{"podcast":{"title":"Mel in the Mix","slug":"mel-in-the-mix-7868448","podcast_index_feed_id":7868448,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting/gfYWeVg3.rss","website_url":"https://riverside.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/03c971b4-a614-436a-9202-4f59af036304/logos/659403cc-8176-4a9f-bd06-a10c23d2cc49.jpeg","author":"Melissa Alvelo","episode_count":9,"summary":"Mel in the Mix is a space for the ones who feel everything deeply… the ones who are waking up to something more, but don’t always have the words for it. I’m Mel, a spiritual medium, reiki master, meditation facilitator, and life coach but more than anything, I’m someone who’s walked this path in a very real, human way. Everything I do is rooted in God’s love, His light, and divine protection. My faith is a part of everything here, and I move through this work with intention, prayer, and trust in Him. This podcast is where spirituality, faith, healing, and real life all come together. We’ll talk about spiritual awakening, intuition, signs from loved ones, grief, loss, emotional healing, boundaries, and learning how to trust yourself in a way that feels grounded and safe. Some episodes will feel like conversations. Some will be more reflective. Some may guide you back into your body through simple grounding or meditation. If you’ve ever felt like you’re changing, like something inside of you is shifting, or like you don’t quite fit into the boxes you’ve been given anymore, you’re not alone. And if you’re grieving, missing someone, or trying to make sense of your experiences while st…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T22:17:17.802300+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mel-in-the-mix-7868448"},"episode":{"title":"7: The Spirit of a Little Girl Followed My Niece Home.","slug":"7-the-spirit-of-a-little-girl-followed-my-niece-home","published_at":"2026-07-13T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mel-in-the-mix-7868448/7-the-spirit-of-a-little-girl-followed-my-niece-home","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mel-in-the-mix-7868448","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ff050085b0adc10d98857cc6413c843645aca7b9e18e80b793e466d9f04bda5f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MWMyZTI0Zi01MDk3LTRlMjctYjMzZC02ZTlhMzQ5Yzk2YzciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwM2M5NzFiNC1hNjE0LTQzNmEtOTIwMi00ZjU5YWYwMzYzMDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYjRjNTIzNGY5NDI2ZmExZWJiZGUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1MDMyY2FkNmUwYjIzN2Y1Nzc4MDRmL21lbGlzc2EtYWx2ZWxvcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi03LTEwX18xLTQ2LTE4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ff050085b0adc10d98857cc6413c843645aca7b9e18e80b793e466d9f04bda5f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MWMyZTI0Zi01MDk3LTRlMjctYjMzZC02ZTlhMzQ5Yzk2YzciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwM2M5NzFiNC1hNjE0LTQzNmEtOTIwMi00ZjU5YWYwMzYzMDQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTVlYjRjNTIzNGY5NDI2ZmExZWJiZGUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1MDMyY2FkNmUwYjIzN2Y1Nzc4MDRmL21lbGlzc2EtYWx2ZWxvcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi03LTEwX18xLTQ2LTE4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","summary":"What would you do if you caught a glimpse of a spirit out of the corner of your eye? For years, Mel has had one very clear agreement with Spirit: don’t appear in physical form, and don’t interrupt family time. She chooses when to open herself to communication. So when she caught sight of a little girl out of the corner of her eye during a simple family barbecue at her sisters house, she knew something was different. What she discovered wasn’t something to fear. It was a frightened little girl who had followed Mel’s young niece home after riding the school bus and was too scared to go into the light. In this deeply personal episode, Mel shares one of the most unforgettable experiences of her career as a medium. She takes you through what happened that day, how she came to understand why this little girl was there, and the gentle experience of helping her finally find peace. Along the way, Mel also answers some of the questions she’s asked most often: Can spirits become earthbound? Why do some souls not realize they’ve passed? How do you tell the difference between loving energy and fearful energy? And why should compassion always come before fear? Whether you’re curious about mediumship, wondering what happens after we die, or simply looking for a story that may change the way you see the spirit world, this conversation is one you’ll never forget. Content Note: This episode also includes a brief discussion about the death of someone Mel knew following an overdose. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please take care while listening. In this episode you'll learn: • What it feels like to encounter a spirit unexpectedly • Why some souls become earthbound • How Mel distinguishes loving energy from fear • The role faith plays in helping souls find peace • Why compassion is…","meta_description":"What would you do if you caught a glimpse of a spirit out of the corner of your eye? 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