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Grieving Overdose Death
Frankie
Frankie was the third-born of triplets, arriving after his two sisters. His mother, Ellen, recalls his early years as charmed—filled with joyful vacations, engaging activities, and an infectious sense of humor. Frankie was the smallest kid with the biggest laugh, known for his wild jokes, imaginative stories, and a vocabulary all his own. As he entered middle school, challenges emerged. Being the smallest in his class and diagnosed with ADHD, Frankie began to struggle. Depression followed, leading him to self-medicate. Tragically, his life ended at age 26 in October 2022 due to an overdose of cocaine laced with fentanyl. Ellen no...
2025-10-13
39 min
Love From the Inside Out: Healing, Mindset and Confidence Tools for Women Navigating Anxiety and Midlife
Why Self-Discipline Feels So Easy One Day and Impossible the Next
What ego, menopause, and permission have to teach us about real strength.If you’ve ever wondered why you can crush your goals one day and crash the next, this episode is for you. In this week’s episode of Love From the Inside Out, Susan explores the “space between” — that overlooked place between “all-in” and “all-out.” From ego whispers and childhood nicknames to post-menopausal shifts, Christine D’Ercole’s mantras, and Stacy Sims’ game-changing research, you’ll discover why real strength isn’t about doing more, but about choosing differently.This is where permission meets power...
2025-10-02
22 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Johnna
Johnna was a fearless and capable child, but a learning disability diagnosis seemed to mark the beginning of her struggles. Her mother, Kelli, believes this led to self-esteem issues, which were worsened by incidents like being bullied in school and the loss of loved ones. These painful experiences contributed to a lifelong dependence on drugs—an addiction Johnna fiercely protected. As a nurse, Kelli used all of her resources to help. She consistently arranged for counselors and rehab centers and was always there for her daughter in a crisis. Despite her tireless efforts, Kelli's worst fear was realized in Ju...
2025-08-20
54 min
Managing Creative Studios
Disney vs Desk Job: Claire deZoete on Craft, Leadership & Creative Longevity
In this episode we sit down with the incredibly talented Claire deZoete—animator, illustrator, and now studio manager at SkyCity Entertainment Group. Claire takes us through her journey from hand-animating Belle for Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas to leading one of New Zealand’s busiest in-house design teams. We chat about finding your creative voice, navigating career pivots, motherhood, imposter syndrome, and how to keep the spark alive in a high-output studio environment. This one’s for the dreamers and the doers.This episode is proudly sponsored by the amazing team at 5 Digital! Check them o...
2025-07-07
1h 19
The Susan Sheehan Podcast
ep50. Claire O’Neill. Re-release. Home Birth For A First Time Mum: Overcoming The Odds
This is a re-release of our conversation with Claire O’Neill back in November. Claire shares her journey of her fear of hospitals and needing to find another way when she was pregnant with her first child.She was the first woman in her local trust (UKs NHS structure) to home birth. She takes us on a journey of hypnobirthing, finding her voice and enjoying birth. It is a pure joy to listen to. So if you missed it the first time enjoy! You can find Claire on...
2025-05-14
48 min
Central Mass Paranormal Society
EP25 With Special Guest Don't Scare Claire
Join us as we chat with Claire
2025-02-22
1h 16
臺灣嘻哈之聲
S2EP.3│用性別書寫嘻哈,怎麼了嗎? feat. 老莫ILL MO、少女痣的奇幻下流Claire、芮鯊RapShark
最近,「歌詞中對女性的不友善」在嘻哈圈掀起一陣討論,女性表達「這些歌詞讓人不舒服」,被說女權、不懂嘻哈文化,事件從歌詞討論演變成性別對立。 究竟在嘻哈音樂歌詞中的性別印象,是嘻哈文化表現,還是反映社會對性別平等教育的不足?透過歌詞展現自我、說想說的話,有什麼問題嗎?我們邀請到嘻哈圈OG 老莫ILL MO、發表論文研究的樂評 少女痣的奇幻下流 Claire,以及饒舌歌手 芮鯊RapShark,一起聊聊女性在嘻哈圈的處境。 ✨節目中推薦歌曲:Lupe Fiasco - Bitch Bad、潘PAN - Ghosts、壞特?te - 女士優先(feat. 老莫ILL MO) ✨追蹤老莫ILL MO:https://www.instagram.com/ill_mo/ ✨追蹤少女痣的奇幻下流Claire:https://www.instagram.com/vulgfantasy/ ✨追蹤芮鯊RapShark:https://www.instagram.com/rapshark_/ ✨節目片頭、背景音樂:龔德 Kung Ta https://www.instagram.com/kungta_official/ ✨追蹤臺灣嘻哈之聲:https://www.instagram.com/twhiphopvibes/ ✨追蹤主持人Tower da Funkmasta:https://www.instagram.com/tower_da_funkmasta/ ✨追蹤主持人Susan 蘇珊:https://www.instagram.com/susan_love_music/ ✨合作請寄信:susanlovemusic@gmail.com -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
2025-02-16
50 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Matthew
While working for the railroad, Matt had a bad accident that injured his spine. After spinal surgery, he was prescribed opioids that eventually led to his addiction. His daughter, Heather, talks about her loving relationship with her dad and how she is broken hearted to have lost him in October 2022. Heather tells others not to blame themselves for what happened and to recognize they did what they could. If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please contact Susan Claire at grievingoverdosedeath@gmail.com http://grievingoverdosedeath.libsyn.com/ Music...
2025-02-03
37 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Cameron (Narcan Plus 911-A mother's and crisis coach's message)
Cameron was fun-loving, intelligent, compassionate, athletic, and talented who made his mom, Denise, very proud. After taking a counterfeit pill, he overdosed and lost his life when he was 23, even though his friends administered Narcan. Denise is on a mission to tell others that Narcan alone is not enough—911 must also be called. She reached out to Scott Silverman, a crisis coach, family navigator, and CEO of Confidential Recovery, an outpatient addiction program in San Diego, California. He is the author of the books “The Opioid Epidemic” and “Tell Me NO. I Dare You!” Together, Denise and Scott want to sound t...
2024-12-16
36 min
The Susan Sheehan Podcast
34. Claire O'Neill. Home Birth for a First-Time Mum: Overcoming the Odds
Claire O'Neill is the first woman to share her story on The Susan Sheehan Podcast. At 16 weeks pregnant Claire decided that she needed another alternative to birthing in a hospital. It set her on a mission to become the first woman in her trust to birth at home as a first time home. This is a story of inner strength, preparation, trusting your body, hypnobirthing and a mother birthing herself and her baby into this world the way she knew she needed to. You can message Claire on instagram The Mother Sphere by Claire https://www.instagram...
2024-12-11
48 min
The Jury's Verdict
E36: Elizabeth, Caryn Eileen Campbell, Julie Lyle Cunningham, Denise Lynn Oliverson, Lynette Dawn Culver, Susan Curtis, Margaret Elizabeth Bowman, Lisa Janet Levy, Kathy Kleiner, Karen Chandler...
I SURVIVED SERIES This episode showcases the stories of Elizabeth Kloepfer, Caryn Eileen Campbell, Julie Lyle Cunningham, Denise Lynn Oliverson, Lynette Dawn Culver, Susan Curtis, Margaret Elizabeth Bowman, Lisa Janet Levy, Kathy Kleiner, Karen Chandler, and Cheryl Thomas, who all had the misfortune of encountering Ted Bundy. This episode tries to focus on and remember their stories, instead of remembering the man that killed them. Because in this way, we can keep their memory alive and have them survive through us.
2024-09-07
17 min
The Jury's Verdict
E35: Karen Sparks, Lynda Ann Healy, Donna Gail Manson, Susan Elain Rancourt, Roberta Kathleen Park, Brenda Carol Ball, Georgeann Hawkins, Janice Ann Ott, Denise Marie Naslund, Hitchiker from Idaho...
I SURVIVED SERIES This episode showcases the stories of Karen Sparks, Lynda Ann Healy, Donna Gail Manson, Susan Elaine Rancourt, Roberta Kathleen Park, Brenda Carol Ball, Georgeann Hawkins, Janice Ann Ott, Denise Marie Naslund, Hitchiker from Idaho, Nancy Wilcox, Melissa Anne Smith, Laura Ann Aime, Carol DaRonch, and Debra Jean Kent, who all had the misfortune of encountering Ted Bundy in their lives. Except in this episode, we try to focus on and remember their stories, instead of remembering the man who killed them. Because in this way, we can keep their memory alive and have them...
2024-09-07
20 min
Strong Single and Human
EP 163 - Susan Gold - Redefining Parenthood: Overcoming Trauma with Resilience
Susan Gold's life is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. She was raised in a challenging and chaotic family system, the middle child of five. Escaping the toxic family environment after high school graduation, she embarked on a remarkable journey of self-discovery. Professionally, Susan became known for attaching celebrity talent to projects in NYC which led her to produce for television and film and on to Los Angeles. She convinced modern art legend Andy Warhol to do an on-camera commercial for Pontiac, and on behalf of Disney Channel persuaded A-list cel...
2024-07-22
54 min
Political Junkie Podcast
Episode 57: Waiting For the Academy To Catch Up
Cover art from Susan Stryker, When Monsters Speak: A Susan Stryker Reader. Photo credit: Loren Rex Cameron.In the early 1980s, Christine Jorgensen, a performer, celebrity, and the most famous transgender woman in the United States, appeared on Hour Magazine, a television talk show. The host, Gary Collins, asked Christine if she felt more socially accepted since 1952, when she was publicly outed by the New York Daily News following her gender confirmation surgery.Jorgensen answered with a conditional yes: intellectuals and artists were welcoming to her, but in general, Americans still believed that there were...
2024-07-17
39 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Vinnie & Jorge
Sheree and Vinnie were not only sister and brother, but also best friends. They were three years apart and went through everything in life together. Vinnie had a beautiful spirit and was an amazing person. Sheree’s brother-in-law, Jorge, was in the family for 15 years and was more like a little brother. He had the purest heart of anyone she had ever met. Sadly, both passed away from an accidental overdose. Vinnie was 33 and died in May 2017. Three years later, Jorge, died when he was 35. Sheree remembers both as more than their addiction and prays for both every morning wi...
2024-07-07
50 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Joel
Joel excelled at writing. He wrote his first book when he was in the second grade and later won an award for an essay about his grandfather. He also loved to write song lyrics and developed an ability to rap when he was in high school. With his lyrics and music, he developed a following for his band, The Even Keel. Joel struggled with drugs for many years and passed away from an accidental overdose in November 2017 when he was 36. Pattie entered a time of deep depression after she lost her son and knew it was not the same...
2024-05-28
50 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Blake
If you wanted to find Blake, you only had to go to the fire station down the street from his house. At a very young age, he already knew that he wanted to be a fire fighter. He was an excellent violin player and enjoyed karate. He was introduced to drugs from an acquaintance of his girlfriend at a young age. He sought help and was sober for a long period of time until troubles came his way while he was serving in Philadelphia as a Fire Service Paramedic. His mom, Rochelle “got the call” about her son’s passin...
2024-04-20
33 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Charles (Buddy)
Charles (also known as Buddy) was an old soul. At a very young age, he would sit and talk to his aunt like he was the same age, and he treasured his family. He loved to travel, had lots clothes, and collected all types of sneakers. He was prescribed a pain medication after a serious car accident that started him on the road to his addiction. He passed away in April 2022 when he was 34. His mother, Tawanda, copes by wearing her son’s shirt every day, talking about him with others, and listening to podcasts about grief. If...
2024-04-14
25 min
Aunty M Brain Tumours Talk Show
Susan's Acoustic Neuroma Story
In this podcast, Susan Hitchmough discusses her journey of being diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma in 2021. She talks about her initial symptoms, diagnosis challenges during COVID-19, treatment, and lingering side effects. Susan shares her recovery story and involvement in The Beyond Recovery Project, a non-profit community supporting brain tumour survivors. She encourages listeners to visit the project's website for support or involvement. Inspiring and Empowering Brain Tumour SurvivorsThe Beyond Recovery Project Follow Aunty M Brain Tumours on: X Facebook Instagram YouTube
2024-03-17
31 min
All Aboard ADHD
Identifying & Diagnosing ADHD
What is the ADHD Children’s Evaluation and what can it give parents who suspect their child has ADHD? In this episode, Claire is joined by Professor Susan Young to discuss the ACE assessment. Susan shares the real reason that it was developed and how it has quickly been adopted as a tool not just across the UK, but globally, and has also been expanded to include young people and adults. Professor Susan explains what makes the ACE tool so different from other ‘tick box’ assessment tools and how its design ensures the identification of symptoms that may al...
2024-02-23
34 min
Big Picture Podcast
One Way Ticket to Scotland w/ Claire Marshall
Claire has an incredible testimony of faith, living abroad and falling in love. Who doesn't like to hear a good love story? Although that is an important part of her journey, that is not the emphasis. She also shares her struggles of being away from family, being single, adapting to a new culture and wondering if she made the right decision to leave the United States. She could have at any point moved back home, but something was keeping her put. Join us today to hear from Claire (all the way from Glasgow, Scotland!) as she shares her story...
2024-02-14
54 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Becca
Becca was a wild child who grew into a confident, young adult and was able to talk to anybody. Her passions included animals, theater and music. She was also a talented artist who fell in love with tattoos and thought of the human body as a canvas. After a tragic event in her early teens, she self-medicated with marijuana and then other drugs. In January 2021, she passed away at 22 from fentanyl poisoning. Her mother, Sarah, wants to break the stigma about addiction and speaks to school groups about her daughter’s life. She found that listening to podcasts has he...
2024-02-11
54 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Stephen
Stephen lit up any room he walked into and was the guy who made others laugh. He was a musician who played guitar and piano, a welder who used his talents to make artwork, and a world traveler. His addiction to pain medication began soon after having a wisdom tooth extracted while he was in the navy. His addiction progressed over ten years until he died from fentanyl poisoning in March 2022 at the age of 32. His mother, Andree, honors his memory by displaying a Christmas tree in her front yard for others who are grieving to place a special...
2024-01-21
39 min
Left on Red
Ep 81: Latina Daria for Assembly, feat. Claire Valdez
Claire Valdez is running to represent AD 37. She's a Latina, a democratic socialist, and a union organizer fighting every day for a better world for all of us. She knows what it’s like to live paycheck to paycheck, pay too much in rent, be exploited and taken advantage of at work. She also knows that when people come together, we can win a better life for ourselves and our community. To get involved in Claire's campaign, check out:secure.actblue.com/donate/claire-for-queensJoin DSA: act.dsausa.org/donate/membership/Hosted by Su...
2024-01-06
49 min
Amateur-Ass Podcast
My Name is Not Susan
The Wiz!The Color Purple!Whitney Houston!Are you sensing a theme? Claire and Rashida dive into it all!Email us your stories about amateur moments of imperfection: amateurasspodcast@gmail.com.Music:"Celebration" and "Quirky Dog" by Kevin McCloud (incompetech.com)
2023-12-01
58 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Samantha
Samantha was stubborn, strong-willed, and struggled with authority. However, she also loved fiercely, was passionate in what she believed in, and was always there when you needed a friend. Her sister, Brittany, would call her about everything and knew she could always count on her. When Samantha broke up with her boyfriend of eight years, she turned to an old friend for companionship who was dealing drugs. He turned her on to cocaine to help with her depression. One night, the line she took was pure fentanyl and she overdosed in August 2023. Brittany is coping with the death of...
2023-11-19
39 min
Grieving Overdose Death
David
David had a great job, loved hunting, sports, and was very involved with his family. His cousin, Rosalie, describes him as a “boy’s boy.” In April 2021, Rosalie received a call from one of his three brothers telling her the tragic news—David had passed away due to an accidental overdose. She copes with her grief by remembering her cousin through poetry. Below are two of her poems dedicated to her cousin, David. Everlasting Age In the time of aging, you no longer are. I’m where you remain, near to my heart yet physically so far. Ag...
2023-09-15
27 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Michael
Michael was an incredibly hard worker—he followed in his dad’s footsteps and worked for the railroad. He never said, “no”, was so tender hearted, and silly. His sisters, Courtney and Hattie, cope with his passing from an overdose in July 2022 through humor, closeness, and strength. By telling their brother’s story, they strive to advocate for family and friends in mourning who may feel shame or that their loved one’s death didn’t matter because of the stigma of addiction. Courtney recommends reading, “Understanding Your Grief after a Drug-Overdose Death,” by Alan Wolfelt, PhD.
2023-07-30
50 min
Blowing Up
Masterminds (Susan Epstein)
Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak.Susan Epstein, LCSW, is a business coach and strategist who works with coaches, therapists and healers to fill their practices and then leverage their time with groups and masterminds. Hosts Linda Claire Puig and Ari Iny explore with Susan how to quickly create revenue and a pipeline of clients by establishing a mastermind or group—and what the important distinctions between those two formats are. In this episode, we discuss:How Susan used h...
2023-07-19
18 min
Foggy Oak Fairy Tales
Fearless Susan - Part 3: Susan Meets the Kraken 🦑
This week, we have the conclusion to the current story of the would have been Cinderella who wasn’t – Fearless Susan, who so far has helped a troll with a sword stuck in its foot and rescued a dragon who was trapped under a boulder. She hasn’t felt scared yet, but she has picked up some new friends and special gifts – including the ability to talk to animals and monsters. She’s on her way with her horse Saoirse to the land of the sea queen to see if they can help deal with a kraken (a giant squid) who...
2023-03-15
14 min
Foggy Oak Fairy Tales
Fearless Susan - Part 2: Of Dragons and Hams 🐉
This week, we have Part 2 of the would have been Cinderella who wasn’t – Fearless Susan – who set out into the world to learn about fear. She hasn’t felt scared yet, but she has helped a troll with a sword stuck in its foot and gained a new friend in the process. Susan is carrying some special gifts, including a magical, ancient ham that causes anyone who eats part of it to fall into a deep sleep. Why? We don’t know! Will it come in handy, do you think? She’s on her way to try and figur...
2023-03-08
17 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jessica
Jessica wanted to help others and thought about working professionally as a nurse. She loved children, would help out at summer camps, and had several babysitting positions. She was always the one people would call if they needed help. When she was around 17, she was in a car accident and was prescribed opioids for her pain. She went from using opioids to other drugs and, eventually, started using heroin, and died in 2017 at 36 from fentanyl poisoning. Her older sister, Rosanne, tried everything in her power to help -- an intervention, rehabilitation, giving her a job in her...
2023-03-05
1h 19
Foggy Oak Fairy Tales
Fearless Susan - Part 1: Troll Troubles 🗡️
This week, we have a story about a would-have-been Cinderella who wasn’t. Fearless Susan will show us you can find your own story, and make your own adventures, any time you like. In this story that brings together parts from many different fairy tales, Susan heads out into the world to....learn how to be scared? Find...adventure? That's not what she's supposed to do! Join Susan as she helps out a village with a troll problem and cheer her on as she begins her next adventure to help out another village with a truly troubled dra...
2023-03-01
15 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Hannah
Hannah was loyal, fierce, and lived & loved with an unmatched ferocity and intensity. Her father, Cody, said she helped those who were marginalized, forgotten, left behind, misunderstood, hurting, or abused. She put others before herself, tried to take care of them, and made sure they were safe and okay. Hannah personally struggled for years with mental health and addiction. Depression and anxiety were her forever companions in a never-ending tug of war. On October 12, 2022, Cody lost his daughter to fentanyl poisoning. He copes with his loss by honoring his daughter’s memory, listening to podcasts, and researching grief with bo...
2023-02-19
55 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Michael & Bridget
Meggie describes how she and her three siblings were a close-knit group of four who faced everything together when they were growing up. However, in 2015, her older brother, Michael, 28, died from an accidental overdose which fueled a raging addiction in her mom and little sister, Bridget. In 2022, things took a turn for the worse when her mom died from liver failure due to drug and alcohol abuse and then, 40 days later, Bridget, 31, was found in her bed from an accidental overdose. Meggie copes with the loss of her two siblings with grief counseling and reading books such as “The Em...
2023-02-09
38 min
Shine Your Light Reach Your Best Podcast
Powerful Conversations with Powerful Women: Claire talks to Susan Walsh
Susan Walsh, the Queen of cleaning dirty data! The classification guru herself. This is definitely one of the powerful conversations you want to tune in for! Because we're going to be talking all things dirty data! I knew I would hit it off with Susan when I met her on LinkedIn. I've always been a bit of a data geek myself... is it OK to admit that I love a bit of excel?! Dirty Data can make our businesses less profitable. Which is quite something when you think about it! And this is definitely something you want to know...
2023-01-25
29 min
When Autumn Comes: Seasons of Hope for Medical + Disability Moms
Claire | Chronically Beautiful: Connection in Caregiving
Hey there friend! I have a question. What would it mean to you to know that there is someone out there who understands firsthand what it means to live with a chronic illness? Not only understands, but has created a project with the sole purpose of spreading joy and hope to others living with similar life long illnesses. That would be pretty awesome, wouldn't it? Now, what if that person also just happens to be really kind and open about her health and how her illness has changed her family's life. Today, we meet Claire. Claire shares...
2023-01-25
37 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Nicky, Steven & Cindy
Angela lost three of her four siblings (Nicky, Steven & Cindy): two passed away from an overdose and one from a massive heart attack. She remembers them with pictures and other special mementos, and by telling their stories. She copes by keeping busy with helping to raise her sisters’ children, plus listening to grief podcasts, attending grief meetings, and reading books such as, “It’s OK That You’re NOT OK” by Megan Devine. She also plans to participate in National Fentanyl Awareness Day sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). You can find more information here: https://www.fentanylawarenessday.org/
2023-01-19
51 min
Exponential Potential
Episode 13 - Write a Book Transform Your Life with Susan Crossman
It was an absolute pleasure to have Susan Crossman on as our brilliant expert podcast guest today with “Write a Book Transform Your Life” Our conversation was light hearted, filled with insight and tools, as well as some wonderful inspiring stories! Susan is a true inspiration, she helps mission-focused coaches, leaders, and innovators write and publish compelling books that make a difference in their businesses and their world. She believes a well-written book can be a powerful force for good in our world and she takes delight in assisting her clients to greater peace-driven auth...
2022-12-21
39 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jack
Jack was an excellent student, and enjoyed sports throughout his elementary and high school years. He graduated from college with a major in actuarial science and landed his first job. But his mother, Maribeth, said he worked very long hours, and although he sometimes said he enjoyed it, she thought the isolation and long hours were very stressful for him. He left his job and eventually became a bicycle courier. He suffered for 10 years from depression, and later developed an addiction to heroin. Maribeth said that Jack's pain became unbearable and he died in his home at the age...
2022-12-04
42 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Nickoli
Nickoli was a beautiful soul who never felt like he was heard or loved. His mother died from an overdose when he was very young, he didn’t know his father, and he was shuffled among family until he landed in his forever home with his adoptive mom, Angelique. From the day he joined her family, he called her mom and her children considered him an older brother. He passed away from a fentanyl overdose when he was only 18 in 2021. This epidemic is horrible and is taking our youth, says Angelique who prays, listens to grief podcasts, and joined Fa...
2022-10-17
23 min
The Visibility Factor
25. Trusted to Thrive (with Marie-Claire Ross)
25. Trusted to Thrive (with Marie-Claire Ross) Marie-Claire Ross, BA (Hons), is a speaker, facilitator, and mentor. She helps organizations that have previously had toxic leadership and are now transforming into a healthy, trusting culture. Marie-Claire works with companies around the world such as Qantas, PETRONAS, Australian Tax Office, Hamad Medical Corporation (Doha) and Novartis. She is also the author of Trusted to Thrive: How Leaders Create Connected and Accountable Teams and Transform your Safety Communication. In this episode: Marie-Claire’s company is called Trustologie, this made-up word that she made up to show she focu...
2022-08-25
33 min
Tudor History with Claire Ridgway
Becoming Elizabeth - Episode 3 - Either Learn or Be Silent
Trigger alert - some discussion of the abuse Elizabeth I suffered. In this week’s episode of Becoming Elizabeth, episode 3 "Either Learn or Be Silent", things come to a head between Thomas Seymour and Elizabeth, but is historian Claire Ridgway still angry, or has she calmed down? How does she feel about the Elizabeth and Seymour storyline and just how close was this episode to history? Claire looks at what history tells us about Seymour's behaviour with Elizabeth, including the dress-slashing scenes, as well as looking at the timeline of events, the Mary/Elizabeth letter st...
2022-07-07
18 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Brandi
Brandi had a typical childhood: she participated in sports, dance, girl scouts; went on family vacations; and had lots of family get-togethers. But as she got older, she became argumentative and got into a lot of trouble. It wasn’t until her sister, Kaylee, was taking a psychology course that she determined that her sister fit the description of someone with bipolar disorder. At first Brandi smoked pot but got mixed up with opioids after this was prescribed after her second pregnancy. She passed away from an overdose at 39 after a life of struggling with addiction. Kaylee advises not to...
2022-06-20
1h 03
Grieving Overdose Death
Aaron
Aaron loved music, debating, and getting together with friends and family. He was also an avid reader and taught himself to read before he even started school. His mom, Sheryl, was his biggest fan. However, Aaron dropped out of school at a young age and started down the wrong path. After he turned 22, Sheryl got the call that no parent wants to get. At first, Sheryl coped by listening to this podcast and later joined with other moms who lost a child. She felt very strongly about paying it forward with her own story since she learned by listening...
2022-06-05
47 min
From the Horsebox
Episode 21 Susan Thomas, when showing Shires you get your own lorry park...
Send us a textSusan breeds, trains, shows, rides (including going trail hunting), the family's Shire horses. Their progeny have been sold all over the world and two went to The Queen to be Royal drum horses. Managing large animals has also given her the skills to be chairlady of the Young Farmers with a glorious mix of fun and fund raising, Susan is a fantastic guest!Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text message system on each episode.What question w...
2022-05-31
25 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Josh
Josh was a great person who happened to have both the disease of addiction and the disease of depression. It was his birth father who introduced Josh to heroin when he was 13 years old, setting up his path to a lifelong habit. He overdosed from fentanyl poisoning in a sober house in 2016 when he was 32, leaving behind his beautiful daughter, Grace. He is still remembered by so many today, according to his mom, Susan. He bought food for struggling addicts, helped addicts get to meetings, and helped one person get recovery through giving money toward a ticket out of...
2022-05-01
36 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jillian
Jillian was a “very wanted baby” who was a good student and could make anyone laugh, according to her mom, Jackie. As she got older, she became depressed and suffered from anxiety, and turned to alcohol and marijuana. In later years, she joined a gang and was introduced to methamphetamines. She tried to become sober but her addiction was terminal until her death at age 21 in February 2022. Jackie is filled with both overwhelming grief and relief that her daughter is free of pain, depression, anxiety and torment. Jackie copes by accepting compassion and love from family and friends, and list...
2022-04-21
1h 15
Grieving Overdose Death
Maya
Maya loved make-up and art, and talked about being a make-up artist to the stars! She was sweet, caring and a positive person. But her mom, Rosa, said she noticed her daughter began changing as she entered her teenage years. Maya was caught drinking vodka, then smoking marijuana. She was diagnosed with severe depression and placed on Xanax. She eventually started taking cocaine and passed away two years ago from fentanyl poisoning when she was 19½. Rosa’s last message to her daughter, who did not want to be alone, was that you are never alone because God is always by...
2022-04-07
34 min
The Security Collective Podcast
The 3 R's of Cyber Safety with Susan McLean
This is the episode to share with your colleagues, friends and family as Claire talks to Susan McLean, Australia’s leading expert in the area of cyber safety. Susan was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years and the first Victoria Police officer appointed to a position involving cybersafety and young people where she established and managed the Victoria Police Cybersafety Project. She has completed advanced training in the US and has qualifications also from the US and UK. Susan has also been awarded The National Medal, the Victoria Police Service Medal - 2nd Clasp, and the Na...
2022-03-16
33 min
The Deal Scout
People Post Acquisition w/ Claire Chandler
The fastest, easiest way to grow and scale your business is by cloning your success. But most serial acquirers lack a consistent process that reliably predicts which target companies will achieve the returns they’re looking for. When you quantify the "intangible" elements of your most successful portcos, you will fill your portfolios with more high-performing businesses while avoiding the wrong ones.Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.co...
2022-03-01
55 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Kristina
Kristina was a straight “A” student who loved cheerleading, dancing and gymnastics. Life was wonderful with her parents and older sister, Michelle, until she turned 15 and was introduced to heroin by her boyfriend. From that time, her life was a struggle to stay clean. Everything seemed to be going well in January 2022, when she had a relapse. When called to her parent’s home, Michelle describes how the paramedics only saw an addict, branded her a junkie and did not try to save her. In her quest to make a difference in the name of her sister, Michelle would like t...
2022-02-11
55 min
Sentient Planet
S3 Ratifying Animal Sentience with Claire Bass
In November 2021, the United Kingdom recognized crabs, lobsters, octopus and other decapod crustaceans and cephalopod invertebrates as sentient beings. The animals were added to the UK's new Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill, which will protect them for the first time when the bill becomes law in early 2022.Expanding our awareness to more species is cause for hope and celebration, says Claire Bass, executive director of Humane Society International – UK. The Humane Society and other animal welfare organizations have worked on the sentience bill with the British government for several years. In this episode, Claire, who has re...
2021-12-30
52 min
The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.
Did You Know That it is NEVER Too Late to Mediate Your Divorce? Insights from Leading Attorney and Mediator Claire Samuels on Divorce & Beyond #211
In this week's episode, Host, Susan Guthrie, chats with her friend and colleague, Attorney Claire Samuels, a former top divorce litigator who is now the go-to mediator in her area to help resolve cases both from the start, as well as just before the case goes to trial. Claire is the pro who knows that it's NEVER too late to MEDIATE! So often, in the heat of the moment when the decision to divorce is fresh, and the negative emotions, hurt and lack of trust are at the forefront of people's minds, they choose to litigate their d...
2021-12-06
42 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jason
Jason loved learning and was a joy to be around. He dreamt of being a pilot and set out on his life’s journey. However, during his first college semester, he broke his elbow, was placed on pain medication and everything changed. He dropped out of college and spent many years in the throes of addiction. His mom, Dianne, dreaded getting “the call” and on July 1st, 2019, that day came when she found our Jason had passed away at 34. Dianne tries to concentrate on not asking “why” but asking how she can find meaning in her life. She honors...
2021-11-10
56 min
Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life
Susan Widlake – graduate in Russian and Bulgarian, IT and pharmaceutical auditor turned milliner
Susan Widlake studied Russian and Bulgarian at university. After that she turned to accountancy, even though she ‘didn’t really like maths that much’. She travelled a lot for her work in the finance and pharmaceutical industries, but at the weekends she would enjoy sewing projects, and even had a little travelling craft box to dip into on train journeys. Susan is settled in the UK now, and has opened her own millinery studio, creating hat designs inspired by her travels, with names to match. CreativityFound.co.ukMill House Millinery at creativityfound.co.uk
2021-09-19
31 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Interview with a Grief Psychologist
Samantha Ruth is not only a psychologist who helps those dealing with their grief, she also knows loss firsthand after her husband died unexpectedly. Her mission is to change the way the world views both grief and mental health, so people can openly speak about whatever issues they have and get the help they need without fear of judgment, labels, and repercussions. She talks with “Grieving Overdose Death” about dealing with grief from an overdose, why this grief is unique, and ways people can heal from an overdose death. One of her mottos is: “Life isn’t about wa...
2021-07-05
29 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Miranda
From an early age, Miranda loved animals. At any given time, she had as many as three cats, three dogs, five chickens, a parakeet, a horse, as well as fish and rodents. She went on to become a certified pet care technician at age 11, and a wrangler at 16. Even in these happy times, Miranda suffered from mental illness and was later diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology since she found the subject of mental health fascinating. At the young age of 25, Miranda was discovered by her parents, Jim and We...
2021-06-28
1h 07
Engineering Calmer Agencies & Consulting Firms: Calm is the New KPI
Preparing Your Business So You Can Take a Real Break with Claire Pelletreau
The point of maintenance mode is to give you time and space to take a REAL break. Not a vacation where you're checking your email or you're stuck on your laptop kind of break. But a real, genuine break.That step back can feel kinda scary. It might feel like you're standing at a precipice, trying to figure out if you'll trip and fall over the edge, or if it's just a tiny step down to a solid surface. That step means that you have to trust that the systems you've built and the team...
2021-06-08
46 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Noel
At 35, Noel was on a great path after being clean for a long time. He was in an accelerated nursing program, was a daddy to a beautiful daughter, and had everything to live for. But then COVID-19 hit, and his mom, Kathleen, feels that it had a lot to do with his relapse since he was alone and studying virtually. Isolation is not good for anyone suffering from this disease and so many more people are meeting the same fate at this time, she said. Kathleen remembers her son with the following sentiment she wrote soon after...
2021-04-10
42 min
The Conscious Leadership Revolution
Empathetic Leadership with Claire Jones
On this episode, Susan Hobson & Rob Kalwarowsky welcome Claire Jones to the show. We discuss empathetic leadership, why people are the bottom line and burnout. If you'd like to ask Rob or Susan any questions, inquire about speaking or services, or would like to advertise on the show, please email leadershiplaunchpadproject@gmail.com Follow The Leadership Launchpad Project on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-leadership-launchpad-project Connect with Claire Jones on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-jones-06355b1a8/ Connect with Susan Hobson on LinkedIn - https://www.l...
2021-04-05
46 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Mary Kate
Mary Kate loved the ‘60s: the colorful clothes, the message of peace & love, and the rock music like Pink Floyd. Her mom, Carol, said her daughter was born in the wrong decade. Everything changed when Mary Kate started losing weight and her parents found out that she had been using drugs. They were able to check Mary Kate into rehab, where she was sober for 15 months before she was found passed away in her sober-living residence when she was 22. It has been a tragic journey for Carol who has coped by reaching out and helping others. Carol sh...
2021-03-21
40 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Melody
When Melody was born, she was named for peace, love and harmony. She lit up a room with her smile and was hilarious without ever knowing she was funny. All that changed after she tried heroin and addiction took over her life. Her mom, Toni, remembers how super close they were through her teenage years and beyond. Tragically, this vibrant, beautiful young woman died at 31 in November 2019, six months after her son was born. Toni struggles with the tug of war between the joys of caring for her grandson, without having her daughter. She also struggles with grieving for...
2021-02-28
56 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Johnny (A sister's perspective)
Joanne remembers everyone liking her brother Johnny. He had the happiest and loudest laugh, and the biggest and best hugs. He was great at soccer, and track & field, and won many awards. They hung out together since they were close in age and were referred to as the favorite brother/sister combination. But all that changed when Johnny succumbed to mental illness and addiction for most of his adult life, and he died from an accidental overdose in 2018. Joanne advises others in her situation to keep moving forward and try to reach out to help others. If...
2021-02-15
23 min
Lush Life
How to Change the Way The World Drinks
If someone sends you an email inviting you to change the way the world drinks, I bet there is no way you wouldn’t take up that challenge. Our guest did receive that exact email, and three years down the line, she has!I’m Susan Schwartz, your drinking companion, and this is, Lush Life Podcast, every week we are inspired to live life one cocktail at a time.Claire Warner, co-founder of Æcorn, the non-alcoholic range of aperitifs, was working hard at Belvedere Vodka when she answered that cri de guerre because its sender was Ben...
2021-02-02
53 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Johnny (A mother's perspective)
Suzanne’s son, Johnny, suffered from addiction until she got the knock on her door she was dreading and was told the news she never wanted to hear. Her son had died from an overdose at the age of 46. Johnny’s younger years were hopeful when he was studying to be a medical doctor, but he succumbed to mental illness and addiction for most of his adult life. When Suzanne thinks of her son no longer on Earth, it is hard for her to breathe. She wants others dealing with someone in addiction to hug them and let them know...
2021-01-02
32 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Elaine
Elaine was a world traveler who had a passion for cooking, and loved all types of music from rock ‘n roll to reggae. She had her daughter, Stephanie, later in life at age 38, and they shared a very close relationship. However, Elaine was addicted to alcohol as far back as Stephanie can remember. A few months ago, the day came that Stephanie dreaded for so long when her mom passed away from her addiction. Stephanie is dealing with never hearing her mom’s voice and laugh again, never being able to hug her again, and accepting that she will neve...
2020-12-20
44 min
Stitchery Stories
Claire Fell: Machine Embroidery Artist
Claire Fell is a machine embroidery artist who believes that textile art is a haven from the harsh realities of what we call modern life! She has recently written her first book 'Machine Embroidery - Techniques and Projects' and Claire shares her story of how her 'creative outburst' came into being, and the creative adventure she enjoyed along the way. In fact Claire's whole creative career is a fascinating string of serendipity as she learnt to listen to that inner voice and take action. The strong theme running through Claire's story however is one of determination to...
2020-11-25
43 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Quincie
Quincie loved hunting and riding his motorcycle; loved his children, family and friends; and was a really good cook. But he also put his family through 10 years of heartache and pain as his addiction grew from marijuana to heroin. He passed away at the age of 31 from an accidental overdose while living in a halfway house. His mother, Jennifer, is coping with her son’s death through activism. She posts regularly about addiction on Facebook and her Twitter account (@_jennystarfish_) and was recently featured in an article on MEDPAGE TODAY entitled “Many Residential addiction Tx Centers Don’t Offer MAT, a...
2020-10-06
32 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Maddy
Maddy was a young woman of extremes—a soft, kind and gentle heart with a powerful, fierce and stubborn mind. She never quite understood the word, “No”, subsequently she could always open your mind to try and see things her way. She excelled at school, winning a partial scholarship to a university where she planned on being a lawyer. However, from an early age she fought against a smothering internal cloud of depression which led her to substance abuse. At the tender age of 20 in July 2020, she was found by police from an apparent overdose. Her father, JB, talks about...
2020-10-03
53 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Mayson
Mayson was a free spirit who was passionate about music and cooking. He was a self-taught guitar player at nine-years-old, and also learned the piano, trumpet and French horn. Even though he had a close relationship with his mother, Amanda, and his family, he had a troubled youth and was expelled from multiple schools mainly for drug use. At 22, he was living on his own, working and appeared to be doing well. However, in August 2020, Amanda received a message from a Chaplain who broke the news that her son was found deceased at his residence. She found out later...
2020-09-15
32 min
Stitchery Stories
Claire Edwards: Pushing The Boundaries Of Traditional Hand Embroidery
Today we meet Claire Edwards, who embodies her brand name of Defiant Embroidery. Claire shares her fascinating story of how she discovered her creativity and passion for hand embroidery as part of her quest to discover her third career. After an enjoyable career in the RAF and then working with young offenders, Claire suffered some setbacks that led her to going to University and discovering hand embroidery. However, Claire has decided to push the boundaries of what is thought possible with traditional hand embroidery and has started combining her beautiful sculptural hand embroidery with unusual...
2020-05-20
39 min
Stitchery Stories
Claire Mort: Powerful Pop Art in Hand Embroidery
Today we meet Claire Mort, an award-winning British textile artist who creates colourful and powerful pop art using hand embroidery. And if you read 'Be Creative With Workbox' magazine, then you will already know her from her column, 'Morts Thoughts'. Claire has an inspiring story and we discuss how opportunities come from the most extraordinary situations, and really that we need a mixture of joy and hope to carry us through the exciting adventure of life. Although we did cover some rather serious topics, we did it with humour and joy. Susan Weeks chats with...
2020-04-29
45 min
In the Balance
Anxiety Tour #6: Holistic Treatment of Anxiety with Deborah Claire Bagg
Who are we beyond the anxious thought or the anxious feeling? What is it saying to you? What is it teaching you? In the final episode in our series of anxiety, Susan talks with somatic therapist Deborah Claire Bagg about how to treat anxiety with a multidisciplinary, holistic approach. She believes in treating the whole person, not just their symptoms. This may include psychotherapy, breath work, herbal remedies, or yoga (to name a few!) and it all depends on the individual needs of the person.
2020-04-26
23 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Kevin
Kevin tried for years to free himself from his addiction but lost the battle at 41 years old in January 2019. His sister, Sherry, talks about how they stuck together like glue after suffering from abuse during their childhood. Sherry says that Kevin protected her even though he was only five years old. When Kevin felt they were finally safe, he numbed his pain from the abuse with marijuana which escalated into other drugs. Sherry tells others to be kind and show love to those in their life suffering from addiction, and help break the stigma.
2020-04-12
30 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jackson S
Jackie was expecting to celebrate her son Jackson’s 20th birthday on January 11th but instead she was called to the hospital where Jackson passed away from an accidental overdose. Jackson was an amazing kid and a gifted athlete at 6’4” and 220 lbs. He wrestled and played football throughout high school. He also loved video games, cooking, crafting, fishing and hunting. Jackie cherishes her relationship with her son and would always tell him, “I will love you forever.” Jackie says to others on this journey to “just breathe” and know there are others who are a phone call away. If you would...
2020-03-23
31 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Penn
Carol knew her son, Penn, had issues with alcohol but never imagined he had started using other substances until he passed away from an overdose in 2017. Penn grew up in a typical household in which he was an active member of the scouts, went camping with his family, and attended church. However, he was prone to panic attack and anxiety while in high school, and felt he had depression. He attended college and eventually worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant when Carol received a visit from the police that no parent ever wants to receive. Carol finds help with...
2020-03-09
45 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Josh
Annie feels like she is aimlessly just making it from one day to another after her son Josh died in January 2019 when he was 33. Ten years ago after a car accident, Josh left the emergency room with a 30 day supply of Vicodin with refills. Annie says it took only a few pills for Josh to become addicted. She describes how she went through hell during Josh’s active addiction, the ups the downs, the rehabs, the lies, and the pain. She says her families’ lives have changed forever. She plans to walk part of the Spain Pilgrimage: Camino de Santia...
2020-02-18
47 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Joseph
Joseph’s ambitions of working as an airplane mechanic were cut short after a car accident landed him in surgery where he was given pain medication. When his pain medicine prescription ran out, he searched out relief illegally. His mother, Jean, never suspected that her son had become addicted until he confessed and asked for help. It was a journey that ended when he passed away a few years later at the age of 23. Jean now helps manage a drug prevention grant for two counties to warn children about the dangers of using illegal drugs and how they can le...
2020-01-31
36 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Sean
Caitlin, 22, tried to brace herself for her dad’s (Sean) death since she knew of his addiction, but when her mom told her that her dad had died from an accidental overdose, her heart broke. Sean, 57, will never walk her down the aisle or hold his grandchildren. Caitlin has found solace by attending GRASP meetings http://grasphelp.org/m/ and talking about her dad with others to keep his memory alive. If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please contact Susan Claire at grievingoverdosedeath@gmail.com http://grievingoverdosedeath.libsyn.com/...
2019-12-23
59 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jade
In her mom Stephanie’s words, Jade was born defying convention. She lived life as an unapologetic original; and was a fiercely loyal friend and champion of her fellow woman. She loved books and detested anything that was ordinary. She was a devotee of glamour and glitter but her thousand watt smile was never outshone. Jade was 26 when she was found by her roommate after an accidental overdose leaving behind two children and a mom who is trying to find meaning in her death. If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please co...
2019-12-08
1h 15
Grieving Overdose Death
Allison
Allison told her mom, Leah, that she started using meth to help her keep up with three children, a job and everything else in her life. But then it got out of control and her mom, Leah, feels that Allison was high when she got into an accident that ended her life while driving a four-wheeler. Leah says she is in the “anger” stage and going through trauma counseling to deal with the death of her daughter and her son, Dustin, who died at four months in 1989. She recommends others use www.griefshare.com as a grief recovery support grou...
2019-12-01
43 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jillian
Throughout her addiction, Jillian wrote extensively about how she just wanted to be herself again. In a letter written in the last month of her life entitled “Who Am I”, she wanted to use her skills as a cosmetologist to help people like themselves—a feeling that eluded her. Annmarie talks about the struggles her daughter faced during the 15 years in her addiction before she died of an accidently overdose at 31. During the last year of her life, Annmarie said she knew in her heart that her daughter wasn’t going to make it. Annmarie now spends time helping others i...
2019-11-24
51 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Catherine
Catherine graduated high school at the top of her class in 2011 and, only six years later in 2017, her life was taken by an accidental overdose. She was a beautiful, intelligent, absolutely brilliant, complex human, according to her mother, Rose. Rose said she wants to share Catherine’s story and spread awareness on what can be done to prevent death in case of overdose so her daughter’s death is not in vain. She will fight for “The Good Samaritan Law”, already passed in many states, to be passed in her home state of Texas to protect individuals from prosecution at the t...
2019-11-09
40 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Steven
Steven relapsed after 18 years of sobriety after he was prescribed pain medication for lymphoma. He traveled from Oregon to Arizona for help, and to eventually move his family. He got the help he needed and was sober for 63 days. Unfortunately, he decided to use one last time and was found by police passed away sitting underneath a tree. Melissa who was married to Steven for 19 years says she is carrying out Steven’s mission to help others and to never give up hope. If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please contact Su...
2019-10-11
33 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jackson
At a very young age, Jackson found a love of music which propelled him into a career as a musician and actor. He appeared in the 2011 film “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer”, and the ABC sitcom “The Goldbergs” as Ari Caldwell. He also performed in episodes of “Modern Family” and “Arrested Development”. His music was featured in “Forever My Girl”. Jodi talks about how drugs became part of her son’s life, how he struggled to break free, and how he met his tragic end. A few days after recording Lord Lift Me Higher, Jackson, 20, was found unresponsive at a sobe...
2019-09-22
57 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Michael C
Michael C. was a spontaneous and creative person who lived his life with compassion and without judgment. In junior high school, he developed an interest in skateboarding and it became a huge part of his life. However, he also discovered alcohol and drugs, which may have helped with his anxiety but also changed his outlook on life. He progressed in his addiction until he died at 23 from an accidental overdose. His father, Jim, recalls a happy childhood with Michael, and how addiction grabbed a hold of his beautiful boy. Jim has found solace with his family, community groups, and...
2019-09-09
52 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Mitchell
Cherish fell in love with Mitchell who was tall and handsome soon after they met. There was a special bond they shared right from the start of their relationship. They moved in and were expecting a baby when Mitchell’s addiction became out of control. He tried rehab and was his old self but it didn’t last long, and he died from an accidental overdose in January 2019 after five years together. Cherish tells her story, how she is coping, and how others living through this tragedy need to sometimes live their lives hour-by-hour, or even minute-by-minute. If y...
2019-08-26
19 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Saige
Ellen’s daughter, Saige, 23, overdosed and died in an airport bathroom in 2018 waiting for an airplane to take her to a California rehab with her ticket still clutched in her hand. Addiction took over after Saige was prescribed oxycodone by her dentist after having her four wisdom teeth extracted. Ellen is working with her legislator to pass a bill for dentists to ask patients about family history of addiction and alternative pain medications before prescribing an opioid. Saige’s story will also be featured in a CBS special airing in August 2019. If you would like to tell your...
2019-08-03
45 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Michael
Vincenza’s son Michael passed away over two years ago in February 2017 from an accidental overdose when he was 27. He was the clown of the family and entertained his brother, sister and parents with the entire Monty Python script. He loved to draw, work with metal, and dreamt of traveling the country in a converted bus. Whatever he did, he was very driven and in put in his whole heart and soul. Vincenza advises others who are facing this tragedy to take one day at a time, and remember to grieve in your own time. She has found a gr...
2019-07-17
34 min
Grieving Overdose Death
Jeffrey W
Alice’s husband Jeffrey passed away in September 2017 from an accidental overdose when he was in his late 50s. They were married for over 10 years when this unexpected tragedy occurred, and has caused angry feelings between her and her husband’s family. Jeffrey loved horses, traveled all over the world, and spent over 20 years in the computer industry. Alice is trying to move on and learn to live in a world without her husband by just taking it day-by-day. If you would like to tell your story about an overdose death, please contact Susan Claire at grievingoverdosedeath@gmai...
2019-06-29
46 min