Welcome to The Survivor’s Voice, where resilience meets hope.

Today we sit down with Taysia, a full-time mom and baker, whose journey through an abusive relationship, single motherhood, and starting over will leave you deeply moved. From experiencing emotional and physical abuse to courageously breaking free for her son’s safety, Taysia shares her incredible story of resilience, faith, and rebuilding her life through entrepreneurship and new love.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Taysia Matthias

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of domestic violence, substance abuse, emotional abuse, and child endangerment. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect: · Taysia’s upbringing and early signs of toxic relationship patterns · Surviving physical and emotional abuse during pregnancy and motherhood · The heartbreaking decision to leave for her child's safety · Building a new life through her baking business, Alani Bakery · Finding unexpected love and support after survival

Key Takeaways: · Believe people's actions the first time they show you who they are · There is a way out—even when it feels impossible · The importance of safe support systems and trusting your instincts · How taking one brave step can transform your life in ways you can’t yet imagine

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Produced & Edited by Krystina Elder | (YouTube:) Elder House Media

Special Thanks to Dan Wise | (YouTube:) North Idaho Podcast Productions​

Welcome to The Survivor’s Voice, where resilience meets hope.

Malaina was only 23 when her body started shutting down. What began as fatigue and brain fog escalated into stage four kidney failure, liver failure, and sepsis. In this powerful episode, Malena shares how unchecked alcoholism—masked by independence and a “normal” life—nearly killed her. She opens up about denial, medical trauma, body image, fear, and the radical shift that saved her life. Now sober and standing strong, Malena’s story is a raw, eye-opening reminder of how quickly life can unravel—and how much strength it takes to fight back.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Malaina Castillo

Trigger Warning

This episode includes discussions of alcoholism, medical trauma, and depression. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect:

• Malaina’s near-death experience after rapid liver and kidney failure
• The reality of high-functioning alcoholism in young adults
• Medical trauma and life inside the ICU
• How unprocessed emotions and denial masked a growing addiction
• The emotional impact of sobriety, loss, and learning to live differently

Key Takeaways:

• Sobriety is not just about quitting—it's about healing
• Denial can delay life-saving help
• Mental health is just as vital as physical health
• Even when it feels too late, it’s not over yet

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsor:

Safe Harbor for Freedom exists to serve victims of human trafficking by providing secure housing, therapy, medical care, reintegration support, and awareness education.

www.safeharborforfreedom.com

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www.thesurvivorsvoice.net

@TheSurvivorsVoicePodcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X

If Malaina’s story moved you, please share this episode and help us bring awareness to hidden struggles and unseen strength.

If you enjoy the Survivors voice, please give us a follow and a 5 star rating!

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Together, we remind survivors everywhere: Your story matters.

Produced & Edited by: Krystina Elder | YouTube: Elder House Media

Special Thanks to: Dan Wise | YouTube: North Idaho Podcast Productions​

Welcome to The Survivor’s Voice, where resilience meets hope. Nate is a survivor, justice warrior, and founder of The Innocent, a nonprofit equipping law enforcement to combat online predators. In this gripping episode, Nate shares how a gang abduction at gunpoint changed the course of his life—and how he turned his trauma into purpose. From surviving near-death in South Central LA to confronting child sacrifice overseas, Nate opens up about abuse, PTSD, faith, and the righteous anger that fuels his fight for children’s safety. This is more than a story—it’s a call to arms in the war for innocence. Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Nate Lewis Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of child sexual abuse, kidnapping, trauma, and violence. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast. What to Expect: · Nate’s harrowing story of being abducted during a gang initiation · How childhood abuse and silence shaped his early life · Building The Innocent to train law enforcement in proactive predator investigations · International work rescuing children from horrific abuse and ritual violence · Challenging social media platforms and empowering parents to take action Key Takeaways: · Trauma can be transformed into fierce advocacy · Anger, when channeled, becomes a powerful force for good · Every community member can play a role in protecting children · Light wins when people refuse to look away A Special Thank You to Our Sponsor: Safe Harbor for Freedom exists to serve victims of human trafficking by providing secure housing, therapy, medical care, reintegration support, and awareness education. www.safeharborforfreedom.com Stay Connected www.thesurvivorsvoice.net @TheSurvivorsVoicePodcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X Resources: Learn how to protect your community at www.theinnocent.org YouTube: @theinnocent.children IG and Fb: theinnocent.usa

If Nate’s story inspired you, share this episode and take a stand for the children in your community. Please follow, give us a 5-star rating, and leave a review! New episodes every Tuesday. Do you have a story to share? Contact: booking@thesurvivorsvoice.net Together, we remind survivors everywhere: Your story matters.

Produced & Edited by: Krystina Elder | Elder House Media Special Thanks to: Dan Wise | North Idaho Podcast Productions