What happens when you bring Shakespeare, a sharp wit, a lifetime of experiences, and a little bit of chaos together? You get Mr. Jimmie Moglia! 😂

In this episode of

From his journey from Italy to America to his passion for Shakespeare and the power of words, Jimmie brings his own unique perspective to the conversation.

We explore how words written centuries ago can still speak to the human experience today, reminding us that wisdom, humor, and storytelling never truly go out of style.

And in true

Connect with Jimmie Moglia:

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Sarah shares her experiences with grief, the loss of her parents, and the struggles she’s faced along the way. We talk about dementia, spiritual gifts, talking to spirits, mediumship, and psychics, as well as her experience with hypnotherapy and how those sessions changed her life.

We also explore The Bastard Method—what inspired her to create it and the connection to her father.

An honest, unedited conversation about loss, personal discovery, and the experiences that shape us.

Content note: Includes discussions of grief, parental loss, and dementia, along with adult language. Spiritual experiences and hypnotherapy are discussed from a personal perspective.

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In this episode of

We explore the emotional impact of these relationships, the challenges of finding yourself again, and what it takes to reclaim your voice, your self-worth, and your personal power.

Because leaving the relationship is only one part of the journey. Healing means learning to trust yourself again, recognizing your worth, and understanding that your past does not have to define your future.

💜 You are more than what you’ve been through.

Join us for another raw, unfiltered conversation about survival, healing, and finding the strength to move forward.

Content Advisory: This episode discusses emotionally abusive relationships and narcissistic behavior. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of Unpacking with Michelle, I sit down with Terri Hackl of MVTK Unbound for a powerful conversation about domestic violence, abuse, and sex trafficking. Terri’s work goes beyond advocacy: she also helps rescue people who are being trafficked.

We discuss her work, the realities survivors face, and her commitment to supporting people as they move from victim to survivor to thriving. Learning that she’s from my hometown area made this conversation even more meaningful.

An honest conversation about compassion, courage, and showing up for people who need help.

Real. Raw. Unfiltered. We unpack it.

🔞 Adult content. Not intended for anyone under 18. This episode discusses domestic violence, abuse, and sex trafficking. Please listen with care.

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In this powerful episode of Unpacking with Michelle, Travis Sistrunk opens up about addiction, sobriety, and learning to live differently after life-changing experiences.

Travis allows himself to be vulnerable, faces difficult memories, and takes ownership of his choices. Together, we talk about grief, accountability, and the work of rebuilding a life while still learning how to move forward.

At the end of our conversation, Travis said, “I feel lighter.” Those words stayed with me.

This is an honest conversation about being human, owning your part, and giving yourself room to grow. If you’re navigating recovery or finding your footing again, there’s a place for you here.

Real. Raw. Unfiltered. Nothing is off the table.

Content note: This episode includes discussions of drug addiction, grief, and loss.

What happens when a Scottish Dungeon Master joins a Texas podcast host? We end up talking about a little bit of everything—and laughing along the way! 🐉👻

In this episode of Unpacking with Michelle, I sit down with Ayrton Beatty for a conversation filled with humor, honesty, and unexpected turns. Ayrton shares stories about the “grumpy ghost” she says haunts her home, her love of Dungeons & Dragons, and yes—even her travels to Texas!

We also make room for the harder parts of life: losing her brother and father, navigating grief in her own way, and surviving abuse from her former husband. Along the way, we explore religion, sexual orientations and the language people use to describe them, and embracing your unique personality.

We laughed. We giggled. We talked about things that hurt and things that make life interesting. Just two people connecting across the miles and letting the conversation unfold.

Real. Raw. Unfiltered. Nothing is off the table. 💜🐉🩷

Content note: Includes discussion of bereavement and domestic abuse.

We laughed. We cried. And we got honest about the parts of life that aren’t easy to talk about.

In this episode of Unpacking with Michelle, I sit down with Teri L. Busse—author, songwriter, speaker, advocate, and host of 13 Days of Silence: Living in the After.

Teri shares about losing her husband and the murder of her son, Rylee, and how those losses shaped her life and her commitment to helping other grieving families. Her work carries a deeply personal purpose: making sure people are remembered for their lives, their love, and who they were—not only how they died.

We also talk openly about addiction and recovery—her experience with alcohol, mine with drugs—and the painful truth about how addiction affected us as mothers. Two women owning our pasts, sharing what we’ve learned, and doing life the best we can.

We connect over writing books and songs, finding ways to express what we carry, and making room for laughter alongside grief. There were tears, there were laughs, and there was room for all of it.

If you’re grieving, rebuilding, or learning how to live with an absence that changes everything, we hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone. 🩷

Content note: This episode includes candid discussion of the loss of a spouse, the murder of a child, addiction, and parenting during active addiction. Adult language.

Real. Raw. Unfiltered.
This is Unpacking with Michelle.

What happens when life brings you face-to-face with one of your greatest battles, and instead of allowing it to define you, you use your experience to help others?

On this episode of Unpacking with Michelle, I welcome the inspiring Helinka Carr of Unspoken Rosebud, a bowel cancer survivor who has transformed her pain into power and purpose.

Helinka’s journey is a beautiful reminder that our most difficult chapters don’t have to be the end of our stories. Sometimes they’re the beginning of something extraordinary.

We celebrate resilience, courage, finding your voice, and the incredible strength it takes to turn personal struggles into something that can uplift others.

This is why I love doing what I do. Every person has a story, and sometimes sharing that story is exactly what someone else needs to hear.

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Many blessings 🩷🐉💜