Episodes
Published 08/01/22
Have you been working to earn God’s love? Are you afraid God will reject you if you don’t say or do just the right thing at just the right time? If that’s you, listen in as we turn from a legalistic relationship with religion to a freeing relationship with God. Join us and our episode guest, Dr. Jim Richards, as we tackle “Jesus and … Religion” on this week’s episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Living Real Life. Asking Real Questions. Finding Real Hope. Livin' La Vida Gokey is brought to you...
Published 08/01/22
Our feelings are big—and our feelings are real—but they aren’t always telling us the truth. So how do we determine if our feelings are leading us into deeper truths or stirring up a lie? Our episode guest, Robin Altland (who also happens to be Danny’s manager’s sister!), has worked with individuals and organizations in behavioral change for over 30 years, and today she is helping us weigh out our big feelings with the deep truths of Scripture.  Join us as we talk out all the feels on “Jesus...
Published 07/25/22
Growing up in church you may have heard the message that stated, “Once saved, all good!” But as believers, we have gone through some tough stuff and experienced some hard places in our lives. So where is God in our suffering? Is he present in our pain? Where is Jesus in the unexpected places?  Join us and our very special guest, Life Coach and Author Jillian Chambers, as we tackle “Jesus and … the Unexpected Places” on this week’s episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Living Real Life. Asking...
Published 07/18/22
It’s the number-one selling book in the world. It is also arguably the most misunderstood book in the world. What book are we talking about it? You guessed it … the Bible. On today’s episode our guests Michael and Lauren McAfee from Washington D.C.’s Museum of the Bible chime in as we ask the hard questions like, Why is the Bible important? Can the Bible be trusted? Can it be tested? And is the Bible relevant in our 21st century lives?  So won’t you join us? As we continue our “Jesus and …"...
Published 07/11/22
We’re hittin’ it hard from the get-go as we tackle the timely topic, “Jesus and … the Church” in this first episode of our brand new “Jesus and …” Season 2 series. What role does the Church play in our lives? Is it really important to attend a church? How do we respond when are hurt by the people of the Church? Plus, our pastor Alex Seeley is joining in from our home church The Belonging Co. in Nashville, Tennessee. So won’t you join us? A new show drops on Mondays, so subscribe so you never...
Published 07/04/22
On Season 2 of Livin’ La Vida Gokey we are inviting all of the questions about our ever-shifting lives in hopes of discovering more about God, each other, and ourselves. The theme is “Jesus and …” Won’t you join us for the journey? It all kicks off on the 4th of July, subscribe now so you never miss a Livin' La Vida Gokey episode! This is Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Real Life. Real Questions. Real Hope.
Published 06/28/22
With so many “hot topics” commanding our conversations, and so much of what we consume via media focused on these topics, Danny and Leyicet ask the important question, "What is our role as Christians in these cultural conversations?" Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand-new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie...
Published 11/22/21
Music has an enormous influence on our lives. In this all-about-music conversation, Danny and Leyicet give their own spin on parents' age-old "to listen or to not listen" secular music versus Christian music question. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand-new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie Fink Director Of...
Published 11/15/21
Danny and Leyicet offer some spiritual perspectives on America's politically-charged culture. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand-new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie Fink Director Of Photography: John-Luke Solid  Audio Engineer: Chris Cameron Mixing Engineer: Paul Royer Theme Song: “Agradecido" Written by Danny...
Published 11/08/21
The Gokey's give us a peek behind the curtain of their very public union –– what works, what they're still working on, and all the advice they can muster for those wading through the sometimes topsy-turvy waters of matrimony. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie Fink Director Of...
Published 11/01/21
The fabric of Leyciet’s “American Dream” includes parents who are first-generation immigrants. So Danny and Leyicet explore her family’s story, the many misconceptions of immigrants, and discuss the role of the Church in the ongoing story of America’s growing international community. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all...
Published 10/25/21
The feisty power couple tip their hard hats to faith as they share the lay of the land on their working partnership in real estate on the latest episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Real Life. Real Hope. Real fun. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie Fink Director Of Photography:...
Published 10/18/21
Danny goes vulnerable as he shares the terror religious legalism wreaked on his mental, emotional and spiritual health –– and the freedom he’s finding on the other side of fear. All on a relatable episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Real Life. Real Hope. Real fun.  Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew...
Published 10/11/21
How did two people from very different backgrounds find God? On today’s episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey, Danny and Leyicet are givin’ a witness to their unique faith experiences and how they’re livin’ it out in love! Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie Fink Director Of...
Published 10/04/21
He’s white. She’s Latina. He’s from Milwaukee. She’s from Miami. (Oh, and her parents––who only speak Spanish––live with them.) One thing is true ... the Gokey family is diverse. Danny and Leyicet talk all about the lessons they’ve learned about theirselves, each other, and God while Livin’ La Vida Gokey in a multi-cultural family.  Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and...
Published 09/27/21
Danny and Leyicet get into the nitty-gritty of parenting … the dos, the donts, and the what-were-we-thinkings!? On an episode chock full of the real life wins and mishaps of family life on Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Real Life. Real Hope. Real fun. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and leave us a rating and a review. It all helps! Producer: Andrew Greer  Director/Editor: Cubbie...
Published 09/20/21
Danny and Leyicet get real from the get-go as they discuss the sensitive and sometimes-tricky family dynamics (and misconceptions) of finding love again after the tragic loss of a spouse –– in this case, after the unexpected death of Danny’s first wife and the re-discovery of love and marriage with Leyicet. Dive into the latest episode of Livin’ La Vida Gokey … Real Life. Real Hope. Real fun.  Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new...
Published 09/13/21
In the series debut of Livin’ La Vida Gokey, Danny and Leyicet dig into the details of their relationship’s virtual beginnings, a less-than-ideal first date, and how the spunky couple is making marriage work ten years — and four kids! — later. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss Livin’ La Vida Gokey, new episodes every Monday! Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to be the first to receive brand new episodes. Plus, share this episode with your friends, and...
Published 09/06/21
What happens when two people from very different cultures decide to get married 7 months after meeting on Twitter, have a family and start to build a life & ministry? Lots of adjustment! Oh, and add to the fact that Danny Gokey's a touring musician, Leyicet flips real estate and we’ve got 4 kids under the age of 8, and you’ve got Livin’ la Vida Gokey! You’re invited through this podcast into the crazy that is our lives! Join us every Monday for real life, real hope, and real...
Published 08/28/21