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Affairs Of The Heart

Affairs Of The Heart

By: Maria Groten and Amber Simpson
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 Welcome to Affairs of the Heart — a podcast about life, love, and the deep connections that shape us. Hosted by two friends who feel like they've known each other forever, we invite you into honest conversations about the things that matter most. From heartbreak to healing, loss to laughter, we're here to listen, learn, and grow together. This is more than just a podcast — it's a space for real talk, real friendship, and the beautiful messiness of being human.

Music by Ruel Thomas. Check him out at ruelmusic.comCopyright Maria Groten and Amber Simpson Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • A Story of Survival, Sisterhood, and Motherhood

    A Story of Survival, Sisterhood, and Motherhood
    Dec 17 2025
    In 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.
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    35 mins
  • Free at Last: Cristina's Fight to Break Free from Kratom and a Past That Tried to Break Her

    Free at Last: Cristina's Fight to Break Free from Kratom and a Past That Tried to Break Her
    Dec 3 2025
    Cristina 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.
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    45 mins
  • From Caregiver to Conqueror: Lori's Story through Trauma, Addiction, and Rebirth

    From Caregiver to Conqueror: Lori's Story through Trauma, Addiction, and Rebirth
    Nov 19 2025
    In 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.
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    43 mins
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