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Did you grow up listening to Adventures in Odyssey? Focus on the Family’s long running audio radio drama is filled with lovable characters, hilarious one-liners, fun and suspense. One of the main characters, Katie Leigh (aka Connie Kendall) joins us to talk about working in Hollywood as a Christian, using entertainment for good, and a behind the scenes look into Odyssey. We’ll talk about:
3:17 The importance of humor
7:53 How parents play a huge role in shaping you
10:24 Why to stay childlike
12:05 Living out Christianity, even in Hollywood
14:55 What would Connie say about our kids on screens???
23:52 What makes Adventures in Odyssey such a good listen
Today’s guest Katie Leigh has been the voice of main character Connie Kendall on Focus on the Family’s audio radio drama, Adventures in Odyssey since the series first began in 1987. Her voice has been heard on Disney Junior, PBS Kids, Universal kids, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon.
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Learn more about Adventures in Odyssey, a Focus on the Family production here
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