Ep 92 - Kirk Cameron: Accidental TV Heartthrob, Professional Prankster and Lifelong Learner

The 80’s called with one of their biggest heartthrobs on the line! Husband, father, actor and filmmaker, Kirk Cameron, joins Paula for a totally fun and genuine conversation about child stardom, finding faith and the inner prankster that leaves you wondering where the Growing Pains’ Mike Seaver stops and this real life troublemaker big brother begins!  With zero interest in acting and a love for biology and science, hear the coincidental story that led Kirk to star in one of television’s most beloved shows at just 14. In the midst of navigating his own typical teen struggles, that iconic set would open some of the most important doors of Kirk’s life, including to the church and to meeting Chelsea, his wife of 32 years. Kirk spills the worst prank he ever played on Chelsea, shares the real life reaction his kids had to finding his vintage Teen Beat covers and also gives Paula the scoop about his latest passion project that might just have him visiting a library near you.  Learn more about Kirk’s new picture book, “As You Grow”  Keep up with Kirk on Facebook or over at his Website Learn more about his latest movie, “Lifemark” Paula’s new book, “You Don’t Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a Better Way Forward”, is almost here! Visit PaulaFarisOfficial.com to get all the info on her upcoming meet and greet book store tour!  Don’t miss Paula’s biweekly newsletter where she shares facts, favorites, fun… and giveaways! Visit PaulaFarisOfficial.com and scroll to the bottom to add your email to the list.       Learn everything about Paula’s company CARRY Media and sign up for The CARRY ALL, THE essential weekly newsletter for the working mom that drops every Sunday! Follow along with CARRY Media on social media: @carry_media  Connect with Paula & share what you are feeling called to in this season of your life: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook  Subscribe & Listen to more episodes of the Podcast: Access More | Spotify | Apple

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Join award winning journalist Paula Faris as she explores what people are called to and why, equipping you to live the life you were meant for! These real, honest conversations will leave you encouraged, empowered (with takeaways!) and entertained.Paula will be joined each week by friends--some old, some new--who can talk about purpose, calling, fear, branching out and the risks of pursuing dreams from their own perspective. Guests include: Candace Cameron Bure, ESPN's Maria Taylor, Chris Tomlin, Michael Strahan, Lauren Daigle, Sadie Robertson, Kathie Lee Gifford, Jenna Bush and many more!Most recently, she spent 9 years at ABC News, during which she was a co-anchor of 'Good Morning America' weekend edition, co-host of 'The View' and host of the 'Journeys Of Faith' podcast. While at the network, Faris reported on everything from politics, news and entertainment to sports and faith, interviewing the likes of Hillary Clinton, Sean Spicer, Joe Biden, Tiger Woods, Reece Witherspoon, to the casts of "Star Wars" and "Avengers".Faris graduated from Cedarville University ('97). She is a wife, mom, and dedicated follower of Jesus who bases her life and podcast on the foundational principals of Christianity, to love God and love people. She and her husband John reside in South Carolina with their three children.