Healing Out Loud Podcast

Healing Out Loud | Michelle Cordova | Ep 005| Surpasing Traum, building a healthy life

In this powerful and heart-opening episode, MichelleCordova sits down with the inspiring Denise Salcedo — a woman who has turnedher pain into purpose. Denise opens up about her personal journey throughtrauma, breaking toxic cycles, learning to surrender, and discovering thebeauty of putting herself first. Together, Michelle and Denise dive deep into whathealing actually looks like — the messy parts, the breakthroughs, andthe lifelong impact of choosing not to stay stuck in hurt. They also explorelove after trauma and the importance of self-awareness in relationships. If you’re navigating your own healing journey orsimply craving a reminder that transformation is possible… thisconversation is for you.

Healing Out Loud | Michelle Cordova | Ep 004

In this heartfelt episode of Healing Out Loud,Michelle Cordova sits down with her daughter, Harley, for a powerful and honestconversation about what it was like to navigate Michelle’s divorce when Harleywas just a child. Together, they open up about the pain, the confusion,and—most importantly—the healing that came from facing their emotions as afamily. Through tears, laughter, and reflection, Michelle and Harley share howtheir bond grew stronger and how healing isn’t about perfection—it’s aboutshowing up with love.

Love's Enduring Path| Michelle Cordova | Ep 003

Alzheimer's may erase the details, but it cannot erase the feeling. In this heartfelt episode of our podcast, I sit down with my mother for a conversation that explores not just the events of her life, but the emotional legacy she has built. We talk about her partners, motherhood, the moments that defined her spirit, and how, beyond the memories the disease takes, one unshakable truth remains: her immense love for her family. A raw and hopeful testimony.

Healed and Whole| Michelle Cordova | Ep 002

In this episode, I open up about a dark chapter—when alcohol had a hold on my life. I share how it affected my family, my work, and my sense of self. But more importantly, how drawing closer to God led me to healing, restoration, and a renewed sense of purpose. A real story of struggle, redemption, and faith.

Welcome to the journey | Michelle Cordova | Ep 001

In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Michelle Cordova is joined by guest Margo Baca as they open up about one of life’s most challenging and emotional journeys: caring for a mother with Alzheimer’s. Together, they share their raw experiences—the grief, the guilt, the moments of unexpected joy, and the unrelenting love that keeps them going. Michelle and Margo discuss the emotional toll of watching a parent slowly slip away, the physical and mental demands of caregiving, and the isolation that can come with it. But this conversation is also one of strength and sisterhood, as they offer wisdom, compassion, and hard-earned insight forothers walking the same path. Whether you're a caregiver, a family member, or someone seeking to understand the Alzheimer’s journey, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing is possible—even when life feels impossibly heavy. 00:00 – Intro 00:47 – Introduction 01:47 – Margo tells the story of her mother 02:15 – Margo shares how she managed to deal with her mother’s condition 03:34 – What healing really means 07:52 – Michelle opens up about dealing with her mother’s Alzheimer 10:50 – Michelle reflects about how her situation made her bond with Margo 12:15– Margo talks about the complexity of being patient 14:03 – Michelle explains the dynamic with his mother 21:00 – Margo talks about how it was growing up with his mother 27:00 – Michelle talks about her mother’s life 31:55 – Michelle talks about her first fight as a kid 31:55 – Michelle talks about how she wants a better life for her mother 37:15 – A final message