Marlo shares her journey from a fitness model to a mom navigating the challenges of motherhood, health, and self-care. She discusses her transition into Korean skincare, the importance of prioritizing mental health, and the dynamics of relationships and parenting. Marlo emphasizes the need for self-care, the significance of communication in partnerships, and the lessons learned from her life experiences, including a life-altering car accident. The conversation concludes with advice for overwhelmed moms and how to connect with Marlo for skincare and motherhood insights.

Join me as I welcome back Steve, who shares his incredible journey from homelessness to spiritual awakening. Discover how resilience and self-love transformed his life.

#Inspiration #HealingJourney #PodcastEpisode

On this episode of "Touch Upon a Time, I am thrilled to welcome Jacqueline Guido as we explore the transformative power of storytelling. Jacqueline shares her journey from a young girl discovering art to becoming a multifaceted artist, director, and producer.

We delve into the impact of her production company, One Giant Ovary, and the stories that inspire social change.

Together, we discuss the importance of respecting elders, the challenges of aging, and the solidarity found in communities like Latinas Acting Up. Join us for an inspiring dialogue about creativity, resilience, and the stories that shape us.

⚠️Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about depression, stroke recovery, and personal mental health struggles. Please prioritize your well-being and listen at your own pace.

From the Edge to the Mic. In this heartfelt episode of "Touch Upon a Time," I sit down with Joshua, also known as Rezno, a rapper, entrepreneur, and survivor. Joshua shares his journey through depression, a life-threatening stroke, and his battles with weight loss. He opens up about his transformation from a social butterfly to a more reserved individual, the impact of his mental health on his music, and how a pivotal TV show episode saved his life. Joshua's story is one of resilience, faith, and the power of music as therapy. He emphasizes the importance of believing in something greater and the support of close friends and family. This episode is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and find purpose through creativity.

#MentalHealthAwareness #MusicTherapy #Resilience #Inspiration

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, emotional trauma, and substance abuse. Please take care of your well-being while listening.

In this powerful episode of Touch Upon a Time, we delve into the courageous journey of Everlyce, a single mother and survivor who has faced the depths of domestic violence and emerged stronger. Join us as we explore her story of resilience, healing, and the unwavering strength it takes to rebuild a life of peace and hope. This conversation is a testament to the power of truth and the importance of finding one's voice amidst chaos.

Author and founder of Finally Get Your Book Done, Amanda Botfeld, joins Touch Upon a Time to talk about how storytelling helps women reclaim their voice. She explains why writing often feels more therapeutic than talking, how to quiet your inner critic, and what it takes to finally start the book you’ve been dreaming about.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide and grief, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care of your heart and skip this episode if you need to.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.

Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 for free and confidential support. 💛

In this episode, Kim shares her journey through love, loss, and the long road of healing after losing her husband to suicide just months after their wedding. A retired teacher turned writer and advocate, Kim opens up about what grief has taught her about love, not just romantic love, but love for life, people, and herself. With warmth and wit, she reminds us that healing doesn’t mean closing your heart, it means learning to love differently.

From her Substack series Finding Eden to her reflections on faith, purpose, and laughter through pain, this conversation is a tender reminder that even after loss, we can still find the good.

⚠️ Trigger Warnings:

This episode contains discussions of drug addiction, substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, generational trauma, mental health struggles, and recovery.

Listener discretion is advised. Please take care of yourself and step away if any part of this conversation feels overwhelming.

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Nika joins Touch Upon a Time to share the story behind her five years clean from meth and heroin and the moment a single verse from the Bible changed her life forever.

Born into generations of addiction and pain, Nika’s life was marked by chaos, trauma, and survival. But when she decided she no longer wanted to live as the victim of her story, everything began to shift. Through faith, self-forgiveness, and relentless inner work, she broke the cycle that had haunted her family for decades.

This isn’t just a story about addiction, it’s about rebirth, redemption, and reclaiming your power when the world counted you out.

Nika’s honesty and courage remind us that healing doesn’t erase the past, it transforms it.

“It ran in the family, until it ran into me.”

🎧 Tune in and witness what grace looks like when it finds its way through the fire.