For years, Denver struggled to have her voice heard and her pain advocated for. As a current STEM student at UCLA, Denver has finally stepped into her voice and learned the power of sharing her story.

In this episode of AAA, we see what it’s really like to be a young woman battling an invisible illness. With her official diagnosis of P.O.T.S. (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), Denver joined the fifty million Americans who struggle with an autoimmune disease. This episode shares lived experiences, personal growth, & encouragement to always (!!!) advocate for yourself & see the invisible.

After 22 years of shaping one of South Dakota’s most renowned high school theatre programs, Justin Speck and Joey Lore are taking their final bow together at Rapid City Central High School.

In this episode, we chat on everything from their fundraising “Broadway Specktaculore” production, the impact of theatre education, the final few months of their shared teaching journey, and what it means to dedicate your life to helping students find their voice.

it’s time to grab your backstage pass and go all access into the stories that define us! hi- it’s amélie- and i’m so glad you’re here! if you’re tuning in, get ready to dive into real, raw, & relatable conversations from all walks of life. let’s go behind the scenes and take on this journey together!