RESILIENT A.F. with Blair and Alana
Welcome to RESILIENT A.F. with Blair and Alana—a podcast that celebrates the incredible strength of the human spirit and the ability to bounce forward. This is the show where we dive headfirst into the raw, real, and unfiltered stories of people who have faced life’s toughest challenges—and come out the other side stronger.
In every episode, we explore the complex journey of resilience: the heartbreaks, the breakthroughs, and the triumphs. Whether it’s navigating personal loss, overcoming mental health battles, or finding hope amidst chaos, RESILIENT A.F. is a safe space to connect with others who have been there.
Blair and Alana bring a unique mix of candid storytelling, heartfelt empathy, and expert insights, shining a light on the untold stories of grit and growth. With inspiring guest interviews and conversations with mental health professionals, each episode is designed to empower you to bounce forward, no matter what life throws your way.
Why listen?
1. Relatable Stories: Hear real people share their journeys of resilience in their own words.
2. Expert Advice: Gain tools, tips, and insights from mental health experts to support your own healing and growth.
3. Empowerment: Leave each episode feeling inspired, hopeful, and ready to tackle life’s challenges head-on.
But we’re not here to sugarcoat it—resilience isn’t always pretty. It’s messy, it’s painful, and it’s profoundly human. We’re here to remind you that while life can knock you down, it also offers the chance to rise again, stronger than before.
⚠️ Content Note: Some episodes may contain themes that could be distressing. Please take care of yourself while listening, and don’t hesitate to seek support from a mental health professional if needed.
If you’re ready to find hope, strength, and the courage to keep moving forward, hit play and join us on this powerful journey. Because no matter what life throws your way, you are RESILIENT A.F.
Subscribe now and keep on strengthening your resilience muscle today.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 44
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Kari Berridge and Aly Rice are RESILIENT A.F. | 044
Kari Berridge and Aly Rice, two authors in the forthcoming book about tattoos of resilience, RESILIENT A.F. Skin Deep Stories are RESILIENT A.F.
Kari Berridge’s daughter found out about a secret that …
Gratitude is the Attitude | 043
Blair and Alana officially kick off season two with a deep dive on their viral TikTok video about grief, chatted about being tatted, and what is to come this season. The sisters are about to begin th…
Welcome to the RESILIENT A.F. Gratitude Challenge | 042
August is wrapping up, and Blair and Alana have been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a life-changing tool.
What if a simple, daily practice could change your brain so that you see the worl…
Grief and Jail with Joe Exotic | 041
Joseph Allen Maldonado called Blair Kaplan Venables while incarcerated to talk about his childhood, and complex grief and shared the truth behind the the show “Tiger King.” This is his story, and he …
The Mystical Relationship Between Numbers and Events with Adrienne Harris | 040
Adrienne Harris learned that her husband was having an emotional affair with his running coach. This is her story and she is RESILIENT A.F.
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Healing with the Blues with Dr. Tanya English | 039
Dr. Tanya English found resilience with the stillbirth of her first child. This is her story, and she is RESILIENT A.F.
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Life Week Bass Couch 2025 | 038
Blair and Alana debrief on Alana’s surgery, her recovery, her first rave, Blair’s upcoming birthday and a community update for The Global Resilience Project. This is the final new episode before thei…
Grief is Her New Normal with Dr. Heather Taylor | 037
Dr. Heather Taylor lost her brother and struggled finding her own grief therapist, so she said "fuck it" and went to school to become a grief therapist. This is her story and she is RESILIENT A.F.
Bu…
Prosilience is Her Middle Name with Jenn Fredericks | 036
Jenn Fredericks’ daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumor and she Jenn had two kidney transplants. This is her story and she is RESILIENT A.F.
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Grief and Light with Nina Rodriguez | 035
Nina Rodriguez’s brother and only sibling, Yosef, died unexpectedly on September 11, 2019, the day after his 32nd birthday. This is her story and she is RESILIENT A.F.
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Project True with Angela Rinaldis | 034
Angela Rinaldis suffered from anorexia and over-exercise addiction and was hospitalized because of it. This is her story and she is RESILIENT A.F.!
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No Meds and In Bed | 033
Enjoy this solo episode from Blair Kaplan Venables. She brings you an update on Alana’s rise to Survivor fan fame and her recovery from surgery, Blair’s experience with no medication in the forest, a…
Double Take: A Breast Cancer Story with Pat Alva-Kraker | 032
Pat Alva-Kraker was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time and survived. This is her story, and she is RESILIENT A.F.
Gift: Free e-guide Seven Self-Care Habits for the Amazing Woman: https:…
Total Body Transformation with Simone Lovell | 031
Simone Lovell suffered from postpartum depression and weight gain and chose to break the line of intergenerational dieting. This is her story, and she is RESILIENT A.F.
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Born To Bounce Back with Lynn Moore | 030
Lynn Moore’s husband suddenly and unexpectedly died during a surgical procedure in the operating room. The surgeon informed her over the phone, and she was alone when she got the news. This is her st…
Finding Humour In The Darkness | 029
Sometimes dark humour can help you navigate life’s challenges and Hollywood is great at showing us just that. In this episode, Blair and Alana chat about their favourite dark comedy TV shows and why …
Living An Enriched Life with Simran Attili | 028
Simran Attili realized that she was living a very surface-level life and running on empty fuel for a while, and that something had to really change. She let go of all the societal pressure and family…
Is This Love? with Charley Sky Gardner | 027
Charley Sky Gardner, a 16-year-old junior, sits down to talk with Blair about her first book, Is This Love? They dive into what love is and how love is needed to be resilient. This is Sky’s story, an…
The CATchup | 026
Blair and Alana jam on what is happening in their worlds and talk about all things cats, pet grief, Mother’s Day, grief trips and Endo. Remember, pet grief is real grief, and it’s okay to take the ti…
The Story of A First Responder with Sam van Born | 025
Sam van Born worked as a firefighter during the global pandemic and shares her stories in our books. This is her story, and she is RESILIENT A.F..
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