Caraline's Adventure - Incredible true stories of resilience, challenge and personal growth

10 years after a catastrophic motorcycle accident, Kerri had to make the heartbreaking decision between keeping or amputating her unhealed broken foot, which was holding her in extreme pain.  The biggest uncertainty was whether her life will improve after the amputation, there was no way to know.  Now, she is a thriving mom of two, teaching others how to empower their lives and boldly advocating f...

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Gina Schuh is a full-time wheelchair user due to a cervical spinal cord injury at the age of 18.  After becoming a quadriplegic, Gina obtained her bachelors in political science and her juris doctor to aid in her advocacy for people with disabilities.  Gina has successfully lobbied nationally for legislation that benefits people with disabilities, especially wheelchair users. She is also an accomp...

James Phelps has what many men would consider to be the perfect job. He photograph swimming in lingerie for magazines, print work, and online. James was one of the first photographers back in the late 2000 working with curvy models and photographing with the same attention to detail as their slimmer counterparts.  James also has cerebral palsy.  Join us as we discuss a variety of topics, including...

12 Years ago I was struck by an elderly driver while walking. This is my story of learning how to live again after rehabilitation from vestibular damage, chronic pain, and the destruction of my life as I knew it. Find more episodes at: https://www.youtube.com/@CaralinesAdventureOfficial Or www. CaralinesAdventure.com Credits: Technology support - John Hickman Graphic Design - Sterling Rose Creates

Claire Tomlinson has always been driven, motivated, focused on success.  But when that need for control ultimately lead to eating disorder, Claire had to find other tools to help her handle the complexities of life. Changing her relationship with food, learning how to meditate, and other tools ultimately lead her to new levels of success. Find more episodes at: https://www.youtube.com/@CaralinesAd...

When Tariq McIver lost his father as a child. And then, when he suffered a major sports injury in college, it temporarily sidetracked his plans for the future.  But then he saw it as a redirection rather than a career ender, join us as we discussed how he followed that new path into body building.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tariq-maciver-5359142a6?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&...

Foster care and adoption survivor.  Veteran.  Amputee.  No matter what challenges life has thrown his way, Derek Jeske has looked for ways to give back. Join us in this discussion of challenges, growth, and always looking for ways to give back.  Learn more about Derek at https://valleyofthesunlifecoach.com/ Learn more about Derek at https://valleyofthesunlifecoach.com/ Find more episodes at: https...

In this interview I speak with AnneMoss Rogers who is the epitome of turning pain into grace. She lost her son to death by suicide, and from that was born her mission to helping others weather the storms of self harm.  AnneMoss is a mental health speaker, suicide prevention speaker, mental health education expert, trainer, and consultant.  After her 20-year-old son, Charles died by suicide in 2015...

Celebrity chef, founder of the “Miyoko’s” line of vegan products, and culinary alchemist Miyoko Schinner is the most incredible hostess.  But it’s her passion to spread consciousness and  compassion that really strikes you when you talk with her.  When I launched this podcast, I was asked repeatedly to talk why I went vegan, and I realized Miyoko was the perfect person to have this discussion with...

In this episode, I talk with my good friend LaGabriel Redic about the power of passion and how it can shape your life.  From his service in the United States Navy, through his education to gaining his masters degree, Gabe has dug deep into personal passion to find success.  Find more episodes at: https://www.youtube.com/@CaralinesAdventureOfficial Or www. CaralinesAdventure.com Credits: Technology...

When “Dirk“  landed his dream job straight out of a grad school, he thought his life was destined to follow the carefully laid out trajectory he had planned.  Fancy degree. High-paying job. Expensive trips and luxury lifestyle.  Little did he know that receiving a promotion at work would kick off a series of events which would accidentally result in him becoming an illegal alien.  Join us as Dirk...

This first season has been a blast!  I am so grateful for the support and feedback each of you have provided, and am so thankful for each one of you that has taken the time to listen to an episode! The 5 star reviews on Spotify are greatly appreciated as well! And I’m grateful for the people who have come and brought their truth and their experiences to the interviews, it’s been an incredible lear...

Sometimes, the bravest moves are to simply stand in your own space and openly own your truth, especially the first time.  Join us for a powerful discussion with Adrienne Baranowski, a friend from high school, who talks openly for the first time about bullying and sexual abuse, and how she poured that pain into creating beautiful music.  Please note, names have been removed when they were mentioned...

Approximately 700 children enter the United States foster care system each day, most with little more than a trash bag of belongings. In recognition of National Foster Care Month, we are joined again by Rob Scheer. Rob was placed in foster care himself over forty years ago, when he  entered carrying his belongings in a tattered trash bag. He aged out of foster care at the age of 18, became  homele...

Serafin Leon is a Credible Messenger Supervisor with The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC). Serafin leverages his experience of 32 years in prison, 20 of those segregated in the Secure Housing Unit, to reach California’s youth and guide them towards better choices. The ARC works to end mass incarceration in California. To ensure communities are safe, healthy, and whole, ARC empowers formerly and cur...

Olivia Nunn is an inspiring leader and experienced executive director of communications and event planning with a distinguished history of achieving excellence in the government relations industry spanning over 13 years.  As the CEO of Olivia Nunn Communications. She is enthusiastically dedicated to promoting Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in the workforce. Furthermore, Olivia serves as the Ex...

Sarah Rambo is the head of a psylocibin supplement company called Entheo Goddess. She moved from a career as an executive to starting a psilocybin business a result of her own mental health challenges and lack of support.  Sarah has lived through assault, abuse and was hospitalized before she discovered the power of plant medicine. Sarah’s vision is to destigmatize and raise awareness about the th...

Jenna Levine Liu is the Founder & President of Sixx Cool Moms, the national network of social groups for moms. Sixx currently operates 45 chapters across 13 states, with over 110k active and engaged members.  Using her decade of media and advertising experience, Jenna turned a traditionally free medium into a profitable space for advertisers to reach local moms on a personal level, and for mom...

Sasha Stair is a magnetic and dynamic leader in mortgage fintech, an executive coach, keynote speaker, and a 3x international best-selling author. With 20 years of sales, customer success, tech & operations experience, Sasha brings a unique perspective to organizations looking to grow key revenue impact areas. Over the past 10+ years, Sasha has become a respected mortgage tech leader with sign...

Approximately 700 children enter the United States foster care system each day, most with little more than a trash bag of belongings. Rob Scheer experienced this over forty years ago, when he  entered foster care carrying a tattered trash bag. He aged out of foster care at the age of 18, became  homeless, and again carried his possessions in a trash bag.  After graduating high school, Rob served i...

To Watch This Episode: Joshua is a Software Product Manager living in Philadelphia. After adopting a lifestyle of crime at a young age, he went to prison for 5 years, but was able to turn that narrative into a story of redemption.  Today he has a career he is passionate about, travels the world and shares his story through community work and content creation. Find more about Joshua at @know_vember...

Join me as I discuss what motivated me to start this podcast, give an overview of who we will be talking to, and give a little insight into what we will be covering. Please bear with me, my nerves were getting to me in those first few minutes and you can hear it in my voice! View this episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/tb6ShS7MLTY Find more episodes at: https://www.youtube.com/@CaralinesAdven...