#429 - The Truth About Midlife Grief

#429 - The Truth About Midlife Grief

Author: Berty Boy Productions April 30, 2026 Duration: 1:29:15
Jeanne, Cathy, and I get into what it actually feels like to be in this empty nest stage. Missing your kids while also being proud of them, navigating the shift in your role as a parent, and figuring out who you are when your day-to-day life looks completely different. We talk about friendship, community, grief, and how this phase can feel both freeing and disorienting at the same time. There’s also a lot of conversation around slowing down, being more present, and not feeling the need to constantly fill your time just to avoid sitting with what you’re feeling. Our Next book club will be A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Amazon - https://amzn.to/48yYu0T Bookshop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781635575569 Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode! Fully Loaded at Sea 2026 Tickets bertkreischercruise.com/presale Stream LUCKY on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81713944 PERMISSION TO PARTY WORLD TOUR is on sale now: http://www.bertbertbert.com/tour LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by LeeAnn Kreischer, Wife of the Party offers a backstage pass to the chaos and comedy of a life lived in the spotlight's shadow. This isn't just a podcast about being married to a famous comedian; it's a raw, funny, and surprisingly educational look at the realities of partnership, parenting, and maintaining your own identity. Through candid conversations with a rotating roster of friends, LeeAnn delves into the unvarnished truths of marriage, the beautiful mess of family life, and the unique experience of sharing your home with a human tornado of energy like Bert Kreischer. Each episode feels like a late-night chat with your most honest friend, one who isn't afraid to laugh at the absurdities while sharing hard-won wisdom. You'll hear stories that range from hilariously relatable to uniquely surreal, all grounded in LeeAnn's genuine perspective. From Berty Boy Productions, this podcast blends comedy with heartfelt moments and practical takeaways, making it a listen for anyone navigating their own relationships or simply curious about the person who keeps the party going long after the microphone is off. It’s about finding the humor in the everyday, the lessons in the chaos, and your own voice within the noise.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Duration: 1:23:40
I sit down with my husband, Bert to answer your submitted questions! Have any burning life questions! Leave me a voicemail at 818-949-8536 and I will try to answer it on a future episode. --------------------------------…
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# 331 - Bert Crashes My Q&A [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:33
I sit down with my husband, Bert to answer your voicemails! Have any burning life questions! Leave me a voicemail at 818-949-8536 and I will try to answer it on a future episode. -----------------------------------------…
# 330 - Dusty & Hannah Slay Are Having a Good Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:19
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