In this inspiring episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with acclaimed author, humanitarian, and founder of Orphans Africa, M.E. Torrey (Michelle Torrey) — whose life reads like a novel itself.
From a childhood spent across Europe, to escaping an emotionally abusive marriage at 23 with three babies in diapers, to earning degrees, teaching science, launching a writing career, and founding an international nonprofit… M.E. Torrey’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.
In this episode, viewers will discover:
⭐ How she overcame staggering adversity and rebuilt her life from scratch
⭐ What led her from microbiology labs to award-winning authorship
⭐ The emotional and historical journey behind “Fox Creek,” her deeply researched adult novel on slavery
⭐ Why she founded Orphans Africa, now supporting students across six campuses in Tanzania
⭐ Her fearless approach to justice, storytelling, and truth-seeking
This episode is a masterclass in courage, resilience, purpose, and the power of one voice to create global impact.
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