Best Griefsupport Podcasts (2025)

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A World on Fire: Honouring and Supporting our Collective Grief 30:10

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2M ago30:10

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This is the finale episode of season 8! What a season it's been. I thank you all for your continuous support of the podcast! I thought about all the ways in which I wanted to end the season. But to be honest, there was no other way I wanted or could end this season other than with todays episode. Our collective, worldly, planetary grief is at an al…

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Grief Anonymous: Managing Physical Effects of Grief, Visiting Places of Rest and the Use of Antidepressants in Grief 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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Welcome to Grief Anon! This is the episode where you write in your griefy questions, queries or overall sharings and I do my best to give my two pence. In this weeks grief anon, here are the submission's we heard: "I used to get comfort from visiting my Dad's grave and now I don't. I feel guilty for not going back" "I feel like no one understands t…

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You're Not the Only One: Common Themes in Grief We See with Lizzie Pickering 1:18:10

3M ago1:18:10

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I'm very excited to share this week's episode and guest with you all. Today I'm talking with friend, film producer, author and grief educator-Lizzie Pickering. Lizzie and I met back in 2022 at the UK Commission on Bereavement and haven't left each others side since. Throughout the years, Lizzie has become a dear friend and someone I admire both per…

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Grief walks: 9 Years On, Coping Mechanisms and Legacy 27:50

3M ago27:50

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I'm back after my little midseason weekly break! Today's episode is the day after my Mum's 9 year anniversary. 9 whole years of living without her in bonkers to me. I went out on a stompy grief walks to ramble about it all. In this ep I'm dishing up musings on coping mechanisms and when I learned one didn't serve me anymore. What legacy means to me…

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The Parenting Series: Parenting Without a Parent-Your Submissions 1:41:31

4M ago1:41:31

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We have arrived at the final part of the mini series of parenting without a parent. For this final episode, we're hearing from you, the GG community. Thank you to every person who sent in a written or verbal submission! Having your contribution to this mini series was vital and I can't thank you enough for your honest and vulnerable sharings! Big l…

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The Parenting Series: Rebecca Lazarides on Becoming Mum Without Mum 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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Welcome to part 2 of the parenting without a parent series! This week I'm speaking with Rebecca, a previous group circle attendee and now dear friend on her experience of becoming mum without mum. Rebecca shares with us her story of finding out she was pregnant shortly after her mum's sudden death and what pregnancy and motherhood was like during t…

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Penny Smith | Reframing Dying for Better Living 1:11:27

4M ago1:11:27

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Hospice Nurse Penny as she’s known to millions on Tik Tok and Instagram joins host Lisa Keefauver for this episode of Grief is a Sneaky Bitch podcast. They explore Penny’s journey into hospice care, the myths surrounding hospice, and the importance of reframing our understanding of grief and death. Penny emphasizes that hospice care is about enhanc…

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The Parenting Series: Will Hunter Howell on Becoming Dad Without a Dad 51:51

4M ago51:51

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Welcome to the parenting without a parent series of the podcast! This topic has been one that has been widely requested throughout the years of GG and I'm finally getting round to it and can't be happier to have started this conversation with today's guest. For the first ep in this series, we're meeting Will Hunter Howell. Will is a bestselling aut…

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Jennifer Hassel | Badass Grief 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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Jennifer Hassel, author of 'Badass Grief joins host Lisa Keefauver' to discuss her journey through profound loss and the adventures that followed. Jennifer shares her early experiences with grief, the legacy of her husband Mark, and how she navigated parenting while grieving. The discussion emphasizes the importance of living fully in memory of lov…

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Grief Anonymous: Dating after the death of a partner, ever changing relationships and being knackered by grief 35:44

4M ago35:44

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Grief Anon has made it's way to the pod! After some consideration, I've decided to bring Grief Anon from the Substack to the pod. This is the episode where you write in your griefy questions, queries or overall sharings and I do my best to give my two pence. In this weeks grief anon, here are the submission's we heard: "When does the totally being …

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Suzy Hopkins & Hallie Bateman | What To Do When You Get Dumped 1:12:10

4M ago1:12:10

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In this episode of the Grief is a Sneaky Bitch podcast, host Lisa Keefauver welcomes mother-daughter duo Suzy Hopkins and Hallie Bateman to discuss their new book, 'What to Do When You Get Dumped.' Suzy’s world fell apart when just a few weeks shy of her retirement, her husband of more than 30 years announced he was leaving her. Relying on her skil…

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Little Years, Big Loss: Reclaiming Childhood Bereavement Through Film with Alvin Carpio 50:43

5M ago50:43

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What happens when the loss of a parent in childhood leaves more questions than answers? In this episode, I'm chatting with Alvin Carpio, film maker and campaigner as we explore his journey to the Philippines in 2022 to retrace the life of his late father who died when Alvin was 9 years old. Through the lens of childhood bereavement, we follow Alvin…

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Lauren Sisler | Shatterproof 1:05:38

5M ago1:05:38

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Welcome ESPN Sports Broadcaster Lauren Sisler to Grief is a Sneaky Bitch podcast with host Lisa Keefauver. As a sportscaster and former collegiate gymnast, Lauren is passionate about sports, but even more passionate about telling the stories of the coaches, athletes, and fans who make it more than a game. Lauren's life was not always marked by vict…

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Grief walks: Reflections on my 20's and identity in grief 40:52

5M ago40:52

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Welcome to season 8 of The Grief Gang podcast! It feels really great to be back (even though I waffle on in the beginning saying how anxious I've been to return!) I wanted the first episode to be a Griefy Walks. You guys apparently love them and they feel like a voicenote from a friend, which I also love too. It's a bit of a catch up episode since …

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Mary-Frances O'Connor | Tending to Our Grieving Body 1:12:58

5M ago1:12:58

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Mary-Frances O’Connor is one of the foremost experts on the impact of grief on the brain and the body. That’s why host Lisa Keefauver was thrilled to welcome her back to the podcast for a second time to discuss her latest book The Grieving Body: How the Stress of Loss Can Be an Opportunity for Healing. Just as Mary-Frances did in her book, she comb…

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Serene Meshel-Dillman 48:44

5M ago48:44

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Welcome Serene Meshel-Dillman to the show. In this episode, host Lisa Keefauver engages in a profound conversation with Serene - a producer and filmmaker, about her documentary series 'Take Me Out Feet First.' now playing on Amazon Prime. – is a poignant documentary series delving into the deeply personal journeys of 25 terminally ill individuals a…

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Consolee Nishimwe & Barbara Becker | Pain, Resilience, & Hope 1:40:27

6M ago1:40:27

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Consolée Nishimwe and Barbara Becker joined host Lisa Keefauver for this powerful episode. In this episode, these friends explore the profound themes of grief, trauma, and resilience. They discuss Consolée's experiences as a survivor of the Rwandan genocide, and the importance of empathy and storytelling in the healing process. The conversation hig…

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Sundari Malcolm | Grief Gems 1:12:13

7M ago1:12:13

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Sundari Malcolm, a Birth, Grief, and Death Doula, joined host Lisa Keefauver for this episode. In 2007, at 27 years old, and after 7 years of being her Caregiver, Sundari Malcolm lost her mother to Breast Cancer. 4 years later, her father died from the complications of Brain Cancer. Those experiences redirected her life, and she's made it her missi…

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Cole Imperi | Non-Clinical Approach to Grieving 1:08:58

7M ago1:08:58

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Cole Imperi, a clinically trained chaplain and thanatologist joins host Lisa Keefauver to explore the multifaceted nature of grief. They explore the importance of grief literacy, the role of community support, and the cultural perspectives that shape our understanding of loss. Cole shares her experiences working with incarcerated individuals and di…

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Olivia Abousaid | Finding Agency in Grief 1:16:41

7M ago1:16:41

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Olivia Abousaid joins host Lisa Keefauver for a profound conversation about the complexities of grief, particularly in the context of community, chronic illness, and cultural influences. They explore personal experiences of grief, the importance of rituals, the role of anger, and the necessity of finding agency amidst ongoing loss. The discussion e…

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Anne Gudger | The Fifth Chamber 1:07:19

7M ago1:07:19

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Anne Gudger is the author of the beautiful memoir, The Fifth Chamber, which Kirkus Review called “An emotionally riveting memoir, raw and inspiring.” In this conversation, Annie Gudger shares her journey of navigating love and grief after the accidental death of her husband when she was just 6 months pregnant with their son. As she shared in her ex…

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Litsa Williams | What's Your Grief? 1:11:18

8M ago1:11:18

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I’m thrilled to bring you a conversation with the warm and one of the truly wisest people I know on the subject of grief and loss, Litsa Williams. She is the co-founder of the online grief organization, What’s Your Grief - - - which is also the title of the incredible book she co-authored. She is a grief therapist with over 15 years of experience w…

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Susan Lieu | The Manicurist's Daughter 1:10:40

8M ago1:10:40

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Susan Lieu is a multi-hyphenate storyteller, activist, and author helping people live the stories they’ve always wanted. Her award-winning solo show 140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother evolved into her debut and truly extraordinary memoir, The Manicurist’s Daughter. In this episode we explore the complexities of grief beliefs shaped by family dyna…

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Susan Grau | Infinite Life, Infinite Lessons 1:11:38

8M ago1:11:38

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In this episode we discuss internationally celebrated celebrity intuitive medium Susan Grau’s new remarkable book, Infinite Life, Infinite Lessons. It is a deep dive into the soul's journey, offering insights into healing from grief and the afterlife. Susan shares her early memories of trauma and loss and the profound impact of her near-death exper…

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Allison Gilbert | The Joy of Connections 1:09:09

8M ago1:09:09

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Emmy Award-Winning journalist and author, Allison Gilbert, joined host Lisa Keefauver for an important conversation on the intersections of grief, joy, and loneliness. They dive deep into the lessons from Allison's latest book, 'The Joy of Connections: 100 Ways to Beat Loneliness and Live a Happier and More Meaningful Life.' co-authored with the la…

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Kathleen Blackburn | Loose of Earth 1:15:25

9M ago1:15:25

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Kathleen Blackburn was the oldest of five children, a 12-year-old from Lubbock, Texas, whose evangelical family eschewed public education for homeschooling and wove improbable scientific theories into literal interpretations of the bible. Then her father, a former air force pilot, was diagnosed with stage IV cancer at the age of thirty-eight, and,…

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Jamie Thrower | Creativity in the End 1:03:34

9M ago1:03:34

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Please welcome my wonderful friend, Jamie Thrower to the show. They are a Creative, Death Doula and founder of the Queer Grief Club. This episode is all about the intersections of grief, art, and community. Jamie and Lisa explore how personal experiences with loss shape grief beliefs, the importance of creative expression in processing grief, and t…

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The Christmas episode 2024 46:25

9M ago46:25

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Welcome to the Christmas episode 2024! The episode where we hear from you, the listener. Thank you to everyone who wrote in or sent a voicenote for this special yearly episode. You make this episode magical! I am sending every one huge love and light as navigate this Christmas. Whether it's your first or tenth Christmas without your loved one, know…

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Grief walks: A Christmas Message from Amber x 28:11

10M ago28:11

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I'm back for the second to last episode of season 7, and this one is a griefy walks. Where I basically just stomp around my town with my phone in my hand and see what on earth comes out. Expect rambles, birds tweeting and me coo'ing over cute doggies. But todays griefy walks has a main message. With Christmas one week away, I wanted to gently remin…

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The Stuck Artist: Moving Through Creative Stickiness in Grief 39:36

10M ago39:36

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This weeks episode is a bit of a diary dump. Verbal diarrhoea if you will! I've been feeling a bit stuck, if I'm totally honest. Creatively constipated, and it's been tough. As I've been grappling with the unfolding of my new identity since Poppy's death, the penny has well and truly finally dropped as to what that means for me as a creative. How t…

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Domenica Feraud | Exploring Grief On Stage 1:15:32

10M ago1:15:32

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Doménica Feraud joined host Lisa Keefauver for a conversation about her play 'Someone Spectacular' and the experience of creating a play about grief. They discuss the early lessons about grief that Doménica learned from her parents, the losses she experienced as a child, and the impact of those losses on her understanding of grief. Doménica shares …

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Grief and Vices: Coping or Escapism? 47:55

10M ago47:55

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In this episode, I'm delving into the complex relationship between grief and vices. When faced with grief and death, many of us (me included) turn to habits or substances like alcohol, drugs, food, shopping, or sex as a way to cope. But when do these behaviours and acts cross the line from being a comfort to a crutch? This episode is categorically …

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Jessica Waite | The Widow's Guide to Dead Bastards 1:16:18

10M ago1:16:18

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Jessica Waite, author of The Widow’s Guide to Dead Bastards is my guest in this thought-provoking episode. We explore the complexities of grief, betrayal, and healing through Jessica's personal journey as a widow. We discuss early memories of loss, the impact of mental health on relationships, and the importance of processing anger and forgiveness.…

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Special Episode #1 | Lisa Keefauver & Co-Host Kousha Navidar 55:36

10M ago55:36

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Answering your grief questions LIVE in this SPECIAL EPISODE of Grief is a Sneaky Bitch, with co-host Kousha Navidar. Co-host Kousha introduces 4 callers (Sachi, Robin, Bethany, and Sabrina) to Host Lisa Keefauver as she answers their questions in real time. They explore themes of compounding grief, the importance of communication in expressing need…

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The Grieving Body: Our Nervous System Responses to Loss with Meghan Riordan Jarvis Part 2 1:44:23

10M ago1:44:23

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In this insightful part 2 episode, I'm deep diving into the intersections between grief and the nervous system with my friend Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a renowned grief therapist and trauma expert. Together, we explore how our bodies react to loss and how understanding the nervous system can empower us to navigate grief with self-compassion. Meghan sh…

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Alica Forneret | Mother Loss & Motherhood 1:12:20

10M ago1:12:20

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I’m thrilled to share that today’s guest is Alica Forneret. You might recognize her name as her writing and work about grief, work, and race have been featured in The The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Psychology Today, Huffington Post, GQ, and more. She is also an educator, speaker, and consultant dedicated to creating new spaces for peopl…

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Letting Go of Who We Were: Grief, Identity and Re-Discovery 57:09

11M ago57:09

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In this intimate solo episode, I'm opening up about one of the most challenging aspects of grief that I don't think we talk about enough: letting go of past versions of ourselves and looking towards our new self. Grief doesn’t only change our world; it fundamentally changes who we are and how we see ourselves in the world. I'm sharing today my pers…

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Dr. Red Hoffman | Violent and Complicated Loss 1:29:14

11M ago1:29:14

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In this conversation, Dr. Red Hoffman shares her experiences with grief and loss, including the deaths of her grandparents, the murder of her father in a terrorist attack, and the death by suicide of her boyfriend. She discusses the challenges of navigating grief as a teenager and the lack of support and language to express her emotions. Red also t…

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Writing to Heal: Using Poetry as a Path Through Suicide Loss with Sara Rian 49:08

11M ago49:08

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In this week's episode, I'm welcoming Sara Rian. Sara Rian is a poet, self-published author, mother, wife, licensed therapist, and griever living in Metro Detroit. She has been drawn to grief poetry ever since her mother's death in 2018. Her mother embraced the power of words through her own love notes and poems and had always wanted to publish a b…

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For Those Left Behind: The Gift of Will Writing with Sam Grice, Founder of Octopus Legacy 50:31

11M ago50:31

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Let's talk about will's baby! In this week's episode, I'm talking with Sam Grice, founder of Octopus Legacy. Sam founded Octopus Legacy after his Mum died in a car accident. She died suddenly and didn’t have a plan in place. As a lot of us have learnt the hard way, losing someone you love is tough enough, without everything else that comes with it.…

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Dr. Joanne Cacciatore | Bearing the Unbearable 1:10:10

11M ago1:10:10

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Dr. Joanne Cacciatore is an expert in traumatic grief and she is also a bereaved mother. The conversation today is wide and deep exploring themes including: traumatic grief, the loss of a child, the healing practices and rituals required to metabolize loss, the ways in which our culture makes navigating the messy non-linear path of grief unnecessar…

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The Year of Firsts: Grief, Growth, and Starting Over 56:55

11M ago56:55

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Welcome to season 7! In this episode, I'm diving into the journey of navigating the year of firsts after the death of my friend, Poppy. I explore how grief impacts our personal and professional lives, the ways disassociation can emerge as a coping mechanism and can actually be beneficial, and the unexpected lessons I've learned in healing and perso…

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Tembi Locke | From Scratch 57:02

11M ago57:02

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Kicking off Season 6 of the show, actress and author Tembi Locke shares her experience of grief and the lessons she learned after the death of her husband. She discusses the importance of bringing awareness to grief and the opportunity it provides for connection and aliveness. She emphasizes the need to hold both the pain of loss and the joy of the…

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BONUS: Weddings and milestone birthdays 56:59

1y ago56:59

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I'm back with a lil bonus ep for your ears. In this bonus episode I'm giving you a recap on this summer and what I've been navigating. As a family, we celebrated the wedding of my older brother and what would be our Mum's 60th birthday...it's been quite the summer. I hope this episode can give you a small insight into what it's like to navigate suc…

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Season 6 finale: opting back into life again 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

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And it's a wrap for Season 6 of TGG podcast! What a whirlwind of a season it's been. One I'll never forget, that's for sure. I decided for this final episode, I wanted to hit the pavement again. Get outside in nature to bring this season to a close. Thank you all, for your continuous love and support for this podcast. It means more than you'll ever…

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The Father's Day episode 2024 45:46

1+ y ago45:46

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Welcome to this years Father's Day episode 2024. The episode where we get to hear directly from TGG audience on this special and difficult day for many. If you're a regular listener, you'll know the score with these episodes. If you're new here, this episode consists of submissions from TGG audience sharing their loved ones, memories and advice for…

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Ageing older than our loved one 48:40

1+ y ago48:40

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This week, I'm talking about getting older than your loved one who died. It's been a topic that has come up most recently in my group circles and when sharing this with TGG community, it seemed to be something that was on their brains too. It can be a hugely daunting and unknown feeling reaching the age your person died. These are years and ages th…

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Grief walks: Anniversary months, calming my nervous system and The Bear series. 23:57

1+ y ago23:57

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Join me for a rogue, stompy, out of breath griefy walk. I decided to pick up the phone, head out and just record. Enjoy the waffle as I fill you in on where I'm at with grief at this present moment. I hope you enjoy it! (and the sounds of nature too) Big love, Amber x Follow and be part of The Grief Gang community: Enquire about Grief Gang 1:1 and …

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Jessica Fein | Breath Taking 1:14:11

1+ y ago1:14:11

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Jessica Fein has faced a lot of loss. Siblings, parents, and in 2022 her daughter Dalia. At the age of five Jessica’s daughter Dalia was diagnosed with a rare degenerative disease that would claim her life at 17. Before that moment came, and inspired by Dalia’s own insuppressible zest for life, Jessica and her family would discover how to live in t…

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Talking about death isn't as bad as we think with End of Life Doula Anna Lyons 59:39

1+ y ago59:39

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This week, I'm speaking with End of Life Doula, Anna Lyons. Anna also fronts the incredible online platform Life, Death, Whatever which was one of the first accounts I came across when I started Grief Gang! In this episode, Anna shares with us what brought her to this line of work, what is the role of an end of life doula and why we find as a socie…