Widow We Do Now?

Heather Fritz is pretty rad. She's not only an educator and converter of a school bus into a tiny home, but is also a survivor of partner loss to suicide. Join Anita and Mel as they learn more about Heather's story. Find all things Heather on her IG, including her memoir, "Seal in the Desert" @adventureawaitsheather Help us keep the Widow We Do Now podcast going! http://www.pat...

When you've been widowed for 19 years, you know things. When you're Michelle Paris, you know things, help others, and learn now to live your best life. Michelle has used her life experiences to write a novel about a widow named Emily, and spoiler alert: it has a happy ending. Anita and Mel enjoyed interviewing this lovely lady and are excited for listeners to get to know her. Find Michel...

The title describes it all, and that's all you need to know. But if you want to know more, Berkley has been widowed twice, plus her family has been through hell and back with things like (WARNING) rape, drug use. Berkley helps others through their own shit show, and she is an inspiration to all humans everywhere. CONTENT WARNING: rape, drug use Help us keep the Widow We Do Now podcast going!...

What's it like when you adopt two children as a young, married, same-sex couple in Canada, have one biological child, your wife dies of Leukemia, you remarry and have an alive husband who comes with five kids, you're technically a grandma, now you're a step-grandma, and you're only 45? Holly Wagg is here to tell you. Anita and Mel loved interviewing Holly and hearing her wild s...

The world is overwhelmed. And Anita and Mel are overwhelmed, are you? How do we navigate regular life on top of specific widowhood related stress? Join them in this conversation. Help us keep the Widow We Do Now podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therap...

Have you ever wondered what "Death With Dignity" is? Anita and Mel interview fellow widow and excellent human, Adeline Grenier, whose husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer as she was pregnant with their third child. Adeline explains Death With Dignity and the experience she's had before, during, and after her husbands death. Spoiler alert: she loves cheese!! Help us keep the Wi...

Anita and Mel chat with fellow young widow podcasters Christina and Meghan of the Full Cup Club Podcast. Whether it's knowing if you want to date, knowing if you're ready to date, or knowing to dating safely, there's something in this conversation for everyone. And, cheese discussions. Check out Christina and Meghan here: https://fullcupclubpodcast.com Help us keep the Widow We Do N...

Widowhood can make anyone take a hit in the confidence department. Join Anita and Mel in this widowsode about losing, gaining, and finding confidence.  Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique lin...

As you can tell from the title of this episode, the topic this week is a tough, yet important one. Content warning: drug use and drug abuse. Cerina lost her husband Tyler to what she thought was a heroin overdose, but later found out the only drug found in his system was fentanyl. Tyler did not know he took fentanyl, and unfortunately, this is not an uncommon story in the US, and has taken the liv...

Anita and Mel interview Jen Zwinck, an amazing widow with her own podcast. Jen and her husband were minding their business, living their dual-optometrist lives in New Orleans, when one night after a party, her husband went missing and Jen's life immediately turned into a true crime absolute nightmare. Learn how this resilient human and her daughter coped during their most traumatic times, and...

At the time of this recording, Mel has been widowed about 5 years and Anita 4 years. Join them in their discussion on how their grief has changed over the years.  Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our...

Meet our mysterious guest, the widow who is also the host of the Dating After Death podcast. Hear her story and learn of some dating advice for grievers. Follow her on IG at @datingafterdeath and check out her podcast! Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the firs...

What do Regis and Kelly, sailboats, and widowhood have in common? Listen to this week's episode about Kevin Ferrie and you'll find out him, his rad wife Steph, and other facts as Anita and Mel get to know him.  Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the fi...

Join Anita and Mel as they hear updates from the following past guests: Ep. 29: Ashley Garbe Smith Ep. 51: Erin Posik Ep. 55 Christine Anderson Ep. 56: Lauren Lentz Ep. 57: Shannon Helm Ep. 58: Kirsten Robinson Ep. 60: Melissa Pierce Ep. 63: Kirsten Stromberg Ep. 66: Peter Rukavina Ep. 68: Sarah Shellenberger Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? ht...

This week's episode features awkward stories submitted by our listeners, and includes a special story at the end. You won't want to miss this episode! Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by:  BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our u...

Tina and her husband Jamie had a great life and then BAM. You know what that means. But what you don't know is that Tina has some pretty great tools under her belt that she's used to help other widows find their way through their own sticky and rough situations. Follow Tina on IG: @widowswallet http://widowswallet.com Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to bu...

Dr. Lisa Schulman is a neurologist, professor, researcher, and widow. She is director of the University of Maryland Movement Disorders Center and is a neurologist specializing in Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. Anita and Mel ask her why our brains are so scrambled after becoming widows, and Dr. Schulman HAS THE ANSWERS! (Hint: you're not crazy) Find Dr. Schulman's...

This is a replay of episode 95.5 from November, 2021. We need as much encouragement during the holidays as we can get, right?  The name of this episode says it all. How do grievers handle the approaching holidays? What are the rules? What's the wrong answer? Who's in charge here? Is it good, bad, ugly? Join Anita and Mel in the discussion. Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patre...

Connie Remetch is our new aunt. She has been widowed twice, is a licensed mental health counselor, likes to have fun, and has been dealing with traumatic loss from the time she was a teenager. She knows the things and has lived the things. Check out her story, and also join in the conversation about guilt and if that's actually what it is. Aunt Connie also includes many helpful tips and ideas...

You know you're gonna want to hear the story of this British-born teal-haired bass-playing widower: the artist formerly known as Neil Hooper. Join Anita and Mel in this fun, real, and honest conversation. Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by: The Misner Family Foundation in memory of Elisa...

Daughter of a legit rocket scientist, former attorney, self-proclaimed introvert, author, widow, and awesome lady Debbie Weiss sat down with Anita and Mel and shared her story of love, moving forward, and repartnering. Find Debbie's book "Available As Is: A Midlife Widow’s search for love" at your favorite bookstore or online. Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/w...

You may be wondering what the title of this episode is about and who Trina is. Well, all we'll say is that if you want to hear this fun-loving lady tell her story that involves pink slippers, someone named Weener, and a good dead husband story or two, you'll want to listen to this episode. Find Trina's writings at: http://www.trinaspinkslippers.com Help us keep the podcast going! ht...

What do glass blowing, Netflix, tiger jogging suits, and widowhood have in common? Well, the common factor here is the glorious Minhi England, who you may have seen on season 3 of the Netflix series: Blown Away. Minhi is the sh** and we know you'll love her! Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsor...

Meet Jazzy Olivo: she is Aries, she is Dominican, she is music, she is the terror of the streets on rollerblades, and she is living the widowed life. Jazzy shares the story of her boyfriend, Courtney, their magic, their music, and life after his death. Follow Jazzy on all the things: tiktok: @jazzyolivomusic IG: @jazzyolivomusic YouTube https://youtube.com/c/JazzyOlivoMusic Help us keep the podcas...

Meet Aussie Jo Betz. Jo is from the land down under, is a mom, and a widow. Jo helps guide other widows along the path of grief and life, and is truly a gift to the world. Join Anita and Mel in the conversation and see why Jo has resting smile face. Help us keep the podcast going! http://www.patreon.com/wwdn Want to buy us some tacos? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow Sponsored by: The Mis...