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

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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. 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

Welcome to The Survivor’s Voice, where resilience meets hope. Kathleen story is a deeply moving account of grief, faith, and purpose. In this episode, she shares the tragic moment she witnessed a young boy’s death—and how that single event became a catalyst for healing not only in her life, but in the lives of countless others. Kathleen takes us from that heartbreaking afternoon to her calling in hospice care, her passion for GriefShare, and how Jesus became her anchor through every storm. This is a conversation about trauma, redemption, and what it truly means to show up for others in their darkest hours.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Kathleen Gianetti

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of childhood death, grief, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsor: Safe Harbor for Freedom exists to serve victims of human trafficking by providing secure housing options, intensive therapeutic services, acute and preventive medical assistance, reintegration resources, and community awareness through education. www.safeharborforfreedom.com

Stay Connected www.thesurvivorsvoice.net @TheSurvivorsVoicePodcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X

Sources Do you need help dealing with grief? Visit https://www.griefshare.org/

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