In this heartfelt episode, Emily and Natasha talk about the messy, beautiful reality of starting over. Natasha shares her journey through coming out, divorce, rebuilding identity, and rediscovering joy. With honesty and a few hard-earned laughs, she highlights the power of found family and embracing a life that finally feels like her own.

Trigger Warning: this episode includes discussions about sexual assault.

Join me as I open up about my healing journey and what it means to navigate life after trauma. Healing takes time — it’s not a destination, but a journey in itself.

Trigger warning — towards the end of this episode, there will be mentions of sexual assault. Please take care of yourself and listen only if you feel ready.

In today’s episode, I’m opening up about something deeply personal — my journey of trying to find my beliefs again and what it’s been like navigating a new spiritual path. It’s been confusing, emotional, and honestly, eye-opening. So, join me as I talk through where I am right now, what I’ve been questioning, and how I’m learning to reconnect with something bigger than myself.

Join me for Episode 7 on October 7—my birthday! 🎉 I’ll be sharing 31 lessons I’ve learned in 31 years, from self-improvement to finding peace. It’s a heartfelt episode you won’t want to miss!

Come hang out with us for part two! My twin sister and I are answering your questions about twin life and sharing some of our own stories

Join me and my twin sister for part two of our journey as we talk about why faith should not divide those who choose a different path. In this episode, we’ll dive into her thoughts on my (Em’s) coming out and how life looks for us now.

Let’s talk therapy! Opening up about needing help isn’t always easy, but it’s one of the bravest steps you can take. In this episode, I share personal experiences with therapy and explore why there’s no shame in asking for support. Join me for an honest conversation about healing, growth, and breaking the stigma around mental health.

In this episode, I share a real experience of having my professional ability questioned—not because of my skills, but because of my personal life. We’ll talk about the tension between identity and workplace expectations, the impact of bias and assumptions, and what it feels like when your competence is doubted for reasons unrelated to your qualifications. This conversation is about resilience, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your value when judgment feels louder than support.

Tune in to episode two, where I spill the tea about my Mormon mission in the Washington Everett Mission—yes, the state with the most rain, Bigfoot sightings, and Seattle Seahawks!

First episode of the Dead Em Podcast! 🎙️ This one’s for anyone figuring out their sexuality, coming out, leaving a religious group—or just trying to survive family dinners without combusting. Come hang out and get to know me a little in this kickoff episode!