Unspoken Grief: Finding Strength in Silent Struggles
A Podcast for Healing and Support: Stories and Resources for Impacted Survivors
Unspoken Grief: Find Strength in Silent Struggles
Tune in to our thought-provoking podcast, where we navigate the intricate emotions and challenges faced by those impacted by such tragedies. Join us as we delve into the multifaceted layers of grief, healing, and resilience in the aftermath of a murder-suicide incident.
In times of immense grief and confusion, finding solace can feel like an impossible task. However, podcasts have emerged as a powerful medium for survivors of murder-suicide loss to connect, share experiences, and seek support. Through poignant storytelling, and firsthand accounts, these podcasts serve as a beacon of hope in the darkness, reminding survivors that they are not alone in their journey towards healing and resilience.
Ep. 15 – The Other Side of Grief: A Spouse’s Perspective on Loving Someone Through the Unthinkable
In the season 2 finale of Unspoken Grief, hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier welcome three first-time guests: spouses/partners Keith (Tina’s husband), Tony Spatafora (Michael’s
Ep. 14 – Dr. Janine Roach: Seeing the Person, Not the Diagnosis: The Truth About Bipolar Disorder & Schizophrenia
Hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier welcome psychiatrist Dr. Janine Roach to discuss bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, and severe mental illness in the context of
Ep. 13 – #SameHere: A Conversation & Mental Health Deep Dive with Eric Kussin
In this episode of the Unspoken Grief podcast, hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier talk with Eric Kussin, founder of Same Here Global and co-host
Ep. 12 – Anonymous Daughter
Hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier welcome “Anonymous Daughter”, who lost her parents at 13 to a murder-suicide and originally told her story in a
Ep. 11 – Nina Rodriguez: Yosef’s Sister
Unspoken Grief hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier welcome Nina Rodriguez, founder and executive producer of the award-winning podcast Grief and Light, to discuss grief
Ep. 10 – Krista Schenck: Life After the Unthinkable: Love, Loss, and Bojangles
In this Unspoken Grief episode, hosts Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier, speak with survivor Krista Schenck, who lost both parents, Mark and Bonnie, in a
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ISMS podcast called, and what is it about?
The podcast is Unspoken Grief: Finding Strength in Silent Struggles. It explores the intricate emotions and challenges faced by people impacted by murder-suicide, delving into the layers of grief, healing, and resilience that follow this kind of loss.
Who hosts the podcast?
ISMS co-founders Michael Vinton and Tina Chevalier host the show together, drawing on their own lived experience as survivors.
What kind of guests and topics does the podcast feature?
Episodes bring on survivors, advocates, and clinicians. Recent guests include a licensed clinical psychologist discussing identity collapse and distorted responsibility, a survivor who lost both parents in a murder-suicide, another who lost her parents at age 13, and the founder of a mental health nonprofit. Topics range from personal survivor stories to clinical perspectives on trauma and grief.
Where can I listen?
The podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with links provided directly on the page. Individual episodes also have their own pages on the ISMS site with a short summary and a “Read More” link.
Why do podcasts matter for survivors of this kind of loss?
The page notes that podcasts have become a powerful way for survivors of murder-suicide loss to connect, share experiences, and find support — using storytelling and firsthand accounts to remind listeners they aren’t alone in their healing journey.
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