Hidden Chapters

What happens when the life you built starts to slowly unravel not with a crash, but with quiet, unseen shifts?

In this episode, Liz Davis opens up about her journey as a military spouse navigating the emotional weight of constant change, the slow realization that her marriage was coming apart, and the courageous choice to put herself first and start fresh.

Liz shares the hidden realities of military family life, the sacrifices, silen...

In this powerful episode, Meg opens up about the unexpected journey of early motherhood, from birth trauma and postpartum depression to raising a neurodivergent child. She shares how her own childhood shaped the way she parents today and the healing that’s come through therapy, honesty, and embracing the hard parts. This conversation is full of truth, hope, and Meg’s deep belief in turning pain into purpose.

If you’ve ever felt alon...

In this episode, I get to speaks with Jessica, a life and career development coach, about her journey through grief, self-discovery, and leadership. Jessica shares her experiences of losing her mother to cancer at 11 years old and how it shaped her into the empathetic leader she is today. We talk about the importance of self-awareness, the impact of saboteurs on personal growth, and the lessons learned from life's challenges. ...

What happens when life throws punches harder than the wrestling ring ever could?

In this episode, I’m catching up with Jay Smith who was actually one of my students when I was a first-year teacher back in 2002. Fast forward 20+ years, and Jay's an Army veteran, professional wrestler, dad, and someone who’s walked through some really hard stuff.

We talk about everything what it’s like to fight for a marriage that doesn’t make it,...

In this heartfelt conversation, I got to sit down with my longtime friend, Stephanie, as she shared her journey from living in silence and fear due to an abusive marriage to finding her voice and embracing healing. She discussed the challenges of navigating her new life as a single mother, the importance of setting boundaries, and the support she received from her church and friends. Stephanie emphasizes the power of vulnerability,...

In this episode of Hidden Chapters, Justin shares his journey from hardship to hope a story rooted in faith, music, and mentoring others.

Growing up with very little, Justin always believed in God, but it wasn’t until later that his faith deepened through his wife Michelle and key mentors. He found purpose through writing Christian music and now pours into others through mentorship, guided by one powerful question:

“What’s the one th...

What does it really take to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro — mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? 

In this episode of Hidden Chapters, Jillian shares her journey of adventure, self-discovery, and inner strength as she takes on one of the world’s most iconic mountains. Through moments of perseverance and quiet reflection, her story is a powerful reminder that the greatest summits aren’t always the ones we see,  they’re the ones we grow thr...

Welcome to the official launch of Hidden Chapters!

This first interview episode is deeply personal—it’s not just the beginning of the podcast, it’s a celebration of Mother’s Day, my 45th birthday, and the woman whose quiet strength made all of it possible: my mom!!

For the FIRST time ever, she shares her side of the story-her journey into motherhood, the unexpected challenges she faced, and the life changing choices she made with cou...

Episode 1 of Hidden Chapters is here! 

This is a soft introduction to the journey ahead! it’s not the official launch, but today, I’m gently turning the page and inviting you to listen when the moment feels right.  

A quick note:  You may hear a little crackling in this episode.  It’s not perfect, but I chose to share it anyway because the heart behind it matters more than the sound.  I’m learning as I go, and I’m so grateful you’re ...

Every person has a story—one that’s shaped by struggles, turning points, and moments of resilience. But some of the most powerful stories remain untold, tucked away in the chapters we rarely share. That’s where this podcast comes in.

I’m Genevieve Kruger, and I created Hidden Chapters as a space to explore these unseen narratives. Through honest, heartfelt conversations with everyday people, we’ll uncover the experiences that have s...