Bearing Scars
Michael Ertel
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From homeless drug addict to the pinnacle of prominence
Today we revisit our discussion with Desmond Meade. The Nobel Peace Prize nominee and one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World discusses his two decade journey from homeless…
The man who couldn't be canceled
Tim Kelley had done everything right: MIT degree in mathematics, strong family life, Navy commanding officer, senior executive at Oracle, community leader.Then, in the blink of an eye, two people…
Beyond the Amazon Documentary, the real Heather Rovet
In part two of our discussion with Toronto businesswoman Heather Rovet, we learn how her life after being scammed for more than $100,000 was simply more of the same -- another scam. This time it…
Her life became an Amazon Prime documentary (the first scam)
Heather Rovet was a Toronto businesswoman on the rise. She was one of the city's most successful realtors, and her vision for marketing had been getting her a lot of publicity. But her success may…
The Resilience Routines of three impactful leaders
Three of our past guests return to Bearing Scars to reveal their personal resilience routines -- those things which help them to get through the tough times and move forward. These tips aren't just…
The soccer mom who accidentally became her son's drug dealer
In the heartland of America, soccer mom Jennifer Chase was living the dream. A loving husband, two great kids, and a career. Until a trip to the hospital got her hooked on pain killers, and the…
When the mafia is "The Family Business."
Growing up in Worcester, Massachusetts, John Carter knew he'd inherit "The Family Business." Unfortunately for John, his father's business was being the local boss for the mafia. On his way to taking…
Bearing Scars Preview: When the mafia is "The Family Business."
Growing up in Worcester, Massachusetts, John Carter knew he'd inherit "The Family Business." Unfortunately for John, his father's business was being the local boss for the mafia. On his way to taking…
A child actress finally finds her own voice
For generations worldwide, Hilary Momberger welcomed the holidays as the voice of Charlie Brown's little sister Sally.After her child fame ended, Hilary had to find her own voice. And, in typical…
Bearing Scars Preview: A child actress finally finds her voice
For generations worldwide, Hilary Momberger welcomed the holidays as the voice of Charlie Brown's little sister Sally. After her child fame ended, Hilary had to find her own voice. And, in typical…
The Quiet Man's Inner turmoil of childhood sexual abuse
Sometimes, it's the quiet man who has the most tumultuous past.For three years in the early 1970's a pre-teen Ralph Park was sexually abused by a neighbor. After escaping his abuser, Ralph created a…
Bearing Scars Preview: The quiet man's inner turmoil
Sometimes, it's the quiet man who has the most tumultuous past.For three years in the early 1970's a pre-teen Ralph Park was sexually abused by a neighbor. After escaping his abuser, Ralph created a…
A deadly secret revealed; Navy veteran Bridget Lake discusses sexual assault, prison, addiction and redemption.
We all have secrets. This powerful episode of Bearing Scars features someone you may have thought was a typical Navy veteran who became a chamber of commerce president, and then a nationally known…
Bearing Scars Preview: A minute with Bridget Lake
We all have secrets. Our next episode of Bearing Scars features someone you may have thought was a typical Navy veteran who became a chamber of commerce president, and then a nationally known…
WWE wrestler Matt Morgan reveals his toughest opponent, addiction
Professional wrestler, American Gladiator and addiction counselor Matt Morgan is the next guest on Bearing Scars. Matt proves that sometimes the size of the man in the fight and the size of the fight…
Bearing Scars Preview: A minute with Matt Morgan
Professional wrestler and addiction counselor Matt Morgan is the next guest on Bearing Scars. In this one minute preview of his full episode, Matt proves that sometimes the size of the man in the…
Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Desmond Meade
The premier episode of Bearing Scars features Nobel Peace Prize nominee and one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World discussing his two decade journey from homeless drug addict…
Bearing Scars Preview: A minute with Desmond Meade
Are you ready to get inspired? Bearing Scars debuts in January with Nobel Peace Prize nominee and one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World, Desmond Meade. Desmond discussing…
Coming Soon: Bearing Scars
Rebounding with Grit, Grace and GrowthBearing Scars hosts raw discussions with titans in their fields. But we won’t just be talking about the achievements with which you’re familiar.There’s already a…
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Bearing Scars has published 19 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Personal Journals, Science.
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