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Our Dead DadsAuthor: Nick Gaylord
The concept of Our Dead Dads was born through the daily discussions of seven men who share bonds of blood, friendship and all having lost their fathers. Nick Gaylord, the shows host, shares his life experiences with his deceased father while exploring the complications and realities of that relationship. Life is intense, grief and loss come in many forms, and no parent-child relationship is black and white, which is why this show touches on all shades of grey. Join Nick for candid conversations with his three brothers and three of his lifelong friends, along with other special guests who discuss their experiences with loss, grief, laughter, and moving forward. Nothing is off-limits here. Nick learned after his father's passing that he couldn't process what he was going through alone and sought the help of a therapist, who helped him to let go of his anger toward his father. Looking back, he realized just how many people are being crushed under the weight of grief, loss, and in some cases, anger. Nick's mission through Our Dead Dads is to offer a platform for anyone who needs or wants to tell their story, to have that opportunity. He also hopes to reach many more who need to talk but don't know how to start the conversation, hopeful that by listening to these stories, they will be able to start talking with someone.Nick has always sought to help others and to make everyone around him laugh. Along with his brothers and friends, he has frequently used humor to get through the hardest times in their lives, and hopefully, you will permit yourself to do the same. Get ready for an emotional deep dive. Nick has a lot to say and so do his guests. He's here for you and ready to help. Everyone has been through trauma, grief, and loss. Now, along with Nick and his guests, everyone will get through it together. Nick is changing the world one damaged soul at a time. Welcome to Our Dead Dads. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Childhood Grief, Bereavement Support, and Healing at Camp Good Mourning with Paul Rubin
Episode 71
Wednesday, 18 February, 2026
CAMP GOOD MOURNING INFORMATION:WEBSITE: https://www.campgoodmourning.orgE-MAIL: info@campgoodmourning.orgFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CampGoodMourningINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/campgoodmourningDONATIONS / SUPPORT: https://www.campgoodmourning.org/donateWHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone supporting grieving children navigating loss, death, and bereavement.WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: A deeper understanding of how children experience grief, how to talk honestly about death, and how community-based support helps kids heal.DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Grief Is Not A Dirty Word, host Nick Gaylord welcomes back Paul Rubin, founder and director of Camp Good Mourning, a Long Island–based children’s bereavement camp supporting kids ages 7–17 after the death of a parent, sibling, or loved one. Paul shares how children experience grief differently than adults and why movement, play, and honest language are essential to healing. Nick and Paul explore why avoiding conversations about death often causes more harm than good, especially for grieving children. They discuss the importance of memory, storytelling, and keeping loved ones’ names alive long after they die. The conversation also highlights how parents and caregivers can better support grieving children while caring for their own grief. This episode offers powerful insight into childhood grief, bereavement education, and why community changes everything.THIS EPISODE ANSWERS:How do children experience grief differently than adults?What is the right way to talk to children about death and loss?Why does avoiding grief conversations harm grieving kids?How does Camp Good Mourning help children heal through community?What can parents and educators do to better support grieving children?KEY TAKEAWAYS:Children grieve in waves and need outlets for emotional energyHonest language about death helps children feel safer and less confusedTalking about loved ones keeps connection alive and supports healingGrief support works best when children are not isolatedCaregivers must care for themselves to fully support grieving childrenGIVE THE SHOW A 5-STAR RATING ON APPLE PODCASTS! FOLLOW US ON APPLE OR YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM! BOOKMARK OUR WEBSITE: www.ourdeaddads.com FOLLOW OUR DEAD DADS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourdeaddadspod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourdeaddadspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ourdeaddadspod Twitter / X: https://x.com/ourdeaddadspod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmv6sdmMIys3GDBjiui3kw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ourdeaddadspod/
