The Grieving Girl

In the final episode of Season 4, Bonnie sits down with her brother from another mother, Michael. Together the two touch on an assortment of topics that have come up through the season and even a few new ones. Specifically, grief over the last five years. How life looks different -- friendships, careers, people who have come and gone. Don't miss out on his chat!

In this episode, Bonnie sits down to chat with Melissa Jones about her new journey of being a death doula. From experiencing a lot of loss, the calling to help those at the end of their life has been strong. Listen along while the girls talk about what it is, why it's so important and share their weird cling to micro-tragedies in their grief.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie does what she never likes doing and sits down... by herself... to check in on her mom's 4 year death anniversary. She shares how grief has and hasn't changed, the want yet hesitation to unlock her moms phone and cries -- a lot. Listen to this weeks episode for a heartfelt, meaningful and real look at how grief still effects your host.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Mark. Together the two discuss loss of time-- the grief that stems from childhood trauma. For Mark, his youth spent navigating how to be himself raised in a more conservative area as a closeted gay child and the loss that comes with it. For Bonnie, the years spent masking or ignoring the death of her dad so that her mom would feel safe to navigate as the head of the house. The two just had birthdays -- do they think they can reclaim their time?

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her lifelong friend Julia. Whats fun about this episode? Julia flips the script and interviews Bonnie. From how to better to support a grieving friend, the crazy things people said and did down to spiritual healing -- the girls cover it all.

This week on The Grieving Girl Podcast, Bonnie sits down with Ethan Blauner — a former colleague from her Switch Playground NYC days — to share a powerful story of love, loss, and resilience.When Ethan’s dad traveled alone to Israel at the start of the war, Ethan followed into the chaos to search for him. What began as a desperate hunt ended in heartbreak.In this raw and moving conversation, Ethan opens up about the emotional toll of that search, the moment grief hit hardest, and how he's turning pain into purpose. From opening the gym they dreamed of, to founding the Dead Dad Run Club, to finding unexpected healing through music — this episode is about surviving loss and carrying love forward.Content warning: themes of death, war, and grief.

In this short episode, Bonnie is joined by her bestie, Natalie. The two chat about Natalie's weird grief share, how it might be more normal than she thought and what else to come this season!

In the first episode of this season, "We Listen but we don't judge", Bonnie is joined by her sister, Christie, who is no stranger to the Grieving Girl Podcast. In what Bonnie calls, "forced therapy" where she makes her sister talk about grief on the podcast, they chat about how they plan to move through mother's day -- whether that's doing things with family or simply ignoring the day. They also chat about weird things their grief has made them do. We all have our griefy secrets don't we? But in the end.... we listen but we don't judge!

In the final episode of our holiday season, Bonnie sits down with her friend and Elf castmate, Kat Brunner, to talk about losing her “ultimate girl dad.” Kat shares how her family keeps his memory alive during the holidays and the special ways she felt his presence at her wedding. They also dive into what it’s like to lose a parent during your teenage years—a topic that Bonnie and Kat think is so important to talk about. It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about grief, love, and the connections that never really go away, even during the most joyful (and sometimes tough) time of year.

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Krissy for a heartfelt conversation. Recorded in a backstage box at the historic Walnut Street Theater — America's oldest theater — during performances of Elf The Musical, this episode holds extra meaning for Krissy. Ten years ago, she was performing in the same show when she lost her father. The two women explore themes like emotional triggers within the production, spirituality, the layers of grief, and much more. Don't miss this powerful and insightful episode.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her Tiktok friend Ashley! The two girls connected on the app shortly after turning to the internet to process their grief as orphans. Ashley shares her family story of the sudden and tragic passing of her parents and the girls talk about how family holidays look different now. From traditions kept to ones that aren't, moving through life as orphans and picking up the pieces. This one is not to be missed. Make sure to follow both girls @thegrieivinggirlpodcast and @RealLifeRealThoughts

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Casey, who lost her mom to melanoma just weeks after Bonnie lost hers. Together the girls talk about first holidays and events without their moms but with Casey's crafty mind -- they shift it to reframing or upcycling grief -- especially with the help of viewing things through her daughters firsts and making memories for someone else. Make sure to follow @rallybirdbrand for all of your custom gifts!

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her sister Christie. Together the girls chat about family traditions of the past, holidays that hit the hardest and the ways grief effects their holidays individually and as a family. For anyone who finds themselves crying down aisle 4 or avoiding a family party -- this one is for you.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by Michal, a fellow parentless millennial who Bonnie met through Instagram! Michal is the host of The Mending Word, a virtual grief writing group where Bonnie first started processing the death of her mother. The two became fast friends having a shared experience of being orphaned at a younger age.In this episode Michal shares about her parents, her favorite holidays, traditions she keeps alive to feel close to them and even a little about how grief presented itself on her wedding without her parents. Don't miss out -- 'tis the season to be griefy! Don't forget to check out @themendingword if you're a griever who might like to write!

In the final episode of Season 2, Bonnie is joined by the man behind the curtain (or computer screen), the Grieving Girl Podcast Editor and one of her most dear friends-- Adam! Together they chat the theme of Season 2 -- "let them grieve" -- the parallels throughout the episodes and so much more. And keep your ears open for when spirit decides to break Bonnie's recording program for some raw conversation.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend, Katrina. Why do we put pressure on people to have kids, ask about kids or assume everyone is in the place to have them? The girls chat frustrations and fears surrounding family planning, the way we handle it and all the fears surrounding the choices we face. Let's have house buying showers and job promotion parties! Join in the chat and see what the ladies have to say.

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Katie Knight, who lost her mom to cancer when she was just 12 years old and then her younger brother traumatically when she 25. Together the girls chat about the importance of allowing the griever to grieve (no matter the age), how dance and fitness helped them process their anxiety and grief and allowing yourself to feel your feelings and be okay with doing it in solitude.

In this weeks episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Alexis. A fellow fatherless daughter who also found herself in a caregiving position for her grandmother toward. the end of her life. Join in as the girls discuss everything from getting hard news, trials of being a caregiver to the lessons grief brings.

In this episode, your host Bonnie, dives into the last 3 years or 1,095 days of her grief journey surrounding her moms death. Sharing the challenges and struggles she’s faced over these three years, she has an open and emotional discussion about dealing with loss and finding ways to cope. What's very clear? Grief does not have a time limit.

In the debut virtual episode of The Grieving Girl, Bonnie teams up with her older sister, Christie. They dive into the rollercoaster of losing their parents, sharing how they've navigated grief in their own unique ways. Despite being sisters, their different ages, life adventures, and relationships change up their journey through loss.

In this episode, Bonnie is joined again by the DDC, Natalie and Susan for a special edition Father's Day episode on Bonnie's birthday. Together, they chat about how they choose to move through a fatherless father's day, share stories and even do a silly TikTok trend to keep the giggles going. Bonnie shares a little about her birthday falling on Father's Day weekend year after year which feels worse now that her mom isn't here to help celebrate and how you she chooses to spend the day.

In this episode, Bonnie sits down with her guest, Angela Jenkins, to talk about the sudden loss of her husband, David, after being married just 3.5 weeks. Together, the two chat dealing with traumatic loss, helpful tips for support systems of the grieving and more.

In this week's episode, get ready for laughter and heartfelt conversations as host Bonnie catches up with her sorority sister, LaChelle. LaChelle shares her rollercoaster journey of navigating grief, joy, and single motherhood post-divorce. From the mishaps of starting anew to the well-intentioned yet eyebrow-raising comments she receives, LaChelle's story is a mix of humor, resilience and inspiration. Join us as she reflects on finding peace and unexpected joy amidst life's curveballs.

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 2 of The Grieving Girl—Let Them Grieve edition! In this special episode, your host Bonnie is joined by her partners-in-crime Natalie and Susan, also affectionately known as the "Dead Dad Club." These three friends share a unique bond, having all lost their dads during their teen years within a few short years of each other.In this heartfelt and fun-filled episode, Bonnie, Natalie, and Susan come together for a chat about what's to come in the new season. Amidst laughter, tears, and shared memories, they discuss the pressures of grieving at a young age, with plenty of witty banter and inside jokes from the Dead Dad Club.Join this dynamic trio as they kick off Season 2 with candid conversations, genuine emotions, and a whole lot of laughter. Get ready for an episode that's as uplifting as it is relatable, as Bonnie, Natalie, and Susan navigate the twists and turns of grief with their signature blend of humor and heart. Tune in, grab some snacks, and let's dive into this season of healing and growth with the delightful trio of Bonnie, Natalie, and Susan!

Wrapping up season one "All Things Grief" of The Grieving Girl Podcast, Bonnie is joined by her friends Adam and Audrey. Together they sift through the stand out themes, a-ha moments, take aways from past episodes and touch on helpful hints to get through the holidays as the grieving friend and the support system.

In this episode, Bonnie talks with her very own dance teacher and friend, Angela about taking steps to start a family, trials of infertility and the grief that follows.

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend and former boss, Alistair. Together, they sift through the emotions of grieving pre-covid dreams, versions of their past self, changes in career and more. When your whole self seems to change from loss -- can you still reach for the dreams of the past?

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her bestie, Natalie, who is currently grieving a friendship so strong she'd consider them a sibling. Listen in on the chat where the girls chat confrontation, space and even...hope. Is it ever too late to mend a friendship or do those die too?

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her friend Lisa, a single mom who had to make decisions to best guide her and her daughter through a more peaceful life. What do you grieve when you put you and your child first?

In this episode, Bonnie is joined by her childhood friend, Alyssa. Join them as they discuss teenage grief, mental health and finding yourself when all you feel seen as is the "dead kids girlfriend"TW: This episode discusses loss by suicide. If you or anyone listening should ever need the hotline -- please dial or text the 3-digit hotline at 988.

On this weeks episode, Bonnie and her college bestie, Danielle, get down and dirty about their #daddyissues. One is dead and one... is not around. How do you grieve someone who is still alive? When is the right time to throw in the towel to protect your peace? Join in as we figure it out!

In the inaugural episode of The Grieving Girl Podcast, your host, Bonnie, gets real about who she is as a human, a griever and a creator.