When life feels uncertain, fear creeps in, or the future looks nothing like we expected, where do we find the courage to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with New York Times bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado to talk about his book Unbreakable Courage and how the biblical story of Elijah offers […]
After Abortion: The Emotions, Questions and Healing We Rarely Talk About
This isn’t an easy conversation, but after hearing stories recently that truly touched my heart, I felt compelled to explore a side of abortion we don’t talk about nearly enough. We’re not here to debate whether abortion is right or wrong. We’re asking a different question: What happens next? What emotions surface? What questions linger? […]
Now Serving Houston’s Best-Kept Secret: Chef’s Table | Tanji Patton’s Goodtaste for the Soul
If you haven’t been to Chef’s Table in Houston, you’ll want to add it to your must-do list! This award-winning restaurant, known for its bold South African flavors and creative cuisine, has just opened a second location in River Oaks. I’ve always had a soft spot for Chef’s Table — the food is exceptional, and […]
Tanji’s Update: God Is Steady, Even When Healing Takes Time
Faith, Family, & the American Dream | Tanji Patton’s Goodtaste for the Soul
Imagine beginning life as an orphan and going on to build a family legacy that would span 5 generations. One built on faith, family and quite frankly, an American dream. For more than 50 years, the Hernandez family has been quietly building a Houston legacy at Martin Tailors—one stitch, one customer and one generation at […]
The Coffee Maker I Used Until It Died & an Easy Ice Cream Espresso Treat
I loved my first one so much, I used it for 10 YEARS—until it finally gave out! Now I’m on my second, and I even have a travel version. I’m serious about my morning coffee, and this machine is worth every penny I spend on pods. It’s how I start my day, and I can’t […]
4th-Gen Pitmaster Reveals What He Orders… With the ‘Queen of Texas BBQ’ by His Side
Fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black shares what he loves to order at his own restaurant, The Original Black’s Barbecue. He’s joined by his grandmother, second-generation pitmaster Norma Jean Black, the beloved “Queen of Texas Barbecue.” As Barrett talks about his favorites, he shares something more meaningful than the food itself: barbecue is all about who you’re […]
What if the secret to a better life is learning to do… nothing?
Francesca Montillo, better known as The Lazy Italian, is living a little bit of the “Under the Tuscan Sun” dream. After years of working, saving and planning in Boston, she finally made her dream of owning a home in Tuscany a reality. And along the way, she discovered something Italians call “the sweetness of doing […]
Behind the Badge: The Battle You Don’t See
https://www.hopeforheroestx.org/ They’re the people we count on when something goes terribly wrong—the police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other first responders who run toward situations most of us would run from. But what happens after the sirens stop? What does carrying those experiences day after day do to the mind and the heart? Behind the badge, […]
The Godwinks I Didn’t See Coming: An Update from Tanji
If you or someone you love has ever been given a tough medical diagnosis, you know what a rollercoaster ride the journey to getting help and healing can be. Tanji received a diagnosis of a malignant tumor in her breast this summer and has been receiving treatment at the wonderful MD Anderson Cancer Center in […]
Walking in the Footsteps of Paul in Rome w/ Sally Cardenas
Amid the ancient ruins, iconic landmarks, and layers of history that make Rome so captivating, it’s easy to miss some of the city’s most significant sites—especially if you don’t know where to look. I’ve been to Rome a handful of times, but never before had I traced the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and St. […]
Everyone Remembers the Story w/ Bill Nichols | Tanji Patton’s Goodtaste for the Soul
What can a pencil teach us about Jesus? Quite a lot, as you’re about to see through the work of my guest today, Bill Nichols. Bill is a very gifted Texas artist, pastor, even the cofounder of a major cable network. These days, he creates in a beautiful—and surprisingly simple—way to bring the timeless parables […]
Don Brady Texas Winemaker Goodtaste with Tanji
Today’s interview is with a Texas winemaker who’s producing some notable red wines in California’s beautiful Paso Robles wine region. I first discovered Brady Vineyards after spotting their Zinfandel on the shelf at H-E-B. Truth be told, I don’t usually reach for Zinfandel, but there was something different about Brady’s. It wasn’t the typical fruit […]
Spiritual Warfare with Pastor Ed Newton
We don’t talk much about spiritual warfare anymore, but maybe we should. What if some of the greatest battles we face aren’t the obvious ones—or even come disguised as something good? To dive deeper into what can be a heavy topic, I reached out to Community Bible Church Pastor Ed Newton in San Antonio, TX, […]
No Post Oak Wood? The Fourth-Generation Pitmaster at Black’s Barbecue Shares His Backup
Post oak wood is at the heart of The Original Black’s Barbecue — it’s fueled the flavor five generations have built their name on. But what happens when it’s not available? Fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black shares what he turns to when post oak wood isn’t an option.













