2 Girls with Grief
Welcome to the 2 girls with grief podcast! We are your hosts Kendel & Rachel, we aren’t professionals just professional grievers. We started this podcast to help normalize and build community for those dealing with grief and loss. Grief is such a huge part of life, yet it is still very taboo to discuss and generally misunderstood by the masses. Our podcast is for those dealing with grief, those who want to support those dealing with grief & those who just want to learn. Please subscribe and share the podcast! Potential Episode Triggers: Grief, Death, Depression, Alcoholism, ED Follow us on IG: @2girlswithgriefpod Tik Tok: @2girlswithgriefpod Youtube: @2girlswithgriefpod Send your challenge answers to: 2girlswithgrief@gmail.com or any topics you would like us to discuss! Resources: In Crisis? Call or text 988 SAMHSA: Substance abuse and mental health Health services administration The Dinner Party: Not Your Parent’s Grief Group Grief Share: Grief and loss support groups
Episodes
In the final episode of Season 2, Rachel and Kendel reflect on their journey through grief, powerful guest stories, and what they’ve learned along the way. They dive into grief etiquette, the impact of sharing personal loss, and why sensitive, open conversations about death matter. From lighthearted memories to deep emotional truths, this season explored it all — tune in to hear how grief connects us, transforms us, and how communi...
In this episode of Two Girls with Grief, Kendel and Rachel sit down with Hannah Rumsey, founder of Friends Missing Friends, to dive into the often-overlooked grief of losing a friend. Hannah shares her journey after losing her friend Lauren and highlights the emotional complexities that arise when grieving a friend in a society that doesn’t always recognize this type of loss.
Key Takeaways: 💔 The societal stigma around friend loss ...
In this episode of Two Girls with Grief, Rachel and Kendel talk with Cara Belvin, founder of Empower, a nonprofit that supports youth who have lost a parent. Cara shares her personal journey of losing her mother at a young age and how it inspired her to build a community for grieving children.
Key Takeaways: 💙 The importance of mentorship and community in grief 🗣️ Giving young people space to share their stories and emotions 📚 Ho...
*There were technical spirity issues in this episode so Kendel was dropped off and on in this conversation and a few sound issues.
In this episode, Kendel and Rachel welcome Felix Lerma, a San Francisco-based psychic medium who made Rachel a believer. Rachel shares her powerful experience with Felix and how their sessions helped her navigate her grief journey.
The conversation explores: 🔮 Why healthy skepticism is important when ch...
Writer and therapist Sara Rian opens up about losing her mother to suicide, the healing power of poetry, and the importance of ethical grief support. She explores the intersection of grief and love, the role of literature in healing, and why vulnerability and authenticity are essential in sharing loss. This conversation highlights the power of words to create connection, foster open dialogue, and express complex emotions.
Alex Ostebo opens up about losing her sister Denali, the emotional journey of grief, and the struggle of letting go while preserving memories. From sorting through belongings to finding joy after loss, this conversation explores the healing power of storytelling and how Alex’s upcoming fantasy novel, Realm Jumper keeps her sister’s spirit alive.
In this Crossover episode,Kendel & Rachel welcome Rob from Obsessed with Death Podcast where he shares his unique take on society’s discomfort with death, the emotional complexities of grief, and the surprising role of humor. The conversation explores true crime fascination, funeral planning, and how to support loved ones without “fixing” their pain.
Brendan Shaw opens up about the tragic loss of his brother, Philip, and the complexities of grief, justice, and healing. He shares the emotional toll of legal battles, the unique pain of sibling loss, and how grief reshapes relationships. The conversation explores the differences in how men and women process grief, the power of connection, and finding purpose after tragedy. Connect with Brendan here: brendanshawgrief.com
Brendan Shaw opens up about the tragic loss of his brother, Philip, and the complexities of grief, justice, and healing. He shares the emotional toll of legal battles, the unique pain of sibling loss, and how grief reshapes relationships. The conversation explores the differences in how men and women process grief, the power of connection, and finding purpose after tragedy.
Connect with Brendan here: brendanshawgrief.com
Rachel and Kendel sit down with Rebecca Feinglos, founder of Grieve Leave, to unpack the realities of grief—from navigating holidays and personal keepsakes to dating and workplace bereavement policies. They explore how grief and joy can coexist, the impact of loss on relationships, and why self-love is key to healing. Tune in for real talk, personal stories, and insights on embracing life after loss.
In this episode of 2 Girls with Grief, Nikki Spoelstra shares her powerful story of navigating grief, motherhood, and sobriety through some of life’s hardest moments—losing her mother, her child’s cancer diagnosis, and divorce. She opens up about:
- The ‘mother wound’ and how it shaped her healing journey.
- The grief of losing oneself and finding identity again.
- The power of service, self-compassion, and community in overcoming pain.
- ...
In this episode, Carm shares her journey of creating Girls Gotta Heal, inspired by her own experiences with grief and loss. Together, we explore the complexities of navigating grief, the importance of mental health, and the power of affirmations. Carm introduces her unique card deck designed to spark conversations about grief and emphasizes creating safe spaces for emotional healing. We also discuss anticipatory grief, the challeng...
In this episode, Rachel, Jessica, and Tripp tackle the emotional and logistical challenges that come with losing a loved one. They share deeply personal stories of loss and emphasize the importance of planning ahead to ease the burden on those left behind.
Key highlights include:
- The inspiration behind The Dead Book—a comprehensive resource designed to simplify end-of-life planning and manage the administrative tasks that follow ...
In Episode 2 of Season 2, Kendel and Rachel sit down with Brittany Spivey, their first guest of the season, for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation. Brittany opens up about her personal journey through grief after losing her mother, sharing how the loss profoundly reshaped her identity, mental health, and physical well-being. She dives into her struggles with weight gain, self-esteem, and the challenges of navigating grief, par...
In this episode, Kendel and Rachel kick off Season Two with updates and reflections on their journey through grief. They discuss the evolution of their podcast, the importance of sharing grief stories, and the lessons learned from their experiences.
The conversation highlights the power of community, personal growth, and the excitement for new beginnings in 2025. In this conversation, Kendel and Rachel explore the profound impact of...
This is a special holiday series we will be doing every Tuesday during the holiday season. We know the holidays are a hard time for grievers and wanted to create a space to share, learn and vent with each other during what can feel like a not so jolly season.
This episode discusses starting 2025 with a a more positive outlook on your grief.
Episode 3 of the Grief Book Club featuring "A Home For The Holidays" By Taylor Hahn, Complete book wrap up
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This is a special holiday series we will be doing every Tuesday during the holiday season. We know the holidays are a hard time for grievers and wanted to create a space to share, learn and vent with each other during what can feel like a not so jolly season.
This episode discusses the First Christmas and if it is really the hardest the first year, second year or beyond.
Join us for a conversation with Taylor Hahn -- Lawyer, Mother and Author of "A Home For The Holidays"
Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4f7yV7F or here or here https://bookshop.org/a/108716/9780593470701
Join our Fable Book Club:
https://fable.co/club/2-girls-with-grief-book-club-with-kendelr4-407379384274
This is a special holiday series we will be doing every Tuesday during the holiday season. We know the holidays are a hard time for grievers and wanted to create a space to share, learn and vent with each other during what can feel like a not so jolly season.
In this episode Kendel & Rachel answer questions about grief and the holidays.
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