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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 her purpose.

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2:07 Pregnant at 15 and Growing Up Fast

8:14 How Health Issues Sparked KB & Co

13:24 Her Son’s Honesty Changed Everything

17:59 Opening Day Doubts and Hustle

25:46 The Call That Brought a Baby

30:38 Edmonton Shows Up Overnight

39:00 Losing Her Sister to Overdose

1:00:13 Healing, Psychedelics, and Forgiveness

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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 navigating widowhood and infertility to understanding the neurobiology of grief and how to support others, Christine offers profound wisdom and gentle strength. 

Together, they challenge stigmas, unpack the complexity of healing, and offer hope and tools for anyone learning to live with heartbreak and beauty side by side.

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6:32 Grief as Sacred Work

14:02 The Myth of "Getting Over It"

16:14 “Is My Grief Welcome Here?”

29:27 Grief and Joy Can Coexist

41:08 Supporting Infertility and Reproductive Trauma

48:27 What to Know Before You Try Therapy

51:42 Creating Safe, Sacred Space for Grief

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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 emotional toll of treatment—and the strength, resilience, and clarity it brought her. 

Nina sheds light on the power of self-advocacy, the importance of community, and why proactive health education for young women is so critical.

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1:27 The moment Nina knew something was wrong

5:52 Breast cancer at 32: Breaking the age myths

14:11 The real MVPs: What friends and family can actually do to help

15:57 Cold capping 101: Keeping your hair during chemo

29:03  Sharing on social media: Therapy, trolls, and finding your people

33:39  Self-advocacy and early detection

35:45  “It’s not just hair”: The emotional weight of looking sick

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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 quiet acts of kindness and bittersweet birthday traditions, she illustrates the push and pull of healing. With authenticity and grace, Emily reminds listeners that even amid heartbreak, love lingers, connection matters, and it's okay to not have it all figured out. 

This episode is a moving reminder that sparkle can still exist—even in the shadows.

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1:27  Sparkle vs. Numbness: The Battle Within

4:29  Anticipatory Grief Is Its Own Monster

8:47  The Flip Switch: From Anger to Acts of Kindness

12:11  Easter’s Weight: When Faith Feels Heavy

13:20  Birthday Reflections: The Joy & Pain of Remembering

17:15  Love Is Still Alive: The Power of Showing Up

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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 offers a rare look at grief through the eyes of parents.

From hilarious tales of toddler Emily wallpapering her own room to the harrowing moments surrounding Colby’s hospitalization, they share how love, legacy, and faith have carried their family through unspeakable loss.

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8:00 – The Girl with the Water Bottles in the Desert

15:00 – First NHL Assist & Boston Memories

20:00 – April 2020: A Week That Changed Everything

47:20 – Two-Fold Grief: A Mother’s Insight

1:00:30 – Colby’s Kids: Legacy on the Ice

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Guests: Terry and Gary Gill

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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 (including working with Walker Hayes and Steven Tyler), and dive into his upcoming wedding, his mom’s inspiring non-profit Thistle Farms, and the unexpected ways grief and love shape creativity. 

This episode is a beautiful blend of vulnerability, humor, music, and meaningful reflection — one you won’t want to miss.

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06:10 – “I Made It” Moments and the Power of the Opry

13:41 – Is Levi Writing a Wedding Song? (Spoiler: Yes!)

16:40 – Pre-Show Rituals, Dad Advice & Kicking Over Beers

29:38 – Gratitude, Grief, and the Power of Perspective

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Connect with guest: LEVI HUMMON

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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. 

With heartfelt gratitude to her listeners, she acknowledges the power of collective support, the beauty of prayer, and the importance of embracing every part of the healing journey—even the parts that feel unbearable.

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02:44 – Hemochromatosis & Hospital Trauma

05:04 – Praying for Strangers: A Shift in Perspective

12:04 – Jealousy in Grief: A Hard but Normal Feeling

18:09 – The Power of Small Acts: Giving Back Through Kindness

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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 also opens up about the complexities of young widowhood, public scrutiny, and the surprising dynamics that come with blending past and present.

There are laughs, tears, and some seriously spicy moments—because grief and joy can (and do) coexist.

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06:50 – A Very Canadian Act of Kindness

20:01 – The Call That Changed Everything

39:55 – The Internet Hate That No One Talks About

50:41 – Why Colby’s Memory Still Deserves to Be Honored

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GUEST: Kellie Hayden

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GUEST: Alexandra Wisotzki

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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 industry, and the way grief never truly leaves you. 

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10:00 – Grieving While Facing Another Loss

17:40 – Who Shows Up After the Funeral?

38:32 – Turning Grief into Passion

55:05 – “You Only Live Once” is More Than a Catchphrase

GUEST: KATE PETTERSEN

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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 storytelling and helping others feel truly seen. 

The two dive into Emilie’s unique ability to make people feel beautiful through photography, her love for thrifting, and her dedication to supporting women on their personal journeys. 

 Listen For:
11:48 – “All I needed was a hug”: The power of human connection in times of grief
16:59 – Emilie on women’s empowerment and creating space for others to feel seen
27:10 – Emilie’s creative ventures
38:28 – Cultural differences between France and Canada

GUEST: EMILIE IGGIOTTI
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