Episode Details

Catherine Gourdier, who is married to Producer Don Carmody and grew up as the eldest of eight siblings, is the eleventh special interview in the G&R Podcast’s Rebirth series. She enjoyed a successful career as an independent sales agent for sixteen years and later transitioned to the film and television industry, where she is a second assistant director. The sudden and tragic loss of the three biggest loves of her life, her mom Neta Tuepah, her dad Bill Gourdier, and her youngest sister Julie compelled Catherine to write her new first book titled Breathe Cry Breathe: From Sorrow to Strength in the Aftermath of Sudden, Tragic Loss. 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE: 

• Catherine’s heart-wrenching but inspiring journey from tragedy and grief to remarkable healing and rebirth 
• Ways to move through your grief 
• The five identities of grievers 

SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS CATHERINE: 

• Would you go through the five identities of grievers and tell us which you think you are? 
• Can you share a message based on your healing story about the importance of healing and rebirth? 

Guest Links:

• Catherine Gourdier’s Website
• Catherine Gourdier’s book: Breathe Cry Breathe: From Sorrow to Strength in the Aftermath of Sudden, Tragic Loss
• Special Olympics Ontario, Kingston – Referenced on the Episode
• Special Olympics - Referenced on the Episode