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The Opposite of Small Talk

Danielle McCombs & Kristy Olinger

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A podcast for curious people who know that there is no one right answer for how to live your best life. Finding new ideas about how to improve, and trying them out, is important! Join Danielle McCombs and Kristy Olinger, friends with similar mindsets and different perspectives, as they share the big and small ideas that changed them and test out new things in the ongoing trial and error of life. It's short, fun, and easy to listen to… and it's the opposite of small talk.
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Grief is a Sneaky Bitch

Lisa Keefauver, MSW

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About Show Grief is a Sneaky Bitch creator and host Lisa Keefauver is on a mission to reimagine grief, one conversation at a time. Yes this is a podcast all about grief. She and her guests explore the expansiveness and pervasiveness of grief in our lives, because let’s face it, 100% of us experience grief, multiple times in our lives. Lisa witnessed it time and time again in her career as a social worker and in her personal life too with the most significant loss being her husband in 2011. M ...
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Fear Unzipped™ peels back the layers of fear, anxiety, self doubt and being stuck to uncover the courage and resilience hidden within us all. Host Sandi Serling dives deep into the complexities of the human experience, blending neuroscience, metaphysics, and relatable stories with humor and heart. Through insightful conversations with visionary guests—ranging from neuroscientists to intuitives—listeners gain life-changing tools for self-discovery, personal growth, and emotional healing. Each ...
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Experiencing the profound loss of a spouse while navigating the intricate realm of "only-parenting" is a challenge unlike any other. Remember, though, you're not journeying alone. Jenny Lisk, who stepped into solo parenting following the devastating loss of her husband to brain cancer, established the Widowed Parent Institute to shine a light, extend a hand, and share vital resources. The Widowed Parent Podcast embodies that commitment, providing a mix of hope, practical wisdom, and shared e ...
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In this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation, Danielle and Kristy welcome Lisa Keefauver, author of, "Grief is a Sneaky Bitch" to explore the complexities of grief, sharing personal experiences, and insights on how to navigate loss. Lisa, a grief activist and author, discusses the importance of understanding grief as a multifaceted experience…
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Today's guest wrote, as he puts it, "a memoir with a mission." David Ambroz, author of A Place Called Home: A Memoir, sits down with Danielle and Kristy to talk about his incredible story of trial, resilience, and deep purpose. David shares his powerful story growing up homeless in New York City and navigating the foster care system; discusses the …
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In this episode, we are exploring the fusion of law, metaphysics, and science with visionary Mark Anthony, also known as The Psychic Lawyer®, Psychic Attorney, and Psychic Adventurer. Mark Anthony is a world-renowned fourth-generation science-based evidential psychic medium who communicates with spirits. With impressive credentials as an Oxford-edu…
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John R. Miles is an international bestselling author, creator of the Matteringverse, and the mastermind behind the award-winning Passion Struck® podcast, a globally renowned show that has reached more than 75 million downloads. Passion Struck® has been honored with Gold Stevie Awards at both the American and International Business Awards and the Da…
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What if the most productive thing you could do right now… was rest? In today's episode, we talk to leadership coach Maegan Megginson about what it really means to be deeply rested; explore how rest is not a "one size fits all;" and discuss the nuances between vacations, retreats, and sabbaticals. Guest's Website: Home - Maegan Megginson Guest's Pod…
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In this episode, Rachel Stewart, an intuitive guide and co-founder of For 11 Together, takes us on a journey of healing born from unimaginable loss. In 2018, Rachel's life changed forever with the sudden passing of her daughter, Kenadie, at the age of 10 due to brain cancer. This devastating moment became the catalyst for Rachel's deep spiritual aw…
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Sometime too much information is the real problem in our age of constant connectivity. In today's episode Danielle and Kristy sit down with Liane Davey, organizational psychologist to discuss the topic of workload vs. thought load and how too much of the latter is leading to serious burnout. Leanne offers practical strategies for managing thought l…
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In this episode, we are joined by Jacob Cooper, a clinical social worker, Reiki practitioner, hypnotist, and past life regression therapist, to discuss his extraordinary near-death experience (NDE) from childhood. This life-altering event opened the doors to a divine realm and forever changed his perspective. Jacob reveals profound insights, emphas…
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We've reached the 200th Episode of The Opposite of Small Talk (TOOST). Join Danielle and Kristy as they celebrate this milestone with a bit of reflection, discussion of their first summer "break," and a peek into the future of TOOST. Cheers to the 200th and here's to 200 more opportunities to "stay curious and talk big!" Connect with us at theoppos…
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What if in just five minutes a day you could completely change the way you think, perform, and handle life's challenges? We'll explore this question and more in today's episode with Lindsey Wilson, a mindset and mental performance coach best known as The Sports Hypnotist™. With a professional basketball career spanning close to a decade, Lindsey to…
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Prepare to set out on an emotional experience as we explore the unpredictable path of grief in an episode with our extraordinary guest, Lisa Keefauver. Lisa is not just a social worker, widow, cancer survivor, TEDx and keynote speaker, grief guide, podcast host, and author of "Grief is a Sneaky Bitch." She's also deeply compassionate, curious, insi…
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In the final installment of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. In today's discussion, Danielle and Kerry come full circle following three episodes of discussing all thi…
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In the third installment of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. Today's discussion touches on the positive aspects of being a solopreneur and the great things Danielle a…
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Welcome to another mind-expanding episode of Fear Unzipped! This week, we are joined by the incredible Ditte Young, a renowned telepath, animal communicator, clairvoyant, and coach. Sandi first heard Ditte on the popular podcast The Telepathy Tapes and was deeply touched by her abilities and authenticity. Ditte was born with a unique sensitivity to…
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In the second episode of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. Today's discussion touches on, "what is missing" as a solopreneur and how both Danielle and Kerry have navig…
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In this episode of The Opposite of Small Talk (TOOST), Danielle introduces a special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship. Danielle will be joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. In upcoming episodes of Summer Camp, Danielle and Kerry will discu…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the realms of self-discovery, spirituality, and everything that keeps us from embracing our true potential. We're thrilled to have the incredible Shawn Leonard, a world-renowned heart-centered Indigenous (Mi'kmaq) psychic medium and author of the bestselling book "Spirit Talker," joining us to share his enlighteni…
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In this special episode, live from Danielle's hometown, Terri Trespico, award-winning writer, speaker, brand advisor, and author of "Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You," joins Danielle and Kristy for a funny and engaging conversation on the topic of Boredom, Creativity, and Breaking the Rules. Terri discusses her book a…
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In this episode on the topic of Creating Possibility Out of Adversity, author Daria Burke shares reflections from her memoir "Of My Own Making," which explores her journey from a challenging childhood in Detroit to becoming a successful marketing executive. In Daria's conversation with Danielle and Kristy she discusses post-traumatic growth, the im…
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Marta the Medium, a spiritual teacher and clairaudient channel, took a bold leap from the world of academia to an exciting path of spiritual exploration. Marta's story is like a cosmic adventure, where she learns to chat with spirit guides, angels and loved ones who have transitioned. In this episode, Marta spills the cosmic tea on her experiences …
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Join us for the last of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the final installment, we revisit episode 138. In this episode from February 2024, Danielle and Kristy speak with journalist and author Rhaina Cohen, on the topic of her book on the topic of…
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Join us for the second episode of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the second installment, we go back to the 34th episode of TOOST. In this episode from March 2021, Danielle and Kristy talk to Danielle Bayard Jackson, author, podcast host, and cer…
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Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary journey of Cheryl Page, a scientist who courageously bridges the realms of science and spirituality following the unexpected loss of her partner, Scott. In this episode, we uncover Cheryl's quest for evidence of consciousness beyond death and how meditation and spiritual connections have played a role i…
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Join us for a three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the first installment, we travel back to the 9th episode of TOOST. In this early episode, from February 2020, Danielle shares her best advice about how to make new friends and the practical strategies she…
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Join us on this transformative episode as we dive into the story of Ilchibuko Todd, CEO of Body and Brain, who overcame societal pressures and personal challenges to find the true essence of happiness within herself. We'll explore her story and a practical five-step approach to improve brain flexibility, manage stress, and live more fully in the pr…
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Is there someone in your life that you would say exudes qualities like authenticity, boldness, and curiosity? If so, today's guest would likely tell you that person is exhibiting the ABCs of Charisma. In this episode, leadership expert Milam Miller demystifies charisma, revealing it's a skill anyone can develop; shares practical strategies for genu…
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How does my intuition show up for me in my everyday life? That's the burning question we tackle in this episode of FEAR UNZIPPED™ with Sandi Serling, featuring the incredible Natalie Miles. An acclaimed international intuitive teacher, spiritual guide, writer, and author, Natalie has been shaking up the spiritual world with her revolutionary approa…
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Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, personally or professionally, wanting to make a long held dream or goal a reality? Today's guest, Danielle Sprouls shares her transformative journey from commercial real estate to coaching and how it's possible for anyone to make the powerful decision to "pivot," face their fears, and grow both personal…
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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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In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach JL Heather, who holds over two decades of experience as an organizational transformation coach sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of innovation and creativity. Guest's Website: About Centered: Leadership & Transformation Experts Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start…
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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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Join us for this week's episode, where we dive into the realm of tarot with none other than Richard Knight, a renowned expert in intuitive guidance and tarot mastery. Celebrated by Uri Geller as "The world's best Tarot reader" and acknowledged by the press as a master in psychic development, Richard brings over 40 years of experience to our convers…
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Today's guest is a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) expert. If you are stateside, NLP may not be a term you're very familiar with, but after today's episode you may just find an appreciation for this fascinating area of study and how language and mindset can transform personal and professional experiences. Rebecca Bonnington sits down for a reall…
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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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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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Once entrenched in a high-flying corporate life, Hilary Porta faced a tumultuous divorce that became a catalyst for change. She is now a spiritual guide and business alchemist, blending neuropsychology with ancient wisdom to guide others toward excellence. As the visionary Founder of R3 International, Inc., Equip2Elevate, and CEO of H Porta et al.,…
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In popular culture, there was a time where views of workplace relationships, between employees and managers, were seen through the lens of the likes of Emily and her over the top demanding boss, Miranda Priestly, in the 2006 movie, the Devil Wears Prada. Fast forward to 2025, workplace culture has evolved and terms like, managing up, the focus of t…
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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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Mary Sise, an expert in energy psychology, unveils the power of Tapping (TFT/EFT) and energy healing in tackling trauma and anxiety. She shares her experience as a clinical social worker and how the impact of her sister's death guided her to explore the spiritual aspects of healing. Discover how tapping on meridians and employing eye movement thera…
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Have you ever dealt with a negative voice inside your head that is constantly discouraging you, second guessing you, or telling you that you aren't good enough? Even if you don't self-identify as a perfectionist, this episode explores those tendencies we all have to chase perfection in our everyday life. Our guest, Tara Cousineau, Ph.D., is a clini…
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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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When you use too many fillers it makes your message unclear and causes people to think you don't have confidence in what you are saying. In this episode we are FINALLY talking filler words; why you use them, how to identify your unique fillers, and what to do about it. Get the free worksheet that goes along with this episode: The Um Worksheet 🌱 Tap…
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Dana Croschere is an award-winning filmmaker and passionate storyteller whose newest documentary, RESCUED HEARTS, is a dream that has been years in the making. After spending over 15 years volunteering at horse ranches and witnessing the extraordinary healing power of the horse-human connection, Dana knew she was meant to tell this story. The inspi…
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Many professionals have likely encountered mentorship at one time or another, but may be less familiar with a different type of networking known as sponsorship and its many unique benefits. Today's guest shares her deep insight into the key differences between mentorship and sponsorship, how sponsorship can open doors to stronger inclusivity in the…
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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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As we officially welcome spring, many rites of passage including graduation season are almost upon us. If you are a member of the Class of 2025 or know someone who is graduating or has recently graduated, this episode includes an insightful discussion on real life skills that aren't always taught in the classroom, but can prove extremely beneficial…
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Wendy Kennedy is a prominent channel and spiritual teacher. She has used her gifts and abilities to communicate with higher dimensional beings for the past 30 years, assisting others in recognizing and releasing their patterns and limiting beliefs to create the foundation for a life filled with greater health, abundance, love, and joy. In addition …
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Have you ever winced at the thought that someone else might label you as weird, selfish, or wreckless? Today's guest Jenny Wood, a former Google Executive, career coach, and author of the new book (released today!), "Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It," wants you to be courageous and run towards these labels rather than away from them.…
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In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach Suzanne Campi, a life transition coach and community builder, sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of Retirement. Guest's Website: Suzanne Campi Coaching Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that c…
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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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