Anita and Mel interview young bereaved mom, Sarah Bertola (age 25), who also happens to play a mean valve trombone....or used to. Anita's mind is blown and discovers she needs help remembering her own name. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com P...
Aug 24, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Fellow widow podcaster, LaRell (Zelda) Steele from Widowland Life, joins Anita and Mel and tells her messy grief story. *WARNING - the topics covered in this episode may not be suitable for all listeners*. To contact LaRell about spousal drug addiction support, email her at widowlandlife@gmail.com Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professio...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Anita and Mel interview Treagan White (@heyurkimshusband), widower of instagram famous Kim White (@KimCanKickIt). Treagan shares his unique view as a widower in the public eye, and the trio discusses everything from experiencing loss during Covid to whose business it is when a widow/widower decides to even *think* about dating. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off...
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 32 min
Life Coach Shawna Morrissey gives Mel, Anita, and their listeners some tips and tricks in the coping strategy department. Life Coach resources: www.thelifecoachschool.com Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done secu...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Former rollerskating Aussie Jennifer Steele talks to Anita and Mel about her adventures being a new widow during the fires and pandemic. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post ...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Anita and Mel interview former touring singer now-turned-lawyer, Ashley Garbe Smith, who is also a widow of 16 years. Ashley shares her story from her newly widowed and childless days at the age of 22 to her current days at age 38 with her second husband and their children. Anita and Mel can't fathom remarriage at this point in their journey, so are very intrigued. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Ou...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Anita and Mel interview Dawn Trythall about her mysterious (to Anita) tragedy. Anita tries to win friends and influence people due to her medical professional status. Mel takes Anita on a widow wife date despite this. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn Bette...
Jun 29, 2020•1 hr 37 min
Anita and Mel interview the widow responsible for the WWDN Widow Wives FB group, Karen Cornejo. If you enjoy tales of international mystery, this episode is for you. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely ...
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Join Anita and Mel as they interview Hillary Childress, a new young widow who listened to her mom and took a break from true crime podcasts, found our show, and is now LIVE!! (Thanks, Mom!!) Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional onli...
Jun 15, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Anita and Mel share lots of laughs and dark humor in an interview with the super fun and funny Liz Mecham - young widow from down under. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post ...
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 26 min
Anita and Mel interview fellow young widow, Christina Sgambato, and glean many tips and tricks, including how to play online corn hole (WHUUUT?!) Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: T...
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Anita and Mel interview Mindi Holmgren who was widowed during her 3rd trimester of pregnancy in 2019. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you ma...
May 25, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Anita and Mel interview international widower extraordinaire, David Kelly. The trio sends out a call to fellow widower, Liam Neeson, so David can have more widower friends. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done se...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Anita and Mel interview widow cousin, Brittany Bussio. To wear the ring or not to wear the ring - that is the question. The trio delves into topics never before discussed on the podcast. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online t...
May 11, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Therapist Kristi Naumann gives an insightful interview on grief, different types of therapy (including EMDR), and her surfing experience. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Anita and Mel welcome special guest Beckie Menzie from Chicago. Beckie keeps it real, honest, and good-natured while talking candidly about her experience with widowhood and life. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy ...
Apr 27, 2020•49 min
Anita, Mel, and special guest Lynne discuss a variety of widowhood topics, among them including psychics. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If yo...
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 14 min
Anita and Mel discuss topics with special guest, newly-widowed Rebecca Robbins. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may r...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 14 min
The lost story from episode 16 has been found. Wacky Widow Awareness has officially begun! Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purcha...
Apr 09, 2020•14 min
Anita and Mel are still alive while in quarantine. Special impromptu appearances by Anita's minions make for a fun episode. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affi...
Mar 24, 2020•25 min
Mel shares her experiences over the past month since she moved to NYC. Anita was nominated for another fancy award and needs all the votes she can get. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclai...
Feb 26, 2020•58 min
Anita and Mel share their favorite awkward moments from their travels through widowdom. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase,...
Jan 31, 2020•56 min
Where in the world (literally) are Anita and Mel? The duo delves into the concept of meeting people where they are on their grief journey. Anita falls down a well for half the episode, but the podcast lives on. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.c...
Jan 21, 2020•38 min
In Episode 12, Anita and Mel discuss how they survived the holiday and deathiversary season during their month-long podcast hiatus. Anita considers teaching jazz clarinet lessons. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy ...
Jan 08, 2020•54 min
Episode 11 - The Coping Cabana by Anita and Mel Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra ...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Anita and Mel discuss the riveting topic of headstones. Anita realizes that one cannot survive a sugarless life during the first holiday season as a widow. Mel obsesses over dogs. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy ...
Nov 26, 2019•58 min
Anita saves Mel's life after a medical procedure. They discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly types of cheese. Soon after, they get into the nitty gritty of the myths of grief. Anita wonders if her three year old is a drug dealer. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp....
Nov 18, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Anita and Mel tell "what-not-to-say" stories. They also discuss their love for cheese. Well, most cheese.... Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If...
Nov 12, 2019•59 min
In episode 7, Anita and Mel discuss holidays, anniversaries, and tell a few silly stories. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purcha...
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 4 min
In Episode 6, Anita and Mel talk about the early days of grief and offer insight into what others can do to help if they aren't quite sure what to do. Help us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon for just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdn This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Our listeners receive a 10% discount off their first month of professional online counseling with this unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdn BetterHelp.com Professional online therapy done securely online Disclaim...
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr
