We recognize that when a loved one dies, often those who are hurting and the community around them hurt too. Often you don’t know what to do, how to react, why those grieving are acting in a certain way or wonder even how long it will last.
Grief is complicated. We want to ensure that you have some tools and resources to guide you and your loved ones through this time.
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Podcasts About Grief and Loss
Podcasts can offer comfort, understanding, and a sense of connection while grieving. The following programs share personal stories, thoughtful conversations, and practical insights about grief and life after loss.
Please remember that these external resources are provided for general information and are not a substitute for professional mental-health care or crisis support.
All There Is with Anderson Cooper
Hosted by: Anderson Cooper
Best for: Personal and reflective conversations about living with loss
Inspired by Cooper’s experience of sorting through the belongings of his late mother, Gloria Vanderbilt, All There Is explores grief in all its complexity. Through intimate conversations with guests and listeners, the podcast reflects on losing parents, children, siblings, and other important people—and how we continue living with both loss and love.
Grief Out Loud
Hosted by: Jana DeCristofaro
Produced by: Dougy Center
Best for: Personal stories and practical guidance about grief
Grief Out Loud helps open conversations about death, grief, and loss. Episodes combine lived experiences with helpful insights about supporting grieving children, teens, adults, and families. Its compassionate and straightforward approach reminds listeners that grief does not have to be carried alone.
Good Mourning
Hosted by: Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn
Best for: Honest conversations about grief—with warmth and humour
Created by two women brought together through the deaths of their mothers, Good Mourning explores grief, loss, trauma, mental health, and resilience. The hosts and their guests speak candidly about what grief is really like while offering understanding, practical ideas, and moments of hope and humour.
Terrible, Thanks for Asking
Hosted by: Nora McInerny
Best for: Raw, honest stories about loss and difficult life experiences
Terrible, Thanks for Asking invites people to answer the familiar question “How are you?” honestly. Through deeply personal storytelling, the podcast explores grief, illness, relationships, tragedy, and the complicated realities of being human. Although the original series has concluded, past episodes remain available to listeners.
Explore Terrible, Thanks for Asking
A Gentle Reminder
Every grief experience is different. A podcast that feels comforting to one person may feel difficult or overwhelming to another. Choose what feels right for you, take breaks when needed, and seek additional support if listening brings up feelings that become difficult to manage.
Julien’s House is not affiliated with these podcasts and is not responsible for their content. Links lead to external websites.
