Women Warriors

The legacy of residential school is a painful reality for many Indigenous peoples. My first guest, Stephanie Harpe experienced intergenerational trauma - her mother, Ruby Anne McDonald was a residential school survivor. Stephanie's traumatic childhood resulted in a youth of addictions and abusive relationships. Stephanie's life spiraled out of control in 1999 when her Mother was found murdered in an Edmonton apartment building. She managed to escape her addictions and dangerous lifestyle when she met her now husband, Jeff. Stephanie reached out for professional help, and began her healing journey. Today, Stephanie is a successful actress on the TV show, Blackstone and the founder of the Stephanie Harpe Experience. Her band was recently nominated in Edmonton's Music Awards for their song, "Rezz Rock" as Indigenous Recording of the Year. On today's episode, Stephanie shares how she reached out for healing, and learned to love herself. Now Stephanie focuses on giving back to the Indigenous community through the