Every Widow Thing

Mother’s Day might be a single Sunday on the calendar, but for us widowed moms, the balancing act never stops. In this episode of Every Widow Thing , we are pulling back the curtain on our recent Mother's Day experiences and diving deep into the beautiful, chaotic reality of solo parenting. From the laugh-out-loud madness of last-minute school projects to the sheer panic of discovering a misse...

What do you do when the life you spent decades building burns to the ground in just 21 days? For Julie Halbert, the "fire" started in 2018 with her husband Jim’s sudden cancer diagnosis. By the time the smoke cleared, Jim was gone at just 51, and Julie was left standing in the ashes of her "old" life with their two sons. Instead of trying to rebuild what was lost, Julie chose t...

Meet Tammy. Her widow journey is only five months in, but she is already leading with a healing perspective. Inspired by her husband Kim’s eight-year battle with cancer and his refusal to 'take a break' from living, Tammy is determined to honor his legacy by embracing life with purpose. In this episode, we discuss: How Tammy discovered our podcast through a chance encounter in an antique s...

In this episode, Holly and Whitney are joined by a very special guest: Holly's close friend and former business partner, Kym. Together, they step into one of the most intimate and daunting spaces of the grieving process—the closet. Years ago, Kym stood by Holly’s side to help reorganize her home after Toby passed away. Recently, the duo tackled the garage, proving that decluttering after loss...

Deathversary. Angelversary. Reunion Day. Why are we naming it? How do we navigate it every year? The widows sit down to talk about this jarring anniversary. From going to the cemetery, to having an adventure, to not acknowledging at all. There is no wrong way to handle it. We all just do the best that we can. #death #grief #anniversary #griefsupport Follow us on instagram, Facebook and Youtube! @e...

After 29 years with Todd, Marybeth’s life changed in an instant. Now two years out, she is navigating the 'after' with incredible courage—including traveling solo to find connection in our community and leaning into the yes of life. While she spends her career as a therapist, Marybeth speaks from the heart about the gap between logic and loss. We discuss the tragic fall that changed everything, th...

Holly, Keira and Whitney sit down with a live audience on Valentine's Day! In this live podcast, the ladies discuss the complexities of grief, connection, and the journey of widowhood. Audience members share personal stories and explore the challenges and joys of dating after loss. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community support, the healing power of laughter, and recognizing s...

In this episode of  Every Widow Thing , we are joined by Shelly —a school principal and mother of triplets who shares a story that challenges our understanding of timing and intuition. Shelly walks us through her life with her husband, Steve: from their unexpected journey into parenthood with triplets to the sudden loss that turned her world upside down. At the center of her story is a moment of u...

The "January Blues" hit a little differently when you’re navigating life after the loss of a spouse. In this episode, we’re keeping it real about why the start of a new year can feel so heavy for widows and how to manage those tough emotional hurdles. But it’s not all heavy talk—we’re also looking ahead! We’re diving into our upcoming  Valentine’s Day events  designed to bring us together. We talk...

Grief doesn’t take a break for the holidays, and neither do the demands of parenting. Today, we’re opening up about the emotional rollercoaster of being the "only" parent during the most wonderful (and sometimes hardest) time of the year. We explore how to create new joy when the old traditions feel heavy, the power of community, and the beauty of prioritizing experiences over things. If you’ve ev...

Meet Danny Leslie, a widower who turned his grief into a powerful message of hope and resilience. After losing his wife, Raffi, to cancer in December 2024, Danny compiled their journey into a remarkable book titled  Thank You, Cancer . In this episode, Danny shares intimate details about their life together, the challenges they faced during Raffi's five-year battle with vulva cancer, and the profo...

In this special episode of Every Widow Thing, our friend, Stephanie, joins us to share her experience of profound loss and grief after her 15-year-old daughter, Kobi, died in a horrific home accident. Stephanie honors Kobi's life as an artist and photographer, recounts the tragic accident, and reflects on moments of spiritual connection that followed. Join us for a testament to resilience, end...

In this episode of "Every Widow Thinks," we had the privilege of speaking with Jeff, a widower from Austin, who shared his deeply personal journey following the loss of his wife, Mona, in 2019. Jeff opened up about their love story, which began with a blind date in Seattle, and how they built a life together in Austin, raising their daughter, Julia. Mona's battle with a rare cancer,...

In this episode of  Every Widow Thing , we welcome Suzanne, a dear friend of Holly's, who shares her deeply personal journey of loss and healing after the suicide of her ex-husband, Michael. Suzanne reflects on their 11-year marriage, the struggles he faced with alcoholism and depression, and the impact of his tragic death on their children. Join us as we discuss the complexities of grief, the...

Deb Pilcher's grief journey began years before her husband's death, with the stillbirth of their first daughter, Anna. In a surprising twist, that first devastating loss was the catalyst for healing and hope when her husband, Wally, was killed in a driving accident that left her oldest son in critical condition. Deb was given an image that to this day allows her to reframe her grief and feel joy i...

Holly is in a funk and that's totally normal. Grief is a part of our life now, even 8 years in. It definitely is not as heavy and ever present as the early years, but to think that there will come a day when grief has left you, is not realistic. In this episode of  Every Widow Thing , Whitney and Holly dive into the complex emotions surrounding grief, loneliness, and the unexpected role of humor i...

Get ready! Our latest episode is here, and it's a special one: our 50th! We reflect on our experiences, share heartfelt stories from our recent meet and greet with listeners, and celebrate the monumental milestones in our lives, including the graduations of Keira and Holly's firstborns. What would we tell our newly widowed selves about the future? Tune in to find out! Don't dip out ear...

In this informative episode of "Every Widow Thing," Lacey , Whitney, Holly, and Keira speak with special guest Cheryl Martin, a retired grief therapist and recent widow. Together, they explore the complexities of grief, particularly the often-overlooked challenges of the second year after loss. Cheryl shares her personal journey of navigating widowhood and the insights she gained from her professi...

Okay, grab your comfiest blanket and a big ol' bowl of snacks, because the "Every Widow Thing" crew is spilling all their binge-watching addictions! Make sure to stick around until the end for some interesting new trends for those looking for love! They discuss everything from the fun and fantasy of "Younger" to the dark humor in "Bad Sisters" and the emotional rollercoaster of the new Bridget Jon...

Every Widow Thing enjoyed a super staycation at the charming Poppy Round Top Airbnb, just an hour and a half from Austin, Texas. Over Valentine's Day weekend, they dove into Mel Robbins' inspiring new book, The Let Them Theory. Listeners can expect a heartfelt and relatable discussion as the podcast explores how this book resonates with the widow community, tackling the pressures of people-pleasin...

Holly shares about a disappointing date with a man who drove a red Porsche. And, no, it wasn't Jake Ryan. ;) After the holidays, it appears that there are more men on the apps, but is the quality better? That remains to be seen. Hear the widows' take on their dating app experiences and dating overall. Keira met her fiancé on Hinge, so maybe there is hope. (We had a few technical difficulti...

The widows come back from a holiday party to share some wisdom on the holidays, dating, and more. "It's the most wonderful time to be widowed. NOT" Topics discussed: -How the holiday funk has changed over the years -Taking a break from widowhood -How Whitney gets dating advice from a reality show called Later Daters -Is it stealing or sharing when you share your grief with those who are grieving?...

Whitney and Holly do an impromptu recording to discuss holiday cards, a Later Daters obsession and Whitney's boyfriend.

What is EMDR? How does it work? Who does it help? On this episode Lacey, Keira and Whitney speak to EMDR specialist Katie Cummings. Katie is a renowned trauma therapist with advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful approach to healing trauma. In Part 1, you will observe Katie facilitating an EMDR session with Lacey to address her aviophobia (fear of fl...

In part 2, Lacey, Keira, and Whitney continue their conversation about EMDR therapy with Katie Cummings, a renowned trauma therapist with advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Katie discusses the different techniques used in an EMDR session, such as tapping and buzzers, and explains how triggers and targets are an important part of the process. Katie gives list...