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Fractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 45: Choosing Healing Over Court Battles Part 3Send us a textđď¸ Episode SummaryIn part three of Paul Hendricksâ gripping journey, we explore the devastating emotional and psychological consequences of parental alienation on both the targeted parent and the children. Paul details the unraveling of reunification efforts due to an unqualified therapist, his emotional and physical relocation to heal, and his eventual return to California in hopes of reconnection. He shares the systemic failure of the court system, the role of mental health professionals, the abusive household his children remained in, and the generational trauma at play. Paul reflects on his own...2025-07-3144 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 44: Hijacked by Her Aunt: Fighting to Be a Mother AgainSend us a textđď¸ Episode SummaryIn this deeply emotional and complex episode, Megan from Wisconsin shares her heart-wrenching journey of being alienated from her only daughter. What began as a successful co-parenting relationship dissolved after the departure of her daughterâs stepmother. Over time, Meganâs daughter was drawn into her fatherâs side of the family, particularly under the influence of her ex-sister-in-law. The situation escalated when Meganâs daughter began identifying as transgender, changed names multiple times, and eventually requested to live full-time with her aunt, who later filed for guardianship. Megan recounts the...2025-07-2841 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 43: When Reunification Becomes Retraumatization - Part 2Send us a textđď¸ Podcast Summary:In this gripping continuation of Paul Hendricksâ journey, we explore the unraveling of a broken reunification process. Paul recounts seven painful years battling a system that consistently failed him and his children. Despite court orders for reunification therapy, three different therapists, and the appointment of multiple judges and lawyers, his efforts to reconnect with his children were sabotaged by manipulation, false allegations, and a judicial system unwilling to intervene meaningfully. This episode reveals the psychological damage inflicted on alienated children, the misuse of therapeutic power, and the sheer emotional and fin...2025-07-2454 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 42: Youâll Never See Them Again: Fighting Across ContinentsSend us a textđď¸ Podcast SummaryIn this deeply emotional and eye-opening episode of Fractured Families, Charity speaks with James, a devoted father of three, who has endured a harrowing two-year battle after his ex-wife abducted their children and took them to Ireland. Despite having 50/50 custody and no history of abuse, James was blindsided when communication stopped and he received a message: âMe and the kids are in Ireland. F*** you. Youâll never talk to them again.âThrough legal mazes in two countries, false allegations, and weaponized systems, James has faced unima...2025-07-2138 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 41: From Stay-at-Home Dad to Alienated Parent - Part 1 of 4Send us a textđ Podcast SummaryIn this powerful episode of Fractured Family, Charity sits down with Paul Hendricks, a Napa County father who has been alienated from his two sons for over seven years. Paul candidly shares his emotional journey, from being a hands-on stay-at-home dad to becoming a target of multiple false abuse allegations after filing for divorce in 2015. He walks us through the early cracks in his marriage, the courtroom chaos, and the tactics used against him, including the âsilver bulletâ method. This is part one of Paulâs story, a grippin...2025-07-1737 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 40: When the Courts Fail Our Children: A Motherâs Devastating LossSend us a textđď¸ Podcast SummaryIn this heartbreaking episode, Charity speaks with Tracy Armes Diffley, a courageous mother who shares her devastating journey through family court, litigation abuse, and the loss of her children through a targeted campaign of parental alienation. Tracy details how her ex-husband, an attorney with a history of violence, weaponized the legal system, made false CPS allegations, and manipulated their children to sever the maternal bond. Despite extensive documentation of abuse, educational neglect, and judicial failures, Tracy has had no contact with her youngest child in four years and struggles to ma...2025-07-1443 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 39: Unfounded but Unforgiven. A Journey Through Legal AbuseSend us a textđď¸ SummaryGreg Foreman shares his harrowing five-year journey through the family court system after being alienated from his two daughters. Following a divorce in 2019, Greg faced a barrage of false allegations, from physical abuse to sexual misconduct, used strategically by his ex-wife to block visitation and delay legal proceedings. Despite every allegation being proven unfounded, the system allowed her to file repeated temporary restraining orders (TROs) and DHS claims, effectively severing his relationship with his children. Greg discusses the emotional, financial, and psychological toll this took on him, how reuni...2025-07-1039 min
An Unexpected LifeThe Long Game; Fertility Preservation and Cancer (Guests Megan Scherer & Kara Bendle)When a child, teenager or young adult is diagnosed with cancer, the overwhelming response is to jump into treatment as soon as possible to blast it out of the body. But before diving into treatment, itâs equally important to take a moment, step back and consider the long game; the quality of that young personâs life once the cancer is gone. In this episode of An Unexpected Life, Marianne Banister dives into the world of Fertility Preservation with two experts who are helping young cancer survivors create families. Thanks to huge advances in medicine, even newbo...2025-07-1026 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 38: Autism, Alienation, and the Abuse No One SeesSend us a textđď¸ Podcast SummaryIn this deeply emotional episode, Shayla Lemmons shares her harrowing journey of being alienated from her two sons, especially her youngest, who has autism and complex medical needs. After years of being the primary parent, Shayla agreed to let her youngest live with his father due to promises of better medical care. What followed was a systematic erasure of her parental rights, blocked communication, false allegations, and heartbreaking manipulation. Despite court orders and legal efforts, Shayla is now more alienated than ever. Yet she continues to fight for h...2025-07-0735 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 37: Fighting Alone: How to Survive Family Court Without a LawyerSend us a textđď¸ Episode Summary:In this powerful episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, host Charity speaks with attorney and advocate Lawrence DiMarco about the challenges alienated parents face in family court. DiMarco shares his personal journey through a high-conflict custody battle that ignited his mission to support self-represented parents. Together, they explore the broken adversarial nature of family law, the importance of legal literacy, and the limitations of judges and guardian ad litems (GALs) when handling cases involving parental alienation. Lawrence discusses the mission of his Law Center, a resource hub for p...2025-07-0338 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 36: A Stepmomâs Story of Strength and SteadinessSend us a textđď¸ Episode Summary:In this emotionally powerful episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, Lauren McDonald shares her perspective as a stepmother navigating the painful reality of parental alienation. Her husband was suddenly cut off from his son following a business trip, leading to years of legal battles, false allegations, and heartbreaking manipulation of a young child. Lauren reflects on the psychological toll this journey has taken, not just on her husband and his son, but on their entire family unit. Despite ongoing challenges, she emphasizes the importance of consistency, integrity, compa...2025-06-3037 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 35: Reunification Therapy or Reunification Trauma?Send us a textđ Summary:In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, host Charity welcomes returning guest Massimo Covello, a Canadian father who opens up about his long and costly battle to reunify with his children after years of parental alienation. Massimo shares the stark contrast between two reunification therapistsâone who acted swiftly and ethically to restore his relationship with his children, and another who prolonged the process, empowered the alienating parent, and disregarded key documentation and red flags.The episode explores the systemic failures in the reunification process, the e...2025-06-2640 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 34: The Heartbreak of Signing Away a ChildSend us a textđď¸ SummaryIn this moving episode of the Fractured Family Podcast, Charity speaks with David and Alex, a married couple from Arkansas, about Davidâs heartbreaking alienation from his son, who he has never met. David describes how, despite a difficult relationship with his childâs mother, he tried to co-parent peacefully. However, after being served with a protective order he never saw and subjected to threats, false accusations, and an aggressive family history, he ultimately signed away his parental rights under duress. The couple discuss the pain, the legal systemâs...2025-06-2335 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 33: Stolen Time: A Fatherâs Fight for Truth and ReunificationSend us a textSummary: In this emotional episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, Adam Murphy shares his harrowing experience of parental alienation, false accusations, and the devastating impact it has had on his relationship with his children. Adam recounts how, after filing for divorce in 2017, his ex-wife manipulated the system to keep him away from his two youngest children. He details false allegations of rape, child abuse, and financial exploitation. Despite the intense struggle, including supervised visits, CPS involvement, and ongoing legal battles, Adam remains determined to stay connected to his children and...2025-06-1938 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 32: Fighting for Custody and Losing the BattleSend us a textđď¸ Podcast Summary:In this heartfelt episode of the Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity sits down with Ryan Fountain, an alienated father from Illinois who has been entangled in an eight-year legal battle over custody and visitation rights. Ryan shares his journey of alienation, court manipulation, and the heartbreaking toll it has taken on his relationship with his daughters, particularly as his ex-partner has increasingly manipulated the children to reject him. Despite repeated orders of protection and mounting legal challenges, Ryan remains steadfast in his fight to maintain a relationship with...2025-06-1631 min
Hear Me RoarEpisode 6 - Triumph Over Adversity with Gillian CastleSend us a textIn this inspiring conversation, Gill Castle shares her remarkable journey from a traumatic childbirth experience to becoming the first person to swim the English Channel solo with a stoma. She discusses the challenges she faced, her mental health struggles, and how she turned her experiences into a positive force by founding the charity Chameleon Buddies, which supports women affected by childbirth injuries. Gill's story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of community support, as she continues to advocate for awareness and change in the realm of childbirth trauma.Gill...2025-06-1639 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 31: From Father to Felon: The Making of a Wrongful Conviction - Part 1Send us a textđ§ Podcast Summary:In this heart-wrenching episode of Fractured Families, host Charity sits down with Todd, a father serving a 25-year sentence after being wrongfully convicted of sexual abuse during a high-conflict custody battle. What began as a simple request for extended summer visitation turned into a nightmare of false allegations, legal bias, and systemic failure. Todd shares how his ex-wife, a former sheriff's deputy, used her connections to manipulate the investigation, weaponized the children, and ultimately orchestrated a narrative that led to his conviction, despite evidence, supportive testimony, and an...2025-06-1218 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 30: 400,000 Reasons to Keep Fighting for My KidsSend us a textđ Episode SummaryIn this deeply moving episode of Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity speaks with Scott Mulford, an Australian father who has spent over $400,000 fighting a brutal custody battle. After an amicable separation, his world shattered when false allegations, leveraged by his ex-partner and her sister in law, a police officer, led to court orders that stripped him of access to his daughters. Scott shares the progression of events that turned a peaceful co-parenting agreement into an all-out legal war, his experience with Australia's broken family court system, and the...2025-06-0940 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 29: From Birthday Wishes to Courtroom BattlesSend us a textđ Podcast SummaryIn this powerful episode of Fractured Family, host Charity interviews Sean McClintock, an Arizona father who hasnât seen his daughter in over a year and a half, on her ninth birthday. Sean details a harrowing eight-year battle through family court, beginning with a fast-moving relationship marked by red flags and culminating in a custody war fraught with manipulation, false accusations, and systemic failures. From false domestic violence charges to being arrested over a fourth text message, Sean shares the emotional, legal, and financial toll of fighting for h...2025-06-0539 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 28: Twilight Zone Fatherhood: A Dad's Fight for Truth and TimeSend us a textđ§ Podcast SummaryIn this emotionally raw and courageous episode, Charity sits down with Jeff DiDomenico, an Arizona father of four, to unpack the devastating reality of being alienated from his children. Jeff shares how a toxic marriage, false allegations, and a system stacked against fathers have severed his bond with his kids. He talks candidly about the emotional abuse he endured, the weaponization of the courts, and how simple acts of love, like giving a gift or praying, were twisted into tools of accusation. Despite financial ruin, legal hurdles, and...2025-06-0242 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 27: Fighting for a Son Who's Slipping AwaySend us a textđ§ Podcast SummaryIn this deeply emotional episode of Fractured Families, host Charity sits down with Darren Feller, a father whose once joyful bond with his son has been slowly dismantled by years of high-conflict custody battles, court orders, and emotional obstruction. Darren shares his journey from being a devoted, hands-on dad to a sidelined parent whose calls go unanswered and whose voice is silenced by a parenting coordinator and biased court rulings. With over $183,000 in legal fees and counting, Darren opens up about the financial, emotional, and psychological toll of...2025-05-2937 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 26: One Momâs Journey: First my Son and Now My DaughterSend us a textđ Podcast Summary In this deeply moving episode of Fractured Families, host Charity welcomes Dana Luther, a mother who has spent nearly a decade navigating the harrowing terrain of parental alienation. Dana opens up about her long and painful custody battle, the social isolation she faced in a small town where her ex-husband held influence, and the emotional toll of seeing her children turn against her. With raw honesty, Dana describes how manipulation, smear campaigns, and even extended family betrayal contributed to her fractured relationship with her sonâand now threat...2025-05-2639 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 25: The Price of Fatherhood: Brandonâs Story of Alienation & SurvivalSend us a textSummaryIn this deeply emotional episode, Brandon, a father from Colorado, shares the heartbreaking story of his alienation from his two special needs sons. After enduring emotional and financial abuse in his marriage, Brandon left the relationship to protect his mental health, only to find himself cast as the villain in a legal system that often presumes guilt over innocence. Brandon walks us through the compounding injustices heâs faced, from losing his home equity and being hit with false accusations, to facing unaffordable child support and being shut out...2025-05-2233 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP: Fighting Parental Alienation - Dr. Lynn Steinberg Speaks OutSend us a textđ§ Podcast SummaryIn this powerful episode of Fractured Families, Dr. Lynn Steinberg, renowned expert witness, reunification specialist, and author of Youâre Not Crazy, opens up about the professional and personal toll of parental alienation. As both an expert in the courtroom and a mother alienated from her daughters for over 15 years, Dr. Steinberg brings raw truth, hard science, and compassionate guidance to the conversation. She shares practical strategies for alienated parents navigating family court, exposes systemic failures, and outlines how narcissistic abuse disguises itself in custody battles. With decad...2025-05-1955 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 24: Unmasking Family Court Corruption: The Fight for Your ChildSend us a textSummary:In this powerful episode of the Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity speaks with Dr. Sandra Speer, PhD, an abuse corruption analyst and international advocate for survivors of domestic violence and family court failures. With over 40 years of experience and a deeply personal journey through childhood abuse, parental alienation, and unjust custody battles, Dr. Speer unpacks the systemic corruption in Child Protective Services (CPS) and family court systems across the globe.Dr. Speer shares how victims are often punished for speaking the truth, how attorneys and minorsâ co...2025-05-1537 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 23: The McKinley Project: A Fathers Story of Legal AlienationSend us a textđď¸ SummaryJohn Thaler, a lawyer and alienated father, shares his gripping and painful story of child abduction and systemic corruption on the Fractured Family Podcast. After marrying a woman involved in a criminal money laundering family, John's life took a devastating turn. Following the birth of their son McKinley, his wife abducted the child multiple times, weaponizing the legal system through forged court orders, false abuse allegations, and swatting attempts. Despite his legal knowledge, John has been unable to see his son since 2020 due to widespread judicial and law enfor...2025-05-0849 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 22: She Was My World,Now She's Gone!Send us a textđ SummaryRobert is a targeted father who shares his deeply personal and heartbreaking journey through parental alienation. He speaks about how his daughter was turned against him after a divorce and the manipulative tactics used by his ex-wife and the court system. Despite no evidence of abuse, Robert lost meaningful contact with his daughter, who was once close to him. He highlights systemic issues in the family court system, the emotional toll on alienated parents, and how alienated children are psychologically manipulated. Robert also reflects on healing, faith, and hol...2025-05-0133 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 21: Seventeen Years of Love: A Motherâs Message to Her Alienated TwinsSend us a textEpisode SummaryIn this emotional episode of Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity welcomes Andrea Hensley, a mother who has been alienated from her twin boys. Andrea shares her painful journey, from past legal troubles and an abusive relationship to her ongoing fight to reconnect with her sons. She provides an update on her recent court visit, reflects on the challenges of parental alienation, and discusses the resilience and hope that keep her moving forward.Key Talking PointsAndreaâs Background & Struggles â Her earl...2025-04-2431 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 20: Abandoned Twice: Losing My Children and My Familyâs SupportSend us a textSummary:In this episode, we delve into the deeply painful experience of parental alienation through the story of Michael, a father who has been unjustly separated from his children. Michael shares his firsthand account of how his relationship with his children was manipulated and eroded by an alienating parent. We explore the psychological and emotional toll on both the alienated parent and the children, uncovering the long-term consequences of these harmful behaviors. Through his story, we shed light on the legal, emotional, and relational challenges faced by alienated parents...2025-04-1736 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 19: A Stepmomâs Heartbreaking Journey Through AlienationSend us a textSummary:In this deeply moving episode of The Fractured Family Podcast, Charity sits down with Nicole, a devoted stepmother from Illinois. For eight years, Nicole has stood by her husband as they navigate the harrowing experience of being alienated from his daughter. Nicole shares raw and candid insights into how subtle signs of alienation grew into a heartbreaking rift, the role of the legal system and guardians ad litem, and the devastating impact this has had on their family. She offers hope, hard-earned wisdom, and a reminder that no...2025-04-1037 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 18: 13 Years of Fighting: A Father's Journey Through AlienationSend us a textSummary:In this powerful episode of the Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity sits down with Michael, an alienated father of two boys. Michael opens up about his harrowing 13-year battle through the family court system and the manipulative tactics used by his ex-wife to sever his relationship with his children. From emotional and financial abuse to false accusations and court-imposed barriers, Michael candidly shares the highs and lows of his journey. Despite the trauma, Michael fought to stay connected to his sons, fostering resilience, empathy, and healing for himself...2025-04-0342 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 17: Holding Onto Hope in the Face of AlienationSend us a text SummaryIn this heart-wrenching and courageous episode of Fractured Family, Charity welcomes Luis Trejo Villanueva, a devoted father from Chile, originally from Venezuela. Luis shares his deeply personal journey of love, loss, and resilience as he fights to maintain a relationship with his son, Mateo, in the face of parental alienation and an uphill legal battle. Through emotional recounting, Luis offers a raw look at the emotional toll, false allegations, and legal challenges alienated parents face. Yet, his story is also one of hope, faith, and unwavering commitment to h...2025-03-2748 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 16: A Story of Love, Loss, and Legal StrugglesSend us a textđ SummaryIn this emotionally charged episode of Fractured Family Podcast, Chris Markraff shares his raw and personal journey through parental alienation and the family court system. After a ten-year relationship with the mother of his children, Chris finds himself separated from his daughters, now ages six and three, for over two years. Despite signing recognition of parentage documents, Chris has faced constant legal hurdles, wrongful criminal charges, and prolonged separation due to the actions of his ex-partner and a family court system he describes as âdepravedâ and biased. His story e...2025-03-2038 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 15: From Love to Loss: The Journey of an Alienated MotherSend us a textSummary:This episode of Fractured Family Podcast features Jayme Goldenbeld, a mother who has been alienated from her two children after a high-conflict divorce. She shares her painful journey of losing contact with her children due to manipulation, false narratives, and legal struggles. Jayme discusses the emotional toll of parental alienation, the tactics used by her ex-husband to sever her relationship with their kids, and the systemic failures that have prolonged her ordeal. She also emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-advocacy, and seeking support for both parents and...2025-03-1339 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 14: Lives Ruined: A Father's Fight Against False AllegationsSend us a textEpisode Summary:In this deeply emotional episode of Fractured Families Podcast, host Charity speaks with Rob Buswell, a father from Ireland who endured years of wrongful abuse allegations and the devastating loss of his relationship with his daughters. Rob shares his journey through fear, isolation, and the slow unraveling of truth, as well as his ongoing struggle to hold onto hope. This powerful conversation sheds light on the traumatic effects of false allegations, parental alienation, and the flaws in the family court system that enable such injustices.2025-03-0639 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 13: Hope After Alienation: Can Lost Relationships Be Restored?Send us a textSummary:In this deeply emotional episode of the Fractured Families podcast, host Charity speaks with Bobby Martinez, a devoted father who has spent over $30,000 in legal battles to maintain a relationship with his son. Despite his dedication, Bobby has faced an uphill struggle against a system that has failed him and his child. He shares his journey from the early years of co-parenting to the heartbreaking reality of being completely cut off. His story sheds light on the devastating effects of parental alienation, the legal systemâs shortcomings, and th...2025-02-2742 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 12: Erased: A Mother's Fight Against Coercion and AlienationSend us a textSummary:In this heart-wrenching episode of Fractured Families, Jen Holmes, a mother whose life was shattered by coercive control and parental alienation. Jen shares her 20-year marriage story, marked by her ex-husbandâs manipulation, addiction, and psychological abuse. Over time, he orchestrated a plan to turn their son against her, leaving her isolated and falsely accused. Despite being criminalized for trying to maintain a relationship with her child, Jen continues to fight for justice and awareness. This episode exposes the dark realities of alienation, the deep wounds it inflicts on...2025-02-2041 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 11: One Child Who Wonât Return: A Parentâs Worst NightmareSend us a textEpisode Summary:In this episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, we sit down with John Kugel,a father who has been alienated from one of his three children while fighting to maintain his relationship with the other two. John shares his harrowing journey through a legal system that often fails to recognize the psychological abuse of parental alienation. From false accusations to court-mandated therapy, monitored exchanges at police stations, and relentless legal battles, Johnâs story exposes the emotional and financial toll of alienation. Despite the challenges, he continues to...2025-02-1339 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 10: From Pawn to Power: Reclaiming Family After AlienationSend us a textEpisode SummaryIn this episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, Charity speaks with Jessica Lee, a survivor of parental alienation from multiple perspectivesâas an alienated child, an alienated parent, and an alienated stepparent. Jessica shares her deeply personal journey, from being separated from her mother as a child, to later experiencing the same devastating reality when her father alienated her from her own daughter. She also discusses her husband's struggles with parental alienation and how they fought for years to rebuild relationships. Jessicaâs story highlights the long-term emot...2025-02-0633 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 09: Stolen by My Own Mother: A Custody NightmareSend us a textSummary:Lindsey Alexander shares her harrowing story of being alienated from her daughter, not by an ex-spouse, but by her own mother. She describes a childhood of emotional abuse, followed by a difficult custody battle after her mother falsely accused her of drug abuse and used the legal system against her. Lindsey recounts how her mother manipulated the court system, filed false allegations, and ultimately took custody of her daughter through unethical means.She also discusses the tragic loss of her husband, Todd, under questionable circumstances, followed...2025-01-3143 min
Building Abundant Success!!Š with Sabrina-MarieDani Johnson ~ Forbes, ABC-TV, CNN ~ Life Lessons in Personally Transforming to Solid Success!!Forbes, Oprah ABC-TV's "Secret Millionaire" From Homeless To Millions!Everyone has a unique life story to share â but initially, Dani Johnsonâs looked to be made up of hardships and challenge. Growing up on welfare, she was pregnant at just 17 and homeless at 21. Life seemed like a closed book. But that was hardly the end of Daniâs story. Instead of accepting what life had scripted for her, Dani rewrote her own playbook, chapter by chapter â and by 23 she was a millionaire. In the years since, the tale has just gotten better: Today, Dani Johnson owns five companies...2025-01-3028 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 08: A Veteranâs Battle for Justice in Family CourtSend us a textSummaryIn this powerful and emotional episode, we hear from Chris Vega, a tenacious Iraq and Afghanistan war veteran, ex-professional bull rider, and founder of Warriors and Rodeo. Chris shares his heart-wrenching journey of being an alienated father, navigating a maze of false accusations, legal battles, and emotional challenges while fighting for his daughter. Through resilience, advocacy, and the support of his loved ones, Chris reveals the depths of his struggle and the unwavering determination to remain present in his daughterâs life.Key Findings...2025-01-2444 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 07: Lance Reyes A Fatherâs Fight in a Broken SystemSend us a textSummary:In this powerful episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, Lance Reyes shares his harrowing journey through the family court system, fighting for custody and connection with his son, Cayson. Lance details the emotional and financial toll of navigating allegations, supervised visits, and systemic corruption. His story sheds light on the injustices parents face, including "silver bullet" legal tactics, prohibitive costs, and unaddressed psychological abuse. Despite countless challenges, Lance's resilience and determination aim to raise awareness about these issues and inspire change in a broken system.2025-01-1734 minFractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental AlienationFFP 06: Lauren Carr: Surviving Parental Alienation and Reclaiming HopeSend us a textđ Episode Summary:In this emotional episode of the Fractured Families Podcast, Lauren Carr, a devoted mother, shares her heartbreaking journey through parental alienation. Following a contentious divorce, Lauren faced manipulative tactics, systemic failures, and the devastating loss of contact with her children. Her story reveals the emotional toll of being alienated from her children and highlights the resilience it takes to rebuild a life after such profound loss.Through strength and determination, Lauren has found ways to cope and prepare for the day she can reconnect with her chi...2025-01-1539 min
Encouragement Notes Podcastfirst day back at danceThe fantastical DANCETRAVAGANZA is coming!
Dancetrava-whata ?
Why, it is only the most wonderful way to start the new year! This is our charity New Year celebration dance recital extravaganza!
(You see what we did there?) Because seeing your amazing kids get up and perform on a real stage and coming together for charity is the greatest combination we can think of since someone got peanut butter in my chocolate...
The awesomeness will commence Sunday January 26th from 11:00am - 6:00pm
at the Huerta Middle School auditorium.
420 S Mariposa St, Burbank, CA 91506
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Hot Pink - Der Klatsch und Glamour PodcastDer groĂe KäseraubHostsBritt-Marie Robrecht (@dunderklumpen80)Nils Geisemeyer (@ngeisemeyer)Gastmoderator und MitbegrĂźnder des Podcasts:Kai Preston (KaiPreston.de) **Weitere Podcasts von Britt-Marie, Nils und Kai:Britt-Maries & Nils Spin-off-Podcast "Hot Pink schaut..." (Hot Pink schaut "Let's Dance")Britt-Maries & Nils Spin-off-Podcast "Hot Pink schaut..." (Hot Pink schaut "Drag Race Germany")Britt-Maries Podcasts: "Frankfurter Kranz (FraKra), "By a Lady" (Jane Austen-Podcast), "Trekgasm" (Star Trek-Podcast), "Ein Heim fĂźr Serien" (Serienheim)Nils Podcast: "Futur II" (Doppelsichtung)Kais Podcast: "Thekenschnack" (Thekenschnack)Shownotes  (Bei den aufgefĂźhrten Links zu Amazon handelt es sich um Affiliate Links. Wenn ihr Ăźber diese etwas kauft unterstĂźtzt ihr den...2024-11-041h 12
Franciscan Moment PodcastFranciscan Moment: La Cruz de Nuestro SeĂąor JesĂşs Cristo por Hermana Carmen Marie DiazFranciscan Sister of Christian Charity Sister Carmen Marie Diaz reflects on La Cruz de Neustro SeĂąor JesĂşs Cristo.2024-09-1303 min
Slam the GavelIMPRISONED: A Father's Fight Against False Allegations and Parental Alienation: With Charity Marie And Todd Frandsen  Slam the Gavel welcomes Charity Marie and Todd Frandsen to the podcast. Todd Frandsen is an innocent father that has been alienated from his son after filing a modification to their visitation. Soon after, false allegations of physical abuse turned into more sinister claims of abuse. They found Todd guilty with NO EVIDENCE of crime and was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. Todd was able to get a reduced sentence to 20 years due to no criminal past and his age. Todd is serving time in an Arizona Private prison.To Reach Charity Marie: info@parenalienationisreal.ne...2024-09-1137 minFranciscan Moment PodcastFranciscan Moment: Sister Marie-Kolbe Zamora on Synod/Synodality Aired in AfricaFranciscan Sister of Christian Charity Sr. Marie-Kolbe Zamora shares an interview she recently gave to Vatican Radio on the Synod / Synodality. It will be aired (in segments) in English-speaking Africa for a few weeks. 2024-04-2706 min
Daughters of ChangeDocumenting Ireland's Oldest Housing CharityIn this episode, I talk with our Daughters of Change podcast producer and audio engineer, Sarah Stacey, about her recently completed radio documentary entitled -The Iveagh Trust: How Ireland's Richest Man Housed Dublin's Poor.This story about Ireland's oldest housing charity is close to Sarahâs heart, as her own family has been tenants of The Iveagh Trust for four generations and counting. Sarah is a freelance audio producer and engineer with extensive experience across live radio, documentaries, podcasts, and promotional audio content. She was born in Dublin, Ireland, and moved to Wexford with her fam...2024-01-1953 min
Hospice ExplainedIf you have thought about giving to other families consider the Charity: Give a MileThis is just a quick episode to remember that not everyone lives close to thier Loved ones and if you are considering a donation the end of this year, please consider Give a Mile. Episode 50 of Hospice Explained: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hospice-explained-podcast/id1558665301?i=1000599290581 Website: https://giveamile.org/  www.hospiceexplained.com  Speaking Their Name: Keys to Supporting the Bereaved with Alison Potter from Give a Mile  End-of-life, death, bereavement, and grief are undeniably sensitive topics, but they are...2023-11-1601 min
In the Company of CharityTeachings of Our FoundersAs we prepare to celebrate the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul, Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, sits down with our very own Sister Marie Poole, DC. As the translator of many volumes of their writings, conferences, and letters, Sister Marie is an expert in St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. Sister Marie tells us how she got started translating these important documents and how some of the lessons our founders shared in the 17th century can still be applied today.2023-09-2645 min
In the Company of CharityS6 E1: Teachings of Our Founders As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul, Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, sits down with our very own Sister Marie Poole, DC. As the translator of many volumes of their writings, conferences, and letters, Sister Marie is an expert in St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. Sister Marie tells us how she got started translating these important documents and how some of the lessons our founders shared in the 17th century can still be applied today. 2023-09-2645 minHot Pink - Der Klatsch und Glamour PodcastBHs Galore!HostsBritt-Marie Robrecht (@dunderklumpen80)Nils Geisemeyer (@ngeisemeyer)Mitbegrßnder des Podcasts:Kai Preston (KaiPreston.de) Weitere Podcasts von Britt-Marie, Nils und Kai:Britt-Maries & Nils Spin-off-Podcast "Hot Pink schaut..." (Hot Pink schaut Drag Race Germany)Britt-Maries Podcasts: "Frankfurter Kranz (FraKra), "By a Lady" (Jane Austen-Podcast), "Trekgasm" (Star Trek-Podcast), "Ein Heim fßr Serien" (Serienheim)Nils Podcast: "Futur II" (Doppelsichtung)Kais Podcast: "Thekenschnack" (Thekenschnack)Shownotes  (Bei den aufgefßhrten Links zu Amazon handelt es sich um Affiliate Links. Wenn ihr ßber diese etwas kauft unterstßtzt ihr den Podcast ohne eigene Mehrkosten!) Ashton und Mila haben Un...2023-09-181h 19Hot Pink - Der Klatsch und Glamour PodcastHAPPY BIRTHDAY zur 100. Folge!HostsBritt-Marie Robrecht (@dunderklumpen80)Nils Geisemeyer (@ngeisemeyer)Mitbegrßnder des Podcasts:Kai Preston (KaiPreston.de) Weitere Podcasts von Britt-Marie, Nils und Kai:Britt-Maries Podcasts: "Frankfurter Kranz (FraKra), "By a Lady" (Jane Austen-Podcast), "Trekgasm" (Star Trek-Podcast), "Ein Heim fßr Serien" (Serienheim)Nils Podcast: "Futur II" (Doppelsichtung)Kais Podcast: "Thekenschnack" (Thekenschnack)Shownotes  (Bei den aufgefßhrten Links zu Amazon handelt es sich um Affiliate Links. Wenn ihr ßber diese etwas kauft unterstßtzt ihr den Podcast ohne eigene Mehrkosten!) Ray Stevensons "Ahsoka"-Selfie (Twitter)Toto Cutugno mit "Insieme: 1992" beim ESC 1990 (Video) (Youtube)Kevin Harts Wettrennen mit Stevan Ridley (Video...2023-09-042h 06
Up and Comers of HollywoodEP 8: Conversation with UP and Comer Kathy Kolla, Award Winning Director, Screenwriter and ActorKathy Kolla is an award-winning director, actress ,screenwriter, Owner/Director of Cola Kat Productions based in Los Angeles. She has had roles on television series including Exit Strategy (2006), City on Fire (2003) and Girlfriends (2006). Plastic Daydream (2018) starring Shari Belafonte, which Kolla co-wrote and directed, as well as a PSA featuring singer Johnny Mathis for the Nat King Cole Generation Hope charity are just a few of her many projects. Kathy believes in supporting other women and an advocate for many social issues including ageism.PLASTIC DAYDREAM MOVIE starring Shari BelafonteKathy received a Best Director Awardh...2023-08-0728 minFranciscan Moment PodcastFranciscan Moment: Becoming a Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity NoviceOn this Franciscan Moment Podcast Sister Elena Gonzales interviews Sister Michelle Marie Ozuna on her recent becoming a Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity Novice. 2023-06-2000 min
Coaching OutdoorsCoaching Outdoors Episode 46 - Chris Spray and Alex Staniforth, Mind Over MountainâIâve always used the outdoors as my toolkit. Itâs what I call my Natural Health Service and I believe everyone should have access to it.â â Alex Staniforth Alex Staniforth and Chris Spray are the masterminds behind Mind Over Mountains, a charity whose tagline âRestoring mental health, naturallyâ conveys their collective passion and vision. The stark realisation by Alex that it took longer to access NHS mental health services than it did to cycle and run 5,000 miles (8000km) around the highest county tops of the United Kingdom (72 days) fuelled his desire to help others access the outdoors to man...2023-04-1750 min
FORCE Cancer Charity PodcastBe kind to yourself this ChristmasWe often hear how this time of year can be a very difficult time for someone affected by cancer. It can intensify already challenging thoughts, feelings and situations which naturally come up while living with a diagnosis of cancer and its treatments.FORCE Support Services Manager Alex Moseley and Oncology Support Specialist Emma Ellis talk openly about the ways they find to cope with stressful situations.That might be finding the courage to say no or identifying a quiet space where you can take some time for yourself.Maybe i...2022-12-2135 min
The Sustainable Business PodcastBetween financial markets and the real economy â towards a common understanding of an adequate ESG frameworkristina Jeromin is Prof. Dr. Laura Marie Edinger-Schonsâ guest in this episode of âThe Sustainable Business Podcastâ. Since 2018, Kristina Jeromin is Managing Director of the Green and Sustainable Finance Cluster Germany, acted as Vice Chair of Sustainable Finance Advisory Board of the German Federal Government from 2019 to 2021 and continues to be a member. During her prior work at Deutsche BĂśrse Group in sustainability communication and as Head of Group Sustainability, she experienced the transition from sustainability approaches rather focused on charity to an increasing ESG materiality focus in the financial sector. Kristina Jermonin emphasizes the importance of a close d...2022-11-0422 min
Squared Circle PodcastWWE NXT Halloween Havoc Review 10.22.22Yesterday was WWEâs Premium Live Event called NXT Halloween Havoc. Halloween Havoc was a World Championship Wrestling pay-per-view. Ever since WWE brought them out, the PPV has been used as a theme during the October spooky season fun.
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NXT North American Championship Ladder Match: Wes Lee defeated Carmelo Hayes, Nathan Frazer, Oro Mensah and Von Wagner
Casket Match: Apollo Crews defeated Grayson Waller
Weapons Wild Match: Roxanne Perez defeated Cora Jade by pinfall.
Ambulance Match: Julius Creed defeated Damon Kemp
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CharityChatE216 - Where have all the young men gone? With Daniel Quinn and Tomek PozniakDo you work in a charity alongside a lot of young men? If the answer is yes, you might in the minority. A lot of our friends at Charity Chat have told us that they donât come across many young guys in the sector and would love to try and understand why this is. In this episode, we sat down with Daniel Quinn at Marie Curie and Tomek Pozniak at Movember to get their opinions on the topic.2022-10-2318 minIn the Company of CharityS5 E1: Planting Seeds of Hope Welcome to season FIVE! And Happy Feast of St. Vincent de Paul! We're celebrating these special occasions with Sister Anne Marie Lamoureux, DC. Sister Anne Marie is the visionary behind Seeds of Hope, a program at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland that brings those who may be struggling some comfort, physically, spiritually, and mentally. Sister Anne Marie talks about the program as well as what brought her to this point. 2022-09-2735 min
In the Company of CharityPlanting Seeds of HopeWelcome to season FIVE! And Happy Feast of St. Vincent de Paul! We're celebrating these special occasions with Sister Anne Marie Lamoureux, DC. Sister Anne Marie is the visionary behind Seeds of Hope, a program at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland that brings those who may be struggling some comfort, physically, spiritually, and mentally. Sister Anne Marie talks about the program as well as what brought her to this point.2022-09-2735 min
Charity Digital PodcastMaking your charity inclusive onlineOne in five people in the UK are living with a disability, according to disability charity Scope. Yet, despite this number, organisations still fail to cater to people with disabilities online. Confusing layouts, small fonts, and poor colour contrasts all contribute to inaccessible online experiences.Â
For charities, making sure their content and design is inclusive and accessible is more important than most. With such a wide range of audiences, with varying needs, improving accessibility ensures they can include as many people as possible in their cause. Â
This is a matter that has been a focal point fo...2022-09-1335 min
That Great Manc PodThe #OurTrafford Sessions.. Ann Marie from Age UK TraffordThanks to our friends at Trafford Partnership we're building on the MancSpirit #OurTrafford Festival (held back in 2020) to chat with people and organisations doing amazing things in the borough of Trafford.Amongst other things we'll be chatting with them about the benefits of starting up their own podcast and/or supporting them in a "take over" of some Episodes of That Great Manc Pod..In this Episode we chatted with the fantastic Ann Marie Jones, Chief Executive of Age UK Trafford.  Now this Ep, pretty much like most of the others is longer th...2022-06-301h 05
Self Empowered16. Special Guest Diana FisherJoin myself and Body Positive Mama, Diana Fischer in this episode as we talk about body image and how to change the way we see ourselves, reframing negative thinking and embracing our uniqueness. Diana shares her POWERFUL mindset shifting tools that she has used on herself and many other women to help move you from Criticism to Celebration.Diana is hosting a Body Image Live Virtual event on the 02/04/2022 at 2pm AWST, with all the profits are going to @thebutterflyfoundation, Australia's leading charity for support with body image an...2022-03-1047 min
Bright Wings: Childrenâs Books to Make the Heart SoarEpisode 27: The Gift of the Irish: Favorite Tales for Every AgeLeprechauns are fun, but is there more to Irish literature?! Diving into our Irish inheritance, Charity Hill offers insight into Irish literature. She suggests that what makes Irish literature distinctive is the way it navigates paradoxes. Charity uses Thomas Cahill's How the Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role to identify characteristics of Irish literature. Because literature emerges from cultural context, Charity notices how the literature reflects the paradoxes of pagan and Christian Ireland: high/low, darkness/light.Don't miss the radio theatre production of The Trials of St. P...2022-03-0131 minFORCE Cancer Charity PodcastCoping at ChristmasChristmas can be a time of great joy but it can also trigger anxiety and stress.Add a cancer diagnosis to the seasonal mix and we may need some help with our emotional responses.FORCE Oncology Support Specialists Emma Ellis and Ali Ashby share some strategies for coping.They have also compiled a list of organisations that may be able to offer help while our Support Centre is closed for the Christmas and New Year break from 4:30pm on Thursday December 23 until 9:30am on Tuesday January 4.See below for useful links, including self-help films and...2021-12-2216 minFranciscan Moment PodcastFranciscan Moment Podcast: St. Francis DramaFranciscan Sister of Christian Charity Sister Elena Gonzales and our Sisters at St. Agnes Convent, Sister Jan Villemure and Sister Anne Marie Selinsky, perform a St. Francis Drama to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis.2021-10-0308 min
Indie Beacon Radio ShowIndie Beacon Show with Charity MarieAward-winning author Charity Marie loves dragons, wizards, and swords. She also loves writing and reading stories of all kinds. In this episode of the Indie Beacon Show, hostess Dr. Keitha Story-Stephenson interviews Charity about her books and her new releases.2021-09-1030 min
The Secret Diary of Marie Jenkins 47+July Education Week interview with Julie Kent MBEIn today's episode we interview the amazing Julie Kent MBE and learn more about her career in Education and her many years of charity work. She was awarded her MBE during Lockdown for her services to charity.2021-07-1334 min
Gut Health Reset with Dr. Ann-Marie BarterWhy Are We Having So Many Vision Problems with Dr. Travis Zigler| Ep. 9Did you know that your eye issues and gut issues can be related? In this episode, Dr. Travis Zigler shared all about the modern epidemic of eye issues, the one device that is causing the majority of these issues, whatâs causing dry eyes, red eyes, puffy eyes, alcohol, gluten, gut and eye issues, why you need to be getting your eyes checked annually, and much, much more!-Dr. Travis Zigler is the co-founder of Eye Love, https://eyelovethesun.com, whose mission is to heal 1,000,000 dry eye sufferers naturally. Dr. Travis and his wife, Dr...2021-07-0243 min
The Good Office Podcast, by Marie Mae52. The Secret To Turning Your Employees Into Passionate IntrapreneursWhen an organization undergoes change, some team members are on board, some fear the worst, and others struggle with knowing how to proceed. âIntrapreneursâ help advocate and usher in change within an organization - bridging together different concerns, uniting those resistant to change, and forging a path forward. While entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo to create their own business venture, intrapreneurs choose to disrupt from within an existing organization.Nancy Murphy helps support these intrapreneurs as the founder and president of CSR Communications, so they can realize change faster and with less resistance. This week she shares with Mari...2021-06-0134 min