The AMPcast with Aliza Marie Prokop
Trauma isn’t a buzzword—it’s real, and for many, it resurfaces in everyday life. This podcast creates space to validate lived experiences, explore the impact of trauma, and walk alongside those navigating it. Through honest conversation and compassion, the goal is simple: help people feel seen, understood, and less alone.
Episodes
25 episodes
Episode 25-From Trauma to Triumph: Benny DiChiara's Journey of Healing, Faith, and Resilience
Fresh from her recent trip to the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, Aliza Prokop sits down with musician and speaker Benny DiChiara to discuss his journey from a devastating traumatic brain injury to a life marked by faith, healing, a...
Episode 24-The Father Wound: Healing the Impact of Fatherlessness with Sean Teis
In this powerful conversation, Aliza Prokop sits down with Sean Teis, founder of GodIsMyDad, to discuss the lasting impact of fatherlessness, father wounds, and the journey toward forgiveness and reconciliation. Drawing from his personal story ...
Episode 23-Hope for the Weary Soul: Mental Health and Christianity with Alex McFarland
Fresh from her recent trip to the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, Aliza Prokop sits down with apologist, author, and evangelist Alex McFarland to discuss the importance of developing a strong biblical worldview in today’s culture. D...
Episode 22-When Dads Listen: Creating Safety & Connection for Daughters with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield
From her recent trip to the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, Aliza Prokop is joined by Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield to discuss how dads can be more equipped to connect with their daughters. In this encouraging and practical conversat...
Episode 21-Miraculously Rescued: Camey Joy's Story of Survival and Redemption
Description: From the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, Aliza Prokop connects with Camey Joy, author of Beautifully Scarred, to discuss Camey’s journey of healing through trauma and faith. Born in the mounta...
Episode 20-Finding Hope in the Healing Journey with Cassandra Armstrong
From the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, Aliza Prokop sits down with Cassandra Armstrong, author of Growth in the Grief, to discuss the lasting impact of trauma and loss. Through deeply personal experiences...
Episode 19-Choose Freedom Today with Rose Ann Forte
From the NRB Convention in Nashville, TN, Aliza welcomes international bestselling author, addiction and behavior habits specialist, and creator of the Choose Freedom® Today program, Rose Ann Forte, to the show. Rose A...
Episode 18-UCB Ireland: Walking Through Trauma Together with Robbie Frawley and Dave Durbin
Trauma affects both the heart and mind in ways many people don’t see—and the church has a vital role in responding well. Robbie Frawley and Dave Durbin from UCB Ireland join Aliza for a conversation on suffering, resilience, and hope. They e...
Episode 17-Understanding Stress: What’s Really Happening Beneath the Surface with Gaylyn Williams
Stress isn’t just something that happens to us—it’s something that builds within us. In this episode, Aliza is joined by author, speaker, and President of Relationship Resources, Gaylyn Williams, for a deep conversation on what stress really...
Episode 16-From Broken to Called with Nick Vujicic
*This episode contains adult themes.“We don't know what God can do with broken pieces until you give Him those broken pieces.” -Nick Vujicic Joining Aliza today is Nick Vujicic—an entrepreneur, bestselling au...
Episode 15-From Fatherless to Found: Sean Teis’ Story
Fatherlessness is one of the most pressing issues facing our culture today, and its impact runs deep. In this episode, Aliza Prokop sits down with Sean Teis—pastor, author, and national speaker—who shares his powerful story of growing up wit...
Episode 14-Hope in the Middle of Crisis with Lynne Rienstra
Where is God in your crisis? Aliza Prokop sits down with Lynne Rienstra—author, speaker, and ministry leader—for a powerful conversation about finding your safe place in Him, even in the midst of deep pain. Lynne shares the lies she once bel...
Episode 13-Staying Connected as Your Kids Grow Up with Paige Clingenpeel (Part 2)
You can do your best as a parent and still wonder, did I do enough? Aliza welcomes back Paige Clingenpeel—therapist, minister, speaker, wife, and mom—for an honest and needed conversation about parenting into adulthood. Together, they unpack...
Episode 12-Parenting with Grace and Truth with Paige Clingenpeel (Part 1)
The goal isn’t perfect parenting—it’s healing and a lasting relationship. Aliza welcomes Paige Clingenpeel—therapist, minister, speaker, wife, and mom—for an honest conversation about the role of forgiveness in parent–adult child relationshi...
Episode 11-Understanding Trauma: How the Brain and Body Heal with Sharon K. Ball
Your trauma is not your fault—but your healing is your responsibility. In this episode, Aliza Prokop sits down with Sharon K. Ball—author, speaker, trauma-informed therapist, founder of 9Paths, and owner of Cereset® Franklin—to unpack what t...
Episode 10-When Parents Divorce: The Wounds That Follow Us Into Adulthood with Kent Darcie
In this special interview from NRB, Aliza Prokop sits down with Kent Darcie—author and founder of Adult Children of Divorce Ministries—to discuss the often-overlooked trauma people experience when their parents divorce, even later in life. K...
Episode 9-Protecting Our Families in the Age of Artificial Intelligence with Misty Phillip
In this special interview from NRB, Aliza Prokop sits down with Misty Phillip—best-selling author, faith leader, and technology executive—to explore the emotional and spiritual impact of artificial intelligence on our lives and families. Tog...
Episode 8-Building Capacity: Practical Steps for Healing the Nervous System with Tracey Lynn Russell
Aliza Prokop is once again joined by Tracey Lynn Russell. They explore why healing isn’t just mental—it’s deeply physiological. Together they unpack how the brain and nervous system work together in trauma, why many people stay stuck despite...
Episode 7-When Healing Slows You Down: Learning to Rebuild from the Bottom Up with Tracey Lynn Russell
Healing doesn’t start with striving, it starts with safety. Tracey Lynn Russell joins Aliza to share her powerful story of trauma, healing, and rebuilding life after a severe concussion changed everything. As an occupational therapist, traum...
Episode 6-Unfrozen: Life After the Ice Melts
What happens when trauma no longer runs your life? Aliza welcomes back a former client—“April”—at her request to share her journey through Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). April opens up about the hardest parts of the pr...
Episode 5-Unfrozen: From Trauma to Transformation
Aliza welcomes a former client—who we’ll call April—at her request to share her journey into counseling and the moment she realized it was time to seek help. April opens up about what led her there, the courage it took to take that first ste...
Episode 4-Let's Talk Trauma with Aliza Prokop and Producer Mike
What happens when trauma has nowhere to go? It doesn’t disappear—it shows up in our relationships, our work, our coping, and even the smallest everyday interactions. In this episode, Aliza sits down with her producer, Mike Segovia, to explor...
Episode 3-Supporting Trauma Survivors in Church Communities with Dr. Mark Mayfield (Part 2)
Churches want to help people with trauma—but good intentions don’t always lead to safe or healing spaces. In this episode, Aliza Prokop is joined once again by Dr. Mark Mayfield, licensed professional counselor, educator, former pastor, and ...
Episode 2-Understanding the Impact of Trauma in Church Communities with Dr. Mark Mayfield (Part 1)
Trauma doesn’t stay outside the church doors—it shows up in our pews, relationships, and leadership. In this episode, Aliza Prokop is joined by Dr. Mark Mayfield, licensed professional counselor, educator, former pastor, and award-winning au...