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April 17, 2024

From Pain to Purpose: A Story of Redemption from a Musical Genius: Mi…

From the death of his dad, to the consequences of addiction, Michael took his pain , did a 180 and now reaches the masses. He realized he needed to change when he no longer recognized the man in the mirror …

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April 10, 2024

Regrets: A Different Perspective

Have you ever stood at life's crossroads, weighed down by the what-ifs and should-have-dones? Our latest episode takes you through the twists and turns of life's journey, reflecting on the tough decisions we've all made and t...

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April 3, 2024

Passing the Baton of Life: Staying in the race and finishing stronger

As Viola Davis once eloquently captured, life's akin to a relay race where we pass the baton between our past, present, and future selves. In this heart-to-heart session, we unpack this powerful metaphor, discussing how our h...

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April 2, 2024

World Autism Awareness Day: What it's like to be Autistic and the too…

Navigating daily life can be a labyrinth, especially when you see the world through the unique prism of autism. On our latest episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann, we're joined by Ann herself, who not only lives with …

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March 27, 2024

Why did you Survive? Purpose in the Pain and Hope in the Journey

This week's episode has never gone this deep before. Ann shares things she has never shared in this raw, unfiltered depiction of why she believes we survive the unthinkable. She shares why she dropped to the floor and found h...

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March 19, 2024

Soundtrack of Our Souls: Finding Solace in the Musical Anthems that h…

As we commemorate the 30th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's untimely departure, we find ourselves discussing the impact music makes in our lives. Tina and Ann discuss healing through music, a collective cry as many find their voi...

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March 13, 2024

Kindness can Change a Life

Guest co-host Denise Bard's book is out!! 30 -second moments and the Women who Raised Me. Listen as she talks about her story and reflects on the moments that define and shape us. Her story is a raw and honest …

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March 6, 2024

In your Face Trauma: You are Stronger than your Circumstances

This episode was inspired by a statement made in Kara Swisher's recent book, The Burn Book. Tina and Ann discuss how Trauma changed them for...wait for it...the better? How can that happen. Well, trauma is not what made them ...

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Feb. 28, 2024

Seeing the World through Trauma's Lens

When the ground beneath you shakes, trust can crumble into dust. That's the stark reality for many who've walked through the storm of trauma, a journey Tina and Ann understand all too well. Do we keep up our walls, open …

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Feb. 21, 2024

Anniversaries: The Delicate Balance of Celebrations and Grief Part 2

Every year, as the calendar circles back to the day we said goodbye to a loss, we find solace in the small rituals we've created to honor memories. Today's episode is a tender exploration of how we navigate the poignant …

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Feb. 14, 2024

Anniversaries: The Delicate Balance of Celebration and Grief Part 1

Tina and Ann get nostalgic in the complex tapestry of emotions that anniversaries weave into our lives. We unfurl the delicate threads of joy, heartache with reconciling past grievances with love and understanding. It's a jou...

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Jan. 29, 2024

The strength in being Vulnerable and affirmations: Charde Young part 3

As Ann and Charde Young ( Love Freely) wrap up this three-part series, they continue their conversation on doing it afraid and the beautifulness of being vulnerable. They inspire many as they talk family secrets, betrayal, th...

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Jan. 29, 2024

Emotional Bravery--From Pain to Purpose: Charde Young part 2

Vulnerability equals strength. Authentic, emotional bravery vs. societal pressures of concealment. Charde Young, also known as Love Freely, as we discuss how our toughest moments can lead us to profound growth and authentici...

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Jan. 22, 2024

Doing it Afraid: Not Confident but Courageous

In this episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann, Ann interviews Charde young who is also known as Love Freely, on stage. Charde is in several bands. She is one of the singers in Apostle Jones, a band that …

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Jan. 14, 2024

Helping our Kids Through Trauma Can Trigger Our Own Abuse Part 3

When our own childhood traumas resurface in the role of a parent, the journey takes on a deeper significance. In the intimate space of this episode, Ann shares the story of her son's struggle at school, an ordeal that brought...

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Jan. 6, 2024

Helping our Kids Through Trauma can Trigger Our Own Abuse Part 2

Embarking on a journey through the trials of motherhood and the quest for personal growth, We discuss profound ways our own upbringing shaped our approach to raising our children. With raw honesty, we share the pivotal transf...

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Jan. 2, 2024

Helping Our Kids Through Trauma can Trigger Our Own Abuse

When the echoes of our past traumas surface as we navigate the waters of parenthood, the journey can be complex. Denise and Ann open up about the raw, emotional challenges they've faced in an attempt to parent effectively wit...

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Dec. 27, 2023

Embracing New Beginnings Amidst Grief and Loss

When the heartache of loss intertwines with the courage to embark on new beginnings, we find ourselves at life's most pivotal crossroads. While we have moments of sorrow, we find strength at the dawn of new chapters. Navigati...

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Dec. 20, 2023

SAD During the Holidays and Winter Months

Our latest episode offers an intimate glimpse into the dichotomy of the winter months, from the warm glow of family gatherings to the cold touch of loneliness and loss. We recount our own experiences, and share how the festiv...

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Dec. 14, 2023

Reading someone's Trauma or Triggers is a Love Language

Have you ever questioned the saying "God won't give you more than you can handle" and wondered if maybe, just maybe, He does? This deep and meaningful conversation tackles that very thought, highlighting how our trials can dr...

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Dec. 13, 2023

Reading someone's Trauma or Triggers is a Love Language

Each person has a different love language. Each person has a different way of showing trauma. Hard is hard and people can be judged as to how long they should react or how they should react after any particular trauma. …

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Dec. 5, 2023

Physically Revisiting Trauma

What goes on in the mind and in the healing when a person walks the same streets where trauma occurred. Returning to these places can trigger positive and negative emotions. Sometimes, revisiting a place tied to distressing m...

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Nov. 28, 2023

A Quote-Filled Episode on Boundaries, Healthy Healing, Healthy Grievi…

Tina and Ann delve into quotes that have echoed in many hearts and souls. Does God give us more than we can handle? Tina and Ann have a very interesting discussion on these words. This quote-filled episode is carefully guided...

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