Through a Parent’s Eyes: Grieving Colby, Loving Emily

04/08/25 • 73 min

What happens when parents grieve not only the loss of a son-in-law, but also the heartbreak of watching their daughter’s world shatter?

Emily sits down with her mom and dad—Terry and Gary—for an intimate, multi-layered conversation marking five years since the loss of her husband, Colby Cave.

With a mix of childhood stories, cherished Colby memories, and raw reflections on navigating tragedy during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, this episode offers a rare look at grief through the eyes of parents.

From hilarious tales of toddler Emily wallpapering her own room to the harrowing moments surrounding Colby’s hospitalization, they share how love, legacy, and faith have carried their family through unspeakable loss.

Listen For:

8:00 – The Girl with the Water Bottles in the Desert

15:00 – First NHL Assist & Boston Memories

20:00 – April 2020: A Week That Changed Everything

47:20 – Two-Fold Grief: A Mother’s Insight

1:00:30 – Colby’s Kids: Legacy on the Ice

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Guests: Terry and Gary Gill

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What happens when parents grieve not only the loss of a son-in-law, but also the heartbreak of watching their daughter’s world shatter?

Emily sits down with her mom and dad—Terry and Gary—for an intimate, multi-layered conversation marking five years since the loss of her husband, Colby Cave.

Listen For:

8:00 – The Girl with the Water Bottles in the Desert

15:00 – First NHL Assist & Boston Memories

20:00 – April 2020: A Week That Changed Everything

47:20 – Two-Fold Grief: A Mother’s Insight

1:00:30 – Colby’s Kids: Legacy on the Ice

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Guests: Terry and Gary Gill

Contact Emily:

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Writing, Healing & Hitting, the Stage with Levi Hummon

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What do a broken heart, a country music stage, and a wedding countdown have in common?

Emily reconnects with longtime friend and rising country artist Levi Hummon.

From growing up with a legendary songwriter dad to navigating heartbreaks, record deals, and viral TikTok dances, Levi opens up about the highs and lows of life on and off stage.

The two reminisce on CMA Fest memories, share behind-the-scenes moments from Levi’s songwriting journey (including working with Walker Hayes and Steven Tyler), and dive into his upcoming wedding, his mom’s inspiring non-profit Thistle Farms, and the unexpected ways grief and love shape creativity.

This episode is a beautiful blend of vulnerability, humor, music, and meaningful reflection — one you won’t want to miss.

Listen For:

06:10 – “I Made It” Moments and the Power of the Opry

13:41 – Is Levi Writing a Wedding Song? (Spoiler: Yes!)

16:40 – Pre-Show Rituals, Dad Advice & Kicking Over Beers

29:38 – Gratitude, Grief, and the Power of Perspective

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Connect with guest: LEVI HUMMON

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You Are More, With Emily Cave Boit - Through a Parent’s Eyes: Grieving Colby, Loving Emily

Transcript

Emily Cave Boit (00:00:00):

Hey everyone. Welcome back to episode 13 of You Are More with Emily Cave Boit. I am so, so excited for today's guests. So many of you have asked to have them on the podcast. So my mom and dad are here to talk about their experience the last five years watching