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Grief Out Loud

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Remember the last time you tried to talk about grief and suddenly everyone left the room? Grief Out Loud is opening up this often avoided conversation because grief is hard enough without having to go through it alone. We bring you a mix of personal stories, tips for supporting children, teens, and yourself, and interviews with bereavement professionals. Platitude and cliché-free, we promise! Grie... more

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For many, September 11th is a shared, historical tragedy. But for today's guest, it is a personal anniversary - the day his father died.

David Ferrugio was twelve years old when his dad was killed in the World Trade Center. Twenty-five years later,... more

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What happens when grief isn't an exception, but a constant presence?

In this episode, Jana talks with researcher and educator Nora Gross about her book, Brothers in Grief: The Hidden Toll of Gun Violence on Black Boys and Their Schools, which follo... more

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Is it harder when someone dies suddenly, or when you know their death is coming?

It's a question that comes up often in grief spaces, and there's no easy answer. Both are hard - just in different ways.

In this episode, Aimee Craig talks about g... more

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How do you talk with children about death, dying, and grief - especially when the truth feels impossible to say?

Most adults feel unprepared to tell a child that someone in their life has an advanced serious illness or has died. There's often a dee... more

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David Ferrugio
Host of DEAD Talks; author
DEAD Talks, forthcoming book author
Episode: Learning From Grief - David Ferrugio On Memory, Meaning, And Moving Forward
Nora Gross
Sociologist, ethnographer, documentary filmmaker, and assistant professor of education at Barnard College
Barnard College/Columbia University
Episode: Brothers In Grief: Nora Gross On Cumulative Loss & Gun Violence
Aimee Craig
Long-time Dougy Center volunteer and former host of Who Died on Grief Out Loud
Who Died / Dougy Center
Episode: It's All Hard - Sudden vs Anticipated Loss
Camila Crews
Founder of Sorry for Your Loss Cards
Sorry for Your Loss Cards
Episode: What Happens When You Stop Outrunning Grief? Camila Crews & Sorry For Your Loss (Cards)
Dr. Allen Lipscomb
Professor of Social Work; Associate Chair at California State University Northridge; Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker
California State University Northridge; private practice
Episode: When Grief Gets Silenced: Supporting Black Youth & Families With Dr. Allen Lipscomb
N'Keya Peters-Camille
Social worker, certified grief yoga instructor, grief educator, creator of Hope journal
Independent; involved in Grief Yoga and community grief work
Episode: A Mother's Legacy, A Daughter's Grief - N'keya Peters-Camille
Kailey Bradley
Dr. Kailey Bradley, counselor and educator focused on grief, with personal experience of chronic illness and infertility
Refuge Counseling; Ohio Bereavement Collaborative
Episode: What If Grief Care Is Preventative Care? Dr. Kailey Bradley
Marisa Renee Lee
Author and grief advocate, author of Grief Is Love and Waiting for Dawn
Author; Grief Is Love; Waiting for Dawn
Episode: Waiting for Dawn: Marisa Renee Lee on Living with Grief, Illness, and Uncertainty
Shelby Forsythia
Grief coach, podcaster, and author
Life After Loss Academy; Grief Growers; author of Of Course, I'm Here, Right Now
Episode: Words Matter: What To Say When Someone Is Grieving - Shelby Forsythia

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Jana DeCristofaro
Host of Grief Out Loud

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 460 ratings
  • always valuable thoughts

    thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lalilasf
    United States2 months ago
  • Real Stuff from Real People

    This has been a great tool to be able to hear the truth and honesty of the most human experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmf562
    United States3 months ago
  • Grateful for Grief out Loud

    I just lost my husband 1 month after our honeymoon suddenly & unexpectedly. This podcast is a lifeline to be in my grief. And was able to meet Christina Babich after her traumatic and tragic episode. I finally feel seen and heard understanding there is grief and trauma and so many secondary losses. Thank you for creating this safe space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JA ladies
    Canada5 months ago
  • Grief out loud

    I really like this podcast. I’m a grieving mother and hungry for stories involving grief at losing a child; in my case he was 22 years old. He and his girlfriend died together. One of the 110,000 kids in 2021 that accidentally took something laced with fentanyl. They were college students, athletes and good kids. I will never be the same

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PegsCats
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you so much for the 57 Fridays episode. Meeting Havi and hearing her mom’s faith and grief helped me feel less lonely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BB girl 20
    United Statesa year ago

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The host asks compassionate, insightful questions that encourage honest sharing.
Content is relatable, practical, and supportive for those grieving.
Guests are mindful and knowledgeable across grief topics.
Episodes feel like a safe space for difficult conversations.
The variety of guests helps listeners feel seen and understood.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brothers In Grief: Nora Gross On Cumulative Loss & Gun Violence
Q: What are the practical implications for schools based on your findings?
Schools need more counselors and trauma-informed adults who are not evaluators or disciplinarians, spaces that value student agency, and mentors who can sit with grief rather than insist on a quick return to normal; funding and training in grief-sensitive approaches are essential.
Brothers In Grief: Nora Gross On Cumulative Loss & Gun Violence
Q: How did you come to study grief in this particular school in Philadelphia?
The project emerged from experiences as a teacher in Chicago and then moving to Philadelphia to work with students who had lost friends to gun violence; connections with a principal and a community allowed me to embed as an ethnographer and follow the students over two years.
It's All Hard - Sudden vs Anticipated Loss
Q: How did your dad's sudden death at 23 shape your approach to your mom's cancer diagnosis years later?
The sudden loss sharpened her awareness of time and care, leading to a desire to be present with her mom and to relocate closer for support, while recognizing the differences in caregiving dynamics between the two deaths.
It's All Hard - Sudden vs Anticipated Loss
Q: So tell us about your parents. What was your relationship like with each of them?
Aimee describes a close, shared childhood with her dad, who was loving and curious, and a practical, busier relationship with her mom, who showed up in caregiving and family routines, especially as a grandmother.
When Grief Gets Silenced: Supporting Black Youth & Families With Dr. Allen Lipscomb
Q: What would you focus on first if you could change the landscape of grief support for Black youth and families?
I would prioritize educating and supporting providers—clinicians and school staff—on recognizing, assessing, and facilitating the healing of grief in Black youth, while embedding culturally responsive practices and community involvement both inside and outside schools.

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Grief Out Loud is a compassionate show that center-stages real stories of loss, healing, and practical guidance for navigating grief across a spectrum of experiences. Episodes run the gamut from personal bereavement journeys to expert-led conversations on non-death losses, cultural considerations, and community-based support. A standout trait is its commitment to stigma-free dialogue, actionable caregiving tips, and rituals that honor both joy and sorrow. The format often blends intimate storytelling with research-backed frameworks, making it helpful for listeners coping with grief themselves or supporting others, as well as for professionals seeking deeper understanding of bereavement dynamics in families, schools, and communities.

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Recent guests on Grief Out Loud include:

1. David Ferrugio
2. Nora Gross
3. Aimee Craig
4. Camila Crews
5. Dr. Allen Lipscomb
6. N'Keya Peters-Camille
7. Kailey Bradley
8. Marisa Renee Lee

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