Oh Mel

E08 — Who Is Mr Gershom Brown? Meet My First Guest! Content Warning: This episode touches on childhood experiences, parental loss, bereavement, family relationships and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Some subjects may be emotionally difficult for listeners. Please take care of yourself whilst listening. It’s a special moment on Oh Mel! After three years of planning, talking about it and int...

E07 — When Life Won’t Give You a Break: Grief, Faith and the Fear of the Unknown Content Warning : This episode discusses grief, bereavement, emotional distress, anxiety and the uncertainty associated with having to move home. These topics may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care of yourself while listening, and pause or stop whenever you need to. In this short, personal episode of Oh...

E 06 — The Phone Call That Changed My Life: The Day Wesley Died Content Warning: This episode discusses the sudden death of my son, Wesley, following a fatal road traffic accident. It includes themes of traumatic bereavement, death, grief, panic, anxiety and emotional distress. I share my personal experience of receiving the phone call, desperately trying to find out what had happened, driving to...

OH MEL!! E05— Same Mel. New Chapter: The Things We Don’t Talk About Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide, suicidal thoughts, grief, bereavement, death, mental health, trauma, abuse and the impact of difficult life experiences. Some of the topics discussed may be distressing or triggering for some listeners. Please take care of yourself while listening. You can pause, st...

E04 | Same Mel. New Chapter: Where I Am Right Now ⚠️ Sensitive Content Notice This episode includes discussions around mental health, depression, emotional distress and suicidal thoughts. Please take care of yourself while listening. Sometimes you don’t have the energy to explain everything. Sometimes you’re simply not okay. And sometimes the most honest thing you can say is, “This is where I am r...

In the last episode, we talked about metamorphosis, transformation and the process of becoming. But after recording that conversation, I found myself reflecting on my own life and asking myself a deeper question: What helped me become the woman I am today? Sometimes we talk about change as though it happens completely within us, but the people we surround ourselves with, the environments we live i...

What does it really mean to change, grow and become? In this episode of Oh Mel !, I’m taking a deeper look at the word metamorphosis and what it means to experience genuine transformation. Metamorphosis is a profound change in form or nature, while development is the process of growing and progressing, evolution is gradual development over time, and a process is the series of stages we go through...

What happens when you look back at the person you used to be and realise just how much life has shaped you? In this episode of OH MEL! , Melinda takes us back — before the ministry, before the podcast, before everything changed. We talk about childhood, identity, relationships, trauma, grief, healing, faith and the experiences that quietly shape who we become . This isn’t about pretending the past...

Welcome back to the Oh Mel Podcast. It’s 2026, and after stepping away from the microphone, I’m back. So much has happened since I last recorded in May 2025. Life has changed. I’ve changed. I’ve experienced things, learnt things, questioned things, grieved, grown and gained a whole new perspective. So this feels like the right time for a new chapter. Same Mel. New chapter. This is a fresh season o...

🎙️ E27 Set Apart: Why I Share What I Share – Part 2 ⸻ 📜 In this follow-up episode, I speak openly about how certain spaces don’t always feel safe to share my full story—and how saying that doesn’t mean others aren’t worthy or sacred. I reflect on how my own words can sometimes hurt or cause misunderstanding, and I take time to unpack that. This is about honesty, self-awareness, and healing—not ju...

🎙️ OhMel Podcast – Episode 26 🎧 Title: “Set Apart: Why I Share What I Share” ⸻ 📜 In this raw and heartfelt episode, Reverend Melinda reflects on a recent retreat where, unexpectedly, she found herself unable to speak. It reminded her that not every space is meant for her full story—and that what she carries is sacred, powerful, and set apart for God’s purposes. Melinda shares the tension between...

🎙️ Episode 25 – Breaking the Silence (Part 2): Speaking Up, Standing Strong, Staying Free In Part Two of this powerful series, oh Mel continues her heartfelt journey of breaking the silence—not just about childhood abuse, but the ongoing courage it takes to speak up and live in truth as an adult. She reflects on the deep personal cost of keeping secrets, the healing power of testimony, and how her...

🎙️ E24 – The Secret Stops Here: Breaking the Silence, Breaking the Cycles, Healing Lives part 1 In this powerful episode part 1 of 2, oh Mel dives deep into the importance of breaking generational trauma, family secrecy, and abuse cycles. Drawing from her own lived experience, she explores what trauma looks like, how silence fuels suffering, and the power of speaking out. We explore the meanings b...

🎙️ E23 – When God Said Move: Faith for the Impossible Description: In this episode, I take you back ten years to a time when God told me to move into a house that, in the natural, I couldn’t afford. I wasn’t working, I failed the credit check, my guarantor failed too – and yet, I knew God had spoken. The rent was nearly double what I could manage, but by faith, I asked the landlord to lower it… an...

🎙️ E22 – Quick Update & What’s Coming Next In this short and spontaneous episode, I’m sharing the joy of breaking through a creative block that had me stuck. The moment I pressed record and added my intro and outro—everything shifted. I realised I just needed to start, and the ideas flowed straight away! This is a real-time encouragement to anyone feeling stuck: just start. You don’t need it t...

E21 – Keep It Moving: Overcoming Setbacks, Delays & Stagnancy In this episode, I’m sharing a real and raw word that’s been on my heart all year: Keep it moving. Life comes with unexpected twists—like when my car got compounded by the police and I had no idea how I was going to get it back. But my community came through and helped raise the money to release it. That moment reminded me: even whe...

E20 – I’m Back: Life, Delays & Deciding to Keep Going It’s been a while… but I’m back! This is Episode 20 – and although I recorded it back in March, I’ve only just been able to publish it. Why? Because like many of you, I’ve faced some real challenges. The change in Spotify for Podcasters last year completely threw me off track. As someone who is dyslexic, the platform’s simplicity used to work f...

Join me in this brief podcast as I take a moment to reflect on just how much one person can endure. Sometimes, you have to pause and really take in what you’ve been through. I’ve also made sure to get therapy because when you bring up these things, you need to be in a good place to help others. Tune in for this quick but important reflection.

Welcome to “Oh Mel,” the podcast where we explore life’s biggest questions and most inspiring truths. In today’s episode, we’re diving into Joshua 1, a powerful chapter that reveals the incredible promises of God. We’ll uncover how these timeless assurances of strength, courage, and divine guidance can impact our lives today. Join me, Mel, as we delve into the heart of God’s promises, drawing prac...

Core values are fundamental beliefs or principles that guide and shape the identity and actions of an individual, organization, or community. The term “core” implies that these values are central and foundational, serving as the underlying framework for decision-making and behavior. Values, in this context, refer to the principles or standards that hold significance and contribute to the overall c...

Episode 17 of Oh MEL podcast unveils a candid and profoundly personal narrative of survival. Join me as I bravely share my tumultuous journey after being trafficked into the entertainment industry at the vulnerable age of 15.5 years old. My path was strewn with encounters with various individuals, ranging from those engaged in criminal activities to grappling with the chains of substance abuse, ul...

Trigger Warning Title: Underage Drug Use, Exploitation, and Sensitive Content Regarding Child Trafficking. Embark on a raw exploration of my tumultuous fifteenth year, marked by unforeseen choices involving underage drug engagement and the unsettling influence of familial dynamics. Delve into the unsettling realities as I navigate challenges, ultimately finding myself in an environment that raised...

Content Warning:This episode contains discussions about abuse, grooming, pornography, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised. In Episode 15 of oh Mel , I delve deep into my personal testimony, recounting the journey from my early childhood to the age of 15. This raw and honest narrative encapsulates the struggles I faced, including battles with addiction, exposure to pornography, experiences o...

In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted landscape of mental health, exploring its various dimensions and impacts, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us as we dissect different mental health disorders, their symptoms, and how they manifest across different age groups. We’ll equip you with coping strategies, preventive measures, and ways to support individuals experiencing...

Dear listeners, I want to express my sincere gratitude for joining me on this significant journey through the OMEL podcast. Your support and presence have been invaluable as I’ve shared personal stories, struggles, and the resilience necessary to overcome life’s challenges. As I embark on the next phase, I’m deeply thankful for your trust and companionship. Your presence has made these initial 12...