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Aug. 20, 2024

Anne Pinkerton's Journey Through Grief and Loss After David's Fatal Fall

In this episode of the Surviving Siblings podcast, host Maya Roffler welcomes Anne Pinkerton, who shares the profound story of her brother David, who tragically passed away after a fall while hiking in Colorado. Anne delves into their unique sibling bond, her grief journey, and the process of writing her…

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May 22, 2024

S5 E11: Maya's Season 5 Recap

As we draw the curtain on the fifth season of Surviving Siblings, I'm overwhelmed with a mix of emotions, reminiscent of the day I faced my own sibling loss. Sharing this journey with you has magnified the courage it takes to traverse the winding road of grief, and it's clear…

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May 22, 2024

Maya's Season 5 Recap

As we draw the curtain on the fifth season of Surviving Siblings, I'm overwhelmed with a mix of emotions, reminiscent of the day I faced my own sibling loss. Sharing this journey with you has magnified the courage it takes to traverse the winding road of grief, and it's clear…

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May 15, 2024

Confronting a Sisters Addiction

How do families navigate the loss and addiction? Join us as Julia, a woman whose life has been intimately shaped by such an ordeal, shares her story with honesty and vulnerability. We traverse through her childhood marred by divorce and alcoholism. The narrative takes a particularly tender turn when reflecting…

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May 15, 2024

S5 E10: Confronting a Sisters Addiction

How do families navigate the loss and addiction? Join us as Julia, a woman whose life has been intimately shaped by such an ordeal, shares her story with honesty and vulnerability. We traverse through her childhood marred by divorce and alcoholism. The narrative takes a particularly tender turn when reflecting…

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May 8, 2024

S5 E9: Sudden Loss to a Motorcycle Accident

Moments of tragedy often bring silent solidarity alongside the pain, and this episode is a testament to that duality. Chelsea recounts the day that altered her reality forever, the instinctive need to protect her family, and the unexpected kindness that can emerge from strangers in our darkest hours. As we…

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May 8, 2024

Sudden Loss to a Motorcycle Accident

Moments of tragedy often bring silent solidarity alongside the pain, and this episode is a testament to that duality. Chelsea recounts the day that altered her reality forever, the instinctive need to protect her family, and the unexpected kindness that can emerge from strangers in our darkest hours. As we…

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May 1, 2024

Navigating Anticipatory Grief

This episode features a poignant conversation with Samantha, exploring her emotional journey through anticipatory grief and healing after losing her brother Chris to cancer. Samantha delves into the complexities of her relationship with Chris, revealing he was her half-brother shortly before his passing, and the impact of his death on…

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May 1, 2024

S5 E8: Navigating Anticipatory Grief

This episode features a poignant conversation with Samantha, exploring her emotional journey through anticipatory grief and healing after losing her brother Chris to cancer. Samantha delves into the complexities of her relationship with Chris, revealing he was her half-brother shortly before his passing, and the impact of his death on…

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April 24, 2024

S5 E7: Under the Grasp of Bipolar Disorder

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Today's episode features a heartrending discussion with Taylor Taylor, who opens up about the cherished bond with her…

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April 24, 2024

Under the Grasp of Bipolar Disorder

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Today's episode features a heartrending discussion with Taylor Taylor, who opens up about the cherished bond with her…

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April 17, 2024

Finding Hope After Multiple Losses

Join us as we welcome Angie to our heartfelt conversation, where she unveils the complex tapestry of her family's experiences with loss, resilience, and the enduring love between siblings. Tragedy strikes in an instant- Angie opens up about the terrifying moment her brother Seth's laughter was replaced by the grip…

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April 17, 2024

S5 E6: Finding Hope After Multiple Losses

Join us as we welcome Angie to our heartfelt conversation, where she unveils the complex tapestry of her family's experiences with loss, resilience, and the enduring love between siblings. Tragedy strikes in an instant- Angie opens up about the terrifying moment her brother Seth's laughter was replaced by the grip…

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April 10, 2024

S5 E5: Mending Piece by Piece

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. When Linda's world was shattered not once, but twice, by the loss of her brothers Micheal and Jeff,…

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April 10, 2024

Mending Piece by Piece

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. When Linda's world was shattered not once, but twice, by the loss of her brothers Micheal and Jeff,…

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April 3, 2024

S5 E4: Sisterhood Amidst Adoption and Addiction

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Join us as we welcome Sarah to share the poignant story of her relationship with her late sister,…

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April 3, 2024

Sisterhood Amidst Adoption and Addiction

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Join us as we welcome Sarah to share the poignant story of her relationship with her late sister,…

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March 27, 2024

S5 E3: Unexpected Loss and Healing Through Poetry

In this episode, we welcome Laing as she recounts the cherished moments with her sister Jenna and confronts the irony that lay in her professional expertise in medical devices, contrasting sharply with Jenna's untimely death with sleep apnea. We discuss the transformative power of rituals and creative expression in the…

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March 27, 2024

Unexpected Loss and Healing Through Poetry

In this episode, we welcome Laing as she recounts the cherished moments with her sister Jenna and confronts the irony that lay in her professional expertise in medical devices, contrasting sharply with Jenna's untimely death with sleep apnea. We discuss the transformative power of rituals and creative expression in the…

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March 20, 2024

Navigating Sibling Loss to Domestic Violence

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Our guest Stacy shares her personal journey with her sister Katie Jo, painting a vivid picture of the…

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March 20, 2024

S5 E2: Navigating Sibling Loss to Domestic Violence

CONTENT WARNING: Please note that this episode contains depictions and stories of siblings lost by suicide, homicide and/or domestic violence. We understand that some people may find these triggering, activating and/or disturbing. Our guest Stacy shares her personal journey with her sister Katie Jo, painting a vivid picture of the…

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March 13, 2024

S5 E1: A Firefighter's Eternal Flame

This season begins with a heartfelt tribute by my guest, Katie, to her late brother Patrick, whose dream of firefighting was both his passion and his legacy. As Katie recounts their childhood memories and Patrick's unwavering determination to join the fire service, listeners will be moved by the depth of…

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March 12, 2024

S5 E1: A Firefighter's Eternal Flame

Season 5: Episode 1 A Firefighter's Eternal Flame This season begins with a heartfelt tribute by my guest, Katie, to her late brother Patrick, whose dream of firefighting was both his passion and his legacy. As Katie recounts their childhood memories and Patrick's unwavering determination to join the fire service,…

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Jan. 29, 2024

Grief - Let's Talk About It

Join me on Tony's podcast as we talk about Grief LIVE! January 30th at 1pm EST.

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