The Cast

Jamie Hoyt, director and producer

Jamie achieved her AA in Theater and Bachelor’s Degree in General Studies in Literature, Psychology, and Communication from Wichita State University, while spending a semester in London studying literature and theater. Upon earning her undergrad, she obtained her MA in English and Creative Writing with a concentration in screenwriting from Southern New Hampshire University. A disabled veteran, she served four years in the United States Air Force in Security Forces, worked four years in the Juvenile Justice System, and many years in education as a substitute teacher, and teaching as an English College Adjunct Professor. A renaissance woman, who loves to travel (often solo), she has experienced many countries, cultures, and events in life (twice breast cancer survivor). Jamie has acquired credits in dancing (Weird Al Yankovic on four tours), writing television commercials, directing, producing music videos, and filming interviews with celebrities for film and television. Other credits have been attained in directing and acting for film and stage, modeling, and producing (Associate Producer of the national and international award-winning documentary, "This is Love.")  She’s an advocate for helping strengthen the confidence in women as the co-founder/ producer of American Rose Theater, a vaudevillian performance troupe, and allied with "The Liberty Press" (an LGBT magazine) as a writer in Wichita, KS. Jamie currently lives in Lexington, MO with her three black cats, Tolkien, Bastet, Magick, and her dog, Lucas.

Mike and Marie Lindner

Mike Lindner is the author of his autobiography, “Leaving Terror Behind.” He and his wife, Marie, are both Polish World War 2 Prisoners of War survivors. His memoir tells of surviving under Russian Communism and Nazi Germany.

Georgia Durante

Author, model, and stunt driver, Georgia, once the country’s most photographed girl at just 17, became Hollywood’s most successful female commercial stunt driver. Despite facing traumatic events, including the brutal rape by her brother-in-law, and mob-related violence in an abusive marriage, her unwavering hope and determination kept her going.

Dr. Scott Irwin

Integration Psychologist | Functional Medicine Practitioner     

From Netflix’s [Un]well, Dr. Scott Irwin, a seasoned practitioner blending Transpersonal Psychology, Functional Medicine, and Ancient Amazonian Plant Medicine, brings over two decades of expertise in fostering profound personal transformations. Specializing in holistic healing experiences with plant medicines such as ayahuasca, psilocybin, San Pedro, Kambo, and Guandu in indigenous settings, he merges knowledge in transpersonal and integration psychology, functional medicine, and indigenous Amazonian plant medicine. He respects sacred traditions while providing comprehensive care. Dr. Scott emphasizes intention, preparation, and respect for indigenous practices, guiding individuals to integrate their experiences into daily life for lasting transformation, underscoring the essence of true healing lies in daily integration.

  • Karla Nemitz

    Artist, author, and Influencer, Karla Nemitz, is an MST (Military Sexual Assault) survivor, former Coast Guard, and advocate for PTSD/ MST, veteran suicide, and service dog awareness.

  • Mike Elder

    An artist first, and host of “Black Sheep Rising: Trauma and Resilience” podcast, Mike is an internationally known sugar artist and cake maker appearing on “Food Network”, holds three Guinness World Records, and has worked with the likes of Gordon Ramsey and George Lucas.

  • Shelley Palmer

    For over 10 years, Coach Shelley has studied and trained with several (Interviewee) masters to become a Life Coach in self-love. She’s a Certified Accelerated Evolution Coach™ who has learned to take clients through a transformative experience allowing them to dissolve inner conflict (including myself). As an intamcy coach, she’s an Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach™ who helps couples have more open communication in their relationship.

  • Chosen

    Chosen (aka: ChristianWitchHTX) is an Internationally Certified Professional Psychic Medium dedicated to the highest quality of Healing & Lightwork driven by authenticity, compassion & understanding. Host of The Christian Witch Podcast, Chosen’s impact on reconciling spiritual beliefs with the supernatural is specifically of interest to anyone who has been marginalized, abused, or survived religious trauma in any form. Serving as Associate Pastor to the 10k+ members of the private Facebook group Christian Witch & the Craft, he has an extensive history in Christian Ministry, Worship Leading, Spiritual Education, & Witchcraft. In Spring 2022, Chosen launched the Elysium Academy of Mystical Arts with an internationally unmatched 15-week training course in Witchcraft, Healing & Psychic Development. He's currently in the process of completing several exciting projects.