
Maya Roffler created The Surviving Siblings® after losing her brother Andreas to homicide in 2016 — a loss that changed her life forever. In the painful years that followed, she discovered what so many grieving siblings silently endure: while there are resources for parents who lose a child, support for surviving siblings is almost nonexistent. The grief of losing a brother or sister is profound, ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthSociety & CulturePersonal JournalsHealth & Fitness | |||

On episode 10 of season 8 of The Surviving Siblings® Podcast, guest host Chelsey McHale takes over the mic to interview podcast founder and host Maya Roffler in a deeply personal and reflective conversation.
With 2026 marking 10 years since the los... more
On episode 9 of Season 8 of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host, Maya Roffler sits down with Katherine Mandzak, a writer and advocate, as she opens up about losing her beloved younger brother Colin to a rare and aggressive form of bile duct cancer.... more
On episode 8 of Season 8 of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host, Maya Roffler speaks with Dan Dunsmore, a devoted brother, father, and educator who shares the heartbreaking story of losing his sister Patti at just 13 years old to a sudden and misdi... more
On episode 7 of Season 8 of The Surviving Siblings Podcast®, host, Maya Roffler sits down with Dawn, a surviving sibling who opens up about the unexpected loss of her brother Justin, just weeks before his wedding day.
Dawn shares the full arc of th... more
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After loosing my little brother, I found it very difficult to find resources for sibling loss; until I stumbled upon “The Surviving Siblings” Podcast in January 2025. I’ve never felt more seen or included since my brother’s passing. I was given the opportunity to share my grief journey in Season 8 and I still can’t put into words how healing this was for me. I encourage anyone who is navigating how lonely sibling loss can be to take a listen and join this amazing community. Thank you for everyth... more
I am blown away by how well you are able to articulate your story Maya thank you for talking about this deep, tough, super honest subject and helping so many
Reena Watts
Better Call Daddy host
This podcast has been so insightful and reassuring that I am not alone in my grief. To hear the stories of other bereaved siblings and their healing journey has encouraged me that I will be in that place one day.
By far the best podcast on sibling loss! Maya shares her story in the first season and then, has incredible guests come on and give hope to all the grieving siblings out there. It’s truly such a gift to the grieving sibling community.
I listened to a few of these podcasts it gives a glimpse of hope losing a sibling to something, the grief never goes away and to have the podcast here to listen to is a blessing 💕
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This podcast focuses on the shared experiences of individuals who have lost siblings, bringing to light the often overlooked and profoundly painful journey of sibling loss. Listeners can expect to hear heartfelt narratives that explore themes of grief, healing, and hope, as each episode features a guest sharing their unique story, highlighting the emotional complexities tied to sibling relationships and loss. The host fosters a safe and supportive environment where listeners can relate, process their emotions, and find solace in knowing they are not alone in their experiences.
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