Couple O' Nukes

A Baby Born Too Early & A Wife Gone Too Soon: Navigating Grief, God, And Fatherhood


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Today, I sit down with Weston Brandon, a man whose story embodies what this show is all about—transforming fear into magnetic momentum. Mr. Brandon walks me through the moment his entire life changed at just twenty-three years old, when he lost his wife only two weeks after the premature birth of their son. As he recounts the shock, grief, and spiritual turmoil that followed, we talk about how moments like these become crossroads where people either collapse or begin to rebuild.

Throughout this episode, we explore the weight of trauma, the power of anchors in faith, and the spiritual reality of being angry with God without abandoning Him. Mr. Brandon shares how his mission work, early spiritual experiences, and the words he found in Scripture became foundation points during the darkest days of his life. We also discuss the harsh reality that many people in crisis search for someone to blame—whether themselves, God, or even their own children—and how self-awareness and intentional healing prevent that resentment from destroying families. 

Later, we get into Mr. Brandon’s journey as a single father navigating grief, identity, and the rediscovery of companionship. He opens up about what it felt like to date again, how he handled others’ judgments, and how prayer, clarity, and emotional work ultimately led him to his wife and the life he is building now. From there, we explore his transition into speaking, coaching, writing, and developing a framework that blends faith, physics, personal responsibility, and emotional healing—culminating in his book, The Overhaul: Fixing Your Mindset and Driving Success. 

https://www.westonbrandon.com/

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*Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

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