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Mason Sawyer, originally from West Jordan, Utah, is a devoted father and advocate for resilience. He enjoyed a successful basketball career, highlighted by achievements such as Utah All-State, winning a State Championship, and playing college ball at Utah Tech, formerly known as Dixie State.Mason married his high school sweetheart, Kortni Atkinson, whose warm spirit and commitment to family made her the heart of their home. An incredible mother and dedicated nurse, Kortni worked as a home and hospice caregiver in her final months, always trying to comfort others.Together, they raised three children: Riggins, who mirrored his mother's positivity and had a knack for making friends wherever he went. His infectious enthusiasm and heartfelt approach to life meant that he lived fully in each moment, often claiming that each day was either the best or worst of his life. Franki, their adventurous daughter, was just two years old but packed her short life with joy and excitement. Known for he
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- 5 days ago1h 9m
#212 - Aubrie Flynn
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast, Mason sits down with Aubrie Flynn to talk about losing her mother, Julie, to alcohol addiction at just 55. Together they revisit Julie's obituary and explore the two sides of a woman who lit up every room she entered. Julie hosted every pool party, welcomed every neighborhood kid, and squealed with joy at anyone's good news, all while quietly fighting an addiction no one talked about for years. Aubrie opens up about the guilt of feeling angry at her mom in her final days, the harrowing scenes at the hospital, and the impossible decision to remove life support. She also shares how grief became her superpower, teaching her to face hard things instead of hiding from them. It's a raw conversation about the complexity of the people we love, the weight of family secrets, and why talking about them changes everything.
- 1 weeks ago35 min
#211 - Blue Sawyer, Sami Leonard, and Mason Sawyer
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast Mason sits down with his son Blue Sawyer and girlfriend Sami Leonard for a lighthearted change of pace. Instead of the usual heavy topics, theye trade questions from silly to philosophical—debating whether you'd rather fight a wolf or a horse, who wins between Batman and Santa Claus, and whether you'd burp bubbles or fart glitter. Blue weighs in on what makes a person good, why people get old, and what happens after we die. They wrap up with Halloween costumes, favorite movies, and a reminder that it's okay to be happy.
- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
#210 - Michelle Rivera
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast Mason sits down with Michelle Rivera, a mother from Lowell, Massachusetts, who shares the story of losing her 16-year-old son Louis to appendicitis complications in 2009. She opens up about her journey through guilt, anger, and poor coping mechanisms, ultimately finding healing through faith and prayer. The conversation explores the difference between happiness and joy, the power of letting go, and how grief transforms into enduring love.
- 3 weeks ago1h 5m
#209 - Maddi Sorenson
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast, Mason talks with Maddie Sorensen, whose fiancé, Trent, died just six weeks into her pregnancy. He was found in his trailer with Metallica's "One" playing on repeat, and Maddie is still left with a question she may never be able to answer: was it an accident, or did he take his own life? Maddie shares what came after: being left out of Trent's obituary, being mocked at his funeral, and raising a daughter whose paternity his family has refused to acknowledge. It's an honest conversation about complicated grief, family rejection, living with unanswered questions, and learning how to find your own 90%.
- Sep 26, 20261h 15m
#208 - Matt Smyth
In this episode of the 10 Ninety Podcast Mason sits down with Matt Smyth to share the heartbreaking story of losing his wife Carli and their unborn son Liam to a hidden condition called pulmonary arterial hypertension. Matt opens up about his journey from high school sweethearts to sudden widower, the loneliness of grief, and how he's choosing to live with purpose—honoring Carli through his podcast, charity runs, and a commitment to help others facing loss. A raw conversation about love, faith, and the resilience it takes to keep going when your whole world is on the other side.
- Sep 26, 20261h 10m
#206 - David Ferrugio
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast Mason sits down with David Ferrugio, host of the Dead Talks podcast. David was just twelve when his father was killed on 9/11 in the North Tower at Cantor Fitzgerald. They discuss the last memory shared with his dad—a Yankees game two days before—the unique weight of grieving a loss constantly replayed globally, and how watching 9/11 footage became an accidental form of exposure therapy. The conversation also covers David's journey into podcasting, his book, and his philosophy that grief and living aren't mutually exclusive.
- Sep 17, 20261h 14m
#207 - Jerry Glover
In this episode of the 10 Ninety Podcast, Mason sits down with Jerry Glover, a grieving father who lost his 14-year-old son Dexton to what he believes was an accidental suicide. Jerry opens up about the guilt, anger, and overwhelming weight of losing a child, the difficulty of navigating family dynamics after tragedy, and why men need to break the silence around grief. He shares the story of the morning he got the call, the spiritual moment he felt his son's presence on a foggy mountain road, and what keeps him here for his other children. A raw, vulnerable conversation about love, forgiveness, and survival.
- Sep 13, 20261h 10m
#206 - David Ferrugio
In this episode of The 10 Ninety Podcast Mason sits down with David Ferrugio, host of the Dead Talks podcast. David was just twelve when his father was killed on 9/11 in the North Tower at Cantor Fitzgerald. They discuss the last memory shared with his dad—a Yankees game two days before—the unique weight of grieving a loss constantly replayed globally, and how watching 9/11 footage became an accidental form of exposure therapy. The conversation also covers David's journey into podcasting, his book, and his philosophy that grief and living aren't mutually exclusive.
About The 10 Ninety Podcast
Mason Sawyer, originally from West Jordan, Utah, is a devoted father and advocate for resilience. He enjoyed a successful basketball career, highlighted by achievements such as Utah All-State, winning a State Championship, and playing college ball at Utah Tech, formerly known as Dixie State.Mason married his high school sweetheart, Kortni Atkinson, whose warm spirit and commitment to family made her the heart of their home. An incredible mother and dedicated nurse, Kortni worked as a home and hospice caregiver in her final months, always trying to comfort others.Together, they raised three children: Riggins, who mirrored his mother's positivity and had a knack for making friends wherever he went. His infectious enthusiasm and heartfelt approach to life meant that he lived fully in each moment, often claiming that each day was either the best or worst of his life. Franki, their adventurous daughter, was just two years old but packed her short life with joy and excitement. Known for he
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