Jul 31, 2026
Do you ever wonder what brings a historical fiction story to life?
In this episode, Cynthia L Simmons reveals the historical inspiration behind her newest historical mystery, Moment in Time. Get a peek into how Helen, Edward, and Helen's sharp-eyed kitten companion came to be. If you are a history buff, a mystery...
May 7, 2026
Have you ever felt you were in a season of "steeping" while you waited?
In this special Mother's Day episode, Cynthia L Simmons invites you to grab a cup of hot tea and step back 1700 years into history to discover the life of one of the most resilient mothers who ever lived: St Monica. The world remembers her son,...
Apr 30, 2026
Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast. I'm your hostess, Cynthia L Simmons, and I have been reflecting on navigating the storms of life.
Sometimes the best lessons in resilience and trust come from the most unexpected places. Today, that comes from the deck of a World War II battleship. I delight in finding fun...
Apr 3, 2026
While researching the Revolutionary War era, I came across a theme of grave robbers, called 'resurrectionists.' People accused Dr. Edward Shippen of stealing bodies to dissect for the medical school in PA. However, as I kept reading, I found the problem started in ancient history and continued into the...
Feb 6, 2026
Welcome to Heart of the Matter Radio/Podcast where we rethink history to reclaim hope for today.
We have all heard of heros who lead armies and take over countries. What about a hero who wouldn't stop walking?
Today we travel back to Berlin to 1933 where Nazi guards hover at ever door, roughing up people. New laws took...