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GRIEF AND LIGHT

Nina Rodriguez
Grief
Mental Health
Loss
End-Of-Life Planning
Death
Time
Wills
Advanced Directives
Death Doula
Self-Compassion
Mindfulness
Family Dynamics
Legacy Planning
Grief Management
Digital Assets
Anticipatory Grief
Memorialization
Community Support
Authentic Movement
Grieving

This space was created for you by someone who gets it – your grief, your foundation-shattering reality, and the question of what the heck do we do with the shattered pieces of life and loss around us.It’s also for the listener who wants to better understand their grieving person, and perhaps wants to learn how to help.Now in its fourth season, the Grief and Light podcast features both solo episode... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it mean to carry a mother’s love forward after she’s gone? How do you parent a child with life-threatening food allergies?

In this heartfelt conversation, Nina Rodriguez sits down with Chelsea Ohlemiller, author of Now That She’s Gone: A D... more

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What if the mess you've been avoiding is actually the doorway?

In this episode, host Nina Rodriguez sits down with transformational creativity and grief coach Susie Stonefield to explore the powerful connection between grief and creative expression.... more

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February 17, 2026 marks a rare cosmic convergence that happens once every 60 years.  

In this solo episode, we explore the intersection of grief and the Year of the Fire Horse, a powerful metaphor for riding the uncontrollable momentum of loss while... more

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What does grief teach us about how to live, lead, and love? What happens when the work we do in the world meets what we’re carrying inside?

In this episode, host Nina Rodriguez sits down with development practitioner, global thought leader, and poet... more

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Charlene Lam
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Kathy Barron
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Episode: Women Who Podcast: Kathy Barron on Grief, Creativity, and Building Community
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Tiriq Rashad
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Episode: The Light That Shines Through Me: Tiriq Rashad on Grief, Family, and Spoken Word
Kim Burditt-Barlett
Advocate for suicide prevention and post-vention, sibling loss survivor
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Dr. Angela Dean
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Episode: Sibling Loss and Disenfranchised Grief with Dr. Angela Dean
Ben Forman
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Episode: Healing in the Himalayas: Motorcycle Therapy and Making Meaning After Sibling Loss with Ben Forman
Rob Pollard
Founder of Walk With Me Brother, a nonprofit dedicated to men's mental health and connection
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Episode: No Man Walks Alone: A Journey Across America for Men’s Mental Health with Robb Pollard

Host

Nina Rodriguez
Host who shares her personal grief journey as a bereaved sister and facilitates open conversations about loss, healing, and community support.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • A real resource for grievers

    In a sea of grief podcasts, Grief and Light stands out. Nina is a skilled and compassionate host, effortlessly weaving together guest interviews, her personal experience of losing her brother Yosef, and grief education.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charclam
    United States2 months ago
  • A Support I Never Expected

    Nina’s words have helped me through many moments when I’m not quite sure how I would have navigated through. I’ve listened to the “Griefmas” and Griefy Holidays episode quite a few times. Just finished it again right now. I’m missing my dad so much that it hurts and hearing that every single emotion I am feeling (bc there are MANY running the gamut! lol) is normal, is one less brick to worry about right now, as she has taught me. I have many bricks to deal with and build and this is one I can la... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missy1024
    United States2 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    Give this a listen if you’re going through grief or know someone who is. What a wonderful space to feel understood, seen, and supported. Thank you Nina for the work you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Janice Castro
    United States5 months ago
  • An important subject covered by someone who knows…

    Nina understands loss and does a wonderful job of making her guests feel welcome and allowing them to tell their stories. Listeners of the podcast will come other know that none of us walks this journey alone and encouraged to continue in their healing process.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrianWestChest
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nina knows her grief

    The first time I heard this Podcast, I felt so seen (and heard) because Nina provided a space for people to share openly about their grief particularly with sibling loss. She also has a unique and qualified talent for deep understanding and the power to help heal. Highly recommend for any griever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mick Jay LA
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

> Listeners feel understood, seen, and supported as they navigate their own grief journeys through her narratives.
> The podcast is praised for providing a space free of toxic positivity, focusing instead on authentic conversations around loss.
> The open, empathetic approach makes listeners feel less alone and honors their pain while also offering hope for healing.
> Nina is a skilled and compassionate host, effortlessly weaving together guest interviews, her personal experience, and grief education.

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Talking Points

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Brothers, Grief, and Identity: Nico Slate on navigating sibling loss, love, and race dynamics
Q: What would you say to Nico after Peter passed?
Hang in there and remember to be good to yourself.
Brothers, Grief, and Identity: Nico Slate on navigating sibling loss, love, and race dynamics
Q: How did writing this book help you process your grief?
Writing the book opened up a certain emotional door for me, allowing me to confront and express my grief more directly.
Brothers, Grief, and Identity: Nico Slate on navigating sibling loss, love, and race dynamics
Q: What made you decide to write your memoir?
I wrote the book first and foremost for my own children, so they could know their uncle Peter and his impact on my life.
Brothers, Grief, and Identity: Nico Slate on navigating sibling loss, love, and race dynamics
Q: What was your relationship with grief prior to Peter's passing?
Prior to my brother's death, grief was incredibly abstract for me, as I had not experienced losing someone in my closest orbit.
Befriending the Unknown: Paula Sager on losing her father, Authentic Movement, and writing The Watch
Q: What would Paula today say to Paula after your father's passing?
Within what feels so dark, there can be so much light.

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This podcast provides a deeply personal exploration of grief, loss, and healing, fueled by the host's own experiences as a bereaved sister. Through a mix of solo episodes and interviews with guest experts, authors, and others who have traversed similar journeys, discussions encompass the multifaceted nature of grief, including its emotional and psychological impacts. The content invites listeners to cultivate an understanding of their own grief or the grief of loved ones, fostering community and support while offering insights and actionable takeaways. With a focus on authenticity, the episodes aim to transform grief into a pathway for meaning and joy, making it a valuable resource for anyone navigating their own experience of loss.

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1. Carl Manlan
2. Charlene Lam
3. Kathy Barron
4. Bianca Alba
5. Tiriq Rashad
6. Kim Burditt-Barlett
7. Dr. Angela Dean
8. Ben Forman

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