In this powerful episode of Hope at the End of the Tunnel, hosts Juanita Woodson and Joi Phalo sit down with Terrie Ann Polk—mother, grandmother, and author—for a heartfelt conversation about faith, grief, healing, and the power of community.

Terrie shares her deeply personal journey through motherhood, relocation, and the devastating loss of her son. Through prayer, unwavering faith, and the support of community, she discovered strength in seasons that felt impossible to survive. This episode is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, hope is not lost—it’s what’s to come.

If you are navigating grief, struggling to trust God’s timing, or searching for encouragement in your faith walk, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

✨ In this episode, we discuss:

• Motherhood and faith through life’s hardest seasons

• Walking through grief while holding on to God

• The role of community in healing and restoration

• Finding strength through prayer and the Word of God

• Why hope is rooted in trusting God’s timing

📖 “Hope is what’s to come.”

🎧 Be encouraged, be strengthened, and remember—you are not alone in the tunnel.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Africa Roberts Bell for a heartfelt and faith-filled conversation about navigating the deep places of trauma, rediscovering hope, and embracing the light that God places within us — even when life feels overwhelmingly dark.

Dr. Africa reminds us that the darkness of the tunnel is not the absence of light. There is still a spark inside you, a divine reminder that you are never walking alone. Through community, prayer, journaling, affirmations, and honest reflection, healing becomes possible… step by step.

Whether you're in a season of stretching, healing, or rediscovery, this episode will meet you right where you are.

• Don’t confuse the darkness with the absence of God’s light

• The light you’re searching for is already within you

• Every step forward brings you closer to hope

• Keep walking — you may be closer than you think

• Healing grows stronger inside community

• Journaling and affirmations can shift your mindset and strengthen your faith

• Hope and faith are deeply connected

• God is ready to help you find your way

• You are not alone

• Persistence matters — don’t give up

💡 What You’ll Take Away

Healing while raising everybody else isn’t easy — but you don’t have to do it alone. 💡

In this episode of Hope at the End of the Tunnel, Joi and Juanita sit down with Cyteese Alexander — wife, mom of four, multi-time author, and Fall 2025 Moments for Moms magazine cover feature — for a powerful, honest conversation on what it really looks like to heal while you’re still showing up for everyone else.

From becoming a teen mom of three under two, navigating premature births and hospital stays, to realizing (years later) that she was raising her children from an unhealed place, Cyteese opens up about:

• Being the “generational curse breaker” in her family

• The moment she finally took her healing seriously

• Learning to take accountability and stop blaming everyone else

• Apologizing to her children for parenting from an unhealed place

• How prayer, journaling, and hard conversations became part of her healing toolkit

• Seeing that sometimes the light isn’t just at the end of the tunnel — it’s with you in the tunnel 🕯️

If you’re a mom who has ever felt like you were falling apart while holding everyone else together… this conversation is for you.
If you’ve ever wondered if it’s “too late” to start your healing journey… this episode is your reminder that it’s not.
And if you’re a former or current teen mom trying to rewrite your story… let this be your proof that God can still do something beautiful with your life. ✨

• What it looked like for Cyteese to be a teen mom and still choose healing

• How to recognize when you need healing (not just your kids or spouse)

• The power of accountability and owning your part

• Practical ways to process emotions: prayer, journaling, and writing letters

• Why apologizing to your children does not make you a weak parent

• What “hope at the end of the tunnel” means when you’re in a heavy season

• How God meets us in the tunnel and reminds us we are still the light of the world

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Stay tuned for her upcoming podcast: The Healing Lounge 📝

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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Dani Nicole—mother, author, and entrepreneur—as she opens up about her journey of faith, writing, self-awareness, and becoming the woman God called her to be.

Dani shares her story with honesty and grace, reflecting on motherhood, loss, rebuilding her life, and learning to honor her own dreams. From navigating grief to rediscovering hope, her transparency reminds us that purpose is shaped in the becoming—and every chapter of our story matters.

Whether you’re a mother seeking clarity, a writer leaning into your voice, or a woman on a journey of healing and growth, this episode will speak directly to your heart.

• Why self-awareness is essential in motherhood and personal growth

• How writing can become a powerful tool for healing and vulnerability

• What it means to pursue dreams while raising children

• Insights on navigating loss, grief, and faith-filled resilience

• The courage behind letting go of relationships that no longer serve you

• How hope becomes a daily decision, not a one-time moment

Join hosts Juanita Woodson and Joi West Falo on Hope at the End of the Tunnel as they sit down with Valencia Franklin, a registered nurse, single mother of five, and founder of Maddie’s Miracle Foundation. Valencia shares her journey of resilience, faith, and perseverance as she navigated life as a teen mother, cared for her daughter through multiple cancer battles, and pursued her nursing career—all while raising her children.

In this heartfelt episode, Valencia opens up about:

• How faith guided her through the most challenging seasons of motherhood

• Lessons learned from waiting, setbacks, and God’s timing

• Turning personal tragedy into purpose by giving back through her nonprofit

• Encouragement for anyone feeling like their prayers are unanswered

This episode is full of hope, practical wisdom, and inspiration for moms, caregivers, and anyone looking for encouragement in their own life journey.

Listen, reflect, and be reminded—there really is hope at the end of the tunnel.

Parenting can feel like walking through a dark tunnel—uncertain, painful, and sometimes lonely. In this episode of Hope at the End of the Tunnel, Shalonda McClellan shares her personal “mountain moment,” a season of fear, heartbreak, and unanswered questions as she navigated the challenges of parenting her daughter.

Drawing inspiration from Genesis 22, Shalonda reflects on how God transformed moments of fear into opportunities to grow her faith. She opens up about the moments that tested her obedience, the scriptures that anchored her in her darkest hours, and the full-circle experiences that reminded her God was always working behind the scenes.

Listeners will hear how Shalonda learned to surrender without giving up, cope with feelings of failure, and watch God bring transformation in her child’s life. This episode is a heartfelt encouragement for any parent walking through the valley, offering hope that even in the hardest seasons, God’s provision and purpose remain.

Tune in to discover what “Hope at the End of the Tunnel” truly means and be inspired by a story of unwavering faith, perseverance, and ultimate redemption.

Motherhood can be beautiful, challenging, and at times, quietly overwhelming. In this heartfelt episode of Hope at the End of the Tunnel, Karen Ganon joins us to open up about the silent struggles many mothers face when it comes to mental and emotional wellness. From recognizing the signs that your emotional health needs attention to practical coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety, Karen shares insights and personal experiences that resonate with every mom.

We dive into important conversations about setting boundaries, navigating emotional triggers, and finding hope in the midst of life’s challenges. Together, we explore what “hope at the end of the tunnel” truly looks like—through parenting, healing, faith, and resilience.

Whether you’re navigating the highs and lows of motherhood or seeking encouragement for your emotional well-being, this episode offers guidance, hope, and a reminder that you are not alone on this journey.

Motherhood is a journey filled with joy, sacrifice, and sometimes, deep pain. In this episode of Hope at the End of the Tunnel, hosts Juanita Woodson and Joy West-Phalo sit down with Dr. Tiffany Sayles for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, faith, and healing.

Dr. Tiffany shares her powerful story of pregnancy loss and how it shaped her mission to empower women through community, mentorship, and creating safe spaces for healing. Together, they explore the challenges mothers face, the importance of reaching out for help, and the legacy of hope that women can build for generations to come.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or in need of encouragement on your motherhood journey, this episode will remind you: you are not alone, and there is hope at the end of the tunnel.

✨ Topics Covered:

• Motherhood, grief, and resilience

• Navigating pregnancy loss and healing

• Why community and safe spaces matter

• Finding purpose in pain

• Mentorship and women empowerment through faith