Celebrating This Journey

Celebrating all of the things the podcast has been doing and answering some questions.

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Transcript

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She didn't know, but she's rising strong because the life wasn't yours, you belong. She didn't know. She didn't know.

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Welcome back to She Didn't Know Wednesdays with your girl Ash. I just want to take some time just to say thank you. When I started this journey, I'll be honest, I didn't know what to expect. From all the support and messages I have received from people I know and those that I don't, I really appreciate all of the kind words. Who knew within a few short months I would be talking with ladies not just in the States but worldwide? When I tell y'all these ladies have been just down to earth and so easy to talk to, not really sure what I expected, but it's been it's been very pleasant so far, and I can't wait to talk to so many more. I'm getting to meet ladies from all walks of life, and I'm glad they are feeling comfortable enough to share their story on my podcast. There were a few who chose my podcast as their first appearance, so I want to say thank you for feeling comfortable enough to start sharing your story, and I hope you continue to tell it. I didn't realize how some of these stories would affect me. I recorded an episode yesterday that will air in June, but she was in a very abusive relationship, and she'll have to tell it. But let's just say her husband is currently in jail right now, charged with attempted murder for trying to kill her. I was in tears as she was telling her story. The emotion and I think some of the similarities and situation where you kind of think is at the end. You think you're about to die, and you are here by the grace of God. So we are survivors and we will continue to tell our stories. I cannot wait to see where this podcast goes next. And I'm glad you're all coming on this ride with me. I have been receiving some questions, so I'll go ahead and answer those. Okay, let's get in some questions. I heard people have to pay to be a guest on a podcast. Do you have to pay to be on yours? No, you do not. I want to provide an open platform for everyone to be able to tell their story. So I'm not gonna charge you to get your word or your truth or anything out there. What made you want to get into podcasting? So I have a friend when she first heard about the story of, you know, finding out I was dating a married man, she has been telling me over the years I need to share my story. She mentioned a book a long time ago, but I really never thought about it. Um, and then I have another friend who has a podcast, and you know, I will listen to his podcast, and it seemed like, you know, it's fun. I'll say fun. And so I was like, well, let me try the podcast and then see how I feel about it. And once I started, I haven't stopped. I feel like my voice is being heard, and so many people be heard on my podcast. So that's kind of what made me start it mentioning that. Um, so I had a guest on one of my podcasts. Um, I think it was a couple weeks ago. Anyway, so she actually owns a publishing company. So after the episode, we talked about it and she wants to help me write a book. So that will probably be my next venture. Um, I'm trying to jot down ideas right now, but yeah, she wants to help me write a book. So that's pretty cool. What kind of impact do you feel like your podcast is having? I feel like with the ladies telling their stories, they are able to reach women who might be in a similar situation, who might need that encouragement just to leave. Once they hear these stories, it might be like, okay, I have the courage and the strength to leave. So I feel like it's giving people, I'll say knowledge and understanding. Are you going to share more of your story? I do plan on sharing more of my story, but right now I guess I've been more focused on letting other ladies tell their stories, but I do plan on telling more of my story. Have you gotten to meet any of your guests in person? I have not. But I think that would be a pretty cool idea. Um, I would like to work on something where I would be able to maybe interview multiple people at the same time in person. So I've definitely been thinking about that. I know you said you aren't close to your dad, but what does your mom think about what you have shared on your podcast? My mom, I'll say probably was shocked. Uh, I know she's cried a couple times. Since she didn't know all of this, because I kept it all to myself, um, it's kind of just a shock hearing it. And I think she wished that I would have told her before. Do you think your podcast only shows men in a bad light? I do not. I do know there are good guys out there, but the ones that we are talking about, they did this to themselves by doing the actions that they did. So if they didn't do that, then we wouldn't be talking about them. What is one thing you have learned from your guest stories? I would say strength. Um one thing I hear a lot from them the first time he hits you, leave. So if you're someone in that situation, the first time he hits you, please leave. It does not get any better. I was debating on reading this or not. So my friend, she had sent me a message, and when I read it, I cried. Um so I think I will read it, but I really appreciate the words. So it says, Hey friend, I've been binging your podcast episodes, and I want to tell you how incredibly proud I am of you. Sharing your story the way you do takes so much courage, and it's so clear that God is using your obedience and openness in such a beautiful way. Your honesty and willingness to be vulnerable honestly blew me away. I know that kind of transparency isn't easy, and the fact that you do it anyway says so much about your strength. I know God is going to use your words to reach hearts, bring healing, and remind people they're not alone. I just hope you know how special your voice is and how meaningful what you're doing truly is. Thank you for continuing to say yes and letting God work through the way you do. I'm so grateful to call you my friend. Always cheering you on, Keisha. So that's my uh friend. I've been knowing her for over 20 years, and she is very, very amazing. I love her so much. So my daughter has been asking to be on the podcast. So I let her record a short message. But let me tell you about my daughter. When I tell you, my daughter is my number one cheerleader. When I started my trash business, she is right there with me. I made a little company shirt. We were passing out flyers. When I started my dispatching company, her and my mom, we went to different truck stops handing out goodie bags. When I started my notary business, she is right there. We went to like senior living and assistant living, and we were passing out cars and all the grandmas and grandpas, they just they were just so in love with her. So let me tell you, she is my world, she is my rock. I just love her so much, and this is the message that she recorded for y'all.

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I love you, SDK Friends. See you in the next Wednesday.

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And with that, SDK family, thank you for tuning in. If you want to reach me, she didn't know podcast at gmail.com. And I will see you guys next Wednesday.

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Y'all. That's the end. If you felt this one, hit share, tell a friend. Thanks for riding with me. Every take, every gen. See you next Wednesday, SDK fam. See you next Wednesday, locking again. Ash on your air with talking to my friends. Thank you for listening. See you next Wednesday, SDK fam.