Unspoken: Conversations with Candace

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of Unspoken Conversations with Candace , Jeremy Hansen shares his courageous journey of breaking free from a lifetime of psychological, emotional, and financial abuse at the hands of his parents. From growing up under strict control to discovering his voice, setting boundaries, and building an empowered life, Jeremy’s story is one of resilience, community...

Send us Fan Mail In this transformative episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , licensed counselor, speaker, and coach Jahmaal Marshall shares his remarkable journey from childhood trauma and rejection to becoming a voice of healing and restoration for others. With honesty and vulnerability, Jahmaal reveals how his life experiences shaped his mission to help people heal from the inside o...

Send us Fan Mail In this transformative episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , survivor, advocate, and devoted mother Christina Trinidad courageously shares her journey through years of abuse, trauma, and silence—and how she reclaimed her voice to help others heal. With raw honesty, Christina recounts her early experiences of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, the pivotal moment she...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , servant leader and advocate Anya Gordon shares her deeply moving story of survival, healing, and transformation. From childhood trauma and confusion to embracing faith, forgiveness, and purpose, Anya’s journey reminds us that resilience is possible, and healing is a lifelong process. With honesty and courage, Anya...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , we welcome “Sunshine,” a poet, writer, and resilient survivor, who courageously shares her journey of childhood trauma, healing, and reclaiming her voice. From moments of silence and shame to empowerment through poetry, therapy, and self-discovery, Sunshine’s story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest t...

Send us Fan Mail I n this heartfelt episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , Candace is joined by her longtime friend and “Chica Bonita,” April Klinter. Together, they revisit their 20+ year friendship, the journey of supporting each other through motherhood, trauma, and growth, and how pivotal moments—like attending the Hope Shining Blue event—ignited Candace’s path as an author, podcast...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , certified life coach and author Rossie Manka shares her journey from surviving abuse, gang involvement, and generational cycles of pain to becoming a resilient mentor, STEM advocate, and soon-to-be published author. Rosie opens up about: Her early life challenges, including abuse, running away, and navigating male-...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Unspoken: Conversations with Candace , poet, filmmaker, and advocate Samuel Alfred shares his journey of surviving childhood trauma, reclaiming his voice through art, and breaking free from generational cycles of silence and pain. Samuel opens up about: The inspiration behind his spoken word piece “I Stand on My Desk” and the meaning of tears of liberat...

Send us Fan Mail Amy Pierquet shares her healing and transformation journey with Candace Sanchez in this emotionally moving episode. She opens up about the loss of her parents, detailing the heart-wrenching experience of her mother’s battle with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the executor of her parents' estate, Amy shares practical advice on documenting assets to ease the process...

Send us Fan Mail Candace invites guests Cassandra Wind and her daughter, Sage, to explore their profound journey through trauma, healing, and growth in this touching episode. From shared experiences of abuse and violence to the powerful transformations facilitated through healing practices, this conversation is a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bond between mother and child. Cassandra...

Send us Fan Mail in this episode, join Candace and her guest Melissa, as they delve into a poignant exploration of overcoming adversity, recognizing self-worth, and the journey toward healing. This episode uncovers the complexities of Melissa’s tumultuous seven-year marriage, her brave choice to leave for her and her children's well-being, and the subsequent exploitation by a trusted therapis...

Send us Fan Mail In this poignant episode, Candace and her guest, Kelley, bravely open up about their experiences of abuse and the journey towards healing. Both women share their stories of resilience and hope, emphasizing the importance of speaking out and finding a supportive community. Kelley candidly recounts her childhood experiences, from facing abuse to her struggle with addiction, and how...

Send us Fan Mail Healing, Hope and Hardships with Carmen Santiago-Keenon In this heartfelt episode, Candace and her inspirational guest, Carmen Santiago-Keenon, reflect on their healing journeys, sharing personal struggles and triumphs. They both express immense gratitude for family, faith, and their supportive communities.  Carmen candidly discusses the challenges her family faced with vehicle ac...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, Scott Kinderman shares his inspirational journey from trauma to transformation. Listen in as Scott, a relentless advocate for survivors, discusses his collaboration with BeLEAF Survivors and NAMI, and his recent honor at the EndCAN “Walk Together” event.  Candace delves into her personal experience as a survivor and the incredible ripples her book has cre...

Send us Fan Mail Can speaking your truth save your life? Candace Sanchez and Neil Parekh are joined by special guest Shawn Hittman. Shawn, a finance professional who is a survivor and thriver, shares his courageous journey of healing. Through heartfelt anecdotes, Shawn paints a vivid picture of his childhood innocence and the impact of abuse that unfolded. Discover how Shawn's healing journey...

Send us Fan Mail How can we break the cycle of sexual abuse in the church and create a safe environment for children to worship and grow without fear of being victimized? Candace is joined by co-host Neil and guest speaker Mike Koplinka-Loehr to shed light on the challenges faced by male survivors of sexual abuse in the church. Mike, who is starting the Healing Resource Institute for Victim Empowe...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming and empowering episode, Candace and Neil welcome James Turner, a retired library assistant and poet. James brings us his journey of resilience and recovery from childhood trauma. James sheds light on his story's turning point, where he was able to recognize the source of his suffering and shares his experience of attending moMENtum, a Devon-based men&apos...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Candace and Co-host Neil Parekh talk with Callen Harty who shares his emotional journey as a survivor of child sex abuse. Callen discusses his upbringing in a small town in Wisconsin and the traumatic experiences he had with his older brother from the age of 10 to 18. He reveals the impact that the abuse had on him and how it impacted...

Send us Fan Mail Male survivors of sexual abuse is a topic that is surrounded by stigma, shame, and misunderstanding, making it extremely difficult for survivors to speak out and receive the support they need. We're proud to feature Nathan Spiteri on this month's episode, as he shares his powerful story and advocates for change. Nathan Spiteri, is a filmmaker, actor, writer, sexual abuse...

Send us Fan Mail From Abuse to Advocacy with Kenneth Rogers, Jr. Are you ready to take a deep dive into one of the most powerful stories of resilience and advocacy? Join us for an inspiring episode with Kenneth Rogers, Jr., a male survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Kenny endured years of abuse, depression, and isolation before he was able to begin his journey of healing.  After finding success in...

Send us Fan Mail Sharing Stories to Heal: A Season of Male Survivors  Welcome to Season 3, which is dedicated to male survivors and giving male survivors a place for healing, support, and resources. In this episode, Candace speaks with Neil Parekh, a marketing and communications professional who is gifted at sharing the power of story. Listen in as Neil tells his own story of abuse and healing.  C...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Candace talks to father and daughter duo, Scott and Scarlette Kinderman. Scott is the current Director of Business Intelligence and a volunteer that advocates for sexual assault at BeLEAF Survivors, Inc. While Scarlette is the upcoming Regional Community Partnerships Coordinator for Racine and Kenosha with Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin. She received the Bronze C...

Send us Fan Mail S2 E14: Strength Through Adversity with Araceli Esparza  In this episode, Candace talks to Araceli Esparza, an entrepreneur and business consultant who helps others build their social capital for justice. She is the founder of  Midwest Mujeres Collective. She helps other women grow their income and confidence. She got the inspiration to start her own business after hearing a speak...

Send us Fan Mail Candace is joined by Megan Schwan, who shares her story about having an abusive partner. She shares the turmoil and trauma she experienced on her journey, as well as how she dealt with it and began to heal. Megan offers advice for others who maybe in a similar situation, sharing how important it is to reach out for help and begin the process of rebuilding your life. She gives Cand...

Send us Fan Mail Surviving to Thriving Candace is joined by Samantha Collier on this episode of the show. They talk about trauma and how it affects women who have survived sexual abuse. Candace shares her own story of trauma and how she was able to transition from surviving to thriving. Samantha provides helpful tips for other women who are dealing with trauma, including how to seek help from a th...