Father's Refuge
Father’s Refuge is a safe and compassionate space for fathers who have experienced the loss of a family member and are walking through the long, difficult journey of grief.
Host James Moffitt shares his personal story of losing his daughter, Jessica Ann, to childhood cancer in 2001, and his son, Jeremy, in 2025. Through honest conversations, faith, and reflection, James offers encouragement to fathers who are suffering in silence — reminding them that they are not alone.
Each episode of Father’s Refuge explores real stories of loss, resilience, and hope. It’s a place to find comfort, community, and the courage to keep moving forward with your family and faith intact.
Because even in grief, there is refuge.
Episodes
13 episodes
The 6th Stage of Grief no one talks about - Anxiety
In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt delves into the often unspoken connection between anxiety and grief, particularly for fathers. He discusses the sixth stage of grief, as identified by Claire Bidwell-Smith, which is anxiety...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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13:20
Writing as a Way to Heal with John Dedakis
In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with author and journalist John DeDakis about the profound impact of grief on fathers. They explore John's personal journey through the loss of his son, the therapeutic power of writ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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49:27
The Grief Journey (Heartbreak, Healing & Humor) with Steve Gamlin
In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with Steve Gamlin about his journey through grief after losing his wife, Tina. They discuss the complexities of grief, the importance of vulnerability, and the need for support durin...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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47:24
Navigating Grief: A Journey with Dr. Gregg Korbon
Title: Navigating Grief: A Journey with Dr. Gregg KorbonEpisode Description: Join host James Moffitt on the Father's Refuge Podcast as he welcomes Dr. Gregg Korbon, a retired anesthesiologist and father who shares his profound jou...
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49:25
The Courage to Be Seen: emotional honesty and healing through Faith
In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt and guest Mike Van Pelt explore the complexities of authentic manhood, particularly in the context of grief and loss. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, the journey of self-disco...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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43:15
From Tragedy to Triumph: How to Rebuild Your Life After Loss
In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with Weston Brandon, a motivational speaker and remarried widower, about his journey through grief after losing his first wife shortly after the birth of their son. Weston shares his...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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53:33
Celebration of Life - Jeremy Moffitt
In this episode I share my memories of Jeremy who passed away at the end of January 2025. I shared my regret that we were not close. We both allowed things to get between us and neither one of us worked on redeeming the relationship. Now the ci...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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7:30
Navigating the Waters of Grief
In this episode of Father's Refuge Podcast, host James Moffitt shares the poignant story of his daughter Jessica's battle with cancer and the profound grief that followed her passing. He reflects on the moments leading up to her death, the imme...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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7:48
The Crazy Man at the End of the Road
Want to be a guest on Father's Refuge Podcast?https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/fathersrefugeKeywordsgrief, healing, fatherhood, faith, fam...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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11:57
Jessica Ann: A Story of Courage, Faith, and Love
This is the 3rd article I wrote in a series after Jessica Ann's passing.https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/fathersrefuge
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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4:16
Walking in Grief Year One
Walking in Grief Year One was written after the passing of Jessica Ann Moffitt. If this episode resonates with you drop me a line at FathersRefuge@proton.meWant to be a guest on Father's Refug...
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Episode 3
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4:31