Dying of Laughter

Dr. Natasha Kassam Paris is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT®) Practitioner who has been a practicing physician for over 14 years. She uses her diverse clinical background, rich cultural heritage, and lived experiences to help people transform every facet of their lives, break free from inauthenticity, and create a true sense of belonging. Dr. Natasha's mission to...

Today we discuss what it was like losing Michelle's father, Marty, to Covid-19 in 2020. We talk about about opening up for BuzzFeed's Covid Loss Video, making end-of-life decisions for your parent, what it's like saying good-bye over video chat and more. Michelle Emanuela Ricciardi is an actor and Queens native whose mission is to create inclusive content connecting folks through collaboration and...

Sara Deren is the founder and CEO of Experience Camps, a national non-profit that gives grieving children experiences that change their lives forever. Sara received her MBA from Columbia University and leads Experience Camps with her blend of business background and passion to make the world a better place. In 2020, she received an award for "Best Entrepreneur" from Connecticut Entrepreneur Awards...

Today I am sharing my interview on my friend Ashley Sondergaard's podcast, Yoga Magic! Ashley generously shares her experience having a miscarriage in Ep 91 of her show. You can learn more on her IG: @yogamagicpodcast Yoga Magic hosted by Ashley Sondergaard explores the world of self-care and self-discovery. On this show you'll learn from experts in healing, spirituality, beauty, wellness and yoga...

This week on August 1st was WORLD LUNG CANCER DAY. Brian's dad died of lung cancer when he was 28. Today we discuss recent yacht adventures, our experiences hand modeling, BTS of Brian's podcast, and vegan potato salad. Brian is a life, business, executive, and career coach as seen on MTV's "Made." He engages creative professionals seeking to ignite their businesses with fierce accountability, mar...

Rebecca Soffer is cofounder of Modern Loss , which offers creative content and community addressing the long arc of grief. She is the coauthor of " Modern Loss: Candid Conversation About Grief. Beginners Welcome " (Harper Wave, 2018), which The Strategist named a best book on loss for a younger generation. She has spoken nationally on loss and resilience at Chicago Ideas Week, HBO, Capital One, an...

Today we are talking about our dead dads. Hosts Asia & Jareed of DONE WITH ADULTING open up about their grief stories: Asia lost her dad in college to sarcoidosis and Jareed lost his dad last year to kidney failure. We also discuss the complexities of making end-of-life decisions, the aftermath of losing your dad in college, losing your dad before coming a dad, and how people grieve differently. D...

Today we are discussing the power of mentorship with Ann Marie Leitao of empowerHER! We are honoring Ann Marie's mom, Anita, who died when she was 10 years old. In this conversation, Ann Marie discusses the power of mentoring grieving girls, how she ended up mentoring the family she babysat for growing up, and what it's like bringing a successful non-profit to Los Angeles from across the country....

Humans. It's summer! Take a moment for yourself - you deserve it. Meanwhile, aloha from Oahu! Here are a few travel recs I swear by. We'll back with an interview next week! As always, if you're grieving or struggling in any way... feel free to share your story with me over DM! Sending love xo Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast / DyingOfLaughterPodcast@gmail.com Do you like this show? Leaving a revie...

Beth Cavenaugh is a certified hospice and palliative care nurse and educator with over 14 years of experience in caring for terminally ill patients. She has been a registered nurse for over 24 years and holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from Creighton university. Beth has supported hundreds of patients and their families at inpatient units, in the home setting, and behind the scenes in hospice...

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 pan...

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...

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...

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 r...

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 cock...

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. @pa...

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, danc...

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 h...

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...

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 DyingO...

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...

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 Offi...

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 vari...

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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...