Little Bit of Life

(Little Bit of Life Podcast Monthly True Crime Series with guest Paige) April Case: The Monster Mother, Kristel Candelario ** TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains audio playback from court proceedings with descriptive detail regarding the death of a minor. This may be triggering to some listeners. Proceed with caution** We sit and chat about the tragic murder of 16 month old Jailyn. Her frantic screams could be heard on the neighbors Ring camera, while her mother was hundreds of miles away on a 10 day vacation in Puerto Rico. Sentenced in March 2024 to life in prison without the possibility of parol, we hear harrowing court testimony from Ohio Medical Examiner, as well as the mothers own words during her court case. Where were the neighbors/community in this tragic loss of a child? What does the childs father think? And the biggest question in true crime.... WHY. ( Court Proceeding Audio Playback content from) - Kristel Candelario obtained public audio from WKYC Channel 3 audio - Judge Brendan Sheehan obtained public video TT - Medical Examiner obtained public video TT --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

From Capital Hill to Facebook, life seemed perfect! But behind closed doors, the truth was far from picture-perfect. The journey from public appearance to private struggles is a reminder that appearances can deceive. Especially when we remind ourselves internally "this can't happen to someone like me". I sit with special guest Hannah Kay, owner of Thread Talk, to discuss starting over, breaking stigmas with domestic violence, and creating change through hardship and compassion. Special Guest: Hannah Kay Brought To You By: The Hemp Doctor CBD: www.thehempdoctor.com 420 Tiered Sale (Valid 4/16-4/21/24) and Thread Talk: https://threadtalk.com/ Use Code: LittleBitFreeShip --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

In a world where silence can be suffocating, our voices have the power to break barriers and ignite change. I am so proud to have had the chance to sit down with a courageous man, Seth Gehle better known on socials as @gobeyondtheshadows in sharing his story of healing, resilience, and strength. Especially for April: the month of SA awareness and prevention. As male survivors, they often face unique challenges in finding their voices and seeking support. But by coming together, we can amplify their stories, dismantle stigmas, and pave the way for healing. To every man who has felt the weight of silence, know that your voice matters. Your story is valid, and your journey toward healing is worthy of recognition and support. Let’s continue to uplift each other, advocate for change, and show the world that healing knows no gender. Together, we are breaking barriers, reclaiming our voices, and paving the path to healing for all. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

As seen on Peacock series show "Couple To Throuple" I sit down with married couple Dylan & Lauren Blair to talk all the details! Filming the show last year, marriage and polyamory, emotional vs physical connections, what happened after the show and much more! Special Guests: Dylan & Lauren Blair (@dylainblair_rd/ @fitness1st_ifbbpro) Sponsor: Manifested Lifestyle (IG @manifested_lifestyle) www.manifestedlifestyle.com (Use Code: PODCAST) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

(Little Bit of Life Podcast: Monthly True Crime Series: With guest Paige) March Case: American Nightmare, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn 2015: Denise Huskins & Aaron Quinn's life changed. Home invasion, kidnapping, and returned home after a harrowing story 48 hours later. Who was the suspect? Did the story that seemed too far fetched even for Hollywood really happen? We talk all things American Nightmare about the hoax heard around the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

(Trigger Warning: this episode contains conversation and discussion of sexual assault & sexual assault of a minor) Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. And every 9 minutes, that victim is a child (RAINN statistics www.rainn.org). These are current statistics for 2024. A lot has changed! With victims, witnesses, families, and more. But what about the statistics in the 80’s when conversations weren’t being taken seriously, children weren’t believed, and what did the justice system look like during this time with victims and families? I sit down with Kelly Wallace. She is a SA victim and survivor by her paternal grandfather. She was asked to testify against him at the age of 8 in the 80s in front of her perpetrator as a child in a court room. With family coverups, alibi’s, and a trial we discuss this case like you’ve never expected!  Episode brought to you by: RAINN (www.rainn.org)  Get Help 24/7 800-656-HOPE (4673) or live chat on website  Special Guest: Kelly Wallace (IG: @kellythewriter)  Website: www.kellythewriter.org  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains conversations to include sexual assault.   EPISODE DISCLAIMER: This conversation does also contain graphic conversations regarding sex/details.  SEX: this topic is all about the details. Female empowerment, sexuality, sex toys, discovering pornography, sex toys and the REAL birds & the bee’s. I sit down with Nikki Dunkle, host of The Vulnerability Hangover Podcast, where we talk all things female empowerment when it comes to SEX. And yes, we talk faking orgasms, the curiosity of sharing experiences, and feeling NORMAL in a world where sex is for the pleasure of male, or is it!  Sponsor: (better known as Lavender Lush) Persephonestouchaz (IG) Use code LBOLP for 20% off your entire order AND free shipping in all 50 states!  Special Guest: Nikki Dunkle, host The Vulnerability Hangover Podcast Link:  https://lnk.bio/TheVulnerabilityHangover --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

2023: 1.9 million people were diagnosed with cancer last year, and 6 million dogs were diagnosed with cancer. A large difference? The question is WHY. The average life span of pets has rapidly decreased. With those numbers 1/2 of the dogs over the age of 10 and up will be diagnosed with cancer. Losing my french bulldog just past 2 years old made these questions come up of WHY. What could I have done different? I was asked numerous times after his passing by many in the pet community "what can we do to prevent this from happening to us". And I never had the answer, until now. I sit down with owner of Pac Crest Botanicals, to talk science and statistics with their new line of products for Pac Crest Canine: Preventing Cancer and prolonging the life of our 4 legged family! Sponsor: Pac Crest Botanicals Special Guest: Michael, owner Pac Crest Botanicals & Pac Crest Canine (www.paccrestcanine) Use Code Canine Cancer for additional 15% off --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

Losing a pet is something that doesn’t come with a rule book, and often times you don’t know how you’ll feel until you’re in the moment of sadness, happiness, grief, and a longing for a sign. Their beauty and innocence comes into our lives, and changes us forever. The quotes always say “we are their whole life, they’re a part of ours”. Especially our heart dog. Grief is spoken about including the stages, when losing someone in our lives. But so often “what to expect” isn’t discussed when losing a pet. The ups & downs of concern, the loss and the quietness of the house, and what the journey looks like not just for the owner but those connected surrounding the bond of owner/dog. After losing my beloved boy Rupert, I went through the grief with others around me that had been through it prior, and a close friend who went through it after. Hearing that my feelings and emotions were “normal” helped me in my grieving stage. It made me realize the loss of a pet makes us feel so alone! I sit with frenchie owner and author, Samantha Childs, about her beloved Frenchie Henri. How her story of tragedy being shared helped with treatment of animals and a quest for answers. We talk about Henri, Rupert, and truly catch a magical moment on camera that you’d never expect! Be sure to see it on the Little Bit of Life Podcast Youtube Channel! Special Guest: @henrilefrenchie (Samantha Childs) Sponsor: Flick n Stick (Amazon: https://a.co/d/bZ2oHMR) Website: www.flicknstick.com USE CODE LIFE10 Books Discussed: - Henri & The Magnificent Snort: A Book About Bullying, Belonging & Love (https://a.co/d/argKNTx) - Signs: The Secret Language Of The Universe by Laura Lynn Jackson (https://a.co/d/9bI1OqD) - The Light Between Us by Laura Lynn Jackson (https://a.co/d/8npn5Sc) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

(Little Bit of Life Podcast Monthly True Crime Series: with guest Paige) February Case: THE IDAHO 4. We sit and chat about the tragic murders of 4 students in Moscow, Idaho. The conspiracy theories get brought up and all the case details! We talk all things "true crime" on this special episode! Be sure to tune in on the last Thursday of every month for a new case, new victims, and new questions! Subscribe on the Little Bit of Life Podcast Youtube Channel to watch and interact with the true crime episodes & more! Have a case you'd like investigated? Send a comment on your streaming platform! Let's get to it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

Technology. Social Media. Platforms where we share our every move…. Who are we talking with? Parents, who are our children talking to? Hollywood has created movies with awareness of human trafficking such as the blockbuster series hit of “Taken”. But what we think trafficking is? It’s so much deeper than what Hollywood and society depicts. The #1 opportunity for predators to gain access is sitting in everyone’s home: technology. Smart phones, computers/laptops, tablets, and much more. I sit with Lauren, a resident of Portland, OR (the #1 state for human trafficking in the United States). With her experience in social work/human development and specializing in anti-human trafficking work (including on-campus anti-trafficking organizations) with such lobby groups in Oregon that have been bringing awareness to the state capital we talk about the topic that so many fear to discuss: HUMAN TRAFFICKING. The signs, the awareness, and the reality.  Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888  Text Help 233733  Special Guest: Lauren (IG @littlesandlashes)  Brought to you by: Bark Technologies (IG @barktechnologies)  Bark Technologies Linktree (https://linkin.bio/barktechnologies/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

College: parents think of education, students think of freedom! Meeting new friends, sororities/fraternities, parties, and having a new chapter of life begin! But one topic that isn’t spoken about between parents and their children, college administrators and college students: Sexual Assault on college campuses. 90% of SA cases on college campuses happen by a repeat perpetrator, and statistics show that a perpetrator will assault up to 6 times while in college. And many don’t realize- a survivor usually KNOWS their perpetrator! What does reporting LOOK like for college students? Meet CALLISTO: non-profit company that provides students with an online forum for recording incidents of sexual assault, accessing more information on school and district specific reporting protocols, and a database that alerts schools when an assailant has assaulted multiple people. Giving survivors the power back in their lives! Free to ALL who have a .edu email address in the United States! Callisto Website: https://www.projectcallisto.org/ Callisto Vault: https://www.callistovault.org/log-in Callisto IG: @callisto Share Today’s Special Episode on your social platform to win a special prize! Share & promote change! Sponsor: Callisto --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

PT 1: I sat down this week and spoke with Jess Michaels. She is a Epstein survivor from 1991, we talked all things SA and the event that changed the trajectory of her life forever. PT 2: we discussing what we should for all victims, the topics of HEALING and what life looks like AFTER. Healing is not linear, and we NEED to talk about the topics that so many turn away from. Sex, sexual comfortability, finding and loving yourself, bringing up the topics with friends and family and much more. Changing anxiety to empowerment, scared to support, and victims realizing "I'm Okay". Special Guest: Jess Michaels (@jessmichaelsspeaks) Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/bJtjJiWAra8?si=u-0qg9_GaZrwZmG- Website: https://www.jessmichaelsspeaks.com/ Sponsor: Callisto (www.callisto.org) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

1991. New York City. Bustling city, lights, and the dream of "making it big" is what everyone thinks when speaking of New York City. But for Jess Michaels, a day in 1991 changed her life forever. She is a Jeffrey Epstein survivor and now advocate, for SA and victims. Changing our mindsets of how we respond to sexual assault and trauma. Part 1: we talk about the day in 1991 that changed the trajectory of her life forever. Mental, physical & emotional torment and trauma that SA causes. Special Guest: Jess Michaels (@jessmichaelsspeaks) Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/bJtjJiWAra8?si=u-0qg9_GaZrwZmG- Website: https://www.jessmichaelsspeaks.com/ Sponsor: Callisto (www.callisto.org) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

Addiction: so many of us think we know what addiction LOOKS like. Until now. I sit down with Abby McDonald, podcast host of "Perfectly Imperfect, An Unscripted Journey", wife & mother. Raised with a loving home and a great childhood, Abby made choices in her adult life that brought her down a dark path of addiction, sexual assault, rehab/treatment, and becoming honest not only with her family but with herself. She is now an advocate for addiction and mental health, educating society on what we THINK addiction looks like and how to overcome the darkness and find the light in your search for perfecting imperfection. Special Guest: Abby McDonald (IG: perfectly_imperfect_abby) Podcast Perfectly Imperfect https://open.spotify.com/show/21OXLOr0V99k0kMGa5zumy?si=ca6b595a04334172 Sponsor: Magnolia Clothing Company (IG: @magnolia.clothingco) Website: www.magnoliaclothingco.shop (USE CODE: LITTLEBIT for 15% off) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

You've seen her on Netflix "Bad Surgeon" the LOVE of Paolo Macchiarini's life.... or so we thought. I sit with Benita Alexander (IG: @benitaalexander_official) well known Emmy- nominated journalist and NBC producer, who was the main focus of the "super surgeon" turned conman Paolo. She fell in love and planned her future only to uncover the depths of his lies. We talk about their first meeting, their romantic relationship of two years, how she found out the truth/when, and what her life looks like now outside the main stream media. Special Guest: Benita Alexander (IG: @benitaalexander_official) Netflix Bad Surgeon: "Love Under The Knife" https://www.netflix.com/title/81607097 Benita Alexander Documentary "He Lied About Everything" (Amazon Prime) https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B079T265WH/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

Kidnapped in 2000, at the age of 8 years old just blocks from her home in California: Midsi Sanchez was a child's name known all across the state of California and local news channels. Walking home from school, ready to celebrate her 8th birthday at a party... she never made it home. You've seen her on Montel, Oprah, Hulu "They Took Our Child: We Got Her Back" and much more. I sit down with Midsi Sanchez, to talk about not only her traumatic experience at such a young age, but what she has learned through the struggles and has come out as a triumph. From drugs, alcohol, sex, love and loss to becoming a mother- she was saved by her christian faith and created a relationship with God. Now she is speaking with her foundation, The Midsi Sanchez Foundation, and sharing her faith with others. Special Guest: Midsi Sanchez (IG: @midsisanchez) The Midsi Sanchez Foundation: https://sqdc.st/studio/1guHLPEthYUfBp2r7 Hulu: "They Took Our Child: We Got Her Back" Sn 1 Ep 1 https://www.hulu.com/series/they-took-our-child-we-got-her-back-d63966f1-43fd-44a7-b3bf-d9c16c64a83f Episode Sponsor: Kimeez (www.mykimeez.com) Use Code: LittleBit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

1 out of every 2 Americans has had a social media account hacked. From social streaming platforms to emails and even our phones, this is something that is becoming more predominant with how quickly our technology is advancing. But what happens when it's someone you know? Invading privacy, causing concern of not only what you post but what you never intended to. Special guest Caitlin sits down with me today, to discuss what happened when she had to turn to local law enforcement for help, and how her invasion of privacy turned legal and has affected her life forever. Reporting Internet Crime: Internet Crime Complaint Center: https://www.ic3.gov/ Sponsor: Diverse Decal (www.diversedecal.com) Use Code: YOUMATTER15 for 15% off your entire order Special Guest: Caitlin (IG/TT: @transwifelife) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

In the U.S 65% of 72.2 million women ages 15-49 are on a hormonal birth control! Large statistics right?! How many of those have lab work completed, routine check ups, and in depth education on their health as a woman? That number is probably less than you realize! I sit down with Meghan Ludwig, Women's Health and Asthetic Nurse Practitioner of Hera Health. We talk hormonal birth control, PCOS, weight loss, lab work, and overall health of us women! How healthy would you say you are? Listen and then answer again! Special Guest: Megahn Ludwig, Hera Health ( https://herahealthpllc.com/ IG: @herahealth.pllc) Sponsor: I Am The Savvy Gardener (IG: iamthesavvygardener) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support

** DISCLAIMER: THIS EPISODE HAS DISCUSSIONS ABOUT SEXUAL ABUSE WITH MINORS, REPORTING, AND LEGAL MATTERS AT THE APPROVAL OF GUEST ** As seen in the new People magazine article of December 18th, 2023 "I'm Healing At Last". I sit down with Stephanie Langlitz, sexually abused at the young age of 14 by her teacher. The abuse happened for years, until she was able to stand up for herself and stop the behavior. However, the affects lingered for decades. When she turned 30, she felt it was time to move on in healing and stop her perpetrator from doing this behavior to others, as at the time he was still teaching in the state of CO. Going through reporting, law enforcement, and a trial her perpetrator was sentenced to justice. We talk about the red flags and ways parents can speak to their children, follow the signs, and talk about the fears and restrictions on reporting for victims. Sponsor: Patch Lab USA (www.patchlabusa.com) Special Guest: Stephanie Langlitz (IG: @stephanie.langlitz) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/littlebitoflife/support