The Unsaid

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The Unsaid is a podcast about the stories, experiences, questions, and perspectives that exist beneath what we see. Through honest conversations with people from different walks of life, we explore the decisions, uncertainties, failures, turning points, and ideas that often stay out of the conversation. From work and ambition to identity, life, and everything in between, each episode takes a closer look at what shaped the person and the story behind where they are today. Hosted by Fae, The Unsaid is a place to listen, question, and see familiar things from a different perspective.

  1. Oct 31

    Three Engagements, Three Walkaways: Choosing Yourself Over the Fear of Being Alone | Debbie Engle

    How do you know when to walk away from a relationship, especially when you’ve already invested so much of yourself in it? In this episode of The Unsaid, I’m joined by Debbie Engle, a three-time award-winning author whose personal journey inspired her book, I Am the Real Runaway Bride. After being engaged three times and choosing not to go through with marriage on each occasion, Debbie shares what those experiences taught her about relationships, self-worth, discernment, and the courage to make difficult decisions. We explore the pressure to settle down, the fear of being alone, recognising when something isn’t right, and learning to trust yourself even when your choices don’t align with other people’s expectations. This conversation goes beyond the idea of walking away. It’s about understanding why we sometimes stay, what it takes to choose differently, and why being honest with yourself can be one of the most important decisions you make. Connect with Debbie and explore her work: https://debbieengle.com

  2. Oct 30

    How Life Shapes the Stories We Tell \| Nancy Jasin Ensley

    What do the people we meet, the experiences we live through, and the moments we never forget teach us about the human experience? In this episode of The Unsaid, I’m joined by Nancy Jasin Ensley, an author, legal nurse, hospice specialist, and teacher, for a conversation about the connection between life and storytelling. Drawing from her years in healthcare, hospice care, and education, Nancy shares how listening to people and witnessing different seasons of life have shaped her understanding of family, faith, loss, resilience, and human connection. We explore how real-life experiences find their way into writing, how she moves across genres while maintaining her voice, and why writing can be a powerful way to process, preserve, and make sense of life. This conversation also asks an important question: What stories are we carrying that deserve to be told? Whether you’re a writer, someone navigating life’s experiences, or simply someone who enjoys meaningful conversations, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the stories that shape us. Connect with Nancy and explore her work:https://nancyjasinensley.com/

  3. Oct 28

    The Light Switch Myth: Why Lasting Change Begins With Compassion, Not Pressure | Kerisma Vere

    Have you ever felt like you should be further along by now? You know what you want to change, you try to do better, and yet somehow you find yourself back in the same place. And then comes the frustration of wondering why you can’t seem to get it right. In this episode of The Unsaid, I sit down with Kerisma Vere, holistic wellness coach and author of The Light Switch Myth: Contemporary Approaches to Creating Lasting Change, to explore why personal growth isn’t always as simple as deciding to change and trying harder. Kerisma challenges the all-or-nothing approach to self-improvement and offers a more compassionate way to understand healing, habits, and the patterns that shape our lives. Drawing from her work and lived experience, she explores how trauma, anxiety, addiction, and difficult life experiences can influence the way we respond to ourselves—and why lasting change requires more than willpower alone. Together, we explore what it means to rebuild self-trust, recognize progress that doesn’t always look dramatic, and stop treating ourselves as projects that are never quite finished. In this conversation, we explore: Why trying harder doesn’t always lead to lasting changeThe pressure to heal, improve, and have everything figured outHow our experiences shape our patterns and responsesThe role of self-trust, self-compassion, and gratitude in personal growthWhat it means to make meaningful changes without overwhelming yourselfHow to move from pressure to a more sustainable path forwardThis conversation is a reminder that change doesn’t have to happen all at once, and you don’t have to fight yourself to become who you want to be. Sometimes, the most important shift begins when you stop asking, “Why can’t I get this right?” and start asking, “What do I need to understand about myself?” Connect with Kerisma:Explore her work, resources, and wellness offerings at https://towardswellness.ca/ You’re listening to The Unsaid conversations that go deeper than the obvious.

  4. Oct 24

    When Grief Becomes a Turning Point: Love, Recovery, and the Science of the Nervous System | Dr. Steve McGough

    What happens when the experience you never wanted becomes the reason you discover a completely different path in life? Dr. Steve McGough’s journey into recovery and wellness began with a deeply personal tragedy. After losing his son, Luke, and watching his wife, Wendy, endure a life-threatening infection and years of serious health complications, Steve began searching for ways to help her when existing options fell short. What started as a project in his garage eventually became the hi® massage system, an invention now covered by six US and international patents. In this episode of The Unsaid, we go beyond the invention to explore the experiences that shaped Steve’s work. We discuss the nervous system’s role in recovery, why understanding stress doesn’t always mean the body can release it, and how the pressures we carry can affect our health and closest relationships. Steve also shares insights from his background in neuroscience and clinical sexology, his decades of practising QiGong, and more than 25 years of marriage to Wendy while building businesses together. We explore what it takes to stay connected through grief, illness, uncertainty, and the demands of entrepreneurship—and how our definition of success can change when life forces us to reconsider what matters most. This is a conversation about turning personal pain into purposeful work, understanding the body beyond what we can see, and protecting the relationships that give our lives meaning. Connect with Dr. Steve McGough and learn more about his work: https://www.himassager.com You’ve been listening to The Unsaid—conversations that go deeper than the obvious.

  5. Oct 23

    From Feeling Like an Outsider to Finding My Voice: Noah May’s Story | The Unsaidt

    What happens when you spend years feeling like you don’t belong, wondering whether you’re good enough, and struggling with things other people can’t see? In this episode of The Unsaid, I’m joined by Noah May, a podcast host and storyteller who has lived with depression and anxiety since his early teens. Noah opens up about the challenges that shaped his journey, the loneliness of feeling like an outsider, and what it took to begin sharing his experiences instead of keeping them to himself. We explore the difference between how someone appears on the outside and what they may be carrying internally, the courage it takes to speak honestly about difficult experiences, and how finding your voice can change the way you understand yourself and connect with others. Through his work on Lethal Venom, Southern Reads, and Music Talks, Noah has created spaces for conversations about life, stories, books, and ideas. But behind the microphones is a person whose own experiences have shaped why those conversations matter. This is an honest conversation about mental health, self-worth, vulnerability, and the possibility of finding a sense of belonging even after years of feeling different. Connect with Noah and explore his podcasts: https://www.noahspodcasts.com You’ve been listening to The Unsaid—conversations that go deeper than the obvious.

  6. Oct 23

    When a Country Stops Working: Can We Rethink Democracy Before It’s Too Late? | Evan Jaqua

    What happens when your experiences across different countries change the way you see your own? Evan Jaqua is an international business development specialist, entrepreneur, and founder of the Solutions Party. Having lived and worked across America, Japan, South America, and China, Evan has developed a perspective shaped by different cultures, systems, and ways of thinking about society. In this episode of The Unsaid, we explore the questions behind his call for political reform: Are elections encouraging people to think critically about ideas, or dividing them through tribalism and party loyalty? What happens when public trust in journalism and political institutions begins to weaken? And how can a country pursue prosperity while addressing corruption, accountability, and the needs of ordinary people? We also discuss Evan’s proposals for changing political incentives, strengthening accountability, and rethinking how democracy works—not simply what we expect it to deliver. This is a conversation about the systems we inherit, the assumptions we rarely question, and what it takes to turn dissatisfaction into meaningful ideas for change. Connect with Evan and learn more about the Solutions Party: https://www.solutionsparty.org/GreaterAmerica.html You’ve been listening to The Unsaid—conversations that go deeper than the obvious.

  7. Oct 21

    Found by Name, Missing by Need: The Authority Gap Accomplished Leaders Can’t See | Amie Thompson

    What if people recognize your name, respect your experience, and know you’re good at what you do—but still don’t think of you when they need the expertise you offer? In this episode of The Unsaid, I’m joined by Amie Thompson, an experienced business leader and strategist who helps executives close the gap between the expertise they possess and the authority their market actually recognizes. Drawing on more than 25 years of leadership experience, Amie explores why accomplished professionals can remain overlooked despite their knowledge and track record. We discuss the difference between being visible and being known for something specific, why strong reputations don’t always translate into new opportunities, and how unclear positioning can prevent the right people from recognizing an expert’s value. We also look at how the rise of AI-powered search is changing the way people discover and evaluate expertise. When potential clients search for answers, what helps a leader’s knowledge become recognizable, relevant, and easy to find? This conversation goes beyond self-promotion and content creation to examine a deeper question: What happens when you’re genuinely good at what you do, but the people who need you don’t know why they should choose you? For executives, consultants, and business leaders who want their expertise to translate into meaningful opportunities, this episode offers a fresh perspective on authority, positioning, and being found for the value you actually bring. Connect with Amie and explore her Thought Leadership Platform Guide: Website: https://execbrandauthority.com/guides

  8. Oct 19

    Choice and Consequence: The Truths We Avoid and the Responsibility We Carry | Branch Isole

    How often do we avoid a truth because accepting it would require us to change? And what happens when the choices we justify today become the consequences we must face tomorrow? On this episode of The Unsaid, I’m joined by Branch Isole, an author, poet, storyteller, and podcast host whose work explores personal responsibility, truth, relationships, spiritual growth, and the consequences of our choices. Together, we explore why people sometimes struggle to acknowledge uncomfortable truths, how our decisions shape our relationships and the lives we build, and why taking responsibility can be one of the hardest yet most important steps toward change. We also discuss the role of self-awareness in personal growth, the difficult process of repairing relationships, and what it means to live according to the truths we claim to believe. Drawing from his experiences as a writer, entrepreneur, and teacher, Branch shares perspectives on the lessons life can reveal when we are willing to look beyond our excuses and examine ourselves honestly. This conversation invites us to consider a deeper question: Does real change begin when we finally face the consequences of our choices, or when we decide to take responsibility before life forces us to? Join us for a thoughtful conversation about truth, accountability, faith, and the choices that shape who we become. Connect with Branch Isole and explore his work: Website: https://www.branchisole.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@branchisole9097/videos

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The Unsaid is a podcast about the stories, experiences, questions, and perspectives that exist beneath what we see. Through honest conversations with people from different walks of life, we explore the decisions, uncertainties, failures, turning points, and ideas that often stay out of the conversation. From work and ambition to identity, life, and everything in between, each episode takes a closer look at what shaped the person and the story behind where they are today. Hosted by Fae, The Unsaid is a place to listen, question, and see familiar things from a different perspective.

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  • Creator
    The unsaid by fae
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
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