say YES to yourself!
For Midlife Women Ready to Reclaim, Redefine, and Rise
This is the podcast for women in midlife who are ready to shed outdated cultural expectations, rewrite their stories, and finally put themselves first—without guilt or apology.
Each week on Say YES to Yourself!, host Wendy Harrop curates soulful, honest conversations with inspiring women who are courageously reinventing their lives. From career pivots and creative dreams to empty-nest awakenings and personal breakthroughs, you’ll hear real stories of transformation, healing, and joy.
If you're craving more meaning, more magic, and more you in your life—this podcast is your permission slip. Saying YES to yourself isn’t selfish—it’s the most generous, revolutionary act of your midlife.
Tune in and be reminded: your best chapter starts now.
say YES to yourself!
From Survivor to Advocate: The DNA Justice Project Solving Cold Cases | Ashley Spence
Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Ashley Spence, a survivor-turned-advocate and the powerhouse behind the DNA Justice Project, a nonprofit initiative solving cold cases and helping other survivors find healing through justice. What begins as a deeply personal story unfolds into a conversation about reclaiming power, trusting your instincts, and transforming trauma into impact.
They explore:
- The critical gaps in the justice system and how Ashley is helping close them with truth, courage, and DNA evidence
- How surviving trauma can become a catalyst for change, healing, and meaningful impact
- What it takes to speak up even when it’s hard—and how your voice can become a lifeline for others
If you’ve ever doubted the power of your own story, or felt the pull to turn pain into purpose, this conversation is a must-listen.
Live in one of these states? Your voice matters—take action now:
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Kentucky, West Virginia, Arizona
Connect with Ashley:
Her book Silent Witness: How DNA Uncovered the Truth and Empowered My Healing
Instagram @ashleyespence
Instagram @dnajusticeproject
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