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Feb. 13, 2024

After-Thoughts | Interview with Donna Guider | Episode 11

Welcome to the After-Thoughts edition of our podcast, where we interview friends and family who have previewed the "Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving" book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today's episode, we'll be interviewing Donna Guider and discussing some of her afterthoughts from the book. Join us for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the nuances of grief and offers heartfelt insights. Show Notes: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on ...
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June 25, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Alkynessa Miller | Episode 10

Welcome to our After-Thoughts edition of the podcast where we explore the afterthoughts of our book through captivating interviews with friends and family. In this episode, we dive into the profound insights of author Alkynessa Miller as she shares her reflections on the book. Join us for an enlightening conversation that will leave you inspired. Show Notes: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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May 30, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with James Lewis | Episode 9

Welcome to our "After-Thoughts," edition of the podcast that delves into the profound reflections of those closest to the book. Join us on this enlightening journey as we engage in heartfelt conversations with friends and family who have had the privilege of previewing our extraordinary work. In this compelling episode, we have the privilege of interviewing none other than James Lewis, a talented author and beloved brother of our esteemed host, Anji. Together, we'll embark on a captivating journ...
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May 16, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Pastor Tracey Young | Episode 8

This is our After-Thoughts podcast, where we interview friends and family who have previewed the book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, we’ll be interviewing one of Anji's friends and author, Pastor Tracey Young and discussing some of her afterthoughts from the book. Show Notes: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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April 25, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Cory Davis | Episode 7

This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing one of their good friends, Cory Davis and discussing some of her afterthoughts from the book. Show Notes: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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March 28, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Yolanda Griggs | Episode 6

This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing their cousin, Yolanda Griggs who will discuss the loss of her son who had succumbed to his mental illness. Show Notes: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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March 8, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Jordan Collins | Episode 5

This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, we’ll be interviewing Jordan Collins and discussing some of his afterthoughts from the book. Show Notes: Jordan Collins' Poem for his brother Jared Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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Feb. 15, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Nicki Renfro | Episode 4

In this After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing one of Anji's friends and author, Nicki Renfro and discussing some of her afterthoughts from the book. Show Notes: Voice of Those Who Have Been Silenced by Violence Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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Jan. 31, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Denise Scott | Episode 3

This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing one of Anji's good friends, Denise Scott and discussing some of her afterthoughts from the book. Purchase book at Amazon: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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Jan. 23, 2023

After-Thoughts | Interview with Kevin Ford | Episode 2

About the Episode This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing one of their good friends, Kevin Ford and discussing some of his afterthoughts from the book. Purchase book at Amazon: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
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Jan. 17, 2023

After-Thoughts: Episode 1

About the Episode This is the After-Thoughts edition of the podcast, where Vooch and Anji interview friends and family who have previewed the Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving book and discuss their afterthoughts. In today’s episode, Vooch will be discussing some of Anji’s afterthoughts from the completion of the book. Purchase book at Amazon: Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter @Slow2Spk_Vooch
Jan. 1, 2023

Final Etiquette: Learn How to Help Each Other Through the Grieving

“I too must advise supporters of the grieving to listen and pray for proper things to say to the griever at each step of their grieving process.” - Anji Williams In this episode, Vooch and Anji summarize what has been discussed in the previous interviews and responses that have been received so far. They also discuss why it would be great to consider planning your homegoing desires as a gift to your loved ones. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Dec. 14, 2022

Please Do Not Take the Griever’s Emotional Response Personally: Grieving from A Young Athlete’s Perspective | Etiquette# 7

“When you wake up and have to convince yourself that today you want to live, it is when you start noticing something is not right.” - Tony Williams Jr. In this episode, Vooch and Anji will be interviewing their son, Tony Williams Jr, ( one of the Authors ) to discuss the impact on his mental health as a young athlete, after sustaining a football injury. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Dec. 6, 2022

Addendum Etiquette #6 | Please Do Not Equate Showing No Emotions…

About the Episode In this episode Vooch will be interviewing Anji and Alkynessa Miller, ( one of the Authors ) to discuss some of the details behind the addendum to this etiquette. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Nov. 25, 2022

Please Do Not Equate Showing No Emotions to “Being Strong”: Unprocessed Grief Can Lead to Improper Relief | Etiquette #6

About the Episode “As I look back over my life, I see I experienced a lot of losses which seemed normal, but they were not properly processed.” - James Lewis In this episode Vooch will be interviewing Anji and James Lewis, ( one of the Authors ) to discuss James’ unfair 8-month incarceration as a teenager. James and his sister, Anji, also exchange brother-and-sister banter as they discuss other losses growing up in the same household. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Nov. 14, 2022

Please Do Not Use Empty Clichés or Careless Gestures to Comfort the Griever: A Pastor’s Perspective | Etiquette #5

About the Episode "When you are grieving you are not looking for the next cliché t-shirt phrase, but instead something of substance. Something that will be beneficial and a pillar of strength to get you through to the next moment." - Pastor Tracey Young In this episode, Vooch is interviewing Anji and Pastor Tracey Young, ( one of the Authors ) to discuss the impact of Pastor Tracey losing her very close friend and Associate Pastor, Myran F. Williams. Anji and Pastor Tracey also discuss ways tha...
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Oct. 30, 2022

Remember the Griever After the Crowd has Gone | Etiquette #4

About the Episode “The day after the funeral, I woke up. There were no calls, no visitors, and those that said, 'let me know if you need anything,' were nowhere to be found. So, what happens to the crowd after the homegoing festivities are over?” - Nicki Renfro In this episode, Vooch is interviewing Anji and Nicki Renfro, ( one of the Authors ) to discuss the pain of losing Nicki’s son, Jared Collins. Anji and Nicki also discuss good and not-so-good encounters during the homegoing festivals of t...
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Oct. 18, 2022

Be the Bible, Do Not Quote the Bible | Etiquette #3

About the Episode During my times of grieving, I was often provided scriptures, asked to join a program for grievers, given a list of suggested spiritual acts (reading the bible, getting advice, serving others), and received comments about God’s love. Although these suggestions were not bad, they did unintentionally connect my pain to God. - Anji Williams In this episode, Vooch is interviewing Anji and Keesha Stacy, ( the books Editor ) to discuss how their friendship helped Anji get through the...
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Oct. 10, 2022

Please Do Not Say, “Let Me Know If You Need Something” | Etiquette #2

About the Episode I just find the words “let me know what I can do,” although well-intended, do not help as much as one thinks. - Anji Williams In this episode, Vooch interviews Anji and discusses why it is not a good time to ask a person who’s just experienced a loss or losses ” what can I do for you”. Also, they discuss things you can do to help a griever instead of making this statement. More ideas are shared in upcoming episodes as well. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Oct. 3, 2022

Shhh! Please Use Fewer Words | Etiquette #1

"What I found I needed instead was an ACTIVE listening ear. Someone who would let me talk it out (process the loss) without constant interruptions." - Anji Williams. In this episode, Vooch continues his interview with Anji (author) and discusses why she feels that this etiquette is the most important, especially at the beginning of another’s grieving process. Also, they discuss suggestions on what active listening looks like for a grieving person. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving
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Sept. 24, 2022

Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving | Intro

About the Episode Vooch is joined by special guest and one of the authors, Anji Williams to discuss their new book, ‘Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving’. This is an introductory conversation about what led to the writing of the book. Suggested Etiquettes for the Grieving