Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation
Sharing Stories. Saving Lives.
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation
Sharing Stories. Saving Lives.
About Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation
Sharing Stories. Saving Lives.
A weekly podcast talking to peers and professionals who open up about their darkest moments when they felt like ending it all, why they didn't, and how they transformed their lives and triumphed over the darkness and despair.
Why Join Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation as a Guest
Mental Health Audience Reach
You reach listeners seeking healing, support, and real stories of overcoming suicidal ideation and emotional trauma.
Trauma-Informed Interviews
You'll share your story in a deeply respectful and compassionate setting guided by host Janet Sandberg's expertise in healing and energy work.
Expert Guest Roster
You join a lineup of authors, veterans, coaches, and survivors who've courageously shared their mental health journeys.
Podcast Apps Distribution
Your episode is published across major platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify for maximum reach and replay value.
Episode Angles & Guest Pitches
From Darkness to Drive
Share how you transformed suicidal thoughts into a mission to help others thrive.
Healing in Community
Explore how peer support and shared stories helped you reclaim your life.
Spiritual Tools for Survival
Discuss the role of reiki, energy work, or spiritual practices in your healing process.
Writing Through the Pain
If you've authored a book or journaled your recovery, share how writing became a lifeline.
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways
Your story helps listeners feel less alone, find hope, and discover tools to move forward from suicidal thoughts.
Hot Topics
Why Trust Me
The Ideal Guest
You're a great fit if you've survived suicidal ideation or deep emotional trauma and now use your story to help others heal-whether you're a coach, author, clinician, or advocate.
Recent Episodes
#114 - Keeping it Real with Jennifer Ragazzo
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 27, 2025
#113 - Body of Armor with Geena Hymer
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 19, 2025
#112 - The Power of Gratitude with Robin Houser
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 12, 2025
#111 - One Man With a Chamber with Will Person
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 5, 2025
#110 - Heal Yourself with Sarah Dawkins
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 22, 2025
#109 - Unbroken with Adriene Caldwell
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 9, 2025
#108 - Going in Blind with Zach Tidwell
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 1, 2025
#107 - Strong and Free with Silke Harvey
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 24, 2025
#106 - Managing Mental Health with Jamie Hughes
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 10, 2025
#105 - From Hero to Villain with Jose Angel Pereira Ruimwyk
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 3, 2025
#104 - The Hidden Struggles of Veterans and Service Members with Marie Slider Henriksen and Garrett Biss
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 27, 2025
#103 - Get Out of Your Head with Brian Sachetta
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 20, 2025
#102 - Unspoken Trauma with Garret Biss
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 7, 2025
#101 - Ready for Rebirth with Derek Newborn
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 1, 2025
#100 - Write or Die with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 23, 2025
#99 - More Me Than I Used to Be with Marie Slider Henriksen
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 16, 2025
#98 - Peace or Pain with Meera Ishaya
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 9, 2025
#97 - Hold On with Diane Kaufman
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 2, 2025
#96 - The Power of Self-Love with Koya Bakare
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 25, 2025
#95 - Choosing Life with Shuang-Min Chang
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 18, 2025
#94 - Incompatible with Life with Michael J Tallon
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 5, 2025
#93 - Awaken Hope with Kandiee Campbell
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 28, 2025
#92 - The Ripple Effect with Andy Campbell
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 22, 2025
#91 - The Power of Writing with Keren Cardoza
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 14, 2025
#90 - Celebrating 2 Years of Hope and Healing on the Phoenix Wisdom Podcast
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 7, 2025
#89 - The Past is Just a Memory with Dallas Collis
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 1, 2025
#88 - Breaking the Stigma of ADHD with Liz Jakoi
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 23, 2025
#87 - Healing Through Hypnotherapy with Pamela Topjian
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 16, 2025
#86 - Fighting for Motherhood with Lizz Luker
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 9, 2025
#85 - Mental Health and Financial Struggles with Scott Maderer
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 2, 2025
#84 - Finding Peace Through Faith with Micaiah Gray
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 26, 2025
#83 - Your Gift of Life with James Donaldson (special Podcasthon episode)
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 19, 2025
#82 - She Is Resilient with Tatiana Szulc
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 5, 2025
#81 - Rebuilding Life After Trauma with Darla Ridilla
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 26, 2025
#80 - Finding Light in the Darkness with Liz Buggy
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 19, 2025
#79 - One Life Lost Is Enough with Debi Roberts
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 12, 2025
#78 - The Only Way Out is Through with Deborah LeBlanc
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 5, 2025
#77 - Real Men Feel with Andy Grant
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 29, 2025
#76 - Empowered Without Limits with Mary Burmeister
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 23, 2025
#75 - This Penguin Can Fly with Rachel Coleman
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 15, 2025
#74 - A Bucket List Saved My Life with Jeremy George
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Dec 11, 2024
#73 - Breakthroughs and Breathwork with Jeannie May, MD
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Dec 4, 2024
#72 - Navigating Dementia and Finding Joy with Katherine Knight
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 27, 2024
#71 - Neuroplasticity and New Beginnings with Stu Morris
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 20, 2024
#70 - Rock Bottom has a Basement with Kevin Palmieri
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 13, 2024
#69 - Finding Meaning in the Journey with Justin McSweeny
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 6, 2024
#68 - Healing Through Hope with Jen Yundt Coles
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 30, 2024
#67 - Rising Stronger with Amy Taylor
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 23, 2024
#66 - Hope and Healing with Jeni Simas-Layte
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 15, 2024
#65 - The Road to Redemption with Dr Robb Kelly
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 9, 2024
#64 - Chronically Awesome with Katie Rose Jones
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 3, 2024
#63 - From Darkness to Divine with Tywanah Evette
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 25, 2024
#62 - From Loss to Legacy with Dr. Kimberly Harms
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 11, 2024
#61 - From Grief to Grace with Kirtti Sharrma
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 4, 2024
#60 - From Darkness to Dance with Carla Hooker
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 22, 2024
#59 - Rising Above: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Purpose with Laverne Friesen
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 14, 2024
#58 - Breaking Free from Expectations with Nelanthini Rajesan
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 7, 2024
#57 - The Mental Health Comedian with Frank King
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 31, 2024
#56 - Transforming Pain into Power with Carleigh Burns
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 24, 2024
#55 - Finding Light in Darkness with Cheryl Stelte
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 19, 2024
#54 - Rising from Darkness with Erin Dominick
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 10, 2024
#53 - Finding Strength in Struggle with Bonnie Brindle
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 3, 2024
#52 - Embracing Joy After Pain with Violet Detre
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 26, 2024
#51 - Cherish These Words with Christopher Jones
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 18, 2024
#50 - Pain to Passion with Cathy Gagliardi
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 12, 2024
#49 - A Journey into Mental Illness with Gordon Campbell
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 5, 2024
#48 - Like Mother Like Son with Stacey Brown
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 29, 2024
#47 - A Podcast Saved My Life with Mike Martin
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 22, 2024
#46 - Living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) with Parrish Wilson
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 15, 2024
#45 - This is Where You Pivot with Elizabeth Miles
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 1, 2024
#44 - A Blessing in Disguise with Mark Coope
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 17, 2024
#43 - Dream Killers with Alma Collins Thomas
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Apr 10, 2024
#42 - Don't You Worry with Toni LaShaun Wortherly
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 27, 2024
#41 - Lessons from a Near-Death Experience with Tena Taylor
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 20, 2024
#40 - Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families with Tammy Vincent
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 13, 2024
#39 - Overcoming Challenges with Kadin McElwain
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Mar 6, 2024
#38 - Intimate Partner Violence with Heather Warren
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 28, 2024
#37 - Sourcery 101 with Justin Shaw
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 14, 2024
#36 - Misery Loves Company with JP Marsh
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Feb 7, 2024
#35 - Finding Your Own Happy with Elana Davidson
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 19, 2024
#34 - It's Not Weak to Speak with Simon Rinne
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 10, 2024
#33 - Do What You Love with Gina Cavalier
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jan 3, 2024
#32 - Purpose and Passion with Shawn White
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Dec 13, 2023
#31 - Struggles and Summits with Jeff Higgins
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Dec 6, 2023
#30 - Q&A with podcast host Janet Sandberg : get to know her and why she started the podcast
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 29, 2023
#29 - Live a Little Longer with Tammi Morrison
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 15, 2023
#28 - Burying Trauma with Kaleigh Peery
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 8, 2023
#27 - Six Months of Phoenix Wisdom!
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Nov 1, 2023
#26 - The Pity Party with Becky Ogden
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 25, 2023
#25 - Bitter to Better with Jacqueline Goodwin
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 18, 2023
#24 - Young and Unloved with Kamau Williams
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 12, 2023
#23 - Creating a Space for Yourself when No One Else Wants You with Allistar Banks
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Oct 4, 2023
#22 - A Change in Perspective with Clare Garner
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 27, 2023
#21 - Making a Mess into a Message with Amy Boelter
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 20, 2023
#20 - Surviving Sugar Addiction and SA with Samantha Wendt
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 13, 2023
#19 - Girl with a Snake: Surviving the Narcissist with Euraysia Lee
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Sep 6, 2023
#18 - An Angel Saved My Life with Aurora Guzbeth
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 30, 2023
#17 - From Controlling Relationships to Freedom and Family Love with Frannie Griede
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 23, 2023
#16 - From Spousal PTSD and Post Partum Depression to Personal Pride with Stephanie Polcyn
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 16, 2023
#15 - From Surviving Satanic Ritual Abuse to Helping others Heal with Rebecca Baines
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 9, 2023
#14 - From Addiction, Anxiety, and ADHD to Sobriety and Success with Tim Pangburn
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Aug 2, 2023
#13 - From Broke and Brokenhearted to Love and Luck with Krista Melanson
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 26, 2023
#12 - From Trauma to Transformation with Jillian Andre
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 19, 2023
#11 - The Kind of Love You Live For with Johnny Young
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 11, 2023
#10 - We Only Live Once with Andrea Zavala
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jul 5, 2023
#9 - Personal and Professional Perspectives on Suicide with Nicole Schiener
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 28, 2023
#8 - Pregnant and Suicidal with Janette O'Neill-Burns
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 21, 2023
#7 - Both sides of Suicide with Elaine Lindsay
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 14, 2023
#6 - You Are Valuable with Michelle Lisan
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • Jun 7, 2023
#5 - Find Your Person with Terri DiMauro
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 31, 2023
#4 - Start Small with Sarah Haas
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 24, 2023
#3 - Not Today with Carlee Myers
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 17, 2023
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Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 16, 2023
#2 - Something Else Has to Die so I Can Live with Celeste Frenette
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 10, 2023
#1 - You're Meant for More with Sarah Sparks
Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation • May 3, 2023
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