Meet the Team Behind The Journey Home

Bringing powerful stories and healing conversations to the Triangle

The Journey Home is a weekly talk show on WCOM that uplifts voices affected by incarceration, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health challenges, and community trauma. Hosted by Cheryl McDonald with co-host Will Elmore, and produced by Bessie Elmore, the show offers real stories, healing conversations, expert insights, and empowering resources.

Producer & Founder

Bessie Elmore

Producer, The Journey Home | Founder, STSG Transitional House

Bessie Elmore is the producer of The Journey Home and the founder of STSG Transitional House. She is a TEDx speaker, NAMI-certified facilitator, and motivational speaker dedicated to creating spaces for healing, empowerment, and second chances. Bessie works extensively with individuals impacted by incarceration, domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health crises. Her leadership ensures the show connects listeners with powerful stories, real resources, and pathways to transformation

🎤 TEDx Speaker
🧠 NAMI-Certified Facilitator
🏆 32+ Years Experience

"Give a person a fish, and you feed them for a day. Teach a person to fish, and they feed themselves for a lifetime."

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Your Saturday Night Hosts

Host

Cheryl McDonald

Cheryl McDonald is the host of The Journey Home. With a passion for community uplift and justice reform, she guides conversations that bring truth, compassion, and awareness to the airwaves. Cheryl is known for her warm interviewing style and her ability to help guests share their journeys with authenticity and power.

Known For:

Warm interviewing style
Community uplift & justice reform
Authentic conversations

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Co-Host

Will Elmore

Will Mecca Elmore is the co-host of The Journey Home, author of 'Prison From the Inside Out,' and a TEDx speaker. His lived experience and peer support expertise bring depth to every episode. Will is a respected voice in the Triangle community for his work supporting returning citizens and mentoring youth.

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