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Grief and Light™

Nina Rodriguez
Grief
Mental Health
Loss
Community Support
Sibling Loss
Rest
Family Dynamics
Podcasting
Holidays
Post-Traumatic Growth
Anticipatory Grief
Therapy
Storytelling
End-Of-Life Planning
Resilience
Mindfulness
Healing
Community Engagement
Children's Grief Support
Experience Camps

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 episod... more

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Latest Episodes

What if you didn't need answers to move forward?

What if the questions themselves are where life begins to open again?

In the first conversation of the Summer Shifts Series, grief educator and Grief and Light™ founder and host Nina Rodriguez joins ... more

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Why can grief feel unexpectedly heavy during the summer?

While the holidays are often recognized as difficult for grieving people, the quieter shifts of summer can bring their own wave of longing, nostalgia, and remembrance. Longer days, changing ro... more

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What happens when grief isn’t as heavy as it once was? 

This candid, multi-voice conversation explores what it means to live fully after loss.

While much of the grief space centers on surviving, this roundtable makes space for what comes after the ... more

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In a world where grief is often tied to family ties and romantic relationships, the loss of a friend can feel isolating and unrecognized.

Hannah Rumsey is a writer, certified Grief Educator, and the founder of Friends Missing Friends. After losing h... more

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Recent Guests

Blair Kaplan Venables
Grief and resilience expert, coach, and founder of The Global Resilience Project
The Global Resilience Project
Episode: Life Beyond Deep Grief: A roundtable on living fully after loss
Kera Sanchez
Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Get Griefy Magazine
Get Griefy Magazine
Episode: Life Beyond Deep Grief: A roundtable on living fully after loss
Tara Accardo
Grief and soul purpose guide, founder of Losses Come Gains
Losses Come Gains
Episode: Life Beyond Deep Grief: A roundtable on living fully after loss
Hannah Rumsey
Writer, certified grief educator, founder of Friends Missing Friends
Friends Missing Friends
Episode: Friend-Loss Grief Is Real: Disenfranchised grief with Hannah Rumsey of Friends Missing Friends
Patrice Poltzer
Gracie Award winning former TODAY Show producer; co-founder of My Story Pro; storyteller and entrepreneur
My Story Pro
Episode: Staying Human in the Era of AI: Storytelling, Grief & Change with Patrice Poltzer
Spencer Moore
Founder of the Hairy Chin podcast; certified women's health coach and educator
Hairy Chin
Episode: Women’s Health & Self-Advocacy: How to Be Heard in Healthcare | Spencer Moore
Dr. Amanda Whitehouse
Licensed psychologist who specializes in food allergy and celiac related anxiety and trauma
The Food Allergy Psychologist
Episode: Food Allergy Anxiety & Chronic Illness | Dr. Amanda Whitehouse on Trauma-Informed Care & Not Feeding Fear
Destiny Rael
Trauma-informed life and grief coach and group facilitator
Self-employed / Coaching practice
Episode: Life After Sibling Loss: Identity, Faith & Following Your Destiny | Destiny Rael
Sylvia Wolfer
Guest on Grief And Light, author and grief facilitator
Episode: Grief Doesn’t Have to Rule the Show: Living Alongside Compounded Grief with Sylvia Wolfer

Host

Nina Rodriguez
Host of Grief And Light; leads conversations on grief, resilience, and meaning; shares personal experience as a bereaved sister.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • Beautiful podcast!

    Nina is an incredible interviewer; she asks thoughtful questions and holds a sacred space. These conversations are truly a salve during hard times. Thank you for creating this beautiful and special podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah R3
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States8 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 States8 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years ago

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The host creates a safe, compassionate space and asks thoughtful questions.
Guests are diverse—educators, survivors, and professionals—delivering meaningful conversations.
Listeners feel seen and supported, with practical grief guidance.

Talking Points

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Staying Human in the Era of AI: Storytelling, Grief & Change with Patrice Poltzer
Q: Why is storytelling so crucial in today's AI-driven landscape?
Storytelling is essential because it creates emotional resonance and trust that raw data or generic AI outputs cannot replicate. It helps people see themselves in a message and neurologically engages the brain, making the message memorable even in a digitally saturated environment.
Women’s Health & Self-Advocacy: How to Be Heard in Healthcare | Spencer Moore
Q: How should listeners discern trustworthy guests for your podcast?
She looks for advocates who understand complexities of female health, prioritizes evidence-based discussion, and avoids solely follower-driven authority; she values diverse sources and collaborations.
Women’s Health & Self-Advocacy: How to Be Heard in Healthcare | Spencer Moore
Q: What are red flags vs green flags in influencers and healthcare advocates?
Red flags include claims of singular, definitive cures and a sales-driven approach; green flags involve acknowledging uncertainty, collaboration, and nuance, and pointing to multiple experts or sources.
Women’s Health & Self-Advocacy: How to Be Heard in Healthcare | Spencer Moore
Q: How did you begin your journey into health advocacy?
Spencer describes discovering Know Your Lemons after her breast cancer diagnosis, becoming a breast health educator, and then expanding into podcasting to teach others how to advocate effectively and access information.
Women’s Health & Self-Advocacy: How to Be Heard in Healthcare | Spencer Moore
Q: What does it mean to advocate for yourself as a female patient?
Advocacy is a practical set of skills—preparation, clear communication, and body awareness—that enable women to describe their symptoms accurately, present data in a way clinicians understand, and seek appropriate testing and second opinions without being aggressive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grief and Light™

What is Grief and Light™ about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, trauma-informed show centered on grief, resilience, and meaning-making. Across episodes, listeners hear from grief educators, survivors, and professionals who discuss living with loss, transforming pain into purpose, and building supportive communities. Sessions blend personal stories with practical tools—somatic practices, rituals, and mindful routines—often highlighting continuing bonds, post-traumatic growth, and inclusive conversations about non-death losses. The format ranges from solo reflections to roundtable-style interviews, and a recurring emphasis on honesty, compassion, and actionable guidance makes it a valuable resource for grievers, clinicians, and anyone seeking guidance on navigating loss with vulnerability an... more

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Recent guests on Grief and Light™ include:

1. Blair Kaplan Venables
2. Kera Sanchez
3. Tara Accardo
4. Hannah Rumsey
5. Patrice Poltzer
6. Spencer Moore
7. Dr. Amanda Whitehouse
8. Destiny Rael

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