In this powerful Refine & Shine Podcast episode, host Angelina Rivera sits down with entrepreneur, podcaster, financial coach, and foster-care advocate Corree Roofener. Together they walk through an emotional, inspiring journey of breaking generational scarcity, redefining financial stories, and creating legacy through courage, intentionality, and faith. Corree shares her childhood growing up with a scarcity mindset, becoming a teen mom, experiencing financial hardship, navigating medical crises, and rebuilding a life rooted in purpose and abundance. She reveals how bookkeeping, financial coaching, and her nonprofit came into existence—not by accident, but by alignment. This conversation dives deep into: 🌱 Healing your money story 💰 Financial independence and intentional spending 🕊️ Faith during hard seasons 🏡 Life as a foster mom and the gaps in the foster care system 🔥 Building Courage Coalition & Fostering the Summit 📉 How eating-out budgets destroy financial goals 💡 Breaking cycles and redefining legacy 💪 Overcoming shame attached to money 👣 How to take the next right step even when afraid This episode will challenge you, soften you, and empower you to reclaim your financial story and leave a legacy that goes far beyond money.

In this deeply moving episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with Blanca Angelica Rivera — also known as Blangelika, The Self-Love Queen — for a raw and transformative conversation on healing, self-love, embodiment, and rising after life’s hardest battles. From surviving childhood trauma, infertility, PCOS, miscarriages, blocked fallopian tubes, a toxic marriage, and anxiety… to losing over 200 pounds, becoming a Reiki Master, and walking away from corporate America — Blangelika’s journey is a masterclass in radical healing and choosing love no matter what you’ve lived through. Together, Angelina and Blangelika dive into the power of embodiment, forgiveness, language, boundaries, spiritual growth, and the courage it takes to rebuild yourself from the inside out. This episode will inspire you, challenge you, and remind you that healing is ALWAYS possible — and love is always worth choosing.

Board-certified psychotherapist, veteran, spiritual transformation coach, and award-winning entrepreneur Malaysia Harrell joins Angelina to unpack how faith, surrender, and nervous-system-friendly practices turn pain into purpose. From excelling under the “mask of perfection” to surviving life-threatening sepsis after her 2020 Navajo Nation deployment, Malaysia shares how she rebuilt identity beyond titles, launched Blissful Life Consulting, and founded the Malaysia Harrell Foundation to serve women—especially women veterans—through holistic wellness, retreats, and suicide-prevention work. You’ll learn practical ways to rest without guilt, set boundaries, reconnect with creativity, and begin “the art of becoming” the highest version of yourself.

In this inspiring episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Jessica Papineau, founder of CSJ Styling, a powerhouse personal stylist who helps high-achieving women elevate their confidence, visibility, and impact through style. Jessica shares her incredible journey from growing up off the grid in rural Maine—with no running water or electricity—to becoming a sought-after style expert working with seven-figure entrepreneurs and executives worldwide. She opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her career, the power of imagination, and how clothing can become a catalyst for transformation and empowerment. Together, Angelina and Jessica dive deep into faith, resilience, and what it truly means to show up as your highest self—inside and out.

Raised Amish on a 90-acre dairy farm, Amanda Yoder’s story is one of courage, faith, and unstoppable grit. 🌾 From baking bread at eight years old to driving across the country with only $2,000 and a dream, Amanda carved a new life for herself—one rooted in resilience and purpose. Today, she’s the founder of Amanda’s Berry Farm & Freeze-Dried Foods in Northwest Montana, a licensed massage therapist, and a passionate advocate for wellness and mentoring youth. In this inspiring conversation with host Angelina Rivera, Amanda shares how leaving the Amish community shaped her values, how she built multiple thriving businesses from the ground up, and why rest and reflection are just as essential as hard work. If you’ve ever felt called to pursue “something more,” this episode will remind you that clarity, faith, and persistence can cultivate the life you truly want. 🌸

In this empowering episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Jackie Dempsey, a certified diesel mechanic, single mom, and founder of the Mechanic Mamma Foundation. With nearly two decades of hands-on experience in a male-dominated industry, Jackie turned her passion for engines into a mission to empower women and families through practical car care education. From being the only woman in a class of 200 mechanics to launching her own foundation, Jackie’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and breaking through barriers. Together, Angelina and Jackie explore what it means to balance motherhood, career, and courage — while creating opportunities for others to gain confidence under the hood and in life. This episode reminds us that empowerment starts with knowledge, and every “no” can be the spark for something incredible. 💪🚗

In this empowering episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes her longtime friend Michelle Rose, a Certified Exercise Physiologist turned Functional Health Coach. Diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder at just 15, Michelle shares how her journey from “momming on the couch” to thriving entrepreneur and homeschool mom began with one major shift—healing her gut. Michelle opens up about her path from Western medicine to natural healing, discovering the root causes of inflammation, and building a lifestyle around holistic wellness. From reading food labels and prioritizing gut health to teaching her kids about clean eating, Michelle reminds us that your health is your greatest investment. This conversation dives into resilience, motherhood, and redefining wellness through faith, science, and daily discipline. 🌿✨

In this inspiring episode of Refine & Shine, host Angelina Rivera talks with Christina Jerro, founder and CEO of Royalty Janitorial Services, about her powerful journey from surviving domestic violence to building a thriving multi-state business. Christina shares how faith, resilience, and courage helped her turn survival into success and why she’s now on a mission to empower other women to find their voice, rebuild their confidence, and create their own blueprints for freedom and success.

In this inspiring episode of Refine & Shine, host Angelina Rivera talks with Gail Mussman, a nurse, fasting coach, and breast cancer survivor who shares her powerful story of healing through faith, holistic health, and mindset. Gail opens up about overcoming childhood struggles with body image, walking through cancer, and finding purpose in helping women over 40 reclaim their energy, confidence, and vitality through gut health, fasting, and intentional living. A conversation about faith, resilience, and taking ownership of your health—one small promise at a time. 💫

In this heartfelt episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera reconnects with longtime friend Cole Watson to share a powerful story of resilience and faith. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma (bone cancer) as a teenager, Cole faced life-changing challenges that tested his strength and spirit. Against all odds, he fulfilled his dream of walking across the graduation stage, proving that determination can overcome even the toughest battles. Today, Cole shines as a father, profession...

In this inspiring episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Jennifer Connery, a holistic life coach for highly sensitive professional women living on the Big Island of Hawaii. Jennifer shares her journey of overcoming addiction, illness, abuse, single parenthood, and poverty to create a thriving life and business. Listeners will hear how she turned pain into purpose and now helps women regulate stress, build confidence, and reclaim peace through practical ...

In this transformative episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes Dr. Jessica Hoogendoorn—a certified naturopathic doctor, nutritional consultant, herbalist, GAPS practitioner, and founder of Eat to Live, a luxury wellness brand committed to healing-focused skincare and nutrition. Jessica shares her extraordinary journey of faith, resilience, and innovation—from her daughter’s leukemia diagnosis and traumatic burn accident, to discovering natural remedies that revo...

In this powerful episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with her friend and colleague Melissa Burant, a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience spanning the Department of Defense and Iowa’s manufacturing sector. Melissa brings not only her professional insight but also her deeply personal journey of overcoming burnout, redefining success, and rediscovering her creativity through photography. Melissa shares what it was like to climb the corporate ladde...

In this powerful episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Juan Catalan—speaker, author, entrepreneur, and survivor of one of life’s darkest storms. Juan was falsely accused of a murder he didn’t commit and spent months in jail facing the death penalty. Against unimaginable odds, it was a Los Angeles Dodgers game and rare stadium footage that ultimately proved his innocence. But Juan’s story doesn’t end there—it’s about what he chose to do after freedom. I...

In this episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes Stacey Vanthuyne—executive coach, speaker, performance consultant, and founder of Raise Your Results and Xposed Living. Stacey shares her powerful journey of leaving a secure 20+ year corporate career in people leadership and change management to step fully into her calling as a consultant and coach. She reflects on how her encounter with legendary teacher Bob Proctor gave her the clarity and courage to make the ...

In this powerful episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes visionary guest Steven Puri, founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. From visual effects for blockbuster films like Independence Day to tech innovations that enhance daily productivity, Steven’s journey is a masterclass in transformation, intention, and reclaiming your time. 🧠 If you’ve ever struggled with distractions, time management, or creative burnout, this episode will give you both inspiration and str...

In this inspiring episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Angie Ambrosetti—breakthrough coach, podcast host of The Angie Ambrosetti Show: Let Her Out to Play, and faith-driven entrepreneur. Angie opens up about her powerful journey of resilience and transformation. From being a teenage bride to becoming a mom of seven and grandmother to thirteen, Angie shares how faith, perseverance, and embracing her unique calling helped her step into freedom and purpose...

In this empowering episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes guest Jessica Phillips—speaker, coach, and founder of Rooted and Rising. Jessica shares her personal journey of healing, resilience, and rediscovery, offering wisdom for women navigating midlife transitions. Together, Angelina and Jessica dive deep into: 🌱 Healing through adversity: how to embrace emotions without losing your smile.🔑 Rediscovering your voice: finding confidence and clarity in midlife.💡 T...

In this inspiring episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with Dr. Claudia Cometa a clinical pharmacist turned patient advocate, whose journey was transformed when her father was diagnosed with Stage 3 lymphoma. Claudia shares how stepping into the role of caregiver reshaped her perspective on healthcare, leading her to write her book Patient Empower Thyself. With over a decade of experience in clinical pharmacy and a deeply personal journey through the medical syst...

In this deeply moving episode of Refine and Shine, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Cristina P. Simmons—advocate for women’s holistic health, trauma-informed wellness coach, and author of award winning best Eat Your Feelings. Cristina shares her remarkable journey through unimaginable loss, including the passing of three children due to a rare genetic condition, and how she found healing, hope, and joy again through adoption, faith, and purpose-driven work. Cristina opens up about her path...