Breaking Bullying

09/18/2025

This week, we’re joined by Teen Leadership Coach Lorraine Connell, host of Leaders of Today: From Teens to Titans Podcast. We dive into the concept of “Zones of Comfort” and explore whether helping kids fit in is truly important in today’s world.
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09/08/2025

09/04/2025

💪 From adversity to innovation! In this episode, we share the inspiring story of Karen Rodriguez, a stage 4 breast cancer survivor, and her family. When doctors told her she couldn’t do lower-body workouts, her husband, Marco, designed the Pure Steel ab roller to help her stay strong. With the help of their daughters, they turned it into a family business that empowers cancer survivors and fitness lovers alike.

✨ Tune in to hear their story of perseverance, family unity, and strength through struggle!

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08/22/2025

Join us this week as we chat with Casey McQuillen, a former American Idol contestant and renowned international artist. Casey's uplifting music and impactful anti-bullying efforts have resonated across schools in the US and UK.

Discover Casey's journey from battling insecurities and bullying to becoming a confident pop star. Through personal stories and reflections on her American Idol experience, she shares insights on taking risks and embracing imperfections. Don't miss this inspiring discussion on self-worth and resilience!

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08/08/2025

This week, we’re joined by Jason Brick, author of Safest Family on the Block. We dive into how bullying has evolved from the playground to the palm of our hands, and how society often fuels its growth.

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07/24/2025

This week, we welcome community advocate and active School Board Member, Elizabeth Hanke. Elizabeth shares the story of how a Photoshopped Facebook status was manipulated to look like a comment on a local school's Facebook post, falsely smearing her as a racist. She opens up about the emotional toll of going through this ordeal, and as a bonus, offers practical tips on how parents can advocate for their children when they experience bullying in schools from a school board member's point of view.

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07/11/2025

On the next episode of Breaking Bullying, I’ll share the untold story of how I became a candidate for the Mankato School Board. I obtained screenshots, text messages from elected officials, and emails that help share our side of the story. Don’t miss it!

07/10/2025

In this episode, we’re joined by Mark White, author of the interactive children’s book series There Are Bullies in This Book!
Mark will share how his own experiences inspired him to write these books to help kids.

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06/12/2025

This week, we talk to Jackie Ducci of the Human-Animal Alliance. Jackie faced bullying not from classmates, but from school staff who dismissed her for being quiet. This led to anxiety and isolation until she found healing through animals, whose unconditional presence gave her the safety, acceptance, and worth she needed.

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06/04/2025

We welcome talents from Netflix, American Idol, and our dear friends. We're keeping the summer hot with amazing guests on our podcast! Here's a sneak peek of what's to come!

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05/29/2025

Star Stone, also known as Erin, from Jubilee's YouTube show, 6 Vegans and 1 Meat Eater, returns to discuss the experience of social media influencers and media companies exploiting cyberbullying for their own gain, turning her pain into content.

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05/15/2025

Is forgiveness always deserved? Are there situations where it just can't be given?

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