Grey Maybe Podcast (hosted by Jillian Schmitz)

Trigger Warning: abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, abortion, suicidal ideation, drug use, sexual coercion In Episode Twelve (and the Season Finale) of the fourth season of Grey Maybe, mother of two Anita Singleton recounts her experience with intimate partner violence aggravated by her abusers drug use. Anita talks about how important her recovery has been and how it's helped her be the moth...

Trigger Warning: abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, physical abuse, grooming In Episode Eleven of the fourth season of Grey Maybe, Realtor & Teacher Terri Yates speaks about the abuse she's braved throughout her life, her special bond with her mother, the importance of therapy and how she attained recovery. Terri Yates IG - https://www.instagram.com/terriyates23 Terri’s Podcast "Enligh...

Trigger Warning: rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, physical abuse In Episode Ten of the fourth season of Grey Maybe, Amber Porter shares about her encounters with abuse throughout her life and the journey that led her to her QHHT certification. Amber Porter IG - https://www.instagram.com/ambermarieporter Amber’s QHHT IG - https://www.instagram.com/amberistheinnergy Grey Maybe IG: https://www.ins...

Trigger Warning: physical abuse, emotional abuse Episode Nine of the fourth season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with ASL interpreter Genna Middlebrook. Genna recounts her experience with intimate partner violence, how she escaped and her journey of recovery. Genna Middlebrook's IG - https://www.instagram.com/gennamiddlebrookmom Grey Maybe IG: https://www.instagram.com/greymaybepodcast/ Grey May...

Trigger Warning: Suicidal Ideation, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, disordered eating, body dysmorphia. In Episode Eight of season four, Actor, Dancer & Choreographer Cat Heinen tells their story of intimate partner violence as a teenager and how they got help and healing. Cat also talks about being non-binary and the role body image and food played in their abusive relationship. Cat Heinen IG...

Trigger Warning: sexual abuse, sexual assault, rape, trafficking, stillborn, grooming In Episode Seven of the fourth season of Grey Maybe, author, dancer & nonprofit founder Isabella Grosso talks about trafficking, abuse and her recovery through advocacy, art and being a new mother. Isabella Grosso IG - https://www.instagram.com/bellaspinkmachete Isabella Grosso Website - https://www.isabellag...

Trigger Warning: sexual abuse, sexual assault Episode Six of the fourth season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with triple threat Jenni Nicole Bloom. Jenni speaks on the abuse she encountered, the complicated nature of it and family dynamics. Jenni Nicole Bloom IG - https://www.instagram.com/jenninicolebloom Jenni Nicole Bloom IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6072942/ Grey Maybe IG: https://www....

Trigger Warning: psychological abuse, emotional abuse, non-consent Episode Four of the fourth season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with Burlesque Queen & Artist Michelle L'amour. Michelle shares her experience with psychological and emotional abuse, her unique circumstance and her return to self. Michelle L'amour IG - https://www.instagram.com/michellelamour Michelle L'amour Website - https:...

Trigger Warning: emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual assault Episode Three of the fourth season of Grey Maybe features Jaayda Ellingham, MA, LMFT. Jaayda discusses the criteria for adverse childhood experiences and how they correlate to domestic violence outcomes. She discusses emotional regulation and how to attain it through mindfulness. Jaayda Ellingham IG - ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jaay...

Trigger Warning: sexual abuse, sexual assault, rape Episode Two of the fourth season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with Producer, writer & choreographer Scott Hislop. Scott talks about the repressed memories of abuse he experienced in childhood, how he finally gained access through meditation and the role of therapy in his recovery journey. Scott Hislop IG - https://www.instagram.com/scotty_...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, suicide, child loss, burial, cremation, cadavers. Episode eleven of the third season of Grey Maybe welcomes fourth generation funeral director and co-host of the "Let's Talk About Death" podcast, Benny Capaul. Benny talks about the emphasis of empathy in the funeral home business. He discusses the difference between grief and mourning and the importance of the ceremo...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, end of life care. In episode ten of the third season of Grey Maybe, director, choreographer, and performer Raymond (Ray) Del Barrio shares his experience caregiving for several people close to him, including his late father, composer George Del Barrio. He speaks on his outlook on life and what doesn't work when navigating grief. Raymond Del Barrio IG: https://www.ins...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, cancer, sudden death. Episode nine of the third season of Grey Maybe is with ex-professional dancer, TikTok influencer and mom Cara Lidberg. Cara speaks on grief transparency, how she navigated the death of her parents, and how she helps her children understand death and grief. Cara Lidberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/caralidberg Retired Professionals TikTok: https...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, pregnancy, miscarriage, pregnancy loss, stillbirth. In episode eight of the third season of Grey Maybe, photographer Mia Andreoli shares about the loss of her daughter Rosalie Grace, how she endured, what she learned, and her mission to help others who experienced the loss of a child. Mia Andreoli IG: https://www.instagram.com/mia_staygold Mia Andreoli Website: https...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, cancer, homicide. Episode seven of the third season of Grey Maybe welcomes back professional dancer and certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT) Melissa Adylia Calasanz. Melissa recounts her brother's sickness and death, the shocking homicide of her neighbor, and the journey of healing her grief and PTSD. The book Melissa mentioned "Stiff" by Mary Roach: https://www.amazon....

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, near death experience, cancer. In episode six of the third season of Grey Maybe, professional entertainer, podcast host and realtor Terri Yates shares about her experience caregiving for her late mother and how she navigated her loss. Terri Yates IG: https://www.instagram.com/terriyates23 Terri Yates Podcast "Enlightened Curiosity" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.co...

Trigger Warning: Death, grief, Alzheimer’s. In episode five of season three of Grey Maybe, artist and filmmaker Mēsha Kussman discusses the death of her father, the recent death of her mother, and the complicated emotions that accompany grief. Mēsha Kussman Website: https://www.meshakussman.com Mēsha Kussman IG: https://www.instagram.com/meshakussman Kate Wolf - "Medicine Wheel": https://www.imdb....

Trigger Warning: Death and grief. In episode four of the third season of Grey Maybe, Jaayda Ellingham, licensed psychotherapist and LMFT talks about why the five stages of grief are bulls**t, how to process grief, and explains complicated or ambiguous grief. Jaayda Ellingham M.A. LMFT IG: https://www.instagram.com/jaaydatherapy Jaayda Ellingham M.A. LMFT Website: www.jaaydatherapy.com Grey Maybe I...

Trigger Warning: Death and grief. In episode three of season three of Grey Maybe, entertainment company powerhouse Abbi Puanani recounts her experiences after the death of her mother. She talks about what worked for her, what didn't, and how she keeps her mom's memory alive. Abbi Puanani IG: https://www.instagram.com/abbipuanani Grey Maybe IG: https://www.instagram.com/greymaybepodcast/ Grey Maybe...

Trigger Warning: Death, brain cancer, sudden death. In episode two of season three of Grey Maybe, professional dancer Julie Schmid talks about caregiving, becoming a young widow, and her journey through grief. Julie Schmid IG: https://www.instagram.com/juliepschmid Grey Maybe IG: https://www.instagram.com/greymaybepodcast/ Grey Maybe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greymaybepod Jillian Schmitz IG:...

Trigger Warning: Eating disorders, disordered eating, anorexia, weight gain and loss, sexual assault, racism, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), orthorexia, bigorexia. Episode sixteen of the second season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with singer and songwriter Bailey Coats. Bailey tells her story of suffering from avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), the pressures...

Trigger Warning: eating disorder, disordered eating, over eating/binge eating, drug use, suicide, alcoholism, unwanted touching, addiction, clowns, religion, depression, anxiety, restrictive eating, bulimia, body dysmorphia. Episode thirteen of the second season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with producer, director, and cinematographer Keida Mascaro. Keida discusses his history in recovery, chil...

Trigger Warning: Eating disorders, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, anorexia, cutting, suicide, sexual assault, fat phobia, weighing and measuring, weight notice, anxiety, depression, physical injury. Episode eleven of the second season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with ballet teacher and professional dancer Nancy Dobbs Owen. Nancy shares her experience of growing up feeling ill equipped for...

Trigger Warning: Eating disorder, disordered eating, bulimia, anorexia, fat phobia, body dysmorphia. Episode ten of the second season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with Carrie Locklyn, an HGTV star and former professional dancer. Carrie recounts managing hard times growing up and navigating a professional career as a young adult while battling bulimia and body dysmorphia. If you would like to sh...

Trigger Warning: Eating disorders, disordered eating, anorexia, food insecurity, fat phobia, witnessing of a homicide, bullying, racism. Episode eight of the second season of Grey Maybe is a conversation with Melissa Adylia Calasanz, a professional dancer and certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT). Melissa details experiencing food insecurity as a child and young adult in pursuit of a professional danc...