The 13 Beginnings

The 13 Beginnings
Podcast Description
The 13 Beginnings is a heartfelt journey into the stories and legacy of the Kriser family. With 13 children born to Ben and Bonnie Kriser—7 boys and 6 girls—our family has grown to include 71 grandchildren, 89 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren . In this podcast, we gather to share cherished memories, listen to one another’s life stories, and learn more about the lives we’ve built. As life takes us in different directions, it’s easy to feel distanced, but this podcast aims to restore that sense of connection and unity.Together, we’ll rekindle the bonds that have shaped our family and provide a meaningful space to record our history. Through stories of the past and present, we strengthen and comfort one another, ensuring that the essence of the Kriser family is preserved for future generations. After all, "Family is not just an important thing, it’s everything" – Michael J. Fox.
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The podcast explores themes of family legacy, personal growth, faith, and community. Episodes include personal stories like Matthew Kriser discussing his faith journey and influence as a middle child, Cory Kriser reflecting on childhood memories and travel experiences, and Colby Anderson sharing his path towards faith and community leadership, all emphasizing the emotional and transformative power of family bonds.

The 13 Beginnings is a heartfelt journey into the stories and legacy of the Kriser family. With 13 children born to Ben and Bonnie Kriser—7 boys and 6 girls—our family has grown to include 71 grandchildren, 89 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren . In this podcast, we gather to share cherished memories, listen to one another’s life stories, and learn more about the lives we’ve built. As life takes us in different directions, it’s easy to feel distanced, but this podcast aims to restore that sense of connection and unity.
Together, we’ll rekindle the bonds that have shaped our family and provide a meaningful space to record our history. Through stories of the past and present, we strengthen and comfort one another, ensuring that the essence of the Kriser family is preserved for future generations. After all, "Family is not just an important thing, it’s everything" – Michael J. Fox.
In this episode of the '13 Beginnings' podcast, hosts interview Josh and Andrea Bouchard from American Fork, delving into their family life and Andrea's journey. Andrea discusses the significance of her name, her upbringing, and family dynamics. The conversation transitions to Josh's meeting and courtship with Andrea, leading to their quick marriage and life together. They talk about their four children, including a son on a mission in Michigan. Josh's professional journey from various entrepreneurial ventures to his current role as COO at Savory is highlighted. Andrea shares her profound insights on the 'False Promises of the World,' emphasizing natural health approaches and the dangers of relying on big pharma and synthetic products. The podcast also includes heartfelt stories and praises from Andrea's family members, affirming her resilience, love, and the positive influence she has had on those around her.

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