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Girls with Grafts is a podcast hosted by Amber Wilcox and Rachel Kudlak, Burn Survivors, and supporters of the nonprofit, Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. The Girls with Grafts podcast is for burn survivors, caregivers, hospital staff, and corporate partners in the burn community. Hear in-depth conversations about burn survivor stories, gain resources for managing a burn injury, hear up-to-date... more

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In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Abby Horton, MS, CCLS, a Certified Child Life Specialist with over a decade of experience supporting children and families through burn injuries and medical trauma. Abby's work spans pediatr... more

When Damon Spring joined his local volunteer fire department, he was answering a call to serve his community. 🚒 During his rookie year, that calling changed his life forever. On August 18, 2018, Damon was caught in a wildfire burnover sparked by a h... more

Heat hits differently when you're a burn survivor—and this week, we're getting into the science behind why. ☀️

Rachel and Amber sit down with Dr. Craig Crandall, Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Director of the Th... more

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Dr. Charles McKenzie and his son, Scott, to talk about burn recovery, family support, and the lasting impact of community.❤️

Scott was just 10 years old when he survived a fuel tank explosi... more

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Recent Guests

Abby Horton
Certified Child Life Specialist with burn care expertise
Independent/Private Practice; burn care teams in New England
Episode: Choice, Comfort, and Courage: Helping Children Visit a Loved One in the Burn Center
Damon Spring
Volunteer firefighter, burn survivor, founder of Scar Warriors
Scar Warriors, Phoenix Society partner programs
Episode: Answering the Call: Damon Spring on Firefighting, Recovery, and Giving Back
Craig Crandall
Professor of Internal Medicine and Director of the Thermal and Vascular Psychology Laboratory
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Episode: The Science of Staying Cool: Dr. Craig Crandall and the Burn Survivor Heat Risk Calculator
Charlie McKenzie
Pediatric dentist
Valleywise Health, Arizona Burn Center
Episode: A Son and Father’s Story of Resilience, Recovery, and Life After a Burn Injury
Scott McKenzie
Burn survivor, 17-year-old student
Self/Family
Episode: A Son and Father’s Story of Resilience, Recovery, and Life After a Burn Injury
Phyllida Swift
Appearance activist, CEO of Face Equality International
Face Equality International
Episode: You Are Uniquely You: Celebrating Face Equality Week with Phyllida Swift
Ariadna Bernal
Burn survivor and Phoenix SOAR peer supporter; originally from Mexico
Phoenix Society / Shriners Hospitals (through care network)
Episode: Finding Strength in Connection: Ariadna’s Journey from Survivor to Supporter
Kelsay Parrott
Burn survivor and nonprofit founder-to-be, focus on trauma and disaster recovery
Independent (aspiring nonprofit founder)
Episode: Your Injury Doesn’t Define You—It Can Be a Catalyst for Change with Kelsay Parrott
Madeleine Carson
Director of Programs, Burns Recovered
Burns Recovered
Episode: The Magic of Showing Up: Volunteerism & Burn Camp with Madeleine Carson

Hosts

Amber Wilcox
Host of Girls with Grafts, burn survivor, affiliated with Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
Rachel Kudlak
Host of Girls with Grafts, burn survivor, affiliated with Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • New to this podcast

    Hi just found out about this podcast through Instagram. I am a burn victim from a car fire 50% of my body burned, right arm amputation, TBI and I continue to suffer with PTSD. I am looking forward to listening to these episodes here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bagel014
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Resource for Burn Survivors & Caregivers

    The hosts are both burn survivors, have great guests, cover relevant topics, are entertaining and are dedicated to helping the burn community, I take away valuable insights from each podcast and am looking forward to the next one already.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Titijyana
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspiring and Insightful!

    I enjoy tuning in to Girls with Grafts every week! The hosts do a great job interviewing guests with inspiring stories to share. This is a great resource for the burn survivor community!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lauren McNee
    United States4 years ago
  • Always Interesting and Useful

    Amber and Rachel have really good rapport with their guests and each other. The topics they cover are both interesting in general and are very useful to the burn survivor community and those who support them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iampatmann
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Message for Burn Survivors & Beyond!

    Girls with Grafts shares great information about the burn community, and helps to raise awareness about stories of survival, advocacy, and more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Awilcox429
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' relatable survivor perspectives and practical guidance.
Content is consistently supportive of burn survivors and caregivers, with a strong emphasis on community resources.
Guests are well-curated, bringing credible expertise and inspirational personal stories.

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Connection Beyond the Hospital: A Girls with Grafts x H.E.A.L. Collaboration
Q: What can listeners do right now to engage more with these organizations?
Listeners can subscribe to the Graft Girls podcast, follow the Phoenix Society on social media, download the State of the Survivor reports, and reach out to connect locally or digitally for resources and support.
Connection Beyond the Hospital: A Girls with Grafts x H.E.A.L. Collaboration
Q: What are some programs or resources you want listeners to know about, like SOAR or World Burn Congress?
We described Phoenix SOAR as a hospital- and community-based peer-support model, and Phoenix World Burn Congress as a major event; we also discussed the Open Mic concept and how these platforms help burn survivors share stories and build community.
Connection Beyond the Hospital: A Girls with Grafts x H.E.A.L. Collaboration
Q: What can you tell listeners about Phoenix Society and Graft Girls and how they collaborate?
We explained how we blend our resources, audience, and networks to amplify impact, sharing access to portals, events, and peer support while highlighting the importance of staying connected through multiple channels.
Finding Strength in Connection: Ariadna’s Journey from Survivor to Supporter
Q: So what advice or tips would you give to survivors who are early in recovery and dealing with an amputation?
She urges survivors to acknowledge the pain and grief but to pursue life after injury, highlighting the value of therapy, patience, and leaning on family; she stresses that it is possible to study, work, have relationships, and enjoy life by embracing the process and seeking support.
Finding Strength in Connection: Ariadna’s Journey from Survivor to Supporter
Q: Well, I know I just gave a very quick overview of your bio, and I know a little bit about your burn injury, but do you mind just sharing with our listeners a little bit more about your injury and your journey as a burn survivor?
Ariadna describes the accident in August 2018 at age 14, the gas leak, the long ICU stay, multiple surgeries, and the amputation of her left leg. She emphasizes the intense emotional struggle, the importance of family support, and the transition from patient to peer supporter, which helped her find purpose and motivate others.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Girls with Grafts

What is Girls with Grafts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on burn survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, and advocates, exploring personal recovery stories, medical and psychosocial guidance, safety and prevention, and advocacy through partnerships with the Phoenix Society. Episodes blend survivor narratives with practical resources—ranging from family support and school reentry to heat safety, reconstructive options, and peer-led programs—often featuring experts, clinicians, and activists who illuminate burn care, recovery, and community empowerment. Noteworthy aspects include a strong emphasis on peer support, multidisciplinary approaches to healing, and collaboration across organizations to advance education, prevention, and inclusion for burn survivors and their network... more

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1. Abby Horton
2. Damon Spring
3. Craig Crandall
4. Charlie McKenzie
5. Scott McKenzie
6. Phyllida Swift
7. Ariadna Bernal
8. Kelsay Parrott

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