Join me, Rosie, as we explore the truths of widowhood, the raw and very real aspects that often go unspoken.
It is a window into the lives of humans who have encountered profound loss and yet have discovered strength, hope, and paths to new beginnings amid their grief.
Whether you’re walking this path yourself or seeking to understand and support others, this space is for you.
Together, we’ll discover the diverse experiences and shared humanity in the many faces of widowhood.
We share their stories, not just of grief and loss, but of the incredible endurance and moments of the clarity that can emerge from such deep personal tragedy.
In 2018, Rosie Gill-Moss lost her husband Ben in a diving accident, leaving her widowed at 37 with three children. Finding grief resources shallow and platitudes empty, she created Widowed AF—a podcast offering honest conversations about loss. Through guest stories and expert advice, the show covers practical challenges (finances, single parenting) and emotional realities (anger, loneliness, joy). From processing her own grief to building a global community, Rosie helps others feel less alone. The podcast provides tools and shared experiences for rebuilding life after loss.
n this episode, Rosie Gill-Moss speaks with Charlotte Cannell about losing her fiancé Craig to a brain aneurysm when she was just 27 years old.Â
Their conversation explores the devastating impact of sudden loss on a young woman who had been with her partner since she was 16, and how she rebuilt her life through travel, family support, and finding new purpose.
Charlotte shares the harrowing twelve days she spent by Craig's bedside in intensive care after he collapsed during a council meeting in November 2020. Despite initial hope when he regained consciousness and recognised her, complications including sepsis ultimately led to his death.Â
The discussion delves into the unique challenges facing young widows, particularly those without children. Charlotte candidly explores grieving not just Craig, but the future they had planned together – their wedding booked for July 2023, the children they hoped to have, and the life they were building in Essex. Her decision to legally take Craig's surname through deed poll, despite never marrying, demonstrates the depth of their bond and her determination to honour their relationship.
