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Pain to Power
by Kayla Cardona
Meet Kayla Cardona: From homeless single teen mom to Luxury realtor, speaker, Reality TV Star, mentor, & coach. Her story of unwavering perseverance, overcoming adversity, & the power of faith has touched the hearts of millions. Kayla's life overflows with stories & experiences that will positively impact yours, proving that from Pain comes Power.Weekly unfiltered talks & thoughts from Kayla & gain insights from interviews with other world class leaders, high achievers, & influencers who've conquered the unimaginable. Your source for inspiration & entertainment, ALL in one captivating show.
Episodes
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EP 82: Motherhood Changed Everything: Fame, Love & Finding Myself | Shaniece Hairston
For Weekly content and EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona In this episode of Pain to Power, we sit down with Shaniece Hairston for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity,...
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EP 81: From Controversy To A Shocking & Unexpected Transformation With Perez Hilton
For Weekly content and EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona For decades, Perez Hilton built an empire off controversy, celebrity gossip, attention, and viral headlines… but behind the...
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EP 80: Why This Generation Feels So Lost With Jordan Cardona
For Weekly content and EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona Help Send Jordan To Serve The Philippines June 25th, 2026 Click Link To Donate:...
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EP 79: From Trailer Park To $100M, Refusing To Quit With Jason Rash
For EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona In this episode of Pain to Power, we sit down with Jason Rash, a true example of grit, faith, and transformation. From growing up in a trailer park and barely...
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EP 78 Selling The OC’s Ashtyn Zerboni: Beyond The Drama
For EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona This week on Pain to Power… we’re going beyond the headlines and stepping behind the cameras with Ashtyn Zerboni from Selling the OC. What you...
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EP 77 Everyone’s a Christian… Until It Gets Biblical With Paige Hanna
For EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona This week on Pain to Power, Kayla sits down with Paige Hanna for a powerful, truth-filled conversation that goes far beyond surface-level…
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EP 76: Where I've Been & Pain To Power Meaning
For EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona In this short episode, Kayla shares the heart behind Pain to Power and why it means so much to her. Listeners can expect insight into how the...
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EP 75: Life Updates + My Unexpected Experience with Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell
For EARLY ACCESS to All Episodes Join Us On: www.patreon.com/KaylaCardona Watch 📺 & Subscribe this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@mskaylacardona WE ARE BACK! Even though this episode was filmed at the end of last year and released later than expected, Kayla knew these moments were too...
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You’re Not Afraid, You’re Being Trusted With More This Year
In this powerful Bible study–turned–podcast episode, we walk through Joshua 1:1–9 and uncover what it really means to step into a new season with God. We explore why fear often shows up not when you’re unprepared—but when more responsibility, leadership, and ownership are being placed in your...
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Suffering Well Pt 3: The Reward of Patient Endurance
In Part 3, the final episode of the Suffering Well series, we close with a powerful truth: patient endurance is never wasted, and God does not only heal... He rewards. This episode weaves together everything from Parts 1 and 2, revealing how long-suffering, when carried with faith and the right...
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Suffering Well Pt 2: When Faith Is No Longer a Feeling, but a Decision
In Part 2 of Suffering Well, we move beyond understanding why hardship happens and step into what God is forming inside of us while we walk through it. This teaching is a raw, Spirit-led continuation from one of our live Bible studies, unpacking how spiritual maturity isn’t proven by avoiding…
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Suffering Well Pt 1: Hard Seasons & Why God Leaves You in the Fire
This powerful episode, recorded live from one of Kayla’s Bible studies, launches Part 1 of the teaching series Suffering Well: What Heaven Builds in Hard Seasons and confronts a truth many believers avoid—suffering is not evidence that God has left you, but proof that He is forming you. In this...
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Brenda Lee: Overwhelmed, Exhausted, and Doubting Yourself? Here’s the Way Out
In this episode, Brenda shares her journey from heartbreak to healing — and how she turned her pain into unstoppable power. After a divorce, a career she didn’t love, and years of battling fear and limiting beliefs, Brenda discovered her true calling: helping others step into who they were…
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Chloe Delk: Drugs, Identity, and the LGBTQ Journey No One Talks About. A Redemption Story
Chloe Delk seemed to have it all—growing up in a successful Armenian family by the beach—yet inside, she felt lost and unseen. Her journey took her from the depths of addiction and heartache to a moment of divine encounter in a car that redefined her life. Embracing a newfound identity rooted in...
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Q&A Part 1: The Truth About Imposter Syndrome, Dating & Selling the OC
In this honest and unfiltered Q&A episode, Kayla answers your questions! From overcoming imposter syndrome and growing personally, to what it’s really like filming and whether there’s a new season of Selling the OC 👀. She also shares advice for new agents, opens up about her spiritual walk, and...
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Jordans Father Untold Story. Our Baptisms, Forgiveness and Freedom
In this moving episode, Jordan Cardona shares his powerful testimony of how God met him in the middle of his pain and pulled him into purpose. After struggling with fatherlessness and turning to substances for comfort, Jordan found himself at a youth camp that would change everything. From the...
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Rachelle Francey on Faith, Prayer, Marriage, and Baptizing a Nation
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Pastor Rachelle Francey—co-founder of Oceans Church in South Orange County. From growing up as a pastor’s daughter to co-leading a thriving church, Rachelle shares her deeply personal journey of breaking free from people-pleasing and learning to live…
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Gisselle Nunez: From Music to Netflix's Selling the City – A Story of Reinvention
Selling the City's Gisselle Meneses Nunez shares her journey of resilience and reinvention. Born in Cuba and raised in New Jersey, she’s always had a passion for real estate and interior design. After a breakup led her to switch brokerages, she joined Douglas Elliman in 2022, expanding into the...
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Eleonora Srugo: From Setbacks to Luxury Real Estate, Selling the City & Beyond
Eleanora Srugo opens up about the highs and lows of her journey—from almost starring in Million Dollar Listing to making waves with Netflix’s Selling the City. While the show hasn’t dramatically impacted her business yet, she’s confident 2025 will be her best year. She reflects on the power of...
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Part 1: The Truth About New Age: Breaking Free from Spiritual Deception
"What is New Age? Meditation, astrology, tarot cards, mediumship, psychics, Reiki healing, angel numbers, crystals and stones, channeling, yoga (shocking, I know) and creative visualization. Some of these may seem obvious, but others might have you questioning—or even realizing you're involved....
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Buddy Lewis: From Prison To Purpose, Discovering Your Identity in Christ
In this powerful Pain to Power episode, Buddy Lewis, a transformative speaker, health and mindset coach, shares his journey from deep trauma to redemption. Growing up without his father and searching for love in the wrong places, Buddy became a father at 15 and faced a 48-year prison sentence by...
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Lacy Nicole: Thriving Through Chaos, Trauma, and Women's Health
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lacy Nicole, a devoted mother, mental health advocate, and philanthropist, who shares her journey as a survivor and advocate for others. Lacy opens up about growing up in "thriving chaos," where she learned to confront shame and reclaim her strength.…
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Emily Simpson: Behind the Scenes of RHOC, Marriage, Motherhood, and the Price of Fame
In this episode of Paint to Power, Emily Simpson from The Real Housewives of Orange County takes us on a personal journey, starting with her roots and how she found her way onto Bravo’s hit show. She shares the story of meeting her husband, Shane, and provides fascinating insights into the…
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Lauren Blake: From Biochem to Business. Overcoming Loss, Embracing Risks, and Innovation
In this compelling episode, Lauren Blake shares her extraordinary journey, starting with her groundbreaking innovation, Hydra Powders—the first-ever drinkable NAD+ supplement. She opens up about her challenging upbringing, born with a rare disease and raised by her father while her mother battled...
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Jenicka Lopez: Surviving Grief, Finding Identity, and Embracing Faith
In this powerful episode, our host begins by offering Jenicka Lopez prophetic words, setting the stage for a heartfelt conversation. Jenicka reflects on her childhood growing up in front of cameras on the reality show I Love Jenni with her famous mother, Jenni Rivera. After her mother's tragic...
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Danielle White: From Broken to Unbreakable: Marriage, Motherhood, and Success
In this inspiring Pain to Power episode, Danielle shares her path into the beauty industry and the financial struggles that pushed her marriage to the brink. After discovering her husband's affair, they faced the hardest decision—contemplating divorce, multiple times. Danielle speaks candidly…
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Miracles, Deliverance, and Revival: Our Life-Changing Mission in the Philippines
In this episode of Pain To Power, our host sits down with Ceferina Brackett, Tristan Martinez, and Sophia Shloss, all deeply involved with Oceans Church, as they share their life-changing missionary trip to the Philippines. They discuss the revival taking place there, including witnessing…
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Jabriel Farha: From Setbacks to Success, Pivoting from Hospitality to Real Estate
In this episode of Pain to Power, Kayla sits down with Jabriel Farha, an entrepreneur whose journey showcases resilience and adaptability. Once a co-owner of Burger Boss, Jabriel faced significant losses during COVID-19 (like most) but found new purpose by founding Pacific Property Inspections, a...
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Aahmes Kubicki: Broken to Rescued, Miracles of Haiti’s Earthquake Survivor & Missionary
In this powerful episode of Pain to Power, Aahmes Kubicki shares her extraordinary journey through the highs and lows of life. Raised in a Christian home, she opens up about the challenges of getting pregnant, married, and divorced at a young age, which led her into a life of partying and...
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WNBA Chantelle Anderson: From Court to Calling - A Journey of Faith, Healing, and Transformation
In this powerful episode of Pain to Power, Chantelle, a former WNBA player and basketball hall-of-famer turned author, speaker, entrepreneur, and spiritual mentor, shares her inspiring journey from a troubled childhood to finding faith and healing. Growing up in a single-parent household…
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Dating Coach Janelle Lynnae: How to Confidently Attract Your Dream Partner and Dating with Purpose
In this episode of Pain to Power, we chat with Janelle Lynnae, a Dating Confidence Coach and best-selling author of "Flex Your Confidence Muscle." Janelle shares her journey from coaching women on confidence to specializing in dating, offering valuable insights on how to attract the right…
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Jen Gottlieb: Breaking Free of Fear and Building Your Brand
In this episode of Pain to Power, Jen Gottlieb shares her journey from aspiring actress in New York to achieving all her dreams, only to realize she still felt incomplete. Battling depression, addiction, and heartbreak, Jen spent years hiding behind a fake persona before finding the courage to...
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Gretchen Rossi of Bravo: Unveiling Reality TV, Real Estate, and More
In this compelling episode, our host Kayla reveals something she has never shared before, setting the stage for an intimate and insightful conversation. Our special guest, Gretchen Rossi from Bravo's The Real Housewives of Orange County, delves into her background, sharing her journey from her...
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Brooke Thomas: Resilience and Redemption Through Love, Business, Cancer, and Motherhood
In this powerful episode of Pain to Power, Kaylas sits down with Live Out Loud Brooke Thomas, a remarkable woman and mother who shares her deeply personal journey of transformation. Brooke opens up about her early years of independence, believing that love wasn’t in the cards for her as she…
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The Hopeaholics: From Tragedy to Triumph - Battling the Fentanyl Crisis and Rebuilding Lives
For emotional and substance use support, call: 949-989-6550. Every day, 300 people lose their lives to the silent killer that is fentanyl, and not enough is being done to combat this crisis. Just a grain of salt-sized amount can be lethal. With fatal drugs now easier to access than ever, even...
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Tim Storey: From Church to Coaching the Stars - Faith, Healing, and Hollywood
In this powerful episode of Pain to Power, Tim Storey, renowned life coach and pastor, takes us on an enlightening journey through his early years in the church and his path to becoming a coach to Hollywood's biggest stars. Tim passionately discusses the difference between religion and...
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PART 1: Modern Dating as a Christian - Relationships, Love, And Sex
In this episode of Pain to Power, Kayla gets personal, sharing why she's been single and revealing a very private part of her life she never has before. As a mom raising a son, her journey has been profound and sacred. Compelled by Faith, she finally answers long-avoided questions, discussing...
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Lyndi Kennedy: Relationships, Healing Childhood Trauma and Finding Strength
In this episode, we sit down with the remarkable Lyndi Kennedy, a trauma coach, philanthropist, advocate for abused and trafficked children, and devoted mom. Lyndi bravely shares her powerful story, opening up about her past and the profound impact of childhood trauma. She delves into how living…
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Alexandra Harper Unfiltered: Inside Selling the OC, Tackling Cyberbullying, and More
In this candid (and hilarious) episode, Alexandra Harper aka Ali, talks about her roots and addresses the number one question she gets all the time: how she landed a spot on the hit Netflix show Selling the OC. We delve into the infamous “window knock,” weed brownies, and more behind-the-scenes...
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Olga Loera: Beyond the Playboy Mansion, A Journey of Ambition and Self-Discovery
In this episode, Kayla sits down with her dear friend Olga for some girl talk. Olga opens up about her journey from Mexico to the United States in search of a better future as a single mother, navigating the challenges and opportunities along the way. Delving into her 14-year experience within…
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Lori Harder: From Small Town Dreams to Multi-Millionaire: Embracing Failures And Taking Risks
In this compelling episode, Lori Harder join us as we hear the remarkable journey of a determined entrepreneur who defied the odds. From a small-town upbringing without a high school education to becoming a multi-millionaire in the fitness industry, our guest shares candidly about navigating...
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Modern Day Parenting: Honest Conversations Between a Mother and Son
In this episode, Kayla and her son Jordan delve into the struggles and challenges faced by today's generation and young adults, including the impact of social media and the complexities of dating. Jordan opens up about his personal battles with substance use and the reasons behind it—revelations...
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Jessica Weaver - A Survivor's Tale of Resilience, Renewal, and Redemption
In this inspiring episode, we share the story of a courageous woman, Jessica Weaver who left her small town for Hollywood, chasing the American dream but facing danger and heartbreak. She bravely recounts her risky jobs and an abusive relationship that nearly took her life. Despite immense...
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Unmasking Gio Helou: Marriage Struggles, Fatherhood, and Selling The OC Office Drama Exposed
Get ready for an eye-opening episode as Kayla sits down for an honest talk about what really went down between Gio and her. Gio shares the hardships he faced before, during, and after filming that deeply affected him. Exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the drama among the men in the…
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Alexandra Rose: From Abandonment to Achievement and Rising Above
In this heartfelt episode, Netflix's Selling the OC and luxury realtor Alexandra Rose opens up about her deeply personal struggles with wanting to be loved and adored—something she lacked from an early age. From being given up by her biological parents to experiencing the loss of her foster care...
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Brandi Marshall: Unveiling Truths - Her Journey Through Boundaries, Beliefs, and Breakthroughs
In this enlightening episode, Brandi Marshall reflects on the key moments from Netflix’s Selling the OC seasons 1 and 2, diving deep into her personal journey of overcoming limiting beliefs as a woman of color in Orange County. She candidly discusses the challenges of people-pleasing and her...
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Tracy Tutor: Overcoming Obstacles & Finding Success in Real Estate - A Journey of Resilience, Authenticity, & Triumph.
In this episode, we're diving into the remarkable journey of Tracy Tutor, a powerhouse in the world of real estate. Tracy's story is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering authenticity. Tracy didn't have an easy start despite being surrounded by real estate from an early age. Even her…
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Corey Calliet - The True Definition of Transformation, Turning Pain into Power
You may know him as the powerhouse behind Michael B. Jordan's physique and on E!'s Revenge Body by Khloe Kardashian, but Corey Calliet's story is far richer than his celebrity clientele suggests. Hailing from humble beginnings in Louisiana, Corey's narrative is a classic rags-to-riches tale. From...
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Dr. Guitta Harb - From War-Torn to Thriving: A Journey of Resilience and Hope
You will never complain again after listening to this! Discover the awe-inspiring journey of Dr. Guitta Harb aka @therealocdentist who grew up in war-torn Lebanon for 14 years, only to overcome war trauma and thrive. From learning English on her own to starting college at just 15 in the US, her...
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Erik Rock - The Importance of Your Mission & How To Find Your Purpose
We dive deep into the journey of self-discovery with our special guest, Erik Rock. In this powerful episode, Erik bares his soul as he recounts his past struggles with people-pleasing, daddy issues, and the relentless pursuit of validation. From yearning to be seen and loved to proving himself as...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Meet Kayla Cardona: From homeless single teen mom to Luxury realtor, speaker, Reality TV Star, mentor, & coach. Her story of unwavering perseverance, overcoming adversity, & the power of faith has touched the hearts of millions. Kayla's life overflows with stories & experiences that will positively impact yours, proving that from Pain comes Power.Weekly unfiltered talks & thoughts from Kayla & gain insights from interviews with other world class leaders, high achievers, & influencers who've conquered the unimaginable. Your source for inspiration & entertainment, ALL in one captivating show.
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Meet Kayla Cardona: From homeless single teen mom to Luxury realtor, speaker, Reality TV Star, mentor, & coach. Her story of unwavering perseverance, overcoming adversity, & the power of faith has touched the hearts of millions. Kayla's life overflows with stories & experiences that will positively...
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