Episodes

Episode fifty-one of Strong Enough Podcast brings Amy Stephens, a bright and bubbly yoga teacher and podcast host. Amy shares about a past work environment that was reminiscent of an abusive relationship. Amy discusses the red flags she may have missed or let slip by, what happened when she started…

Episode fifty of Strong Enough Podcast brings Avery Thatcher, a former ICU RN and current speaker and trauma-informed yoga teacher. Avery is going to discuss how a stressful and toxic work environment led her to a chronic illness diagnosis, which completely changed her life. She realized that she w…

Episode forty-nine of Strong Enough Podcast brings two previous guests, Veteran Eric Herrera and Jenn DeBeers. Jenn and I will share stories about people pretending to have served in the Military, and Eric will provide insight and information about this growing trend: Stolen Valor. During this epi…

Episode forty-eight of Strong Enough Podcast brings our first return guest, Russell Loo, along with his beautiful wife, Sarah. First, Russell gives an update on his apprenticeship at Revolt Tattoos with Joey Hamilton. Then, the couple talks about why they decided to change the dynamic of their marr…

Episode forty-seven of Strong Enough Podcast brings Daniel Reyes, a charismatic and energetic man on a journey to better himself physically. After spending a month in the hospital on two occasions for blood clots and related surgery, Daniel was told that he needed to lose weight or he only had a fe…

Episode forty-six of Strong Enough Podcast brings Jenn DeBeers, a smart, funny, and beautiful woman working in marketing and running her own fitness apparel company. After going into remission from a chronic illness and healing from a toxic relationship, Jenn re-entered the dating field ready to fi…

Episode forty-five of Strong Enough Podcast brings Dr. Amelia Kelley, founder of Kelley Counseling and Wellness in North Carolina. She is a trauma-informed psychotherapist empowering survivors to set boundaries, understand red flags, and thrive after an abusive relationship. Dr. Kelley is also co-a…

Episode forty-four of Strong Enough Podcast brings Zoe Thompson, a life coach ready to help people change, rise, and thrive. She started Phoenix Life and Wellbeing Coaching after the only job she'd had as an adult became redundant, and she found herself with the reason and the timing to follow her …

Episode forty-three of Strong Enough Podcast brings Russell Loo, a tattoo apprentice at Revolt Tattoos under famed artist, Joey Hamilton. Russell shares why he decided to completely change his career path over the age of 40, and he talks about convincing an Ink Master to take him on as an apprentic…

Episode forty-two of Strong Enough Podcast brings Denise Kavaliauskas, author and coach. After suffering in a toxic relationship with a narcissist, Denise learned how to heal herself and find healthy, nurturing love. She is passionate about helping others find the meaningful, healthy, true love we …

Episode forty-one of Strong Enough Podcast brings Dr. Thomas Jordan, author and clinical psychologist. Dr. Jordan helps individuals identify unhealthy patterns in past relationships, unlearn those patterns, and then learn healthy ways to love and be loved. During this episode, Dr. Jordan shares ex…

Episode forty of Strong Enough Podcast brings Sonia Frontera, attorney and author. Sonia has become known as the "divorce attorney with a heart" because of her unique strategy of approaching divorce with her clients in a way that helps end marriages amicably and with less time fighting in court. So…

Episode thirty-nine of Strong Enough Podcast brings Ink Master Season 3 winner, Joey Hamilton. Joey’s appearance on Strong Enough provides a rare “behind the scenes” look at his life beyond being an award-winning tattoo artist. During this episode, Joey talks about being a business owner and the…

Episode Thirty-eight of Strong Enough Podcast brings our first multi-guest episode, featuring host Claudia, her husband, Lee, and married couple, AJ and Brie Jambor. Lee, AJ, Brie, and Claudia talk about what makes a marriage successful and how to best support your partner. During this episode, w…

Episode Thirty-seven of Strong Enough Podcast brings Dr. Jason Piccolo, a veteran, LEO, author, podcast host, TV expert guest, and advocate for those who spend their lives with the often thankless title of “protector.” During this episode, Jason talks about a defining moment in his life when he m…

Episode Thirty-six of Strong Enough Podcast brings Juan Lee, an author and coach with a passion to teach others the path to true self-reflection, selflessness, and learning the real meaning of love. During this episode, Juan talks about growing up and feeling alone and without an identity. He deci…

Episode Thirty-five of Strong Enough Podcast brings Charlene Madden, an energetic and outgoing woman who shares vulnerably about abuse she experienced as a child at the hands of her own grandfather. She talks about how the abuse affected her relationships and her feelings about family and love. Du…

Episode Thirty-four of Strong Enough Podcast brings Mia Tarduno, an entrepreneur and trauma-informed yoga instructor in Summit County, Colorado. Mia shares why she became passionate about helping women by using gentle movement that is safe, uplifting, and empowering. During this episode, Mia talks…

Episode Thirty-three of Strong Enough Podcast brings Dr. Robb Kelly, founder of Robb Kelly Recovery Group, the premiere recovery coaching program that boasts a 97% success rate. Dr. Robb struggled with alcoholism, and only after being homeless for over a year did he realize it was time to change fo…

Episode Thirty-two of Strong Enough Podcast brings Jevon Wooden, a charismatic and energetic transformational coach who shares how a childhood filled with obstacles led him to his passion of helping others create a life that they don't need a vacation from. During this episode, Jevon talks about f…

Episode Thirty-one of Strong Enough Podcast brings Dr. Tawny Kross, a physical therapist working in Durham, North Carolina, primarily with veterans, many of whom experienced military sexual trauma. Dr. Tawny talks about the pathways of pain in our brains and why trauma can cause chronic physical pa…

Episode Thirty of Strong Enough Podcast brings Russell Mano, a devoted husband and father. Before his current marriage, Russell experienced a string of failed relationships that culminated in an 18-month abusive relationship that left him with both physical and emotional scars. Russell opens up abo…

Episode Twenty-nine of Strong Enough Podcast brings Eric Herrera, a Veteran who was stationed in Germany and completed two tours in Iraq as a bomb hunter. Eric was responsible for helping to protect his fellow soldiers by locating and identifying improvised explosive devices (IEDs). During this ep…

Episode Twenty-eight of Strong Enough Podcast brings Jason Tieri, a gregarious editor and podcast host. Jason grew up with an abusive mother and a disengaged father, and he talks about how this shaped his views of healthy relationships and love moving forward as an adult. During this episode, Jaso…