Angel Talk

Philip sat down with Pastor Jim Ford of the New Day Christian Center in Tenino. They talked about how love and faith intertwine with hope during this Easter season. They also reflect on this Holy Week and what it means to them.

What makes you get out of bed in the morning and put one foot in front of the other? What helps you breathe after a painful loss? What keeps you from falling off a cliff? One word...toughness. Whether you know it or not, you are filled with an awe-inspiring toughness that can't be measured.In today's QUICK HIT, Philip talks about different people who have personified toughness, and how you are tougher than you think.

Philip introduces a new segment on Angel Talk...the QUICK HIT! Today we talk about finding the legacy of a loved one whose life might have been incomplete. We talk about the different ways you can build a legacy, and things to remember while you're honoring their legacy.

Season 3 of Angel Talk is coming, and it is filled with some new content that is sure to inspire and comfort.

Philip and Lauren came back after a few weeks off to talk about the concept of "moving on" after the passing of a loved one. She talked about her personal experience in trying to continue living her life, and how "moving forward" is probably a better description of your new life.

Philip and Lauren sat down and talked about how to deal with the little things that stress us out everyday...while also coping with the loss of a loved one.

In the shadow of September 11, Philip and Lauren talk about the different milestones and moments that take you back to places that you may not like...and how to get through those moments and still keep breathing.

After you've lost someone, you can feel like a mess...and you can never be quite sure how long that feeling will last. Philip and Lauren talked about how to cope with these feelings, and helpful ways to keep moving forward.

Recently, we released a survey asking whether pineapple belonged on a pizza and the results were overwhelming. Philip and Lauren break down the results, and debate whether or not pinneapple should be allowed anywhere near a pizza.

Philip and Lauren sat down (remotely for the first time) to talk about the importance of keeping your own identity after losing a loved one....especially a sibling.

Many of us have been there. We find ourselves trying to find the best way to speak to those who have lost a loved one. In this episode, Lauren goes through her own experience, what subjects might be good to avoid, and brings up a few things you can do to be there for them.

Lauren and Philip introduce their first special bonus episode of "off topic" and open up about their favorite Olympic sports, personalities, and other fun things from the games.

Philip and Lauren sat down and talked about the different books, movies and people that can help you get through each day living with your grief. They shared another bittersweet Angel Story, and shared some good news at the end.

In this episode, Philip and Lauren share another beautiful Angel Story, and dive into how time affects the grieving process. They also deliver an inspiring version of their "Good News" segment.

Angel Talk is back!!!Philip and Lauren sat down for a new episode of Raise for Rowyn's podcast. They introduced a few new segments, including our new Angel Stories, the Question of the Day, and even highlighted some good news we might not be paying attention to.

Brynn finishes up her fabulous conversation with the Wild Woman of God Evolving and her "Sister from another Mister" Tiffany Evans. They talk about different parts of Tiffany's new book "Running with Jesus" and reflect of the impacts that God has had on their grief journeys.

She's back!!!Brynn sat down with her "sister from another Mister" Tiffany Evans. In her second stint as a special guest to the pod, Tiffany talked about her new book "Running with Jesus" and how you can use your adversity (through faith) to transform yourself.

Today is Angel Rowyn's birthday, and to honor her on this special day, Brynn and Philip took time to talk about her favorite things, and also give some tips on ways families can remember their Angels on days like today.

Brynn and Philip hopped into the podcast studio and interviewed Lauren Adderley, the new Administrative Assistant for Raise for Rowyn. Lauren talked about the special connection she has to RFR, and gave her Desert Island Top Three answers.

Brynn sat down and chatted it up with her sister-in-law Emily Johnson. The two looked back at life with Rowyn, and talked about how Emily was there to support Brynn while dealing with her own grief.

Brynn finishes up her interview with Summer Gordon, fellow Angel Mom and author of Hope Remains, a beautiful book about how to navigate through the loss of a loved one using faith and family. She shared her own Sissy Sign, and talked about the impact of her Angel's passing on her own family.

Brynn chatted with Summer Gordon, a fellow Angel mom and author of the book Hope Remains. The two took time to talk about forgiveness in the face of incredibly difficult circumstances, and how her faith pushes her forward everyday.

Brynn and Philip came together to talk about the anger that comes with losing a child, and how to deal with the guilt (or shame) that comes with that anger. They reminded our listeners that we are all beautifully unfinished works in progress.

Brynn finishes up her conversation with Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss specialist from Down Under, who works with families all over the world to help them work through their grief.

Brynn took the reigns to conduct her first-ever solo interview and decided to go international by interviewing Sharna Southan, who hails from Australia and has started an organization that deals with grieving loss during pregnancy.

In the second and final installment of our interview with the founders of Our Little Sparrows, Brynn and Philip talked to Geoff and Toni Babec about how they started the organization, and what it does for the community.

Philip and Brynn sat down with Geoff and Toni Brabec, who talked about their Angel Olivia and shared the story of their loss. They also talked about how losing their Angel led them to created Our Little Sparrows, an organization that assists families struggling with loss through miscarriage.

Philip and Brynn sat down with Geoff and Toni Brabec, who shared their story of losing their beautiful Angel Olivia, and how they used their tragedy to create an organization that helps families suffering through miscarraige. Check out their website at https://www.ourlittlesparrows.org/.

Brynn and Philip return for a second season of Angel Talk. In this short introductory episode, they talk about what you can expect for the second season, and some of the topics that you might hear.

We are back!!! Starting next week, we will be hosting tons of new content, filled with special guests and uplifting content. Philip and Brynn will bring you hopeful examples of grief, hope and overcoming incredible adversity.

Philip and Brynn spent the last live podcast of the year talking about the different ways she honors her Angel Rowyn during the holidays, and tips for others on how to do the same.

Even though the holiday season can be a hard one for those who have lost an Angel, there are still ways you can honor the loved ones who have gone before you.. Philip and Brynn sat down and talked about the fun ways that Brynn remembers her Angel during the Christmas season.

This week's podcast was short but special. Philip and Brynn sat down and talked about what we can all be thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Our conversation with the Wild Woman of God Evolving Tiffany Evans, who talked about the second part of moving forward through grief...recognizing and accepting your vulnerability. She talked about how this recognition often leads to stronger leadership and incredible growth.

We sat down and talked to someone Brynn knows very well...her "sister from another mister" Tiffany Evans. The Wild Woman of God Evolving talked about the incredible pain that came from losing her father, and how she has developed incredible courage through her journey.

It's Election Day, so Brynn and Philip decided to talk about a President...Teddy Roosevelt. More specifically, a speech he gave that has come to be known as "The Man in the Arena". It is a deep speech about struggling to find courage, and dealing unhealthy people in your life.

Our best guest yet. Philip and Brynn sat down with Rainbow Baby Mynrow (aka Brynn's daughter) to talk about her favorite things, and how her and Rowyn still have a relationship.

She's an Angel Mother, an author, and the founder of a charitable foundation making an incredible difference in the fight against Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Her name is Stephany Resendes, and she sat down with Brynn and Philip to talk about losing her Angel to a rare disorder, and what it's like to parent a Rainbow Baby.

In the second part of our interview with Mom Samantha Reese, she talked how she parents her Rainbow Baby Emmitt while continuing to work through her feelings of grief for her Angel Baby Wes.

To kickoff Rainbow Baby Month on Angel Talk, Philip and Brynn sat down with Double Rainbow Mom Samantha Reese, who talked about losing her precious Angel Wes, meeting her husband during her time of grief, and her Rainbow Baby Emmitt.

Philip and Brynn sat down with Angel Warrior Mama Tracy Carli, who talked about the ups and downs of taking care of a loved one who has a limited time on Earth, and how to deal with feelings of grief that occur before they pass.

Philip and Brynn sat down and talked about how she keeps Rowyn in her life everyday, and how it doesn't matter how crazy it feels, it's important that everyone grieves in their own way.

Philip and Brynn sat down to talk about the feelings of intuition she felt before Rowyn's accident, and why she believes they were important in helping her deal with her grief.

Brynn sat down with Jennifer Eickenhorst, the creator of the Accidental Hope podcast. Together, they shared their stories of tragedy, and how they have used their faith to navigate through their trauma. This episode is a part of a special simulcast.

As Brynn and Philip prepare for a very special simoulcast with the creators of Accidental Hope, they figured it was a perfect time to re-air the very first episode they ever did...the story of Brynn and Raise for Rowyn.

Philip sat down and talked Joe DiCarlo, the Global Ambassador of Medical Teams International, who spoke about how cultures around the world grieve when they lose a loved one, and how medical volunteers deal with their own feelings of grief. He also hit on topical issues like COVID response around the world and life in refugee camps.

Brynn and Philip sat down with Ayanna Brown, who lost her son Alajawan when he was shot and killed by a gang member in their neighborhood. She came on and talked about how she deals with her grief every day, how she honors her son through her own nonprofit, and how, when it comes to dealing with the grief from losing a loved one...we're not all that different.

Philip and Brynn sat down with Trooper Deion Glover of the Washington State Patrol, who took the time to share his reasons for becoming a police officer, and his own story of loss. Trooper Glover lost his partner Sean O'Connell in 2013 and talked about what he does every day to honor his memory.

Our world may seem more divided and chaotic than ever before. It can be hard to find hope in these volatile times, especially if you're also navigating through the grief and loss of a loved one. As an answer to these times, Angel Talk will try to address topical issues the only way we know how...with grace and humanity for those we've lost, and those they have left behind.

You may have been hearing Brynn's voice over the last seven months, but do you REALLY know her nerdy side? This episode takes a look back at some of the most popular "Angel Talk" episodes since the show began, and Philip grills Brynn on her desert island Top 3. Get ready for fun!

Philip and Brynn sat down with Noah Bear, the lead singer of the local band Waking Bear. He shared his own story of emotional and physical loss, spoke deeply about finding his spirituality through deep reflection, and talked about how music has helped him navigate through intense feelings of grief. He even shares an exclusive song at the end of the podcast.