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Grief Is My Side Hustle

meghanrjarvis
Grief
Mental Health
Loss
Trauma
Spirituality
Community Support
Resilience
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Trauma Therapy
Divorce
End-Of-Life Care
Grief and Loss
Pediatric Hospice Care
Addiction
Parenting
Death and Dying
Therapy
Hope
Healing

Trauma therapist, writer and podcast host Meghan, found herself on the receiving end of the same treatments she used with her own clients after the death of both her parents within two years of each other. Meghan hosts a weekly discussion with guests who carry personal loss, professional expertise, and a belief that talking about grief and loss helps provide needed support in a world that finds th... more

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Join me this week as I FINALLY get to sit down with one of my favorite artists, (and fellow griever) Rob Strati. Together, we explore how art can serve as a powerful healing tool for grief and loss. We also discuss the emotional depth behind his extr... more

Marty Ross-Dolen is truly magnificent, and I am so grateful to have had an hour of her time this week.

Not only does she hold degrees from Wellesley College and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, she is a gorgeous, incredibly insightful author. Ma... more

In the latest episode of "Grief Is My Side Hustle," I'm joined by author and death doula Darnell Lamont Walker to explore the intricacies of grief, loss, and the importance of open conversations about death. Our heartfelt discussion delves into perso... more

Dave Manheim (host of the Dopey Podcast) is the kind of interview where you totally forget to stick to any sort of parameters and just jump right in...because once he starts a story, you just strap in and go along for the (often hilarious) ride.  

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Recent Guests

Rob Strati
Artist known for transforming broken plates into narrative art about grief and loss
Episode: Ep. 182: The Power of Breaking Plates with Artist Rob Strati
Marty Ross-Dolen
Author of Always There, Always Gone
Author, Always There, Always Gone
Episode: Ep. 181: Marty Ross-Dolen Illuminates a Legacy of Grief in "Always There, Always Gone."
Darnell Lamont Walker
Author, Death Doula
Never Can Say Goodbye (book)
Episode: Ep. 180: Darnell Lamont Walker, Emmy-Nominated Death Doula, on the "Art of a Peaceful End"
Dave Manheim
Co-host of Dopey Podcast, founder of the Dopey Nation community
Dopey Podcast / Dopey Nation
Episode: 179: Dave Manheim on How Grief Shaped His Career--and Formed a "Dopey Nation"
Barry Hoffner
Author of Belonging to the World, survivor of profound loss
Author, Caravan to Class Foundation
Episode: Ep. 178: Barry Hoffner Travels the World with His Grief
Jill Yesko
Documentary filmmaker
Erased (documentary)
Episode: Ep. 177: Jill Yesko Will Not Allow Her Grief- Or Her Mother's Truth- To Be Erased
Dorothy Roberts
An author and researcher focusing on race and marriage
Episode: Ep. 176: Dorothy Roberts on the Mixed Marriage Project
Dr. Alexandra Sowa
Leading specialist in GLP-1 medicines and author of The Ozempic Revolution
Episode: Ep. 175: Dr. Alexandra Sowa Brings a New Perspective to Weight Management and Grief
Elena Brower
Author and teacher, known for her work on grief and vulnerability
Author of Hold Nothing
Episode: Ep. 174: Elena Brower on How to Let Go- and "Hold Nothing"

Hosts

Meghan Reardon-Jarvis
Host of the show; trauma therapist and writer who leads conversations on grief and loss
Chelsea P. Geese
Producer of the podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Great Podcast for grief and more

    I have found this podcast so helpful on my grief journey. I went back to the beginning and have been listening from there. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenna Seaman
    United States6 months ago
  • One of my favorites !!!

    Meghan has an easy snd hopeful way of holding space, while being direct and still kind. I truly appreciate her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllisonLane
    United Statesa year ago
  • The role of the host

    Meghan, I was so happy to find your podcast, and so dearly wanted to learn—personally and professionally—from your experiences and insights.. But I have listened to 3 episodes with growing frustration. You invite outstanding guests, then talk over them, continuously interrupting their story with your own. Partly this is because of the quality of the audio, so that even when you make normal “I’m listening” vocalizations, it cuts off the other speaker. You are the host; please don’t make it so muc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    db from Maryland
    United States2 years ago
  • Great host and show!

    Love Meghan! She makes the conversations so easy and fun. Educational and very insightful all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fergoogles
    United States2 years ago
  • So helpful to those grieving

    Love the openness of the host, the engaging conversations, and the deep and heartfelt stories that emerge through her interviews. So grateful to have found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angelo's Mom
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host for warmth and grounded empathy, while appreciating the range of expert guests.
Many find the conversations healing and validation during grief journeys.
A few listeners note audio pacing and interruptions as areas for improvement.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 182: The Power of Breaking Plates with Artist Rob Strati
Q: How did the plate-based work evolve from a personal gesture to a global art practice?
Rob describes discovering patterns on inherited Blue Willow china, experimenting with miniatures and larger plates, and leveraging social media and exhibitions to connect emotionally with audiences, turning a private act into a public dialogue.
Ep. 182: The Power of Breaking Plates with Artist Rob Strati
Q: What brings you into the world of grief and loss?
Rob explains that grief entered through a personal moment with a broken heirloom plate and the way repairing it through art allowed him to process loss and create something expansive and meaningful.
Ep. 181: Marty Ross-Dolen Illuminates a Legacy of Grief in "Always There, Always Gone."
Q: What was it like to transcribe and converse with your grandmother through her letters, and how did that influence the book's voice?
Transcribing the letters allowed the author to hear her grandmother's voice and gave rise to free-flowing dialogues in the manuscript, creating a powerful, intimate dynamic that helped shape the book's narrative and emotional arc.
Ep. 181: Marty Ross-Dolen Illuminates a Legacy of Grief in "Always There, Always Gone."
Q: How did you come to know the story of your grandparents and their deaths, and how did that shape your writing?
She describes the Park Slope crash, the Highlights legacy, and how archival materials and letters opened a path to tell not just the tragedy but the life and character of her grandmother, leading to a structured memoir that blends memory with historical context.
Ep. 181: Marty Ross-Dolen Illuminates a Legacy of Grief in "Always There, Always Gone."
Q: What brings you into the world of grief and loss?
The guest explains she was born into the grief through her family history, carrying the memory of her grandparents' deaths, which shaped her life and work. She describes how grief became a narrative thread that she learned to inhabit and investigate over time.

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What is Grief Is My Side Hustle about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, empathetic show centered on grief, trauma, and end-of-life experiences, often pairing therapists, researchers, and writers with guests who share deeply personal loss journeys. Conversations blend clinical insight with intimate storytelling to normalize difficult topics, explore healing practices, and illuminate how loss shapes identity, health, and relationships. Notable threads include end-of-life care, pediatric hospice, race and family histories, and the ways grief can inspire advocacy, creativity, and community. The format tends to combine expert guidance with vulnerable narratives, offering practical reflections for supporting others through loss as well as tools for personal processing. A standout element is the breadth ... more

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Recent guests on Grief Is My Side Hustle include:

1. Rob Strati
2. Marty Ross-Dolen
3. Darnell Lamont Walker
4. Dave Manheim
5. Barry Hoffner
6. Jill Yesko
7. Dorothy Roberts
8. Dr. Alexandra Sowa

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