Her Brave Story Podcast
Conversations that spark courage, heal, and celebrate the brave in every woman — because women’s stories matter. Welcome to Her Brave Story Podcast, where women come to connect, rise, and create the lives they love and deserve. I’m Chrystal Dawn — saltwater mama, woman-centered life coach, storyteller, and creative. After rebuilding my life from the ashes as a single mama and entrepreneur, I now guide women to reconnect with their worth, trust themselves again, and step into more freedom, ease, and joy — while living in alignment with who they truly are, and having fun along the way. Because play, pleasure, and purpose all belong in our stories. This podcast is for women ready to rise — even if it’s messy. For the ones starting over, stepping into something new, or quietly craving more. More courage. More freedom. More ease. And a life that actually feels like theirs. Each week, you’ll hear heartfelt conversations with artists, adventurers, entrepreneurs, and everyday changemakers — women in the arena of life who have taken their struggles and shaped them into powerful turning points, now living life on their own terms. We’ll share stories, insights, and tools to help you reconnect with your voice, your vision, and your passions. This is a space to soften without losing your strength. To normalize the messy process of becoming. And to nurture the sisterhood we all need along the way. New episodes every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and HerBraveStoryPodcast.com — where you’ll find special discounts from our partners, free resources, show notes, and more. Come join our circle — your story matters here. And always — remember, you’re worth it. Thrive on, brave soul.
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17 hours ago
17 hours ago
When life asks you to begin again, where do you find your strength? In this inspiring episode, Aboriginal artist Taminga Connell shares how she became unbreakable—reconnecting with Country, creativity, and self-worth. From overcoming hardship and the legacy of the Stolen Generation to having her artwork featured on helicopters, her story is one of healing, unity, and hope. If you’re craving courage or a fresh start—this one’s for you.
Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
In this special reflection episode, you'll get a taste of the first 10 conversations on Her Brave Story—stories of women rising through divorce, loss, healing, motherhood, and starting over.
Each episode holds a powerful lesson in courage, creativity, and becoming. If you’re navigating change or craving real, soulful stories to guide your next chapter—this is for you.
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
What if facing death could teach us to live with more courage, connection, and meaning?Zenith Virago — Deathwalker, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Natural Death Care Centre shares profound lessons on death, grief, ceremony, love, and living with purpose. A conversation about endings — that’s really about living with purpose, freedom and joy.
Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Saturday Jun 07, 2025
When lifelong surfer Kaiulani Cole was attacked by a shark in her home waters of Maui, everything changed. In this powerful episode, she shares the raw story of survival — and what it taught her about intuition, healing, community, and saying yes to life. This isn’t just about a shark attack. It’s about the sacred work of coming home to yourself.
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
What if you’re not behind—but right on time?This is a real-time reflection for the woman who’s starting again. It’s tender, messy, and true—because sometimes your breakthrough begins in the middle. Recorded in my living room, with my son bouncing around beside me, it’s a gentle reminder: becoming doesn’t wait for perfect. Momentum begins right where you are—with one quiet choice to show up anyway.
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Her son changed overnight—and no one believed her.
What followed was years of misdiagnosis, medical gaslighting, and quiet resilience. Jennifer used her voice to hold her family together—and discovered that storytelling could heal. Now, as a storytelling strategist, she helps others reclaim their voice and rise. This is a journey from being made invisible to helping others be seen.
Sunday May 11, 2025
Sunday May 11, 2025
Alone with a newborn and a vintage caravan, Chrystal’s first Mother’s Day didn’t look anything like she imagined—but it became the start of something brave. This raw and reflective episode shares her real story of heartbreak, healing, and hope—plus gentle prompts to help you process your own journey, honor your mother (or yourself), and take your next brave step.
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
Katie Stephenson joins Chrystal Dawn on Her Brave Story Podcast to share the story behind Perfectly Imperfect—a picture book born from a poem, created alongside her children, and brought to life through self-publishing. This is a raw, heart-led conversation on motherhood, creativity, perfectionism, and taking brave, imperfect steps toward your dreams.
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Chrystal Dawn kicks off Her Brave Story Podcast-LIVE with her high school bestie, Brittany Farmer. From tech chaos and 25-minute delays to belly laughs and breakdowns, they talk starting over, motherhood, healing, and what really happened on Temptation Island. It’s raw, real, and proof you don’t have to have it all together to begin.
Saturday Apr 19, 2025
Saturday Apr 19, 2025
She left a 25-year career to follow a deeper calling. In this inspiring episode, Vicki Schaefer shares how Little Wise One was born, how she learned to trust her inner voice, and what it takes to create a life of mindfulness, purpose, and heartfelt impact—from the inside out.