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. 4D AGO

    S2E22: Placed for a Reason - Love, Loss and Parenting Through Autism with Shamin Sanders

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, I sit down with my high school friend, Shamin Sanders—someone I remember as incredibly inclusive, kind-hearted, and full of joy. Even though we haven't seen each other in person in many years, Shamin is one of those people who has felt deeply connected to my family’s journey after Nathan’s diagnosis. She is truly someone God placed in my life for a reason. Shamin is a mom of two daughters. Her youngest has been diagnosed with autism and is nonverbal, which means communicating her thoughts, feelings, and physical needs can be incredibly challenging. Shamin, her husband, their older daughter, and a loving circle of family and friends have spent years learning what works best for their family and how to best support their daughter. However, recently, Shamin experienced another profound hardship—the loss of both of her parents within a very short time. She lovingly describes them as the mayor and first lady of her family, and their absence deeply changed the way her household functioned, especially when it came to care and support for her daughter. In this episode, Shamin vulnerably shares the emotional toll of grief, the exhaustion that comes with constant caregiving, and what it was like to leave a career she loved so she could stay home and be fully available for her daughter. While every day brings new challenges—and often requires a pivot—Shamin and her husband have learned how to lean on one another, grow stronger as partners, and create the best life possible for both of their girls. Shamin’s love for her family shines through every part of our conversation. The wisdom and encouragement she shares are powerful for anyone facing adversity—whether you’re navigating a child’s diagnosis, grieving loved ones, or walking through a season that feels overwhelming. She reminds us how important it is to seek support, take time for ourselves, give our partners space to do the same, and intentionally build a safe, loving, and trusting home base. I know you’ll love this episode and learn 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.

    1h 18m

  2. JAN 27

    S2E21: Breathe In Through Your Nose and Out Through Your Mouth with Andrea Miller

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, host Andrea Miller returns with a solo, reflective episode centered on three meaningful reminders for everyday life. Andrea encourages listeners to be proactive while still living in the present, recognizing that tomorrow is never promised. She also shares a simple but powerful grounding tool for stressful or triggering moments—pausing to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth to help calm your body and mind. Finally, Andrea reminds us of the importance of finding your tribe, leaning into community, and accepting help when it’s offered, knowing that support is always reciprocal. As we reach the end of a long month, this episode offers hope for brighter days ahead and gentle reminders to carry forward. And as always, Andrea believes everyone has a story worth sharing—if you feel called to share yours, reach out. Let’s show each other the way. 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.

    39 min

  3. JAN 19

    S2E20: Still Here By God's Grace with Carla Haun

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, I had what can only be described as a miracle conversation with my guest, Carla Haun. Carla was introduced to me by one of my biggest supporters and frequent guest-connector, Christine Spradlin, who knew Carla carried an incredibly special and inspirational story that needed to be shared. In 2020, Carla was diagnosed with COVID, and it hit her hard. Her condition quickly worsened, leading to hospitalization, sepsis, and multiple strokes. She became one of the first COVID patients to be placed on ECMO, a life-support machine used to help her lungs function, and spent many days in a coma. Carla bravely shares the terrifying reality of her experience—how many times she truly believed she was going to die, the unimaginable pain of having to say goodbye to her family on more than one occasion, and the emotional toll of fighting for her life. She recounts seeing the light and being reminded by God that she still had work to do in this life, especially as a mother. That moment fueled her determination to fight her way out of the coma, survive without ECMO, and move forward with her life. Having this conversation at all feels surreal, as Carla firmly believes it is nothing short of a miracle that she is alive today. She also speaks beautifully about the importance of community—her family and friends who stood by her like family—and reminds us all of the power of faith, positivity, and perseverance. This episode is a powerful reminder to never give up, even in our darkest days, and to lean on the people who love us when we need them most. ✨ An episode full of faith, resilience, and hope—you won’t want to miss this one. 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

  4. JAN 13

    S2E19: Hills and Valleys with Andrea Miller

    Send us a text In this episode, the Show Me the Way Host, Andrea Miller, shares about a recent traumatic experience she and her family went through after Nathan was injured in a car incident. Although everything is still fresh and raw, she describes what happened and all the emotions attached, and shares how she, her husband and Nathan are figuring out how to move forward and how to gain knowledge and perspective from this experience.  Andrea has been working on her relationship with God and her faith and has really had to lean on both over the past few days.  She recognizes how God is there - in the Hills and the Valleys.  Listen to see if you can relate and also check out the beautiful song - Hills and Valleys from Tauren Wells. 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.

    30 min

  5. JAN 5

    S2E18: Carrying On Through Loss, Love, and Duchenne with Kelly Fitzpatrick

    Send us a text This week on the Show Me the Way podcast, I’m joined by my friend and fellow Duchenne mom, Kelly Fitzpatrick. Kelly is an energetic, strong-willed, and fiercely independent superhero mama who has worn many hats over the years — including Army veteran, dental hygienist, yogi, and mom to three boys. Kelly’s life has taken her across multiple states through her military service, education, and career. She married a fellow serviceman, and together they welcomed three boys close in age. When her oldest began showing signs of muscle weakness, Kelly trusted her instincts and started digging for answers. That search led to a devastating diagnosis: Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Soon after, she learned she was a genetic carrier — and heartbreakingly, that her two younger sons were also affected. As if that wasn’t enough, Kelly found herself navigating profound loss and change all at once. Within the same year as the diagnoses, her marriage ended in divorce, and a few years later, she also lost her mother. Today, Kelly cares for her boys mostly full-time, facing new challenges daily. While she has some support from family and friends, she’s still learning how to ask for — and accept — help. Despite enduring an incredible amount of adversity in a short period of time, Kelly continues to show up for her boys with love, strength, and determination. She is deeply reflective in this episode, sharing how she’s beginning to better understand her own needs — even as she so often puts her children first, sometimes at the expense of her own self-care. Kelly’s story offers powerful lessons for all of us, regardless of our circumstances. She reminds us to stay present, to ask for help specifically and accept it when we need it, to say no when something isn’t right, and to never give up — because there is always a way to figure something out. Kelly and her boys offer incredible perspective, resilience, and grace. I’m truly honored she shared her journey and wisdom on the show. 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.

    1h 3m

  6. 12/28/2025

    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

  7. 12/22/2025

    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

  8. 12/16/2025

    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
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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 - 2026
  • Episodes
    79
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Show Me the Way Podcast
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