As I Live and Grieve®
Episodes
Embracing Grief Through Spiritual Formation
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!The journey through grief often challenges our deepest spiritual beliefs. When devastating loss shatters our world, many find themse...
When Little Hearts Break
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Sarah Mayfield brings a uniquely powerful perspective to the conversation about children's grief – she's both a former e...
Grow In Your Grief
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When was the last time you found yourself in a safe space to talk about grief? In this heartfelt conversation, Kathy welcomes back N...
Widows Who Wine
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Pam Baker's husband John was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer with no cure, their lives cha...
How the Living Can Help the Dead
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when we die? And more importantly, what happens when souls get stuck between worlds? In this mind-expanding conversatio...
It's Okay to Laugh
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever felt guilty for laughing while grieving? That moment when humor breaks through your sorrow, and you wonder if it'...
The Alchemy of Loss
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when we finally stop running from our grief and instead learn to metabolize it? Grief Tender, Ayla Casey, joins us for ...
Reliving His Story
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!The space between devastating loss and finding meaning again often seems impossible to navigate. Steve Gamlin takes us on his extrao...
First, Brush Your Teeth
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Lisa Espinoza said goodbye to her son Chandler as he left for work on his BMX bike in December 2018, she had no idea that casua...
God, Grief, and Gin: A Spiritual Survivor's Tale
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when everything you love disappears? For Gina Economopoulos, this wasn't a hypothetical question but the reality s...
When Childhood Grief Meets Spiritual Healing
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!The journey through grief often begins long before we realize it. For Cindy Bain, it started at age five when she witnessed her fath...
When the Ocean Takes Back the Glass
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Death isn't the end—it's a transformation. What if our consciousness is like a glass of ocean water that, when poured ba...
The Other Side of the Gun: PTSD and Grief
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!At just 17, Susan Snow's world shattered when her father, an LAPD detective, was assassinated in front of her brother's el...
Cruising Through Grief
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Imagine a place where your grief doesn't need to be hidden, where joy and sorrow can peacefully coexist, and where everyone aro...
Grief is Transformative
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when everything in your life changes at once? For Angela Clement, retirement plans with her husband transformed into a ...
When the Grief Therapist Becomes the Grieving Therapist
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the person who helps others through grief suddenly faces devastating loss themselves, what happens? Steve Moore, a licensed cli...
Playback Theater - For Caregivers
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Kathy welcomes Erin Whalen, founder of Compassionate Coaching, for a fascinating exploration of how innovative approaches to storyte...
Everyone Has A Story
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Rebecca Schaper's journey through grief has led her to become a powerful storyteller, filmmaker, and author who transforms pain...
MidLife Dating
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when you combine profound grief experiences with deep expertise in human relationships? Jonathan, a dating and relation...
Navigating Grief in the Queer Community
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when grief intersects with identity? In this powerful episode, memoir writer Kelly Wilk takes us deep into her experien...
Have Faith in Your Faith
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when faith collides with grief? For Pastor Amanda McNeil, this question became deeply personal during her journey throu...
The Positive Widow - Waves of Grief
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Christina Napoleon lost her husband to cancer while raising their six-year-old daughter, she found herself without a roadmap. A...
It's Actually Okay to Be Okay
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Grief doesn't have to be an endless journey through darkness. What if there's another way to look at loss—one that ackno...
T-A-P-E-R Your Grief
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Claire Schwartz returns to our podcast with a groundbreaking framework for understanding grief recovery - the TAPER technique. For m...
Healing Your Aching Heart
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Ann Hince found her mother dead on the bathroom floor at age 19, she had no idea the impact this trauma would have on her body ...
Keep Those Feet Moving
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When AJ Coleman's wife was diagnosed with cancer while their daughter was just two months old, his life trajectory changed fore...
Be a BadAss Advocate - Weekend Wisdom Series #1
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Medical advocacy isn't just helpful—it can be life-saving. When Erin Galyean lost her father to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma i...
Dating/Repartnering - with Open Heart and Mind
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Dating after loss creates a turbulent emotional landscape. In this candid conversation, returning guest John Polo and I explore the ...
Messy Can't Stop Her
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when life's most profound losses lead to unexpected growth? Join us as we sit down with Judith Kambia Obatusa, aff...
A Space in the Heart
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Grief is a journey that no parent ever wishes to take, yet it is one that our guest, Larry, navigates with profound insight and cour...
Acceptance and Growth in Grief
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What role does acceptance play in healing from profound grief? Join us as we sit down with Chris Mamone, an acceptance coach whose p...
Grief is a Mixtape
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when music becomes your lifeline through life’s toughest moments? Join us as we welcome Ken Rutley, a dedicated music...
Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Discover how one doctor's mission could reshape the primary care landscape as Dr. Robert Smith joins us to uncover the critical...
What Do I Do With These Ashes?
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Facing the decision of what to do with a loved one's ashes can be an emotional and daunting task. I found myself in this positi...
Neurodiverse Grief: Humor, Support, & Healing
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!How do neurodiverse individuals manage the intricate journey of grief? Carolyn Jenkins returns to shed light on this profound questi...
Finding Purpose Amid Grief
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when life's challenges lead you to discover your true purpose? In this episode, we sit down with Caren Paskel, who...
Symphony of the Soul
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Can you turn heartbreak into healing? Discover the remarkable journey of Claudia Castillo, author of "Symphony of the Soul,&quo...
Always a Sibling
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Sibling grief is a deeply personal journey that often feels overlooked, yet its impact is profound and lasting. Join us as we engage...
Closure
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Today, we're joined by Tara Wild, who shares an extraordinary story that unfolds during the pandemic. As Tara and her husband, ...
Post Holiday Reboot
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!The conversation delves into the complexities of navigating grief after the holidays, focusing on practical strategies for healing a...
Neurodiversity and Grief
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Imagine realizing in your 50s that the challenges you've been facing your entire life are actually symptoms of ADHD. That'...
Everyday Awakening
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Discover how spirituality can be a beacon of light during times of loss with Catherine Duncan, an integrative spiritual consultant, ...
Getting Through the Holidays - HOLIDAY BONUS EPISODE!
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Shelby Forsythia, the grief coach renowned for her compassionate wisdom, returns us for a special holiday episode of "As I Live...
Holiday Reflections: A Message from Your Departed Loved One
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!As we navigate the holiday season, I take a moment to share my personal reflections and explore how these times can stir both joy an...
Embracing Gratitude in Grief
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Emily Thiroux Threatt's journey through loss and love offers an intense tale of resilience and renewal. From her cherished days...
The Grief Cup
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!John Polo returns to "As I Live and Grieve," bringing with him a moving account of enduring love and transformation. Disco...
Teen Grief
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!How do you find the strength to rebuild your life after an unexpected tragedy? Today we sit down with Clarissa Maul, a remarried wid...
Listen to the Silence, with Gina Gale Gray
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever felt that silence holds more than just the absence of sound? In this heartfelt episode, Gina Gale Gray opens up about ...
Traumatic Grief and the Younger Generation
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Ever wondered how to effectively support children and teens through the unimaginable pain of traumatic loss? Join us as we sit down ...
Our Dead Dads2
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Imagine starting a podcast from a light-hearted joke among friends, only to find it transforming into a deeply meaningful project. T...
Grieve Leave
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!How do we support a generation grappling with profound loss? We explore this critical question with Rebecca Feinglos. Rebecca's...
About Grief - This and That, with Warren Kozak
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when the love of your life is taken away by an unforgiving illness? Join us as we welcome back Warren Kozak, who courag...
The Fine Art of Grieving
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Can art heal the deepest wounds of our hearts? In this powerful episode, we bring you the moving story of Jane Edberg, an accomplish...
Tell Your Stories
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever wondered how storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing and connection? Join us as we chat with Diane Wyzga, a wo...
Grief and TBI
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What if life's most daunting challenges could be transformed into a source of profound strength and purpose? Listen in as we ch...
Finding Meaning and Purpose
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!How does one find purpose after devastating loss? We sit down with Kjell Phillips as he shares his heart-wrenching yet inspiring jou...
Breath Taking
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Ever wondered how to redefine joy amidst profound loss? Join us in a moving conversation as we welcome Jessica Fein, the author of...
A Hospice Chaplain's Perspective
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Ever wondered how simple acts of kindness can bring peace to someone in their final moments? Join us in this heartfelt episode featu...
Letters to Zachary
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when the dreams you had for your children are replaced by unexpected medical challenges? Meet Jason Tuttle, a devoted f...
Waving GoodBye, with Warren Kozak
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Our guest today is Warren Kozak, who shares his deeply moving journey through grief following the death of his beloved wife, Lisa. F...
Never the Same Again
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever wondered why some losses hit harder than others, and how we can truly process the grief that follows? Join us as we ex...
Creating a Comeback Story
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What happens when a life of success and achievement is abruptly halted by illness and loss? Join me as I chat with Holly Bertone, a ...
Our Forever Ben
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!How do you connect with a loved one after they've passed away? Join us as we welcome back Jamie Lee Silver, our Afterlife Corre...
My Husband is Not a Rainbow
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What if humor could help you navigate the darkest times of your life? Join us as we sit down with Kelley Lynn, a remarkable woman wh...
The Wilderness Grief of COVID Loss
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When life hands us the unimaginable, the journey through the wilderness of grief can feel insurmountable. Jocelyn joins us today to ...
Grief Cannot Be Avoided
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Lainne Love, a spiritual psychology coach and author, shares her journey of loss, full of complexities of addiction and homeles...
Grief and Gratitude with EFT
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!They say time heals all wounds, but the pain of losing a child is a chasm that can seem insurmountable. Jamie Lee Silver joins us, c...
Together for Sharon
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Caring for a loved one with Parkinson's disease can be a life-altering voyage that many of us will never fully understand—unl...
The Grief of Divorce
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Feeling adrift in the aftermath of a divorce? Healing takes center stage as we welcome Cindy Edington. Together, we acknowledge the ...
Captain Grief
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When Kelly Wilk lost her father at 19 and later her spouse, while raising a young child, her life was irrevocably changed. Today, we...
Soulmate Dog
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever wondered if your pet could be more than just a furry companion, but a soulmate? Michelle Slater, author of "Soulm...
Joy in the Brambles
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever stumbled across joy in the most unexpected of places, like amidst the sharp edges of grief? This episode welcomes Ross...
Life in the Grief Pit
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever stood in the face of a storm and felt the resolve to push through? Our special guest, Dr. Kimberly Harms has done just...
Grief and First Responders
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the burdens of grief and trauma cloak the shoulders of our bravest—the police officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel...
The Five Facets of Healing
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the unimaginable happens and we're left holding the pieces of a shattered life, where do we find the strength to rebuild? ...
Our Dead Dads
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Nick Gaylord found an unexpected beacon of hope in the form of podcasting. His journey, one that traverses the grief of losing a fat...
Continuing Bonds with Grief Tech
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever received a message that felt like it was sent from heaven? Our heartfelt discussion with Dave Roberts delves into this...
Grieving the Person You Used to Be
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!As we grieve, we frequently encounter the shadow of who we used to be. Grief coach and author, Shelby Forsythia, joins me to share h...
Evan's Legacy
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!As we navigate the delicate terrain of grief, Susie Taylor joins us to share her powerful story of love, loss, and the enduring stre...
The Shadows of Anticipatory Loss
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Today's guest is a kindred spirit, Vicki Paris Goodman, whose memoir "To Sam With Love" captures the essence of antic...
Artistic Expression and Grief
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Join us today as Sonya Paz, opens up about guiding her sons through the grieving process after the passing of their father. Her stor...
The Adoption Triad, Part 2
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Today's episode finds us with the complete triad: an adoptive mother, an adoptee, and the biological mother who made the heart-...
Charting a Path Through Grief with the Wisdom of Human Design
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!I found clarity and understanding recently with the help of Vicki Dickson, who offered me some insight into Human Design . Our conve...
Head Space vs. Heart Space
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!In today's episode, Christine Samuel shares her intimate understanding of the intricate balance between analytical headspace an...
The Silent Echoes of an Empath's Grief
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When your heart is heavy with grief, finding a harbor in the storm can be your lifeline. Join me as I chat with Tammy Zumbo, a clini...
Money Matters and Grief
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the unimaginable happens, and our world turns upside down—there can be a financial implication that adds to the stress. Brian...
Pancakes for Roger
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When grief tugs at our hearts, finding solace can often light the way through the darkness. Join me as I chat with Susan Combs, who,...
Hospice Nurses Grieve, Too
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When hospice nurse Shelly Henry speaks about her work, it's with compassion that's both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Thi...
Grief in the Workplace
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the sharp edges of loss cut through the fabric of everyday life, how does one tread the delicate path of returning to work? Cla...
The Adoption Triad
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever considered the profound impact adoption has on all parties involved? Our heartfelt conversation with Vera Snow and Tin...
Celebration of Sisters
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the unimaginable happens, and we lose those dearest to us, the journey through grief can be a solitary and complex path. It&apo...
Whispers of the Departed-Exploring Spirit Communication, with Melissa Peil
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the veil between our world and the next seems impenetrable, Melissa Peel, a psychic, medium, and healer, comes forth to illumin...
The Urban Grief Shamans - with John Moir and Kathy Gleason
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!When the shadow of loss darkened my life, it was the haunting lullabies of sorrow that brought unexpected renewal. This episode, whi...
The Complex Tapestry of Immigrant Grief with Vera Snow
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Discover the poignant world of immigration grief with Vera Snow, a spiritual director whose life was irrevocably shaped by her paren...
Grief in a Blended Family, with Faith Sage
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Have you ever faced a trial so profound that it reshaped your entire existence? Faith Sage joins us with a heart-wrenching yet inspi...
Grief After Loss from Overdose, with Glen Lord
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Losing a loved one to substance use overdose is nothing short of heart-shattering. That's why we're joined by special gues...
Grandparent Grief, with Bradley Vinson
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Losing a loved one is a profound and life-altering experience. Navigating the unique challenges of grandparent grief is our esteemed...
Children We Never Got to Meet, with Debbie Fischer
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Can you remember a time when you felt completely lost, with nowhere to turn? Picture yourself trying to navigate through the heartbr...
Grieve with Grace, with Gary Roe
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!Ever wondered why we're so tough on ourselves when dealing with grief? Grief is a journey nobody chooses, yet most of us will h...
The Power of Sound: A Therapeutic Approach to Grief
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us some LOVE!What if there was a tool, older than civilization itself, that could offer healing and relief in times of grief and distress? Pionee...