Pieces of a Woman

We're back and we're starting Season 3 with a bang! In this episode, we talk all about how to keep your marriage spicy. Genna Thomson joins us as she shares her tips and tricks on how she keeps her 25-year marriage full of passion, intimacy, and connection. Genna talks about the foundation she built with her husband despite some of life’s extreme challenges and what makes her marriage so successful today...

When a traumatic event happens, it can be difficult to know how to cope. In this episode, Cristie and Deanna sit down with guest Gabby Acord, a licensed clinical therapist, to explore what it means to be curious about your mental health. Gabby discusses how trauma can manifest in your life and the importance of connecting with yourself to begin the healing process...

Why does infidelity happen? Is it always a sign of an unhealthy marriage, or can a relationship survive cheating? These are tough questions with no easy answers. That's why in today's episode, we're continuing Part 2 of our conversation with Gabby, a licensed clinical therapist, to share what she's seen and how she's guiding others through these tough conversations. She also explores the topic of consent in relationships, and how to create a safe space for open communication...

FACT: Cardiac arrest remains a public health crisis. There are more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) annually in the U.S., nearly 90% of them fatal. *according to The American Heart Association, Heart and Stroke Statistics - 2022 Update report That's a daunting statistic and one that can feel especially personal if you or someone you love has experienced cardiac arrest. And for our guest, Claire Larson, it is personal...

*Content Warning - In this episode, Heidi mentions her experience with sexual abuse. What would you do if an unexpected trip led to something you felt passionate about doing for the rest of your life? For today's guest Heidi Totten, it meant starting a non-profit called 100 Humanitarians, an organization that provides opportunities for people to get involved in hands-on humanitarian work locally and internationally...

In this episode, we're joined by guest Ana Lilia, a breathwork intuitive coach who helps people release stress and connect with their authentic selves. She chats about her work, how she got into it, and the importance of breathwork, transformation, and self-care. We also dive into a guided meditation led by her. Join us as we explore how to connect with our inner selves and give them the love and support they need through this beautiful and powerful practice.

If you're newly divorced or have been divorced for a while, reentering the dating scene may seem impossible. In this episode, Deanna is joined by her husband Scott, who opens up about his experience when he was a newly divorced dad. He talks about how he navigated the process of co-parenting, dating as a single dad, and how he found love again. Scott and Deanna also share how they've been able to create a happy and healthy relationship for their family...

A recent life change that Cristie deems one of the toughest in her career sparks this week’s conversation. Cristie and DeAnna sit down in person for the first time in a while to discuss how they navigate big decisions, the impact it has on themselves, their family, and friends, and how to react to someone else’s decision that could affect you...

It's the season of giving and gratitude! And in today's episode, Cristie and Deanna are talking about how you can give back in ways that you may have not thought of before. From volunteering your time to simply being kind, there's always something you can do to make a difference in someone else's life. And sometimes, the biggest act of kindness is just simply showing up...

We all know that the holidays can be stressful and hectic. It's easy to feel like you're running out of time or feeling frustrated trying to find that "perfect gift" your loved ones would enjoy. But don't stress - because, in this episode, Cristie and DeAnna discuss some of their favorite gift ideas that are sure to please anyone on your list! They also talk about the importance of giving experiences rather than material things and share tips on how to make the most of a girls' weekend getaway...