Relentlessly Resilient Podcast

In this episode, we meet Minna Swann, the spirited crossing guard from Layton, Utah, whose joyful dance moves and radiant smile have become a local sensation. Discover how Minna’s commitment to personal well-being and her journey through personal loss have cultivated an infectious energy that uplifts her entire community. Her story is a testament to resilience, the healing power of movement, and t...

In this powerful episode of Relentlessly Resilient, I sit down with Emma Jean Rowin, the author of When Things Collapse, a gripping and emotionally charged memoir about her journey through mental illness, narcissistic abuse, and domestic violence. Emma opens up about the raw and painful experiences that shaped her story, sharing how she found the strength to heal and reclaim her life. Her vulnerab...

On this episode of Relentlessly Resilient, I sit down with Christopher Maher—former Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and the creator of True Body Intelligence. Christopher shares his incredible journey from elite military training to discovering the hidden costs of unprocessed stress and trauma. We’ll dive into how his TBI program helps people release stored tension, reclaim their energy, and culti...

In this final Cohost Conversation of 2024, our hosts, Michelle Scharf and Jennie Taylor, look back at a year of struggle and growth. As they look at the vast expanse of 2025, they understand it is time to make some changes. Jennie will be leaving the podcast to focus on her family and her continuing education as she works on her doctorate. Michelle will be taking the podcast from the halls of KSL...

Sexual assault survivor  Brandi Owens has chosen to transform her experience into a powerful message of hope. As an author and speaker, she is helping women reclaim their lives by offering hands-on and heart-centered tools for healing. She joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share her attack story, which importantly includes the police reporting process to help others who might fear th...

Nearly three decades ago,  Jeffrey C. Olsen had a life-shattering car accident that took the lives of his wife and youngest son. At that time, he also had an out-of-body near-death experience , bringing him insights not common in today’s world. On this episode of Relentlessly Resilient, he shares how, despite severe injuries, including the amputation of his left leg, he was able to heal physically...

Addressing grief when a sibling passes away can be complicated. That is what  Annie Sklaver Orenstein discovered when her brother passed away . Since then, she has researched familial grief and authored the book, “ Always a Sibling: The Forgotten Mourner's Guide to Grief ,” to help others with the unique challenges of disenfranchised grief when siblings' losses are often overlooked. She joins this...

Author Marybeth Rombach Nelson was in an abusive marriage. Still, it wasn’t until she had a near-death experience that she was empowered to start the process of leaving her husband for the sake of her kids and her own “ Personal Power .” MaryBeth joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share her journey overcoming domestic abuse, emphasizing the importance of making a plan, seeking support...

For over twenty years,  Coz Green has had a unique viewpoint of Christmas. As ‘Santa Coz,’ he dons a Santa suit and helps kids and families experience the magic of the season. Now, in his book “ Through Santa's Eyes ,” he shares stories of Christmas wonder and how to “Be less selfish and more Elfish.” Coz and our host, Michelle Scharf, dive deep into the philosophies behind the book, including the...

Producer KellieAnn Halvorsen takes the microphone on this special Thanksgiving 2024 edition of Relentlessly Resilience. After reviewing many past podcast Thanksgiving and Holiday episodes, KellieAnn shares some insight about seeking the light in dark times , knowing sometimes the light in the universe isn’t dimming but just a bit obscured. She then takes a look at our oft-mentioned “6 Pillars of R...

Dating at different ages comes with different dating struggles! And on KSL’s new “Dating at Her Age” podcast , host Debbie Dujanovic is divorced & dating at 57, while producer Caitlyn Johnston is single and dating at 29. Each week, they tackle topics from “situationships” to “catfishing” and encourage listeners to romanticize your life no matter your relationship status. They join this episode...

Relentlessly Resilient host Jennie Taylor launched  The Major Brent Taylor Foundation on what would have been her husband's 40th birthday. Nearly five years later, the organization has expanded to not only include their original principles of training, honoring, and engaging, but to provide Gold Star families with travel opportunities to attend the annual rededication of the Global War on Terroris...

Jeff Soelberg lost three fingers in a harrowing work accident in 2016, but he has not allowed the amputation to hold him back in life. He has undergone nine surgeries and multiple prosthetics institutions and has taken on the role of speaker, educator , author, and even “Amputee Grandpa” through the Jeff Giving A Hand Foundation . Jeff joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to emphasize the...

Braden Eads joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to discuss his “recovering” journey from pornography addiction. He highlights the role of connection, secrecy, and avoiding the “Mr. Nice Guy” syndrome of dishonestly in the continual recovery process. Along with our hosts, the conversation reframes the danger of pornography addiction into the broader implications of cultural, religious , an...

Becky Jane Kemp is a life coach, author, and speaker who joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share her resilience journey through the power of words. Her book, " The Word Effect: 7 Simple Words to Create Your Most Beautiful Life ," outlines seven simple words: acknowledge, ask, accept, abundance, action, appreciate, and aspire. Her podcast, “ Becoming with Becky ,” helps listeners gain...

Building a  resilient family is a goal for most people, and for Dr. Joseph White, Founder and Executive Director of the Foundation for Family Life , it is a goal he helps people reach. He joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient ahead of his appearance at the “ R.E.A.L. Connections Retreat ” in October 2024 to discuss the importance of healthy family dynamics, parenting styles, and Emily Werne...

Entrepreneur Mary Crafts returns to Relentlessly Resilient to share lessons from her book “ UNBOUNDED—From Sorrow to Summit. ” Around the age of 50, she discovered that even though her life looked successful with family, friends, and amazing business endeavors, she lived it out of fear, not love. So, she CHOSE to start “ Crafting a meaningful life, ” chose to live a LOVE-based life, got healthy, g...

Jennie and Michelle catch up after the long summer break on this special Cohost Conversation episode of Relentlessly Resilient. And while it might be a break, that doesn’t mean it hasn't been busy! Jennie recounts adventures with her kids, a Taylor Swift concert in Scotland, and a family trip to the Alpine region of Europe, highlighting the cultural and culinary delights. Michelle shares her visit...

Relationship betrayal can be just as traumatizing as a physical accident or any other traumatic event. For Jeni Brockbank, the sexual betrayal from her husband was heartbreaking and life-shaking. As an active member of her Christian faith, she chose to turn to God and the scriptures in her time of need, as well as therapy, couples counseling, trauma model recovery practices, and connecting with a...

Kati Calhoun is a 21-year military wive and knows the pressures and struggles accompanying the associated financial, emotional, and mental stresses of being part of a military family. Over the years, she has seen how community support can positively impact families like hers. She has leveraged her professional skills as the Vice President of Marketing at Kent's Market , a board member of the Major...

Lloyd C. Davis has had to navigate the unexpected journey of grief multiple times in his life, from the deaths of his first wife in 1995 , to the loss of his son in 2017 , and then his second wife just two years later. Along the way, he has had to learn to trust his high power and seek peace in the healing process. Now, he has written a book, “ Heartache to Healing: Navigating Grief and Finding Pe...

Stephanie Harris lost her husband, Matthew, after a brief and unexpected battle with brain cancer in 2018. As a widow, she has learned to deal with grief and trauma by focusing on gratitude in life, the legacy her husband left, and the angels around her to help her through the rough times. She joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share her story and the tools of resilience she has learn...

On this special co-host conversation episode, Jennie and Michelle are joined by returning guest  Heather Higgins of Novel Expressions, who will be facilitating the R.E.A.L Connections Retreat on October 11-12, 2024. Together, they talk about the hows-and-whys of the event and what listeners can expect from attending and adapting the content to their own lives.  The event is a two-day of workshops,...

Jamie Lee Silver loved being a mother to her boys, and when her son Ben was diagnosed with schizophrenia, she did all she could to help him cope with the situation. Sadly, Ben completed suicide in 2015, and their relationship turned into a non-physical one. Throughout this challenging journey, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) tapping helped her face her grief and emotional pain. In 2019, she beca...

In this second episode of a two-part series, Mandy Anderson , The Woman of the Universe pageant‘s Mrs. USA 2023-2024, continues sharing her story. She talks about how she overcame a dark depressive episode in her life, dispelling suicidal thoughts and the power of empathy that comes after the storm. Then, Mandy shares how working with The Welcome Corps and the Utah Valley Refugees organization hel...