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Still I Rise Podcast
Lisa McKenzie, Founder of You Night Events
75 episodes
6 days ago
Send us a text Welcome back to Still I Rise — the podcast where stories of resilience remind us that even when life throws us into the steepest drops, faith, courage, and connection can carry us through. Today’s guest is someone I affectionately call Miss Jackson — a woman whose story is as breathtaking as the ride she’s been on. Dawn Jackson has lived her life on what she calls “the rollercoaster” — a series of climbs, loops, and sudden plunges that tested her faith, her identity, and her st...
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Send us a text Welcome back to Still I Rise — the podcast where stories of resilience remind us that even when life throws us into the steepest drops, faith, courage, and connection can carry us through. Today’s guest is someone I affectionately call Miss Jackson — a woman whose story is as breathtaking as the ride she’s been on. Dawn Jackson has lived her life on what she calls “the rollercoaster” — a series of climbs, loops, and sudden plunges that tested her faith, her identity, and her st...
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Mental Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness,
Medicine
Episodes (20/75)
Still I Rise Podcast
"My Life on the Rollercoaster" by Dawn Jackson
Send us a text Welcome back to Still I Rise — the podcast where stories of resilience remind us that even when life throws us into the steepest drops, faith, courage, and connection can carry us through. Today’s guest is someone I affectionately call Miss Jackson — a woman whose story is as breathtaking as the ride she’s been on. Dawn Jackson has lived her life on what she calls “the rollercoaster” — a series of climbs, loops, and sudden plunges that tested her faith, her identity, and her st...
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6 days ago
24 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"Fear is Not My Future" by Alicia Seicshnaydre
Send us a text Today on Still I Rise, we meet a woman whose story reminds us that sometimes, life’s most unexpected storms reveal the deepest strength within us. Before cancer, Alicia walked what she calls “a well-marked trail.” She planned her steps carefully, trusted in her faith, and believed that with enough preparation, she could stay safe and steady. But then came the flood — a sudden, life-altering diagnosis that swept away her sense of control and forced her to face her deepest fears....
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1 week ago
28 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"I am Warrior. I am Louise.” by Louise M. Parks
Send us a text They say you should never judge a book by its cover—and that couldn’t be more true for Louise M. Parks. Like a beautiful rose with thorns, Louise came into the program with her guard up, protective of the strength she’s had to build through a lifetime of challenges. But as she learned to trust us, we began to see beyond that tough exterior—and discovered a woman full of grit and grace. When we did her photo shoot, Louise asked if she could hold her motorcycle helmet while weari...
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2 weeks ago
15 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"Dancing in the Rain" by Verazonda Walker
Send us a text Today’s guest is one of the hardest-working women I’ve ever met — a strong, beautiful mother whose heart for others shines through everything she does. She’s the founder of a nonprofit that delivers care bags to cancer patients, a gesture of love that brings comfort and hope to people when they need it most. But what truly makes her extraordinary is not just what she does — it’s who she is. Verazonda Walker has faced life’s storms head-on: abuse, heartbreak, loss, and cancer — ...
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3 weeks ago
44 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"The Race and the Battle" by Denise Poe
Send us a text In this powerful episode, we sit down with Denise Poe — a woman who has faced breast cancer three times and continues to stand as a living testimony of faith and resilience. Once an introvert who buried her struggles, Denise found strength in sharing her story, releasing the pain she carried, and embracing the healing power of community. Through her journey, Denise discovered the truth of Scripture: “The race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to the one who...
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3 weeks ago
16 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"I am the F@cking Storm" by Ginger Swaggerty
Send us a text Today on Still I Rise, we welcome a woman who is the very definition of grit and grace. Ginger Swaggerty grew up learning resilience in the hardest of circumstances, built a career in the Army and cybersecurity, and faced life’s battles head-on with unwavering strength. But nothing tested her more than hearing the words: Stage 3C ovarian cancer—a disease often called “the silent killer.” Instead of being silenced, Ginger chose to fight, not only through the storm of chemo, scar...
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4 weeks ago
47 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"The Half of Me Becoming" by Hlee Kue
Send us a text Today on Still I Rise I’m joined by Hlee Kue— a woman whose story is both heartbreaking and breathtaking. For years she lived by the mantra ‘Be strong all the time. Be a leader and lead, and others will follow.’ It became her armor as she showed up, smiling and producing, even through unimaginable loss. First came the death of her younger brother — one of her anchors — and before that wound could close, came another blow: a breast cancer diagnosis delivered not in an office, bu...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"The Bumpy Carpet Ride of Life" by Jennifer Cusack
Send us a text Today on Still I Rise, I’m honored to welcome Jennifer. Jennifer is living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, and she’ll be sharing her powerful journey with us. As a very private person, it wasn’t easy for her to enter into a program that requires so much openness and honesty. But through her experience with cancer, Jennifer has learned to look at life in a completely different way. She describes her journey like the unfolding of a flower — starting small, then gradually o...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
"LIVE LIFE LIKE A BEE" by Team Director Jill Allender
Send us a text Welcome back to the Still I Rise Podcast. Today’s guest is someone very special to me—someone who truly embodies everything that You Night was created to be. When Jill Allender first came to us, she was carrying a lot of sadness, as so many women do when they first step into our programs. She bravely joined our summer SPARK program, and that’s where I first saw this tiny seed of hope take root in her life. And then something beautiful happened. Jill didn’t just participate—she ...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
10 Reasons You Can’t Miss You Night 2025: A Night of Courage, Celebration, and Community
Send us a text In this special episode of Still I Rise, host Lisa McKenzie pulls back the curtain on You Night’s Runway Empowerment Program and the upcoming YOU NIGHT FIGHT CLUB event on Saturday, October 18th at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center on Airline Hwy in Metairie! Easy to get to, tons of free parking! It's going to be amazing! Way more than a fashion show, YOU NIGHT is a celebration where cancer survivors step into the spotlight to share their courage, their joy, and ...
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Facing Relapse Anxiety and Scanxiety with Dr. Jimmy Ellis
Send us a text Facing Relapse Anxiety and Scanxiety with Dr. Jimmy Ellis” For many cancer survivors, finishing treatment doesn’t mean the fear is over. The worry about cancer returning—often called relapse anxiety—can cast a long shadow over daily life. Add in the stress of waiting for scans and test results, and it’s no wonder so many survivors talk about scanxiety. In this powerful conversation, host Lisa McKenzie sits down with oncologist Dr. Jimmy Ellis to explore: Where relapse anxiety c...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Restoring Confidence, One Woman at a Time: Dr. Mark Stalder on Purpose and Passion
Send us a text Today, we’re honored to sit down with someone whose hands heal more than bodies—they help mend spirits. Dr. Mark Stalder is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose work in breast reconstruction has changed the lives of countless women navigating their cancer journeys. With practices in both Covington and Mobile, and as a dedicated father of four, Dr. Stalder brings not only surgical expertise to the table but also deep compassion and an unwavering beli...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Love, Resilience, and the Caregiver’s Journey – with Michael Holmes & Colette Marietta
Send us a text In this powerful episode of Still I Rise, husband-and-wife team Michael Holmes and Colette Marietta share both sides of the cancer journey. Michael, a devoted caregiver and Chief Growth Officer at Diagnostic Imaging Services, reflects on the emotional and practical realities of supporting a loved one through countless challenges. Colette, a courageous five-time cancer survivor and one of the longest-living known survivors of the rare adenoid cystic carcinoma, opens up about her...
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2 months ago
52 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
The Story behind Story Crafting - and My Story that I crafted called "SALT" by Lisa McKenzie
Send us a text In this powerful episode, the Still I Rise Podcast host, Lisa McKenzie shares the deeply personal story that led to the creation of Story Crafting — a therapeutic writing journey born out of grief, healing, and the need to make sense of life’s most painful chapters. You'll hear how Story Crafting has helped women from all walks of life reclaim their narratives, find beauty in the brokenness, and write their way toward healing. Lisa has previously posted two of her own stories (...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
When Healing Starts With You | Ask The Expert with Dr. Shelia Rivers
Send us a text ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM https://www.scartevents.com/ A healing arts program designed to help women find strength in their emotional or surgical scars. STORY CRAFTING PROGRAM Winning idea of the 2020 Astellas Oncology C3 (Changing Cancer Care) Prize https://www.younightevents.com/ In this powerful new episode, @thedrsheliarivers shares her journey from surviving trauma and raising five children as a teen mom to becoming a respected therapist and founder of a thriv...
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3 months ago
36 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Take Two – A Second Fight: Kelly Gilheeney’s Return to the Ring
Send us a text Take Two revisits Kelly Gilheeney’s heartfelt story — a powerful reflection on survival, transformation, and facing breast cancer not once, but twice. Nearly two years after her first recording, Kelly opens up about her second diagnosis, the emotional toll of treatment, and how art, storytelling, and community helped her find light again. From black clouds to red dresses, this is a journey of strength, grace, and the healing power of connection. ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM...
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4 months ago
23 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Take Two – Riding Through Grief: Kerri Victorio’s Story of Strength
Send us a text Take Two revisits Kerri Victorio’s powerful story — a journey of healing, reflection, and rediscovery two years after her first recording. From cancer to clarity, Kerri shares how her “mystery ride” continues with purpose, strength, and hope. ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM https://www.scartevents.com/ A healing arts program designed to help women find strength in their emotional or surgical scars. STORY CRAFTING PROGRAM: Winning idea of the 2020 Astellas International C3Pri...
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4 months ago
32 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Take Two – From Silence to Strength: Sandra Christianson’s Journey After Cancer
Send us a text Take Two revisits Sandra’s unforgettable story — a moving reunion filled with fresh insights, heartfelt moments, and powerful hope. ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM (https://www.scartevents.com/) A healing arts program designed to help women find strength in their emotional or surgical scars STORY CRAFTING PROGRAM: Winning idea of the 2020 Astella's International C3Prize. https://www.younightevents.com/ Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation https://www.gloriagemma.o...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
When Medicine Isn’t Enough | Ask The Expert with Dr Vera Hendrix
Send us a text ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM www.scartevents.com A healing arts program designed to help women find strength in their emotional or surgical scars STORY CRAFTING PROGRAM: Winning idea of the 2020 the Astellas Oncology C3 Changing Cancer Care Prize www.younightevents.com In this powerful new episode, Dr. Vera Hendrix shares expert insights on cancer care, fertility, survivorship, and what it means to support others while navigating her own journey. “Other people have done thi...
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5 months ago
58 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Take Two – The Calm Before the Storm: Sandra Skippar-Broome’s Cancer Journey
Send us a text Take Two is the powerful follow-up to Sandra’s viral story — a reunion filled with new revelations, raw emotion, and hope. 🎥 1st interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F86VsyYyves ScART: SCAR ART PAINTING PROGRAM http://www.scartevents.com/ A healing arts program designed to help women find strength in their emotional or surgical scars STORY CRAFTING PROGRAM: Winning idea of the 2020 Astella's International C3Prize http://www.younightevents.com/ Support the show Sti...
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5 months ago
38 minutes

Still I Rise Podcast
Send us a text Welcome back to Still I Rise — the podcast where stories of resilience remind us that even when life throws us into the steepest drops, faith, courage, and connection can carry us through. Today’s guest is someone I affectionately call Miss Jackson — a woman whose story is as breathtaking as the ride she’s been on. Dawn Jackson has lived her life on what she calls “the rollercoaster” — a series of climbs, loops, and sudden plunges that tested her faith, her identity, and her st...