Colton Staheli was born and raised in Washington, Utah and now lives in Provo, Utah with his wife Malia, who we interviewed last week. Colton is a member of the LDS church and he served a 2 year mission in Santiago, Chile. He recently graduated from BYU in Construction Management and now works for a commercial general contractor.

This week I sit down with Colton, Malia’s husband, to hear his story and perspective. Growing up in a conservative community, Colton was deeply influenced by family values and the importance of building a strong foundation for the future. He shares how meeting Malia and her family opened his eyes to experiences he had never encountered before, especially those within minority communities, and how that shaped the way he thinks about the world.

We dive into what it’s like being married to someone with a different political ideology, exploring both the challenges and the beauty of it. Colton talks about the importance of listening, growing together, and not letting politics define or end a relationship. We also touch on his passion for construction management and the joy he’s found in that field. His story is one of openness, growth, and a reminder that love and understanding can bridge even the widest political divides. If you listened to last week’s episode with Malia, you’ll love hearing Colton’s perspective as the other half of their story.

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