Best Lisa Hartung Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 29 - Finding Support Through Grief: Navigating Work, Parenting, and Identity After Loss 42:10

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This week, we explore what it means to navigate grief while juggling work, caregiving, motherhood, and identity shifts. Sarah Kagan of Keriah Grief Coaching shares the story of losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, how returning to work without acknowledgment magnified her pain, and the moment she realized her life no longer aligned with who she …

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Episode 28 - Grief Through the Holidays: Ideas, Rituals, and Support for the Hard Days 47:12

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The holidays can feel overwhelming when you’re grieving. In this episode, we are joined by Walker Posey, a fourth-generation funeral director at Posey Funeral Directors and National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) spokesperson known for blending tradition with meaningful, modern ways to honor life and support families. Together, we explore gri…

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Episode 27 - Running with Purpose: My NYC Marathon with Project Purple and the Power of Community 24:09

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In this solo episode, Lisa shares her experience of training for and running the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon with Project Purple. At ten months postpartum, she took to the streets of NYC on a perfect marathon day, raising awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research. From the hours of training to the electric energy of the cheering crowds…

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Episode 26 - Grief, Legacy, and Literacy: How Loss Shaped an Educator’s Mission to Help People Read 38:35

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Former teacher and principal, and current K–12 literacy director, Katie Megrian has spent over two decades working in schools. She founded The Reading Symphony, a mission-driven platform that helps families and educators understand how reading develops and how it can transform lives. Behind her work lies a deeply personal story of love and loss. In…

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Episode 25 - Grief in the Digital Age: Dr. Camelia Clarke on Social Media Etiquette and Setting Boundaries After Loss 46:59

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Camelia Clarke — owner of Paradise Memorial Funeral and Cremation Services, National Funeral Director Association (NFDA) spokesperson, and grief etiquette advocate — as she shares how compassion can guide us through even the most delicate moments of loss. With nearly thirty years in the funeral profession, Dr. …

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Episode 24 - Living Fully with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer: The Freedom of Letting Go 54:22

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When stage 4 ovarian cancer came back for the third time, Melanie Ezell made a radical decision—to stop fighting and start living. A surfer, yogi, nutritionist, and coach in Oahu, Hawaii, Melanie has turned her diagnosis into a daily practice of presence, gratitude, and freedom. She shares how surrender eased her anxiety, how acceptance steadied he…

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Episode 23 - Soul Echoes: Finding Comfort and Connection After Death Through a Spiritual Medium 58:19

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This week we sit down with Trish Riggle, a fifth-generation intuitive and spiritual medium who has been connecting with spirits for over twenty years. Trish opens up about what it means to carry that lineage—how she first recognized her intuitive gift at the age of four, and how she now uses her abilities to bring comfort, healing, and validation t…

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Episode 22 - From Soviet Silence to Soulful Healing: A Refugee’s Journey to Inner Peace After Lymphatic Cancer 53:09

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Born Jewish in the former Soviet Union, Diana Esther grew up in a world where faith was forbidden and smiles were rare—she didn’t see a real smile until her late teens. Fleeing as a refugee with her parents and only three suitcases, she sought freedom but later faced another life-altering challenge: a rare lymphatic cancer diagnosis as a young moth…

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Episode 21 - Breaking Through the Dark: Redefining Self After a Near-Death Experience (NDE) 55:30

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Dawn Christensen’s life has been defined by resilience and reinvention. Born without breath, surviving a near-death experience (NDE) after a car accident, living with chronic illness, and still finding her way back to the light—Dawn embodies what it means to reinvent the self amidst tremendous challenge. A certified somatic healer, expressive arts …

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Episode 20 - A Sacred Passage: Shamanic Journeying Through Loss and Light 47:23

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This week we sit down with Rachel Fitzpatrick, a yoga teacher, creator, and host of The FitZen Project Podcast. Rachel shares her life-changing experience of taking her grandmother’s hand and walking her home during a shamanic journey. She offers listeners an intimate look at how this spiritual practice can open space for love, presence, and releas…

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Episode 19 - Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E.™: Shari Ross on Caregiving, Community, and Courage 51:34

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Navigating senior living decisions can feel overwhelming—whether you’re noticing red flags with loved ones' health, living situation, or wellbeing, avoiding challenging family conversations, or feeling guilt around choosing the best affordable caregiving option. In this episode, we sit down with senior living consultant, author, and advocate Shari …

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Episode 18 - What Happens After? Author Diane Namm on Love, Loss, and Healing on Your Own Time 42:49

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This week we sit down with Diane Namm—author of 65 books to discuss the release of her new book:What Happens After? Together we explore love, loss, and how healing from grief takes as long as it takes. Diane shares her extraordinary writing journey and the inspiration behind this heartfelt story that honors grief as a process without a timeline. To…

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Episode 17 - Building a Roadmap of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer with Dino Verrelli of Project Purple 55:47

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This week we sit down with Dino Verrelli, Founder and CEO of Project Purple, a leading nonprofit dedicated to fighting pancreatic cancer. Inspired by his father’s pancreatic cancer journey, Dino turned grief into purpose by creating a community that funds groundbreaking research, provides direct patient support, and builds hope for families navigat…

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Episode 16 - How to Survive Caregiving: 5 Practical Tips to Ease Stress and Overwhelm 27:09

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Caregiving can feel like too much to carry — the constant demands, the emotional weight, and the exhaustion that lingers even when you’re doing your best. In this solo episode, host Lisa Hartung shares five practical caregiving tips to help reduce stress, ease overwhelm, and find moments of peace amidst a challenging time. From taking just one minu…

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Episode 15 - The Power of Presence: A Mother’s Story of Child Loss, Leukemia, and Finding Joy 1:01:42

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When Suzanne Andora Barron’s son Christopher was first diagnosed with leukemia at age three, she could never have imagined the rollercoaster that lay ahead. Over the next six years, Christopher faced leukemia three times, passing away at age 9. Through it all, Suzanne made a powerful choice: to be fully present with Christopher and his younger brot…

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Episode 14 - Living with Lupus and APS After Stillbirth: A Story of Healing Through Abstract Art 1:21:21

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Sheri Biritz and her husband were overjoyed to be expecting a baby boy. Over the holidays, they celebrated with family, imagining the joy of meeting their son, Calvin. But during a routine prenatal visit, Sheri was rushed to the hospital with preeclampsia. Doctors explained they would need to induce labor, but Calvin was too small to survive. Sheri…

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Episode 13 - A Pancreatic Cancer Survivor’s Story: From Clinical Trials to the NYC Marathon 48:07

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When Dan McNamee was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at 40, he didn't know how much time he had left. Five years later, he’s in remission—grateful, scarred, and transformed. In this powerful episode, Dan shares his journey through chemotherapy, clinical trials, and the emotional terrain of facing mortality at such a young age while raising two you…

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Episode 12 - Sibling Loss at 11: A Sister’s Story of Silent Mourning and What Could Have Been 45:52

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When Jessica Kueck was just 11 years old, her 3-year-old brother Aaron drowned—an unspeakable tragedy that cracked her world open and quietly redefined her family. Jessica shares what it was like to be the “forgotten mourner,” the older sibling who held space for everyone else while her own grief went largely unseen. Now a devoted mother, spiritual…

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Episode 11 - From Ashes to Art: A 30-Day Grief Healing Program with The Ash Rose Foundation 1:15:43

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This week we sit down with Ian McCartor—visual artist, hospice nurse, Certified Grief Counselor, and President & Executive Director of The Ash Rose Foundation. With over a decade of end-of-life care experience, Ian brings a rare combination of clinical compassion and creative vision to his work with grieving individuals and families. At the center …

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Episode 10 - It Is Never Too Late: Healing Childhood Trauma at 76 44:37

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This week we sit down with Kathy Morrison of Campbell River, British Columbia to discuss how the profound loss of her father at the age of four shaped her life in ways she only came to understand decades later. Raised in a family where emotions weren’t openly expressed, Kathy grew up carrying silent fears, unspoken questions, and a deep longing to …

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Episode 9 - Navigating Serious Illness: A Psychosocial Oncology Counselor’s Companion Guide 1:14:47

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This week we sit down with the incredible Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW—a psychosocial oncology counselor, interfaith minister, and co-founder of the Dempsey Center and dive into the world of oncology counseling. With nearly three decades of experience in oncology and hospice settings, Kerry shares what it means to walk beside someone through ser…

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Episode 8 - Life Story: Creating a Legacy Love Letter 48:33

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Join us this week as we remember when my sister, Jennifer Collinson, my dad, Dallas Hartung, and I sat down to interview my mom, Emily Doak Hartung in an intimate garden-side legacy conversation as she was nearing the end of her life. She told us stories about her childhood, shared her greatest joys, highlighted the lessons she wanted to pass on, a…

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Episode 7 - Whole Body Healing: Grief, Cancer, and the Journey to Wellness 43:26

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In this heartfelt episode of Giving Grief Grace, wellness coach and yoga teacher Maria McKeon shares her powerful journey of transformation through grief, healing, and service. Maria opens up about the experiences that shaped her path—from founding a healing sanctuary for women with cancer to embracing holistic wellness as a way of life. Rooted in …

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Episode 6 - Raw and Radiant: Getting Sober and Finding Purpose After Losing a Father 47:36

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In this deeply moving episode, artist, writer, and storyteller Jessie Hansen shares the story of how losing her father became the catalyst for profound personal transformation. What began as anticipatory grief after her father's cancer diagnosis turned into sudden loss after a fatal car accident. Rather than numbing herself with alcohol, Jessie cho…

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Episode 5 - From Presence to Peace: Mindfulness Meditation, Reiki, and Spiritual Healing Practices 39:47

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Through breathwork, Reiki, and guided meditation, interfaith Spiritual Director Cathie Wallace shares practical tools to help both caregivers and those facing the end of life cultivate inner peace. In this heart-centered conversation, we explore Cathie’s own journey of spiritual awakening and discuss the transformative power of presence, energy hea…

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Episode 4 - Walking Each Other Home: A Hospice Nurse's Guide for Caregivers 43:27

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What does it really mean to care for someone at the end of life? In this episode, we sit down with Registered Nurse Jean Jennings who has over 40 years of experience working in hospice care for both pediatric and adult patients. From practical advice to emotional support, she offers gentle guidance for caregivers navigating one of life’s most sacre…

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Episode 3 - The Final Decision: Advice from a 6th Generation Funeral Director 45:03

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Leon Roberts, a 6th generation funeral director uncovers the important conversations and decisions that shape the end of life. Leon and Lisa discuss how funerary practices have evolved over generations and explore ways people can plan ahead with compassion, clarity, and legacy in mind. They touch on the future of funerary services and what it was l…

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Episode 2 - Act Two: Finding Love After Losing a Spouse 45:27

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Meet Russell Charette & Deanne Lavallee - Russ & Deanne have a unique story in that they were friends when their kids were little and coached each others' kids in sports as they grew up. It wasn’t until they each lost their spouse to cancer and cancer complications that they reconnected. Their story is a unique one of love, laughter, and family. Ma…

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Episode 1 - Emily's Final Wish - A Visit to Monet's Garden 24:25

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Join me as I recount an adventure to Monet’s Garden in Giverny, France with my mother-in-law JoAnn in April 2024. This was one of my mom Emily’s final wishes and was an incredibly healing journey for me as a grieving daughter. Chloe of Normandy Experience and later Virginie of Olympe Art & Culture made our visit to Giverny unforgettable. I am forev…

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Giving Grief Grace Short 1:43

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This short is a great analogy of my WHY. If this podcast helps just ONE person, then it will all be worth it. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in and we'll see you next week! If you'd like to support my journey to see a world without pancreatic cancer, please consider donating to my NYC Marathon Project Purple fundraising page. Special thanks to: P…

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Giving Grief Grace Podcast Trailer 2:26

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Hey there! Join me on my journey through grief after losing my mother to pancreatic cancer while simultaneously raising my newborn daughter. May this podcast offer you time to reflect on your own grief journey and learning something new. This community is here to give you the time and space to grieve at your own pace, in your own way. Sending love …

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12. Personality Wins: Standing Out By Being Yourself with Grier Rubeling 44:14

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Have you ever met a woman who has been on reality TV, competed at the national level in a gingerbread contest, and leads a successful consulting business? Join us as we dive into Grier Rubeling's path to finding her voice in a male dominated industry and learn how she has figured out the magic touch to online marketing. To find Grier, please head t…

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11. Side Hustles in 2021: Data & Tips on Starting 39:40

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What are the most popular side hustles of 2021? Who is earning the most money from their side hustles? How much time are people devoting to their side hustles, and what are some of their biggest struggles? We look at 2021 survey data from Side Hustle Nation.com and offer insights into starting a side hustle with advice from both present-day thought…

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10. Etsy Sticker Maker Catlyn Toth of Direction By Design 52:02

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Have you ever thought about an Etsy side hustle to pursue your passion? In the midst of the pandemic, 3rd grade teacher Catlyn Toth needed a creative outlet. When her optimistic and colorful doodles began inspiring others, Direction by Design was born. Join us as we travel through Catt's journey to e-commerce success and learn how she cultivates co…

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09. Small Batch Cheesemaking with Kate Turcotte of Orb Weaver Creamery 57:36

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Have you ever wondered what it is like being a small-town farmer or what it takes to make your own cheese? Learn how Kate Turcotte turned her dream into a Vermont dairy farming success. Kate spent over ten years honing her skills of cheesemaking before taking over a herd of Jersey cows with her husband at a small farm in Vermont and dreaming up the…

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08. Unpacking Toxic Baggage with Relationship Coach Lisa Fourre 51:51

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When you've been in any toxic relationship, be it with a partner or a family member, it helps to have a coach or mentor who's been through it as well. Today's guest has the added bonus of being refreshingly honest. Lisa Fourre, relationship coach, mentor, and author, helps survivors of toxic relationships, now in their midlife, get past their past …

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07. The Power of Energy Healing with Azmina Ahamed 44:21

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Today's podcast guest is most likely going to introduce you to the unconscious part of your brain that knows more about your very core and essence than you do. She is so attune to energy that she can read your body language and pick up on the energy signals you are putting out without even being in the same room or country as you. An accomplished R…

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06. Living Your Best Life with Melesha Bailey of Love 4 Life Wellness 54:15

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Melesha Bailey was sick and overweight, until one day she made a decision that changed her life so dramatically that she was off all her medication in a matter of three weeks with a renewed love for life. She is now a nutrition/life coach and works alongside a doctor to offer a unique hair tissue mineral analysis. This allows her to pinpoint the mi…

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05. Reinventing Athletic Apparel with Kelley Cullenberg and Sarah Doscinski of Spandits! 43:37

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Join us this week as we dive into the story of how these two phenomenal coaches turned the athletic apparel industry upside-down. Not only have Kelley and Sarah created a line of products that are sustainably sourced and environmentally friendly, but they have also added COLOR and COMFORT into the design of workout gear. The magic didn't happen ove…

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04. Achieving Your Dream Life with LaFaye Pye of One Happy Business 47:32

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This business-minded powerhouse is not only a triple-threat certified marketer (find out what that means in the episode!) she is also Jenny's go-to when it comes to online marketing and visibility. She shares systems in her life that she uses to achieve a work/life balance which have led her to building her dream home. She is truly an inspiration.…

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03. Brick & Mortar Trailblazer Emily Hartung of The Calico Patch 42:17

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Our first experience with entrepreneurship was watching our mom grow her own business! Listen in as we dive deep into what it was like to trail blaze as a female-owned business in the 80s and what it took for that business to survive almost 40 years!By Jenny Collinson & Lisa Hartung

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02. Financial Success with Guru Brie Sodano of Sheep to Shark 50:32

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Join us this week to meet the one and only, Brie Sodano! Brie Sodano is a personal finance expert and the founder of Sheep to Shark, a financial planning firm that works with women who aspire to be financially successful. After seeing hundreds of women financially naked, Brie has developed a process that helps clients learn to accurately assess bel…

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Premiere - Meet Jenny & Lisa 14:27

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Welcome to the Sisters Talk Shop podcast! We're so glad you've found your way here. Take a big relaxing breath, dive in, and get ready to be inspired!By Jenny Collinson & Lisa Hartung