Foster Care to Filmmaking: Gwen McDowell’s Powerful Journey of Faith, Resilience & Purpose

In this powerful episode of Life Her Podcast, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker, author, and performer Gwendolyn McDowell, whose story will leave you inspired and empowered.After losing her father at a young age and enduring trauma in the foster care system, Gwen turned her pain into purpose—using the power of storytelling, faith, and creativity to heal not only herself but others around the world. She is the visionary behind the acclaimed film Stained Glass and the founder of Blossom Artists and Blossom Fosters Artists (BFA), two platforms dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices through the arts.🎥 We talk about:The inspiration behind Stained GlassHow faith and art saved her lifeBuilding a platform for emerging artistsBreaking barriers as a Black woman in filmWhy your past doesn’t define you—your purpose doesWhether you're a survivor, creative, aspiring filmmaker, or simply someone in need of inspiration—this episode will speak directly to your heart.🔗 Learn more about Gwen’s work:🌐 https://www.blossomartists.com📘 Book: God Speaks🎬 Film: Stained Glass