The Widow's Walk

Dec 27 2024 23 ep. 50 mins 3
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Dr. Connie Mariano, former White House Physician, is used to being a groundbreaker.

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Wisdom During the Holidays

Dec 27 2024 50 mins  
The holidays are often called “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for widows, widowers, and anyone who has lost a loved one, they can bring a flood of memories - often accompanied with tears and sadness. In this heartfelt episode of Widow’s Walk, Dr. Connie is joined by her friend and fellow widow, Sandra Maki, as they return to share their wisdom and experiences on em

Helping Widows Heal

Nov 28 2024 47 mins  
Dr. Connie explores how widows can find healing through support groups in this insightful episode. Her special guest, Barbara Olson, leads Heart-to-Heart Grief Support classes at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ (visit www.lacasadecristo.com for more information). After 25 years of marriage, Barbara experienced the loss of her beloved husband, Duke. Drawing from

From Widow to Bride

Oct 31 2024 48 mins  
Wives can often outlive their husbands by 10-15 years. But does this mean spending those years alone? In this inspiring episode of The Widow's Walk, Dr. Connie delves into the realities of love after loss with special guest Georgia Bunn, illuminating the seldom-discussed journey many women face in widowhood. With only 2% of widows over 65 remarrying (compared to over 20% of widower

Finding Peace

Sep 26 2024 45 mins  
After losing a loved one, will you ever truly find peace with their physical absence in this life? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Connie welcomes back certified medium and spiritual coach, Michelle Clare, a familiar guest from House Calls and Widow’s Walk. Michelle intimately understands the journey of death and loss. Having personally lost her sweetheart to suicide a year ago, s

Living the Golden Life

Aug 29 2024 51 mins  
Did you know that many widows outlive their husbands by 10 to 15 years, yet only 2% choose to remarry? So, what are the stories of the other 98%? In this engaging episode, Dr. Connie invites Linda Smith to share her journey over the past 18 years as a widow. Linda opens up about how she has remained active and fulfilled throughout widowhood. Tune in to hear Linda’s inspiring stor

Angels Looking After Us

Jul 25 2024 53 mins  
Many widows and widowers sense the presence of their late spouses through dreams, butterflies, and special songs. While some skeptics view these moments as mere coincidences or serendipity, Dr. Connie and special guest Sandra Maki share heartfelt stories that highlight the deep, enduring connections with their loved ones. Tune in for an enlightening and touching discussion that off

Widows Who Age Alone

Jun 27 2024 50 mins  
The loneliness of widowhood can be particularly painful and challenging for older widows. In the United States, 10% of widows live alone, 70% reside with adult children, and the remaining 20% are in home care facilities. What does this stage of life look like for widows, who often outlive their husbands by an average of 15 years? In this episode, we welcome Bonnie Shimko, a Certifi

The Wisdom of Widowhood

May 30 2024 53 mins  
How can losing your spouse lead to a new, fulfilling life? What does that new life look like? How can it become the best life we can create? Dr. Connie, five years into widowhood, is joined by Reverend Dr. Michele Whittington, a widow of six years and the first guest on the show in February 2023. Together, they share an update on how widowhood has changed their lives and offer prac

New Life, New Home?

Apr 25 2024 53 mins  
One of the most painful changes that happens to a widow is living alone after the death of her spouse. Barbara Kaplan is a sought-after interior designer in Phoenix, AZ, and is keenly aware of this transition for many of her widow clients. Barbara shares her expertise in helping widows shift from the shared existence of marriage to embracing solitude and independence. In this episo

The Widower’s Walk

Mar 28 2024 53 mins  
Dr. Connie shines a light on a group sometimes overlooked: the 3.7 million husbands who lose their wives and become widowers in America. Departing from our usual focus on the journey of widows, this show extends a heartfelt exploration into the lives of men navigating the turbulent waters of loss. Our special guest, Tom Scaglione, a retired insurance executive, opens up about his p