SOS - Stories of Survivors

In this deeply personal solo episode of S.O.S. Stories of Survivors, Serina Dansker shares one of the most honest conversations she’s ever had—not with a guest, but with you.

Drawing from Chapter 4 of her book, S.O.S.: A Lesson on Love, Loss, & Survival, Serina opens her heart about loneliness, grief, belonging, and the invisible battles so many people fight behind a smile. Through memories of her son, Scotty...

In this heartfelt episode of S.O.S. Stories of Survivors, Serina sits down with Kristin Price Hocker, host of Finding Fabulous, to share her powerful story of survival, transformation, and choosing joy after life-changing loss.

Kristin opens up about losing her leg after a sudden battle with necrotizing fasciitis, surviving a near-death experience, navigating divorce, motherhood, body image, faith, and learning how to rebuil...

What would you do if a simple Facebook message had the power to change someone’s life forever?

In this deeply moving episode of S.O.S. Stories of Survivors, Serina Dansker sits down with Stephen Picard, whose compassion transformed into a life-changing mission after connecting online with Ahmad, a young Syrian teenager living through the horrors of civil war.

Over the course of more than a decade, Stephen became...

In this special Father’s Day episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serena is joined by the women of the Self Love Club for an honest and heartfelt conversation about fathers, father figures, love, absence, forgiveness, and healing.

Together, they reflect on the fathers who showed up, the fathers who were absent, the relationships that were complicated, and the lessons that shaped the women they became. From stories of p...

In this meaningful episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serena sits down with Julie Blitzer, founder of Authentic Matters, to explore grief, healing, death, movement, writing, and what it means to live authentically.

As a grief recovery method specialist, end-of-life doula, funeral celebrant, movement guide, and author, Julie helps others navigate life’s most difficult transitions with compassion, grace, and honesty. T...

In this powerful episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serina sits down with Jean Gutierrez, also known as The Woke Widow, to share her extraordinary journey through unimaginable loss, betrayal, grief, and spiritual awakening.

After losing her mother, her father, and then suddenly the love of her life, Jean’s world unraveled even further when painful secrets came to light. Through heartbreak, anger, and deep healing, sh...

 In this powerful episode of SOS: Stories of Survivors, Serina Dansker sits down with Gregg Kirk — author, healer, Lyme disease advocate, and founder of the Tick Tock Foundation.

Gregg shares his incredible journey through chronic Lyme disease, years of misdiagnosis, frightening medical experiences, a near-death moment, and the spiritual awakening that changed his life. What began as a fight to survive became a de...

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day edition of SOS Stories of Survivors, Serina is joined by Michelle Giorno and Eileen Carey for a powerful conversation about mothers, memories, grief, forgiveness, and the lessons that shape us long after childhood.

Together, they reflect on the strength of their mothers, the complicated beauty of mother-daughter relationships, the pain of losing a parent, and the signs, stories, tradition...

In this deeply moving and transformative episode, Serina Dansker is joined by Melissa Asare for a powerful conversation about worth, healing, and the journey back to self. Melissa courageously shares her story of growing up without feeling loved, and how those early emotional wounds led her into an abusive relationship-revealing how
unhealed pain can shape the choices we make and the environments we accept. With honesty, strengt...

In this powerful episode of SOS Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker invites you into a space where healing goes beyond the physical and purpose is reborn through adversity. Featuring Lisa A. Labozzo, this episode reveals a deeply personal journey of resilience, spiritual connection, and transformation-reminding us that even in our darkest moments, healing, clarity, and purpose are always within reach.

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Step into the remarkable journey of The Unbreakable Spirit of a Warrior on Stories of Survivors with host Serina Dansker. In this powerful episode, Sifu Karl Romain—Martial Arts World Champion, Certified Master Trainer, Bestselling Author, and Speaker—shares his profound story of resilience and triumph. Discover how he transformed adversity into strength, inspiring countless individuals to rise above challenges and purs...

In this deeply moving episode of SOS – Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with the extraordinary Dr. Mo Therese Hannah, Ph.D.—Professor of Psychology, author, and resilience expert—to explore the powerful journey of love, loss, and the indomitable human spirit. With warmth and wisdom, Dr. Hannah shares profound insights on navigating heartbreak, finding meaning in adversity, and discovering the st...

In this deeply moving episode of Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with the Michelle Nelson Giorno— a sexual assault survivor, advocate, and motivational speaker, whose journey from trauma to triumph is nothing short of extraordinary. After enduring unthinkable abuse from a young age, Michelle carried the weight of her pain in silence for years. But when she found her voice, she ignited a lifelong mission: t...

On this episode of Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Marleny Cruz, Founder of SOS Multi-Media Group, for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about resilience, reinvention, and purpose. Marleny shares her powerful journey of overcoming adversity, turning challenges into stepping stones, and using her experiences to uplift and empower others. From navigating setbacks to building a media platform dedic...

The Journey Begins – A Story of Survival and Hope. In the premiere episode of Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker takes us behind the scenes of her own journey through pain, loss, and resilience. With raw honesty and heartfelt reflection, she shares the challenges she has faced, the lessons she has learned, and her mission to create a space of healing and empowerment. This episode sets the tone for an inspiring series t...

In a deeply moving episode of ASCEND, we were honored to host Serina, a former Financial Advisor who has transformed her grief into a mission of hope and healing. After the tragic loss of her 16-year-old son to suicide, Serina found herself on a new path, one that led her to become a Mental Health Advocate dedicated to empowering young adults.

During the episode, Serina shared her son’s life story through his poignant ...

In this profoundly moving episode of SOS: Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker sits down with Lisa Pinney-Keusch, founder of Rock The Walls Foundation, for a raw and inspiring conversation that speaks to the heart of resilience and reform. Titled “Breaking Chains and Changing Laws,” this episode takes you on Lisa’s powerful journey from personal trauma to purposeful advocacy—turning pain into purpose an...

In this heartfelt and transformative episode of Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker welcomes the courageous and creative Jessie Spellman, co-creator of Recess Grove. Together, they explore how deep personal grief can become a catalyst for healing not only the self—but an entire community. Jessie opens up about her journey through loss, and how it inspired her to co-create a space where art, remembrance, and connection i...

In this deeply moving episode of Stories of Survivors, host Serina Dansker shares an illuminating conversation with life coach and motivational speaker Luzk Cuellar, whose journey through grief led her to a higher calling. Awakened by Loss, Guided by Light explores how even the most painful experiences can spark personal growth, spiritual insight, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Luzk opens her heart about her own transformat...