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Two Dancing Widows

Toni and Hettie
Resilience
Grief
Autoimmune Diseases
Community
Lupus
Neuromyelitis Optica
Healing
Travel
Life After Loss
Misdiagnosis
Self-Advocacy
Brandy Dexter
Love
Emotional Well-Being
Traveling
Pancreatic Cancer
Alzheimer's Disease
Loss
Caregiving
Support Systems

Finding life after loss, Two Dancing Widows dives into the stories of resilience, hope, and transformation. Hosts Toni and Hettie welcome new guests each week, from widowers and life coaches to those battling severe illness, who share their journeys through struggle and their paths back to joy. This podcast is for anyone navigating grief or simply looking for inspiration to live and love deeply ag... more

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In this episode, Toni and Hettie explore that all too familiar feeling of having “all your pots boiling over.” Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack how grief, responsibilities, financial pressures, and emotional weight can stac... more

In Episode 10, Toni and Hettie explore the complex and often surprising experience of joy after loss. What happens when happiness no longer feels natural? When laughter feels distant, or even undeserved?

This conversation dives into the emotional te... more

Toni and Hettie explore the quiet, everyday moments where grief lingers, often unnoticed by the outside world but deeply felt within. Through honest reflection and heartfelt conversation, they share how small rituals, like a simple cup of coffee, can... more

In this episode, Toni and Hettie explore the delicate and often complicated journey of reconnecting after loss. From rebuilding social connections to rediscovering joy in everyday moments, they share honest reflections on what it means to open yourse... more

In this episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie sit down with Yohance Lacour—an artist, writer, and Chicago native whose life story is as compelling as it is inspiring.

Yohance opens up about his early love for storytelling, the path that led... more

In Flying Away Part 2, Toni and Hettie continue their conversation about the dream of “flying away” and what it could really mean to begin again somewhere new. This episode goes beyond wishful thinking and gets into the practical questions: Which pla... more

In Episode 5, “Flying Away,” Toni and Hettie explore the longing many grieving people feel to escape — not necessarily forever, but long enough to catch their breath. From dreams of extended stays abroad to simpler ways of stepping away at home, they... more

In this uplifting episode, Toni and Hettie are joined by Brenda, who shares how she embraced a whole new chapter after retirement. From a long career in speech therapy to discovering her voice as a singer and songwriter, Brenda’s story is a moving re... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Randall
A widower who shares his love story and experiences with Alzheimer's caregiving.
Episode: Alan Randall Interview
Ralph Carter
A widower who shares his journey of love after loss.
Episode: Interview with Ralph and Pat Carter
Pat Carter
A woman who found love after a challenging previous marriage.
Episode: Interview with Ralph and Pat Carter
Felicia Lofton
A certified life coach and employee performance expert
Lofton and Associates
Episode: Interview with Felicia Lofton
Naina Hill
Recently retired advisor from the University of Chicago exploring online dating.
University of Chicago
Episode: The Girls Lunch
Erica Collins
A doctor who has navigated multiple autoimmune disorders, advocating for herself throughout her health journey.
Episode: Interview with Erica Collins, Ph.D.

Hosts

Hettie Collins
Co-host and host of Two Dancing Widows, frequently shares personal experiences with loss and caregiving.
Toni Norrell
Co-host and host of Two Dancing Widows, often leads conversations around resilience, dating after loss, and community healing.
Toni
Multiple episode appearances as a host with a focus on resilience and personal growth.
Hettie
Regular host, known for sharing her experiences with loss and healing.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview with Felicia Lofton
Q: Are those friends that come to you with words, but they're not always the right words?
Felicia discusses how friends often say things to comfort themselves rather than the grieving person, and emphasizes the value of simply being present and listening.
Interview with Felicia Lofton
Q: Help us to give others some strategies, if you will, so that they can reconnect or build those connections.
Felicia explains many people may not have a support system and might feel uncomfortable asking for help, emphasizing the importance of seeking out therapists or groups.
Interview with Felicia Lofton
Q: What would you ask Felicia?
Toni reflects on how support networks helped her during her husband's long illness and wrangles with asking for help while grappling with feelings of loss.

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Resilience, grief, and renewal anchor conversations that center on life after loss. Episodes pair intimate storytelling with practical guidance—from caregiving and health journeys to navigating dating and building support networks—creating a space where listeners can find connection, hope, and strategies to reclaim joy. The show stands out for its warm, candid dynamics between two hosts who share personal experiences with loss and transformation, often featuring guests who speak openly about caregiving, health challenges, and second chances in love and life.

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Recent guests on Two Dancing Widows include:

1. Alan Randall
2. Ralph Carter
3. Pat Carter
4. Felicia Lofton
5. Naina Hill
6. Erica Collins

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