Known Through Connection

09/11/2025

Every once in a while, you meet someone who reminds you what it means to live with integrity, faith, and love.

That’s Tim Collins.

In Episode 7 of Known Through Connection, TC shares how pain shaped his strength, how faith grounds his identity, and why he treats every relationship as a gift. His story is timely, inspiring, and so worth listening to.

High character. High quality. High values. That’s TC.

Episode coming soon. You won’t want to miss this one.

08/07/2025

Upcoming Guest: Alexis Maust 🎙️

We’re honored to welcome Alexis Maust to Known Through Connection.

Her story is one of resilience, gratitude, and the power of community. When her family home burned down on her birthday, she chose to remain rooted in faith, embrace the love surrounding her, and walk forward with hope.

We will be recording this conversation in the coming days. It is a story worth sitting with. It may also change how you think about loss, love, and starting again.

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07/24/2025

𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗮𝗻. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵-𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵.

What does it take to rebuild after the moments that nearly break us? In our next episode, I sit down with Rebekah Bradford, Olympic speed skater, business leader, and resilience expert, who knows firsthand what it means to rise again.

Rebekah shares her journey through the highs and heartbreaks of Olympic sport, the role of faith in her toughest seasons, and the slow, steady process of finding strength through setbacks.

This conversation isn’t just about medals or achievements. It is about the in-between moments, the doubts, and the growth that shapes who we become.

If you have ever faced a setback, felt the pressure to reinvent yourself, or needed a reminder that your story isn’t over, this episode is for you.

🎧 Watch or listen on your favorite platform: https://link.knownthroughconnection.com/

👇 What’s one way you have rebuilt or found strength through setbacks? Drop your story or a question for Rebekah below.

07/11/2025

07/07/2025

Meet Kelli Foreman, Alaska’s “Barn Boss,” digital community builder, and living example of joy-filled resilience.

From running Kodiak’s only goat dairy farm to inspiring over 150,000 people online, Kelli’s story blends everyday grit, playful spirit, and genuine connection. She has faced barn fires, major surgeries, and countless challenges. Yet, she continues to show up for her family, her animals, and her ever-growing online community with contagious positivity and humor.

On the next episode of Known Through Connection, Kelli shares the real stories behind the posts, what it means to build an authentic tribe, and how she keeps choosing joy, even on the hardest days.

Listen in to be inspired by:
• How she built a loyal, uplifting online community from Kodiak Island
• What resilience really looks like, both on and off the farm

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a fellow dreamer, or just need a dose of hope, you’ll love this one.

Who in your life brings you joy and resilience? Tag them or share below!

06/29/2025

🌊 New Episode Out Now! 🌊

Even Mermaids Get Leukemia: Hannah Soderstrom’s Story of Resilience

What happens when the unthinkable happens at 13 years old? Hannah Soderstrom shares her honest, courageous journey from childhood leukemia diagnosis to survivor, advocate, and founder of Even Mermaids Get Leukemia.

In this episode, we talk about:
• Facing fear and finding hope during treatment
• The power of family, friendship, and music (Taylor Swift fans, you’ll relate!)
• Why giving blood is more important than you think
• How Hannah is helping kids rediscover joy after cancer

Hannah’s story is a reminder that resilience isn’t about pretending everything’s okay—it’s about letting people in, finding support, and using your story to lift others.

💛 Listen & connect here:
https://link.knownthroughconnection.com/

🧜‍♀️ Connect with Hannah herself at Even Mermaids get Leukemia

If this conversation encourages you, or you know someone who needs a little hope, please share this post or tag a friend. Your presence matters.

06/27/2025

🎙️ COMING SOON - A conversation with Hannah Soderstrom, who shares the moment her life changed with unexpected words:

“You have acute lymphoblastic leukemia.”

In this clip, she recalls walking into the hospital thinking it might be mono… only to be surrounded by doctors and given a diagnosis she didn’t yet understand.

“I was only in eighth grade.”

This is the beginning of a story that’s honest, emotional, and full of unexpected strength.

Full episode coming soon on Known Through Connection.

06/27/2025

🎙️ Coming Soon - A conversation with Hannah Soderstrom, who faced Leukemia as a teenager with honesty and resilience.

In this clip, she answers a question: “Was it painful?”

Her response is clear - from her perspective, it was the most painful experience a person can endure.

This moment offers a glimpse into the depth of her journey.

Full episode coming soon on Known Through Connection.

06/22/2025

🎙️ Upcoming Guest: Hannah Scotlyn Soderstrom

Some people shine not because life has been easy, but because they’ve chosen to keep showing up with purpose, grace, and grit.

Hannah is one of those people.

Founder. Advocate. Cancer survivor. Her story is layered with strength and softness, and I can’t wait for you to hear what she’s walking through - and walking toward.

☀️ Known Through Connection isn’t about platform. It’s about presence. And Hannah brings it.

Episode coming soon.