The Lost Love Stories

The Lost Love Stories with Kate and her son Daniel: Addiction, Prison and Unbreakable Love

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463511/fan_mail/new] In this deeply moving and eye-opening episode of The Lost Love Stories, Pam sits down with longtime friend Kate Boccia to share the heartbreaking and complicated story of her son, Daniel Boccia. What began as a seemingly “normal” suburban upbringing slowly evolved into a devastating journey through addiction, incarceration, systemic failure, and unimaginable grief. Kate candidly shares how Daniel’s opioid addiction began during the height of America’s prescription pill crisis, eventually leading to heroin addiction, incarceration, trauma, and ultimately his death from fentanyl in 2021. But this episode is about far more than addiction. It’s about motherhood. Shame. Survival. The hidden grief families carry when someone they love enters the prison system. It’s about what happens when punishment replaces healing — and what true rehabilitation could look like if we chose humanity over stigma. Kate also shares how her pain transformed into purpose through the creation of the National Incarceration Association, where she now advocates for incarcerated individuals and their families while fighting for meaningful criminal justice reform. This conversation is raw, emotional, and incredibly important. In this episode, we discuss: *  How addiction quietly entered Daniel’s life  *  The opioid crisis and its impact on families  *  Parenting through addiction and legal trouble  *  The trauma of incarceration for both inmates and families  *  PTSD and post-incarceration syndrome  *  Why rehabilitation inside prisons matters  *  The stigma families face when a loved one is incarcerated  *  Turning grief into advocacy and action  *  Finding purpose after unimaginable loss  If you’ve ever loved someone struggling with addiction, incarceration, or mental health challenges — or if you’ve ever wondered what families behind these stories endure — this episode will stay with you. 🎧 Listen with an open heart. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/IZ4fqVwjuVg To learn more about Kate and The NIA visit:   https://joinnia.com/ Email thelostlovestories@gmail.com with comments, questions or to be considered as a guest on show.

The Lost Love Stories with Tiffany & Her Husband Justin: Love, Trauma, and Surviving the Unthinkable

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463511/fan_mail/new] This episode contains discussions of homicide, trauma, PTSD, self-harm, substance use, and grief. Please listen with care and prioritize your mental health if these topics are difficult for you. In this deeply emotional and profoundly honest episode, Pam sits down with Tiffany Mourning to share the extraordinary love story she built with her husband, Justin — a relationship full of laughter, music, adventure, devotion, and fierce friendship. From their unforgettable first meeting at a Halloween party to late-night karaoke in downtown Alpharetta, Tiffany paints a vivid picture of a marriage rooted in joy, playfulness, loyalty, and genuine partnership. She shares how Justin showed up for her in life’s hardest moments — from caring for aging parents to building a life together through grief, parenting, career changes, and cross-country moves. The conversation then turns to the unimaginable: the night Justin was murdered while the couple walked through downtown Alpharetta after a date night. Tiffany bravely recounts the trauma of surviving the shooting, the devastating aftermath for their children and community, and the complex layers of grief, PTSD, survival mode, and healing that followed. This episode is not only about devastating loss — it’s also about what happens after. Tiffany speaks candidly about trauma therapy, EMDR, sobriety, residential treatment, self-forgiveness, and learning how to rebuild a life after violent loss. Her vulnerability offers a powerful reminder that healing is not linear, and no one should have to navigate grief alone. Watch the video on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/ggbHntAr5ZI #TheLostLoveStories #WidowJourney #GriefSupport #LoveAfterLoss #TraumaHealing #HealingAfterLoss #WidowLife #PTSDRecovery #SurvivingTrauma #GriefPodcast #LossAndHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #HomicideSurvivor #LifeAfterLoss #WidowSupport #HealingJourney Email thelostlovestories@gmail.com with comments, questions or to be considered as a guest on show.

The Lost Love Stories with Anne & Ted: Grief, Friendship, and What We Miss About Everyday Loss

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463511/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Lost Love Stories, I sit down with Anne Keeton—a certified Grief Recovery Specialist and someone who has deeply impacted my own journey—to talk about her best friend, Ted. Their relationship was deeply connected, honest, and full of laughter—what Anne describes as one of the “cleanest” friendships she’s ever had. When Ted was diagnosed with cancer, Anne stepped into a unique caregiving role, walking alongside him through a year-and-a-half journey that would ultimately end in loss. But this conversation goes far beyond that loss. Anne shares powerful insight into what grief actually is—and how it shows up in ways most of us don’t recognize. From unmet expectations to everyday life transitions, grief is often much broader than we think. We talk about: * Why time alone doesn’t heal grief * How unresolved grief builds over time * And the idea that staying in pain is not the same as honoring someone we love This episode is thoughtful, honest, and incredibly helpful—whether you’ve lost someone or are carrying something you haven’t quite been able to name. Because grief isn’t just something we experience once… it’s something we learn how to move through. To learn more about Anne and grief recovery, visit her website: https://annekeeton.com/ Watch the video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fmccMg8V3Fs Email thelostlovestories@gmail.com with comments, questions or to be considered as a guest on show.

The Lost Love Stories with Elle & Her Husband Paul: Sudden Loss, Resilience, and Choosing Optimism

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463511/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Lost Love Stories,  I sit down with Elle Davis—speaker, author, and founder of The Ellevate Group—to talk about her husband, Paul, and a love that started unexpectedly but quickly became something undeniable. From a 12-hour first date to a deeply connected marriage, their story was full of faith, laughter, and meaning. But in an instant, everything changed. At just 36 years old, with a two-year-old daughter at home, Elle lost her husband suddenly—turning an ordinary day into one that would change her life forever.  What follows is a powerful conversation about navigating unimaginable loss and the choice to move forward. Elle shares how she began to rebuild, what resilience really looks like, and how she now helps others find their way through life’s hardest moments. This episode is a reminder that while grief may shape us… it doesn’t have to define us. Connect with Elle: Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/elledavisspeaks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elledavisspeaks/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldavismsw/ Website: www.ellevategroup.us Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YbtVNNVZSBo Email thelostlovestories@gmail.com with comments, questions or to be considered as a guest on show.

The Lost Love Stories with Margarete & Her Daughter Jena: Signs, Strength, and Living Forward After Loss

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2463511/fan_mail/new] Some relationships are built over decades—through shared struggles, deep understanding, and the kind of connection that only comes from walking a similar path. In this episode of The Lost Love Stories, I sit down with my dear friend Margarete Cassalina. We met over 20 years ago through the cystic fibrosis community, both raising children with the same diagnosis. And like so many relationships formed in hard places, ours became something lasting and deeply meaningful. Today, we talk about her daughter, Jena. Margarete doesn’t say Jena “died.” She says Jena moved up. And as you listen, you begin to understand why. Jena was vibrant, strong-willed, and wise far beyond her 13 years. What she left behind isn’t just memories—it’s a presence that Margarete still feels every day. This conversation isn’t just about loss—it’s about what comes after. You’ll hear the moment everything shifted for Margarete and how, from that point on, Jena became someone who is, not someone who was. We talk about signs, connection, and what Margarete calls “love from above”—from pennies that appear at just the right moment to the quiet ways our people remind us they’re still with us. But more than anything, this episode is about how we choose to live. Jena once said: “I’m not going to ruin today because I’m worried about tomorrow.” And that wisdom becomes the heartbeat of this conversation. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep going… how to honor the ones you love… or how to find meaning inside grief—this episode is for you. Because love never ends. It just changes form. To learn more about Margarete and all that she does, please visit: https://margaretecassalina.com/ https://margaretecassalinaauthor.com/ https://africanmissionhealthcare.org/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Margarete-Cassalina/author/B0128JFWTE?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1774553578&sr=8-1&shoppingPortalEnabled=true https://fundraise.cff.org/CentralNYXtremehike2026/Cassalina Watch the podcast video: https://youtu.be/0N09JWZNoms Email thelostlovestories@gmail.com with comments, questions or to be considered as a guest on show.