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

Sep 12, 2025
Sep 12, 2025
58 min
My guest today is Lara Krawchuk. Lara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is the owner and Clinical Director of Healing Concepts. She is also faculty for the Portland Institute for Loss and Transition. She also leads grief retreats. On this episode, she speaks about Internal Family Systems and Grief.
email: lara.healingpersepectives@gmail.com
Website: www.yourhealingperspectives.com
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Sep 12, 2025
58 min

Sep 5, 2025
Episode 100 Holly Kane (Loss of a Father)
Sep 5, 2025
Sep 5, 2025
48 min
My guest today is Holly Kane. Go back and check out Episode 12/9/23 to hear her Holly’s first episode with me discussing the loss of her father. She has always been one of my favorite episodes and heart-touching stories. I wanted her to come back and help me celebrate EPISODE 100 with some life updates. If her story touches you as much as it does me, send her an email of encouragement or connection!
Website: hollykane10@gmail.com
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Sep 5, 2025
48 min

Sep 5, 2025
Sep 5, 2025
1 hr 3 min
My guest today Dr. Jerry Woodbridge is a Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator with a heart for those navigating loss. She is the author of Joy Overcame Sorrow, a faith-based children’s book told from a 10-year-old’s point of view, Joy’s Journal, a companion guided journal for kids aged 9–12 and Trading My Sorrows for the Joy of the Lord, a heartfelt exploration of widowhood through a spiritual lens. She is also an assistant professor at Liberty University!
Website: www.drjerrylwoodbridge.com
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
Sep 5, 2025
1 hr 3 min

Aug 28, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
1 hr 2 min
My guest today is Elise, the Makeup Mortician. She speaks about the funeral industry as well as how grief became personal.
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themakeupmortician
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisekimberly1/
If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Aug 28, 2025
1 hr 2 min

Aug 15, 2025
Aug 15, 2025
58 min
My guest today is Emily Tanner. She is certified as a life coach from the accredited Faith-Based Coaching Academy and as a grief recovery specialist from the Grief Recovery Method Institute. Emily is also the founder of Brave Widow.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bravewidow/featured
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bravewidow
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brave_widow/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bravewidow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Aug 15, 2025
58 min

Aug 14, 2025
Episode 96 Amanda Miller (Loss of Parents)
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
59 min
My guest today is Amanda Miller, a grief and bereavement specialist and end of life doula. Amanda speaks about the loss of both parents.
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guidinghanddoula
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558409677493
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Aug 14, 2025
59 min

Aug 7, 2025
Aug 7, 2025
56 min
My guest today is Siobhan, otherwise known as Celtic Rose Doula. She is a death doula for hospice care and has some personal stories to tell today.
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic.rose.doula
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569938912001
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celticrosecompassionatecare/
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Aug 7, 2025
56 min

Jul 24, 2025
Jul 24, 2025
1 hr 1 min
My guest today is Dr. Rachel Piltch-Loeb PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERT, PROFESSOR, & CONSULTANT. She is here to discuss her new book The Millennial Caregiver.
Website: https://www.rpiltchloeb.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-piltch-loeb-050a8213/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaelpl/
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If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:
www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast
griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com
https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast
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Jul 24, 2025
1 hr 1 min
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.









