Where's The Grief?

Death is an inevitable part of life, and yet it can be difficult and uncomfortable to talk about the process of grief amongst one's peers. In this podcast, comedian Jordon Ferber helps shine some light into the darkest parts of our own existence and encourage a more open discussion about the effects of grief, and offers coping mechanisms to those suffering.

Comedian Keith Chase 05/28/2025

Comedian Keith Chase In this episode I talk with comedian Keith Chase about the tumultuous year that saw him nearly lose his own life alongside dealing with the death of his grandmother as well as his father, all in a short span of time. Now 6 months later (This episode was recorded in Nov. 2024) Keith has started reflecting on all the issues that come out of loss, and how we think about our own mortality while still being responsible for someone elses paperwork. We also talk about how hard it can be to transition back into regular life again when all you want to do is sit on your couch. Follow Kieth on and @ChaseTheShortGuy /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/36758290

Author Earla Dawn Legault - "Living With Sibling Grief - Imagining A Way Forward." 03/04/2025

Author Earla Dawn Legault - "Living With Sibling Grief - Imagining A Way Forward." In this episode I talk with my good friend and fellow bereaved sibling, Earla Dawn Legault about her book, "Living With Sibliing Grief - Imagining a Way Forward." After the death of her sister Leigh-Ann, Earla struggled to find support for her grief, finding very little in for those who had lost a sibling. Even her local grief support groups in Canada seemed too general to understand what she was going through. Enter Monica Murphy, a fellow bereaved sibliing who was also struggling after the death of her sister Darcy. Together Monica and Earla wrote a book about their experiences and struggles that truly showcases the power of peer support, and all the connection that comes from putting ourselves out there. Instagram GET THE BOOK At Grief Matters ‘guest’ cartoon - Grief Matters blog - /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/35529185

Author Jonathan Foster - "indigo: the color of grief" 02/07/2025

Author Jonathan Foster - "indigo: the color of grief" In this episode I talk with author Jonathan Foster about his book After the death of his daughter Quincy at the age of 20, Jonathan spent close to a decade processing how to grieve and continue to keep hope in his life. Poetry allows for a dynamic and interesting way to weave a narrative, and the ways we experience grief can often be so difficult to express in a linear way. “Indigo” manages to capture a stream of consciousness quality to his story that draws the reader in both mentally as well as visually. We talk about the ways that we adapt the permanence of absence as we process not just our grief, but how to bring love back to the forefront of our lives. Follow Jonathan online at Learn more about Jonathan's charity for Haiti - (and GET THE BOOK - /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/35197790

Comedian Benny Blue - "Live From My Mother's Funeral" 01/24/2025

Comedian Benny Blue - "Live From My Mother's Funeral" In this episode I talk with comedian Benny Blue about his recent one-man show, "Live From My Mother's Funeral." After his mother Virginia passed away in 2021, Benny found talking about his experience of grief on stage to be one of the few things that allowed him to be honest while still looking for humor in an otherwise traumatising moment. Comedy allows us to talk about such a wide variety of things that we don't often talk about in our regular lives, and while we all deal with grief, it's one of the few things we don't always acknowledge. Benny's show combines aspects of stand up comedy along with some theatrical pieces that blend together in a reimagined version of his mothers funeral that allows both him and the audience to process things together. We also talk about how the writing and performing of this kind of material is so different from the promotion and sharing of the show. Follow Benny and all that he does at Check out the Special - /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/34998945

Author Chris Cochran - "What's Good About Today?" 12/16/2024

Author Chris Cochran - "What's Good About Today?" In this episode, I talk with Author Chris Cochran about his book, "What's Good About Today? A Purpose Driven Life." After getting a terminal cancer diagnosis at the age of 21, Chris' son Christian managed to keep his own optimism and uplifting spirit about him, inspiring those around him to be mindful and grateful for the life they have, and to earnestly exclaim all that which is good about today. We talk about just how important perspective is when dealing with such a devastating loss, and how much it helps to keep talking about our loved ones. Follow Chris at Get the book, " /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/34471920

Author Annie Sklaver Orenstein - "Always A Siblling" 11/27/2024

Author Annie Sklaver Orenstein - "Always A Siblling" In this episode, I talk to author Annie Sklaver Orenstein about her new book, "Always A Sibling: The Forgotten Mourners Guide To Grief." After years of struggling with her own grief after the death of her brother Ben to a suicide bomber in Afghanistan, Annie began writing what ultimately became the book that she wished had existed when her loss was fresh. As a skilled reasearcher, Annie surveyed and interviewed dozens of other bereaved siblings, weaving their stories together with her own, along with detailed references to so many of the resources and support that is out there. We obviously talk (and bond) over the fact that bereaved siblings are often overlooked - hence the Forgotten Mourners moniker, and how impactful it is to finally have found a community and a vocaulary to talk about our siblings with. We also talk about the surreal expereince of having to sell and promote someting so deeply personal. Get the book and find out more about Annie! Follow Annie on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/34182310

Comedian Brian Rabadeau 11/08/2024

Comedian Brian Rabadeau In this episode I talk with comedian Brian Rabadeau life before and after the death of his father, Joe. After several bouts with serious health issues, Brian's father started the pandemic fighting against the isolation and struggling with all the mandates, which ultimately led to him dying of Covid in 2022. Since then Brian has worked on finding ways to move forward and let go of his anger towards his father, and at society at large, reminding himself that optimism and hope are still possible despite what llife throws at us. Follow Brian on IG If you're in the New Orleans area when this episode drops, Brian will be performing in the Hell Yes Festival, November 12th, 13th and 14th! () /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/33853427

Author, Musician and Sound Healer Jeralyn Glass 10/23/2024

Author, Musician and Sound Healer Jeralyn Glass In this episode, I talk with Author and Sound Healer Jeralyn Glass about her book, "Sacred Vibrations - The Transformative Power of Crystalline Sound and Music," as well as her practice of creating unique sets of crystal singing bowls. Already a musician and leader in the sound healing movement when her son Dylan died, Jeralyn focused her efforts on helping others tap into the various frequencies and vibrations of life. We also talk about how helping others heal can be a source of healing for us as well, and how the intersection of science, spiritually and the healing power of music bring us all closer together. Find out more about Jeralyn and what she does at Follow her on /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/33586687

Chef Dan Budd 10/01/2024

Chef Dan Budd Hooray! In this very special episode, I got to talk with Chef Dan Budd, owner of Taste Budd's Cafe, and former teacher at the Culinary Institute of America. As many listeners of the podcast know, my brother Russell was about to graduate from the CIA when he passed away in 2002. Dan Budd was more than one of Russell's professors, he was a mentor to him, and an early employer to take Russell under his wing. No stranger to grief himself already, Dan's sister Laura died two years prior to Russell, oddly enough on the exact same day, July 6th. Laura's death to a rare brain tumor changed the way that Dan thought about his ability to harness his own energy in support of creating good in the world. We talk about how family dynamics can change after the loss of a sibling, and the profound bonds we create when talking with others who have been through something similar. We also talk about the importance of gratitude, and the danger of bees! Check out in Red Hook, NY! Taste Budd's 40 West Market Street Red Hook, NY 12571 Follow /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/33284942

Author and Therapist Dr. Sara Glass 09/19/2024

Author and Therapist Dr. Sara Glass In this episode, I talk with Dr. Sara Glass about her new memoir, "Kissing Girls on Shabbat." Growing up in an extremely sheltered Orthodox Hassidic Jewish community, Sara decided to become a therapist and mental health professional partially because seeing how her sister Shani's mental health issues impacted her family. When Shani ultimately took her own life, Sara came out of the closet after years of struggling with her sexual identity and eventually wrote a memoir about her path towards self acceptance and an open life. We talk about the different ways that we interalize our own trauma, and how hard it can be to find ways to be honest with the people in our lives about what we are going through. We also talk about the stigma that comes with suicide and mental health issues in general, and how important it is to recognise that we never have to do it alone. As September is Suicide Awareness Month, This episode is a reminder that someone is always listening, and if you need help, reach out to a trusted friend or loved one, or you call 988 for the national suicide prevention line. Get the book Follow Dr. Sara online at Or follow her on social media You can always email ME at Follow ME on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/33128427

Home Funeral Advocate Tawnya Musser 09/06/2024

Home Funeral Advocate Tawnya Musser In this episode, I talk with Tawnya Musser about her role and experiences in the world of Home Funerals. Already in school to become a funeral director when her brother Robert died, Tawnya found conventional funeral and death rituals to be lacking when it came to the way that her family wanted to celebrate Robert’s life and give family and friends an opportunity to grieve together in a safe and familiar environment. Since then she has worked to help people find the resources and avenues to hold their own home funerals, and connect them to individual more personalized memorials. You can find out more about Tawnya and her work at Also, provides step by step ideas on how to plan a home funeral. /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/32945577

Comedian Liz Glazer 08/14/2024

Comedian Liz Glazer In this episode, I talk with comedian Liz Glazer about her album, "A Very Particular Experience," recorded on the one year anniversary of Liz and her wife's first daughter’s Leo Pearl stillbirth. We talk about the difficulty of even making jokes about such a heavy topic, let alone putting together an entire album. However, we also highlight how important it is to laugh, and how much hope it can bring along with the perspective that keeps us connected to people. Follow more about liz at https://www.dearlizglazer.com /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/32577487

Author Joseph Alvaro - "I'm One Of The Lucky Ones." 07/31/2024

Author Joseph Alvaro - "I'm One Of The Lucky Ones." In this episode, I talk with Author Joseph Alvaro about his book, "I'm One Of The Lucky Ones: Remembering A Soulmate." After Joseph's wife Francés died in 2009, followed by a brother in law, an uncle, his daughter and his father, as well as a handful of friends. "It seemed like all I did was go to funerals for 14 months." In the wake of such traumatic events, Joseph began finding ways to talk about his lost loved ones by focusing on the precious memories and celebrating thier lives rather than dwell on the immense sadness that ultimatly comes with grief. In addition to his book, Joseph is the creator and producer of The Lucky Ones, a community of shared stories by individuals about people they were lucky to have known who have passed away. Celebrating the lives of loved ones in a short video exposé, these life affirming stories reinforce our common humanity in wonderfully charming videos filled with love, humor, and memories. Follow Joseph at for all the links to the videos. Get the /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/32366282

Author Courtney Deane 05/24/2024

Author Courtney Deane In this episode I got to talk to Author Courtney Deane about her new book, "When Happily Ever After Fails." Courtney's father died when she was just 14, and her mother when she was just 28. In order to process her grief and make sense of her feelings about her own identity as a now parentless person, Courtney wrote a romantic comedy novel about a young woman going through similar difficult challenges. We talk about how important it is to create our own narrative of our trauma, and how finding ways to honor our own journeys. We also talk about how keeping our sense of humor and allowing ourselves to be a little silly sometimes goes a long way. Follow Courtney at Courtney on IG - Courtney on TikTok - Follow ME on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/31456477

Author and Podcaster Brooke Carlock 04/23/2024

Author and Podcaster Brooke Carlock In this episode I talk with Author and fellow grief podcaster, Brooke Carlock! After a two year span in which she lost both her parents, her stepmother AND her 10 year old daugher Libby, Brooke has found a miriad of ways to process her grief, as well as help others through thier own. Her podcast, " is an open and honest discussion about the ups and downs of grief and loss that is unfiltered and refreshing in its approach. It reminds me just how helpful it is to validate our own feelings as normal despite how unfamiliar and scary they can be. Brooke's new book, also pulls no punches as it highlights the ways we can laugh at the darkest parts of our lives. Follow Brooke online at /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/30956448

Comedian John Moses 03/22/2024

Comedian John Moses In this episode I talk to my good friend comedian John Moses! John's father Ken managed to live for 18 months after being given a terminal diagnosis that was much shorter. Now a year after his passing, John is starting to process his relationship with his dad, and finding ways to let his new perspective make him a better man and father. We also talk about how letting go of resentments and being present can be helpful in fostering family connections. Follow john on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/30505073

Author Deborah Kasdan 03/04/2024

Author Deborah Kasdan In this episode, I talk with Author Deborah Kasdan about her book, "Roll Back The World - a sister's memoir." After being diagnosed with schizophrenia as a young adult, Deborah's sister Rachel lived most of her life in and out of hospitals and institutions. Now 20 years since her death, Deborah felt the need to tell Rachel's story, to honer her memory and her life, and to help erase the stigma and fear we have of mental illness. We talk about the importance of community, as well as hightlight the fact that even though we've come pretty far from what mental health resembled in the 70's and 80's, we still have far to go. Go to to find out more, and to get the book! Follow Deborah on IG /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/30220823

Comedian Micah Walsh 02/09/2024

Comedian Micah Walsh In this episode I talk with comedian and fellow grief podcaster Micah Walsh! After his father Kevin died, Micah found an outlet for his feelings in starting his own podcast with comedians talking about grief and loss, "I'll Greive You With This." We talk about how helpful it can be to talk about the hard topics with other people who understand, and who are not afraid to make jokes about an otherwise stressful and devastaing proceess. Listen to /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/29876053

Comedian Ray Gootz RETURNS! 01/08/2024

Comedian Ray Gootz RETURNS! Happy New Year! In this episode, I had an incredible conversation with my good friend and comedian Ray Gootz! Ray was one of my very early guests on the show (just one month after both his mother and Aunt died. He was among the first people I knew who was doing comedy material about his losses right away, and I was in awe of how open and raw the jokes were. It's been 8 years since then and we talk about all the losses Ray has endured since then (His father, another aunt, his virginity, among others) as well as all the things he has gained. We also talk about our love of movies, comic books, and how most Disney movies are about the grief over the death of a loved one. Follow Ray Online! Check out /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/29390533

Writer and Performer Colin Campbell 12/12/2023

Writer and Performer Colin Campbell In this episode I got to talk with Writer and Performer Colin Campbell about his Book, "Finding the Words," as well as his solo show, "Grief: A One Man Sh*tshow." After both of his kids, Ruby and Hart were killed by a drunk driver, Colin had a deep need to express his grief, first by writing jokes about his grief and his loss, eventually turning it into a one man off-broadway production. A brutally honest approach to his pain, Colin manages to connect through his need to grieve publicly, with no punchlines pulled. With nowhere to perform the show during the pandemic, Colin continued to find an outlet for his struggles, writing a book designed to share the amazing stories of Ruby and Hart, and the lessons they helped Colin and his wife learn in their lives moving forward. With writing prompts, as well as tips and ideas on how to create new rituals, each chapter of "Finding The Words" explores a different theme all too familiar to most grievers. Learn more about Colin, as well as Ruby and Hart, and get the book at Watch Colin's solo show, "Grief: A One Man Sh*tShow" at Follow Colin on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/29041478

Author James G. Robinson 12/01/2023

Author James G. Robinson In this episode I talk to Author James G. Robinson about his book, "More Than We Expected - Five Years With A Remarkable Child." When his son Nadav was born with a congenital heart defect, James and his wife understood that thier lives would be more difficult than most. When Nadav died at 5 years old after complications from heart surgery, James managed to focus on the stories of strength and resiliance that his son taught him. In 2017, his article “Road to Recovery” was featured in the NYT Travel section. Detailing a road trip his family took after Nadav's death, it eventually inspired James to write "More Than We Expected", and allowed him to continue to talk about Nadav's life, and to share his story. We talk about how important it is to keep memories alive, even when they can sometimes be painful. We also talk about how great it is to connect with others through shared trauma, and the flicker of recognition that embodies the human spirit. Find out more about the James at Check out Jame's NYT Article, Follow James on Instagram /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/28886328

Comedian Kaytlin Bailey 11/14/2023

Comedian Kaytlin Bailey In this episode, I talk with comedian and sex worker rights advocate Kaytlin Bailey about life after the death of her father just over a year ago. Already a performer and activist before her Father Joe developed dementia, and ultimately cancer, Kaytlin helped her father write his memiors about his life and career in the US Army, and spending as much time as she could before it was too late. We talk about how having mutual respect for differing opinions and perspectives can help nurture a solid relationship, and allow us to stand up for ourselves even when going through an emotional time. Kaytlin is the Founder & Executive Director of , a non-profit media organization creating conditions to change the status of sex workers in society. Host of , she is also the creator of , a 75-minute mad dash through 10,000 years of sex worker history. Get Joseph Bailey's book Follow Kaytlin: Instagram: | Twitter: | /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/28638743

Author Alexandra Wyman 10/25/2023

Author Alexandra Wyman In this episode, I got to talk with Author Alexandra Wyman about her book, "The Suicide Club: What To Do When Someone You Love Chooses Death." We talk about the importance of community and the various ways we can find support and create connection outside our immediate families. Alexandra has become an advocate for suicide prevention, helping to change the ways we talk aboout it, and how we can all instill love and hope to those around us before any suicidal ideation takes hold. Learn more about Alexandra at Alexandra also has her own podcast called /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/28422668

Author Dawn DiRaimondo - Surviving Sibling Loss 10/07/2023

Author Dawn DiRaimondo - Surviving Sibling Loss In this episode, I talk with clinical psychologist and author Dawn DiRaimondo about her book, "Surviving Sibling Loss: The Invisible Thread That Connects Us Through Life And Death." Dawn was already a therapist when her brother Michael was killed while deployed in Iraq. Finding few resources and liturature about sibling loss, Dawn decided to write the book that she had wished existed when she was newly bereaved, incorportating interviews and insights from interviews with other bereaved siblings alongside her own experience. Follow Dawn and get her book at her website, (or get the book ) /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/28253192

Comedian Christy Miller 09/14/2023

Comedian Christy Miller In this episode, I got to talk to Comedian Christy Miller about how she's been faring after the death of her mother Shirley. Christy has always been a comedian who pulls no punches in her act, and she came by her sense of humor from her mother, always pushing the bounderies of what was deemed appropriate. Having opened for Andrew "Dice" Clay as well as Paul Mooney, Christy has always been the type to not care what other people think, often using humor to process heavy topics. We talk about how great it is to have family that embraces our career choices, and how important it is to surround ourselves with people who get us and let us make terrible jokes in the face of devastating events. Get Christy's Album, Follow Christy on IG Follow Christy's /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/28035540

Comedian Christopher Wagner 09/05/2023

Comedian Christopher Wagner In this episode, I talk with Comedian Christopher Wagner about the different ways he dealt with the death of his parents. We reflect on how much more difficult of a time he had after his mother died than his dad. Chris was somewhat estranged from his father for a period before trying to mend the relationship as time ran out, and we talk about how hard it can be to lose someone just as you feel like you've re-gained them. We also talk about alternative mental health therapies, including psychodelics and ayahuasca, and the perspective shifts that allow us to forgive and heal. Follow Chirs on IG /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/27947634

Author Kelly S. Thompson 08/22/2023

Author Kelly S. Thompson In this episode I talk with author Kelly S. Thompson about her book, "Still, I Cannot Save You." Already an award winning non-fiction writer when her sister Meghan died, Kelly turned her story into a memoir about the difficult parts of sisterhood and family bonds that is both heartbreaking and uplifting. After battling childhood cancer, Meghan's adult life was fraught with drug addiction before motherhood pressed her to clean up and re-establish the sibling bond that she and Kelly shared before it was too late. We talk about how not all sibling relationships are easy, and the different ways we can forgive ourselves and others for past resentments. We also talk about the healing power of writing and the strength it takes to ask for help. Follow Kelly on Twitter Learn more about Kelly and where to get the book at /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/27820146

Comedian and Author Jason Roeder 08/08/2023

Comedian and Author Jason Roeder After the death of his mother Phyllis, comedian Jason Roeder turned to what he knew best to help cope with the loss, along with the amount of free time he suddenly had due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. A comedy writer by trade who has been published by The New Yorker and The Onion (among others), Jason managed to write a parody grief book that turns many of the tropes and cliche's of grief and mourning on its head, helping to highlight the absurdity of the human existence. Jason's book, "Griefstrike! The Ultimate Guide to Mourning" provides a number of ridiculous scenarios that poke fun at the structures and rituals we associate with death, alongside footnotes from his own life and experience that remind the reader that all good jokes come from real places, especially those about pain and suffereing. Get the book and follow Jason online at and on Twitter /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/27695067

Comedian Adam Mitrani 06/07/2023

Comedian Adam Mitrani In this episode I got to sit down with Comedian Adam Mitrani to talk about how he's been coping after the death of his brother Rueben. We talk about how isolating grief and loss is, particularly for those who have lost siblings, as well as how difficult it can be to write comedy material about such a devastating and far reaching experience. We also talk about the importance of community, connection and the power of music. Follow Adam online on IG Follow him on /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/27073695

Author and Financial Planner Donna Kendrick 05/11/2023

Author and Financial Planner Donna Kendrick In this episode, I talk with Author Donna Kendrick, about her book "A Guide to Widowhood – Navigating the First Three Years." After her husband Greg died by suicide, Donna shifted her financial planning skills to help newly bereaved widows and widowers. We talk about how important it is to integrate our loss so we can move forward, especially when we are literally integrating people in our lives. Follow Donna online at or on IG /episode/index/show/wheresthegrief/id/26812461

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