Send a message direct to Emily Grief and joy don’t live in separate worlds, they often share the same heartbeat. Emily sits down with her dear friend Makena Lautner Moore to talk about love, loss, motherhood, and the power of showing up for one another. From meeting her husband Jake at Belmont University, to navigating the highs and lows of pregnancy, including the devastating experience of miscarriage, Makena shares her story with raw honesty. Together, she and Emily discus...

Send a message direct to Emily When your world ends in an instant, how do you begin again? Emily sits down with fellow widow Leslie Harter-Berg to talk about sudden loss, love after loss, and building a life that honors the past while embracing the present. Leslie shares the heart-wrenching story of losing her husband Ryan unexpectedly, the surreal experience of becoming a single mom overnight, and the bittersweet beauty of raising her boys with Ryan’s memory woven into their lives. &nb...

Send a message direct to Emily What do you say to your younger self when the scars still linger? Emily Cave Boit sits down with singer-songwriter Forest Blakk for an unfiltered conversation about childhood trauma, mental health, survival, redemption, and the healing power of music. Forest shares his turbulent past, the painful weight of fame, and the layers of grief and accountability he continues to navigate. Emily and Forest explore love after loss, the silent battles we c...

Send a message direct to Emily It started with a $400 gamble and a field full of friends—and turned into a national brand. Emily Cave Boit reconnects with her longtime friend Sawyer Hannay, founder of Country Liberty and former pro hockey player. They trace Sawyer’s roots from a small town in New Brunswick to the NHL draft, through European hockey leagues and tough setbacks—including a devastating concussion—before landing on how he turned personal pride and grassroots hustle into a nat...

Send a message direct to Emily How do you rebuild when life keeps knocking you down? Emily Cave Boit sits down with entrepreneur and mental health advocate Kristina Botelho. Kristina opens up about the raw and real moments that shaped her—from teen motherhood and addiction in her family, to founding a thriving plant-based restaurant brand and adopting her newborn niece overnight. Through grief, growth, and grace, Kristina shares how her darkest moments became the foundation for he...

Send a message direct to Emily What if your grief could speak—would it ask, “Am I welcome here?” Emily Cave Boit sits down with licensed therapist and social worker Christine Droney for an intimate conversation about grief, trauma, infertility, and mental health. What begins as a powerful full-circle story—sparked by a song and a bracelet—evolves into a meaningful exploration of how we carry love and loss, especially when it's public, sudden, or misunderstood. From navigatin...

Send a message direct to Emily What if a gut feeling could save your life? Emily sits down with Nina Koebel, a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at just 32, who shares the raw, emotional, and often overlooked aspects of a young woman's journey through cancer. From the challenges of advocating for her own diagnosis in a healthcare system that often dismisses younger women, to navigating chemotherapy, fertility preservation, and hair loss, Nina opens up about the physical and emotion...

Send a message direct to Emily Can grief and gratitude truly coexist in the same breath? Emily opens up about the emotional weight of April, a month steeped in memory, trauma, and reflection following the loss of her husband, Colby. Now five years into her grief journey, Emily shares the intense waves of numbness, anger, and unexpected sparkles of hope she felt while navigating this year’s anniversary alone in California. From medical triggers and hospital flashbacks to quie...

Send a message direct to Emily What happens when parents grieve not only the loss of a son-in-law, but also the heartbreak of watching their daughter’s world shatter? Emily sits down with her mom and dad—Terry and Gary—for an intimate, multi-layered conversation marking five years since the loss of her husband, Colby Cave. With a mix of childhood stories, cherished Colby memories, and raw reflections on navigating tragedy during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, this episode of...

Send a message direct to Emily What do a broken heart, a country music stage, and a wedding countdown have in common? Emily reconnects with longtime friend and rising country artist Levi Hummon. From growing up with a legendary songwriter dad to navigating heartbreaks, record deals, and viral TikTok dances, Levi opens up about the highs and lows of life on and off stage. The two reminisce on CMA Fest memories, share behind-the-scenes moments from Levi’s songwriting journey (...

Send a message direct to Emily Have You Ever Found Healing in the Most Unexpected Places? Emily shares an emotional and unexpected realization—how a difficult medical diagnosis led her to confront her deepest trauma and ultimately find healing. Initially dreading every appointment, Emily describes a powerful moment of clarity and peace that shifted her perspective entirely. Through raw honesty, she reflects on grief, faith, and the surprising ways healing can unfold over time.&nbs...

Send a message direct to Emily What happens when you sit down with your two best friends and relive the most heartbreaking and heartwarming moments of your life? Emily is joined by her two closest friends, Kellie and Alex, for a candid conversation about friendship, grief, and moving forward after unimaginable loss. They share memories of Emily’s late husband, Colby Cave, the chaos of the week he passed away, and the unwavering support that got Emily through her darkest days. The trio a...

Send a message direct to Emily What happens when life shatters in an instant—twice? Sports broadcaster Kate Pettersen joins Emily for an emotional conversation about losing both of her parents just months apart and how grief shaped her journey. From the sudden passing of her father to her mother’s eight-year battle with cancer, Kate shares the raw realities of loss, resilience, and finding purpose. She opens up about chasing her dreams in sports media, the highs and lows of the in...

Send a message direct to Emily Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click What happens when fate, resilience, and creativity collide? Emily sits down with Emilie Iggiotti, a French-born photographer who turned life’s challenges into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. From uprooting her life in France to pursue love in Canada, to navigating divorce, grief, and reinventing her career, Emilie shares how these transformative moments shaped her passion for storyte...

Send a message direct to Emily How do you step into a new year when grief still lingers? Emily reflects on life after loss, sharing how New Year's became an unexpected emotional hurdle after losing her husband Colby. She offers comforting advice for those facing grief, hardships, or transitions in 2025, emphasizing the power of presence, self-care, and setting boundaries. Emily also encourages you to cherish life’s small moments and reminding you that healing is a deeply personal journey...

Send a message direct to Emily How do you embrace the holidays when grief feels overwhelming? Emily opens up about navigating the holiday season while processing the loss of her late husband, Colby. She reflects on the origins of You Are More, her journey from shutting out Christmas to finding ways to celebrate again, and the powerful role of compassion and kindness during this time of year. With touching stories, personal traditions, and empathetic advice, Emily offers hope and encoura...

Send a message direct to Emily Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Can widows rewrite the narrative of love, loss, and resilience? Emily sits down with fellow young widows Demi and Jennifer to explore the multifaceted experience of widowhood. Together, they unpack the differences between losing a partner to a terminal illness versus a sudden tragedy, the unique challenges of grieving with children versus without, and the misconceptions society holds about widows moving ...

Send a message direct to Emily What happens when love, resilience, and the unthinkable come together? Emily explores the powerful journey of Tyler Smith, a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, and Kat Kastner, a passionate mental health advocate. Not only did they overcome unimaginable challenges, but they also became winners of The Amazing Race Canada. Emily explores their inspiring love story, their dedication to mental health advocacy, and how they’ve transformed tragedy into ...

Send a message direct to Emily What’s it like to be a “hockey wife,” a reality TV alum, and a new mom all at once? Emily Karlsson, formerly Emily Ferguson from The Bachelor, chats with Emily about her life’s transformations—from her Vegas nightlife days to finding love, navigating intense hockey seasons, and adjusting to motherhood. Emily opens up about her relationship with her husband, NHL player William Karlsson, the joys and hardships of raising a family in the public eye, and the pow...

Send a message direct to Emily How do you go from a vegetative state to becoming a gold medalist, ESPN host, and Dancing with the Stars contestant? Victoria Arlen shares her unbelievable journey of survival and resilience with Emily. Diagnosed with two rare neurological conditions at 11, Victoria was locked inside her own body for four years, unable to move or communicate. But through faith, family support, and sheer determination, she fought her way back to life, learning to blink, speak...