Must-Listen Grief Podcasts: The Best Shows for Navigating Loss in 2025
Grief podcasts are such a gift. They offer listeners a chance to sit with their feelings, process in their own time, and hear from others who get it. While some shows top the charts, there are others quietly providing incredible insight and support to grieving people everywhere. These ten podcasts aren’t just quality content — they’re companions for your journey, each with its own unique perspective. Whether you want to laugh, cry, or just be, there’s a show for you here.
1. Restorative Grief with Mandy Capehart
Okay, shameless plug — but I promise it’s worth it! Restorative Grief is my heart work, focusing on somatic tools, practical steps, and personal stories for navigating grief in all its forms. Remember: “Grief isn’t a problem to fix; it’s an inner relationship we have the honor of tending to.”
That really sums it up. If you’re ready to explore grief in a practical, body-centered way, with a touch of deep empathy and intersectional insight, this podcast is here for you. Plus, I’m all about making sure you’re empowered through your healing, not just surviving it.
2. Grief Is My Side Hustle
Meghan Riordan Jarvis brings such honesty and humor to Grief Is My Side Hustle. To put it clearly, this show makes space for us to heal — “Grief never leaves, but we make room for it to sit at the table.”
This podcast is perfect for someone trying to balance grief with the everyday demands of life, whether you’re navigating your career, family, or both. Meghan’s vulnerability in sharing her own grief journey, along with expert insights, makes this a comforting and insightful listen for anyone who needs to feel understood.
3. The Widowed Parent Podcast
Jenny Lisk’s Widowed Parent Podcast is a gem for those suddenly thrust into solo parenting after loss. In one episode, Jenny reminds us, “Grief doesn’t just change us — it transforms our parenting, too.”
If you’re a grieving parent wondering how to manage your own heartbreak while supporting your kids, this podcast is a gentle, steady guide. Jenny’s conversations with experts and other parents make sure you know you’re not alone in your struggle.
4. Grieving Unapologetically: A Black Girl’s Journey to Grieve Out Loud
Hosted by Kinyatta E. Gray, Grieving Unapologetically creates a bold, open space for Black women to navigate their grief without societal limitations. In the episode “Motherless? Not Quite: Redefining My Identity After Losing My Mom,” Kinyatta shares, “Grief gave me permission to become someone new, to redefine my story after loss.”
This podcast is perfect for listeners looking to find empowerment and healing in their grief journey — especially with mother loss, with a strong emphasis on honoring one’s emotions unapologetically.
5. Grief Out Loud
If you’re looking for a trauma-informed, deeply insightful show, Grief Out Loud hosted by Jana DeCristofaro from The Dougy Center is perfect. Jana often says, “There’s no ‘moving on’ from grief — there’s only moving with it.”
The Dougy Center is home to the most pertinent education for grieving children, and this podcast is the same! Her focus on grief in children and families makes this an essential listen for parents, educators, and anyone working with kids. It’s a safe space to learn about how grief shapes our lives from an early age and how we can best support each other.
6. What’s Your Grief Podcast
Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams are the dynamic duo behind What’s Your Grief, and their approach blends professional grief literacy with deep empathy.
One of my favorite quotes is, “Grief is not just one thing — it’s every little thing that changes in its wake.” This podcast is ideal for someone looking for an all-encompassing understanding of grief, whether you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one or more ambiguous grief. With their background in mental health, the hosts bring structure and validation to the messiness of loss.
7. The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema
Hosted by Dr. Thema Bryant, The Homecoming Podcast beautifully blends psychology, spirituality, and healing, offering a holistic approach to processing grief. As a licensed psychologist and ordained minister, Dr. Thema brings wisdom and empathy to conversations about returning to yourself after loss.
From Dr. Thema: “Grieving the Loss of a Loved One,” she says, “Your grief is a reflection of your love, and it deserves to be honored.” This podcast is perfect for listeners who want to nurture their emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, making space for healing and self-compassion in a profound way.
8. The Art of Dying Well Podcast
From death anxiety to end-of-life planning, The Art of Dying Well tackles the practical and emotional aspects of dying with grace and sensitivity. In one episode, a guest remarked, “Talking about death is never easy, but it’s the beginning of finding peace.” Host James Abbott makes great space, perfect for anyone looking to approach death with openness, understanding, and a desire to make peace with the inevitable.
9. Not Your Average Grief Podcast
Hosted by Shauna R. Dukes, Not Your Average Grief Podcast focuses on the nuanced, everyday experiences of grief, providing thoughtful conversations on navigating life after loss.
In the episode “Grieving and Growing,” Shauna shares her journey through personal grief, discussing how loss shapes our growth in unexpected ways. It’s the perfect podcast for those seeking relatable, heartfelt stories about grief, growth, and finding resilience through life’s challenges, offering a candid and compassionate space for listeners to feel seen and understood.
10. Good Grief with Cheryl Jones
Cheryl Jones’ Good Grief podcast dives into both personal and professional experiences with loss. One episode shared, “Grief is a teacher, not a tormentor — if we let it be.”
Cheryl’s compassionate interview style and wide range of guests make this show perfect for anyone seeking diverse perspectives on grief, from those who’ve lost loved ones to professionals offering tools for healing. It’s a podcast that truly opens the door to conversation, inviting us to learn from each other’s stories.
These podcasts may not top every chart, but their value in the grief world is undeniable. Each one offers unique insights, heartfelt conversations, and the space you need to process grief in your own way. So whether you’re looking to learn, laugh, cry, or just sit in the mess of it all, these shows are worth adding to your playlist. Take a listen and let these incredible voices hold space for your grief.
Mandy Capehart is on a mission to normalize grieving and cultivate the conversations that bring us healing. She is the founder and CEO of The Restorative Grief Project, an online community focusing on one another’s stories and new methodologies for grief to create a safe environment for our souls to heal and our spirits to be revived. She is also the host of a weekly podcast, Restorative Grief with Mandy Capehart, as well as a published author, certified trauma professional, grief educator, one-to-one coach, and somatic embodiment practitioner. She specializes in the intersection of grief and faith, educating faith communities on how to create helpful healing environments without platitudes or spiritual bypassing.
Learn more about Mandy’s work at MandyCapehart.com.
