Grief Observed Podcast
Grief Observed Podcast is a series where real people in different stages of life share their personal experiences with grief. The host, Brad Morrell, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in grief counseling. He guides heartfelt conversations, offering listeners a window into the diverse ways individuals process and navigate the complexities of loss. Through these stories, the podcast aims to provide comfort, solace, and a sense of shared understanding for those grappling with their own grief.
Grief Observed Podcast is a series where real people in different stages of life share their personal experiences with grief. The host, Brad Morrell, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in grief counseling. He guides heartfelt conversations, offering listeners a window into the diverse ways individuals process and navigate the complexities of loss. Through these stories, the podcast aims to provide comfort, solace, and a sense of shared understanding for those grappling with their own grief.
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
1hr 1 min
Today, my guest is Sarah, a holistic grief & trauma coach. She was on episode 112. Please go back and listen to that episode when she spoke about the loss of her brother. She is here today to speak about secondary losses and compound/stacked losses.
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahgrieftraumacoach
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

4 days ago
4 days ago
1hr 2 min
Today we're joined by Kim Burditt Bartlett MSW, a suicide loss survivor and prevention advocate. After losing her brother Jon, a Marine veteran, to suicide in 2010, Kim has dedicated her career to supporting grieving families. She now serves as Senior Manager of Family Engagement for the Black Box Project at Stop Soldier Suicide.
Kim’s Website: https://stopsoldiersuicide.org/blackboxproject
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

7 days ago
7 days ago
1hr 12 min
Today, I'm honored to be joined by recording artist Zahna.
Many of you know her through her powerful music, but behind the songs are remarkable stories of resilience, faith, chronic illness, and the kind of losses that often go unseen. I am thankful to go a little deeper into some of those emotions today and to speak about the full story behind her new song “Love & Loss”.
Zahna's Website: https://zahnaofficial.com/
Music used with permission: “Love & Loss” written and performed by Zahna. Used with the express written permission of the copyright holder for inclusion in Grief Observed Podcast. All rights to the musical work and sound recording remain with the copyright holder.
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026
56 min
Today, my guest is Cathy Williams, an award-winning author, speaker, and trainer. We speak about grief and how her work can help those who are dealing with grief issues.
Cathy William’s Information:
Email: cathy@intuitiveself.com.au
Grief support: https://www.intuitiveself.com.au/grief-tending
Heart Wisdom Book: https://www.intuitiveself.com.au/category/all-products
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
56 min
Today, I am joined by Trap Gambino. He is the CEO of Made Fight League, an entrepreneur, entertainer, and fighter. He is also the father of a little girl named Katana Rose. She was 3 years old when she died in 2022 of Acute Leukemia. Trap speaks about his grief.
Find Trap at https://www.instagram.com/trapdaddymma
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 9, 2026
Jul 9, 2026
49 min
My guest today is Wesley Cullen Davidson, a journalist, author, and grief survivor whose son, Graham, died from an overdose at the age of 33 after struggling with substance use for more than two decades. Wesley's story is one of relentless love, impossible decisions, unanswered questions, and the lifelong grief that follows addiction.
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Email: griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com

Jul 8, 2026
Jul 8, 2026
51 min
My guest today is Dr. Alan R. Cohen. He is a pediatric neurosurgeon with more than four decades of experience treating critically ill children at institutions including Boston Children’s Hospital and Johns Hopkins. He is here today to discuss his memoir Comfort Always: Healing in the Age of Technology.

Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
52 min
My guest today is Kristen from LyfeRelease. She is a life coach and here to speak about the loss of her fiancé as well as the loss of a friend. She also speaks about her business LyfeRelease.
Website: https://lyferelease.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lyferelease
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyferelease/
If you would like to join me for an episode, find me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast or send me an email at griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com. I will have the email in the show description.
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Grief Observed Podcast Disclosure
This podcast is intended to give general information, insights, and strategies for managing grief. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any mental disorder. If you are experiencing grief or a mental health condition, we encourage listeners to seek professional help when necessary.
For anything immediate, dial or text 988 for Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anyone who is struggling can use this service, whether it be someone who is depressed, needs to talk, or is contemplating suicide. The crisis counselors are here to listen and support you through whatever difficult times you may be facing.









