Real Talk with Tina and Ann

Season 1

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. 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. 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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Nov. 22, 2023

A Hurting Child's Countdown to the Holidays: A time of Joy or a time …

Holiday Breaks. We're not talking about the joy of time off school, but rather the anxiety and fear that can come with the loss of the safety and support provided by the school environment. Ann and Guest Host Denise share …

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Nov. 16, 2023

Didn't speak or learn to eat until 12: One Chippewa Indian boys quest…

Born with a severe Cleft Palate, half a nose and told he would never learn, Dr. Don Bartlette has a story of overcoming and hope. He lived in a small shack in North Dakota. His father left him and his …

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Nov. 15, 2023

A Personal Message from Ann

A personal message from Ann. You have to listen to hear it! Go to realtalktinaann.com and leave us your email in the contact section and you will get a special message from Ann. Leave us a voicemail on our website …

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Nov. 8, 2023

Fight or Flight: The Human Response to Trauma

Engage with us as we delve into the human response to trauma, with a focus on the fight or flight response. Guest host Denise Bard and Ann paint vivid pictures of how trauma can manifest in our bodies and our …

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Oct. 30, 2023

The Simple Comment that Changes a Child's Life: The Denise Bard Story…

Imagine a single moment in your life, one powerful enough to shape your trajectory. This is part 4 of Denise Bard's interview. This is our 40th episode!!!!!! Denise shares how the abuse in her childhood actually made her a b...

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Oct. 16, 2023

The Power of a Safe Space and the profound Impact 30 seconds can make…

This powerful episode is part 2 of Denise Bard's triumphant story. This is proof of how 30 seconds can make a huge difference in someone else's life. Denise shares 3 life-changing moments that gave her something to hold onto...

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Oct. 11, 2023

From Something to Someone: The Denise Bard Story of Resilience and Ho…

Denise Bard's life story, one marked by struggles and hardships, is a compelling portrayal of the human spirit's capacity to rise above circumstances. This is a must listen as Denise discusses being born from two drug-addic...

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Oct. 3, 2023

Fear and hate: Exploring the True Opposite of Love and its many Layers

Have you ever thought about how fear, more than love, can shape us? We're peeling back the layers on this complex subject, starting with early childhood experiences where fear is instilled by those who should be our protector...

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Sept. 25, 2023

Rock Paper Scissors, Love, Hate, Fear Part 1

What changed your life more? Love or Fear? What is the stronger emotion? If Rock breaks scissors, but paper covers rock, Fear dilutes love, but love melts fear. Let's look at these two emotions, together. People say that lov...

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Sept. 20, 2023

Embracing the Power of a Diagnosis: A Journey of Self-Acceptance, Adv…

This episode is not just a conversation; it’s a celebration of differentness, friendship, and unity in the face of adversity. Ann welcomes special guest, RJ Formanek, the trailblazer behind Flying with Broken Wings and Red S...

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Sept. 13, 2023

The Hidden Trauma of FASD with Trailblazer and Overcomer R.J. Formane…

Imagine having your life shaped by trauma before drawing your first breath. That's the reality for people living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), a misunderstood and stigmatized condition. I had the honor of host...

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Sept. 6, 2023

Joy and Pain and the Fear of Moving Forward

Tina and Ann continue their discussion on Pain and Joy living together, simultaneously. They do a deep dive on childhood pain and deprivation and how it can continue to impact us, as adults. They look more into the book, The …

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Aug. 30, 2023

How Pain and Joy can Live Together Part 1

Life is a blend of joy and pain, and this episode is a testament to our belief that these contrasting emotions can coexist. From Tina's recent trip to Hawaii, to breaking the cycle of past pain, we emphasize the importance …

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Aug. 23, 2023

The Profound Influence of Trauma

Ever grappled with life's rock-bottom moments, only to find an inner strength you never knew existed? This is a common thread in our lives, and in this heartfelt episode, Tina and Ann pull back the curtain on our personal tri...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Friendship, Journalism, and Life's Lessons: From a Murder Trial to Pr…

Join Tina and Ann as they revisit episode one. Tina and Ann's friendship began in the midst of an intense capital murder trial, 15 years ago. Neither of them had covered a story with such intensity. as journalists. This is …

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Aug. 8, 2023

Tina's Transformation: A Raw and Emotional Exploration of Overcoming …

Can facing difficult situations make us stronger? Can our weaknesses actually become our strengths? Tina says YES! Tina and Ann go head on into healing on this episode as they explore the importance of doing more than just le...

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