Podcast Episode Details
Back to Podcast Episodes
Finding Hope and Connection After Loss: Carla Sloan’s Inspiring Story
Episode 109
In this deeply moving episode of Her Unshakeable Confidence, Simone and Olivia sit down with Carla Kaufman Sloan — a mother, medium, and founder of Caleb and Calder Sloan’s Awesome Foundation. Carla shares her extraordinary journey through unimaginable loss after the sudden passing of her son, Calder, and how she found a path toward healing by opening up to signs, spiritual connection, and mediumship.
They talk candidly about grief — how it never really ends, how we carry it, and how finding meaning and connection can transform even the darkest moments. Carla explains how everyone can learn to receive signs and communicate with loved ones who’ve passed, and she shares touching stories that remind us our loved ones are truly everywhere.
If you’ve ever struggled with loss, wondered about the signs you’re seeing, or needed permission to grieve your own way — this episode is a heartfelt reminder that hope, healing, and connection are possible.
✅ Actionable Takeaways
- Trust the Signs: Carla explains how signs from loved ones often show up in everyday moments. Pay attention — they’re there to comfort you.
- You Can Connect Too: Mediumship isn’t just for the “gifted”; it’s a skill anyone can practice to feel closer to loved ones.
- Find Support: Seek out trusted mediums or grief groups like Helping Parents Heal or the Forever Family Foundation to feel less alone.
- Honor Their Memory: Create something meaningful in your loved one’s name — a foundation, an award, or simple daily rituals.
- Be Gentle with Yourself: Grief has no timeline or fixed stages. Allow your healing to be personal, imperfect, and entirely yours.
00:00 — Introduction
01:25 — Carla’s Undercover Medium Story
07:14 — Grieving a Child and Finding Signs
15:26 — Learning Mediumship as a Skill
21:03 — The Truth About Grief Stages
27:47 — Talking Openly About Loss with Children
33:18 — Caleb and Calder Sloan’s Awesome Foundation
40:32 — Visitation Dreams and Staying Connected
42:48 — The Best Advice Carla Ever Received
44:16 — Carla’s Upcoming Book: Everywhere
✨ About Carla Kaufman SloanCarla Kaufman Sloan is an Emmy-winning writer and TV producer whose personal journey of grief and healing has led her to a life of service as a non-profit founder and practicing medium.After executive producing national daytime game shows for ABC and Warner Brothers in Los Angeles, Carla and her husband, Chris Sloan, launched 2C Creative in Miami, a content production company working with clients like A&E, HBO, TNT, Discovery Channel, FOX, Nickelodeon, and more. Since its inception, 2C Creative has earned 37 coveted PromaxBDA awards.
The mother of two sons, Carla co-established Caleb and Calder Sloan’s Awesome Foundation with her husband, Chris, after the tragic death of their seven-year-old. The awful accident occurred in their home swimming pool due to faulty high-voltage lighting. Reeling from shock and grief, they turned their focus to helping other children in need, prioritizing kids who have suffered the loss of a parent or sibling.
In addition to writing, Carla is now a practicing medium who has studied with Suzanne Geismann, Mavis Pitilla and her wife, Jean, and Annie Gee, a Mavis Pitilla certified spiritualist teacher and medium. Through VerySoul.com and other venues, Carla has done hundreds of personal readings for those wanting to connect with loved ones who have passed.
Connect with Carla Kaufman Sloan:
Website: www.carlasloan.net
Foundation: Published on 3 weeks ago