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This week's episode From the Archives originally aired in May 2022. Hollie and Johnny are joined by Kechi Okwuchi, who miraculously survived a plane crash in 2005. She shares about the crash, her recovery, and what she's doing now. Kechi talks about: ⦁    Growing Up ⦁    Crash ⦁    Rehab ⦁    Faith ⦁    More Than My Scars Episode Links Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kechi Okwuchi, a living example of resilience, faced a life-altering plane crash that left her with burns over 65% of her body. However, Kechi's story is not one of despair, but of hope and positivity. During our live episode, Amber and Rachel caught up with Kechi and learned more about her America's Got Talent experience (including who her favorite judge is!), and what's next with her singing career. Kechi also shared her experience writing a book and tips for others who want to share their story. We closed the episode by talking about how Kechi keeps it real on social media and how she handles negative comments.   ⭐️ Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!  Meet Our Guest Kechi is a Nigerian-born author and powerful singer.  She is an inspirational and TEDx keynote speaker, MBA student, and bullying prevention advocate. Her dramatic story, as well as her impactful messages of resiliency and overcoming combine powerfully to inspire personal and cultural transformation. Kechi found her true voice after her accident- a plane crash that took the lives of 107 of 109 passengers in Nigeria in 2005. Throughout the difficult journey of burns recovery, Kechi was sustained by her Christian faith, her family and her music. She resumed high school in 2009 and in 2015 she graduated First Class from University of St. Thomas, Houston, with a Bachelors in Economics.Becoming a finalist on America's Got Talent 2017 was Kechi's truest dream realized, and on June 10th 2018, she released her debut single, ‘Don't You Dare' on all digital music platforms. She became a burn survivor advocate for multiple organizations, including the hospital she herself was treated at- Shriners Burns Hospitals for Children- now Shriners Children's TX- Galveston, Texas.In 2019, Kechi became a finalist on the premiere season of America's Got Talent: The Champions through Simon Cowell's golden buzzer. Since then, she has become an active ambassador for multiple organizations such as WEMovement, Be Strong Global and the United Nations Foundation #TOGETHERBAND project, advocating for various global causes such as youth empowerment, bullying prevention advocacy, and sustainable living. Kechi's memoir ‘More Than My Scars' released on March 29th, 2022 under Baker Publishing Group, and her self-titled debut album is currently streaming on all digital music platforms. Kechi hopes to use her voice and her story to ignite hope all over the world within those that need it.Links Get your copy of “More Than My Scars” Listen to Kechi's music Follow Kechi on InstagramPodcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by AlloSource! AlloSource is one of the largest human tissue providers, honoring tissue donors by creating innovative skin allografts to help burn surgeons heal patients. Learn more about AlloSource and their continuing education hours by visiting their Resource Marketplace Listing directly on Phoenix Society's website: https://resources.phoenix-society.org/resource-marketplace/allosource.  Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. 

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The first thing you will notice when you meet Kechi Okwuchi is her scars. One of just two survivors of a devastating plane crash that killed more than one hundred people, sixteen-year-old Kechi was left with third-degree burns over 65 percent of her body. More Than My Scars is her incredible story. A story of not just surviving impossible odds but thriving in a world that is too often caught up with how we look on the outside to remember that our true value is within.Today on Connections, Kechi shares her story with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian-born singer, survivor and inspirational speaker. She has overcome tremendous adversity, including a plane crash that killed everyone but two passengers, to become a celebrated performer as a finalist on America's Got Talent and a sought-after motivational figure. Kechi Okwuchi was an only child in Nigeria until she was 11, growing up in a loving family. On December 10th, 2005, she was a 16-year-old on a flight home for Christmas when the plane crashed, killing all but two of the 109 passengers. Kechi suffered third degree burns over 65% of her body and was in a coma for five weeks before waking up to her mother hovering over her with love and care. Kechi had to go through frequent surgeries during her seven-month recovery, but with her mother's support she was able to stay strong and eventually heal. www.kechiofficial.com

Kechi Okwuchi was only 16 when she and one other person survived a plane crash that killed 107 people. Throughout her recovery, Kechi was supported by her family, friends, faith and music. Kechi later became a finalist on America's Got Talent and received Simon Cowell's golden buzzer. She has continued to release her own music and wrote a memoir titled 'More Than My Scars'. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Kechi shares her inspiring story filled with courage, resiliency and hope.  

God's greatest work, says author and speaker Kechi Okwuchi, is a kind of alchemy: He can transform pain into purpose. As one of two survivors of a commercial airline plane crash, Kechi shares her miraculous yet harrowing struggle to survive her trauma, and how she's learned to draw strength from a story she never asked for. Quotes  “What sets you apart as a Christian, as a believer, is that when those bad things happen, it gives you a place to go to, to run to when they happen.” - Kechi Okwuchi “I learned that I need to learn about God for myself, know about Him for myself, so that I can understand how to pray for myself and how to access that feeling and that peaceful feeling like everything's going to be okay.” - Kechi Okwuchi “[I was] seeing God as this transactional figure, where you pray and He gives you results. And so when I didn't get the results I expected after praying, I got very frustrated and I had to deal with that.” - Kechi Okwuchi “Being a Christian does not exempt you from bad things happening to you in this world. That is not what Christianity or the faith is supposed to represent. It doesn't mean that you're suddenly shielded from life. Good and bad things happen to good and bad people.” - Kechi Okwuchi “I pray that anyone who has gone through any kind of trauma, whether it's as visible as mine or invisible, that they somehow are able to grasp the truth: that there is life after trauma to look forward to. Not only life where you survive, but one where you can actually thrive.” - Kechi Okwuchi   Guest's Links Kechi Okwuchi's website Kechi Okwuchi's Facebook Kechi Okwuchi's Twitter Kechi Okwuchi's Instagram Connect with Sally Lloyd-Jones Jesus Storybook Bible Facebook Jesus Storybook Bible Instagram  Sally's website Sally's Facebook Sally's Instagram *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media*  

On December 10, 2005, Kechi was flying home for the Christmas holiday in Nigeria with 60 other high school students and close friends when the plane crashed, leaving her one of only two survivors of the crash. Kechi sustained 3rd degree burns over 65% of her body, with a 30% chance of survival. In 2007, after beginning her recovery in South Africa, Kechi was brought to America to be treated at Shriner's hospital for reconstructive surgery.  In this episode, we talk with Kechi about her road to recovery, how she discovered her love of song, what it was like to be on America's Got Talent and learn more about her new album and memoir. Kechi shares intimate details about her road to recovery, gives her audience words of inspiration, and shares her joy of life with her audience. About Kechi Kechi is a Nigerian-born author and powerful singer.  She is an inspirational and TEDx keynote speaker, MBA student, and bullying prevention advocate. Her dramatic story, as well as her impactful messages of resiliency and overcoming combine powerfully to inspire personal and cultural transformation.   Kechi found her true voice after her accident- a plane crash that took the lives of 107 of 109 passengers in Nigeria in 2005. Throughout the difficult journey of burns recovery, Kechi was sustained by her Christian faith, her family, and her music. Becoming a finalist on America's Got Talent 2017 was Kechi's truest dream realized, and on June 10th, 2018, she released her debut single, ‘Don't You Dare' on all digital music platforms. In 2019, Kechi became a finalist on the premiere season of America's Got Talent: The Champions through Simon Cowell's golden buzzer. Kechi's memoir ‘More Than My Scars' released on March 29th, 2022 under Baker Publishing Group, and her self-titled debut album is currently streaming on all digital music platforms. Kechi hopes to use her voice and her story to ignite hope all over the world within those that need it. Resources from the Show Kechi's websiteListen to Kechi's albumBuy Kechi's bookFollow Kechi on InstagramFollow Kechi on Facebook Phoenix Society's Article About Itch Relief for Burn ScarsDr. Shortee's Burn ButterAquaphorAveenoBio-OilCetaphilBlue Lizard SunscreenWatch Kechi's audition for America's Got TalentThe Body Keeps the ScoreWaking the Tiger: Healing TraumaProfessional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter ManualDonate to Phoenix SocietyContact Phoenix SocietySponsor Girls with Grafts Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! 

Guest, Kechi Okwuchi, Nigerian-American singer and motivational speaker. She was one of the two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005 and a finalist at the twelfth season of America's Got Talent in 2017

We all have our own scars. Maybe they are in obvious places where people ask the story behind them. Or maybe they're internal without anyone knowing about them. No matter what they look like or mean to you…you are more than your scars. On this episode of God Hears Her, plane crash survivor and America's Got Talent finalist, Kechi Okwuchi, shares the story behind her scars with hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy.   About Our Guest: Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian American recording artist and motivational speaker. One of two survivors in a plane crash in 2005, Kechi is now a burn survivor advocate and a national patient ambassador for Shriners Children's Hospital in Galveston, Texas. In 2017, she became a finalist on America's Got Talent and has continued to put out her own original music since the show. She hopes to use her story and musical talents to ignite hope.   Notes and Quotes:  Pain is a strong indicator of life. —Kechi Okwuchi The more I watched my mom's relationship with God, I noticed her unshakable confident faith, and I was curious.—Kechi Okwuchi I was one of two survivors out of 109 passengers on the plane.—Kechi Okwuchi I couldn't understand how God could be good but also let all those children die.—Kechi Okwuchi I used to believe if you believed in God, you were protected from bad things. But my mom helped me realize being a Christian does not stop bad things from happening to you, but it gives you a place to go when bad things happen to you.—Kechi Okwuchi South Africa saved my life, but America gave my life back.—Kechi Okwuchi I had a platform to tell people there is life after trauma.—Kechi Okwuchi   Links:  God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: elisa morgan author Eryn's Instagram: eryneddy Check out Kechi's book More than My Scars

We all have our own scars. Maybe they are in obvious places where people ask the story behind them. Or maybe they're internal without anyone knowing about them. No matter what they look like or mean to you…you are more than your scars. On this episode of God Hears Her, plane crash survivor and America's Got Talent finalist, Kechi Okwuchi, shares the story behind her scars with hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy.   About Our Guest: Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian American recording artist and motivational speaker. One of two survivors in a plane crash in 2005, Kechi is now a burn survivor advocate and a national patient ambassador for Shriners Children's Hospital in Galveston, Texas. In 2017, she became a finalist on America's Got Talent and has continued to put out her own original music since the show. She hopes to use her story and musical talents to ignite hope.   Notes and Quotes:  Pain is a strong indicator of life. —Kechi Okwuchi The more I watched my mom's relationship with God, I noticed her unshakable confident faith, and I was curious.—Kechi Okwuchi I was one of two survivors out of 109 passengers on the plane.—Kechi Okwuchi I couldn't understand how God could be good but also let all those children die.—Kechi Okwuchi I used to believe if you believed in God, you were protected from bad things. But my mom helped me realize being a Christian does not stop bad things from happening to you, but it gives you a place to go when bad things happen to you.—Kechi Okwuchi South Africa saved my life, but America gave my life back.—Kechi Okwuchi I had a platform to tell people there is life after trauma.—Kechi Okwuchi   Links:  God Hears Her website: https://www.godhearsher.org/ God Hears Her newsletter sign-up: https://www.godhearsher.org/signup Subscribe on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-hears-her-podcast/id1511046507?utm_source=applemusic&utm_medium=godhearsher&utm_campaign=podcast Elisa's Instagram: elisa morgan author Eryn's Instagram: eryneddy Check out Kechi's book More than My Scars

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Why do bad things happen? Recording artist, former America's Got Talent finalist, and author of More Than My Scars Kechi Okwuchi asked herself this question after a plane crash changed her life. In this episode of VOICES' Where Ya From? podcast, Kechi joins host Rasool Berry to discuss how to rely on God's unchanging love when faced with unspeakable tragedy. Guest Bio: Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian American recording artist, motivational speaker, author of More Than My Scars, and a former finalist on America's Got Talent in 2017. One of two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005, she became a national patient ambassador for Shriners Children's Texas in Galveston in 2017. She has since been active in events organized by WE Movement—a global youth empowerment organization—speaking and singing to thousands of students at WE Day events all over the country. As a bullying prevention advocate, she has teamed up with the organization Be Strong Global, as well as Instagram and Teen Vogue, to speak out against bullying. She hopes to use her story and her musical talents to ignite hope. Okwuchi lives in Pearland, Texas. Notes & Quotes: “Being a Christian does not exempt you from bad things happening to you. Bad things happen in life to good and bad people.” “[God] is a place of endless replenishment and strength, especially when things are really bad.” “Seeing myself through [God's] eyes is probably the best way to hold on to my confidence. You're never going to be able to come to me to make me feel bad based on my appearance, because God doesn't care about that.” Links Mentioned: Check out Kechi's new book, More Than My Scars. Listen to Kechi's debut album on Spotify and Apple Music. Visit Kechi's website. Learn more about Shriner's Hospital for Children.  Visit our website to sign up for emails. Get new episodes sent straight to your email.  Tell us how much you love Where Ya From? by rating us five stars and leaving us a review.  Check out our VOICES Collection from Our Daily Bread Ministries Follow Where Ya From? on Instagram. Follow VOICES on Instagram. Verses Mentioned: Philippians 4 1 Samuel 16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear an inspiring story of love and acceptance on today's episode of Hope Unabridged, as Kasey and Angie sit down with Nigerian-American singer and motivational speaker, Kechi Okwuchi. The first thing you will notice when you meet Kechi is her scars. One of just two survivors of a devastating plane crash that killed more than 100 people, 16-year-old Kechi was left with third-degree burns over 65 percent of her body. Through it all, Christ has been the key to her perseverance. Her story is not one of just surviving impossible odds, but also thriving in a world that is too often caught up with how we look on the outside rather than seeing that our true value is within. Kechi's memoir ‘More Than My Scars' released on March 29th of this year, and her self-titled debut album is currently streaming on all digital music platforms. Hope Unabridged is hosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins) Music by: Robert Elkins

Plane crash survivor, America's Got Talent finalist, and University of St. Thomas student Kechi Okwuchi discusses her singing career, her work as an anti-bullying advocate, and her book “More Than My Scars.” Thanks for joining me for this episode! I'm a Houston- based attorney, run an HR Consulting company called Claremont Management Group, and am a tenured professor at the University of St. Thomas. I've also written several non-fiction political commentary books: Bad Deal for America (2022) explores the Vegas-style corruption running rampant in Washington DC, while The Decline of America: 100 Years of Leadership Failures (2018) analyzes – and grades – the leadership qualities of the past 100 years of U.S. presidents. You can find my books on Amazon, and me on social media (Twitter @DSchein1, LinkedIn @DavidSchein, Facebook @AuthorDavidSchein, YouTube user/ClaremontManagement). I'd love to hear from you! As always, the opinions expressed in this podcast are mine and my guests' and not the opinions of my university, my company, or the businesses with which I am connected.

Let's be honest. Sometimes things happen and you don't feel crazy blessed. Today's guest, Kechi Okwuchi, was involved in a plane crash when she was 16 years old. She had 3rd degree burns over 65% of her body and there were times she wasn't sure she would make it through. Her book “More than my Scars” discusses her journey and how she found a way to move forward. We feel crazy blessed to hear from this true survivor!

Nigerian-American singer and motivational speaker Kechi Okwuchi joins Blake to talk about her incredible story of how she was one of two survivors in a devastating plane crash, being a finalist on America's Got Talent 12 years later and everything in between. Kechi's new book shares her strong sense of identity, rooted in seeing herself the way God sees her. Listen in as they talk about what it looks like to not only survive after trauma, but to thrive. Kechi is the author of More Than My Scars - available everywhere now! To connect with Alexandra:  Website: kechiofficial.com Facebook: facebook.com/OfficialKechi Instagram: @kechiofficial Twitter: @kechi The Collective is back! Starting this August the monthly membership will be open again. The Collective is a community membership empowering you to navigate real life from a Biblical perspective. Head to thegirlnamedblake.com/collective to learn more and join the waitlist! Stop spending hours at the salon (& $$$) and get a beautiful manicure for under $20 at home with Red Aspen's Nail Dashes. Easy to use, affordable, reusable, & they last 5-8 days! Support the show by shopping at redaspenlove.com/crappychristian

Kechi Okwuchi is a singer and motivational speaker. She was one of the two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005 that claimed 107 lives, 60 of which were her schoolmates.  Kechi spent the next seven months in the hospital with a majority of that time in intensive care and has endured more than 100 surgeries. She credits her faith, family, friends, and singing for keeping her going. She eventually moved to America in 2007 for reconstructive surgery and later enrolled in the University of St. Thomas where she graduated summa cum laude in 2015.   We first learned about Kechi's story when she auditioned on America's Got Talent in 2017 as a singer, and finished the competition as a finalist.  She later participated in America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2019, where Simon Cowell gave her the golden buzzer, sending her straight to the final.  We fell in love with Kechi's talent and story, and were thrilled when she agreed to be a guest on the podcast.  It's one of our favorite interviews ever, so we decided to rebroadcast it since it's been over 3 years since it was first published.    For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/307

So we had a slight COVID-induced break, but we will be back on schedule soon.  The downtime was just an opportunity to find more and more inspiring people and stories.  This week, Teresa starts us off with Kechi Okwuchi, the Nigerian-American singer who made it as a finalist on America's Got Talent despite having been horribly burned in a plane crash.  She refuses to let her scars define her and has gone on to be a music powerhouse and author.  Amy deep dives on Jon Batiste whose New Orleans-influenced jazz will get you out of your seat and dancing- but also it's a sweet, sweet love story.  You are going to love this guy!  Amy wraps it up with a Royal Recap where Princess Diana's sons continue their mother's mission to make a difference to others in this world.  We are back!  And we have got some inspiring to do!#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you.  Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com.Follow us on our social media:Website: https://tangentialinspiration.com/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tangentialinspiration/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Podcast/Tangential-Inspiration-110449931124565/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1TMAC Fitness. 20 Minute Home Workouts Beginner and Advanced Workouts. No equipment. Each Workout Ends with a Meditation. Brand

When the unthinkable happens in our lives, a tragedy or a loss so great, we may not know how we could ever move forward. Perhaps we can find comfort in these words from the Psalms: “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” [Psalm 34:18]  Though our lives may be changed irrevocably from events so dark we can't fathom a way out of our pain, when we turn to God, He listens and brings solace in our most desperate hours.  In this week's episode, unthinkable tragedies weren't the end of the story for our two guests, but the beginning of hard and beautiful work they would do toward bringing comfort and healing to survivors and those experiencing deep loss. At sixteen, Kechi Okwuchi was one of two survivors of a plane crash that claimed the lives of 59 of her classmates and friends. Her will to survive, and her subsequent journey toward becoming a finalist on America's Got Talent as well as becoming an advocate for burn survivors and for victims of bullying was driven by the desire to do something meaningful with her life in honor of her friends and the families they left behind. Singer/Songwriter Anne Wilson lost her brother in a devastating car accident, and ever since then, her songs have been crafted toward bringing healing to others who have also suffered great loss. Both of these women stand in the place of their hurt and heartache to comfort other survivors in finding hope for another day. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Coping with Grief bonus episode Upcoming interview: Kristoffer Polaha Psalm 34:18 NIV   Kechi Okwuchi America's Got Talent More Than My Scars   Anne Wilson “My Jesus” song Grand Ole Opry “No Place Like Home” song My Jesus album   Interview Quotes: “I just remember saying in this faraway voice that didn't even sound like me; ‘I don't know, maybe we should pray.'” - Kechi Okwuchi “The parents of those kids–my friends and my classmates–they were praying for me and they saw my life as the one good thing that came out of [the accident].” - Kechi Okwuchi “I really didn't care about winning—I never did throughout the show. It was just a matter of gratitude that I even made it this far, and I ended up with a more, I think, substantial gift than just being on [America's Got Talent].” - Kechi Okwuchi “We all have it within us to access the strength needed to overcome obstacles that are before us.” - Kechi Okwuchi “To be able to know and have the truth that Jacob is with Jesus, that's what got us through. And that's what is our anchor, especially now, knowing that God is using his story for good, has been such a blessing to our lives.” - Anne Wilson “I wanted to write songs that specifically spoke to people walking through deep pain and loss.” - Anne Wison ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel: Audio Playlist: https://bit.ly/2PrbuwH Video Playlist: https://bit.ly/2PsmEkJ What's Good? Playlist: https://bit.ly/3i7VUlZ ________________________  Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Jesus Calling Website

This podcast from John O'Leary and his guest Kechi Okwuchi, is full of so much emotion and tons of life lessons - I got so much from it that I know I need to listen to it again.  Check it out HERE:   https://johnolearyinspires.com/podcast/archive/kechi-okwuchi/   My thoughts just barely scratch the surface.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on – especially my blog page where I am back to blogging now.

I'm honored to share a story of not just surviving impossible odds but thriving in a world that is too often caught up with how we look on the outside rather than seeing that our true value is within.   When Kechi Okwuchi was 16 years old, she was one of just two survivors of a devastating plane crash that killed more than 100 people, many of them her classmates.   Spending months in hospital recovering from the third-degree burns that covered more than 65% of her body, Kechi learned the power of perseverance, unrelenting faith and music's profound ability to heal.   With courage, honesty and wit, Kechi shares her journey of healing, her fortitude in becoming a finalist on America's Got Talent and her boldness in choosing to not be defined by her scars.   This conversation will give you the hope, strength and boldness to face life's challenges directly.   Learn more about the Live Inspired Podcast at JohnOLearyInspires.com.

Over the last five years, we have heard incredible story after incredible story, and this week, you can add another to that list. Kechi was thrown many challenges, but to hear her not just survive, but what she is now doing, is remarkable. We can't wait for you to hear Kechi Okwuchi. Kechi talks about: ⦁    Growing Up ⦁    Crash ⦁    Rehab ⦁    Faith ⦁    More Than My Scars   Episode Links   Why Me Project: @whymeprojectpodcast Know someone with an incredible story? Have a question, comment, or concern? Ask us anything! Email whymeproject@faithstrongtoday.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first thing you will notice when you meet Kechi Okwuchi is her scars. One of just two survivors of a devastating plane crash that killed more than one hundred people, sixteen-year-old Kechi was left with third-degree burns over 65 percent of her body. More Than My Scars is her incredible story. A story of not just surviving impossible odds but thriving in a world that is too often caught up with how we look on the outside to remember that our true value is within. Today on Connections, Kechi shares her story with us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One day can change everything. No one knows that better than Kechi Okwuchi. She was just a teenager when a day of travel changed everything. Ultimately, her journey brought her closer to God. She's written a book about persevering in the midst of what would have caused so many others to turn from their faith. … Continue reading 068 Terese Talk: More Than Scars →

Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian American recording artist, author, and motivational speaker. One of two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005, that killed 100 people, she was a finalist on America's Got Talent in 2017 and has put out her own original music since her appearance on the hit TV show. As a burn survivor, one of the first things you will notice when you meet Kechi Okwuchi is her scars that cover her body, but Kechi has refused to be defined by them. Kechi shares her incredible journey with us — a story of not just surviving impossible odds but thriving in a world that is too often caught up with how we look on the outside rather than seeing that our true value is within. Kechi has spent the last 16 years refusing to be defined by her trauma. Kechi's strong sense of identity, rooted in seeing herself the way God sees her, has allowed her to live authentically in a world that constantly seeks to define us by its ever-changing (and ever-shallow) standards. Kechi's story will inspire you to see yourself through God's eyes and confidently present your true self to the world.

Two Loyola Jesuit College alumni have an honest conversation about the good, the bad, and the beautiful of their LJC experience. Somkele Awa-Kalu and I told stories, interpreted our childhood memories on bullying, flawed teachers, academic pressure, and the plane crash that killed 60 of our schoolmates on December 10, 2005.  Listen to the episode featuring Kechi Okwuchi:  https://bit.ly/31lizIp  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theyounggodpod/message

J.R. wants to start a band and asks his guest, Kechi Okwuchi, to join him. Kechi is a Singer, Motivational Speaker, Bullying Prevention Advocate, and a 2017 America's Got Talent finalist. In this episode, J.R. chats with Kechi on how she grew her passion for music and went on to audition for America's Got Talent. Kechi shares her recovery from a traumatic plane crash accident and her journey of reconciling her faith and uncovering what it really means to be a Christian. Kechi is also out with a new book, More Than My Scars, which takes a hard look at what truly defines you.   Key Takeaways Why did Kechi start singing? She always sang, but singing became her therapy/escape because it was the only thing that she could do that didn't hurt (after the accident).  What inspired Kechi to audition for America's Got Talent?  There were a lot of moments after the audition where she could say no but she was the one who decided in the end to keep pushing through to see what happens. Kechi was involved in a plane crash in Nigeria when she was 16 years old where, out of 109 people on the plane, there were only two survivors. She shares her experience.  Kechi and 60 of her school friends were on that flight, coming home for Christmas. She woke up from a coma five weeks later with third degree burns over 65% of her body. Kechi did not know she was only one out of two survivors until four months later. It was a huge burden to bear and she cried for days.  J.R. tries to put himself in her position. He was a burn survivor at 19 vs. her being 16. Despite just a three year age difference, there's a big mindset leap between those ages. What helped Kechi through her depression?   Kechi was born into a Christian household. She knew what it meant to be a Christian theoretically, but did not understand how He could take so many of her friends away. She and her mom talked a lot during this time. She was questioning her relationship with God, but her mom told her, “Kechi, the truth is being a Christian does not exempt you from experiencing bad things.” Kechi's mother wrote a book about the experience and shared some of her personal journals she had written at the time. Did Kechi learn something new after reading the book?  Reading through the book she realized that no one around her focused or even mentioned how she looked. They only encouraged her to get better, and that helped her focus on that. Music was very important to her recovery because it was something that didn't matter what physical capacity she had because she still could sing. That was something that the accident didn't take away from her.  Her physical therapist realized how much she loved to sing and suggested making music a part of her therapy.  That has been the best suggestion of her life. What was it like standing in front of Simon Cowell and singing on America's Got Talent?  Kechi shares how America's Got Talent gave her so many opportunities. It's not just about singing for it, but also being an ambassador for burn survivors and helping give them a voice. Remember, not all injuries are external. They can also be internal trauma people are going through that they are not necessarily showing to others. Kechi is passionate about fighting against bullying as well. She shares that when they first moved to America, her little sister was intensely bullied and it was painful to watch.  Kechi feels very blessed to work with so many inspiring organizations and people. There is so much to life after trauma.   Continue On Your Journey JRmartinez.com J.R. on Instagram J.R. on Facebook J.R. on Twitter J.R. Youtube Channel Kechiofficial.com Kechi on Instagram Kechi on Facebook Kechi on Twitter Refined for Rebirth Book by Ijeoma Okwuchi We.org/en-US Bestrong.global   Did you enjoy today's episode? If so, please head over to iTunes and leave a review. Help others discover the REBIRTH podcast so they, too, can be inspired and motivated by the stories shared in these episodes.

"Who am I without my beauty?" a conversation about self-confidence, radical self-acceptance, and making peace with the fast featuring Kechi Okwuchi, a plane crash survivor. My First interview with Kechi (2016): https://bit.ly/3CnqQsN ------- DONATE: https://paystack.com/pay/theyounggod https://instagram.com/theyoungggodpod https://twitter.com/iamtheyounggod https://instagram.com/rodneyavo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theyounggodpod/message

"Hardships often prepare ordinary people for extraordinary things.” - C.S Lewis. Kechi talks about how writing her upcoming book had her revisit the very painful memories she had locked away for so long. My First interview with Kechi (2016): https://bit.ly/3CnqQsN --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theyounggodpod/message

Plane crash survivor, Artist, Motivational Speaker, America’s Got Talent Finalist, and so on. Kechi Okwuchi has overcome great amount of challenges to get where she is today. Kechi advises confidence is about accepting yourself not about your personality, despite what the world says about you. She also talks about validation and how powerful it can be and to be careful where we get it from. Guest: Kechi Okwuchi Host: Seun Phillips

This week’s episode may just be one of the most important episodes we’ve ever published.  We are so honored to have Kechi Okwuchi on the Dream Big Podcast.  You may recognize her name because Kechi was Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer on America’ Got Talent and she has been Eva’s guest before.   If you know Kechi’s story, you know that she survived a horrific plane crash as a teenager and suffered burns all over her body.  While Kechi has not let the injuries that she suffered in this tragic incident destroy her dreams, bullies continue to poke fun and say awful things about Kechi’s physical appearance.  We know that bullies and cyberbullies are a HUGE problem in our schools and online -- so we thought there was no better person for Eva to ask about how to react when you come across a bully.  With school starting back up this month for most students -- whether that will be in-person or virtual -- Kechi’s advice can not be more timely.   Thank you so much Kechi for your wisdom, your courage, and being a friend of Eva and the Dream Big Podcast.  We love you!   Show notes at DreamBigPodcast.com/213

This is a big one! Bernie and Chimdi welcome singer, superstar and overcomer Kechi Okwuchi who became a global sensation after bringing down the house week after week on America's Got Talent. We talk about her experience on the show, the judges, her work inspiring burn survivors and take a trip down memory lane. Make sure you listen all the way through for an exclusive announcement(sort of)!As always, don't forget to like, subscribe, review and share feedback with us.Follow us on twitter and instagram @thetalkshoppod - https://www.instagram.com/thetalkshoppod/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/TheTalkShopPodFollow kechii on instagram @kechiofficialhttps://www.instagram.com/kechiofficial/?hl=en

The Living Full Out show with Nancy Solari encourages you to think about the people or things that you are grateful for in your life. Perhaps you failed to obtain the dream job you were aiming for originally. It could be that you and your partner are in a fight. By remaining grateful for the positives in your life, you can overcome the obstacles you are faced with.Our first caller, Joe, needs advice on types of activities to participate in during quarantine. Nancy reminds him of the importance of alternating between alone time and enjoying board games with others. She also recommended him to switch up the atmosphere in his house or apartment by opening a window or playing cards by candlelight. Tune in to hear how it is possible to enjoy life in a new way by looking at your situation in a different light. Our inspirational guest, Kechi Okwuchi, is a Nigerian-born singer who lived through a plane crash on December 10, 2005. She was one of two survivors out of a total of 109 passengers. She suffered third degree burns over 65% of her body and had undergone multiple intensive surgical procedures in South Africa. Instead of succumbing to survivors’ guilt, Kechi decided to keep moving forward and honor the lives of those who passed away by continuing to work and accomplish her goals. She relied on her faith and family as a support system, and finished high school in America and went on to college. She later auditioned for America’s Got Talent and became a top 10 finalist. Listen in to hear how Kechi speaks about how she is thankful for the wonderful people who assisted her through her obstacles, making her a better person. Our final caller, Parisha, needs recommendations on how to decline her mother’s cooking in favor of healthier options so she can lose weight. Nancy advises her to start slowly and ask her mother to make small changes to the meal, like leaving the salad dressing to the side. Another option Nancy suggested was preparing a separate meal from her family while still eating with them. By taking control of your physical wellness, you can live an active and joyful life.Maybe your plans or goals for the future have changed unexpectedly. It could be that you were hoping to travel around the world but had to use the money you saved for an unplanned event. If we instead cherish the little moments with the people we love, it can be more priceless than any scheduled trip. By being grateful for the happiness found in everyday life, we can live full out.

The Living Full Out show with Nancy Solari encourages you to think about the people or things that you are grateful for in your life. Perhaps you failed to obtain the dream job you were aiming for originally. It could be that you and your partner are in a fight. By remaining grateful for the positives in your life, you can overcome the obstacles you are faced with.Our first caller, Joe, needs advice on types of activities to participate in during quarantine. Nancy reminds him of the importance of alternating between alone time and enjoying board games with others. She also recommended him to switch up the atmosphere in his house or apartment by opening a window or playing cards by candlelight. Tune in to hear how it is possible to enjoy life in a new way by looking at your situation in a different light. Our inspirational guest, Kechi Okwuchi, is a Nigerian-born singer who lived through a plane crash on December 10, 2005. She was one of two survivors out of a total of 109 passengers. She suffered third degree burns over 65% of her body and had undergone multiple intensive surgical procedures in South Africa. Instead of succumbing to survivors’ guilt, Kechi decided to keep moving forward and honor the lives of those who passed away by continuing to work and accomplish her goals. She relied on her faith and family as a support system, and finished high school in America and went on to college. She later auditioned for America’s Got Talent and became a top 10 finalist. Listen in to hear how Kechi speaks about how she is thankful for the wonderful people who assisted her through her obstacles, making her a better person. Our final caller, Parisha, needs recommendations on how to decline her mother’s cooking in favor of healthier options so she can lose weight. Nancy advises her to start slowly and ask her mother to make small changes to the meal, like leaving the salad dressing to the side. Another option Nancy suggested was preparing a separate meal from her family while still eating with them. By taking control of your physical wellness, you can live an active and joyful life.Maybe your plans or goals for the future have changed unexpectedly. It could be that you were hoping to travel around the world but had to use the money you saved for an unplanned event. If we instead cherish the little moments with the people we love, it can be more priceless than any scheduled trip. By being grateful for the happiness found in everyday life, we can live full out.

February 8, 2020 | LTC Allen West, Alan Dershowitz, Kechi Okwuchi | HUCKABEE by Huckabee

If you watch America's Got Talent then you know the name Kechi. Her story is remarkable as she was one of two survivors of a plane crash that burned 65% of her body. But in this podcast you will get to hear how she has overcome that trial and how through the hardship she literally found her voice. Get some tissues and listen in to the podcast. Find out more about Kechi at https://www.kechiofficial.com/welcome

1. Our complete list of every single haunted house, corn maze and pumpkin patch is out for Halloween! Plus, how to make your own Halloween Tree. 2. We'll tell you how you can win a personal meet and greet with "America's Got Talent" Kechi Okwuchi. 3. It's National Taco Day, we'll tell you where to find the best taco in Salt Lake City.

4.18.27The Living Full Out Show with Nancy Solari wants you to assert control over your circumstances. Perhaps there was a period where you fell on hard times or suffered a loss. Maybe you had trouble finding the motivation to make an important change and felt defeated as a result. Remembering that you are the of author your life story can give you a sense of empowerment. Choosing to look past the negative experiences you’ve had can get you to focus on having success.Our first caller is Katie, who is unsure of what she wants to do after graduating college. Nancy instructs Katie to view the lack of definite answers as a chance to be open to new opportunities. Katie can use flexibility to pursue a career that aligns with her passion. When she focuses on living in the moment, Katie can allow each experience she makes to shape her plans and free herself from being compared to others.Our second caller is Ashley, who is balancing nursing school along with trying to be available to her friends and family. Nancy tells Ashley to schedule in time to spend with those she loves to make them feel important. Finding ways to show each person that Ashley cares can be more impactful then spreading herself thin. Coming up with a plan to be a support when Ashley is physically somewhere else can be a tool to self-care.Our inspirational guest is Kechi Okwuchi, a plane crash survivor. After over 60% of her body was covered in third degree burns, Kechi had to learn patience to stay strong during numerous surgeries. By clinging to a support system, Kechi resolved to renew her purpose and serve as inspiration to the families of the crash victims. Through risk taking and staying open to new possibilities, Kechi found success on America’s Got Talent, regaining power over tragedy.Our final caller is Corey, who is having difficulty feeling inspired in life and career goals. Nancy shows Corey to find what trait is best about himself and use it to find a job he likes. Corey can move past his fear of rejection by asking the people around him about their feelings and areas he can improve on. Keeping his doubts in perspective, Corey can create goals without limiting his options.Sometimes you may feel defined by something you did or happened to you in the past. You may find it difficult to move beyond the ghosts of mistakes and are held captive by anxiety. Instead of dwelling on what happened, set goals to change the direction of your life. By resolving to create a path forward that challenges expectations, you can regain control and live full out.

4.18.27The Living Full Out Show with Nancy Solari wants you to assert control over your circumstances. Perhaps there was a period where you fell on hard times or suffered a loss. Maybe you had trouble finding the motivation to make an important change and felt defeated as a result. Remembering that you are the of author your life story can give you a sense of empowerment. Choosing to look past the negative experiences you’ve had can get you to focus on having success.Our first caller is Katie, who is unsure of what she wants to do after graduating college. Nancy instructs Katie to view the lack of definite answers as a chance to be open to new opportunities. Katie can use flexibility to pursue a career that aligns with her passion. When she focuses on living in the moment, Katie can allow each experience she makes to shape her plans and free herself from being compared to others.Our second caller is Ashley, who is balancing nursing school along with trying to be available to her friends and family. Nancy tells Ashley to schedule in time to spend with those she loves to make them feel important. Finding ways to show each person that Ashley cares can be more impactful then spreading herself thin. Coming up with a plan to be a support when Ashley is physically somewhere else can be a tool to self-care.Our inspirational guest is Kechi Okwuchi, a plane crash survivor. After over 60% of her body was covered in third degree burns, Kechi had to learn patience to stay strong during numerous surgeries. By clinging to a support system, Kechi resolved to renew her purpose and serve as inspiration to the families of the crash victims. Through risk taking and staying open to new possibilities, Kechi found success on America’s Got Talent, regaining power over tragedy.Our final caller is Corey, who is having difficulty feeling inspired in life and career goals. Nancy shows Corey to find what trait is best about himself and use it to find a job he likes. Corey can move past his fear of rejection by asking the people around him about their feelings and areas he can improve on. Keeping his doubts in perspective, Corey can create goals without limiting his options.Sometimes you may feel defined by something you did or happened to you in the past. You may find it difficult to move beyond the ghosts of mistakes and are held captive by anxiety. Instead of dwelling on what happened, set goals to change the direction of your life. By resolving to create a path forward that challenges expectations, you can regain control and live full out.

Brains... The Edge got Talent  Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian-American singer and motivational speaker. She was one of the two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005 and a finalist at the 12th season of America's Got Talent in 2017.  Becoming a finalist on America’s Got Talent 2017 was Kechi’s dream realized, and on June 10th 2018, she released her first ever single, ‘Don’t You Dare’ on all music platforms. She has since become a travelling artiste, inspirational speaker and burn survivor advocate for multiple burn survivor organizations, including Shriners Burns Hospitals. In 2019, she became a finalist on America’s Got Talent: The Champions through Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer and Kechi has now chosen to forge ahead on a path that allows her to explore both business and artistic opportunities henceforth.    

Kechi Okwuchi is a Nigerian-born self-taught singer and plane crash survivor. Since becoming a finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2017, she has become a traveling artist, inspirational speaker and burn survivor advocate. Throughout the difficult journey of her burns recovery, Kechi was sustained by her faith, her family and her music. On June 10th, 2018, she released her first single, "Don't You Dare," on all music platforms, and in 2019, she became a finalist on America's Got Talent: The Champions through Simon Cowell's "golden buzzer." Kechi has now chosen to forge ahead on a path that allows her to explore both business and artistic opportunities.   On this gripping podcast episode of Finding Your Summit, Kechi Okwuchi shares her experience as one of two survivors from a major plane crash in 2005, and she discusses the role that music played in her long journey to recovery. Kechi's compelling story is one of hope & perseverance; I have no doubt you’ll take as much inspiration from this episode as I have.   Kechi shares her experience as one of two survivors from the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash in December 2005 that claimed 107 lives, 60 of which were her school mates. She sustained 3rd-degree burns over 65% of her body.   Kechi talks about how her life was saved in a South African hospital and how Shriner's Hospital in Galveston, TX gave her back her life and independence via reconstructive surgery.   Kechi discusses how music kept her connected even while she was in a coma and how it actually became part of her prescribed therapy. Kechi recalls how her singing voice mysteriously improved after the crash as she found her true voice on a home karaoke machine and in a church choir.   Kechi shares her journey of being submitted as a contestant to America's Got Talent by a friend and what it felt like to be a finalist on America's Got Talent (2017) and America's Got Talent: The Champions (2019).   Kechi recalls the emotions she faced as her life took a stunning new trajectory into a professional singing career and how America’s Got Talent became a platform for her to be an Ambassador of Hope for other victims of trauma.   You don’t want to miss the end of the podcast where Kechi hints at the release of some upcoming projects and may even treat us to a solo Acapella! The Wreckage:   With each of my podcast episodes I intend to bring you stories of overcoming adversity and discovering victory. The story of Kechi Okwuchi exemplifies this beyond any other that I can think of. The trauma of experiencing and surviving a major plane crash as a teenager and then going down a multi-year road of recovery could have been debilitating. All of her classmates were killed and she experienced 3rd-degree burns on over 65% of her body. Many people never make it back from an experience like this and they become defined by their tragedy.   But something different happened with Kechi. She held onto her love for music and remained grateful for the doctors and hospitals that saved and restored her life. Kechi’s music became her therapy and ultimately her pathway to a summit greater than she could’ve ever imagined. The Rise:   Kechi wasn’t discontent with starting small - singing on her home karaoke machine and in her church choir. She set goals to continue her academic training and accomplished those goals one after another. Her goals weren’t to be famous; they were to keep moving forward and as a result she is now a touring singer and inspirational speaker. Kechi’s scars don't define her.   As I watched the video of Kechi singing on stage I saw what the judges and America saw: a woman who’s inner beauty blossomed as she expressed herself through song. I truly believe she is more than a "one-hit wonder". She reminds me of Kelly Clarkson, a singer that has the type of talent, range, and versatility that can endure. Kechi Okwuchi is a walking reminder for us that there's life after trauma. She has utilized her visibility on America’s Got Talent as a platform to be an Ambassador of Hope to other burn victims. She knows that is she can inspire just one person each day then she’s made a difference, and boy is she doing that! Links to Additional Resources   Kechi Website: www.kechiofficial.com/ Kechi Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialKechi/ Kechi Instagram: www.instagram.com/kechi_agt/ Mark Pattison Website: www.markpattisonnfl.com Finding Your Summit Website: www.findingyoursummit.com Mark Pattison Instagram: www.instagram.com/nfl2sevensummits Free 10 Question Assessment: https://www.findingyoursummit.net/assessment/test?id=1

Kechi Okwuchi is a singer and motivational speaker. She was one of the two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005 that claimed 107 lives, 60 of which were her schoolmates.  Kechi spent the next seven months in the hospital with a majority of that time in intensive care and has endured more than 100 surgeries. She credits her faith, family, friends, and singing for keeping her going.  We first learned about Kechi’s story when she auditioned on America’s Got Talent in 2017 as a singer, and finished the competition as a finalist. She later participated in America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2019, where Simon Cowell gave her the golden buzzer, sending her straight to the final.  We fell in love with Kechi’s talent and story, and were thrilled when she agreed to be a guest on the podcast. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/130

Kechi Okwuchi, planecrash survivor and former contestant on NBC's America's Got Talent, shares her story, hope and amazing voice.

Loraine Ballard Morrill interviews Kechi Okwuchi, a burn survivor and “America's Got Talent” finalist will be the Keynote speaker for American Trauma Society, Pennsylvania Division's annual conference. In 2005, Kechi boarded a local airplane to head home for the holidays from boarding school. The airplane crashed and killed 107 out of 109 passengers. She suffered third degree burns over 65 percent of her body and has since undergone multiple intensive surgical procedures. Kechi will present “Kechi Okwuchi: A Burn Survivor's Story of Resilience” during ATSPA's annual conference banquet on Wednesday, March 14th at 5:00 PM at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. Also interviewed - American Trauma Society, Pennsylvania Division CEO Krista Brands about the mission of the organization to prevent traumatic injury and deaths through education. https://www.atspa.org/

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Darren Sudman, co-founder of Simon's Heart - an organization dedicated to raising awareness about sudden cardiac arrest among children - especially teen athletes. http://simonsheart.org/ Loraine also interviews Kechi Okwuchi, a burn survivor and “America's Got Talent” finalist will be the Keynote speaker for American Trauma Society, Pennsylvania Division's annual conference. In 2005, Kechi boarded a local airplane to head home for the holidays from boarding school. The airplane crashed and killed 107 out of 109 passengers. She suffered third degree burns over 65 percent of her body and has since undergone multiple intensive surgical procedures. Kechi will present “Kechi Okwuchi: A Burn Survivor's Story of Resilience” during ATSPA's annual conference banquet on Wednesday, March 14th at 5:00 PM at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. Also interviewed - American Trauma Society, Pennsylvania Division CEO Krista Brands about the mission of the organization to prevent traumatic injury and deaths through education. https://www.atspa.org/

Kechi Okwuchi, a phenomenal young lady, gives a speech at TedxEuston about knowing yourself. A plane crash survivor, with multiple severe burns, which required her to undergo extensive surgeries, Kechi hung on tenaciously to life. She went on to graduate magna cum laude from college in 2015. Her words are sure to influence you positively.