Forks is a podcast about what happens when life doesn’t go as planned — and how we find our way forward.
🎧 New here? Start with our intro episode: on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Each week, longtime friends and hosts Alexis Hood and Amie Plourde sit down with people who’ve faced tough situations: mental health struggles, addiction, incarceration, divorce, job loss, grief, identity shifts — and chose to build something honest and meaningful in the aftermath.
Whether you’re standing at your own crossroads or simply curious about how others rebuilt their lives and navigated life, you’ll find stories of resilience, reinvention, and raw humanity.
Real people. Real pivots. The moments that ask: how the fork did I get here?
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All content, including audio, transcripts, and other materials, is owned by the podcast creators (Alexis Hood and Amie Plourde) and cannot be reproduced or redistributed without permission.
Disclaimer
The Forks podcast, available at forkspod.com, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. The content provided is not a substitute for professional advice, and the hosts are not liable for any actions taken based on podcast discussions. By participating as a guest, individuals consent to the recording and sharing of their stories. Listener privacy is respected in line with our privacy policy, and any data collected will be handled in accordance with applicable laws such as GDPR and CCPA. For full terms and policies, please visit forkspod.com/disclaimer.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forks is a podcast about what happens when life doesn’t go as planned — and how we find our way forward.
🎧 New here? Start with our intro episode: on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Each week, longtime friends and hosts Alexis Hood and Amie Plourde sit down with people who’ve faced tough situations: mental health struggles, addiction, incarceration, divorce, job loss, grief, identity shifts — and chose to build something honest and meaningful in the aftermath.
Whether you’re standing at your own crossroads or simply curious about how others rebuilt their lives and navigated life, you’ll find stories of resilience, reinvention, and raw humanity.
Real people. Real pivots. The moments that ask: how the fork did I get here?
Follow Forks
Copyright
All content, including audio, transcripts, and other materials, is owned by the podcast creators (Alexis Hood and Amie Plourde) and cannot be reproduced or redistributed without permission.
Disclaimer
The Forks podcast, available at forkspod.com, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. The content provided is not a substitute for professional advice, and the hosts are not liable for any actions taken based on podcast discussions. By participating as a guest, individuals consent to the recording and sharing of their stories. Listener privacy is respected in line with our privacy policy, and any data collected will be handled in accordance with applicable laws such as GDPR and CCPA. For full terms and policies, please visit forkspod.com/disclaimer.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this eye-opening episode of Forks, we sit down with Hannah Varto, a nurse practitioner and forensic expert dedicated to supporting survivors of violence. From her journey into forensic nursing to launching Canada’s first clinic dedicated to post-violence medical care, Hannah shares her insights on the intersection of healthcare, justice, and advocacy.
We also discuss the state of sexual health education, including the impact of Sue Johanson, the legendary host of Sunday Night Sex Show, on Hannah’s career and passion for open, judgment-free conversations about sexual health. Plus, we dive into the role of forensic nursing in trauma recovery and her groundbreaking research on brain injuries caused by violence. And don’t miss an introduction to Levi, the therapy dog offering comfort to survivors.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The importance of trauma-informed healthcare
✔️ The need for better sexual health education in schools
✔️ The legacy of Sue Johanson in promoting open conversations about sex
✔️ Challenges in the legal system for survivors of violence
✔️ How forensic nursing bridges the gap between healthcare and justice
✔️ A revolutionary study on biomarkers for brain injuries in survivors
💡 A must-listen for anyone interested in healthcare, advocacy, or the fight for justice.
Follow Forks
Copyright
All content, including audio, transcripts, and other materials, is owned by the podcast creators (Alexis Hood and Amie Plourde) and cannot be reproduced or redistributed without permission.
Disclaimer
The Forks podcast, available at forkspod.com, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. The content provided is not a substitute for professional advice, and the hosts are not liable for any actions taken based on podcast discussions.
By participating as a guest, individuals consent to the recording and sharing of their stories. Listener privacy is respected in line with our privacy policy, and any data collected will be handled in accordance with applicable laws such as GDPR and CCPA.
For full terms and policies, please visit forkspod.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.