Explore every episode of the podcast You Are More, With Emily Cave Boit
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| About the You Are More podcast with Emily Cave Boit | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:01:47 | |
Send a message direct to Emily Emily Cave Boit shares her journey of creating the website *You Are More*, which began nearly 10 years ago as a space for people to share their struggles and stories. | |||
| Learning to Blink – Victoria Arlen’s Story | 29 Oct 2024 | 01:08:13 | |
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? | |||
| Finding Love Again After Loss | 15 Oct 2024 | 01:02:30 | |
Send a message direct to Emily How do you navigate love after loss? Emily sits down with Jennifer Osler-Bolton and her husband Michael Bolton, a couple that found love after Jen’s devastating loss of her firefighter husband, Ryan. Their candid conversation explores the unique challenges of dating a widow, blending families, and how to honor a late spouse while embracing a new love. Through humor, wisdom, and raw vulnerability, they reveal the delicate balance of moving forward while cherishing the past, and how Michael’s love for Jen extends to protecting Ryan’s memory. This is a powerful exploration of grief, love, and resilience. Listen For: Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Guest: Michael Bolton and Jennifer Osler-Bolton | |||
| Life Beyond the Labels | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:56:03 | |
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? | |||
| I SURVIVED the Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash and WON Amazing Race Canada! | 26 Nov 2024 | 01:07:18 | |
Send a message direct to Emily What happens when love, resilience, and the unthinkable come together? | |||
| Terminal vs. Sudden: Two Paths to Heartbreak | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:55:33 | |
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| Dealing with GRIEF During The Holidays? | 24 Dec 2024 | 00:22:27 | |
Send a message direct to Emily How do you embrace the holidays when grief feels overwhelming? | |||
| Through a Parent’s Eyes: Grieving Colby, Loving Emily | 08 Apr 2025 | 01:13:25 | |
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 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. Listen For: 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 Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Guests: Terry and Gary Gill Contact Emily: | |||
| Writing, Healing & Hitting, the Stage with Levi Hummon | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:37:42 | |
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 (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. Listen For: 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 Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Connect with guest: LEVI HUMMON Instagram | Facebook | Spotify | Apple Music | Fan Club | YouTube | TikTok Contact Emily: | |||
| Praying for Strangers: A Journey Through Loss and Faith | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:21:00 | |
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. 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. Listen For: 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 Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Contact Emily: | |||
| The Friends Who Never Left: Love, Loss & Loyalty | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:56:20 | |
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 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. Listen For: 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 Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click GUEST: Kellie Hayden GUEST: Alexandra Wisotzki CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| Grief, Grit, and Game Days: Kate Pettersen’s Story | 11 Feb 2025 | 01:03:04 | |
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 industry, and the way grief never truly leaves you. Listen For: 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 CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| Making Women Feel Seen: Emilie Iggiotti’s Gift of Empowerment | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:49:59 | |
Send a message direct to Emily Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click 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: | |||
| Stepping Into 2025: Navigating Grief and New Beginnings | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:14:05 | |
Send a message direct to Emily How do you step into a new year when grief still lingers? | |||
| Is My Grief Welcome Here? | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:54:00 | |
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 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. Listen For: 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 CONNECT WITH GUEST: CHRISTINE DRONEY CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| Breast Cancer: Fertility, Fear, and Advocacy | 27 May 2025 | 00:42:36 | |
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 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. Listen For: 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 CONNECT WITH GUEST: NINA KOEBEL CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| The SPARKLE Beneath the Numbness | 13 May 2025 | 00:19:55 | |
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 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. Listen For: 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 Contact Emily: | |||
| Forest Blakk's Journey From Pain to Purpose | 22 Jul 2025 | 01:00:26 | |
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 carry, and why sometimes the bravest thing we can do is simply stay for one more day.
Listen For: 2:01 Full circle moment: Emily meets Forest 12:35 Fame didn’t fix it: The myth of external validation 19:29 Viral vulnerability: The cost of honesty online 32:45 One foot on the edge: Talking suicide, survival, and songs 46:34 The song that helped Emily date again 56:14 Forest’s backstage rituals you’d never expect 58:17 What Forest would tell his five-year-old self
CONNECT WITH GUEST: FOREST BLAKK Website | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music
CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| What Hockey Taught Sawyer Hannay About Hustle | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:35:46 | |
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 nationally recognized Canadian lifestyle brand. From lugging shirts to bonfire bashes to locking in a deal on national television, Sawyer’s story is a raw and real testament to resilience, reinvention, and remembering where you came from. Listen For: 0:01 From Sign-Holding Fan to Podcast Guest A Full Circle Moment 3:40 Why Cheering for the Leafs is an Act of Emotional Bravery 7:43 Graduation Day Call You’re Drafted to the NHL 11:24 Birth of Country Liberty A European Culture Shock Sparked It All 17:36 Field Parties Tank Tops and Startup Sales 24:12 Dragon’s Den Secrets What You Didn’t See on TV 29:44 150 Stores and Counting Country Liberty’s Retail Explosion CONNECT WITH GUEST: SAWYER HANNAY Country Liberty Website | Country Liberty Instagram | Sawyer’s Instagram | LinkedIn CONTACT EMILY: | |||
| From Teen Mom to CEO: Kristina Botelho’s Story | 24 Jun 2025 | 01:13:50 | |
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 her purpose. Listen For: 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
CONNECT WITH GUEST: KRISTINA BOTELHO Instagram | KB & Co | LinkedIn CONTACT EMILY: | |||