My Spouse Died Too

Tom and Emeric keep going in part 3 of 'The Loss of Innocence.' You'll discover what Tom Verst stole from Tom Hanks. What happens when Tom is in the middle of a sh*t storm, and his stable predictable job of 23 years is terminated? Feeling stuck, God stuff, Brené Brown, and tons more. Messy Random Bullet Points What We Stole from Tom Hanks More Dragons to Slay Who Should You Blame? A Test with No G...

Tom Verst and Emeric McCleary continue with part 2 of 'The Loss of Innocence.' We talk about PSDD (Post Spousal Death Disorder), watching your kids heal, the stress and difficulty of always putting your kids first, waiting for elusive calm, neglecting yourself, not ready-to-date, and much more. Bullets to Ponder Daughter Graduates-Now What? Escape from Momhood Checking-Off the Boxes Consumed by th...

The unthinkable happens. Tom Verst joins Emeric in a heart-wrenching, heart-melting conversation. Tom and his spouse Tina had 3 kids under the age of 13. The youngest requires special care and attention. And always will. Tina ran the household.   Tina was the manager of nearly….everything. Then one warm spring day…the unthinkable happens. In this episode, Tom painstakingly shares what happens when...

Emeric's pre-marital sex snag stumps widowed guest co-host Paige Wilson. We also talk about grieving what hasn't happened, zero energy, how your kids really learn about sex (awkward conviction), excuses to be reckless, intolerance for complainers,   hope, silver linings, and much more. Bunch o' Bullets: Who's Getting Married Again? Sex Before Marriage Controversy Happy with Companionship Father-Da...

Paige Wilson and Emeric continue with part 2 of 'Pretending to Be Happy.'  We riff about grudges, explore if the Batchelor Show can kill you, stupid life insurance advice, family members too busy to visit the one who is dying, leaving your youngest kid far away at university, lingering guilt, things your spouse couldn't say to your face, and a whole lot more. The Bullet Points: Life Insurance No O...

Warning: Not for the faint of heart. Paige Wilson joins Emeric for an untold confidential chat. Paige shares private heart-wrenching details hardly anyone knows… so nightmarish… unimaginable, even by Quentin Tarantino. Paige describes her late husband Marc's diagnosis, his barbaric treatment plan, and demonstrates how love, faith, and hope sustain you when most humans cower and crumble. Listen to...

Barb Flynn and Emeric finish the final episode of "I Love You Too, Babe." We rip-off the bandage and jump headfirst into dating, why Barb wanted to date, using a "wingman" (ignore this at your own risk). We discuss feelings of guilt and things you wish your spouse would've said to you. Who are you, now? Forcing yourself to do things and activities, relying on others or not, The Smash Party, and so...

Barb Flynn and I continue with part 2 of " I Love You Too, Babe." Our conversation meanders around supernatural signs from the beyond, lessons on running your business with calamity on your back. Face it, when your spouse dies, you are now the sole decision-maker. "Widow brain" irrational decisions, why Barb really decided to put their home on the market. What it feels like to purge years of accum...

Barb Flynn joins Emeric for a heart-felt chat. Barb details late husband Darren's sudden-strange symptoms, devastating diagnosis, and roller-coaster treatment quest. You'll hear what Barb and her family did to keep things cobbled together on their surreal ride, and how her husband Darren wanted everyone, even at the worst moments, to have a good time. Bullet Points for You: Scratch Like a Monkey T...

Emeric details his grief ambush, rumination, asking real questions, finding meaning and the unexpected beauty in life. Random Bullet Points: Grief Wipe-Out Game Oops, I Did It Again Self-Ambush, Huh? Ruminations Flip Grief the Bird? Hanging in There, WTF! Wonder Bread Answers Be Alert When Suffering Forget Nemo, Find Meaning My Prayer for You Thanks for listening. You can ask, judgment-free, somet...

Emeric and his Sister, Vickey Chalumeau, record a mind-blowing episode. Vickey married three times, widowed two times, and her U.S. Marine son, while deployed to Iraq, gave the ultimate sacrifice. Vickey opens-up about what Emeric never knew: Con-man husband. CIA conspiracy. Not giving up. Grieving multiple losses. Sunny the psychic. Personal baggage. How to find happiness and a whole lot more. Th...

Emeric shares explicit dreams about his late spouse Donna. What might they mean?  Disappointment.   Regret.   Redemption. You'll discover what every woman really wants to hear. A hard lesson for men. A hint for women.  Hope is here. Random Points, Incomplete: How Did She Look? That's What She Said Cruel Irony Chicken Legs One of My Regrets How I F'd Up Looking Good, Not Good Looking What Every Wom...

Julie Metzger joins Emeric for beers on the couch in this courage-filled grief talk including permission to date, toxic judgment from others, awkward first kisses,   freaky coincidences, and stupid questions men ask. Julie's blog: https://www.returningthegift.org Random Discussion Points: Who's Your Sword Today? Being Alone, Again Grief Group Romance Widow's Date Night First Kiss A.D. (After Death...

Julie Metzger joins Emeric for an intimate eve chat in Julie's very cool hipster home, curled up on a big comfy couch, drinking beer. Gobs covered, plus: Why Julie decided to do what she did with their home. Sentimental purge. Do you get to fall apart? Who gave you the sword to face your dragons? Random bullet points, almost inclusive: Once Upon a Time Bull in a China Shop We Worked Well Together...

Imagine the smell of your late spouse's signature scent. What memories show up for you? But what do you do with those not-empty, bottles, sprays, and tiny vials?  Reminisce with me for a late-night mellow meander.  Listen for the small confession and shameless what-ifs. WARNING: You might feel the same white-lie guilt. Some episode bullets intended to amuse you: Al Pacino: Scent of a Woman Smells...

Sherri Rose joins Emeric in a vulnerable, R-rated, thought-provoking grief and hope talk. Riffing on a ton o' topics, plus how it's "still weird", brazen dating stuff, what tomorrow might mean, and a courageous, yet a controversial way for you to manage grief. Some of the Click Bait Worthy Conversation Bullets: How Do You Feel...Today? Mr. Mom Are You On The Market ? The Prom Dresses Things Your S...

Emeric McCleary and Tim Schneider cover a ton in this hope-filled heartfelt session for you. Enjoy this Grand Finale Part 3 of 3. Totally Incomplete Conversation Bullets Three Dog Night The Buttcrack of Dawn - Who's Dawn? Who Takes Care of You? 5 Stages of Grief - LOL The First Christmas - How Many Trees? Anticipation. Thank You Carly Simon What If She Could Hear Me? Another Weird Thing Smelling H...

Emeric McCleary and Tim Schneider continue the caffeine-fueled laughter and heartfelt discussion. Enjoy Part 2 of 3.  Incomplete Conversation Bullets Dead Spouse Poster on Mantel Non-negotiable Dating What Facebook Post? Becoming a Monk: How to Make a Fruitcake What's Normal? The "D" Word: She's (dead) Going Lesbian? Here, Trigger, Trigger, Trigger Bi-Polar Emotions Midnight at Walmart Cheatin' Sc...

Join me, Emeric McCleary, and my widowed guest co-host Tim Schneider, as we drink too much coffee in Tim's man cave. Quick Incomplete Discussion Summary Once Upon A Time Get Out of Jail Free Card Romp Under the Kitchen Table  Her Gym Shoes The Flashbacks Starting All Over What's in the Mason Jar? Thanks for listening. If you would like to ask a question, get something off your chest, or just rambl...

When you decide to give away your late spouse's purses, each purse tells a story. Join me, Emeric McCleary, for a late-night In-My-Closet recording. Quick Incomplete Summary Mi Closet es Su Closet Simon & Garfunkel No Front Teeth Tampon Man Buns Biscoff Cookies (this is the correct spelling) Weighing Memories What's in Your Wallet? Thanks for listening. If you would like to ask a question, get som...

Join me, Emeric McCleary, and my widowed guest co-host Sherri Rose, as we riff over wine.  Quick Incomplete Discussion Summary Once Upon A Time Who Was There for You? Do You Get Something Out of Being Mad? Acts of Love. Or Not. Pasta Again? Almost Disappeared  Who Ghosted Who Just Say No  Yes Eating After Death Third Wheel Flat Tire Invitational Fatigue Is There Hope?  Thanks for listening. If you...

The My Spouse Died Too podcast gives you hope, so you can heal, find love again, and give grief the middle finger. You're not alone, because My Spouse Died Too. My name is Emeric McCleary. I'm your host. Join me and our widowed guests. This ain't your Grandma's grief group!