Grief Book Roundup

About Grief Book Roundup

Find your next great grief read in ten minutes or less with Intuitive Grief Guide and author Shelby Forsythia.

Publisher

Shelby Forsythia, Intuitive Grief Guide

Category

arts · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Jul 2021

Latest episode

3 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Apr 2025

   Introducing ‘Grief Grower,’ my NEW podcast full of helpful tools and hopeful conversations for life after loss

   Shelby Forsythia introduces her new podcast, Grief Grower, which provides practical tips and insightful interviews for navigating life after loss, emphasizing growth through grief.

2. 

   28 Jan 2022

   E15: Update! Modifying (My) Expectations

   Shelby Forsythia shares an update on modifying expectations related to grief support.

3. 

   26 Nov 2021

   E14: Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad

   Shelby Forsythia discusses Suleika Jaouad's *Between Two Kingdoms*, exploring themes of illness and identity.

4. 

   19 Nov 2021

   E13: Second Firsts by Christina Rasmussen

   Shelby Forsythia discusses Christina Rasmussen's "Second Firsts," which explores navigating life after loss and discovering renewed purpose, in this episode.

5. 

   12 Nov 2021

   E12: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

   Shelby Forsythia reviews Bessel van der Kolk's *The Body Keeps the Score*, exploring trauma's impact on the body and mind.

6. 

   5 Nov 2021

   E11: My Inner Sky by Mari Andrew

   Shelby Forsythia discusses Mari Andrew's book *My Inner Sky* and its insights on navigating grief through creative expression.

7. 

   29 Oct 2021

   E10: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

   Shelby Forsythia discusses Robin Wall Kimmerer's 'Braiding Sweetgrass' and its insights on grief, nature, and interconnectedness.

8. 

   22 Oct 2021

   E9: The Aftergrief by Hope Edelman

   Hope Edelman's book, *The Aftergrief*, explores the ongoing experience and evolution of grief long after initial loss, offering insights into adapting to life's profound changes.

9. 

   15 Oct 2021

   E8: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande

   Shelby Forsythia discusses Atul Gawande's "Being Mortal," exploring how modern medicine impacts end-of-life experiences and highlighting the importance of patient autonomy.

10. 

    8 Oct 2021

    E7: Dancing at the Pity Party by Tyler Feder

    Shelby Forsythia discusses Tyler Feder's book, "Dancing at the Pity Party," exploring how Feder uses humor and comics to navigate the complexities of grief in this interview.

11. 

    1 Oct 2021

    E6: The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck

    Shelby Forsythia discusses Martha Beck's book, *The Way of Integrity*, and its insights on navigating grief through personal honesty and alignment in this interview episode.

12. 

    24 Sept 2021

    E5: All Along You Were Blooming by Morgan Harper Nichols

    Shelby Forsythia reviews "All Along You Were Blooming" by Morgan Harper Nichols, exploring themes of growth and resilience through grief.

13. 

    17 Sept 2021

    E4: Confessions of a Funeral Director by Caleb Wilde

    Caleb Wilde, a funeral director, shares insights into the funeral industry and confronts death, offering a unique perspective on grief and mortality in this interview.

14. 

    10 Sept 2021

    E3: From Scratch by Tembi Locke

    Shelby Forsythia reviews Tembi Locke's "From Scratch," exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience in the face of profound grief.

15. 

    3 Sept 2021

    E2: On Living by Kerry Egan

    Kerry Egan's book *On Living* explores themes of grief and resilience, offering listeners insights into navigating loss and finding meaning in difficult times.

16. 

    30 Jul 2021

    E1: Welcome to Grief Book Roundup

    Shelby Forsythia introduces Grief Book Roundup, offering resources and support for navigating grief.

Who has been a guest on Grief Book Roundup

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Hope Edelman
• Tyler Feder
• Caleb Wilde
• Tembi Locke
• Kerry Egan

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

811,760

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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Quality

33

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

0

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