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
Navigating Complicated Grief and Suicide Loss in Families with Matthew Struck - Episode 41
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WHO THIS EPISODE HELPS: Anyone coping with suicide loss, complicated grief, or strained family relationships.
WHAT LISTENERS WILL GET: Insight into processing trauma, healing through grief, and finding resilience after loss.
DESCRIPTION:
In this episode, Nick Gaylord sits down with Matthew Struck for a powerful conversation about grief, trauma, and the realities of suicide loss. Matthew lost his father to suicide after years of a difficult and strained relationship, adding layers of unresolved pain and complicated grief to his journey. He reflects on the emotional weight of losing a parent under such circumstances, and how unresolved trauma shaped his healing. The discussion explores the stigma around suicide, the hidden challenges of generational patterns, and the struggle to make peace when closure feels out of reach. Nick and Matthew dive into family dynamics, resilience, and the ways grief can open unexpected opportunities for growth. This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply human—offering support to anyone navigating grief, trauma, or loss.
This episode answers:
- How do you cope with grief after losing a parent to suicide?
- What makes complicated grief different from other forms of grief?
- How do strained relationships impact the grieving process?
- What role does trauma play in healing after suicide loss?
- How can families break unhealthy generational cycles of grief?
Key Takeaways:
- Suicide loss brings layers of unresolved emotions and complicated grief.
- Strained family relationships intensify the grieving process.
- Trauma and grief often intertwine, requiring intentional healing work.
- Generational patterns of silence and avoidance can be broken.
- Healing is possible through honesty, vulnerability, and supportive practices.
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