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Dying of Laughter

Chelsea London Lloyd | Comedian + Grief Galwww.daughtersofsickparents.com
DYING OF LAUGHTER with Chelsea London Lloyd is a podcast featuring interviews with millennial comedians and funny-at-heart humans with a deceased parent or sibling. Lloyd grew up with two sick parents; her dad died of ALS after a 15 year journey + her mom currently combats stage 4 metastatic breast cancer for the second time. Bonus episodes include interviews with grief counselors, funeral directors, cancer survivors, previvors, therapists, life coaches, oncologists + genetic counselors to name a few.
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Episodes

Losing Your Mom to Ovarian Cancer with Comedian Lucas O'Neil

Lucas O’Neil is a New York-based stand-up and writer. After moving to Chicago from the great state of Maine, Lucas quickly established himself as one of the most promising young comedians in the country. His mix of playfulness and intellect has garnered national attention at various festivals - including the prestigious Limestone, Laughing Skull and Bridgetown Comedy Festivals. Just before the pandemic, Lucas was featured as a Breakout Artist at Caroline’s on Broadway, and prior to that, he was ...

Jun 22, 20211 hr 14 min

Losing Your Mom and Starting a Grief Community with Alica Forneret

Alica Forneret is an educator and consultant from California. She runs a business in the end of life space and its mission is to facilitate spaces for people to navigate their grief. Her writing and work has been featured in the LA Times, NY Times, GQ, HuffPost, and more. For fun she likes to make epic (plant-based) cheeseboards. Today we discuss the loss of her mother to various complications. We also discuss the complexities of grief when you're adopted, and her fabulous event, CAREGIVING 2021...

Jun 11, 202146 min

Losing Your Dad to Heart Disease with Actress & VO Artist Sabra May

Sabra May is an actor and voice over artist from Portland, OR, currently living in LA. Recent credits include playing Dakota Smith in Cyberpunk 2077, and voicing the character of Sheepdog in the upcoming film Marmaduke. For fun she likes peer into people's houses at dusk and critique their interiors. Today we discuss the loss of her father to heart disease. We also talk about loss as an only child, how loss effects parenting choices, alcoholism, and growing up Chinese, indigenous, and white. @sa...

Jun 04, 20211 hr 10 min

The Power of Therapy & Losing Your Dad to Pancreatic Cancer with Margaret Doherty, LMFT

Margaret Doherty is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who practices in Long Island, NY. Over her 8 years of clinical experience her goal as a therapist is to give her clients a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive space to help them move through the situations they feel stuck in. Her career has allowed her to work closely with clients during life transitions, communication problems in their relationships, work on having a healthy relationship with their body, grief, mourning and working thr...

May 24, 202155 min

Losing Your Dad to a Heart Attack with Christine Mulhearne, Former Advertising Style Director at Oprah Magazine

Christine Mulhearne, inspired by the mission statement of O, The Oprah Magazine, where she was the former Advertising Style Director for the past 13 years, has recently launched: "Currently Leaping" - her latest adventure on how to live your best life. Follow her on Instagram, @christinemulhearne, where she has pep talks regularly, words of encouragement to share, shopping lists prepared, and cocktails on ice! Today, we discuss the loss of her dad, who passed away very unexpectedly, when she was...

May 14, 20211 hr 1 min

BONUS: Putting Yourself First with Self-Love Coach Paul Fishman

Today we talk about the value of putting yourself first, how not to compare ourselves to other people, and the differences between self-care and self-love. Paul Fishman is a self-love coach, business mentor and you-do-you activist. He hosts the top rated podcast THE ROAD TO SELF LOVE and has been lauded for creating safe spaces, compassionate courses and a community that is warm and welcoming. @paulfishman Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast / DyingOfLaughterPodcast@gmail.com Do you like this show?...

May 04, 20211 hr 17 min

Losing Your Dad to Liver Cancer with Business Communication Coach Renée Marino

Renée Marino is a Professional Communication coach from New Jersey, chosen by Yahoo Finance as one of the, "Top 10 Communication Coaches to Follow in 2021." Her mission is to empower entrepreneurs to create 1-on-1 connections in their business, broaden their reach, and give their brand a personality beyond a logo and photos through the power of connecting on camera. For fun, she likes to eat, dance, sing and write. Today we discuss the loss of her father to cancer, having a miscarriage, and how ...

Apr 27, 20211 hr 17 min

Losing Your Son in a Car Accident After Cancer with Shelley Buck

Shelley Buck is an author, artist, and jewelry designer who moved from the Midwest to California to follow her dream of working for Disney. When her first son, Ryder, 22, was diagnosed with cancer she began to write their story. Her lessons in parenting and the power of Ryder’s spirit offer profound messages for living in the light. Her book, "Leave Your Light On", is about the life and death of her first son, Ryder, who beat cancer only to die in a car accident a few months later. Shelley is ma...

Apr 21, 202150 min

BONUS: Talking To The Other Side (& My Dad) with Medium Natalie Miles

Natalie Miles is a Channeler for the Collective, Psychic Medium, Writer, Speaker and Host of the top spiritual podcast on iTunes, “So You Think You’re Intuitive?” Today we talk about how she communicates with the other side, how to connect to your intuition, and what it's like channeling the dead. It’s her mission to make intuition accessible and be the “door opener” for others to connect to their intuition. She shares approachable, grounded, and easy-to-digest guidance on learning how to connec...

Apr 12, 202152 min

Losing Your Dad to Suicide with Comedian Danny Murphy (Betches, SiriusXM)

So stoked to have spoken with the hilarious Danny Murphy! DANNY MURPHY is a comedian and media host who you can hear every week on Betches Media's Not Another True Crime Podcast . On top of that, he hosts a pop culture segment on SiriusXM's Bennington and is kind of always on Instagram. Today Danny opens up about losing his father to suicide. @kashmeredanny. Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast DyingOfLaughterPodcast@gmail.com Do you like this show? Leaving a review on Apple Podcasts is extremely ap...

Apr 06, 20211 hr 11 min

Breaking Down BRCA & Genetic Counseling with Erica L. Silver, MS, LCGC

The BRCA mutation is becoming more increasingly discussed; today you will learn more about BRCA, what it is, and if proceeding with genetic counseling is a fit for you. So thrilled to have Erica L. Silver MS, LCGC on today, who was the special guest speaker at my podcast launch party last year! Erica L. Silver, MS, LCGC is a licensed and certified genetic counselor specializing in cancer genetics and hereditary cancer syndromes. She received her Bachelor's degree from California State University...

Mar 22, 20211 hr 20 min

Losing Your Parents + Starting a Company with Founder of BTR Bar, Ashley Nickelsen

Today Ashley opens up about losing both of her parents to cancer. Her mom died of Leiomyosarcoma and her dad died of Appendiceal cancer both within the past 6 years when Ashley was in her late 20s. We also discuss her dog's cancer treatments & she shares what it has been like to start your own company during a pandemic. Ashley Marie, a serial snacker since birth, is the Founder & Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R. Bar. Ashley started the company in honor of her parents, determined to pass on ...

Mar 09, 202157 min

Losing Your Dad & Brother with Audrey Moore of Audrey Helps Actors

Audrey Moore is a working actress and 'actor advocate' living in Los Angeles. She is a proud SAG/AFTRA member whose credits include Netflix's Godless, Ryan Murphy's Feud, AMC's Better Call Saul, Castle Rock, Lucifer, NCIS and many more. Her mission is to provide relief through entertainment and understanding. For fun she likes to go to LACMA and sob over the tremendous work and inspiration of various creative artists throughout history. Today we discuss loss of her beloved father, Patrick to Lun...

Feb 28, 20211 hr 22 min

Costco & Clubhouse: Quick Recs You'll Love

Okay, you're going to be obsessed! Three must-haves from Costco because #life and why you should get on Clubhouse. Frozen Greek yogurt bites, spaghetti squash "pasta," and no sugar keto cups. https://cliosnacks.com/ https://www.solely.com/spaghetti-squash/ https://thenosugarcompany.com/ Say hi! dyingoflaughterpodcast@gmail.com @dyingoflaughter_podcast

Feb 21, 20217 min

The Long Arc of Loss with NYT Best Selling Author Hope Edelman

Hope Edelman has been in the bereavement field for 25+ years. She was 17 when she lost her mom to breast cancer & 40 when her father died, which inspired her to offer grief education and support. Hope’s first book, Motherless Daughters, was a #1 New York Times bestseller and appeared on multiple bestseller lists worldwide. Her most recent book, The AfterGrief, offers an innovative new language for discussing the long arc of loss. Hope has also published articles in The New York Times, The Lo...

Feb 01, 20211 hr 22 min

DONE WITH ADULTING |Grief, Mourning & Confronting Loss with Chelsea London Lloyd

Sharing my interview today on the DONE WITH ADULTING podcast! Are you ‘adulting’ nonstop and still feeling the need to keep up? Asia and Jareed, your resident millennials, will break down societal expectations of "Adulting" with topics from education, careers, and finances to friendships, marriage, social media pressures, and more! @donewithadultingpod Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast Want to nominate a guest? Join the newsletter? Be a cool human? Let's talk! dyingoflaughterpodcast@gmail.com...

Jan 23, 20211 hr 2 min

Losing Your Parents with Comedian Samantha Hale

"I hang out with comics and drag queens. My make up is on point, my jokes are funny, and I'm gonna die alone." Born and raised in LA, Sam Hale is following in the comedic footsteps of Her grandfather, Alan Hale Jr., The Skipper on Gilligan’s Island. She hosts + produces “Ruthless People,” in West Hollywood, was recently featured on “Laughs” on FOX, and has performed in festivals such as The World Series of Comedy Las Vegas, She Devil NY, MidWest Fest, and Laughing Skull Atlanta. @thesamanthahale

Jan 17, 20211 hr 18 min

Losing Your Dad to Cancer with Actress Brie Eley

BRIE ELEY is an actress/creator. She trained at Marymount Manhattan College and BADA at Oxford University. She apprenticed at Actors Theatre of Louisville before performing regionally at the Kennedy Center. TV Credits include: 2 Broke Girls, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Criminal Minds, and the Peacock reboot of Saved By the Bell. She is the founder of Here and Ready, a community for Black actresses that offers free seminars and lateral mentorship. Today we discuss the loss of Brie's father to cancer. @br...

Jan 08, 20211 hr 26 min

3 Treats You'll Love in 2021

What is the opposite of New Year's health goals? I'm not sure, but possibly recommending 3 of my favorite treats instead! Because healthier dessert = worth your while! Followed by some of my thoughts going into the new year. We're doing great! UNREAL Chocolate Fav: Dark Chocolate Coconut Bars https://getunreal.com/#products STICKY FINGERS Scones Fav: Lemony Poppyseed https://stickyfingersbakeries.com/ Brady's Bakery Fav: The OMFG https://bradysbakery.com/...

Jan 03, 20219 min

The Best of Dying of Laughter 2020: Ben Whitehair, Emily Cook & Brooke Burgstahler

Ending this year with a curated episode, consisting of some of the most downloaded episodes of this year. Thank you for being here! Ben Whitehair: Losing Your Mom to Breast Cancer/Mental Illness - Ep 34 Emily Cook: Losing Your Mom to Suicide - Ep 33 Brooke Burgstahler: Losing Your Brother in High School - Ep 5 Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast | @_chelswhoelse_

Dec 23, 202037 min

Happy Holidays My Friend

It's been a year, friends. What you bring to this world adds value. A quick reminder that you are the f*cking shit and my yearly wrap-up of what I'm grateful for. Thank you for being here, and thank you for being you! Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast | @_chelswhoelse_ Book Recs by Hope Edelman: Motherless Daughters The AfterGrief If you've enjoyed listening this year, please considering leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! Want to nominate a guest? DyingOfLaughterPodcast@gmail.com...

Dec 20, 20205 min

Losing Your Parents With Actor Mark Jacobson (NCIS: LA, 911, The Resident)

Mark Jacobson is an actor, improviser, and audition coach from Phoenix, AZ. Credits include NCIS: LA, 9-1-1, The Resident, How to Get Away with Murder, Speechless, and Bigger. As a voice actor, Mark can be heard in NBA 2K21, Wasteland 3, Genshin Impact, and as a Series Regular on Nickelodeon's I Am Frankie. Today Mark opens up about losing his dad in childhood and his mom in college. @sirmarkofj Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast Write in, recommend a guest, or send a voice memo to: dyingoflaughte...

Dec 18, 202054 min

Losing Your Mom in High School with Actor Max Adler (Glee, Switched at Birth, Trial of the Chicago 7)

Max Adler is a powerhouse of a person. Today we dive deep into the complexities of losing your mom, becoming a dad, and the wild journey that is an acting career in Los Angeles. Most significantly, we discuss the loss of his mother when Max was in high school. While she ultimately died of a heart attack, Max's mother combatted Lyme Disease as well as muscular dystrophy. Born in Queens, New York and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, Adler is a cast member of the 2011 Golden Globe Winner for Best Tel...

Nov 29, 20201 hr 32 min

Losing Your Mom to a Brain Aneurysm with Activist Liz Peralta

Liz Peralta is 27 years old and lives in Brooklyn, NY. She works for Rethink Food NYC, a nonprofit organization with the mission to create a sustainable and equitable food system. For fun she plays the saxophone, spends time with her loved ones, and fights to empower others! Today we discuss the loss of her mother to a brain aneurysm while Liz was in college. @Lperr Liz's Blog: https://dontcallmenigger.wordpress.com/ Want to nominate a guest? Have questions? Craving community? You can write in o...

Nov 16, 20201 hr 12 min

What Got Me Through 2020

Please take care of yourselves today. Sharing a few resources to relieve a little stress. Here are some wonderful things that got me through 2020: -FREE books & audiobooks via Libby (the public library's app) #gamechanger -virtual therapy via BetterHelp -food porn / recipes via @HalfBakedHarvest & @LizMoody -making ice-cream out of bananas via the YoNanas machine -podcasts like Almost30 & Mindbodygreen -self help books | The Power of Now & Essentialism: Do Less & Accomplish M...

Nov 05, 202010 min

Losing Your Dad to Gun Violence with Content Manager Chann Daily

Today we discuss the loss of Chann's father to gun violence when he was 7 years old. Chann Daily is an experienced social media, influencer relations, and content marketing manager. Driven by storytelling, he takes pride in providing the best consumer centered approach to content possible. Chann has helped build successful brands for influencers, small businesses, and high-profile world leaders, reaching millions of people. He holds a degree from Elon University. @ChannDaily @optionb...

Nov 01, 20201 hr 9 min

Losing Your Dad to Prostate Cancer With Writer & Nutritionist Kristina Denton

Kristina Denton is an LA based award-winning, international actress, writer & producer. She recently starred in a Chinese TV series that raked in 100 million viewers each night and her latest comedy short film, “Bonded", played at Dances with Films, HollyShorts and opened Austin Film Festival in 2019. She stars in the iHeartRadio podcast hit SOLVE, available on Apple Podcasts. @kristina7denton Watch Bonded: https://filmshortage.com/dailyshortpicks/bonded/ Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast...

Oct 21, 202052 min

A Few Fun Recs to Get Your Mind Off Things

Popping in today to share a few recs to take your mind off the heaviness that is 2020: READING: MAN'S SEARCH FOR MEANING by Viktor Frank & THE POWER OF NOW by Eckhart Tolle LISTENING-AudioBook: MORE THAN ENOUGH by Elaine Welteroth LISTENING-Pod: NICE WHITE PARENTS DOWNLOADING-Libby | Read & Listen to Books for FREE DROOLING OVER IG: LIZ MOODY @lizmoody If you like these recs, leaving a review on iTunes is extremely appreciated! Say hi! What are you going through? @dyingoflaughter_podcast...

Oct 05, 202012 min

Losing Your Mom to Breast Cancer/Mental Illness with Entrepreneur & Actor Ben Whitehair

Homeschooled Colorado cowboy turned actor & entrepreneur, Ben Whitehair plays FBI Agent Banks opposite Matthew McConaughey in the film GOLD. He stars in the film AMELIA 2.0, and select television appearances include THE NIGHT SHIFT, BETTER CALL SAUL, GRIMM & MANHATTAN. Ben is a champion for social change through art and business, is the CIO of TSMA Consulting, and co-founder of Working.Actor. He serves on the National Board of SAG-AFTRA. @benwhitehair @working.actor 10% of Virtual Therap...

Sep 20, 20201 hr 25 min

Losing Your Mom to Suicide with Casting Director Emily Cook

Emily Cook is a native Angeleno who has worked in casting on feature films, scripted television, and commercials for the last ten years. Casting credits include Supergirl (the CW,) Star Trek Discovery (CBS All Access) and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (Netflix) to name a few. Today we open up about losing her mother to suicide when she was 11.

Sep 05, 20201 hr 9 min
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