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Nov. 24, 2023

Recap of Season Four and Update on Maya's Grief Journey

Our fourth season has been a profound exploration of grief, particularly focusing on the often overlooked impact it has on siblings and the rebuilding we do throughout our grief journey. Listen in as I, your host, Maya Roffler, share a recap of our heartfelt season four, as well as an…

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Nov. 21, 2023

Recap of Season Four and Update on Maya's Grief Journey

Our fourth season has been a profound exploration of grief, particularly focusing on the often overlooked impact it has on siblings and the rebuilding we do throughout our grief journey. Listen in as I, your host, Maya Roffler, share a recap of our heartfelt season four, as well as an…

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Nov. 15, 2023

Dr. Dawn DiRaimondo - Coping with Grief during the Holidays

Dr. Dawn DiRaimondo, a renowned author, Psychologist and surviving sibling, joins us once again to explore the profound journey of healing and connection during the holiday season. Her touching recollections of her brother's tragic loss while in Iraq, their last Christmas conversation, and the subsequent transformation of her family's holiday…

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Nov. 15, 2023

Dr. Dawn DiRaimondo - Coping with Grief during the Holidays

Dr. Dawn DiRaimondo, a renowned author, Psychologist and surviving sibling, joins us once again to explore the profound journey of healing and connection during the holiday season. Dawn shares the story of her brother Michael's death in combat, their last Christmas conversation, and the subsequent transformation of her family's holiday…

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Nov. 8, 2023

Susan Casey - Finding a Purpose in Grief

Today's episode is a touching tribute to the adventurous spirit of Rocky, Susan Casey's brother who tragically passed away on Valentine's Day 2014. Susan's vivid retelling of Rocky's life and love for exploration, unexpectedly ended at a young age. In the wake of Rocky's death, Susan's life was transformed. She…

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Nov. 8, 2023

Susan Casey - Finding a Purpose in Grief

Today's episode is a touching tribute to the adventurous spirit of Rocky, Susan Casey's brother who tragically passed away on Valentine's Day 2014. Susan's vivid retelling of Rocky's life and love for exploration, unexpectedly ended at a young age. In the wake of Rocky's death, Susan's life was transformed. She…

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Nov. 1, 2023

Laura Weiss - The Journey to Healthy Grieving

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. Every family has its story, and our guest, Laura Weiss, is here to share hers with us. Laura's…

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Nov. 1, 2023

Laura Weiss - The Journey to Healthy Grieving

Every family has its story, and our guest, Laura Weiss, is here to share hers with us. Laura's journey begins with the loss of her brother, Ben, a vibrant individual who was much more to her than just a sibling. Laura opens up about Ben’s struggle with Alpha 1 Antitrypsin…

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Oct. 25, 2023

Leigh Smith - From Traumatic Brain Injury to 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. Leigh first took on the role of her sister’s caretaker when Beth experienced a tragic car accident at…

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Oct. 25, 2023

Leigh Smith - From Traumatic Brain Injury to 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. Leigh first took on the role of her sister’s caretaker when Beth experienced a tragic car accident at…

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Oct. 18, 2023

Emily Heim - Young loss to 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. How can you grapple with the devastating pain of losing a sibling to addiction and transform it into…

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Oct. 18, 2023

Emily Heim - Young Loss to 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. How can you grapple with the devastating pain of losing a sibling to addiction and transform it into…

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Oct. 13, 2023

Jordon Ferber - Healing and Humor

Meet Jordon Ferber, a surviving sibling who's traversed the labyrinth of loss through a mix of tender reflection, candid conversations, and a dash of humor. Jordon recounts the larger-than-life story of his younger brother Russell - an inspiring young man who managed to charm the New York Knicks at the…

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Oct. 11, 2023

Jordon Ferber - Healing and Humor

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. Meet Jordon Ferber, a surviving sibling who's traversed the labyrinth of loss through a mix of tender reflection,…

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Oct. 11, 2023

Jordan Ferber - Healing and Humor

Meet Jordon Ferber, a surviving sibling who's traversed the labyrinth of loss through a mix of tender reflection, candid conversations, and a dash of humor. Jordon recounts the larger-than-life story of his younger brother Russell - an inspiring young man who managed to charm the New York Knicks at the…

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Oct. 4, 2023

Christine Bartlett - Losing the Mental Health Battle

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. For years Christine answered multiple ‘goodbye calls’ from her brother Pete. Finding him in the midst of attempted…

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Oct. 3, 2023

Christine Bartlett - Losing the Mental Health Battle

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. For years Christine answered multiple ‘goodbye calls’ from her brother Pete. Finding him in the midst of attempted…

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Sept. 28, 2023

Lori Luna - Addressing Anger in Grief

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. Lori always saw herself as her brother, Brian’s protector and still fills that role after his death, preserving…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Lori Luna - Addressing Anger in Grief

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. Lori always saw herself as her brother, Brian’s protector and still fills that role after his death, preserving…

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Sept. 20, 2023

Kayleigh Hubbard: Navigating an Accidental Loss

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. Kayleigh was 15 years old when her 11 year old brother, Vince, passed by what was thought to…

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Sept. 20, 2023

Kayleigh Hubbard: Navigating an accidental loss and blame

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. Kayleigh was 15 years old when her 11 year old brother, Vince, passed by what was thought to…

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Sept. 13, 2023

Elizabeth DeVita Rayburn - The Empty Room: Surviving the Loss of a Brother or Sister At Any Age

Elizabeth opens up about her family's profound struggle when her brother, Ted, was diagnosed with rare blood disorder aplastic anemia. Their innocent childhood turned into a harsh reality as Ted spent eight years in a laminar air flow room at the National Institutes of Health. Elizabeth recounts their childhood inside…

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Sept. 13, 2023

Elizabeth Devita Raeburn - The Empty Room: Surviving the Loss of a Brother or Sister At Any Age

Elizabeth opens up about her family's profound struggle when her brother, Ted, was diagnosed with rare blood disorder aplastic anemia. Their innocent childhood turned into a harsh reality as Ted spent eight years in a laminar air flow room at the National Institutes of Health. Elizabeth recounts their childhood inside…

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July 31, 2023

The Surviving Siblings Podcast Live Stream

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