RESILIENT NOW PODCAST

About RESILIENT NOW PODCAST

Meet Liliana Brown – Host of the Resilient Now Podcast Liliana Brown is the heart and voice behind the Resilient Now Podcast — a powerful space for real conversations, healing, and hope. After overcoming her own life challenges, including growing up in foster care, navigating single motherhood, and walking the path of recovery, Liliana created this podcast as a safe and supportive platform for others. In each episode, Liliana speaks with inspiring guests who have turned pain into purpose, sharing raw and honest stories of resilience, strength, and transformation. Whether you're going through grief, loss, trauma, or personal growth, Resilient Now is here to remind you: you are not alone. Tune in for empowering episodes that offer wisdom, connection, and encouragement — straight from people who have walked through the fire and made it to the other side. 🎧 Listen. Heal. Grow. Only on the Resilient Now Podcast with Liliana Brown. www.ResilientNowPodcast.com Disclaimer Resilient Now is a free podcast created for entertainment and inspirational purposes only. The stories and experiences shared by guests reflect their personal journeys and are not intended to serve as professional or medical advice. This podcast does not offer therapy, counseling, or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing PTSD, depression, suicidal thoughts, or any other mental health concern, please seek help from a licensed healthcare professional or mental health provider. You're not alone, and support is available. Additionally, Resilient Now Podcast is a nonpartisan platform focused on personal stories of resilience, healing, growth, and recovery. The podcast does not endorse political parties, candidates, government policies, or political positions. Any opinions or viewpoints expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Resilient Now Podcast or its host. Conversations are intended to remain focused on personal experience, resilience, and the lessons that may help others move forward.

Publisher

Liliana Brown

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 May 2025

Latest episode

1 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

52 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Nov 2026

   Episode 51: Meet Michael Lassman | Nearly 20 Years of Relapse — He Couldn't Stop Drinking, But He Wasn't Ready to Die

   What happens when you spend nearly 20 years trying to stop drinking, only to find yourself falling back into addiction again and again? In Episode 51 of Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown welcomes author Michael Lassman for a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation about his decades-long battle with alcoholism, repeated relapses, devastating losses, and the resilience it took to finally reclaim his life. Michael began drinking at just 13 years old, using alcohol to escape feelings of insecurity, fear, and not feeling good enough. What started as a way to feel confident eventually became an addiction that would cost him nearly everything. Over the years, Michael lost his marriage, damaged relationships with his children, experienced financial hardships, and watched his personal and professional life unravel. He tried to stop drinking. He entered treatment programs. He made promises to himself and the people he loved. But despite his efforts, he continued to relapse. For nearly two decades, he struggled to find a way out. And yet, through all the pain, disappointment, and repeated setbacks, something inside him refused to give up. He didn't want to die. He wanted another chance at life. In this powerful conversation, Michael opens up about what finally changed and how he discovered that recovery required more than simply putting down the bottle. For him, the missing pieces were connection, community, faith, helping others, and finding a purpose greater than himself. Today, Michael shares how he began rebuilding relationships with his children, rediscovered his sense of purpose, and transformed years of painful experiences into opportunities to help others. He also discusses his journey as an author, including his books Killing Mr. Hyde and Modern Man's Search for Meaning, and how his experiences shaped his understanding of addiction, recovery, and the human capacity to change. One of the most meaningful parts of Michael's story is his realization that getting back up after falling isn't always enough. Sometimes, true resilience requires us to learn from our struggles and make the changes necessary to move forward. This episode is for anyone who has struggled with addiction, experienced repeated setbacks, watched someone they love battle alcoholism, or wondered whether it's too late to start over. Michael's story reminds us that no matter how many times we fall, our past does not have to determine our future. You are not alone. There is hope. And your story is not over. ❤️ Because sometimes, resilience means finding one more reason to keep living, even when giving up feels easier. 🎧 Watch & Listen Listen to Resilient Now Podcast on: 🎥 YouTube 🎧 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 🌐 Website: ResilientNowPodcast.com Find more inspiring stories of resilience and free support resources on our website. 📚 About Michael Lassman Michael Lassman is an author who draws from his personal experiences with addiction, recovery, and finding purpose. Explore his books: - Killing Mr. Hyde - Modern Man's Search for Meaning - Mornings with Mom ❤️ A Message From Resilient Now Podcast If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, please know that you don't have to face it alone. Recovery is possible, and asking for help can be the first step toward a different future. Visit ResilientNowPodcast.com for free support resources.

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   31 Oct 2026

   Episode 50: Meet Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch | Turning Grief Into Hope for 185,000+ Children

   What happens when heartbreaking loss becomes the inspiration to change thousands of lives? In this special 50th episode of Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown welcomes Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch, author, mental health advocate, and founder of the nonprofit A Moment of Magic. Growing up, Kylee shared an extraordinary bond with her grandparents. They were her first friends, her biggest supporters, and an important part of her childhood. But when her grandfather was struck by a car and her grandmother faced serious health challenges, Kylee witnessed firsthand the emotional toll that illness takes on patients and their families. During her freshman year of college, Kylee lost both grandparents within two weeks of each other. Struggling with grief, loneliness, and finding her place in a new city, she began searching for a way to connect with others and give back. What started as one hospital visit dressed as a princess became A Moment of Magic, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the mental health and emotional well-being of medically vulnerable children. Today, the organization reports having touched the lives of more than 185,000 children and families. In this heartfelt conversation, Kylee shares how she navigated grief, how one small act of kindness changed the direction of her life, and why children facing serious illnesses deserve moments of joy, imagination, and connection. We also discuss her book, Your Magic, the often-overlooked emotional needs of siblings, and the power of community during life's most challenging moments. Kylee's story reminds us that even through grief and pain, we can find purpose—and sometimes the smallest acts of kindness can make the greatest difference. Learn more about Kylee and A Moment of Magic: 🌐 https://www.amomentofmagic.org 📖 Book: Your Magic by Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch Listen to Resilient Now Podcast: 🎙️ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts. 🌐 Visit our free website: https://resilientnowpodcast.com Discover our guests, listen to their stories, and explore our free resource page. Thank you for supporting 50 episodes of honest stories, courage, and resilience. Stay resilient! 💙

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   25 Oct 2026

   Episode 49: Johnnie O'Neil | Finding Resilience Amid Prostate Cancer & Writing Music Along the Way

   What happens when life delivers devastating news, and you suddenly have to make a decision that could change everything? In this episode of Resilient Now Podcast, host Liliana Brown welcomes Johnnie O'Neil, who shares his personal journey after being diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2015, around the same time his 17-year career at a company came to an end. Faced with fear, uncertainty, and difficult decisions about surgery, Johnnie found strength through his faith, the support of loved ones, and his determination to be there for his children and grandchildren. Johnnie opens up about the emotional impact of his diagnosis, seeking a second medical opinion, undergoing robotic surgery, and his gratitude that the cancer was successfully removed without the need for additional treatment. But his story doesn't end there. A lifelong songwriter, Johnnie also shares his passion for writing gospel and inspirational music that encourages and uplifts others. He discusses creating The Johnnie O. Gospel Show, a self-funded radio program designed to help independent artists share their music with the world. Through his experience, Johnnie reminds us that even when life takes an unexpected turn, there can still be hope, purpose, and reasons to keep moving forward. Connect With Johnnie O'Neil & Discover His Music Johnnie invites listeners to explore his gospel and inspirational songs, available under the artist name Johnnie O and Friends. • Spotify: Search Johnnie O and Friends • YouTube: Search Johnnie O and Friends • Amazon Music: Search Johnnie O and Friends Learn more about his musical journey and the inspiration behind his songwriting in this episode. About Resilient Now Podcast Resilient Now Podcast shares short, true stories of people who have faced difficult circumstances and found ways to keep going. Our mission is to help listeners feel less alone and remind them that they, too, can get through life's challenges. Listen and explore resources: www.resilientnowpodcast.com Contact the podcast: resilientnowpodcast@gmail.com Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Until next time, stay resilient.

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• Dr Krystal Kinnunen
• Krista Kahlo
• Rene Miller
• Katherine
• Nikki Winston

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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