Having one special needs child presents its own set of unique challenges, but Genie Dawkins, a single mom with not one but 4 children, who all have different behavioral and learning disabilities, talks to us about how at the end of a tumultuous relationship, she had to learn how to be not just an advocate for her children and others like them but for herself.

What do you do when one minute, you're making plans, the next you're in a fight for your life? This is the very scary space that my guest and now sister-friend Vandana found herself in earlier this year but her Breast Cancer story, is one that will not only educate but encourage and give you hope.

This single line drew me into a story that I could not resist exploring. However, the conclusions might be far different from what you'd think. If you are in any type of relationship where you feel like you're losing your identity, come listen to Alesia's story.

Once Upon a Gene - Effie Park's world was turned upside down when her baby boy was born with a genetic disorder so rare, that his disability doesn't have a name! In Effie's quest to find clarity and support, she was able to find a way to work through her initial fear and sadness. Today she shares her story of how this experience, has also worked to bring her and her family closer and has taught her the importance of community and self care. Listen till the end for a "special gift" from baby Ford.

Have you ever been in a relationship that started out "perfect" but took a dangerous turn? Meet Whytli Rogers who shares with us what she's learned from a relationship that moved from puppy love, to sexual, mental and emotional abuse. She's a survivor and she shares her story of growth and personal development.

Whytli Rogers is a certified life coach, mental health advocate. A podcast host of In the Wake with Whytli and the co-founder of the End The Stigma foundation. She strives to empower others and let them know they aren't alone in the struggle.

Welcome to the very first episode of Conversations With Katy. I believe that every life has a story and every story, the ability to inspire and in this episode, I share not only my own story but I give you some insight into how this podcast is geared towards helping you, to feel more inspired, hopeful and in charge of your own destiny.

My name is Katyan Roach and I invite you inside this space of honest conversations, tangible takeaways and new perspectives on how we can all improve our lives. I'm so happy you're here.

Where can you find real women, with real stories that encourage, motivate and inspire? Welcome to Conversations With Katy! A space that's filled with honest conversations, tangible takeaways and new perspectives on how you can improve your life.

Raw and unscripted, we tell our stories of Life, Love and Lessons Learned. So come join us if you want to explore what it takes to bring the best version of yourself to this thing called life!