Show Me the Way Podcast

Andrea Miller
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Show Me the Way Podcast is a podcast dedicated to exploring the journeys of those who have faced adversity and found themselves on unexpected paths. We will have meaningful, thoughtful conversations about challenges we have faced and how we discovered and forged new direction. Prepare to be inspired and to uncover your own strength as you listen to relatable and motivating stories. Life has a way of twisting and turning and we often need a fresh perspective to understand how to navigate. Let's show each other the way!

  1. 1D AGO

    S2E17: Nathan's Way - Sharing Perspective, Resilience and Love with Nathan Miller

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, I sit down with the true inspiration behind this show—my 16-year-old son, Nathan. As expected, Nathan brings an incredible outlook on life, sharing his beautiful perspective, positivity, and wisdom far beyond his years. Even from his wheelchair, he understands that life has required him to do things Nathan’s way—and he’s figured out how to navigate every challenge that comes his way. From a very young age, he showed us just how capable and intuitive he was, often teaching us the way we needed to adapt and support him. After his diagnosis, his dad and I knew our path would look completely different than what we originally imagined. Nathan reminds us every single day that this is okay. He teaches us to live in the present, to release expectations that may not come true, and to accept that life doesn’t always go as planned—sometimes you have to make a left instead of a right. Nathan also opens up honestly about the harder parts: being part of a clinical trial, taking medications, being poked and prodded, and navigating life in a wheelchair. While these things can be difficult, he shares how they can also be okay—especially when you’re surrounded by love and support. Nathan speaks with gratitude about feeling deeply loved, the support of Nathan’s Ninjas, and the excitement of getting to choose an upcoming Make-A-Wish experience. I’m so grateful Nathan was willing to join me for this conversation. I know you’ll learn from his perspective just as much as I did. 💙 Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    44 min

  2. DEC 22

    S2E16: Reflection - Grateful for Community with Andrea Miller

    Send us a text This is a reflection episode where host, Andrea Miller, shares perspective and thoughts on some of the episodes from Season 2. Andrea also reminds us to think about what we're grateful for - especially during the holiday season and one of the things we all seem to be extremely grateful for - our community, our village and all those who surrounds us with love and joy. Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    36 min

  3. DEC 16

    S2E15: Taking the Path from Tragedy to Triumph - with DiAnne Karas

    Send us a text This week on Show Me the Way, I had the absolute joy of interviewing DiAnne Karas—a connection through my sister and previous guest, Toni. What a beautiful and inspiring conversation. DiAnne has experienced more pivots than most, beginning early in life with foster care and adoption, navigating complex relationships with her biological parents, marriages and divorces, young single motherhood, multiple degrees, and a wide range of careers and vocations. She’s lived all over the country and truly lived through each chapter. What stood out most to me is how DiAnne has consistently found blessings and gained perspective from every road she’s traveled. Through it all, she followed her heart, leaned into her faith, and never lost her deep love for serving others. She understands the power of community, refuses to let fear hold her back, and has always gone after what she believed was best for herself and her children. Today, DiAnne is a joyful, spirited, and faith-filled woman with an infectious love for life and a passion for helping others. She shares powerful wisdom on gratitude, the importance of documenting your blessings, and how tragedy can ultimately turn into triumph. Listen in and learn alongside me—you’re going to love DiAnne’s energy. And be sure to check out her book - So, When Does It Get Easier?: How to Turn Tragedy to Triumph - find it on Amazon at https://a.co/d/4IGInXy. Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    59 min

  4. DEC 7

    S2E14: Stronger Than the Spiral - Path to Healing with Corey Gill

    Send us a text This week on Show Me the Way, I had the joy of interviewing someone I’ve known since preschool — Corey Gill. Corey and I have over 40 years of history together. Our families were connected, our moms worked together, we played sports, enjoyed music, shared laughs, and thanks to social media, we’ve been able to reconnect as adults. I’ve always admired Corey as a strong, competent woman. I love following her hardcore workout routine, her beautiful relationship with her husband, things about her son who’s the same age as my oldest, her daughter, and her adorable grandkids. Corey is a hardworking wife, mom, and grandma who is always striving to improve herself and create the best life for her family. But this past summer, things shifted. Corey’s usual “worry mode” dialed up, leading to a major panic attack that left her struggling to work, to function, and to keep up with her regular routines. What came after was a season of deep anxiety — the kind so many of us quietly battle. We may not all experience a full-blown panic attack, but we often do let worries take over when we try to control everything or chase perfection. Fear creeps in, and faith gets pushed aside. In this episode, Corey opens up with incredible honesty about what she went through. She shares what she learned, what she researched, and the steps she’s taking now to regulate her nervous system and move forward with hope and intention. Her vulnerability is powerful, relatable, and such a gift. This is an important, timely conversation — especially as we head into the holiday season, when stress and expectations can run high. I’m honored Corey trusted me with her story, and I know you’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and encouraged. Corey mentioned a book - here is the title if you want to check it out - Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks by  Barry McDonagh. Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    1 hr

  5. NOV 30

    S2E13: Holding Onto Hope - with Shari Davidek

    Send us a text This week on Show Me the Way, I sit down with Shari Davidek. I met Shari through my local Chamber of Commerce networking group, where she works behind the scenes and is a huge support to everyone involved. My friend and former guest, Christine Spradlin, knew Shari had a meaningful story to share—and she was right. Shari is a devoted wife and mom of five—four boys and one girl—who have each shaped her into the strong, grounded woman she is today. But nothing could have prepared her or her husband for what happened when their oldest son was in high school. He suffered two strokes in a very short period of time, leaving doctors unsure if he would survive, let alone walk, talk, or remain the same person they knew and loved. Their son endured a coma, uncertainty, and immense suffering. But then—miraculously—he woke up. Within just weeks, he began to communicate. What followed was a long road of therapy and determination, but he pushed through with resilience that inspired everyone around him. Not only did he recover, but he thrived. He finished high school, attended community college, found a job, lived independently with new roommates, and eventually went away to school where he made friends—and met the woman who would become his wife. Today, he is working, married, and living with the kind of gratitude and perspective that only comes from surviving the unimaginable. Shari shares this emotional journey with honesty, vulnerability, and incredible insight. She opens up about how the experience shaped her marriage, her parenting, and her children’s view of the world. Her story is powerful, perspective-shifting, and filled with wisdom we can all use—whether or not we’ve faced a tragedy like hers. This is an episode you’ll carry with you long after it ends. Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    57 min

  6. NOV 24

    S2E12: Holistic Living When Life Doesn't Go As Planned - with Lisa Jurecko

    Send us a text This week on Show Me the Way, I sit down with my friend and business connection, Lisa Jurecko — a wife, mom, and powerhouse businesswoman who is deeply committed to educating others on holistic living and the use of natural remedies, including essential oils. Lisa leads a team dedicated to helping people understand how to care for themselves and their families in more natural, intentional ways. She lives each day with a heart for service, and her wisdom shines throughout our conversation. She opens up about a pivotal moment in her life: the birth of her first child. As someone passionate about health and wellness, Lisa meticulously planned for a natural pregnancy and delivery. But life — and her daughter — had other plans. When her water broke unexpectedly at 36 weeks, Lisa found herself forced to pivot, adjust, and surrender the plan she had so carefully created. Her ability to shift with grace, stay rooted in her holistic values, and still embrace the unexpected is powerful. Since then, Lisa has continued to approach life through a holistic lens, teaching her husband and daughters to do the same, while fully acknowledging that flexibility is sometimes the healthiest choice of all. In this episode, Lisa shares passionately about what she believes in and offers practical tips for caring for ourselves, making healthier choices, and doing it all with joy. You’ll walk away inspired, grounded, and maybe even ready to adjust a few things in your own plan — just like I did. Be sure to follow Lisa on Instagram @Lisa_belevated and on Facebook @Lisa A Jurecko. Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    48 min

  7. NOV 16

    S2E11: Hope, Hardships and a Whole Love of Heart - Hallelujah with Alicia Schweizer

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, I have the absolute honor of interviewing one of my closest friends, Alicia Schweizer. Alicia is truly my sister from another mister—my constant supporter, my sounding board, and the person who always shows up for me without hesitation. She’s the kind of friend who will drop anything to listen, pray, send encouragement, or simply hold space. I’ve wanted her on the show since day one because I knew her story mattered. I knew her perspective would touch people, remind them they aren’t alone, and offer hope in the hardest seasons. Alicia is a boy mom of three—two older teens and a 10-year-old she lovingly describes as “medically complex.” In this episode, she opens up about the journey her family has navigated with her youngest son and the many twists, turns, and surprises along the way. Her story is full of resilience, faith, and courage. There is so much we can learn from Alicia about perseverance, advocacy, and never giving up. I cannot wait for you to hear her heart and her wisdom. This episode is sponsored by the Tammy Brown Insurance Agency.  Please call (734) 844-9180 or visit https://www.facebook.com/tammybrownagency for all of your insurance needs today! Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    59 min

  8. NOV 10

    S2E10: Carrying Our Rocks - Empathy, Faith, and Resilience with Jen Shumsky

    Send us a text This week on Show Me the Way, I had the joy of sitting down with my friend and fellow Duchenne mom, Jen Shumsky. Our families have known each other through the Duchenne community for years, but it’s been a while since we really caught up—and this conversation was such a gift. Jen’s story is full of unexpected turns and beautiful “Godwinks.” As a college student, she had her sights set on a TV and movie career, laughing at friends who were going into nursing. She was sure she’d be living in California someday—but life had other plans. Eventually, she felt called to nursing herself, a choice that not only reshaped her career but also brought her back home to Michigan (Go Blue!). One more year in the dorms led her to meet her husband, and all those seemingly small choices became defining moments on her journey. Today, Jen is a wife and mom of two incredible kids—one living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and the other with type 1 diabetes. She and her family have faced these challenges with grace, strength, and heart. Her nursing background gave her the knowledge to navigate complex medical systems and inspired her to start her own consulting business, helping families who feel lost and overwhelmed by insurance or healthcare struggles.  My favorite takeaways were :  • Medical diagnoses are the least interesting things about people—they are made up of so much more.  • Everyone carries a “backpack” filled with rocks. Some we can toss out, but others we must carry—and when we remember that, we lead with empathy and understanding. Jen’s perspective is such a reminder that every twist in the road has purpose. What an inspiring and heartfelt conversation! Find Jen and her consulting business on LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-shumsky-bsn-rn-cnmap-pacs-bcpa-chco-a587a0102/⁠ Thank you for joining us for the Show Me the Way Podcast. We truly appreciate you turning into today's episode about overcoming adversity and finding your path. We hope it brought you new insights, empowered you with perspective, and inspired you to find joy in your journey. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with someone who could use a little motivation. Until next time, keep seeking the light and showing the way.

    57 min
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Show Me the Way Podcast is a podcast dedicated to exploring the journeys of those who have faced adversity and found themselves on unexpected paths. We will have meaningful, thoughtful conversations about challenges we have faced and how we discovered and forged new direction. Prepare to be inspired and to uncover your own strength as you listen to relatable and motivating stories. Life has a way of twisting and turning and we often need a fresh perspective to understand how to navigate. Let's show each other the way!

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  • Creator
    Andrea Miller
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Show Me the Way Podcast
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