The Suffering Podcast

Kevin Donaldson
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The Suffering Podcast

Adversity is the common thread throughout the lives of all living human beings.  This human condition can either make us or break us.  Nothing great comes easy and it's the overcoming of adversity that makes us who we are.  Living by the ethos Suffering is THE way to sustainable success and the path to greatness. Always remember Mike Failace.

  1. Episode 238: The Suffering of Being Gay with Angel Martin and Dr. John De Oca

    4D AGO

    Episode 238: The Suffering of Being Gay with Angel Martin and Dr. John De Oca

    Send us a text Angel Martin is a content creator, podcast host, and proud Jersey native who has spent over 10 years crafting authentic, engaging content across social media — blending humor, music, and dance to connect with diverse audiences. For the past two and a half years, Angel has brought that same energy and insight to the world of podcasting. You can often catch Angel as a panelist on Get Real with Kim D, where pop culture, trending news, and Bravo TV drama are dissected with equal parts fairness, empathy, and sharp-witted sarcasm. With a naturally laid-back and relatable style, Angel’s voice cuts through the noise — delivering opinions that are thoughtful, balanced, and always real. Find Angel Martin Instagram Find Dr. John De Oca Instagram Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 3m
  2. Episode 237: The Suffering of Another Rant With Danny Rivera and Tom Flynn

    JUN 29

    Episode 237: The Suffering of Another Rant With Danny Rivera and Tom Flynn

    Send us a text The boys are back in town!!!!! We are back in the studio to test out our chops on who can rant on a random topic. Join us on this fun, filled journey that promises laughs, tears, information, and ball busting.   FocusLab Media Website Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 3m
  3. Episode 236: The Suffering of A Forensic Psychologist with Dr. Dorothy Novitskie

    JUN 22

    Episode 236: The Suffering of A Forensic Psychologist with Dr. Dorothy Novitskie

    Send us a text Dr. Novitskie's career has spanned two decades largely within clinical-forensic and outpatient settings. She has provided assessment and clinical care to clients across the lifespan, ranging from early childhood to those faced with end-of-life difficulties. Dr. Novitskie has extensive training and experience in conducting clinical and forensic mental health evaluations, focused on addressing various psycho-legal issues. She has specialty training in clinical, diagnostic, and sexual/violence risk assessments with both adult and juvenile offenders.  At the county, state, and federal levels, Dr. Novitskie provides psychological evaluations and testimony for the courts, utilizing her training and hands-on assessment experience in various civil and criminal matters. ​ Dr. Novitskie conducts evaluations in a range of criminal and civil matters, including Pre-Employment & Fitness-for-Duty (FTD), Diagnostic/Need for Treatment Evaluations (NFT), and Violence, Sexual, and Fire-setting Risk Assessments. Find Dr. Dorothy Novitskie Website Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 10m
  4. Episode 235: The Suffering of LEO Assistance

    JUN 15

    Episode 235: The Suffering of LEO Assistance

    Send us a text Adam Blevins is a former Virginia State Trooper and currently serves as the Operations Director for the Virginia Law Enforcement Assistance Program (VALEAP), where he leads statewide efforts in peer support, trauma response, and first responder wellness. He is also an auxiliary police officer with the Saltville Police Department and a licensed resident in counseling at Rivers of Hope Counseling, LLC, where he provides therapy with a focus on trauma, grief, and emotional resilience. Adam is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and holds professional credentials in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM). He earned his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University, where he is also currently pursuing his PhD in Trauma-Informed Care. As both a public safety professional and a mental health provider, Adam brings a unique “boots on the ground” perspective to conversations around suffering, identity, and healing. He is also the author of Welcome to the S.H.I.F.T. Show™: How to Love Yourself in a World That Won’t, a brutally honest, deeply human book designed for anyone who’s tired of barely hanging on and ready to start showing up for themselves. The book will be available on May 13 th , 2025. Find Adam Blevins Instagram Facebook Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup KetaRevive Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 12m
  5. Episode 234: The Suffering of a Paramedic With Stephanie Niemiec

    JUN 8

    Episode 234: The Suffering of a Paramedic With Stephanie Niemiec

    Send us a text Stephanie Niemiec was raised in Fairfield, NJ. Stephanie graduated from West Essex High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and Thomas Edison State University. Her personal journey has been shaped by significant loss, having experienced the deaths of several close family members from a young age. These experiences have profoundly influenced her commitment to emergency medicine and her resilience in the face of trauma. Stephanie is a dedicated Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Paramedic and clinical educator with over 25 years of experience in prehospital medicine. She beganher career in 1996 as an EMT with Cedar Grove Ambulance & Rescue Squad and advanced her training at Union County College’s paramedic program in 1999. By 2000, Her passion for teaching emerged in 2003 when she became a paramedic instructor at Union County College. She later advanced to Clinical Coordinator for Bergen Community College’s Paramedic Science Program. Stephanie is the proud mother of a 20-year-old autistic daughter, a thriving college music major who aspires to play clarinet in a traveling orchestra and teach music to special needs students. Stephanie is also the former spouse of a police officer, with whom she maintains a strong friendship. She openly reflects on the challenges faced by families of public servants, emphasizing the need for greater professional and community support. She believes the lack of professional and religious support are the reasons that contributed to the destruction of their marriage Stephanie’s career has been marked by her ability to navigate the aftermath of tragedy, both personally and professionally. Since the age of 15, she has endured the loss of close relatives and, throughout her 25 years in the field, has responded to countless critical incidents-including deaths, shootings, stabbings, hangings, drownings, motor vehicle collisions, domestic violence, and child abuse. These experiences have reinforced her dedication to compassionate care and her commitment to preparing the next generation of paramedics Find Stephanie Niemiec Instagram  Facebook  LinkedIn  Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup KetaRevive Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 5m
  6. Episode 233: The Suffering of Divorce Recovery with Dr. Courtney Evans

    JUN 1

    Episode 233: The Suffering of Divorce Recovery with Dr. Courtney Evans

    Send us a text Dr. Courtney is a bestselling author, divorce recovery specialist, and writing coach with a DNP (Doctorate in Nursing). She blends science, soul, and sass to uncage her clients to become CEOs, girl bosses, and happily ever after game-changers in a space that desperately needs disruption. Dr. Court is the founder of The Ever After Collective—A powerhouse space where divorce recovery, stepmom mentoring, and truth-telling come together in a raw, unfiltered process of reclaiming one's identity, rewriting their story, and stepping into a life only dreamed of, unapologetically. Her work is rooted in personal transformation, emotional honesty, and the belief that our most painful moments often hold the keys to our most powerful reinvention. After navigating her own journey through divorce, coparenting, identity loss, and the messy middle of rebuilding, Dr. Court turned her story into a source of strength—she was determined to rise from all that was meant to destroy her and write her own happily ever after. As the voice behind the bestseller Uncaged, a raw and empowering memoir, she uses both her coaching and love for writing to help women reclaim their voice, rediscover who they are, and rewrite their next chapter with purpose and power.  When she’s not coaching, you can find her treasure-hunting for sea glass, scribbling words that set her heart free, or living in beautiful chaos with her blended family. Links: Uncaged  IG  Substack  Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup KetaRevive Toyota of Hackensack Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 7m
  7. Episode 232: The Suffering of Trust With Eric "Loomis" Perluke

    MAY 25

    Episode 232: The Suffering of Trust With Eric "Loomis" Perluke

    Send us a text  "Loomis" Perluke was born in 1981 in the Wilkes/Scranton area of Pennsylvania.  Loomis found himself in the depths of addiction in his early 20's. 17 treatment centers and countless detoxes Loomis finally pulled himself out of addiction and changed his life at the age of 40. He is now out there telling his story to help others who battle with addiction. He is also working on a big project with The Bufalino Family. Loomis's message is about telling others no matter how down and out you are, there's always hope and time for change. The Loomis Show Youtube Loomis Show Instagram  The Bufalino Family Instagram  Loomis Show TikTok  Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup KetaRevive Toyota of Hackensack Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 12m
  8. Episode 231: The Suffering of Veteran Services with Eric Crafton

    MAY 18

    Episode 231: The Suffering of Veteran Services with Eric Crafton

    Send us a text Eric Crafton is a decorated army national guard member, committed law enforcement officer with a Masters of Administrative Science – Law Enforcement Administration, and mental health advocate who values dedication, service, and excellence. With a combined 24 years of exemplary public service and mental health advocacy, Eric is proud to lead the New Jersey Veteran Support Alliance. Serving in the Army National Guard added a new layer of urgency to Eric’s mission to serve his community and advocate for mental health services. As a decorated soldier and Certified Crisis Interventionist, Eric recognizes the struggle of active military re-entering civilian life. He has spent the past decade creating a network of physicians and mental health professionals to assist veterans and their families with the VA claims process. In 2024, Eric officially launched the New Jersey Veteran Support Alliance. Find Eric Crafton and Veteran Services Alliance https://njvsa.org/ Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Tom Flynn Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube The Suffering Podcast Family Sherri Allsup KetaRevive Toyota of Hackensack Support the show The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

    1h 7m
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Adversity is the common thread throughout the lives of all living human beings.  This human condition can either make us or break us.  Nothing great comes easy and it's the overcoming of adversity that makes us who we are.  Living by the ethos Suffering is THE way to sustainable success and the path to greatness. Always remember Mike Failace.

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  • Creator
    Kevin Donaldson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    238
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Suffering Podcast
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