Catching up with Amber and Maria

A Story of Survival, Sisterhood, and Motherhood

In this personal episode, we sit down with my baby sister who was diagnosed with cancer at 12 years old- and again at 21- she faced fear, loss and uncertainty about her future.  But her courage didn't end with surviving cancer.  Years later, she found herself on another difficult path: infertility.  We talk about resilience, faith, grief, healing, and the power of never giving up.

From Caregiver to Conqueror: Lori's Story through Trauma, Addiction, and Rebirth

In this episode of Affairs of the Heart, Lori shares her story of being raised as an only child in the shadow of her mother's mental illness, her own battle with addiction, and her road to sobriety.  Today she is thriving as the owner of a flourishing nail salon in Salt Lake City. Join us for our raw conversation about how she made it through the difficult times in her life and found peace, freedom, and love.

From Excommunication to Exuberance: Dr. Nicholas Howland's Journey Through Faith, Trauma, and Triumph

In this episode of Affairs of the Heart, Dr. Nicholas Howland opens up about the raw chapters of his life that inspired his new book, "The Atheist's Prayer: A Memoir of Gratitude".  We delve into the pain of being excommunicated from the LDS Church-not once, but twice- and the aftermath of traumatic car accidents that tested his very survival.  Today, Dr. Howlands stands as a celebrated plastic surgeon.  Join us for an unfiltered conversation on redemption, healing, and the beauty of second chances.

Journeys of Faith and Family

In this episode, we're talking about Angie's decision to leave the LDS Church in her 40s, the joys and challenges of raising five incredible children- including her adopted African-American twin girls- in a predominantly white, LDS community, and the practical and emotional work of redefining faith, family, and identity.  Angie's story is full of faith and love.

Catching up with Amber and Maria

Amber and Maria have been traveling a bunch and just got back on the podcasting couch.  Catch up with their coming and goings, friends and family, and food for thought... from lobster in Maine to street food in Seoul to fondue in the Alps, and finally back to home cooking.