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The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

CJ Infantino & Ashley Infantino

62 episodes

5 months ago

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In the poignant episode, hosts Ashley and CJ delve into a heartfelt conversation with Heather about the devastating loss of her 11-year-old daughter, Parker, to a rare pediatric cancer. Heather recounts Parker’s journey, diagnosed at nine, filled with hope and struggles, and the aftermath of navigating life without her. Heather shares the profound impact of grief on her family, transitioning from five to four members, and how each copes d...

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Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In the poignant episode, hosts Ashley and CJ delve into a heartfelt conversation with Heather about the devastating loss of her 11-year-old daughter, Parker, to a rare pediatric cancer. Heather recounts Parker’s journey, diagnosed at nine, filled with hope and struggles, and the aftermath of navigating life without her. Heather shares the profound impact of grief on her family, transitioning from five to four members, and how each copes d...

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Society & Culture,

Self-Improvement,

Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/62)

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Parker's Impact: Love, Family, and Finding Meaning in Grief with Heather | The Day After Ep. 8

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In the poignant episode, hosts Ashley and CJ delve into a heartfelt conversation with Heather about the devastating loss of her 11-year-old daughter, Parker, to a rare pediatric cancer. Heather recounts Parker’s journey, diagnosed at nine, filled with hope and struggles, and the aftermath of navigating life without her. Heather shares the profound impact of grief on her family, transitioning from five to four members, and how each copes d...

5 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Hope, Grief, and the Search for Miracles in the Shadow of Addiction w/ Yesenia | The Day After Ep. 7

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode, Yesenia joins host CJ to discuss the recent passing of her older brother, Uriel, who struggled with alcoholism. Yesenia opens up about the impact of his death on her family and the Hispanic community, where alcohol-related issues are prevalent. The conversation delves into the emotional journey of grief, the struggle with boundaries, and the cultural aspects of family and addiction. Yesenia shares how her experience with ...

6 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

When Grief Arrives Early: Nickey's Reflection on Anticipatory Loss | The Day After Ep. 6

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode of The Day After, hosts CJ Infantino and Ashley Infantino sit down with guest Nickey to delve into the profound and often challenging topic of anticipatory grief and loss. Nickey opens up about her intense five-year journey of preemptive grieving before the eventual passing of her mother. This journey was marked by the unpredictability and stress of receiving urgent medical calls and her efforts to manage her mother's care...

6 months ago

51 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

The Harvey Rule: Living Life After Loss with Ashley G. | The Day After Ep. 5

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode of The Day After, host CJ dives deep into a conversation with Ashley G. about her personal journey through grief and healing after losing her father to a rare cancer. Ashley shares the profound impact her father's ten-year battle with illness had on her life, both personally and professionally. She reflects on the importance of using direct language around death to aid the grieving process and speaks candidly about her exp...

7 months ago

59 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Sibling Bonds and Grief: Maddee Reflects on Her Sister's Life and Legacy | The Day After Ep. 4

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this heartfelt episode of The Day After, hosts Ashley and CJ engage in a powerful and emotional conversation with their guest, Maddee. The episode delves into the impact of losing Maddee's sister, Tilke, to suicide in January 2022, exploring the complexities of grief, mental health struggles, and the dynamics within a family navigating such a profound loss. Maddee shares how her relationship with her sister was intertwined with both si...

7 months ago

57 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

The Life-Saving Bond: Shannon's Journey with Martin Francis & Friends | Sit, Lay, Rest Ep. 2

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. The Day After's pet grief series, Sit, Lay, Rest, is back for its second episode! In this episode, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino welcome guest Shannon, who shares her heartfelt journey of love, loss, and healing through the bond she formed with her pets. Shannon reminisces about her dream of having a dog and how her beloved canine companion, Martin Francis, became a pivotal force in her life, ultimately saving her during a time of ...

8 months ago

47 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

When Love Finds Its Way Back: Rachel's Story of Loss and Renewal | The Day After Ep. 3

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Rachel, whose story of loss and resilience touches on some of life's most challenging moments. After losing her father at 20 and her mother at 34, Rachel faced another devastating blow when her husband died by suicide while she was five months pregnant. With remarkable candor, Rachel shares how she navigated these profound losses, discussing everything from the complexities of grieving diffe...

8 months ago

56 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

How Ginger Chose Her Human: A Tale of Love and Loyalty with Kristin | Sit, Lay, Rest Ep. 1

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode of The Day After, hosts Liz Egler and Ashley Infantino engage in a heartfelt conversation with guest Kristin. As the first installment in their series "Sit, Lay, Rest," which is dedicated to pet grief, the episode revolves around Kristin's experiences with her German Shepherd dogs, particularly focusing on her first dog, Ginger. Kristin shares the emotional journey of choosing Ginger, the ups and downs of pet ownership, an...

9 months ago

51 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Introducing Sit, Lay, Rest: The Day After's New Pet Grief Series | Sit, Lay, Rest Ep. 0

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. A special episode to share some exciting news with you! The Day After Co-Host, CJ Infantino, is joined by a fresh yet familiar voice—Liz Egler. In today's episode, we delve into exciting news about our fan-favorite pet grief series, which is now evolving into a full-time series, Sit, Lay, Rest, dedicated to exploring the complex emotions surrounding the loss of our dear pets. You'll get to know Liz, our new co-host, as she shares her hear...

9 months ago

18 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Building a Resilience Muscle: Blair's Story of Family, Forgiveness, and Healing | The Day After Ep. 2

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. Welcome back to another episode of The Day After. In this heartfelt discussion, hosts CJ Infantino and Ashley Infantino are joined by Blair, a woman who has faced significant loss and emerged as a beacon of resilience and strength. Blair shares her poignant story, beginning with her turbulent childhood marked by her father's addiction and her parents' divorce. She dives into how these early experiences shaped her mental health struggles a...

9 months ago

56 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Journaling Through Grief: Jennifer's Path to Healing After Tremendous Loss | The Day After Ep. 1

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. Welcome to premiere of Season 3 of The Day After, the podcast where we explore the deeply personal and often challenging experiences of navigating life after loss. In today's episode, special guest Jennifer joins hosts Ashley Infantino and CJ Infantino to share her poignant journey through grief and the transformative power of journaling. Jennifer delves into her own story, from the tragic loss of her brother 41 years ago to the passing o...

10 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Healing Through Adventure: Genna on Living Fully Despite Grief | The Day After Ep. 22

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this heart-rending episode of The Day After, our hosts Ashley Infantino and CJ Infantino welcome Genna to share her journey through grief, trauma, and healing. Genna opens up about the immense pressure and guilt she felt due to societal expectations and how grief has profoundly transformed her identity at a cellular level. She delves into her experiences with somatic therapies like EMDR, which have been pivotal in her emotional healing...

11 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Melanie's Path: Healing and Rediscovering Identity After Her Dad's Death, Part 2 | The Day After Ep. 21

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode of The Day After, co-hosts CJ and Ashley sit down with Melanie for the second part of an enlightening conversation about forgiveness, self-acceptance, and personal growth. Melanie delves into the challenging process of learning to forgive herself and others, highlighting the significance of grace and the need to accept support from those around us without immediately feeling the urge to reciprocate. The discussion takes a ...

1 year ago

42 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Melanie’s Path: Healing and Rediscovering Identity After Her Dad’s Death, Part 1 | The Day After Ep. 20

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this deeply emotive episode of The Day After, hosts CJ and Ashley engage in a heartfelt conversation with their guest, Melanie, about navigating the complexities of grief and spirituality following the loss of a loved one. CJ opens up about embracing personal spirituality and finding persistent connections with those who have passed away through memories and love, which aids in moving forward. The discussion delves into the prof...

1 year ago

41 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Dark Humor and Deep Feelings: Healing After Tragedy with Jake | The Day After Ep. 19

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. Welcome back to The Day After, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories and navigating grief together. In today's episode, we are joined by stand-up comic Jake. Jake shares an incredible journey through love, loss, and finding light in the darkest of times. He opens up about his relationship with Jen, a fellow comedian who struggled with bipolar disorder and addiction. Her tragic passing in November 2022 left a significant impact on Jake, ...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Finding Feathers: Kellie's Emotional Path Through Grief and Healing | The Day After Ep. 18

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this deeply moving episode of The Day After, hosts Ashley Infantino and CJ Infantino dive into an intimate conversation with Kellie, exploring her profound personal journey through grief, loss, and resilience. The episode opens with a light-hearted discussion about the stress and convenience of grocery shopping, touching on the advantages of using delivery services like Instacart. However, the conversation soon takes a poignant turn a...

1 year ago

46 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Finding Light After Loss: Casey's Mission to Honor Her Daughter Zoey | The Day After Ep. 17

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode, we delve deep into the heart-wrenching story of Casey, a devoted mother who navigated the nearly impossible journey of losing her young daughter, Zoey, to childhood cancer. Zoey, who battled the disease from the tender age of three, tragically passed away at just five years old on July 4, 2018, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience that Casey warmly recounts. Casey chronicles the events leading to Zoey's diagnos...

1 year ago

58 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Unexpected Goodbye: Angela's 19-Day Journey | Ep. 16

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this deeply moving episode, Angela shares her harrowing experience of losing her husband unexpectedly after a mere 19 days from a sudden cancer diagnosis. She recounts the shock of taking him to the hospital for what they thought was appendicitis, only to face a rapid decline and his subsequent passing. Angela talks about the whirlwind of emotions she endured, the immediate need to provide stability for her two young children, an...

1 year ago

54 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Waving Goodbye: Warren's Tale of Love, Loss, and Finding Purpose | The Day After Ep. 15

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. Welcome back to The Day After. Today, we have Warren joining us - the author of the book "Waving Goodbye". Warren share's his deeply personal story of love, loss, and the profound journey of grief. In this episode, Warren opens up about the devastating loss of his wife Lisa to a rare blood cancer, and the overwhelming emotional toll it took on him and his family. He talks about the disbelief, the struggle to envision a future without her,...

1 year ago

1 hour 8 minutes

The Day After | Where grief stories connect us

Dreaming of Dad: Kennedy's Story of Love, Loss, and Healing Through Therapy | The Day After Ep. 14

Send us a message! We love hearing from our listeners. In this episode of the The Day After, hosts Ashley Infantino, CJ Infantino, and special guest Kennedy delve into the profound impact of losing a parent and the journey of navigating grief. Kennedy shares her heart-wrenching story of receiving the devastating news of her father's sudden death through a series of phone calls, and the chaotic aftermath that followed as she and her family scrambled to make arrangements amidst their shock and ...

1 year ago

1 hour