Episode 2: Nikki Winston | Finding Strength Through Grief After Losing Her Mother
In this heartfelt episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown sits down with Nikki Winston as she shares her powerful story of love, loss, and resilience.

Nikki opens up about the devastating loss of her mother and the emotional journey that followed. With honesty and grace, she reflects on how grief transformed her life and the healing practices that helped her rebuild from within. Her story is a touching reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can rediscover strength, hope, and purpose.

💛 Whether you’ve experienced loss or are supporting someone who has, this episode offers compassion, connection, and encouragement.

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Episode 2: Meet Nikki Winston | From Losing Her Mother & Finding Strength Through Grief

Episode 3 – Meet Katherine: From Soundsystem to Soundmind – DJing Sober

Katie shares her journey as a sober DJ with 18 years of sobriety, offering powerful insights into living a creative and purpose-driven life without substances. We also dive into her work as the founder of Design to Manifest, the branding and marketing company that helped me bring this podcast to life!

Recorded in Los Angeles, this episode is filled with heart, humor, and inspiration. I hope it uplifts you as much as it did me.

With love,
Liliana

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Episode 3: Meet Katherine | From Soundsystem to Soundmind - DJing Sober

Episode 4: Meet Rene Miller | Rising from the Flames: A Los Angeles Fire Survival Story

In this powerful episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, we meet Rene Miller, a true survivor who lived through a devastating Los Angeles fire that changed her life forever. From losing everything to rising from the ashes, Rene shares her journey of survival, healing, and hope. Her story is a testament to human resilience and the strength it takes to rebuild after unimaginable loss.

🌟 Be inspired by Rene’s courage.
🎙️ Listen, learn, and be resilient now.

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Episode 4: Meet Rene Miller | Rising from the Flames: A Los Angeles Fire Survival Story

Episode 5 Meet Krista Kahlo | From Pain to Purpose: Gymnastics Training Trauma to Artistic Healing

In this powerful episode,  Liliana sits down with Krista Kahlo, a former elite gymnast whose journey from intense training trauma to creative artistic expression will leave you inspired. From the highs and devastating lows of competitive gymnastics, Krista shares her deeply personal story—how the physical and emotional scars she carried led her toward a path of healing through art, resilience, and reinvention. 
Through Olympic Gymnastics Training Trauma to Artistic Healing🎙️ Resilient Now Podcast –
What you’ll hear:

🎯 Training with intensity: The rigorous demands and pressures of elite gymnastics

🌪️ Facing trauma: The emotional toll and “broken” moments that sparked change

🎨 The healing power of art: How Krista turned pain into creative purpose

🔁 Rebuilding identity: Embracing a new chapter beyond the gym

💡 Everyday resilience: Lessons that resonate far beyond athletics

Join us for an intimate, heartfelt conversation that explores the mind–body connection, the resilience born from hardship, and the transformative power of artistic healing.
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Episode 5: Meet Krista Kahlo | From Pain to Purpose: Gymnastics Training Trauma to Artistic Healing

Resilient Now Podcast – Episode 6: Rising from the Storm – A Journey of Strength and Renewal

Meet Dr. Krystal Kinnunen | How Her Mother’s Battle with Brain Cancer Led Her to Become a Holistic Fertility Doctor. In this powerful episode, we sit down with a remarkable guest who opens up about facing life’s toughest challenges head-on. From heartbreak to healing, from struggle to strength — this is a story of resilience, personal transformation, and finding light after darkness. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that reminds us all that even in our lowest moments, we have the power to rise again.

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Episode 6: Meet Dr. Krystal Kinnunen | Eastern Medicine Doctor & Fertility Coach Women’s Health

Episode 7 – Meet Beth Bloom | From Pandemic to Profit: Starting Her Own Business

In this inspiring episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, we meet Beth Bloom—a passionate entrepreneur who turned one of the toughest times into a powerful opportunity. When the world shut down during the pandemic, Beth didn’t give up—she got creative. Hear how she started her own business, navigated uncertainty, and turned a crisis into a story of success, growth, and resilience.

Tune in and be inspired by Beth’s journey from challenge to triumph.
💡 Resilience. Reinvention. Real talk.

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Episode 7: Meet Beth Bloom I Starting her own business Pandemic to Profit

Episode 8 – Meet Shelton Wilder: The Wilder Life – Sobriety, Success & Starting Over

In this powerful episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, we sit down with Shelton Wilder — a top luxury real estate agent, entrepreneur, mom, and inspiring woman in long-term recovery. Shelton opens up about her journey through sobriety, the challenges of starting over, and how she built a thriving business and beautiful life from the ground up.

Her story is one of courage, reinvention, and fierce determination — proving that resilience can transform your past into your greatest strength.

🎧 Tune in for heartfelt honesty, motivation, and real talk about healing, hustle, and hope.

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Episode 8: Meet Shelton Wilder I The Wilder Life: Sobriety, Success & Starting Over

Episode 9: Liliana Brown | Thriving After Divorce – 17 Years of Resilience. Hi I am the host of Resilient Now Podcast and this is my story of divorce. And 17 years after divorce and  being a single mom.  I hope it helps someone. 

In this powerful episode of Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown shares her own deeply personal journey of resilience after divorce. Seventeen years as a single mother, navigating life’s challenges, rebuilding identity, and finding purpose—this story is a testimony to strength, healing, and thriving against the odds.

Whether you’re healing from heartbreak, learning to stand on your own, or seeking hope for a fresh start, this episode will inspire you to rise, rebuild, and reclaim your life.

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Episode 9: Liliana Brown I Thriving After Divorce-17 Years

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown sits down with Elaine McEwan, a woman whose story is a testament to the kind of strength that’s passed down through generations.
Elaine opens up about the life-altering moment when she and her husband lost their home in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. What began as an ordinary day turned into a fight for survival and stability, as everything they owned—memories, keepsakes, and their sense of security—was wiped away in an instant.
But Elaine’s story is about far more than loss—it's about the power of a strong foundation. She shares how her mother's resilience, wisdom, and unshakable spirit shaped the way she handled one of the most traumatic events of her life.
Through vulnerability and grace, Elaine recounts:
* The emotional and psychological shock of losing her home
* The reality of having to rebuild from the ground up
* The role her mother played in teaching her how to persevere through chaos
* How she supported her husband and herself emotionally through deep uncertainty
* The unexpected clarity and growth that came from starting over
* The importance of gratitude, family, and spiritual strength during rebuilding
Elaine reminds us that resilience isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s about transforming in the process. Her calm strength and honest reflections offer wisdom for anyone navigating hardship, grief, or unexpected change.
💬 "I lost my house in the fire, but I didn’t lose what my mother taught me." – Elaine McEwan
If you’ve ever wondered how people survive the unthinkable—and come out stronger on the other side—this episode is for you.

Episode 10: Meet Elaine McEwan | Rising Through the Flames: Resilience After Losing Everythin

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In this deeply moving episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown sits down with Chaz McEwan, a devoted husband and father whose life was turned upside down when the Los Angeles wildfires destroyed everything his family had built.
Chaz opens up about the raw, emotional reality of losing his home, cherished memories, and sense of safety—all in one night. He walks us through the chaos that followed: finding temporary shelter, facing endless insurance hurdles, and trying to stay strong for his wife while grieving in silence himself.
But behind the heartbreak is a story of incredible resilience.
Chaz shares the wisdom and strength shaped and how he coped with disaster. His lessons—about perseverance, family unity, and faith—became his anchor in the storm. He reflects on the emotional weight of starting over and the unexpected peace that came from letting go of material things to focus on what truly matters.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
* The moment Chaz realized his home was gone—and the emotions that followed
* The struggles of navigating insurance and rebuilding logistics
* How he supported his wife through trauma while managing his own pain
* The shift in mindset from loss to opportunity
* How he redefined success, peace, and purpose post-disaster
This episode is not just about surviving a fire—it’s about finding clarity, connection, and renewed strength in the ashes. Whether you've experienced loss or are seeking hope in hard times, Chaz’s story will stay with you.
💬 “The fire took our house, but it couldn’t take who we are.” – Chaz McEwan

Episode 11:  Meet Chaz McEwan | Rising Through the Flames: Resilience After Losing Everything

🎙️ Episodio 14: Flor – La fuerza de una madre que no se rinde
Presentado por Liliana Brown

En este emotivo episodio del Resilient Now Podcast, Liliana Brown conversa con Flor, una madre valiente cuya historia es un testimonio de amor incondicional, lucha y esperanza.

Flor comparte cómo ha enfrentado desafíos profundos como madre de un hijo con necesidades especiales, y cómo, a pesar del dolor, ha aprendido a mantenerse fuerte, a buscar recursos, y a encontrar luz incluso en los momentos más oscuros. Su historia es un recordatorio poderoso de que la resiliencia no es ausencia de dolor, sino la decisión diaria de seguir adelante con fe y amor.

Este episodio es para todas las madres, cuidadoras, y personas que buscan inspiración real en medio de la adversidad.

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Episodio 14: Conoce a Flor | No solo sobrevivió a la polio, se convirtió en una fuerza imparable

María Gómez dejó atrás una relación tóxica y emprendió un viaje espiritual hacia la sanación. En este episodio de Resilient Now Podcast, comparte cómo su proceso fue como escalar una montaña: al mirar hacia arriba, parece imposible, pero al avanzar paso a paso, un día descubres que llegaste a la cima. Desde allí, puedes ver todo lo que superaste y dejaste atrás. Su historia es un testimonio poderoso de resiliencia, transformación interior y fe. Un mensaje inspirador para quienes buscan liberarse del dolor, sanar heridas emocionales y construir una vida con fuerza, propósito, amor propio y espiritualidad.

Episodio 19: Conoce  Maria  Gomez| María dejó una relación tóxica y encontró sanación espiritual

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In this powerful episode, Danielle Pashko—a holistic nutritionist, functional health coach, and author shares how resilience became a necessity early in life. Despite a career built around wellness, she faced thyroid cancer, chronic Lyme disease, and long COVID, forcing her to redefine health beyond diet and exercise. Danielle reveals how trauma-informed mind-body work, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion helped her not just survive, but truly heal. Her story is a testament to the strength that comes from turning life’s hardest challenges into catalysts for growth.
Danielle is a holistic nutritionist, functional health coach, and author who’s faced thyroid cancer, chronic Lyme disease, and the challenges of long COVID—even while doing “everything right” according to conventional health norms.

Her journey spans elite wellness spaces in NYC, and she’s become a leading voice in mind‑body healing, trauma-informed energy work, and nervous‑system regulation.
soulhakker

She authored the books Smile at Your Challenges and Weight Loss Mistakes Even Healthy Chicks Make, and now leads healing through her platform, Soulhakker

Danielle’s personal health trajectory—from thriving wellness entrepreneur to facing successive health crises like cancer, Lyme, and long COVID.

The turning point—why traditional optimization failed her and how she shifted toward healing through nervous system care and emotional processing.

Mind‑body resilience—the role of practices like Qigong, Tai Chi, and trauma-informed energetics in her recovery and wellness philosophy

Episode 23: Meet Danielle Pashko | Resilient from a Young Age and Surviving

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Meet David Solano born  with arthrogryposis, a condition that limits muscle development and joint movement, David Solano grew up hearing “you can’t.” He wasn’t allowed to play PE as a child, struggled to get a job, and was often underestimated. But David refused to let his disability define him. He became a teacher—and when schools told him he couldn’t coach, he boldly promised them a championship if given the chance. Against all odds, his team went undefeated and won the title.

Today, David continues to inspire through his nonprofit, where underprivileged boys gather twice a week to play basketball, build friendships, and find mentorship. His greatest gratitude? That he was born with arthrogryposis—because it shaped his resilience and turned him into a true everyday superhero.

Episode 24: Meet David Solano | Resiliency Made Him  A Superhero

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In this inspiring episode, meet Beth O., a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), measuring 10 centimeters. Instead of relying solely on conventional treatments, Beth chose a non-traditional path to healing through fasting and nutrition.

Her commitment to this lifestyle was so transformative that when doctors prepared for surgery, they found no cancer left to remove. Beth’s journey is one of courage, faith in her body’s ability to heal, and the resilience to walk an unconventional road.
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Episode 27: Meet Beth O. | Alternative Healing Journey: From Breast Cancer to Wellness

In this vulnerable and powerful conversation, beautiful Hollywood  actress and writer Josie Davis opens up about her journey through panic attacks, self-doubt, and feeling of not belonging. She talks candidly about the moments she felt out of place and the emotional weight of trying to find her footing in a world that didn’t always feel welcoming.

Through resilience, spiritual recovery, and profound inner work, Josie discovered that belonging has nothing to do with where you come from or what you have — it begins within yourself. She also shares how taking action, getting out of her own head, and being present in the moment helped her tremendously in her healing.

With honesty and grace, Josie reveals how transforming her inner world helped her move through panic attacks, quiet self-centered fear, and finally feel grounded in her own identity. Her story is a reminder that real resilience starts when we stop chasing acceptance from the outside — and begin embracing who we already are. 💫

A must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with self-worth, comparison, or the feeling of not belonging.
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Thank you for being here.
With love and strength,
Liliana Brown
Be Resilient. Be You.
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Episode 29: Josie Davis |Hollywood Actress & Writer on Healing Panic Attacks Through Resilience

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Hi, I’m Liliana Brown—host of Resilient Now. I created this podcast as a safe, supportive, and free resource for anyone navigating life’s most difficult challenges.

✨ Episode 31: Meet Reina Marcelle | A Cart, A Dream, A Community: Reina’s Resilient Journey

In this heartfelt episode, meet Reina Marcelle, lovingly known as the “Cake Lady” of Humboldt Park — a woman whose story proves that resilience, community, and pure heart can change an entire neighborhood.

At 52, Reina walked away from a painful job where she felt unseen and undervalued. With just $25, a decorated cart, and the support of her loved ones, she began selling cakes in the rain, cold, and scorching sun — determined to build something of her own. Her kindness, free samples, and unstoppable energy made her a beloved figure in the community.

What happened next feels like a miracle:
🌟 Neighbors rallied around her.
🌟 Customers became friends.
🌟 Volunteers helped her open Reina’s Cakes, now a thriving shop on Division Street.
🌟 Strangers donated thousands because they believed in her.

Reina’s shop is more than a bakery — it’s a safe haven. A place for kids to learn, for families to bond, and for anyone who needs love, encouragement, or a sweet reminder that dreams don’t expire at any age.

Through loss, divorce, loneliness, and starting over, Reina keeps giving. She keeps loving. And she keeps believing that even one act of kindness can change a life.

Her message is simple and powerful:
“It doesn’t matter if you’re 20, 50, or 70 — if you dream, you can become anything.”

This episode is a tribute to community, courage, and the unstoppable spirit of a woman who turned struggle into sweetness.
Be Resilient. Be You.

Episode 31: Meet Reina Marcelle | A Cart, A Dream, A  Chicago Community: Reina’s Resilient Journey

Meet Liliana Brown – Host of the Resilient Now Podcast

Liliana Brown is the heart and voice behind the Resilient Now Podcast — a powerful space for real conversations, healing, and hope. After overcoming her own life challenges, including growing up in foster care, navigating single motherhood, and walking the path of recovery, Liliana created this podcast as a safe and supportive platform for others.

In each episode, Liliana speaks with inspiring guests who have turned pain into purpose, sharing raw and honest stories of resilience, strength, and transformation. Whether you're going through grief, loss, trauma, or personal growth, Resilient Now is here to remind you: you are not alone.

Tune in for empowering episodes that offer wisdom, connection, and encouragement — straight from people who have walked through the fire and made it to the other side.

🎧 Listen. Heal. Grow. Only on the Resilient Now Podcast with Liliana Brown.
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