto the hope of heaven, this conversation is a powerful reminder of what it means to trust God when life doesn&rsquo;t make sense. The conversation also dives into fatherhood and purpose, as Corey reflects on raising four kids, how becoming a dad reshaped his priorities, and why he believes success 50 years from now has nothing to do with awards&mdash;and everything to do with whether his kids still want to be around him.
Plus, Corey shares a pivotal moment on stage in front of 60,000 people where he felt God clearly reveal that the life he thought he wanted&mdash;fame, accolades, being &ldquo;the biggest artist&rdquo;&mdash;wasn&rsquo;t actually what his heart was made for. Instead, he&rsquo;s learning to surrender the outcome, trust God with his career, and create from a place of peace&mdash;even if that means praying over his record in a Taco Bell parking lot.
This episode is about: Finding faith in the middle of grief Letting go of control and surrendering your plans Redefining success through family, not fame And choosing to believe God is still good&mdash;no matter the outcome If you&rsquo;ve ever wrestled with loss, questioned your purpose, or felt torn between ambition and what truly matters, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.&nbsp;
Follow The Upload: 📸 Instagram &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🎥 TikTok &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@theuploadlife">@theuploadlife</a> 🔗 Listen on iHeartRadio &mdash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-upload-304486499/?cmp=ios_share&amp;sc=ios_social_share&amp;pr=false&amp;autoplay=true">The Upload</a>

Corey Kent: Fatherhood, Faith Through Loss & Surrendering the Dream

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Anne Wilson: Grief, Anxiety & God’s Faithfulness

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