A Normal Part of Life

In the third episode of A Normal Part of Life, Erahm and Koelle speak with Ella Brophy, a social work therapist whose connection with horses has shaped both her personal healing and her approach to supporting others. Ella shares what drew her to therapeutic work and what it has been like to begin that career in her early twenties, including the challenge of earning the trust of adults navigating mental health struggles. Together, they explore the experiences that lead people toward a life of service, and how to care for themselves while caring for others.

In the second episode of A Normal Part of Life, Erahm and Koelle welcome Robert K. Reed, a nationally recognized leader in trauma-informed care, criminal justice reform, and prisoner reentry. Drawing on more than three decades of experience with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Rob reveals how his work transformed his understanding of justice and taught him to look beyond behavior to the trauma and pain beneath it. Together, they explore how compassion and accountability can coexist, and how listening, understanding, and genuine human connection can lead to meaningful change.

In the premiere episode of A Normal Part of Life, Erahm Christopher and Koelle Simpson introduce the heart behind the podcast and the deeper conversations the series aims to explore. Through an intimate and honest discussion, they share the personal experiences, questions, and human realities that inspired the project and the journey ahead.