The Nameless Minority: A podcast about the loss of a child.
By Jerry W Shoemaker
Join Jerry Shoemaker as he and his guest explore the difficult topic. Discuss and remember those they have lost, and how the healing process starts and continues.
The Nameless Minority: A podcast about the loss of a child. May 17, 2021
Sunflower
I sit down with Cynthia to talk about Rajine, her daughter.
Dre Drea Dr. Drea...We miss you
Andrea was a special friend to many. Listen to Lisa, Tasha, Beth, Olivia, and Virginia discuss what she meant to each one of them. Drea was a close friend of mine. Memories, no matter how bittersweet, are still memories.
Grief Journey with Rohanna Shultz
I sit down with Rohanna Shultz to discuss spirituality, grief, medication, and endurance running.
Rohanna is a blogger, ultra runner, marathoner, triathlon athlete, works in the medical field, and is a mother. We discuss what works for us! What we recommend on a grief journey.
linktr.ee/ultrarunnerchick will take you to multiple podcasts that she has been on and to a link for her blog.
"Who are you? Simply I am me!"
On this episode, I take a backseat to let Deme interview her friend, Bessie. Bessie was a child care worker for Deme's kid, Eleni. Listen as they share memories of their kids and talk about the grieving process.
"God's plan is perfect, I just don't have to like it"
I sit down to talk to Melissa about her daughter, Alexis. We discuss faith and the goodness of friends
The Canadian Connection
I go Round 2 with Paula TK and Deme the Great. We discuss the afterlife, dreams, the day of the funeral, religion, and a few more topics in the episode. Its a pleasure to chat with these ladies openly on the topic of grief as a parent. To be able to share our thoughts and know that the others are not judging you.
Thank you Paula TK for writing the intro. Thank Eli Shoemaker for recording the intro.
Ty-The Best Big Brother
I sit down with Kassie to discuss Tyrelle(Ty). We get to discuss Ty, religion, grief, and life in general. Kassie has started a business dedicated to Ty. By putting Ty's name in name of the business, she has opened that door for her to be able to discuss Ty's life with people. What a clever way to get them to start the conversation.
Thank you Kassie for sharing Ty with me.
Daisy,the happiest girl in the world!
I sit down with Paula to discuss Daisy. Daisy was the happiest girl in the world.
Paula teaches a grief yoga class and writes a grief blog. www.onestepforwardca.wordpress.com is the grief blog that she writes. Its raw and honest just like the interview that we did.
Brought to you by the number 16
Jennifer and I sit down to discuss grief on what would have been Bella's 16th birthday. This is a very honest episode. We touch on a lot of things that cross our minds now and then. I hope you enjoy!
Golden Girls, Luther Vandross, and Sheila
I sit down with Brittany to discuss her mom, Sheila.
Queen Eleni, Zippy, Bob, Puffy, and Vanita
In today's episode, I talk to Demetra about her daughter, Eleni. She was a vibrant young lady. She co-authored a book, A Marshmallow Christmas, and raised money for SickKIds. SickKids is one of the largest children's hospitals in Toronto, Canada.
Thank you Demetri for sharing your daughter with me.
Memories from a sibling
Today I sit down with Farrah to discuss her brother, Josh. She tells funny stories and what its like to live without her brother.
"Its a wolf, Nana"
I'm not going to grow up all of the way
Today I sit down with Marcy Larson to discuss Andy's life. We discuss good times and the trying times. Marcy is a mom, pediatrician, and podcast host. Her podcast "Losing a Child: Always Andy's Mom" is a powerful and enlightening view on grief. She has some helpful words for those struggling with the loss of a child.
Father, The answer doesn't matter anymore
I sit down with Santa Walt Queen to discuss the loss of his two kids, Jackie and Jill. Jackie and Jill were killed in a car accident involving a semi-truck. Walt is a very religious man. Walt gives God all the credit for helping him get through this accident that took his two girls. Walt is a special soul to be able to do what he does on a daily basis.
Bigger than a Whale (Butterflies for Maddie)
I sit down with Donna Morgan to discuss her daughter Maddie. Donna is the CEO/Founder of Butterflies for Maddie. Visit Butterfliesformaddie.com for more information.
Ice Ice Baby
I interview Jennifer Shoemaker about how she deals with grief. We discuss some of the good memories and some of the bad.