Where I Am

In this episode, Grant sits down with classically trained soprano and musical theater performer Elise Walters , whose remarkable voice effortlessly bridges the worlds of soaring operatic singing and powerful Broadway belting. Grant and Elise first shared the stage in The Wizard of Oz , where Elise played Dorothy opposite Grant's Cowardly Lion. Together, they look back on their theater experie...

This is my first solo episode of Where I Am . I talk about meeting people where they are—including myself. I think about a sad clown painting that’s stayed with me, the pressure of a new year, and what it’s like to grieve who you used to be. If this season feels heavy, unchanged, or quieter than expected, you’re not doing it wrong. This episode isn’t about fixing anything. It’s about honesty—and m...

In 2015, Hannah's best friend, Lauren, passed away suddenly. She was one of the closest friends Hannah ever had.  Hannah wanted to create a supportive space for others, so in 2023, Hannah started Friends Missing Friends. It’s a podcast, but it’s also so much more than that. It’s a community. It’s a place where we can come together, and lean our head on each other’s shoulders.  https://www.fri...

James Tolbert is an actor, singer, dancer, director and choreographer who probably needs some sleep! He, most notably, is a longtime collaborator with the viral online sensation, Starkid Productions, as well as being featured in various theatre and tv productions including Nickelodeon’s “Danger Force” and FX’s “Better Things.” He’s an avid gamer and graphic novel enthusiast who is currently learni...

Recorded live at Reimagine.org , Giving Grief a Voice brings together five grief-focused podcast hosts for an honest, heart-level conversation on loss, love, and connection. Hear how sharing our stories can challenge cultural silence, deepen understanding, and help us feel less alone. GIVING GRIEF A VOICE PANELISTS  Grant Garry – Award-winning filmmaker, actor, singer, and Certified Grief Educator...

Kera Sanchez is a High School Dean of Students in the Chicagoland area, a mom of 2, the wife of a Naval Officer and founder of Get Griefy Magazine. Through a blend of heartfelt narratives, expert advice, and uplifting content, Get Griefy aims to inspire readers to not only survive but to thrive in the face of loss. https://www.instagram.com/getgriefymagazine?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&am...

Comedian Ryan Sickler joins Where I Am to discuss growing up, grief, and Honda civics with original rims. ​Website Bio: As the acclaimed host of The HoneyDew Podcast, Ryan skillfully guides stand-ups and storytellers through humorous explorations of life’s Lowlights. In 2018, Ryan achieved a significant milestone, securing a #1 spot on the Billboard and iTunes comedy charts with his album Get a Ho...

Gina Moffa, LCSW, MA, is a licensed psychotherapist, mental health educator, and media consultant in New York City. Gina is the author of the book Moving on Doesn’t Mean Letting Go. https://ginamoffa.com/     https://www.instagram.com/ginamoffalcsw/?hl=en Buy Gina's Book https://a.co/d/hgXTIyq Watch MEET ME WHERE I AM : https://bio.site/MeetMeWhereIAmFilm . Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

In December 2021, Rebecca Feinglos quit her job to take a sabbatical year to grieve. She called her journey "Grieve leave," and documented her thoughts on her blog and social media. Through sharing knowledge, advice and tangible resources, and creating a space for others to grieve it has since grown into a community of thousands. Rebecca is also a writer, speaker, and certified grief edu...

Barri Leiner is the founder of The Memory Circle. The Memory Circle offers online grief support for various aspects of grief. She is a Certified Grief Specialist, author, and speaker. https://thememorycircle.com/about https://www.instagram.com/thememorycircle?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Watch MEET ME WHERE I AM : https://bio.site/MeetMeWhereIAmFilm . Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetmewhereiamfi...

Todd Glass is a stand up comedian. In this episode Todd opens up about the loss of his mom, coming out publicly, and his experience having a heart attack on stage. https://www.instagram.com/thetoddglassshow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thetoddglassshow https://x.com/ToddGlass Watch MEET ME WHERE I AM : https://bio.site/MeetMeWhereIAmFilm . Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetmewhereiamfilm/ Insta...

Tara Accardo is a Grief, Soul Purpose, and Transformational Life Coach. She is the founder of Losses Become Gains and host of the podcast Life with Grief . Today, Tara opens up about losing both parents, her dog, and what ultimately led her into creating the platform Losses Become Gains .  Losses Become Gains: https://lossesbecomegains.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lossesbecomegains/ W...

Colin Campbell is a writer and director for theater and film. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Seraglio , a short film he wrote and directed with his lovely and talented wife, Gail Lerner. He has taught Theater and/or Filmmaking at Chapman University, Loyola Marymount University, Cal Poly Pomona University, and to incarcerated youth through The Unusual Suspects. His one person show titled...

In this episode Grant talks to filmmaker James Slaven. They discuss what it was like making Meet Me Where I Am , its challenges, and what they learned along the way. Watch MEET ME WHERE I AM : https://bio.site/MeetMeWhereIAmFilm . Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetmewhereiamfilm/ Instagram Grant Garry : https://www.instagram.com/grant__garry/ Website:   https://www.grantgarry.com/

This episode's guest is Natalie Kazarian. Natalie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an emphasis in trauma.  Natalie is also featured in the new documentary - Meet Me Where I Am. Now available on multiple streaming platforms including Apple TV, Amazon Prime video and others. Links are in the show notes to watch the film.  http://Nataliekazarianmft.com https://www.instagram.com/n...

In this episode Grant talks to renowned grief specialist and acclaimed author David Kessler. David has written many books including  Finding Meaning: The 6th Stage of Grief. He is the host of the Spotify podcast Healing where he has in depth discussions on grief with people like Ashley Judd, William Shatner, Craig Melvin and more. David is featured in the new documentary Meet Me Where I Am directe...

Grant talks to Dr. Julie Shaw about her experience with grief and the loss of her sister, her platform "Hello I'm Grieving," what it was like to be in Grant's documentary MEET ME WHERE I AM, and much more. Website: https://helloimgrieving.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helloimgrieving?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Watch MEET ME WHERE...

In this episode Grant's guest is actor John Farley ( The Wrong Missy Netflix , Bench Warmers, Joe Dirt ). John is the brother of famous actor Chris Farley who tragically passed away at the age of 33. Chris was best known for such films as Tommy Boy, Black Sheep, Beverly Hills Ninja, and being a cast member of Saturday Night Live. We discuss what it was like growing up with Chris, acting, and...