Through the Fire with Angelina Paul is a deeply moving podcast that shares real stories of personal triumph over adversity. Hosted by Angelina Paul, this show explores the incredible journeys of individuals who have faced life’s toughest challenges—whether it’s battling childhood cancer, surviving abuse, or overcoming drug addiction—and emerged stronger on the other side. Each episode uncovers raw, inspiring tales of resilience, healing, and transformation, shedding light on the power of the human spirit to rise like a phoenix from the ashes. Tune in for stories that will motivate, uplift, and remind you that no matter the struggle, there is always a way to overcome

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Suzanne is a resilient woman whose life journey has been shaped by poverty, perseverance, and quiet strength. Raised on a farm in a small rural community, Suzanne grew up surrounded by animals and homegrown food—but also by the unspoken weight of generational struggle, shame, and scarcity. Her early life was marked by survival, not abundance, and by a deep longing for belonging and worth.Despite being the “good daughter” who followed the rules, attended Bible school, and married a pastor, Suzanne found herself in a long and difficult marriage that echoed many of the emotional and financial challenges of her upbringing. Through years of verbal and emotional abuse, financial hardship, and silenced faith, she eventually made the courageous decision to leave—for the sake of her daughter, and for herself.Since then, Suzanne has rebuilt her life with purpose and intention. From working at Starbucks and returning to school to become an Educational Assistant, to now helping other families understand and manage their money, Suzanne has doubled her income and found her voice. Her story is one of deep transformation, healing, and rediscovered faith.Today, she stands as a testament to what is possible when we choose to leave survival behind and step into healing. Suzanne’s journey will move you, challenge you, and remind you that even from the hardest places, it is possible to rise.

10 | Poverty to Purpose: Suzanne’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal

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Jennie is a true embodiment of transformation. Once a young girl raising her siblings in a home that didn’t feel safe, she left at 17 to survive—but over time, she learned how to truly live. As a mother, she found herself trapped in a cycle of shame, guilt, and survival mode, feeling the weight of generational trauma and the absence of support.Her turning point came when she checked herself into a hospital for her mental health—an act of courage that launched her into a decade-long healing journey. From working with a shaman to becoming a personal trainer and coaching over a thousand people, she chased success until she realized that healing required more than hustle.Now a guide for other women, she weaves together spirituality, energetic alignment, and lived wisdom to help mothers reclaim their worth and rewrite their stories. With vulnerability and strength, she speaks about setting boundaries, embracing divine identity, and the sacred role of the mother in healing the entire family system.If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, this conversation will meet you where you are—and gently show you what’s possible on the other side

9 | Jennie’s Path to Self-Worth and Sacred Motherhood

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Nicole Celeste is a multidisciplinary artist, speaker, and advocate whose life story is a raw, unfiltered portrait of identity lost and reclaimed. Raised in a loving home yet plagued by bullying and self-doubt, Nicole grew up deeply sensitive to the world around her—an intensity that shaped her inner life from the start.At 13, she found ballet. For a time, it was sanctuary and purpose, but the perfectionism and punishing demands of elite dance took their toll. By 18, Nicole walked away from the stage and into an identity crisis. What followed was a years-long spiral through addiction, fueled by pain, disconnection, and a search for self she couldn’t yet name.Art was the thread that never snapped. Even in her darkest moments—through drug use, relapse, and the loss of her best friend to overdose—Nicole stayed tethered to creativity. It was her way of surviving, and eventually, healing.Recovery wasn’t linear. Her father’s intervention, early access to Vancouver’s safe injection sites, and a growing spiritual awareness all played a role in pulling her back. But it was her own relentless self-inquiry—her refusal to abandon the search for meaning—that led her to something deeper.Today, Nicole speaks on addiction, identity, and spiritual awakening—not through the lens of doctrine, but through lived experience. Her message is clear: until we know ourselves, we can’t trust ourselves—and without trust, we can’t fully live. Nicole’s work is a call to wake up, reconnect, and remember who we really are

8 | Broken Pointe: The Story of a Ballerina’s Undoing and Becoming

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At just 12 years old, Christine’s world changed forever when she found her mother lifeless  after a tragic suicide—an image and moment that shattered her world. That traumatic moment left her carrying a burden of guilt, confusion, and deep spiritual anguish—especially after being told her mother would never make it to heaven. What followed was years of internal pain, self-destruction, addiction, and a search for meaning in all the wrong places.But Christine’s story doesn’t end in despair—it evolves into powerful healing. After becoming a mother herself, she began the painful yet beautiful work of breaking generational cycles and turning inward to heal. Through motherhood, intuition, spiritual reconnection, breathwork, and learning about trauma and the nervous system, Christine found the tools to rebuild her life.Christine is a powerful voice for healing, resilience, and self-love. In this episode, she opens up about grief, addiction, motherhood, and the raw, messy, miraculous journey back to herself. Her story reminds us that no matter how broken things feel, there’s always a way to rise again.

7 | Christine’s Story -The Girl Who Met Grief and Chose to Rise

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Addicted. Homeless. Healer. The Unlikely Journey of Taylor’s ComebackSome stories break your heart before they heal it. Today’s guest is one of those stories.Taylor is a mother of three, a survivor of addiction, and a living, breathing reminder that rock bottom is not the end — it’s often the beginning.For years, Taylor’s life was a cycle of sobriety and relapse — a tug-of-war between her love for her children and the grip of addiction. She’s faced homelessness, slept in cars, and did whatever she had to do to survive. But addiction doesn’t care about survival — it pulls you deeper until something — or someone — pulls you out.For Taylor, that ‘something’ was a yoga studio. A place she walked into broken, but left with tools that would completely change her life. Today, she’s a trauma informed yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner, helping other addicts find peace, healing, and hope through practices that once found her at her lowest.”This is a story of relapse and redemption. Of motherhood and mistakes. Of pain and purpose. And ultimately — of healing.

6 | Taylor's Story-Addicted. Homeless. Healer. The Unlikely Journey of Taylor’s Comeback

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In this episode we sit down with Ngozi, a Nigerian woman who has faced the challenges of being in an interracial marriage. From navigating cultural differences and family rejection to enduring racial prejudice and false accusations, her journey has been anything but easy.She has dealt with hurtful assumptions about her intentions, invasive scrutiny, and even the unsettling reality of relatives altering photos of her children to make them appear lighter. Through it all, she has stood firm in her love, her culture, and her identity.Join us as she shares her powerful story of resilience, motherhood, and the fight to rise above ignorance. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.

5 | Ngozi's Story-Boundaries, Self-Love and Racism

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Bex Salvidar is a first-generation Canadian. They are a mom and along with their partner they lived a traditional married life before embracing their non-binary identity. They share their journey of self-discovery.In this episode, Bexx reflects on the challenges they have faced, including growing up in an abusive home and walking through penile cancer with their partner. Join us as Bexx opens up about their powerful transformation, resilience, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

4 | Bexx Salvidar’s Story -  Embracing Identity and Resilience Through Life’s Challenges

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This is the powerful journey of Maddison, a survivor of a narcissistic relationship who has fought to reclaim her life while raising two daughters.Maddison’s story is one of resilience, courage, and transformation. She has navigated the numerous complexities including the emotional toll of co-parenting with her abuser, all while working to unlearn the deeply ingrained thought patterns that once kept her trapped.Through deep healing and self-discovery, she has not only rebuilt her own life but has stepped into her calling, helping others break free and find their own path to freedom.Her journey is raw, real, and deeply inspiring. If you’ve ever felt stuck, powerless, or unsure of how to move forward, Maddison’s story will remind you that healing is possible, freedom is within reach, and you are stronger than you think.

3 | Maddison’s Story – Breaking Free & Rebuilding Life

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Kristina, a single mother of three incredible neurodivergent children—two with Autism and one with Cerebral Palsy. Kristina’s journey is one of unwavering strength, deep love, and relentless faith.Beyond parenting and caregiving, Kristina has faced significant childhood trauma and yet she continues to rise. Through her faith journey, she has endured heartbreak, challenges, and struggles, but she refuses to let them define her. Kristina’s story is a testament to the power of faith, love, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Tune in to hear her powerful journey of courage, healing, and hope.

2 | Kristina’s Story  - Faith, Resilience & Motherhood

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Susan Peters, a mother, wife, and advocate who has faced unimaginable challenges while raising a daughter with a terminal rare illness that only 2 children in a million a year are diagnosed with . Life has thrown her curveballs, but instead of breaking, she has risen stronger—turning her pain into purpose.Susan’s journey is one of steadfast faith, perseverance, and advocacy, not just for her daughter but for countless families navigating similar circumstances. Her story will inspire, encourage, and remind us all that even in the fire, we can come out refined and renewed.

1 | Susan’s Story -  An Incredible Story of Resilience, Strength, and Purpose.

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0 | Through The Fire

Through the Fire with Angelina Paul is a deeply moving podcast that shares real stories of personal triumph over adversity. Hosted by Angelina Paul, this show explores the incredible journeys of individuals who have faced life’s toughest challenges—whether it’s battling childhood cancer, surviving abuse, or overcoming drug addiction—and emerged stronger on the other side. Each episode uncovers raw, inspiring tales of resilience, healing, and transformation, shedding light on the power of the human spirit to rise like a phoenix from the ashes. Tune in for stories that will motivate, uplift, and remind you that no matter the struggle, there is always a way to overcome