EPISODES

This Season One preview features highlights from interviews with inspirational survivors of traumatic out of the blue events who have overcome unimaginable challenges, sharing stories of resilience and triumph. Together, we find the way forward.

Wendy Liebman is a nationally known standup comedian and has been touring and appearing on television since the 90’s. Her career was about to take off with an upcoming Netflix special when Out of the Blue, she was struck by a car and her life was turned upside down. How she emerges victoriously is something best described in her own words, “I was healed at the speed of love!” Get ready to hear her inspiring story as she recounts her Out of the Blue event and how she found the way forward! For more Wendy Liebman, visit: wendyliebman.com

No doubt about it, Michael's a Miracle. When diagnosed with cancer, the doctor's prognosis was 6 months to a year. Four and a half years later and Michael is still finding a way forward. His truth is powerful and his resilience is off the chart. An unforgettable story of courage. To support Michael on GoFundMe, visit: gofund.me/b8b2b6a2

The 2024 winner of the Presidential Award for extraordinary service to Stony Brook University, Judy Greiman shares her inspiring story of resilience when after years of perfect examinations, out of the blue, her test results showed stage four metastatic breast cancer. Her inspirational way forward is as extraordinary as she is, and a beacon of hope for many others.

A successful real estate developer and devoted husband and father, our next guest on the fourth episode of Out of the Blue - the Podcast, David Wiener, shares his inspiring story of finding the way forward. David and his family were all enjoying another joyous day on the slopes when, out of the blue, David – an avid pro-level skier and expert at handling the toughest black diamond runs – hit a patch of black ice. And just like that, his life changed forever. Join us as he shares his experience, strength, and hope – as one challenge after another, David not only survives, but thrives – all here in this phenomenal episode of Out of the Blue - the Podcast. 

Meet Liz Michels of Ocean View, Delaware. Liz was diagnosed with autism at 3 years old, but it wasn’t until her early teens that her first symptoms appeared out of the blue. Although doctors told her parents she would never be able to graduate high school or go to college, Liz has not only done both, but at 35 years old, she’s living a full life and has become an outspoken autism advocate. Join us as Liz tells us the inspirational story of how Liz Michels became Lizzie Sunshine. Learn how someone with autism can not only bring sunshine into the lives around them but also how autism doesn’t stop people like Albert Einstein and many others from changing the world. Join us on this very special episode of Out of the Blue as we celebrate Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month with our amazing guest, Liz “Lizzie Sunshine” Michels. 

Meet Gary Langis. His inspirational journey took him from saving lives off the streets of Boston to lobbying for lifesaving programs in Washington D.C. It all began with an out of the blue event that could’ve destroyed his life, but instead led him to saving the lives of countless others.

Susan Goldberg, our inspirational guest for this episode, was living an active and productive life as a professional musician in New York City when, in the middle of a typical busy day playing piano, out of the blue, she suddenly lost the use of her left hand. Join us as Susan, a permanent resident and fixture in the vibrant music, theatre and arts scene of Provincetown, Massachusetts, tells us how she found her way forward from surviving to thriving!

This episode’s inspiring guest, Anthony Brown, tells us his dramatic life story that led him to many dark and often dangerous places. Author of the award-winning book, "From Park Bench to Park Avenue", join us as Anthony describes his journey from disfunction and homelessness to recovery and triumph – pursuing his ultimate passion of giving hope and help to those still imprisoned by destructive behaviors and substance abuse. An inspirational and unforgettable episode you’ll never forget! For more Anthony Brown, visit: anthonyhowardbrown.com