Nick Gaylord

Grief Is Not A Dirty Word

Health EN ↓ 101 episodes

Grief Is Not A Dirty Word is a weekly podcast that brings honest, real-world conversations about grief, loss, trauma, healing, and mental health into the light. Hosted by Nick Gaylord , the show creates a safe, compassionate space for anyone navigating the complicated emotions that come with losing a parent, partner, child, friend, relationship, or former version of themselves. Originally launched as Our Dead Dads , the podcast has evolved into a broader mission: to normalize grief and break the stigma around talking about it. Nick explores every corner of the grieving experience — from antici...

Author

Nick Gaylord

Episodes

Surviving Father Loss and Understanding Complicated Grief with Annie LaBeth - Episode 21 08.10.2024 1:51:42

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: This episode is for anyone facing the pain of father loss, complicated grief, or unresolved family struggles. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Listeners will hear Annie’s story of grief,...

How to Comfort the Bereaved: Grief Support, Healing, and Empathy with Mark Lucero - Episode 20 01.10.2024 1:28:42

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS This episode helps anyone struggling to support a grieving friend, loved one, or community member, and those seeking clarity on grief, mourning, and loss. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET...

Grief, Nutrition, and Life Purpose Journey with Sean Christopher - Episode 19 27.09.2024 1:33:53

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone struggling with grief, trauma, unhealthy coping mechanisms, or the pain of losing a parent. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Tools for navigating grief, insight on addiction recov...

Growing Up Without a Father and Living With Grief with Michael Graham - Episode 18 24.09.2024 1:18:21

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone who lost a parent at a young age, or who struggles with unresolved grief and longing for connection. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insight into childhood grief, the challenges...

Healing Father-Daughter Grief and Finding Connection Through Storytelling with Yvonne Caputo - Episode 17 17.09.2024 1:12:05

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating complicated grief, unresolved family trauma, or father-daughter relationships strained by silence and emotional distance. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Tools for hea...

Coping with Father Loss, Complicated Grief, and Trauma Recovery with Jessica Parente - Episode 16 10.09.2024 1:47:14

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone coping with father loss, complicated grief, or unresolved trauma. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Guidance on grief healing, trauma recovery, and embracing emotional honesty. DES...

Grief, Trauma, and Remembering a Father’s Legacy with Leslie Kuny - Episode 15 03.09.2024 1:47:22

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone grieving the death of a parent, coping with complicated grief, or struggling to balance family dynamics and unresolved trauma. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Practical insights...

Navigating Childhood Trauma and Generational Grief with Doug Beitz - Episode 14 27.08.2024 1:34:30

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief from a complicated parent relationship, childhood trauma, or generational loss. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insight into healing grief, breaking harmful fami...

Supporting Grieving Children and Families Through Bereavement Camps with Paul Rubin - Episode 13 20.08.2024 1:48:04

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Parents, caregivers, and families seeking grief support for children and teens coping with the loss of a parent or sibling. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A deeper understanding of how...

Coping with COVID Grief and Double Parental Loss Journey with Jocelyn Bates - Episode 12 13.08.2024 1:38:26

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone grieving the loss of parents, navigating complicated grief, or processing trauma from COVID-related deaths. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insight into coping with grief during...

Finding Healing After Child Loss and Grief Recovery with Suzy Easterling Wood - Episode 11 06.08.2024 1:36:47

WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS Anyone grieving the death of a child, coping with traumatic loss, or struggling with unresolved grief. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET Practical insights into child loss, grief recovery, resilience, trauma healing, and finding purpose after tragedy. DESCRIPTION: In this powerful conversation, host Nick Gaylord sits down with Suzy Easterling Wood, a mother who has endured the devasta...

Grief Healing, Childhood Memories, and Father Loss with Laura Cina - Episode 10 30.07.2024 1:13:39

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: This episode helps anyone coping with childhood grief, father loss, and the long-term effects of family trauma. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Listeners will gain insight into grieving...

Childhood Abuse, Grief, and Healing with Melissa Armstrong - Episode 9 23.07.2024 1:10:29

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: This episode helps anyone living with unresolved trauma, childhood abuse, or complicated grief who is searching for healing, resilience, and hope. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Listen...

Exploring Grief, Healing, and Podcasting Lessons in The Hot Seat with Kim Gaylord - Episode 8.1 19.07.2024 1:13:19

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief, loss, or trauma who wants to better understand the healing process. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Practical insights into coping with grief, reflections on fa...

Grief, Anger, and the Journey to Peace with Colleen Coleman - Episode 8 16.07.2024 1:06:26

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone struggling with grief after the death of a parent or loved one, especially those carrying anger, unresolved conflict, or complicated family dynamics. WHAT LISTENERS WILL G...

Living with Loss, Faith, and Grief Resilience with Kevin Crater - Episode 7 09.07.2024 1:13:33

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone coping with sudden loss, childhood grief, or the long-term effects of family tragedy. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insights on navigating grief, faith, and resilience through...

006.1 - Website is LIVE!! A Walkthrough of OurDeadDads.com 05.07.2024 8:34

Ever wondered how to navigate a brand new website packed with cool features? Join me, Nick Gaylord, as we explore the official launch of OurDeadDads.com, the new digital home for Our Dead Dads podcast. We’ll walk through every nook and cranny of the site, from the homepage’s embedded episode player to the sleek navigation designed by the talented Anisur Rahman (who also goes by A.R.) of Dotted Ave...

Grief, Trauma, and Life Coaching for Healing with Nicki Critchett - Episode 6 02.07.2024 1:24:14

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone struggling with grief after losing parents, siblings, or close loved ones. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Practical grief recovery insights, tools for forgiveness, and guidance...

Finding Strength in Grief and Loss Through Surrender with Kute Blackson - Episode 5 28.06.2024 52:19

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone struggling with grief, forgiveness, or the pain of losing a parent. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Tools for grief healing, the power of surrender, and insights on transforming...

Marriage, Grief, and Family Bonds After Loss with Kim Gaylord - Episode 4 25.06.2024 1:44:56

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS Anyone navigating the grief of losing a parent, especially daughters processing complicated father loss. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET Deep insights into grief, family dynamics, and hea...

Understanding Grief, Forgiveness, and Emotional Recovery with Nick Gaylord - Episode 1 18.06.2024 47:11

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone coping with grief from complicated parent relationships, unresolved trauma, or long-term emotional pain. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Tools for navigating grief, embracing the...

Grief, Family Bonds, and Healing with Jack, Joe, and Mike Gaylord - Episode 2 18.06.2024 2:03:55

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone coping with grief after the death of a parent, navigating complicated family relationships, or struggling to find healing in shared stories. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insig...

Father Loss, Divorce, and Grief Healing with Mike, Ed and Denis - Episode 3 18.06.2024 2:30:16

Find the show on Apple Podcasts! Click the FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode! Give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! This will boost our visibility and help others to find the show! WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone navigating grief after losing a father, coping with parental divorce, or searching for connection through shared stories. WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Real conversations about...

000.3 - BONUS Podcast Update - Less than one month to go! 31.05.2024 4:54

Time for a quick update and an announcement! Less than one month before the show's launch! Listen now to find out when the launch is happening, what you can expect in the first week, and hear about a very special book that is an absolute must-read! The book is called "What To Say When You Don't Know What To Say - Loving A Friend Through Grief". You can purchase the book on Amaz...

000.2 - Introduction - Who Am I and Why Am I Here? 30.04.2024 9:11

While I make final preparations for the full launch in June 2024, here's a short glimpse into who I am and why I'm here. Please follow the show, give a 5-star rating and leave a review telling what you like and what you're looking forward to. Follow us on Social Media: (don't worry, the amount of content will grow. Just follow them to start so that you never miss anything!) F...