First Lady & Friends

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Join Utah’s First Lady Abby Cox and her friends for timely and candid conversations with fascinating people with unique perspectives in an effort to unite us all through our common humanity. Each week, Abby dives into discussions on topics ranging from education to motherhood to mental health and beyond. 

Abby is an outspoken advocate for “getting proximate” with people who have different viewpoints, and using her platform as Utah’s First Lady to combat the empathy crisis our country is facing. 

Come along with us as we journey to bring courage, compassion and connection back into our homes and communities... and have a lot of fun along the way! THANK YOU for being our friend.


Episode Date
Understand and Master Emotional Intelligence with Meikel Reece
Mar 21, 2024
Vanessa Quigley on the Success of Chatbooks, the Importance of Family, and Adult Parenting
Mar 14, 2024
The Undeniable Impact of Unified Sports in Tooele Schools with Superintendent Mark Ernst and Charlie Roberts
Mar 08, 2024
Supporting Rural Educators
Feb 08, 2024
Mariluz Cook on Hosting NBA All-Star Weekend 2023, Being Named Miss Utah USA, and Excelling in a Male-Dominated Field
Feb 02, 2024
Advocating For Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Education With The Policy Project
Jan 18, 2024
Helping Others Achieve Their Dreams with 2023 Spirit of Service Award Recipient – Jared Quan
Jan 12, 2024
Our 2023 Review with Sarah Allred!
Dec 28, 2023
The Hope Behind ‘Garbage Bag Girl’ & The Christmas Box House with Celeste Edmunds & Richard Paul Evans
Dec 21, 2023
Helping Others Through Light the World with Aaron Hall
Dec 14, 2023
Curtis Bennett on inspiring, motivating, and engaging with One Kind Act a Day
Dec 08, 2023
Solving Conflict and Disagreeing Better with Steve Young
Nov 21, 2023
Thriving Teachers, Schools, and Communities
Nov 17, 2023
Presenting Your Best Self and Becoming an Advocate for Change with Sarah Sun, Miss Utah 2023
Nov 10, 2023
How the Utah PTA Sets Our Children Up for Success with Corey Fairholm
Nov 03, 2023
The Importance of Healthy Learning and Working Environments for Teachers
Oct 19, 2023
How The Ron Clark Academy is Transforming the Classroom with Michael Bonner
Oct 10, 2023
Talking All Things Utah Nonprofits with Saru Ramanan
Oct 06, 2023
From Silicon Valley Entrepreneur to Humanitarian Advocate with Amy Antonelli
Sep 21, 2023
Giving service on this year's 9/11 Days of Service with Curtis Bennett
Sep 07, 2023
Love, Belonging, and Service: How Volunteerism Can Counteract Hate and Foster Unity with Mike Moon
Aug 31, 2023
National Governor's Association and 'Disagree Better' with Gov. Spencer Cox
Aug 17, 2023
Sharon Eubank on the need for humanitarian aid and service in our communities
Aug 03, 2023
Katie Donoviel on improving English language skills with the English Skills Learning Center
Jul 27, 2023
Stephen LeFevre on World Trade Center Utah's impact throughout the state
Jul 21, 2023
Trade mission recap, 2023 Special Olympics World Games, and TED Talks with Kirsten Rappleye and Sarah Allred
Jun 29, 2023
Dehenna Davison shares how Levelling Up aims to create equal opportunities throughout the UK
Jun 23, 2023
Julie Castle on how Best Friends is changing the future for pets in shelters
Jun 08, 2023
Pam Hayes and Jay Francis on reducing bullying with Stand 4 Kind
Jun 02, 2023
Showing up for foster care with Liz Rivera and Deborah Lindner on the Fostering Conversations podcast
May 25, 2023
Advertising for a better world with Steve Wright
May 18, 2023
Emily Cloke talks about “The Big Help Out” and the coronation of Charles III and Camilla
May 11, 2023
Caring for our autistic friends after 21 with Sumiko Martinez and Nathan Anderson
May 04, 2023
Shawn and Carrie Bradley at the One Utah Summit
Apr 28, 2023
Building cultural bridges with friends from the Emerald Hills Institute
Apr 20, 2023
Emily Auman opens up about her son, Everett, being diagnosed with Kleefstra syndrome
Apr 13, 2023
Vinay Kalva & Anagha Rao share how teens can live healthier lifestyles with Live Well Teens
Apr 06, 2023
Show Up for Teachers 2023 with Sally Steed, Lynette Cloward, and Sarah Allred
Mar 30, 2023
The latest Show Up recap with Kirsten Rappleye and Sarah Allred
Mar 24, 2023
Megan Johnson on the origination of The Emily Effect and remembering her sister Emily
Mar 16, 2023
Sherry Cutler on the unique experience of being the spouse of an elected official
Mar 09, 2023
Courtnie Worthen on all things Inclusion Week with Special Olympics Utah
Mar 03, 2023
J.W. Davies on unified sports and further education for high school graduates with intellectual disabilities
Feb 16, 2023
Encouraging diversity, equity and human rights with the MLK Commission
Jan 12, 2023
A Christmas anniversary/reunion with the friends!
Dec 22, 2022
Heather Vanboerum on finding forgiveness following an accident that would leave her a double amputee
Dec 08, 2022
Jeremy Cunningham on positive mentors, finding his career stride, and raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease
Dec 01, 2022
Elizabeth Petterson on being a "lived experience expert" and getting involved in foster care
Nov 17, 2022
Kara Bachman shares how USU's food pantry is helping fight against food insecurity
Nov 11, 2022
Matilyn Mortensen on the evolving state of journalism
Nov 10, 2022
Creating an inclusive high school culture through unified sports with Alizabeth Fonnesbeck, Bracken Hertzler, and Steven Hadfield
Nov 03, 2022
Dustin Smith on developing socially responsible athletes that can make a difference
Oct 27, 2022
Effecting societal change for child sexual abuse with Kacie Malouf and Dr. Susan Madsen
Oct 20, 2022
Miss America 2022, Emma Broyles, talks about her passion for Unified Sports and becoming Miss America
Oct 04, 2022
Unified Sports in Utah, Showing Up for our Teachers, and Care Communities in foster care with Kirsten and Sarah
Sep 01, 2022
Brittney Cummins on teacher salaries, lasting effects from the pandemic, and preparing graduates for the world
Aug 25, 2022
Karin Brown shares how we can come together and better serve our communities in Utah
Aug 18, 2022
Marni Allred talks about the library's influence on a student's learning journey
Aug 11, 2022
Higher education, Utah's housing market, and addressing domestic violence with Neil Abercrombie
Aug 05, 2022
Principal Milton Collins on creating powerful human connections at Lincoln Elementary
Jul 21, 2022
Alexa Lou Olson on receiving the MVE award and empowering students through inclusion
Jul 07, 2022
Dr. Anthony Godfrey on setting up Jordan School District educators and students for success
Jun 30, 2022
Advocating for survivors of sexual exploitation with Elizabeth Smart
Jun 23, 2022
More than just a drink with Swig Founder — Nicole Tanner
Jun 09, 2022
Roots is redefining what a healthy and productive education can be with Tyler Bastian and Dan Caffee
Jun 02, 2022
Recapping our “Show Up” Initiatives from the past year with Kirsten Rappleye
May 19, 2022
Nikki MacKay & Amanda Walker help bring awareness to foster care in Utah
May 12, 2022
Lisa Clark on her passion for improv, The Lisa Show, and remembering her late husband — Chris Clark
Apr 21, 2022
Chris Yadon and Betsy Kanorawski on raising awareness around child sexual abuse
Apr 14, 2022
Mike and Liz Mower on bridging Utah communities through faith and service
Apr 07, 2022
SUU Interim President Mindy Benson on the necessity of investing in our youth
Apr 01, 2022
Liz Owens on how YWCA Utah is helping heal and empower Utahns
Mar 24, 2022
Irina Pierpont and Owen Fuller talk about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and how Utahns can help
Mar 17, 2022
Rebecca Ford on the impact of the Mr. and Miss Super Amazing Pageant in Toole
Mar 10, 2022
Bettina Smith Edmondson on becoming the first black person to sit on the Layton City Council
Feb 24, 2022
Michelle Suzuki and Melinda Lewis on some of the struggles that teachers are going through right now
Feb 17, 2022
Amanda Millerberg and Sarah Allred unveil the 123 Challenge and #ShowUpForService
Feb 10, 2022
Rich Christiansen opens up about uncovering a family secret
Feb 03, 2022
Surprise birthday pod featuring Governor Cox!
Jan 27, 2022
Pat Jones talks about the need to elevate women in all aspects of life
Jan 13, 2022
Reunion show with all of the old friends to talk about crypto, new favorite restaurants, and the Utah Jazz!
Dec 16, 2021
The Christkindlmarkt in Utah, helping our incoming refugees, and how you can support foster care in Utah
Dec 02, 2021
Lynda Horne shares some amazing facts about the Utah Governor's Mansion
Nov 26, 2021
Show Up initiative updates with Kirsten Rappleye
Nov 18, 2021
Nell Bright shares memories of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) in WWII
Nov 11, 2021
Ashley Smith on the Utah Jazz, dance's impact on the youth, and making positive change in Utah
Nov 04, 2021
Growing up in southern Utah with Elder and Sister Holland
Oct 28, 2021
Luna Banuri on developing connections in Utah through the Utah Civic Muslim League and aiding our refugee communities
Oct 22, 2021
Amanda Covington on the importance of opportunity and saying yes in life
Oct 14, 2021
Kristin Andrus on how philanthropy plays a major role in her life and the drive to help others
Oct 07, 2021
Dr. Lexie Kite on why we need to redefine how we envision beauty
Sep 30, 2021
Renae Ingles on growing up in Australia, playing professional Netball at 15, and raising awareness for ASD
Sep 23, 2021
Mayor Jenny Wilson on bipartisanship in Utah, connection within communities, and women in politics
Sep 16, 2021
LaDawn Stoddard on Utah's volunteerism and available projects for this years' September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
Sep 09, 2021
The lifechanging impact of reunification within foster care with Megan and Vanessa
Sep 02, 2021
Marc Brackett on the impact that emotional intelligence can have in education
Aug 26, 2021
We're live from the Utah Charter Network Symposium to talk about how the pandemic has affected our teachers and counselors
Aug 19, 2021
Syd Dickson talks about the ever-evolving state of education in Utah
Aug 12, 2021
Diving into Permission to Feel by Marc Brackett — Our first book club episode!
Aug 05, 2021
Dr. Susan Madsen on the importance of developing leadership skills in young girls
Jul 30, 2021