On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss with Janet Burroway, New York Times best selling author, her book “Losing Tim” a memoir about the death of her oldest son, Tim, a U.S. soldier and contractor who served in Iraq and died by suicide in 2004 at age 40. They then show a film clip produced by The Stop Soldier Suicide Foundation and interview CEO Brian Kinsella.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Tashel Bordere Ph.D., CT regarding her work in death, dying and bereavement with black families. A video clip is shown featuring Harlem Mother’s S.A.V.E. followed by an interview with founder Jackie Rowe-Adams bereaved mother of Anthony and Tyrone who lost their lives to gun violence.
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On This show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Gary Mendell and Chuck Collins two bereaved dads who have transformed their grief into action. Gary Mendell by founding Shatterproof in honor of his son Brian and Chuck Collins by serving as president of the board of directors of The Compassionate Friends in honor of his daughter Tiffanie. A film clip from Shatterproof Foundation is shown.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Barbara Allen whose son, Jim, overdosed on heroin and alcohol in 2003. She is the founder of “Shatter the Stigma” an organization with the goal of bringing the disease of addiction into the light of hope and healing. Joining her on the show is Dave Roberts, LMSW, CASAC, a bereaved parent and addiction professional. Both Barbara and Dave are actively involved with The Compassionate Friends. The Show will close with singer songwriter Paul Alexander singing, “Light a Candle.” Played at memorial candle lightings around the world.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Jill Kraft Thompson an amazing woman who has re-built her life after losing five people she loved the most. She survived the car crash that killed five members of her family – her husband Bart, her two sons, Ben and Sam, her mom and her niece, Sarah. She is the author of “Finding Jill”. Richard Beck Ph.D. and trauma expert gives his thoughts on trauma recovery. The show will closes with singer songwriter Paul Alexander singing “Light a Candle”.
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On this show Dr. Heidi and Dr. Gloria Horsley interview Susan Esposito Lombardo whose father Billy Esposito, vice president and partner at Cantor Fitzgerald was killed on the 104th floor of the north tower on 9/11. In his memory the family founded A Caring Hand, The Billy Esposito Foundation and Bereavement Program helping grieving children and their families. Robin Goodman Ph.D. director of the foundation discusses their work. The show closes with singer and songwriter Paul Alexander singing “Pennies From Heaven”.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss with comedian Jordon Feber and Keith Singer the impact of the loss of their siblings and how they have found hope after loss and gone to inspire others who have lost brothers and sisters. Both Jordon and Keith are involved with The Compassionate Friends Foundation and have helped thousands of siblings on their journey of loss and recovery. The show closes with Capathia Jenkins and Amber Iman signing “We Will Never Be Apart” from the musical “Harriet” based on the story of Harriet Tubman.
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On this show Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss Diversity and Grief with Doneley Meris Founder & Executive Director at HIV Arts Network and Capathia Jenkins actor, singer and board of directors of Covenant House. A video with Dr. Andy Ho of Hong Kong University discusses Chinese responses to death. The show closes with Amber Iman singing “Do I Ask Too Much” from the Musical “Harriett” based on the life of Harriet Tubman.
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley discuss with Louise Bruce, bereaved mom the experience of losing two special needs children, Laura and Chris. Louise has honored the children by starting the LaChris Connection serving families of kids with disabilities. The second guest is Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, Hospice social worker, Cystic Fibrosis survivor and author of “The Power of two: A Twin Triumph Over Cystic Fibrosis” Isabel discusses her process in coping with Cystic Fibrosis, lung transplants and the death of her twin. These inspirational guests show how through hope, charity and love they have overcome […]
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On this show Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Heidi Horsley interview Sue Story and David Hull both bereaved parents whose children died after jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Sue and David have gone on to honor their children by advocating for safety changes in the bridge and suicide prevention. David is the co-founder of the Bridge Rail Foundation. The second guest is Reverend Ron Harder bereaved parent of Zachary whose loss has moved him to also help others. Ron is a minster, Funeral Director and Owner along with his wife Chris of the Heritage Oaks Funeral Home and the […]
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