Widow We Do Now?: Recent Episodes
Anita and Mel
Widow We Do Now is a podcast created by two young widows, Anita and Mel. Through humor, authenticity, and empathy, they address topics related to grief, death, bereavement, and moving forward through the inescapable pitfalls of young widowhood. They also love cheese.
What happens to all the stories, photos, memories, and little pieces of a person after they die?
This week, Anita and Mel talk with Alex, the founder and architect of Cumulus, an online memorial platform created to give people a place to remember and celebrate the people they've lost. They talk about what memorializing someone can look like in the digital age, why the traditional obituary doesn't always tell the whole story, and how technology might help us preserve the parts of our people we never want to forget.
Alex joins Anita and Mel to talk about the idea behind Cumulus, what inspired him to create it, and the ways an online memorial can become a living collection of memories rather than simply a marker of someone's death.
Check out Cumulus for free at: https://www.cumulus.world/
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Meet Deborah Westwood, a widow whose life was forever changed by the wrongful death of her husband, Larry, following medical malpractice.
Deborah shares the devastating reality of grieving a loss that never should have happened. She talks about the heartbreak of losing Larry, the anger and unanswered questions that come with preventable tragedy, and what it means to seek accountability while carrying unimaginable grief.
Anita and Mel learn from Deb about how the legal process complicates mourning, why justice doesn't erase loss, and the "should you or shouldn't you" part of a wrongful death lawsuit for widows.
Find Deb, Larry's photography, and the document for those considering a wrongful death lawsuit "Widow 101" here: https://www.westwoodwanderlust.com
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Anita and Mel are joined by widower Aaron Simmons, who shares the story of losing his wife just six days after what was supposed to be a routine abdominoplasty, when she suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism.
Aaron describes the surreal experience of grief, saying it felt like his entire life had been turned inside out "like a sock." He talks about learning to hold gratitude alongside grief, and how that journey led to an extraordinary project: Widow, Widower, Widowest. Created from his wife's journals, artwork, and creative voice, Aaron says he wrote the book with her after she died, weaving together her words with his own experience of becoming a widower.
It's a conversation about devastating loss, enduring love, and the unexpected ways our people can continue to shape our lives after they're gone. Aaron's perspective is thoughtful, funny, and deeply moving—including his unforgettable review of grief: "Five stars. Would grieve again."
Check out Aaron's book, Widow, Widower, Widowest: A Grief Mosaic at: https://www.widowest.com
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Well, it hasn't quite been a relaxing summer, but Anita and Mel are back after life smacked both of them upside the head a few times (or knocked one of them right into the hospital). Check out this episode to get the scoop on what has happened - good, bad, and scammy! And speaking of scams, be sure to check out this episode for a quick update on current things to watch out for!
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Anita and Mel have had some crazy things happen in the last little while, so new episodes will be back up in July!
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Eileen Bellew joins Anita and Mel to talk about the sudden death of her husband, John, on January 23, 2005 also known as "Black Sunday," one of the deadliest days in FDNY history. Her husband, FDNY firefighter John Bellew, was one of six firefighters trapped in a Bronx apartment fire. The day became known as "Black Sunday" because three FDNY firefighters died in two separate fires that day.
In the years that followed, Eileen found herself navigating not only grief but also civil and criminal court proceedings, raising four children, and trying to make sense of a tragedy that became front page news of the New York Times. She later wrote the memoir After John Jumped, chronicling the experience and everything that came after.
Eileen speaks candidly about the debilitating anxiety that followed John's death and the feeling that if she could just stay vigilant enough, maybe she could prevent another disaster. As a parent, she struggled with the fear of being caught off guard again, always scanning the horizon for the next terrible thing.
She also shares an observation that many widowed parents will recognize immediately: when her children lost their father, they lost parts of their mother, too. Grief changed her capacity, her energy, and her ability to show up in the ways she once had, adding another layer of loss for the entire family.
For more info about Eileen, her book, and the future film based on John, visit: https://eileenbellew.com/
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Anita found Jess Anderson completely by accident through a comment on Threads, and what followed was one of those instant connections that feels like it was meant to happen.
Jess shares the story of loving her husband through cystic fibrosis, a double lung transplant, and the years of hope, fear, and resilience that came with chronic illness. After his death, life dealt another heartbreaking blow when her brother — also her best friend — died in a plane crash. Soon after, Jess found out she was pregnant.
As heavy as that sounds, this episode is also full of warmth, humor, love, and the unexpected ways joy keeps showing up alongside grief. Jess talks about motherhood after loss, the people who carried her through impossible moments, and the conscious choice she makes to keep choosing life.
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When you're a sober alcoholic, a divorcee, and a widow, you might know a thing or two about rebuilding your life. Jennifer Newberg joins Anita and Mel to chat about what all this looks like with honesty, humor, and zero interest in pretending healing is linear.
After the death of her husband, Jennifer eventually created widow wellness retreats through building spaces where widows can reconnect with themselves outside of survival mode. She talks about grief, recovery, community, and what happens when you stop trying to fit the “inspirational widow” mold and start figuring out what actually feels meaningful.
The conversation also takes a detour into the Salem witch trials, historical suspicion around widows, and the long history of society being uncomfortable with women who exist outside traditional roles. Turns out widows have been making people uneasy for centuries, something unfortunately still not uncommon in 2026.
If you're gonna be a widow, you might as well find others who get it - check out the retreats and offerings Jennifer has at:
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Christine Fader joins Anita and Mel from Canada to talk about the death of her husband, Michael, and the reality of living through not one but two cancer diagnoses. In 2018, Michael was diagnosed with the “good” kind of throat cancer. In 2020, he was diagnosed with a completely new and far more aggressive lung cancer. By November 2022, he was gone.
Michael’s terminal cancer was both aggressive and underfunded despite lung cancer being one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers there is. He held onto hope for new treatments as long as he could.
The episode also digs into the trauma that can exist underneath cancer care. Christine shares how Michael’s childhood trauma and later medical trauma shaped his experience as a patient, and why she is now advocating for trauma-informed cancer care and better education for doctors. With a background in speaking, teaching, and advocacy, she’s working to push conversations about cancer beyond survival rates and treatment plans to include the emotional and psychological realities patients and caregivers live through.
Find Christine at https://www.christinefader.com
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Dating is already complicated—add grief, trauma, and modern communication norms, and it becomes a whole new landscape. This week, Lauren Salaun helps Anita and Mel dig into what it actually looks like to date after loss: how to approach it as a widow, how trauma can show up in your body (yes, even your immune system), and how to figure out what you really want now.
They talk attraction vs. compatibility, must-haves vs. deal breakers, and what makes a relationship not just exciting—but sustainable. There’s also a candid look at the unspoken “rules” of dating today: who pays, who texts first, and how to end things in an era where everyone avoids direct communication.
For more on Lauren's offerings, such as the free guide to texting while dating, visit: http://laurensalaun.com
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Dorothy Kane is not a grandmother. She is a 36-year-old widow from Toronto who is just four months into life after loss. With a newborn at home and maternity leave underway, Dorothy shares what it’s like navigating fresh grief while caring for a brand-new life. She opens up about losing her husband to lupus, and the disorienting overlap of heartbreak, exhaustion, and responsibility—all while not yet knowing what returning to her role as a high school teacher will feel like.
Anita and Mel learn more from Dorothy about Canadian vs US healthcare (specifically ambulances), what it's like to be a mom to several small children while your husband is in the hospital, and if it's possible to be a grief savant. This episode contains lots of laughter, so be forewarned!
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Anita and Mel are catching up after spring break—grief, growth, and the weird ways time keeps moving whether you’re ready or not. Anita opens up about a heavy realization about her kids: the stretch of time after their dad’s death didn’t just pass—it quietly closed doors. Some of the kids missed windows where they would’ve been starting activities, playing on sports teams, and building routines… and now it feels like they’re arriving late to something nearly everyone else already knows how to do.
As far as updates and headlines: what’s going on with people's reactions to actor, widow, and newly-ish pregnant Aubrey Plaza, the latest developments in the Kouri Richins trial, and yes—an unexpected dive into clowns.
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Meet our friend Dennis. Dennis was widowed from his long-time partner Michelle, who died from ampullary adenocarcinoma - a rare, malignant tumor arising from the spot where the bile and pancreatic ducts empty into the small intestine. Dennis discusses with Anita and Mel how he and Michelle were legally set up before her death so he could make decisions in her best interest before AND after her death. Unbeknownst to Anita and Mel, Dennis has made a career change, which was prompted by a promise to Michelle. He has also repartnered, and shares about what it has been like for him and his wife.
Connect with Dennis at: https://consigcoaching.com
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Leslie Harter Berg, known for her Vids for Wids, joins Widow We Do Now to talk about the loss of her husband, Ryan, who died from arteriovenous malformations, and what life has looked like in the years since. She shares the reality of early grief, what it meant to rebuild, and how her path eventually led to remarriage — something that can feel complicated, unexpected, and even conflicting in widowhood.
Leslie brings humor into the conversation without forcing it, offering a perspective that feels both grounded and honest. She also talks about creating content specifically for widows, writing her book You’re So Strong, and the experience of being told that phrase when everything feels anything but.
Get your copy of Leslie's book, You're So Strong: On Grief And Letting Go Of My Favorite Compliment on Amazon or anywhere books are sold.
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Sara Gregerman became a widow when her platonic life partner, Joanna, died from brain cancer.
Sara is asexual. Joanna was first her best friend, then the person she built a life with—and the person she was planning to marry. Their partnership didn’t follow the usual scripts people imagine when they hear the word “widow,” but it was loving, deeply committed, and built out of years of choosing each other.
In this episode, Sara talks about how their relationship grew from friendship into a committed life partnership, what it meant to imagine a future and a marriage together, and what it’s like to grieve when your relationship doesn’t fit the categories people recognize. She also shares what it was like to move through Joanna’s illness and death when some family members—and the medical system—didn’t always see her as a partner.
Sara talks with Anita and Mel about the many kinds of widows that exist, the ways some losses fall outside the stories people expect, and why it matters for people in unconventional partnerships to know they are not alone.
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When your husband was a deeply kind and loving person who brought joy and warmth into the lives of the people around him, it goes without saying that this is the kind of person everyone needs. Katie Goetz shares with Anita and Mel how the complications of addiction came as a shock, because she didn’t know he had been struggling until he became seriously ill. The addiction had been hidden, largely because of the shame and fear he carried.
Their marriage was loving and real, which makes the story more complicated, not less. Katie talks about the experience of looking back on a relationship that was supportive and meaningful while also processing the hidden reality of addiction and the secrecy that shame can create.
Katie is also a historical researcher, which leads to a fascinating dive into widowhood across history. The conversation looks at how widows throughout history were treated in their time, the discomfort people have long had with widowed women, and the ways widows themselves have responded to those reactions.
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Julia Robinson is not here to fit in a box — and she’s definitely not here to let widowhood be reduced to a single storyline. As an AuDHD widow, mom to a non-binary child, and someone who was in an open marriage before her husband’s death, Julia brings sharp wit, self-awareness, and zero interest in changing herself to make other people comfortable.
In this episode, she talks about navigating loss while living outside conventional expectations, what it’s like when the world wants tidy explanations for complex lives, and how she’s building a life that reflects who she actually is. Julia also tackles a topic many families whisper about: the shame that can surface when an autopsy reveals substances in a loved one’s system. She speaks candidly about reducing stigma, rejecting secrecy, and refusing to let judgment compound grief.
Also featured are cats with hilariously unhinged names, honest conversations about parenting, and a very real appreciation for limited-edition energy drinks only available in South Korea.
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It's not an uncommon phrase: "I felt like I got hit by a truck." But Jessica Medlin, school principal, avid runner, and recent widow actually DID get hit by a truck. Join Jessica, Anita, and Mel as they discuss widowhood, kids, work, what it's like to wake up in the hospital with crushed body parts, the criminal justice system, and whether or not you'd want a gold or platinum-filled eyelid if you had the choice. Jessica is a wonderful, positive, and humor-filled lovely lady and we know you'll enjoy getting to know her.
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Erin Clark, the widowed creator behind How’s the Weather, joins Anita and Mel to talk about life after losing her husband, the emotional whiplash of grief, and how widowhood can shift from “I’m fine” to “I’m not okay” faster than anyone sees coming.
Together, they unpack the daily realities: navigating triggers, handling the well-meaning check-ins, and learning how to answer the simplest question—how are you?—when the truth is complicated. Erin shares how she’s rebuilt routines, identity, and hope, while still honoring what she’s lost.
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Fiona de la Mezzo joins Anita and Mel all the way from Australia to talk about life after loss, love after cancer, and what happens when you decide to date again before you’re remotely ready. After losing her husband to cancer, Fiona opens up about the strange pressure to “make memories” while someone is dying, and how that expectation can feel heavy, performative, and impossible in the middle of anticipatory grief and caretaking. She also shares what is happening after: finding herself, navigating widowhood, and stumbling into the dating world with some truly cringey, laugh-out-loud stories.
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In this episode, Anita and Mel get together to discuss current widow happenings. Anita shares one of her wildest post-widowhood adventures yet—getting asked to dance. Meanwhile, Mel dives into the growing conversation around AI awareness and what it means for regular people, independent creators, and big businesses.
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Anita and Mel are joined by guest Tina Newman for a real-talk episode on dating after widowhood—because it’s never as simple as “moving on.” They chat about how Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) can turn life upside down, what widows actually want, and how we decide what to do with our past when we start over.
This episode also gets into messy blended family stuff—stepkid issues, what happens when there’s no relationship with stepchildren after death, and the legal headaches that can come with it (yes, attorneys and all). And because this is Tina, you’ll also hear about her waxing life—because sometimes grief and dating conversations need a little humor and real-life chaos too.
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Meet our friend Kate. She's that cute friend that can fit in Anita's pocket but will pack a hefty throat punch if warranted. Kate's husband, Jeff, died by suicide at his place of work in 2024 after ingesting something called Kratom. In this episode, Kate shares what happened, what she wants people to understand about kratom, and the complex mental health struggles Jeff faced.
This is a raw conversation about what it means to be the one left behind after suicide: the shock, the guilt, the anger, the love, and the questions that can linger for years. Kate speaks with honesty about her grief, the grief of her two young children, and how she's learning to live big.
If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available. In the U.S., call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Outside the U.S., contact local emergency services or a crisis line in your country.
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Kim Walker never expected to become a widow—especially not in the middle of an ordinary day. In this episode, Kim joins Anita and Mel from Germany to share the story of losing her husband, Lee, unexpectedly just one year ago as he was on his way to work. Whether it's Formula 1 racing, traveling the world, or spending time with her dog Lando, Kim is showing up for life while carrying heavy grief. Kim also opens up about something many people don’t realize: Germany has strict—and to many, surprising—rules around ashes after cremation. You might just be amused to find out how some people work around these restrictions so they can spread or keep some of their loved ones' ashes.
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Anita never thought she’d still be standing seven years after Jason’s death—but here she is. And in a strange twist, it wasn’t grief that almost took her out—it was something else in an adventurous jaunt on New Years Eve. In this episode, Anita and Mel also talk about what they’re choosing to bring into the new year, and what they’re ready to leave behind.
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You've heard a bit of of her story in part 1 (Episode 260), and now it's time for the part where Anita and Mel find out what it's like for a medium to experience partner loss. Not only did Michelle experience partner loss - she experienced partner loss via suicide. In this episode, Michelle discusses her journey through grief, how it's affected her mediumship, and the power of "For Now".
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This episode is the prequel to the most recent happenings in the life of medium, Michelle Clare. Anita and Mel had fun while interviewing Michelle Clare, the woman who fell into mediumship after literally falling off a ladder and surviving three near-death experiences. This episode was originally released as Ep. 95 on Nov. 8, 2021. Stay tuned for next week's episode: part 2 of Michelle’s story.
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Anita and Mel discuss the 2025 holiday season, which of course includes an Austrian Krampus Festival. When you aren't sure what to do when the price of ornaments are sky high, never fear - captain Anita comes to the rescue with a brilliant solution. And, saving the best for last, please enjoy a fan favorite: the encore of Ten Tips To Survive The Holidays.
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If you are ever in need of a tale full of twists, turns, randomness, and quirky hilarity, this episode is for you. From being in foster care to finding a supportive birth mom community, having a not-so-planned surprise at Disneyland, meeting young widow friends, and being asked to go look at ethical and sustainable diamonds made in the Pacific Northwest, Marilee's story has it all. You'll love this lady and will be riveted by the soap opera that is her life.
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Mel has officially been widowed 8 years, some of Anita's kids want a new (alive) dad, grief dreams happen, Broadway and wayyyyyy off Broadway productions happen, and Anita finds herself considering joining the ranks of lighting directors everywhere. The question "would you get married again" also takes this duo down an interesting road of conversation. Join us for our online hangout this Friday - info in the Widow Wives Club under Events.
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Amber’s husband, a Gulf War veteran, died from adenocarcinoma caused by toxic exposure during his military service. Thirteen months into widowhood, Amber shares the realities of watching illness unfold, raising awareness about the long-term effects of service, and learning how to rebuild life after loss. She's even got some good widow-brain stories, plus a very lovely selection of favorite cheeses. IYKYK.
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When 29-year old Skyler woke up one day seventeen months ago, she never would have imagined her world would change so drastically. Later that day, her husband was in a head-on collision while driving his big lowboy trailer, leaving Skyler with a lot of shock, grief, and a 2 year old. With their toddler to raise and a future she never imagined facing alone, she shares with Anita and Mel what it's like to face widowhood. And, if there are any widows in the wild in central Pennsylvania, please find Skyler and hang out!
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It's Halloween week, and that time of year where listeners write in to tell Anita and Mel of their personal paranormal experiences that have happened to them since their loved ones' passing. You won't want to miss this one!
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The story of how this interview came to be has something to do with Anita's exercise regimen, Hawaii 5-0, and little bit of woo woo. Meet Scott. Scott and his wife Donna built a life in Hawaii grounded in love, music, and the spirit of aloha. When Donna was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, everything changed — but her optimism, strength, and warmth continued to guide Scott long after she was gone. Join Anita and Mel during Scott’s honest account of loss, healing, and how he is moving through grief.
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How and what are some of our former guests doing since their original interview? Today's the day to find out! Check out this episode to hear updates from:
Ep. 123 Trent Thompson
Ep. 125 Maya Glasser
Ep. 137 Jo Betz
Ep. 142 Teal Neil
Ep. 143 Connie Remetch
Ep. 157 Holly Wagg
Ep. 159 Michelle Paris
Ep. 163 Audry Henniger
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In this episode, Anita and Mel sit down with Shirley, a widow navigating life after losing her husband to addiction. She shares the raw challenges of grief, judgment, and anger—and how she’s transforming that pain into purpose. This fierce lady is on a mission to break the stigma around addiction and create space for South African women to feel seen and supported. With honesty, resilience, and confidence, she reflects on her healing journey and the power of connection in moving forward.
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Scammers are everywhere these days—and they’re sneeeeaaaakkkky. In this episode, we’re spilling 10 of the biggest signs that something’s off. You know, the romantic “too good to be true” vibes, the weird pressure to act right now, and those messages that just don’t pass the vibe check.
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Meet our friend Judy. She became a widow in 2020 after losing her husband, an anthropologist with whom she shared years of adventure, including time living in Brazil. Now an empty nester, Judy has also faced the heartbreaking loss of her newborn granddaughter and other close family members in the years since. Through the grief, she has discovered unexpected signs of connection—like finding pennies at just the right moments—that remind her love endures beyond loss. Judy’s story weaves together resilience, memory, and the ways we carry our loved ones with us no matter where life takes us.
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In this episode, Anita and Mel sit down with widowed serial entrepreneur, event planner, and former naked podium dancer, Nicky Wake, whose journey through love, loss, addiction, and recovery inspired her to create dating platforms for overlooked communities. After losing her husband and battling alcoholism, Nicky embraced sobriety and launched Sober Love—a space for sober singles to connect without judgment. From building sites WidowsFire and the app Chapter 2 to her mission of creating “a million happy endings,” Nicky shares her raw, resilient story of turning personal pain into purpose.
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When Aubrey Sirman lost her husband to the rare cancer Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE), her world changed forever. In this episode, she shares how grief reshaped her life—and how her passions have helped her move forward.
Join Anita and Mel as they talk with Aubrey about the healing power of birding and the joy (and obsession) of taking on a Big Year. Aubrey also introduces us to the worlds of Hurling and Camogie, exploring how sport, community, and nature can provide grounding in the hardest times.
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In this episode, Anita dives into the unfolding case of Kouri Richins, a Utah widow and author of a grief book for children, accused of murdering her husband, Eric. Drawing from court documents, news reports, and public statements, this epsiode unpacks the timeline, the key allegations, and the questions still surrounding the story.
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Anita and Mel check in as the end of the summer is approaching. Was Anita successful in solo parent camping with her children? What do cows have in common with both Anita and Mel? Who can whittle a clarinet reed on demand? Find all that and more in this week's episode.
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When Janelle Blessing lost her husband Zach in a tragic bike accident at 34 weeks pregnant, life took a turn she never imagined. In this episode, she shares the story of their adventurous love, the shock of sudden loss, and navigating new motherhood through grief. From mountain trails to their multiple wiener dogs (!!!), Janelle brings heart, humor, and hope to a journey no one prepares for.
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In this powerful episode, Beth Schenderlein shares her journey after losing everyone in her house. In December 2020, her husband and teenage daughter were killed in a tragic paddle board accident on the Willamette River. With honesty, grace, and humor, Beth reflects on grief, resilience, and authenticity in the aftermath of unimaginable loss. This episode may also contain discussion of cribbage, sushi, and 102 year old mothers.
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In this episode, Anita and Mel catch up after the holiday. Anita needs some help, and Mel has some unexpected connections during a rain storm.
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We asked, you answered, and we’re sharing! In this episode, Anita and Mel dive into the results of their recent widowhood survey. From surprising stats to heartfelt insights, they unpack what the widowed community had to say about grief, growth, and everything in between. You won’t want to miss what your fellow widows (and widowers) had to say.
In this episode, Anita and Mel take thoughtful stroll down memory lane, comparing the first half of their widowhood journey to the more recent happenings. As a bonus, learn about Anita's camping adventures that may involve a dump truck, a fake junkyard, an actual junkyard, and a guy named Rick.
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Father’s Day hits differently when you’re a widow—and even more so when you don’t have kids. In this episode, Anita and Mel dive into the complicated emotions that come with this holiday for everyone: from grief and exclusion to support and meaning. They also put out a call to the widowed community for their opinions on a very important matter. Extra: Anita visits the pit of Wicked and learns things.
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As an avid outdoor recreationist and medical professional, Jen Lundberg knows the value of recreation safety. Her husband, Wil, who adventured alongside Jen, was also no stranger to taking safety measures. But everything changed in an instant one day when Wil went e-skateboarding on a rail trail....with no helmet. Join Anita and Mel as they get to know more about Jen, Wil, and safety measures in these new-fangled days of electric wheeled sports.
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We're bringing back one of our most talked-about episodes: The Dating Roundtable. From modern love to dating app disasters, this unfiltered conversation between widows and widowers is as real, hilarious, and relevant now as it was when it first dropped. Join several of our widow and widower friends in this discussion about widowhood, re-partnering, dating yourself, situationships, kids....wherever you find yourself, you'll feel seen.
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Oh Joe. You've been an easter egg in episodes of yore, a care taker, coach, cake assistant, and widower. Now it's time for the world to know who you are, and why your arms are so important.
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Updates are here! Listen to find out how these previous guests are doing: Deb Nylec, Krista Waitt, Minhi England, Constance Bell, Rob Bowles, Linda Shanti McCabe, and Julie Martella!
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Would you rather a) go with Anita to an endless track meet or b) be her emotional support human as she competes on Survivor? Join Anita and Mel for a fun and light-hearted episode where the shenanigans and lore are at an all time high.
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It's the episode you all have been waiting for. The one where you ask the burning question "what do I do about this widow's fire I'm experiencing?" What is widows fire? Stay tuned to find out, and learn how Julia has started a community to help the widowed people with connection, intimacy, romance, and sex.
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Sometimes that's all you can say. You'll have to listen to learn what in the world this one's about.
please take care listening as this episode may contain content disturbing for some listeners
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Is Anna Tracie really her name? This mysterious guest and friend of the podcast reveals her true identity, a serial killer case she and her FBI team helped solve, the identities of her two deceased partners, and the case that obliterated anything else that happened to still be standing following her husband Bill's death.
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Meet Lisa. She and her husband Eric met in jr high, and the rest is history. Kids, jobs, scandal within the county leading to self-imposed exile halfway across the country, nothing out of the ordinary. But then, Eric dies. Weird dating experiences ensue that may or may not include dog pee. Get to know Lisa and her story and find out how this widow has made a comeback.
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After a years-long struggle with Behçets Syndrome, Anita's sister, Kaylyn, left behind a kind-hearted widower named Mark. Learn about what it was like for Mark and his family to live with Kaylyn's auto-immune struggles, how it is having two young widowed people now in the family, and if indeed the giant truck Mark grief-bought was helpful. Now taking applications for Mark to meet new friends: email widowwedonow@gmail.com
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Does Costco stock future husbands? In the case of Erica Hansen, the answer is yes! Erica is a native of Salt Lake City, Utah, loves musical theater, singing, and Patsy Cline....but she does not love that she lost her amazing husband a year and a half after they were married. She also does not love that she was diagnosed with breast cancer after she became a widow. But even though she's been living in the worst of it, she shares her message of hope and light in her new book (with featured original songs!)
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By now, you've probably heard of ketamine as a possible therapy for trauma, but what is it? Is it from the streets? A lab? How is it used? Does it really work? Do you pee your pants if you use it? Join therapist Carolyn Recksiek from Anew Therapy as Anita and Mel learn what it is and if it can help with trauma recovery.
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Meet Nick. By day, he's a dad, CPA, and disc golf aficionado. By night...ok lets be honest... 24/7 he's all that AND a widower. After losing his wife to a blood infection five days after the birth of their second child, Nick found himself in uncharted territory. Check out his story, and learn about the serendipitous way he was connected to Anita and Mel.
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The lore is strong with Vera, and you won't want to miss her story. Although a variety of entertaining topics from Siegfried and Roy to camel milk may have been discussed, this naturpathic doctor who joined the widow ranks has much to impart. Vera explains what and how pharmacogenetic testing is and can do, how to baby step through the first horrific times of fresh widowhood, and why you should think twice about owning half-wild animals.
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Molly Peacock is a poet, writer, widow, and super fun lady all the way around. There are too many amazing things about her to encapsulate in a few sentences, but check out this interview with Anita and Mel as they learn about her life, her life after death by melanoma, and about how her words have helped heal others.
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The title says it all: you're a widowed parent, you want to date, but it's not always met with excitement from your kids who have also lost their parent. Delve into this topic with Anita and Mel and learn six ways to facilitate communication with kids about the parent dating again.
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Meet Eileen. She and her husband Mike had a lovely life. They were childfree by choice, looking forward to their golden years together, and having fun riding bikes together...except when one bike excursion didn't turn out so well. Join Anita and Mel as they learn about Eileen's story and touch on topics of helmets, drivers with dementia, and Eileen's next steps on her journey.
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Dr. Kimberly Hubenette isn't just an adventurous lady who loves helping others. She's also a widow. Join Mel and Anita as they uncover the mysteries of RV black water, oral hygiene, what it was like to be married to a survivor of a double lung transplant, and how this busy lady has found strength and energy to continue on without her person.
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Autumn is 22. Autumn is a widow, or, as we lovingly have termed it "un-wedow". Autumn and Ian were together for six years and planning on spending the rest of their lives together, but Ian's epilepsy proved to only make that come true for his length of life. Join Anita and Mel as they get to know Autumn and Ian, and what in the world the "Ian Bus" is.
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Anita and Mel are back together again, catching up on current happenings, looking back at the year, and hyperfocusing on JNCO jeans.
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From Texas to New York, Melisa has had quite the journey. All we can say is the Holmes Rahe Stress Index score is strong with this one. Find out more about Melisa's widowhood story, what Craigslist has to do with it, and what this lovely human is doing to help others while moving forward.
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What do baby elephants and sourdough bread have to do with this widow's journey? Terri Huston shares with Anita and Mel what the last two years have brought for her and her family after her husband died from the results of substance addiction. This episode contains the complexities of addiction and death, please be advised.
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After almost 5 years of turmoil, dissatisfaction, and an unwavering distaste for the comic sans font, the unthinkable has happened: Anita found the perfect solution for Jason's headstone. The magical piece that made this miracle happen is named Drew Bott. Drew is an artist that works with families to help get the perfect monument customized for those who are searching to create something to memorialize the most memorable of loved ones.
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When your husband dies after you've been married six weeks, you lose your job, and can't find your sanity, what do you do? If your name is Cyndi Francois, the answer is to get some space by spending ten months in a tent around the country. Check out this interview with Anita and Mel and learn more about the journey of this amazing widow.
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She's BAAAAAACK! Linda, the psychologist, grief and eating disorder therapist, art coach, and widow is back with Anita and Mel discussing WTF is going on with grief and the gut, diets, disordered eating after trauma, healing, and even her new "Grief Theory Cheese Rating Scale". Not sure what that is? Take a listen and find out!
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The fact that Kelli Grace is alive and hasn't yet died of a broken heart is really a miracle, and you'll see why after you listen to her story. Another miracle is that she is finding ways to force herself to keep going. This widow is unstoppable, even when her entire life and family as she knew it was destroyed.
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Meet Indira Rosenthal: a human rights lawyer living in Tasmania whose wife Jan, also a human rights lawyer, died from cancer. Indira talks to Anita and Mel about life down under, life with her wife, and life after partner loss.
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It's been....how long? Five years since Widow We Do Now has been a thing? Anita and Mel are stunned, not only that they've survived widowhood thus far, but that there have been so many wonderful, funny, crazy, and shocking moments along the way. Join them for their behind the scenes stories of the last 5 years.
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Shortly before this 28 year old mom of a toddler became a widow, her dad died by suicide. She's no stranger to shocking and sudden loss, and the myriad of feelings that accompany life after death. Following her husband's tragic accident while on duty with the Army Reserves, she puts her strength into helping others, and helping herself not fall victim to victim mentality.
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When you're a 14 year old whose mom died, then as an adult you become a widower, you might have some perspective on death. Or maybe you are just muddling through, trying to parent your own child and keep them afloat. Either way, TJ Kingsbury has insight into what it's like to be in multiple paradigms. Check out his conversation with Anita and Mel.
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Amy Pickett-Williams and Anita have something in common that's surprisingly not grief-related. But these small, prickly things are what ultimately led Amy, who is a grief therapist and integrative somatic trauma therapist, on her journey to help the world find tools for healing.
The LIGHT Movement (Love in Grief, Held Together) was started by a group of volunteers in the fall of 2023, with the intention to let those grieving know that they are not alone. For resources, volunteer opportunities, training, continuing ed credits for professionals, workshops, and solstice events, visit http://www.lightmovement.org
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It's another round of listener submissions with tales of in-laws, outlaws, and everything in between. Join Anita and Mel for the ride!
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Kimmie is rad. Her husband Mike was also rad. But not all situations in marriage are smooth sailing. Between diagnoses of autism, OCD, and ADHD, life could be unpredictable. Add to the mix that Mike suddenly died, and you come out with a lot of complex feelings and situations. Kimmie shares her story of partnership, death, healing, health, parenting a transgender teen, and of course, cheese.
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Anita and Mel have had quite the stories to tell in the past few weeks. Join them to learn what in the world a squirrel bag is, and if Mel ever returned from Indiana/Illinois/India.
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In this episode, we travel (via google) to the South Pacific islands, Asia, Ghana, New Orleans, and more. What does fermented banana soup have to do with death? What fantasy coffin would you design? Join Anita and Mel to find out in this week's episode.
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Whether it's repartnering, getting started managing how to tackle your deceased partner's belongings, or navigating how in-law relationships change post partner death, Rachel Kodanaz has done it all. Check out her resources at:
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How's summer going? Anita and Mel do a summer check in which may or may not include suggestions of a reality dating show featuring Anita.
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Meet Jennifer. Jennifer is from Indiana, had cancer in her youth, volunteered at cancer camp as an adult, and met her husband who also had cancer in his youth. She shares their story of their time together, which has gone beyond his recent death. Content warning: giant photos of faces on sticks, Larry Bird, and French Lick....
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Travel nurse, skier, flight nurse, wife, caretaker, widow, sailor....these are just some of the things that make Gia Benoit who she is. Gia shares the story of the life she had with her husband after his high spinal cord injury and poses the question, "we can survive anything, but to what detriment?" Check out her real and honest story in this episode with Anita and Mel.
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When you're a therapist that works with children and parents facing grief and anxiety, you probably have some tools and insight to share. Anita and Mel have determined this is the case for their guest, Joanne Doucette, and are excited to share this interview with the world!
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Can you imagine what it's like to be 31, you have been a caretaker for your husband diagnosed with ALS, and alre already a widow? Where do you go from there? Sheila Clemenson tells her story of love, death, table dancing, and repartnering with Anita and Mel. Check her out, as well as her book Over The Rainbow: From The Depths of Grief to Hope, found anywhere books are sold.
https://www.amazon.com/Over-Rainbow-Depths-Grief-Hope/dp/B0CKGT45MT
https://sheilaclemenson.com/
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Judy Condie is very distinguished. As this Brit lost her husband, her mom, and her dog with months of each other, she faced a future of uncertainty. Armed with the will to carry on and ride the waves of grief, Judy tells Anita and Mel of her solo travels around Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, and South Africa after her husband's death from colorectal cancer.
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Who is Rebecca DiTore? Is she a rapper? A widow? Both? Get to know this amazing human who has experience in partner death by brain tumor, parenting two small kids, and repartnering in her quest to move forward in this thing called life.
Look for Rebecca's book starting in May called "I'd Still Choose You" wherever books are sold.
To learn more about how Rebecca is helping children who have lost a parent have moments of joy, check out her foundation:
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Detective Anita is at it again with this second installment of her investigative work. What do four-eyed dogs, catacombs, and freeze driers have in common? Check out this weeks episode to find out!
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Nicole became a mother at 18 to a beautiful baby boy who also happened to have Downs Syndrome. She eventually met her future husband, and father to another amazing boy with Downs Syndrome, and they were living life to the fullest. And then, Nicole's husband died. Listen to her story in this interview with Anita and Mel.
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You asked for it, and here it is! Anita and Mel read listener submissions of in-laws gone wild! Enjoy!
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This episode contains discussion of suicide, mental illness, and substance abuse and may not be suitable for some listeners
Jenn Vriend. Is she a widow? She isn't sure, but Anita and Mel use the widow index scale to assess. Jenn is a child psychologist, mom to a great kid, and a survivor of partner suicide. Twice. Check out this discussion with the trio of trauma to hear validating stories, psychologist advice, and shenanigans. Anita and Mel are excited about their new "Vriendship" with Jenn, and can't wait for you to meet her too.
Listen to Jenn's podcast, The Coping Toolbox: A Child Psych Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coping-toolbox-a-child-psych-podcast/id1553993639
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Anita has gone full Sherlock Holmes with research into why we do what we do regarding death and burial traditions. Is she committed to whistleblowing the funeral industry in the US? Yes, yes she is. Check out her findings on this episode and let us know what you think!
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Cancer, squirt gun and spooky funeral shenanigans, kids, moving from the country to somewhere closer to a Target....these are just some of the topics Anita and Mel learn about their new friend Sari Overby. Check out the interview to learn how this widow is making it through life, one step at a time.
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Rosie is widowed AF, thanks to the day her husband went missing while diving in the English Channel. She's also got some kids, an alive husband who has also been widowed, and a podcast. Check out Rosie's chat with Anita and Mel, and her pocast, "Widowed AF" which is available all the places podcasts are found.
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Jess and Justin were happily married with a 3 day old baby when a one-in-infinity chance situation changed things forever. The events of Jess's experience are so wild, you'd never think this could happen in real life. Sadly, it is real life, but Jess's story of what happened and continues to happen beyond that day is one of resilience. Check out what this remarried widow has to say in her conversation with Anita and Mel.
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What do you do when you are a widow, a writer, and you want to tell stories about other widows who just happen to have been the partners of actual rock stars? Well, that's what Lori Tucker-Sullivan has done in her book "I Can't Remember If I Cried: Rock Widows on Life, Love, and Legacy." Join Anita and Mel as they learn more about Lori, her story, and how she's telling the stories of other widows. Among those interviewed in Lori's book are:
Judy VanZant who, after losing husband Ronnie of Lynryd Skynyrd, sued the re-formed band in order to protect her interests.
Sandy Chapin, widow of Harry Chapin, who has worked tirelessly to uphold Harry's significant legacy around activism and hunger prevention.
Crystal Zevon, the ex-wife of Warren Zevon, who provides details of her abusive relationship with Warren and how she resolved her anger and grief.
Jamie Weiland, widow of Stone Temple Pilots' Scott Weiland, speaking openly of Scott's mental illness, which at times kept him housebound for days.
Janna Leblanc, widow of Stevie Ray Vaughn, who shares the details of her visits with Stevie in rehab.
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Anita and Mel experience close death tragedy. In January. Again. It truly is bizarre how their lives are intertwined with personal death, so settle in for another wild ride.
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Did someone say it's already 2024? Join Anita and Mel in this top of the year discussion. Anita reflects on 5 years of widowhood, and Mel, almost 6.5.
Join Anita and Mel as they interview match support specialist Rachal Milford from Big Brothers Big Sisters. From volunteering as a mentor to enrolling kids in this amazing program, there are many options for how we can all help each other along the path of life.
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The internet says Finland is one of the happiest countries in the world , but is it really true? And what if you've sustained a huge loss, perhaps as huge as losing your partner? What about mental health in a geographical area that is dark most of the time during the long winter months? Join Anita and Mel as they talk with Eline Kärki, widowed mom, lover of many cheeses, and all-around great gal.
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How do you continue to honor the memory of your person while still moving forward through life? Anita and Mel share examples from their widowed friends, then discuss holidays for those who have families vs those who are lone wolves.
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When someone has experienced divorce, infertility, childlessness, and widowhood by the age of 32, they might think their life is over. But not for Rosaline Orwa. Since then, she has been fighting for the rights of widows and orphans through making change in policy and education. She has been an advocate to stop the abuse of widows in the forms of literacy, education, community, and speaking up about many African communities' tradition of inheritance and cleansing - the cleansing ritual is an extremely humiliating exercise where any villager is randomly picked and paid to sleep with a widow without any form of protection in order to 'cleanse off death'.
Rosaline is founder and director of the RONA Foundation for empowerment of widows. To learn more, visit https://www.ronafoundation.co.ke/
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Widow coaching, dating groups, widow finances....many of our fellow widows have businesses that cater to widows. What's your opinion?
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Oh Melissa. WTF. We don't know why your life story is what it is, but the hits just keep on coming. The other thing that keeps on keepin' on is our awe of what you do with each tragedy. Listeners, gear up for part 2 of Melissa's story that none of us knew would happen when we recorded part 1, three years prior (Episode 38).
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Join Anita and Mel as they read submissions from listeners about their paranormal experiences from their deceased partners.
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Kittenfishing, Caspering, Fielding, Cuffing....what?! Play the "guess that term" game with Mel and Anita and learn what in the actual hell is going on with current dating terms.
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There is a lovely, kind, gem-of-a-human in the world who makes teddy bears from loved one's clothes, and that person is Carrie Pike. Join Anita and Mel as they learn more about her story, process, empathy, and about how that is just the jumping off point of her journey as a healer to the world.
Carrie Bears:
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Widower Jarie Bolander is an introvert, but you wouldn't know it. Committed to helping others who have experienced partner loss, he is also on a mission to build better men. Jarie talks to Anita and Mel about his struggles with alcohol and grief, his love of espresso, and his book, Ride or Die.
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Always a tricky topic, religion can get even more complex after losing a partner to death. Anita and Mel read listener-submitted accounts of how or if their religious beliefs have changed since the time of their person's death.
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Dr. Lenore Matthew is a doctor of social work who has worked for the UN and lived all over the world. She loves reading data sets, scholarly research, and all things evidence-based. When her husband died by suicide without warning, her intuitive and mediumship abilities came to the surface. How does a researcher based in fact and scientific theory also make room for the spiritual side of things? Anita and Mel ask all the questions to find out how Lenore helps herself and others with this unique set of skills.
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What do you do when your kids are vehemently opposed to you even thinking about dating? What do you do when your kids were so young when their parent died that they ask you for a "new one"? What do you do if you're a parent trying to determine what's best for you and also best for your kids? Does anyone even know anyway? Anita real-time discusses this with Mel as her brain is starting to open up and process her options.
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What do you do when your kids are vehemently opposed to you even thinking about dating? What do you do when your kids were so young when their parent died that they ask you for a "new one"? What do you do if you're a parent trying to determine what's best for you and also best for your kids? Does anyone even know anyway? Anita real-time discusses this with Mel as her brain is starting to open up and process her options.
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This episode contains good, bad, and funny stories. Listen at your own risk! Anita and Mel share summer stories, which may or may not include discussions of a tuba.
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This episode is mind-blowing, in a protein-folding sorta way. Anita and Mel interview the amazing Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor. She is an associate professor of psychology at the University of Arizona, where she directs the Grief, Loss and Social Stress (GLASS) Lab, which investigates the effects of grief on the brain and the body. In addition to being on the forefront of research, she's one lovely, lighthearted, and joyous lady. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mary-Frances' website:
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"Ewell" love our new friend Abby. From Virginia, this lovely human is in the middle of widowhood and shares the story of her husband's sudden-death-from-blunt-force-trauma with Anita and Mel. Check out Abby's book
To check out Abby's book, WTF: Widow Moving Forward, visit any online book store, or click below.
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Abby's IG: @wtfbyabby
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Meet Kari, a 32-widowed mom of Sloan, the cutest baby of ever who is also a medically complex child. Join Anita and Mel as they get to know more about Kari, and how she is taking it one step at a time after becoming widowed.
Content Warning: this episode contains the topic of suicide, please take care while listening if you are in a vulnerable headspace
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Anita and Mel delve into the rarely-talked-about-in-public topic of: in-laws. The scope and spectrum of experience among young widows is wide with this one, but is a hot topic. Anita is stoked. Mel is terrified, but copes by wearing cat leggings. This is a replay of Ep. 39 from Oct. 2020
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this is a replay from July 4, 2022
Whether you've had a dream about your person, you didn't have a dream about your person, or your person was ignoring/speaking to/interacting with you in the dream, we often seek their meaning. Some of these are distressing, some are comforting, the results run the gamut. Dr. Joshua Black holds a MA and PhD in Psychology. He is a grief researcher, speaker, consultant, and host of the Grief Dreams Podcast. His work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss.. As one of the leading academic experts in grief dreams, which can be dreams of the deceased, Joshua has directed his efforts on raising awareness about this fascinating phenomenon through media interviews, including PBS Next Avenue, CBC News, and Toronto Sun, in addition to speaking engagements and workshops.
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"I'm sorry. There were no survivors." Nancy Saltzman tried to absorb the caller's words. Her entire family had perished in a small plane crash. The caller was wrong, though. There was a survivor—Nancy would have to go on living. She had beaten cancer twice, but how could even the most resilient spirit live through this ultimate loss? Join Anita and Mel as they get to know this resiliently radical widow.
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On April 16, 2009, Kim Hamer watched her 44-year-old husband take his last breath. During his illness and after his death, she was amazed and humbled by the creative and thoughtful ways their friends, family, and co-workers supported them. Kim started calling these kind actions “acts of love.”
At work, she noticed how most managers are ill-prepared to support an employee (and their team) dealing with cancer, loss, or depression. She set out to change that. Kim now combines her personal experience with her knowledge as an HR professional and trainer and offers coaching and training programs that show managers and c-suite executives exactly what to say and what to do when a team is in crisis. Her unique strategies offer managers clear ways to provide empathy while simultaneously driving productivity.
Kim is the author of 100 Acts of Love: A Girlfriend's Guide to Loving Your Friend through Cancer or Loss, a must-have guide for anyone who has a colleague, employee, or friend dealing with cancer, loss, or depression. The book is filled with 100 simple and effective ways to support a person in crisis.
Kim is also a sought-after speaker and HR consultant. She lives in LA and tries not to bother her three relatively well-behaved young adult children.
To get Kim's book, go to: https://www.100actsoflove.com
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Join Anita and Mel for a discussion on current happenings, reflections about pre-widowhood, and the trajectories they and other widows are on.
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Tiffany Skelton's story is a lot. Her husband suffered from long-term mental illnesses as they both parented their six children. Tiffany knows what it's like to become a widow from suicide, but that's not where her story ends. After becoming a widow, Tiffany experienced sexual assault as she was trying to date post-loss. Since then, she has learned a lot about herself, grief, and things to keep in mind while staying safe as a woman on the planet. She is on a mission to share her story in the hopes that it helps prevent things like this happening to someone else.
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As grievers, we experience different forms of living (think Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs for you psychology lovers out there). What does it mean to survive, to thrive, and what is possible? Anita and Mel discuss.
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Audry Henniger is rad. She lives in a forest in a log cabin, works for the greater good of humanity (aka Dogs!), and is a widow who is taking action to improve available rescue equipment for first responders to help those who get lost or hurt in the backcountry. Audry shares her story of how she lost her husband due to a kayak accident and how she is taking steps to help others as she navigates widowhood.
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Everyone, meet Jan. Marathon runner, director, widow of 10 years, and all-around awesome person are some of the things you might find on her resume. Anita and Mel spend time getting to know Jan and learn why it's important to enjoy the blueberries.
Check out the writings of Joe Seeley: https://www.joesblasts.com/store/p1/Joe%27s_Blasts_Book.html
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Should you share your life and widowhood experience publicly? Should you not? Should you make 133 grilled cheese sandwiches and hunker down in a cave and avoid the world? Anita and Mel discuss the ins and outs of sharing grief and widowhood publicy vs being private.
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Heather Fritz is pretty rad. She's not only an educator and converter of a school bus into a tiny home, but is also a survivor of partner loss to suicide. Join Anita and Mel as they learn more about Heather's story.
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@adventureawaitsheather
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When you've been widowed for 19 years, you know things. When you're Michelle Paris, you know things, help others, and learn now to live your best life. Michelle has used her life experiences to write a novel about a widow named Emily, and spoiler alert: it has a happy ending. Anita and Mel enjoyed interviewing this lovely lady and are excited for listeners to get to know her.
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The title describes it all, and that's all you need to know.
But if you want to know more, Berkley has been widowed twice, plus her family has been through hell and back with things like (WARNING) rape, drug use. Berkley helps others through their own shit show, and she is an inspiration to all humans everywhere.
CONTENT WARNING: rape, drug use
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What's it like when you adopt two children as a young, married, same-sex couple in Canada, have one biological child, your wife dies of Leukemia, you remarry and have an alive husband who comes with five kids, you're technically a grandma, now you're a step-grandma, and you're only 45? Holly Wagg is here to tell you. Anita and Mel loved interviewing Holly and hearing her wild story!
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Anita and Mel are overwhelmed, are you? How do we navigate regular life on top of specific widowhood related stress? Join them in this conversation.
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Have you ever wondered what "Death With Dignity" is? Anita and Mel interview fellow widow and excellent human, Adeline Grenier, whose husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer as she was pregnant with their third child. Adeline explains Death With Dignity and the experience she's had before, during, and after her husbands death. Spoiler alert: she loves cheese!!
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Anita and Mel chat with fellow young widow podcasters Christina and Meghan of the Full Cup Club Podcast. Whether it's knowing if you want to date, knowing if you're ready to date, or knowing to dating safely, there's something in this conversation for everyone. And, cheese discussions.
Check out Christina and Meghan here:
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Widowhood can make anyone take a hit in the confidence department. Join Anita and Mel in this widowsode about losing, gaining, and finding confidence.
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As you can tell from the title of this episode, the topic this week is a tough, yet important one. Content warning: drug use and drug abuse. Cerina lost her husband Tyler to what she thought was a heroin overdose, but later found out the only drug found in his system was fentanyl. Tyler did not know he took fentanyl, and unfortunately, this is not an uncommon story in the US, and has taken the lives of many unknowing victims for years, especially from 2015 forward. Cerina bravely shares her story, as well as important information we all need to be aware of regarding the huge problem fentanyl has become.
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Anita and Mel interview Jen Zwinck, an amazing widow with her own podcast. Jen and her husband were minding their business, living their dual-optometrist lives in New Orleans, when one night after a party, her husband went missing and Jen's life immediately turned into a true crime absolute nightmare. Learn how this resilient human and her daughter coped during their most traumatic times, and how Jen is helping others.
Jen has a ton of resources for widows, and you can find her podcast, dating course, widow squad membership, and more at:
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IG: @widow_180
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At the time of this recording, Mel has been widowed about 5 years and Anita 4 years. Join them in their discussion on how their grief has changed over the years.
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Meet our mysterious guest, the widow who is also the host of the Dating After Death podcast. Hear her story and learn of some dating advice for grievers. Follow her on IG at @datingafterdeath and check out her podcast!
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What do Regis and Kelly, sailboats, and widowhood have in common? Listen to this week's episode about Kevin Ferrie and you'll find out him, his rad wife Steph, and other facts as Anita and Mel get to know him.
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Join Anita and Mel as they hear updates from the following past guests:
Ep. 29: Ashley Garbe Smith
Ep. 51: Erin Posik
Ep. 55 Christine Anderson
Ep. 56: Lauren Lentz
Ep. 57: Shannon Helm
Ep. 58: Kirsten Robinson
Ep. 60: Melissa Pierce
Ep. 63: Kirsten Stromberg
Ep. 66: Peter Rukavina
Ep. 68: Sarah Shellenberger
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This week's episode features awkward stories submitted by our listeners, and includes a special story at the end. You won't want to miss this episode!
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Tina and her husband Jamie had a great life and then BAM. You know what that means. But what you don't know is that Tina has some pretty great tools under her belt that she's used to help other widows find their way through their own sticky and rough situations.
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Dr. Lisa Schulman is a neurologist, professor, researcher, and widow. She is director of the University of Maryland Movement Disorders Center and is a neurologist specializing in Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. Anita and Mel ask her why our brains are so scrambled after becoming widows, and Dr. Schulman HAS THE ANSWERS! (Hint: you're not crazy)
Find Dr. Schulman's book on amazon:
Before and After Loss: A Neurologist's Perspective on Loss, Grief, and Our Brain (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) https://amzn.to/3B8Eb9K
Check out Dr. Schulman's research on how loss can be an emotional traumatic brain injury:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7774817/
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This is a replay of episode 95.5 from November, 2021. We need as much encouragement during the holidays as we can get, right?
The name of this episode says it all. How do grievers handle the approaching holidays? What are the rules? What's the wrong answer? Who's in charge here? Is it good, bad, ugly? Join Anita and Mel in the discussion.
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Connie Remetch is our new aunt. She has been widowed twice, is a licensed mental health counselor, likes to have fun, and has been dealing with traumatic loss from the time she was a teenager. She knows the things and has lived the things. Check out her story, and also join in the conversation about guilt and if that's actually what it is. Aunt Connie also includes many helpful tips and ideas for how to navigate the bullshit of the brain.
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You know you're gonna want to hear the story of this British-born teal-haired bass-playing widower: the artist formerly known as Neil Hooper. Join Anita and Mel in this fun, real, and honest conversation.
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Daughter of a legit rocket scientist, former attorney, self-proclaimed introvert, author, widow, and awesome lady Debbie Weiss sat down with Anita and Mel and shared her story of love, moving forward, and repartnering.
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You may be wondering what the title of this episode is about and who Trina is. Well, all we'll say is that if you want to hear this fun-loving lady tell her story that involves pink slippers, someone named Weener, and a good dead husband story or two, you'll want to listen to this episode.
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What do glass blowing, Netflix, tiger jogging suits, and widowhood have in common? Well, the common factor here is the glorious Minhi England, who you may have seen on season 3 of the Netflix series: Blown Away. Minhi is the sh** and we know you'll love her!
Meet Jazzy Olivo: she is Aries, she is Dominican, she is music, she is the terror of the streets on rollerblades, and she is living the widowed life. Jazzy shares the story of her boyfriend, Courtney, their magic, their music, and life after his death.
Follow Jazzy on all the things:
tiktok: @jazzyolivomusic
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YouTube https://youtube.com/c/JazzyOlivoMusic
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Meet Aussie Jo Betz. Jo is from the land down under, is a mom, and a widow. Jo helps guide other widows along the path of grief and life, and is truly a gift to the world. Join Anita and Mel in the conversation and see why Jo has resting smile face.
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Do not cross Nikki. You will not win. She knows all the spells Harry Potter knows, she teaches middle school children, she's Mel's bodyguard, AND she's a widow (and obviously head of the widow mafia.). Join Anita and Mel as they get to know more about Nikki and her story.
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Do not cross Nikki. You will not win. She knows all the spells Harry Potter knows, she teaches middle school children, she's Mel's bodyguard, AND she's a widow (and obviously head of the widow mafia.). Join Anita and Mel as they get to know more about Nikki and her story.
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She's our auntie and now she's yours too. She's none other than surfer, gardener, jazzerciser, realtor, kind human, and widow: Marie Hoffman. Join Anita and Mel as they learn how Marie has been reconstructing her life in a beautiful way post loss.
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Meet Gina Farr, the loveliest of the lovelies. Gina opened up to Anita and Mel about her widowhood journey due to something nobody, even closest family members, ever saw coming: her husband's death by suicide. Join the conversation and learn how Gina has been coping, moving forward, grieving, and continuing to be a light for so many in the world.
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Ashley Olivia Nelson has been through it....twice. Losing two partners has been no small hill to climb, however, she is making big change by helping others on their grief journey. Check out Ashley and her resources:
IG: @learningaboutgrief
http://www.learningaboutgrief.com
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When you're driving across the country on vacation and your husband dies, it's not cool. When you take the pain and turn it into something to help others....well, that's Clarissa Moll. Join Anita and Mel while Clarissa Explains It All (see what we did there?) ;)
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Matt Logelin became a dad and a widower on the same day. He's also had some time and experience since then, and has since repartnered, added more kids to his family, and written a book that was then turned into the movie "Fatherhood" starring Kevin Hart. Join Anita and Mel as they learn all the things.
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Sade Ariyo is a joyful, authentic, multi-cultural, amazing human. Annnnd....you guessed it, she's a widow! At almost eleven years out from the death of her husband, Sade shares her laughter and wisdom with Anita and Mel.
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Join several of our widow and widower friends in this discussion about their dating experiences and advice.
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Amy Neel is one of the great humans on the planet who also happens to have had many not-so-great circumstances in her life. Amy is open about her complicated marriage and widowhood journey, and is here to help others in similar situations know they are not alone.
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So you're minding your own business, living in your home country of Scotland enjoying your early 30's, eating cheddar, and all of the sudden your husband dies while out for a bike ride. That's what Sam, a widow of 8 months, shares with Anita and Mel, as well as how a famous comedian honored her husband, Liam.
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Whether you've had a dream about your person, you didn't have a dream about your person, or your person was ignoring/speaking to/interacting with you in the dream, we often seek their meaning. Some of these are distressing, some are comforting, the results run the gamut. Dr. Joshua Black holds a MA and PhD in Psychology. He is a grief researcher, speaker, consultant, and host of the Grief Dreams Podcast. His work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss.. As one of the leading academic experts in grief dreams, which can be dreams of the deceased, Joshua has directed his efforts on raising awareness about this fascinating phenomenon through media interviews, including PBS Next Avenue, CBC News, and Toronto Sun, in addition to speaking engagements and workshops.
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Rabbi Maya Glasser is 32, super cool, and....a widow. At the time of recording, Maya is 8 months out from her husband, Jake's, death, and tells Anita and Mel what it's like to be in a position of leadership while grieving.
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Ms. V, otherwise known as Vioree Brandon-Nettlesford, has gone through the wringer. Seriously, she has been through ALL THE THINGS . Anita and Mel want to find out how she is not only still standing, but thriving. Ms. V tells her story and provides a real, and hopeful outlook.
For more info about her book, coaching, and more, check out:
www.vioreebrandon.com
Socials: @iamvioree
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Meet Trent Thompson, a trans man, new father, and widower. Trent is no stranger to living through difficult situations, and tells Anita and Mel the story of his late wife, Sara, their journey with infertility, and what led Trent to continue to pursue adding a new baby to the family. There may also be anecdotes of first dates involving headstones portraying jugglers.
Trent’s blog: http://www.upendedlife.com/
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Amy's life is well-suited for long-form tv series full of ups, downs, magical moments, tragedy, roller skates, pottery, and more. When Amy lost her wife, Jay, to stomach cancer, she became a solo parent, unbecame a caregiver to a terminally ill spouse, and joined the ranks of widowhood. Amy tells Anita and Mel her story and what led her to get her sparkle back.
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Helen..er..quack...Lou....Klosson is a widow. She has survived many things, and widowhood is only just a part of her story. Join the conversation and get to know this funny, fabulous, widow full of quackery!
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Julie Martella never imagined herself becoming a farmer, but when her husband died on her (literally - ON her), she had to make a choice about the farm. This dynamic, hopefully widow is full of spunk, life, and laughs, and we know you'll love her too!
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What do you do when you move from the US to Canada, get married, and your husband is in the film industry and then dies? Jen Hoffmeister, of The Now What Pod, is here to discuss the ins and outs with Anita and Mel.
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Lisa Ramelow recently finished a successful 27-year run in the restaurant business. She served up Italian food, and always joked that she was “cheating” because she is not Italian and she cannot cook. She's also a rocket scientist. And....a widow. Lisa was widowed in the 90's when there was no internet and the only support groups were widows in their 80's. Lisa tells Anita and Mel how she has fared over the last three decades and how she has found peace and joy in her life.
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This special edition episode is a very special widow from Kenya named Christine. Christine shares her story of strength and resilience while facing many opposing factors that can be common in many 3rd world countries.
To learn more about Nyanam International, visit www.nyanam.org and follow them in IG at @nyanam.intl
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Meet Rebecca Johnson, a delightful young widow from North Carolina who has been surviving widowhood, kicking her own cancer's butt, and who has a good story or two about her dating life.
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Gary Andrews, aka @garyscribbler on IG, is an illustrator, director, fight scene specialist, and....WIDOWER. Gary hails from the UK and tells Anita and Mel his story of resilience, hope, sorrow, and what lies next.
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What's it like when your husband dies in a motorcycle accident, you want to medically retrieve his sperm before embalming but don't have required paperwork (?!), your mom dies 4 months later, and then you have a baby with a different guy with the same name as your late husband? Camille is here to tell us. This gem of a human shares her story with Anita and Mel and offers much wisdom to listeners everywhere.
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Anita and Mel interview Kelley Ford who has been widowed about 2 years and lives in Pennsylvania. They discuss philosophical topics such as "why do many widows suddenly become obsessed with plants?" and "what is it like to be in court a week after your husband dies?"
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What do the devil, a chicken, and ALS have in common? You'll find out when you hear Lisa's story. This lady is fun, inspirational, funny, and has been in the widowhood club for about 2 years. Listen to her episode, then follow her on her own show http://thelisashowpodcast.com
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Anita and Mel give the report post-Camp Widow Tampa. It comes complete with tacos, pirates, thespians, puzzles, and most importantly: connection and community.
Please check out http://www.campwidow.org and/or https://www.soaringspirits.org
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Everyone knows you should never mess with Texas, but Covid violated the rules. Krista Waitt shares her story of becoming a covid widow while working in the medical community. Krista is cool and likes tacos, so we know you'll like her too!
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Carrie was widowed in 1999 when her husband, Shane, was killed in a car accident. She was left with two boys, Nathan who was 6, and Holden who was 1, and found very few resources for younger widows. Determined to learn more to help her children and herself, and to make sense of her new reality, she went back to school. Starting with a course in family communication she was fascinated with all we “know,” and even more with all we don’t “know” about widowhood. When she looked for resources which were difficult to find, Dr. West realized she could help correct that problem. Learn more about the Widowhood Resilience Scale in this episode!
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Tanya Villanueva Tepper was engaged to a NYC firefighter in 2001, and it's no secret what happened next. But what you might not know is what Tanya, her community, her resilience, and her future all had in store. Anita and Mel are willing to share their bestie with the world, and know listeners will find hope, healing, and humor in this episode.
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Kris Morgan is a lovely, fun, kind lady from Texas that is - you guessed it - also a widow! Anita and Mel enjoyed talking to Kris about her "golden retriever" husband, her decisions on how she sought tools to help her move forward, and the reality that there is much more to story, even after devastating loss.
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What's it like to be a postal carrier, a newlywed, and widow? Ashley Hahn can tell you! Anita and Mel enjoy chatting with this lovely lady and know listeners will enjoy this episode.
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Anita and Mel interview Carly Bouman, a widow from the karate chop hand point on the "hand" that is Michigan. Carly was remarried 2 years after being widowed, and she's here to share her light, her story, and her message that one can be a widow and a spouse.
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Anita and Mel interview the delightful widow and psychologist, Dr. Linda Shanti McCabe. Although the Bob Ross style of painting is not in her universe, Linda shares her art modalities that have helped her and her patients with the journey of grief.
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Ivan Misner is a lot of things and has been a lot of places, but the reason he is here with Anita and Mel is - you guessed it - he's a widower. Ivan expresses a point of view from an actionable-left-brained-business-fancy-person about what he has been learning along the way since the loss of his wife, Elisabeth, and shares valuable insight about loss, dating, wine cellars, telescopes, astronauts, and, of course, CHEESE.
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Anita and Mel are BACK! Mel is helping her mom navigate the first few weeks of widowhood, Anita has just passed her 3rd year after her husband's death, and lives are still going on. Anita and Mel love their widow friends and guests and want to share with you some updates from a few of them. The updates in this episode are from:
Lynne Rothrock (ep. 18)
Beckie Menzie (ep. 19)
Brittany Bussio (ep. 21)
David Kelly (ep. 22)
Mindi Holmgren (ep. 23)
Liz Mecham (ep. 25)
Hillary Childress (ep. 26)
Karen Cornell (ep. 27)
Treagan White (ep. 32)
Hannah Legasa (ep. 35)
Melissa Brackman (ep. 38)
Carly Kropf (ep. 40)
Jennie Taylor (ep. 41)
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Anita and Mel intended to take a short holiday break and return with a new episode today. However, we need to extend that break and just wanted to give you a heads up.
We will see you on the flip side.
Anita
To go, not to go, to hide, to fully embrace it....these are some of the things that go through widows minds when either debating attending said event or thinking through coping strategies. Anita and Mel offer 8 tips to help lessen the stress.
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Deb Nylec is no downer. This preschool teacher, human mom, dog mom, and fun lady talks to Anita and Mel about her story, suggestions about cheese, and oscillating between being an empty nester and having adult children back home.
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Every widow knows the Hallmark formula and how it is a slight slap in the face to widows everywhere. Anita and Mel discuss some of the tv shows with widows front and center.
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When widowers speak, it is important to listen. Rob Bowles shares his story of being a widowed dad who has started to unlock the secrets of the grieving bros. He even has a special expertise involving cheese that listeners will not want to miss! Enjoy this conversation with Anita, Mel, and a widower who is dedicated to helping other men with their healing.
Subscribe to Rob's YouTube channel: Widower Winging It:
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It's hard to know how to help someone who has lost their person when holiday season comes around. Whether you're a griever or a "muggle", these ten tips will help you and your loved ones navigate things with a little more understanding.
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Anita and Mel interview founder of Soaring Spirits International, CNN Hero of the Year candidate, and founder of Camp Widow: Michele Neff Hernandez. In this episode, learn how Michele turned her grief into an international organization to help widows everywhere.
To vote by Dec 7, 2021, click:
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Are widows attention seekers? Is it wrong to talk about our situation, our person, the ins and outs of our lives? Join Anita and Mel in the discussion.
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When you're a widow of 14 years, you know a thing or two about the widowhood journey. Anita and Mel interview Jennifer Hassel who shares her unique perspective on adventures, challenges, and how to honor our person while moving through this thing called life.
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Anita and Mel interview grief advocate, counselor, and PhD student who is specifically interested in grief: Laura Bradbury. Laura shares her insights and modalities, plus she fits right in as a fellow cheese lover.
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When you're a fun, vibrant, live-life-to-the-fullest atheist with bright hair and Doc Martens, what do you do when your equally as fun husband dies of stupid cancer? Anita and Mel find out the answer when they talk to their funny, fantastic friend from across the pond, Sarah Kennedy.
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The name of this episode says it all. How do grievers handle the approaching holidays? What are the rules? What's the wrong answer? Who's in charge here? Is it good, bad, ugly? Join Anita and Mel in the discussion.
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Anita and Mel had fun while interviewing Michelle Clare, the woman who fell into mediumship after literally falling off a ladder and surviving three near-death experiences.
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The conversation about creepers trying to take advantage of widows continues in this widowsode with Anita and Mel. Are widows actually weak and vulnerable? We think this is a strong HELL NO, and that we are capable of having our own backs.
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What's it like to be a young widow in Sweden? Does Sweden actually have Swedish Fish? Constance answers all the questions Anita and Mel throw at her, as well as drops some valuable tips on how the widowed can live their best lives.
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Anita and Mel are living their best life while hanging out with the delightful Dr. Dawson Church, who makes learning about the traumatized brain an exciting and engaging experience. Dawson has conducted dozens of clinical trials, and founded the National Institute for Integrative Healthcare (NIIH.org) to promote groundbreaking new treatments. Its largest program, the Veterans Stress Project, has offered free treatment to over 20,000 veterans with PTSD over the past decade. Dawson shares how to apply these health and performance breakthroughs through EFT Universe (EFTUniverse.com), one of the largest alternative medicine sites on the web.
Dr. Church is an award-winning science writer with three best-selling books to his credit. The Genie in Your Genes(YourGeniusGene.com) was the first book to demonstrate that emotions drive gene expression. Mind to Matter, (MindToMatter.com) showed that the brain creates much of what we think of as “objective reality.” Bliss Brain (BlissBrain.com) demonstrates that peak mental states rapidly remodel the brain for happiness.
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Anita and Mel recap the events of Camp Widow before they take off to fly back to their regular lives. To check out information for future Camp Widow gatherings, visit https://campwidow.org
To watch the video for "I'm A Widow" featuring Lynne Rothrock and a bunch of widows, click this link: https://youtu.be/PrY-TDwiqhc
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What do you get when you have four podcast hosts in the same episode? A whole lot of fun, that's what! Join Anita and Mel as they interview Carling and Michelle from the podcast, I Did Not Sign Up For This. Both guests share their stories, laughs, and thoughts about cheese in this episode. From Michelle's widowhood story to Carling's real-life Lifetime Movie reality, listeners will love the camaraderie the pair has shared throughout their lives to keep taking steps forward through loss and trauma.
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Jason Clawson is a rad guy. He's also a widower. But even before he lost his wife to cancer, he was no stranger to grief - both to his own, and others. Anita and Mel get to know this sunshine bringer, and know listeners will too!
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When your person dies, they don't take ANY of their stuff with them, and we are left to deal with it. Sometimes it causes fights, sometimes it causes paralysis by analysis, sometimes it is a comfort. Anita and Mel discuss the topic of possessions in this widowsode.
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When your husband dies of cancer while you're about to give birth to your third child and then you get your own cancer, you find yourself in the shoes of Janice Bell. Anita and Mel interview this cool lady who has been through more than anyone should be allowed to experience.
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Meet widower, Brandon Janous. Married to an amazing lady named Rachel, who, was perhaps a figment of his imagination (except she can't be, because they had 3 kids together). RV living, Swiss cheese, and fitted sheets are some of the topics the trio travels through in this episode.
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We know what grief is, and most know what a hangover is, but what's a grief hangover? When does one happen? What does one do about it? Join Anita and Mel in the discussion!
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Anita and Mel interview widow, social worker, teacher, and all-around awesome person: Susan Hannifin-MacNab. In addition to working with Soaring Spirits International, Susan is the founder of A2Z Healing Toolbox, an organization which offers practical tools and resources to those living with grief and trauma.
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We all have the capability of dreaming during sleep, but sometimes during times of trauma, our dreams look a little different. Join Anita and Mel as they discuss dreaming during various points of their grief timeline.
Perhaps the coolest dude with the coolest job ever that is helping make necessary conversations happen in the world is our friend Bryan Martin, or, more affectionately known as Sea Lion Bryan. Bryan joined the widow life when his partner Clayton passed away, and he's been making waves ever since. We love the real conversations and joy he brings to our lives, and know you will enjoy him as much as we do!
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Oooooh buddy....have any of you experienced aches, pains, hair loss, or other weird physical changes after losing your partner? Anita and Mel discuss these things and more in this widowsode about grief and what it does to the body.
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Anita and Mel interview death doula (also known as a death worker) Cait Maddan. Cait explains what death doulas do, don't do, and how they are a much needed asset to the world.
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Many widowed people get thrown into the same category as people who are divorced, but as any griever will tell you, they are entirely different animals. Anita and Mel discuss similarities, differences, and open up all the cans of worms! This topic is not easily cut and dried, but is important for opening up the discussion.
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Anita and Mel interview Dorothy Schubert and Missy Schubert, mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, and SURPRISE, they're both widows. Dorothy and Missy are rad, and the two share their journey of life, death, and being Golden Girls.
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FANFARE Did you know there are grief olympics? No, not the kind where you get to wear cool uniforms to represent your country. The kind of contests we are talking about are the kind that pit grief against grief. Join Anita and Mel in the discussion.
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Anita and Mel interview fellow alum of their high school, facilitator of Widow We Do Now's monthly zoom hangs, clinical mental health counselor AND widow, Autumn Barker. Autumn shares her story of losing her husband to Covid, while she also had Covid, as well as candid conversation and helpful coping tips.
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After significant loss, it is common for one's relationship with food to change. Overeating, underrating, changes in taste, as well as loss of experience with our person, are all topics Anita and Mel cover in this widowsode.
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Anita and Mel interview Bethany Dixon from the amazing international widow support organization, Nyanam, based in West Kenya. To learn more, visit www.nyanam.org and follow them in IG at @nyanam.intl
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What is the term for when you don't seek to jump in front of a bus, but you welcome the bus hitting you, AND is this normal after suffering significant loss? The answer is: passive suicidality, and yes. Much shame can be associated with such feelings, however, it is typical of people in the widow situation, as well as others who have faced devastation. Anita and Mel face the convo head on, as well as share tips to managing it.
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Anita and Mel interview fellow podcaster, Jenny Lisk, host and creator of The Widowed Parent Podcast. Jenny is also author of the book, Future Widow, available at http://www.jennylisk.com. She also happens to be a fan of cheese that is not legal outside of France.
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The first year after losing your person SUCKS SO BAD! It's confusing, full of ups and downs, and grievers find they are navigating through sludge with no roadmap. In this widowsode, Anita and Mel discuss the firsts, lasts, and some helpful tips to make it through.
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Anita and Mel interview concert-goer, Prince fan, and cancer widow Rachel Engstrom, who just happens to also be an author! Check out her book "Wife, Widow, Now What?" at https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL
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Thinking positive, finding the silver lining, being grateful....just how helpful is it in the grieving process? Join the conversation and tell us your thoughts!
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Anita and Mel interview the lovely Autumn Toelle Jackson, who has survived spouse loss, child loss, written a book, started a website, ranched llamas...ok just kidding with the llamas...but you get the idea: Autumn is a wonder woman who has earned her stripes. Check out her website www.growingwithgrief.com for all resources grief!
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Anita and Mel continue the discussion in part 2 of this episode on grief in children, parents, and overall humans, with child therapist, Kyndel Marcroft LCSW.
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Anita and Mel make an exciting announcement! Oct 15-17, 2021, they will be presenters at Camp Widow in San Diego. COME ONE, COME ALL! We would love to see you! They then get down to business with child therapist, Kyndel Marcroft, LCSW. Our fellow widows submitted all the questions and Kyndel gives all the trauma-informed answers. This episode is part 1 of 2.
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Anita and Mel interview Emily Cave, who was widowed at 25 when her husband, professional hockey player for the Edmonton Oilers, Colby Cave, died unexpectedly in 2020. Emily discusses what it's like to grieve in the spotlight as an introvert during Covid. The widow unity is strong with these three, and further topics include importance of the widow community and, of course, dark humor. Follow Emily on IG at @em.cave
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What the **** is secondary loss? Is it different than losing your partner? What does it look like? Feel like? Is it positive, negative, in-between? Join the discussion! Comment below
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Anita and Mel are fascinated with the complex and colorful story of Jozet Richardson Hulley. Jozet's first husband, Lance, had a near-death experience while in a coma. Lance lived for five years post-NDE, wrote a book, then died for real. Jozet is remarried and discusses grief, having an alive husband and a dead husband, step-parenting, and how she has chosen to frame her experiences for the past 17 years.
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Ah, the double-edged sword of social media. Most people are familiar with the pros and cons, and Anita and Mel do a deep dive to discuss some of the various circumstances and opinions in this fake, real, good, bad, neutral, funny, annoying MINE FIELD!
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Anita and Mel learned many helpful things from the queen empress of the world (and the internet), Dr. Julie Hanks. From informed self care suggestions to social media guide posts to grief boundaries, Dr. Hanks drops all the mics, all the time.
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Every widow ever knows about the ups, downs, and tangled spectacle that is 'widow brain.' Join Anita and Mel in the discussion!
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Anita and Mel interview Jennifer O'Brien, who not only is the widow of a hospice doctor, but is also an artist and award-winning author. After years of caring for people with serious illness as a physician, Jennifer's husband was diagnosed with cancer. Now, Jennifer works to help caregivers feel supported while caring for others and taking care of themselves. Check out Jennifer's website at http://www.hospicedrswidow.com
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Internal, external, regret, should's, should-not's....it's a lot. Join the discussion with Anita and Mel as they discuss guilt and its complexities in the widow world.
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Anita and Mel interview Ruth Valjean, widowed when her husband died while out of town pursuing a secret extramarital affair. To say Ruth has suffered and survived betrayal trauma would be highly accurate. Oh, and she also has metastatic breast cancer. Ruth is an amazing survivor who shares her story to help others dealing with complicated grief.
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Words, words, words. We develop thoughts, feelings, and meanings to particular words when living in the world of widows, and the divide is real! Join Anita and Mel in the discussion.
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Anita and Mel interview fellow young widow and podcaster, Tawny Platis of Death is Hilarious. Dark humor, dead husband jokes, the Babs Bible, and psychopathy are just a mere few of the intriguing topics the trio explores. Check out Tawny's podcast on every major podcast platform! https://deathishilarious.com
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Many people get tattoos to memorialize someone special to them, especially after that person is no longer alive. Black and white, water color, traditional, sleeve, half-sleeve, fine line, single needle....the options are many. On the flip side, some people WANT to get a tattoo, but are hesitant for various reasons. Join the conversation and comment below!
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Anita and Mel interview serial name-dropper, doctor, and the pop-culture icon you never knew about: Dr. Mark Goulston aka Dr. Morose. From stories of Hollywood tragedy to picking up dropped names, Dr. Goulston gives us much food for thought.
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Ooookkkkk.....this can be a sensitive one, depending on where we grievers are at at any given time. Some widows choose not to date, some choose to date, and everyone seems to have an opinion. Check out the episode to join the discussion.
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Anita and Mel have a fun-filled interview with pro athlete and big mountain skier, Angel Collinson, who knows a thing or two about partner death, grief, and what it's like to have some time under her belt living with all of it. Tiny hands, cacti watering, and round the world sailing are just a few exciting tips Angel shares to keep the stoke alive. Join them in the discussion, leave a rating and review, and share!
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Scammers be warned: don't mess with these widows! The old school phone scams have migrated to digital format, and scammers are always coming up with new and innovative ways to scam. Some of these ways might surprise you. Be on the lookout, and be prepared to slay the scams!
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Anita and Mel interview the widow Shellenberger, mere days before her IVF-post-spousal-death first-born child makes his entrance into the world.. Farm life, house pigs, rescue donkeys, and fertility treatments in Barbados are just some of the topics the trio discusses. Sarah gracefully navigates the conversation about everything that brought her to her decisions.
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Anita and Mel discuss self caring while widowing. Is it possible?
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Anita and Mel reconvene after Anita's second successful family trip as a solo parent. Mel makes a life-changing discovery about her brain. Kat joins in on the conversation, and the trio discuss widow life, celebrities, widows in film and tv, and even death doulas (what!?)
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Embalming, price ranges of caskets, vaults, eagle statuettes....these are some of the topics discussed in this episode of Anita and Mel's widow convo.
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Anita gets brave and takes a second family trip less than a month from her first family trip. Fingers crossed that her widow t-shirt keeps all meanies at bay! Mel guests on another podcast (click here to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-musicians-podcast/id1481777344?i=1000517838978), and then, the pair does possibly the most ridiculous Patreon shout out in their history together. Luckily, Peter Rukavina - widower, and all-around cool guy, steps in and keeps things grounded as he tells us the tales from the widower vault. Peter's e-book, Using Her Marbles, is available at http://UsingHerMarbles.com
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Double headstone, single, obelisk, mausoleum, urn....OH MY! Join the discussion about the vast world of headstones (and why it can sometimes take years to make a decision).
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Anita and Mel meet their dopplegangers, Mira and Dana, of Grief Chats, and discuss many taboo things. Check them out (Dana) www.forcedjoyproject.com & @forcedjoyproject (Mira) www.newmoonmira.com & @newmoonmira and help keep the conversations going.
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Who has it worse? Better? Neutral? Anita (mom of 4 kids) and Mel (zero kids and all the dogs) discuss the down and dirty of these different flavors of widowhood.
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Anita and Mel interview author, screenplay writer, and widow, Melissa Gould. Check out Melissa and her book at http://www.widowish.com
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Do you have mentally unstable, abusive in-laws, in-laws that handle all situations with the stability and kindness of the Buddha, or somewhere in between? Join Anita and Mel in discussion of this tricky topic.
For more, check out podcast Episode 39: What I Want My In-Laws to Know - Widow We Do Now? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
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Anita and Mel discuss Easter, vacations with kids, tapping (EFT), and other helpful trauma tips. Kirsten Stromberg joins the conversation and tells her widowhood story and shares what it's like to lose your person to a rare, genetic cancer during quarantine, and what it's like to feel like an imposter widow.
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To Ring or not to ring? That is the question widows want to know. Should you keep wearing it after your person is gone? Should you take it off immediately? Is there a timeline? Join the discussion and let us know what you think!
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Anita and Mel discuss peasant fashion, mom jeans, and what to do when you've over-hydrated yourself and subsequently find yourself stuck in a traffic jam. Fellow widow and inspirational human being, Emily Lassiter, drops many a-wise-word in this fun-filled interview.
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Somerset serves families, entrepreneurs, professionals, and ladies who are interested in complex planning and actively managed portfolios. To learn more, visit their website at Somersetadvisory.com
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Anita and Mel discuss the topics of mental health, suicide, and the medical field with Dr. Stephen Merrell, as it relates to widows and the general population.
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Anita and Mel interview the fun, talented, and widowed Melissa Pierce. They discuss everything from bodysurfing in the cold PNW waters to foster care, adoption, mediums, and what it's like to be a remarried widow-author-entrepreneur.
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Anita and Mel try to derail master life coach, Krista St. Germain, but to no avail. Krista turns the tables on them and addresses thought-work in thought-provoking ways about grief, parenthood, non-parenthood, and good ol' fashioned just being humans on the planet trying to survive the day.
Krista's podcast: The Widowed Mom Podcast
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Anita and Mel interview 31 year old widow-turned-social-worker, Kirsten Robinson. Kirsten was suddenly widowed at age 24 when her partner, and father of her child, had a stroke at work. Follow her on instagram at @unofficiallywidowed
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If you've ever wondered what it's like to deal with spousal suicide, domestic abuse, child abuse, drug abuse, mental illness, and incarceration, Anita and Mel are here to help you out. Shannon's story is so wild - you can't make this stuff up. We are grateful she is willing to share her story and help others who find themselves in similar situations.
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Anita and Mel survived Valentines day and are on to interview 2nd grade teacher, mom of a toddler, and young widow: Lauren Lentz. Lauren's husband was killed by a car while riding his bike.
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Anita has a special weekend all to herself and is a new person. Mel plays the piano for a funeral with New Orleans funeral traditions. Valentines Day is coming and a Widow Wives Club hang is on the books! Join us!
Christine Anderson, fellow widow extraordinaire, flawlessly tells us her story of her familiarity with grief. Between infertility, cancer, adoption, autism, and now young widowhood, she shares her experiences and how she keeps going through it all. Christine is also a magnet for psychic mediums and someday will bring one of them to our podcast.
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34-year-old Maureen, a cheesehead from Wisconsin, is one great lady. She's also really mad. Why? Her husband died as a result of alcoholism, and she learned a lot as a spouse of an addict that makes her want to take action and open up the conversation. Anita and Mel have an insightful discussion with Maureen about transplants, organ failure, shame, and cheese. Yes, cheese.
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Anita and Mel have their most epic adventure of podcasting yet when they interview Lorinda Hopper Beadle Lefevre and MAYHEM ENSUES! This is a special episode complete with time travel smoke and mirrors, dead husbands, living husbands, and a curious cheese preference. A good time is had by all (at least for Lorinda and Mel) during this exciting episode.
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Whether it be crafting choreography, presenting a beautiful bag of potato chips with baby smooth hands, or having awkward conversations about beneficiaries and the difference between whole life vs term life, Connor Schwantes is our favorite expert. His experience in multiple, and seemingly opposite niches make him one of Anita and Mel's most exciting guests.
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Anita and Mel discuss Pokemon, Harry Potter, superheroes, and all other relevant widow topics. They interview Erin Posik, Aussie widow who happens to know a thing or two about fostering baby kangaroos and wombats. She is also well-versed in organ donation and shares the story of her husband Moose's passing and her life since.
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Anita and Mel have returned from (and survived) the holidays! Anita updates us on her 2nd deathiversary happenings and feelings, while Mel has started putting together a dog treadmill and started a relaxation music youtube channel.
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Tis the week of Christmas and Anita and Mel are wishing everyone, especially the widows, strength and peace as holidays are hard without your dead person! Anita ruminates over fancy phrase, "surge capacity" and Mel mulls over which video game to play next.
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Anita and Mel catch up after a pretty intense week of widow-typical proportions. Holidays are fast approaching and life is still happening! The duo interviews fellow widow, Rachel Barbosa,, who basically is resiliency in human form. After hearing her story, we are confident our listeners will feel the same way, and will be even more excited to have a post-Covid "Party at Rachel's" someday.
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Anita and Mel catch up post Thanksgiving, which was filled with funerals, anger, and other feelings. The duo announces an exciting surprise coming up, and Anita sings a song in honor of our patrons.
The pair interviews Tessa Joy, professional monster wrangler, nutritionist, kinesiologist, energy worker, and healer. Anita and Mel learned so much during the interview that they are considering having Tessa take over entirely as podcast host. Tessa shares experiences from her own journey of loss, addiction, anger, shadow work and healing.
For more info about Tessa, visit https://www.thequantumbutterfly.com.
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The holidays are coming and people are still dying. To give thanks, or not to give thanks? Anita is not loving year 2 of widowhood. Luckily, the struggle bus has many seats and there's room for all.
Mel and Anita interview Vrin Rao, enneagram specialist and meditation coach. Vrin incorporates powerful practices such as the framework of the Enneagram, self-awareness techniques, mindfulness and meditation in her sessions as a Canada and NYC-based coach .
Vrin is a life-long practitioner of nada yoga (the yoga of sound), japa yoga (the yoga of meditative mantra recitation) and kirtan yoga. She is also well-versed in tantra, chakra meditation, swara yoga (the science of the breath) and yoga nidra (psychic sleep).
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Anita survives yet another string of weekly shenanigans. Mel lends her a dog, which doesn't turn out the way anyone expected. The pair then interview the coolest cat around: Leslie Gray Streeter, the Black Widow.
Leslie is a published author, pop-culture trivia master, and - you guessed it - widow. Prepare for lots of laughs, good conversation, and chain saws (WHUT?!)
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Mel reports on her experience after surviving the 3rd deathiversary, and Anita survives more remodeling. The fancy lady joins them to bestow many ideas of how to leave a legacy for a lost spouse/partner.
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You can reach Joy D. Kirsch, CFP, CeFT at jkirsch@meritfa.com and learn more about the financial services she offers widows at https://www.meritfinancialadvisors.com/services/loss-of-a-spouse/. You can learn more about the non-profit, The Widow’s Journey at www.thewidowsjourney.org .
Joy offers securities through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Merit Financial Group, a registered investment advisor. Merit Financial Group, The Widows Journey and LPL Financial are separate entities.
Anita and Mel pull themselves together after Halloween. Anita is getting one step closer to figuring out her headstone situation while Mel faces her husband's 3rd 'deathiversary' in a few days. The fancy lady, Joy Kirsch, enters the conversation and drops amazing financial knowledge bombs on them. Anita and Mel realize JUST how fancy the fancy lady is.
Second Opinion for listeners and Free checklist/articles for widows:https://www.meritfinancialadvisors.com/services/loss-of-a-spouse/
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footnotes:
(1) Widows’ Voices: The Value of Financial Planning, Rehl, et.al, Journal of Financial
Services Professionals. Vol. 70, No.1, pp 53-60, January 2016) (2) Social Security
Administration, 2005)
After Anita gets investigated by the police, and Mel returns from multiple dogmergencies, life gets a whole lot fancier. Joy Kirsch, "The Fancy Lady", discusses her 27 year journey since her husband's suicide. Anita and Mel keep their fingers crossed that Joy can snag Oprah as their new fancy friend.
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Anita and Mel report on the happenings at Widow Bingo (hint: clarinet solos were present). They interview Jennie Taylor who was widowed after her husband, mayor of his city, was killed in Afghanistan.
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Anita and Mel discuss the topic of boundaries as a follow up to Episode 39 - What I Want My In Laws To Know - with LMFT and young widow, Carly Kropf.
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Anita and Mel delve into the rarely-talked-about-in-public topic of: in-laws. The scope and spectrum of experience among young widows is wide with this one, but is a hot topic. Anita is stoked. Mel is terrified, but copes by wearing cat leggings.
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Anita and Mel interview Melissa Ponder-Brackman, who shares her INSANE story of how she became a widow by way of a serial killer. Melissa talks about the many unbelievable facets of her journey, and how she has come to a place of forgiveness. Her story was so riveting that Anita and Mel forgot to ask her what her favorite cheese is.
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Anita and Mel interview Jennifer Hanks, the young widow behind the popular instagram account, @cocoscaravan, who was widowed several months after giving birth to twins.
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Anita and Mel share their "20 Practical Widow Tips" for the low price of free dollars and free cents.
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The Widow Coyle and The Widow Shore interview 25-year old Hannah Legasa who has only been a young widow for a few months. In fact, her situation is a little different than most widows we have encountered.
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Anita and Mel share this replay of Episode 20 since everyone needs more mental health tips! They discuss how to surf with grief, passive suicidality, and what we all need stop doing so we have better mental health.
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Anita and Mel interview young bereaved mom, Sarah Bertola (age 25), who also happens to play a mean valve trombone....or used to. Anita's mind is blown and discovers she needs help remembering her own name.
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Fellow widow podcaster, LaRell (Zelda) Steele from Widowland Life, joins Anita and Mel and tells her messy grief story. WARNING - the topics covered in this episode may not be suitable for all listeners. To contact LaRell about spousal drug addiction support, email her at widowlandlife@gmail.com
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Anita and Mel interview Treagan White (@heyurkimshusband), widower of instagram famous Kim White (@KimCanKickIt). Treagan shares his unique view as a widower in the public eye, and the trio discusses everything from experiencing loss during Covid to whose business it is when a widow/widower decides to even think about dating.
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Life Coach Shawna Morrissey gives Mel, Anita, and their listeners some tips and tricks in the coping strategy department. Life Coach resources: www.thelifecoachschool.com
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Former rollerskating Aussie Jennifer Steele talks to Anita and Mel about her adventures being a new widow during the fires and pandemic.
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Anita and Mel interview former touring singer now-turned-lawyer, Ashley Garbe Smith, who is also a widow of 16 years. Ashley shares her story from her newly widowed and childless days at the age of 22 to her current days at age 38 with her second husband and their children. Anita and Mel can't fathom remarriage at this point in their journey, so are very intrigued.
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Anita and Mel interview Dawn Trythall about her mysterious (to Anita) tragedy. Anita tries to win friends and influence people due to her medical professional status. Mel takes Anita on a widow wife date despite this.
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Anita and Mel interview the widow responsible for the WWDN Widow Wives FB group, Karen Cornejo. If you enjoy tales of international mystery, this episode is for you.
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Join Anita and Mel as they interview Hillary Childress, a new young widow who listened to her mom and took a break from true crime podcasts, found our show, and is now LIVE!! (Thanks, Mom!!)
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Anita and Mel share lots of laughs and dark humor in an interview with the super fun and funny Liz Mecham - young widow from down under.
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Anita and Mel interview fellow young widow, Christina Sgambato, and glean many tips and tricks, including how to play online corn hole (WHUUUT?!)
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Anita and Mel interview Mindi Holmgren who was widowed during her 3rd trimester of pregnancy in 2019.
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Anita and Mel interview international widower extraordinaire, David Kelly. The trio sends out a call to fellow widower, Liam Neeson, so David can have more widower friends.
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Anita and Mel interview widow cousin, Brittany Bussio. To wear the ring or not to wear the ring - that is the question. The trio delves into topics never before discussed on the podcast.
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Therapist Kristi Naumann gives an insightful interview on grief, different types of therapy (including EMDR), and her surfing experience.
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Anita and Mel welcome special guest Beckie Menzie from Chicago. Beckie keeps it real, honest, and good-natured while talking candidly about her experience with widowhood and life.
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Anita, Mel, and special guest Lynne discuss a variety of widowhood topics, among them including psychics.
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Anita and Mel discuss topics with special guest, newly-widowed Rebecca Robbins.
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The lost story from episode 16 has been found. Wacky Widow Awareness has officially begun!
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Anita and Mel are still alive while in quarantine. Special impromptu appearances by Anita's minions make for a fun episode.
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Mel shares her experiences over the past month since she moved to NYC. Anita was nominated for another fancy award and needs all the votes she can get.
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Anita and Mel share their favorite awkward moments from their travels through widowdom.
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Where in the world (literally) are Anita and Mel? The duo delves into the concept of meeting people where they are on their grief journey. Anita falls down a well for half the episode, but the podcast lives on.
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In Episode 12, Anita and Mel discuss how they survived the holiday and deathiversary season during their month-long podcast hiatus. Anita considers teaching jazz clarinet lessons.
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Episode 11 - The Coping Cabana by Anita and Mel
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Anita and Mel discuss the riveting topic of headstones. Anita realizes that one cannot survive a sugarless life during the first holiday season as a widow. Mel obsesses over dogs.
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Anita saves Mel's life after a medical procedure. They discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly types of cheese. Soon after, they get into the nitty gritty of the myths of grief. Anita wonders if her three year old is a drug dealer.
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Anita and Mel tell "what-not-to-say" stories. They also discuss their love for cheese. Well, most cheese....
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In episode 7, Anita and Mel discuss holidays, anniversaries, and tell a few silly stories.
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In Episode 6, Anita and Mel talk about the early days of grief and offer insight into what others can do to help if they aren't quite sure what to do.
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Anita shares more about the details surrounding her husbands death. Part 2
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In Episode 4, Anita shares about her husband's death (part 1 of 2)
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In Episode 3, Mel shares more about the situation surrounding her husbands death.
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In Episode 2, Mel shares her story of her husband Scott's death. (Part 1 of 2)
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Anita and Mel introduce themselves and the podcast.
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