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Living Louder

Portia spent four and a half years of her life in federal prison and her life was transformed. This is an account of kindness, faith and enduring friendships discovered in federal prison. Her story is told with the passion and insight of one who lived it. Portia opens our eyes and hearts to the real challenges and struggles that people in prison face.

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00:53:45

Hope: Hold on - Pain Ends - Misti Lopez

Living Louder ·

2025/10/31

In this heartfelt episode of Living Louder, Misti shares her powerful journey of overcoming unimaginable trauma, addiction, and brokenness to find hope, faith, and true connection. From a childhood marked by abuse, family secrets, and abandonment, Misti takes us through the depths of her struggles—living homeless as a teenager, battling substance abuse, losing her children, and navigating toxic relationships. Her story is a raw and honest testament to resilience and the transformative power of

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01:00:37

Building Character Behind Bars - Ricky Zazueta

Living Louder ·

2025/10/24

Welcome to the Living Louder Podcast, where stories of resilience, transformation, and hope come to life. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ricky Zazueta, also known as Smash, a man whose life journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From growing up in the rough neighborhoods of San Diego in a family with a history of gang involvement and incarceration, to turning his life around through faith, education, and relentless self-improvement, Ricky’s story is a testament to the power of inner

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01:12:58

She Just Wouldn't Give Up - Sherry Moreno

Living Louder ·

2025/10/17

Join us on the Living Louder podcast as we delve into powerful stories of resilience, redemption, and transformation. In this episode, Sheri bravely shares her extraordinary journey from a childhood filled with trauma, addiction, and incarceration to finding hope and sobriety. Her story highlights the harsh realities faced by many who grow up in environments plagued by violence, substance abuse, and systemic challenges, yet also demonstrates the potential for healing and renewal through perseverance

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00:32:53

Ride or Die Friend - Lisa Bearnson

Living Louder ·

2025/10/10

Welcome to the Living Louder podcast, where stories of resilience, faith, and transformation take center stage. In this heartfelt episode, host Portia is joined by her lifelong friend and sister-in-spirit, Lisa Bernson, for a candid and inspiring conversation about life's greatest challenges and the power of authentic connection. From their serendipitous meeting in a church ward to navigating the complexities of incarceration, addiction, and personal growth, Lisa and Portia share their journey

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00:51:38

There's Got To Be More To Life Than This - Ed McGarr

Living Louder ·

2025/10/03

Join us for an inspiring and heartfelt episode of the Living Louder podcast, where faith, redemption, and personal transformation take center stage. In this conversation, Ed shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in Queens, New York, through years of addiction, reckless behavior, and feeling lost in life. His story takes a powerful turn when missionaries knock on his door, introducing him to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Ed’s experience of spiritual awakening and the life-changing

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01:20:29

Youth Golf Pro to Hawaii's Most Wanted - Kyle Quilausing

Living Louder ·

2025/09/24

Welcome to the Living Louder podcast, where stories of redemption, faith, and transformation come to life. In this powerful episode, our guest Kyle King shares his incredible journey from a talented young golf champion on Hawaii’s Big Island to a life of addiction, incarceration, and ultimately, salvation through Jesus Christ.Kyle opens up about his childhood, his passion for golf, and how his dreams of fame and success were derailed by arrogance and bad choices. He recounts harrowing experiences in

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00:23:53

My Mom Went to Prison - Jackson Louder

Living Louder ·

2025/09/19

In this heartfelt and impactful episode of the Living Ladder podcast, Mom sits down with her son Jackson and good friend Chad to share their personal stories of hardship, resilience, and growth. Mom reflects on her time in prison, the challenges it brought to her family, and how they navigated those difficult years together. Jackson opens up about what it was like growing up with a parent in the criminal justice system, feeling lonely, building walls to protect himself, and how those experiences

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00:29:18

Visiting Mom's Friend in Prison

Living Louder ·

2025/09/18

Welcome to the Living Louder podcast! In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Sage Bernson to share her inspiring journey through life's challenges, faith, and growth. Sage opens up about her childhood, describing it as “magical” and full of travel, culture, and gratitude, shaped by a unique family dynamic. She reflects on her experiences growing up in the LDS church, her time in college away from Utah, and how stepping into new environments helped her understand that people of all faiths

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00:14:38

The Power of Second Chances - Special Guest Stacee...

Living Louder ·

2025/09/05

In this powerful episode, Stacy and Chad dive into the importance of creating a second chances culture in the workplace. They share inspiring stories of individuals with criminal histories who have turned their lives around and emphasize why honesty, understanding, and open dialogue are crucial for both employers and job seekers. Discover how embracing second chances can transform your organization, foster compassion, and unlock incredible potential. Whether you're an HR professional, business

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00:42:09

When You’ve Been To Prison 11 Times

Living Louder ·

2025/08/29

Join us for an inspiring and powerful conversation with Manny Lopez, a man whose life journey spans childhood trauma, foster care, gang involvement, incarceration, addiction, and ultimately, transformation. In this episode of the Living Louder podcast, Manny openly shares his story of resilience, faith, forgiveness, and the importance of living with integrity. Discover how Manny turned his hardest moments into opportunities for growth and how his work in recovery and community outreach is changing

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00:31:22

My Journey Through Prison - Story Part 2

Living Louder ·

2025/08/22

In this heartfelt episode, Portia Louder shares her powerful story of incarceration, healing, and personal growth. From her early years and the challenges that led her to prison, to her experiences in multiple facilities across the country, Portia opens up about the struggles, hope, and unexpected lessons she learned along the way.Discover how she found connection, purpose, and faith in the most unlikely of places—prison. Portia discusses the importance of believing in others, leadership, and the

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00:27:09

When My Mom Went to Prison

Living Louder ·

2025/08/15

In this heartfelt episode of the Living Louder podcast, Portia Louder sits down with her oldest daughter, Shelby, to share an honest and emotional conversation about overcoming the challenges of a family impacted by addiction and incarceration. Shelby reflects on growing up in a complicated family dynamic, her resilience, and the strength it took to navigate her mother's journey through prison and recovery.Together, they discuss vulnerability, forgiveness, and the importance of supporting loved

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00:55:13

When Your Wife Goes to Prison

Living Louder ·

2025/08/15

This episode provides a candid, deeply personal account of the challenges, failures, and enduring love that sustained Portia and Chad Louder through addiction, financial disaster, criminal prosecution, imprisonment, and the long, difficult process of family reunification and restoration. Both the specifics of their choices and the universal themes of forgiveness, perseverance, and faith are explored in detail, serving as both testimony and encouragement to others facing overwhelming odds.

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00:48:25

What's it Like When Your Sister Goes to Prison?

Living Louder ·

2025/08/15

Kira Webb is my little sister. We discuss all things growing up in our crazy, fun, unstructured home. The question about what it's like to have your sister go to prison comes up. #prison #weird #sister #crazy #cat #fbi #realestate #fraud

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00:25:52

My Journey into Prison

Living Louder ·

2025/08/15

Portia Louder is a motivational speaker and author. Yes, also an ex-con who served five years in federal prison. Portia gets real, speaking about her real life and how all of these hard experiences have taught her how to live. "I get to choose my own ending, it's going to be great," she says. Nothing is going to stop her now. #prison #fbi #federalprison #banks #fraud #livinglouder #portialouder #truecrime #redemption #comebackstory

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48:25

What's it Like When Your Sister Goes to Prison?

Living Louder ·

2025/08/08

Kira Webb is my little sister. We discuss all things growing up in our crazy, fun, unstructured home. The question about what it's like to have your sister go to prison comes up. #prison #weird #sister #crazy #cat #fbi #realestate #fraud

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25:52

My Journey to Prison

Living Louder ·

2025/08/05

Portia Louder is a motivational speaker and author. Yes, also an ex-con who served five years in federal prison. Portia gets real, speaking about her real life and how all of these hard experiences have taught her how to live. "I get to choose my own ending, it's going to be great," she says. Nothing is going to stop her now. #prison #fbi #federalprison #banks #fraud #livinglouder #portialouder #truecrime #redemption #comebackstory

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