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Michelle Childs Beedle is a seasoned performer and has had many achievements in theatre, radio and television.

Michelle began performing at the early age of three. She earned a B.M. Performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance in 2003, and a M.A. in ministry from World Revival School of Ministry in 2005. For over 10 years, she has taught music classes and private music lessons, and served in children’s ministry.

She is no stranger to the airwaves, That Girl Michelle hosted That Show on Cutting Edge Christian Radio 1030 the Light from 2003-2005 and is currently a morning show host on IRevial Radio. Michelle was a cast member and singer on the Telly® and Emmy® Award-winning, Steve and Kathy Show. In 2010, she began acting in films. She appeared in the short film, Change For a Dollar, which received 2 Emmy Awards. Michelle has had roles in three feature length films: The Freedom of Silence , The Pascal Sign and Three Blind Saints.

Michelle lives in Belton, Missouri with her husband Patrick and two young children.

Michelle Beedle

Brian Smith is the founder and president of The Aus-sums. He is the father of four children, including one who has been diagnosed with severe autism. An entrepreneur at heart, Brian created a blog, "The Aus-Sum Dad" and Facebook page to help other parents of children with autism.

Brian has helped families with loved ones diagnosed with autism function better for many years. Passionate and a dynamic speaker, Brian has a lot of experience working with children and teens as a pastor. Reach out to Brian at theaussumdad.com and on Facebook at The Aus-Sum Dad.