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The Road Back Podcast

The Road Back Podcast

By: Melissa Runacres & Desiree Amariei
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The Road Back Podcast: Conversations to Guide You Home


Life has a way of pulling us off course — trauma, expectations, burnout, and seasons where we forget who we are and why we're here. The Road Back Podcast is a podcast for people in seasons of transition—returning to their bodies, their voices, their dreams, and their belovedness.


Join hosts Melissa Runacres & Desiree Amariei, two trauma-informed emotional health coaches, as they share candid conversations about identity, faith, emotional wellbeing, personal growth, and even tools for navigating finances.


Expect practical wisdom, heartfelt storytelling, steps for rebuilding your life and reimagining your future, and moments that feel like sitting with friends over coffee—because you're not meant to walk this road alone.


New episodes every Wednesday starting August 27, 2025. Subscribe so you never miss your next step forward.



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Episodes
  • #26 – Four Lies We Believed About God (And What We Believe Now)

    #26 – Four Lies We Believed About God (And What We Believe Now)
    Mar 25 2026

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    In this heartfelt episode, Mel and Dez explore common misconceptions about God's nature, the impact of religious beliefs on our emotional health, and how radical honesty can lead to spiritual freedom. They share personal stories and practical insights to help listeners embrace a more authentic, grace-filled relationship with a God who’s much kinder than we’ve thought.

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    57 mins
  • #25 – What It Cost to Be the 'Good' Christian Girl

    #25 – What It Cost to Be the 'Good' Christian Girl
    Mar 18 2026

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    On this week’s episode: Dez and Mel share their personal journeys of deconstruction, healing, and rediscovering a healthy, loving relationship with God beyond toxic church culture. This heartfelt conversation explores the cost of perfectionism, shame, and the transformative power of God's invitation into authentic humanity.


    Resources from this episode:

    The Shack by Paul Young

    Melissa Runacres' Instagram

    Desiree Amariei's Instagram



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    The Road Back Podcast socials:

    Instagram: @the.road.back.podcast

    YouTube: youtube.com/@TheRoadBackPodcast
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    54 mins
  • #24 – Abundance Isn't Greed: Why Wanting More Doesn't Make You Selfish

    #24 – Abundance Isn't Greed: Why Wanting More Doesn't Make You Selfish
    Mar 11 2026

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    Join us as we explore the concept of abundance, discussing our personal journeys from scarcity to a mindset of abundance. We’re delving into the limiting beliefs that often accompany financial struggles, the impact of faith on our financial beliefs, and the importance of self-worth in expanding one's capacity for wealth in all areas of life. We also discuss the role of the nervous system in feeling safe around finances and offer practical tools for cultivating gratitude and recognizing abundance in everyday life.



    Let's stay connected!

    The Road Back Podcast socials:

    Instagram: @the.road.back.podcast

    YouTube: youtube.com/@TheRoadBackPodcast
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    50 mins
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