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Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossMary Leopold: Oliver's Story: Ep 43Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyMary Leopold never expected to find herself on the other side of grief—as a psychotherapist with decades of experience, she'd helped countless clients through loss, but when her extraordinary 19-year-old son Oliver died unexpectedly in December 2021, everything changed.Oliver wasn't just another teenager. With a mind that "worked differently," he blazed through life creating lasting impact wherever he went. At his high school of 4,000 students, he...2025-06-1655 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSurviving Sibling: How a 13-Year-Old Navigates Grief After Losing Her Brother: Ep 42Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyGrief impacts every member of a family differently, but we rarely hear directly from children about their experience of loss. In this extraordinary conversation, 13-year-old Layla opens up about losing her brother Alec to addiction when she was just six years old, offering a rare window into a child's grief journey.Layla's memories of her brother shine with admiration as she recalls him as "always my...2025-05-3038 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossRebecca Buddin: Emily's Story: Ep 41Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyRebecca Buddin opens her heart about the passing of her vibrant 9-year-old daughter Emily to a horse-related accident in July 2024, sharing the raw reality of grief while demonstrating extraordinary resilience.Emily was the quintessential horse girl – determined, passionate, and sporting her beloved purple cowgirl hat earned with her first rodeo winnings. Rebecca takes us through the beautiful memories of Emily's fierce love for barrel racing, from th...2025-05-2350 min
Soul Kandi Radio Show on SSRadioSoul Kandi Radio Show 17th May 2025Nick Power gives you The Soul Kandi Radio Show #892 packed full of Good Grooves. Listen Love & Share!!
Lee Jonn – “Don’t Stop” (Original) [Music Power Records]
Karim Naas ft Syon – “Temptation” (Extended) [Paraiso Doux]
Ferreck Dawn ft Caroline Byrne – “Make Me Weak” (Extended) [Defected Records]
David Morales ft Antoinette DunleavyTell Me – “Tell Me” (Extended) [Diridim Records]
Edward Maya, Padé & Roxana – “Fall” (Extended)
Kai Hillmann – “Alone” (Extended) [Déepalma Records]
Daniele Busciala ft Precious James – “Nobody” (Main) [Groovebom Records]
Ziggy Funk ft Taliwa – “What You Afraid Of” (Mike Dunn) [Quantize Recordings]
DJ Disciple ft Veektoriya – “This Beat Is Mine” (Mar...2025-05-1701 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossMichele Davis' Reaction to Slater Nalley's American Idol Journey, Her Poem and His Song "Traces of You", and Their Duet: Ep 40Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyA remarkable transformation unfolds when heartbreak meets creativity. Michele Davis, co-host of Warrior Moms podcast and grieving mother, shares the extraordinary journey of how her poem about her son Carter became "Traces of You" - a song her student Slater performed on American Idol that's now touching millions of lives across America.Michele reveals how she broke through her emotional writing block during a writing retreat...2025-04-1634 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossChristi Howard Shares Her Passion for Organ Donation in Honor of Her Daughter Ashley: Ep 39Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyChristy Howard joins Amy Durham and Michele Davis to share their unique experience on organ donation few have experienced - being both a recipient family and a donor family. Her journey began when her father-in-law received a life-saving liver transplant in his seventies. The miracle wasn't lost on Christy's daughter Ashley, who eagerly registered as an organ donor when getting her learner's permit at 15.Tragically, just...2025-04-1229 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossRobyn (Noe) Willis -- Love After Child Loss: Ep 38Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyWhat happens when grief and love collide? Robyn and Bart's powerful story answers this question with extraordinary grace and honesty.When Robyn lost her children Shaun and Morgan in a devastating house fire, she never imagined finding love again. Yet a year after the fire, she found herself on a dating app, boldly telling a stranger named Bart about the worst night of her life. "I...2025-04-0338 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossAlison Chick -- Alex Chick's Story: Ep 37Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyHow do we find moments of light after unthinkable loss? Alison Chick joins us to share how her life transformed when her son Alex died in a motorcycle accident just days after his high school graduation. Her raw honesty about that devastating day—from the moment she saw a traffic advisory near their home to the unbearable hospital visit—captures the shattering reality of losing a child....2025-03-2733 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossBreaking Through: How Dr. Dhaval Desai Faced COVID-19 and Grief: Ep 36Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyDr. Desai joins Warrior Moms Amy Durham and Michele Davis to share a raw, powerful account of what happens when professional and personal crises collide. As a hospital director during COVID-19 and a father to a newborn born just two weeks before the nation shut down, Dr. Desai, author of Burning Out on the Covid Front Lines: A Doctor's Memoir of Fatherhood, Race, and Perseverance in the Pandemic...2025-03-2244 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossMichele Davis and American Idol: Reactions and RealityWhen tragedy collides on one of America's biggest stages, something extraordinary happens. Michele Davis takes us behind the scenes of her unforgettable American Idol appearance where she introduced her student Slater Nally before he performed a song honoring her late son, Carter. What began as an expected 30-second interview transformed into a seven-hour journey culminating in Michele walking alone into the famous audition room to present Slater to three celebrity judges: Lionel Ritchie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan.The emotional aftermath was intense – profound joy mixed with debilitating grief that left Michele physically ill. She describes this as...2025-03-1130 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossRae Ann Gruver-- Advocacy Helps Her Grief: Ep 35Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyThe heartbreaking story of Max Gruver sheds light on the often unseen dangers of hazing in college settings. His mother, Rae Ann, joins Michele and Amy to share not only the tragedy that took her son's life but also the mission that has risen from her love of Max. Together with hosts, Rae Ann discusses Max's vibrant spirit and the circumstances that led to his untimely death due...2025-02-2633 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossAmy and Jeff Durham -- Navigating Compounded Grief and Finding Peace: Ep 34Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyExperiencing multiple losses in quick succession, Jeff opens up about the emotional complexity and heart-rending journey of losing both his stepson Alec and his father. We explore with Jeff and Amy the nuances of compounded grief, especially when it's tied to figures of guidance and friendship. Amy and Jeff discuss the tough balance of supporting those struggling with addiction while setting personal boundaries for self-care. Jeff's e...2025-02-0443 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossMelanie Hall -- Bennett Hall's Story: Ep 33Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyMelanie Hall shares her profound journey of grief after losing her son, Bennett, and how she navigated motherhood amidst the trauma, deep heartache, and being a mother to two children under two. She discusses the challenges of grief, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of writing as a healing tool. • Introduction to Melanie Hall and her family • Moving to Nashville and the chal...2025-01-2847 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossRae Ann Gruver and Brandi Couey -- Stories and Strategies for missing Max Gruver and Cole Couey During the Christmas Season: Ep 32Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyFacing the holiday season after losing a child is an unimaginable challenge. Imagine the struggle of embracing Christmas traditions when the absence of a loved one is overwhelmingly palpable. In this episode, we're joined by Rae Ann Gruver and Brandy Couey, two courageous mothers who bravely share their journey through grief during the holidays. Together, we explore how each mother finds ways to honor their sons' memories and...2024-12-1231 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossJenny Stanley -- Navigating Grief During Thanksgiving: Ep 31Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyHow do you navigate the ups and downs of grief during the holiday season, especially Thanksgiving, after losing a child? Join us, Amy and Michele, as we sit down with our guest, Jenny Stanley, to share personal stories and offer strategies for managing the complex emotions that accompany this time of year. Jenny invites us into her world of grappling with the question, “Why us?” during festive family gath...2024-11-2125 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossJenny Schick -- Logan Schick's Story: Ep 30Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyJenny Schick joins us to share the courageous story of her daughter Logan, a young woman whose vibrant spirit was shadowed by struggles with anxiety, ADD, and, ultimately, addiction. Jenny opens up about the early signs of Logan's mental health challenges, like the day-to-day anxiety that spiraled from something as simple as a social interaction in third grade. Through Jenny's heartfelt memories, we gain insight into the profound...2024-11-1355 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossBrandi Couey -- Cole Couey's Story: Ep 29Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyBrandi joins us for a deeply moving episode of Warrior Moms, where she shares an intimate and poignant story about her son Cole, a young man whose spirit touched everyone he met. Discover how Cole's joyful nature and love for sports and life left an indelible mark on his family, friends, and community. Through Brandi's vivid storytelling, we get to know Cole as a kind-hearted, humorous soul, forming...2024-10-061h 05
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossNormalizing Grief and Finding Joy with Dr. Natasha Trujillo: Ep 28Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyCan you truly find joy after profound loss? Join us as we explore this compelling question with Dr. Natasha Trujillo, a psychologist who has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate the intertwining paths of grief, trauma, and performance. In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Trujillo shares insights from her multifaceted career, explaining how grief often intersects with other mental health issues like eating disorders and trauma. Her experiences...2024-08-2044 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossVacation and Grief: Ep 27Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyPlanning a summer vacation should be joyful, right? But what happens when the simple thought of packing your bags brings on a wave of anxiety and sadness? Join us as we unravel our own emotional journeys through vacation planning. Amy and I candidly share the frustration, excitement, and sometimes overwhelming grief that accompany these family trips. From the struggle to sync schedules for our podcast to the bittersweet...2024-06-2525 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSibling Series: Annie Howard, Ashley Howard's sister, Christi Howard's daughter: Ep 26Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyWhat a beautiful interview we had with Anna Howard, lovingly referred to as "Annie" in her early years. Her wisdom is beyond her twenty-three years and shares important advice for other siblings who have lived losing their beloved sibling. For Annie, she lost her best friend, Ashley.This episode Annie, a successful, young hairdresser, tells her grief journey weaving threads of loss, remembrance, and healing. 2024-05-2029 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSibling Series: Emily McHenry, Jamie McHenry's Sister, Christine McHenry's Daughter: Ep25Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyTo say we are honored to witness such joy and bravery is an understatement. Emily McHenry, you amaze us. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and joy.When Emily McHenry speaks about her brother Jamie, you can hear the love and loss in every word. Our heartfelt conversation with Emily reveals the poignant journey of a sibling's bond tested by the untimely passing of her brother...2024-05-1448 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSiblings Series: Melissa Crouch, Michele Davis's Sibling, Carter Davis's Aunt: Ep24Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyIn our latest episode, we're joined by Melissa Crouch, my cherished youngest sister, who bravely shares her journey through the valleys of grief following the murder of my son, her nephew Carter. With raw emotion, she opens up about their close-knit relationship, the joyous moments they spent together, and the shattering day our world turned upside down. As Melissa reflects on the beautiful yet complex layer of sibling...2024-05-0141 minWarrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSiblings Series Introduction: Ep23Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyThe echo of loss resonates beyond what we can see, touching those who stand beside us in the shadows – our siblings. As we embark on our Sibling Series here at Warrior Moms, Amy and I hold space for the often-overlooked warriors who bear the weight of grief alongside us. The series unpacks the emotional odyssey of brothers and sisters who have experienced the loss of a sibling, revealing th...2024-05-0103 minWarrior Moms: Surviving Child LossSiblings Series: Melissa Crouch, Michele Davis's Sibling, Carter Davis's Aunt: Ep24When we talk about loss, it's often through the lens of those who carried and nurtured life, but the echoes of grief reach every corner of the family mosaic. Join Michele Davis and Amy Durham, as they interview Michele's sister, Melissa Crouch, onto Warrior Moms Podcast for an intimate and raw exploration of the untold stories of sibling grief. Melissa shares her grief journey in a beautiful way with such important advice.Melissa's vivid memories and tender reflections paint a portrait of Carter that goes beyond the shadow of his absence. In the warmth of the conversation...2024-05-0141 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossChristine McHenry -- Jamie McHenry's Story: Ep22Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyWhen Christine McHenry, one of the founders of Warrior Moms of North Georgia, shares her journey through grief after the loss of her son Jamie at the young age of 13, it's impossible not to feel the weight of her love and sorrow. Her courage to celebrate Jamie's life, even as she navigates the heartache of his absence, sets the stage for a powerful conversation. Michele and Christine discuss...2024-03-3045 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossEmily Simmons -- Darren Thomas Duncanson's Story: Ep21Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyEmily Simmons, just three months from retiring from the military, got a call no mother ever wants---her beloved son Darren had died in a car accident. Emily shares about her well-loved son and what that first terrible year looked like for her. She also shares such clear and important pieces of advice for how to truly survive---and thrive in childloss. Amy and I loved sitting with...2024-03-1916 min
Warrior Moms: Surviving Child LossHappy birthday, angels -- How to Plan for Their Birthday!: Ep20Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyWhether it's race car or unicorn themed, our children's birthdays are such joy for parents! Celebrating the life, love, and happiness of another year---(sigh)---(deep breath)---having your child's life gone too soon brings pain, words which hardly show the sadness. Yet, the Warrior Moms find ways to toast and hike, to travel and remember in intentional and joyful ways...all while giving grace to themselves...2024-03-1417 minWarrior Moms: Surviving Child LossAmy Durham -- Another Loss after Child Loss: Ep19Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & AmyThe sudden loss of a friend can send shockwaves through the heart, leaving us to grapple with a grief that's as complex as it is profound. Our latest conversation takes you on a journey through the sorrow of losing someone who was not just a friend but a cherished connection to our late son, Alec. We open up about the emptiness that follows, and how this dear soul's...2024-03-1014 min