Shattered Silence Podcast

.In Episode 42, Jori sits down with Cheree Ashley to discuss her journey from heroin addiction to 14 years of sobriety. Now a certified intervention specialist and owner of a detox and residential treatment center, Cheree has dedicated her life to helping others find recovery. She also shares how her skincare line helps people in recovery rebuild confidence through self-care. This inspiring conver...

David Winter Episode 41 Raised in a loving family, David never imagined that being introduced to drugs at just 14 years old would change the course of his life. What began with experimentation eventually led to methamphetamine and later a devastating fentanyl addiction that kept him trapped for decades. After years of homelessness and chasing his next high, a compassionate volunteer who consistent...

In Episode 40 of the Shattered Silence Podcast , we sit down with Juanita Roland , whose journey shares many parallels with host Jori . After the podcast first launched, Juanita reached out to Jori after recognizing the similarities in their experiences with loss, grief, and addiction. Juanita bravely shares the story of losing her husband to an overdose and reflects on the larger-than-life person...

In Episode 39 of the Just for Today Podcast, we sit down with Vee Carlson — a trainer, Pilates instructor, and mental health advocate — as she courageously shares her journey through depression, postpartum depression, isolation, and healing. Vee opens up about moving to Alaska during her husband’s military deployment, navigating pregnancy far from family and support, and experiencing some of the d...

In this powerful episode, Jori sits down with Tracy Embry-Hernandez, MSN, RN, Associate Patient Care Executive, and Mandy Herrera, Project Manager & Community Health Worker from Adventist Health in Bakersfield, California. Together, they dive into the Adventist Health Bridge Model—a program designed to support individuals in our community as they recover from drug addiction. Through an honest...

YouTube description for Episode 37 Lindsay Hackford Episode 37 is one of the most powerful and heartfelt conversations we’ve had on the show. Lindsey Hackford bravely sits down to share her story of surviving a domestic violence situation that began when she was just 16 years old. What started as a young relationship quickly turned into years of emotional manipulation, control, and psychological t...

In Episode 36, Austynn Samarco shares her deeply personal story of losing her father to alcohol—and the complicated grief that followed. Austynn reflects on the close bond she once had with her dad, from cherished memories to moments they shared that even went viral online. As she began her college journey, their relationship was still a strong and meaningful part of her life. But over time, thing...

🎙️ Episode 35 | Shattered Silence Podcast NOW STREAMING In this episode, Jori sits down with our guest, Stephanie Grimsley, for a raw and honest conversation about her journey through severe postpartum depression. What many expect to be one of the most beautiful seasons of life became a deeply challenging and isolating experience. Stephanie shares how her postpartum depression led her into a dark...

In Episode 34 of the Shattered Silence Podcast, host Jori Kinney sits down with Scott Huhn, President of Aspire and proud sponsor of our show, for a powerful and heartfelt conversation. Scott was one of Jori’s very first guests back in Season One — the episode where she bravely shared the story of losing Kyle, the inspiration behind Shattered Silence. In this episode, they reconnect, reflect on ho...

Episode 33 | Kayla Dalton – When 3 Hours Changed Everything In honor of American Heart Month, Kayla Dalton shares the day her entire world changed. Within three hours, she went from living an ordinary day with her husband… to becoming a widow. There were no warnings. No obvious signs. No time to prepare. Just shock. Silence. And a life split into “before” and “after.” In this deeply emotional epis...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses child loss, drunk driving, and traumatic grief. In episode 32, Lindsay Niumata and her sister, Cassidy Clement, share their family’s story with Jori. Lindsay recounts the day her ex-husband drove their children after drinking, causing a fatal car accident that took his life and the life of their six-year-old son, Gabriel. Two of her children survived, but th...

In this emotional solo episode, Jori opens up about how life is moving forward for her and Brooks as they approach Brooks’ 3rd birthday. This time of year always brings a wave of emotions, reflecting also on the 22-year anniversary of losing her best friend and navigating life after losing Kyle. Jori shares honestly about grief, growth, and finding moments of peace in the middle of it all. Whether...

In this episode of Shattered Silence, Boone Frenzel, a fellow photographer and friend of Jori’s, shares his powerful journey of facing childhood trauma and overcoming addiction. Boone opens up about how early experiences affected his marriage, parenting, and career, and how they led him down a path of substance use, including marijuana, cocaine, and gambling. Through treatment with Aspire Counseli...

In this deeply moving episode of Shattered Silence: Stories of Recovery & Resilience, we sit down with Jessica Prado, who opens up about the devastating loss of her boyfriend—the father of her child—to a fentanyl poisoning. On the day of his viewing, Jessica discovered she was pregnant, carrying what she calls her final gift from him, their baby boy and his namesake. She shares what it was lik...

In this powerful episode, Jori sits down with Zach Skow , co-founder of Marley’s Mutts Rescue and the Pawsitive Change Program . Zach opens up about his battle with alcoholism, the devastating reality of liver failure, and how his father and his dog, Marley, helped him find the strength to get sober. Through his journey, Zach discovered a new purpose—saving dogs and giving them a second chance at...

David & Kendal’s Journey: Addiction, Recovery & Building a Life in Sobriety In this powerful episode, David and Kendal open up about their journey through addiction, recovery, and the challenges of building a family while navigating sobriety. Kendal shares her raw story of battling opiate addiction, while David—who first appeared in Season 1—reflects on how their paths crossed and how reco...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Keith Hough, a mental health advocate who opens up about his personal battle with depression and the breaking point that changed everything. Keith shares what it was like to seemingly “have it all” on the outside, while silently struggling on the inside—and how one brave conversation became the turning point in his journey. Now, Keith has made it his miss...

In this deeply personal episode, Jori sits down with her cousin Casey to share the heartbreaking story of losing her brother, Jeff, to fentanyl poisoning. Jeff’s journey was marked by his battle with schizophrenia, a struggle that led him to self-medicate in an attempt to cope. Casey opens up about the challenges Jeff faced, the impact of mental illness on their family, and the devastating reality...

In this deeply emotional episode, we sit down with Treva Noriega, the mother of famous TikTok star Cooper Noriega, who tragically passed away from fentanyl poisoning at just 19 years old. Treva shares the heart-wrenching story of who Cooper was a kind, creative, and compassionate young man who quickly rose to fame on TikTok. She opens up about the moment she received the devastating news of his pa...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence , we sit down with Christina Campas, the widow of fallen SWAT team member Sgt. Phillip Campas, who gave his life in the line of duty. Christina shares the deeply personal story of the day everything changed — the moment she received the call no spouse ever wants to get, and the unimaginable strength it took to break the news to their children. Through...

Exclusive Interview: Camryn Albert on Surviving the Unthinkable | The Bakersfield 3 Tragedy In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence , host Jori sits down for an exclusive interview with Camryn Albert , daughter of one of the victims in the high-profile Bakersfield 3 case. Camryn opens up about a life shaped by unimaginable loss, losing her mother in a car accident at just 16 months old and,...

In the final episode of Season 2, host Jori sits down with producer Teresa for an honest and heartfelt recap of the season. Together, they pull back the curtain on the process behind booking each guest, the emotions stirred during interviews, and the impact that followed after each episode aired. From unforgettable stories of grief, recovery, and resilience to the deeply personal messages received...

In this emotional episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Britt Smithson—a talented hair extension stylist and brave mother who shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her baby at 38 weeks . With powerful vulnerability, Britt opens up about what it’s really like to experience stillbirth, deliver a baby in silence, and face the postpartum period without the child she carried. She sheds li...

Shattered Silence welcomed Emily Cave Boit back to Bakersfield for the first time since the tragic loss of her husband, Colby Cave. Colby, a beloved Bakersfield Condors hockey player, played his final game on March 7, 2020, at Dignity Health Arena. Just weeks later, on April 11, 2020, he passed away unexpectedly. This emotional return marks a powerful moment of remembrance, healing, and strength a...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Lillian Sivori as she bravely shares her story of losing her husband, a dedicated NYPD Detective. Lillian opens up about the devastating early days of grief and how she navigated the first six months without him. Through raw emotion and heartfelt honesty, Lillian hopes her journey will remind other widows that they are not alone. Her...