Why We Started Surreal Life Podcast
What happens when two best friends meet at rock bottom, bond in jail, and later turn their shared stories into a raw, unfiltered podcast? Healing, humor, and a whole lot of real talk. Sirel always dreamed of starting a podcast, and 11 years later, we. No sugarcoating—just us, owning our past, learning from it, and sharing the journey.
A Little Bit About Us
We’re Sirel and Tristan, the voices behind Surreal Life Podcast. Life hasn’t always been easy, but we’ve both come a long way. Sirel, a mom of six, has faced her fair share of challenges—overcoming trauma, learning to heal, and finding strength in the messiness of life. She’s here to share that journey with you, bringing wisdom and warmth to every conversation.
Then there’s Tristan—her partner in crime, laughter, and healing. Tristan’s journey is one of growth and resilience. She’s been through tough times too, and she’s learned to own her story and turn adversity into empowerment. Together, we’ve created Surreal Life to have real, raw conversations about healing, growth, and everything in between.
We’re here to take you along on the roller coaster of life—no filters, no sugarcoating—just us, our stories, and a whole lot of real talk.
Step Into Your True Alignment
Permission To Be is an invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect with your most authentic self. If you’ve ever felt stuck—unsure how to move forward but unwilling to stay where you are—this transformative experience will help you:
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Uncover what’s truly missing
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Realign with your inner voice
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Walk away with renewed clarity, confidence, and peace.
Led by Jana, a compassionate spiritual doula, Permission To Be offers the tools and guidance to step into your power, embrace your truth, and create the life you deserve.
Where to Start?
Want to hear how it all began? Start at Season 1 to dive into the earliest memories of Sirel and
Tristan—the raw, unfiltered stories that laid the foundation for their lives. Or jump right into Season 2!
Start From The Beginning
From childhood trauma to moments of resilience, you’ll hear Sirel open up about being put up for adoption and what it was like growing up with her biological mother. Tristan shares her own battles, navigating chaos, survival, and the choices that shaped her path. It’s real, it’s emotional, and it’s where their healing journey began—together.
Hear The Latest
With the addition of Jana, our friend and spiritual doula, the conversations go even deeper. From uncovering past wounds to exploring new perspectives on healing, this season is where growth meets transformation. Start with our latest season and join us right where we are now.