Episodes

Talk Stories #109 Debbie Braden’s Journey of Joy and Heartache in Adopting an Older Child
Oct. 5, 2025

Talk Stories #109 Debbie Braden’s Journey of Joy and Heartache in Adopting an Older Child

For some women, the dream of having children isn’t always possible. In this episode, Debbie Braden shares her deeply personal journey through the unexpected joy and heartache of adoption — a path that ultimately led to a powe...
Talk Stories #108 Danyelle Cedar - Falling for the wrong guy
Sept. 27, 2025

Talk Stories #108 Danyelle Cedar - Falling for the wrong guy

In this powerful episode, Danyelle Cedar opens up about her journey of love, heartbreak, and healing. She shares her story of falling for the wrong man—a narcissistic addict—and the life-changing lessons she learned along the...
Talk Stories #107 Lisette Austin - Finding Out Where You Come From
Sept. 20, 2025

Talk Stories #107 Lisette Austin - Finding Out Where You Come From

✨ Lisette Austin always knew she was adopted, and for most of her life she felt happy and secure. In her twenties, a health concern sparked the search for her birth mother. Decades later, she began the quest to find her fathe...
Talk Stories #106 Mark Hale - Moving Abroad
Sept. 14, 2025

Talk Stories #106 Mark Hale - Moving Abroad

After years in the classroom, retired teachers Mark and Donna Hale traded textbooks for passports — and began a new life of adventure abroad. Their travels took them across the globe, but it was Spain’s warmth, culture, and a...
Talks Stories #105 Rita Galando - Living with mentally ill partner
Sept. 7, 2025

Talks Stories #105 Rita Galando - Living with mentally ill partner

"It happened so fast — one day, we were a regular family. The next, I was fighting to keep us from falling apart." In this deeply personal episode, Rita Galando shares the harrowing journey of watching her husband spiral into...
Talk Stories #104 ARLENE WASHBURN the Match Maker
Aug. 31, 2025

Talk Stories #104 ARLENE WASHBURN the Match Maker

After two decades in the fast-paced world of pharmaceuticals, Arlene Washburn realized her career left little room for love or a private life. One evening, a television program sparked a transformation that would change her p...
Talk Stories #103 KIMBERLYN SCOTT "A Mother’s Story of Love and Survival"
Aug. 24, 2025

Talk Stories #103 KIMBERLYN SCOTT "A Mother’s Story of Love and Survival"

One night, Kimberlyn Scott’s world was shattered — her daughter vanished without a trace. First came the discovery of her beloved dog, found wandering miles from home. Then, the burned-out remains of her car appeared on a lon...
Talk Stories #102 Mark Alyn – Host, Producer & Food Enthusiast
Aug. 15, 2025

Talk Stories #102 Mark Alyn – Host, Producer & Food Enthusiast

Mark Alyn brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the microphone. As a seasoned freelance host and producer, he has worked across a wide range of shows, bringing engaging conversations and compelling storytelling to e...
Talk Stories #101 “A Life-Changing Diagnosis: Rod Long’s Story”
Aug. 15, 2025

Talk Stories #101 “A Life-Changing Diagnosis: Rod Long’s Story”

Rod Long wasn’t the type to visit the doctor—he always put it off, thinking he was fine. But one unusual day, a decision to finally get checked turned his world upside down. The diagnosis? Pancreatic cancer. In this episode, ...