Love, Loss & Legacy: Laura’s Journey Through Grief and Grit

In this profoundly moving episode of Champagne Problems, host Robbie Shaw sits down with Laura King Edwards—author, rare disease advocate, and endurance athlete—for a deeply personal conversation about resilience, purpose, and the power of love. Laura shares her extraordinary journey of navigating life after her sister Taylor’s diagnosis with Batten disease, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disorder. From founding a nonprofit and running blindfolded half-marathons to becoming a mother just days before losing her sister, Laura offers a raw, inspiring look at grief, healing, and the unexpected ways purpose can unfold. Tune in for a heartfelt dialogue about family, identity, legacy, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life—even in the face of unimaginable loss.