Grief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in Life

Transforming Grief and Healing Into a Legacy of Meaning-Making

Grief can leave us shattered, but Alexandra Vassilaros proves it can also be the spark for healing and creative rebirth through meaning-making. In this moving conversation, Pulitzer Prize-nominated playwright and founder of the

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Grief doesn’t follow a roadmap—but it can lead to transformation. In this upcoming episode, Irene talks with Alexandra Vassilaros, Pulitzer Prize co-finalist, playwright, and founder of the Make Meaning Workshop. After losing her husband, Alexandra turned her grief into healing through writing and now helps others do the same. Tune in for a powerful conversation on how sorrow can lead to strength, mea...

What if your persistent unexplained chronic pain or illness isn't just physical? Neuroplastic symptoms describe chronic pain or illness that defies conventional medical explanations, and Dr. David D. Clarke, a pioneering expert in neuroplastic symptoms and mind-body healing, has dedicated his career to uncovering the profound links between stress, gr...

What if your chronic pain or illness isn’t just physical but emotional?

Coming up on Grief and Rebirth with Irene, Dr. David D. Clarke, a pioneer in mind-body healing, reveals how unresolved emotions and trauma can cause neuroplastic symptoms, real and persistent pain that traditional medicine often can’t explain. If you’ve been searching for answers, this conversation may hold the healing insight you’ve been waiting for.

Can your relationship with a loved one continue after death? Exploring the intersection of grief, consciousness, and spirituality, internationally recognized medium and scholar Dr. Karen Frances McCarthy sheds light on the enduring nature of love and the unseen threads that connect us beyond the...

Coming up on Grief and Rebirth, join Irene for a captivating conversation with Dr. Karen Francis McCarthy, a renowned medium, spiritualist, and bestselling author who bridges the worlds of spirit and academia. Discover Karen’s groundbreaking doctoral research into ghost literature, and how rethinking the boundaries between life and death can bring deeper meaning to our modern, often disconnected lives. This eye-opening interview wi...

Are some stories too precious to fade into time?

From boardrooms to bedside interviews, Andrew Hall’s journey is a testament to the power of storytelling to heal, unite, and illuminate what matters most. In this heartfelt conversation, Irene and Andrew, co-founder of No Story Lost, discuss his deeply personal journey—from the corporate world to co-creating custom legacy books with his cousin. What began as a loving endeavor to c...

How a Grandfather’s Wisdom Became a Gift for Generations

Next up on Grief and Rebirth, Andrew Hall shares the inspiring story behind the creation of 'No Story Lost.' Motivated by his and his cousin, Jeremy Bryant's desire to preserve their grandfather's precious stories, they transformed cherished family narratives into beautifully crafted coffee table books. Join us in the next episode to hear how this service helps families fi...

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Next up on Grief and Rebirth, we have Charlie Bynar, who shares her journey of profound loss and spiritual awakening following the tragic death of her 16-year-old son, Isaac, and the terminal cancer diagnosis of her husband, Chris. Charlie discusses her transformative session with renowned medium Allison Dubois, highlights from her inspiring book 'Through the Darkness, A Story of Love from the ...

What would compel a woman from Ohio to fly to Havana in search of her deceased mother—three decades after her passing? Meet Rebe Huntman, author of My Mother in Havana: A Memoir of Magic & Miracle, whose powerful story of loss, grief, and rebirth will leave you spellbound. At 19, Rebe lost her mother to cancer. But it wasn’t until 30 years later that her healing truly began—when she followed a spiritual call to Cuba an...

In our next Grief and Rebirth interview, you'll hear from Rebe Huntman about her deeply moving journey of losing her mother to cancer at the age of 19 and, 30 years later, traveling from Ohio to Cuba in search of her mother through Afro-Cuban religions. Her experiences are beautifully encapsulated in her memoir, 'My Mother In Havana: A Memoir of Magi...

How Can Adversity Become the Foundation for an Extraordinary Rebirth?hat if the very wounds that once shattered you held the key to your greatest transformation? Get ready to be moved by the extraordinary journey of Rocio Aquino and Angel Orengo, the visionary minds behind the organization For The Highest Good and the soul-stirring book titled The Orchid: The Secret Code of Modern Goddesses. Through heart-wrenching advers...

Next up, Irene speaks with Rocio Aquino Angel Orengo, the visionary co-founders of 'For the Highest Good.' They discuss their debut book, 'The Orchid, The Secret Code of Modern Goddesses,' which is a guide to self-discovery and inner balance. The interview delves into their personal experiences with sexual abuse, single motherhood, and other life cha...

Men have been raised in a culture of silence when it comes to grief. They are taught that showing emotion and asking for help are signs of weakness; they should only be strong and steadfast at all times. In honor of Father’s Day in the U.S., this special episode invites Marv Weidner back to the podcast to discuss how men can overcome this stigma, why they should never shy away from the topic of grief, and how they can finally feel ...

Join me and Marv Weidner, author of 'When the Rocks Sing,' shares the profound life lessons he learned while grieving the loss of his wife to cancer. He discusses how men are socialized to avoid grief, the impact this has, and strategies to build resilience. Marv also talks about the role of a spiritual and intimacy coach in opening his heart to love again and offers guidance on supporting othe...

Are we on the cusp of a profound shift that mankind is currently experiencing a consciousness evolution? Join Dr. Christine Dolahan, who holds a Ph.D. specializing in Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health, to explore this very question. In this episode, Christine shares her unique perspective, shaped by near-death experiences that mirrored her vivid pre-birth memories, personal experiences with spirit babies, and navi...

In the next episode of Grief and Rebirth, we explore the insights of Christine Dolahan, a life coach, humanistic and transpersonal psychology researcher, energy healer, and intuitive. Christine shares her experiences with near-death experiences, vivid pre-birth memories, and the impact of losing a childhood friend on her journey into healing and self-discovery. She also discusses her encounters...

During her father Frank’s passing, Amber Kasic, a a former educator turned Evidential Medium and End-of-Life Coach, experienced a profound shared death experience that changed her life forever. Now, with Frank as a guiding presence from beyond, Amber offers powerful insights on grief, soul contracts, discovering our true selves, and the heartfelt message her father has for the world. Don’t miss this conversation— Amber’s story will...