Remembering Kathleen Desmond

Reflections On A Life Cut Short - But NOT Forgotten

Maureen shares some of her own personal story by remembering the impact and love her sister Kathleen brought to so many people in her short span of life of only 18 years. A fond tribute during this holiday time.

The Bizarre Life And Death of Celebrity Chef, Anthony Bourdain

Last Fall Maureen was a guest on another podcast, “Scandal Sheet”, to discuss the events leading to the surprise suicide of celebrity chef, book author, and TV personality, Anthony Bourdain. Bourdain’s trajectory from up-and-coming New York chef, fall into bankruptcy and drug addiction, and then his unlikely rebound to international stardom was truly extraordinary. Then, at the peak of his fame and fortune, he ends his own life – to the shock of those around him. On the occasion of the release a new biography on his life in early October, we replay this episode where Maureen helps to unravel the demons that haunted and motivated this remarkable man. “Scandal Sheet” podcast: https://scandalsheet.podbean.com/ [https://scandalsheet.podbean.com/]

Maureen’s Desmond’s Personal Cancer Journey

Earlier this year, Maureen was the guest on another podcast, “Put Cancer Behind You”, hosted by Maria Barnes. Maria has also been a guest on this podcast. But here we replay Maria’s interview with Maureen about her own personal experience with cancer. mariabarnes.net “Put Cancer Behind You” https://amzn.to/3ywqGQu “Your Healthy Future: Living Above The Frequency of Disease” https://amzn.to/3yBkTZK

Maria Barnes - 2x Cancer Survivor, Cancer Coach and Media Professional

Maureen’s guest is Maria Barnes, author of “Put Cancer Behind You” and "Your Healthy Future". She shares the wrath that cancer has had in her life, and generations before her, and the constant ebb and flow of loss. She courageously shares how her mindset has been a powerful tool, as she continues her journey of hope, beauty, and clarity. She is a woman to be reckoned with. mariabarnes.net “Put Cancer Behind You” https://amzn.to/3ywqGQu [https://amzn.to/3ywqGQu] “Your Healthy Future: Living Above The Frequency of Disease” https://amzn.to/3yBkTZK

Remembering Kathleen Desmond

Maureen speaks with her brother Michael about the tragic death of their beloved sister, Kathleen, who died in a car accident at the age of only 18. Now, 37 years after her death, Michael will give voice to his grief experience, which started just as he was entering high school and has continued through the various stages of his life.