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As I Live and Grieve®Grow In Your GriefSend us some LOVE!When was the last time you found yourself in a safe space to talk about grief? In this heartfelt conversation, Kathy welcomes back Nick Gaylord, host of "Our Dead Dads" podcast, for a candid exploration of grief community and the transformative power of shared stories.Nick opens up about creating his unconventionally-named podcast after his father's death left him struggling with unexpected anger and communication challenges. Despite seeking therapy himself, he recognized how many people lack access to professional grief support due to financial barriers or societal stigma. His solution? Build...2025-07-0137 min
As I Live and Grieve®It's Okay to LaughSend us some LOVE!Have you ever felt guilty for laughing while grieving? That moment when humor breaks through your sorrow, and you wonder if it's okay to smile? Nancy Weil, with over 18 years in grief support, joins us to explore why these moments aren't just okay—they're necessary for healing.Nancy shares the science behind laughter's healing power during grief: it boosts our depleted immune systems, reduces stress hormones, and improves memory retention when we're struggling with "grief fog." But beyond the physiological benefits, laughter serves as a momentary respite, bringing us into the pr...2025-06-1730 minAs I Live and Grieve®When the Ocean Takes Back the GlassSend us some LOVE!Death isn't the end—it's a transformation. What if our consciousness is like a glass of ocean water that, when poured back into the sea, becomes one with its source again? This profound conversation with Michael Hirshorne, author of "Taking a Chance on Life," challenges our understanding of what happens when we die and how we might maintain connections with loved ones who have passed on.Michael shares his remarkable journey from a 30-year career as an analytical accountant to becoming a spiritual explorer seeking answers about life, death, and what li...2025-05-2736 minAs I Live and Grieve®Cruising Through GriefSend us some LOVE!Imagine a place where your grief doesn't need to be hidden, where joy and sorrow can peacefully coexist, and where everyone around you truly understands the weight you carry. That's the revolutionary concept behind The Grief Cruise, created by Linda Findlay after her own devastating loss of a newborn daughter more than three decades ago.Linda shares her remarkable journey from bereaved mother to grief advocate, describing how the absence of support following her daughter's death inspired her to create aftercare programs for funeral homes across North America. "My daughter's legacy...2025-05-2031 minAs I Live and Grieve®Playback Theater - For CaregiversSend us some LOVE!Kathy welcomes Erin Whalen, founder of Compassionate Coaching, for a fascinating exploration of how innovative approaches to storytelling and communication can transform the caregiving experience. Drawing from her background in professional acting, Erin reveals how Playback Theater—a unique art form where actors immediately perform the personal stories shared by audience members—creates powerful moments of catharsis and perspective for those navigating grief."We play back not just for the sake of playing it back. It's really a way to get to the heart of the story," Erin explains, describing how this...2025-05-1030 minAs I Live and Grieve®It's Actually Okay to Be OkaySend us some LOVE!Grief doesn't have to be an endless journey through darkness. What if there's another way to look at loss—one that acknowledges pain while making space for joy? Marie Alessi, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Memorial Manager, joins us to shatter the most persistent myths about grief. Having lost both her father at age 20 and her beloved husband Rob after 12 years of marriage, Marie speaks with the authority of lived experience rather than just academic understanding."Everything around grief right now was heavy and dark," Marie explains, challenging the common narrative th...2025-04-1937 min
THE Podcaster NationTHE Podcaster Nation #36 - "As I Live and Grieve" Podcast with Kathy Gleason!!!Kathy Gleason has lived this journey. Her personal story of grieving has helped her to share her experiences with those in need. The "As I Live and Grieve" podcast started as a way of helping others heal, while she healed. Kathy believes it was Devine Intervention that led to her pursuing the podcasting path, and the huge following that she has developed is proof of that. This is Kathy's story, this is YOUR story. As Kathy and her daughter are fond of saying, "WE ARE YOU!" Listen now. Check out their podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episod...2025-03-1342 minAs I Live and Grieve®Our Dead Dads2Send us some LOVE!Imagine starting a podcast from a light-hearted joke among friends, only to find it transforming into a deeply meaningful project. That's exactly what happened to Nick Gaylord, the creator of "Our Dead Dads." Join us as we welcome Nick back to share the deeply personal story behind his podcast, which began with humorous banter among his brothers and friends who, like Nick, have lost their fathers. In this episode, Nick delves into the bittersweet memories of his father and his journey that spans across various states and a fascinating career in the pharmaceutical...2024-11-0538 min