Raise The Anchor

Raise the Anchor- is a transformative podcast hosted by Melissa Burbridge, where ordinary people share extraordinary stories of life-changing moments.

From overcoming health challenges like a life-saving liver transplant to bold decisions like a career pivot or adopting a life-altering diet, each episode dives into the pivotal moments that reshaped lives for the better. Through Melissa's thoughtful interviews and powerful narratives, "Raise the Anchor" inspires listeners to let go of what holds them back and set sail toward a brighter future.

Join Melissa each week for stories that will spark inspiration, ignite courage, and remind you that it’s never too late to rewrite your story.

Host

Melissa Burbridge

Melissa Burbridge is a mother, nurse, and storyteller with a passion for turning pain into purpose. After walking through burnout, chronic illness, and career reinvention, she found healing—and a calling to help others do the same.

Now serving as a Nursing Services Manager, Melissa brings compassion, curiosity, and real-life grit to every episode of Raise the Anchor. Her mission? To share unfiltered stories of resilience, reinvention, and rising after life knocks us down. Through solo episodes and deeply personal interviews, she invites listeners to anchor themselves in truth, growth, and change from within.