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Girls with Grafts

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors

Girls with Grafts is a podcast hosted by Amber Wilcox and Rachel Kudlak, Burn Survivors, and supporters of the nonprofit, Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. The Girls with Grafts podcast is for burn survivors, caregivers, hospital staff, and corporate partners in the burn community. Hear in-depth conversations about burn survivor stories, gain resources for managing a burn injury, hear up-to-date information about Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors community news, and listen in on burn prevention

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55:02

Recreation Therapy & the Power of Storytelling with...

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2025/10/21

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Emily Hespeler, a burn survivor, storyteller, and certified therapeutic recreation specialist (CTRS). Emily shares how recreation therapy empowers survivors to heal, grow, and reclaim independence after trauma, and how sharing your story can open doors to connection and community. 🧘‍♂️Together, Emily and Rachel explore what it means to feel confident in your own skin, the power of affirmations (like Emily’s go-to: “I’m a baddie”), and the

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58:15

Everyday Devices, Hidden Dangers: Lithium-Ion Fire...

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2025/10/07

It’s Fire Prevention Week! This year’s campaign, Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home, raises awareness about safe use, storage, and disposal of the batteries powering our everyday devices. 🔥Joining us is Brandon Ingram, a seasoned fire protection engineer with Summit Fire Consulting. With 14+ years of experience spanning fire modeling, code consulting, sprinkler design, and combustible dust hazards, Brandon brings expert insight into keeping your home and family safe.In

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52:55

From Heartbreak to Healing: Jenny’s Journey After Loss

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2025/09/23

In this heartfelt episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel is joined by author and advocate Jenny Brandemuehl and Phoenix Society's Senior Director of Programs and Services, Jill Sproul. Jenny shares her deeply personal journey of love, loss, and resilience after the tragic plane crash and burn injury that claimed her husband Mark's life. 💛 Together, they explore the moments that reshaped Jenny's path, her upcoming memoir Forever Fly Free, and how she continues to find healing and purpose

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49:33

From Survivor to the Big Screen: John O’Leary’s Soul...

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2025/09/16

In this bonus episode of Girls with Grafts, we welcome John O'Leary — internationally acclaimed speaker, bestselling author, former Phoenix Society board member, and now the inspiration behind the powerful new feature film Soul on Fire. 🎬 John shares his journey from survivor to storyteller, what it was like to see his life translated to the big screen, and the deeper message of Soul on Fire. As part of this launch, Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is partnering with John, World Wide

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50:51

I’m Still Me: Resilience After a Burn Injury

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2025/09/09

In this episode of Girls With Grafts, we sit down with Terry Boyd, a 37-year burn survivor whose story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. 💪 At just 20 years old, Terry sustained burns over 93% of his body, resulting in the amputation of both legs. His journey has taken him from survival to fatherhood, from working in mental health and addiction recovery to founding his own recruiting company, and now to becoming an author. Terry’s upcoming children’s

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48:45

A Healer Forged in Fire: Cathy Marie Morton’s Journey...

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2025/09/02

At just four years old, Cathy Marie Morton survived third-degree burns over 80% of her body, enduring 19 graft operations. Her story didn’t end there—she later survived 20 years of domestic violence. Despite unimaginable trauma, Cathy chose to transform her pain into purpose. Today, she is a Reiki Master, life force harmonizer, and emotional alchemy specialist, helping others reclaim their strength and healing. ✨In this episode, Cathy opens up about pivotal turning points in her recovery and

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52:09

Carrying Your Grief Backpack: A Conversation with...

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2025/08/19

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with bereavement counselor Donna McCartney, LISW, MHA. Donna shares her extensive experience supporting families and survivors as they navigate grief, loss, and life after trauma. 💪 From her time at Shriners Hospital for Children - Cincinnati to her work with the Goldstein Family Grief Center, Donna has dedicated her career to providing compassionate support and building community for burn survivors and grieving families. Join us as we talk about

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66:16

Vulnerability, Confidence, and Making a Move with...

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2025/08/12

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Mike Lopez, burn survivor, amputee, and grappler who's turned his lived experience into a mission. 💪 From growing up as the youngest of eight in a tight-knit family to navigating the physical and emotional challenges of his burn injury, Mike shares how vulnerability became a key part of his healing.Together, they dive into what it means to look confident vs. feeling confident, how body image has evolved throughout Mike's journey,

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48:42

The Social Work Behind the Survivors: Maggie Gould's...

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2025/08/05

In this season premiere of Girls with Grafts, we’re sitting down with Maggie Gould—a powerhouse in burn recovery support and clinical social work. 💛 From ICU rooms to support groups, Maggie has spent years walking alongside burn survivors and their families, helping them navigate not just healing, but life beyond the hospital walls. Tune in to hear about her healthcare career, the importance of social work, and how social workers like her are critical to the healing journey. 💪 This is a story of

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48:18

When the Unimaginable Happens: A Mother’s Journey of...

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2025/06/17

In the heartfelt season six finale of Girls with Grafts, Rachel and Amber sit down with Carolyn Mae Kim - an accredited public relations professional, author, speaker, and, most importantly, the proud mother of a young burn survivor. 💛 Carolyn shares the powerful story of her son's injury at just 8 months old and the emotional road that followed.With honesty and grace, Carolyn opens up about the weight of parental guilt, the challenges of navigating parenthood after trauma, and the strength it

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61:41

Finding the Strength in Our Scars with Kelly Woodhouse

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2025/06/10

Kelly Woodhouse is no stranger to resilience. Burned on 75% of her body at just two years old, she has transformed a childhood marked by trauma and bullying into a life of purpose, strength, and inspiration. 🩷 In this episode, Rachel sits down with Kelly to explore her journey from surviving to thriving and how she found the courage to let her scars speak.Together, Rachel and Kelly reflect on growing up with visible scars, navigating childhood bullying, and how those early experiences shaped their

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60:32

THINK WIN: A Burn Survivor’s Guide to Strength and...

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2025/06/03

In this powerful episode, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and burn survivor Jim Wall joins host Rachel to share his story of survival, resilience, and purpose. 🌟 After sustaining a burn injury in 2022, Jim drew on the strength and discipline from his military career to forge a new path forward, one rooted in what he calls the 4 Fs: faith, family, fitness, and fire.Jim opens up about the road to recovery and how his military mindset became a cornerstone of his healing. He introduces listeners to his

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56:54

Stories Behind the Data: Insights from the 2024 State...

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2025/05/20

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we’re joined by Phoenix Society CEO, Amy Acton, to explore the stories behind the data in the 2024 State of the Survivor Report! 📊Together, we unpack key findings that shed light on the current needs, challenges, and resilience of burn survivors. Special thanks to our 2024 report sponsor, Mölnlycke Health Care, for their continued support in advancing burn care and championing survivor-centered research.We wrap up our conversation by highlighting the Top 10

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73:50

Face Equality Week: Advocating for Authentic...

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2025/05/13

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Charlene Pell, a burn survivor and the founder of Facing Forward, a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for individuals with visible differences. ✨ Charlene shares her journey, from surviving a burn injury to advocating for face equality.Rachel and Charlene also dive into Face Equality Week, this year’s theme, “My Face is a Masterpiece,” and why shifting the perception of beauty and identity is so important. 🫶 They discuss the representation

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52:04

From Violence to Resilience: Davina’s Journey of...

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2025/05/05

Trigger warning: In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we have an important and heartfelt discussion about domestic violence, including personal experiences and the journey to healing. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline by visiting www.thehotline.org, calling 800-799-7233, or texting BEGIN to 88788. In this deeply moving episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel and Amber sit down with Davina Licon, a

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57:52

Celebrating National Volunteer Week: Jeanette...

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2025/04/22

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we're joined by Jeanette Johnson - burn survivor, Phoenix Society volunteer, and a voice of hope and healing. 🤝 In this heartfelt episode, Jeanette shares her journey of recovery over the past five years and how finding connection through Phoenix Society's Virtual Support Group changed everything.She opens up about the friendships she's formed, including with our co-host Ambe and the community that has grown from a virtual space into a true support

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55:10

Powering Up: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety with Brian...

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2025/04/15

In our latest episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Brian O’Connor, a Senior Engineer in the Technical Services department at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), to discuss lithium-ion batteries. 🔋From powering our everyday devices like our cell phones, laptops, e-bikes, and more, lithium-ion batteries are everywhere. ⚠️ But do you know the warning signs of battery fires? Or how to stay safe when using them? Brian shares expert insights into what lithium-ion batteries

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49:45

Burnaversaries, Reality TV, and the Story Behind...

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2025/04/01

In this special episode of Girls with Grafts, hosts Amber Wilcox and Rachel Kudlak sit down for a light-hearted conversation! 💛 They share their personal burn survivor stories and the creation of Girl with Grafts. With their burnaversaries happening this week, they reflect on how far they’ve come and how they are celebrating—Rachel with a home-cooked meal today and Amber with an Easter Egg Hunt fundraiser in her local community later this month. 🐣But it’s not all serious talk! The duo also catch

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61:06

Empowering Confidence Through Hair Restoration with...

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2025/03/18

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with Lee Hoff and Morgan Moore, the dynamic duo behind Morgan & Moore Non-Surgical Hair Replacement and Inclusive Crowns, to discuss their mission to provide hope, healing, and holistic support through cranial prostheses and hair loss solutions. 💛 Lee and Morgan share the heartfelt inspiration behind their business and nonprofit, their journey in the world of hair restoration, and what makes a cranial prosthesis different from a standard wig.We

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56:30

Fueling Recovery: Hypermetabolism & Nutrition with...

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2025/03/11

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with Dr. Victoria Miles to explore the fascinating and complex world of hypermetabolism—the body's heightened metabolic response after a burn injury. 🚑 Dr. Miles, who started her career as a paramedic, shares how her experience in emergency medicine shaped her approach to burn care and patient recovery. We dive into nutrition's critical role in healing, including how the entire burn care team—dietitians, therapists, and more—works together

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