This week’s episode is a short holiday message and a moment of gratitude.

With the season being so full, I’m taking a brief pause from guest stories to make sure every story receives the focused attention it deserves. Instead, I wanted to share a simple reflection on connection, the unexpected conversations this podcast has already opened up, and three small ways we can stay connected during a busy week.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, ask thoughtful questions, check in on someone you’ve been thinking about, and remember that the people around us are often carrying more than we realize.

Thank you for being here, for listening, and for creating space for the stories that connect us.

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Breast cancer didn’t just change Emily Crowder’s body. It changed how she listens to it, cares for it, and teaches her children to do the same.

In Part 2 of Emily’s story, she opens up about healing after breast cancer and the deeper transformation that followed. From rebuilding her relationship with her body to navigating fear in the quiet hours of the night, Emily shares how faith, community, and intentional lifestyle changes helped her move from survival into purpose.

This episode is about listening to the whispers before they become screams, advocating for your health, and learning to treat your body with grace instead of criticism. Emily reflects on motherhood, faith, and the support systems that carried her through the darkest moments and continue to walk with her today.

Her journey is honest, grounding, and full of hope. A reminder that healing is not overnight, but it is possible.

In this episode, listeners will gain:
• A new perspective on healing that goes beyond physical recovery
• Encouragement to listen to their body and advocate for their health
• A reminder that faith and community can carry you through the unknown

Emily shares:
• Identifying root causes and changing her lifestyle after breast cancer
• Learning to view her body with care
• The emotional weight of nighttime fear and how faith carried her through
• Telling her children about her diagnosis and walking them through it with honesty
• How motherhood reshaped her motivation for healing
• The importance of surrounding yourself with women who understand your journey
• Bible verses that anchored her through uncertainty
• Becoming “Emily 2.0” and what healing looks like now

Guest: @emilycrow83
Support: @tumanbcf

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Emily never expected to hear the words “you have breast cancer,” especially after a year of screenings that offered more questions than clarity. In this emotional Part 1, she shares the moment that changed everything and the confusing road that led there. She opens up about navigating repeated callbacks, the uncertainty that followed, and the strength it took to keep asking for answers.

Her story is honest, hopeful, and full of courage. It also shows how important it is to trust yourself, speak up, and advocate for the care your body deserves. If you or someone you love is walking through something heavy, Emily’s voice will meet you with comfort and strength.

In this episode, listeners will gain:
• A reminder that even life-changing news can be met with strength you did not know you had
• A deeper understanding of how to advocate for yourself when something feels off
• Encouragement to look for the God moments that show up in the middle of fear

Emily shares:
• The year of screenings and unclear results
• The breast pain she did not want to overlook
• The phone call that changed everything
• How she told her husband, her family, and her children
• The women who stepped in and supported her
• The God moments that carried her through the unknown

Part Two continues Emily’s story and the transformation that followed her diagnosis.

Guest: @emilycrow83
Support: @tumanbcf

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Finding Strength, Perspective, and Healing

In Part 2 of Ty Samples’ story, he continues to share the unspoken moments of his childhood that shaped the man he is today. Ty reflects on the moments of fear, courage, and resilience that taught him how to protect those he loves and to take control of his own life. He opens up about the lessons he learned through trauma, the importance of leaning on family, friends, and faith, and how he cultivated strength from experiences that could have broken him.

This is a story that is rarely spoken and one that takes incredible strength to share. Ty offers insight into how he transformed pain into perspective, how he continues to heal, and the ways he strives to give his own children the healthy, nurturing childhood he did not have.

Listeners will gain guidance on resilience, the power of perspective, building a trusted inner circle, and embracing the courage to move forward even in the face of hardship. Ty’s reflections show that strength is not defined by force, but by empathy, self-awareness, and the choice to take action.

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of child abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and emotional trauma.

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Stories That Shaped a Childhood

Ty Samples courageously shares the untold story of his childhood, revealing the experiences that shaped him. His early years included fear, abuse, and family secrets, yet he was also surrounded by love and protective instincts from those closest to him.

This is a story that is rarely spoken and one that takes incredible strength to share. In this episode, Ty reflects on the challenges he faced growing up, including moments of trauma and secrecy, and how they influenced his perspective, relationships, and the man he has become. He also shares the small acts of care, courage, and protection that gave him strength when he needed it most.

Listeners will gain insight into resilience, navigating complicated family dynamics, and the quiet ways support and connection can make a lasting impact. This is Part 1 of Ty’s story, laying the foundation for understanding his journey toward healing, hope, and self-discovery.

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of child abuse, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and emotional trauma.

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Faith isn’t just tested in the moment of crisis—it grows through the seasons that follow. In Part 2 of this two-part series, Pastor Randy Youngblood opens up about the ongoing battles and revelations after his oral cancer diagnosis.

Randy reflects on the moments of fear, pain, and spiritual challenge that came in the months following treatment. He shares how he navigated setbacks, the physical and emotional toll of treatment, and the role prayer, perspective, and perseverance played in sustaining him.

Listeners will gain insight into Randy’s thoughts on spiritual warfare, enduring faith, and finding purpose through hardship. He also discusses the lessons learned about loss, resilience, and the deeper ways God shapes character through trials.

This episode offers an intimate look at how faith, hope, and perspective can guide us through life’s toughest valleys, long after the initial crisis has passed.

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What happens when the very thing you rely on to fulfill your purpose is suddenly at risk? For Pastor Randy Youngblood, oral cancer threatened not only his life but the voice he uses every weekend to teach and inspire.

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Kelsey sits down with her lifelong family friend to hear about his journey—the fear, uncertainty, and faith it took to face the impossible.

• Randy recounts the shock of his diagnosis and the immediate emotional impact on him and his family.
• He shares the physical challenges he faced, including surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, and the fight to reclaim his voice.
• Listeners get an intimate look at how faith carried him through fear and uncertainty, and how purpose remained intact even when his abilities were under threat.

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Content warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss, substance use and a near-death experience. Listener discretion is advised.

Americle’s journey continues as she shares the challenges she faced as a teen, her time in foster care, the consequences of tough choices, and the life-changing accident that tested her faith and resilience. Through every trial, she discovered strength, hope, and a deeper connection to God. Her story is a testament to the power of surrender, perseverance, and the miracles that can unfold when you trust the process.

In this episode:

• How foster care and early independence shaped Americle’s sense of responsibility and faith
• Overcoming legal challenges and personal setbacks
• The accident that could have ended her life and how she found hope and healing afterward
• The role of faith and surrender in creating a purposeful, meaningful life

Connect with Americle on Instagram: @americle

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