Best Life Event Podcasts (2024)

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S4 EP35: Alana's Story - Near Death, Chronic Illness, And Awakening! 41:25

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Send us a text Alana Joy has spent over 20 years working as a nurse and psychotherapist. When she was a young girl, she had a near death experience after a tonsil removal operation that went wrong! Through her life and into adulthood, Alana always felt different, both physically and mentally, and it was a diagnosis of her son with a rare condition,…

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S4 EP34: Jeff's Story - Kidnapped! 43 Days To Freedom! 50:36

7d ago50:36

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Send us a text Jeff Frazier is a decorated US Army veteran with a passion for humanitarian work, that led him to Haiti, where he fought child trafficking, learned Haitian Creole, and relocated his family to Florida to serve Haiti’s most vulnerable communities. But that’s not all. During a large food distribution mission, Jeff was kidnapped by a Hai…

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S4 EP33: Bambi's Story - Redemption From A Life Time Of Abuse 47:08

15d ago47:08

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Send us a text Bambi Lynn joins us this week for a story of redemption against all the odds. Bambi endured some horrific abuse, from her mother and her father, her uncle, and various partners. It’s harrowing at times, and no one should have to go through what Bambi has been through. Although tough to hear, this is a story of triumph over trauma, a …

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S4 EP32: Sherry's Story - Who Will Take Care of Me Now? 35:16

23d ago35:16

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Send us a text Sherry Buckley-Brown was 12 years old when her father came upstairs and said ‘i just killed your Mom’. After years of physical abuse, he had finally done the unthinkable. Sherry has written a book, about her struggle as a young girl, as she grappled with the profound loss, and how her life was torn apart, from friends, to school, to …

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S4 EP31: Teresa's Story - My Journey To Finding Real Happiness 43:54

29d ago43:54

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Send us a text There was something about turning 40 years old that made Teresa Greco reevaluate her life. Some people might call it a midlife crisis, but for Teresa, it was an opportunity to start asking some very important questions about her life. Realizing that half her life had been lived (hopefully anyway) and wondering if this was all there w…

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S4 EP30: Jocelyn's Story - Losing Both Parents 7 Days Apart During Covid! 51:03

1M ago51:03

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Send us a text Jocelyn Bates is still processing what must be one of the traumatizing experiences we have ever heard on the show, and she says that she expects to continue to process what happened for the rest of her life.Her story of trauma is losing her parents 7 days apart unexpectedly in sept 2021 during Covid. Jocelyn lived with her parents at…

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S4 EP29: Raja's Story - My Life With A Stutter... 43:09

1M ago43:09

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Send us a text Raja Vaidya has struggled with a stutter all his life. In this extremely raw and honest episode, Raja discusses how his stutter affected his life! From his childhood, which included years of rejection and bullying, to his professional years, and how sheer determination led him to work hard and make a career for himself in scientific …

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S4 EP28: Melissa's Story - The Day I Lost My Career 40:02

2M ago40:02

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Send us a text Melissa Robinson-Winemiller was a professional musician, it was her life since childhood, her study, and eventually her dream job. it was all she ever knew, and it was at this dream job that her life would be flipped upside down in an instant, and set about a long and devastating spiral into the unknown. Melissa was assaulted one day…

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S4 EP27: Lisa’s Story - How Do We Deal With Grief? 56:27

2M ago56:27

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Send us a text Lisa Heacock lost 12 loved ones in a 22 month period, including her parents, and her 24 year old son-in-law. She ended a 28 year marriage, and was diagnosed with breats cancer and had a double mastectomy! After the losses, her life trajectory changed forever. Most of us have experieced grief in some way, and there really is no correc…

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S4 EP26: Michelle's Story - Multiple Miscarriages And The Path To Filling Our Family! 44:50

2M ago44:50

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Send us a text Michelle Rae Woodward has had the most painful, extraordinary, and exhausting journey through multiple pregnancies. All of which ended in 2nd term pregnancy loss (birthed 3 boys and 2 girls, all deceased). She talks about how she was treated by the western medical paradigm, we discuss the grief she went through, her look into surroga…

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S4 EP25: Shay's Story - Orphaned at 13, After The Death Of My Mother 44:18

2M ago44:18

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Send us a text In this raw and often heartbreaking episode, we hear how Shay Leonia had to witness the slow demise of her mother who was diagnosed with dementia when Shay was only 9 years old, and her mother was in her Forties! There is still so much that is unknown about FTD, the specific disease in question, which is the deterioration of the brai…

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S4 EP24: Jacques' Story - The Night I Hit A Cyclist In My Car 42:48

3M ago42:48

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Send us a text WARNING: Graphic Content involving description of fatal road traffic accident. Jacques is a trauma survivor, after being involved in a horrific accident that totally changed the course of his life. The accident is quite graphic, you have been warned, and involved three individual traumas one after the other. In the dark of night, Jac…

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S4 EP23: Alana's Story - My Toxic Boss Hell! 44:11

3M ago44:11

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Send us a text 30 BRAND NEW EPISODES STARTING NEXT WEEK!: Wow, this one is extraordinary. Thank you Alana for coming on and really just telling it how it is. This is for all of you listeners out there with any toxic work experiences, in fact maybe you are in one now and you don't know it? Alana tells us the story of how she became the victim of a T…

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S4 EP22: Gina's Story - Redemption From Unimaginable Abuse 47:36

3M ago47:36

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Send us a text Gina Fox is a childhood and adult trauma survivor. She was abused from age 5 to 16 by her own father, and its tough to listen to. She was then abused again by her ex-husband for 5 years. She had very bad coping skills as a result of these horrible experiences, and a mountain to climb! As her life continued into her thirties she reali…

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S4 EP21: Sabrina's Story - My Mom Became Completely Paralyzed!!! 43:48

3M ago43:48

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Send us a text Sabrina Colosimo, discusses her mom's rare syndrome that rendered her paralyzed up to her eyeballs, within two weeks. Terrifying! It baffled the doctors and it turned their lives upside down. She “lived” in the ICU for 16 months, fully conscious and unable to move. Her family took turns around the clock to have someone there with her…

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S4 EP20: Leticia's Story - I Was Stabbed By My Husband 48:30

4M ago48:30

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Send us a text TRIGGER / CONTENT WARNING: Domestic Abuse and Domestic Violence. We re-visit this amazing episode, and hear how Leticia was groomed by her would be husband at 14 years old, he was twice her age. As a child, she was rejected by her parents when they separated and had nowhere and no-one to turn to, so she was drawn towards the one man …

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S4 EP19: Tara's Story - Trauma, Triggers, & Opioids! 42:17

4M ago42:17

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Send us a text This week, Tara Henderson comes on the show to discuss trauma and triggers and a serious battle with addiction! Tara has a lengthy background of childhood trauma, with both her parents being alcoholics. That childhood experience turned into drug and alcohol addiction because she was running away from who she was and how she felt. She…

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S4 EP18: Tarah's Story - Daughter Of An Addict 50:54

4M ago50:54

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Send us a text This week, we revisit this amazing chat with Tarah Dowling, In one of the most emotional episodes we have had to date, Tarah tells us about her harrowing and traumatic childhood growing up with her drug addicted mother. She tells us about her heartbreaking decision to leave the family house at 12 years old, and give herself up for fo…

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S4 E17: Sarah's Story - Surviving Breast Implant Illness 57:16

4M ago57:16

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Send us a text Sarah Bussey was fighting a hidden illness that doctors simply could not diagnose. In her mid thirties, she was losing he hair, gaining weight, having seizures, and coming out in rashes and pain all over her body. She was bed ridden and thought she was dying, and even more heartbreaking, so did her three young children. Despite numer…

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S4 EP16: Danielle's Story - My Mothers Suicide And Escaping A Cycle Of Abuse 53:58

4M ago53:58

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Send us a text Danielle Patrice lost her Mother to suicide when she was just 22, and as an only child, and her Father not around, she had to work out what to do and how to deal with all the things that come with a Parents death, alone and at such a young age. As Patrice looked for comfort and support, she found herself in a relationship that would …

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S4 E15: Ann's Story - We Need To Amputate Your Leg 41:59

5M ago41:59

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Send us a text After 20 years, Ann finally found the strength to escape an abusive, emotionally crippling, and desperate marriage. Just as her life was beginning to blossom, disaster struck. After coming down with the Flu one day, Ann's health started to deteriorate, and the next day, she awoke with no feeling in her legs. After emergency, life sav…

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S4 EP14: Anastasia's Story: It's OK To Not Be OK 42:54

5M ago42:54

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Send us a text A few years ago, Anastasia Zadiek, left her house after an argument with her husband with the sole intention of ending her life. Decades of childhood trauma had led to suicidal thoughts, and that night, everything just boiled over. As she walked down to her regular hiking spot towards the cliffs, she started to think about her kids, …

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S4 EP13: Kendall's Story - Overcoming Relentless Adversity! 1:02:00

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Send us a text Kendall Patterson joins us this week, for a simply wonderful episode. Kendall has experienced abuse (of all the kinds), poverty, traumatic events, two traumatic brain injury parents (on separate occasions!) and most of her immediate family are or were addicts. Thats just the start, in 2021, the gloves really came off, with a new baby…

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S4: EP12: David's Story - Heroin Took Everything! 48:12

5M ago48:12

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Send us a text David was a young, successful, high-flying executive, making his way to the top! First working for a record label in LA, he then fell into the business and marketing side of the adult film industry! By his twenties, he had 'the cars, the girls, the houses, and the expensive watches', and he felt he had the world at his feet. Then cam…

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S4 EP11: Prof. Pete's Story - Stress Nearly Killed Me 42:53

6M ago42:53

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Send us a text During his 35+ year career, Professor Pete Alexander had the privilege to work in a variety of positions including Sales, Marketing, College Professor and Small Business Owner. Each role had one thing in common - high stress - to the point he was diagnosed with stress-related diabetes and ended up in the hospital with a severe case o…

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S4 EP10: Megan's Story - Recovering From A Lifetime Of Abuse 35:25

6M ago35:25

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Send us a text Megan Harris is the author of 'Not You' – a memoir of her life as a young mother and mixed-race woman stuck in a cycle of abuse. With her first abortion at age 18, her first child at 19, a long series of bad relationships with men who demean and abuse her, and her own struggles with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and lack of s…

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S4 EP9: Sarah's Story - How I Changed My Life For The Better 42:24

6M ago42:24

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Send us a text Many years ago, despite living what many would consider a great life, Sarah Bettman couldn’t help but feel like something was missing...like there was something more to be had. She has a distinct memory of sitting in her car on her way home from work. She was stopped at a stop sign, staring aimlessly at heavy raindrops hitting the wi…

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S4 EP8: Leah's Story - From Chronic Health Issues to Freedom! 47:16

6M ago47:16

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Send us a text This week, we welcome Leah Drew to the show, and what a wonderful episode it is! After enduring an emotionally challenging childhood, surviving a pancreatic tumor at 16 years old, suffering with severe physical pain, facing significant chronic health problems, and nearly committing suicide, Leah found herself fed-up with the traditio…

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S4 EP7: Rhiannon's Story - Kidnapped At Knife Point 33:32

7M ago33:32

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Send us a text TW / CONTENT WARNING: This story involves details of kidnap and sexual assault and may be triggering. Listener discretion advised. Flashback episode, one of our Most listened to. It was just an ordinary day, Rhiannon was washing her car in broad daylight, she was 19 years old. Moments later she would be kidnapped at knife point and p…

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S4 EP6: Randy's Story - Losing My Daughters, Back From The Brink! 41:56

7M ago41:56

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Send us a text Randy Brown faced a dramatic plunge to the depths of depression, after not one, but two of his four daughter’s sudden deaths. This was followed by addiction, and then divorce, prison, and a career lost forever. His book, Rebound Forward is a transparent and honest look at his life and how adversity helped him rebound and has shaped h…

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S4 EP5: Bhavya's Story - Escaping Abuse And Starting A New Life From Scratch 51:07

7M ago51:07

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Send us a text TW: Contains conversations about sexual and physical abuse. Bhavya Gaur is a survivor of abuse and domestic violence. In this extraordinary and empowering episode, she takes us through her life growing up in India, getting married, having kids, and eventually leaving her abusive husband for a new life in Canada. Bhavya first experien…

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S4 EP5: Josh's Story - Escaping Jehovah's Witness, Alcoholism And Near Death! 48:39

7M ago48:39

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Send us a text Josh Rogers joins us for an amazing chat, in this must listen episode! Josh was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness as a child, He was kicked out of family home at 16 as a registered alcoholic, and was hospitalized into a young adult mental health ward on suicide watch at 17. After finally getting sober and his life back on track, he was n…

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S4 EP4: Suzanne's Story - My Journey Through Grief After Losing My Son 45:09

8M ago45:09

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Send us a text Suzanne Jabour is a grieving mom who has found meaning in her loss through opening up conversations about grief – how it really works and how we can support people experiencing it. Suzanne came on our show to share her moving and heartbreaking story, but, as with all our guests, we focus on the journey through the darkness, and Suzan…

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S4 EP3: Stephany's Story - Escaping Narcissistic Abuse, Twice! 56:48

8M ago56:48

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Send us a text Stephany Ann is a survivor of narcissistic abuse and has experienced relationship trauma through two marriages to narcissists. Stephany intimately understands the depths of emotional pain, isolation, and self-doubt thats comes with such experiences. Her journey from victimhood to victory is truly awe-inspiring, fueled by an unwaverin…

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S4 EP2: Michelle's Story - Blood Clots On My Lungs And Other Life Stories! 46:24

8M ago46:24

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Send us a text Welcome to our first guest episode of 2024! Season 4 is upon us and we are thrilled to have Michelle Glogovac on the show to kick us off! Michelle lost her father at 7 years old, and soon after had to deal with an absent mother for reasons she will explain! Michelle realized she had to fend for herself and worked hard through school …

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S4 EP1: Welcome To Season 4 - Intro with Luke and Kyle 25:19

8M ago25:19

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Send us a text Well, here we are, as we embark on our fourth year and fourth season of our globally acclaimed Podcast, Well, 'That F*cked Me Up! Surviving Life Changing Events'. If you have just found us, you have over 100 episodes to go back and listen too! Each week, we have a new guest, discussing their story! Stories of triumph over trauma. And…

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S3 EP51: Jan's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 8:03

8M ago8:03

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Send us a text Its the LAST episode of 2023! What a year of amazing episodes and growth we have had! Luke and Kyle discuss the previous episode, as always, and round up Season 3 and another brilliant year. Thank you to all our guests and listeners! Links for Jan: Facebook: @jsburlauthor Instagram: @jsburlauthor LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jan-…

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S3 EP51: Jan's Story - Surviving A Life Changing Stroke 40:12

8M ago40:12

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Send us a text Jan Burl is a hemorrhagic stroke survivor who recently obtained her Masters in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. She is now an international motivational speaker on Stroke/Traumatic Brain Injury! As a child, Jan was adopted into an alcoholic and abusive house, this was the first experience of what was to be a v…

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S3 EP49: Andy's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 7:03

9M ago7:03

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Send us a text Luke and Kyle unpack the previous episode, Andy's Story, which was simply amazing. It’s a wonderful and heartfelt episode about just how life can be flipped upside down at the drop of a hat. We discuss the diagnosis, the mental rollercoaster, the journey through to the operation, and the recovery process. Andy is able to bring a real…

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S3 EP50: Andy's Story - My Testicular Cancer Journey 40:05

9M ago40:05

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Send us a text Andy Orrick, a healthy father of two, had just returned from a swim with his Son, when he realized that one of his Testicles was 4 x the size that it was meant to be! The next steps were a whirlwind, starting with a visit to his doctor, antibiotics, ultrasound , CT scan, the dreaded diagnosis, a urologist, and a life saving operation…

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S3 EP49: Kyle M's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 9:09

9M ago9:09

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Send us a text Luke and Kyle reflect on Kyle M's story! Wow. We discuss faith, fear of death, and the afterlife. Oh, and not giving a f*ck about your credit score!! Helpful Links from Kyle: Vanderbilt in Nashville: https://www.vanderbilthealth.com Medical Trauma: https://www.healthline.com/health/i-have-medical-ptsd Crisis helpline: https://www.cal…

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S3 EP49: Kyle M's Story - Waking Up 17 Days Later 36:02

9M ago36:02

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Send us a text FROM THE ARCHIVE OF SEASON ONE: Kyle knew something was seriously wrong, in a panic, he drove himself to the ER, and woke up 17 days later. A huge medical event had left him in a coma, he had flatlined for 11 minutes, and his family had been called in to say goodbye. We discuss the events leading up to, during, and after this life ch…

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S3 EP48: Jorge's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 4:27

9M ago4:27

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Send us a text Join Luke Colson fo a little After Thought on Jorge's Story (the previous episode) Jorge shares the lesson that with the right mindset, setbacks can be transformed into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, hard work, and high expectations in achieving success and reinventing oneself…

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S3 EP48: Jorge's Story - Rising From The Depths Of Darkness 37:15

9M ago37:15

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Send us a text Jorge V Gonzalez shares his personal journey of reinvention, after spending two decades perfecting his craft, Jorge was faced with a disability after a bad accident, that left him unable to continue working, and plunged him into the depths of darkness. But rather than succumbing to anger and grief, he drew inspiration from his family…

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S3 EP47: Avery's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 9:38

9M ago9:38

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Send us a text Luke and Kyle unpack this brilliant previou episode, with Avery Grace, who is just 16 years old. From age 6, Avery has experienced all kinds of physical and mental health. From the death of her Garndfather that had a profound effect on her, to a house fire she ecaped from, and some pretty horrendous bullying and social media bullying…

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S3 EP47: Avery's Story - 16 Years Old With A Lifetime Of Trauma 46:16

9M ago46:16

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Send us a text Avery Grace is just 16 years old, and she hosts her own podcast, IamAvery! She has already experienced a great deal, and is chasing her dreams of helping others and raising awareness of mental health. From age 6, Avery has experienced all kinds of physical and mental health. From the death of her Grandfather that had a profound effec…

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S3 EP46: John's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 6:49

10M ago6:49

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Send us a text This is the After Thoughts episode, for our previous episode featuring John Capello. Luke and Kyle discuss his amazing story. If ever there was a rock bottom, John was deep, deep in there! Listen as we hear how John began to the fight to recovery. From physical pain, but also, total mental turmoil. It’s an astonishing story, and offe…

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S3 EP46: John's Story - Head On Collision Changed The Course Of My Life 51:10

10M ago51:10

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Send us a text John Capello had a wife and two kids, as well as a new baby on the way! He was getting the promotion he had been working so hard for, that would mean he could finally move into a bigger home to accommodate the growing family! It was on the drive to meet with his boss, to formalize the promotion, that John was hit head-on by an oncomi…

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S3 EP45: Mariya's Story - BONUS After Thoughts 6:50

10M ago6:50

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Send us a text Luke and Kyle discuss Mariya's Story, the previous episode, all about self love, healing, believing in yourself and learning to trust our thinking. A really brilliant episode about how we can truly lead our best life! Thank you Mariya! Links: https://www.mariyashiyko.love/ https://www.facebook.com/mariya.shiyko https://www.instagram.…

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S3 EP45: Mariya's Story - From Russia To Finding Myself 43:59

10M ago43:59

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Send us a text In this wonderfully engaging episode, we chat with Mariya Shiyko, who was born and raised in a small town in Russia (300,000 people). Not knowing any other life, she thought her upbringing was normal. Mariya had a strict authoritarian and often abusive father who often used alcohol to cope with stress. Raised during the times of comm…

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