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Widow We Do Now?

Anita and Mel
Grief
Mental Health
Widowhood
Therapy
Parenting
Betterhelp
Cancer
Community Support
Dating
Grief Support
Grief and Loss
Family Dynamics
Holidays
Suicide
Domestic Violence
Music
Depression
Coping Mechanisms
Relationships
Young Widowhood

Widow We Do Now is a podcast created by two young widows, Anita and Mel. Through humor, authenticity, and empathy, they address topics related to grief, death, bereavement, and moving forward through the inescapable pitfalls of young widowhood. They also love cheese.

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What happens when a widowed parent starts dating again? The parent might be ready for companionship, connection, or even a new relationship—but what does that feel like for the kids?

This week, Anita and Mel dig into a survey they conducted with kid... more

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This week, Anita and Mel talk with Sandra Neperud - fellow widow and the creator of The Grief App, a resource designed to help people navigate the messy, unpredictable reality of loss. Sandra joins them from thegriefapp.com/om her travel van,... more

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This week, Anita and Mel sit down with Michael Reed, who experienced an unimaginable loss when his wife and two daughters died in a fire in Gatlinburg, Tennessee in 2016. His son survived, and Michael was left to navigate a grief no parent should eve... more

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What if you had an owner’s manual for yourself? What would it have said before widowhood, and what would it say now?

Mel puts Anita in the hot seat and asks her to imagine her personal owner’s manual — how she operated, what she needed, what people ... more

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Recent Guests

Sandra Neperud
Founder of The Grief App, grief specialist
The Grief App
Episode: Ep. 292 | The Grief App
Dr. Tina Fornwald
Ordined minister, author, nonprofit founder, widow
Widowhood Real Talk with Tina / Non-profit: Widowhood Real Talk with Tina
Episode: Ep. 287 | Learning To Live As A Widow: Dr. Tina Fornwald
Alex Josephson
Architect and tech founder behind Cumulus
Cumulus
Episode: Ep. 286 | A New Way To Remember: Cumulus
Eileen Bellew
Author and widow of John Bellew, firefighter
Author of After John Jumped
Episode: Ep. 281 | After John Jumped: Eileen Bellew
Jessica "Jess"
Guest who survived cystic fibrosis and a double lung transplant
None specified
Episode: Ep. 280 | Choosing to Live: Jess Anderson
Jen Newberg
Widow wellness advocate; founder of Widely Lifey/Widow Wellness Retreats
Widow Lifey (LIFeY)
Episode: Ep. 279 | Widows, Witches, and Wellness with Jennifer Newberg
Christine Fader
Trauma-informed cancer care advocate and speaker who shares her lived experience with her late husband Michael
Independent advocate
Episode: Ep. 278 | Trauma-Informed Cancer Care: Christine Fader
Lauren Salaun
Women's coach focusing on nervous system regulation, subconscious reprogramming, and dating
Lauren Salaun (Coach)
Episode: Ep. 277 | The Modern Dating Survival Guide (Widow Edition) with Lauren Salaun
Dorothy Kane
Widow, teacher and friend of the hosts
Individual episode guest
Episode: Ep. 276 | The Secret Life of a 4-Month Widow Wife: Dorothy Kane

Hosts

Anita
Host and co-host of the show, frequently discussing grief, storytelling, and community.
Mel
Co-host of the show, brings humor and empathy to grief discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 578 ratings
  • Vulnerable, Brave & Hilariously REAL!

    I met Mel while we were working together in Wicked - it all started with her saying, “Well, at least no one died!” We struck up a conversation, and I quickly understood the heart behind Widow We Do Now?

    This podcast is brave, vulnerable, funny, and deeply human. Mel and Anita create space for conversations about grief without making grief the only thing in the room. There is honesty here, but also humor, curiosity, friendship, and life.

    What I appreciate most is the willingness to talk about t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Music Mercenary
    United Statesa month ago
  • Interesting Variety of Guests

    Interesting variety of guests. I appreciate hearing about the different experiences other widows have had. I just listened to the interview with Dr Tina Formwald. It was one of the best episodes I e heard. Thank you for bringing her here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beana423
    United States2 months ago
  • So good

    This podcast has been a lifeline for me. Mel and Anita get it, and they manage to bring a lot of levity to a tough subject.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just me, the walrus
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing

    After listening to many podcasts across various genres, I am astounded WWDN does not have a solid 5 star overall rating. Hence this review. Whenever I need to be entertained, educated, consoled and/or validated, I listen to WWDN. In my early days of grief it really helped and I continue to find it beneficial. Anita and Mel, you are both so great together. Thank you for continuing to deliver a much-needed service to those of us who have lost our person

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fergus’s Mom
    United States7 months ago
  • Widown Right Awesome

    I love this podcast - I started listening from the beginning in my really early days of grief and it has helped me feel so much less alone in a really isolating experience- thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tdotty89
    Canada8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the authentic blend of humor and grief, finding the hosts relatable and supportive.
Guests and topics are diverse, offering practical tools and hopeful perspectives for navigating loss.
Shows are described as comforting, realistic, and empowering for widows and their supporters.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 292 | The Grief App
Q: Tell us how the app works and how it's priced.
The Grief App is a subscription-based tool available in month, six-month, and one-year plans, with a grief-intensive option that includes a lifetime subscription; it also features an orientation, grief wave timer, audio journal, memory book, and workbooks, plus optional grief counselor matchmaking.
Ep. 287 | Learning To Live As A Widow: Dr. Tina Fornwald
Q: How did Tina get involved in ministry and non-profit work?
She described becoming an ordained minister and founding Widowhood Real Talk with Tina as ways to serve others in acute grief, emphasizing authentic care over religious branding and focusing on practical support and community connections.
Ep. 280 | Choosing to Live: Jess Anderson
Q: How did you meet your partner and what was the trajectory after that?
Jess recounts meeting during a hospital stay, learning about CF, a transplant, engagement under fireworks, and marriage, followed by years of health struggles and eventual loss, framed as a profound journey of love and resilience.
Ep. 274 | Dennis "Fitted Sheet" Brozzo
Q: How did you meet Jen and how did that fit into your grieving process?
Dennis describes meeting Jen on Bumble, approaching dating with honesty and tough questions, and gradually integrating a new relationship while continuing to navigate grief with openness and communication.
Ep. 270 | AuDHD, Non-Monagamy, and Car Crying: Julia Robinson
Q: How did you and Terry approach non-monogamy within your relationship, especially while raising Avery?
We discussed it early on and agreed to date other people in a controlled way while remaining each other's primary people, focusing on friendship and support rather than possession, and we found it worked for us, though timelines and comfort levels evolved.

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What is Widow We Do Now? about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two young widows host intimate conversations about grief, resilience, and rebuilding life after loss. Across recent episodes they blend personal storytelling with guest expertise—from medical journeys and trauma-informed care to widow-focused wellness, dating after loss, and community-driven support—often weaving humor with raw honesty. The show consistently emphasizes therapy, support networks, and practical tools to navigate widowhood, while spotlighting ventures and initiatives that help others through grief. A standout throughline is turning intense hardship into purpose, whether through advocacy, education, or community-building, making the show particularly helpful for listeners seeking validation, actionable strategies, and a sense o... more

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Recent guests on Widow We Do Now? include:

1. Sandra Neperud
2. Dr. Tina Fornwald
3. Alex Josephson
4. Eileen Bellew
5. Jessica "Jess"
6. Jen Newberg
7. Christine Fader
8. Lauren Salaun

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