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Down in the Valley

by Carissa & Kali

Behind the headlines of our lives are untold stories. The circumstances that we think get in our way, are the very circumstances that allow us to realize who we are and where we are going. Join Kali and Carissa and listen in as they have brave and real conversations with people around Utah valley.

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Episodes

  1. Get me to the hospital

    At the beginning of this year my Grandpa was diagnosed with Liver Cancer. Upon finding out that this would be the last year of his life, I gathered some recording equipment and drove to Ephraim, Utah to sit in his front room and record the stories and learnings of his life so we could forever...

  2. Love is really strength

    We know that death is part of life. But what about when it happens too soon? In this episode you'll hear from Sue who has a very visceral relationship with death. From the loss a daughter in law who was a young mother, a grandchild who never took his first breath, a brother overcome by addiction,...

  3. Just hold on, it'll get better

    Immigration has played a key role in America, we are the melting pot, the American dream is sold all over the world, we cherish our freedoms here in the land of opportunity. In this episode, you'll meet MayEllis who is an immigrant to the U.S. from Venezuela. She shares her experience that…

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  4. Women and Politics

    The nineteenth amendment was passed by congress in June 1919 ratified on August 18th 1920, granting women the right to vote. Utah had granted that right to women long before it was a national right, and even before statehood. In 1870, while still considered a Territory, Utah women were the first…

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  5. This is my chance

    Earlier this week we heard from Dolly who recounted her childhood and challenges that shaped her. This episode is catching up to where she is today. She followed the pad that was set out for her! She arrived at a good career, a lot of money, notoriety in her job title. When she got to the top she...

  6. Are we going to make it?

    In this episode you'll meet Daulton who discusses her parents divorce and the role it played in shaping who she is. She talks through her family dynamics and how it impacted her relationship with her sister and how she recovered that relationship. She also reflects on what "Family" means to her,...

  7. Best Friend Soul Mate

    Earlier this week you heard from Shelby who shared her journey with mental health. In our conversation she also talked about an experience with her best friend. This part of her experience is rich with deep understandings, and we feel compelled to share this part of the conversation as well.…

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  8. Everybody needs a Therapist

    In this episode you'll hear from Shelby and learn about her journey with Mental Health. She shares her story of what brought her to her rock bottom, the lessons she learned, and her continued rising and becoming more of who she has always been.

  9. All in this together

    This very special episode includes the stories and experiences of a few people in Utah as they have experienced the pandemic 2020 and the social distancing order that has been placed on us. Some people sent in their words and we read them on their behalf, and others sent in their own voices their...

  10. Thank you’s and bloopers

    The last episode in season one! This is a short conversation thanking everyone who helped make Down In The Valley possible. We also discuss what we have learned, season two, and bloopers! We hope you laugh and enjoy the last conversation of season one!

  11. It is what it is

    Heidi opens up about the pain she endures throughout the day, the complications and illnesses she has been diagnosed with, the reality of mom guilt, and raising a 9 year old son with Autism.

  12. I’m just like everybody else

    This episode is less a telling of a story, and more of a sharing of a perspective, which is equally important given the moment in time we find ourselves here in the Valley. Bly is the second interview from our LBGTQ community, and we are honored they share their insight with us on how to be…

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  13. Horrible Freak Accident

    Between 2006 and 2012 America’s largest pharmaceutical companies flooded our country with over 76 billion opioid pain pills. This is just ONE story of a young boy who was caught as collateral damage in this heartbreaking epidemic. Matt shares his story of addiction and hope. We hope you find…

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  14. Million Dollar Man

    When he was seventeen, Jeremy fell off a cliff. 160 feet down. He survived! Jeremy has an incredibly optimistic outlook on life, and he recounts his near death experience with us. We are so glad that he recovered, and lives to tell us about it.

  15. Tough Nut

    We sat down to talk about the impact our mothers have had on our lives, and what we really admire about them. And our guest this week is Goose, who discusses the things in his life that inspire him which includes the great outdoors, and of course his mother! He shares about the pain and of…

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  16. I’m Not Really A Wimp

    This weeks episode is honoring our friend Todd. He passed away shortly after the time of this recording, and we are honored to share his story and insights on life. We discuss child abuse, the death of his father, falling in love, and how he raised his own family.

  17. #MeToo

    Two brave women join Carissa and Kali in an open and raw conversation about their experiences with sexual violence.

  18. It happens

    Carissa and Kali discuss our experiences and feelings regarding religion and the impact of the culture on our lives. We share our conversation with Jasmine who shares her experiences through deep inner struggles followed by the power of finding love and self acceptance. http://www.queermeals.com...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Behind the headlines of our lives are untold stories. The circumstances that we think get in our way, are the very circumstances that allow us to realize who we are and where we are going. Join Kali and Carissa and listen in as they have brave and real conversations with people around Utah valley.

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Carissa & Kali

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Down in the Valley have?

Down in the Valley currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Down in the Valley about?

Behind the headlines of our lives are untold stories. The circumstances that we think get in our way, are the very circumstances that allow us to realize who we are and where we are going. Join Kali and Carissa and listen in as they have brave and real conversations with people around Utah valley.

How often does Down in the Valley release new episodes?

Down in the Valley has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Down in the Valley?

Down in the Valley is created and hosted by Carissa & Kali.
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