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Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby on Dear Heather as she welcomes Autumn Timmins, a powerful advocate and founder of Preston's Pursuit for Acceptance. Autumn shares her deeply personal journey as an adoptive mother to her son, Preston, who is on the autism spectrum. Learn how her lived experience fueled a mission to revolutionize how first responders interact with neurodivergent individuals...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby on Dear Heather as she welcomes Markus Quan, a father of seven and author of "The Streets Won't Love You Back." Markus shares his powerful and often heartbreaking journey from a childhood in Germany to navigating a challenging youth in the American street life.  This episode dives deep into the societal pressures that tell boys to "toughen up...

Send us Fan Mail Heather Godby confronts the urgent crisis of homelessness, exploring its devastating human cost and systemic failures. This episode exposes how current policies often criminalize poverty and mental illness, making survival for unhoused individuals even more difficult. Heather passionately argues for a shift from reactive measures to compassionate, community-driven solutions. She c...

Send us Fan Mail In this candid episode of Dear Heather, host Heather Godby welcomes the fiercely honest and profoundly insightful Jason Lamar, a motivational content creator and mindset coach. Known for his "motivational shit talker" persona, Jason delves into the critical importance of radical accountability, self-reflection, and transformation. He challenges listeners to re-evaluate t...

Send us Fan Mail This vital episode of Dear Heather, confronts the pressing crisis of men's mental health head-on during Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Host Heather Godby bravely shares her personal connection to the topic, having lost her younger brother to mental health struggles and being an attempted suicide survivor herself.  The discussion dives deep into the societal pressur...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby on Dear Heather as she welcomes Chris Schlierman, a serial entrepreneur whose journey transcends typical business success. We delve into Chris's profound transformation, emphasizing personal growth, spiritual alignment, and a mission to uplift humanity. Discover how he navigates challenges, redefines success beyond material achievements, and prioritizes a d...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of choosing a life that feels authentically yours in this deep dive into business reinvention. Host Heather Godby and Snackify founder Brandon Stallings discuss the gritty reality of starting over, managing overwhelming debt, and the 'delusional' confidence required to keep going when the path is unclear. Learn why letting go of the outc...

Send us Fan Mail Authenticity isn’t about being agreeable or perfect—it’s about honoring your whole, human self. In this Dear Heather mini-series episode, Heather Godby explores why authenticity is the highest frequency—even higher than love—and how choosing yourself transforms your life. From a living room wake-up call to the power of saying no, she shares the real steps to stop appeasing others...

Send us Fan Mail  This conversation dives into how one man’s loss became a mission to change men’s health. Heather Godby sits down with Drive FORE a Cure founder Chris Hyslop to unpack the fifth annual charity scramble in Phoenix, the meaning behind “FORE,” and how the event mixes music, fun hole activations, and community with a lifesaving message about prostate cancer screening. Chris explains h...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be a single mom? In this mini-episode of Dear Heather, Heather Godby breaks down the difference between co-parenting and true solo parenting, drawing from her own journey raising her son without a co-parent while leaning on family support. She recognizes the unseen strength of mothers who have no safety net at all and calls for practical, holistic solut...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a 'Slumba Party' like no other on Dear Heather! Host Heather Godby is joined by her best friend of 18 years, Stephani Krise, for a hilarious and candid conversation. They dive deep into personal stories, from their childhood crushes on boy bands to their most awkward dating experiences and relationship 'icks.' This episode is a rollercoaster of la...

Send us Fan Mail Is your social media feed undermining your dating goals? In this Dear Heather episode, Heather Godby breaks down how who you follow, what you like, and the content you consume can signal your real intentions in relationships. She shares the red flags that instantly turn her off—like feeds filled almost exclusively with highly provocative accounts—and explains why she now exits ear...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby and her best friend of 18 years, Stephani Krise, for a special episode of Dear Heather Love Stephani! They dive into a lively game of "Bestie or Bag It," sharing personal stories, hilarious "icks," and candid thoughts on relationships, friendship, and everything in between. Discover what makes their 18-year friendship tick and prepare for som...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby in this deeply personal Q&A episode of Dear Heather as she bravely shares her journey through a major life transition. After 12 years in corporate marketing, Heather made the courageous decision to take a severance, stepping into a new chapter filled with both uncertainty and immense opportunity. She candidly discusses the initial shock, the fear, and ultima...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode, Heather Godby unpacks the complexities of experiences often mistakenly labeled as bipolar disorder. She shares her personal journey as a creative individual navigating ADHD and ambivert traits, explaining how these aspects contribute to intense highs and lows, bursts of energy, and periods of withdrawal. This discussion provides a vital distinction betw...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby on Dear Heather as she recounts her recent battle with a severe illness that challenged her physical and mental limits. This episode delves into the incredible power of the mind and its often-underestimated role in our healing journey. From feeling on her deathbed to an almost miraculous turnaround after a crucial doctor's visit, Heather shares her raw and...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby and Leila Adnani on Dear Heather for a powerful conversation that spans modern dating dynamics, entrepreneurial resilience, and the true meaning of independence. This episode dives deep into personal growth, challenging societal norms, and building an intentional life. Discover how to navigate setbacks with a solution-oriented mindset and why trusting your inner...

Send us Fan Mail In this impactful episode, Heather Godby explores the transformative power of self-love and inner work on dating in today's complex world. She tackles the exhaustion of app-based dating and the societal pressure to prioritize tactics over genuine connection. Discover why leveling up makes dating both harder and more rewarding, as your standards align with your true worth. Lea...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of Dear Heather, Heather Godby sits down with the insightful Leila to explore the evolving landscape of authenticity in relationships and the digital world. They dive deep into the pervasive influence of AI on personal branding, the shifting dynamics of modern dating, and the critical importance of being true to oneself. Leila shares her inspiring journe...

Send us Fan Mail Join Heather Godby in the very first episode of Dear Heather, a podcast born from a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and a yearning for authentic connection. Discover why a corporate marketing veteran who doesn't listen to podcasts decided to launch one herself, leaving behind a 12-year career that looked good on paper but felt hollow within. Heather shares her exper...

Send us Fan Mail Dear Heather is a mental health and consciousness podcast hosted by Heather, a passionate advocate who explores the intersection of neuroscience, spirituality, emotional healing, and human connection. Through honest conversations with mental health professionals, healers, and everyday people, the show examines topics like depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, neuroplasticity, mind...