Grief, Grit, and Laughing Anyway | Courtney Oroszko on Love, Loss, and Resilience

Courtney Oroszko is proof that strength and humor can carry you through the unimaginable. A lawyer, mother of two, and one of Kara’s closest friends, Courtney has faced the loss of her husband to stage 4 esophageal cancer, the sudden death of her mother, and the passing of dear friends . Yet she continues to show up for her kids, her career, and her community with courage, wit, and an open heart. She shares how she rebuilt life in the wake of tragedy, why letting people in matters, and the joy she finds in honoring her husband’s memory every day. Expect raw honesty, moments of laughter through tears, and lessons in resilience you won’t forget. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Courtney Oroszko 04:12 From prosecutor to clerk magistrate 11:45 Navigating loss and grief with humor 20:30 Remembering Pat: life, love, and legacy 33:18 Parenting after loss 41:55 The power of community and asking for help 55:10 Finding joy in small, everyday moments 1:04:47 Annual traditions to keep memories alive 1:15:20 Lessons on strength, love, and resilience The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices