Courageous Podcast with Madeline Hernandez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com The COURAGEOUS Podcast with Madeline Hernandez was created to inspire you in the midst of life’s most difficult challenges. My guests will share their life changing inspirational stories of strength, hope and faith. I believe we are strong enough to overcome any adversity we may face. No matter what you have been through or living through at this very moment ...YOU ARE STRONGER than you think. Join us weekly on the Courageous Podcast where YOUR STORY has the power to inspire the world!!! Fri, 21 Oct 2022 04:30:00 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality 1440 episodic The COURAGEOUS Podcast was created to inspire you in the midst of life’s most difficult challenges. My guests will share their life changing inspirational stories of strength, hope and faith and how they were able to rise up stronger to live their best life. You will hear stories about health, family trials, loss, abuse and so much more. I believe we are strong enough to overcome any adversity we may face. No matter what you have been through or living through at this very moment ...YOU ARE STRONGER than you think. Join us weekly on the Courageous Podcast where YOUR STORY has the power to inspire the world!!! Madeline Hernandez Madeline Hernandez No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/8005716/Final_Art_5_4_20.jpg Courageous Podcast with Madeline Hernandez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com 144 144 A Story of Healing and God’s Redemption - Reyna Morris A Story of Healing and God’s Redemption - Reyna Morris https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-healing-and-god-s-redemption-reyna-morris/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-healing-and-god-s-redemption-reyna-morris/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/fc7417a4-938a-302d-a249-0434e675caf8 My guest shares how at just 3 years old she was taken from her home in Mexico and was put up for adoption. For many years she suffered from sexual, physical and emotional abuse. She turned to alcohol to escape the pain and looked for love in all the wrong places.

At 18 she had her first intimate encounter and soon after found out she was pregnant. Crippled with fear and pressure from those around her she made the heart wrenching decision to terminate her pregnancy. For years she lived will the guilt and shame of her decision to have an abortion.

Tune is as she shares how God helped her to forgive herself, overcome years of pain and find true healing! 

Today she is the Founder of Create In Her, a non for profit that  serves woman who have faced very difficult challenges where they can find community, sisterhood and support. Reyna is the author of Dear Daughter, Live Abundantly Free and Women's Sermon Notes Journal sold on Amazon. 

Reyna's most important roles are those of wife, mother and forgiven daughter of God.

Connect with her on IG: @renyamorrisco @create.in.her or at Createinher.org

]]> My guest shares how at just 3 years old she was taken from her home in Mexico and was put up for adoption. For many years she suffered from sexual, physical and emotional abuse. She turned to alcohol to escape the pain and looked for love in all the wrong places.

At 18 she had her first intimate encounter and soon after found out she was pregnant. Crippled with fear and pressure from those around her she made the heart wrenching decision to terminate her pregnancy. For years she lived will the guilt and shame of her decision to have an abortion.

Tune is as she shares how God helped her to forgive herself, overcome years of pain and find true healing! 

Today she is the Founder of Create In Her, a non for profit that  serves woman who have faced very difficult challenges where they can find community, sisterhood and support. Reyna is the author of Dear Daughter, Live Abundantly Free and Women's Sermon Notes Journal sold on Amazon. 

Reyna's most important roles are those of wife, mother and forgiven daughter of God.

Connect with her on IG:
@renyamorrisco
@create.in.her
or at Createinher.org

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1864 6 46 full How a 20 year old single mom held on to HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro How a 20 year old single mom held on to HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-single-mom-held-on-to-hope-in-the-midst-of-pain-mercy-castro/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-single-mom-held-on-to-hope-in-the-midst-of-pain-mercy-castro/#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/de7e2298-f7e9-3a9c-9b74-fe8b0225006b My guest shares the frightening journey of how at just 8 years old she and her little sisters were forced to leave Honduras and cross the border via a coyote from Mexico into the states.

She believed she would finally be able to be with her family and live the American dream, but that was just the beginning of her painful journey. She and her sisters experienced verbal and physical abuse from their family and were later put into the foster care system where they were mistreated and separated.  

Later she became a teen mom and was in an abusive relationship with her sons father. Then one day she gets a call and was told her sons father was murdered. It was in the days that followed, God intervened and opened the door to a new foster care home. It was there she finally found true love and acceptance by her foster mom. She says "the greatest gift Ms. Wendy gave me, was sharing the love of Christ."

Today at just 20 years old she is a single mom of 2 small children who dreams of buying her own home and opening a daycare so she can support other struggling moms who are fighting every day to give their kids a better life.

Listen to her foster moms episode which aired on 6/6/22 - The journey of a foster parent - PART 2 with Wendy Anleu.

Also listen to PART 1- 9/21/20 - How one night changed her life forever - Wendy Anleu

 

]]> My guest shares the frightening journey of how at just 8 years old she and her little sisters were forced to leave Honduras and cross the border via a coyote from Mexico into the states.

She believed she would finally be able to be with her family and live the American dream, but that was just the beginning of her painful journey. She and her sisters experienced verbal and physical abuse from their family and were later put into the foster care system where they were mistreated and separated.  

Later she became a teen mom and was in an abusive relationship with her sons father. Then one day she gets a call and was told her sons father was murdered. It was in the days that followed, God intervened and opened the door to a new foster care home. It was there she finally found true love and acceptance by her foster mom. She says "the greatest gift Ms. Wendy gave me, was sharing the love of Christ."

Today at just 20 years old she is a single mom of 2 small children who dreams of buying her own home and opening a daycare so she can support other struggling moms who are fighting every day to give their kids a better life.

Listen to her foster moms episode which aired on 6/6/22 - The journey of a foster parent - PART 2 with Wendy Anleu.

Also listen to PART 1- 9/21/20 - How one night changed her life forever - Wendy Anleu

 

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1451 5 45 full The journey of a foster parent - Part 2- Wendy Anleu The journey of a foster parent - Part 2- Wendy Anleu https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-journey-of-a-foster-parent-part-2-wendy-anleu/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-journey-of-a-foster-parent-part-2-wendy-anleu/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/62060c57-0201-366d-91a4-ff298f1cd7f5 In Sept 2020 my guests first shared her story of strength as she overcame several traumatic experiences. As she began to heal God had been pressing her to become a foster parent. 

In 2021 she left her job, home and financial stability to pursue her life's calling and become a certified foster parent. 

Today she is fostering 7 children whom she loves as her very own and is trusting Gods plan to use her to continue to provide a safe and loving home to any child in need.

Tune in to Part 1 of her story - 9/21/20 - How one night changed her life forever.

Also tune in to her foster daughters story - 6/13/22 - How a single mom held on to HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro

Connect with Wendy at wendy.anleu@ms.w.anleu@gmail.com

]]> In Sept 2020 my guests first shared her story of strength as she overcame several traumatic experiences. As she began to heal God had been pressing her to become a foster parent. 

In 2021 she left her job, home and financial stability to pursue her life's calling and become a certified foster parent. 

Today she is fostering 7 children whom she loves as her very own and is trusting Gods plan to use her to continue to provide a safe and loving home to any child in need.

Tune in to Part 1 of her story - 9/21/20 - How one night changed her life forever.

Also tune in to her foster daughters story - 6/13/22 - How a single mom held on to HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro

Connect with Wendy at wendy.anleu@ms.w.anleu@gmail.com

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1883 45 full From Rejection to Redirection - Bewindi Bobb From Rejection to Redirection - Bewindi Bobb https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-rejection-to-redirection-bewindi-bobb/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-rejection-to-redirection-bewindi-bobb/#comments Tue, 31 May 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/7b65b583-838a-3928-969d-922ab60edf19 Bewindi Bobb was born in St. Lucia and came to the US in search of the American dream. Early on she knew she wanted to help and serve people but was fighting her calling. She eventually found her purpose and decided to become a licensed clinical social worker.  

Little did she know that an amazing job opportunity would later turn into the most difficult experience of her professional career. It was her faith the allowed her to overcome. It was that difficult experience the led her to start her own business and today she is the Founder/CEO of Against All Odds Professional Counseling Services where she proudly serves those who are struggling, who have been rejected and discarded to walk in freedom.  Bewindi is also a published author and Podcast Host of "Empowered to Empower You Podcast." 

Connect with Bewindi Bobb:

Instagram @empowered2serve  Facebook: Bewindi Bobb Youtube: Bewindi Bobb Twitter @Bewindi Bobb

Website: www.bewindi.com and www.aaopcs.net

You can find her books on Amazon!

]]> Bewindi Bobb was born in St. Lucia and came to the US in search of the American dream. Early on she knew she wanted to help and serve people but was fighting her calling. She eventually found her purpose and decided to become a licensed clinical social worker.  

Little did she know that an amazing job opportunity would later turn into the most difficult experience of her professional career. It was her faith the allowed her to overcome. It was that difficult experience the led her to start her own business and today she is the Founder/CEO of Against All Odds Professional Counseling Services where she proudly serves those who are struggling, who have been rejected and discarded to walk in freedom.  Bewindi is also a published author and Podcast Host of "Empowered to Empower You Podcast." 

Connect with Bewindi Bobb:

Instagram @empowered2serve 
Facebook: Bewindi Bobb
Youtube: Bewindi Bobb
Twitter @Bewindi Bobb

Website: www.bewindi.com and www.aaopcs.net

You can find her books on Amazon!

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1776 5 44 full Surviving Domestic Abuse - Today Thriving - Wendy ”Love” Vasquez Surviving Domestic Abuse - Today Thriving - Wendy ”Love” Vasquez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/surviving-domestic-abuse-today-thriving-wendy-love-vazquez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/surviving-domestic-abuse-today-thriving-wendy-love-vazquez/#comments Mon, 23 May 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/a0251a12-f1a5-38cb-a207-df14735f95a1 My guest shares how she grew up in a loving and supportive family in Yonkers, New York. Then at age 15 she fell in love and left home to start a new life. Little did she know that the next 5 years of her life she would be living a life of physical and verbal abuse.

Until one day she decided she had enough and found the courage to leave to give her girls a better life. Today she is happily married and a certified life coach who serves woman that have been impacted by domestic abuse.

Connect with her at:

Instagram - @gods_love_never_fails (wendy love) Facebook - @wendylove

]]> My guest shares how she grew up in a loving and supportive family in Yonkers, New York. Then at age 15 she fell in love and left home to start a new life. Little did she know that the next 5 years of her life she would be living a life of physical and verbal abuse.

Until one day she decided she had enough and found the courage to leave to give her girls a better life. Today she is happily married and a certified life coach who serves woman that have been impacted by domestic abuse.

Connect with her at:


Instagram - @gods_love_never_fails (wendy love)
Facebook - @wendylove

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1467 5 43 full From Chicago to Australia - Sana Turnock From Chicago to Australia - Sana Turnock https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-chicago-to-australia-sana-turnock/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-chicago-to-australia-sana-turnock/#comments Mon, 16 May 2022 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/51350454-286b-39cc-91e7-fe925e68022f How the 2020 pandemic inspired two women from different parts of the world to each start a podcast in midst of chaos and loss around the world.

Two complete strangers from different parts of the world who connected over social media with different perspectives and beliefs both on a mission to bring encouragement and hope to the world.  My friend Sana believes you can overcome any obstacle in life if you just flex your COURAGE muscle. Tune in to this inspiring conversation.

From Chicago, IL-USA - Tune in to Courageous Podcast with Madeline Hernandez on Podbean, Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music/Echo and Alexa. Connect with Madeline: Instagram - @courageous_podcast / FB - courageous2020;

From Perth, Australia - Tune in to Courage Unravelled with Sana Turnock on Apple Podcast. Purchase her Courage Journal on Amazon.

Connect with Sana on FB: @joyful living and Instagram: @courageunravelled; Website - www.courageunravelled.com

]]> How the 2020 pandemic inspired two women from different parts of the world to each start a podcast in midst of chaos and loss around the world.

Two complete strangers from different parts of the world who connected over social media with different perspectives and beliefs both on a mission to bring encouragement and hope to the world.  My friend Sana believes you can overcome any obstacle in life if you just flex your COURAGE muscle. Tune in to this inspiring conversation.

From Chicago, IL-USA - Tune in to Courageous Podcast with Madeline Hernandez on Podbean, Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music/Echo and Alexa.
Connect with Madeline: Instagram - @courageous_podcast / FB - courageous2020;

From Perth, Australia - Tune in to Courage Unravelled with Sana Turnock on Apple Podcast.
Purchase her Courage Journal on Amazon.

Connect with Sana on FB: @joyful living and Instagram: @courageunravelled; Website - www.courageunravelled.com

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1897 5 32 bonus From gang life, to prison, to a life with purpose - Eroica Delreal From gang life, to prison, to a life with purpose - Eroica Delreal https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-gang-life-to-prison-to-a-life-with-purpose-eroica-delreal/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-gang-life-to-prison-to-a-life-with-purpose-eroica-delreal/#comments Mon, 07 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/a2e43c0b-16fa-3f01-ae72-64ee6f9f0f28 My guest shares how losing two important people in her life set her on a path to destruction. She was an active gang member and drug dealer who was 100% committed to the street life. Then as she was starting to turn her life around her past caught up with her and she ending up on trial and was sentenced to 5 years in prison.

She says it was the unrelenting love and prayers of her mother that kept her safe and got her through the hardest moments in her life. Today she is grateful to God and her mother for never giving up on her.

Today Eroica is a college graduate, speaker and Trauma Response Specialist who serves her community and provides all the resources available to help, support and encourage others impacted by the street life.

Connect with her on Instagram: @rapunzel_424

]]> My guest shares how losing two important people in her life set her on a path to destruction. She was an active gang member and drug dealer who was 100% committed to the street life. Then as she was starting to turn her life around her past caught up with her and she ending up on trial and was sentenced to 5 years in prison.

She says it was the unrelenting love and prayers of her mother that kept her safe and got her through the hardest moments in her life. Today she is grateful to God and her mother for never giving up on her.

Today Eroica is a college graduate, speaker and Trauma Response Specialist who serves her community and provides all the resources available to help, support and encourage others impacted by the street life.

Connect with her on Instagram:
@rapunzel_424

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1817 4 42 full A story of true strength and triumph - Ria Story A story of true strength and triumph - Ria Story https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-true-strength-and-triumph-ria-story/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-true-strength-and-triumph-ria-story/#comments Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:12:58 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/76270724-cd15-33a0-afb4-de3963b50b11 My guest Ria was born and raised in Alabama. Like many, she faced great adversity very early in life. Ria was sexually abused by her father from age 12 to 19, forced to play the role of his wife and even shared with other men. 

Desperate to escape she left home at 19 without a job, a car or a high school diploma. It was her now husband, who she has been with for over 20 years who gave her the confidence and courage to leave home and start a new life.

Ria says "God doesn't cause the pain in our lives, but he can use it to help others overcome their own adversities."

Today, Ria is a motivational leadership speaker, certified trainer, TEDx speaker, and author of 13 books. Ria also founded Fearfully and Wonderfully Me, empowering women to become the leaders they are destined to be. 

YOU CAN FIND HER ON: IG @ria.story FB @ria.story LinkedIn @ Ria Story www.riastory.com You can purchase her books on Amazon!

]]> My guest Ria was born and raised in Alabama. Like many, she faced great adversity very early in life. Ria was sexually abused by her father from age 12 to 19, forced to play the role of his wife and even shared with other men. 

Desperate to escape she left home at 19 without a job, a car or a high school diploma. It was her now husband, who she has been with for over 20 years who gave her the confidence and courage to leave home and start a new life.

Ria says "God doesn't cause the pain in our lives, but he can use it to help others overcome their own adversities."

Today, Ria is a motivational leadership speaker, certified trainer, TEDx speaker, and author of 13 books. Ria also founded Fearfully and Wonderfully Me, empowering women to become the leaders they are destined to be. 

YOU CAN FIND HER ON:
IG @ria.story
FB @ria.story
LinkedIn @ Ria Story
www.riastory.com
You can purchase her books on Amazon!

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1524 4 41 full Do Not Conform - A story of healing - Brenda Gomez - Part 2 Do Not Conform - A story of healing - Brenda Gomez - Part 2 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/do-not-conform-a-story-of-healing-brenda-gomez-part-2/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/do-not-conform-a-story-of-healing-brenda-gomez-part-2/#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2022 04:30:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/f97a05af-e433-35d1-942e-a5f354b04919 My guest first shared her story on Courageous back in May of 2020 where she shared how childhood trauma and unprocessed pain negatively impacted her life. For years she struggled in silence with crippling fear and nightmares due to her past trauma. Then one day she decided it was time to seek help and find true healing. 

For years God had been pressing upon her to share her story and even write a book to help others who were suffering from the same pain.

Brenda has been a certified speaker, coach and trainer with the John Maxwell Team since 2018. Today she is the author of "Do Not Conform" Transformation Awaits - A Guide to Healing and Thriving. This book is a roadmap of new possibilities and a life-changing perspective of the infinite powers that we possess within to overcome. The details of Brenda's life are a testament to GOD, who created you and has a perfect plan for your life.

You can find her at www.brendacertifiedcoach.com  AND Instagram  - @transformationawaits

You can purchase her book on AMAZON

]]> My guest first shared her story on Courageous back in May of 2020 where she shared how childhood trauma and unprocessed pain negatively impacted her life. For years she struggled in silence with crippling fear and nightmares due to her past trauma. Then one day she decided it was time to seek help and find true healing. 

For years God had been pressing upon her to share her story and even write a book to help others who were suffering from the same pain.

Brenda has been a certified speaker, coach and trainer with the John Maxwell Team since 2018. Today she is the author of "Do Not Conform" Transformation Awaits - A Guide to Healing and Thriving. This book is a roadmap of new possibilities and a life-changing perspective of the infinite powers that we possess within to overcome. The details of Brenda's life are a testament to GOD, who created you and has a perfect plan for your life.

You can find her at www.brendacertifiedcoach.com 
AND
Instagram  - @transformationawaits

You can purchase her book on AMAZON

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1789 4 40 full In the midst of loss her FAITH never wavered - Pastor Alice Altiery - Part 3 In the midst of loss her FAITH never wavered - Pastor Alice Altiery - Part 3 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/in-the-midst-of-loss-her-faith-never-wavered-pastor-alice-altiery-part-3/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/in-the-midst-of-loss-her-faith-never-wavered-pastor-alice-altiery-part-3/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2022 04:00:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/ca910ee2-261a-3d36-bfcc-ef3f4a65603a The words a parent never wants to hear is "Mom I have cancer!" My guest will share her account of how she was there to support her daughter as she fought breast cancer and the pain of losing her in the end. Then several years later she loses her husband and best friend after 50 years of marriage. She says "it was the hardest time in my life but my faith was never shaken, it was my faith in God that got me through it. 

As a pastor and leader in her church she continues to support and ministers to those who have experienced the same time of loss. She says "there is strength through God, there is strength through your faith and you can't give up."

Tune in and listen to her son-in-law & her sons courageous stories:

Part 1- Loosing his wife to cancer - Ismael "Brat" Hernandez And  Part 2 - A pastors journey through loss and healing - Pastor Rico Altiery

]]> The words a parent never wants to hear is "Mom I have cancer!" My guest will share her account of how she was there to support her daughter as she fought breast cancer and the pain of losing her in the end. Then several years later she loses her husband and best friend after 50 years of marriage. She says "it was the hardest time in my life but my faith was never shaken, it was my faith in God that got me through it. 

As a pastor and leader in her church she continues to support and ministers to those who have experienced the same time of loss. She says "there is strength through God, there is strength through your faith and you can't give up."

Tune in and listen to her son-in-law & her sons courageous stories:

Part 1- Loosing his wife to cancer - Ismael "Brat" Hernandez
And 
Part 2 - A pastors journey through loss and healing - Pastor Rico Altiery

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1061 4 39 full How God turned her pain into her passion - Susan Sullivan How God turned her pain into her passion - Susan Sullivan https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-god-turned-her-pain-into-her-passion-susan-sullivan/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-god-turned-her-pain-into-her-passion-susan-sullivan/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2021 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/05f18951-ac9a-3b8a-ab9e-7b2ced611fda As a little girl Susan always dreamed of changing the world but a traumatic experience led her to turn to food for comfort. By the time she was 13 she weighed close to 300 pounds. Then one day she met a weight loss coach who believed in her dreams and helped her loose 160 pounds. Today she is an Entrepreneur, Author and Founder of Sullivan Leadership Solutions where she passionately coaches woman who have faced the same struggles as she once did. She says "God gives us all gifts to use on this earth and he can turn your mess into a message."

Connect with Susan Sullivan and purchase her new book at: Susansullivan.net or join her Facebook group at "Start with Vision."

]]> As a little girl Susan always dreamed of changing the world but a traumatic experience led her to turn to food for comfort. By the time she was 13 she weighed close to 300 pounds. Then one day she met a weight loss coach who believed in her dreams and helped her loose 160 pounds. Today she is an Entrepreneur, Author and Founder of Sullivan Leadership Solutions where she passionately coaches woman who have faced the same struggles as she once did. She says "God gives us all gifts to use on this earth and he can turn your mess into a message."

Connect with Susan Sullivan and purchase her new book at:
Susansullivan.net or join her Facebook group at "Start with Vision."

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 833 3 38 full How God led her to her life's calling - Heidi Paredes How God led her to her life's calling - Heidi Paredes https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-god-led-her-to-her-lifes-calling-heidi-paredes/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-god-led-her-to-her-lifes-calling-heidi-paredes/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/c97d1c7b-c564-31bd-89fb-a31c86d552b7 My guest share's the tragic story of how her mom was killed in the midst of political unrest in El Salvador in the 80's. After the loss of her mom at just 8 years old she went to live with her father, but never felt part of his new family. In 1992 she moved to Lincoln, Nebraska and eventually was given up for adoption by her father. Thankfully her grandparents and brothers were there to love and support her. Later she discovered that her hearts desire was to help and serve children in the mission field in South America. Her faith and trust in God allowed her to live out her calling and travel all over the world as a missionary. Today she is grateful to God for using her to serve others in her current mission field as she helps children with special needs. She says "no matter where you come from or what you've been through, if you put your trust in God he will lead you to walk in your life's calling."

Connect with her on social media at:

IG & FB at heidi.paredes

]]> My guest share's the tragic story of how her mom was killed in the midst of political unrest in El Salvador in the 80's. After the loss of her mom at just 8 years old she went to live with her father, but never felt part of his new family. In 1992 she moved to Lincoln, Nebraska and eventually was given up for adoption by her father. Thankfully her grandparents and brothers were there to love and support her. Later she discovered that her hearts desire was to help and serve children in the mission field in South America. Her faith and trust in God allowed her to live out her calling and travel all over the world as a missionary. Today she is grateful to God for using her to serve others in her current mission field as she helps children with special needs. She says "no matter where you come from or what you've been through, if you put your trust in God he will lead you to walk in your life's calling."

Connect with her on social media at:

IG & FB at heidi.paredes

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1659 3 37 full Story of a sex trafficking survivor- Shavon Ramos Story of a sex trafficking survivor- Shavon Ramos https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/story-of-a-sex-trafficking-survivor-shavon-ramos/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/story-of-a-sex-trafficking-survivor-shavon-ramos/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2021 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/97a61334-42e4-3cef-9e83-0dac70e42cf6 From the young age of 4 years old Shavon was raped and abused for many years. At 9 she began to drink to mask the pain of her abuse. At the age of 14 she joined a major gang in Chicago where she found a sense of family. After being a several abusive relationships she didn't know she was being groomed to be trafficked by her boyfriend. After years of abuse and threats against her life by her trafficker she was finally able to break free and contacted the Chicago Dream Center which is a safe haven for woman who are being abused and need to find healing. Today she is focused on being a mom to her 6 kids and building a life with them. At 40 years old she's an artist, singer, song writer, producer, speaker and advocate against sex trafficking. She said God was always with her throughout her journey and she wants people know that God is loving, he's merciful and he will pick you up and out of your situation, just as he did for her.

Connect with her at www.sparrows-ink.com or IG - ykforever_sparrow

]]> From the young age of 4 years old Shavon was raped and abused for many years. At 9 she began to drink to mask the pain of her abuse. At the age of 14 she joined a major gang in Chicago where she found a sense of family. After being a several abusive relationships she didn't know she was being groomed to be trafficked by her boyfriend. After years of abuse and threats against her life by her trafficker she was finally able to break free and contacted the Chicago Dream Center which is a safe haven for woman who are being abused and need to find healing. Today she is focused on being a mom to her 6 kids and building a life with them. At 40 years old she's an artist, singer, song writer, producer, speaker and advocate against sex trafficking. She said God was always with her throughout her journey and she wants people know that God is loving, he's merciful and he will pick you up and out of your situation, just as he did for her.

Connect with her at www.sparrows-ink.com
or
IG - ykforever_sparrow

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1805 3 36 full A story of true faith and obedience - Stephanie Kelleher A story of true faith and obedience - Stephanie Kelleher https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-true-faith-and-obedience-stephanie-kelleher/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-story-of-true-faith-and-obedience-stephanie-kelleher/#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2021 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/a16800aa-cfc2-386c-94a9-ffb3dc603e88 My guest will share how throughout her life she has faced many challenges and has overcome due to her strong faith in God. Then in 2020 as the country is impacted by social injustice her faith is tested more than ever as she questions who she is as a christian and what God is calling her to do in the midst of chaos. She is the creator of Becoming Her Experience and HER Transformation. Today she mentors young single woman by preparing them for a strong, lasting Christ centered marriage. 

Connect with Stephanie at: IG -  @the_becomingher_experience or join her email list at Stephaniekellerher.com

]]> My guest will share how throughout her life she has faced many challenges and has overcome due to her strong faith in God. Then in 2020 as the country is impacted by social injustice her faith is tested more than ever as she questions who she is as a christian and what God is calling her to do in the midst of chaos. She is the creator of Becoming Her Experience and HER Transformation. Today she mentors young single woman by preparing them for a strong, lasting Christ centered marriage. 

Connect with Stephanie at:
IG -  @the_becomingher_experience
or join her email list at Stephaniekellerher.com

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1965 3 35 full Surviving Breast Cancer - Tara Williamson Surviving Breast Cancer - Tara Williamson https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/surviving-breast-cancer-tara-williamson/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/surviving-breast-cancer-tara-williamson/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/0e1fd433-f231-310f-b755-ef0a84d62983 My guest will share her story of survival when at just 39 she was diagnosed with stage 5 breast cancer. While coping with this recent diagnosis she loses her father suddenly. Although her doctor fought her at every turn she finally found her voice and a new doctor who listened and respected her decision to have a double mastectomy. It was an encounter with God that helped her overcome this difficult time in her life. Later after having reconstructive surgery she decides to leave her nursing career to become a Certified 3D Areola Tattoo Artist. Today she is the founder of Pink Ink Tattoo where her passion and purpose is to help others look and feel whole again.  She says "I am right where I am suppose to be, I am living my second act."

Connect with her at pinkinktatoo.com Facebook - pinkinktatoollc Instagram - pink_ink_tattoo

 

]]> My guest will share her story of survival when at just 39 she was diagnosed with stage 5 breast cancer. While coping with this recent diagnosis she loses her father suddenly. Although her doctor fought her at every turn she finally found her voice and a new doctor who listened and respected her decision to have a double mastectomy. It was an encounter with God that helped her overcome this difficult time in her life. Later after having reconstructive surgery she decides to leave her nursing career to become a Certified 3D Areola Tattoo Artist. Today she is the founder of Pink Ink Tattoo where her passion and purpose is to help others look and feel whole again.  She says "I am right where I am suppose to be, I am living my second act."

Connect with her at pinkinktatoo.com
Facebook - pinkinktatoollc
Instagram - pink_ink_tattoo

 

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1998 3 34 full Anniversary Special - Top 10 Episodes - Your Host "Madeline Hernandez" Anniversary Special - Top 10 Episodes - Your Host "Madeline Hernandez" https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/anniversary-special-top-10-episodes-your-host-madeline-hernandez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/anniversary-special-top-10-episodes-your-host-madeline-hernandez/#comments Mon, 24 May 2021 08:02:14 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/eec9adc2-9f75-32dd-b793-6466edc6dfe3 Happy Anniversary Courageous Podcast! Courageous launched in May of 2020 and throughout the year has shared some incredible stories of strength, hope and faith. Courageous has been downloaded 4000+ times in over 23 countries around the world. In this episode I will share who made it to the top 4 of the year and how they each impacted me and our many listeners. I also round off the top 10 episodes and share a special message of gratitude for being part of this amazing journey. To all the guests, fans, listeners and followers thank you for making the first year of Courageous so successful. I appreciate your support and thank you for helping me spread the love and hope of Christ. Please tune in to all our episodes and continue to share this platform. Courageous Podcast where you story has the power to inspire the world!

Please follow and connect with me on: Facebook - @courageous2020 Instagram - @courageous_podcast

Please follow and subscribe to Courageous Podcast on your favorite podcast listening platform.

]]> Happy Anniversary Courageous Podcast! Courageous launched in May of 2020 and throughout the year has shared some incredible stories of strength, hope and faith. Courageous has been downloaded 4000+ times in over 23 countries around the world. In this episode I will share who made it to the top 4 of the year and how they each impacted me and our many listeners. I also round off the top 10 episodes and share a special message of gratitude for being part of this amazing journey. To all the guests, fans, listeners and followers thank you for making the first year of Courageous so successful. I appreciate your support and thank you for helping me spread the love and hope of Christ. Please tune in to all our episodes and continue to share this platform. Courageous Podcast where you story has the power to inspire the world!

Please follow and connect with me on:
Facebook - @courageous2020
Instagram - @courageous_podcast

Please follow and subscribe to Courageous Podcast on your favorite podcast listening platform.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1456 3 33 full How the military taught her to stand up and fight - Sgt. Melanie Velez How the military taught her to stand up and fight - Sgt. Melanie Velez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-the-military-taught-her-to-stand-up-and-fight-sgt-melanie-velez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-the-military-taught-her-to-stand-up-and-fight-sgt-melanie-velez/#comments Mon, 16 Nov 2020 04:30:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/acc9e211-36c1-3d96-9e30-ec15320db65b My guest was only 18 years old when she joined the Air Force. On her first deployment to Afghanistan a fellow soldier began to take an interest in her which later turned into harassment and stalking. Unfortunately her superiors did not believe or support her. It wasn't until she brought statements from witnesses and social media that they finally took action. She's says "if it wasn't for my friends watching over me I don't know what could've happened, it's sad that in 2020 woman and men are still dealing with these types of issues. Today as she looks back at her 12 year career she wants to encourage others to stand up and fight because at the end of the day the only person that's going to be there for you, IS YOU!

]]> My guest was only 18 years old when she joined the Air Force. On her first deployment to Afghanistan a fellow soldier began to take an interest in her which later turned into harassment and stalking. Unfortunately her superiors did not believe or support her. It wasn't until she brought statements from witnesses and social media that they finally took action. She's says "if it wasn't for my friends watching over me I don't know what could've happened, it's sad that in 2020 woman and men are still dealing with these types of issues. Today as she looks back at her 12 year career she wants to encourage others to stand up and fight because at the end of the day the only person that's going to be there for you, IS YOU!

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1704 2 31 full How a tragedy in the military gave him true purpose- Carlos Evans How a tragedy in the military gave him true purpose- Carlos Evans https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-tragedy-in-the-military-gave-him-true-purpose-carlos-evans/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-tragedy-in-the-military-gave-him-true-purpose-carlos-evans/#comments Mon, 09 Nov 2020 04:30:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/3103204d-dcaa-3f94-a0f0-0153c9fb13d8 My guest shares after seeing the tragedy of 9/11 unfold, he felt deeply called to serve his country and joined the Marines. In 2010 while on foot patrol in Afghanistan he stepped on an explosion and lost both legs and part of his left arm. It was the unconditional love of his wife, the support of his family and his faith in God that gave him the strength to overcome. He and his wife are co-authors of "Standing Together" where they share their inspiring true story of healing. Today they are traveling the world supporting other wounded warriors and their families by bringing the hope and love of Christ. Carlos says "today I am touching more people with one hand and leaving more footprints with no feet." 

Purchase the book "Standing Together"  at Amazon! Support their non-profit at www.crevans.org.

]]> My guest shares after seeing the tragedy of 9/11 unfold, he felt deeply called to serve his country and joined the Marines. In 2010 while on foot patrol in Afghanistan he stepped on an explosion and lost both legs and part of his left arm. It was the unconditional love of his wife, the support of his family and his faith in God that gave him the strength to overcome. He and his wife are co-authors of "Standing Together" where they share their inspiring true story of healing. Today they are traveling the world supporting other wounded warriors and their families by bringing the hope and love of Christ. Carlos says "today I am touching more people with one hand and leaving more footprints with no feet." 

Purchase the book "Standing Together" 
at Amazon!
Support their non-profit at www.crevans.org.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1761 2 30 full How she turned a dream into reality - Sarah Colon Harris How she turned a dream into reality - Sarah Colon Harris https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-turned-a-dream-into-reality-sarah-colon-harris/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-turned-a-dream-into-reality-sarah-colon-harris/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2020 04:30:00 -0600 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/5463c4a0-22c7-3bdd-b167-008b5c6b7f93 My guest will share how she struggled with her identity and how to fit in as a Puerto Rican girl growing up in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her dream was to be on tv and become a reporter. At 19 she got pregnant, married and divorced by age 22. Although she faced many challenges along the way she was determined to be on television and eventually achieved her dream. Today she owns a production company and runs a non profit where she inspires not only Latinas, but a diverse community of woman where they can learn, grow and achieve their dreams together.

]]> My guest will share how she struggled with her identity and how to fit in as a Puerto Rican girl growing up in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her dream was to be on tv and become a reporter. At 19 she got pregnant, married and divorced by age 22. Although she faced many challenges along the way she was determined to be on television and eventually achieved her dream. Today she owns a production company and runs a non profit where she inspires not only Latinas, but a diverse community of woman where they can learn, grow and achieve their dreams together.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2159 29 full From the projects to college graduate - Leon Roberts From the projects to college graduate - Leon Roberts https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-the-projects-to-college-graduate-leon-roberts/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-the-projects-to-college-graduate-leon-roberts/#comments Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/318e73c8-41f4-37fc-82fc-cb252710b682 My guest will share how growing up to a single mom in the infamous Cabrini Green Projects in Chicago were some of the most difficult years of his life. Growing up he didn't have time to dream about the future as he didn't think he would live past high school. He was inspired by his girlfriend to go on to college where he was the first in his family to obtain a BA and Masters degree. He shared he would not change a thing as its made him the man he is today. He says "there's a god who has our back and controls it all, if we just pray and have faith."

]]> My guest will share how growing up to a single mom in the infamous Cabrini Green Projects in Chicago were some of the most difficult years of his life. Growing up he didn't have time to dream about the future as he didn't think he would live past high school. He was inspired by his girlfriend to go on to college where he was the first in his family to obtain a BA and Masters degree. He shared he would not change a thing as its made him the man he is today. He says "there's a god who has our back and controls it all, if we just pray and have faith."

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1425 2 28 full Educator, Advocate and Activist... - Sofia Gonzalez Educator, Advocate and Activist... - Sofia Gonzalez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/educator-advocate-and-activist-sofia-gonzalez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/educator-advocate-and-activist-sofia-gonzalez/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e82c01ab-a3a2-307a-bc67-15053ed6e223 My guest is a passionate educator who began her career in a gang infested, impoverished neighborhood in Chicago. Her first few years of teaching she ended up burying her students instead of graduating them. One day the lord said "you know you have to do something about this." Out of her tireless commitment to education and a heart for the underprivileged she began a non profit called "project 214." In 2019 she was named "Educator of the Year" and today continues to promote justice in all the earth.

]]> My guest is a passionate educator who began her career in a gang infested, impoverished neighborhood in Chicago. Her first few years of teaching she ended up burying her students instead of graduating them. One day the lord said "you know you have to do something about this." Out of her tireless commitment to education and a heart for the underprivileged she began a non profit called "project 214." In 2019 she was named "Educator of the Year" and today continues to promote justice in all the earth.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2667 2 27 full How she lost 2 parents in 2 years...- Taina Luz Collazo Rosa How she lost 2 parents in 2 years...- Taina Luz Collazo Rosa https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-lost-2-parents-in-2-years-taina-luz-collazo-rosa/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-lost-2-parents-in-2-years-taina-luz-collazo-rosa/#comments Mon, 05 Oct 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/5b713756-0d39-38ea-b8fe-920925e73eab My guest will share her amazing story of strength and hope. At the age of 13 her dad was diagnosed with HIV and then later she faces the pain of seeing both her parents fight and lose their battle to cancer. Honoring her parents legacy was her motivation to push through. She says God has always been her rock and she leaned into him everyday to find healing. Today she is dedicated to being present for her children and extended family as they create new memories together. 

]]> My guest will share her amazing story of strength and hope. At the age of 13 her dad was diagnosed with HIV and then later she faces the pain of seeing both her parents fight and lose their battle to cancer. Honoring her parents legacy was her motivation to push through. She says God has always been her rock and she leaned into him everyday to find healing. Today she is dedicated to being present for her children and extended family as they create new memories together. 

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1667 2 26 full How one night changed her life forever- Wendy Anleu How one night changed her life forever- Wendy Anleu https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-one-night-changed-her-life-forever-wendy-anleu/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-one-night-changed-her-life-forever-wendy-anleu/#comments Mon, 21 Sep 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/56df281f-c4a8-34bf-ae54-d0f269caa5b7 My guest shares how one night while out partying, she confided in someone she thought she could trust and how he took advantage of her. The guilt and shame of being assaulted was too much to bear.

Until one day the lord said "I remember you, I have not forgotten you and I love you." She says "the only way to find healing is through Jesus." Today she lives in freedom and is giving back by becoming a certified foster parent so she can support families on their healing journey.  

Tune in too PART 2  6/6/22 - The journey of a foster parent - Wendy Anleu

Also tune in the her foster daughters story - 6/13/22 - How a single mom held on too HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro

]]> My guest shares how one night while out partying, she confided in someone she thought she could trust and how he took advantage of her. The guilt and shame of being assaulted was too much to bear.

Until one day the lord said "I remember you, I have not forgotten you and I love you." She says "the only way to find healing is through Jesus." Today she lives in freedom and is giving back by becoming a certified foster parent so she can support families on their healing journey.  

Tune in too PART 2  6/6/22 - The journey of a foster parent - Wendy Anleu

Also tune in the her foster daughters story - 6/13/22 - How a single mom held on too HOPE in the midst of pain - Mercy Castro

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1737 2 28 full Her journey of success, to loss, to sobriety - Valerie Sanchez Her journey of success, to loss, to sobriety - Valerie Sanchez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-success-on-wall-street-to-losing-everything-valerie-sanchez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-success-on-wall-street-to-losing-everything-valerie-sanchez/#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/645429a9-0266-399d-8c27-5acc91af42f0 My guest shares how she created a very successful career on Wall Street and how her life began to fall apart in 2010 as she experienced great loss. Unable to cope with her grief she turned to alcohol to mask her pain. Until one day god used a stranger on the street to speak to her and she cried out to god for help. After losing everything she rebuilt her life and found help through rehab and therapy. Today her family is thriving and she is giving back by helping others who have struggled with the same issues. 

]]> My guest shares how she created a very successful career on Wall Street and how her life began to fall apart in 2010 as she experienced great loss. Unable to cope with her grief she turned to alcohol to mask her pain. Until one day god used a stranger on the street to speak to her and she cried out to god for help. After losing everything she rebuilt her life and found help through rehab and therapy. Today her family is thriving and she is giving back by helping others who have struggled with the same issues. 

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2726 2 24 full A pastors journey through loss and healing - Pastor Rico Altiery - Part 2 A pastors journey through loss and healing - Pastor Rico Altiery - Part 2 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-pastors-journey-through-loss-and-healing-pastor-rico-altiery/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/a-pastors-journey-through-loss-and-healing-pastor-rico-altiery/#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/f7ba4413-5729-36e7-9569-dff490de422b How a pastor and big brother pretended to be strong as he watched his courageous sister fight cancer. He shares the pain of seeing her deteriorate and how he never took the time to mourn her loss. In life and death she taught him how to be strong, to live life to the fullest and how to trust gods plan until the very end. Today he has found healing and is counseling others on the importance of taking the time to mourn and find healing. Tune in to his wife's journey on Episode #10 - How Multiple Sclerosis changed her life - Pastor Daisy Altiery. Also Episode #3 - Losing his wife to Cancer with Ismael "Brat" Hernandez - Part 1.

]]> How a pastor and big brother pretended to be strong as he watched his courageous sister fight cancer. He shares the pain of seeing her deteriorate and how he never took the time to mourn her loss. In life and death she taught him how to be strong, to live life to the fullest and how to trust gods plan until the very end. Today he has found healing and is counseling others on the importance of taking the time to mourn and find healing. Tune in to his wife's journey on Episode #10 - How Multiple Sclerosis changed her life - Pastor Daisy Altiery. Also Episode #3 - Losing his wife to Cancer with Ismael "Brat" Hernandez - Part 1.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2839 2 23 full Finding healing after the loss of a baby - Perla Rodriguez Finding healing after the loss of a baby - Perla Rodriguez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/finding-healing-after-the-loss-of-a-baby-perla-rodriguez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/finding-healing-after-the-loss-of-a-baby-perla-rodriguez/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/8f6de8fe-bfae-35c0-9da5-463fa4fe1beb At just 19 years old my guest was diagnosed with lupus and was told she would never have children. She shares how god blessed her with a baby and the pain she experienced after loosing him. After receiving a kidney transplant she knew that God was giving her a second chance at motherhood. Today she has a beautiful family and she and her husband counsel other couples experiencing the same hardships.

]]> At just 19 years old my guest was diagnosed with lupus and was told she would never have children. She shares how god blessed her with a baby and the pain she experienced after loosing him. After receiving a kidney transplant she knew that God was giving her a second chance at motherhood. Today she has a beautiful family and she and her husband counsel other couples experiencing the same hardships.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1849 1 22 full How she overcame verbal and physical abuse - Natisha Shockley How she overcame verbal and physical abuse - Natisha Shockley https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-overcame-verbal-and-physical-abuse-natisha-shockley/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-overcame-verbal-and-physical-abuse-natisha-shockley/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/6384d6d9-7fa8-52e9-800d-579622890ff5 From a very young age my guest shares how she experienced various types of abuse by the very people who should have protected her. She shares how God still saved her, protected her and gave her the love she yearned for. Today her life's calling is to point people to Jesus and equip parents with healthy and effective tools to raise their children. As a wife and mother she declares the generational curse of abuse stops now...

]]> From a very young age my guest shares how she experienced various types of abuse by the very people who should have protected her. She shares how God still saved her, protected her and gave her the love she yearned for. Today her life's calling is to point people to Jesus and equip parents with healthy and effective tools to raise their children. As a wife and mother she declares the generational curse of abuse stops now...

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2438 1 21 full How she found her true identity - Jasmine Lopez How she found her true identity - Jasmine Lopez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-found-her-true-identity-jasmin-lopez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-found-her-true-identity-jasmin-lopez/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/6fc850be-366f-50a0-a990-f0fcf74618c8 My guest shares how the absence of her father influenced how she viewed herself and the world. How she struggled with her cultural and latin identity and how that impacted her business. Today she has found her authentic self and is successfully pursuing her god dreams.

]]> My guest shares how the absence of her father influenced how she viewed herself and the world. How she struggled with her cultural and latin identity and how that impacted her business. Today she has found her authentic self and is successfully pursuing her god dreams.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1669 1 20 full The story of boxing pro...David Diaz The story of boxing pro...David Diaz https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-boxing-pro-david-diaz/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-boxing-pro-david-diaz/#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/c23ed429-b6f3-5eb1-af4e-6d1ca428fc24 Born to immigrant parents from Mexico, David fell in love with boxing at the age of 8. How he fought to achieve his boxing dreams and making it to the Olympics. He share how fighting the World Champion Manny Pacquiao was a once in a lifetime opportunity. His motivation to push through has always been his dad and the love for his entire family. Today he is grateful and enjoying life alongside his wife and 3 sons.

]]> Born to immigrant parents from Mexico, David fell in love with boxing at the age of 8. How he fought to achieve his boxing dreams and making it to the Olympics. He share how fighting the World Champion Manny Pacquiao was a once in a lifetime opportunity. His motivation to push through has always been his dad and the love for his entire family. Today he is grateful and enjoying life alongside his wife and 3 sons.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1705 1 19 full Accepting your child has Autism - Silvia Verga Accepting your child has Autism - Silvia Verga https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/accepting-your-child-has-autism-silvia-verga/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/accepting-your-child-has-autism-silvia-verga/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/6400311e-5df6-52f0-a35f-379a89dc7cd5 When her child was diagnosed with Autism she planned to run away as she could not accept it. She shares how she fought with God and asked him for a sign. Then her faith was tested once again, after her son was hit by a car. Today she is proud to serve and support families with special needs kids and her son Jeremy is thriving and dreaming big.

]]> When her child was diagnosed with Autism she planned to run away as she could not accept it. She shares how she fought with God and asked him for a sign. Then her faith was tested once again, after her son was hit by a car. Today she is proud to serve and support families with special needs kids and her son Jeremy is thriving and dreaming big.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1564 1 18 full Growing up in a broken home - Nate Cancel Growing up in a broken home - Nate Cancel https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/growing-up-in-a-broken-home-nate-cancel/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/growing-up-in-a-broken-home-nate-cancel/#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/d9a47eb6-0c90-5bf8-85f8-3a8f34ec864f Growing up in a broken home my guest shares how he wanted something different for his future family. Nate is Chicago police officer who's goal is to protect and serve the community. He says he's greatest weapon is the power of his mouth which he uses to encourage and influence people in a positive way. Today he is most proud of being a husband, father and a child of god.

]]> Growing up in a broken home my guest shares how he wanted something different for his future family. Nate is Chicago police officer who's goal is to protect and serve the community. He says he's greatest weapon is the power of his mouth which he uses to encourage and influence people in a positive way. Today he is most proud of being a husband, father and a child of god.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2176 1 17 full Infertility to Miscarriage - Part 2 - Your Host Madeline Hernandez Infertility to Miscarriage - Part 2 - Your Host Madeline Hernandez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/infertility-to-miscarriage-part-2-your-host-madeline-hernandez/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/infertility-to-miscarriage-part-2-your-host-madeline-hernandez/#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/90ef0551-df58-52c2-8def-4267063a7f25 I'm your host Madeline Hernandez...In Part 2 I will share my struggles with miscarriage and being diagnosed with a chronic condition called Fibromyalgia. On the hardest days God used my little boy to speak life into me. Today I have found healing and comfort in knowing I will see my babies again.

]]> I'm your host Madeline Hernandez...In Part 2 I will share my struggles with miscarriage and being diagnosed with a chronic condition called Fibromyalgia. On the hardest days God used my little boy to speak life into me. Today I have found healing and comfort in knowing I will see my babies again.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1536 1 16 full Infertility to Miscarriage...Part 1 - Your Host Madeline Hernandez Infertility to Miscarriage...Part 1 - Your Host Madeline Hernandez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/infertility-to-miscarriagepart-1/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/infertility-to-miscarriagepart-1/#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2020 06:21:40 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e9d1d3f8-5e8f-5c69-b96a-f108c64c5177 I'm your host Madeline Hernandez...My story of infertility to miscarriage goes hand in hand...I will open up about the challenges I faced trying to get pregnant, being rejected by my dad and the pain I experienced during that season of my life. My covenant with God and how he answered my prayers.

]]> I'm your host Madeline Hernandez...My story of infertility to miscarriage goes hand in hand...I will open up about the challenges I faced trying to get pregnant, being rejected by my dad and the pain I experienced during that season of my life. My covenant with God and how he answered my prayers.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1519 1 15 full The impact of growing up fatherless - Jovanni Cedeno The impact of growing up fatherless - Jovanni Cedeno https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-impact-of-growing-up-fatherless/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-impact-of-growing-up-fatherless/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/c9da0914-4527-5d08-8c8e-c1d01360ac53 How the absence of his father impacted his emotional health. My guest will share the importance of mental health and his perspective on becoming a man, family life and marriage. He states the opposite of depression is purpose. It was when he started serving the poor that he found purpose and true joy.

]]> How the absence of his father impacted his emotional health. My guest will share the importance of mental health and his perspective on becoming a man, family life and marriage. He states the opposite of depression is purpose. It was when he started serving the poor that he found purpose and true joy.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1737 1 14 full How she fought to find healing and happiness - Stephanie Marie Gonzalez - Part 3 Series How she fought to find healing and happiness - Stephanie Marie Gonzalez - Part 3 Series https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-youth-service-changed-her-life/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-youth-service-changed-her-life/#comments Mon, 22 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/c85fb350-f8cc-521f-95d2-3512940530b6 My guest will share her story of living with a rare condition and loosing her mom to suicide when she was 16. It was when she attended a youth service that God was able to bring healing and forgiveness. Today her motivation to live life is her little brother who has Down Syndrome. Her blended family is the biggest blessing in her life. To hear the full story of her family...Check out Episodes 7 & 8 (Impacted by suicide and raising a special needs child)

]]> My guest will share her story of living with a rare condition and loosing her mom to suicide when she was 16. It was when she attended a youth service that God was able to bring healing and forgiveness. Today her motivation to live life is her little brother who has Down Syndrome. Her blended family is the biggest blessing in her life. To hear the full story of her family...Check out Episodes 7 & 8 (Impacted by suicide and raising a special needs child)

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1689 1 13 full How being a victim of crime made her stronger - Yesenia "Jessie" Cruz How being a victim of crime made her stronger - Yesenia "Jessie" Cruz https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-being-a-victim-of-crime-made-her-stronger/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-being-a-victim-of-crime-made-her-stronger/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/60261722-aa67-524c-b1c8-44114d4886a2 My guest will share how being a victim of a crime at just 3 years old hurt her...but did not break her. Her mom was there to encourage her every step of the way. Today she is a force to be reckoned with and a hero to herself and others in her life.

]]> My guest will share how being a victim of a crime at just 3 years old hurt her...but did not break her. Her mom was there to encourage her every step of the way. Today she is a force to be reckoned with and a hero to herself and others in her life.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1493 1 12 full The story of a teacher, coach and mentor - Nick Lozada The story of a teacher, coach and mentor - Nick Lozada https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-a-teacher-coach-and-mentor/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-story-of-a-teacher-coach-and-mentor/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/0776d5b1-5bc7-5551-878f-0f90377bc235 Growing up in Humboldt Park in Chicago my guest will share his journey as a college athlete and the difficulties he faced. When he felt alone he called on god to carry him through. Today he is a teacher, coach and mentor who is giving back by serving the youth in his community.

]]> Growing up in Humboldt Park in Chicago my guest will share his journey as a college athlete and the difficulties he faced. When he felt alone he called on god to carry him through. Today he is a teacher, coach and mentor who is giving back by serving the youth in his community.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1965 1 11 full How Multiple Sclerosis changed her life - Pastor Daisy Altiery How Multiple Sclerosis changed her life - Pastor Daisy Altiery https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-multiple-sclerosis-changed-her-life/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-multiple-sclerosis-changed-her-life/#comments Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/50b89fee-9d54-5f9b-b7f0-c7129c8422be My guest will open up about her faith journey with MS. She shares how she surrendered her limitations to Gods unlimited desires and strength. Her faith and family was the key to getting her through. Today she is thriving and continuing to walk in her calling.

]]> My guest will open up about her faith journey with MS. She shares how she surrendered her limitations to Gods unlimited desires and strength. Her faith and family was the key to getting her through. Today she is thriving and continuing to walk in her calling.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2472 1 10 full From little league to the BIG Leagues - Lou Collier From little league to the BIG Leagues - Lou Collier https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-little-league-to-the-big-leagues/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-little-league-to-the-big-leagues/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e1857499-d22f-50f5-a030-736ca4973676 How a kid from the Southside of Chicago struggled to achieve his dream of becoming a major league baseball player. He shares how it felt to play at Wrigley Field and how in the hardest moments God exalted him and sent angles his way. Today he coaches and mentors young men to become the best on and off the field.

]]> How a kid from the Southside of Chicago struggled to achieve his dream of becoming a major league baseball player. He shares how it felt to play at Wrigley Field and how in the hardest moments God exalted him and sent angles his way. Today he coaches and mentors young men to become the best on and off the field.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 2802 1 9 full Raising a special needs child - Lisa Gonzalez Part-2 Raising a special needs child - Lisa Gonzalez Part-2 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/raising-a-special-needs-child/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/raising-a-special-needs-child/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/7a3de4c3-c008-5921-b753-cb6c9b2c432f My guest will share her journey of faith over fear while raising a child with down syndrome. Today she and her husband are his greatest advocates. He is a true blessing to this beautiful blended family and loved everywhere he goes. Tune in to the full story of her family and listen to Part 1 - Episode #7-How a family was impacted by suicide and Part 3 - Episode #13-How she fought to find healing and happiness.

]]> My guest will share her journey of faith over fear while raising a child with down syndrome. Today she and her husband are his greatest advocates. He is a true blessing to this beautiful blended family and loved everywhere he goes. Tune in to the full story of her family and listen to Part 1 - Episode #7-How a family was impacted by suicide and Part 3 - Episode #13-How she fought to find healing and happiness.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1776 1 8 full How a family was impacted by suicide - Cirilo Gonzalez - Part 1 How a family was impacted by suicide - Cirilo Gonzalez - Part 1 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-family-was-impacted-by-suicide/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-a-family-was-impacted-by-suicide/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/3008dd0d-df5c-5316-8577-ddeb482117c8 How this single dad of 2 young kids copes after losing his ex-wife to suicide. Giving up was not an option as he had to support his kids through this heartbreaking tragedy. Today he is happily married with a blended family and living a life he never thought possible. Tune in the full story of his family in Episode #8 Raising a Special Needs Child and Episode #13 How she fought to find healing and happiness.

]]> How this single dad of 2 young kids copes after losing his ex-wife to suicide. Giving up was not an option as he had to support his kids through this heartbreaking tragedy. Today he is happily married with a blended family and living a life he never thought possible. Tune in the full story of his family in Episode #8 Raising a Special Needs Child and Episode #13 How she fought to find healing and happiness.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1504 1 7 full How she lost everything and chose forgiveness - Elena Rodriguez Zehr How she lost everything and chose forgiveness - Elena Rodriguez Zehr https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-lost-everything-and-chose-forgiveness/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-she-lost-everything-and-chose-forgiveness/#comments Thu, 28 May 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/8723b13e-ca4b-5d44-9931-f36708c29be6 How she lost everything and is left financially ruined. As she is rebuilding her life she discovers a painful secret about her late husband. Why she knew she had to forgive him in order to find peace and move forward.

]]> How she lost everything and is left financially ruined. As she is rebuilding her life she discovers a painful secret about her late husband. Why she knew she had to forgive him in order to find peace and move forward.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1658 1 6 full How two life changing moments led her to saving lives - Zadie Alicea Ballesteros How two life changing moments led her to saving lives - Zadie Alicea Ballesteros https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-two-life-changing-moments-led-her-to-saving-lives/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/how-two-life-changing-moments-led-her-to-saving-lives/#comments Mon, 25 May 2020 04:30:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/a7993789-b0cc-5e38-8e92-0dc10cf3aa58 How two tragic life changing moments led her to becoming a Respiratory Care Practitioner. She is proud to serve people every single day and contribute to saving lives. She will share her experience treating patients with COVID-19

]]> How two tragic life changing moments led her to becoming a Respiratory Care Practitioner. She is proud to serve people every single day and contribute to saving lives. She will share her experience treating patients with COVID-19

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1337 5 full Overcoming childhood trauma and pain - Brenda Gomez Overcoming childhood trauma and pain - Brenda Gomez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/overcoming-childhood-trauma-and-pain/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/overcoming-childhood-trauma-and-pain/#comments Thu, 21 May 2020 04:45:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/875f6f0c-127a-5d93-b36a-107d56af39df Growing up in Puerto Rico to starting over in New York...My guest shares how she was able to overcome childhood trauma and unprocessed pain. Her journey to find healing has equipped her to help others find healing and move forward.

]]> Growing up in Puerto Rico to starting over in New York...My guest shares how she was able to overcome childhood trauma and unprocessed pain. Her journey to find healing has equipped her to help others find healing and move forward.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1628 1 4 full Losing his wife to cancer...how his faith carried him through - Ismael "Brat" Hernandez- Part 1 Losing his wife to cancer...how his faith carried him through - Ismael "Brat" Hernandez- Part 1 https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/losing-his-wife-to-cancerhow-his-faith-carried-him-through/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/losing-his-wife-to-cancerhow-his-faith-carried-him-through/#comments Mon, 18 May 2020 04:45:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/04417911-51c4-5396-9fb1-95c48bdbb51f How one man faces the reality of his wife's cancer diagnosis and left to raise their daughter alone. When he did not have the strength to go on his faith in God carried him through. He shares how he rebuilt his life and finally found peace and love once again. Tune in to Part 2 - Season 2 - Episode #23 - A pastors journey through loss and healing.

]]> How one man faces the reality of his wife's cancer diagnosis and left to raise their daughter alone. When he did not have the strength to go on his faith in God carried him through. He shares how he rebuilt his life and finally found peace and love once again. Tune in to Part 2 - Season 2 - Episode #23 - A pastors journey through loss and healing.

]]> Madeline Hernandez false No 1459 1 3 full From Addiction to Substance Abuse Counselor - Joe Thomas From Addiction to Substance Abuse Counselor - Joe Thomas https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-addiction-to-substance-abuse-counselor/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/from-addiction-to-substance-abuse-counselor/#comments Thu, 14 May 2020 06:15:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e612164c-26e2-5ed4-9137-12e87ac5cbd0 What leads someone to drug addiction and becoming homeless? Tune in to hear this amazing story...How one man finally overcomes years of addiction and being homeless and is now on a mission to help others find hope and happiness.

]]> What leads someone to drug addiction and becoming homeless? Tune in to hear this amazing story...How one man finally overcomes years of addiction and being homeless and is now on a mission to help others find hope and happiness.

]]> What leads someone to drug addiction and becoming homeless? Tune in to hear this amazing story...How one man finally overcomes years of addiction and being homeless and is now on a mission to help others find hope and happiness. Madeline Hernandez false No 1682 1 2 full Left for dead at 17...Today living with purpose - Pastor Jaime Navarro Left for dead at 17...Today living with purpose - Pastor Jaime Navarro https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/left-for-dead-at-17today-living-with-purpose/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/left-for-dead-at-17today-living-with-purpose/#comments Mon, 11 May 2020 07:02:47 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/992cd5ea-16f7-59fd-a783-27dce425e3af While walking home one night a 17 year old is shot 3 times and left for dead.... My guest shares his triumphant story of survival and perseverance. Looking back he realizes God had a greater plan and purpose for his life from the very beginning.

]]> While walking home one night a 17 year old is shot 3 times and left for dead.... My guest shares his triumphant story of survival and perseverance. Looking back he realizes God had a greater plan and purpose for his life from the very beginning.

]]> While walking home one night a 17 year old is shot 3 times and left for dead.... My guest shares his triumphant story of survival and perseverance. Looking back he realizes God had a greater plan and purpose for his life from the very beginning. Madeline Hernandez false No 2212 1 1 full Welcome to the Courageous Podcast - Host - Madeline Hernandez Welcome to the Courageous Podcast - Host - Madeline Hernandez https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/welcome-to-the-courageous-podcast/ https://courageouspodcast.podbean.com/e/welcome-to-the-courageous-podcast/#comments Mon, 11 May 2020 04:00:00 -0500 courageouspodcast.podbean.com/797ae6c8-b216-520d-be36-305eda115d53 Hello and Welcome to the Courageous Podcast...a place where you will find encouragement and hope in the midst of life's greatest adversities.

We have all faced obstacles in our lives but it's through those life-changing moments that we find out how strong we really are. I believe that our story is not just for us but a testimony of our strength and hope for others, so that they too can overcome.

I am a wife, mother, entrepreneur, HR Consultant and Certified speaker, coach, trainer, mentor and podcaster whose heart has always been to encourage, support and serve others. I believe we are strong enough to overcome any adversity we may face.

My guests will share their raw, authentic and inspirational stories of strength, hope and faith and how they were able to find healing and rise up stronger to live their best life. Join us on the Courageous Podcast "where your story has the power to inspire the world."

Follow the Courageous Podcast:

Facebook - courageous2020

Instagram - courageous_podcast

]]> Hello and Welcome to the Courageous Podcast...a place where you will find encouragement and hope in the midst of life's greatest adversities.

We have all faced obstacles in our lives but it's through those life-changing moments that we find out how strong we really are. I believe that our story is not just for us but a testimony of our strength and hope for others, so that they too can overcome.

I am a wife, mother, entrepreneur, HR Consultant and Certified speaker, coach, trainer, mentor and podcaster whose heart has always been to encourage, support and serve others. I believe we are strong enough to overcome any adversity we may face.


My guests will share their raw, authentic and inspirational stories of strength, hope and faith and how they were able to find healing and rise up stronger to live their best life. Join us on the Courageous Podcast "where your story has the power to inspire the world."

Follow the Courageous Podcast:

Facebook - courageous2020

Instagram - courageous_podcast

]]> Hello and Welcome to the Courageous Podcast...a place where you will find encouragement and hope in the midst of life’s greatest adversities. We have all faced obstacles in our lives but it’s through those life-changing moments that we find out how strong we really are. I believe that our story is not just for us but a testimony of our strength and hope for others, so that they too can overcome. I am a wife, mother, entrepreneur, HR Consultant and Certified speaker, coach, trainer, mentor and podcaster whose heart has always been to encourage, support and serve others. I believe we are strong enough to overcome any adversity we may face. My guests will share their raw, authentic and inspirational stories of strength, hope and faith and how they were able to find healing and rise up stronger to live their best life. Join us on the Courageous Podcast ”where your story has the power to inspire the world.” Follow the Courageous Podcast: Facebook - courageous2020 Instagram - courageous_podcast Madeline Hernandez false No 658 4 trailer