Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
Grief is tough—but so are we. "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This," is a space for real, raw, and sometimes even humorous conversations about navigating loss, healing, and faith. Hosted by Shaleka Smith, this podcast explores the many faces of grief—not just losing loved ones but also the loss of relationships, identity, dreams, and expectations.
We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, and we’ll keep it real as we unpack the messy emotions that come with grief. Through personal stories, faith-based encouragement, and maybe even a few awkward moments (because grief can be weird), "Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This" reminds you that you're not alone. With scripture, expert insights, and a little lightheartedness, we’ll walk this journey together—one step, one story, and one deep breath at a time.
Subscribe now for honest conversations, hope-filled encouragement, and the occasional grief-related chuckle. Because even in the hardest moments, joy still finds a way in.
Grief, I Didn't Sign Up for This
Grieving the Death of an Abuser – A Complex Journey
What happens when the person who caused you deep pain dies, and the world expects you to grieve them? In this powerful episode, host Shaleka Smith sits down with a sexual assault survivor and advocacy worker, Saunté Harden-Tate, to explore the complicated emotions that surface when an abuser passes away.
From unexpected relief to lingering guilt, awkward condolences to silent rage, this conversation gets real about the grief no one talks about—but so many survivors carry.
With honesty, empathy, and a few much-needed laughs (yes, we make room for cheesecake and shady side-eyes), this episode reminds listeners that healing doesn’t follow a script—and you don’t owe anyone a “pretty” version of your pain.
Whether you’re a survivor, an advocate, or someone trying to understand, this episode holds space for grief's messy, honest, and deeply human side.
If you are in the Chicagoland area, we invite you to attend Brave Space: An Assembly for Sexual Assault Awareness on April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brave-space-tickets-1219913015669?aff=oddtdtcreator
