From Surviving to Living, a serialized audiobook podcast, chronicles Holly’s journey through prison and shares her testimony. It is aimed at individuals who have faced personal challenges and who are seeking stories of resilience, redemption, and spiritual growth, particularly those interested in exploring the role of faith and personal transformation in overcoming adversity. We address these issues Biblically and provide tools for listeners to solve them.
The “From Surviving to Living Spotlight” podcast features guests sharing their inspiring stories of overcoming adversity in a dynamic studio setting. With a focus on faith and personal transformation, each episode offers practical tools and resources for viewers. Through candid conversations, the podcast provides hope and guidance for those navigating their own challenges, emphasizing resilience and spiritual growth.
What a great podcast! Thank you for sharing, it’s so helpful. I’m excited for the next episode!
New episodes are released every Tuesday!
EPISODES
(12) LAST CALL: Abuse, Alienation, and Spiritual Growth
Discover extra content in the blog post Last Call!! << List of Episodes >> It was spring 2014 and I found myself trying to adjust to a new normal, again. My youngest son had been put in foster care the previous fall, taken from my husband due to neglect and...
(11) UNINTENDED IDLE – AGENCY & DEHUMANIZATION
Read the blog post for more content - Unintended Idle, Agency and Dehumanization!! << List of Episodes >> In November 2013, my world was shattered when I received the gut-wrenching news that my youngest son, Tim, had been rushed to the hospital for emergency...
(10) SEX OFFENDER (S0) TREATMENT: Personal Growth and Transformation
Discover extra content in the blog post Sex Offender (SO) Treatment!! << List of Episodes >> During my prison experience in 2012, I initially resisted a sex offender treatment program, feeling misunderstood and defensive. Embracing change, I pursued a new job...
(09) NO PIE & 6 MONTHS NO SHOWER: Depression & Prison Parenting
Are you parenting in a difficult situation? Join me on my journey through prison as I learn being mom despite distance and incarceration.
(08) RING TOSS & DOPPELGANGERS
Discover extra content in the blog post - Ring Toss & Doppelgangers! << List of Episodes >> In November 2011 I was finishing my first year in prison. I had recently been on suicide watch in the prison's segregation unit after my husband left the state with...
(00) Trailer
"From Surviving to Living" is a both a serialized audiobook as well as a hybrid podcast, splitting out of its standard format monthly to interview guest in a studio setting. The serialized format uses the blog at www.hollybot.me for episode content, chronicling Holly...
(07) GENERAL ASSEMBLY (Burning Rubber)
Discover extra content in the blog post - GENERAL ASSEMBLY! << List of Episodes >> Do you desire success, respect, love? Do you feel unconditionally respected and loved?Eight months into my prison sentence I faced uncertainty. While I waited for employment I...
(0) VIDEO PREVIEW
Welcome everyone! I'm Holly Bot and This is From Surviving to Living, the podcast where raw stories of transformation are told. This is not just a podcast; it's the power of change! God is interested in you! My story is not fiction. I am a woman, a felon, a sex...
(06) WoW (Shatter My Excuses)
Discover extra content in the blog post - WoW! << List of Episodes >> In October 2011 my definition of rock bottom was redefined when my husband left the state with our children. After 2 weeks on suicide watch the prison transferred me to a mental health program...
(05) A PADDED ROOM: Pursuit of The Good Life
Discover extra content in the blog post - A PADDED ROOM! << List of Episodes >> In October 2011 everything I thought I knew was turned upside down. My husband fled the state with our children, and still facing 7 more years in prison, helpless, I threatened...
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Holly is an award winning writer, blogger, and published author. She desires to encourage and inspire listeners and readers to grow closer in their walk with Jesus. It is her hope that in sharing her story you will find your own being re-written in a personal relationship with Christ.
Your podcast is so encouraging! I love that. I listen on the way to work. What a great way to start the day!
Glad to see someone sharing their prison story. My wife enjoys the podcast and shared it with me. Now we both listen. We have a son in prison and your story encourages us. Thanks
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I love the transparency in sharing your story. Great show!
I wanted to know more about the Holy Spirit and found your blog and podcast. How exciting to know what God does in our lives!
* “From Surviving to Living” with Holly Bot is a non-monetized podcast. We do not accept advertising or sponsorship requests. Additionally, to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, alert it is His work we do, we will never ask listeners for donations. While it’s not wrong to do such things, we choose to operate in alignment with the principles outlined in Matthew 6:8, where it is stated, “For your Father knows what you need before you ask him.”