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Giants Amongst Us

by RR

Real stories, told by REAL people. The unique HUMAN experience. These are raw oral documents, and testimonies. About introspection, self inquiry, and accountability for self. And exploring our own human nature - fears, failures, strengths and talents. Self discovery isn't a destination, but a journey. There's a GIANT within us all. Lace up your boots if you're ready! _____ To connect shoot us a line : [email protected] All links https://linktr.ee/giants_amongst_us Talk with you soon PEACE!

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  1. Beyond Abuse, Loss and Pain - Creative Artistry and Embracing The Unknown || Beami

    Real stories, told by real people. Hope all is goody, as always. We are back with another edition highlighting raw testaments of infinite possibilities. May this inspire your own actualizing potentials. And if you know anyone who may find value in this, feel free to share it. Today, Beami joins…

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  2. A Memoir of Recovery From C-PTSD and the Trauma of Narcissistic Abuse || Patricia

    Real stories, told by real people. We are back with another one, I hope this finds you in good spirits. Everything is good on my end, just getting over a little cold. But nothing some rest, vitamins, good tea, and hearty home cooked meals couldn't take care of. My lovely wife played a big part in...

  3. Remaining Human In A Digital World || In Between The Stories

    Hope this finds you in good spirits? Today I'll be solo-bolo for an 'In Between The Story'. We're going to talk a bit about the "feels" and the importance of not losing our humanness while navigating through this New Age of Intelligence. A topic that always seems to come up with me. So, hopefully...

  4. My Involuntary Journey with Multiple Sclerosis and Ocular Melanoma || Rachel

    Real stories, told by real people. Happy New Years!! Hope all is well, It's good to be back with another sit down, we've got another Story to share. Today Rachel joins us, and she has a story to tell. "From a Kick in the Head to a Kick in the Ass" is the name of Rachel's memoir. Initially, it was...

  5. The Dangers Of A "No-Effort, No Pain" Doctrine || In Between The Stories

    We're back!!! And it feels good, too. On this new installment of 'In Between The Stories' we'll talk a little bit about the "quick fix." And, it's great exchange that promises to give us something for NOTHING!! In his book The Art of Being, Erich Fromm outlines two modes of existence - having and...

  6. Where Do I Belong? Escaping A Cult At Thirteen Years Old || Sarah

    Real stories, told by real people. Back with another one!! Hope this finds you well? Today, Sarah joins us, and she's got a story to tell. Raised in a strict religious community, and what Sarah called a cult. She eventually fled to the woods at 13 years old. Jumping on her bike, and pedaling…

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  7. Giving Back The Pain || Dr. Robert Bleck

    Real stories, told by real people. It sure is good to be back. I'm pleased to have another story to share with you. Hope all is well? Today Dr. Robert Bleck joins us, and he's got a story to tell. To say Robert had a rough childhood would be an under statement. He was beaten, and abused…

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  8. Impressions Of Near-Death Experiences || Robert (Bob) Coppes

    Real stories, told by real people. Hope all is well? We're back with another one. Today Bob joins us, and he's got a story to tell. I'm always excited to introduce a new guest and story on the Show. And this one in particular was special for reasons that go back to a childhood fear of mine. You...

  9. Has AI Already Seized The World And Manipulated Our Perception Of Reality? || In Between The Stories

    Hope all is well? It's good to be back. I wanted to drop an episode before sharing and introducing a new guest on the Show. I'll be solo with another installment of 'In Between The Stories'. "Has AI Already Seized The World And Manipulated Our Perception of Reality?" That's what we'll be asking...

  10. Survival, A Year Long Expedition In The Subarctic Of Canada, At 19 Years Old || David

    Real stories, told by real people. As always, I'm pleased to be back with another story to share. Hope you're doing well, and this finds you in good spirits. Today David joins us, and he's got a story to tell. This is going to be a good one. Here's a little blurb from David's website to set the...

  11. Trauma and Ecstasy: How Psychedelics Made My Life Worth Living || Alex

    Real stories, told by real people. It's been a while since our last story shared. But, as always it feels good to be back with another one. Hope you all are well, today Alex joins us, and he's got a story to tell. This will have graphic, and sensitive content. It's a raw conversation about sexual...

  12. That Glorious Gem Within : Intuition || In Between The Stories

    Good to be back, as always. Hope this finds you well. Today, I'm solo-bolo and wanted to share some words with you about Intuition. This beautiful, glorious, hidden gem within all of us. If you'd like to read where this bit came from, you can find it here :...

  13. To Honor Your Heart, How I Ended 15 Years Of Addiction || Jessi Hartnett

    Real stories, told by real people. What does it mean to "Honor Your Heart?" And how can that help us with ending an addiction? I had my own interpretation of its translation, prior to today. But, our guest makes it clear where she's coming from, and the significance behind "Honor Your Heart."...

  14. Igniting The Soul Of Human Evolution One Awakening At A Time || Stephanie

    Real stories, told by real people. When was the last time you danced? Or what about walking around barefooted? Connection to earth, and source, influences our body. Today, Stephanie joins us, and she's got a story to tell. Having gone through the fire. Ridiculed as a child for "being different",...

  15. Navigating U.S. Expat Taxation, And The Fight To Establish A Fair Tax System || Gabriel

    Real stories, told by real people. “Millions of Americans living abroad are taxpayers, yet we are treated as an afterthought by the system—expected to comply with complex and costly tax rules while being denied basic assistance.” - Gabriel Morrow Born and raised in Cleveland, Tennessee, today...

  16. Major Depression, And Anxiety, The Medicine Was In Meditation || Derek

    Real stories, told by real people. Dealing with a major depression disorder, and anxiety as well, today, Derek joins us. And he's got a story to tell. Derek is a former award-winning sportswriter. He talks about the day he gave up his dream job in order to keep 50% custody of his daughter after…

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    Host of Giants Amongst Us. Real stories told by real people. Introspection, self inquiry, and accountability. Exploring human nature and the road to self discovery

  18. Eclectic Musician Draws From Traumatic Childhood To Create Raw And Authentic Music || Benjamin "Bencasso" Barnes

    Real stories, told by real people. He paints, sings, song writes, plays the violin, guitar, teaches, and is an advocate for mental health. Benjamin Barnes AKA "Bencasso" joins us, and he's got a story to tell. From out the darkness, and emerging towards the light. Ben's story involves neglect,...

  19. Religious Trauma, An Ex Mormon Breaking Free || Crystal

    Real stories, told by real people. Crystal grew up within a strict religious structure, inside the Mormon church. And today she's going to talk about some of the challenges it presented. She was married at 17 years old, and taught that women are to stay at home, and have children. That's their...

  20. Kurt Cobain: Forever In Bloom, And Mental Health Awareness || Kelly Catlin

    Real stories, told by real people. A celebratory portrait of a man, musician, father, and friend that goes beyond the clichés of a tortured soul. Redefining how Kurt Cobain is remembered, Kelly Catlin joins us to talk about her new book. And rather than focusing on the tragedy of his passing, her...

  21. Difficulty With Self Forgiveness || In Between The Stories

    Self forgiveness. Why is it so difficulty for some? Have you struggled with it? We're gonna talk about it today. And not just its difficulty, but what we can start doing today, to help us out. If this is something you've been struggling with. Forgiveness, letting go, and moving on. Easier said…

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  22. Exploring Human Nature Through Poetry, And Art || Gwendolyn Jazmin and Alisha Rose

    Real stories, told by real people. A Happy New Years to you all!! Art, and the human experience. Two creative spirits, collaborating together to publish their first book The Canvas of Life: A Collection of Poetry and Art. Gwendolyn, poet, and Alisha, painter, join us to talk about their creative...

  23. Deployment, PTSD, And Mental Health || Benjamin Osgood

    Real stories, told by real people. Deployment, PTSD, and mental health. A former infantryman, deployed twice to Afghanistan. Benjamin's experience first hand, the heavy cost of war. After spending time in combat zones, he began to have questions and concerns about the validity of the war.…

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  24. My First Time With Plant Medicine (Syrian Rue) || In Between The Stories

    Good Monday all, hope this finds you well, Pleased to be back for another sit down. Today, I'd like to share a bit of my experience with drinking Syrian Rue for the first time. This is another installment of 'In Between The Stories'. I recently returned from Cologne, Germany. About a 1 1/2 hour...

  25. A journey Towards Enlightenment, Amidst The Chaos || Rick Sharbau

    Real stories, told by real people. Hope all is well on your end. I'm pleased to share another sit down with you all. Today, Rick joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Unfiltered and raw. This about one's journey towards enlightenment. How is one able to find forgiveness, healing and freedom, in...

  26. Catholic Secrets, And Living 20 Years With An Undiagnosed Autoimmune Disease || Margaret Mary O’Connor

    Real stories, told by real people. Hope this finds you all in good spirits. We're back with another installment, and pleased to bring another story to light. Today Margaret joins us and she's got a story to tell. Living twenty years with an undiagnosed autoimmune disease, she explains the utter...

  27. Solitude And The Gold In Silence || In Between The Stories

    We're back, and I sure hope things are lovely on your end? It's a new day, and new week, so let us take in that fresh breath of life and reflect in thanksgiving on all the things we do have. There's a lot to appreciate. From the smallest to tallest. Another installment of 'In between the…

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  28. Mind, Music, Love, Therapy In Writing || Yvette

    Real stories, told by real people. We are back with another one. And right out the gate, hope you're doing just fine. Today Yvette joins us and she's got a story to tell. Since the age of 9 years old Yvette has struggled with Mental Health. Her childhood was broken up by abuse, and bullying.…

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  29. Healing And Transformation, First Hand Experience With Ayahuasca || Allan

    Real stories, told by real people. Great to be back with another conversation. Today Allan joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Allan's taking us for a ride, sharing his first hand experience with Ayahuasca. He's sat through hundreds of ceremonies in Peru with lineage Shipibo shamans, and...

  30. Post Partum Depression, Anxiety, Imposter Syndrome, And The Will To Create || Kim

    Real stories, told by real people. It's nice to be back. Hope this finds you in good spirits. Today Kim joins us, and she's got a story to tell. As a child, and through her early school years, Kim's family moved around quite a bit. That meant her having to adjust with living in different states,...

  31. Battling Addiction - Gambling, And Heavy Drinking || Justin

    Real stories, told by real people. Nice to be back with you all. Hope this finds you in good spirits. We've got another story to share. Today Justin joins us, and he's got a story to tell. From a small town in Montana with a population of roughly 300 people. Justin enjoyed time as a child....

  32. Cancer Twice, And Bone Marrow Transplant, A Survivor || Jonathan

    Real stories, told by real people. It's great to be back to share another story with you all. I certainly do hope this finds you in good spirits. Today Jonathan joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Originally from Ecuador. Life as a kid was pretty normal for Jonathan. He played soccer, hung…

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  33. A Debilitating Sleep Disorder And What I Did Trying To Overcome The Problems Faced || Ethan

    Real stories, told by real people. As always it's good to be back. Hope you all are doing well. I'm happy to introduce to another guest. Today, Ethan joins us and he has a story to tell. In school, everything came pretty easy for Ethan. His teachers considered him gifted. But, not too long into...

  34. Violence, Abuse, And A Child's Pain, How To Let Go, And Build Anew || D'Angelo Stefani

    Real stories, told by real people. We're back with another one, I hope this finds you all in good spirits. Today D'Angelo joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Life as a child was rough for D'Angelo. An abusive home, full of violence, drugs, and instability. D'Angelo took to the streets at the...

  35. The Highs And Lows Of Addiction, Homelessness, And Jail Time To Sobriety And Starting A Business || Peter

    Real stories, told by real people. It's good to be back with another edition of the Show. Hope you all are in good spirits. Today Peter joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Peter comes from humble beginnings "I grew up off grid....like solar power house....my dad would haul water, and pump it…

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  36. Retired Combat Veteran, Life In And Out The Uniform, A Soldier Against All Odds || Jason Pike

    Real stories, told by real people. Hope all is well with you on this fine Sunday afternoon. Today Jason joins us, and he's got a story tell. A retired veteran who served 31 years in the military. Jason opens up, talking about his struggles early on. From osteomyelitis, failing the first grade…

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  37. Gambling, Drugs, And Drink, A Vicious Cycle Repeats || In Between The Stories

    It's good to be back for another episode. Hope you guys are well, and in good spirits. If this is your first time tuning in, this is Giants Amongst Us, where we share in the unique Human experience. Real stories told by real people, aimed at highlighting the resilience of the Human spirit. So, if...

  38. The 7 Lesson School Teacher by John Taylor Gatto, Along With Thoughts On Public Vs Home Schooling || In Between The Stories

    Ladies and Gentleman, welcome back to another edition of 'In between The Stories'. We're gonna get into something I've been thinking about lately, party due to my re-reading of a book by John Taylor Gatto, Dumbing Us Down. If you haven't read it, I highly encourage you to give that book a decent...

  39. 2024, It's Been 1 Full Year To Date || Giants Amongst Us

    What's up guys! I didn't realize it until after recording. But, it's been 1 year to date. Jan 11, 2023 I recorded the intro for the Show. An idea and concept turned into an opportunity to meet people from all over, so we can talk and share story. And, on a whim today, I wanted to touch bases with...

  40. Shunned, And Ex Communicated, Former Jehovah's Witness Turned Activist Through The Arts || Scott

    Real stories, told by real people. Happy Holidays, we're back!!! Today, Scott joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Imagine losing everything and everyone. Family, friends, and any support once had, gone. All because a difference in belief. Scott, lost his entire family, 17 members on his…

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  41. From The Fetus, Indoctrinated And Conditioned To Be A Jehovah's Witness || F.S

    Real stories, told by real people. Today, F.S. joins us and he's got a story to tell. From the womb, indoctrination is encouraged by Jehovah's Witness. The listening of tapes, and sermons out loud while pregnant was something his mother did, says F.S - "my doctrination started before I was born."...

  42. Finally Deciding It's Enough, After 23 Years Nursing In Intensive Care || Monique

    Real stories, told by real people. Welcome Back to the Show!! We've got a special one for you today. And the reason it's special, is because joining, is one of the big inspirations behind Giants Amongst Us. She's the light in my corner, and the wind to my back. My sunshine, when the days go gray,...

  43. Memories Of El Monte || In Between The Stories

    Welcome back! Hope this finds you all in good spirits. If any of you are new to the Show, this is GIANTS AMONGST US. Where we share in that unique Human experience. I'm picking up on a theme started a while back - "In Between The Stories." You can refer back to...

  44. Autism, Weight Loss, Abuse, And A Life Reclaimed || Clarence || Part 2

    Real stories, told by real people. Welcome back to the second half of our conversation with Clarence. Hope this finds you in good spirits. In this half, Clarence shares a little bit of his high school years with us. And you'd be surprised to hear where the abuse and bullying was coming from. It…

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  45. Autism, Weight Loss, Abuse, And A Life Reclaimed || Clarence || Part 1

    Real stories, told by real people. We're back! Hope this finds you all in good spirits. Today, we're joined by Clarence, and he's got a story to tell. There's a lot to unpack, and what I've decided to do with our conversation is to break it up into two parts. The chunk of it you'll hear in this...

  46. Raised In A Cult, Abused As A Child, And The Healing And Forgiveness That Came After || Emmanuel

    Real stories, told by real people. We're back!! And I hope this finds you all in good spirits. Today, we're joined by Emmanuel, and he's got a story to tell. He talks about life for him as a child - an abusive mother, being raised in a cult, and kept away from his father, and all alone. When the...

  47. Betrayal, Abuse and Neglect To Now Living Her Best Life || Pamela

    Real stories, told by real people. Welcome back to the Show!!! Hope you're all well and in good spirits? Today, Pamela joins us, and she's got a story to tell. From her father being out of the picture, and growing up in poverty, to losing her sister at an early age. The neglect, abusive...

  48. A Quadriplegic, 100% Grateful To Be That Way || John

    Real stories, told by real people. I'm glad to be back and excited to share a new story with you all today. After putting a pause on things for a brief moment, we're back on track, John joins us, and he's got a story to tell. John is a quadriplegic who happens to be 100% grateful things turned…

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  49. Muscular Dystrophy And Making Music || Nate

    Real stories, told by real people. We've a new episode, and a new GIANTS AMONGST US. Today Nate joins us, and he's got a story to tell. Nate's a musician, who's been in love with music for as long as he can remember. At an early age, he was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. With there being no...

  50. Struggling With Emotions, And Help From The Stoics || Cie

    Real stories, told by real people. Today's GIANTS AMONGST US is with Cie, from the Philippines. And she's got a story to tell. Throughout childhood, her parents were absent. They worked long works in order to make ends it for her family. Growing up Cie talks being at home mostly, she's an…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Real stories, told by REAL people. The unique HUMAN experience. These are raw oral documents, and testimonies. About introspection, self inquiry, and accountability for self. And exploring our own human nature - fears, failures, strengths and talents. Self discovery isn't a destination, but a journey. There's a GIANT within us all.

Lace up your boots if you're ready!

_____

To connect shoot us a line : [email protected]

All links https://linktr.ee/giants_amongst_us

Talk with you soon

PEACE!

HOSTED BY

RR

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Real stories, told by REAL people. The unique HUMAN experience. These are raw oral documents, and testimonies. About introspection, self inquiry, and accountability for self. And exploring our own human nature - fears, failures, strengths and talents. Self discovery isn't a destination, but a...

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