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Season 2 Finale

Season 2 Finale

S2E13 · · 34:31

Season 2 may be coming to a close, but Toni and Hettie are far from finished dancing. In this season finale episode of Two Dancing Widows, the ladies reflect on the emotional, funny,...

Who's In Your Boat?

Who's In Your Boat?

S2E12 · · 48:11

In this week's episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie explore the powerful metaphor of life as a boat — and the people who travel alongside us through different seasons. What...

All Your Pots are Boiling Over

All Your Pots are Boiling Over

S2E11 · · 37:29

In this episode, Toni and Hettie explore that all too familiar feeling of having “all your pots boiling over.” Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack how grief, ...

When Joy Feels Unfamiliar

When Joy Feels Unfamiliar

S2E10 · · 32:32

In Episode 10, Toni and Hettie explore the complex and often surprising experience of joy after loss. What happens when happiness no longer feels natural? When laughter feels distant...

Grief and Coffee

Grief and Coffee

S2E9 · · 39:03

Toni and Hettie explore the quiet, everyday moments where grief lingers, often unnoticed by the outside world but deeply felt within. Through honest reflection and heartfelt conversa...

Reconnecting

Reconnecting

S2E8 · · 44:42

In this episode, Toni and Hettie explore the delicate and often complicated journey of reconnecting after loss. From rebuilding social connections to rediscovering joy in everyday mo...

Interview with Yohance Lacour

Interview with Yohance Lacour

S2E7 · · 55:19

In this episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni and Hettie sit down with Yohance Lacour—an artist, writer, and Chicago native whose life story is as compelling as it is inspiring. Yohanc...

Flying Away Part Two

Flying Away Part Two

S2E6 · · 35:36

In Flying Away Part 2, Toni and Hettie continue their conversation about the dream of “flying away” and what it could really mean to begin again somewhere new. This episode goes beyo...

Flying Away

Flying Away

S2E5 · · 32:24

In Episode 5, “Flying Away,” Toni and Hettie explore the longing many grieving people feel to escape — not necessarily forever, but long enough to catch their breath. From dreams of ...

New Attitude

New Attitude

S2E4 · · 34:49

In this uplifting episode, Toni and Hettie are joined by Brenda, who shares how she embraced a whole new chapter after retirement. From a long career in speech therapy to discovering...

Remembering Brandi Collins-Dexter

Remembering Brandi Collins-Dexter

S2E3 · · 37:50

This week’s episode of Two Dancing Widows is one of the most personal conversations the podcast has ever shared. Toni turns the microphone toward her co-host Hettie Collins, who open...

Lessons From the Fall

Lessons From the Fall

S2E2 · · 32:47

In this episode of Two Dancing Widows, Toni reflects on the fall that closed out Season One — the broken ankle, the forced pause, and the long road of recovery. What began as an unex...

Interview with Toni Adams Richardson

Interview with Toni Adams Richardson

S2E1 · · 28:27

Season Two begins with a powerful and heartfelt conversation about rebuilding life after loss, emotionally and practically. In this episode, Toni and Hettie welcome Toni Adams Richa...

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day

SE · · 23:32

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 reflecti...

Season One Thank You

Season One Thank You

S1E11 · · 03:05

 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 th...

Alan Randall Interview

Alan Randall Interview

S1E10 · · 49:43

 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 ...

Unwrapping Joy

Unwrapping Joy

S1E9 · · 43:31

 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 tradit...

Gifting Yourself a Vacation

Gifting Yourself a Vacation

S1E8 · · 44:44

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, friendsh...

Interview with David Dexter

Interview with David Dexter

S1E7 · · 45:28

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...

Interview with Ralph and Pat Carter

Interview with Ralph and Pat Carter

S1E6 · · 58:17

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...