Relentlessly Resilient Podcast

For this special Thanksgiving cohost conversation,  Relentlessly Resilient hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf share how they are tackling this holiday with gratitude and remembering the power of "and." As Jennie faces her first hosting of the turkey feast, Michelle offers guidance and insight into her own holiday traditions. 

Even though we live in challenging times, we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

In 2014, David and Chalece Neilsen were eagerly awaiting the arrival of their baby when it was discovered that their little girl suffered from a rare form of cancer. She was born prematurely at 25 weeks and given the name Allison Faith. After a fortnight in a NICU incubator under excellent doctor care, the Neilsens’ held their baby for the first and last time as she passed away. The couple each mourned in their own way, leaning heavily on the support of friends and family. And as they continued to struggle with infertility issues, they discovered that Resiliency is not what we think. They join this episode of Relentlessy Resilient to share how it is worth fighting for resilience and peace in the hardest of trials.

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Life never goes as we dream, but we can still work toward the dream anyway. In this episode of Relentlessly Resilient, our hosts are joined by author, adoptive mommy, and foster parent, Chani Barlow. She shares how she faced her struggle with infertility with determination and kindness to herself. She also gives listeners some tips from her new book, “Seeking Solace: Finding Hidden Miracles and Peace When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned.” 

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Casey Scott had worked hard to become a beloved TV personality, but under that bubbly outgoing surface, he was fighting a war with the demon of addiction. That surface cracked on September 2, 2018, when he was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Since that time he has taken steps to confront his addiction, faced his demons in rehab, and is four years sober. Now weekly on the Project Recovery podcast, he shares his personal story of becoming a better person, one day at a time. Along with the expert help of licensed psychologist Dr. Matt Woolley, he interviews others who have faced similar addictions and found hope in the process. Casey joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share his story of addiction, downfall, and most importantly, resilience. 

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Newlyweds Ben and Christina Moa faced more challenges in the first years of their marriage than the average couple does in their lifetime, due to Ben’s gang life past. Now in this second episode of a two-part series on their life, they share how they worked together to fulfill each other’s football and family dreams. With Ben becoming an NFL football player and Christina making a better life for their children. While trials still happened due to Ben’s addictive personality and need to please the people around him, he eventually became the co-founder of a successful athletic training facility, an MMA fighter, and a real estate agent.

Even though we live in challenging times, we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Ben Moa grew up in California's violent gang world of the 90s. With few strong role models, he fell into gang life, drug use, crime, and more at the tender age of 9 years old. But he counts his first real miracle in life when he was arrested on a trip to Utah and spent the ages 12-16 in a correctional facility. He was given a chance to pick different role models and a different life focus, and he picked to become the best athlete he could be. While at the University of Utah for Football at the age of 18, he met and married his wife Christina. She did not understand the complexities of marrying a man shaped by gang life, but working together they have created an inspiring marriage and life. Both Ben and Christina share the start of their journey on the Relentlessly Resilient podcast, in this first part of a two-part series.

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Renee Milne lost her younger brother to a tragic car accident in 2005. As a daughter, sister, wife, and young teacher she used her skills as an art teacher and trained communicator to help her loved ones deal with grief. Over the years she has exemplified the pillars of resiliency, self-awareness, mindfulness, self-care, positive relationships, and purpose. Now, as she continues as an educator, she helps her students deal with their crises. She joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilience to share her story, and how sharing her story has helped others.

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Jonah Thomson has always been an active, outdoorsy person, but after losing his lower leg in a motorcycle accident in June of 2020, he was determined to work with the hurt and get back to his favorite sport. Within five months of his amputation, he was back to skiing down the slopes and facing his challenges with humor, determination, and a little help from his friends. He joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share the lessons he has learned about accepting limitations while discovering new ways to accomplish your goals. 

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

Thom Brockbank lived a good and healthy life, which is why he was shocked when in May 2022, he was struck down by a “widow maker” heart attack. Thinking quickly he was able to call for help and receive the life-saving care he needed to survive the ordeal, which included an out-of-body near-death experience. He joins this episode of Relentlessly Resilient to share what he has learned about living to the fullest with love, even with a damaged heart. 

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

In this celebratory 100th episode of Relentlessly Resilient, hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf discuss the lessons they have learned while helping to share the many inspirational stories of others. While we all experience challenges that push us to our limits of endurance, they have found patterns of resilience and gratitude to fortify us on the journey. Today they dig deeper into Jenna Ahlschlager’s Five Pillars of Resilience including self-awareness, mindfulness, self-care, positive relationships, and purpose.  And redefine the purpose of the podcast. 

Even though we live in challenging times we can become Relentlessly Resilient as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband Major Brent Taylor was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward. 

Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.