In this episode, sit down with Emmalese Schultz who, at just 17 years old, is already becoming a force to be reckoned with both on and off the stage.

Four years ago, Emmalese was battling leukemia, a fight that tested her strength, resilience, and determination in unimaginable ways.

In this episode, Emily opens up about using music as a lifeline through treatment, what it meant to release her debut single "Endless Ties," and how she's helping launch TTA's new music division, TTA Sounds.

Her story stands as a triumph of a journey defined by courage, resilience, and unwavering determination, even in the darkest seasons.

Key themes:

Resilience & Healing - Emma’s cancer diagnosis, treatment, relapse, and recovery. The shock, fear, and ultimately being cancer‑free while continuing treatment
Music as Therapy - Writing and singing become how Emma processes trauma and gives her purpose
Vulnerability & Performance - The recording studio and live performance experiences reveal vulnerability (sick during sessions, nervous on stage) and growth in confidence.
Support, Family & Community
Coping Practices - Practical tools – exercise, grounding (bare feet in grass), breathing, all help manage anxiety and maintain focus.

Find Emmalese on social media platforms

‘Endless Ties’ is available to stream on Spotify and Apple Music

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