The Edlow Podcast

Kathy McDaniel - Highway to Hell and Stairway to Heaven - the Complete Near Death Experience

Kathy McDaniel is a former Real Estate Expert who contracted Pneumonia in the year 2000. Shortly thereafter, she was taken to the hospital due to her condition. It was there, while in a medically induced coma, that Kathy passed away...and went to Hell.
That's right, Kathy believes she went to Hell and was then able to see Heaven right before being told that it wasn't her time. She returned with a new lease on life.
Since that time, she has shared her Near Death Experience at conferences, on podcasts and in her book "Misfit In Hell to Heaven Expat." She teaches about her experience and what she has learned as a result of seeing the afterlife. 
Hear her story, from being cast into the pit of Hell, to being gang r*ped by demons (yes you read that right), to taken to heaven by her deceased fiancé, this is a wild ride through the afterlife that you don't want to miss!

Nate Christiansen, APCC - Addictions, Sobriety and Blended Families - Creating a Therapist - Part 2

Nate Christensen is a mental health professional who specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and Addiction. Nate offers a holistic approach to mental health using the "Wellness Model" for life management.
Perhaps the reason why Nate is so knowledgeable in these fields is due to his experience in these subjects. He has diagnosed Anxiety, Depression and ADHD. He has also suffered from multiple addictions, including overeating, alcohol, gambling and Pornography. He has been able to successfully reach sobriety from all of these addictions and now helps others do the same.
Nate returns for part 2 to go in depth into his own story, his fight with addiction, how brain chemistry feeds addiction and shame, his sobriety and living as a blended family within the LDS church.

Nate Christiansen, APCC - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and Addictions - Creating a Therapist - Part I

Nate Christensen is a mental health professional who specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and addiction recovery. Nate offers a holistic approach to mental health using the "Wellness Model" for life management.
Perhaps the reason why Nate is so knowledgeable in these fields is due to his personal experience in battling with these subjects. He has diagnosed Anxiety, Depression and ADHD. He has also suffered from multiple addictions, including overeating, alcohol, gambling and pornography. He has been able to successfully reach sobriety from all of these addictions and now helps others do the same.
Nate comes on the podcast to share parts of his story and also discuss how his approach with the "Wellness Model" helps maintain a healthy emotional baseline and fight addiction.
This is only part 1...We go deeper into Nate's story in Part 2. That drops Thursday! Thanks friends!

Randy Hochderffer - Childhood Trauma, Addiction and Self Worth - How Indy Wrestling changed my life

Randy Hochderffer is a life-long pro wrestling fan who recently discovered the world of Northern California Independent Wrestling. Raised in Fresno, he has loved watching pro wrestling since Hulk Hogan wrestled the Ultimate Warrior at Wrestlemania 6.
As for many, his wrestling fandom in those days was closeted. Many made fun of him for his love of "fake wrestling." However, wrestling gave him an escape from a life riddled with family difficulties. Born with a birth defect that effected his ribs, lungs and right arm, he faced a lot of ridicule from schoolmates. That coupled with abandonment, abuse and trauma from his parents, led to severe mental health issues that effected relationships. As trust issues continued to develop, Randy fell into addiction, which caused significant problems in his young adult life. He felt trapped, abandoned and alone. Until...he discovered Independent Wrestling through a YouTube Channel, which changed his life completely.
Hear Randy's story, from being abused by his nearly absent biker father as a kid, to abandoned by his mother at 15, to dealing with trust issues and self-worth issues, to discovering a new outlook on life by joining the Norcal Independent Wrestling Family.
How does childhood trauma effect him? Does he still love his parents? What is it about Indy Wrestling? Is he related to Tripp Rogers? Find out on this interview with  @Randiesel300 
This is a great story that needs to be heard. ​

Savannah Hauk - Cross Dressing, the MCU and Horror films - Living the Dual Gender Dream

Savannah Hauk is an author, podcaster, advocate and TEDx Speaker. She lives a confident, visible and successful male-to-female dual gender life. At times she lives a male life as Chuck and at times she lives a female life as Savannah. She is married to a woman, who helps her navigate both her male and female life.
Through a lifetime of experience and research, Savannah has come to believe and understand that there are many reasons that men should express a more feminine persona. She has also come to understand the struggles and fears men in this category face, and the weight of the transgender labels they accept but may not truly or fully understand.
Savannah is the author of the eLit award-winning "Living with Crossdressing" book series. The series was written in hopes to demystify and destigmatize the dual gender experience for both crossdressing men and the people who love them. Savannah also co-hosts the weekly The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast, reinforcing the same positive and inclusive message of diverse gender identity and multiple expression. She also leads conference workshops and has given two TEDx talks, and emceed a third.
Savannah comes on the podcast to discuss the dual gender lifestyle, what it is, how it fits into the LGBTQ alphabet, her journey of discovery, how it effects her relationships, cancel culture, awareness, bigotry, religion and even horror films and the MCU!
This is a great episode for anyone who wants to learn more about the dual gender experience.

Robin Ferrier - Bullying, Abuse and Forgiveness - An Ode to Men’s Mental Health

Robin Ferrier is a Scottish ex-Airline Captain, Businessman in the Aviation Industry, Author and Aspiring Entrepeneur who is now a hypnotherapist and life coach. His goal? To help bullied and abused men overcome social awkwardness, engage more with the world and to thrive.
Robin comes on the podcast to discuss his own experience with bullying, men's mental health, how men experience bullying (as opposed to women), the short and long term effects of bullying, forgiveness, revenge and to show off his amazing accent.
You can find Robin and his work at www.robinferrier.co.uk

Tim Wilde and Lance Carlile - Faith, Doubt and Culture - a commentary on navigating faith journeys

Josh received another listener question, this time surrounding navigating a faith struggle. Instead of doing this one alone, he called on a couple of friends who have differing perspectives on the subject.
Tim Wilde is a podcaster, return missionary and institute teacher for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Lance Carlile is a twitch podcaster, return missionary and works in the Finance Department for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Tim and Lance come on the Edlow Podcast to discuss their own perspectives on Christian faith, particularly as it pertains to the LDS faith. They discuss their own faith struggles, the concept of "fitting in," imperfections in church leadership, and advice for navigating a so called "faith crisis." Tim Wilde can be found at www.youtube.com/ @wildediscourse  and Lance can be found on Twitch  @carlilelance 

Tripp Rogers - Is it a onesie? Wrestling, blended families and fatherhood

Tripp Rogers (born Roger D. Tripp) is an independent professional wrestler based in the Modesto area. A wrestling fan his entire life, Tripp always had dreams to pursue a career in pro wrestling.
At the age of 19, he had plans to move to Texas to join Shawn Michaels' wrestling school. However, plans changed, and rather than pursue his dream, he decided to stay in California, with the woman who would become the mother of his children. Unfortunately, the marriage ended in divorce, which led to Roger having some life struggles.
Hear the rest of the story. Hear how his trials and tribulations led to new beginnings. Hear how Roger found new love with his 2nd wife and with her support began pursuing his wrestling dream at the age of 39. Now Tripp Rogers has become one of the most popular characters in California, sporting his patented one piece wrestling gear that may or may not be a onesie.
Tripp Rogers comes on the podcast to talk about his wrestling fandom, his wrestling career, influences and stories. He discusses lessons he learned from divorce, gives advice to those who struggle with relationship loss, and discusses the work ethic his father instilled in him, which he has passed down to his children.
Tripp Rogers can be followed on all social media outlets!