Joyce Fidler’s life has been anything but ordinary. For 20 years, she lived the
quintessential rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle—owning a record store and headshop, singing in new wave bands, and embracing a wild, rebellious spirit. But when polyamory blew up her first marriage, she found herself at a crossroads. A radical transformation followed: Joyce got sober, moved to Los Angeles, and spent the next 23 years as a dedicated special educator, shaping young minds and creating impact far beyond the stage.

Now, with 34 years of sobriety and 25 years of marriage to a man 12 years her junior, Joyce shares her powerful story in her memoir, Evolution of a Baby Boomer: Life Beyond Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her journey of reinvention is raw, real, and deeply inspiring—proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story.
Join us as we dive into Joyce’s past, her lessons on love, addiction, and transformation, and what she’s learned from a life of second chances.

Welcome to Rule 42, Joyce Fidler!

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Today on Rule 42, we have the honor of speaking with an extraordinary woman whose courage and resilience have transformed unimaginable pain into a mission of hope and empowerment. Amanda Collins Johnson is the author of Beyond Survival: Reclaiming My Life After I Survived Rape, a powerful memoir that chronicles her journey from surviving a brutal attack during her college years to reclaiming a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment.

Amanda’s story is not just one of survival but of triumph. She has dedicated her life to leading others out of the darkness of trauma and into the light of healing. Through her inspiring talks at college campuses, women’s conferences, and law enforcement events, Amanda has impacted countless lives, offering hope to survivors and a deeper understanding to those who support them.

Beyond her advocacy, Amanda is also a devoted wife to her husband Nate, a homeschooling mom to their three beautiful daughters, and a woman of deep faith who finds joy in mentoring young women, leading Bible studies, and running. Her ability to balance these roles with her powerful mission is a testament to her incredible strength and unwavering spirit.

Join us as Amanda shares her remarkable journey, lessons, and insights on how we can all move beyond survival to embrace a life of meaning and purpose. 

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Today on Rule 42, we welcome a woman whose journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, transformation, and the unwavering belief that hope is a brave and deliberate decision.

Alison Beder Solway is a debut author whose memoir, The Miles We Run, delves into the deeply personal themes of surrogacy, fertility, and endurance—both physical and emotional. Through her story, she explores what it truly means to push through life’s greatest challenges and emerge stronger on the other side.

Beyond her work as an author, Alison is the founder of ABS Fitness, an online platform dedicated to helping women build strength and resilience at any stage of life. With a profound understanding of the connection between mind and body, she empowers women to redefine their limits—proving that growth doesn’t stop at any age. At 53, she continues to challenge common misconceptions about fitness in midlife, demonstrating firsthand that discipline, mindset, and physical training are deeply intertwined.

Alison’s career path is as dynamic as her personal journey. She holds a Master of Science in Environmental Management and has worked extensively in policy development, university education, and corporate sustainability before transitioning to the world of fitness and writing. Her ability to bridge seemingly disparate fields speaks to her adaptability, curiosity, and relentless drive for impact.

She has also undertaken one of the most grueling endurance challenges—training for the New York City Marathon—an experience that has further shaped her philosophy on perseverance and mental toughness. Her story is one of transformation, from navigating the complexities of surrogacy 25 years ago to pushing her body and mind to new limits today.

Whether through her writing, coaching, or personal journey, Alison inspires others to embrace resilience, push past fear, and trust in their own strength. We are honored to have her here today to share her wisdom, experiences, and insights into what it truly means to live with purpose, passion, and unwavering determination on Rule 42!

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On today’s episode of Rule 42, we’re diving into an extraordinary story of resilience, transformation, and the indomitable human spirit. Our guest, Isabella Young, is a trailblazer in Outdoor Education, a mental health advocate, and a survivor of unimaginable tragedy. 

With a background in physical education and health, Isabella was a pioneer in therapeutic Outdoor Education in Australia and the founder of Out Doors Inc. This non-profit organization has empowered people with poor mental health through outdoor adventure and recreation for nearly four decades.

But Isabella’s story transcends her professional accomplishments. In 1994, her world was turned upside down when she was widowed while pregnant and raising her three-year-old son.

In the years that followed, Isabella embarked on a profound journey across three continents, exploring healing practices from retreats and shamanic journeys to vision quests. Her path also led her into - and out of - a messianic cult, where she endured years of psychological control and devastating loss, including the murder of her son at the hands of the cult leader.

Now thriving in Hawaii, Isabella has reclaimed her life, writing, creating art, and sharing her wisdom with the world. Her books, Putting on the Armor of God and New Human of New Earth, provide practical tools for physical and mental wellness, spiritual awakening, and personal sovereignty.

Isabella’s journey is one of unimaginable loss, but also extraordinary resilience and hope. Join us as we explore her path of healing, resistance, and empowerment, and discover how her story can inspire us all to overcome life’s darkest moments and emerge stronger than ever on today’s amazing episode of Rule 42!

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Today’s guest is a powerhouse of resilience, innovation, and heart. Liz Benditt is a 6-time cancer survivor turned entrepreneur who took her personal struggles and transformed them into a mission-driven business. After enduring six different cancers over 15 years, Liz launched TheBalmBox.com - a company delivering functional, thoughtful self-care packages for cancer patients, something she knows firsthand was sorely missing during her own treatments.

But Liz isn’t just a cancer-preneur. With over 25 years of experience as a marketing executive, she’s worked with iconic brands like Disney and Hallmark and is now shaping the next generation of marketers as a professor at the University of Kansas School of Business. She’s also a nonpartisan political advocate, a public speaker featured on NBC, USA Today, and Yahoo News, and somehow still manages life with two teenage kids, a supportive husband, and what she affectionately calls “one terrible dog.”

What’s truly inspiring about Liz is her ability to combine grit and humor. Growing up as the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, she developed an unstoppable resilience, and that strength is woven into every part of her life - from creating The Balm Box to standing in line (twice!) to see the Mona Lisa with her girlfriends in Paris, joking, “Let’s see the HO and then get a cocktail.” Today, we’ll dive deep into Liz’s incredible journey: how she overcame unimaginable challenges, turned pain into purpose, and continues to inspire others. Get ready for a mix of wisdom, wit, and pure inspiration as we welcome Liz Benditt to the Rule 42 podcast.

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Today on Rule 42, we’re diving into a story of resilience, artistry, and the power of forgiveness with the incredible Brenda Adelman. Brenda is an award-winning actor and the creator of the acclaimed one-woman show My Brooklyn Hamlet, which has captivated audiences across four countries and ten states. From women prisoners to youth-at-risk, from the U.S. military to spiritual centers, Brenda’s story has touched hearts and transformed lives in the most unexpected places.

Her show has been celebrated as a Critics’ Pick at major festivals like Orlando International Fringe and San Diego Fringe. But Brenda’s impact extends far beyond the stage. As a speaker trainer and storytelling mentor, she has guided over 200 clients to memoir, My Father Killed My Mother and Married My Aunt: Forgiving the Unforgivable, where she shares her proven three-step forgiveness process.

Recognized with the Hero of Forgiveness award and featured on FOX, CBS, and NPR, Brenda’s work isn’t just about storytelling—it’s about transformation. Join us as we explore her journey, her creative process, and her unshakable belief in the healing power of forgiveness. You don’t want to miss this conversation!

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Today, we’re honored to share the incredible journey of Susie Bell - a woman who has faced unimaginable challenges and come out stronger, wiser, and more determined to live life unapologetically.

Susie’s story begins in a devout Mormon household, rooted in faith and tradition. She married her high school sweetheart at just 20 years old, and together they built a life in Las Vegas, raising six children and weathering unimaginable heartbreak, including the loss of her youngest child at only five weeks old.

For years, Susie was the epitome of dedication - to her family, her church, and her career as a nurse. But when her world began to crumble during the opioid epidemic, Susie turned to an unexpected outlet: bodybuilding. What started as a distraction quickly became a passion, propelling her to national stages and magazine covers.

But life threw even more at Susie. A failing marriage, an affair, divorce, excommunication from her church, bankruptcy, and foreclosure could have easily broken her. Instead, Susie rebuilt herself from the ground up, earning her nurse practitioner degree, opening her own practice, and redefining what it means to live authentically.

Today, Susie’s journey is far from over. She’s faced heartbreak, setbacks, and reinvention in the dating world, all while learning what it means to truly be herself. Her story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and living life on her own terms.

Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and uplifted as we dive into Susie Bell’s journey of transformation on another amazing episode of Rule 42!

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Anna Jinja is a passionate advocate and storyteller who believes in the transformative power of sharing personal journeys. Adopted from Seoul, South Korea, and raised in Iowa by Norwegian parents, she has dedicated her life to creating spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and valued.

As the host of The Anna Jinja Show, Anna explores the rich, layered experiences surrounding adoption and belonging, inviting guests to open up about their stories and pairing these conversations with meaningful literary or musical pieces. Her show reflects her mission to affirm the worthiness of every individual and to foster a sense of home within the world.

Anna’s commitment to community and service runs deep, with a career spanning various nonprofit organizations, including Habitat for Humanity and Able Up Iowa, where she served as executive director. Now living in Athens, Ohio, Anna continues to inspire and uplift others, sharing life’s adventures alongside her husband, Pete, and their dog, Floyd.


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Our guest today on Rule 42 is Kim Davis – the host of the gripping true crime podcast – Slaycation. A mom, cancer survivor, dedicated crafter, and proud New Yorker with a passion for storytelling. Kim’s background is as diverse as it is impressive, with a history in performing arts that spans dance, theater, film, and publishing. But beyond her creative pursuits, she’s also made a significant impact as a social worker specializing in domestic violence, giving her a front-row seat to some of the darkest sides of human behavior.

Despite the heaviness of that work, Kim’s true passion lies in true crime. From her early days binge-watching First 48 and Forensic Files, she’s been fascinated by the genre, with a book collection that resembles a mini crime library. Though she sometimes wishes she’d become a crime scene investigator, Kim has instead poured her investigative energy into her own true crime podcast.

This podcast is a collaborative effort with her comedy writer husband, Adam, and longtime friend, Jerry. Kim meticulously researches each case, leading listeners through stories that captivate and horrify, all in a quest to understand the psychology behind true human evil. While that answer may still elude her, Kim’s enthusiasm and dedication make every episode an unforgettable experience.

Join us as we dive into Kim’s world—one filled with creativity, resilience, and a never-ending fascination with the mysteries of true crime.

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Today, we’re honored to host Jane Epstein, a powerful voice in the fight for awareness and healing around sibling sexual abuse and trauma. Jane’s journey is one of unimaginable resilience: after decades of silently coping with the lasting impacts of abuse by her older brother, she faced her pain head-on, breaking free from cycles of dissociation, self-destructive behavior, and despair. Through raw self-reflection, sobriety, and courage, she has reclaimed her life, her relationships, and her sense of self. Now, as the co-founder of IncestAWARE and 5WAVES.org, Jane advocates for survivors and works tirelessly to reshape how sibling sexual trauma is understood and addressed worldwide.

Her story—shared in her TEDx talk, memoir I Feel Real Guilty, and across platforms like People Magazine and FOX TV—reveals the transformative power of truth, healing, and connection. Today, Jane shares her journey, her advocacy work, and how she found peace and strength. We’re inspired and grateful to welcome Jane Epstein to Rule 42.

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