Keisha, a graduate of Healing Housing and now a client care specialist for the organization, leads us through her difficult childhood and eventual substance abuse. From painkillers to heroin, and then sobriety, Keisha navigates the complexity of her journey that eventually led her to Healing Housing and has kept her there.

More Information on Healing Housing:

Healinghousing.org

Instagram: @healinghousinginc

This student-built podcast is made through the Belmont University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton.

In this episode, Debbie, a graduate of Healing Housing, is interviewed about her journey through addiction and recovery- from being a "lost cause" to becoming someone who feels free. She discusses how she is able to use her past as a tool to help her grow and heal rather than a burden that limits her.

Interview hosted by Claire Shipman

More Information on Healing Housing:

Healinghousing.org

Instagram: @healinghousinginc

In this episode, Meicy Gommez-Vasquez is interviewed about her experience becoming and being a first-get college student: the anxieties, the hopes, the uncertainties, and the ways that she found community and support.

Interview hosted by Juan Escamilla Vargas and in partnership with Persist Coaching Nashville.

More info on Persist:

https://persistcoaching.org

Instagram: @persistnashville

This student-built podcast is made through the Belmont University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton

Through the lens of faith and community, we explore how second chances can bloom in unexpected places. In this episode, we dive into the story of Cul2vate with Joey Lankford. Rooted in hard work and hope, this conversation reminds us that everyone has a story worth telling—and redeeming. Whether you’ve walked the same path too many times or are looking to grow, this episode speaks to the heart.

Hosted by Clay Bradford.

More information on Cul2Vate:

cul2vate.org

This student-built podcast is made through the Lipscomb University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton.

In this episode, Mel, a graduate of Healing Housing, discusses personal resilience and recovery. She discusses its realistic application through her own story of personal trials and triumphs.

Be aware topics include addiction and potential self harm/suicide.

Hosted by Rachel Chitwood.

More information on Healing Housing:

https://healinghousing.org

Instagram: @healinghousinginc

This student-built podcast is made through the Belmont University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton.

In this episode, Megan McNeese, the director of coaching quality and impact at Persist Nashville, discusses her journey through college as a first generation college student. Megan talks about navigating aspects of college such as finances, social circles, and finding a community.

Interview hosted by Juan Escamilla Vargas and in partnership with Persist Coaching Nashville.

More Info on Persist:

https://persistcoaching.org

Instagram: @persistnashville

This student-built podcast is made through the Belmont University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton.

Welcome to Tune in; Speak Out, a podcast about listening to your neighbors in Nashville and shaping your own story.

This student-built podcast is made through the Belmont University Honors Scholars Collaborative and with support from Dr. Amy Hodges-Hamilton.