The Grief Show
The Grief Show
Travis Swearengen
The Grief Show unpacks the difficult and very broad topic of grief in its many phases and contexts.
Ep 7: Grief & Support Systems (w/ Kurtis Vanderpool)
On this episode of the podcast, Kurtis Vanderpool joins us to discuss grief and support systems. He shares about the experience of losing his brother in law, as well as a mother figure in this life.  Kurtis' resources:  There Is No Good Card For This by Emily McDowell  
Oct 22, 2021
44 min
Ep 6: Remembering Jordan Blake Watts (w/ Nick Watts)
On this episode of The Grief Show, the mighty Nick Watts joins me to talk about the loss of his son, Jordan Blake Watts, to suicide. We discuss the sudden loss of a child, mental health, and more.   Note: In this episode we get a glimpse into the worst day of Nick’s life, and it may be disturbing for some listeners.   Nick’s favorite resources: A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis Opening and closing song: Sharks & Airplanes by Jordan Blake Watts   Join the Grief Show Community: Here Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube www.thegriefshow.com
Aug 25, 2021
1 hr 4 min
Ep 5: Remembering Sam Lowrance (w/ Christine Lowrance)
On this episode of The Grief Show, the mighty Christine Lowrance joins me to talk about the loss of her husband, Sam. We discuss becoming a widow, parenting, and so much more.   Christine’s favorite resources: 1.) On Grief - by Matthias J Barker 2.) The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy   Christine’s TikTok - @ChristineLowrance   Join the Grief Show Community: Here Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube www.thegriefshow.com
Aug 20, 2021
59 min
Ep 4: The Differences Between Losing a Child and Losing a Parent (w/ Vincent Kolb)
Vincent Kolb is a husband, father, and designer in Texas.  On this episode, we discuss Vincent's experience with losing his daughter, as well as his father.  www.thegriefshow.com Intro & Outro music is "Now That You're Gone" by Kavv
Jul 30, 2021
49 min
Ep 3: Remembering Melanie Kate (w/ Baylee Dover)
On this episode, Baylee Dover shares about life after the loss of her daughter, Melanie Kate Dover. We discuss child loss, anger, and support systems.   Baylee’s favorite resources: Hope Mommies Hearts Like Hannah And Still She Laughs by Kate Merrick The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk   Join the Grief Show Community: Here Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube www.thegriefshow.com Music: Now That You're Gone by Kavv
Jul 20, 2021
1 hr 15 min
Ep 2: Exploring Different types of Grief (w/ Cecily Gibson)
Cecily Gibson is a marriage and family therapist serving in Lubbock, Texas. On this episode of The Grief Show, we talk about differing types of grief, helpful resources, and more.   Cecily’s suggested Resources: whatsyourgrief.com Psychologytoday.com   Join the Grief Show Community: Here Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube www.thegriefshow.com Intro & Outro music is "Now That You're Gone" by Kavv
Jul 10, 2021
46 min
Ep 1: The Loss of My Father (w/ Caleb Monroe)
Randy Lee Swearengen was my father. He passed on February 5th, 2020 and was my driving inspiration in everything that I’ve done. On this episode, my good friend Caleb Monroe and I discuss the loss of my father and the weight of building a community around grief.  Join the Grief Show Community: Here Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube www.thegriefshow.com Intro & Outro music is "Now That You're Gone" by Kavv
Jun 30, 2021
49 min