Best Sudc Podcasts (2025)

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Do You Know The Way? A Mother's Story of SUDC and Learning to Live Again 45:37

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In this deeply moving episode, Chris sits down with grief educator and bereaved mother Carrie Brody, who lost her vibrant 9-year-old son, Seth, to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC)—a tragedy few parents even know exists until it happens to them. Carrie shares the shock of losing a healthy child without warning, the painful search for ans…

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Holding On in the Storm: Faith, Loss & the Courage to Grieve with Dr. Bob Cutillo 49:08

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In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Bob Cutillo—a physician, caregiver, and author of Holding On in the Storm—shares the intimate journey of walking beside his wife Heather through terminal cancer and learning to navigate grief through faith, vulnerability, and emotional honesty. Bob and Chris explore the shock of diagnosis, the struggle to reconcil…

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Healing the Inner Emptiness: Addiction, Gratitude & the Search for Meaning 44:13

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In this powerful episode, Harvard-educated author Bracha Goetz shares her lifelong search for purpose—from early grief and food addiction to the spiritual awakening that transformed her life. Together, Chris and Bracha explore how unhealed grief creates inner emptiness, why addictions form, and how gratitude becomes a path back to joy, fulfillment,…

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Helmet Heroes: A pediatric resident advocacy project on bike helmet education and distribution (Episode 207) 18:52

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Pediatric residents, Drs. Kelly McNult and Colleen Lynch, explain how they created an advocacy project related to bike helmets inspired by their personal experiences with patients and the loss of a colleague, Dr. Barbara Friedes. In this episode they not only explore how to execute an advocacy project as a resident but also teach us more about the …

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When a Parent Loses a Child to Suicide: A Journey Through Grief With Tracy Oeser 57:24

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In this powerful episode, Chris Mamone sits down with grief advocate, author, and founder of Journey Thru Grief, Tracy Oeser, who lost her daughter Chelsie to suicide in 2006. Tracy shares the raw truth of what suicide loss actually looks like—far beyond the stigmas, silence, and misconceptions that surround it. Together, Chris and Tracy explore: –…

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Losing a Mother During COVID Lockdown: Grief, Shock & Radical Compassion 51:13

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In this powerful episode, Australian coach and podcast host Kate Galli shares the sudden and heartbreaking loss of her mother during the height of COVID-19 lockdowns. From closed borders to ICU restrictions, ambulance escorts, and navigating grief in total isolation, Kate brings us inside the emotional shock and unreal logistics that shaped her exp…

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Disability, Healing, & Complex Family Grief With Ansley Ash 46:31

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What happens when grief is layered—cancer loss, complicated family history, caregiving, and the unexpected death of a beloved pet? In today’s episode, novelist Ansley Ash shares her deeply personal journey through a lifetime of responsibility, emotional exhaustion, and profound love. We talk about: • Navigating cancer loss and anticipatory grief • …

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Peanut Allergy Prevention: What we have learned from early introduction (Episode 206) 30:06

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In the early 2000’s pediatricians recommended delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods, like peanut, but we saw that the rates of peanut allergy continued to rise. However, the 2015 LEAP trial showed that early introduction was better. In fact, the LEAP trial found an 81% decrease in peanut allergies by age 5 in children who had an earl…

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Power, Performance, and the Price: The Steroid Story 58:23

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In this gripping episode of Addict II Athlete, Coach Blu dives deep into one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in sports history, the rise, use, and abuse of anabolic steroids. From their origins in early performance enhancement research to their explosive integration into professional and recreational athletics, Coach Blu unpacks …

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Pediatric Dentistry and Sleep Disorders (Episode 205) 19:55

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In this episode, Andrew Cohen, DMD, who is board certified in dental sleep medicine and a comprehensive restorative dentist, explains how anatomy, behavior, and overall health impacts sleep-related breathing. We discuss common issues like mouth-breathing, teeth grinding, thumb-sucking, and extended pacifier use and how these impact dental health an…

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Discovering Your Starting Line! 30:06

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In this powerful episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, listeners are introduced to the "first chapter*"of an inspiring true story from one of the team's own Athletes, na man who discovered Addict II Athlete (AIIA) at a moment when life felt like a dead end. Through raw honesty and reflection, he shares how addiction stripped away his identity, …

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The Sober Barbie with Krista Flanders 38:40

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In a heartfelt episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Krista, a passionate advocate for recovery and a grateful recovering alcoholic. Their conversation sheds light on the intricacies of addiction, the power of community support, and the transformative journey of recovery, all emphasizing the importance of sharing…

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Pediatric Asthma in Viral Season (Episode 204) 18:48

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We learned a lot about pediatric asthma during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how significant the impact of viruses is on causing asthma flares. In this episode, Shikha Saxena, MD, from our Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Pulmonary Asthma Program, and Pulmonology and Allergy Personalized Asthma (PAPA) Clinic, d…

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Discovering the Man Within: Sathiya Sam 43:39

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In this episode of the Addict IIAthlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Sathiya Sam about the complexities of pornography addiction, its impact on individuals and relationships, and the importance of open conversations about sexuality. Sathiya shares his personal journey of overcoming a 15-year addiction and discusses the significance of co…

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Grief, Trauma & Radical Acceptance with Therapist Cherie Nassi 1:06:19

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Los Angeles-based psychotherapist Cherie Nassi to explore how grief can become a pathway to healing and empowerment. Cherie shares her story of growing up with a father who developed Alzheimer’s, the anticipatory grief she faced as a teen, and how his death i…

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Football Protective Equipment and Concussion Risk (Episode 203) 32:20

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Can you reduce the risk of concussion through specialized protective equipment? In this episode, two of our Minds Matter Concussion Program experts, Kristy Arbogast, PhD, and Christina Master, MD, FAAP, CAQSM, FACSM, FAMSSM, discuss whether the specialized equipment used by NFL players has evidence in pediatric athletes. We also learn other ways th…

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Grief, Writing & Spiritual Signs: Angie Vancise’s Journey 1:02:42

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with award-winning Canadian author Angie Vancise to explore how grief, creativity, and faith can become powerful forces for healing. After losing her brother Dan unexpectedly—followed by her parents, home, and sense of identity—Angie found solace through writing h…

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Endometriosis, Grief & Grace: Healing Out Loud with Jessa Reynolds 50:35

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In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Jessa Reynolds — creative, mother, and founder of The Inner Grace Project — to explore healing through chronic illness, medical trauma, and grief. Diagnosed with endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and ADHD after years of unexplained pain, Jessa shares what…

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It’s Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every Day: Resilience & Grief with Ally Dalsimer 55:34

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Ally Dalsimer — award-winning author of It’s Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every Day: A Journey to Self-Discovery — to explore how resilience, humor, and self-compassion can carry us through life’s hardest seasons. Ally shares her story of losing her husband to can…

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Grief, Addiction, Prison, and Redemption with Ken Miller 56:58

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Author and speaker Ken Miller (Becoming Ken) joins host Chris Mamone on The Empowered Grief Journey to share how he transformed a childhood marked by foster care, abandonment, and violence into a life of recovery, purpose, and service. Once a National Merit Scholar at Dartmouth who fell into decades of addiction, homelessness, and incarceration, Ke…

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Embracing the Process with Ultra Runner, Jaime McDonald 45:53

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Athlete's Take Your Mark, Get Set, Its Time for the Addict II Athlete Podcast! In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Jamie McDonald, an ultra runner and nutrition coach in recovery. They discuss Jamie's journey through addiction, the importance of support systems, and how athletics can serve as a powerful t…

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Finding Faith & Purpose After Loss with Jess Moyer 49:54

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In this moving episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone speaks with Jess Moyer—grief coach, author, and founder of Faith Over Fear Coaching. Jess shares her powerful story of losing her son and how faith, surrender, and community became lifelines in her healing. Together, they explore trusting divine timing, finding purpose through…

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Grief, Grit, and Neurodivergence in Business with Eryn Anitavi 55:30

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In this thought-provoking episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone talks with Eryn Anitavi—author of If Then: The Neurodivergent Rulebook—about the intersection of grief, identity, and neurodiversity. Eryn opens up about losing her brother, navigating life as a neurodivergent woman, and transforming pain into purpose. Together, the…

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Widowhood, Love & Joy with Coach Carolyn Gower 50:27

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Australian grief coach and author Carolyn Gower, founder of The Voice of Grief movement. After losing her husband to prostate cancer and surviving a near-death experience herself, Carolyn shares her powerful perspective on grief, resilience, and the courage t…

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Grief, Forgiveness & the Child’s Voices with Tiffany O’Hearn 58:52

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Astrologer and healer Tiffany O’Hearn joins Chris to explore grief in all its forms—beyond death and into rupture, divorce, and hard choices in family court. Tiffany shares the 24 days she was separated from her daughter, how “feeling it to heal it” became her compass, and why forgiveness, curiosity, and nature (hello, owl omens) helped her rebuild…

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Oral Immunotherapy (Episode 202) 28:31

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Imagine intentionally eating an allergen to re-teach your immune system to overcome this allergy? That's what our CHOP Allergists are doing in the Oral Immunotherapy Program and it is life changing science in practice! In this episode, Antonella Cianferoni, MD, PhD, explains oral immunotherapy including the immunologic process, the logistics for pa…

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Coach Blu Q&A 45:56

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OUR HOSTING SIGHT IS BACK UP! In today's episode of Addict II Athlete, Coach Blu sits down to answer listener-submitted questions about recovery, mental health, and building a life beyond addiction. With his signature blend of compassion, humor, and real-world insight, Coach Blu dives deep into topics that matter most to the recovery community — fr…

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Grieving in Silence: Lucille Barkman on Losing Her Daughter and Finding the Courage to Feel Again 52:59

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In this deeply moving episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Lucille Barkman, who shares her story of losing her daughter in a tragic car crash. For years, Lucille carried her grief quietly—believing strength meant silence. Together, they explore the cost of emotional suppression, the courage it takes to feel again…

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Healing Relationship Anxiety: Valerie Rubin on Confidence, Attachment, and Inner Safety 52:21

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In this insightful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with therapist Valerie Rubin to unpack the roots of relationship anxiety and the path to genuine inner confidence. Valerie shares how early attachment wounds shape adult relationships and offers practical tools for feeling secure, calm, and connected.…

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Quantum Healing After Trauma: Johanna Burkhart on Grief, Empowerment, and Transformation 1:04:18

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In this illuminating episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Johanna Burkhart — multidimensional channel, quantum healer, and creator of The Purification Process. Johanna shares how her own trauma led her to develop a powerful method for healing on both a soul and cellular level. Together, they explore how grief can…

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SUDC: Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (Episode 201) 28:58

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Less well known that SIDS, SUDC is a category of death for a child 12 months of age or older that remains unexplained after a thorough investigation. In this episode, Richard Goldstein, MD, Director of the Roberts Program on Sudden Unexplained Death in Pediatrics and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, teaches us more about…

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Love, Loss, and Resilience: Lisa Rites on Healing and New Beginnings 51:41

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Lisa, who shares her heartfelt story of family, love, and resilience. From navigating marriage and motherhood to finding her footing after profound loss, Lisa reflects on the lessons that shaped her path. Together, they explore how grief can become a gateway to courage…

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Unlocking Potential with Coach Delmont Madison & Dr. Robiaun Charles 43:05

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In this episode of the Addict II Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Coach Delmont Madison and Dr. Robiaun Charles to discuss the transformative power of athletics in youth development. They explore the importance of teamwork, the role of ego, and the mindset necessary for athletes to succeed both on and off the field. The conversation…

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Rewriting Your Story After Loss with Carrie Casey West 1:06:41

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Carrie Casey West — best-selling author, speaker, and narrative coach — to explore how the stories we tell ourselves can shape or limit our healing. Through her own experiences and powerful client work, Carrie reveals how narrative coaching helps transform pain into pu…

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Second Act Sessions with Stephanie Carmody 53:14

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Stephanie Carmody — a former brand and celebrity publicist who built a two-decade career defined by creativity and connection. Together, they explore her journey of breaking free from a narcissistic marriage, embracing authenticity, and finding joy on the other side of…

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From Grief to Renewal: Feng Shui Wisdom with Moni Castaneda 1:01:56

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Moni Castaneda—feng shui consultant, speaker, and author. Moni shares how her Nine Steps to Feng Shui System blends ancient East Asian wisdom with modern design to create homes that nurture emotional healing and renewal. For those navigating grief or seeking forgiveness, Mon…

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Finding Flow for Recovery with Josh Dickson 49:46

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In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson speaks with Josh Dickson, therapist, about the transformative power of flow states in recovery. They explore how movement, particularly surfing, can facilitate healing and personal growth. Josh shares insights from his experience as an addictions counselor and trauma specialist, e…

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Martha Glory: Healing, Resilience & Rising Beyond Trauma 55:04

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone speaks with Martha Glory—a resilient cult survivor turned international leader in trauma healing and wellness. After 14 years of deep personal recovery, Martha now helps others reclaim their lives as the creator of TraumaX, a community for trauma survivors. She’s also an Amazon best-…

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Teresa Syms: Finding Strength After Trauma and Living with Purpose 1:03:54

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone speaks with Teresa Sims—founder of AscendU Coaching, award-winning author of A Century of Secrets, and host of the Powering Through Life podcast. Teresa shares her incredible story of survival—from childhood abuse and neglect to spousal abuse and two near-death experiences. Through i…

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The Alchemy of Grief and Healing with Caroline Rena 1:04:07

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone welcomes Caroline Rena—grief alchemist, spiritual guide, and host of the Awakening Soul Divinity Podcast. Caroline shares her powerful story of transmuting trauma, navigating grief, and rediscovering the truth of who she is. A veteran, empath, and healer, she now helps others release…

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The War on Drugs: Deceptive Pharma; Purdue and the Sackler's Part 5 52:55

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In this powerful conclusion to our "War on Drugs" series, we confront the opioid epidemic that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives and reshaped the landscape of addiction in America. We trace the origins of the crisis back to Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, whose aggressive marketing of OxyContin in the 1990s and early 2000s helped nor…

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200th Episode Anniversary Special: 9 years of medical education podcasting at CHOP 16:52

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A special surprise guest joins us for the 200th episode anniversary! In this episode we explore why CHOP started a medical education podcast, how topics/guests are chosen, and what impact the podcast has had on listeners. Get behind-the-scenes with host and creator, Katie Lockwood, MD, MEd, and learn about the important role of podcasting in medica…

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Finding Strength Through Loss: Fran Strickland’s Journey of Grief and Growth 54:49

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Fran Strickland—an HR leader and expat living in Switzerland—whose story of losing her mother reveals the power of resilience, faith, and self-reinvention. Fran shares how her upbringing, global perspective, and professional path shaped her understanding of g…

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Connecting with Spirit: Daniel Jackson on Grief, Angels & Healing 1:15:44

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In this episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Daniel Jackson—a gifted spiritual medium who channels archangels and spirit guides to bring healing, clarity, and comfort. Daniel shares how communicating with the other side has transformed his own grief and helped countless others find strength and purpose after loss…

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From Survival to Self-Worth: Brooke Bownes on Overcoming Trauma and Reclaiming Power 53:43

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In this powerful episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Brooke Bownes—accredited trauma coach, therapist, and #1 best-selling author—to explore her extraordinary story of resilience and transformation. From a traumatic birth and childhood abuse to homelessness and single motherhood, Brooke’s path is a testament to …

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The War on Drugs : This is Your Brain on Drugs Part 4 1:01:29

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In this episode of Addict to Athlete, host Coach Blu Robinson continues his powerful War on Drugs series with its fourth installment, taking listeners deep into one of the most controversial chapters of America's anti-drug efforts. Coach Blu examines the Reagan administration of the 1980s, the rise of the "Just Say No" campaign, and the overwhelmin…

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Holding Space for Grief: Finding Healing Through Loss with Lori Sase 1:10:01

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In this heartfelt episode of The Empowered Grief Journey, host Chris Mamone sits down with Lori Sase—life coach, grief tender, and host of The Imaginal Podcast. Drawing from the loss of both parents within months and the death of a beloved student, Lori shares her journey of grieving in a world that rarely makes space for it. Together, Chris and Lo…

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Childless Not by Choice: Redefining Life and Grief with Carrie Brauninger 49:37

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In this eye-opening episode of The Empowered Grief Journey Podcast, host Chris Mamone welcomes Carrie Brauninger—licensed clinical social worker, co-founder of the Saunders Sisterhood, and proud Great Dane mom—for a deeply personal conversation about the unspoken grief of being childless not by choice. Carrie opens up about navigating invisible los…

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From Unseen Struggles to Open Conversations: A Mother’s Mission After Suicide Loss 57:39

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In this deeply moving episode of The Empowered Grief Journey Podcast, host Chris Mamone sits down with Jane Johnson, founder of Bright Futures Coaching. After the sudden and devastating loss of her teenage son, Leo, to suicide in 2023, Jane has dedicated her life to helping parents and teens foster open, authentic emotional connection. Jane shares …

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Illumination Through Grief: Shaleem Dzon Healing Journey from Darkness to Light 53:22

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In this illuminating episode of The Empowered Grief Journey Podcast, host Chris Mamone sits down with Shaleem Dzon—registered nurse, grief counselor, and author of the powerful memoir Illumination: A Griever’s Journey Through the Darkness. With over two decades of experience in healthcare and her own intimate walk through profound loss, Shaleem bri…