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Grieving Out Loud: A Mother Coping with Loss in the Opioid EpidemicAuthor: Angela Kennecke
After losing her 21-year-old daughter, Emily, to fentanyl poisoning, veteran journalist Angela Kennecke made it her lifes mission to break the silence surrounding substance use disorder and the overdose crisis. Grieving Out Loud is a heartfelt and unflinching podcast where Angela shares stories of devastating loss, hard-earned hope, and the journey toward healing. Through powerful interviews with other grieving families, experts, advocates, and people in recovery, this podcast sheds light on the human side of the epidemic and how we can all be part of the solution. Whether you're coping with grief, supporting a loved one, or working to end the stigma, youll find connection, comfort, and inspiration here. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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'I Have Found Peace and Forgiveness’ A Mother Reflects on Eight Years After Her Son’s Overdose Death
Episode 290
Wednesday, 4 November, 2026
On the eighth anniversary of her son’s death, Janet Ropp says she has found peace and forgiveness, both for herself and others.On Oct. 13, 2018, Janet came home to find four police cars in her driveway. Her 19-year-old son, James, had died of an accidental Xanax overdose, changing her life in an instant.Since losing James, Janet has written a book, Dear James, and become a grief recovery specialist. She speaks openly about the stigma surrounding overdose loss, the ways she still feels connected to her son and what it means to keep living while carrying the weight of grief.In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, Janet reflects on what she has learned over the past eight years, how she has found peace and forgiveness, and what advice she has for others navigating the loss of someone they love.Learn more about Janet and purchase her book here. Related episodes:Coping with a Xanax overdose deathCoping With Grief and Choosing Life After TragedyGentle Wisdom for Grieving Hearts This Holiday SeasonSend us Fan MailBehind every number is a story of a life cut short, a family shattered, and a community devastated.They were...daughterssonsmothersfathersfriendswiveshusbandscousinsboyfriendsgirlfriends.They were More Than Just A Number. Support the showConnect with AngelaFollow Grieving Out LoudFollow Emily's HopeRead Angela’s BlogSubscribe to Grieving Out Loud/Emily’s Hope UpdatesSuggest a GuestFor more episodes and information, just go to our website, emilyshope.charityWishing you faith, hope and courage!Podcast producers:Casey Wonnenberg King & Kayli Fitz
