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Holyoaks Rise: Stories of Rising Through the Unexpected

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by Amanda Holyoak

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Life rarely goes according to plan—but some of the most powerful stories begin there. Every episode is a reminder that hope isn’t found after the storm—it’s often discovered while we’re walking through it. Hosted by NICU nurse and medical mom Amanda Holyoak, Holyoaks Rise shares true stories of hope, resilience, and overcoming adversity. From medically complex parenting and the NICU to remarkable survival stories, inspiring interviews, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things, each episode reminds us that we are capable of rising through life’s unexpected challenges. Whether you’re navigating a medical journey, caring for someone you love, searching for encouragement, or simply love inspirational true stories, you’ll find practical wisdom, authentic conversations, and hope here. Through honest conversations, inspirational true stories, and practical guidance, Holyoaks Rise explores medically complex parenting, NICU experiences, rare disease journeys, caregiver support, disability advocacy, human resilience, and the extraordinary strength people discover when life doesn’t go as planned. Some episodes will make you laugh. Others may bring you to tears. But every story is chosen for one reason: to remind you that even in life’s hardest moments, hope still has the final word. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, healthcare professional, survivor, or someone simply looking for stories that restore your faith in people, you’ll find a community that believes we don’t have to face life’s unexpected challenges alone. Because no matter what life brings, we rise through the unexpected—together. New episodes every Tuesday.

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July 21, 2026

24) Born Too Soon: A Mom’s Incredible NICU Journey: Extremely Premature Triplets & MORE Part 1

When Krystina’s oldest son needed kidney surgery as a toddler, she had no idea it was only the beginning of her family’s medical journey. In this deeply moving first conversation, Krystina shares the story of welcoming her extremely premature triplets into the NICU and the roller coaster that followed. We talk about the fear, uncertainty, tiny victories, and the resilience that carried her family through one of the hardest seasons of their lives. As a NICU nurse and medical mom, these conversations remind me why hope matters so much inside hospital walls. This episode also marks the beginning of an even bigger story. Before we close, Krystina shares how her family’s experience in the NICU unexpectedly opened the door to foster care, introducing us to the premature twins who would forever change the course of her life. Whether you’re a NICU parent, medical family, healthcare professional, or someone who simply loves stories of courage and resilience, Krystina’s journey is one you won’t soon forget. In this episode you’ll hear: Krystina’s oldest son’s early kidney diagnosis and surgeryThe pregnancy and delivery of her extremely premature tripletsLife inside the NICU from a parent’s perspectiveFinding hope through uncertaintyThe unexpected beginning of a foster care journey that started in the NICUThis is Part 1 of Christina’s incredible story. In Part 2 and 3, we’ll continue her journey into fostering medically complex children, adoption, and the lives forever changed by saying “yes” To multiple children! She’s a ROCKSTAR! Warm Memories - Emotional Inspiring Piano by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonAttribut(ion 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

July 14, 2026

23) 5 Impossible Rescues That Shouldn’t Have Happened: True Survival Stories of Hope

Some survival stories seem too incredible to be true. In this Rise Story Collection, we explore five impossible rescues that united strangers, inspired nations, and proved that hope can survive even the darkest circumstances. From twelve boys trapped deep inside a flooded cave in Thailand… to a man who survived nearly 60 hours inside an overturned ship… to an immigrant who scaled a Paris apartment building to save a child… these are true stories of courage, resilience, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. In this episode of Holyoaks Rise, you’ll hear the unforgettable stories of: • The Thai Cave Rescue• Harrison Okene’s unbelievable survival beneath the ocean• Mamoudou Gassama’s heroic climb in Paris• The 33 Chilean miners rescued after 69 days underground• The Miracle on the Hudson and the leadership that saved 155 lives As a NICU nurse, I couldn’t help but notice a common thread running through every one of these stories. None of these rescues happened because people gave up. They happened because someone chose courage over fear, hope over despair, and action over helplessness. Whether you’re facing your own impossible situation or simply need a reminder that goodness still exists, I hope these remarkable survival stories encourage you to keep believing that even in life’s darkest moments, people have an incredible capacity to rise through the unexpected. 🌳 If this episode encouraged you, please follow, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a little more hope today.

July 10, 2026

22) 5 Extraordinary People Who Refused to Give Up | True Stories of Resilience and Hope

What does it take to keep going when life tells you to quit?In this first Rise Collection, we’re exploring five extraordinary true stories of people who refused to give up in the face of overwhelming obstacles. From a Major League Baseball pitcher born with one hand, to the world’s first licensed pilot born without arms, to a prisoner of war who found freedom through forgiveness, these stories remind us that resilience isn’t about having an easy life—it’s about choosing one more step when giving up would make perfect sense.In this episode, you’ll hear the inspiring stories of:🌳 Jim Abbott – proving that limitations don’t have to define your future.🌳 Jessica Cox – redefining what’s possible through determination and courage.🌳 Louis Zamperini – surviving unimaginable hardship and discovering the power of forgiveness.🌳 Bethany Hamilton – finding purpose and identity after life changed in an instant.🌳 Dashrath Manjhi – the man who spent 22 years carving a road through a mountain, one swing at a time.After each story, Amanda shares a Rise Reflection, connecting these incredible journeys to the unexpected challenges we face in everyday life—from medical diagnoses and caregiving to grief, setbacks, and the quiet courage it takes to keep moving forward.Whether you’re navigating the NICU, raising a medically complex child, caring for someone you love, or simply walking through a difficult season, this episode is a reminder that your story isn’t over.Topics discussed: ● Resilience and perseverance ● Overcoming impossible odds ● Finding hope after tragedy ● Forgiveness and healing ● Medical parenting and caregiving ● Personal growth through adversity ● True stories that inspireIf this episode encouraged you, please follow Holyoaks Rise, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a reminder that even the smallest step forward is still progress.Holyoaks Rise is a storytelling podcast hosted by NICU nurse and medical mom Amanda Holyoak, sharing inspiring true stories, interviews, education and reflections that help us all rise through the unexpected. Warm Memories - Emotional Inspiring Piano by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

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What is Holyoaks Rise: Stories of Rising Through the Unexpected?: Life rarely goes according to plan—but some of the most powerful stories begin there.

Every episode is a reminder that hope isn’t found after the storm—it’s often discovered while we’re walking through it.

Hosted by NICU nurse and medical mom Amanda Holyoak, Holyoaks Rise shares true stories of hope, resilience, and overcoming adversity. From medically complex parenting and the NICU to remarkable survival stories, inspiring interviews, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things, each episode reminds us that we are capable of rising through life’s unexpected challenges.

Whether you’re navigating a medical journey, caring for someone you love, searching for encouragement, or simply love inspirational true stories, you’ll find practical wisdom, authentic conversations, and hope here.

Through honest conversations, inspirational true stories, and practical guidance, Holyoaks Rise explores medically complex parenting, NICU experiences, rare disease journeys, caregiver support, disability advocacy, human resilience, and the extraordinary strength people discover when life doesn’t go as planned.

Some episodes will make you laugh. Others may bring you to tears. But every story is chosen for one reason: to remind you that even in life’s hardest moments, hope still has the final word.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, healthcare professional, survivor, or someone simply looking for stories that restore your faith in people, you’ll find a community that believes we don’t have to face life’s unexpected challenges alone.

Because no matter what life brings, we rise through the unexpected—together.

New episodes every Tuesday.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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