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H.O.P.E.

by Tammy Lyn Connors

Helping Other People EvolveMy Mission & Vision with H.O.P.E. is to help people know that they are not alone in their struggles. I interview everyday people that have Extrodinary stories of HOPE. The struggles are all unique & the STRENGTH is Incredible!! Your feedback & support are appreciated.

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Episodes

  1. Angela Ricketts story of H.O.P.E.

    Angela is an author, speaker, artist, entrepreneur, advocate, wife & mother of 3. She is the founder of Sight Stones a non profit that she started after learning her son was diagnosed with a rare inherited retinal disease that caused blindness. Her story is POWERFUL!! Her outlook on life is such…

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  2. Nate Hicks story of H.O.P.E.

    Love Nate's passion for music has gotten him through a lifetime of ups and downs. Coming from a family of 11. Nate has 8 siblings and he loves them all. He and I have had a connection since the first time I heard his incredible voice. To help Nate out with his music career I've added some links!!...

  3. Will F's story of H.O.P.E.

    Growing up in California in a divided family, Mom in L.A. Dad in Sacramento, Will had many challenges in his younger years. He started hanging with who he thought was the cool kids and one day found a blunt that was laced with Crack Cocaine, This is when his addiction and downfall came into full...

  4. Chelsea's story of H.O.P.E.

    Mental Health Awareness Month Chelsea was struggling with a failing marriage, toxic family issues, loss of her Papa, loss of her dog and many other things that were spiraling into a destructive path. So destructive that she tried to take her own life & by the grace of God she is here to share her...

  5. Todd Uhlir's story of H.O.P.E.

    Todd Played college football for The Nebraska Cornhuskers the year they won the National Championship & Todd was quite the partier, always getting away with his drinking becuase he was a Football Player. His drinking finally took control of his life but then God intervened and he is sober and...

  6. Chris Avery's story of H.O.P.E.

    Chris Avery is a Faith-First Performance Coach who walks men from the valley to the mountain—out of fear and into mission. He built the Run with Christ Blueprint, a Scripture-anchored system that cuts through the noise with group coaching, a real brotherhood, and practical tools to win the...

  7. Michael Gay Parker's story of H.O.P.E.

    Michael grew up in the church, was a musician and knew that God loved him. In a turn of events a leader of the church told Michael he was disappointed in him and so was God & God didn't love him anymore. Michael went down a dark road even though he still believed in God and that God loved…

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  8. Tina Robinson's story of H.O.P.E.

    Tina shares a lot of her life and what made her decide to help women in many areas including Domestic Violence, Substance Abuse and Human Trafficking. Tina lives in Toledo, OH which is unfortuantely ranked #5 in the USA for Human Trafficking After years of Domestic Violence & then years of Crack...

  9. Bruce Davis' story of H.O.P.E.

    After a life changing death in Bruce's life, he turned to Spartan, DECA & other races to help get his mind right. In his journey Bruce learned his purpose and knew he wanted to help others. He is now in the personal training and health & wellness space. Bruce is still driving truck but he knows...

  10. Adrian Stroud's story of H.O.P.E. the story of Corporal Kenneth E. Stroud British Royal Air Force

    Can you imagine finding out the entire story of your father being a POW in Singapore? Adrian Stroud's father (British) Corporal Kenneth Stroud with the British Royal Air Force captured and held in a prison camp for 3 1/2 years. Years of terror, starvation, beatings, watching men be murdered,...

  11. Luke Mickelson's story of H.O.P.E. Child Bedlessness, not a real word, but a real problem.

    Lukes mission started while he was teaching his Boy Scouts about giving and helping others by makin 3 beds for 3 children that didn't have any beds!! This story of how "Sleeping in Heavnly Peace" got started is truly a reminder that no matter where we come from we can do things to help others.…

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  12. How you show up is how your life will be!!!

    New Year New You, All the New Year's Hype. But what are you actually doing to keep yourself on track for 2026. Here's a few tips from me. I pray that you have a blessed and abundant year. Support the show

  13. A Little Help & Hope for the Holidays!!

    Sharing a little of how I get through the holidays especially missing some loved ones that are not here. The holidays can be a real struggle for some and I hope this episode will help you to navigate through them. Support the show

  14. DIANA & I TALK ABOUT HOW WE CAN HELP HER FAMILY AND OTHERS IN JAMAICA

    I have been watching Diana's posts about the devistation her family and so many others were experiencing after the Category 5 Hurrican Melissa came ripping through that beautiful country. I wanted to try to help in anyway possible, she shared what her family and others are going through in…

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  15. LeQuan Tolbert's story of H.O.P.E.

    LeQuan's story is very relatable to many. His parents were very young when they had him and he ended up living with his grandparents. His father was not in his life he was incarcerated. His grandmother did her best to keep him off the streets even moving to different cities. Throughout LeQuan's...

  16. Carolyn Adkins Story of H.O.P.E.

    This is a life long story of Struggles to Strength. Carolyn is very vunerable in sharing her story from having Head Lice, to being SA to not sure where she was going in life, To becoming pregnant by a married man. Just when you think Carolyn's story is finally at the Strength at the age of 30 she...

  17. Tommy Don Talley Jr's story of H.O.P.E.

    Tommy's book I WILL OVERCOME (A Story of Love, Hope & Forgiveness) really caught my attention. Tommy grew up in an abusive home, drugs, alcohol and gang activity. Navigating through struggles throughout his childhood, Tommy had overcome many things that should of knocked him down and could of…

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  18. Ty Da Barber's story of H.O.P.E.

    I had the pleasure of Ty sharing his story of how his life has changed after numerous times of incarceration. He called them trips. He shares with us the courses he took while in prison to help him rewire his mindset so when he got out he wouldn't go back again. He was a teacher at a Barber…

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  19. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT BLESSINGS & GRATITUDE WITH TAMMY LYN CONNORS

    A podcast reminder of the gratitude & blessings we sometimes forget we have. I just want to remind everyone that every storm will come to an end & with Faith & Gratitude we can make it through. Hope this podcast makes your day brighter. Support the show

  20. Jacob Scholze's story of H.O.P.E.

    Jacob has an amazing page on Instagram called feel_sober_good and that's exactly what he shares. In 2023 Jacob almost lost his life due to his alcohol intake. He was diagnosed with Cirrhosis of the liver. Here how he was able to battle through and how he is doing life now and showing others how…

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  21. Tater's story of H.O.P.E.

    Tater's story is a very POWERFUL story of HOPE!! Having come from a broken home with a father that just couldn't beat alcoholism. A mother that fell on hard times with a very abusive man that landed her almost dead int the hospital and she never truly recovered mentally from that. Tater tells of...

  22. SOME OF WHAT'S BEEN GOING ON THIS YEAR!!!! ADVENTURES IN TEXAS

    Been a minute since I have updated H.O.P.E. this episode is how I have navigated through some pretty trying times in my life. I hope you enjoy this story of the pivots and redirection of my mindset had to go. There will always be battles and storms that we have to go through, but the lessons we...

  23. Brandon Carter stopped by to end 2024 with some Words of Wisdom for 2025

    I had the absolute pleasure to interview Brandon again. What a way to end 2024 & bring in 2025!! Brandon is not only a Special Needs Teacher, he is also a Coach, Mentor, Therapist & Counselor to many. HIs positive attitude and love for others is one that we should all strive to have!! Always…

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  24. Navigating Through The Holidays - Tammy Lyn Connors

    The holidays are the best time of the year they say, for some it is the hardest time. Join me in this episode as I share why I think the holidays can be overwhelming and what we can do to navigate through to make our lives happier and help others too. Support the show

  25. Will Duncan's story of H.O.P.E.

    My good friend Will shares his story of addiction. Many years of abuse of both alcohol & drugs. Trying to get sober but never truly surrendering. Will is almost 2 years sober and by the Grace of his higher power he is making the world a better place. Support the show

  26. Lars Jungquist's continued story of H.O.P.E. in recovery

    Today's episode is a recap of last weeks episode with Lars. Today we explore what his recovery journey looks like. What he does to help others to succeed in life. Lars is a true testimony of service. Knowing what tools to use to stay sober even through lifes most difficult times! Support the show

  27. Lars Jungquist's story of H.O.P.E.

    Lars shares his story of struggles with addiction starting at a very young age and continuing for over 17 years. Lars remembers how he felt in that darkness of his addiction and shares with us one of his darkest moments that he attempted to take his life. I am truly blessed to have Lars as a…

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  28. Ronsha's story of H.O.P.E.

    Ronsha is an amazing woman of God & Faith. On this episode of H.O.P.E. we have a great conversation about a few things that may help you get through life. Ronsha shares with us how she deals with Grief & also some tools for everyday life. She is a DV Survivor and shares with many women & men how…

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  29. Jaime Gill's newest story of H.O.P.E.

    Jaime was a guest on H.O.P.E. back in June of 2022 with an incredible story of HOPE!! Little did she know that she would be embarking on a journey that would take her to a whole new strength and help grow her Faith & Hope in fighting Breast Cancer. This lady here is a light to the world and truly...

  30. Do you ever experience reminders/signs of your loved ones that have passed.

    Todays episode is my take on some of the signs that remind me of loved ones that have passed away. Also some of my friends input on their signs that remind them of their loved ones and also a reminder that they are always near by. My belief is 100% in God and I have complete faith in him as I…

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  31. Bradi's story of H.O.P.E. (Awareness of how 1 pill laced with fentanyl can be lethal)

    Bradi share's her story of her 19 almost 20 year old son Jack was at a party and before he went to sleep he took a percocet that was laced with a small amount of Fentanyl & he did not wake up the next morning. Bradi & her husband continue to run their sons non-profit that helps children & teens...

  32. Some things I've learned in my 59 years of life!!

    Today I share somethings that I have endured and learned so far in life. By far this is not everything but definitely a few lessons I've learned. I hope you enjoy this episode of H.O.P.E. Support the show

  33. Joshua Lowry returns to H.O.P.E.

    Our !st interview was in January of 2022 Josh had just recently became sober again. In August of 2024 he celebrated 3 years of contiuous Sobriety. Josh has had a lot of personal battles to deal with, but by the Grace of God and his beautiful fiance Josh is all about helping others with their...

  34. DeAndre Gaston's (Coach Poo) story of H.O.P.E.

    Growing up in the era when Crack was defintely an epedemic in our city of Toledo. DeAndre witnessed his young 14yr old teenage mother go through addiction and also drug dealing. She changed her life and poverty set in. DeAndre began selling drugs but knew that is not what he wanted to do with his...

  35. LIFE CAN CHANGE IN AN INSTANT

    THIS EPISODE WAS TRULY ON MY HEART FOR WEEKS!! WHEN YOU TRULY LOOK AT THE PERSPECTIVE OF HOW FAST LIFE CAN CHANGE!! REMEMBERING HOW BLESSED WE ARE FOR WHAT WE HAVE!! Support the show

  36. Brandon Carter's story of H.O.P.E.

    Brandon has so much to offer to the world. His determination and mindset has built his reputable reputation. Even when someone tried to ruin his career he had an army standing behind him. Brandon and I chat about a lot in this episode. Diversity, Mindset, Leadership, Your Circle, Love and…

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  37. Rory Londer's story of H.O.P.E.

    When I listened to Rory's book "A TRUE STORY I SHOULD'VE BEEN DEAD" I knew he was going to be an Inspirational Guest on H.O.P.E. His story of Struggle to Strength is one that reminds us that NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE!! Through his 17 years of Alcoholism & Crack Addiction Rory has faced many…

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  38. When Life Hits You Hard!! Tammy Lyn Connors H.O.P.E.

    What do you do when life comes at you hard. Especially when it is your child or someone very close to you? In this episode of H,O.P.E I share with you the whirlwind of life that my son Chad experienced & is still going through a healing journey!! As he said "Sometimes Life Comes at You Hard". The...

  39. Jo Summers story of H.O.P.E.

    Jo grew up in California and at a young age became addicted to stimulants, anything that gave her an adrenaline rush was her choice of addiction. She moved away from California to Coloroado to try to get away from her Meth addiction & also selling Meth. Unfortunately she didn't change her circle…

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  40. A Little of my story of H.O.P.E.

    Todays episode is a little of my sobriety story & also a friendly reminder to myself and others that you don't always have to be strong, especially when it comes to grief. Please if you are grieving and can't seem to get out of that emotion, seek some help. There are all kinds of Grief groups…

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  41. Daryl Joiner's story of HOPE

    DJ has been riding motorcycles since he was very young. It is something he truly enjoys. On 03/10/23 he was in a horrific motorcycle accident. He spent months in a Rehab and is still going through surgeries. DJ's story is a reminder to continue on with life no matter what. Never give up because…

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  42. Kim Bellas' story of H.O.P.E.

    I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing this beautiful lady from Montreal Canada who's brand is Sober is the New Cool. Her 11 year sobriety journey started out different than a lot of journey's I've been blessed to hear, her story is unique and so is her mission and vision. Kim is truly a...

  43. Derick Gant's story of H.O.P.E.

    Derick Gant is a great father, mentor & financial advisor who for many years focused on helping people who had lots of money & help them to grow their money. After being in the hospital he had a talk with God that changed his financial business. He then began helping people that needed financial...

  44. Tammy Lyn Connors - Wherever YOU go there YOU are!!!

    No matter where you go you are there. Instead of trying to run from yourself, we need to take an internal self inventory & fix whatever it is we are running from. Support the show

  45. Chastity Marie's story of H.O.P.E.

    Chastity Marie is a powerful woman who has definitely been through some really tough times in life!! Her resiliance in life is one that should not be not heard!! Her story from childhood to teenager to young adult to now is a story of how having her faith & her love for God has gotten her to the...

  46. Sharon Jackson's story of H.O.P.E.

    Sharon started out a determined person. Growing up having both parents active and married in her life, Sharon wanted to be on the streets, her story of resilience and perserverince is INCREDIBLE!! Sharon shares with us how she was able to get out of an abusive relationship that could of taken her...

  47. How do you navigate through Plot Twists in life? With Tammy Lyn Connors

    Today I share how I navigate through life when life throws curve balls at me. We all need to figure out the best way to handle situations that we have no control over. Are we going to let it affect our entire day, week, month or our entire life. Or are we going to figure out the BEST way to get...

  48. Gary Menkes' story of H.O.P.E.

    Gary's story of Recovery and HOPE is one that will truly inspire you!!! After many attempts at Rehabs and trying to get sober Gary finally turned his addicition into a redemption story starting on 05/13/2006 & he remains sober to this day!! Gary takes his sobriety very seriously as he says he…

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  49. Shawn's story of Recovery & H.O.P.E.

    Shawn was in and out of trouble from alcohol. His life started to spiral out of control. He wants to remind others that you are not alone!!! His story is truly a story of redemption. Support the show

  50. Lou Jenkins' story of H.O.P.E.

    You may see Lou spending a lot of time in the gym & that is because it is where he finds his peace. A little over a year ago Lou lost his daughter to an accidental Fentanyl overdose. He navigates through life a lot different now & is truly writing a story of HOPE!! Grief is so different for all…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Helping Other People EvolveMy Mission & Vision with H.O.P.E. is to help people know that they are not alone in their struggles. I interview everyday people that have Extrodinary stories of HOPE. The struggles are all unique & the STRENGTH is Incredible!! Your feedback & support are appreciated.

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Helping Other People EvolveMy Mission & Vision with H.O.P.E. is to help people know that they are not alone in their struggles. I interview everyday people that have Extrodinary stories of HOPE. The struggles are all unique & the STRENGTH is Incredible!! Your feedback & support are appreciated.

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