Greater Than Grief

Melissa Hull
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Greater Than Grief is a powerful and inspiring podcast hosted by Melissa Hull, dedicated to exploring life beyond loss. Through heartfelt conversations with special guests, Melissa dives into real stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. Each episode offers hope, wisdom, and practical insights for those navigating grief, proving that life after loss can be filled with meaning, joy, and purpose. Tune in for raw, authentic discussions and uplifting perspectives that remind us all—we are greater than grief.

  1. JAN 20

    Episode 19: When You Lose You: Grief, the Nervous System, and What Actually Heals

    In this powerful episode of Greater Than Grief, Melissa Hull sits down with Rick Ogsten—functional medicine health strategist, educator, certified coach, former infantry Marine and Navy Chaplain, and long-time friend—to explore what happens when trauma upends not just your body, but your identity. Rick shares his journey surviving two unexplained traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) within 18 months, including helicopter medevacs, hospitalization, and profound physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. Through this experience, he faced an identity crisis, grappling with the invisibility of brain injury and a disrupted sense of self. Together, Melissa and Rick discuss: How functional medicine differs from acute medical care and why building health reserves before a crisis is critical. The role of the nervous system, capacity, and resilience in recovery. Reframing purpose after trauma: shifting from "doing for others" to helping others help themselves. Practical lessons for anyone navigating grief, health challenges, or life-altering change. Rick's journey reminds us that acceptance of limitations is not surrender, and even after profound loss, there's a path to reclaiming agency, rebuilding identity, and creating meaningful impact. Learn more about Rick and his coaching: OgstonLongevity.com

    56 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Episode 18: Life, Death & the Space Between with Dr. Amy Robbins

    In this episode, Melissa Hull speaks with Dr. Amy Robbins, clinical psychologist and medium, about the profound connections between life, death, and the space in between. Together, they explore grief, consciousness, near-death experiences, and alternative paths to healing. This conversation invites listeners to expand their understanding of what it means to live fully while navigating loss, anxiety, and transformation. Connect with Dr. Amy Robbins: www.dramyrobbins.com Instagram: @dramyrobbins Podcast: Life, Death and the Space Between Let's Stay Connected! I'd love to keep the conversation going. Whether you're looking for free resources, inspiration, healing tools, or want to dive deeper through my courses and podcast—there's a space for you here: 📘 Facebook: Melissa R. Gallemore 💞 GTG Community: Greater Than Grief Facebook Group 📸 Instagram: @melissa_hull_ | @greaterthangrief 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Hull 📖 Order My Book: Dear Drew 💙 Be a Blessing: Become a Dear Drew Sponsor 🌐 Website: melissahull.com 🎓 Courses & Workshops: Explore Here Wherever you are on your healing journey, know that you're not alone.

    57 min

  3. 11/25/2025

    Episode 17: Navigating Baby Loss: Finding Hope, Healing, and Connection After Stillbirth with Jennifer Senn

    In this episode, Melissa Hull talks with certified life coach and stillbirth mom Jennifer Senn about the journey of grief after losing a baby. They explore the pain, guilt, fear, and isolation that often accompany such a loss—and the ways to navigate those emotions while reclaiming hope. This conversation honors the experiences of loss moms and provides practical tools for healing and emotional resilience. Connect with Jennifer: https://jennifersenn.com/podcast https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss https://www.youtube.com/@navigatingbabyloss Let's Stay Connected! I'd love to keep the conversation going. Whether you're looking for free resources, inspiration, healing tools, or want to dive deeper through my courses and podcast—there's a space for you here: 📘 Facebook: Melissa R. Gallemore 💞 GTG Community: Greater Than Grief Facebook Group 📸 Instagram: @melissa_hull_ | @greaterthangrief 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Hull 🎧 Podcast: Greater Than Grief on Facebook | Listen on Apple Podcasts 📖 Order My Book: Dear Drew 💙 Be a Blessing: Become a Dear Drew Sponsor 🌐 Website: melissahull.com 🎓 Courses & Workshops: Explore Here Wherever you are on your healing journey, know that you're not alone.

    55 min

  4. 11/11/2025

    Episode 16: From Tragedy to Wholeness: Exploring Grief, Guilt, and Healing Through Poetry with Cheryl Wilder

    In this episode, Melissa Hull sits down with poet and writer Cheryl Wilder, whose companion poetry books, Singing Riptide and her first full-length collection, chronicle her journey through the aftermath of a serious car accident.  Together, they explore the intertwined emotions of grief, guilt, and shame, and how Cheryl used poetry as a path toward emotional healing and reclaiming wholeness. This conversation expands the conversation about grief—showing how creative expression can illuminate the journey from pain to resilience. Connect with Cheryl: https://bornwilder.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@borncherylwilder Let's Stay Connected! I'd love to keep the conversation going. Whether you're looking for free resources, inspiration, healing tools, or want to dive deeper through my courses and podcast—there's a space for you here: 📘 Facebook: Melissa R. Gallemore 💞 GTG Community: Greater Than Grief Facebook Group 📸 Instagram: @melissa_hull_ | @greaterthangrief 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Hull 🎧 Podcast: Greater Than Grief on Facebook | Listen on Apple Podcasts 📖 Order My Book: Dear Drew 💙 Be a Blessing: Become a Dear Drew Sponsor 🌐 Website: melissahull.com 🎓 Courses & Workshops: Explore Here

    44 min

  5. 08/26/2025

    Behind the Mic: Healing, Mediumship, and Radical Vulnerability with Laurie Campbell

    What happens when the conversation doesn't end after the podcast? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of Greater Than Grief, host Melissa Hull continues her heartfelt dialogue with psychic medium Laurie Campbell—and the insights are too powerful not to share. Melissa and Laurie go deeper into the layers of grief, healing, and the different modalities that support people on their journey—from art therapy and energy work to sound baths and intuitive practices. Laurie shares her perspective on "staying in her lane" as a medium while celebrating Melissa's work of guiding others through grief with radical vulnerability and hope. Together, they highlight the importance of validation, curiosity, and finding the healing practices that resonate with each unique soul. This candid, unscripted exchange is filled with laughter, wisdom, and love—a glimpse into the friendship and shared purpose that fuels both women's work. Tune in for inspiration, new perspectives, and a reminder that grief and beauty can coexist.

    27 min

  6. 08/12/2025

    Episode 15: The Healing Power of Connection with Psychic Medium Laurie Campbell

    In this heartfelt episode of the Greater Than Grief podcast, host Melissa Hull welcomes her dear friend and renowned psychic medium Laurie Campbell, known for her groundbreaking work alongside Tyler Henry on Netflix and her extensive research on the survival of consciousness. Melissa and Laurie dive deep into the ways mediumship brings connection, healing, and comfort to those navigating the pain of loss. Laurie shares her extraordinary journey—from her early awareness of her psychic abilities to her collaborations with scientists studying mediumship in controlled laboratory settings. She also opens up about her experiences reading for people around the world, appearing on television networks like Discovery and HBO, and the profound validation these experiences provide to those in grief. The conversation turns personal as Melissa reflects on her own healing journey after loss, the role Laurie played in her story, and how their client-medium relationship grew into a genuine friendship that continues to shape Melissa's work, including her book Dear Drew. Together, they explore the power of validation, the possibility of connection with loved ones who have crossed over, and the tools available to help others move forward after grief. This episode is filled with wisdom, compassion, and hope. Whether you are searching for healing, curious about mediumship, or simply seeking encouragement on your own path, Melissa and Laurie offer a beautiful reminder that grief can transform us—and that we are never truly alone. ✨ Listen now and be inspired to discover a life that is greater than grief. Let's Stay Connected! I'd love to keep the conversation going. Whether you're looking for free resources, inspiration, healing tools, or want to dive deeper through my courses and podcast—there's a space for you here: 📘 Facebook: Melissa R. Gallemore 💞 GTG Community: Greater Than Grief Facebook Group 📸 Instagram: @melissa_hull_ | @greaterthangrief 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Hull 📖 Pre-Order My Book: Dear Drew 💙 Be a Blessing: Become a Dear Drew Sponsor 🌐 Website: melissahull.com 🎓 Courses & Workshops: Explore Here

    1h 10m

  7. 07/29/2025

    Episode 14: Turning Grief Into Purpose: The Story Behind Life Interrupted

    In this powerful episode of the Greater Than Grief podcast, host Melissa Hull sits down with Emmy Sass, the inspiring founder and CEO of the Life Interrupted Foundation. Emmy shares her deeply personal journey of love, sudden loss, and the calling that led her to create a nonprofit supporting families through the immediate aftermath of unexpected grief. With transparency and heart, Emmy opens up about losing her fiancé just weeks before their wedding and how that moment reshaped her life's mission. Together, Melissa and Emmy explore how joy and grief can coexist, the importance of creating space for healing, and how service can be a transformative act of honoring those we've lost. This episode is for anyone navigating grief, looking for purpose after loss, or simply needing a reminder that healing doesn't mean forgetting — it means continuing with love. 🕊️ Featuring: Emmy's story of founding Life Interrupted Foundation Tangible support for families experiencing sudden loss Grief coaching vs. counseling The emotional complexity of moving forward A powerful collaboration between Dear Drew and Life Interrupted 📚 Plus, Melissa announces the donation of 150+ copies of Dear Drew: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief to Emmy's foundation — a partnership rooted in healing, hope, and impact. You can donate to the Greater Than Grief Movement and help us provide healing tools — like the book Dear Drew — to individuals navigating grief and loss. 🌟 Donate to Greater Than Grief 📖 $25 = One donated book + your name on our sponsor wall 🔗 Connect with Life Interrupted Foundation: Learn more about Emmy's work and how you can get involved or refer a family in need: 🌐 www.lifeinterruptedfoundation.org 📲 Follow @lifeinterruptedfoundation on Instagram Together, we can make sure no one has to grieve alone. 💛

    25 min

  8. 07/15/2025

    Episode 13: Finding Hope Beyond Grief — with Dr. Larry Drell

    In this episode of Greater Than Grief, host Melissa Hull welcomes Dr. Larry Drell to discuss his insightful take on her book, Dear Drew: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief. Together, they explore the vital role of hope — not only in therapy, but in everyday life. Dr. Drell shares personal stories and clinical experiences that reveal why balancing an honest acknowledgment of past traumas with a vision for future possibilities is essential for healing. Melissa opens up about her own journey through grief, the struggle to keep hope alive, and the unexpected power of kindness from strangers along the way. They dive deep into the importance of self-awareness, the conscious choice between reaction and response, and how compassion — both toward ourselves and others — can be truly transformative. This heartfelt conversation is a reminder that while grief may shape us, it doesn't have to define us. I'd love to keep the conversation going. Whether you're looking for free resources, inspiration, healing tools, or want to dive deeper through my courses and podcast—there's a space for you here: 📘 Facebook: Melissa R. Gallemore 💞 GTG Community: Greater Than Grief Facebook Group 📸 Instagram: @melissa_hull_ | @greaterthangrief 💼 LinkedIn: Melissa Hull 🎧 Podcast: Greater Than Grief on Facebook | Listen on Apple Podcasts 📖 Pre-Order My Book: Dear Drew 💙 Be a Blessing: Become a Dear Drew Sponsor 🌐 Website: melissahull.com 🎓 Courses & Workshops: Explore Here Wherever you are on your healing journey, know that you're not alone.

    59 min
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Greater Than Grief is a powerful and inspiring podcast hosted by Melissa Hull, dedicated to exploring life beyond loss. Through heartfelt conversations with special guests, Melissa dives into real stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. Each episode offers hope, wisdom, and practical insights for those navigating grief, proving that life after loss can be filled with meaning, joy, and purpose. Tune in for raw, authentic discussions and uplifting perspectives that remind us all—we are greater than grief.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Hull
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Greater Than Grief