Startin' Some Ripples is the podcast that turns real stories into powerful life lessons. Hosted by Heather N. Wilde—author, educator, indie publisher, and trauma survivor—this is a space where authenticity and connection thrive. Heather’s journey, chronicled in her memoir "Tumbled," proves that tough experiences, self-reflection, and a little grit can lead to profound growth.
Each episode invites cohosts to share their stories or those submitted by listeners, uncovering practical tips for building a more enjoyable life. Together, we’ll celebrate victories, unpack challenges, and connect through the common threads of human experience. It’s a safe, supportive space where vulnerability becomes strength, and shared life lessons spark ripples of change.
Whether diving into a listener’s story, exploring personal growth, or just having a heartfelt conversation, Startin’ Some Ripples is here to inspire, uplift, and remind you that life’s greatest teacher is experience itself. Let’s make waves together!
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Startin' Some Ripples is the podcast that turns real stories into powerful life lessons. Hosted by Heather N. Wilde—author, educator, indie publisher, and trauma survivor—this is a space where authenticity and connection thrive. Heather’s journey, chronicled in her memoir "Tumbled," proves that tough experiences, self-reflection, and a little grit can lead to profound growth.
Each episode invites cohosts to share their stories or those submitted by listeners, uncovering practical tips for building a more enjoyable life. Together, we’ll celebrate victories, unpack challenges, and connect through the common threads of human experience. It’s a safe, supportive space where vulnerability becomes strength, and shared life lessons spark ripples of change.
Whether diving into a listener’s story, exploring personal growth, or just having a heartfelt conversation, Startin’ Some Ripples is here to inspire, uplift, and remind you that life’s greatest teacher is experience itself. Let’s make waves together!
The Uninvited Passenger: Choosing Yourself After Six Decades of Silence with Bella Tousignant
Startin' Some Ripples
35 minutes
2 months ago
The Uninvited Passenger: Choosing Yourself After Six Decades of Silence with Bella Tousignant
In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by storyteller, advocate, and Hezzie Mae author Bella Tousignant for a conversation that’s as courageous as it is deeply human. Bella opens the door to her memoir, The Uninvited Passenger—a book that spans six decades of carrying, and finally embracing, her truth as a transgender woman. From a childhood in the 1950s to navigating marriage, secrecy, and ultimately transitioning later in life, Bella’s story is one of resilience, honesty, and the radical power of choosing yourself.
We dig into what it truly means to carry an “uninvited passenger” for most of your life, and the liberation and joy that come when you finally stop hiding. I’m so proud to know Bella and to help bring her voice to the world.
Startin' Some Ripples
Startin' Some Ripples is the podcast that turns real stories into powerful life lessons. Hosted by Heather N. Wilde—author, educator, indie publisher, and trauma survivor—this is a space where authenticity and connection thrive. Heather’s journey, chronicled in her memoir "Tumbled," proves that tough experiences, self-reflection, and a little grit can lead to profound growth.
Each episode invites cohosts to share their stories or those submitted by listeners, uncovering practical tips for building a more enjoyable life. Together, we’ll celebrate victories, unpack challenges, and connect through the common threads of human experience. It’s a safe, supportive space where vulnerability becomes strength, and shared life lessons spark ripples of change.
Whether diving into a listener’s story, exploring personal growth, or just having a heartfelt conversation, Startin’ Some Ripples is here to inspire, uplift, and remind you that life’s greatest teacher is experience itself. Let’s make waves together!
