John Trautwein: When Tragedy Strikes; Transforming Grief into Hope, Healing, and Action

Posted on November 5, 2026 - by admin

On this show Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley interview John Trautwein former professional athlete, business leader, author, motivational speaker and nationally recognized advocate for teen mental health. When John’s 15-year-old son Will took his life in 2010, John thought his own life was over. He soon learned he was wrong thanks to the love and support of family, friends, teammates, the compassion of strangers, and his faith.  Along with his wife, Susie, John co-founded The Will to Live Foundation, dedicated to raising awareness of teen suicide. He is the author of The Will to Live:  One Family Turned Tragedy into […]

Dr. Tom Attig: The Challenges and Opportunities of Grief

Posted on October 29, 2026 - by admin

On this show, Dr. Tom Attig joins Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley to share insights on grief drawn from both personal experience and his distinguished career in death education and counseling. He is a Fellow of the International Work Group on Death, Dying, and Bereavement and has received major honors from the International Network on Personal Meaning, the Association for Death Education and Counseling, and the Center for Death Education and Bioethics at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. His latest book is Seeking Wisdom in Death’s Shadows.

Pamela Hagens: Healing the Grieving Mind, Body and Spirit

Posted on October 22, 2026 - by admin

Join Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley and their guest Pamela Hagens Grief Educator, grandmother, runner and health & fitness enthusiast. On this show Pamela will share with us how after the death of her son she came to understand the importance of addressing her grief not only through her mind but also her body and spirit.  She is on the National Board of Directors of The Compassionate Friends where she is Chairperson of Inclusion & Diversity Commission.

Jordan Gross & Dan Wolfson: Beyond Loss; Empowering Grieving Families

Posted on October 15, 2026 - by admin

On this show join Dr’s Gloria and Heidi Horsley and their guests Jordan Gross  Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Dr. Dan Wolfson licensed clinical psychologist discuss the needs of grieving families.  Both Dan and Jordan specialize in grief recovery and have extensive experience working with bereaved adults and children. They are co-authors of My Whole Grief.

Dr. Angela Dean: The Broken Pack-Navigating Sibling Loss Together

Posted on October 8, 2026 - by admin

Join Dr Gloria and Dr Heidi Horsley and their guest Dr. Angela Dean for a discussion of how sibling loss can impact surviving siblings throughout a lifetime. Dr. Dean is founder of The Broken Pack and host of podcast The Broken Pack:  Stories of Sibling Loss.

Charlene Lam: Curating Grief

Posted on October 1, 2026 - by admin

Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley interview Charlene Lam, a certified grief coach, TEDx speaker, and author of Curating Grief. After her mother’s death in 2013, Lam used creative and curatorial skills to address her grief. Through The Grief Gallery®, she hosts international exhibitions of keepsakes from loved ones and shares her methods via sessions, programs, and talks. 

Jill Greenbaum: The Art of Living with Loss

Posted on September 24, 2026 - by admin

On this show, Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley talk with Dr. Jill Greenbaum, a contemplative chaplain, coach, visual storyteller, and Appreciative Inquiry facilitator, about finding hope after loss. Dr. Greenbaum is trained in Buddhist chaplaincy, integrative thanatology, art-assisted grief therapy, and trauma-informed teaching. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Jill-Greenbaum-The-Art-of-Living-with-Loss.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Allison M. Alford: Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough.

Posted on September 17, 2026 - by admin

In this episode of the Open to Hope Podcast, Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley welcome communication expert and researcher Allison M. Alford, PhD, author of Good Daughtering: The Work You’ve Always Done, the Credit You’ve Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough. Together, they explore the often unseen emotional labor of adult daughters, the pressure to meet impossible expectations, and how grief, caregiving, and family relationships can leave daughters questioning whether they’re doing enough. Dr. Alford shares practical insights on setting healthy boundaries, building emotional resilience, and redefining what it means to be a “good enough” […]

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Jennifer France: Messages from Beyond: A Survivor’s Journey Through Grief and Afterlife Communication

Posted on September 10, 2026 - by admin

Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley host Jennifer France as she discusses her experiences with afterlife communication following the death of her partner by suicide in 2019. She describes a significant change in her perspective regarding the afterlife, the Universe, and her sense of higher power. Jennifer France is also the author of Faith, Hope & Love: A Survivor’s Memoir. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Jennifer-France_-A-Survivors-Journey-Through-Grief-and-Afterlife-Communication.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Dr. Celeste Birkhofer: The Road to Healing: Grief, Mental Health, and Finding Fulfillment

Posted on September 3, 2026 - by admin

Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley interview Dr. Celeste Birkhofer, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Stanford. After her son’s suicide, Celeste focused on mental health and resilience. She wrote Beyond Quick Fixes: Essential Ingredients for Better Mental Health and a Fulfilling Life. https://media.blubrry.com/open_to_hope_1/www.opentohope.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Dr-Celeste-Birkhofer_-The-Road-to-Healing-Grief-Mental-Health-and-Finding-Fulfillment.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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