Grief Street

Jordana “Jordy” Rachel Glassner (née Epstein) was born on January 9, 1992, to Susan and Iro Epstein. She was a devoted daughter and a cherished sister to Ari Epstein and Jonathan Epstein.

Jordy attended Riverside Drive Elementary School, where she met her lifelong friends Erica Rozmid and Alex Firestone. She later attended New Jewish Community High School, continuing to build the deep and lasting relationships that defined...

We love you all.

Celebration of Jordy’s Life on Monday, February 9th, 2026, 10:00am PT, at Adat Ari El, 12020 Burbank Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607. The service will be livestreamed on Jordy’s page at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. Per Jordy’s wishes, guests are encouraged to dress casually and comfortably; no formal attire.

A non-profit is being set up in Jordy’s memory with a mission to provide immediate, flexible financial support ...

After a Jordy update, we're back with an interview we dusted out of the archives from a year-and-a-half ago. Kayleigh Summers, also known as the Birth Trauma Mama across social media, chats with Jordy and Erica about juggling grief and gratitude, the messy shifts after trauma, and how she and her husband worked on things in therapy. She also digs into why training matters as much as lived experience — and what it costs to shar...

Jordy and Erica record during a chaotic time — a playdate with the kiddos, and reflect on the two year anniversary of Jordy's brain cancer diagnosis.

Apologies for the audio and video issues!

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Live from a joint family vacation in Oxnard, we discuss Jordy's latest scan results and medical updates, lighthouses and whether Jordy would sink or float in a pool.

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We're back after a two-month break. So let's catch you up on everything that’s happened with Jordy, and what the hell we’re supposed to do now. 

Oh, and also there were a ton of audio issues on this one. First time recording in two months was a bit rusty for all of us, but hope you enjoy!

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We planned on recording this weekend. Then life happened. Fortunately, Erica and Jordy wanted to release an episode they've kept in the vault since March 10th. It's a raw one. Buckle up. We love you all. 

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It's been a couple of months since we last checked in, and boy is there a lot to update you on. For starters, Jordy got stuck.

We talk about Jordy and Erica's separate hospital stays one floor apart from each other, what the right to exist actually means, how their unwavering support is not normal, and what best describes an airplane movie.

Glad to be back.

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Jordy and Erica decide to end the 2024 year with a podcast recording on a family trip in Los Olivos, where they discuss where things stand in life right now.

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We're back. You've asked all the questions. How is Jordy? Is she okay? Is she still in the trial? What now? We have the answers. We love each and every one of you and cannot thank you enough for the support you've shown for us, especially in the past couple of months.

Also, we're taking suggestions on what our fans should be called. Send em our way!

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Jordy's back home from rehab. She sits down with Erica and Alex in her home on her own couch to reflect upon the last few weeks in a cathartic conversation.

(Sorry guys, no video for this one. We had issues, but thankfully the audio came out clean!)

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We update you with latest on Jordy.

Plus, we go in the Grief Street interview bank and grab interviews with two of our friends, Nicole Marusa and Ryan Kahn, to discuss losing their dads at different times in their lives.

Apologies for the audio issues throughout the episode, tried to fix it up as best as possible!

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This one is raw.

Jordy had her third brain surgery last week and this time recovery is a lot tougher than anticipated. Upon waking up, she was unable to move the entire left side of her body, fearing that she was permanently paralyzed. Luckily that is not the case, but there is a long road to recovery.

Before Erica and Alex visit Jordy at an inpatient rehab facility, they record from the car attempting to hash out...

Our friend made the most viral short film in the world.

Luke Barnett, actor, writer, and producer, shares the inspiring story behind his viral sensation, The Crossing Over Express.

Luke opens up about the emotional journey of creating a short film about the last conversation with someone before they die — inspired by a video his mom made before she died. He takes us behind the scenes, revealing how he was able t...

This is a good one. 

Live from Palm Springs, Jordy and Erica reflect on Jordy's experience at a wedding that ended up being more emotional than she expected. They then explore how to navigate celebratory events when your life feels f*cked up.

Next, they interview TikTok star Caroline Cray, who lives with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, a condition so severe that she can only eat oats and baby formula to survive. Carolin...

Yes, Jordy got into a new trial. Jordy and Erica delve into Jordy’s upcoming trial, discussing her hopes and anxieties as she prepares for this crucial step in her journey. Jordy opens up about her feelings and what this trial means for her future.

Then they welcome Benjamin Goldman, a funeral director from the greater Chicago area and one of Jordy’s husband’s closest friends. Benji shares his unique perspective on the dea...

Get your tissues out for this one.

In this week’s episode, we catch up with Erica and Jordy after a very emotional few weeks.

Jordy reflects on her feelings after a failed CAR-T cell trial and an impending third brain surgery. Erica and Jordy share some of their deepest fears about terminal illness and death.

There is no guidebook for how to manage this, but one thing is for sure, having your best friend ...

Jordy and Erica return as we pieced together two separate, raw and honest conversations recorded over the past couple of weeks. Jordy opens up about the ongoing trials and tribulations of her recovery journey, both mentally and physically. From navigating the highs and lows of her health to grappling with the emotional weight of her experiences, Jordy shares candid insights into the complexities of her healing process. Erica also d...

In this highly anticipated episode, we finally sit down with Hank, Jordy's husband, to hear his side of the story. Listeners have been asking for this episode, and now Hank opens up about his experience as a caregiver while navigating the emotional and physical toll of Jordy’s battle with brain cancer. He shares candid insights into the challenges, fears, and unexpected moments of strength that come with being a caregiver at s...