Shattered Silence Podcast

David & Kendal’s Journey: Addiction, Recovery & Building a Life in Sobriety

In this powerful episode, David and Kendal open up about their journey through addiction, recovery, and the challenges of building a family while navigating sobriety.

Kendal shares her raw story of battling opiate addiction, while David—who first appeared in Season 1—reflects on how their paths crossed and how recovery brought them together.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Keith Hough, a mental health advocate who opens up about his personal battle with depression and the breaking point that changed everything. Keith shares what it was like to seemingly “have it all” on the outside, while silently struggling on the inside—and how one brave conversation became the turning point in his journey.

Now, Keith has made it his mission to spread hope, break the stigm...

In this deeply personal episode, Jori sits down with her cousin Casey to share the heartbreaking story of losing her brother, Jeff, to fentanyl poisoning. Jeff’s journey was marked by his battle with schizophrenia, a struggle that led him to self-medicate in an attempt to cope. Casey opens up about the challenges Jeff faced, the impact of mental illness on their family, and the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis.

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In this deeply emotional episode, we sit down with Treva Noriega, the mother of famous TikTok star Cooper Noriega, who tragically passed away from fentanyl poisoning at just 19 years old.

Treva shares the heart-wrenching story of who Cooper was a kind, creative, and compassionate young man who quickly rose to fame on TikTok. She opens up about the moment she received the devastating news of his passing, every parent’s worst nightma...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Christina Campas, the widow of fallen SWAT team member Sgt. Phillip Campas, who gave his life in the line of duty.

Christina shares the deeply personal story of the day everything changed — the moment she received the call no spouse ever wants to get, and the unimaginable strength it took to break the news to their children. Through pain and loss, Christina found purpos...

Exclusive Interview: Camryn Albert on Surviving the Unthinkable | The Bakersfield 3 Tragedy

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, host Jori sits down for an exclusive interview with Camryn Albert, daughter of one of the victims in the high-profile Bakersfield 3 case.

Camryn opens up about a life shaped by unimaginable loss, losing her mother in a car accident at just 16 months old and, later, her father to a murder that rema...

In the final episode of Season 2, host Jori sits down with producer Teresa for an honest and heartfelt recap of the season. Together, they pull back the curtain on the process behind booking each guest, the emotions stirred during interviews, and the impact that followed after each episode aired.From unforgettable stories of grief, recovery, and resilience to the deeply personal messages received from listeners—this conversation gi...

In this emotional episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Britt Smithson—a talented hair extension stylist and brave mother who shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her baby at 38 weeks.With powerful vulnerability, Britt opens up about what it’s really like to experience stillbirth, deliver a baby in silence, and face the postpartum period without the child she carried. She sheds light on the often unspoken pain of inf...

Shattered Silence welcomed Emily Cave Boit back to Bakersfield for the first time since the tragic loss of her husband, Colby Cave. Colby, a beloved Bakersfield Condors hockey player, played his final game on March 7, 2020, at Dignity Health Arena. Just weeks later, on April 11, 2020, he passed away unexpectedly. This emotional return marks a powerful moment of remembrance, healing, and strength as Emily revisits the city where Col...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Lillian Sivori as she bravely shares her story of losing her husband, a dedicated NYPD Detective. Lillian opens up about the devastating early days of grief and how she navigated the first six months without him. Through raw emotion and heartfelt honesty, Lillian hopes her journey will remind other widows that they are not alone. Her strength, vulnerability, and determ...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we welcome Craig Harrison, a certified grief and addiction counselor, and a motivational speaker. Craig shares his insights on coping with grief and the often-overwhelming guilt that can follow the loss of a loved one. Through his compassionate approach, he helps us understand how to process loss, find healing, and keep the memory of those we've lost alive in a meaningful way.

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In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Juliane Corona, founder of Mommy Made Encapsulation, to hear her inspiring journey of resilience, healing, and success.

Juliane opens up about her struggles with addiction, her husband’s battle with PTSD, and the obstacles she overcame through therapy and sheer determination. She not only turned her life around but also built a thriving business helping moms across the ...

In this heartfelt episode of the Shattered Silence Podcast, host Jori Kinney welcomes Leah Davis, a courageous guest and listener who bravely shares her deeply personal story of loss. Leah reflects on the trauma of losing her father to a drug overdose when she was just a child, navigating the shame and secrecy that surrounded her grief for many years. Join us as Leah opens up about the profound impact of her father's death on her c...

In this powerful episode of Shattered Silence, we welcome Officer Dan Williams, who shares his personal journey of struggling with mental health as a first responder. He opens up about his challenges and how they affected him and his family. Officer Williams discusses the critical moment when he decided to seek help and how this decision not only transformed his life but also motivated him to encourage his peers to seek support whe...

In this special bonus episode, Ashley Antongiovanni, the founder of Amelia Molloy Angels, opens up about her incredible personal story and the inspiration behind creating this transformative organization.

From navigating the challenges of infertility to her journey through surrogacy, Ashley discusses how these experiences fueled her passion for helping others facing similar struggles. She shares the powerful moments that led her to ...

In this emotional episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with entrepreneur/photographer Makenzie Beeney, who shares her incredible journey of resilience. After surviving an ectopic pregnancy, Makenzie faced a life-threatening emergency during her second pregnancy, requiring an emergency C-section at 6 months due to a rare placental disorder. Her preemie survived, but she underwent a hysterectomy.

Amidst these challenges, Makenzie...

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Instagram and TikTok influencer Adriana Sansam, who opens up about her profound journey of loss and healing. For the first time, Adriana shares the heartbreaking details surrounding the passing of her husband and the emotional struggles she faced in the aftermath. As she reflects on her grief, she also discusses the challenges of navigating life and the new beginnings that have emerge...

In the season 1 finale of Shattered Silence, Jori, along with our producer Teresa, reflects on this incredible journey. They discuss how the Shattered Silence podcast has been received and the overwhelming outpouring of love, encouragement, and personal stories from our listeners and followers. It’s been so inspiring to hear how our conversations have resonated with so many.

Jori and Teresa also take a moment to reflect on the unfor...

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Welcome to this special episode of our podcast where we sit down with Jason Geis, a dedicated veteran advocate, to discuss his impactful work in supporting veterans. Jason shares his experience working with programs like the Might Oak Foundatio...