Jess Ask
Ready to uncover the secrets of success and self-discovery? Welcome to "Jess Ask"! Host Jessica S. Smith invites you on a journey of exploration and inspiration as she dives deep into the lives of influencers, entrepreneurs, and creatives. What does it take to overcome challenges and thrive in today's world? Join Jessica and her guests as they share candid stories, valuable insights, and laughter-filled moments. From career transitions to personal growth, "Jess Ask" is your go-to destination for genuine conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and inspired. Tune in and embark on a journey of discovery with "Jess Ask"!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 60 minutes
- Episodes
- 122
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Foster Care to Freedom: How God Rewrote My Adoption Story | FT Stephanie Byrd | EP123
Description:
Mom of five and author Stephanie Byrd shares how God carried her from foster care and rejection to healing, marriage, and motherhood. She opens up about being born drug-exposed, discoveri…
Mom of five and author Stephanie Byrd shares how God carried her from foster care and rejection to healing, marriage, and motherhood. She opens up about being born drug-exposed, discoveri…
01:08:46 |
Thu 04 Sep 2025
How God Heals Trauma and Restores Your Voice | FT Yolanda Lewis | EP122
Description:
In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Yolanda Lewis, author, coach, and advocate for healing, to talk about trauma, recovery, and God’s grace. Yolanda opens up about her journey t…
In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Yolanda Lewis, author, coach, and advocate for healing, to talk about trauma, recovery, and God’s grace. Yolanda opens up about her journey t…
01:05:25 |
Thu 28 Aug 2025
Balancing Business and Ministry Through God’s Grace | FT Omar Eltakrori | EP121
Description:
Jess sits down with Omar Eltakrori to unpack how Christian entrepreneurs can balance business and ministry through God’s grace—not hustle. They dig into why compartmentalizing faith hurts…
Jess sits down with Omar Eltakrori to unpack how Christian entrepreneurs can balance business and ministry through God’s grace—not hustle. They dig into why compartmentalizing faith hurts…
00:48:05 |
Thu 21 Aug 2025
YouTube Growth Secrets Every Creator Needs to Hear | FT Omar Eltakrori | EP120
Description:
In this week's episode, Jess and Desiree sit down with Omar Eltakrori to unpack what it really takes to succeed on YouTube. From choosing one platform to focus on, to mastering the art of…
In this week's episode, Jess and Desiree sit down with Omar Eltakrori to unpack what it really takes to succeed on YouTube. From choosing one platform to focus on, to mastering the art of…
00:35:38 |
Thu 14 Aug 2025
The Race to Freedom: Our Woman Evolve Experience | FT Pat & Stacy Doss | EP119
Description:
Jess and Desiree are back with a special recap from Woman Evolve 2025, themed “The Race to Freedom.” Joined by mother-daughter duo Pat and Stacy Doss, this episode unpacks the beauty of s…
Jess and Desiree are back with a special recap from Woman Evolve 2025, themed “The Race to Freedom.” Joined by mother-daughter duo Pat and Stacy Doss, this episode unpacks the beauty of s…
00:29:01 |
Thu 07 Aug 2025
True Freedom in God: Letting Go of Your Past | with Desiree Danielle | EP118
Description:
In this powerful episode, Jess and Desiree dive into the difference between fake freedom and true freedom found in Christ, reflecting on John 8:36: “Whom the Son sets free is free indeed.…
In this powerful episode, Jess and Desiree dive into the difference between fake freedom and true freedom found in Christ, reflecting on John 8:36: “Whom the Son sets free is free indeed.…
00:57:35 |
Thu 31 Jul 2025
How Obedience Heals: YES365 Mid-Year Check-In | with Desiree Danielle | EP117
Description:
In this honest mid-year check-in, Jess and Desiree reflect on their YES365 commitment and the unexpected ways obedience has shaped their year. From wrestling with tough moments to witness…
In this honest mid-year check-in, Jess and Desiree reflect on their YES365 commitment and the unexpected ways obedience has shaped their year. From wrestling with tough moments to witness…
00:51:37 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Finding Your Identity Through God | FT Aisha Sanders | EP116
Jessica sits down with Aisha Sanders, founder of Krowned Academy, to talk about the journey of becoming the woman God called her to be. Aisha opens up about how abandonment, rejection, and rebellion …
01:14:11 |
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Trusting God Through Your Child’s Diagnosis | FT Krystal Boman | EP115
Description:
In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Krystal Boman, the mother of Krystalyn Boman, who is currently battling brain cancer. Krystal shares her emotional journey—from the miraculou…
In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Krystal Boman, the mother of Krystalyn Boman, who is currently battling brain cancer. Krystal shares her emotional journey—from the miraculou…
01:13:23 |
Thu 10 Jul 2025
How to Steward Your Yes to God | with Desiree Danielle | EP114
Description:
Jess and Desiree keep it real about what happens after you say yes to God. This episode explores the weight of obedience and what it means to actually manage your yes with your mind, body…
Jess and Desiree keep it real about what happens after you say yes to God. This episode explores the weight of obedience and what it means to actually manage your yes with your mind, body…
00:47:05 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
Why the Church Needs PR | FT Sarah Busby | EP113
Description:
Jess sits down with PR professional Sarah Busby, owner of B The Buzz Agency, to unpack the power of public relations and its overlooked role in the church. Sarah opens up about her own fa…
Jess sits down with PR professional Sarah Busby, owner of B The Buzz Agency, to unpack the power of public relations and its overlooked role in the church. Sarah opens up about her own fa…
01:10:24 |
Thu 26 Jun 2025
From Laughter to Legacy | FT Floss the Mack | EP112
Description:
In this special fan-powered episode, comedian and actor Floss the Mack returns to Jess Ask the Podcast for a raw, real, and unforgettable conversation. While laughter brought him to the s…
In this special fan-powered episode, comedian and actor Floss the Mack returns to Jess Ask the Podcast for a raw, real, and unforgettable conversation. While laughter brought him to the s…
01:07:04 |
Thu 19 Jun 2025
Worship, Work, and Worth: Is It Ministry or a Job? | FT Enrique Holmes | EP111
Description:
Jess is joined by gospel artist, educator, and father Enrique Holmes for a powerful conversation on worship, identity, and balance. Enrique opens up about how teaching grounds him and pre…
Jess is joined by gospel artist, educator, and father Enrique Holmes for a powerful conversation on worship, identity, and balance. Enrique opens up about how teaching grounds him and pre…
01:02:14 |
Thu 12 Jun 2025
Yes, No, Maybe: Finding Clarity in Boundaries | with Desiree Danielle | EP110
Description:
Jess and Desiree sit down for an honest conversation about the power behind the word “no.” They explore what it means to give a firm no without guilt, why sometimes a no is actually prote…
Jess and Desiree sit down for an honest conversation about the power behind the word “no.” They explore what it means to give a firm no without guilt, why sometimes a no is actually prote…
00:39:31 |
Thu 05 Jun 2025
The Journey of a Healed Wife | FT SunRay | EP109
Description:
Jess sits down with Sun'Ray, founder of The Healed Wife Community, for a powerful conversation on surrender, healing, and God’s perfect timing. From sleeping in her car and living out of …
Jess sits down with Sun'Ray, founder of The Healed Wife Community, for a powerful conversation on surrender, healing, and God’s perfect timing. From sleeping in her car and living out of …
00:56:39 |
Thu 29 May 2025
Navigating Jealousy as a Christian Content Creator | FT Lish Speaks | EP108
Description:
In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess and Lish Speaks talk about the parts of content creation people don’t always admit—especially when it comes to jealousy, comparison, and wait…
In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess and Lish Speaks talk about the parts of content creation people don’t always admit—especially when it comes to jealousy, comparison, and wait…
01:18:55 |
Thu 22 May 2025
Transitions & Friendships: Inspired by Insecure |with Desiree Danielle | EP107
In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess and Desiree get real about how friendships evolve during life’s transitions. From grief to personal growth, they reflect on how the show Insecure mirrors…
00:49:23 |
Thu 15 May 2025
Motherhood Changed Everything: I Didn't Want Kids | FT Cia Edwards-Wiggins | EP106
Description:
In this special Mother’s Day episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with trauma recovery and relationship coach Cia Edwards-Wiggins to talk about motherhood from a rarely heard p…
In this special Mother’s Day episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with trauma recovery and relationship coach Cia Edwards-Wiggins to talk about motherhood from a rarely heard p…
00:57:55 |
Thu 08 May 2025
Navigating Faith, Tragedy & the Classroom | FT Deanka Hart | EP105
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In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with educator Deanka Hart to talk about the intersection of faith, tragedy, and purpose. Deanka shares her journey of navigating pe…
In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with educator Deanka Hart to talk about the intersection of faith, tragedy, and purpose. Deanka shares her journey of navigating pe…
01:13:08 |
Thu 01 May 2025
Embracing Your Many Gifts | FT CJ Wade | EP104
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In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with CJ Wade to talk about the freedom that comes from movement—physically, creatively, and spiritually. CJ opens up about how danc…
In this episode of Jess Ask the Podcast, Jess sits down with CJ Wade to talk about the freedom that comes from movement—physically, creatively, and spiritually. CJ opens up about how danc…
01:14:30 |
Thu 24 Apr 2025
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