# behind beautiful — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover behind beautiful. Page: Feed: --- ## Keith: Ruta’s Closet and History | 204 _2026-08-18 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things , Kevin sits down with Keith, author of Ruta’s Closet , to discuss the powerful and heartbreaking true story of Ruth, a Lithuanian Jewish woman who endured the horrors of the Holocaust. Keith shares Ruth’s harrowing personal story while exploring the devastating history of the Holocaust in Lithuania, where an estimated 95–97% of Lithuanian Jews were… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/79457b32-0fbf-407a-9cf5-afa2f9310fd8.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## John: Guardian Angels | 203 _2026-08-11 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with John for a heartfelt conversation about grief, healing, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in preserving human connection. After experiencing the loss of three of the people closest to him, John shares how profound grief can reshape every aspect of life and why there is no universal timeline for healing. Kevin and John… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/2469bae4-f5a8-4ce3-bb7b-63ba8ef3b1a7.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Penelope: A Walk with Everyone | 202 _2026-08-04 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with author Penelope to discuss her books, Still Here and A Walk with Everyone. Together, they explore her childhood, her career as a newspaper reporter, and the lifelong passion for writing that has shaped both her personal and professional journey. Kevin and Penelope also dive into the powerful family stories behind her work, including… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/e2b1918e-4e22-40eb-acbe-7c6587b3b7bb.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Kalyami: The Invisible Canvas | 201 _2026-07-28 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with author Kalyani to discuss her novel, The Invisible Canvas, and the deeply personal experiences thatinspired it. Together, they explore her childhood growing up as an immigrant, why she chose to tell her story through fiction rather than a traditional self-help book, and the universal mental health journey that shapes all of our… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/217d2e91-8596-43d0-8108-173af57a20c6.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Kevin: Our Host is Interviewed by his Sister Kelly | 200 _2026-07-21 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this milestone 200th episode of Behind Beautiful Things , the tables are turned as guest host Kelly—Kevin's sister (and, yes, a doctor!)—takes over the microphone to interview Kevin. Together, they reflect on Kevin's childhood, his lifelong creativity, the close bond they share as siblings, and how being raised by two strong women helped shape the person he is today. Along the way, Kelly shares… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/383f3f81-7c21-4876-b9b8-8d960f5ddc40.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Kate: Faith, Trauma, and Healing | 199 _2026-07-14 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things , Kevin sits down with Kate for a powerful conversation about surviving religious trauma and the journey toward healing. Kate shares what it was like growing up in a deeply conservative Christian family, navigating the oppressive beliefs that shaped her early life, and coping with the devastating trauma caused by her father's crimes. With remarkable… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/8d45af8c-e6e3-42c8-8818-0131d8817303.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Paul: Forgiving Dr Jekyll: From Hyde to Healing | 198 _2026-07-07 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things , Kevin sits down with Paul, author of Forgiving Dr. Jekyll: From Hyde to Healing—A Memoir About Trauma, Recovery, and Regaining Control . Paul shares his deeply personal story of growing up in a dysfunctional family, navigating a painful relationship with his father, and desperately searching for a way to escape the trauma of his childhood. He also opens… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/22ee9745-4d80-4e40-903d-df4ab23513ec.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Emily: Trauma Recovery and Expressive Art | 197 _2026-06-30 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things , Kevin sits down with Emily to explore the powerful connection between mental health, childhood trauma, and healing. Emily shares her experience working with children in the mental health field, discusses the different types of trauma and their lasting impact, and offers insight into the journey of trauma recovery. Together, they also dive into the… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/7de79bd1-113e-4827-8f66-3523b3f3c3f0.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## Julianna: Illness and Perseverance | 196 _2026-06-23 · Behind Beautiful Things_ In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things , Kevin sits down with author Julianna to discuss her powerful memoir, Life With Less of Me . Julianna shares her extraordinary journey of resilience, survival, and healing, offering an intimate look at the challenges that shaped her life. During their conversation, Julianna opens up about her traumatic childhood, the experiences that influenced her… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/f27d543c-bd0b-4fea-922d-e6501a9192bf.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e) ## [Open coordination for humans & AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bUxJSTmgYcyS) _2026-06-23 · **Sponsored**_ Shared schemas and CLI tooling to validate, route, and audit human-agent workflows. ## Joe: History and Empathy | 195 _2026-06-16 · Behind Beautiful Things_ This week on Behind Beautiful Things , we welcome author, speaker, Vietnam veteran, and former nurse Joe, whose book All Bones Considered: 52 Laurel Hill Women shines a light on the remarkable lives of women buried in Philadelphia's historic Laurel Hill Cemetery. In this fascinating conversation, Joe shares his journey from nursing and serving as a medic during the Vietnam War to becoming a… [Listen](https://mgln.ai/e/345/rss.art19.com/episodes/e0c09ad4-85b4-4e7a-98ce-1084d1ff4588.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIhRSU1NBbXBsaWZpZXJCb3QGOgZFVA%3D%3D--6345a2e4a0991d4cbe92da92e0fa95ff9d12de2e)