Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD
Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD is a podcast hosted by Amy Erhart and Meagan Houpt, both born with a congenital heart defect known as Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
Through candid conversations, we share our personal journeys and amplify the voices of others living with congenital heart disease—patients, caregivers, spouses, and advocates alike. Each episode is rooted in honesty, education, and connection, exploring both the challenges and the triumphs of life with CHD.
Our mission is to raise awareness, provide education, and offer hope for the future of the CHD community. Whether you are living with CHD, loving someone who is, or simply looking to learn more, this space is for you.
We invite you to join us as we open our hearts and share real stories that matter.
Welcome to Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD.
Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD
Latest Episodes
The Murmur Mill: CHD Patients Can’t Have ‘Normal’ Lives
In today’s Murmur Mill, we talk about the idea of living “normal” lives. While we’re fully aware that we have heart defects, we also know they don’t define who we are. The belief that people with CHD can’t live full, fulfilling lives is just th...
Finding Confidence Through Sport with Elisabeth Baril
On today’s episode, we talk with Lizzie about her inspiring journey. Lizzie was born with a congenital heart defect and 22q11 deletion syndrome, which has shaped many aspects of her life beyond just her heart condition.She shares her exp...
Icing Smiles: Creating Joy, One Cake at a Time
Let’s talk about cake! Not just any cake, but cakes that bring smiles to some truly incredible people.Icing Smiles is an organization that connects volunteer bakers from across the country to create special cakes for children with chroni...
Living Both Sides of CHD with Mia Johnson
Today, Mia joins us to share her incredibly unique story. Born with a congenital heart defect of her own, Mia has lived a healthy and vibrant life. When she and her husband decided to grow their family, she knew there were potential risks after...
Mezzion & FUEL-2: A New Chapter of Hope with John Pressor, Margaret Sarah Alexander, and Meg Didier
Today, we’re joined by members of Mezzion, a pharmaceutical company focused on improving outcomes for those living with single ventricle heart conditions. In our conversation with John, Margaret Sarah, and Meg, we learn more about their mission...