In the final episode of Season 2, Rachel and Kendel reflect on their journey through grief, powerful guest stories, and what they’ve learned along the way. They dive into grief etiquette, the impact of sharing personal loss, and why sensitive, open conversations about death matter. From lighthearted memories to deep emotional truths, this season explored it all — tune in to hear how grief connects us, transforms us, and how community helps carry us through.

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In this episode of Two Girls with Grief, Kendel and Rachel sit down with Hannah Rumsey, founder of Friends Missing Friends, to dive into the often-overlooked grief of losing a friend. Hannah shares her journey after losing her friend Lauren and highlights the emotional complexities that arise when grieving a friend in a society that doesn’t always recognize this type of loss.

Key Takeaways: 💔 The societal stigma around friend loss and why it’s often minimized

🗣️ The healing power of sharing stories and creating safe spaces for grief

🌱 How friendships shape personal growth and why their loss hits differently

📚 The role of media and literature in shaping our understanding of grief

⏳ The ongoing impact of time on grief and the importance of diverse friendships

Join us as we unpack the complexities of friend loss and advocate for more support and understanding around this often invisible grief.

Connect with Hannah here:

friendsmissingfriends.com

In this episode of Two Girls with Grief, Rachel and Kendel talk with Cara Belvin, founder of Empower, a nonprofit that supports youth who have lost a parent. Cara shares her personal journey of losing her mother at a young age and how it inspired her to build a community for grieving children.

Key Takeaways: 💙 The importance of mentorship and community in grief 🗣️ Giving young people space to share their stories and emotions 📚 How literature and storytelling can help navigate grief 🤝 Challenges faced by nonprofits and the power of community support ✨ The lifelong impact of grief and the importance of self-care and grace

Tune in to hear Cara’s inspiring story and learn how Empower is changing lives.

Learn More here:

https://weareempower.org/

*There were technical spirity issues in this episode so Kendel was dropped off and on in this conversation and a few sound issues.

In this episode, Kendel and Rachel welcome Felix Lerma, a San Francisco-based psychic medium who made Rachel a believer. Rachel shares her powerful experience with Felix and how their sessions helped her navigate her grief journey.

The conversation explores: 🔮 Why healthy skepticism is important when choosing a psychic medium 🕰️ When the right time might be to seek one out 👻 Plus—unexpected spirit visits make a surprise appearance during the episode!

Note: There were some “spirity” technical issues, causing Kendel to drop off occasionally and a few sound glitches, but the conversation is too good to miss!

Tune in for an enlightening and heartfelt discussion!

Felix's Website

https://www.felixleelerma.com/

Felix's podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaking-spiritually-with-amy-and-felix-lee/id1747002475

Writer and therapist Sara Rian opens up about losing her mother to suicide, the healing power of poetry, and the importance of ethical grief support. She explores the intersection of grief and love, the role of literature in healing, and why vulnerability and authenticity are essential in sharing loss. This conversation highlights the power of words to create connection, foster open dialogue, and express complex emotions.

Alex Ostebo opens up about losing her sister Denali, the emotional journey of grief, and the struggle of letting go while preserving memories. From sorting through belongings to finding joy after loss, this conversation explores the healing power of storytelling and how Alex’s upcoming fantasy novel, Realm Jumper keeps her sister’s spirit alive.

In this Crossover episode,Kendel & Rachel welcome Rob from Obsessed with Death Podcast where he shares his unique take on society’s discomfort with death, the emotional complexities of grief, and the surprising role of humor. The conversation explores true crime fascination, funeral planning, and how to support loved ones without “fixing” their pain.

Brendan Shaw opens up about the tragic loss of his brother, Philip, and the complexities of grief, justice, and healing. He shares the emotional toll of legal battles, the unique pain of sibling loss, and how grief reshapes relationships. The conversation explores the differences in how men and women process grief, the power of connection, and finding purpose after tragedy. Connect with Brendan here: brendanshawgrief.com

Brendan Shaw opens up about the tragic loss of his brother, Philip, and the complexities of grief, justice, and healing. He shares the emotional toll of legal battles, the unique pain of sibling loss, and how grief reshapes relationships. The conversation explores the differences in how men and women process grief, the power of connection, and finding purpose after tragedy.

Connect with Brendan here: brendanshawgrief.com

Rachel and Kendel sit down with Rebecca Feinglos, founder of Grieve Leave, to unpack the realities of grief—from navigating holidays and personal keepsakes to dating and workplace bereavement policies. They explore how grief and joy can coexist, the impact of loss on relationships, and why self-love is key to healing. Tune in for real talk, personal stories, and insights on embracing life after loss.

Learn more about Rebecca Feingloss and Greave leave here:Grieve Leave

Articles mentioned in episode:

https://www.grieveleave.com/blog/death-divorce-and-dating-my-top-ten-tips-for-grievers-looking-for-love

https://www.grieveleave.com/podcasts/grief-d-up/episodes/2148923175

https://www.grieveleave.com/blog/death-dating-a-conversation-with-love-is-blind-s-zanab-jaffrey-and-julian-torres