Facing Giants Facing Giants

Raili-Ann, a young mother caught in the relentless grip of an abusive relationship with the father of her child. As if the daily abuse isn't enough, she is plagued by severe jaw pain, for which she desperately awaits surgery.Prescribed painkillers offer a fleeting glimpse of relief, but her partner's selfish consumption of the medication leaves her in constant agony. In a moment of sheer desperation, Emily turns to a close friend who offers her a mysterious painkiller. This seemingly small ac...

Born into a loving home with all the prospects of success, Wiley's life seemed to be following a trajectory of promise. However, a tumultuous turn of events led her down a path of dependency and despair. Following the end of a significant relationship, Wiley found solace in the numbing embrace of alcohol. Despite the growing concerns voiced by friends and family, she remained dismissive of the severity of her addiction.Desperate to salvage what remained of her life, Wiley reluctantly agreed t...

In this episode, we discuss climate change with Dr. Paul Berger, a climate change professor and activist. With misinformation rampant and skepticism lingering, Dr. Berger lays bare the facts, debunking myths and shedding light on the undeniable reality of our changing climate.Join us as we tackle the tough questions head-on: Is climate change merely a hoax, as some claim, or a pressing reality demanding urgent action? Through Dr. Berger's insights, listeners may gain a clearer understanding o...

** WARNING** Mature subject matter discussed in detail. Listener's discretion is advised. Vanessa's battle with addiction continues. It is even amplified with the introduction to fentanyl leading her down a dark path into the world of online sex work. Constantly in and out of tumultuous relationships, Vanessa found herself caught in a cycle of self-destruction, using her earnings to support her dangerous habits.But it wasn't until Vanessa faced the terrifying reality of being kidnapped a...

** WARNING ** - Mature subject matters discussed in detail. Listeners discretion is advised. Vanessa, a young woman whose journey from well-intentioned high school student to substance abuse and sex work sheds light on the complexities of life's challenges.Despite becoming pregnant in her final year of high school, she and her partner were determined to provide the best life for their child. However, as the pressures of parenthood and everyday life mounted, cracks began to appear in thei...

Rob finds himself face-to-face with a formidable black bear during a routine survey in the woods. What begins as just another day in the field quickly transforms into a harrowing ordeal that will forever linger in Rob's memory.As Rob goes about his work, meticulously surveying the natural habitat, little does he know that he's about to become the focus of attention for an unexpected visitor - a black bear. Despite Rob's efforts to deter the bear with bear spray, the determined creature refuse...