The Resilient Author with Kary Youman

Kary Youman
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The Resilient Author Podcast explores the architecture of impact. Host Kary Youman goes behind the scenes with nonfiction authors who have turned personal setbacks into proprietary frameworks. These aren’t just stories about writing; they are deep dives into how resilience is codified into a legacy. Through structured, high-fidelity conversations, Kary extracts the "hard-won wisdom" from leaders who have faced down the setbacks of the build to bring their message to the world. Whether you are a founder, consultant, or creator, this show offers the strategic insights and professional courage needed to turn your lived experience into a lasting authority asset.

  1. The Courage to Tell Your Story with NORTH

    JAN 8

    The Courage to Tell Your Story with NORTH

    If you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving. I sat down with North for a grounded and vulnerable conversation about identity, healing, and becoming whole. We talk about the experiences that shaped them, the lessons they learned along the way, and the steady work of creating a life that feels true. If you value honest reflection and stories about personal transformation, this episode will speak to you. Subscribe for more grounded conversations on growth and resilience: Learn more about North: https://www.coachtiffanyrn.com/ 💬 IMPACTFUL QUOTES I’m learning to build a life that actually fits Healing asked me to slow down and listen Belonging starts with telling the truth about who you are Growth feels like coming home to myself Alignment shows up in the small everyday choices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  2. Leading Through Adversity with Ray Hartjen

    JAN 1

    Leading Through Adversity with Ray Hartjen

    If you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving. Kary Youman talks with Ray Hartjen about leadership, resilience, and the power of owning your story. Ray shares candid lessons from his personal and professional life, exploring how true leadership is built on self-awareness, service, and integrity. If you’ve ever faced a season of transition or uncertainty, this episode will leave you grounded and inspired. Subscribe for more grounded, story-driven conversations on growth and purpose. 📖 Learn more about Ray: https://rayhartjen.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  3. Nadine Ellis on Poetry, Presence, and the Stories That Shape Us

    12/23/2025

    Nadine Ellis on Poetry, Presence, and the Stories That Shape Us

    I sat down with Nadine for a thoughtful and heartfelt conversation about poetry, presence, and the inner work that shapes creative people. We talk about how she finds meaning in everyday moments, how grief softened her voice, and why slowing down has strengthened her connection to her art. If you’re drawn to creativity, reflection, or the power of language, you’ll appreciate this episode. Subscribe for more grounded conversations on growth and expression Learn more about Nadine: https://www.nadineellis.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min
  4. Jonathan Hutton on Purpose, Recovery, and Becoming Who You Really Are

    12/16/2025

    Jonathan Hutton on Purpose, Recovery, and Becoming Who You Really Are

    I sat down with Jonathan for an honest and reflective conversation about purpose, recovery, and the courage it takes to grow past who you used to be. We explore the moments that shaped him, the inner work that continues today, and how faith, consistency, and vulnerability keep him grounded. If you’re on a path of becoming, you’ll find a lot of value in this episode. Learn more about Jonathan: https://unflappable.press/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m
  5. Kira Hartley on Grief, Growth, and Finding Herself Again

    12/11/2025

    Kira Hartley on Grief, Growth, and Finding Herself Again

    I sat down with Kira Hartley for a grounded conversation about grief, healing, and personal growth. We talk about the moments that broke her open, how she’s rebuilding her life with more honesty and intention, and what she’s learning about motherhood, self worth, and becoming who she truly is. If you’re moving through change or reconnecting with yourself after a hard season, this conversation will land. Subscribe for more grounded conversations on life and becoming Listen to more episodes: https://www.theresilientauthor.com/ Learn more about Kira: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DodOddity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  6. The Power of Owning Your Light with Kristin Massey

    12/04/2025

    The Power of Owning Your Light with Kristin Massey

    If you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving. In this episode, I sit down with author and storyteller Kristin Massey for a grounded conversation about resilience, creativity, and trusting your own voice. Kristin shares stories from her childhood, her JOAT method, and what she learned by studying the human condition through timeless stories. If you’re on a personal growth path, navigating confidence, or learning how to speak up more boldly, you’ll feel right at home here. If this episode lands for you, hit like and subscribe so you don’t miss the next one. 🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://www.theresilientauthor.com/ 📖 Learn more about Kristin: https://thejoatbook.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  7. Healing, Self Love, and Letting Life Slow You Down

    11/25/2025

    Healing, Self Love, and Letting Life Slow You Down

    If you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving. I sat down with Kathryn Remati for a grounded conversation about self love, healing, and the power of slowing down. We talk about the moments that reshaped her, the practices that keep her centered, and the deeper work of learning to trust yourself again. If you’re into growth, reflection, and honest conversations about becoming, you’ll feel this one. Subscribe for more grounded conversations on growth and resilience Listen to more episodes: https://www.theresilientauthor.com/ Learn more about Kathryn: https://lightenupretreat.com/ About Kathryn Kathryn Remati is the author of Befriend Yourself. She’s a long time meditation and sleep expert, creator of the Tranquil Me App, and a minimalist world traveler who has helped thousands reconnect with their own self love. Her voice has been heard on hundreds of platforms, including Insight Timer, and she was recently featured on the national ABC News site. Kathryn has taught meditation for decades, written for outlets like HuffPost and Yoga International, and led retreats around the world. Her work blends experience from ashrams, yoga in Bali, stress management programs at Kaiser Permanente, and her own forty year journey as a meditator. Through her retreats and recordings, Kathryn guides people back to calm, clarity, and inner peace. Her next Lighten Up Retreat takes place in Costa Rica over New Years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  8. The Wisdom of Recovery with Daryl Dittmer

    11/20/2025

    The Wisdom of Recovery with Daryl Dittmer

    If you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving. In this episode, Kary sits down with Daryl Dittmer, a man whose life and work reflect decades of hard-earned wisdom in recovery. Together, they unpack what it really means to live an authentic sober life, one that’s grounded in service, spiritual growth, and personal responsibility. Daryl shares lessons from his journey through addiction, recovery, and leadership, offering insights that go far beyond sobriety. This conversation explores the deeper work of becoming the kind of person who shows up — for yourself, your family, and your purpose. Learn more and follow Daryl's journey at https://www.daryldittmer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
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The Resilient Author Podcast explores the architecture of impact. Host Kary Youman goes behind the scenes with nonfiction authors who have turned personal setbacks into proprietary frameworks. These aren’t just stories about writing; they are deep dives into how resilience is codified into a legacy. Through structured, high-fidelity conversations, Kary extracts the "hard-won wisdom" from leaders who have faced down the setbacks of the build to bring their message to the world. Whether you are a founder, consultant, or creator, this show offers the strategic insights and professional courage needed to turn your lived experience into a lasting authority asset.

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