Fortitude
Everyone has a story of Fortitude! When we tell our stories of pain in adversity - stories of courage, redemption and hope - we give others permission to speak up and get the help they need. Each episode will give the listener a look inside what overcoming adversity looks like no matter what life throws at you. Each story is uniquely different - stories of alcoholism/addiction, infidelity, rape, abuse, loss of a child/children, cancer, rare disease, tragic accidents...etc.! We are in this life together to support one another and build community around hope and redemption. I am your host, Heather Kittelson, and I am so excited to have you here as part of the Fortitude community!
Episodes
56 episodes
#55 - Albert Huizing V - Poverty, Pornography and Clinging to Jesus's Promises
Albert Huizing is a steadfast man whose life story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of unwavering parents and community. Albert shares his journey of experiencing family bankruptcy and living in poverty as a child to becomi...
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56:28
#54 Nancy Zollner - Healing, Hope and Horses: A Journey to Redemption Ranch
Nancy Zollner is a devoted Christian, wife, mother, and lifelong educator with a passion for teaching and ministering to others. As the founder and director of Redemption Ranch, located near Wabasso, MN, she is dedicated to creating a sp...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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48:40
#53 Jeremy & Brooke Brown - Step by Step: The Browns' Journey of Faith, Family, and Clubfoot Triumph
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we sit down with long-time friends Brooke and Jeremy Brown to discuss their incredible journey over the past 12 years. From dating and marriage to raising five boys, the Browns have faced numerous ...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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47:49
#52 'Gopher' & Shelly Kellenberger - Through the Wreckage: Collision of Faith and Fate
In this heart-wrenching yet inspiring episode, hosts Amos and Heather Kittelson sit down with Shelly and Ladell Kellenberger to discuss a life-altering accident that changed their lives forever. Ladell, affectionately known as "Gopher," shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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54:56
#51 Nick Kiesow - From Paralysis to Progress: Navigating Life After a Spinal Cord Stroke
In October 2022, Nick Kiesow suffered a spinal cord stroke that left him paralyzed from the chest down. In this powerful episode of the Fortitude Podcast, hosts Amos and Heather sit down with Nick Kiesow to discuss his extraor...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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42:55
Season 3 Eps. #50 Rebekah Scott - The Power of Creation, Compassion and Christ
In this heartfelt episode, hosts Heather and Amos Kittelson welcome Rebekah Scott, a dynamic entrepreneur, designer, author and podcast host, to kick off Season 3! Rebekah is a servant to God, wife to Nicholas, mother to 4 beautiful ...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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1:01:37
#49: DeVonte Garcia - Forgiving Family and Freedom from Addiction
In this heartfelt episode of Fortitude, hosts Heather and Amos sit down with DeVonte Garcia, a young father with an incredible story of redemption and forgiveness. DeVonte shares his journey of battling drug addiction and the pain of an abse...
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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#48: Kendra Russell - Protecting Kids in the Age of Technology
As technology becomes increasingly integrated into our children's lives, so too does the risk of exploitation. Kendra Russell, a digital evidence forensic examiner from South Dakota’s Division of Criminal Investigation, stands at the forefront ...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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#47: Sarah Kurtenbach - Financial Sovereignty for Young Women
From accumulating a million dollars in debt to achieving financial freedom, Sarah Kurtenbach is a powerful advocate for financial literacy for teenage and college-age women. Grounded in biblical wisdom, Sarah's mission is to empower young women...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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#46: Pete & Krista Beerman - Building a Vision: Marriage, Ministry, and Mission with the Beermans
From battling personal struggles like pornography addiction and autoimmune disease, to building a thriving church and business in a small Minnesota town, Pete and Krista Bierman share their story of resilience and unwavering commitment to their...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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52:40
#45: Greg Sands - From Skid Row to Major Benefactor: Victory Over Addiction
Once trapped in the cycle of crack cocaine addiction on the notorious streets of Skid Row, Greg Sands' story is one of extraordinary redemption. This episode takes you through Greg’s intense struggles with addiction, the life-altering realizati...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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51:55
#44: Dr. Lauren Skattum - A Modern Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman
A guardian of traditional, personalized healthcare and deeply attuned to the needs of women's health, Dr. Lauren Skattum is a force in today's complex medical landscape. Her journey has taken her from Alabama to Africa, and now to her ...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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46:41
#43: Jill Albers - Divine Appointments and Humbling Adventures
Meet Jill, the newest member of Fortitude, as she shares how unexpected and difficult paths have led her to a life rich with adventure. From adopting holistic health methods as her father battled pancreatic cancer, to her unconventiona...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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42:18
#42: Paul DeJong Returns To Fortitude - "Bloom Where You Are Planted"
We welcome back our most listened-to guest from Season 1, Paul DeJong! Paul shares updates on his life since retiring due to Parkinson's disease, discussing the physical and emotional adjustments he's navigated. From embracing assisted li...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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1:14:39
#41: Season Two Begins. Amos & Heather's Vision for Fortitude, Wisdom, and How YOU Can Get Involved
What is Fortitude all about, & why are Amos and Heather continuing with a season 2? We are grateful you are here to find out. If you, or someone you know has a story of Overcoming Adversity with Courage, Redemption and Hope, we ...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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27:50
#40: Angela Drake - Loud Mouth Mama - Tackling Suicide with Compassion and Courage
After the loss of her daughter Brittany in March of 2016, Angela Drake has made it her mission to channel her grief into hope, resources, and support for others. She is the Founder of Fight Like A Ninja and Owner of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. S...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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47:28
#39 - Lori Sheldon - Change of Heart: A Family's Tale of Faith, Prayer and a New Heart
Lori Sheldon, a recent author whose journey of resilience, love, and faith is nothing short of inspiring.Lori, a dedicated mother of three beautiful daughters and wife to Kevin, shares her extraordinary experience navigating he...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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#38: Rollie & Ruth Vander Lee - A Couple's LOVE Prevails Over Near Death COVID Experience
From Rock Rapids, Iowa, Ruth and Rollie share their harrowing journey through COVID-19, a story marked by love, loss, and miraculous divine moments. From facing the unthinkable with the loss of Rollie’s father to Ruth's life-threatening batt...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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47:31
#37: Tom Henderson - Faith, Family, and Forgiveness
Tom Henderson is a follower of Jesus, husband to Laura, and father to Isaiah and Chase. He is also the founder of RESGEN, the RESGEN Men’s Summit and the RESGEN Giving Life Podcast. He is driven by a passion to reach people with the Good New...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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48:44
#36: Dylan Lesselyoung - Unbroken Spirit: A Journey Beyond Limits
Dylan, the founder and President of Wheelchair Adventures. Born and raised in South Dakota, Dylan's life took a significant turn when a car accident/suicide attempt at the age of 18 resulted in a C2/C3 spinal cord injury, leaving him as a quadr...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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53:21
#35: John Glasser - A Torchbearer's Journey of Unwavering Faith!
In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we invite John Glasser, a man whose life is a beacon of transformative faith. From his roots in a family that spread the gospel across state lines to his own personal struggles and revelations, Jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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#34: Michael De Jong - From the Shadows to the Sanctuary: A Beautiful Journey of Divine Purpose
In this episode, Amos and Heather Kittelson welcome Michael De Jong, a man of deep faith, to discuss his transformative journey from a troubled past to leading a well known ministry and church. De Jong recounts his path from a...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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46:56
#33: Heather Erickson - Touch of Love: Remembering Ethan’s Infectious Spark
In this profound episode of "Fortitude," hosts Heather and Amos Kittleson sit down with Heather Erickson, who shares a touching and deeply personal story of her son - Ethan's courageous battle with cancer from the ages of 11years old to 12ye...
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1:18:22
#32: Kuol Malou - Healing Invisible Scars Through Empathy
Kuol Malou's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and deep-rooted commitment to community and relationships. Originating from South Sudan amidst civil unrest, Kuol sought refuge in the United States in 1998, a life-altering experien...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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43:17
#31: Melanie Brown - Earthly Angels Do Exist - Beautiful Faith & Hope During a Time of Loss
Get ready for this episode of Fortitude, where resilience meets inspiration! Join hosts Heather and Amos as they engage in a powerful conversation with Melanie A. Brown, a seasoned nurse and award-winning international sales team leader with...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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51:47
