Ep. 694 - "Empowering Stories: Veterans Judith Levisy & Yolanda D. Smith on Their Life Journeys"

America's Heroes Group

In this month's episode of Stage Black, hosts Daphne "Dee" Wright and Latia Suttle welcome U.S. Army veterans Judith Levisy and Yolanda Denise Smith. Judith shares her inspiring journey as a survivor of the foster care system and discusses her powerful book, Adopted Return Unwanted. Yolanda, a speaker and author of No, Satan. Not This Time, discusses her experiences and insights on overcoming challenges, saying no, and embracing new opportunities. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that highlights resilience, empowerment, and the importance of sharing our stories.Topics Covered:Introduction to Judith Levisy and Yolanda Denise SmithJudith’s experiences growing up in the foster care systemThe inspiration behind Judith’s book Adopted Return UnwantedYolanda’s journey through divorce and self-empowermentKey themes from Yolanda’s book No, Satan. Not This TimeThe importance of storytelling for healing and connectionDiscussion on the impact of military service on personal journeysEncouragement for veterans and others facing challenges