Echoes Of Her

In this deeply personal episode of Echoes of Her: To Mom, With Love, Adell Coleman sits down with her father, Richard, affectionately known as "8 Ball," for an honest, unscripted conversation about family, grief, and the people who shape us.Together, they reflect on cherished memories, from family pool tournaments and spontaneous walks through Washington, D.C., to the playful wrestling matches and everyday moments that defined their relationship. Through laughter, storytelling, and reflection, they revisit the women who helped shape their family and the lessons that continue to guide them.The conversation also explores the profound losses that forever changed their family, including the devastating death of Dominique and the grief that followed. Adell and Richard speak candidly about what it means to lose the people who feel like our "main parts," the ways grief can ripple through generations, and how showing up for one another can make all the difference when life feels unbearable.This intimate father daughter conversation is a powerful reminder that even in the midst of heartbreak, love, vulnerability, and the stories we share can help us hold on, heal, and move forward together.To Katherine Simms, Domonique Coleman and Elaine Coleman with LoveHost: Adell ColemanProducer: Lairen KnottEditor: Krystal HillVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseLinks referenced in this episode:Adell's infoSocial media : IGiamadellcolemanJoin the CollectiveEchoes Of Her CollectiveWebsiteechoesofherpodcast.com Read the Blog: On My MommaDistribution: TCF Global

What happens when the people around you try to protect you from the truth, but all you want is honesty?In this powerful episode of Echoes of Her: To Mom With Love, Mo Love reflects on losing her mother, Lillian Dolores Wade Simmons, at just ten years old and the challenges of navigating grief as a child. She shares her frustration with the adults around her who withheld information, believing they were protecting her from pain. Instead, their silence left her with unanswered questions and a deeper sense of confusion. Mo explains why children deserve honest, age-appropriate conversations about loss and why, sometimes, the most compassionate thing we can do is simply tell them anyway.Mo also reflects on growing up and discovering new layers of her mother's story. Through memories shared by family, friends, and community members, she learned that her mother was not only a loving parent and professional but also a vibrant, outgoing woman who touched countless lives. This heartfelt conversation explores childhood grief, truth-telling, healing, family legacy, and the importance of allowing children to be part of their own grief journey.sTo Lillian Dolores Wade Simmon with LoveHost: Adell ColemanProducer: Lairen KnottEditor: Krystal HillVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseLinks referenced in this episode:IG: molovethegeminiAdell's infoSocial media : IGiamadellcolemanJoin the CollectiveEchoes Of Her CollectiveWebsiteechoesofherpodcast.com Read the Blog: On My MommaDistribution: TCF Global

In this heartfelt episode of Echoes of Her, host Adell Coleman speaks with her aunt, Gwen Gaston Gray, about the life and legacy of her mother, Mary Genell Adams Gaston. Gwen reflects on how her mother was truly meant to be a mother, nurturing, intuitive, loving, and deeply devoted to her children and family. Music is at the center of their bond, serving as a source of joy, healing, and connection across generations. From Mary’s time as lead singer of the Adams Sisters to the powerful moment the family sang together at her bedside as she took her final breath, Gwen shares how music continues to keep her mother’s spirit alive. The conversation explores grief, resilience, and the enduring legacy of love carried through both family and song.Echoes of Her is a space for the full truth, where love and pain can exist together, and where stories help us feel less alone.To Mary Genell Gaston with LoveHost: Adell ColemanProducer: Lairen KnottEditor: Krystal HillVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseLinks referenced in this episode:IG: @gwen8197Adell's infoSocial media : IGiamadellcolemanJoin the CollectiveEchoes Of Her CollectiveWebsiteechoesofherpodcast.com Read the Blog: On My MommaDistribution: TCF Global

Adell Coleman shares a warm and heartfelt conversation with her daughter, Zora (Coco), as they talk about family, memories, and the grandmother Zora knows through stories. Filled with humor, curiosity, and genuine love, this episode offers a touching look at how family stories can keep connections strong across generations.Blending meaningful reflection with lighthearted moments, Echoes of Her creates space for honest conversations about love, legacy, and healing. This episode invites listeners into a beautiful journey of remembering, sharing, and celebrating the people who continue to shape our lives.Host: Adell ColemanProducer: Lairen KnottEditor: Krystal HillVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseAdell's infoSocial media : IGiamadellcolemanJoin the CollectiveEchoes Of Her CollectiveWebsiteechoesofherpodcast.com Read the Blog: On My MommaDistribution TCF Global

When Andrea Cambron lost her mother, Linda Louise Durham, she didn't just lose a parent she lost her compass, her confidant, and her biggest champion. In this deeply moving conversation, Andrea opens up about navigating the raw, uncharted territory of life without her mom.From the lessons Linda instilled to the complicated family dynamics that surfaced after her passing, Andrea shares the honest, messy reality of grief that many daughters face but few talk about openly. She reveals how she's learning to honor her mother's legacy while forging her own path forward, and why celebrating the women who shaped us matters more than ever.If you've ever felt the weight of loss, struggled with family tension during grief, or wondered how to keep your mother's memory alive while moving forward, this episode is for you.Oh and she's an Emmy winner too!To: Linda Louise Durham with love!Echoes of Her is a space for the full truth, where love and pain can exist together, and where stories help us feel less alone.Host: Adell ColemanProducer: Lairen KnottEditor: Krystal HillVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseLinks referenced in this episode:iamadellcolmanechoesofherpodcast.com Echoes Of Her CollectiveDistribution TCF Global

Echoes of Her Podcast coming Jan 28th!Echoes of Her is a podcast about life after loss but it isn’t just about grief. Hosted by Adell Coleman, the show features honest conversations with everyday people, authors, and experts about relationships, healing, identity, and the human experience. Through personal stories, including conversations with her daughters and husband.. The To Mom With Love segment, the podcast creates space for reflection, connection, and community reminding us that none of us are alone.Host: Adell ColemanProducers: Krystal Hill & Lairen KnottVideo Editor: Mike D. DuBoseDistributed By TCF Globalwww.echoesofherpodcast.com