Grief is Not a Dirty Word: Nick Gaylord's Journey of Healing and Podcasting

In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts welcomes back Nick Gaylord, a former pharmaceutical industry professional who found his calling in podcasting. Nick shares his profound journey from navigating a complicated relationship with his father to finding peace and purpose through his podcast, initially titled 'Our Dead Dads' and now rebranded as 'Grief Is Not a Dirty Word.' They discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for discussing grief and how Nick's podcast has touched lives worldwide, including stories from notable figures such as Gabby Petito’s parents and survivors of the Sandy Hook tragedy. Nick also reveals his future plans, including upcoming interviews with prominent figures and his speaking engagement at Pod Fest 2026.

Nick's Bio and Contact Information

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