Voices of Inspiration

Meeting Aspen Heidikrueger through Cancer for College was incredibly special for me, because she was the very first recipient of our family scholarship—and her story is one I will never forget. Aspen was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia at just 13 years old and endured one of the most intense chemotherapy regimens in existence. What she has walked through physically, mentally, and emotionally...

Jackson Snelling is already making a powerful impact through his music—and at just 18 years old, his story carries depth far beyond his years. From stepping onto the American Idol stage to earning Video of the Year in Nashville, he’s quickly building a name for himself as both an artist and a storyteller. In this conversation, I explore how his life experiences have shaped his music in such a mean...

Dayvee Sutton has built a career that blends storytelling, travel, and purpose in a way that is both inspiring and deeply intentional. From her early days working in radio to earning national Emmys and becoming a trusted travel expert across major networks, her journey is a powerful reminder that success rarely follows a straight path. In this conversation, I reflect on how our paths first crossed...

Some stories stay with you long after you hear them—and Doa’s is one of those. From fleeing Iraq as a young child during the Gulf War to surviving years in a refugee camp, her journey is one of resilience, courage, and unwavering strength. As she shares what her family endured, I found myself deeply moved by both the hardship and the hope woven throughout her story. We talk about what it means to...

Big dreams often begin long before anyone else can see them, and Chef Zweli Williams’s story is a powerful example of what can happen when passion, resilience, and faith come together. From discovering her love of flavors as a child in Zimbabwe to building one of North Carolina’s most celebrated restaurants, her journey is filled with courage, reinvention, and purpose. What makes her story especia...

Everyone has a story to tell. Join Host Amelia Old as she shares stories of family, friends, and strangers through her everyday life and travels.