SOS - Stories of Survivors

In this beautifully heartfelt episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with four remarkable women—Joanne Tierney, Mary Gleeson, Michelle Giorno, and Eileen Carey—to celebrate the power of genuine sisterhood. With honesty, humor, and deep affection, they reflect on their unique journeys, the roots that shaped them, and the soul-level bond that brought them together. Their...

In this episode host Serina Dansker welcomed Candice Graciano, Sound Healer and Transformational Coach, for an intimate and illuminating conversation that explored how sound, vibration, and frequency can become pathways to emotional release, spiritual renewal, and deep inner healing. In this unforgettable episode, Candice shares her personal journey, the science and spirituality behind sound heali...

In this profoundly moving and transformative episode, Serina Dansker sits down with the extraordinary Donna Palomba, Founder and CEO of Jane Doe No More, to share a story of unshakable courage and reclamation. What began as an unthinkable act of violence became a mission to awaken strength, restore dignity, and amplify the voices of survivors everywhere. With honesty, grace, and unwavering convict...

In this unforgettable episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serina Dansker leads a powerful and refreshingly honest conversation with Sean Tierney, Michael Gleeson, and John Carey about the strength of male friendship, the courage to face mental health challenges, and the resilience born through shared struggle. With laughter, truth, and vulnerability, they remind us that brotherhood isn’t just abo...

In this illuminating episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serina Dansker welcomes Anna Raimondi for a soul-enriching conversation on faith, spirit, and healing. Together, they explore how divine connection and spiritual awareness can help us rise from pain into purpose — turning every struggle into light and every scar into strength. When the soul listens, even pain becomes a path to peace. To lea...

In this deeply moving episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Host Serina Dansker welcomes Jeff Kimball, President and Co-Founder of Empower Change, for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, community, and the healing power of unity. Jeff shares how his journey and advocacy work have transformed personal pain into a mission that uplifts others — creating a ripple effect of compassion and purpose...

She answered fan mail. She made us laugh. And then—she vanished… until she returned with a story that would inspire countless hearts. In this unforgettable episode of SOS: Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Wendy Kaufman, the beloved Original Snapple Lady, for an intimate and revealing conversation. Wendy opens up about the whirlwind of fame, the silent struggles of addiction...

In this moving episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Jaime Hayes, a Wholesale Flower Buyer, to share her remarkable journey of living with a rare disease. Fighting to be Heard: Jaime’s Journey with a Rare Disease is more than a story—it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit when faced with misunderstanding, invisibility, and the daily challenges of nav...

On SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Christine Dorsey—Certified Usui Reiki Master, Integrated Medicine Therapist, Psychic/Medium, and Meditation Teacher—for a breathtaking conversation that bridges the extraordinary with the deeply human. From a childhood near-death experience that forever altered her path to a lifetime dedicated to guiding others through healing, Christ...

On SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker welcomes Kristin Cook, LCSW—Lyra Partnerships Director—for a powerful and moving conversation about the gift of life through living kidney donation. In this inspiring episode, Kristin shares the profound impact of selflessness, hope, and second chances, while highlighting the life-changing work of Lyra Partnerships and the National Kidney Foundation...

On this powerful episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker invites listeners into a heartfelt journey of healing with Self Love Club: Grief, Trauma & the Power of Self Love. With deep compassion and wisdom, Serina explores how self-love can become a guiding force through life’s most difficult seasons. This moving conversation sheds light on the ways grief and trauma shape us—and...

In this unforgettable episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, the microphone is turned, and for the first time, beloved host Serina Dansker steps into the guest seat. With her best friend Michelle Giorno guiding the conversation as special guest host, Serina opens her heart to share her own journey of resilience, healing, and hope. What unfolds is a rare and deeply moving dialogue that reveals the st...

In this deeply moving episode, Serina Dansker sits down with Brad Scott to explore the emotional journey through love, loss, and the silence that follows. Together, they reflect on grief’s unspoken spaces, the resilience it demands, and the hope that can emerge when stories are shared. Brad opens his heart to reveal how he navigated profound loss, the lessons learned in moments of quiet reflection...

In this thought-provoking episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Michael Litt—a seasoned financial strategist with over three decades of experience navigating the complexities of global markets. From his years as Managing Director at Morgan Stanley to his role as a founding partner at the multi-strategy hedge fund FrontPoint, Michael has weathered economic booms, m...

In this profoundly moving episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Christine Neidhart, a courageous mother whose journey through unspeakable heartbreak has led her to a life of renewed purpose, healing, and hope. Christine’s story is one of pain—but also of resilience, faith, and transformation. With honesty and a heart full of purpose, she shares how she found the s...

In this powerful reunion of the Self-Love Club, host Serina Dansker brings together a circle of resilient, radiant women who embody the spirit of transformation. In this heartfelt and wisdom-filled episode, these remarkable survivors share what it truly means to pivot with courage, prosper with intention, and thrive with authenticity. From daring career reinventions to grounded financial empowerme...

In this deeply compassionate and insightful episode, Serina Dansker is joined by Debbie Gail Zane, Certified Grief Educator, Life, Relationship, and Parent Coach, and Author—for a powerful conversation on anticipatory grief and the emotional journey of facing loss before it occurs. Together, they shed light on the complex layers of preparing the heart while still holding on, offering understanding...

In this profoundly moving episode, Serina Dansker sits down with Christy Pugh, President of Emma’s Plan, for a conversation that transforms heartbreak into purpose. After the sudden and unexpected loss of her daughter during what appeared to be a time of recovery, Christy made the courageous decision to channel her grief into a mission that now brings awareness, impact, and meaning to countless li...

In this profoundly moving episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker brings forward a story that is as courageous as it is transformative—one that speaks to the unbreakable strength of the human spirit. Joined by special guest James Tinkle, Personal Transformation Coach, “He Put a Stop to It: A Story of Courage, Survival & Healing” is a powerful testament to what it means to conf...

In this heartfelt Galentine’s Day gathering, Serina Dansker sits down with Jojo Tierney, Mary Gleeson, and Michelle Giorno for an honest and beautifully nostalgic conversation about first love— the lessons, and the lasting imprint it leaves on the heart. What unfolds is a warm, unscripted exchange among women reflecting on their earliest encounters with love and how those formative experiences sha...

In this forward-focused and inspiring episode, Serina Dansker brings together Lexi Dansker, Chloe Gleeson, and Mikayla Gleeson for a powerful dialogue on financial empowerment, identity, and generational vision. Representing a new era of leadership, these young women share how self-worth, financial literacy, disciplined habits, and bold ambition are becoming the framework for their success. This c...

In this profoundly heartfelt episode of SOS ~ Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker welcomes Lynda Petrossian, Investment Professional, for an intimate and deeply human conversation honoring sisterhood, survival, and enduring love. To My Sister: A Story of Survival, Love, and What Remains explores the layers of grief and resilience that follow loss—revealing how connection, memory, and purpose...

In this powerful special edition of SOS ~ Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker turns the spotlight to the next generation as five young women take the mic to share their voices, perspectives, and lived experiences. Shaped by growing up through a global pandemic, social pressure, and rapid change, these emerging voices speak with courage, insight, and authenticity. The Next Generation Speaks i...

In this moving episode of SOS ~ Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker welcomes Roderick Alemania, Co-Founder & CEO of Empower Change, for a deeply human conversation about transforming loss into purpose. From Grief to Growth: Building Hope Through Empower Change explores how personal grief can become a catalyst for healing, leadership, and service—shifting pain into power and despair into...

In this compelling episode of SOS ~ Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker welcomes Chef Consultant Anthony Terzano for an honest and deeply inspiring conversation on transformation, resilience, and becoming who you were always meant to be. Through lived experience and reflection, Anthony shares how adversity can serve as a powerful catalyst for growth, reinvention, and purposeful living. This...