Grief Is Not A Dirty Word
Grief Is Not A Dirty Word is a weekly podcast that brings honest, real-world conversations about grief, loss, trauma, healing, and mental health into the light. Hosted by Nick Gaylord, the show creates a safe, compassionate space for anyone navigating the complicated emotions that come with losing a parent, partner, child, friend, relationship, or former version of themselves.
Originally launched as Our Dead Dads, the podcast has evolved into a broader mission: to normalize grief and break the stigma around talking about it. Nick explores every corner of the grieving experience — from anticipatory grief and sudden loss to complicated family dynamics, unresolved anger, identity shifts, and the invisible pain people carry long after the world assumes they’re “fine.”
Each episode features powerful, unfiltered stories from guests who have lived through loss and rebuilt their lives in deeply personal ways. Through conversations centered on resilience, vulnerability, courage, and connection, the podcast helps listeners understand that grief isn’t something to hide — it’s something that deserves space, honesty, and community.
Whether your grief is fresh or decades old, whether it’s tied to death or to a different kind of ending, this show will help you feel seen, supported, and less alone. If you’re looking for meaningful discussions about healing, emotional wellbeing, and the human experience — you’re in the right place.
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Grief Is Not A Dirty Word — because every story matters, every emotion belongs, and healing begins when we speak the truth.
Grief Is Not A Dirty Word
Turning Grief Into Motivation and Hope for Others with Scott Tavlin - Episode 49
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WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS:
Anyone navigating grief after losing a parent or loved one, especially those seeking meaning, healing, and resilience in the face of loss.
WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET:
Listeners will hear Scott Tavlin’s grief journey, how he honored his late mother through purpose-driven challenges, and how resilience, family, and legacy shape life after loss.
DESCRIPTION:
In this powerful episode, host Nick Gaylord sits down with Tampa Bay radio host and motivational speaker Scott Tavlin to discuss his deeply personal grief journey after losing his mother. Scott reflects on his mother’s legacy, her unwavering belief in him, and how her lessons continue to guide his life. From early struggles with self-confidence to finding his voice in radio, Scott shares how grief shaped his identity and inspired him to live with greater purpose. He recounts the miracle years his family received after his mother’s first health scare, the heartbreak of her final decline, and the raw pain of her death. Scott explains how running, including completing a marathon in her honor, became both a coping mechanism and a way to give back. His story is one of resilience, healing, and transformation—offering hope to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one.
This episode answers:
- How do you cope with grief after losing your mom too soon?
- What is the role of resilience in the grieving process?
- How can you find meaning and purpose while grieving?
- Why do physical challenges like marathons help with grief healing?
- How can family connection support grief and loss recovery?
Key Takeaways:
- Grief changes everything, but purpose can guide healing.
- Family connection provides vital support during loss.
- Resilience is built through small, intentional steps.
- Physical challenges can channel grief into strength.
- Honoring a loved one’s legacy creates lasting meaning.
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