Break The Silence With Kath

Welcome to Break the Silence with Kath, the podcast where we share powerful stories of resilience, faith, and healing.  Today, I am honoured to introduce a very inspiring guest, Lauren Roskilly , an accomplished author, coach, and speaker who is dedicated to improving mental health and well-being. Lauren specializes in Christian-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, combining faith with proven techn...

In today’s episode , we are honoured to welcome Anna Astwood, a passionate advocate and educator dedicated to ending teenage dating violence.   Anna is the co-founder and co-president of Love Doesn’t Hurt Inc., a nonprofit organization that works tirelessly to educate, empower, and support communities in fostering healthy relationships among teens. As a survivor of sexual assault at just 12 years...

Today on Break the Silence with Kath , we have the incredible Laura Padgett. Laura is a multi-published, award-winning author, dancer, and storyteller, who has spent over seven decades finding her place and purpose in the world.  As an adult child of alcoholics, Laura's early years were marked by challenges in understanding relationships and discovering self-worth.  Yet, through years of fait...

Welcome to another episode, where we share powerful stories of resilience, inspiration, and growth. Today, we have an extraordinary guest, Alma Thomas, who truly embodies the strength and courage needed to overcome life’s toughest challenges. In 2009, Alma experienced the heartbreaking loss of her only son, a tragedy that forever changed her life.  But her journey didn’t stop there. A few years la...

Hallo and welcome in todays episode , I’m excited to introduce a truly inspiring guest, Marian Scales.  Marian is a mental wellness coach and the founder of Dream Life Transformation. Her journey to wellness is nothing short of remarkable. After being diagnosed with ADHD, generalized anxiety disorder, major depression, dysthymia, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder, Marian spent five years o...

Hallo and welcome in todays  we have an incredibly special and inspiring guest joining us—Pauline Jones, also known as PJ. Pauline’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope, as she has faced more trauma than most of us can even imagine. From nearly losing her life as a baby, surviving years of abuse, and enduring the devastating loss of her 19-year-old son to gun violence, Pauline has...

On this episode of Break the Silence with Kath , I am honoured to welcome Reese Sabatini Blake, a bestselling author, speaker, and service professional who has turned her personal experiences of childhood abuse and a medical fiasco into a powerful force for healing.  Reese is passionate about helping women overcome trauma without relying on drugs or pharmaceuticals, drawing on her background in hi...

Welcome to today’s episode! I’m thrilled to introduce an inspiring guest, Brandi Luke.  Brandi’s story is one of immense courage, faith, and resilience. Fourteen years ago, she faced one of the greatest heartbreaks imaginable—the loss of her 11-year-old disabled daughter.  Since then, she’s endured 12 surgeries in just six years, with two more on the horizon. But that’s not all—Brandi recently ove...

Spreading Kindness and Healing: How Danielle Booher Turned Pain into Purpose   Today, I’m excited to welcome Danielle Booher to the show! Danielle wears many hats, she’s an author, speaker, mother, nurse, podcast host, life coach, and passionate mental health advocate.    From a young age, Danielle has always felt a deep calling to help others, and this passion has shaped her personal and professi...

In today’s episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Shelly Edwards, author of Beautiful Ashes —a deeply personal and powerful memoir of survival, healing, and hope.   Shelly’s journey is one of overcoming unimaginable adversities, from the tragic loss of her mother in a house fire to testifying against her abusive father, all while uncovering long-buried family secrets. Throughout her journ...

Welcome to the show, everyone.  Today, I have the privilege of introducing a truly remarkable guest, Brenda Adelman.  Brenda is an award-winning storyteller, a forgiveness expert, and the author of the powerful memoir *My Father Killed My Mother and Married My Aunt: Forgiving the Unforgivable*. Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and the profound power of forgiveness. Brenda’s life too...

Today, I’m excited to welcome a truly inspiring guest to the show, Bambi Makowski.  Bambi’s journey is one of self-discovery and purpose. It took her thirty-two years to embrace her unique name, but now she says it with pride.  As a mother of six adult children and a grandmother to thirteen – and counting – Bambi’s life has been filled with rich experiences that have shaped her into the storytelle...

  In today’s episode, I’m excited to introduce a truly remarkable guest, Valerie Rubin.  Valerie is an anxious attachment specialist and trauma-informed somatic coach who is passionate about helping people heal their anxious attachment so they can find and sustain healthy, secure love.    With a career dedicated to healing and resilience, Valarie has become a leader in her field.    As a Rapid Tra...

In today's exceptional episode, we are joined by Mark Coope, a man whose story is both harrowing and inspiring.  Mark walks us through his struggles with mental health. Mental health can affect anyone irrespective of our gender. Mark has faced some of life’s most intense challenges, plunging into the depths of despair after a traumatic event in 2016 that turned his world upside down.  Once a...

We’re thrilled to introduce Analee Vinyard, a woman whose life story is a powerful testament to the triumph of faith over tragedy.    Analee’s journey has been marked by profound challenges, but it is through these trials that she has discovered the sufficiency of God’s grace and the tender, overwhelming love that He offers in our weakest moments.  Her story reminds us that when Jesus, the Author,...

Welcome to today's episode . I'm honoured to introduce our guest, Stefanie Joseph, a dedicated coach whose mission is to empower individuals to navigate the complexities of life with grace and resilience.  Stefanie's journey into this transformative work is deeply personal and profoundly inspiring.   In 2022, Stefanie faced the heartbreaking loss of her beloved sister, for whom she...

Welcome to today's episode where we have the incredible privilege of speaking with Michelle Steiner.    Michelle is on a mission to encourage, empower, and educate people, regardless of whether they have a learning disability.  Her passion for raising awareness about hidden disabilities stems from her own experiences.    Bullied in school due to her learning difficulties, Michelle chose to fo...

Welcome to today's episode where we are honoured to have Darla Ridilla's join us.  Darla grew up in an abusive home, lacking healthy role models, and twenty years ago, she became involved with her first narcissist.  Since then, she has experienced multiple relationships with narcissists, each presenting its own set of challenges.  Through her journey of healing, Darla discovered the powe...

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Kelly Griego, a remarkable individual whose journey is a testament to resilience, leadership, and transformation.    An Arizona native, Kelly began her distinguished career in 1999 when she enlisted in the United States Air Force.  Over an impressive 25-year span, she excelled in various roles within the Federal Government, demonstrating exceptional...

Join us as we welcome our guest Tivona Elliott, also known as Lady V.  Tivona's incredible journey is a testament to resilience and transformation.   By 15, Tivona was navigating a harsh world as a madam, striving for survival and love. Her path included roles as a stripper, drug seller and an escort for high-ticket clients.    Seeking genuine love, she tried to escape this life but ended up...

 I'm thrilled to introduce our next podcast guest, Imana Azeez. Imana is a dynamic life design and confidence mentor who's deeply committed to empowering women.  As a mom of three, she's no stranger to the pressures and expectations society places on us. Imana is passionate about helping women break free from societal norms and rediscover their authentic selves. She challenges the n...

Join us in today’s episode as we welcome Dakota Griffin, a remarkable woman whose strength and resilience have been a personal inspiration.    Dakota courageously extricated herself from a harrowing narcissistic relationship, a journey that required immense bravery.    Her experiences not only transformed her life but also motivated her to create a future that benefits others.    Inspired by Dakot...

Welcome to today’s episode featuring Karen Seltz, a transformative guide who endured a traumatic childhood that led to an addiction. She is also a survivor of an abusive marriage. She now empowers her clients to quickly and painlessly resolve deep-seated emotional challenges such as anger, grief, trauma, and more.   Through her innovative Total Subconscious Reboot Framework, Karen helps individual...

Join us on today’s episode as we welcome Shannon Turner. She is a true testament of hope and resilience who is passionately spreading the message that 'God is still good,' even in the darkest valleys.    A survivor of an abusive relationship, Shannon offers tactical advice on how to safely escape such situations.    Against all odds, she has found love again with a remarkable man who sta...

In today’s episode, we are joined by the remarkable Agatha Oke, who describes herself as 'a unicorn in a field full of horses.'    Agatha's journey of resilience began after surviving an abusive relationship and reclaiming her independence.    In this powerful discussion, she gives a detailed account of her harrowing experiences and the steps she took to break free.  Today, Agatha d...