Episodes
Saturday Jun 15, 2019
E122 - A Father's Day Episode with Darwyn Dave
Saturday Jun 15, 2019
Saturday Jun 15, 2019
In this Father’s Day episode, Shawn Ram talks with Dr. Joshua Black and Darwyn Dave about the Toronto Raptors (NBA) and St. Louis Blues (NHL), players on those teams with a dead father, what it’s like not having a father here for important moments, and grief dreams we think the players would like to have of their deceased father.
To find more about Darwyn visit http://www.dealingwithmygrief.com/
Friday May 31, 2019
E120 - Tracy McCubbin - Decluttering After Loss
Friday May 31, 2019
Friday May 31, 2019
Tracy McCubbin is the author of Making Space, Clutter Free: The Last Book On Decluttering You’ll Ever Need (releasing Tuesday June 4, 2019). While working for a major television director in Los Angeles, Tracy discovered she had the ability to see through any mess and clearly envision a clutter-free space. Before she knew it, dClutterfly was born. Ten years and thousands of clients later, dClutterfly is Los Angeles’ premier organizing and decluttering company. Tracy is a regularly featured expert on Hallmark's Home & Family, has a column on MindBodyGreen, and has regular declutter segments on Fox 5 and ABC Eyewitness News, KTLA Morning Show, KCAL9, and Good Day Sacramento.
In this episode we talk about getting into the decluttering business, her new book, clutter blocks, decluttering after a loss, her own losses, and grief dreams of her grandmother.
To find more about Tracy visit https://tracymccubbin.com/ or IG @tracymccubbin
Thursday May 23, 2019
E119 - Heather Stang - Mindfulness & Grief
Thursday May 23, 2019
Thursday May 23, 2019
Heather Stang, MA, C-IAYT is the author of Mindfulness & Grief, now in its second edition, and the host of the Mindfulness & Grief Podcast. She has a Master’s Degree in Thanatology and is a certified yoga therapist and meditation instructor. Heather is on the Advisory Board for the highly regarded military family survivor organization Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and is the founder of the Mindfulness & Grief Training Institute.
In this episode we talk about how she got into yoga and meditation, benefits of it during grief, grief related insomnia, loss of her uncle as a child and other losses, and her grief dream of her grandmother.
You can find more about Heather here https://mindfulnessandgrief.com/
Saturday May 18, 2019
E118 - Shivy Galtere - Love Loss Light
Saturday May 18, 2019
Saturday May 18, 2019
Shavinder Galtere, commonly known to her friends and family as Shivy, is a Celebrity and VIP Relations Consultant to fashion and lifestyle brands. After the passing of her mother Davinder Kumaran, less than a year ago, Shivy started @lovelosslight, an Instagram account with the slogan 'let's try to understand, help + heal', with the purpose of helping others navigate through their process of grief.
In this episode we talk about the value of hard work, her love of fashion, her last time seeing her mom, the day her mom died, getting to the funeral in India, the funeral, her instagram account, and grief dreams of her mom (before and after the loss).
The Sat Nam prayer that was song at the funeral– https://youtu.be/GrzJAJhyeLQ
Friday May 03, 2019
E116 - Brent and Tina Birkhoff - Heart Strings
Friday May 03, 2019
Friday May 03, 2019
Brent Birkhoff recently received his Master of Science from Marian University in Thanatology, and is Certified in Thanatology from the Association of Death Education and Counseling. He and his wife, Tina, recently started Heart Strings by Legacy Leaders, which is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have their story told before death.
In this episode we talk about the 2019 International Death, Grief and Bereavement conference, starting Heart Stings, reflecting on legacy, their multiple losses, and Tina’s grief dream of her grandmother.
You can find more information at http://www.heartstringsmemories.com/
Tuesday Apr 30, 2019
E115 - Medea Chechik - The Garden
Tuesday Apr 30, 2019
Tuesday Apr 30, 2019
Medea Bavarella Chechik is the Best Selling Author of “Facing Grief With Eyes Wide Open,” a Transformative Teacher, Transformational Facilitator and Leader, and a Master Coach. Medea is the Founder and Host of WeEvolve TV™, an online talk show, where she has interviewed many Luminaries in the field of Human Consciousness.
In this episode we talk about her search for meaning, transforming her life after the death of her son, writing poetry and her book, and a grief dream of her son.
You can find more about Medea here: http://www.masteringselftransformation.com
Tuesday Apr 23, 2019
E114 - Judy Hinderer - A Series of Grief Dreams
Tuesday Apr 23, 2019
Tuesday Apr 23, 2019
Judy Hinderer is a wife and working mother. She has been fascinated and studied dreams for as long as she can remember. The dreams with her deceased father have been integral in her life and they came to her at very specific times. Even though she never had the chance to meet her father before he died, her dreams of him has connected them.
In this episode we talk about the death of her father, growing up without him, receiving his guitar, and a series of 5 grief dreams she had.
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Episode 113 - Jacqui Pagobo - The A+ Student
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Jacqui Pagobo has suffered great heartbreak over the years after her brother, John Joseph “JJ” Pagobo, unexpectedly passed away from a longboarding accident and medical malpractice. This April will be his 10 year death anniversary, which she will be honouring him with a memorial event. She hopes that her story can inspire others.
In this episode we talk about her brother and his death, grieving while in school, the memorial event, and grief dreams of her brother.
Tuesday Apr 09, 2019
Episode 112 - Taz Ahmed - #GoodMuslimBadMuslim
Tuesday Apr 09, 2019
Tuesday Apr 09, 2019
Tanzila "Taz" Ahmed is an activist, storyteller, and politico based in Los Angeles. She currently is a Campaign Strategist at the Asian American new media organizing group 18MillionRising. She is cohost of The #GoodMuslimBadMuslim Podcast that has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Wired, and Buzzfeed as well as live shows recorded at South by Southwest and the White House.
In this episode we talk about being an activist for change, her podcast, ghosts, dreams, the death of her mother, and grief dreams of her mother.
You can find more about Taz at https://www.tazzystar.me or http://www.goodmuslimbadmuslim.com
Tickets to her LIVE Podcast on April 13, 2019 in Toronto, Ontario can be found here: https://agakhanmuseum.org/programs/comedy-from-the-other-side-of-fear-goodmuslimbadmuslim-live-podcast-taping
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Episode 111 - Monica Meade - Forgiveness After Loss
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Monica Meade is currently working in private practice as a clinical therapist with Whole Balance Health, specializing in Grief, and Trauma therapy utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing), in Colorado Springs, CO. Monica’s pursuit of becoming a grief counselor was born out of necessity. After the death of two immediate family members, she struggled to find hope for herself in the healing process. She has made it her goal to reach out to others during their grief journey to bring love and light to the healing process.
In this episode we talk about EMDR, the death of her daughter and niece, forgiveness, and grief dreams of her daughter and niece.
You can find more about Monica's private practice on Psychology Today. Additionally, here is a link to Monica's forgiveness speech https://youtu.be/JITIpN9WkKw
Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
Episode 109 - Rebecca MacDonald - Even in Sadness, There is Beauty
Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
Wednesday Mar 20, 2019
Rebecca MacDonald is a self-taught memorial jewelry artist working and living in Ontario with her husband and dog. Since immigrating to Canada 10 years ago, Rebecca has experienced loss many times as she moved throughout the country. Her Grandpa has been a huge inspiration in her life and dealing with his passing from the other side of the Atlantic ocean has been one of her biggest struggles so far. By fostering connections with animals, she has also been able to connect with others. Through her work, she is learning how to manage her grief while helping others with their loss through her jewelry making.
In this episode we talk about her immigration from Ireland, her love of pets, starting her business making memorial jewelry, the death of her dog and grandpa, and a grief dream of her grandpa.
Rebecca’s work can be found on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook
@comfortconnects or on www.comfortconnects.com
Tuesday Mar 05, 2019
Episode 107 - Rachel and Hannah - So Dreamy
Tuesday Mar 05, 2019
Tuesday Mar 05, 2019
Rachel Leoman and her cousin Hannah Brown created the podcast So Dreamy (Twitter/Insta: @SoDreamySnack) with the intent of creating a safe and fun space for dreamers to share, hear, and discuss dreams of all kinds. They both have been interested in dreams for as long as they can remember.
In this episode we talk about dreams in general, the So Dreamy Podcast, their losses (Rachel’s mom and Hannah’s brother, grandmother, and uncle), and Hannah’s dreams of her deceased grandmother.
Check out episode 14, 33, and 41 on the So Dreamy Podcast to hear them talk about specific grief dreams.
Thursday Feb 28, 2019
Episode 106 - Jay Perry - My Dad Got Sick
Thursday Feb 28, 2019
Thursday Feb 28, 2019
As a full-time photographer from Canada, Jay Perry has travelled the country and beyond to capture the moments and memories that matter. Following a photo trip to Haiti in 2010, Jay discovered his passion for helping others. He has since dedicated his time and talent to numerous charitable efforts, while founding his own establishment aptly named Friends With Hearts. Jay recently released his book “My Dad Got Sick” that talks about his experiences taking care of his dying father.
We talk about being in a band, becoming a photographer, starting Friends With Hearts, taking care of his dying father, writing his book, his grief, and dreams of his father.
For a closer glimpse into Jay’s life, check out www.jayperry.ca, www.friendswithhearts.com, www.mydadgotsick.com or his personal Instagram @jayperry
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Episode 98 - Devan Christian - Grieving Over The Holidays
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Devan Christian is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley. After experiencing many deaths in her own life, she pursued a career path in which she could support those who were experiencing their own grief and loss. Five year ago, she started working in the Hospice Child & Youth and Adult Bereavement Programs; now, she supports those in her surrounding communities with their grief, mental well-being, caregiver stress and life transitions through her private practice in Chilliwack, BC, as well as through her local Community Mental Health Centre.
In this episode we talk about her many losses, continuing bonds, starting her private practice, tips for grieving over the holidays, and her own grief dreams.
You can find more about Devan at http://www.devanceciliacounselling.com/
Blog Post - Getting Though The Holidays While Grieving http://www.devanceciliacounselling.com/blog/
Sunday Dec 16, 2018
Episode 97 - Joe Agostinelli - Ultimo Gifts
Sunday Dec 16, 2018
Sunday Dec 16, 2018
While sorting through his father’s belongings, Joe Agostinelli found a letter that was written to him from his father before his battle with leukemia came to an end. The letter had a profound impact on Joe, detailing his father’s love and pride, as well as his continued hopes and dreams for him. At the time of his father’s passing, Joe and his wife had just welcomed a son into the world. These two monumental events happening so close together put Joe on a path of self, societal, and (end of) life examination, inspiring him to create Ultimo Gifts, a service that allows you to keep giving gifts and heartfelt reminders after you have passed on.
In this episode we talk about his father’s illness and death, being a father himself, finding his father’s letter, Ultimo Gifts, and two dreams of his father.
You can find more about him at https://www.ultimogifts.com/, and on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @UltimoGifts