Episodes

  • Planning for Peace: Estate Planning Made Simple with Ashley Han (Ep. 11)

    Planning for Peace: Estate Planning Made Simple with Ashley Han (Ep. 11)
    Jan 10 2025
    What would happen to your loved ones if you weren’t here tomorrow? In this episode of The Widow Empowerment Project, Andy Dziedzic and Megan LeBarron are joined by estate planning professional Ashley Han to address something we all know we need to do but often put off—getting our plans in order. Ashley breaks it down … Continue reading Planning for Peace: Estate Planning Made Simple with Ashley Han (Ep. 11)
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    31 mins
  • Life After Loss: How Brave Widow Helps Women Rebuild with Emily Tanner (Ep. 10)

    Life After Loss: How Brave Widow Helps Women Rebuild with Emily Tanner (Ep. 10)
    Dec 11 2024
    Grief changes everything—but what if it could also ignite a path to purpose? In this episode of The Widow Empowerment Project, Andy Dziedzic and Megan LeBarron welcome Emily Tanner, who shares her personal story of loss and how it inspired her to create Brave Widow, a transformative community for widows navigating life after loss. Brave … Continue reading Life After Loss: How Brave Widow Helps Women Rebuild with Emily Tanner (Ep. 10)
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    21 mins
  • Empowered Grief: Navigating Loss and Rebuilding Life with Support with Claire Drexler (Ep. 9)

    Empowered Grief: Navigating Loss and Rebuilding Life with Support with Claire Drexler (Ep. 9)
    Oct 21 2024
    Grief is a deeply personal journey, but with the right support, it becomes more manageable, offering comfort in life’s toughest moments. In this episode, Andy Dziedzic and Megan LeBarron speak with Claire Drexler, a licensed clinical social worker and grief educator from the Center for Loss and Bereavement. Claire discusses a holistic approach to grief … Continue reading Empowered Grief: Navigating Loss and Rebuilding Life with Support with Claire Drexler (Ep. 9)
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    35 mins
  • Supporting Widows with Dignity: The Role of In-Home Care with Mandy Delp (Ep. 8)

    Supporting Widows with Dignity: The Role of In-Home Care with Mandy Delp (Ep. 8)
    Oct 2 2024
    When faced with grief, illness, or the loss of a loved one, finding the right support can make all the difference. Mandy Delp, a caregiving expert from Home Helpers, joins host Andy Dziedzic and co-host Megan LeBarron to discuss how compassionate in-home care can provide vital assistance for widows and families during life’s most challenging … Continue reading Supporting Widows with Dignity: The Role of In-Home Care with Mandy Delp (Ep. 8)
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    38 mins
  • Funeral Planning and Preparation with Licensed Funeral Director, Mike McDonald (Ep. 7)

    Funeral Planning and Preparation with Licensed Funeral Director, Mike McDonald (Ep. 7)
    Aug 26 2024
    End of life planning is a sensitive (and often uncomfortable) topic that is easy to avoid, yet it stands as one of the most profound gifts you can give to your loved ones. In this episode, Andy Dziedzic, MBA, is joined by co-host Megan LeBarron, Director of Financial Planning at Prepared Retirement Institute. Together they … Continue reading Funeral Planning and Preparation with Licensed Funeral Director, Mike McDonald (Ep. 7)
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    31 mins
  • The Travis Manion Foundation – Finding Healing Through Service to Others (Ep. 6)

    The Travis Manion Foundation – Finding Healing Through Service to Others (Ep. 6)
    Aug 5 2024
    What if your deepest pain could be transformed into your life’s greatest purpose? Losing a life partner is a profound and disorienting experience that can leave one grappling with feelings of intense anger and sadness. Those emotions can create a paralysis that prevents us from moving forward or be the catalyst that forces us to … Continue reading The Travis Manion Foundation – Finding Healing Through Service to Others (Ep. 6)
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    19 mins
  • An Unexpected Loss: Finding Support as a Gold Star Spouse, with Lauren Tella (Ep. 5)

    An Unexpected Loss: Finding Support as a Gold Star Spouse, with Lauren Tella (Ep. 5)
    Jul 15 2024
    The concept of widowhood seems like something only those in their twilight years should face. Whenever this unexpected change might happen – earlier in life, or later – it can leave a person feeling lost, shocked and without direction. Thankfully, guidance exists for those who need it and the loved ones who support them. Join … Continue reading An Unexpected Loss: Finding Support as a Gold Star Spouse, with Lauren Tella (Ep. 5)
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    24 mins
  • Building Your Support Network with Crisis Navigation Partner, Debra Woog (Ep. 4)

    Building Your Support Network with Crisis Navigation Partner, Debra Woog (Ep. 4)
    Jul 1 2024
    Losing a loved one is a difficult milestone that often evolves into a crisis situation. Frequently, many extremely important decisions need to be made quickly, under intense pressure and emotion. Without an adequate support network of friends, family, and professionals, completing even simple tasks can seem insurmountable. Join Andy Dziedzic, MBA as he talks with … Continue reading Building Your Support Network with Crisis Navigation Partner, Debra Woog (Ep. 4)
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    26 mins