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Still I Rise Podcast
Real stories. Raw truth. Unshakable hope.
Hosted by Lisa McKenzie, founder of You Night Empowering Events, The Still I Rise Podcast is a powerful, heartfelt series that shares the voices of women who have fought — or are still fighting — cancer, and the transformative journeys they’ve taken to reclaim joy, identity, and purpose.
Each episode highlights inspiring survivor stories, candid conversations with mental health experts, and uplifting insights for anyone facing life after diagnosis. We dive deep into the emotional, spiritual, and psychological layers of healing — reminding every woman that she’s not alone, and that her story matters.
Whether you're navigating cancer, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking inspiration and sisterhood, this podcast is for you.
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Still I Rise Podcast
From the Beginning: The Voices That Built You Night (Part 3 of 4) with guests Angela Becnel and Deborah Tonguis
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Welcome back to Still I Rise… and to Day 3 of our 100th episode celebration.
Over the past two days, we’ve been honoring the voices and the people who have helped shape this journey—and today, we continue with two women who have been steady, powerful forces behind the scenes and beyond.
One hundred episodes in, and what stands out most isn’t just what’s been created… but who has stood alongside it, helping to carry the mission forward every step of the way.
Today, you’ll hear from my right-hand gal, Angela Becnel, and Debbie Tonguis—two women whose presence, support, and dedication have made a lasting impact in ways that words can barely capture.
They’re sharing their memories, their insights, and what this journey has meant to them—along with what they’ve learned about resilience, connection, and rising through it all.
Because behind every moment… there are people who help make it possible.
Let’s keep the celebration going.
Still I Rise features stories from You Night's STORY CRAFTING COMMUNITY. To read additional stories, visit our Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/YouNightStories. Would you like to participate in a 6-week Story Crafting small group experience so that you can share your story? Write to us at teamyounight@gmail.com