Join us on this powerful episode of 'When I Was Homeless' as we sit down with John Graham, a man whose journey from homelessness to becoming a nonprofit founder, business owner, and award-winning author is nothing short of extraordinary. At 75, John’s debut novel, Running as Fast as I Can, has won 26 awards, but it’s his real-life story of resilience, faith, and second chances that will truly inspire you.In this conversation, John shares how his struggles with homelessness shaped his mission to help others through his organization, the Good Samaritan Home, which has supported over 2,500 men and women in rebuilding their lives. He opens up about the lessons he learned, the mistakes he made, and the hope he found along the way. John’s story is a testament to the idea that it’s never too late to change your life—or to help someone else change theirs.Discover how John is creating a lasting legacy through compassion, his advice for anyone facing hardship, and how his work is breaking down stigmas around homelessness and second chances. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this powerful post-holiday episode, former Manhattan advertising executive Kasey Rogers reveals her unexpected journey from success to homelessness through financial abuse - a form of domestic violence that affects 99% of survivors. Learn how covert abuse tactics escalate during the winter months, with domestic violence rates increasing up to 30% after the holidays. Rogers, now co-founder of 'I Know Why She Stayed,' shares crucial warning signs of financial abuse, practical escape strategies, and life-saving resources for those trapped in financially controlling relationships.Through her raw and inspiring story, discover: • Hidden red flags of financial abuse and coercive control • The critical link between domestic violence and homelessness • How successful professionals can become trapped in abuse • Practical steps for safely escaping financial abuse • Essential resources and support networksContent Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, financial abuse, and emotional manipulation. Resources and support information provided throughout.Featured Guest: Kasey Rogers Author | Survivor Advocate | Co-founder of I Know Why She Stayed www.iknowwheshestayed.org

Join host Gabby Cunningham on this compelling episode of "When I Was Homeless...," featuring Ronika, a spirited guest whose journey from teenage runaway to advocacy work will inspire and enlighten. In "Born Resilient: From Sex Work to Advocacy," Ronika recounts her experiences across continents, her unexpected foray into sex work in Austria, and the courage it took to sever ties and build a new life. With warmth and honesty, she shares how her experiences of homelessness and exploitation have empowered her advocacy efforts, particularly focusing on those facing domestic violence. This episode highlights Ronika's enduring resilience, her nomadic lifestyle inspired by her rich multicultural background, and how she continues to inspire others through her art and activism. Delve into a narrative of hope, transformation, and the power of community care as Gabby and Ronika discuss the meaning of home and the varying paths to finding it.

Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics such as sex work and abuse.