The Widow Empowerment Project

The Widow Empowerment Project


Latest Episodes

Empowered Grief: Navigating Loss and Rebuilding Life with Support with Claire Drexler (Ep. 9)
October 21, 2024

Grief is a deeply personal journey, but with the right support, it becomes more manageable, offering comfort in lifes toughest moments. In this episode, Andy Dziedzic and Megan LeBarron speak with Cl

Supporting Widows with Dignity: The Role of In-Home Care with Mandy Delp (Ep. 8)
October 02, 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-h

Funeral Planning and Preparation with Licensed Funeral Director, Mike McDonald (Ep. 7)
August 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 Dzied

The Travis Manion Foundation – Finding Healing Through Service to Others (Ep. 6)
August 05, 2024

What if your deepest pain could be transformed into your lifes greatest purpose? Losing a life partner is a profound and disorienting experience that can leave one grappling with feelings of intense

An Unexpected Loss: Finding Support as a Gold Star Spouse, with Lauren Tella (Ep. 5)
July 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

Building Your Support Network with Crisis Navigation Partner, Debra Woog (Ep. 4)
July 01, 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. Wi

From Loss to Legacy: Introducing Your Host, Andy Dziedzic (Ep. 3)
June 17, 2024

In the wake of losing a loved one, finding a path through the grief while managing financial responsibilities (among other estate complexities) can be overwhelmingly challenging. The Widow Empowerment

Grief and Trauma Therapy With Jennifer McCarron (Ep. 2)
June 17, 2024

Complex emotions often accompany grief, and therapy can provide a safe space to express feelings such as sadness, anger, guilt, and loneliness. A therapist acts as a strategic guide through the healin

Building a Community with Michele Neff Hernandez (Ep. 1)
June 17, 2024

Navigating life after the loss of a life partner is full of challenges emotional, practical, financial. Facing those challenges while grieving can be overwhelming and finding practical support feel

The Widow Empowerment Project Coming Soon
June 10, 2024

Welcome to The Widow Empowerment Project, with CEO and Senior Wealth Planner for Prepared Retirement Institute, Andy Dziedzic. This podcast is committed to helping widows and widowers alike navigate t