Becoming Amanda Podcast

What happens when the dream you've worked so hard to build disappears overnight?
In this episode of Becoming Amanda, I sit down with my friend Claudine Manor, owner of Savannah & Pearl, to share the story of unimaginable loss, unexpected growth, and choosing to begin again.
After purchasing the boutique in October 2025, Claudine was settling into a new chapter as a business owner when tragedy struck. In January 2026, the historic Lakehouse Inn, the home of Savannah & Pearl was destroyed by fire, taking her business with it.
But this conversation isn't just about what was lost. It's about what was found in the aftermath.
Together, we talk about:✨ The shock and grief of losing a business so suddenly✨ Navigating uncertainty while carrying the weight of other people's expectations✨ How community support became a lifeline✨ The decision to pivot instead of give up✨ Reimagining Savannah & Pearl as Janesville's first men's and women's boutique experience✨ What it means to keep showing up when your plans go up in smoke
This is a conversation about resilience, identity, and discovering that sometimes the life we're meant to build begins only after the one we planned falls apart.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, someone walking through grief, or simply standing at the edge of an unexpected transition, Claudine's story is a reminder that endings don't always mean we're finished. They can become the invitation to become someone new.
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📍 Now located in downtown Janesville in the historic Olde Towne Mall at 20 S Main Street-Janesville, WI
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Join me for a heartfelt conversation with Heather Kraus, who opens up about her personal healing journey and what inspired her to help others do the same. We talk about the lessons she’s learned, the power of community, and what she has planned for her upcoming healing retreats. This episode is all about growth, resilience, and creating space for transformation.
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In this episode, Amanda sits down with her friend Meesh to talk about her powerful journey through chronic pain and how she’s now stepping into a new season of confidence and courage through a modeling competition. Meesh opens up about what it means to chase a dream while healing, and how she hopes her story inspires other women to see what’s possible for their own lives.
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This week’s episode is extra special because my guest is my very own granddaughter, Elyse! 💕
Elyse spent part of her summer at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, and today she’s sharing her favorite memories from the fun activities she tried to the friends she made and what it felt like to step into the spotlight.
Tune in for a sweet conversation about confidence, creativity, and the magic of summer experiences through the eyes of a 7-year-old.
If you’ve ever wondered what a kids’ program at a performing arts center is like, or you just want a heartwarming listen, this episode is for you!
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Curiosity is often the quiet start of everything great. In this episode, we’re honoring the questions you asked, the risks you explored, and the inner wonder that kept pulling you forward.
Journal Prompt: What’s one thing you’re proud of yourself for exploring—even when it didn’t make sense to anyone else?
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What if the annoying interruptions were actually divine detours? Today, we’re flipping the script on life’s curveballs—from canceled plans to tech glitches—and finding the hidden gifts in the moments that didn’t go as planned
Journal Prompt: What’s an interruption, delay, or unexpected change that turned out to be a blessing in disguise? How did it shift your path or help you grow?
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Laughter is medicine. Even in hard seasons, those light, silly, laugh-until-you-cry moments matter. Today we’re celebrating joy, humor, and the people or memories that helped us breathe easier.Journal Prompt:What’s a memory that still makes you smile or laugh when you think of it?
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Failure doesn’t feel good—but it often leaves behind the richest lessons. In this episode, we’re giving thanks for the things that didn’t work, the risks that didn’t pay off, and the moments we thought we’d lost... but actually leveled up.
Journal Prompt: What’s a failure you once felt ashamed of that now feels like a turning point? What did it teach you, and how are you different because of it?
Becoming Her Tapping Mediation
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Growth is messy, but beautiful. This is your reminder to be proud of your evolution—even if it’s still in progress. You’re becoming someone incredible.
Journal Prompt:What signs—big or small—show that you’re growing into the person you want to be? What are you proud of in your journey right now, even if it’s still unfolding?
Email: amanda@amandatorres.co
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We’re often so focused on the goal, we forget to thank the road that got us there. Today, we’re finding gratitude in the process—not just the destination.Journal Prompt:What part of your journey are you most proud of—even if you're not “there” yet?
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