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Affairs Of The HeartA Story of Survival, Sisterhood, and MotherhoodIn 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.
2025-12-1735 minAffairs Of The HeartFree at Last: Cristina's Fight to Break Free from Kratom and a Past That Tried to Break HerCristina opens up about her journey through sexual abuse, addiction, and the grip of Kratom- one of the most quietly addictive substances out there. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she chose healing, rebuilt her life, and discovered strength she never knew she had.
2025-12-0345 minAffairs Of The HeartFrom Caregiver to Conqueror: Lori's Story through Trauma, Addiction, and RebirthIn 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.
2025-11-1942 minAffairs Of The HeartFrom Excommunication to Exuberance: Dr. Nicholas Howland's Journey Through Faith, Trauma, and TriumphIn 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.
2025-11-0551 minAffairs Of The HeartJourneys of Faith and FamilyIn 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.
2025-10-2231 minAffairs Of The HeartCatching up with Amber and MariaAmber 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.
2025-10-0838 minAffairs Of The HeartKaty Sine: A Masterclass in Self-Love, Service, & Soulful LivingKaty Sine is more than the Emmy-winning host of Taste Utah - she's a fierce advocate for self-love, healing, and community. In this inspiring episode, she shares how loving yourself can change everything.
2025-09-2423 minAffairs Of The HeartRuel Thomas on Music, Loss, and ResilienceAt 30, Ruel is living his dream as a full-time musician in Austin, Texas. But behind the music is a story of childhood loss, resilience, and a recent cancer diagnosis. This is his most personal performance yet- his own story.
2025-09-1038 minAffairs Of The HeartGoing Places on a Stationary Bike: Mike & Dan's JourneyMeet the duo behind Torrent Cycle and Tenet Café, a grounded and growing fitness community in Salt Lake City. Mike and Dan are partners in life and in business, and their successes in one reinforces success in the other. Their whole is truly greater than the sum of their parts. In this heartfelt conversation, they share how they went from careers in NYC to becoming beloved business owners in Salt Lake City. Along the way, they talk about love, faith, entrepreneurship, and the power of building community, one spin class and one smoothie at a time.
2025-08-2741 minAffairs Of The HeartFrom the Field to the Mind: Bridger's Unconventional Path to HealingFrom college football to psychiatry, Bridger's journey is anything but ordinary. He shares why he walked away from surgery, how he treats his patients with heart and humanity, and why he believes healing starts before the prescription.
2025-08-1345 minAffairs Of The HeartLove, Again - Second Chances and Staying the CourseIn this candid and uplifting episode, Amber and Maria are joined by their husbands for a conversation about love the second time around. Together, they open up about what it means to rebuild trust, show up through the hard seasons, and choose each other- again and again. It's a heartfelt look at marriage, resilience, and the unexpected beauty of staying the course.
2025-07-3044 minAffairs Of The HeartHolding On, Letting Go - A Conversation with Joseph and Laura Lee KozuskoIn this intimate episode of Affairs of the Heart, Amber and Maria sit down with Joseph and his wife Laura Lee as they share the raw, beautiful truths of living through the final days of life. With grace, love, and surprising moments of lightness, they talk about what really matters, what they're learning in letting go, and how love endures-even in the goodbye.To read Joseph in his own words go to https://www.caringbridge.org/site/2723b097-9c87-11ef-b55d-6fe004f3e196
2025-07-1642 minAffairs Of The HeartFrom Hello to Heart-Level In No TimeIn the premiere episode of Affairs of the Heart, Amber and Maria invite you into the story of their unexpected and soul-nourishing friendship. What started as a new connection quickly turned into something that felt like it had always been there. In this honest and heartfelt conversation, they share why they felt called to create this podcast- a space for real talk, deep listening, and the kind of connection that reminds us we're never alone.
2025-07-0241 min
The Naked PatientEpisode #119 - Amber Simpson and Maria Groten: Best FriendsAmber and Maria are two incredible women and new friends. They are embarking on their own podcast journey and join The Naked Patient to discuss all the things they want to bring to their own show. We talk about love and loss, divorce, and so much more here. Enjoy!
2025-04-1838 min