Launching You Podcast

💥 The book wasn't the beginning. It was the breakthrough. In this episode of Launching You with Sherry Ward, Michele Eich shares how a call to write turned into a ministry that now spans testimonies, a show, and changed lives. She didn't just publish a book—she built a platform that gives voice to the ones the world overlooks. And she did it by showing up, saying yes, and sharing her story—one powerful step at a time. 🎧 Listen in to hear how God launched her... through obedience, not perfection.

🩺 Three diagnoses. Zero explanations. One unshakable God.  Mara was a mom doing everything right—until everything went wrong. Her sons battled symptoms that didn't make sense. Autism-like behaviors. Asthma attacks. Food allergies that could have turned fatal. But when the doctors gave her nothing to hold onto, she grabbed faith like a lifeline. This is the story of what happened when she stopped settling for survival and believed that healing was not just possible—it was promised. 🎧 If you've ever begged God for breakthrough and heard silence—this episode will remind you He's been moving the whole time.  

🎬 From First Draft to Big Screen What if the life you're craving is one bold decision away? In this episode, Sherry sits down with author and filmmaker Johnathan Yanez, who left the safe path behind to chase a dream that wouldn't let him go. From sleeping in a tiny office to publishing over 100 books and launching his own production company, Johnathan gets real about the risks, rejections, and relentless hustle behind the scenes. 💡 How to take the leap—even when you're scared 📚 What it really takes to self-publish at scale 🎥 Why he made his own movie instead of waiting for Hollywood 🔥 If you're waiting for permission… this episode is your sign to go.

🌟 Launch Through the Pain: Yvette Salinas' Story of Bold Faith & Big Impact What if the storm was never meant to stop you—but to send you? In this episode, Yvette Salinas reveals how chronic illness didn't confine her—it commissioned her. From advocating in Washington D.C. to running spiritual support groups in partnership with doctors, Yvette's life is a masterclass in faith-fueled perseverance. You'll learn: 📖 Why writing her book during a hospital stay was just the beginning 🏛️ What it felt like to stand before Congress as a lupus warrior 📢 How she's bringing scripture into the healthcare space 🌍 The big vision for translating her story to reach even more hearts 💬 Ready to be reminded that your life still has purpose—even in the middle of pain? This episode is calling your name.  

🎙️ The Power of One Talk | Episode 4 – Launching You Podcast with Sherry Ward What if ONE talk could open doors you never dreamed possible? In this episode, Sherry sits down with Aurora Gregory—speaker coach, author of Get Picked, and all-around powerhouse—to unpack the truth about the "signature speech" that can change everything. From overcoming the fear of public speaking to breaking down barriers of perfectionism, Aurora shares how authors can transform their written words into magnetic stage presence—without needing to be on a giant stage. You'll discover: ✨ The real reason your book and your voice belong on a stage 🎤 Why there's a stage for everyone—even if you're terrified to speak 🧠 How to break through mindset blocks and perfection traps 💡 The method behind creating a powerful "One Talk" that solves one problem and draws your audience in 📱 And yes—how a humble straw can change your stage game This is the episode that might just give you the push you've been waiting for. 👣 Ending Note: Your Voice is the Next Step in Your Author Journey. Will You Use It?  

🔥 What if the thing that once enslaved you became the very thing that set you free? On this episode of Launching You, Sherry Ward sits down with Gus Recinos, a former underground rave DJ turned author and minister. Once lost in a world of music, drugs, and endless nights, Gus shares his jaw-dropping journey from the depths of the rave scene to a life transformed by faith. His book, True Ecstasy, is more than just a memoir—it's a testimony of breaking free from addiction, finding true joy, and discovering that the supernatural encounter he was searching for was waiting for him all along. From a divine nudge that led him to write his story to miraculous encounters—including a book making its way into a juvenile detention center—Gus unpacks the power of surrender, faith, and stepping into a calling greater than himself. He also reveals the story behind Rave Redeemed, his growing ministry aimed at transforming the very culture he once thrived in. 💡 Could your past be the key to your greatest impact? Tune in and find out how Gus is proving that no story is too far gone to be rewritten.

What if your smallest act of faith led to the biggest breakthrough of your life? This week on Launching You, Sherry Ward welcomes Amy Sun, an author who never set out to write a book—until God led her straight to a forgotten manuscript hidden in an old computer. That discovery would ignite a journey far beyond what she imagined. In this episode, Amy shares how she went from a single mom and former teacher to a published author and ministry leader, helping parents reclaim their authority in raising children of faith. From an unexpected $35 investment that changed everything to selling books in the most unlikely places—including to an Arab Muslim mother who insisted on buying two—her story is one of radical trust, divine surprises, and breaking free from fear. 💡 Think your dream is impossible? Amy's story will make you wonder: What if the breakthrough you've been waiting for is already in your hands?  

Unleash Your Voice: Finding Your Voice with Dr. Amanda Helman Have you ever felt trapped by your past, unable to fully step into your true voice and potential? In this transformative episode of Launching You, host Sherry Ward sdown with Dr. Amanda Helman, a Cognitive Release Coach and author, to share her personal journey of overcoming trauma and discovering her power. Dr. Helman, a key part of Square Tree Publishing, works with aspiring authors to break through limiting beliefs, shift their mindsets, and unlock their full potential. Throughout the conversation, Amanda reveals the struggles she faced in finding her own voice, the pivotal moments that led her to write Silent No Longer: Finding My Voice After Complex Trauma, and the mindset shifts that have unlocked success not only for her but for countless authors in the Square Tree community. The discussion dives into the emotional and financial breakthroughs that occur when writers take bold steps forward, as well as the fears that often hold them back—whether in writing, publishing, or marketing their books. Amanda also gives an exclusive look into her upcoming book, which tackles deep-rooted beliefs and the impact they have on our lives. Feeling stuck or uncertain about your own voice? This episode is a powerful reminder that you are not alone, and the breakthrough you're waiting for might be just one mindset shift away. 🎧 Tune in now and discover what it truly means to be Silent No Longer.