Parablesnow
By Quentin Edmonds
Parablesnow (Parables Now) is a storytelling platform where we partner with real people as they tell their true stories. Kobe Bryant said "If you want to make the world a better place, stories are the place to start". Together we'll change the 🌎, one story at a time.
Parablesnow Nov 20, 2022
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The Worst of Sinners?
The story teller grapples with the question, am I the worst of sinners? He takes us through the journey of his life, that includes time in jail and divorce from his wife. This is a true story of redemption.
Nov 20, 202248:15
The OG Preacher (Part 2)
The OG Preacher story continues in part 2. In Part 1 he tells of his younger years that was filled with challenges and struggles that included being shot 13 times. Part 2 tells of his redemption and how the road led to ministry.
Nov 13, 202238:09
The OG Preacher (Part 1)
In this episode we hear the story of a real OG. (Original Gangster for those that don't know). He takes us through a life that was filled with heartbreak at a young age. Those challenges led him to a riotous life.
Nov 06, 202232:17
Update....New Episode Coming Soon!
New episode coming coon! We tell you more about what's been going on behind the scenes. https://open.spotify.com/show/7gEIaqrRKEhQyIfqqvCZl0?si=ZkW60MT0S_OaRBCJiSoNZw&utm_source=copy-link https://parablesnow.com/ https://youtube.com/channel/UC7QpZbBGKTziU9m03YhhjDA
Nov 02, 202209:51
Parablesnow Update
We've been on a break, however we have exciting things coming. So please stay tuned!
Jun 29, 202202:50
Friday Reflection with The Cuticle Counselor (Forced Responsibility)
Our storyteller sat down with the Cuticle Counselor to reflect on life. Follow the Cuticle Counselor www.facebook.com/thecuticlecounselor/ instagram.com/thecuticlecounselor?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
May 27, 202234:23
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #11
Uvalde, Texas 🙏🏿😪
May 25, 202208:20
Forced Responsibility (Part 2)
In part 2 of this story the storyteller talks about the fall of his marriage, infidelity, and how he found honesty.
May 22, 202239:02
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #10
Just a little prayer
May 18, 202201:56
Forced Responsibility (Part 1)
This storyteller speaks of being overly sexualised at a young age, which lead to lust and having to be responsible for the actions it brought.
May 15, 202236:40
Reflection Friday with The Cuticle Counselor (Takeaways From A Woman)
The Cuticle Counselor sits down with the story of Takeaways From A Woman. This is a powerful reflection. The story talks about watching her mom deteriorate right before her eyes. For more info on the Cuticle Counselor please follow instagram.com/thecuticlecounselor?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= www.facebook.com/thecuticlecounselor/
May 13, 202232:09
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #9
Thank You
May 11, 202202:16
Takeaways From A Woman
This is a very special Mother's Day edition of Parablesnow. Our host and facilitator sat down with his mother as she told her story. Her journey is filled with lessons, losses, and legacy. She gives key takeaways that will help generations to come. 🔥🔥
May 08, 202201:01:11
Reflection Friday with The Cuticle Counselor (Tale Of A Giant)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. So for the month of May our storytellers sit down with The Cuticle Counselor as she helps them reflect on things from their story and on the status of their overall Mental Health.
For more information on the Cuticle Counselor please folow her @:
instagram.com/thecuticlecounselor?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
www.facebook.com/thecuticlecounselor/
For more information on the Cuticle Counselor please folow her @:
instagram.com/thecuticlecounselor?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
www.facebook.com/thecuticlecounselor/
May 06, 202218:40
Tale of A Giant
This storyteller shares stories of her father. From being likeable and loved to a life well lived. She confronts her feelings of him passing on her birthday.
May 01, 202226:39
You Don't Have To Be Good For God To Love You (Part 2)
This storyteller takes about her struggles to find God's love after being labeled a bastard. She talks about the first man she ever loved and how she tried to be good in order to earn love.
Apr 24, 202224:42
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #8
Just a little prayer 🙏🏿
Apr 20, 202205:31
You Don't Have To Be Good For God To Love You (Part 1)
This storyteller takes about her struggles to find God's love after being labeled a bastard. She talks about the first man she ever loved and how she tried to be good in order to earn love.
Apr 17, 202224:47
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #7
Filters
Apr 13, 202202:32
Drifting Deep
"The closer I get to my truth, those deeper parts of me, the closer I get to oneness".
We can't deny our experiences and this storyteller shares those experiences. Her experience with church, drugs, family, and music.
We can't deny our experiences and this storyteller shares those experiences. Her experience with church, drugs, family, and music.
Apr 10, 202241:00
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #6
Strength and Weaknesses
Apr 06, 202204:59
A House Divided
This storyteller talks about being stuck in the performative cycle of church. "There was a faith based protocol but there wasn't connection". This had them feeling lost. That feeling bled into their college years and caused them to make questionable decisions. They tell the struggle of having a father that at times did more church than family.
Apr 03, 202232:05
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #5
Repent. To God. To You. To Others.
Mar 30, 202202:24
VulMANbility: Catching Men (Part 2)
This storyteller takes us on the journey of the vulnerability and accountability. He talks of his struggle with alcohol, going to rehab, and ultimately his awareness and commitment to fight the war within.
Mar 27, 202234:43
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #4
Today we tell the story of prayer. 🙏🏿
Mar 23, 202207:21
VulMANbility: Catching Men (Part 1)
Today's storyteller takes us through his vulnerable story of being gracefully broken and rebuilt to chase after men and help them shed the mask of masculinity.
Mar 20, 202228:49
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #3
We have to normalize feeling mentally distressed. You won't feel mentally perfect everyday. Even Jesus had mental distress. It's ok and it will get better.
Mar 16, 202203:31
No More Hustle #7
This storyteller takes us from Omaha to Houston to Los Angeles to Baltimore. She takes us from Pimps and Prostitutions to Strippers to Running for Prayers. This one will bless you.
Mar 13, 202239:37
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #2
Today we talk about the system of discipline and than add a little shot of prayer.
Mar 09, 202202:13
Mandatory Maturation
This is part 1 of a special 2 part series where mother and son tell their perspectives of the same sudden heartbreaking loss.
Mar 06, 202223:23
Bonus: An interview with Parablesnow
Parablesnow sits down with Boss Radio Live! with NJ to talk about the genesis of the Parablesnow initiative. This interview is engaging, exciting, educational, and entertaining.
Questions: parablesnow@gmail.com
Video YouTube link for this interview: https://youtu.be/e9pP1ZWviEs
Podcast website: https://bossradiolivewithnj.buzzsprout.com/
Business website media page: https://bossradiolivewithnj.buzzsprout.com/
Mar 03, 202236:27
Wellness Wednesday: A Shot of Prayer #1
Today we work the therapeutic and biblical system of prayer.
Mar 02, 202203:14
A Daughter's Love Postmortem
This weeks storyteller talks about how she navigated the death of her father. She evaluates her relationship with her father, the lessons she's learned and how she can continue his legacy. She talks about how a good father and a good husband may or may not mean the same thing.
Feb 27, 202231:28
Moments of Heartbreak
**Warning** This story contains talks of drug use. This storyteller talks of losing a lover, a father, and a friend.
Feb 20, 202232:22
Behind The Scenes: Stories Untold (Part 2)
**Warning** This story contains talks of death and murder. In part 2 of this story, the storyteller tells in detail how he almost died twice on a mission trip in Africa.
Feb 13, 202242:35
Behind The Scenes: Stories Untold (Part 1)
**Warning** This story contains talks of death and murder. In part 1 of this story, the storyteller tells of his eye-opening accounts of the church "ecosystem", and two near death experiences while on the same international trip.
Feb 06, 202234:03
Shame and Confusion
*Warning* This episode contains talk about sex. This storyteller tells the story of finding his identity after being kicked out of school for having sex.
Jan 30, 202223:05
Teaser: Welcome to Parablesnow!
Parablesnow (Parables Now) is a storytelling platform that partners with real people as they tell their true stories. This is an introductory episode.
Jan 21, 202207:55