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Send us Fan Mail Jess talks with fellow Gold Star sister Sarah Hudson, who lost her brother Troy in Iraq in 2006. They discuss finding identity beyond grief, Sarah's service to veterans, an emotional visit to Nederland...
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Sparking the Torch
Hosted by Jess · society · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Igniting conversations that inspire. Weekly interviewees will discuss what they've overcome and how they've been transformed with purpose. Let’s take being the light one step further and start a BLAZE!!! A beacon for curious minds. Welcome to the pod SPARKLERS :)
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What is Sparking the Torch about?
Igniting conversations that inspire. Weekly interviewees will discuss what they've overcome and how they've been transformed with purpose. Let’s take being the light one step further and start a BLAZE!!! A beacon for curious minds. Welcome to the pod SPARKLERS:)
Who hosts Sparking the Torch?
Sparking the Torch is hosted by Jess. The show has published 16 episodes to date.
What has Sparking the Torch covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Ep. 16 Sarah - Gold Star Sister, Patriotism and VSOs" (8 September 2026, 48 minutes), "Ep. 15 - Willow - Neurodiverse Kids & The Spiritual Gift of Long Suffering" (28 May 2026, 34 minutes), and "Episode 14 - Ethan - Disenfranchised Grief / Loss / Living Authentically" (10 May 2026, 45 minutes).
How often does Sparking the Torch publish?
Sparking the Torch publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 16 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Sparking the Torch?
Booking probability for Sparking the Torch is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Sparking the Torch requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Sparking the Torch's contact route on record: public web form.
About the host
Jess hosts Sparking the Torch, a society podcast with 16 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #15
Ep. 15 - Willow - Neurodiverse Kids & The Spiritual Gift of Long Suffering
May 28, 202634 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p><b>** CONTENT WARNING** This episode discusses losing a loved one to suicide. If that content impacts, you today, please skip this episode. If you or a loved one is struggling, please dial 988...
May 10, 202645 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week we interview thirty-six-year-old Digital Management Professional from Alpharetta, Georgia. Ethan offers a candid account of losing a cousin to miliary suicide and actively sorting...
Episode #14
Episode 14 - Ethan - Disenfranchised Grief / Loss / Living Authentically
May 8, 202644 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week we interview thirty-six-year-old Digital Management Professional Ethan from Alpharetta, GA. Ethan offers a candid experience of losing a cousin to military suicide and actively...
Episode #13
Episode 13: Going Solo - Who I am/What I'm Hoping to Do/How we Got Here
Apr 30, 202642 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week we do something different I answer questions from friends that may help you better as an audience understand my perspective. We are all part of something incredible here and I can't...
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- Apr 20, 202645 minS1
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Gold Star spouse Deanna Phillips became a widow on March 5, 2010, when her beloved husband, Michael Phillips, a US Air Force veteran, lost his battle with service-connected cancer. The grief...
Episode #11
Episode 11 - JessicaRose - Caregiving, Loss and Legacy
Apr 12, 202630 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Jessica-Rose Johnson is a woman of accomplishment. She is a Marine Corps veteran, 8-time Warrior Games Medalist, keynote speaker, and a well of optimism. Her reach is expansive including anyone...
Episode #10
Episode 10 - Mark - DUI, Loss, and Post-Traumatic Growth
Apr 5, 202646 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week's episode we touch in with an old friend, Mark O'Brien. Mark currently lives in Lutherville, Maryland with his lovingly transparent family, wife Maria, three kids, and pup Otis. He is...
Episode #9
Episode 9 - Tristen - Veteran Suicide Loss, Family Legacy and Mission 22
Mar 29, 202641 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Before we introduce our esteemed guest, I want to let you know that today's episode touches on themes of post-traumatic stress, Agent Orange, the Vietnam War, and suicide. If that feels too...
Episode #7
Episode 7 - Lucia - Motherhood, Dyslexia, and Advocacy
Mar 22, 202651 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Today I talk to Lucia in OKC about motherhood, dyslexia, and advocacy. </p><p><br/></p><p>**This week's episode briefly touches on adolescent suicidal ideation, please contact 988, as suicide...
Episode #8
Episode 8 - Laura - Apraxia and Bipolar Disorder
Mar 22, 202635 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>According to the DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) 21.4 million US adults will exhibit a mood disorder at some point in their life.</p><p><br/></p><p>In this week's episode we talk...
Episode #5
Episode 5 - Colleen - Addiction, Grief, and Somatic Yoga
Mar 15, 202639 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week's guest shares a glimpse of her wisdom. Colleen left her trucker hats and mini-skorts to embrace sobriety, healing and welcome in love. After the death of her partner, she chose to...
Episode #6
Episode 6 - Dr Qwynn Galloway-Salazar - Grieving / Death Doula / Military Suicide Loss
Mar 15, 202634 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Dr. Qwynn Galloway-Salazar PhD is an Army Veteran, End-of-Life Doula, a USA Today's 2024 Women of the Year, Founder of<b> In Their Honor LLC,</b> and creator of the course <b>Caring for...
Episode #4
Episode 4 - Ashley - Apraxia, Sexual Abuse and Mental Health Crisis
Mar 8, 202631 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week's episode talks about living through the trauma of childhood sexual abuse and Ashley's manifestations in adulthood that led to a hospitalization from fear of possible danger. Our...
Episode #3
Episode 3 - Jared - Faith/Rural America/Mental Health
Feb 26, 202637 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Rural areas have 20% fewer primary care providers than urban areas. Accessibility plus harmful reasoning regarding character flaws or cultural weakness contribute to stigma in communities...
Episode #2
Episode 2 - Aaron - Spouse Loss/Military Transition
Feb 26, 202641 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Military/veteran suicide is thought to affect 22 people a day in the US. I'd argue it's at least double. Research shows the most effective healing is when survivor's get the opportunity to...
Episode #1
Episode 1 - Gina - Infant Loss/Job Loss
Feb 25, 202635 minS1<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>How do you exist after the worst thing happens to you? This week meet Gina a married mom of three from Maryland that lost her oldest fourteen years ago on her due date. Don't let the heaviness...
Recent guests
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Jessica-Rose Johnson
Marine Corps veteran and business owner, Marine Corps
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Mark O'Brien
founder and principal of O’Brien Communications Group, Carlow Educate Together
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Mark O'Brien
founder and principal of O’Brien Communications Group, Bodyslam Wrestling, Irish Wrestling Entertainment
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Dr. Qwynn Galloway-Salazar
Army Veteran, End-of-Life Doula, USA Today’s 2024 Women of the Year, Creator of Caring for Life, Founder of In Their Honor LLC, In Their Honor, LLC
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