Overcoming Adversity

The Overcoming Adversity podcast discusses all things and people who have looked in the face of struggle and have come out on the other side.

Overcoming Adversity is a education podcast hosted by Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, with 69 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias hosts Overcoming Adversity, a education show with 69 episodes published.

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  Overcoming Adversity

  S3: EP 17 - You Do You with Grit and Grace

  Aug 5, 202533 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, we’re turning the mic around and spotlighting the powerhouse behind our own production - Janine Stella of StellaMix Studios. We’re talking podcasting, social media, and what it really takes to show up, be seen, and stay consistent when the haters come calling.</p><p>We get real about the hustle behind visibility, the difference between passion and profit, and why starting a podcast is more than just plugging in a mic - it’s about purpose, vulnerability, and owning your voice. From our humble beginnings to building brands with integrity, we explor...

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  S3: EP 16 - What We Really Do and Why It Works

  Jul 29, 202520 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, we’re pulling back the curtain on what we actually do at Next Level Recovery Associates. From case management and companioning to interventions and aftercare, we break down the heart of our work—and how it goes far beyond the basics. Whether you're navigating mental health, substance use, eating disorders, or simply feeling stuck, we share how our approach is creative, non-judgmental, and deeply individualized.</p><p>We also reflect on how far we've come since launching the podcast, the importance of building trust, and why it's okay to not have it all figu...

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  S3: EP 15 - Sex, Shame & Survival: Reclaiming Pleasure as a Radical Act of Healing

  Jul 24, 202532 minS0

  <p>In one of our most powerful conversations yet, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with psychologist and certified sex therapist Dr. Rachel Needle to unpack the intersections of trauma, shame, intimacy, and resilience. From childhood abuse to substance use, from body detachment to rediscovering desire, we explore how reclaiming your sexuality isn’t indulgent—it’s essential. Dr. Needle shares her personal journey, her clinical expertise, and the emotional truths behind what it means to feel safe in your skin again.</p><p>We break down the stigma sex therapists face, the myths surrounding porn and pleasure, and why so...

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  S3: EP 14 - Behind the Brand: Yasmin Cuesta on Showing Up and Standing Out in Behavioral Health

  Jul 15, 202522 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias are joined by Yasmin Cuesta, the founder and owner of Y&S Digital Growth, a boutique digital marketing agency based in South Florida and the creative behind Next Level Recovery Associates and Amanda's digital marketing efforts.</p><p>Yasmin brings a unique blend of analytical thinking and creative strategy to her work, specializing in social media marketing for the behavioral health industry and beyond. Over the past several years, Yasmin has developed a reputation for helping behavioral health professionals and treatment centers build trust and authentic connections online. </p...

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  S3: EP 13 - Merik’s Legacy: A Son’s Heart, A Mother’s Journey

  Jul 8, 202512 minS0

  <p>In this deeply personal episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino is joined by her 19-year-old son, Merik, for a rare and raw conversation about growing up, healing generational trauma, and finding your purpose in helping others. From EMT training to future goals in firefighting and intervention, Merik opens up about his quiet strength, his simple truth, and the love that shaped him. With warmth, humor, and a few ball-busting moments, Amanda and Sarah reflect on how one son’s steady presence helped spark a mother’s transformation—and how their journey together continues to evolve.</p><p>A touching look a...

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