Rise, Heal, and Grow Podcast with
Leah M. Hill

In this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with award-winning author and journalist Lisa Braxton, whose work spans newspapers, television, radio, and now acclaimed books. Lisa is the author of The Talking Drum and her memoir Dancing Between the Raindrops, both of which have earned national recognition and deeply resonated with readers. She shares her journey from childhood bookworm to newsroom reporter, to writing to process grief and celebrate life. Leah and Lisa explore the power of storytelling to heal, the courage to follow creative callings, and what it means to honor both personal truth and community through the written word.

On this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill welcomes Áine Greaney, an Irish-born writer, teacher, and advocate for using words as a path to wellness and authenticity. From her early days writing as a quiet refuge in convent school to publishing five books and teaching writing in both creative and healthcare settings, Áine has devoted her life to exploring the healing power of story. She shares how writing became her bridge from introversion to self-expression, how it empowers her students to process illness, grief, and transformation, and why celebrating our authentic selves is at the heart of her work. Join Leah and Áine for a conversation that inspires creativity, resilience, and the courage to write our way toward healing and growth.

In this heart-opening episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with Patti Anastasia, RN, a Pet Psychic-Medium, healer, and author of Heal With Your Pets. After an injury ended her nursing career, Patti embraced her lifelong gift of communicating with animals—both in life and in Spirit—to help people find healing, guidance, and peace through the wisdom of their pets. Together, Leah and Patti explore how our beloved companions are powerful healers, how love continues beyond loss, and how tuning into our pets’ energy can transform not only our own well-being but the world around us.

On this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with Lori Tremblay, Laurie Mullen, and Kim McStay—the dynamic cohosts of The Next Perfect Step Podcast. Together, they share how their unique paths in energy work, soul coaching, creativity, reiki, and equine-assisted learning converge to create a safe, expansive space for authentic conversations. With warmth, wisdom, and a touch of humor, they explore what it means to live from your true self, shift limiting beliefs, and embrace healing in community. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that will leave you feeling expanded, inspired, and ready to step more fully into your own authenticity.

In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with author, speaker, and transformational coach Amanda Greaves, whose book The Chameleon Diaries: Designing A Life Worth Changing invites readers to embrace imperfection and step boldly into authenticity. After two decades as a successful interior designer, Amanda reached a turning point that led her to sell her business, heal from painful relationships, and embark on a journey of deep self-discovery. She now empowers individuals and companies alike to identify limiting beliefs, nurture growth, and design lives—and cultures—that thrive. Tune in as Amanda shares her raw story of resilience, what it means to grant yourself permission to dream, and how you, too, can become the designer of your own evolution.

In this illuminating episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill welcomes world-renowned spiritual teacher, healer, and humanitarian Mirabai Devi, founder of the Mirabai Devi Foundation. Born spiritually awake and trained by beings of light from the age of three, Mirabai has spent over 30 years transmitting Divine Light, guiding millions through profound healing and awakening experiences. Together, Leah and Mirabai explore the power of Light Transmissions, mantras, and spiritual practices to awaken joy, hope, and higher consciousness. Listeners will discover how tuning into the Inner Light of God can bring transformation in everyday life—and even help raise the vibration of the planet.

In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with writer and storyteller Bobbi Lerman to explore the power of words, travel, and imagination. From her early days writing romance stories under lilac trees to her adventures around the world collecting people’s stories, Bobbi shares how storytelling has been both a passion and a practice of transformation. She opens up about her novels-in-progress, the importance of writing prompts as doorways to creativity, and the lessons she teaches through her vibrant online community, Scribblers Ink. Listeners will be reminded that writing is practice, not perfection, and that everyone has stories worth telling.

In this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with spiritual teacher and healer Cheryl Davey, who has spent nearly three decades connecting with angels through the practice of automatic writing. Cheryl shares how her journey began with heartfelt questions to the heavens, grew into 61 journals of divine messages, and expanded into her work as a Reiki master, energy clearer, and guide for souls transitioning into the light with the help of Archangel Michael. Together, Leah and Cheryl explore how we can recognize signs from loved ones, trust our intuition, and embrace the timeless truth that heaven is all around us.

In this soothing and insightful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with Laura Degelmann, founder of Soul-full Notes Sound Healing, to explore the powerful world of sound as a healing modality. Laura shares her personal journey from the classroom to the sound bath—how a deeper calling and her own healing journey, including recovery from two surgeries following a thyroid cancer diagnosis, led her to embrace sound healing as both a personal and professional path. Together, they discuss how sound and vibration help recalibrate the body, restore natural rhythms, and support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Whether you’re new to sound healing or curious about its growing impact, this episode invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with the healing frequency within.

In this heartfelt episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with Suzanne MacPhail—licensed mental health counselor, EAGALA-certified equine therapy practitioner, and founder of Hands for Healing—to explore the profound connection between humans and horses as a path to emotional restoration. Suzanne shares how her work at the farm supports clients of all ages, particularly youth, in healing trauma, navigating grief, and finding focus through the intuitive, mirroring nature of horses. Together, they discuss the power of “clinical unlearning,” self-prioritization in a people-pleasing culture, and why the most transformative answers often come from within. This episode is an inspiring reminder that with openness, compassion, and the right guidance, we can cultivate a stronger, truer sense of self.

In this deeply spiritual episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah is joined by Gurdeep Bhogal—a gifted psychic medium, trance channel, Shakti embodiment teacher, and holistic healer—for a powerful conversation about awakening, spirit connection, and the sacred path of self-discovery. Born into a Sikh family and shaped by the rich traditions of Kenya, England, and India, Gurdeep shares how her cultural roots and soul calling led her to explore mediumship, yoga, energy healing, and the mystical realms of the afterlife. Together, they dive into the power of trance states, the wisdom of the subtle body, and how reconnecting with Shakti—the divine feminine—can help us embody our highest truth. This episode is a portal into deeper presence, spirit-guided healing, and the magic that unfolds when we remember who we truly are.