What's Your Story?
What’s Your Story? is where personal truth meets public healing. Through raw, vulnerable conversations with everyday people, J.D. Murgolo helps guests unearth the stories they’ve been carrying — the ones that shaped them, broke them, healed them, or still haven’t let go. It’s not therapy. It’s storytelling alchemy. storypodcast.substack.com
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Some relationships look like love on the surface — but underneath, they echo the same abandonment, chaos, or silence we learned to tolerate as kids.
This week, I sit down with Dr. Chelsea Azarcon — a deeply thoughtful voice in the intersection of trauma, health, and emotional healing — to talk about the kind of love that breaks us down before it builds us back up.
Chelsea shares her story of surviving a seven-year, emotionally abusiv...
Sometimes the loudest part of life is the silence that follows holding it all together.
This episode opens in the stillness after bedtime dishes undone, a baby monitor humming, the hum of mental chaos louder than anything outside. It’s a fictional story, but if you’ve ever sat alone in a room feeling like the weight of your own life might quietly crush you…you’ll feel seen here.
This isn’t a comeback story. It’s not about fixing or r...
She used to live her life in whispers.
Tiptoeing around her needs, folding herself in half just to keep the peace.Until one day, she stopped apologizing, not with a shout, but with a quiet decision to choose herself.
We follow a story of emotional burnout, identity, and the journey home to self. From loading up an RV in Tennessee to uncovering what boldness really means, this is a portrait of a woman unlearning silence and rewriting ...
They said he wouldn’t live past four. He did. They said he’d never walk. He does. Now, at 35, he’s becoming a father and breaking the cycle he was born into. This is a story about resilience, legacy, and the radical act of staying alive.
If you’ve ever wondered what it means to rewrite a future that was never written for you… this one’s for you.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
* The quiet brutality of early medical predictions
* Lear...
There are so many versions of the immigration story that never get told. The quiet ones. The complicated ones. The in-between ones. The ones that don’t make headlines, but shape entire generations. Those stories deserve space.
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There’s a point where you break.
And when you grow up in a house where breaking is the norm?
You don’t even realize you’re shattered.
The person you’re about to hear from grew up inside a storm.
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People talk about breaking points, like they're always loud, a slam door, a breakdown in a parking lot, a dramatic walkout, but sometimes it's a cardboard box.
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Our newest storyteller is someone who doesn’t just *talk* about healing — they live it, breathe it, and guide others through it with empathy, honesty, and a deep understanding of the human experience. What started as a passion for teaching — rooted in how writing became a lifeline through their own struggles — evolved into something even more powerful: a calling to walk with people through trauma, pain, and transformation.
Meet Sage DeLoach —a vibrant 40-year-old mom who's on a heartfelt journey of rediscovering her personal style and sharing the beautiful complexities of her life with the world.
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Laurie Gilbertson is a seasoned communication expert, former New York City prosecutor, and Emmy-award-winning television legal analyst who helps professionals master the art of impactful communication. As the founder of Tribeca Blue Consulting, she combines her extensive background in law, media, and public speaking to teach executives, attorneys, and entrepreneurs how to present themselves with clarity, confidence, and authenticit...
Urmis's journey is a powerful illustration of the human spirit's ability to overcome challenges and emerge stronger on the other side. Her unwavering determination and resilience in the face of adversity serve as an inspiration to all who encounter her story. By embracing her true identity and refusing to be defined by the limitations imposed upon her, Urmis not only transformed her own life but also became a beacon of hope for oth...
Mariangela Abeo or “M” as you’ll come to know her as, is a photographer, storyteller, and mental health advocate whose powerful project, Faces of Fortitude, has given voice to those affected by suicide and mental health struggles.
What began as a personal journey of healing after losing a loved one to suicide has grown into a globally recognized movement—one that fosters open dialogue, resilience, and connection through raw, unfilt...
Traci Neal’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up, she took on various roles that epitomized servanthood—cleaning public toilets, assisting in daycare centers, supporting preschool and kindergarten classrooms, and working as a cashier. While these jobs were far from glamorous, they laid the foundation for her profound empathy and resilience. 
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In a world teeming with diversity, it is imperative that we recognize and appreciate the inherent value of each individual's unique perspective. Our differences should not be viewed as obstacles, but rather as opportunities for learning and growth.
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As we wrap up our first season here at What's Your Story?, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support.
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Grief is a suffocating cloak, a relentless storm that rages within, tearing at the very fabric of your being. It's a profound emptiness, a hollow echo where laughter and joy once resided. It's the ache in your chest that steals your breath, the lump in your throat that chokes back tears. Grief is the unwelcome guest that lingers, casting a shadow over every aspect of your life.
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Extreme sports push you to face your fears head-on and step outside your comfort zone. It's challenging, but that's where the magic happens. When you conquer those fears and nail that gnarly stunt, you realize you're capable of way more than you thought.
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In the tapestry of life, we are all given a blank canvas, an opportunity to paint our masterpiece. Yet, societal expectations often overshadow our true colors, discouraging us from embracing our individuality. Why must we conform to what is deemed "normal," stifling the vibrant essence that makes us unique?
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Join us for an unforgettable journey as we delve into the depths of heart health, celebrating the triumphs of those who have overcome adversity and offering practical insights to help us all live longer, healthier lives. So, sit back, relax, and prepare to be captivated by a tale of hope, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart.
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