Two Dancing Widows

Toni and Hettie
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Finding life after loss, Two Dancing Widows dives into the stories of resilience, hope, and transformation. Hosts Toni and Hettie welcome new guests each week, from widowers and life coaches to those battling severe illness, who share their journeys through struggle and their paths back to joy. This podcast is for anyone navigating grief or simply looking for inspiration to live and love deeply again. Tune in for heartfelt conversations that remind us all that healing, while challenging, is a dance worth stepping into.

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    Happy Valentine's Day

    Before the start of Season Two, Two Dancing Widows brings you a light-hearted Valentine’s Day bonus episode. In this special, Toni and Hettie step away from their usual deep reflections to share laughter, memories, and the many ways love shows up in our lives — from childhood Valentine’s traditions to the meaning behind the holiday, and a joyful celebration of Galentine’s, honoring the friendships and sisterhood that carry us through life. This episode is warm, playful, and full of heart — a reminder that love isn’t just romantic… it’s friendship, connection, healing, and joy. Season Two, Episode One is coming soon. Until then… celebrate love, celebrate friendship, and always — Keep Dancing.

    24 мин.

  2. 10.12.2025

    Season One Thank You

    This special message marks the close of Season One of Two Dancing Widows. Toni and Hettie share their heartfelt thanks for the love, support, and community that have grown around the podcast. Toni gives a lighthearted update on her recent ankle-breaking tumble down a few stairs, and the hosts announce a short holiday break while she heals. They invite listeners to revisit past episodes, share ideas for Season Two, and join the conversation on Facebook through the link on their website. The Widows will return in the new year with fresh stories, renewed joy, and their dancing spirit fully intact.

    3 мин.

  3. 03.12.2025

    Alan Randall Interview

    In this episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie sit down with Alan Randall, a widower whose story of love and loss radiates hope and grace. Alan shares his beautiful 27-year journey with his late wife, Victoria, a spirited journalist whose light continues to guide him even after her battle with Alzheimer’s. From their first meeting at church to his experience as her devoted caregiver, Alan’s reflections on faith, gratitude, and the true meaning of love remind us that even in grief, there is profound beauty and renewal. His wisdom and warmth shine through in this deeply moving conversation about resilience, faith, and learning to live and love again.

    50 мин.

  4. 26.11.2025

    Unwrapping Joy

    In this holiday episode, Toni and Hettie explore the tender territory of grief and joy during a season that can feel both magical and achingly heavy. They discuss how beloved traditions can unexpectedly trigger sorrow, why guilt often surfaces when happiness returns, and how we can "unwrap joy" through intentional rituals, storytelling, service, creativity, and connection. Blending personal stories, practical strategies, and gentle humor, they offer a reassuring reminder: grief and joy can coexist—and honoring both can make the holidays more healing and hopeful.

    44 мин.

  5. 19.11.2025

    Gifting Yourself a Vacation

    In this episode, Toni and Hettie explore the idea of gifting yourself the freedom to live again through travel. From Toni’s recent adventure in Bali, filled with reflection, friendship, culture, and a few comical street-crossing moments to the joy of stepping outside your comfort zone, the conversation highlights how travel can refresh your spirit and reconnect you with the world. They discuss planning affordable trips, embracing staycations, meeting new people, and honoring your own needs while healing. It’s an excellent reminder that giving yourself a break is not selfish, it’s restorative.

    45 мин.

  6. 12.11.2025

    Interview with David Dexter

    In this deeply personal episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie open their hearts in a conversation that blends vulnerability, courage, and compassion. Hettie shares the story of her daughter Brandi Collins-Dexter, who passed away at just 44 years old from pancreatic cancer. To honor Brandy’s life and explore the journey of grief from a different lens, Toni and Hettie sit down with Brandy’s husband, David Dexter.

    45 мин.

  7. 05.11.2025

    Interview with Ralph and Pat Carter

    After 47 years together and Sharon's passing following a long battle with cancer, Ralph Carter found himself starting over. In this heartfelt episode, Ralph and his new wife Pat join hosts Toni and Hettie to share their remarkable story of finding love again in their later years.  From navigating dating as seniors to having the courage to open their hearts again, Ralph and Pat prove that joy and companionship can bloom at any age. This honest conversation about caregiving, loss, and the courage to embrace happiness offers hope and inspiration to anyone who's wondered if it's too late for a second chance at love. A beautiful reminder that life is for the living.

    58 мин.

  8. 29.10.2025

    Interview with Felicia Lofton

    In this episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie welcome Felicia Lofton, employee performance expert and certified life coach from Lofton and Associates. They explore how grief affects performance at work, in families, and in daily life, and why seeking professional support is a crucial part of the healing process. Felicia shares practical strategies for building support networks, reaching out for help when it's needed most, and finding ways to move forward when loss leaves people feeling stuck. Whether listeners have lost a spouse, experienced a career setback, or are struggling to fill a void in their lives, this conversation offers compassionate guidance on allowing oneself to heal and rediscover joy.

    29 мин.
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Finding life after loss, Two Dancing Widows dives into the stories of resilience, hope, and transformation. Hosts Toni and Hettie welcome new guests each week, from widowers and life coaches to those battling severe illness, who share their journeys through struggle and their paths back to joy. This podcast is for anyone navigating grief or simply looking for inspiration to live and love deeply again. Tune in for heartfelt conversations that remind us all that healing, while challenging, is a dance worth stepping into.

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  • Автор
    Toni and Hettie
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    13
  • Ограничения
    С ненормативной лексикой
  • Авторские права
    © 2026 Toni and Hettie