Ashley Jo is the author of Tides of Grief, Waves of Grace, a deeply honest memoir born from the loss of her infant son to SMA. Writing became her way to process grief, addiction, heartbreak, and healing—and a place to tell the whole messy truth out loud. A mother of six, including one angel baby and two bonus sons, Ashley shares her journey with raw authenticity, reminding others that healing doesn’t require perfection—only honesty. 

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Chad Womack is a husband, father, real estate professional, and former bar owner and entrepreneur who is now using his personal experience with addiction and recovery to raise awareness around kratom, kava, and substance dependency. Through honesty and vulnerability, he shares his story to help others recognize the warning signs, confront hidden struggles, and choose a path forward rooted in truth and accountability. 

Chris Howard is an award-winning film and television producer and co-founder of Mosaic Entertainment. A former national champion running back for the University of Michigan and professional football player, he has a deep passion for storytelling that moves hearts and minds. In collaboration with Kellie and Erin, Chris is the driving force and producer behind The Boxes project, the documentary he is creating to honor the lasting impact of Marsha (Guarda) Thomas’s life, love, and legacy.

Christy Whitney Borchard is a pioneering hospice and palliative care leader and the founding President & CEO of HopeWest, a nationally respected non-profit that has served more than 29,000 patients and families across western Colorado. Over nearly 30 years, Christy transformed end-of-life care through compassionate leadership, community-based innovation, and an unwavering belief that dignity—not profit—should guide care. Now retired, she continues her legacy through consulting and mentorship, helping organizations lead with purpose, humanity, and hope. 

Cindy Hartzell is the founder of Heart Soul Confidence-Based Horsemanship®, a bestselling author, podcast host, and passionate advocate for wild horses. After a life-changing accident with her beloved palomino, RC, she rebuilt her confidence and discovered a calling to help women heal through trust, leadership, and partnership with horses. Cindy’s work blends resilience, emotional awareness, and horsemanship to empower women to reclaim their strength — in the saddle and in life. 

Dr. Becky Whetstone is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, relationship expert, and author who specializes in helping couples navigate crisis with clarity and courage. Known as The Marriage Crisis Manager, she brings decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families facing some of life’s most difficult relationship challenges. 

Her work is deeply informed by her own life experiences—including divorce, single motherhood, and the devastating loss of her son, Benjamin, a Marine killed in Afghanistan. Through both her professional practice and personal journey, Dr. Becky offers honest, compassionate guidance to those seeking to rebuild connection, make difficult decisions, and move forward with intention. 

Gini Thomas is an amputee advocate, speaker, and patient ambassador who uses her personal journey of loss, limb difference, and recovery to inspire and support others. Following a tragic motorcycle accident that took her husband and led to the loss of her leg, Gini has become a powerful voice for resilience, accessibility, and self-advocacy—helping others navigate life after trauma with honesty, strength, and perspective.

Jason Jepson is a creative visionary, entrepreneur, and connector of people and stories. As Erin’s partner and the link to producer Chris Howard, Jason played a key role in the discovery and creation of The Boxes project and joins The P-I-G to reflect on love, loss, and what it means to support others through healing and transformation.

Katie Thomas is the wife of Lew “Pop” Thomas and a second mom to Kellie and Erin. She offers an open-hearted perspective on love, step-parenting, and blending families after loss. Her unwavering presence has been a healing gift in their lives and a testament to the power of showing up.

Lew Thomas (“Pop”) is a devoted father, veteran, and storyteller who embraced  and raised Kellie and Erin as his own, legally adopting them at ages 18 and 11 respectively. His reflections on love, family, and honoring Marsha’s memory through “The Boxes” offer a heartfelt look into fatherhood, legacy, and how we carry those we love even after they’re gone.

Marcus Straub is a coach, consultant, and mentor with over 23 years of experience helping people create lives of purpose and intention through his company, LIG Coaching & Consulting. He brings personal insight and professional perspective to The P-I-G Podcast as Kellie and Erin's coach, along with his own journey navigating fatherhood, grief, and legacy after losing his dad to suicide in 2009. Learn more about Marcus at LIGcoaching.com.

Dr. Matthew Arau is the founder of Upbeat! Global and author of Upbeat!: Mindset, Mindfulness, and Leadership in Music and Beyond. A renowned educator and conductor, he joins Kellie and Erin on The P-I-G to share how the "Power of G.E.T" (Gratitude, Enthusiasm, Treasure), music, and mindset can help us navigate life's losses and lead with purpose.

Neil Gordon is a communication strategist, writer, and speaker coach who helps people turn their ideas into messages that truly move others. A former editor at Penguin Random House, Neil has worked with TED speakers, CEOs, and bestselling authors to craft high-impact stories, presentations, and pitches. He is the creator of “The Silver Bullet” — a simple, powerful sentence that clarifies purpose, inspires action, and deepens connection. Neil is also the author of The Most Powerful Sentence of All Time, a fable about truth, communication, and the moments that shape who we become. Learn more at NeilCanHelp.com.

 Rebecca Fielding is a writer, author, and adventurer whose deeply personal story of love, loss, and resilience has been featured on NPR, CNN, People, The Washington Post, and more. After losing her brother, Jonathan, she began sharing his story — and her own — with raw honesty and courage. Rebecca’s voice has helped thousands feel less alone in their grief, reminding us that even in unimaginable heartbreak, there is connection, meaning, and hope. 

Rich Boerner is a Webby, NAACP Image, and Broadcast Radio Award–winning audio creator and producer whose career spans major markets including Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco. He’s worked with A-list talent and top networks such as Spotify, Audacy, FOX, and CBS Radio, and has voiced national ad campaigns. His debut memoir, The Not-So Only Child, explores the life-changing discovery that rewrote his family story. 

Steve Knapp is the co-host of Through the Glass Recovery and No Alcohol Needed (formerly, Forged in Silence), podcasts dedicated to sobriety, connection, and men’s mental health. Sober since 2021, Steve shares his journey from addiction to authenticity with raw honesty, creating safe spaces for healing, resilience, and the reminder that none of us are ever truly alone.