Our Dead Dads
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 show’s 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.
Our Dead Dads
Finding Healing Through Grief, Forgiveness, and Spiritual Connection with Dave Roberts - Episode 39
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WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone facing grief from the loss of a child, parent, or loved one who is searching for comfort, perspective, and spiritual connection.
WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insights into forgiveness, continued bonds after loss, and tools for navigating grief with compassion, healing, and renewed purpose.
DESCRIPTION:
In this episode of Our Dead Dads Podcast, host Nick Gaylord sits down with psychology professor, author, and grief educator Dave Roberts, who shares the devastating loss of his 18-year-old daughter Janine to cancer. Dave opens up about the grief of losing both his father and daughter, and how those tragedies reshaped his understanding of forgiveness, love, and continued spiritual connection. He explores the signs and synchronicities that helped him stay connected with Janine, the dream visits that brought peace, and the journey of reconciling with his parents long after their deaths. Dave also reflects on raising his granddaughter after Janine’s passing, the transformative role of spiritual teachers, and the power of integrating psychology and spirituality to heal. Listeners will come away with a new perspective on grief, hope, and the bonds that endure beyond death.
This episode answers:
- How do you heal after losing a child to cancer?
- What does forgiveness look like in grief and family estrangement?
- How can spiritual connections and dream visits bring peace after loss?
- What role do synchronicities and signs play in grief healing?
- How can psychology and spirituality combine to support grief recovery?
Key Takeaways:
- Grief does not end relationships; it transforms them into continued bonds.
- Forgiveness can free both the grieving and the departed.
- Spiritual teachers and practices can open new healing paths.
- Grief milestones extend beyond death dates, including diagnosis and treatment memories.
- Integrating grief education with personal storytelling normalizes hard conversations.
DAVE'S LINKS
PERSONAL WEBSITE: https://davidrobertsmsw.com/
AUTHOR WEBSITE: https://psychologyprofessorandminister.com/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/david.j.roberts1/
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-56690513/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/daver3103/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@daveroberts301/podcasts
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